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2015 - Guidelines on the Utilization of Support Funds for the Special Education (SPED)
Program
The Department of Education (DepEd) through the Bureau of Elementary Education (BEE) and the
Bureau of Secondary Education (BSE) issues the enclosed Guidelines on the Utilization of Support Funds
for the Special Education (SPED) Program.
DO 46, s. 2014 - Guidelines on the Implementation of the Alternative Learning System for Persons
With Disability (ALS for PWD) Program
To further attain the goals of the Department of Education (DepEd) in relation to Education for All (EFA)
and Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), and in the effort to reach all types of learners, this
Department through the Bureau of Alternative Learning System (BALS) revitalizes the ALS for Persons
with Disability (ALS for PWD) Program which is also formerly known as ALS for Differently-Abled Persons
(ALS-DAP).
DO 98, s. 2011 - Revised Guidelines on the Utilization of the Financial Support Fund to the Secondary
Schools Special Education (SPED) Program
For School Year (SY) 2012-2013, the one hundred fifty three (153) secondary schools implementing the
Special Education (SPED) Program (focused on disabilities) which submitted the enrolment data shall be
granted Five Hundred Thousand Pesos (PhP500,000.00) subsidy for the effective delivery of service to
the students with exceptionalities.
DO 85, s. 2011 - Amendment to DepEd Order No. 69, s. 2011 (Guidelines on Sustaining Special
Education at the Elementary Level)
DepEd Order No. 69, s. 2011 entitled Guidelines on Sustaining Special Education at the Elementary Level
is amended by excluding Paragraph 4 as part of these guidelines.
In order to move the disability agenda forward, the Department of Education (DepEd) in collaboration
with the disability sector and stakeholder representatives, has organized the Advisory Council for the
Education of Children and Youth with Disabilities (ACECYD).
Monitoring results of SPED-trained teachers and administrators signal the need to maximize the training
programs they have availed of. Enclosed are the guidelines set to maximize training gains of these
teachers and administrators.
Pursuant to DECS Order No. 26, s. 1997 entitled Institutionalization of SPED Programs in All Schools,
there should be at least one SPED Center organized in every school division.
In support to the implementation of the Republic Act 7277 (Magna Carta for Disabled Persons) and to
achieve the target set for the Asian and Pacific Decade of Disabled Persons (1993-2002) that 75% of the
4 million children with disabilities should be provided equal educational opportunities, special needs
education shall be institutionalized in all schools.
DO 1, s. 1997 - Organization of a Regional SPED Unit and Designation of Regional Supervisor In-Charge
of Special Education
In recognition of the global commitment of providing access to education, Article XIV of the 1987
Philippine Constitution and R.A. 7277 otherwise known as the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons
mandate the State to provide relevant education to the needs of people and the society. In view of this,
the education of the estimated 4 million Filipino children with special educational needs should be
addressed.
There is an urgent need to promote special education through more flexible modalities of cooperation
among the regional division offices, along with other government and nongovernment agencies. Hence,
the organization of a Regional Special Education Council (RSEC) is desired in the absence of the
education supervisor item for SPED in the field.
Compliance with these policies and guidelines by all concerned is deemed necessary towards providing
equitable access to educational opportunities and achieving quality education. Likewise, reinforcement
of efforts of both government and non-government sectors in the implementation of these is hereby
enjoined.
http://www.deped.gov.ph/orders?search_api_views_fulltext=&page=1&f[0]=field_classification%3A735
DO 38, s. 2015 - Guidelines on the Utilization of Support Funds for the Special Education (SPED)
Program
The Department of Education (DepEd) through the Bureau of Elementary Education (BEE) and the
Bureau of Secondary Education (BSE) issues the enclosed Guidelines on the Utilization of Support Funds
for the Special Education (SPED) Program.
DO 27, s. 2012 - Changes in and Additional Provision to DepEd Order No. 98, S. 2011 (Revised
Guidelines on the Utilization of the Financial Support Fund to the Secondary Schools Special Education
(SPED) Program)
The Revised Guidelines on the Utilization of the Financial Support Fund to the Secondary Schools Special
Education (SPED) Program was issued through DepEd Order No. 98, s. 2011. However, the format for the
utilization of funds in Items a, b, c, d, e, f and g are hereby added and/or corrected based on the format
of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM).
