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FOREWORD

The 2023 edition of the Tacloban National Agricultural School-Senior High

School student handbook is published to properly orient the student on academic
concerns and student life. It contains the history, vision, policies, rules, and regulation of
the school.

The student is encouraged to always read the handbook.

Question related to policies and programs may be addressed to the School

Principal, Office of the Student Services, or Guidance Counselor.

The school rules and regulations should be strictly followed to make everyone’s
stay in the school fruitful and enjoyable.

WELCOME to Tacloban National Agricultural School-Senior High School!

TNAS Administration and Staff

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II. TABLE OF CONTENTS

I Foreword…………………………………………………………………………………1
II Table of Contents ………………………………………………………………………2
III History ……………………………………………………………………………………3
IV Vision, Mission, Mandate, Core Values …………………………………………….3
V Admission Policies………………………………………………………………………4
V Transfer Credentials…………………………………………………………………….5
VII General Policies for Students………………………………………………………….5
 Attendance
 Flag Raising and Flag Retreat Ceremonies
 Grading System
 Examination Guidelines
 Guidelines in the Giving of Awards to Exemplary Students
 Procedure for Special Exam
 Graduation
 Ban on All Forms of Fraternities/Sororities
 Ban for Forms of Illegal Drugs including Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
 Student Activities
 Guidelines on Student Activities
 Posters/Leaflets
 Selling of Tickets
 School Paper
 Student Uniform and ID

IX Student Services and Facilities……..………………………………………………..12

X Guidelines on Disciplinary Action…………………………………………………….13
XI Offenses, Penalties, and Sanction…………………………………………………..14
XII School Policies…………………………………………………………………………17
References……………………………………………………………………………………..18

III. HISTORY
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 The existence of Tacloban National Agricultural School (TNAS) started when
Tacloban City National High School (TCNHS) located at Brgy. 93 Bagacay, decided to
open an annex school in Brgy. 94-A Basper Tacloban City in the year 1991. The then
annex school was composed of a two-room building with nipa roofing and was
temporarily constructed inside the elementary school campus. With the growing number
of students, even the community chapel has also been utilized to serve as classroom.
The move to establish an independent agricultural school was initiated on December
16, 1994 through Republic Act 8034 sponsored by the late Congressman Cirilo “Roy”
Montejo. With the initiative of its pioneer school head Mr. Miguel E. Daguinod, the idea
of establishing Tacloban National Agricultural School in response to the needs of the
local stakeholders was made possible. The school has a total land area of about
fourteen (14) hectares acquired and occupied in 1992. The school formally operated in
1995 (TNAS SIP)

IV. OUR VISION, MISSION, MANDATE, CORE VALUES

OUR VISION
We dream of Filipinos who passionately love their country and whose values and
competencies enable them to realize their full potential and contribute meaningfully to
building the nation.

As a learner-centered public institution the Department of Education continuously

improved itself to better serve its stakeholders.

OUR MISSION
To protect and promote the right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, culture-
based, and complete basic education where;

Students learn in a child friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating

environment.

Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner

Administrators and staff, as stewards of the institution ensure an enabling and
supportive environment for effective learning to happen.

Faculty, community and other stakeholders are actively engaged and share
responsibility in developing life-long learners.

CORE VALUES

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  Maka-Diyos
 Makatao
 Makakalikasan
 Makabansa

DEPED MATATAG AGENDA

“Bansang Makabata, Batang Maka-bansa”.

OUR MANDATE
 Philippine Constitution
 Education Act of 1982
 Governance Act of Basic Education (RA 9155)
 Republic Act 10533 – K-12 Law

V. ADMISSION POLICIES
All Grade Seven (11) enrollees who have completed the regular six (4) year
Junior High School program shall be required to submit the following documents when
seeking admission to Grade Eleven (11) Senior High School.
For Grade 11 enrollees:
1. Student Report Card
2. Original NSO Live Birth Certificate
3. Certificate of Good Moral Character
4. Enrolment Form

For Grade 12 students:

1. Enrolment Form
2. Original NSO Live Birth Certificate (for those who did not submit during their
G11)

For BALIK-ARAL/TRANSFEREES
1. Students Report Card
2. NSO Live Birth Certificate
3. Certificate of Good Moral Character
4. Affidavit of Undertaking

VI. TRANSFER CREDENTIALS

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 Request for transfer of credentials shall be filed with the EBEIS after having an
exit interview with the principal. Student shall secure clearance from the Supply Office
and have it signed by Section Adviser, Supply Officer, Librarian, Disbursing Officer, and
the School Principal.

