PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Focus: Relevant Laws for Teachers

By: Danilo K. Villena and Celia M. Ilanan

Competencies:

1. Determine ways and means to ensure the high standards of personal and professionall
development.
2. Determine the roles of the teachers as active members of the community as global
citizens responsible for the outcomes of their actions and for developing other citizens.
3. Apply the four pillars of learning in responding to the aspirations of the community:
leaning to know, learning to do, learning to be, and learning to live together.
4. Apply ethical standards on situations involving teachers relationship with various groups
of people.
5. Reflect on professional teachers accountability to the learners performance and
achievement and to the teachers total involvement in the teaching profession.

PART I. CONTENT UPDATE

I. BASIC CONCEPTS

Teaching : refers to the profession concerned with classroom instruction at the

elementary and secondary levels in accordance with the curriculum prescribed by the
Department of Education whether on part-time or full-time basis in public or private
schools (R.A. 7836 : Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994)
Teachers : refers to all persons engaged in teaching at the elementary and secondary
levels, whether full-time or part-time basis, including industrial arts or vocational teachers
and all other persons performing supervisory and/or administrative functions in all
schools in the aforesaid levels and qualified to practice teaching under this Act (R.A.
7836: Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994)
Relevant Laws : refers to legal acts, decrees, ordinances, orders, memoranda, circulars
and like that were approved by proper authorities and have become legal bases in the
conduct of educational process, in general, and of teaching, in particular, in the
Philippine setting.

II. PROFESSIONALIZING TEACHING IN THE PHILIPPINES: LEGAL BASES

Presidential Decree 1006 (effective January 16, 1977) : Decree Professionalizing

Teaching in the Philippines promulgated:
in recognition of the significant and imperative role of teachers in building a
strong nation, more specifically in developing proper and desirable attitudes
among the citizenry whom they have direct and continuing interaction
to provide the teachers an incentive and motivation that may increase their
morale
 in recognition of the fact that like all other professions, teaching also requires a
number of years of higher education studies.
Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994 (R.A. 7836) : An act
Strengthening the Regulation and Supervision of the Practice of Teaching in the
Philippines and Prescribing a Licensure Examination for Teachers and Other Purposes:
It was promulgated for
the promotion, development and professionalization of teachers and teaching
profession
supervision and regulation of the licensure examination

III. WHY TEACHING IS A PROFESSION

requires a number of higher education studies

regulates itself by a licensing system
possesses its own body of specialized knowledge
upholds service above personal gains
requires continuous professional growth
affords a life career
sets up its own standards of professional practice
has its own professional organization

IV. BASIC DIMENSIONS OF THE TEACHING PROFESSION

1. Knowledge Dimension: The teacher as

an effective communicator of knowledge
an efficient promoter and facilitator of knowledge
a judge of students achievement
one who gives advice
a member of an institution of learning
2. Social Dimension: The teacher as
a mediator of culture
a member of the middle class
a person of culture
a transmitter of culture
3. Ethical Dimension: The teacher as
a molder of character
a model of youth
a true huminist
4. Professional Dimension: The teacher as
a member of the profession
one who acts within the bounds of the Code of Ethics and the canon of the
teaching profession
V. TRADITIONAL AND NON TRADITIONAL ROLES OF TEACHERS

1. As a Director of Learning The teacher

plans and organizes learning activities
leads pupils/students through the learning episodes
controls the whole learning situations
appraises the effectiveness of the learning situations

2. As an Information Processor The teacher

analyzes information and events
makes information and events
makes information readily learnable
facilitates the comprehension of information and events
interprets information to learners
communicate information in a manner that pupils/students comprehend

3. As a Knower The teacher

knows much about the general fields of knowledge
masters thoroughly the subject matter of his/her field of specialization
brings learners to the world of ideas
provides accurate information to pupils/students
answers readily pupils/students questions

4. As a Pioneer in the World of Ideas The teacher

carries students to new insights and knowledge
leads children to wide ranging and unlimited inquiry
develops new ideas and practices to meet the needs and demands of the time

5. As a Decision-Maker The teacher

decides on what objectives should be established
decides on the type of instructional program that could best achieve the
objectives
decides on what body of information should be conveyed
decides the most effective methods, techniques, approaches and materials that
will facilitate the attainment of the objectives
decides the most appropriate grouping that would best benefit the learner

6. As a Judge of Achievement The teacher

defines what is worth achieving
defines ability levels of pupils/students
evaluates pupils/students levels of achievement
determine who will be promoted or retained
 7. As a Counselor The teacher
establishes effective relationship with the individual pupil/student
collects pertinent information about each pupil/student
receives confidence
guides pupil/student in understanding himself
gives advices
assist pupils/students to find solutions to his/her own problems

8. As a Moralist The teacher

develops a functional moral and ethical code
creates acceptable moral atmosphere
establishes norms for behavior within and outside the classroom

9. As a Model of the Youth The teacher

exemplifies the scholarship and ideals valued by society
demonstrates acceptable sets of values

10. As a Person of Culture The teacher

possesses a broad general cultural education
is well-informed of current developments in various fields of science
appreciates arts and literature
demonstrate adequate skills in the use of language

11. As a Community Link The teacher

participates actively in the life of the community
interprets the school program to the public
brings parents to participate in school activities
utilizes the resources of the community to develop significant application of
subject matter

12. As a Mediator of Culture The teacher

articulates social, political, and economic traditions
develops cultural values
transmits culture
enriches cultural growth of pupils/students

VI. RELEVANT LAWS

A. Article XIV, 1987 Philippine Constitution (Education, Science & Technology,

Arts, Culture & Sports) This is the very fundamental legal basis of education
in the Philippines. It stipulates the following:
the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels
provision for complete, adequate and integrated system of education
free public education in the elementary and secondary levels
 availability of scholarship grants, loan programs, subsidies and other
incentives for deserving students in the public and private schools
provision for non-formal, informal and indigenous learning systems
inclusion of the study of Constitution in the curriculum
education to put emphasis on the inculcation of nationalism & patriotism
as well as other values deemed important in developing better person
and responsible citizen
supervision and regulation of all educational institutions by the State
sole ownership of educational institutions by at least 60% of the capital
from Filipino citizen
tax exemptions for non-stock and non-profit educational institutions
enjoyment of academic freedom (teachers, students, institutions) in all
institutions of higher learning
States protection for academic, non-academic, and on-teaching
personnel
highest budgetary allocation for education
Filipino as the national language; Filipino and English as official
languages for use in communication and instruction
creation of National Language Commission
promotion of science and technology
preservation and enrichment of Filipino culture
promotion of physical education and other related programs

B. Education Act of 1982 (Batas Pambansa 232, September 11, 1982): An Act
Providing for the Establishment and Maintenance of an Integrated System
of Education: Declares/defines/describes among all others the following:
aims of Philippine Educational System
rights, duties and responsibilities of parents and students in school
rights of all School Personnel
special rights and/or privileges of Teaching or Academic Staff
special rights of School Administration
rights of Schools
obligations of Teachers, School Administrators and Academic
Non-Teaching Personnel
educational systems

Aims of Philippine Educational System: (Section 4)

1. Provide for a broad general education that will assist each individual in
the peculiar ecology of his own society to: a) attain his potentials as a
human being; b) enhance the range and quality of individual and group
participation in the basic functions of society; and c) acquire the essential
educational foundation of his development into a productive and versatile
citizen;
 2. Train the nations manpower in the middle-level skills for national
development
3. Develop the profession that will provide leadership for the nation in the
advancement of knowledge for improving the quality of human life; and
4. Respond effectively to changing needs and conditions of the nation
through a system of educational planning and evaluation.

