School Year 2010-2011 Classroom Orientation

Prayer:

Father of Light and Wisdom, thank you for giving us a mind that can know and a heart that can love. Help us to keep learning everyday of our life. Let us be convinced that all knowledge leads to you and let us know how to find you and love you in all the things you have made.

Encourage us when the studies are difficult and when we are tempted to give up. Enlighten us when our brains are slow and help us to grasp the truth held out to us. Grant us the grace to put our knowledge to use in building the kingdom of God in heaven.

As we begin school year 2010-2011 we ask your guidance and protection, send your Holy Spirit to each one of us that we may be obedient to our adviser, teachers and school officials. Help us Lord to see you in the life of our classmates. Make our last year in high school full of knowledge, memorable and something we can treasure in our hearts. We ask forgiveness for the shortcomings we have committed to you and to our classmate and help us become more responsible students and worthy to be called NAZAREANS.

We lift up to you Father our batch because we believe that apart from you we can do nothing. Sanctify us by the most precious blood of your son Jesus Christ, this we ask in the name of your son and our Lord. Amen.

Welcome toNAZARETH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF ANTIPOLO

The school highly recognizes with gratitude your preferential attention allowing us to serve your educational needs. With focus on Godliness, Nazareth has been, and will always be willing and ready, to bring out the best in you. Opportunities abound at until you find yourself well settled in the field of learning. Truly, there is always the comfort and encouragement as we keep you busy each class day.

As it was in the past, our main concern is to strengthen the home and school partnership. The school strongly suggests that you read and understand the school’s Statement of Faith, Mission and Vision statements, the Core Values (Nazarean Culture), and the institutional objectives. It will be to your advantage if you read and understand those that will, from time to time, be handed out to you as you experience your youthful years with this school.

Significant policies and procedures have been drawn for the Eight Edition of the Manual of Regulations for Private Schools (DECS Order No.92, s. 92), Basic Education Curriculum (2002 BEC), DepEd Order No. 35, s. 2005, and those approved by the school’s governing board are hereby published for the information and guidance of all concerned. Supervisory and

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regulatory policies and governance of basic education of DepEd released from time to time through the Division of Antipolo City are likewise made parts of the school’s operating system.

Finally, consider this handbook as your timely and ready reference. With your teachers and parents’ guidance, you will find easier ways of understanding Christ-centered instructional practices. The school’s dream is to make you a “vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work” (2 Timothy 2:21).

The Board of Trustees Administration and Faculty

May 21, 2010

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Statement of Faith

About God. We believe that God is the Creator and Ruler of the Universe, the first person of the trinity. We believe that God is the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that God is present everywhere. We believe that God as our Heavenly Father will provide for our physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

About Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus Christ is God incarnate (God in the flesh), the second person in the trinity. We believe that He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life and freely gave His life as the perfect sacrifice for sin and sinners. We believe that He is the only means of salvation. We believe in the bodily resurrection of Jesus from the dead and that He is alive forevermore. We believe He will return to the earth in the second coming.

About the Holy Spirit. We believe the Holy Spirit is the third person of the trinity, co-equal with the Father and the Son. We believe He is the Comforter who indwells the hearts of those who receive Christ for salvation; He convinces and convicts of truth and aids the believer in his/her spiritual growth.

About Mankind. We believe that all people are sinful and cannot make themselves good on their own. We believe that people are made righteous by accepting God’s forgiveness for sin through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. We believe that people are given a new life (born again) because of this relationship with Jesus Christ. We believe that salvation is a gift of God that is only received through faith, not by anything that a person can do.

About the Bible. We believe the Bible is the infallible and inspired Word of God. We believe that it is our only guide to show us what we should believe and how to live. We believe that it is for everyone to read, so all may hear God speak to their hearts and minds.

About the Church. We believe that the church is made up of people of every race, who have received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. We believe that Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church, and we who belong to Him are members of His body. We believe that the task of the church is to teach the Word of God and make Jesus Christ known throughout the world. We believe that the church has two sacraments instituted by the new covenant, baptism and communion.

About the School. We believe that Jesus Christ is the head of this institution, the child’s second home. Chosen and consecrated by the grace of God, Nazareth Christian School is likened to a deep well from which one may drink to quench his thirst for knowledge; a strong foundation where parents, teachers and students draw inspired leadership strategies and encouragement in pursuit of excellence.

About the Family. We believe that a family no matter how lowly it could be has every right and opportunity to unconditionally rear up its children, attend to and supply their needs during their formative years and beyond. As stewards, the family is obligated to serve the children in faith, hope and charity for God’s glory. It is noteworthy for the family to remember that by wisdom a home is built and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.

About the Children. We believe that the children are created in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. They are the supreme objects of God’s creation and His justification for the school and parents to care and support them. Children, above all, need to understand the spiritual truths and are dependent on God’s Spirit to enable them to do what is pleasing to God. The parents and teachers provide the courage and inspiration to make children creep through the light and rise.