VII. GENERAL POLICIES FOR STUDENTS

A. Attendance

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.

A.1. 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 counselor as the case may be.

A.2. Attendance of students in special holidays, activities relative to their religions shall
be allowed provided permission of the school head is sought.

A.3. 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. Flag Raising and Flag Retreat Ceremonies

Daily attendance to Flag Raising and Flag Retreat Ceremonies is mandatory to

all students. This will promote patriotism among students. Attendance to these activities
shall form part in providing grades in subjects such as Personality Development, UCSP
and other values education related subjects. Flag raising and flag retreat ceremonies on
Mondays and Fridays respectively shall be conducted at the JHS Campus while Flag
Raising on Tuesday to Thursday shall be at the SHS campus. The Supreme Student
Government (SSG) is expected to lead their fellow students in attending to these
activities.

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C. Grading System

The grading system for the K-12 Curriculum shall be in adherence to DepEd
Order No. 8 s. 2015 is entitled “Policy Guidelines on Classroom Assessment for the K
to 12 Basic Education Program”.

Accordingly, as stated in the said issuance, “The minimum grade needed to pass

a specific learning area is 60, which is transmuted to 75 in the report card. The lowest
mark that can appear on the report card is 60 for Quarterly Grades and Final Grades “.

B.1 Summative Assessment

This form of assessment measures the different ways learners use and apply all
relevant knowledge, understanding, and skills. It must be spaced properly over the
quarter. It is usually conducted after a unit of work and/or at the end of an entire quarter
to determine how well learners can demonstrate content knowledge and competencies
articulated in the learning standards. Learners synthesize their knowledge,
understanding, and skills during summative assessments. The results of these
assessments are used as bases for computing grades.

Individual and Collaborative Summative Assessment

Learners may be assessed individually through unit tests and quarterly assessment.
Collaboratively, learners may participate in group activities in which they cooperate to
produce evidence of their learning. The process of creating a learning project is given
more weight or importance than the product itself.

Components of Summative Assessment

Summative assessments are classified into three components, namely, Written Work
(WW), Performance Tasks (PT), and Quarterly Assessment (QA). These three will be
the bases for grading. The nature of the learning area defines the way these three
components are assessed.

Written Work

The Written Work component ensures that students are able to express
skills and concepts in written form. Written Work, which may include long
quizzes, and unit or long tests, help strengthen test-taking skills among the
learners. It is strongly recommended that items in long quizzes/tests be
distributed across the Cognitive Process Dimensions so that all are adequately
covered. Through these, learners are able to practice and prepare for quarterly
assessment and other standardized assessments. Other written work may
include essays, written reports, and other written output.

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 Performance Task

The Performance Task component allows learners to show what they

know and are able to do in diverse ways. They may create or innovate products
or do performance-based tasks. Performance-based tasks may include skills
demonstration, group presentations, oral work, multimedia presentations, and
research projects. It is important to note that written output may also be
considered as performance tasks.

Quarterly Assessment

Quarterly Assessment measures student learning at the end of the

quarter. These may be in the form of objective tests, performance-based
assessment, or a combination thereof.

B.2 Weight of the Components for SHS

C. Examination Guidelines

The following rules should be observed during examination:

1. Wear ID properly.
2. Come on time. Late comers may be allowed to take the exam provided they will
not extend the examination period/allotted time.
3. Bring the necessary things needed for the exam. (ex. Ballpen, calculator, pencil,
paper, etc.)
4. Follow the schedule of the exam.
5. Honesty is the best policy. Cheating shall be punished with a grade of 65 in the
examination.

