May 12.

2014
RESPECTFULLY TRANSMITTED;

1 .EBEIS END OF SCHOOL YEAR MARCH 2014 REPORT- 2 COPIES

SUBMITTED BY;

CRESENCIANA C. BATALLA
Teacher In charge
 STATEMENT
This handbook is an extension of board policy and is a reflection of the goals and
objectives of the school. The board, administration and employees expect students to conduct
themselves in a manner fitting to their age level and maturity and with respect and
consideration for the rights of others. Students are expected to treat teachers, employees,
students, visitors and guests with respect and courtesy.

This handbook and school policies, rules and regulations are in effect while students are
on school grounds, school property or on property within the jurisdiction of the school; while
on school-owned and/or school-operated buses or vehicles or chartered buses; while attending
or engaged in school activities. School policies, rules and regulations are in effect 12 months a
year. A violation of a school policy, rules, regulation or student handbook may result in
disciplinary action and may affect a student's eligibility to participate in extracurricular activities
whether the violation occurred while school was in session or while school was not in session.
Students are expected to comply with and abide by the school policies, rules, regulations and
student handbook. Students who fail to abide by the school district’s, rules, regulations and
student handbook may be disciplined for conduct which disrupts or interferes with the
education program; conduct which disrupts the orderly and efficient operation of the school
district or school activity; conduct which disrupts the rights of other students to obtain their
education or to participate in school activities; or conduct which interrupts the maintenance of
a disciplined atmosphere. Disciplinary measures include, but are not limited to, removal from
the classroom, detention, suspension. Discipline can also include prohibition from participating
in a curricular activities, including athletics. The discipline imposed is based upon the facts and
circumstances surrounding the incident and the student's record. The school reserves and
retains the right to modify, eliminate or establish school policies, rules, regulations and student
handbook provisions as circumstances warrant, including those contained in the handbook.
Students are expected to know the contents of the handbook and comply with it. Students or
parents with questions or concerns may contact the High School Office for information about
the current enforcement of the policies, rules, regulations or student handbook of the school

DEFINITIONS
In this handbook, the word
Parent-also means "guardian" unless otherwise stated.
Administrator's title, such as superintendent or principal, also means that individual's designee
unless otherwise stated.
School grounds- includes the school facilities, property within the jurisdiction of the school .
or school premises, school-owned or school operated buses or vehicles and chartered bus
school Facilities- includes school district
Buildings and vehicles.
School Activities-means all school activities in which students are involved whether they are
school-sponsored or school- approved, whether they are an event or an activity held on or off
school grounds.

WELCOME
The School wishes to welcome each of you to a successful new school year. This
handbook is to serve as a useful guide to answer many of your questions.
You will be responsible for this information, so it is important to read the entire handbook
carefully.

FACULTY & PERSONNEL

SCHOOL FEES

The school charges fees for certain items, such as textbook rental.
Computer fee- P 2.00/ coupon bond if done not during class hour.
Chemicals- Students will be expected to purchase their own at minimal cost
Replacement of lost card - Php 1.00

STUDENT HEALTH, WELLBEING AND SAFETY

School Clinic Incharge

Mrs. Aleni B. Saclausa , her office hours is only during vacant time and incase of
emergency. Her duties include : administering medicines, health screenings, assessing student
condition, assisting with health classes, and any other general health issues that arise.

STUDENT ILLNESS OR INJURY AT SCHOOL

A student who becomes ill or is injured at school must notify his or her teacher or
another employee as soon as possible. The school employee will send the student to the nurse
and it will be the Clinic In charge job to determine the appropriate course of action. In the case
of a serious illness or injury, the school shall attempt to notify the parents according to the
information on the Emergency Form. If the student is too ill to remain in school, the student will
be released to the student's parents or, with parental permission, to another person directed by
the parents.The school will contact emergency medical personnel, if necessary, and attempt to
notify the parents where the student has been transported for treatment.

