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DM-455-s.-2023-SUBMISSION-OF-SCHOOL-RECOGNIZED-STUDENT-ORGANIZATIONS-AND-CLUBS-FOR-SCHOOL-YEAR-2023-2024
DM-455-s.-2023-SUBMISSION-OF-SCHOOL-RECOGNIZED-STUDENT-ORGANIZATIONS-AND-CLUBS-FOR-SCHOOL-YEAR-2023-2024
2. All school student organizations and clubs must submit the following
documents to the Office of the Supreme Elementaiy/Secondaiy Uamer Government
for endorsement to the School Head:
a. Application for Recognition (Enclosure 1)
b. List of Officers
c. A copy of Designation Order of Adviser duly signed by the School Head
d. Annual Plan of Action (Enclosure 3)
e. Constitution and By-Laws and/or DepEd Order/Memoranda
3. A Certificate of Recognition signed by the School Head shall be issued, valid
for one year. Only school recognized student organizations and clubs shall have the
permit to conduct youth-related activities in the school. They shaU be monitored and
evaluated regularly by the SELG/SSLG including their participation and attendance
to the School Coordinating Council.
4. The List of School Recognized Student Organization and Clubs (Enclosure 4)
must be submitted in PDF File to the Youth Formation Unit - School Governance
and Operations Division through https://bit.ly/MNLOrgandClubRecog23 no later
than September 29, 2023.
W
RITAg^AUDDLE, CESO V
Schools Division Superintendent
(date)
Dear Sir/Madame:
In compliance with Unnumbered DepEd Memorandum dated May 5, 2023,
titled "Interim Guidelines of the Learner Government Program (LGP) for School Year
2023-2024," (Article VII: Powers, Duties, and Responsibilities of the SELG/SSLG,
Section 1:11. To recommend to the School Head the granting, renewal, or revocation
of registration of clubs and organizations.) We are submitting for proper action the
following organization/club information and requirements for recognition:
Name of Organization/Club
Nature of Organization/Club
Organization/Club Objectives:
Attached documents:
□ List of Officers
□ Designation Order of Teacher Adviser duly signed by the School Head
□ Annual Plan of Action
□ Constitution and By-Laws and/or DepEd Order/Memoranda (if applicable)
Teacher/Adviser Information
Name
Department/Grade
E-mail
Contact Number
Department/Grade
E-mail
Contact Number
We will respect and abide with the Constitution and By-Laws of the Supreme
Elementary/Secondary Learner Government and the School.
Name
Designation
Grade Level
Contact No.
It is understood that this official Recognition is good only for one (1) school
year subject to renewal unless revoked prior to its expiration.
Organization President
Noted by:
Organization/Club Adviser
1 '*
RECOMMENDATION;
School Head
Date:
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SCHOOL HEADING
Office of the Supreme Elementary/Secondary Learner Government
awards this
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION
to the
School Head
Enclosure 3
NAME OF ORGANIZATION/CLUB ;
■ 5iDbjectives/
||;. Targets Z'
: 'sfl Strategies /
P^grams/ Project/
• Activities
Time Frame Person Involved
Resources Needed
NAME OF SCHOOL:
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NATURE
NAME (co-curricular/ TEACHER-ADVISER PRESIDENT
extra-curricular
RECOGNlZEt)'&(
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NATURE
NAME (co-curricular/ TEACHER-ADVISER PRESIDENT
extra-curricular
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ftepolilic of t[ie
fieiiartment of Cbntation
OPERATIONS
NEHIIETH : ^SPLABA-ALAMA
Director IV, inreau ofLearner Support Services
In accordance with Department Order pO) no. 47 s, 2014 titled "Constitution and
By-Laws of the Supreme PupU Government and Supreme Student Government in
Elementary and Secondary School^, the Department of Eklucation (DepBd)
recognizes that the Student Government Program (SOP), through the Supreme Pupil
■' Government (SPG) and Supreme Student Government (SSG), is the foremost co-
curricular leamer-led organization authorized to operate and implement pertinent
programs, projects, and activities in all schools natioDwlde.
^ To ensure consistency pursuant to DepEd Order No. 21, s. 2019, the SGP shall be
Ground Floor, Rizal Building, DepEd Complex, Moralco Avenue E^uig City 1600
Email: oure@deped.gov.ph; Web^te:
TcL No.: (02) 8633-5313; (02) 8631-8492
Annex C.
named as Learner Government Program (LGP), while SPG and SSG will be known as
the Supreme Elementary Learner Government (SELO) and Supreme Secondary Guidelines and Procedures in the Election of l^ivtson and Regional Federation of
Learner Government(SSLG), respectively. Supreme Elementary Learner Government(SELG)and Supreme Secondary Learner
Government(SSLG) Officers
For the last three (3) school years, tlie said elections wiarc conducted during the first
quarter of the scliool year. However, with the goal to transition smoothly aiad prepare 1. The election in the division and regional federations of the SELG and SSLG is only
accordingly for the succeeding school years, the conduct of the said elections shall exclusive for the followinj^ set of student-leaders;
be moved back to the last quarter o)" its preceding school year.
Activity Participants
In line with the preparations for School Year (SY) 2023-2024, the SELG and SSLG DFSELG/DFSSLG elections School-based elected SELG/SSLG Presidents
elections shall be conducted on the last quarter of SY 2022-2023 following the RFSELG/RFSSLG elections DFSELG/DFSSLG elecied Presidents
indicative schedule(8) below:
2. The setup (virtual and/or face-to-face) and date of the elections shall be determined
Activity
8u£C«*t«d Date(«) by the Division Youth Formation Coordinalor(DYFC)for the DFSELG/DFSSLG and
School-Based Elections Regional Youth Formation Coordinator (RYFC) for the RFSELG/RFSSLG foilowmg
May 15-June 2,2023
the timeline given by the Central Office.
Distrirt/DivisioTi RlecHons
June 5 - 16. 2023
Regional Federation Elections 3. The division and regional federations shall elect the following positions;
June 16-Julv 10. 2023
3.1. President:
National Federation Elections
August 1, 2023 3.2. Vice-president;
3.3. Secretary;
The Department ensures to provide guidance to field offices for the effective 3.4. Treasurer;
implementation of the LGP. Thus, the OUOPS issues this Memorandum titled 3.5. Auditor;
Interim Gnldelines of the Learner Government Program (LOP) for School Year 3.6. Public Information Officer (PIG); and
2023-2024 which includes the following Annexes: 3.7. Protocol Officer (former Peace Officer)
1. Annex A: Constitution and By-Laws of the Supreme Elementary Learner 4. All candidates must possess the following qualifications;
Oovemmont(SELG)and Supreme Secondary Learner Government 4.1. currently enrolled in School Year 2022-2023;
(SSLG) 4.2. with good academic standing and no falling grades in all subjects;
4.3. with good moral character and have not been subjected to any disciplinaiy
2. Annex B: Learner Govemmont Election and Appointment Code (LOBAC) action; and
4.4. must be elected an SPG/SSG President in the school level to be eligible for
3. Annex C; Guidelines and Procedures in the Election of DlvUion and the division level elections; DFSELG/DFSSLG President to be eligible for the
Regional federation of Supreme Elementary Learner Government regional level elections.
(SELG)and Supreme Secondary Learner Government(SSLG) Oinicere 4.5. any other qualifications determined by the DYFC and RYFCs, if applicable.
Through this issuance, all public elementary and secondary schools nationwide are 5. The rest of the body tha* will not be elected in any position will be desig?iated as
mandated to facilitate leamer-led clubs and organizations' elections and other Board Members.
relevant practices that will meaningfully support learners'initiatives and respond to
varied contexts. 6. First-past-the-post or single-member plurality voting must be applied in the
electO)*al process, whercui voters cast their vote for a candidate of their choice, and
To establish the supremacy and representation of the SELG and SSLG among all the candidate who receives the most votes wins.
clubs and organizations, it is recommended that only federations of the SELG and
SSLG be established within the field offices. However, Held offices may still establish 7. Candidates for elective positions shall be determined throu^ nomination
federations for other clubs and organizations depending on the context of their procedures.
locality, upon the approval of the Schools Ciivision Superintendent for
Division/District-level federations, and the Regional Director for Rejponal-level 8. No candidate can refuse to be nominated for any position.
federations.
9. When the election starts and during the election proceedings, Presidents are not
allowed to take calls and send private messages.
.MOM/04052a:3 10- Any violation of the above-mentioned rules will be subjected to disqualification in
Ground Floor, Risal Building, DepEd Complex, Meralco Avenue Pasig City 1600 any of the elective positions. The disqualification procedures shall be set by the
Email: oure@deped.gov.ph; Website: Election Core Group prior to the start of tho elections.
Tel. No.;(02)8633-5313;(02)8631-8492
Enclosure 21. Conununication for Respondent
C0UMUNI<:UlTlON rOR RESJf»ONDEirr Private schools, techiiical and vocational institutions, and higher education
institutions, including state and local universities and colleges offering K-12 Kasic
Education Program are cncour^cd to implement these guidelines according to their
Date: philosophy,vision, and mission, with the approval of their respective DepEd Regional
OfEces. Educational schools and institutions are allowe<i to contextualize the
HABOB OF RE3PONDBRT guidelines according to their mandates and own structure.
[Summary ofthe Complaint to be provided by the LC COAfEA based on the submitted All expenses incurred relative to the conduct of all activities related to SELG and
Grievance Fonn\. SSLG elections for SY 2023-2024 shall be charged to School Maintenance and Other
Operating Expenses (MOGE), local funds or other available funds subject to the
Relative to this, you are hereby requested to submit a written explanation about the usual accounting and auditing rules and regulations.
complaint to the LG COMEA witldn forty-eight (48) hours upon receipt of this letter.
For questions or clari£cations, please contact Mr. Rovln James F. Caqja, OfQcer-
LG COMEA highly encotu-ages your utmost cooperation regarding this matter. In-Chaige, Project Development Officer IV of the BLSS-YFD, through email
bl8a.vfd@deped.rov.Dh or telephone number (02) 8637-9814.
Thank you.
Immediate and wide dissemination of this Memorandum is desired.
NAME OF COMM1S8IONBR
Learner Government COMEA
CopyAimidwd: NBSteafPsrenta/LegalOuanUan
Name of Clus Adviser YFD MGM/02052023
Ground Floor, Rizal Building, DepEd Complex, Meralco Avenue Pasig City 1600
Email; oure@deped.gov.ph; Website: www.det>^.auv.ph
Tel. No.:(02)8633-5313;(02)8631-8492
Enclosure 20. Grievance Form
Annex A.
GRIEVANCE FORM
THE CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OP SUPREME EIXBIENTART LEARNER
GOVERNMENT AND SUPREME SECONDARY LEARNER GOVERNMENT In the processing of these data and information, tlie Department of Education is
committed to ensure the free flow of information as required under the Freedom of
Preamble Infonnation Act(Executive Order No. 2, s. 2016) and to protect and respect the
confidentiality and privacy of these data and information as required under the Data
We, the learners of(name of school], imploring the aid of Divine: Providence, Privacy Act of 20J2(Republic Act No. 10173)
read: httiis:^ / www.dei.ed.iiov.j^h.'about-dcj-'ed;data-privacy-notice/). Data
believing in the need for a better organized Supreme EUementaiy Learner Government
generated are not shared with any other party.
(SELG]and Supreme Secondary Learner Government(SSLGj and in the development
of the learners as future leaders of the nation, do hereby promulgate and adopt this I. COMPLAINANT'S INFORMATION
Constitution and By-Laws of the Supreme Elementary Learner Government and
Supreme Secondary Learner Government in Elementary and Secondary Schools that Name:
Address:
shall advance, implement, and maintain our goals and aspirations, embody the Contact Number; Age:
ideals and principles of freedom, equality, justice and democracy, and promote the Email Address: .
welfare of all students and academic standards of our Alma Mater. Date Filed: Time:
Section 2 The seat of the SELG/SSLG shall be exercised in the school's V. ATTACHMENTS (Proofs e.g. picture, video etc.) *i/apaila6fe
jurisdiction.
VL CERTIFICATION
Article in
n^Ntii^iaq of Tenn^ ranventloa I herebj- certify that the information stated herein is true and (»rrect to the
best of my knowledge.
Section 1 Terms and acronyms used throughout this Constitution and By-Laws
of Supreme Elementary Learner Government/Supreme Secondary Sigr^oXtxre ofComplainant over Printed Name
Learner Government are defined in the following;
Received by:
Commissioner on Grievance
Date:
Eaclosare 19. Appointme&t Poiin
Very truly yours, 1.5 Division Youth Formation Coordinator (DYFC) refers to the
designated Project Development Officer handling the Student
NAME OF COM&QSSIOlifER Government Program, stationed in the Schools Division Office.
Letuner Government COMEA
Date of Signing; 1.6 External Sources of Funds refers to idie financial support or
funds coming from donations and fund-raising activities.
CERTIFICATlOir 1.7 General Plan of Action (GPOA)refers to the annual plan of co-
curricular and extra-curricular program s, projects and activities
This is to certify that the appointee has undergone a series of screening,
crafted by the officers of the SELG/SSLG and in consultation
validation, and deliberation processes as facilitated by the LG COMEA in pursuant with ail school clubs and organizations.
to the Learner Government Election and Appointment Code (LGEIAC).
1.8 Internal Sources of Funds refers to the financial support
provided by schools but not limited to School's Maintenance and
Moreover, all requirements and supporting documents submitted by the Other Operating Expenses(MOOE).
appointee ere valid and compliant to the standards and qualifications set by the LQ
COMEA.
1.9 Learners refer to individuals in elementary and secondaiy levels
who are the constituents of the SEILG/SSLG.
1.12 Official Docnmeiita refer to the documents duly signed and COMHURIICATION FOR APPOINTEB
released by the SELG/SSLG, e.g., financial reports, resolutions,
minutes of the meeting, official statement, activity reports. Date:
1.13 Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) refer to mandated, HAMS OF AFFOniTBE
recommended, and initiated programs, projects, and activities.
Mr./ Mb.
1.14 Quorum constitutes one half plus one of the total number <rf Greetings!
officers.
After careful deliberation of the Learner Govemment Commission and Elections and
1.15 Registration refers to the process of officially recognizir^ an Appointment (LG COMEA), and considering all qualifications required for the
individual or group as having a particular status or being position, you are hereby appointed as _•
qualified to perform a particular activity.
Upon consideration of this possible appointment, you are hereby requested to submit
the Appointment Reply ^p to the LG COMEIA.
1.16 Right/s pertain to legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom
or entitlement; that is, rights arc the fundamental normative If you are amenable to your appointment and upon submission of your Appointment
rules about what is allowed of people or owed to people. Iteply Slip, you will be requested by LG COMEA to sign your Appointment Form.
1.17 State of the Learner Govemment Addrees (SOLGA) refers to Thank you and con^atulations.
the activity to be cotiducted in the first and last quarter of the Very truly youi-s,
school year hi^iglLting the presentation of the GPOA and
accomplishments of the SELG/SSLG. KAHB OP COnmiSSIONBR
Learner Government COMEA
1.18 School and Operations Division (SGOD) of the
Schools Division Office refers to the office that supports and
capacitates schools and learning centers in ensuring a APPOINTMENT REPLY SLIP
conducive learning environment and in compliance with quality
standards of governance and operations. To lEARITER GOVBR»TllENT COMEA COMMISSIONER
1.19 Term refers to the length of time an individual holds aposition; Mr./ Ms.
and
Thank you veiy much for the opportunity of being part the Learner Govemment
of for School Year .
1.20 Tonth Formation Division (YFD) of the Departmejit of
Education (DepEd) Central Office is the office that provides For and in consideration of my possible appointment, I hereby
youth-serving units ;md organizations with responsive, learner-
centered, youth-oriented policies, standards, guidelines, ^Accept .Waive
programs, and projects which shall contribute to the holistic
development of learners who are value-driven, career-oriented, my appointment as of the Organizatian.
culturally rooted and socially responsible.
Again, thank >-ou for this opportunity!
Article IV
Sincerely yours.
"fPrinciples Oblectives and Policies
Section 1 The SELG/SSLG shall be the highest student governing body in the NAME OF APPOINTEE
school. Date;
Section 2 The SELG/SSLG shall be the forefront of Die learners' rights and
welfare; model of the learners' excellence; and representation of good
character and deep sense of moral values.
Section 3 The SELG/SSLG shall have the power that emanates from the student
body. It shall be autonomous, diplomatic, unified, and the highest
democratic representative of the student body.
Section 4 The SELG/SSLG shall uphold and adhere with the Mission Statement
of the Department of Education which is "to protect and to promote the
right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, culture-based, and complete
basic education where students learn in a child-friendly, gender-
sensitive, culturally aware, safe, and motivating entAronmervt."
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•F U 1.1 The Mission Statement of the Department of Education shall
(t X serve as the guide of the SELG/SSLG in working to serve the
□ |a best interest of the learners.
Section 6 The SELG/SSLG shall be oimmitted to adhere with the core values of
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Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makxikalikasan and Mckabansa, its principles,
and ideals into action through academic, socio-cLvic, and leadership
I□ PPAs.
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pertaining to the learners' concerns.
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7.5.1 To actively piulicipatc with the school mane^ement in
developing a learner-friendly, safe, and motivating
learning environment;
Enclosure 16. Communication for Nominee
To proceed with the process,you aie herelq'requested to submit the Nomination Reply
Section 8 The SELO/SSLG shall pursue, practice, and uphold at all times, the Slip indicating your take on the nomination within tliree (3| days upon receipt of this
prindples of good governance, the value of integrity, renouncing all letter.
forms of comiption and acts which are contrary to the rules and
Furthermore, if you are gunenable of the nomination, kindly submit the followu^
regulations of the school and the DepEd.
requirements:
a. Riotocopy of School Form 9(Learner's Progress Report Card);
Section 9 The SELG/SSLG shall encmirage open communication and dialogue b. Certificate of Good Moral Cliaracter; and
with all registered student organizations, learners, and other c. Introductory Profile (Elementary/Secondary)
stakeholders consistent widti its principles and. purposes.
The LG COMEA highly cncour^es your utmost support and participation on this
matter.
Section 10 The SELG/SSLG shall provide a channel for learners' opinions,
su^estions, grievances, and other concerns affecting their rights and Thank you.
welfare in the school.
Very truly yours,
Section 11 The SEL(3/SSLG shall remain accountable and transparent at all times
NAME OF CONIUISSIONBR
with all its transactions involving the interest of the learners.
NOMINATION REPLY SLIP
Section 12 The SELG/SSLG shall uphold a non-partisan and non-sectarian status.
To LISARNER GOVERNMENT COMEA COMMISSIONER
Section 13 The SELG/SSLG shall not engage in any form of or act which Date :
^Accept ^Waive
Article V
MembeTBhip my nomination.
Section 1 All bona fide learners of [njune of school) shall be the members of the Sincerely yours,
Learner Government.
NAME OP NOMINATED LEARNER
Article VI
Enclosure IS. Nomlastion Form BUI of Rights of Learners
1.4 Every student has the right to conduct and to actively participate
Learner Govemmenl COMEA ChiefCommissioner
in all school curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular
activities and programs that are child-friendly and conducive to
the optimum development of children's capacities.
To whom it may concern:
. flroin.
1.5 Every student has the right to informatitm on the policies, plans,
1 hereby nominate.
programs, projects, processes, systems, and other matters
(Grade Level/Section) for tiie position of in the Learner Qovernment of
concerning him/her.
(Name of School).
1.6 Every student has the right to suffrage, to ^ly for a position,
Asa bona fide learaer ofthis school, I solemnly swearthat through this nomination,every to nominate, and to be elected to office, and to exercise other
learner's voice is heard and represented in decision-making processes. I believe that he/she has electoral practices.
the necessary skills, experience,and quatities to serve in this position and make a positive impact
1.7 Every student has the right to responsible and independent and
on the student body.
peaceful student elections and student publications.
1.9 Every student has Oie right to recaU his/her chosen SELO/SSLQ
representatives.
1.10 Every learner has the right to due process, which includes the
right to be informed and the right to be heard on matters
affecting him/her.
1.11 Ev«ry student has the right to professional competence from Bnclosore 14. Oath of Office
teachers and school administration.
1.15 Every student has the right to equal, legitimate, and responsible
©atft of ©ffite
use of adequate, safe, clean, and efficient school facilities.
of.
filofc your fUU Name) (Name ofSchool)
Section 2 All other rights as specified in DO No.40,s. 3012 entitled DepEd Child having been elected/appointed as Of
Protection Policy and other issuances which are not specified herein are (your current position)
included as rights of the learners. ,do hereby solemnly swear that 1 will faithfblfy
(Name of Organisation)
Article Vn discharge, to the best of my ability, the duties and responsibiUties of my present
Dutlea and Oblleatlona of Leameni position; that I have clearly understood and will abide by the guidelines governing this
Section 1 Every lesmer has the responsibility to observe and uphold the lews of organization and of the issuances by the Department of Education; and that I impose
the Republic of the f^iilippines, the school rules and regulations, and this obligation upon myself voluntarily, without mental reservation or purpose of
this Constitution at all times.
evasion.
Section 2 Every Icsxner shall exercise one's ri^ts responsibly and in good faith.
So, help me Qod.
Section 3 Every learner shall support and promote the ideals, principles,thrusts,
and obje>:tive8 of the SELO/SSLQ,the School, and the DepEd.
Section 4 Every learner shall uphold the principles of good governance and value
of integrity.
Signature Over Printed Name
Section 5 Every learner shall endeavor to achieve academic excellence and shall
abide by the rules and regulations governing his/her academic
responsibilities.
Adminietering Officer
Section 6 Every lejimer shall pursue to nurture an inclusive, service-oriented,
gender-sensitive, culturally aware, and enviroiunent-conscious
community.