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D. Promotion and Retention

E. Guidelines in the Giving of Awards to Exemplary Students

Student’s Awards and Recognition shall be based on DepEd Order No. 36, s.
2016 otherwise known as “Policy Guidelines on Awards and Recognition for the K-12
Basic Education Program”. The awards and recognition are as follows:

 Classroom Awards - are recognition given to learners in each class or section.

A simple recognition may be given per quarter, semester, or at the end of the
school year. Awardees are given merit by the adviser and/or other subject
teachers in recognition of the learners’ outstanding performance in class.
 Grade-level Awards - are given to qualified learners for every grade level at the
end of the school year. Candidates for the awards are deliberated by the Awards
Committee (AC) if they have met the given criteria.
 Special Recognition - is given by the school to the learners who have
represented and/or won in competitions at the district, division, regional, national,
or international levels. This is to publicly affirm learners who have brought honor
to the school.

E.1 Under Classroom Awards, the following may be given to deserving students:

 Conduct Awards for Grades 4 to 12 Conduct Awards for grades 4 to 12 in

each class will be given at the end of the school year. This will be based on
the evaluation of the adviser and subject teachers, using the guidelines stipulated
in Section VI of DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015. Awardees must have consistently
and dutifully carried out the core values of the Department as indicated in the

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 report card. They must have obtained a rating of at least 75% “Always Observed”
(AO) at the end of the school year (with at least 21 out of 28 AO rating in the
report card). They also must have not been sanctioned with offenses punishable
by suspension or higher sanction within the school year according to the
Department’s service manual and child protection policies.

 Academic Excellence Award - The Award for Academic Excellence within the
quarter is given to learners from grades 1 to 12 who have attained an average of
at least 90 and passed all learning areas. The Average Grade per Quarter is
reported as a whole number following DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015. Table 1
shows the specific Academic Excellence Award given to learners who meet the
following cut-off grades.

 Perfect attendance - means that a learner must be present in all of his/her

classes, and must have no absences for the entire quarter. Learners who are
representing the school for various purposes (e.g., in-school or off campus
activities) may also qualify for this award.

F. Procedures for Special Examination

A student who failed to take the 1 st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th grading examination may apply for
a special exam within 7 working days from the last day of the exam. The student must
fill out a request form for special examination at the Guidance Office stating the reason
for his/her failure to take the scheduled exam and have it approved by the Principal.

G. Graduation

In line with the government’s austerity program, this Department reiterates the
following policies: 

c. Graduation rites should be simple but meaningful affairs which encourage

civil rights, a sense of community, and personal responsibilities.  While
these rites mark a milestone in the life of the graduates, these should be

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 conducted without excessive spending, extravagant attire, or extraordinary
venue;
d. Non-academic projects such as but not limited to attendance to field trips,
film showing, Junior/Senior (JS) Promenade and other school events
should not be imposed as requirements for graduation;
e. Wearing of Academic Gown during graduation is not mandatory. The
parents of the graduates will be the one to decide on this matter.

Public Schools only

c. Expenses relative to the Graduation Rites should be charged to the school

Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE);
d. Any DepEd personnel should not be allowed to collect any graduation fees
or any kind of contribution;
e. Parent-Teachers Associations (PTAs) may give donations in cash or in kind; and
f. Contribution for the annual yearbook, if any, should be on a voluntary basis.
g. Further, the Graduation Rites should be conducted in an appropriate solemn
ceremony befitting the graduating students and their parents and shall not be
used as a political forum.

H. Ban on all Forms of Fraternities and or Illegal Organization

All fraternities/sororities formed within the school are deemed unauthorized and
illegal and is not allowed in this school. Hence, all students are dissuaded to join in this
kind of organization. Any student proven and is found to be involved in hazing or
initiation rites in any form or manner inside and outside the school shall be
recommended for expulsion and referred to the City Police for appropriate criminal
charges and shall suffer the penalty as provided for in Republic Act 8049.