Educational Community refers to those persons or groups of person

as such or associated in institutions involved in organized teaching and
learning systems (Definition and Coverage, Section 6). The members or
elements are:
1. Parents or guardians or the head of the institution or foster home
which has custody of the pupil or student
2. Students or those enrolled in and who regularly attend educational
institution of secondary or higher level of a person engaged in formal
study.
Pupils are those who regularly attend a school of elementary level
under the supervision and tutelage of a teacher.
3. School Personnel or all persons working for an educational
institution which includes the following:
a) Teaching or academic staff or all persons engaged in actual
teaching and/or research assignments, either on full-time or part-
time basis in all levels of the educational system.
b) School administrators or all persons occupying policy
implementing positions having to do with the functions of the
schools in all levels.
c) Academic non-teaching personnel or those persons holding
some academic qualifications and performing academic functions
directly supportive of teaching, such as registrars, librarians,
research assistants, research aides, and similar staff.
d) Non-academic personnel or all other school personnel not
falling under the definition and coverage of teaching and academic
staff, school administrators and academic non-personnel.

4. Schools or institutions recognized by the State which undertake

educational operations .

Rights of Parents (Section 8)

1. To organize by themselves and/or with teachers
2. To access to any official record directly relating to their children
 Rights of Students (Section 9)
1. Right to receive relevant quality education
2. Right to freely choose their field of study and continue their course
therein
3. Right to school guidance and counseling
4. Right to access to his own records
5. Right to the issuance of needed school records/documents within 30
days from request
6. Right to publish a student newspaper and similar publications
7. Right to free of opinions and suggestions; to effective channels of
communication
8. Right to form, establish, join and participate in organizations and
societies recognized by the school
9. Right to be free from involuntary contributions

Rights of School Personnel (Section 10)

1. Right to free expression and suggestions; to effective channels of
communication
2. Right to be provided with free legal service
3. Right to establish, join and maintain labor organizations and/or
professional and self-regulating organizations
4. Right to be free from involuntary contributions

Special Rights and/or Privileges of Teaching or Academic Staff

(Section 11)
1. Right to be free from compulsory assignment not related to their duties
as defined by law
2. Right to intellectual property
3. Right to be accorded due respect and protection as persons in
authority
4. Right to choose alternative career lines for purposes of career
development

Special Rights of School Administrators (Section 12)

1. Right to sufficient administrative discretion for efficient and effective
performance of functions
2. Right to be accorded due respect and protection as persons in
authority

Rights of School (Section 13)

1. Right to provide for proper governance of the school
2. Right for institutions of higher learning to determine on academic
grounds who shall be admitted to study, who may teach, and what shall
be subjects of the study and research
 Duties of Parents (Section 14)
1. To help carry out the educational objectives of schools
2. To enable their children to obtain, as much as possible, complete
education
3. To cooperate with the school in the implementation of curricular and
co-curricular programs

Duties and Responsibilities of Students (Section 15)

1. To develop to the fullest his potentialities for service
2. To uphold the academic integrity of the school
3. To promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the school
4. To participate actively in the total development of the community
5. To exercise his rights responsibly

Teachers Obligations (Section 16)

1. To perform their duties in accordance with the overall goals and
objectives of the schools
2. To be accountable for the efficient and effective attainment of learning
objectives
3. To render regular reports and monitoring on each of the students
academic performance
4. To attend to their professional advancement and growth and maintain
their professionalism at all times
5. To exercise objectivity and fairness in dealing with students scholastic
marks and grades
6. To actively participate in the total development of the school and
community

School Administrators Obligations (Section 17)

1. To perform their duties according to the over all goals and objectives of
the school
2. To efficiently and effectively manage and administer the school
3. To develop and maintain a healthy school and conducive school
environment
4. To assume and maintain professionalism in the conduct of their work
5. To render adequate reports on the performance of school personnel
6. To observe due process and fairness in disciplining teachers and other
personnel
7. To maintain adequate records and submit reports as required by
proper authority
 Obligations of Academic Non-Teaching Personnel (Section 18)
1. To improve themselves professionally
2. To assume and promote a healthy and conducive learning and service
environment

Formal Education refers to the hierarchically structured and

chronologically graded learning organized and provided by the formal
school system and for which certification is required in order for the
learner to progress through the grades or move to higher levels
(Definition, Section 20); the main instrument for the achievement of the
countrys educational goals and objectives (Declaration of Policy, Section
19): The Levels of formal education are:

1. Elementary Education - The first stage compulsory, formal

education primarily concerned with providing basic education and
usually corresponding to the first six or seven grades , including
pre-school programs (Definition, Section 20): Its objectives are
(Section 21)
a. to provide the knowledge and develop the skills, attitudes
and values essential to personal development
b. to provide learning experiences that prepare them for
constructive and effective involvement
c. to promote and intensify the childs knowledge and
identification with and love for the nation and the people to
which he belongs; and
d. to promote work experiences that prepare the children to
engage in honest and gainful work
2. Secondary Education The state of formal education concerned
primarily with continuing basic education usually corresponding to
four years of high school (Definition, Section 20): Its objectives
are: (Section 22)
a. to continue to promote the objectives of elementary
education
b. to equip the students with skills for productive endeavor or
for higher education
3. Tertiary Education Post secondary schooling is higher
education leading to a degree in a specific profession or discipline
(Definition, Section 20). Its objectives are (Section 23)

a. to provide a broad general education program

b. to train the nations manpower in the skills required for
national development
c. to develop the professions for leadership of the nation
 d. to advance knowledge through research work for
improving quality of human life.

Specialized Educational Services These are services to meet the

special needs of certain clientele. It includes the following (Section 24)

1. Work Education of Practical Arts aims to develop the right

attitudes towards work; and technical-vocational education, post-
secondary nut non degree programs leading to one, two or three
year certification in preparation for middle-level occupations.
2. Special Education The education of persons who are
physically, mentally, emotionally, socially or culturally different
from the so-called normal individuals
3. Non-formal Education Any organized school-based
educational activities undertaken by education department aimed
at attaining specific learning objectives for a particular clientele,
especially the illiterates and the out-of-school youth and adults. Its
objectives are:
a. to eradicate illiteracy and raise the level of functional
literacy of the population
b. to provide unemployed vocational/technical skills for them
to become more productive and effective citizens; and
c. to develop among clientele proper values and attitudes for
personal, community and national development.

