Law Summary
Declaration of Policies
- Emphasizes the role of youth in nation-building.
- Promotes physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being of the youth.
- Recognizes educational institutions' role in inculcating patriotism, nationalism, ethical values, and civic responsibility.
- Prioritizes education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster holistic development and citizenship.
Definition of Key Terms
- Act refers to RA 11476.
- Character Building Activities: authentic learning to develop learner’s character.
- GMRC: universally accepted social values and etiquette.
- Human Dignity: inherent worth of human persons.
- Values Education: internalization of values and holistic human development covering physical, intellectual, spiritual, social, economic, moral, and political dimensions.
Institutionalization of GMRC and Values Education in K to 12 Curriculum
- GMRC replaces Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao as a core subject from Grades 1 to 6.
- GMRC integrated in Kindergarten daily activities.
- Values Education taught from Grades 7 to 10 as a separate subject; GMRC integrated in teaching.
- Values Education integrated into Grades 11 and 12 subjects.
- Instruction medium, materials, and assessment align with the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.
Core Values and Human Person Dimensions
- DepEd’s core values: Maka-Diyos (Godliness), Maka-tao (Humanity), Makakalikasan (Environmental Stewardship), Makabansa (Nationalism).
- Dimensions include physical, spiritual, intellectual, moral, social, economic, and political aspects.
Coverage of Values Education
- Integral part of curriculum promoting universal human, ethical, moral values.
- Teaches respect for self and others, diversity, gender equity, ecology, peace, justice, nationalism, global citizenship, and virtues such as patience, industry, honesty, and integrity.
Curriculum Development and Assessment
- DepEd responsible for curriculum design, consulting stakeholders like NCCA and NEDA.
- Assessment includes both understanding of concepts and behavioral demonstration using tests and portfolios.
Teacher Qualifications, Hiring, and Training
- Priority on hiring teachers with qualifications in Values Education or allied disciplines.
- Teachers without such qualifications but with experience must undergo training.
- In-service and pre-service training coordinated with government and academic partners.
- Continuous capacity-building for school leaders and teachers throughout the school year.
Continuing Professional Development
- DepEd teachers required to undergo ongoing professional development per RA 10912 to maintain content and pedagogical standards.
CHED’s Role
- Ensures teacher education programs meet quality standards for new teachers in GMRC and Values Education.
Parental Involvement and Community Partnerships
- Whole school approach to foster collaboration among school, parents, and community.
- Mechanisms to actively involve parents in school programs and curricula development.
- Engages multiple stakeholders including local government units, NGOs, and private sector.
Annual Review and Reporting
- DepEd to conduct annual reviews on implementation and student outcomes.
- Comprehensive reports submitted to Congressional Committees on Basic Education.
Transition Provisions
- Smooth transition from Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao to GMRC and Values Education mandated.
- Public schools to implement shift by SY 2022-2023; private schools by SY 2023-2024.
- Five-year transition period to address teacher supply and qualification.
- After transition, only qualified teachers as per standards to be hired.
Additional Guidelines and Legal Provisions
- DepEd to issue further guidelines as needed.
- Separability clause ensures validity of remaining provisions if any part is declared invalid.
- Repealing clause modifies or repeals inconsistent laws and regulations.
Funding and Effectivity
- Initial funding sourced from DepEd appropriations, with subsequent funding included in General Appropriations Act.
- IRR takes effect 15 days after publication in Official Gazette or newspaper.
- Registered with the Office of the National Administrative Register.