Declaration of Principles
- The State recognizes the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels.
- The youth's role in nation-building is emphasized, promoting their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being.
- Establishment of a national sports program to promote physical education and sports competitions.
- The program aims to develop athletes with patriotism and love of country.
- Educational systems will be institutionalized to provide excellent world-class athlete training, inclusive of marginalized groups.
Creation and Establishment of the National Academy of Sports System (NAS System)
- Establishment of a National Academy of Sports System to develop students' athletic talents.
- Quality and enhanced secondary education integrated with a special sports curriculum.
- Geared toward recognizing and developing gifted student-athletes.
- Attached to the Department of Education (DepEd) with coordination from the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).
Purpose of the NAS System
- Provides full scholarships to natural-born Filipino student-athletes with considerable potential.
- Curriculum addresses education and sports training needs holistically.
- Enables students to excel in sports and pursue careers or professions.
Construction and Site of NAS Main Campus
- Main campus to be established within one year at New Clark City Sports Complex, Capas, Tarlac.
- Facilities including classrooms, sports venues, and housing will meet international standards.
- Land provided by Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) via usufruct in perpetuity.
- BCDA responsible for construction of facilities and prioritization of their use for NAS related activities.
Executive Director of the NAS System
- Executive Director serves a five-year term.
- Elected by Board members with preferred qualifications (Master’s degree, experience).
- Administers and operates the NAS System and implements Board's policies.
Board of Trustees Composition
- Chairperson: DepEd Secretary; Vice Chairperson: PSC Chairperson.
- Members include Executive Director, Philippine Olympic Committee President, CHED Chairperson, and two private sector representatives.
- Private sector reps serve two-year renewable terms.
Powers and Functions of the Board
- Exclusive exercise of NAS System powers.
- Policy formulation for operation of sports high schools.
- Identification of future satellite branches and campuses.
- Approval of curriculum, appointments, scholarships, and establishment of rules.
- Recruitment and development of student athletes.
- Authority over financial and administrative matters, including acceptance of donations.
Hiring of Foreign Coaches, Trainers, and Consultants
- Board may approve hiring licensed foreign coaches/trainers with PSC certification.
- Justification required that their expertise is unavailable or unmatched locally.
- Knowledge transfer from foreign to local coaches and student-athletes mandated.
Board Meetings
- Regular quarterly meetings; monthly meetings initially upon Act’s effectivity for appointments and planning.
- Special meetings may be called with notification.
- Quorum requires majority, including Chairperson or Vice Chairperson.
- Reasonable per diem for unpaid members subject to existing rules.
Reporting Requirements and Auditing
- Annual detailed reports submitted to COA, DBM, and Congress.
- Financial transparency and accountability through COA audits.
Executive Committee
- Composed of Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, department heads, and faculty.
- Powers include student admissions, scholarships, curriculum development, discipline, and athletic training.
- Implements Board policies and performs other prescribed functions.
Deputy Executive Director
- Assists Executive Director and assumes duties in absence.
- Appointment and compensation subject to Board approval and existing systems.
Registrar
- Acts as Board Secretary and custodian of NAS records.
- Appointed by Executive Director with Board approval.
Treasurer
- Custodian of NAS funds and properties.
- Appointment subject to Board approval.
- Financial activities audited by COA.
Personnel
- Executive Director, subject to Board, to employ skilled professionals in sports education and administration.
- Government officers serving as lecturers may receive compensation outside regular pay if duties are after office hours.
Tax Exemptions and Benefits
- NAS System payments, including customs duties, charged to the Tax Expenditure Fund.
- Exemption from withholding taxes on honoraria to visiting foreign lecturers, subject to tax treaties.
- Donations and grants to NAS System are fully tax-exempt and deductible for donors per the National Internal Revenue Code.
Campuses
- Board to establish policies for creating regional sports high schools and extension campuses.
- Coordination with local governments, DepEd, PSC, and DBM required for extensions.
Joint Congressional Oversight Committee
- Created to monitor, oversee, and evaluate Act implementation.
- Composed of 10 members from Senate and House, inclusive of relevant committee chairs and minority members.
Appropriations
- DepEd Secretary to include appropriate funds in the annual budget for NAS implementation.
- BCDA to include in procurement the construction projects for main campus, funded by the General Appropriations Act.
Implementing Rules and Regulations
- DepEd and PSC to promulgate necessary rules within 30 days of Act’s effectivity.
- Failure to promulgate rules does not prevent Act’s implementation.
Separability Clause
- Declaring any part unconstitutional does not affect the validity of the remainder of the Act.
Repealing Clause
- Laws, decrees, orders, and rules inconsistent with this Act are modified, superseded, or repealed.
Effectivity
- The Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a major newspaper of national circulation.