C. R.A. 4670 MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS (June 18,
1966) enacted to promote and improve the social and economic conditions of
public school teacher, their working and living conditions, their terms of
employment and career prospects (Declaration of Policy, Section 1).
1. Recruitment and Qualification (Section 3)
o DepEd to define clearly recruitment policy with respect to selection
and appointment of teachers
o Minimum educational qualifications for teacher-applicants:
Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education for teachers in
the kindergarten and elementary grades;
Bachelors Degree in Education or its equivalent with a major
or minor of a Bachelors degree in Arts or Science with at
least 18 units of Professional Education for teachers of the
secondary schools;
 Bachelors degree in the field of specialization with at least 18
professional units in Education for teachers os secondary
vocational and two years technical courses;
Masters degree with a specific area of specialization for
teachers of courses on the collegiate level.
o The School Superintendent may appoint under temporary status,
applicants who dont meet the minimum qualifications.
2. Probationary Period (Section 4)
o No probationary period preceding regular appointment shall be
imposed if the teacher possesses the appropriate civil service
eligibility.
o A period of not less than a year from and after the date of the
appointees provisional appointment; given to an applicant who
meets the minimum educational qualifications but lacks the
appropriate civil service eligibility.
3. Tenure of Office (Section 5)
o Stability on employment assured of teachers with permanent
appointment
o Permanent appointment shall be extended to provisional teachers
after having rendered at least ten years of continuous, efficient
and faithful service in such position.
4. Consent for Transfer Transportation Expenses (Section 6)
o No teacher shall be transferred form one station to another,
without the teachers consent, except for a cause.
o The School Superintendent may effect the transfer of the teacher
when the exigencies of service so requires
o The School Superintended must previously notify the teacher to
be transferred and the reason or reasons for such transfer.
o The teacher subject for transfer may appeal to the Director of the
Public Schools if he/she feels the reason/s is unjustifiable.
o No transfer whatever shall be made three months before any local
or national election.
o The Government shall pay all the necessary transfer expenses of
the teacher and his/her family.
5. Safeguards in Disciplinary Procedures (Section 8)
o Every teacher shall enjoy equitable safeguards at each stage of
any disciplinary procedure and shall have:
the right to be informed, in writing, of the chargers;
the right to full access to the evidence in the case;
the right to defend himself by a representative of his
choice;
the right to appeal to clearly designated authorities.
6. Administrative Charges (Section 9) Administrative charges against a
teacher shall be heard initially by a Committee composed of the following
 o School Division Superintendent or his duly authorized
representative who should have at least the rank of a division
supervisor as Chairman.
o Representative of the local, or in its absence, any existing
provincial or national teachers organization
o A Division Supervisor
o Two members designated by the Director of Public Schools
o The Committee shall submit its findings and recommendations to
the Director of Public Schools within thirty (30) days from the
termination of the hearing
o The members of the Committee shall be appointed by the
Education Secretary if the School Superintendent is the
complainant or an interested party.
7. No discrimination whatsoever in the entrance to the teaching
profession, or during its exercise or in the termination of services, based
on other than professional consideration (Section 10).
8. Married teachers, both of whom are public school teachers may be
enable to be employed in the same locality (Section 11).
9. Academic freedom shall be enjoyed by teachers in the discharge of their
professional duties, particularly, with regard to teaching and classroom
methods. (Section 12)
10. Teaching Hours (Section 13)
o Teachers are required to render no more than 6 hours of actual
classroom teaching a day
o In the exigencies of service, any teacher may be required to
render more than six hours and no more than eight hours of
actual classroom teaching a day upon payment of additional
compensation at the same rate as his regular remuneration plus
at least 25% of his basic pay
11. Additional Compensation (Section 14)
o Additional compensation of at least 25% of the teachers regular
remuneration must be paid to teachers who render co-curricular
and out of school activities out side of the teachers six hours of
actual classroom teaching
12. Salary scales of teachers shall provide for a gradual progression from a
minimum to a maximum salary by means of regular increments, granted
automatically after three years to teachers with at least an efficiency
rating of satisfactory. (Section 16)
13. Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) (Section 18)
o Given to teachers to keep pace with the rice in the cost of living
o Shall automatically follow changes in a cost of living index
o Secretary of Education recommends to Congress at least
annually, the appropriation of the cost-of-living allowances of
public school teachers
14. Special Hardships Allowances equivalent to at least 25% of teachers
monthly salary, shall be given to teachers assigned in areas where
teachers are exposed to hardships such as difficulty in commuting to the
place of work or other hazards peculiar to the place of employment as
determined by Education Secretary (Section 19).
15. No person shall make any deduction whatsoever from the salaries of
teachers except under authority of law authorizing such deductions.
(Section 21)
16. Compulsory medical examination shall be provided free of charge for
all teachers; medical treatment, if found necessary, shall also be
accorded free by the government entity paying the salary of the teachers
(Section 22)
17. Teachers shall also be protected against the consequences of
employment injuries in accordance with existing laws (Section 23)
18. Study Leave (Section 24)
o Teachers are entitled to a study leave not exceeding one year
after seven years of service
o Teachers granted on study leave shall be entitled to at least 60%
of their monthly salary.
o No teacher shall be allowed to accumulate more than one year of
study leave, unless he needs an additional semester to finish his
thesis for a graduate study in education or allied course.
o No compensation shall be due to the teacher after the first year of
such study leave.
o Study leave period shall be counted for seniority and pension
purposes.
o Teachers on study leave shall be compensated provided he takes
the regular study loan and passes at least 75% of his courses.
19. An indefinite sick leave of absence shall be granted to teachers when
the nature of the illness demands along treatment that will exceed one
year at the least. (Section 25)
20. Salary Increase upon Retirement. One range salary raise upon
retirement shall be the basis of the computation of the lump sum of the
retirement pay and the monthly benefits thereafter. (Section 26)
21. Teachers shall be free to establish or join organizations of their
choosing (Section 27)
22. National Teachers Organizations shall be consulted in the formulation
of national education policies and professional standards, and in the
formulation of national policies governing the social security of the
teachers. (Section 29)
23. The secretary of Education shall formulate and prepare the necessary
rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act and shall
take effect thirty days after publication in a newspaper of general
circulation (Section 30)
 24. The secretary of Education shall submit to Congress annually the
necessary budgetary estimates to implement the provisions of this Act
(Section 31)
25. Any person who shall willfully interfere with, restrain or coerce any
teacher in the exercise of the rights guaranteed by this Act, or who shall
in any other manner, commit any act to defeat any of the provisions of
this Act, shall upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not less than one
hundred pesos nor more than one hundred thousand pesos, or by
imprisonment, in the discretion of the court. (Section 32)

D. CODE OF ETHICS FOR PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS

o Adopted pursuant to the provisions of paragraph (e), Article II, R.A. 7836,
otherwise known as the Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of
1994, and paragraph (a), section 6, P.D. No 223, as amended.
o The Code spells out very clearly the ideals and standards of teachers
relationships with various education stakeholders.

1. The Teacher and the State (Article II)

As a trustee of the cultural and educational heritage of the nation, the teacher is
duty bound to transmit to learners such heritage and must exert the best effort
possible to promote obedience to the laws of the state;
Help carry out the declared policies of the state.
Demonstrate full commitment and devotion to duty.
Refrain from engaging in the promotion of any political, religious or other partisan
interest.
Exercise his right of suffrage and all other constitutional rights.
Refrain from using his position or official authority to influence or coerce the
political actions or behaviors of other persons.
Enjoy academic freedom and be responsible in taking the privilege of expounding
the product of his researchers and investigations in the interest of the nation.
2. The Teacher and the Community (Article III)
Provides an environment conductive to learning and youth development.
Provide leadership and initiative for the betterment of the community.
Refrain from engaging in all sorts of immoral activities.
Study, understand and promote local customs and traditions.
Keep the community informed about schools works, activities and
accomplishments.
Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other professionals,
government officials and practically, all people.
Attend freely ones church and worships as appropriate without using his position
to influence others;
3 The Teacher and the Profession (Article IV).
Manifest pride in the nobility of the teaching profession.
 Always be at his best in the practice of the profession.
Avoid making improper misrepresentations in the process of seeking support for
the school.
Engage actively and continuously in ones professional growth and
advancement.
Live up to the nobility and integrity of the teaching profession.
4. The Teacher and the Teaching Community (Article V)
Be imbued with the spirit of professional loyalty, faithfulness and cooperativeness
with others in the teaching profession.
Sincerely acknowledge/recognize assistance received from colleagues.
Organize and turn over records and other data to his/her successor.
Keep information confidential until after it has been formally released.
Seek correctives for unprofessional/unethical conduct of an associate.
Submit to proper authorities any justifiable criticism against an associate.
Apply for a vacant position for which he is qualified provided that all qualified
candidates are given opportunity to be considered.
5. The Teacher and the Higher Authorities in the Profession (Article VI)
Support the legitimate policies of the school and the administration regardless of
personal feeling or private opinion.
Make no any false and anonymous accusations or charges against superiors.
Observe proper protocol in transacting official business.
Consider the welfare and interest of the learners when seeking redress against
all forms of injustice and in raising grievances to the administration.
Recognize the principle that appointments, promotions and transfer are mad only
on the basis of merit and are needed in the interest of service.
Live up to his contract, i.e. employment terms and conditions.
6. The School Officials, Teachers, and Others Personnel (Article VII)
Shows professionals courtesy, helpfulness and sympathy towards teachers and
other personnel.
Consider policy formulation and change innovations as cooperative
responsibility.
Attend to the professional growth of teacher, i.e. promotion, recognition,
attendance to in-service trainings.
Never dismiss or recommend for dismissal a teacher or other subordinates
except for a just cause.
Ensure that public school teachers are employed in accordance with pertinent
civil service rules and private school teachers, in accordance with the contracts.
7. The Teachers and the Learners (Article VIII)
Determine the academic marks and promotion of learners in accordance with
generally accepted procedures of measurement and evaluation.
Recognize that the first and foremost concern of the teachers is the interest and
welfare of the learners.
Make no prejudice or discriminating against any learner.
 Avoid accepting favors and gifts from learners, their parents or others in
exchange for requested concessions.
Refrain from accepting any remuneration from tutorials rendered to their own
students.
Evaluate the learners work only on merit and quality or academic performance.
Exercise utmost professional discretion in a situation on matters pertaining to
personal relationship with the learner.
Desist from inflicting any form of corporal punishment on offending
pupils/students; make no deduction from the learners scholastic grade as
punishment for students offense.
Extend needed assistance to ensure maximum development of learners and
prevent or solve learners problem and difficulties.
8. The Teacher and the Parents (Article IX)

Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with parents and treat them with
utmost respect.
Inform parents of the progress and all sorts deficiencies of their children.
Be tactful in dealing with parents regarding their childrens deficiencies.
Seek parents cooperation for the proper guidance and improvement of the
learners.
Discourage the parents from making ill remarks and unfounded criticisms about
the school as a whole.
Hear parents complains with sympathy and understanding.
9. The Teacher and Business (Article X)
Engage in legitimate income generating activities.
Maintain a good reputation with respect to financial matters.
Settle promptly all debts and/or make satisfactory arrangement on his private
financials affairs.
Avoid acting as agent of any business venture engaged in furnishing textbooks
and other school commodities, of which, he can possibly exercise influence in
their purchase or distribution.
10. The Teacher as a Person (Article XI)
Live with dignity as all times wherever he/she is.
Place premium upon self-respect and self-discipline.
Serve as a model worthy of emulation.
Recognize GOD as guide of his own destiny and others.
11. Disciplinary Action (Article XII)
Revocation of the Certificate of Registration and License as a Professional
Teacher.
Suspension from the practice of teaching profession.
Reprimand or cancellation of temporary/special permit.
*(Sec. 23, Article II, R.A. 31, Article VIII, Rules and Regulation Implementing R.A.
7836)
 E. PHILIPPINE TEACHERS PROFESSIONALIZATION ACT OF 1994 (R.A.
7836); An Act to strengthen the Regulation and Supervision of the Practice of
Teaching in the Philippines and Prescribing a Licensure Examination for Teacher
and for other purposes.
1. Objectives (Article I, Section 3)
The promotion, development, and professionalization of teachers and the
teaching profession; and
The supervision and regulation of the licensure examination.
2. Creation and Composition of the Board (Article II, Section 5)
Created under this Act a Board for Professional Teachers called the Board under
the general supervision and administrative control of the Professional Regulation
Commission, called the Commission.
Composition of the Board: Five (5) members to be appointed by the President of
the Philippines.
3. Examination, Registration and License Required (Article III, Section 13)
Written examination given at least once a year
A valid certificate of registration and valid professional license from the
Commission are required before any person is allowed to practice as a
professional teacher in the Philippines.
4. Scope of Examination (Article III, Section 14)
For elementary level, there are two parts namely; professional education and
general education;
For secondary level, there are three parts, namely; professional education,
general education and field of specialization.
5. Qualification Requirements of Applicants (Article III, Section 15)
A citizen of the Philippines or an alien whose country has reciprocity with the
Philippines in the practice of the teaching profession;
At least 18 years of age.
In good health and good reputation with high moral values;
Has not been convicted by final judgment by a court for an offense involving
moral turpitude;
A graduate of a school, college or university recognize by the government and
possesses the minimum educational qualifications, as follows;
1. For teachers in preschool, a bachelors degree in early childhood education or
its equivalent;
2. For teachers in the elementary grades, a bachelors degree in elementary
education (BEED) or its equivalent;
3. For teachers in the secondary grades, a bachelors degree in education or its
equivalent with major and minor, or a bachelors degree in arts and sciences with
at least 18 units in professional education.
4. For teachers of vocational and two-year technical courses, a bachelors
degree in the field of specialization or its equivalent, with at least 18 units of
professional education.
 6. Issuance of Certificate of Registration and Professional License (Article
III, Section 17)
The registration of a professional teacher commences from the date his name is
enrolled in the roster of professional teachers.
Upon payment of the registration fee, a registered professional teacher must
issued a certificate of registration as a professional teacher bearing the full name
with serial number and date of issuance signed by the Chairman of the
Commission, Vice-Chairman, and Members of the Board, stamped with official
seal.
A professional license signed by the Chairman of the Chairman of the
Commission and bearing the registration number and date of issuance and the
month of expiry or renewability shall likewise be issued to every registrant; paid
registration fee is good for three consecutive years.
7. Revocation of the Certificate of Registration, Suspension from the
Practice of Teaching Profession, and Cancellation of Temporary or Special
Permit (Article III, Section 23)
Conviction of any criminal offense by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Immoral, unprofessional or dishonorable conduct.
Declaration by a court of competent jurisdiction for being mentally unsound or
insane.
Malpractice, gross incompetence, gross negligence or serious ignorance of the
practice of the teaching profession.
The use of or perpetration of any fraud or deceit in obtaining a certificate of
registration, professional license or special/temporary permit
Chronic 0inebrity or habitual use of drags.
Violation of any of the provision of this Act , the rules and regulations and other
policies of the Board and the Commission, and the code of ethical and
professional standards for professional teachers.
Unjustified or willful failure to attend seminars, workshops, conference and the
like or the continuing education program prescribe by the Board and the
Commission.
8. Registration and exception (Article III, Section 26) Upon approval of the
application and payment of the prescribe fees, the certificate of registration and
professional license as professional teacher shall be issued without examination
as require in this Act to ma qualified applicant, who at the time of the approval of
this Act is:
A holder of a certificate of eligibility as a teacher issued by the Civil Service
Commission and the Department of Education, Culture and Sports; or
A registered professional teacher with the National Board for Teacher under the
Department of Education, Culture and Sports pursuant to P.D. No. 1006; or
Not qualified under paragraph s one and two but with any of the following
qualification to wit:
An elementary or secondary teacher for five (5) years in good standing and
holder of Bachelor of Science in Education or its equivalent; or
 An elementary or secondary teacher for three (3) years in good standing and a
holder of a masters degree in education or its equivalent.
9. Inhibition Against the Practice of the Teaching Profession
Except as otherwise allowed under this Act. No person shall practice or offer to
practice the teaching profession in the Philippines or be appointed as teacher to
any position calling for a teaching position without having previously obtained a
valid certificate of registration and valid license from the Commission (Article IV,
Section 27)
Penal provision (Article IV, Section 28) the following shall be punishable by a
fine of not less than Five Thousand Pesos (P5,000.00) not more than twenty
thousand pesos (20.000.00) or imprisonment of not less than six(6) moths not
more than five (5) years, or both, at the discretion of the court:
a. Any person who practices the teaching profession in the Philippines without
being certified in accordance with the provision of this act ;
b. Any person who represents or attempts to use as his own certificate of
registration that of another ;
c. Any person who gives any false, or fraudulent evidence of any kind to the
board or any member thereof in obtaining a certificate of registration as teacher.
d. Any person who impersonates any registrant of the same or different name;
e. Any person who use a revoked or suspended certificate of registration
f. Any person who, in connection with his name, other wise assumes, uses or
advertises any title or description tending to convey or conveys the impression
that he is a teacher without holding a valid certificate; and
g. Any person who violates or abets the violation of any of the provision of this
act.
F. CODE OF CONDUCT AND ETHICAL STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC
OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES (R.A. 6713)
1. Definition of Terms (Section 3)
a. Government - includes the national government, local government, and all
other instrumentalities, agencies, or branches of the Republic of the Philippines
including government-owned and controlled corporations, and their subsidiaries.
b. Public Officials- includes elective and appointive officials and employees,
permanent or temporary whether in the career or non-career service, including
military and police personnel.
c. gift- refers to a thing or a right disposed of gratuitously, or any act of liberality,
in favor of another who accepts it, and shall include a simulated sale or an
ostensibly onerous disposition thereof. It shall not include unsolicited gift or
nominal or insignificant value not given in anticipation of, or in exchange for, a
favor from a public official or employee.
d. Receiving Gift- includes the act of accepting, directly, a gift from a person
other than a member of his family or relative as defined in this Act.
e. Loan- covers simple and commodatum as well as guarantees, financing
arrangement or accommodations intended to insure the approval.
f. Substantial Stockholder- means any person who owns directly or indirectly,
shares of stock sufficient to elect a director or a corporation.
g. Family of Public Officials or employees- means that their spouses and
unmarried children under 18 years of age.
h. Person- includes a natural and juridical person unless the context indicates
otherwise.
i. Conflict of Interest- arises when a public official or employee is a member of a
board, an officer, or a substantial interest in the business, and the interest of
such corporations or business, or his rights or duties therein, may be opposed to
or affected by the faithful performance of official duty.
j. Divestment- is the transfer of title or disposal of interest in property by
voluntary, completely and actually depriving or dispossessing oneself of his right
or title to it in favor of a person or persons other than his spouse and relatives as
defined in the Act.
k. Relatives- refers to any and all persons related to the public official or
employee within the fourth civil degree of consanguinity or affinity, including bilas,
inso and balae.\

2. Norms of Conduct of Public Officials and Employees (Section 4)

a) Commitment to Public Interest- upholding the public interest over and above
personal interest.
b) Professionalism- performing and discharging ones duties with the highest
degree of excellence, professionalism, intelligence and skill.
c) Justness and Sincerity- remaining true to the people at all times; not
discriminating against anyone; respecting the rights of others; refraining from
doing acts contrary to law, good morals, good customs, public policy, public
order, public safety and public interest.
d.) Political neutrality- providing service to everyone without unfair discrimination
or regardless of party affiliation or preference.
e.) Responsiveness to the public- extending prompt, Courteous, and adequate
service to the public
f.) Nationalism and Patriotism- being loyal at all times to the Republic and the
Filipino people; promoting the use of locally produced goods, resources and
technology; maintaining and defending Philippine sovereignty.
g.) Commitment to democracy- committing to democratic way of life and values,
maintaining the principle of public accountability, and manifesting by deeds the
supremacy of civilian authority over the military.
h.) Simple living- leading modest live appropriate to their positions and income;
not indulging in extravagant or ostentatious display of wealth in any form.

3. Duties of public Officials and Employees (Section 5)

a) Act promptly on letters and requests within 15 working days from receipt
thereof.
 b) Submit annual performance reports within 45 working days from the end of the
year.
c) Process documents and papers expeditiously with no more than three (3)
signatories.
d) Act immediately on the publics personal transactions.
e) Make documents accessible to the public.

4. Prohibited Acts and Transactions (Section7)

a) Financial and material interest in any transactions requiring the approval of
their office.\
b) Outside employment and other activities related thereto; owning, controlling,
managing or accepting employment as officer, employee, consultant and the like;
engaging in the private practice of their profession; recommending any person to
any position in a private enterprise.
c) Disclosure and or misuse of confidential information
d) Solicitation and acceptance of gifts.

