Supervision by Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS)
- Panique National High School shall operate under the direct supervision of the DECS.
- This implies full administrative, technical, and financial oversight by the department.
Appropriation of Funds
- Necessary funds to implement the conversion and operate the Panique National High School shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.
- The funding provision applies starting the year following the enactment of the law and for subsequent years.
Effectivity Clause
- The law shall take effect immediately upon its approval by the President.
- No further implementing rules or waiting periods are indicated.
Legislative and Executive Approval
- The bill was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on March 27, 2000 and June 8, 2000, respectively.
- It was approved by the President of the Philippines on August 22, 2000.
Legal Significance
- Elevates the status of the local high school to a national institution, likely availing it of increased funding, support, and standardization.
- Integration of the school into the national education system under DECS ensures compliance with national policies and curricular standards.
- The law mandates budgetary allocation to sustain the operations and improvements necessary following the conversion.