I. Ban on All Forms of Illegal Drug

The school shall strictly not allow any form of illegal drugs or any of its kind inside
and outside the school. Illegal Drugs per see includes liquor and cigarettes. The school
shall observe the mandated program of the National Drug Enforcement program
(NDEP) in developing a drug free school and community. Any student proven to be
using or caught in the act of using illegal drugs will be referred to the City Police for
appropriate criminal charges. If in the case of minor, he/she will be turnover to the
DSWD office for proper assistance.

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J. Student Activities

Organizer of student activities must secure a permit from the principal at least 7
days before the scheduled activities. The School Principal may regulate as to the time,
place, and manner of such activities in order to ensure that no classes are disrupted.

K. Poster/Leaflets

The school recognizes the student freedom of expression. However, to ensure

responsible views, students are required to seek approval from the Guidance Office.
Only posters and other similar items that bear the stamp approved for posting by
the Guidance office may be disseminated.

L. Guidelines on Student Activities

Any monetary collection requires approval of the School Principal and financial
statement should be submitted after the activity.

Students who wish to engage in activities that require the use of the school
facilities should coordinate with the School Facilities Coordinator in writing prior to the
intended event.

Activities intended to be held outside the school premises require a waiver by the
parents and an approval of the Superintendent particularly in field trips and must
conform to the guidelines re: Field trips as provided for in DepEd Order No. 66, s. 2017.

The adviser/proponent of the activity must submit to the school principal the
following: 1) Itinerary of the activity to include names of the students who wish to join, 2)
purpose, and 3) financial requirements/contribution.

M. Selling of Tickets/Solicitations

Any group that intends to sell ticket or solicit contributions as part of the fund-
raising activity must secure written approval from the School Principal. Solicitations of
any kind by faculty members from the students are strictly prohibited.

N. School Paper
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 It is the policy of the State to uphold and protect the freedom of the press even at
the campus level and to promote the development of campus journalism as a means of
strengthening ethical values, enhance critical and creative thinking and developing
moral character and discipline of the youth (RA 7079, otherwise known as Campus
Journalism Act of 1991)

The adviser of the School Paper shall conduct screening of the Staff. The
Editorial Staff shall serve for one year.

O. Uniform and Student ID

- Pursuant to DepEd Order No. 45 s. 2008 and DepEd Order No. 46 s. 2008,
wearing of school uniform is not mandatory, still students are highly encouraged to wear
their uniform. TNAS-SHS has its own design of uniforms. Special uniform for TVL
students are required based on their specialization. These uniforms also serve as their
PPEs in performing their performance task in their respective strand.
Wearing of student ID is required at all times during class hours. ID cards will be
provided by the school through the school MOOE while the ID lanyards will be provided
by the students.

IX. Student Services and Facilities

Library

The library is open from Monday to Friday from 7:30-12:00 o’clock in the
morning and from 1:00-4:00 o’clock in the afternoon. Only bona fide
students are allowed to use the library. Outsiders may use the library
facilities only upon prior written request from the Librarian. Students must
secure a library card in order to borrow books from the library.

School Clinic

The School Clinic In-Charge above all must secure the health and safety
of the students. Students with mild fever and headache will be given
medication and will be advice to consult physician. Injured students will be
treated with first aid, but serious cases will be immediately referred to
hospital for proper medical attention.

School Computer Lab.

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 The School Computer Laboratory is managed by the School ICT
coordinator. Students can access/utilize the said facility with the
permission of the ICT Coordinator. Computer Laboratory rules must be
followed at all times by students.

Science Laboratory
The School Science Lab. is located at the 2 nd Floor of the SHS Main Bldg.
Science Lab will only be used during science classes needing laboratory
equipment and apparatus. Students may use the lab only in the presence
of the Science Teacher. This is to secure the safety of the students and all
the equipment.

TVL-HE/AFA Laboratories
All equipment, devices, apparatus, reagents, concoctions, and facilities in
these laboratories must only be used by students with the supervision of
their respective teachers.

Sports Facilities
The school recognizes the importance of school sports in developing
holistic learners. Then again, guidelines on the usage of such facilities
must be observe by the students. To wit:
1. All school sports facilities shall not be used during class hours;
2. No players will be allowed to play without the presence of the trainer or
coach duly recognized by the school;
3. All sports facilities must be maintained in terms of cleanliness;
4. No outsider shall be allowed to set foot on this facilities/court.