VII. OTHER RELATED LAWS

R. A. 12265 and DECS Ruling #8: Penalizing all educational institutions

which do not observe the flag ceremony, Supreme Court resolution declares that
all school children cannot be compelled to salute and pledge allegiance to the
flag if their religious beliefs ban them from doing so.
R. A. 6728: Government Assistance to Students and Teachers of Private
Education
R. A. 7722: An Act Creating the Commission on Higher Education.
R. A. 7784: An Act Strengthening Teacher Education in the Philippines by
creating Centers of Excellence (COE); creating a Teacher Education council for
the appropriation of national network with elementary schools, high schools and
or part for laboratory purposes.
R. A. 7796: An Act Creating the Technical Education and Skills
Development Authority (TESDA)
R. A. 7836: Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994
- Prescribes the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) to make them duly
licensed professionals who possess dignity and reputation with high moral values
as well as technical and professional competence.
- Provides than within two years after January 12, 199, no person shall be allowed
to teach in the preschool, elementary and secondary level or in vocational
courses unless he is duly registered professional teacher.
R. A. 8187: Patemity Leave Act of 1996- grants patemity leave of seven (7) days
with full payment to married male employees for the first four deliveries of the
legitimate spouse with whom he is cohabiting; such leave is not cumulative and
non-convertible to cah
R. A. 7192: An Act Promoting the integration of women As Full Partners of Men
in Development and Nation Building and for other purposes.
Educational Assistance Act of 1976: Study Now Pay Later Plan
P. d. 176: Ownership, Control and Administration of Educational Institutions.
R. A. 578: Confers the status of person in authority upon teachers, principals and
professors.
R. A. 6655 and DECS Order #44 s. 1988: An Act Establishing and Providing for
A free Public Secondary Education and for other Purposes; otherwise known as
Free Public Secondary Act of 1988
R. A. # 409: Provides for the state scholarships in Science, Arts and Letters for
the poor but deserving students; creating a State Scholarship Council to
integrate, systemize, administer and Implement all program scholarships and
appropriating funds thereof.
R. A. 5447: Creation of Special Education Fund Act enacted in 1968 (to be
constituted from the proceeds on an additional real property tax and certain
portion of the taxes on Virginia type cigarettes and duties imposed on imported
tobacco leaf. Activities shall be limited to:
1. Organization and extension of classes
2. Construction and repair of school buildings (aiding provincial, municipal, city
and barrio schools)
3. Acquisition of school sites
R. A. 1124 created 15 members of the Board of National Education and reduced
the membership of the Board to eight (8). The highest policy making body in
formulating educational policies and direction and interests.
R. A. 6139: Regulated the sectarian schools/private schools in charging higher
tuition fees.
 R. A. 5698: Legal Education Board was created to improve the quality a law
schools.
R. A. 7687: an Act instituting / establishing scholarship program for courses that
will encourage the students to pursue careers in science and technology.
(Science and Technology Scholarship Act of 1994)
R. A. 7743: Establishment o0f city and municipal libraries.
R. A. 7880: An Act providing for the fair and equitable allocation of the Dept. of
Ed. Culture and sports Budget for the Capital Outlay (Fair and Equitable Access
to Education Act)
R. A. 8292: Higher Education Modemization Act 1997; establish and maintain
and support a complete, adequate, and integrated system, of education relevant
to the needs of the people and society.
R. A. 6850: An Act To Grant Civil Service Eligibility Under Certain Conditions To
Government Employees Appointed Under Provisional or Temporary Status Who
Have Rendered a Total of seven (7) Years of Efficient Service
R. A. 8445: Amending R. A. 6728* an Act providing government assistance to
students and teachers of private education*; Expanded Government Assistance
to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act
R. A. 8525: 1998 Act Establishing *Adopt-A-School Program, allowing private
schools, companies to assist/support public in upgrading and modemization of
public schools particularly those in poverty-stricken provinces.
R. A. 8491: Prescribing the Code of the national flag, anthem, motto, coat of
arms and other heraldic items and devices of the Philippines (Flag and Heraldic
Code of the Philippines.)
R. A. 7686: an Act To Strengthen the Manpower Education and Training in the
Philippines by Institutionalizing the Dual Training System as An Instructional
Delivery System of Technical, and Vocational Education and Training; otherwise
known as Dual Training System Act of 1994
R. A. 7797: AN Act To Lengthen the School Calendar from Two Hundred Days
To Not More Than Two Hundred Twenty (220 class days)
R. A. 8190: An Act Granting Priority to Residents of the Barangay, Municipality or
City Where the School is Located in the Appointment or Assignment of
Classroom Public School Teachers.
 R. A. 6972: an Act Establishing A Day Care Center in Every Barangay, Instituting
Therein A Total Development and Protection of Children Program, Appropriating
Fund Thereof, and for other Purposes.
R. A. 7624: An Act Integrating Drug Prevention and Control in the Intermediate
and Secondary Curricula As Well As In The Non-formal, Informal and Indigenous
Learning Systems and for other Purposes.
R. A. 7165: An Act Creating The Literacy Coordinating Council, Defining Its.
Powers and Functions, Appropriating Thereof and for other Purposes.
R. A. 7743: An Act Providing For the Establishment of Congressional City, and
Municipal Libraries and Barangay Reading Centers Throughout The Philippines
R. A. 7877: Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995
R. A. 9163: National Service Training Program (NSTP)
R. A. 6139: An Act Tuition and Other School Fees of Private educational
Institutions

Development Orders/Memoranda/Circulars
DECS Order #5, s. 1974: Bilingual Education Policy
DECS Order #52, s. 1987: mandates the use of the regional languages as auxiliary
medium of instruction
DepEd Order No. 4, s. 2002: Basic Education Curriculum; shall be implemented in all
public schools during year 2002-2003
CMMO #30, s. 2004: Revised Policies and Standards for Undergraduate Teacher
Education Curriculum
CMO #52, s. 2007: Addendum to revised and standards for undergraduate teacher
education curriculum
DepEd Order #4, s. 2002: Basis Education Curriculum
DepEd Order #9, s. 2004: Guidelines in the Selection of Honor Pupils/Students in
Public Schools.
DepEd Oder #10, s. 2004; Implementation of the Enhanced 8-week Early Childhood
Experience (ECE) for Grade 1
DepEd Order #37, s. 2003: Revised Implementing Guidelines of the 2002 Secondary
Education Curriculum Effective School Year 2003-2004
DepEd Order #65, s. 2007: Guidelines in the Utilization of the Additional Subsidy for
the Regional High school for CY 2007
 DepEd Order #79, s. 2003: Assessment and Evaluation of Learning and Reporting of
Students Progress in Public elementary and secondary schools
DepEd Oder #70, s. 2003: Revised Grading System for elementary and secondary
Schools.
DepEd Order #33, s. 2007: Reiterating the Revitalization of the girl Scouting Movement
in the schools and regulating the Collection of voluntary Contributions of Public
elementary and Secondary.
DepEd Order #45, s. 2008: Student Uniforms Not Required In Public Elementary and
Secondary schools.
DepEd Order # 42, s. 2008: Official List if Additional 121 Tech-Voc-High Schools To
Implement the STVEP-CBC SY 2008-2009.
DEPeD Order #39, s. 2008; Private School Textbooks with errors
DepEd Oder # 30, s. 2008: Requiring All Regional Offices to Submit List of Names and
Addresses of Private Schools with Permit to Operate or Recognition or Accreditation
DepEd Order #19, s. 2008: Implementation of No collection Policy in all public
Elementary and Secondary Schools
DepEd Oder #7, s. 2008: Turning Around Low Performance In English: A priority
Program of 2008
DepEd Memo #19, s. 2009: 2009 President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Outstanding
Achievement and Academic Excellence Awards
DepEd Oder #9, s. 2004: Guidelines in the Selection of Honor Pupils/ Students in
Public School
DepED Order 9, s. 2004: Guidelines in the Selection of Honor Pupils/Students in the
Public School
DepEd Oder # 4, s. 2004: Additional Guidelines on the New Performance-Based
Grading System
DepEd Oder #5, s. 2004: Eligibility of Remedial Instruction classes for Grant of
Vacation Service Credits
DepEd Memo #307, s. 2007: Refined Secondary Education Curriculum (RSEC Year III
and IV)
DepEd Memo #490, s. 2007: The Spanish Language as an Elective in High School
DepEd Memo #9, s. 2009: Training-Workshop for Teachers of Additional Secondary
School Offering Special Education Program
 DepEd Memo #62, s. 2008: Early Registration for Incoming First Year high school
Students for SY 2009-2010
DepEd Memo #7, s. 2009: Random Drug Testing
DepEd Memo #65, s. 2008: Guidelines in the Utilization of the for Hundred Thousand
Pesos Allocation for S and T Oriented High Schools.

