Law Summary

Introduction

On January 15, 1986, President Ferdinand E. Marcos issued Presidential Decree No. 2011, converting the Partido National High School in Goa, Camarines Sur, into a state college named Partido State College. The decree provides for the establishment of a Board of Trustees to oversee the college, defining its responsibilities and duties in furtherance of national educational goals.

SECTION 1: Conversion of the Institution

• Legal Principle: The Partido National High School is officially converted into the Partido State College.
• Key Definitions:
  • "Partido State College" refers to the institution resulting from this conversion.

SECTION 2: Objectives and Offerings

• Legal Principle: The State College is mandated to provide professional and technical instruction in arts and sciences.
• Key Objectives:
  • Promote research and advanced studies.
  • Foster progressive leadership in specialized fields.

SECTION 3: Admission Policy

• Legal Principle: Non-discrimination in admission practices.
• Important Requirements:
  • No student shall be denied admission based on sex, ethnic background, or religious beliefs.

SECTION 4: Leadership Structure

• Legal Principle: Establishment of the office of the President of the Partido State College.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • The President, appointed by the Board of Trustees, shall fix their salary in accordance with existing compensation laws.

SECTION 5: Board of Trustees

• Legal Principle: Creation of a governing body consisting of designated members.
• Composition:
  • Minister of Education, Culture and Sports (Chairman)
  • President of the State College (Vice-Chairman)
  • Members include representatives from the National Economic and Development Authority, Alumni Association, provincial governor, and two qualified residents.
• Key Powers:
  • Management and oversight of the institution’s operations.

SECTION 6: Board Procedures

• Legal Principle: Quorum and process for meetings.
• Important Procedures:
  • A majority of Board members present constitutes a quorum.
  • Legal processes directed at the college shall be served to the President or their representative.

SECTION 7: Compensation of Board Members

• Legal Principle: Non-compensation for Board members.
• Key Details:
  • Members are reimbursed for actual expenses incurred during official functions.

SECTION 8: Powers and Duties of the Board of Trustees

• Legal Principle: Comprehensive powers granted to the Board for administration.
• Key Powers:
  • Enact rules and regulations for governance.
  • Approve curricula and disciplinary rules.
  • Manage financial resources and property donations.
  • Award degrees and scholarships.
  • Confirm appointments of faculty and staff.

SECTION 9: Administrative Council

• Legal Principle: Establishment of an Administrative Council led by the President.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement policies for administration and development.

SECTION 10: Academic Council

• Legal Principle: Formation of an Academic Council to govern academic affairs.
• Composition:
  • President and faculty members.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Prescribe curricula and set admission and graduation requirements.

SECTION 11: Faculty Regulations

• Legal Principle: Employment and conduct of faculty members.
• Key Requirements:
  • No discrimination based on religious or political affiliations.
  • Faculty should not promote any ideology that undermines the government.

SECTION 12: Financial Oversight

• Legal Principle: Financial administration and auditing.
• Key Details:
  • The Treasurer of the Philippines serves as the ex-officio treasurer.
  • All accounts subject to audit by the Commission on Audit.

SECTION 13: Funding Provisions

• Legal Principle: Transfer of appropriations.
• Key Details:
  • The funding for the high school is now designated for the college's operations.

SECTION 14: Reporting Requirements

• Legal Principle: Accountability measures for the Board of Trustees.
• Important Timeframe:
  • Annual report due by the 15th of the second month after the start of classes.

SECTION 15: Implementation

• Legal Principle: Responsibility for implementation of the decree.
• Key Authority:
  • The Minister of Education, Culture and Sports is tasked with implementation.

SECTION 16: Effectivity

• Legal Principle: Decree takes effect upon approval.

Key Takeaways

• Presidential Decree No. 2011 establishes the Partido State College, enhancing educational offerings in professional and technical fields.
• A governing Board of Trustees is instituted to oversee the college's operations and ensure compliance with national education goals.
• Non-discrimination in admissions is mandated, and faculty conduct is regulated to maintain neutrality in political and religious matters.
• Financial oversight is provided by the Commission on Audit, ensuring transparency and accountability in funding and operations.