X. GUIDELINES ON DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

 CODE OF CONDUCT
 Batas Pambansa Bilang 232, Section 9. Right of Students in School – In
addition to other rights, and subject to the limitation presented by law and
regulations, and student and pupils in all schools shall enjoy the following
rights:

1. The right to receive, primarily through competent instruction, relevant

quality education in line with national goals and conducive to their full
development as person with human dignity.

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 2. The right to school guidance and counseling services for decisions and
selecting the alternatives in fields of work suited to his potentialities.
3. The right of access to his own school records, the confidentiality of which
the school shall maintain and preserve.
4. The right to the issuance of official certificates, diplomas, transcript of
records, grades, transfer credentials and other similar documents within
thirty days from request.
5. The right to publish a student newspaper and similar publications, as well
as the right to invite resource persons during assemblies, symposia and
other activities of similar nature.
6. The right to free expression of opinions and suggestions, and to effective
channels of communication with appropriate academic channels and
administrative bodies of the school or institution.
7. The right to form, establish, join and participate in organizations and
societies recognized by the school to foster their intellectual, cultural,
spiritual and physical growth and development, or to form, establish, join
and maintain organizations and societies for purposes not contrary to law.
8. The right to be free from involuntary contributions, except those approved
by their own organizations or societies.

 ROLE OF THE GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

The guidance Counselor shall determine whether an offense

committed constitutes major violations. He/She shall determine the
appropriate penalty/sanction against offenses. He/She shall act as
Chairman of the School Grievance Committee for major offences.

 STUDENTS DISCIPINARY COMMITTEE

All complaints for violations of school rules and regulation are heard
and investigated by the Students Disciplinary Committee composed of
the following: 1) Guidance Counselor 2) Discipline Officer 3) Faculty Club
President 4) President of the SSG.

XI. OFFENCES
Offences are those violations of any rules and regulations governing
student conduct and discipline as contained in the Student Handbook. They are
considered as non-academic infractions and are classified as major and minor
offenses.

 CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENSES AND CORRESPONDING PENALTIES

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MAJOR OFFENSES: Those that entails suspension, dismissal or expulsion such
as:
1. Carrying and concealing deadly weapons.
2. Using, possessing and selling illegal drugs.
3. Robbery and stealing.
4. Cheating, giving false statement.
5. Assaulting a teacher or any other school authority or his agents or students.
6. Smoking inside the school premises.
7. Vandalism, writing or destroying school properties like chairs, tables,
windows, and alike.
8. Gambling of any sort inside the school premises.
9. Watching pornographic movie inside the premises of the school.
10. Joining any kind of fraternities/sororities.
11. Drinking intoxicants and liquor.
12. Extortion or asking money from others.
13. Fighting, causing injury to others.
14. Immorality/ Sexual harassment.
15. Forging or tampering any school records.
16. Gross misconduct.
17. Malversation of the school and student organization funds.
18. Unauthorized solicitation.
19. Serious public display of intimacy/affection with peers inside the school
premises.
20. Any form of bullying.

MINOR OFFENSES: Offenses that merit warning, reprimand, and disciplinary

probation.
However, violation of any of the minor offenses enumerated for two (2)
consecutive times shall be penalized under the sanction provided for major
offenses.

The following are considered as minor offenses:

1. Improper use of laboratory equipment, books in the library, and other school
facilities.
2. Male students entering the comfort rooms for female and vice versa.
3. Lending and/or tampering by altering such as changing original photo of ID
cards and other school forms.
4. Unauthorized operation of the school equipment including electrical switches.
5. Loitering along the corridors, staying or sitting on railings, passages that may
hamper or block the flow of the human traffic.
6. Unauthorized bringing of school facilities/equipment’s.
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 PENALTIES/SANCTIONS FOR MAJOR OFFENSES

Disciplinary sanctions, which may be imposed on the erring students

depending on the gravity of the offense and rules violated, are as follows:

1. DROPPING FROM THE ROLL. The school may drop a student from the roll
whenever he/she is considered undesirable.

2. SUSPENSION. For first and other offenses, which are not very serious in
nature, a suspension from the school not to exceed three (3) days may be
authorized by the school principal without prior approval from the Schools
Division Superintendent. However, parents must be informed by the teacher
or School Principal of any misconduct on the part of their children for which
disciplinary action is necessary.

For persistent offender or one guilty of a serious offense, a suspension for not
more than one (1) year may be imposed subject to the approval of the School Division
Superintendent.

Suspension for a school year or more or expulsion from school can be ordered
only by the Secretary.

In cases of suspension, a written promise of future exemplary conduct signed by

the student and countersigned by the parents shall be required as a condition for re-
admission and must be required in case of suspension for more than three (3) days.

3. EXPULSION. The penalty of expulsion debars the student from both public
and private school. It is considered as a punishment for gross misconduct or
dishonesty and or such offenses as hazing, carrying deadly weapon,
immorality, drunkenness, vandalism, assaulting a teacher, leading to the
stoppage of classes or entering school premises, forging or tampering school
records or securing forged transfer credentials, etc. as contained in the student
handbook.

PENALTIES/SANCTIONS FOR MINOR OFFENSES

1. Warning or reprimand by the School Principal in case of first offense.

2. Disciplinary probation
3. In case of minor personal offense, written apology to the person concerned.
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(Source: 2000 DECS Manual and DepEd Order No. 55, s. 2013).

XII. SCHOOL POLICIES

The following policies conforms to the existing rules and regulations authorized
by the Department of Education (DepEd). All students are advised to follow all the rules
otherwise they will be given corresponding disciplinary action, to wit:
1. All students will consistently wear their prescribed uniform. In case there is no
available uniform, at least they are required to wear white t-shirt with black pants
and shoes.
2. All students will religiously pin their student ID inside the school premises.
3. A male student has to follow the prescribed haircut and will NOT wear any
earrings.
4. All students should attend the flag ceremony and other school related
activities/programs authorized by the school.
5. It is the duty and obligation of the student NOT TO DO the following unlawful
acts inside the school premises and that he/she will submit himself/herself for
disciplinary actions for any violations which shall be grounds for suspension,
expulsion or dropping from the roll, to wit:
 Bullying or peer pressure
 Carrying and concealing deadly weapons
 Using, possessing, and selling prohibited drugs
 Robbery and stealing
 Cheating, stealing, giving false statement
 Assaulting a teacher or any school authority or fellow students
 Smoking inside the school premises
 Vandalism, writing or destroying school properties like chairs, tables,
windows, books, laboratory equipment and others.
 Gambling of any sort inside the school premises
 Drinking intoxicants and liquor
 Extortion or asking money from others
 Fighting, causing injury to others  
 Immorality/sexual harassment
 Abandoning/cutting classes for reasons other than emergency and
personal necessity.
 Forging or tampering any school document
 Acts of subversion, sedition or membership in such subversive
organization 
 Gross misconduct
 Malversation of the school and student organization funds
 Unreasonable tardiness, absences

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  Loitering during class hours
6. Enjoy your studies here in Tacloban National Agricultural School – Senior High
School. Rest assured that we will give you the best education that you deserve.
(Source: 2000 DECS Manual and DepEd Order No. 55, s. 2013).

References:

 Batas Pambansa Bilang 232

 DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015
 DepEd Order No. 12, s. 2009
 DepEd Order No. 36, s. 2016
 DepEd Order No. 45 s. 2008
 DepEd Order No. 46 s. 2008
 DepEd Order No. 55, s. 2013
 Education Act of 1982
 Governance Act of Basic Education (RA 9155)
 2000 DECS Manual
 Republic Act 10533 – K-12 Law
 Republic Act 7079, otherwise known as Campus Journalism Act of 1991
 Republic Act 8049 otherwise known as anti-hazing act of 1995

Author: Noted:

EMMANUEL P. FIRMO, JR. BAYANI B. ADONA

Assistant School Principal Designate School Principal IV
TNAS-Senior High School

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