VIII. FOUR PILLARS OF LEARNING

1. Learning to Know- focuses on combining broad general knowledge and basic education
with the opportunity to work on a small number of subjects in the light of rapid changes brought
by scientific progress and new forms of economic and social activity.

Learning how learn and to discover, as to benefit from ongoing educational opportunities
continuously arising throughout life.
Developing the faculties of memory, imagination, reasoning, and problem solving.
Understanding about ones environment.
Communicating with others.

2. Learning to Do- emphasizes on the learning of skills necessary to practice a profession or

trade.

Applying in the practice what has been learned

Developing vocational/occupational and technical skills
Developing social skills in building meaningful interpersonal relations
Developing competence, social behavior, aptitude for team work
Enhancing the ability to communicate and work with others
Managing and resolving conflicts

3. Learning to Be- prioritizes the development of the human potential to the fullest.

Tapping the talents hidden with each individual

Develop personal commitment and responsibility for the common good

4. Learning to Live Together- Emphasize understanding of others, their history, traditions and
cultures and also, living and interacting peacefully together.

Appreciating the diversity of the human race

Being receptive to others and encounter others through dialogue and debate
Caring about others
Working toward common objectives cooperative undertakings
Managing and resolving conflicts
PART III. ENHANCING TEST TAKING SKILLS
1. The Philippine Constitution guarantees the right of all citizens to quality education at____
A. the basic education level C. the graduate level
B. tertiary level D. all levels
Analysis: Option D is the correct answer because the Constitutions concern for quality
education covers all levels.

2. Article IV, Section 2 of the Philippine Constitution provides for free and compulsory
education in the_____.
A. elementary level C. elementary & secondary levels
B. secondary level D. tertiary level
Analysis: option C is the correct answer because this particular section and article of the
Constitution specifically states that free public education covers only elementary and secondary
levels.

3. Who among the following is NOT within the category of teacher as provided for under
Magna Carta for Public School Teachers?
A. guidance counselors C. school nurse
B. School Principals D. school librarian

4. The gradual progression of teachers salary from minimum to a maximum is done

through_______.
A. a regular increment every year C. a regular increment every 3 years
B. a increment after ten years of service D. an increment after five years

5. A teacher who possesses the minimum qualifications but lacks the appropriate civil
service eligibility can be appointed in a ________ basis.
A. contractual basis C. provisional
B. permanent D. substitute

6. The Magna Carta for Public School Teacher recognizes the following with the exception
of one. Which is the exception?
A. quality education depends primarily in the quality of socio-economic status of
teachers.
B. Advancement in education depends on the teachers qualifications and ability.
C. Education is an essential factor in the economic growth of the nation
D. Education is development and vice-versa.

7. The rights of parents are guaranteed under Education Act of 1982, more particulary, in
terms of __________.
A. the right to academic freedom
B. the right to privacy of communication
C. the right to full access to the evidence of the case
D. the right to seek redress of grievance

8. The right of students to receive relevant quality education is primarily achieved

through________.
A. competent instruction C. school-community relations
B. strong curriculum D. competent administrator
 9. To promote teachers welfare and defend their interests, teachers have the right to
________.
A. undergo and participate in professional development
B. be promoted in rank and salary
C. establish, join, and maintain professional & self-regulating organizations
D. regulate their social environment

10. Career lines for teachers include the following EXCEPT ONE. Which is this?
A. classroom teaching C. curriculum developer
B. school administration D. counselor

11. What does teachers are persons in authority mean?

A. Teachers cannot be charged.
B. Teachers have immunity from arrest.
C. No person can assault a teacher.
D. Decisions made by teachers are deemed right.

12. Who is considered a professional teacher?

A. an education graduate who received honors
B. A teacher who has taught for at least six years
C. A teacher who has attended national seminars on teaching
D. A teacher who qualifies for a permanent position under R. A. 4670

13. Who are covered by R. A. 4670?

A. Teachers in both public and private schools
B. Teachers in all level
C. Teachers in public elementary and secondary schools
D. Teachers in all public elementary schools

14. A teacher who has been in active service for 10 years decided to pursue higher studies.
Under R.A. 4670, what kind of leave of absence can that teacher avail of?
A. scholarship leaves C. study leave
B. indefinite leaves D. vacation leave

15. When can teachers be required to work on assignment not related to their duties?
A. when on probation
B. When found inefficient
C. When lacking in educational qualifications
D. When compensated under existing laws

16. A teacher who served for 7 straight years is in titled to take a study leave with pay for
one year. How much pay is the teacher entitled to receive?
A. 100% monthly salary C. 50% of monthly salary
B. 60% of monthly salary D. 70% of monthly salary

17. The term Commission in the Teachers Professionalization Act 1994 refers to
A. Commission of Civil Service C. National Teachers Commission
B. Commission in Higher Education D. Professional Regulation Commission
 18. The term Board in the Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994 refers to ________
A. Board of National Examination C. Board of Professionalization
B. Board of Professional Teachers D. Board of Teachers

19. The following EXCEPT ONE comprises what is defined under Governance Act of 2001 as
basic education. Which is this?
A. elementary education C. special education
B. early education childhood D. elementary & secondary education

20. Which of the following laws strengthens teacher education in the Philippines through the
establishment of centers of excellence?
A. R. A. 7784 C. R. A. 7796
B. R. A. 7722 D. R. A. 7834

21. Free public secondary education under the law means______

A. free from being screened to enter public secondary schools
B. free from payment of tuition and other fees for students enrolled in public secondary schools
C. right of every student to enter public secondary schools
D. free from payment of school fee identifies and authorized by law

22. R. A. 6713 is otherwise known as the________.

A. Ethical Standards for public Employees
B. Code of Ethical Standards for Government Officials and Employees
C. Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees
D. Code of Ethical Standards and Conduct for Government Officials & Employees

23. Based on R. A. 6713, public officials and employees shall at all times be loyal to the Republic
and to the Filipino people. This norm of conduct is related to___________.
A. professionalism C. responsiveness to the public
B. nationalism &patriotism D. honesty

24. Which of the following constitutes the main feature of R. A. 8292, otherwise known as the
Higher Modernization Act of 1997?
A. Restructuring higher education system in the Philippines
B. Providing for more appropriation to modernize higher education in the Philippines
C. Authorizing state universities & colleges to use its income form tuition fees and other
charges and generate income
D. All of the above

25. Under DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2004, which of the following is NOT true regarding the selection of
honor pupils/ students in the public schools?
A. A transferee, whether graduating or not may be a candidate for honors
B. Grades in the third year or grade five shall be included in the computation.
C. Academic ranking shall be on the general average at the secondary level shall follow the 7-3
scheme.
PART III. ENHANCING TEST TAKING SKILLS