EMERGENCY FORMS

At the beginning of each school year, parents must file an emergency form indicated in
the school ID with the office providing the emergency telephone numbers of the parents as
well as alternate persons to contact in the event the school is unable to locate the parents. The
emergency form also includes a statement that gives the school district permission to release
the student to the alternate person in the event the parents cannot be reached.

ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION

Students may need to take prescription or nonprescription medication (this includes

aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen) during school hours.
 Students may carry medication only with the permission of the parents and nurse (only
insulin or bee .

COMMUNICABLE AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Students who have an infectious or communicable disease are allowed to attend school
as long as they are able to do so and their presence does not pose an unreasonable risk of harm
to themselves or does not create a substantial risk of illness or transmission to other students or
employees. If there is a question about whether a student should continue to attend classes,
the student shall not attend class or participate in school activities without their personal
physician's Infectious or communicable diseases include, but are not limited to, mumps,
measles and chicken pox.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS

Parents are encouraged to have their children receive periodic physical examinations.
Students participating in athletics are required to provide a school district physical examination
form signed by the student's doctor stating the student is physically fit to perform in athletics
prior to the start of the sport. Failure to provide proof of a physical examination makes the
student is ineligible.

IMMUNIZATIONS

Prior to starting school or when transferring into the school d, students must present an
approved Iowa Department of Public Health immunization certificate signed by a health care
provider stating that the student has received the immunizations required by law. Students
without the proper certificate are not allowed to attend school until they receive the
immunizations or the student makes arrangements with the principal. Only for specific medical
or religious purposes are students exempted from the immunization requirements. Students
may also be required to pass a TB test prior to attending school. Parents who have questions
should contact the office.

HEALTH SCREENING

Throughout the year, the school district sponsors health screening for vision, hearing,
scoliosis and height and weight measurements. Students are automatically screened unless the
parent submits a note asking the student be excused from the screening. The grade levels
included in the screening are determined annually. Parents are notified prior to the health
screening. However, upon a teacher's recommendation and with parental permission, students
not scheduled for screening may also be screened.

SEXUAL ABUSE AND HARASSMENT OF STUDENTS BY EMPLOYEES

The school district does not tolerate employees physically or sexually abusing or
harassing students. Students who are physically or sexually abused or harassed by an employee
should notify their parents, teacher, principal or another employee. The Iowa Department of
Education has established a two-step procedure for investigating allegations of physical or
sexual abuse of students by employees. That procedure requires the school to designate an
independent investigator to look into the allegations. Sexual abuse includes, but is not limited
to:

 sexual acts involving a student

 intentional sexual behavior
 sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is defined as behavior such as but not limited to:
 unwelcome sexual advances
 requests for sexual favors
 other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when submission to such conduct is made
either implicitly or explicitly a term or condition of the student's education benefits
 when submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as the basis for academic decisions
affecting that student If the conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with a
student's academic performance by creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational
environment.

STUDENT INSURANCE

Student Girl Scout /Boy Scout must have health and accident insurance in order to
participate in the activity.

EMERGENCY DRILLS

Periodically the school holds emergency fire and earthquake drill. drills. At the beginning
of each semester, teachers notify students of the procedures to follow in the event of a drill.
Emergency procedures and proper exit areas are posted in all rooms. Students are expected to
remain quiet and orderly during a drill or an emergency. Students who pull the fire alarm or call
in false alarms, in addition to being disciplined under the school district's policies, rules and
regulations, may be reported to law enforcement officials.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE TEAM

The Student Assistance Team is intended to be a first resource for parents or students
who feel they need extra help with their education. The team will consist of the student’s
parents, principal, guidance counselor, at risk coordinator, the student and the teachers of the
student being discussed. At the meeting the student and his/her academic progress will be
discussed and a plan will be developed to help the student be successful.

HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTH

Students living in faraway places are provided with DORP Houses. Guidance see to it
that that stay in boarding houses which are affordable and safe.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Class and School-Sponsored Organizations Functions

These expectations must be followed for all class or organization functions:
 All meetings and functions must be placed on the meeting calendar in the high school office.
 At least one class or activity sponsor must be present at all class or activity functions and
meetings, whether held in the school building, out of town, or in the home of one of the
members of the class.
 If none of the sponsors are present, the meeting and anything decided in it will not be
considered official and the name of the school cannot be attached.

SCHOOL-SPONSORED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

School-sponsored student organizations are those that are recognized by the school
School-sponsored student organizations include: SSG, Subject Clubs and IP’s.
Participation in school-sponsored student organizations are a privilege. Individual
sponsors or coaches may impose rules in addition to those contained in this handbook. The
privilege of participation may be suspended or canceled for violating an individual coach or
sponsor's rules as well as for violation of school district policies, rules or regulations.

FREE UNIFORM DAY - Wednesday is the free uniform day to allow students to wash and clean
their uniform.

FAMILY DAY -is every July 27,the Foundation Day and Christmas day is celebrated giving gifts
to or students.

USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES BY STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

School facilities are available during nonschool hours to school-sponsored and non-
school sponsored student organizations for the purpose of meetings or activities. Students
wishing to use the school district facilities should contact their sponsor or the principal to
reserve a room. School district policies, rules and regulations are in effect during these
meetings.

POSTING OF INFORMATION
Students who wish to post or distribute information must receive permission from the
principal in advance. This applies whether the information deals with school-sponsored or
nonschool-sponsored activities.

DANCES
The principal must approve school-sponsored dances at least two weeks prior to the
dance. Students who leave a dance are not allowed to reenter the dance. School district
Policies, Rules and Regulations apply to students as well as non students at school dances.
Students and nonstudents
Violating school district policies, rules or regulations are asked to leave the dance and school
grounds. Guests are only allowed if they are under the age of 21 and signed up in advance.
Guests are the responsibility of the student who brings them.

CLASS SPONSORS
CLASS DUTIES SPONSORS
SENIORS -Assist with Graduation preparation/Homecoming activities
JUNIORS -Prom decorations and supervision/ Homecoming activities
SOPHOMORES- Decorations for Homecoming
FRESHMEN Decorations for Homecoming dance /activities

ADVISOR/ADVISEE
Advisor/Advisee is a fifteen minute period end of the day. every day, except Friday that
is led by advisers as activity day or meeting. Academic advisement and planning, aide in
transition in school settings, to promote literacy across disciplines, and to develop citizenship.

STUDENT FUNDS AND FUND RAISING

Students may raise funds for school activities upon approval of the principal at least two
weeks prior to the fund raising event or the start of a fund raising campaign. Funds raised
remain in the control of the school and the board. School-sponsored student organizations
must have the approval of the principal prior to spending the money raised. Classes that wish to
donate a gift to the school should discuss potential gifts with the principal prior to selecting a
gift. Each group will be allowed to hold one door to-door fundraising event per year.
 MISSION
Palkan National High School-UKNHS Annex aims to provide students with quality basic
education and actual learning experiences in a variety of school settings that will develop a well-
rounded individual through the collaborative effort of competent, innovative and committed
faculty and staff and supportive stakeholders of education.

VISION
Palkan National High School-UKNHS Annex envisions an institution with a conducive
learning environment that inculcates love of country, God and fellowmen producing competitive
graduates with positive values in the society, through the collaborative effort of competent and
innovative faculty and staff and supportive stakeholders of the institution.

CORE VALUES
Palkan National High School -UKNHS Annex believes and stands by three core values

DYNAMIC - The school is expected to be active and ready to adopt innovations

EQUALITY - The school is expected to facilitate the learning process in diverse learners by first
recognizing and respecting individual differences.

