Declaration of Policies
- Recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building.
- Promotes and protects physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being of the youth.
- Emphasizes the crucial role of educational institutions in:
- Inculcating patriotism and nationalism.
- Fostering love of humanity and respect for human rights.
- Appreciating the role of heroes in Philippine history.
- Teaching rights and duties of citizenship.
- Strengthening ethical and spiritual values, moral character, and discipline.
- Encouraging critical and creative thinking.
- Broadening scientific and technological knowledge.
- Promoting vocational efficiency.
- Encourages youth involvement in public and civic affairs.
- Prioritizes education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports for patriotism and social progress.
Definition of Terms
- Human Dignity: Inherent, inviolable, universal worth of every person.
- Values Education: Process to internalize values, using pedagogies to create learning experiences involving self-exploration and wisdom.
- Good Manners and Right Conduct (GMRC): Universally accepted social values, etiquette, and proper behavior demonstrating respect.
- Character Building Activities: Authentic learning activities that shape learners' character.
Institutionalization of GMRC and Values Education in K to 12 Curriculum
- GMRC replaces Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao.
- GMRC taught Grades 1 to 6 as separate subject; integrated in Kindergarten learning.
- Character-building methods include role playing, community immersion, teacher-parent collaboration, school-initiated activities, simulations, experiential learning.
- GMRC focuses on human dignity, self-respect, respect for others, caring, discipline, sincerity, honesty, obedience, and patriotism.
- Values Education taught Grades 7 to 10 as separate subject; GMRC integrated therein.
- Values Education integrated with other subjects in Grades 11 and 12.
Coverage of Values Education
- Integral and essential part of K to 12 curriculum.
- Encompasses universal human, ethical, and moral values.
- Inculcates respect for self, others, elders; intercultural diversity; gender equity; ecology; peace and justice; law obedience; nationalism; global citizenship.
- Promotes patience, perseverance, industry, honesty, integrity, and good faith.
Teaching Qualification and Capacity Building for Teachers
- Preference for teachers with training or certification in Values Education or allied fields.
- DepEd to provide training and instructional materials to enhance teaching capacity.
Whole School Approach
- Adoption of whole school approach for effective institutionalization.
- Encourages collaborative actions by school community and stakeholders.
- Focus on parental involvement and home-school partnership.
Annual Review and Assessment
- Annual review by DepEd to ensure implementation and assess effectiveness.
- Report submitted to Congressional Committees on Basic Education within 30 days after review period.
Implementing Agency
- Department of Education (DepEd) designated as lead implementing agency.
Appropriations
- Initial funding from DepEd's current appropriations.
- Continuous funding to be included in annual General Appropriations Act.
Implementing Rules and Regulations
- DepEd to issue rules and regulations within 90 days of effectivity, in consultation with stakeholders.
Separability Clause
- Invalid provisions do not affect the validity of other provisions.
Repealing Clause
- Laws and issuances inconsistent with this Act are repealed, superseded, or modified accordingly.
Effectivity
- Effective 15 days after publication in Official Gazette or newspaper of general circulation.