Law Summary

1. Conversion of Placer High School

• Legal Principle/Provision: The Act officially converts the existing Placer High School in Placer, Surigao del Norte, into a national high school.
• Key Definitions Introduced:
  • "Placer National High School" – the new designation of the former Placer High School.
• Important Requirements/Procedures:
  • The school is to be recognized and operated under the new name as a national institution.
• Relevant Timeframes:
  • The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval on March 21, 1983.

2. Responsibilities of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports

• Legal Principle/Provision: The Ministry is tasked with overseeing the conversion and operational activities of the newly established national high school.
• Important Requirements/Procedures:
  • The Ministry must take necessary actions for the effective implementation of the Act.
• Relevant Timeframes:
  • Immediate implementation is mandated following the Act's approval.

3. Funding and Financial Provisions

• Legal Principle/Provision: Provision of funding for the operation of the school is stipulated, outlining specific financial allocations.
• Key Definitions Introduced:
  • "One hundred thousand pesos" – the initial funding amount designated for the school’s operations.
• Important Requirements/Procedures:
  • Funding is to be sourced from appropriations authorized by Batas Pambansa Blg. 131 and Batas Pambansa Blg. 230, specifically aimed at new national high schools.
  • The local government unit must continue to fund its share for maintenance and operation.
• Relevant Timeframes:
  • Future operational and maintenance funding will be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

4. Effectivity of the Act

• Legal Principle/Provision: The Act's provisions become enforceable upon approval.
• Relevant Timeframes:
  • The Act was approved on March 21, 1983, and takes effect immediately.

Key Takeaways

• The Placer High School is officially converted to Placer National High School, effective March 21, 1983.
• The Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports is responsible for implementing the conversion and ensuring the school operates effectively.
• Initial funding of one hundred thousand pesos is allocated, with ongoing financial support required from the local government and annual appropriations thereafter.
• The Act emphasizes the need for cooperation between national and local government units for the successful operation of the newly established national high school.