Law Summary
Postponement of Implementation
- Due to the above challenges, the effective implementation of DepEd Order No. 79 was deferred to the Third Grading Period of the School Year 2003-2004.
Directive for Enhanced Training and Supervision
- All field offices were instructed to intensify training and supervisory efforts.
- Emphasis was placed on equipping teachers and school personnel with:
- Knowledge and skills in test design.
- Understanding and application of the revised grading system.
- Use of rubrics or scoring guides for non-traditional assessments.
Order Effectivity and Compliance
- The amendment was mandated for immediate dissemination and strict compliance across all public elementary and secondary schools.
- Issued and adopted by the Secretary of Education, Edilberto C. De Jesus, on November 19, 2003.