Section 7 Every lesimer shall abide by the Constitution and By-Laws of the SELG
and 881/3.
Section 8 EJvery learner shall support the SEIXl/SSLG mandated PPAs and the
official issuances of DepEd.
Section 9 Every learner shall strive to become a proactive and enabling member
of society and to contribute to the development of one's community.
Article VXn
Powers. Duties and Reiponalblllties of the SBLG/8SLG
Article IX
Composition and Term of Office of the 8MX1/SSLO
Section 1 The Officers of the SELG/SSLG are the duly elected President, Vice
President, Secretary, Treasurer, Auditor, Public Information Officer,
Protocol Officer, and Grade Level Representatives.
Section 2 Any SELG/SSLG Officer, except the Grade Level Representatives, shall
not be holding any other elective or appointive positions in other
student ciubs/organizations.
Section 3 The officijrs of the SELG/SSLG shall hold office for a period of one (1)
school year.
Section 4 The term of office shall start from the date the officer takes his/her
oath, until the successor takes his/her oath of office or until the end of
the incumbent SELG/SSLG's residency in the school as may be
applicable.
Article X
Dnties and Fonctlona of Learner Govemmeat OfScere
Section 1 The SELG/SSLG Preddeiit shall be the chief executive officer of the
SELG/SSLG. He/she shall have the followii^ duties:
1.3 call and preside over all meetings and/or may deragnate
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another officer to preside over a specific meeting;
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1.4 serve as an ex-offido member ofall created Ad-Hoc Comnuttees;
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1.5 enforce this Constitution and By-Laws, and other rules and
policies that may be promulgated; Is
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1.6 sign all the official minutes, project proposals, resolutions, CO 2
correspondences, and other official documents of the
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SELG/SSLG;
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1.7 represent the SELG/SSLG or designate his/her representative
for any external or internal affiairs/ftmctions;
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Section 2 The ^nce-Presldent shall have the foUowing duties:
□ I ^ 1.2 assume the Office of the President should the jaosition become
vacant;
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□ 1.3 supervise members in planning and arranging meetings or
programs of activities;
^ I I 1.4 serve as Chairperson of the Internal Affairs Committee; and
4.1 prepare regularly the 5nancial reports ofthe SEIXj/SSLO an<l safe
keep all documents for transparency and accountability;
Section 6 The Public Information Offlcer |PIO)shall have the following dudes:
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6.1 disseminate and promote the thrusts and o1::3ective8 of the % s
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6.2 build and maintain a o-edible image for the SELG/SSLG; I £
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7.1 assist the presidii^ officer in enforcing proper decorum during the
meetings;
7.2 assist in maintaining p<sace and order within the premises of the
school, if necessary;
Section 8 The Grade Level RepreseniCattve(s) shall have the following duties:
committees shall be appointed by the Chairperson of the Coordinating 0 Surname, First Name M.l.(Candidiate S] 0 Surname, First Name M.I.(Candidate 9)
0 SiUTiame, First Name M. I. (Candidate T| O Surname, First Name M. I. (Candidate
Council from among the Presidents of the registered clubs and
organizations. Grade 11 Reoreaentadve
0 Surname, First Name M.I.(Candidate U) O Surname, First Name M.I. (Candidate U)
O Surname, First Name M. I. (Candidate V) O Surname, First Name M. I. (Candidate V]
Section 7 The Exemitive Committee shall act as the administrative arm of the
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Coordimiting Council. cut here
Itame: Same:
Section 8 The Internal Affairs Committee shall be chaired by the Vice President Ondo and Ssctioit: (Srada and Beetlon:
Signalnire: Bifnatute:.
and co-chaired by the Treasurer and Auditor. This committee shall be Right Thumbmark: Right Thumbmark:
responsible for organizational matters such as finance management,
resource mobilization, budgeting and auditing, and training.
Section 11 The Rules and Constitution Committee shall be chaired by the Protocol
DUTIES AND RBSPONSIBILITIBS OF POLL WATCHERS Officer and shall ensure compliance with the Constitution and By-Laws
of this organization and all existing DepEd issuances related to youth
Poll watchers are individuals who are designated to observe the voting process during
affairs.
an election to ensure fairness and transparency. In learner government elections, poll
watchers may have the following roles and responsibilities:
Section 12 The Learner Activities Committee shall be chaired by the officer
a. Observe the vcting process: Poll watchers should be present at the polling appointed, by the Chairperson. This committee shall be responsible for
station during the entire votir^ process - from setting up to the closing of the the harmonization and coordination of all student-led activities.
polls. In case ol" a tiebreaker, the poll watchers shall also be present during the
process of the cletemiination of the winning candidate. Artlele Xin
Adviaer
b. Ensure fairness: Poll watchers should ensure that the election is conducted
fairly and impartially, and that all eligible voters are allowed to cast votes.
Secdcm 1 The School Head shall designate a qualified teacher as the SELG/SSLG
c. Monitor the voting equipment: Poll watchers should monitor the voting Adviser and endorse a copy of the designation to the Schools Division
equipment to ensure that it is functioning properly and that no tampenng or Office through the School Governance Operations Division.
manipulation tikes place.
Secticm 2 "Die endorsement and desi^ation of SELG/SSIG Adviser shall be done
d. Report any irregularities: Poll watchers should report any irregularities or every school 3reEir.
violations of election rules to the Grievance Committee.
e. Uphold integrity: Poll watchers shall maintain a good character or behave Section 3 The SELCt/SSLG Adviser must have the following qualifications:
accordingly and shall not do any campaign activities inside the polling precinct. 3.1 direct ejqserience in youth organuational management;
f. Keep records; Poll watchers may request a copj' of canvassed results. 3.2 good character and reputation in the school and community;
Overall, the role of poll watchers in the election is to ensure that the election process is 3.4 competent, able, and willing to work with the student leaders from
conducted in a fair, transparent, and impartial manner. planning to implementation of PPAs; and
3.5 sHflll have at least one (1) year residency in the school.
Section 4 The SELG/SSLG adviser shall have the following duties and
responsibilities:
4.3 Oversee all the SELG/SSLG's internal and external processes and
leadership practices;
4.4 Ensure the academic excellence, as well as the holistic welfare and
development of the SELG/SSLG officers;
4.7 Actively participate and coordinate with the Division ^'outh POLL WATCHER AUTHORIZATION FORM
Formation Coordinators through the School Head in the
(Authorization form for poll watchers is a document that allows designated /earners to
Implementation and management of SELG/SSLG-related activities in serve as poll watchers during an election.)
all levels of governance;
1,. _(insert name), authorize the
4.8 Facilitate the crafting of the General Program of Action (GPO.\) for following individuals to act as poll watchers on my behalf during
approval of the School Head. the (insert name of school) Learner Govermnent
Election on (insert date):
4.9 Submit reports and other pertinent documents for approval of the 1. Neime;
School Head, and copy ftimish the Schools Division Office through the Grade Level dt Section:.. Age:, .Gender:
Division Youth Formation Coordinators, if neccasary. Contact Number: Email Address:
Home Address:
4.10 The Adviserahip in the SELG/SSLG shall be equivalent to one (1)
teaching load pursuant to Republic Act No. 4670 and other relevant 2. Name:
Grade Level & Section: Age:, . Gender:
DepEd issuances.
Contact Number: Email Address:
Home Address:
Article XIV
Elections I certify that these individuals are acting on my behalf and are authorized to
observe the election process at the designated polling stations.