ACCOUNTABILITY - The school is expected to be answerable in the decisions it would make for
the interest and of the stakeholders especially the students
and parents

I. ADMISSION POLICIES

A. REQUIREMENTS
A.1 Freshmen
- must undergo the Summer Reading Program
- (Form 138) Report Card signed by the principal
- Certificate of Good Moral Character
- Photocopy of Birth Certificate
- Present latest Copy of Community Tax Certificate of
Parent/Guardian (Cedula)
A.2 OLD STUDENTS
- Report Card
- Summer Grade for those who took summer classes
- Clearance
- Present latest Copy of Community Tax Certificate of
Parent/Guardian (Cedula)

A.3 TRANSFEREES
- Report Card
- Certificate of Good Moral Character
- Photocopy of Birth Certificate
- Present latest Copy of Community Tax Certificate of
Parent/Guardian (Cedula)

II. ENROLMENT PROCEDURE

 Have rendered one (1) day service (Brigada Eskwela)
 Present Report Card
 Fill out the Registration Form and have it signed by the Registrar
 Completely signed CLEARANCE
 III. GUIDELINES ON STUDENTS’ CONDUCT

It is the student’s obligation to know the school rules and regulations and
observe them. The regulations of the school are intended to secure the good order
necessary for the successful pursuit of studies, as well as for the development of
moral character and polite manners of every student in Palkan National High School.
STEPS:
1. Inform the accused of the grievance in oral and writing.
2. Settle the problem between the parties concerned in the presence of the class
advisers.
3. If no settlement has been arrived at, the class adviser should bring the matter
to the attention of the Prefect of Discipline/Guidance Coordinator.
4. If the matter cannot be resolved at a lower level, the Principal/Head of School
is the final arbiter.

A.1 MAJOR OFFENSES

l. Carrying Deadly Weapons to threat fellow schoolmates and personnel

2. Carrying of pornographic materials or deliberate on –lining of pornographic
displays on computers/cellphones
3. Vandalism or destruction of any school property
4. Possessing or distributing and taking prohibited drugs
5. Smoking and drinking of alcoholic beverage
6. Inflicting major physical injuries to others
7. Disrespect to personnel and other school authorities
8. Cheating
9. Tampering/forging school records or transfer form or using such transfer
credentials
10. Habitual accumulation of minor offenses

A.2 MINOR OFFENSES

l. Truancy-habitual tardiness, cutting classes and absences (without valid reasons and
excuse
letters signed by parents/guardians
2. Improper wearing of school uniforms*(habitual)
3. Shouting or hauling during activities or classes
4. Wearing of earrings by boys/piercing any part/s of the body
5. Improper throwing of garbage
 6. Minor physical injuries
7. Jumping over the fence
8. Violations of the rules set forth by the different student services
9. Improper haircut or hair color
10. Borrowing/lending/tampering/Not wearing of ID card
11. Cutting classes

IV. SANCTIONS

a. Suspension
 A punishment which forbids attendance in regular classes, but demands the
student’s
presence in school. The length of suspension varies according to the offense
as determined by the Prefect of Discipline/Principal before the student can
return to his/her classes.
 He/ She is responsible for all lessons missed during the time of exclusion from
classes
NOTE: The Schedule of suspension will not coincide with the major examination.

b. Withdrawal
 Means that the students will no longer study at Palkan National High School
from then on. He/She may enroll in another school.

c. Expulsion
 Extreme of administration sanction which debars the students from all public
and private schools in the Philippines. It is the most severe penalty available
to schools, and may not be imposed without the approval of DepEd Secretary
(Grounds for expulsion set by DepEd are enumerated under major offenses).
 I
Over looking Matutum towering the sky

Viewing the sea and bountiful land

There’s a house of molding and hope of our land

Our dear Alma Matter Palkan NHS stand.

II

In the corner of its room we have built our dreams

And on its ground our hope been fulfilled

Entering its gate another milestone gained

Prepare us the battle for life, hope, and fear.

III

Departing from its portal we will leave a song

A pledge of allegiance for vow and support

May God bless us and thank you for the Help

For our precious gift the education gained

(Repeat 1 stanza)