THE CONSTITUTION AND BY–LAWS OF THE LOURDES COLLEGE SENIOR HIGH

SCHOOL THE FIDELIS PRESS

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ARTICLE I: GENERAL PROVISION

Section 1. The publication, established herein under this constitution, shall be known as The Fidelis
Press.

Section 2. The Fidelis Press is the official publication of Lourdes College Senior High School.

Section 3. This constitution, herein shall apply to all members of The Fidelis Press.

ARTICLE II: DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES AND OBJECTIVES

Section 1: The Fidelis Press, the official School Publication, is a platform for students to effectively
communicate, inform, and inspire in nurturing Faith, Excellence, and Service through quality journalism
fostering a culture of awareness, engagement, and expression.

Section 2: The LCSHS Fidelis Pess officials and members shall have the following duties:

a. Develop love of God and country, moral character, personal discipline, leadership, and efficiency
among its members;
b. Tap and train members for effective and righteous journalism;
c. Help the editorial staff develop self-confidence and camaraderie;
d. Promote unity among officials and staff;
e. Maintain school aspirations to promote quality education and academic excellence;
f. Serve and protect students’ rights and welfare;
g. Serve and protect the editorial staffs’ rights and welfare;
h. Represent the Student Publication in the policy-making body of the school concerning staffs’
welfare.

ARTICLE III: MEMBERSHIP

Section 1. All bonafide Student Press of Lourdes College Senior High School regardless of position and
length of service are automatically considered as members of the organization.

ARTICLE IV: RIGHTS OF EDITORIAL BOARD AND STAFF

Section 1. Every Student Press in the Senior High School Department has the right to enjoy responsible
freedom of speech and expression.
Section 2. Every Student Press in the Senior High School Department has the right to avail of all the
services offered by the LCSHSSP.

Section 3. Every Student Press has the right to conduct and participate in all school activities.

Section 4. The Student Press has the right to information on all the issues and matters concerning them.

Section 5. Every Student Press has the right to vote, be nominated, and be elected into office.

Section 6. Every Student Press has the right to due process.

ARTICLE V: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STUDENT PUBLICATION

MEMBERS

Section 1. Every Student Press shall support and promote the thrusts and objectives of the organization.

Section 2. Every Student Press shall abide by the Constitution and By-Laws of LCSHSSP.

Section 3. Every Student Press shall exercise his/her rights and do his/her responsibilities as a member
of the organization.

Section 4. Every Student Press member shall no longer be associated with any club once already joined
The Fidelis Press club.

ARTICLE VI: POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE LOURDES COLLEGE SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL ORGANIZATION OFFICIALS

Section 1. The Fidelis Press shall be the governing body of the Senior High School Student Publication.

Section 2. The Fidelis Press shall have the following functions and responsibilities:

a. Create article reports about events concerning the Senior High School Department of Lourdes
College;
b. Document events concerning the Senior High School Department of Lourdes College through
photographs and videos;
c. Create messaging avenues (group chats) necessary to address the concerns and/or suggestions of
The Fidelis Press Staff;
d. Turn over papers, documents, properties, and other responsibilities to the club moderator, Mr.
Shaddrach John Lloyd B. Daba before resignation or impeachment.
ARTICLE VII: COMPOSITION, ELECTION, QUALIFICATIONS AND TERM OF OFFICE

Section 1. The Editorial Boards of The Fidelis Press are the duly elected Editor-In-Chief, Associate
Editor-In-Chief, Freehand Editor, Layout Editor, Photo Editor, News Editor, Feature Editor,
Broadcasting Manager, Circulation Manager/General Secretary, Video Prod Directors, Online Accounts
Manager, Office Manager, and Assistant General Secretary.

Section 2. Candidates for the respective positions shall all be bonafide students of the Senior High
School Department.

ARTICLE VIII: DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE FIDELIS PRESS OFFICERS

Section 1. The Editor-in-Chief shall be the executive officer of The Fidelis Press and shall have the
following duties:

a. Preside over all meetings and/or may designate another officer to preside for a specific meeting;
b. Enforce this constitution and by-laws and other regulations that may be promulgated;
c. Sign all official minutes, resolutions, correspondences, and other official papers of The Fidelis
Press;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 2. The Associate Editor-in-Chief shall have the following duties:

a. Assist the Editor-in-Chief in all matters where his/her assistance is necessary;

b. Assume the office of the Editor-in-Chief shall the position become vacant;
c. Supervise members in planning and arranging meetings or programs of activities;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 3. The Freehand Editor shall have the following duties:

a. Assist Editor-in-chief in disseminating information to Editorial Cartoonist;

b. Supervise Editorial Cartoonist in complying with the needs of the organization;
c. Manage and Review the drawings of Editorial Cartoonist;
d. Coach/train editorial cartoonist through the content creation process;
e. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 4. The Layout Editor shall have the following duties:

a. Supervise and inform Layout Artist and disseminate announcements properly;

b. Determine the ideal layout for printed pages;
c. Ratify the composition and appearance of the page’s components;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.
Section 5: The Photo Editor shall have the following duties:

a. Assist the Editor-in-Chief in disseminating information to Photojournalists;

b. Supervise and assign Photojournalists to meet the organization’s photography needs;
c. Select relevant images and enhance photos to make them more appealing for promotion and
publication;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 6: The Writing Editors including Feature and News Editors, shall have the following duties:

a. Manage Writers and disseminate announcements;

b. Review and revise the story or articles;
c. Format written content for publication;
d. Assist writers in formulating their piece;
e. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 7: The Broadcasting Manager shall have the following duties:

a. Manage broadcasters in both TV and Radio Broadcasting, and disseminate announcements;

b. Supervise the development of broadcasting segments and programs;
c. Oversee broadcast processes from preparation (e.g. creation of scripts, appointing of reporters)
to the final broadcasts itself;
d. Assign members from the Broadcasting Team for duties necessary for the execution of certain
tasks in the broadcasting category;
e. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 8: The Circulation Manager/General Secretary and the Assistant General Secretary shall have
the following duties:

a. Keep accurate records of the minutes and document proceedings of every meeting;
b. Keep a file of all pertinent documents and papers of the organization;
c. Call and prepare notices of meetings;
d. Manage the minutes of every meeting;
e. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 9: The Video Production Directors shall have the following duties:

a. Scheme/Direct video concepts, including the determining of angles and appropriate sounds and
effects to use;
b. Supervise the shooting and editing of video productions for the LCSHSSP;
c. Transform raw clips into an informative and engaging finished video to inspire audience;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.
Section 10: The Online Accounts Manager shall have the following duties:

a. Access and monitor social media accounts of The Fidelis Press;

b. Create digital campaigns that will effectively help the growth of the organization;
c. Ensure appropriateness and follow RVM rules in Online Accounts;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

Section 11: The Office Manager shall have the following duties:

a. Supervise and Monitor the work of The Fidelis Press staff;

b. Manage day-to-day operations of the organization;
c. Process invoices and Manage the organization's budget;
d. Perform other duties assigned by The Fidelis Press.

ARTICLE IX. IMPEACHMENT, RESIGNATION, AND VACANCIES

Section 1. The Editorial Board of The Fidelis Press shall be impeached on the following grounds:

a. Culpable Violations of the Constitution and By-Laws;

b. Gross misconduct and physical violence to a person in authority;
c. Abuse or misuse of power;

Section 2. Any vacancy in any of the positions for the reason of death, resignation,or impeachment shall
be filled by a member of the Editorial Staff.

ARTICLE X. AMENDMENTS

Section 1. Any amendments to the Constitution and By-Laws shall be done every three years from its
official issuance.

Section 2. Proposed amendments shall be discussed within the body and shall be taken into consideration
once approved by a majority of the members.

Section 3. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – Within 90 days from the effectiveness of this Act, the
office of the Senior High School Principal shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the
implementation of this Act.

Section 4. Separability Clause. – If for any reason or reasons, any part or provision of this Act shall be
declared unconstitutional or invalid, other parts or provisions not affected thereby shall continue to be
in full force and effect.
Section 5. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, orders, rules, and regulations or other issuances or
parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 6. Effectivity Clause. This Act shall take effect 15 days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in any two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

The approval and promulgation of this Constitution and By-Laws are earnestly sought.

Attested by the Editorial Board:

CHRISTINE FAITH G. CAMBALON JERICHO EMMAN M. SALCEDO

Editor-in-Chief, The Fidelis Press Associate Editor, The Fidelis Press

JAKE CHRIST R. MEJARES BAM JASMINE M. ABINES

Freehand Editor, The Fidelis Press Layout Editor, The Fidelis Press

LEIYTH CLAIRE M. LONGCOB DANIKA KAYE O. HANASAN

Layout Editor, The Fidelis Press Broadcasting Manager, The Fidelis Press

KYLE T. JAPITANA JERRYDHEL J. ASIÑERO

News Editor, The Fidelis Press Feature Editor, The Fidelis Press

GENETYRON B. ZAMORANOS WILLEM QUINN C. TION

Video Prod Director, The Fidelis Press Video Prod Director, The Fidelis Press

BRENTT ARMIL C. PAREJA MAT JOSEPH B. DY

Circulation Manager, The Fidelis Press Office Manager, The Fidelis Press
Approved by:

MR. SHADDRACH JOHN LLOYD DABA

Club Moderator, The Fidelis Press

MS. ANGELICA TURNO, LPT

Prefect of Student Affairs and Discipline

MR. ALEXANDER F. SUAN, PhD

Principal, Senior High School

S. MA. RUFINA B. GUILLANO, RVM

School President