FOREWORD

This School Handbook is intended to be your guide during your stay

here in Telesforo S. Singson National High School. The rules and
regulation contained here are the norms of conduct and good order
in the school, conditions which are necessary to the promotion of
TELESFORO S. SINGSON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
learning.
Megkawayan, Calinan Davao City
You are hereby encouraged to observe these rules and regulations
and be guided accordingly. Students are required to have adequate
knowledge of all the guidelines contained herein.

Telesforo S. Singson National High School, will serve its best to

STUDENT- PARENT HANDBOOK facilitate your genuine formation as a person and citizen of the
Philippines. This task could not be realized without your active
cooperation and that of your parents.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword-----------------------------------------------------------------P. 1
I- Historical Background-----------------------------------------------P.
II- TELESFORO S. SINGSON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Mission statement & Goals-----------------------------------------P.3
 Mission
 Vision
 Goals
III- ORGANIZTAIONAL SET-UP
 School Head------------------------------------------------P.4
 Acting Administrator Officer---------------------------P.4
 Guidance Councilor---------------------------------------P.5
 Perfect Discipline-----------------------------------------P.5
 Librarian----------------------------------------------------P.6
 Homeroom Adviser---------------------------------------P.6
 Subject Teacher-------------------------------------------P.7
 Supply Officer And Property Custodian--------------P.7
 Athletic In-charge-----------------------------------------P.8
 Canteen In-charge----------------------------------------P.8
 Club Moderator-------------------------------------------P.8
IV- SCHOOL POLICIES GOVERNING STUDENTS
V- TEACHER’S OBLIGATION
Vi- DUTIES OF PARENTS
Historical Background
Telesforo S. Singson National High School is one of the farthest high schools of
Davaoa City Division. It is located in Barangay Megkawayan which is seventeen (17)
kilometers northwest of Calinan, Five (5) kilometers of Malabog, and forty-seven
(47)kilometers from the city proper. It was founded on June 22,1992 through the
effort of the community and the pressure from the city Mayor’s office to the
Division Office to open the school. The School occupied the donated let of the late
Telesforo S. Singson where its name came from because of his desire of providing
education to the people of Barangay Megkawayan. At present, the school can be
reached through “habal-habal” as a means of transportation.
The first year of its operation catered ninety (90) first year students with two
teachers: Wrlite I. Rosal, who is new secondary school principal, and Gloria
Albacite. The enrollment increased in 1993, thus, the Schools Division
Superintendent assigned two additional teachers, namely: Julia Leopoldo who is
serving the school up to the present and Jessie Javier: It was in 1994 that the school
was a complete high school.
Telesforo S. Singson National High School acquired its name through legislation on
May 25,1995 under RA 8015. The SEEF building was constructed In the same B.
Lopez was constructed 1996
The school has a functional Parents-Teachers Association who supported all school
programs and projects. Barangay Council also contributed their resources to help
the school. They donated two units of computers for the students use.
The distance from the city is not a hindrance for student’s development. The
students were able to participate in the completions initiated by the Division Office
and Local Officials
At present, Telesforo S. Singson National High School has only nine(9) teachers. We
are hoping that there will be additional teachers to be assigned in this school
because teachers are overloaded with three to four reaching preparations.
 FOREWORD
We welcome you to TELESFORO S. SINGSON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL. Your
enrollment can be both challenging and fulfilling, that requires your most diligence
as a student with commitments in the secondary school, a requirement to a higher
education.
This school rules and regulations, will serve as your guidelines in order to help you
make your dream comes true, that is in accordance with the policies, as being
mandated by the implementing agency, the DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (DEPED)
down to its auxiliaries.
However, there are some of the directives that had been modified accepted to fit
the convenience of students, parents and teachers as focused to the real situations
and locally-based level, to put into the effectiveness of limitations regarding the
duties and responsibilities of the parties above-mentioned, and even to the higher
officials of the agency, in achieving high ethical standards for quality education.
The publication of this School Rules and Regulation, has been made possible by the
Administration of Telesforo S. Singson National High School, in coordination with its
functional (Guidance, Perfect of Discipline and School Head) offices, that had took
effect last school year 2006-2007
Together, let us go straight for the best!.
JUDIVEN T, ABADIA
School Head
April 13, 2007
VISION
TELESFORO S. SINGSON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL is an institution that will produce quality
and productive graduates that respond that needs of community with competent and
committed teachers conforming effective curriculum with adequate and functional facilities in
a friendly learning environment.
MISSION
Our mission is to educate the students and serve the parents in the community with
committed and competent teachers through effective curriculum with adequate and
functional facilities in a friendly relationship
GOALS
Curriculum:
To implement strategies consistent with BEC competencies will improve
performance level of students.
Learning Environment:
To develop/modify school rules and regulations with the stakeholders that helps
improve student’s behavior and stimulate harmonious relationship .
Resource Management:
To maintain and keep physical resources intact and properly utilized.
STAFF Management and Development:
To ensure teacher effectiveness through a supportive performance management.
Resource Management:
To maintain and keep physical resources intact and properly utilized.
Community link:
To ensure an environment among staff, students, parents, and other stake holders
that enhances teamwork and maintain harmonious relationship.
 BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE IN THE CLASSROOM AND CAMPUS 15. Students are bound to conduct themselves with dignity and department
within and outside the campus especially when they use the name of the
school or when wear their I.D.
16. Students are not allowed to organize or join any organization not
1. In the morning the bell rings at 7:15 students should proceed to their
recognized by the school.
lines immediately
17. Money and other valuable should not be left in the classroom, library or
2. Students should stand at attention every time the National Anthem is
elsewhere. The school is nor responsible for lost articles. “Lost and
sung.
Found” articles should be submitted to the office of the school Head for
3. Students must prompt.
proper disposition.
4. A students is considered late in the morning when he/she arrives 7:35
18. The faculty room is solely for the use of the teachers. Students who
a.m. if he/she is not in the classroom after the bell has rung. Students
would like to talk to the teachers may request for him/her and would
should present tardy slip to the subject teacher before entering the room
wait outside the faculty room.
5. All students are expected to show respect in their dealing with their co-
19. Parents/guardians and visitors who want to see any student should in.
students, administrators. Teachers, office personnel, maintenance
and approach any vacant teacher for assistance.
member and watchman.
20. All students are advised to cooperative in keeping the school
6. Daily attendance is checked by the subject teacher. Any student who is
academically and gradually cooperative
absent from class should present an excuse letter written by his/her
parent/guardians stating the reasons for his/her absences in the day
he/she comes to school. This letter is noted by the homeroom adviser.
7. Students should secure permission from the prefect of Discipline/
Teacher concerned during class hours if they want to leave the campus.
8. Students should take good care of any part of the school building or any
school properties and facilities.
9. Students should be present when attendance is required at meetings
school activities and other activities initiated by the school
10. Students are not allowed to erase or deface what is written or posted on
the bulletin boards.
11. Students are not allowed to play basketball during class hours unless
sanctioned by the school.
12. Class mayor should inform/notify the Homeroom Adviser, School Head in
case the subject teacher is not in the class after 15 minutes of the
scheduled time supervised by the subject teacher.
13. Students are expected/ encouraged to speak/use English and Filipino that
is morally above reproach.
14. Hair cut inspection will be conducted every grading period. Prescribed
haircut should be “2x3”. Obvious coloring of the hair of students is
prohibited.
 SCHOOL AND REGULATIONS 4-5 times a week - (recommendation for transfer)

To all Students of TELESFORO S. SINGSON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 8. Proper Haircut - 2x3 standard measure

I- To insure the maintenance of the school discipline throughout the b. Students are required to ware the prescribed uniform with I.D. card properly
school year and for safety and security measures, the following pinned on the designated school days (None-observance, reprimand/guidance)
Rules and Regulations are hereby imposed upon all students:
C. Students are prohibited from doing the following acts during school days or
a. Students are required to be clean; hours
1. Orderly( not quarrelsome ,troublesome)
1. Cutting classes( For personal matters, convenience, without asking
2. Proper Grooming(no wearing of turned pants, shorts and
permission from the teacher or Class Adviser)
wearing of earrings for boys)
2. Loitering or staying in the nearby canteen during class periods.
3. Prompt(in attending classes)
3. Not attending Flag Ceremonies.
4. Obedient
4. Loitering nearby classrooms without valid reasons.
5. Respectful(always asks permission in going out during class
5. Playing ball games during class periods without supervision of a teacher.
sessions from the teacher/adviser)
6. Skipping classes(On and Off attendance during school hours)
7. Drinking liquors( Caught in the Act)
6.Regular in attendance; 8. Drugs using and punishing(Caught in the Actor through Buy-Bust
Operation
(Frequent absences without valid reasons) 9. Smoking inside school campus or within the 30meter radius from school
campus(Caught in the Act)
2 consecutive days - (Reprimand) 10. Gambling
11. Extorting classmates and co-students/ Assaulting Students
Requirement (Excuse letter)
12. Vandalizing(classrooms, chairs, tables, books, building walls, comfort
rooms and personal wearing-shirts, and pants)
3 consecutive days - (suspension for 3 days)
13. Carrying deadly weapons(knife, guns, ice pick and etc.) without valid
w/o Excuse Letter reasons.
14. Speaking of indecent language and possessing pornographic pictures and
4-5 Consecutive days w/o - (Recommendation for Transfer) literature.
15. Bringing friends and outsiders inside the offices, school campuses and
Excuse Letter classrooms without permission from the teachers and without valid
reasons.
7.(Frequent tardiness) -Habitual

2.times a week -(Reprimand)

3 times a week -(Suspension for 3 days)

 DUTIES OF PARENTS in the ”spirit” that “Parents” are the best teachers of their own children,
the vital agents for change of the changing society.
P.D. 603 Art. 46

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF SRUDENTS

General
in addition to the school Rules and regulation every student shal:
Parents shall have the following general duties toward their children:
1. Exercise his rights/duties and responsibilities , with the knowledge that he is
1. To give him affection, companionship and understanding. answerable for any infringement or violation of the public welfare, provided,
2. To extend to him the benefits of moral guidance, self-discipline and that it will not endanger the rights of others.
religious instruction 2. Promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the school by observing
3. To supervise his activities, including reactions: rules and regulation of discipline and by exerting efforts that are non-violent,
4. To inculcate in him the value of industry, thrift and self-reliance. to attained harmonious relationship with co-students, Classmates, friends
5. To stimulate his interest in civic affairs, teach him the duties of citizenship teachers and other school personnel, as a manifestation for having good
and develop his commitment to his country manners and right conduct.
6. To advise him properly on any matter affecting his development and well- 3. Exert his outmost to develop his potentials for service particularly by become
being. an asset to his family and society.
7. To always set a good example; in the community where they belong. 4. Uphold academic integrity of the school, endeavor to achieve academic
(Must also follow the School Rules and Regulations). excellence and abide rules and regulations, governing his academic duties and
8. To provide him with adequate support, food, shelter, clothing, medical responsibilities to recognize his moral integrity
attendance and education.
9. Parents shall provide Reading Habit, to be cultivated in the home. SPECIAL RIGHTS OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR
10. Parents shall take special care to prevent the child from becoming
addicted to intoxicating drinks. Narcotic drugs, smoking, gambling and School Administrators, shall in accordance with the existing laws. Rules.
other vices or harmful practices. Regulations and policies of the Department of Education, be accorded sufficient
administrative discretion necessary for the efficient and effective performance of
Specific: this functions.

1. Parents, individually or collectively through the school system, shall carry School Administrative, shall be deemed “Persons in Authority” while in
our with the educational objectives in accordance with the government the discharge of lawful duties and responsibilities, and shall therefore, be accorded
thrusts in order to achieve quality education for their children. due respect and recognition as being the center of a Vulnerable Criticisms.
2. Parents shall be obliged to enable their children to obtain of at least
elementary education, a pre-requisite to secondary higher education, a s a
good manifestation of individual’s achievement in development growth.
3. Parents are obliged to cooperate with the school, in the implementation of
policies, rules and regulations to both academics non-academic programs
 TEACHER’S OBLIGATION Aral. Panlipunan SSG Election

Every Teacher shall: T.L.E Nutrition Month

1. Perform his duties to the school by discharging his duties and responsibilities Mapeh/CAT Intramurals Meet
in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the school
2. BE ACCOUNTABLE for the efficient and effective attainment of specified Civil Meet
learning objectives in pursuance of national development goals within the
Unit Meet
learning objectives in pursuance of national development goals within the
limits of available school resources.
DCAA
3. Participate as agent of change, in economic, social, moral, intellectual, cultural
aspects of an individual. DVRAA
4. Assumes that duty and responsibility of the parents, while their students are
in the school in response to the principle of “LOCO PARENTIS.” PALARONG PAMBANSA
5. Obliged the parents to make a follow-up of their children, while in school as
one of the primary duties and responsibilities of the former. Pagpahalaga COMMUNITY SERVICE
6. Render reports on the students performance regularly on or before the due
Outreach Program
dates.
7. Obliged themselves to compute student’s grade for accurate grading system Edukasyong
as prescribed by law.
8. Update to scholastic performance of the student without deductions due to Pagpapahalaga RECOLLECTION/ PEER GUIDANCE&
manifestations of per teacher-student relationships. COUNCELING

LIST OF ACADEMIC RELATED EXTRA-ACTIVITIES

(School & Interschool-based activities)

SUBJECT ACTIVITIES

English Speech fest

Science& Math Math & Science Fair

Filipino Linggo ng Wika/ Speech fest

Makabayan
 III-ORGANIZATIONAL SET-UP
I- School Head
The school head is the administrative officer responsible for the instructional
program and related activities. He/she provides a conducive atmosphere for the
general discipline of the school.
2. Acting administrative officer
Assist the school Head in the administration and supervision of the school,
plan, manage, supervise activities and programs.
3 Guidance Councilor
The guidance councilor takes charge of the guidance program of the school
includes:
a) Student Government- this high school students organization provides a
venue for the exercise of students political rights, duties & responsibilities.
Students are trained to take active part in community involvement
b) Recognize School Clubs- Dance Troupe, Subject Clubs, etc.
 Guidance
a) Counseling- Students are assisted in leaving to solve their problems.
b) Testing- Test of varied types are given to help assess individual/group needs
towards growth & development
c) Private Interview- thru w/c the counselor becomes acquainted with the
student w/behavioral problem & assets in working personal & social
adjustment.
 He/she works closely with the teacher in understanding students. He/she
also arranges case conference with the parent on matters concerning
problems of their children. He/she keeps the records of the students.
4 Perfect of Discipline
 The prefect of discipline takes charge of the discipline in the school. He/she
puts into effect the implementation of rules and regulation
5 Librarian
 The librarian assists the readers in selecting books and guides them in the
use of library materials and acts as reference consultant. He/she makes
library and audio-visual resources and services known and accessible to the
users. He/she orients the student in the use card catalog, facilities and
services offered.
6 Homeroom adviser
 The homeroom Adviser is in-charge of the class assigned to him/her. He/she
is responsible for the studies and discipline of the class, establishes routine
for class activities and participation, conducts homeroom session and
implements directive from the office.
7 Subject Teacher
 The subject teacher who teaches one more subjects in the school
8 Supply Officer And Property Custodian
 The supply officer takes charge of the general maintenance of the
physical plant and facilities. He is also responsible for the physical control
of the inventory, supplies, property and equipment of the institution.
9 Athletic Coordinator
 The athletic coordinator is responsible. In promoting the physical
development of all the members of the community through sports.
10 Canteen In-Charge
 The canteen in-charge is responsible for all the operation of the canteen.
She supervises the cleaning and the maintenance of the canteen,
11 Club moderator
 The club moderator is in-charge of the operation of the club. He/she
performs the following:
a. Organize the club; 3 Students who fail the same academic year for the second time will undergo
b. Plans w/the members of the club, supervises, follow up its interview with parents;
implementations & evaluates the activities to the office;
c. Review & revises club objectives; 4 Listed undesirable students will be re-admitted only after an interview with the
d. Motivates & encourages students participation & leadership & strives to parents and guidance councilor
make club activities functional.
5 Enrollment Procedures

a. New Student/Transferee
 Accomplish the registration form and have it signed by the registration in-
charge and follow the procedure
V- SCHOOL POLICIES GOVERNING STUDENTS b. Pay the PTA membership fee and other legal fees.
c. Submit registration form to the enrolling committee for according.
A. ADMISSION
a) Accommodation 3 Policy on AUTHORIZED FEES AND OTHER FEES

the Telesforo S. Singson National High School will accommodate new,
transferring and returning students who disere to entoll in this institution
previded that they meet the following requirements:
A. New Students/transferees
1 Form 138- A or Report Card of the Grade/ year last attended:
2 Certified of good moral character from the school Head last attended:
3 come for interviews with parents/guardian:
4 To test reading proficiency of students. Students must pass the
entrance test
B. Old Students
1 Form 138-a or report card;
2 Student with failing grades/marks on three academic subjects
regardless of passing average will be –readmitted only at the same year
level;
1. Authorize and other fees are also charged on a yearly basis, playable upon
enrollment. If a student is not able to pay in full/partial, arrangement may be
made the office of the pata.
2. Attendance
 Official Time 7:30-11:45 A.M
12:45-4:30 P.M
3. A student who in cures 10 days consecutive absences without informing the
homeroom Adviser is Automatically dropped from the class.
4. PROMOTING SYSTEM
in the secondary level, the averaging grading system shall be used. The
promotion of the student shall be by curriculum year. To pass any subject, a
student should receive final rating of 75% or its equivalent.
A. Student who fails 3 or more subjects or 3 units in retained in the same
curriculum year.
5. HONOR AND AWARDS
1. Academic Honors- to be included in the honor roll in any grading period, the
following should be met:
a. Candidates for honors, at any year level, shall be drawn from the top ten(10)
students of the school. They must not have a final grade lower than 80% in
any subject.
b. To determined the top ten(10), students shall be ranked using the 7-3 point
scheme(7 points for academic performance and 3 points for curricular
activities
c. Students grades in the previous curriculum level shall not be considered in the
ranking of honor for graduating students
d. Only the grades in the current curriculum year shall be considered in the
ranking honor students. Transferees shall be considered in the ranking provide
they are enrolled not later than the second week of classes of the current
School year
e. The final rating shall be computed to the 3 decimal places. In case of tie,
candidates shall both be declared in the same honor ranking(both as
valedictorians, salutatorians and so on)
f. All candidates for honor must be good moral character and have not been
subjected to any disciplinary actions within the current School Year.
g. Achievements of Students in specific academic disciplines(such as
Mathematics, Science and English) and special curriculum areas(such as
athletics, performing arts and campus journalism)shall be given recognition.
TELESFORO S. SINGSON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
The TSNHS- PTA is a civic non- secretarial & non-political organization
designed to joster cooperation among the parents, legal guardians & teachers of
the school. It is an Association calculated to pursue the accepted standard of self-
help in order to improve the moral of the students, parents, guardians, teachers,
community & school.
All parents, legal guardian & teachers of Telesforo S. Singson National
High School ,Megkawayan Calinan, Davao City shall automatically become benefice
members of the Association. Membership to the Association shall be year to year.
Commencing w/ the opening of the school year until the opening of the following
year.
The office of the Association shall be at the Telesforo S. Singson National
High School, Megkawayan, Calinan, Davao City.