Law Summary
Separation and Establishment of Buhangin National High School
- The Malagsom Extension is separated from Basiawan Peralta National High School and converted into an independent school named Buhangin National High School.
- All personnel, assets, liabilities, and records from the Malagsom Extension are transferred to BNHS.
Key Definitions Relevant to Implementation
- Provides definitions for terms used in the IRR such as Act (RA 11619), Learning Facilitator (per RA 9155), Learning Support Aide (per DepEd Order 32, s.2020), Non-Teaching Personnel, RA 9155 and RA 10533, RA 11713 (Excellence in Teacher Education Act), School-Based Management (SBM), Teacher/Teaching Personnel.
Budgeting and School System Integration
- BNHS is included in DepEd’s program of expenditures for funding.
- The school shall have necessary facilities, instructional materials, and amenities compliant with minimum standards.
- BNHS must be integrated into DepEd’s Enhanced Basic Education Information System (EBEIS) and Learner Information System (LIS).
School Leadership and Management
- The School Head is appointed under RA 9155 and other related laws, serving as both instructional leader and administrative manager.
- Responsibilities include setting school goals, curriculum implementation, school improvement planning, staff management, and fostering community participation.
- School Head has authority over personnel, resources, and accepts donations to improve school facilities and services, reporting to higher authorities.
Personnel Staffing and Recruitment
- DepEd will create and fill positions for teaching and non-teaching staff at BNHS.
- Staffing must adhere to DepEd, Civil Service Commission, and Department of Budget and Management regulations.
- The recruitment includes Learning Support Aides and other essential personnel to ensure effective school operation.
Curriculum Implementation
- BNHS shall implement the basic education curriculum as formulated by DepEd per RA 10533 guidelines.
- Curriculum delivery will maintain standards prescribed by DepEd and other relevant issuances.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- BNHS’ performance will be monitored by the DepEd Division Office of Davao Occidental.
- Emphasis on producing high learning outcomes under the School-Based Management framework.
Appropriations and Funding
- Initial operating funds for BNHS will come from Basiawan National High School - Malagsom Extension’s current appropriation.
- Future funding will be allocated through the annual General Appropriations Act.
Legal Provisions for Amendments, Separability, and Effectivity
- Amendments to IRR require DepEd Secretary’s promulgation with BNHS consultation when applicable.
- Unconstitutional parts of the IRR will not affect the validity of remaining provisions.
- The IRR repeals inconsistent prior DepEd orders and issuances.
- The IRR takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation and is registered with the Office of the National Administrative Register (ONAR).