Manukan National High School Rules and Regulations
Manukan National High School Rules and Regulations
Manukan National High School Rules and Regulations
Department of Education
REGION IX- ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE
MANUKAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
MANUKAN, ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE
Manukan National High School shall maintain discipline inside as well as outside the school
premises when learners are engaged in activities authorized by the school. The School Head shall
have authority, accountability and responsibility for creating an environment within the school that
is conducive to teaching and learning. Teachers shall be deemed persons in authority when in the
discharge of lawful duties and responsibilities, and shall, therefore, be accorded due respect and
protection. Therefore, this school shall impose appropriate and reasonable disciplinary measures in
case of offenses or infractions of good discipline.
Duties and Responsibilities of Students (Batas Pambansa Bilang 232, Section 15; DepEd Order
No. 40, s. 2012, Section 9) – every student shall:
1. Exert his utmost to develop his potentialities for service, particularly by undergoing an
education suited to his abilities, in order that he may become an asset to his family and to
society.
2. Uphold the academic integrity of the school, endeavour to achieve academic excellence and
abide by the rules and regulations governing his academic responsibilities and moral
integrity.
3. Promote and maintain the peace and tranquillity of the school by observing the rules and
discipline, and by exerting efforts to attain harmonious relationships with fellow students,
the teaching and academic staff and other school personnel. 4
4. Participate actively in civic affairs and in the promotion of the general welfare, particularly
in the social, economic and cultural development of his community and in the attainment of
a just, compassionate and orderly society.
5. Exercise his rights responsibly in the knowledge that he is answerable for any infringement
or violation of the public welfare and of the rights of others.
6. Comply with the school’s regulations, as long as they are in harmony with their best
interests.
7. Pupils, students and learners shall refrain from:
i. Engaging in discrimination, or leading a group of pupils or students to
discriminate another, with reference to one’s physical appearance, weaknesses
and status of any sort;
a. The following guidelines in attendance and punctuality as stated in the Paragraph 1.2,
Section 1, Chapter III, Part IV of 2000 DECS Service Manual shall be observed.
i. Regularity of attendance and punctuality are required in all classes. A student who has
been absent or has cut classes is required to present a letter of explanation from his/her
parents or guardians or to bring them to school for a short conference with the section
adviser or guidance counsellor as the case may be.
ii. Attendance of students in special holidays, activities relative to their religions shall be
allowed provided permission of the school head is sought.
iii. Habitual tardiness especially during the first period in the morning and in the afternoon
shall not be allowed. Teachers concerned shall call for the parents of the student concerned or visit
him/her at home.
b. Pursuant to DepEd Order No. 45 s. 2008 and DepEd Order No. 46 s. 2008, wearing of
school uniform is not mandatory:
i. The wearing of a school uniform shall not be required in public schools. A student’s attire
should reflect respect for the school as an institution for learning. A student’s attire should not
become a cause for discrimination particularly for students belonging to a lower socio-economic
status.
Given the above principles, the suggested attire for secondary learners should be:
Polo shirt/T-shirt with sleeves – any plain color, with a minimum prints
Pants (long or short) – any color; short must be knee level
Footwear – any
Dress, skirt and blouse, blouse and pants – any color, print; skirt must be knee level
Footwear-any
Shall wear appropriately based on his/her preferred gender as it should reflect respect for the
school, and should not become a cause for discrimination
ii. Learners with existing uniforms may continue using these uniforms, if they so desire, in
order to avoid incurring additional costs for new attire.
iii. Learners are discouraged from wearing expensive (signature or designer brands) or
flashy clothes, tight-fitting pants/blouses/dresses, mini-skirts, short shorts, blouses with plunging
necklines, tattered jeans and sleepwear.
iv. Promoting physical hygiene and proper school decorum is part of the teaching- learning
process in schools, thus a student’s attire and physical appearance should manifest learnings from
this process.
A learner who violates the above guidelines is required to present a letter of explanation
from his/her parents or guardians or to bring them to school for a short conference with the section
adviser or guidance counsellor, and/ or school head as the case may be.
c. Wearing of Identification (ID) cards of all students is a MUST while inside the school
campus.
i. Suggested haircut for boys: at least 1 inch above the ear and 3 inches above the collar
line.
ii. Students haircolor must be in natural color, black or brown and or blonde if
naturalized citizen.
iii. Ear piercings of male students, and piercings in any parts of the face aside from
the ears of female students are prohibited in school premises.
Shall have haircut, haircolor, piercings appropriately based on his/her preferred gender as it
should reflect respect for the school, and should not become a cause for discrimination
A learner who is not in proper haircut and haircolor, and improper piercings is required to
present a letter of explanation from his/her parents or guardians or to bring them to school for a
short conference with the section adviser or or guidance counsellor, and/ or school head as the case
may be.
Considering the foregoing, the following are the infractions or violations of the learners that
may be subjected to interventions and penalties as warranted. The penalty shall be commensurate to
the offense committed. The following are the corresponding penalties that shall be given to a
learner:
PENALTIES AND PROHIBITED ACTS
A. The Guidance Counselor and/ or the School Head shall issue a Notice in writing to the learner
through the Parent/Guardian by personal service or any other means of service within 5 three (3)
working days from date of incident/report.
B. The Answer in writing of the learner with the assistance of the parents/guardian must be
submitted within three (3) working days from receipt on Notice.
C. A Notice of Conference with parents/guardian shall be issued within three (3) working days
from receipt of Answer. The conference shall be before the School Head if it is a first minor
offense; otherwise, before the Child Protection Committee.
ii. The conference must be recorded through a minutes of conference duly signed by all
die parties and members present.
D. The Decision in writing shall be issued within 3 working days by the School Head/
Administrator.
Reference:
Regional Order No.07, Series 2018 from May B. Eclar, Ph.D., CESO V, Regional Director, Deped
CAR dated November 13, 2018, entitled “Basic Guidelines in the Development of Learners’
Discipline Manual
Recommending Approval:
Approved: Noted: