Conversion of Calabanga National High School into a National Science High School
- Officially converts Calabanga National High School into CNSHS.
- CNSHS mandates include developing learners in STEM, adhering to DepEd policies, formulating and implementing School Improvement Plans (SIP), engaging stakeholders, and establishing external partnerships.
Definitions Critical to the IRR
- Clarifies key terms such as the Act (RA 10238), RA 9155, RA 10533, School-Based Management (SBM), School Improvement Plan (SIP), School Report Card (SRC), and STEM Strand.
- SBM involves decentralized decision-making empowering the school and community.
- SIP and SRC support data-driven school planning and community engagement.
Curriculum and Instruction
- CNSHS adopts K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum and implements the Special Science Class curriculum and other DepEd special programs.
- The curriculum can be localized and enhanced per DepEd standards and policies.
Resource Allocation and Inclusion in DepEd Systems
- CNSHS included immediately in DepEd's program of expenditures and management information systems like EBEIS and LIS.
- Resources cover classrooms, laboratories, instructional materials, and ancillary facilities.
Appointment and Role of the School Head
- The school head is appointed under RA 9155 and Civil Service laws.
- Responsibilities include instructional leadership, administrative management, curriculum implementation, school improvement planning, resource management, personnel staffing, staff development, community networks, and accepting donations.
Personnel Recruitment and Staffing
- DepEd will create items and deploy teaching and non-teaching personnel according to existing guidelines.
- Staffing aligns with Department of Budget and Management, Civil Service Commission, and other agency standards.
Transfer of Assets and Records
- All personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of the former Calabanga National High School are transferred to CNSHS.
Transparency through School Report Card (SRC)
- The school head must disclose annual physical and financial performance to promote transparency and accountability.
- SRC to be published on the school website and submitted to DepEd offices and stakeholders.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- DepEd Division Office of Camarines Sur, in coordination with Regional Office V, shall monitor and evaluate CNSHS's performance.
- Provides technical assistance to improve practices and outcomes.
Appropriations and Funding
- Initial funding charged against the current year's Calabanga National High School budget.
- Subsequent funding included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Authority to Issue Further Policies
- The Secretary of Education may issue additional policies or guidelines to implement the IRR effectively.
Legal Provisions: Separability and Amendments
- Invalidity of any provision does not affect the rest of the IRR.
- Amendments require the Secretary's promulgation and consultation with CNSHS.
Repealing Clause and Effectivity
- Repeals or modifies inconsistent DepEd Orders and issuances.
- IRR takes effect fifteen days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
- Registered with the Office of the National Administrative Register (ONAR).