Section 1 The Learner Government Commission on Elections and Appointments,
herein referred to as the LG COMEA, shall soltily manage the elecrticns I understand that these individuals are not allowed to interfere vith the voting
and appointments of the Learner Government.
process and must adhere to all rules and regulations set forth b>- the Learner
Government COMEA.
Section 2 The LG C:OMEA shall enforce all rules and regulations; and administer Signed,
all proceedings and regulations relative to the cxuiduct of any other
matter that requires suffrage.
Signature ofthe Candidate Over Printed Name
Date:
Article XV
The Qenetal Assembly I do hereby state that I am knowledgeable of the rights and responsibilities of a poll
watcher as attached in this Poll Watcher Authorization Fram and will, in good faith,
Section 1 The General Assembly shall be composed of all bona fide learners ofthe comply with the provisions stated.
school.
Article XVI
Federations of the Supreme Elementary Learner Government
and Supreme Secondary Learner Gover?*"*»"t
SCREENING FORM [Appointment] Section 3 The National Federation of SELG/SSLG is composed of all Regional
(Hate: Thia i!creeT»ing Form shaU be ctecomplished by the Screening and Validation Committee.) Presidents of SELG/SSLG.
2.6 All disbursement shall lie made in accordtince with the programs, Required Docaments Ye* No
projects and activities of the SELG/SSLG embodied in the annual 1. The learner completely fills out the
General Plan of Action (GPOA) endorsttd by the SELG/SSLG Adviser Election Application Form {End. 6) and
and duly approved by the School Head. submits it on or before the deadline
2. The learner submits the following documents,
2.7 The SELO/SSLG shall enjoy the freedom to determine its priorities a. Introduciory Profile {EncL 7)
in the disbursement of its funds, provided that it shall be, directly, and b. Photocopy of School Form 9
exclusively used to support and/or finance the SELG/SSLG programs, [Learner's Progress Report Card]
projects, and activities aligned with the school's priority PPAs'. c. Certificate of Good Moral
QnallflcatloBs
2.8 The SELG/SSLG Pre8id«;nt and the TVeasuier shall be the signatory 1. the learner is enrolled in the current
of all fund disbursements of the SELG/SSLG. All fund disbursements school year.
must be accompanied with an SELG/SSLG iresolution noted by the 2. He/she has no failing grades in all
SELG/SSLG Adviser and approved by the Sdiool Head. All expenses subject areas.
must be supported by official and/or acknowledgement receipts. The 3. He/she is of good moral character.
School Head shall be provided with a copy of all the resolutiona relative 4. The p-ade level of the aspiring candidate
to the disbursements made is appropriate to the requirement of the
desired elective position. (Refer to End. 2.)
2.9 The SELG/SSLG, throu^ the Treasurer and the Auditor, shall
promulgate financial guidelines for proper financial management. With all the i-equired documents submitted by the aspiring candidate, the Learner
Government COMEA hereby declares him/her QUALIFIED NOT QUALIFIED
2.10 At the end of every activity, the SEDj/SSLG shall liquidate to run for the elections.
expenses before another disbursement. Without this, succeedmg
disbursements shall not be authorized. Funds of the SELG/SSLG shall
be audited by the Auditor and rechecked and verified by the schooTs
administrative officer or assistant at the end of the term of the
SELG/SSLG and at the end of every activity. In the absence of an
administrative officer or assistant, the SELG/SSLG adviser shall do the Verified by:
rechecking and verification.
2.11 Fmandal statements shall be duly noted by the SELG/SSLG CommisMionmr on SerMnlrv and Validation
Adviser, posted on the designated bulletin board eveiy month, piinted
Data: _ .
in every issue of the school paper, furnishing the School Head with a
copy.
Enclosare 7.2 tntrodiictory Proflle for Secondary l.evel
2.12 The SELG/SSLG shall submit a bi-annual financial report duly
noted by the SELG/SSLG Adviser to the School Head.
IHTRODUCTOinr PROFILE FOR SECORDARY LEVEL
ARTICLE XIX
DISCIAMER: This form, whiei\ contains the introductary profile of the tearrxer shall be utUaed by Learner Goverrwient Tran8Pg^*'««^Y Acco""*^mh*'Y
(XUEAfor election purposes in the Supreme Learner Oovemmem This alsi irifbms the concerned lettrner that t>)tsfirm
shall bepublished, ptsted, or dissemiriated in aityfrrmor/brrriat, u/hieheiMr is deemed t^ropriate. By s^inp thisfarm,
the concerned learner gives his/her consent to miliee all mfomation herein ijytheLO COMBA.
Secticm 1 Elected SELG/SSLG officers shall always uphold the best interest of
the oi^anization and act in accordance with existing laws, regulations,
The following statements serve as your profile shownng your interest and uniqueness policies, i^delines, and of this Constitution. They shall serve as role
that allow you to share your clear understanding about what 3rou can do as part of the models for the learners, demonstrating the DepEd Core Veilues of maka-
Learner Government. Diyos, Maka-tao, makakalikasan, at makabansa.
3. What is your vision of the Learner Government in 3 years'time? Removal. Reaignation and Vacancies
Section 1 Any officer may be removed from office for and conviction of, culpable
violation of this Constitution, excessive absences, failure to fulfill
duties, breach of confidentiality, other offenses that affect or
compromise the integrity of the SELG/SSLG-
Section 2 The following proced\ircs shall be observed in the impeachment of a Enclosure 7.1 Introductory Profile for Elementary Level
SELG/SSLG Officer:
findings and decision, and copy fttmish the SELG/SSLG Adviser and
the concerned SELG/SSLG officer witli his/her parents'/guardians'
attention a day after the conclusion of the investigation.
Section 3 Any SELG/SSLG Officer who has been removed from office shall be
disqualified from running for a position in any SELG/SSLG elections to
be conducted in the next two (2) school years, except for any registered 2. My ambition/sis/are
school clubs and organizations.
Section 4 Any SELG/SSLG officer may file a resignation letter to the Office of the
School Head.
Secticm 5 The school head shall verify the justification or validity of the reasons
for resignation of an SPG/SSG officer. Tlie school head shall determine
whether to approve or disapprove the resignation within five (5) school
days upon reajipt of the letter. 3. As a learner, I can develop a leamer-fiiendly and motivatit^;enrironment Ity
Section 6 Resignation of an elected SELG/SSLG officer shall take effect five (5)
school days after the approval of the Office of the School Head.
Slection 7 In the event of vacancy of the position ol'the SELG/SSLG President for
the reason of resignation, expulsion, impeachment, sickness,
permanent disability, or death, the Vk«-President shall immediately
assume the position.
Home Addresa: Section 4 Final Drsift of the Revised Constitution and By Laws formulated by the
XL LEARWBR'S ACADEBMC AND BEHAyiORAL ETATOE
YFD shall be concurred bj.' at least two-thirds (2/3) of all Division
1. Has no failirg grades in all subject areas Too Me Federation ofSELG/SSLG nationwide throu^ a duly signed Resolution
from respective Divisions.
Attested by:
Class Adviser Name A Signature Date:
Article XXn
2. Isof good mural character Tos Ho
Attested by; EsP/Guidance Coordinator Name Date: If part of this Constitution and By-Laws of Supreme Elementary Learner
& Signature
Kindly atttu^of^tocopy ofyour S^tool Form 9 Progress Card and Cert^icaie ofOood Moral Government and Supreme Secondary Le-amcr Government is invalid, all parts that
m. PASElfTAL COH8BHT are separable from the inveilid part remain in effect. On the other hand,if a certain
I, as a parent/ guardian trf"
will support his/her commitment to the Learner part, and if one part is held unconstitutional or invalid, all other parts are valid.
Government to the beet of my ability.
Article AXill
I am allov'ing him/her to participate in the programs, projects, and activities of the Supreme
Repealfiig Clanse
Learner Government.
1 agree and understand the commitment of my son/datighter and will support his/her Any provision or part of this Constitution and By-Laws of Supreme
endeavor to the Supreme Learner Ooveriiment.
Elementary Learner Government and Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall
be found to be in contrary or inconsisfrnt with the Constitution and Laws of the
Name and Signature of the Parent/Guardian Contact Number
Republic of the Philipoines, as well as with established or legitimate implementing
IV. CBRTIPICATION rules and guidelines and issuances caused or ordered to be formulated or issued by
I am filing this Election Appllcaticm Perm of the Supreme Learner Government for the school the «arm» to thc related offices of the Department of Education shall be deemed null
year and void.
I hereby certify that the facts stated herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
ArUcleXXIV
Signature of Candidate over Printed Name Etfeethrity
Rationale Venue:
The promulgation of Republic Act No. 9155 (RA 9155), or the Governance of Basic Attendee!
Education Act of 2001, provided the returns framework for decentralizing the (man 'vu'S ifneceaaaryl
governance of education to the field. The Department of Education (DepEd), through its
key reform thrust of School-Based Management (SBM), has continuously strived to Nsme Deelgaation Committee
empower schools and learning centers to effectively address access and quality issues
in biisic education. Through this policy, it is envisioned that the principles of shared
governance, efficient and effective School-Based Management shall be applied in all Meeting Hij^ights
schools, ensuring the delivery of quality education that is relevant to the context and (.Ttay add roios if neceaaa/yl
needs of every learner.
Agenda Discueaion points Agreements
In accordance with the DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2022, titled Child Rights Policy: Adopting
the Right-Based Education (RBE) Framework in Basic Philippine Education state.s that
in RBE-DepEld, programs pertaining to child protection, student governance and
participation, health and nutrition, and gender sensitivity, for example, are not viewed
as extra, disparate or peripheral programs in basic education. Instead, these programs
are c:ohesively and consistently treated as an integral part of basic education where the
right, to access education, right to quality education and right to respect and well-being
in tlie learning environment are indispensable, interrelated, and interdependent, and
Prepared by:
should all be realized through both the performance of obligations by duty-bearers, and
the active participation of children as rights-holders. SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME
Designation
With the efforts to recognize the role ofthe youth in nation-building, to encourage public Learner Government COMEA
and civic siffairs involvement, to promote student governance and parbcipatic>n, to
decentralize the governance of education to the field, to empower the schools to Noted by:
effectively address access and quality issues in basic education, and to mandate all
achcols to conduct the youth elections and ^pointments, the Department of Education, SIGNATURE OVER FRINTBD NAME
through the Bureau ofLearner Support Serrices-Youth Formation Division (BLSS-YFD), Chief Commissioner
has issued the Learner Government Electicn and Appointmeni: Code (LGEAC). Learner Government COMEIA
EneloBiire 4. Notice of Meeting
Section 1 These guidelines shall apply to all public elementary and secondary
TO NAMB/COACHITTEB
schools nationwide. It shall cover the establishment of Learner
Designation
Government Commission on Elections and Appointments (LG COMEA)
Learner Go^'e^lment COMEA
under the management and supervision of DepEd Office of Undersecretary
for Operations-Bureau of Learner Support Services-Youth Formation
FROM NAME Division.
Designation
Learner Government COMEA Section 2 Private schools and other institutions offering the K to 12 Basic Education
Program are also cncouragcl to implement these learner government
SUBJECT TITLE
elections and appointment guidelines.
VENUE Location of the Meeting
Definition of Terms
(e.g. Learner Government COMEA Conference Room)
DATE DD MM YYYY For the purposes of this policy, the following terms are defined as follows:
TIME HH:MM a.m./p.m. a. Candidate refers to the learner whose application for candidacy to an elective
position is qualified and is duly s^proved by the LG COMEA,
AGENDA (1)
(2)
b. Canvassing refers to the process of validating the official tally of votes of the
election.
d. Digital Election refers to the mode of election were voting procedures and
canvassing of votes are done throu^i an online platform.
g. Hybrid Election refers to the use of both digital and manual modes of elections.
h. Learner Oovemment refers to the Supreme Elementary Learner Government
(SELG) and Supreme Secondary Learner Government(SSLG) which served as the
highest governing body of all learners at the elementary and secondary levels
respectively.
Encloanra 3. Resolutloa
i. Manual Election refiers to a paper-based modaUty of voiing procedures and RB80LDTI0H EO.
canvassing of votes.
A RBSOLUTlOlt
(Subject of the Resolutiwi)
j. Political Party refers to an organized group of learners that is ofTidalty
recognized as being part of the electoral process and who can support candidates WHEREAS,(Provide the legal basis to support the content of the resolution.)
for elections. Ex. The Supreme Secondary Leamsr Government(SSLG)of{Name of Schoo^/ recognizes
the importance ofrepresentative leadership in promotirg the interests and welfare ofthe
k. Polling Precinct refers to a place ofliciBlly designated by the LG COMEIA where leamersi
the voters cast their votes.
WHEREAS,(Provide the details of the agreement of the body)
Ex. The election of learner government members is an important part of the democratic
1. Poll watcher refers to a learner allowed by a political party or an independent process and pmvides an opportunity for learner to participate in the governance of the
candidate to observe activities at the polling precinct. school;
m. Resolution refers to a written motion adopted by LG COMEA Commissioners. WHEREAS,(Provide a concluding i^tatement and approval of the body)
Ex. The candidates for the Supreme Learner Government have demonstrated their
n. Special Election refers to an election process conducte<l due to vacancy d commitment to serving the student l>ody and have presented their platforms and ideasfor
improfin^ learners'life;
certain positions in the Learner Govemroent, except for the President, either by
removal of the officer, death, or resignation. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED,(Restating the
agreement and approval)
o. Tabulating refers to the systematic counting, calculation and recording <3f Ex. That the Supreme Secondary Learner Government {SSLG) elections shall be held on
election results. IDatej in accordance with the procedures and guidelines established by the Learner
Government COMEA Commissioner;
p. Voter refers to a learner qualified to cast a vote in learner government elections.
RESOLVED FARTHER (Additional considerations for the agreements)
Ex: That the Learner Government COMEA Commissiontr on Electoral Board shall oversee
Article I
the election process and ensure that all candidates a^e afforded equal opportunities to
Declaration of Princiolce and Ohleetives present their platforms ofgovernment and ideas to theirfellow ieomers;
Section I The LG COMEA shall be the governing and implementing commission cn RESOLVED FURTHER (Additional considerations for the agreements)
learner government elections and appointments. Ex. That the /.^mer C^i«mmenf COMEA Commissioner on Electoral Board shall
announce the results ofthe elections to the learner government body, as scon as possible
after the elections have concluded and shall work with the newly elected learner
Section 2 The LG COMEA is founded on the principles of good governance, government leaders, and members to implement their initiatives and programs for the
participatory democracy, transparency, and accountability, in serving tlie betterment ofthe learner government body.
learner government.
Resolved UNANIMOUSLY this of. at
Section 3 The LO COMEA shall be the forefront of honest and clean learner
government elections and appointments. I HEREBY CERTIFY the correctness of the above-quoled resoluticm.
Commissioner/Member Commissioner/Member
Chief Commissioner
Section 5 The LG COMEA shall be the sole oommission to conduct meetings and
issue resolutions related to learner government elections and
f^pointroents.
6.1 uphold the core values, principles, and ideals of the DepEid;
6.2 set the rules and r^ulations of the IcEimer government elections
and appointments;
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6.5 pursue an independent and impartial stand that is congruent to
the learner government's Constitution and By-Laws; and
Section 1 CompositioD
The Chief Commissioner shall issue a School Memorandum designating the four (4)
commissioners of the LG COMEA. in the case of schools with limited personnel, the 1:1
6
Chief Commissioner may designate person nel who will handle multiple commissions.
aia a:®
In accordance with the existing DepEd policies, the LG COMEA shall have the followir^
duties and responsibilities;
5.1 en&rce rules and regulations, and administer the conduct of fair, honest,
credible, systematic elections and appointments;
5.2 deoide on the election modality to be used considering the preference of
the learners;
5.3 administer the conduct of fair, honest, credible, systematic elections and
appointments;
O CSiO
a> Bi
5.4 prepare and distribute the necessary LG ('OMEA election forms,
appointmtmtforms and other election related materials before, during, and
after the elections;
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5.5 approve or disqualify a candidate;
5.6 validate the electoral and appointment proceedings and results;
5.7 act on and resolve all complaints related to the elections and appointment
processes; I
5.8 conduct the proclamation of the new set of leai ner government oflicers; (a
.slim
and
5.9 keep and secure all pertinent elections and appointment documents.
11 III
Section 6 Duties end ResponslbUltles of the Commleslonere
6.1 The Chief Commissioner shall act as the Chief Executive Officer of the
commission and shall have tlie following duties:
Investigation/Deifcerstion
proclamatioriofthe new Notice of Meeting(End.4} 6.1.7 approve the composition of each committee and the total
3
set of Learner Minutes of the Meeting(End. 5) number of members from the teaching, non-teaching and
Government Officers. learners recommended and determined by each commissioner.
There shall be five (5) permanent committees of LG COMEA: Ewcutive, Screening and 8 Accomplishment of Appointment Form Appointment Form (End. 19}
Validation, Electoral Board, Appointment, and Grievance.
9 Prodsmalion and Oath Taking Ceremony Oath of Office(End. 14)
Section 1 The Executive Committee, composed of the Chief Commissioner and
appointed commissioners, shall act as the administrators in the
conduct of elections and appointments.
a. Eleclbn AppHcatbn Form(End. 6) 3.1 organizing electoral processes on the schedule of election activities, such
b. Introductory Profile(End.7.1) as;
Application Period: Submission of requited c. Certifbate of Good Moral
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forms and documents d. Photocopy of Sdiool Form 9 3.1.1 orientation on election processes;
(Learner's Progress Report Card) 3.1.2 election campaign;
3.1.3 distribution of sample ballots and election paraphernalia; and
3 Screening Process Screening Form (End. 8.1) 3.1.4 casting and tabulation of votes.
Resolutbn (End.3) 3.2 performing other duties and functions as may be assigned by the
4 Posting of Official List of Candidates Commissioner on Electoral Board.
Section 1 The Cominissioner on Grievance shall accommodate with utmost 2.1.4 For large schools, one Grade Level Representative for incoming
confidentiality all complaints, whether anonymous or with identified Grade 3 and two (2) representatives for eai:h incoming Grades 4-6
complainant, and disputes regarding learner government elections and must be elected.
appointments starting from the release of the official list of the candidates,
during the campaign period and election proper. 2.1.5 For mega schools, two (2) Grade Level Representatives for each
incoming Grades 3-6 must be elected.
Section 2 Any learner or political party who has the knowledge on the alleged
violation or offense, as described or defined in the article on Offenses and 2.2 The elective positions for the secondary level are the President, Vice
Sanctions, shall fill out the Grievance Form, as assisted by any member of President, Secretaiy, Treasurer, Auditor, Public loformation Officer, and
the Grievance Committee, whether anonymously or with his/her najne, Protocol Officer.
and submit it to the Commissioner on Grievance However, verbal
complaints shall not be entertained. 2.2.1 Regardless of the school type (small, medium, lai^e, or mega), only
one (I) President and Vice President shall be elected, and the
Section 3 Upon receipt of the accomplished Grievance Form, the Commissioner on qualified candidate(s) must be:
Grievance must inform the respondent about the complaint through the a. incoming Grades 9-10 for Regular High School (offering Grades
Communication for Respondent, copy furnished the class adviser, le;gal r-10)
guardian or parent. Upon receipt of the letter,the respondent shall provide b. incoming Grade 12 for Stand-alone Senior High School (offering
a written tixplanaticn regarding the complaint within 48 hours. However, Grades 11-12)
if the complaint has been submitted on the last school day of the week, c. incoming Grades 11-12 for Integrated School (offering Grades 7-
the meetir.g must be held on the next school day. 12)
Section 4 Whether tlie Commissioner on Grievance found the respondent/s guilty or 2.2.2 Regardless of the school type (small, medium,large, or mega), only
not guilty, the attention of the complainant/s,the respondent/s,and their one (1) Secretary, Treasurer, Auditor, Public Information Officer,
parents/legal guardians shall be immediately called. Protocol Officer must be elected, and the qualified candidate(3)
must be:
4.1 The Commissioner on Grievance shall convene separately the a. incoming Grades 8-10 for Regular Higli School (offering Grades
complainsnt/s and the respondent/s together with their respective ''-lO)
parents or legal guardians and class advisers to discuss the findings,final b. incoming Grade 12 for Stand-alone Senior High School (offering
verdict, and the corresponding sanctions or penalties if found guilty. Grades 11-12)
c. incoming Grades 8-12 for Integrated School (offering Grades 7-
Section 5 For recordkeeping purposes, the Commissioner on Grievance shall 12)
endorse all documents related to the filed complaints to the Commissioner
on Screening and Validation. Confidentially' must be strictly observed. 2.2.3 For small and medium schools, one (1) Giadc Level Representative
for each incoming grade level must be elected, and the qualified
ArtlelaXin candidate(s) must be:
Oflisnses and Baacttons a. incoming Grades 7-10 for Regular Higli School (offering Grades
■7-10)
Section 1 The offenses considered in this code are as follows, but not limited to: b. incoming Grade 11-12 for Stand-alone Senior High School
[offering Grades 11-12)
c. Incoming Grades 7-12 for Integrated School (offering Grades 7- Section 10 All Appointment Forms shall be consolidated and submitted to the Chief
12) Commissioner for approval.
2.2.4 For large and mega schools, two (2) Grade Level Representatives for Section 11 The LG COMEA shall proclaim the appointees after the approval of
each incoming grade level must be elected, and the qualified Appointment Forms.
candidate(s) must be:
a. incoming Grades 7-10 for Regular High School (offering Grades Article XI
Section 4 Each of the aspiring candidates for elections shall submit the following Section 3 Oath Taking of the new set of learner government officers shall take place
requirements: within school premises during a general assembly of learners as
scheduled by the LG COMEA and may also be done throu^ an online
4.1 Election Application Form (EAF) platform or livestream as approved.
4.2 Introductoty Profile for Elementary/Secondary
Section 4 A newly elected or appointed learner government officer with special
Section 5 The LG COMEIA shall regulate the establishment of political parties needs may recjuest assistance from the LG COMEA before the
through a resolution. A recognized and certified group of qualified oathtaking.
candidates may form a political party subject to the completion of
candidates to the elective position. However, any candidate with no Section 5 The Chief Commissioner or any authorized representative shall lead the
political party may run independently. <»thtaking of the new set of elected and/or appointed learner
government officers using the Oath of Office.
Section 6 After the evaluation, the official list of candidates shall be posted in A-isible
places in schools or be disseminated in accessible platforms aa determined Section 6 Subsequently for the in-person oathtaking, the n.ewly elected and/or
by the LG COMEA. appointed learner government officers shall sign their oath using a blue
wet ink and submit a duplicate copy thereof to the Screening and
ArtleleVl Validation Committee.
Campaign
Section 7 In case of virtual Oath Taking Ceremony, the ne^idy elected and/or
Section 1 Period. Unless otliervrise fixed in special cases by the LG appointed learner government officers shall submit an electronic copy of
COMEIA, the campaign period shall cover five (5) school days beginning their oath affixed with their signature using a blue wet ink in portable
from the announcement of the official list of candidates and ending document format(PDF)through email addressed to the Screening and
immediately a day before the election, if such is not possible to be carried Validation Committee within three (3) school days.
out, the campaign period may be extended to a period not more than eigjit
Section 1 The LQ COMEA shall ^point the learner government officer/s under any (8) school days.
of the following circumstances only:
Section 2 Ucdes of the Blection Campaign. Schools shall adopt the modality that
1.1 No learner filed an Election /application Form for all positions before the is applicable to their context.
election proper.
1.2 There is/are remaining elective position/s which is/are not filled laefore 2.1 For in-perscn campaigns, all candidates from a political party may engage
the election proper because tliere are no candidates for the position in a classi'oom campaign with a maximum of ten (10) minutes, and a
maximiim of three (3) minutes for independent candidates.
Section 2 Ifappointment is necessary, the Commissioner on Appointment shall post
the remeiining elective position/s for appointment in strategic places in 2.2 For virtual campaigns, the Electoral Board Committee shall regulate any
schools or be disseminated in accessible platforms as determined by the social media platform agreed upon by the LO COMEA.
LG COMEA immediately after the release of official list of candidates.
2.3 For the combination of in-person aind virtual campaigns, the Electoral
Section 3 Any learner may nominate possible appointees and submit a Nomination Board Conunittee shall regulate both modalities.
Form to the Screening and Validation Committee. Self-nomination is not
allowed. Section 3 Campaigns shall only be allowed during the presfzhbed period set by the
LG COMEA and done in such a manner that there is no disruption oi the
Section 4 The Screening and Validation Committee shall consolidate all Ncanination leaiTxing process and other school functions.
Forms and inform the nominated learners through a Communication for
Nominee. Section 4 All campaign materials must be regulated and approved by the LG COMEA
prior to posting, dissemination, and publication.
Section 5 Any learner who accepts the nomination shall submit a photocopy of
his/her School Form 9(Learner's Progress Report Card), Certificate of Section 5 Campaign materials shall only be posted in visible places in schools or
Good Moral Character, and Introductory Profile of their respective level accessible platforms as determined by the LG CCiMEA.
within three (3) school days c pen receipt of letter of nomination to the
Screening and Validation Committee. Article Vn
BUectloa Proper
Section 6 The Screening and Validation Committee shall screen the submitted
documents to the Appointment Committee. Section 1 The schedule of elections shall be in accordance "with the DepEd Calendar
of Activities and other DepEd issuances.
Section 7 The Appointment Committee shall proceed with the deliberation for the
purpose of shortlisting. The qualification for appointment shall be tlie Section 2 In case of disaster, calamities, pandemic, and otlier unforeseen events
Munp as the qualification for election candidacy. which will disrupt regular classes and subsequently affect the conduct of
elections, the LG COMEA,upon determination of the appropriate
Section 8 The Appointment Committee shall record the shortlisted learners in the modality, shall determine whether to reschedule the elections or to
Registry of Qualified Nominees and prepare respective individual proceed with the appointment, procedures.
Appointment Forms.
Section 3 The LG COMEA shall determine the number of polling precincts for the
Section 9 The Appointment Committee shall issue a Communication for Appointee voters and shall be opened within school hours with no noon break.
to the shortlisted nominees in the Registry of Qu alified Nominees
for the signing of individual Appointment Form. Section 4 Voters are allowed to bring the list of candidates to vote for but are not
allowed to discuss or influence other voters inside the precinct.
1.2 utilization of authorized equipment, programs, or platforms for digital
Section 5 Each political party or independent candidate is allowed to have one (1) elections; and
poll watcher in each polling precinct. 1.3 combination of the tvro preceding methods in hybrid elections.
Section 6 Poll watchers secure an Appointment Form and present it to the LG Section 2 Regardless of the mode of elections, the partial and unofficial results
COMEA during elections. containing the position, name of the candidates, and tally, may be posted
in visible places in schools or be disseminated in accessible platforms as
Section 7 Voters shall present a School Identification Card, or any alternative school determined by the Electoral Board Committee.
document as determined by the LG COMEA to the Electoral Board
Committee; as a requisite to vote. Section 3 The Screening and Validation Committee shall canvass the tabulateil
votes using the Election Canvass Form.
Section 8 The LG COMEA shall ensure that all polling precincts have the following:
8.1 an area that can accommodate voters; Section 4 In case of tie, a toss coin, draw lots, or other similar methods agreed
8.2 readily accessible equipment and materials; upon by all concerned candidates shall be done and facilitated by the Chief
8.3 displayed list of candidates; and Commissioner.
Section 10 The Electoral Board Committee shall prepare the ballots which shall Section 6 OfTtcial Results shall be posted in strategic places in schools or be
contain voting instructions, a list of candidates, space for the voter's disseminated in accessible pliitforras as determiried by the LG
thumb mark and/or signature for manual elections, and electronic COMEA.
identity verification for digital elections.
Section 7 For transparency purposes, photocopies of the duly signed canvassed
Section 11 For manual elections,the ballots in the polling precincts shall remain only results may be provided by the LG COMEA to the requesting poll watcher
under the supervision of the Electoral Board Committee until the casting of the political party or indepemdent candidate.
of votes is finished and the counting of votes begins.
Article DC
Section 12 For distal elections, the LG COMEA shall ensure the confidentiality ofthe Special Electione
partial results and shall only be announced until the casting of the votes
is finished. Section 1 The LG COMEA shall condud: special elections under any of the folljwing
circumstances only:
Section 13 For transparency purposes, the Chief Commissioner may issue an official 1.1 There is a vacancy of a certain position/s except for presidency during the
statement regarding the status of the polls. term of office.
1.2 The vacancy of position may be caused by removal from office, death or
Article vm resignation.
Tabulation and CanvaMlng of Votes
Section 2 Special eUictions shall adopt the rules and procedures of the elections
Section 1 The Electoral Board Committee shall tabulate the votes using the Election from previous articles.
Tabulation Form in the following manner:
1.1 ballot-by-ballot for manual elections; Article X
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