1. Ms. Sanchez, a BSE graduate, has not passed the LET yet. On what capacity can she be hired?
A. permanent status
B. emergency status for one year
C. provisional for not less six months
D. provincial for not less than one year

2. A teacher who suffer from hypertension might experience might experience difficulty in speech.
Which would be affected if he continues teaching?
A. personality
B. effectiveness
C. punctuality
D. devotion duty

3. Mrs. Ramos wants to continue with her study leave for another six months after completing a
school year. Could she be allowed?
A. yes, if her grades are excellent
B. yes, but without compensation
C. No, other teachers should have the chance.
D. No, study leave should not exceed one year

4. Miss Tuviera is assigned in a rural area; Miss Larayon in a depressed community; Miss Tamayo
in a hazardous area; and Miss Pelaes in a place where standard of living is high. Who is entitled to a
hardship allowance?
A Teacher A C. Teacher C
B. Teacher B D. Teacher D

5. Mr. Estaquio was diagnosed to have tuberculosis that required rest for more than one year.
Which leave should he apply for?
A. sick leave C. vacation leave
B. personal leave D. indefinite leave

6. Ms. Enriquez tutors her students, who have difficulty coping with Math, after class hours. Is her
ethical?
A. Yes, provide she receives just compensation.
B. Yes, provided she does not require a fee from the parent\
C, No, that is unfair to other students
D. No, she should be free her official time.

7. A school personnel can avail if free legal service certain circumstances. Mr Eusebio was accused
of libel by his neighbor. Is he entitled to the said service?
A. Yes, he should defend herself.
B. No, if funds are not available
C. No, it might bring some disagreement in school.
D. No, the case is not related to his professional duties.
 8. Ms. Villarma, the Science coordinator, was assisted by Ms. Leopoldo throughout the celebration
of Science Week. What should Ms. Villarama do to acknowledge Ms Leopodos assistance?
A. Buy her a gift
B. Keep quiet about the assistance received
C. Mention formally to the principal the assistance received.
D. Make an announcement giving due recognition of the assistance received.

9. Is holding a rally to protest the delay of benefits due a person ethically acceptable?
A. Yes, when hold while on official time.
B. Yes, when hold outside the official time.
C. Yes, when hold with approval of the principal.
D. Yes, when hold together with parents and students.

10. What should a teacher do when he/she falls in love with his/her student?
A. Court the student at home
B. Propose and marry the student
C. Wait till the student is no longer under his/her tutelage.

11. When a Principal starts to exercise his/her powers over making and promoting students, is
his/her action acceptable?
A. Yes, when the teacher cannot make decision on time.
B. Yes, where there is abuse of judgment on the part of the teacher.
C. No, teachers are more knowledgeable or their students performance.
D. No, grading and promoting students are exclusive functions of teachers.

12. Ms. Kalaw was asked by her principal to teach pre-school class in addition to her regular grade
one class. What will be the basis for her additional compensation?
A. Her basic Salary
B. Number of years of service
C. Her regular salary + 25% of her bask pay
D. Performance rating

13. As a norm of conduct, responsiveness of public officials and employees can be demonstrated
by _____________.
A. formulating rules and policies regarding work
B. avoiding wastage in public funds
C. providing public information of their policies and procedures
D. encouraging appreciation of government services

14. Mr. Martin, a school superintendent, filed his statement of assets and liabilities upon assuming
to office. Under what ethical standard does this practice fall?
A. divestment
B Prohibited Acts and Transactions
C. Statement of Assets and Liabilities
D. System of incentives
 15. Mr. Right a Math teacher has been accused of sexual harassment by one of his students. What
should the school principal do?
A. Create a committee to investigate the accusation.
B. Ask the teacher to surrender to the police.
C. Tell the teacher to stop reporting to school
D. Advice the teacher to transfer to other school.

16. Mr. Martin receives a love letter from one of her third year high school student in English. What
should Mr. Martin do?
A. Let the student express her feelings through letters.
B. Read her letter to the class.
C Return the letter to the student and tell her not to do it again.
D. Surrender the letter to the parent of the student.

17. Mr. Nico a Social Science teacher is advocating reforms which the principal failed to recognize.
What should the principal do?
A. Just keep quiet about the behavior of Mr. Nico
B. Send Mr. Nico a memo requiring him to explain his behavior
C. Subject Mr. Nico to a disciplinary measure.
D. Call Mr. Nicos attention to his office and clarify things out with him.

18. Commitment to democracy as explained in R.A. 6713 implies which one of the following?
A. Maintaining the principle of accountability.
B. Manifesting the supremacy of civilian authority over the military.
C. Committing to democratic values and ways of life.
D. all of the above

19. Which of the following is regarded as a cause of the revocation of the certificate of registration
suspension from the practice of the teaching profession and cancellation of temporary or special
permit?
A. Violation of the Code of Ethical and Professional and Standards for Professional Teachers.
B. Gross incompetence, gross negligence or serious ignorance of the practice of teaching
profession.
C. Immoral, unprofessional or dishonorable conduct.
D. All of the above

20. which of the following is the main reason for the mandate for incoming freshmen high school
students to undergo an early registration in the public or private high schools of their choice?
A. To assess the incoming first year students academic capabilities.
B. To avoid overcrowding in public schools.
C. To increase the participation rate in basic education.
D. All of the above.

21. Mrs. Roxas was ordered by the principal to school come on four consecutive Saturdays for the
training of the students editorial staff school paper. Is this allowed under R. A. 4670?
A. Yes, provided the teachers is compensated
B. No, because its not within the regular functions of the classroom teacher.
C. Yes, because its part of the teachers other duties.
D. No, because its not clearly indicated in the law.
 22. Dr. Ramos a schools division superintendent acted on the complaint filed by a group of parents
against the alleged misconduct of a particular teacher. She issued a memorandum requiring her to take
a leave of absence for a week while the complaint is being heard yet. Was the action of the
superintendent legal?
A. Yes, because she is the superintendent.
B. No, because the complaint has not been heard yet.
C. No, the superintendent has no disciplinary authority over teachers.
D. Yes, the superintendent gas disciplinary authority over teachers.

23. A schools coordinator has been found to have engaged in gambling which has caused him to
be absent most of the time. Can his certificate of registration as a teacher be revoked?
A. No, unless hes proven guilty.
B. No. because hes protected by his rights as a teacher.
C. Yes, because habitual gambling is a dishonorable conduct and is against the practice of
teaching.
D. Yes, because hes incompetent.

24. Supposed a member of the Board for Professional Teachers was found to have been involved
in running and operating Teachers Review Center, and a corresponding administrative charge has
been filed against this member for unethical and dishonorable conduct. In the course of conducting the
investigation, who may preventively suspend him?
A. PRC Commissioner
B. President of the Philippines
C. Civil Service Commissioner
D. None of them

25. Mr. Reyes is a holder of a valid certificate of eligibility as a teacher issued by the Civil Service
Commissioner and the DECS, while Mr. Amos is a registered professional teacher with the National
Board for Teachers under the then DECS. Who of the two is allowed to practice the teaching profession
in the Philippines?
A. Mr. Reyes, because of his CSC eligibility certificate.
B. Mr. Amos, because his credentials is recognized by law
C. Both of them, because their credentials are both recognized by law.
D. Neither of the two because they did not take and pass the LET.