DO 24, s. 2012 - Guidelines on the Utilization of the Support Funds for the Recognized Elementary
Special Education (SPED) Centers
With its commitment to give quality educational services to children with special needs, the Department
of Education (DepEd), through the Special Education (SPED) Division of the Bureau of Elementary
Education (BEE) has facilitated the granting of financial subsidy for the School Year (SY) 2012-2013 to
support the implementation for the 345 recognized Elementary SPED Centers with an aggregate amount
of One Hundred Eighty Million and Five Hundred Thousand Pesos (PhP180,500,000.00).
DO 21, s. 2012 - Policies and Guidelines on the Implementation of the Universal Kindergarten
Education Program
The Department of Education (DepEd) shall continue with its commitment to the Millennium
Development Goals (MDGs) particularly MDG No. 2, which is to attain universal primary education by
2015, and Education for All (EFA) objectives, particularly Critical Task No. 2, to expand the coverage of
the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Program to yield more EFA benefits giving priority to
those who are in vulnerable, disadvantaged and underserved areas.
DO 2, s. 2012 - Guidelines on the Supply, Allocation, Delivery, and Distribution of Centrally Procured
Instructional Materials (IMS) for the Special Education (SPED) Program at the Basic Education Level
The Department of Education (DepEd) through the Instructional Materials Council Secretariat, in
collaboration with the Bureau of Elementary Education, Bureau of Secondary Education, and the Bureau
of Alternative Learning System, shall provide instructional materials to Special Education centers for
children with special needs.
DO 52, s. 2010 - Implementation of the Science and Mathematics Equipment Project, FY 2010 in
Support of the 2010 Secondary Education Curriculum
In support of the 2010 Secondary Education Curriculum and the strengthening of Science and
Technology Education in basic education, DepED through the National Science Teaching Instrumentation
Center (NSTIC) shall continue distributing packages of science and mathematics equipment to the public
schools to enhance the academic performance of students in Science and Mathematics.
DO 50, s. 2010 - Strengthening Special Education Program at the Basic Education Level
The Special Education Program (SPED) is necessary to provide equitable access to basic education by
learners with exceptionalities. To strengthen the SPED at the secondary level, the Department of
Education through the Bureau of Secondary Education (BSE) shall provide financial support to regular
high schools offering SPED program across the country.
DO 49, s. 2010 - Guidelines for the Supply, Allocation, Delivery, and Distribution of Centrally Procured
Instructional Materials for the Special Education Program at the Basic Education Level
The Instructional Materials Council Secretariat (IMCS), in collaboration with the Bureau of Elementary
Education (BEE), Bureau of Secondary Education (BSE), and the Bureau of Alternative Learning System
(BALS), shall provide instructional materials to SPED Centers for children with special needs.
In order to strengthen the operation of existing Special Education (SPED) Centers in the Philippines, the
Department of Education (DepED) shall download Eighty Four Million Pesos (PhP84M) to the two
hundred seven (207) SPED Centers nationwide. The 207 SPED Centers shall be provided an amount
proportionate to the enrollment and exceptionalities being served.
DO 30, s. 2001 - Further Clarifying Certain Provisions of DECS, DBM and DILG Joir Circulars Nos. 1, s.
1998 and 01-A, s. 2000 dated April 14, 1988 and March 14, s. 2000, Respectively
Enclosed is a copy of DECS-DBM-DILG Joint Circular No. 01-B dated June 25, 2001, further clarifying Sec.
2.0 of DECS-DBM-DILG Joint Circular No. 01-A dated March 14, 2000, to include among priority items
chargeable to SEF, the payment of salaries and authorized allowances of teachers hired to handle new
classes as extensions of existing public elementary or secondary schools established pursuant to Section
2.1 of the said Joint Circular.
http://www.deped.gov.ph/orders?f%5B0%5D=field_classification%3A212
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Special Education
An Educational Program/Service designed to meet the needs of children with special needs who cannot
profit from general or Regular Education because of disabilities or Exceptional Disabilities.
Is derived from the premise that in a democracy, every individual is valuable in his own right and should
be afforded equal opportunities to develop his full potential. Equal Educational opportunities do not
mean the same educational experiences but rather Different experiences based on the child`s unique
needs. The right to education cannot be denied a person if only because of his disabilities.
Goals and Objectives
The ultimate goal of special education shall be the integration or mainstreaming of learners with special
needs into the regular school system and eventually in the community.
Special education shall aim to develop the maximum potential of the child with special needs to enable
him to become self-reliant and shall be geared towards providing him with the opportunities for a full
and happy life.
The specific objectives of special education shall be the development and maximization of learning
competencies, as well as the inculcation of values to make the learners with special needs a useful and
effective member of society.
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