Guidelines for Selecting Honor Pupils/Students

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DEPED ORDER NO. 9, S. 2004: Guidelines for Selecting Honor Pupils/Students

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Guidelines for Selecting Honor Pupils/Students

Law: Deped Order No. 9, S. 2004

Decision Date: Feb 20, 2004

DEPED Order No. 9, S. 2004 establishes revised guidelines for recognizing honor pupils in public schools, allowing all students, including transferees, to be eligible for honors while implementing a ranking system that prioritizes academic performance and co-curricular achievements at the secondary level.

Law Summary

Criteria for Selection of Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Only the top two (2) pupils/students in academic subjects shall be ranked for these positions.
Academic grades below 80% do not disqualify candidates from ranking.
Academic standing is based on the general average of the pupils/students.

Ranking System for Secondary Level

Uses a 7-3 point scheme: 7 points for academic excellence, 3 points for co-curricular activities.
This criteria applies solely to the secondary level.

Criteria for Elementary Level

Awards based solely on academic standing without consideration of co-curricular activities.

Exclusion of Grades

Grades obtained in the Third Year (Grade five) are excluded from the ranking computation for graduating pupils/students.

Honorable Mention and Other Distinctions

Candidates for Honorable Mention at all levels are ranked only on academic standing.
Schools may recognize distinctive achievements in curricular and co-curricular fields through awards such as "Best in Mathematics," "Best in Arts," and "Leadership Award."

Special Curricular Programs

Schools with special programs (special science, arts, sports, SPED) may declare a separate set of honor pupils/students.
The number of honorees is proportional to total enrollment in the special classes.

Annex Schools

Annexes with a minimum enrollment of 500 students may also have a separate set of honor pupils/students.

Applicability to Private Schools

Private schools implementing the 2002 Basic Education Curriculum (BEC) may adopt the same guidelines.

Timing and Authority for Final Selection

Final selection and announcement must occur at least fifteen (15) days prior to recognition or commencement exercises.
The head of school, as Chair of the Selection Committee, is responsible for the final announcement.

Handling of Protests

Protests must be filed within five (5) working days before recognition or graduation rites.
Resolution of protests must be completed at the division level no later than three (3) working days before the event.

Repeal and Compliance

Any previous provisions inconsistent with these guidelines are rescinded.
Strict compliance with the Order is mandated by the Department of Education.

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