I, the undersigned, have read the school’s Statement of Faith. I understand that enrollment confers upon the school to instruct my children in accordance to the Statement of Faith. _______________________________

Parent/Guardian’s Signature

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Date Signed _____________________

STUDENT’S PROFILE

Name: ________________________________________________________________________(Last Name) (First Name) (Middle Name)

Date of Birth: ______________________ Place of Birth:______________________________

Age on Last Birthday:________________ Sex:______________________________________

Complete Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Tel. No. __________________________ Cellphone:_________________________________

Father’s Name: _________________________________________________________________

Occupation and Workplace:___________________________________ Tel. No.___________

Mother’s Name:________________________________________________________________

Occupation and Workplace:___________________________________ Tel. No.___________

Other children studying in this school:

Name:_________________________________ Grade/Year______________

Name:_________________________________ Grade/Year______________

Name:_________________________________ Grade/Year______________

Name:_________________________________ Grade/Year______________

Name:_________________________________ Grade/Year______________

Your present assignment: Grade/Year_________________ Section:_______________________

Your class adviser is:____________________________________________________________

_____________________________ _____________________________ Father Mother

_____________________________ _____________________________Student Class Adviser

Vision

The Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo exists as a Christ-centered institution sharing Bible-based instructions with academic thrusts for the holistic development of young people, commits itself to the Biblical persuasions to “Train up the child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6).

Mission

1. To internalize among the students and their parents, teachers and support personnel the profound virtue of love of God; develop in them the sustained need of the Word as they develop Christian maturity and discipline.

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2. To train the young people to be productive members of the family; know and understand familial roots, culture and kindred ways and maximize the benefits of family solidarity in the spirit of caring and sharing.

3. To contribute significantly to the progress of the community and country in general, responsive to the thrust of the arts, humanities, science and technology, global ecology, governance and peace, a leader and channel of the ideals of Christian living.

Objectives

1. Lead the child to experience his personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Train him in the gentle virtues of faith, hope and charity.

2. Enhance the child’s relationship with his family and peers in an atmosphere of respect. Help renew and/or restore the family in the basic social structure where mutual care and solicitude are at its best.

3. Develop in the child his concern for the community and environment; significantly establish goodwill and understanding even maintaining the spirit of helpfulness in the neighborhood without loosing familial dignity and still assuring himself the sincere and enduring communal peace with his fellowmen.

4. Train him in the basic dutiful citizenship that he may learn to love his country more; encourage him to attain the values and skills that he may meet the broader challenges of higher education for productive socio-economic life in a global society.

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NAZAREANCULTURE

GODLINESS

HIGH RELATIONAL

SKILLS

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“Do not conform yourselves to the standards of the world, but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know

the will of God which is good and pleasing to Him and is perfect.”Romans 12:2

NAZAREAN CULTURE (Core Values)

Nazarean Culture (Core Values)

1. GODLINESS – (Maka-Diyos) High regard for the Word of God. More impressive than the ordinary person, deals with people the kind way. Believes and follows precepts and principles set forth by Jesus Christ.

2. INTEGRITY – (Matapat) Honest. Sincere. Righteous. Obedient. Works according to rules and standards of the job; evaluates performances of students objectively and not given to ‘favoritism’. Obligates himself to defend the school’s corporate identity and integrity. Abhors falsehood, cheating, stealing, spurious or illegitimate deals and never tries to mislead others. Accountable and responsible to the jobs assigned to him.

3. RESPECT – (Magalang) Honor. Esteem. Has high regard for the school’s vision, mission and objectives. Submits himself to the persuasions of the organizational chart; respects school officials, fellow workers elders, parents and students as he discharges his functions. Recognizes, understands and respects the rights and prerogatives of the children under his care.

4. HARDWORK – (Masipag) Persevering. Resilient. Productive. Keeps himself busy attending to the day-to-day needs of his job within the prescribed work hours, not prone to talks, phone calls and texting. Performs job well above and beyond the level of mediocrity. Always manifests a happy disposition in accomplishing assigned tasks with such enthusiasm to do a little more if needed. A hardworking employee is one who can do a good job, who wants to do a good job, and will always do a good job.

5. PRUDENCE – (Makabuluhang Pagpapasya). Sensible. Discreet. Sound Judgment. Not spendthrift in terms of words and resources. Plans carefully ahead of time. Has wisdom to solve or help solve organizational problems. Makes sound decisions even under trying circumstances based not only on company guidelines and rules but also on own intelligence tempered by common sense.

6. HIGH RELATIONAL SKILLS – (Mataas na Antas ng Pakikisama) Accepts others, superiors, peers, and subordinates willingly; always warm-hearted; always inclined to build bridges, not walls, for linkages and bonding; will always beam approvingly with people on righteous, sensible and productive issues. Very professional in words and action.

SCHOOL SEAL

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The school seal is basically circular, running endlessly around and enclosing within the pink field witnessing ministry with the Holy Bible at its center point with the parents and children who make up the Filipino family. This is an eloquent portrayal of God at work in pursuing the school’s vision (Proverbs 22:6). As He entrusts His chosen disciples to teach, counsel, and preach, Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo serves as the Christ-centered institution that caters Bible-based instructions to enhance spiritual and ethical values and academic preparations for productive lives.

The blue field represents salvation. Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo provides opportunities for the children starting from their formative years the way to deliverance from any form of dangers, misfortunes, denials and deprivations. Drawing strength in God’s wisdom, children are guided to hone themselves to be better each day and attain the best in them in the fields of science and information technology, environment, humanities, communication, culture and the arts. These children, as they try to make good their aspirations, will need prayers, sparks of enthusiasm, and efforts of their own to develop that for all they are worth, desire for freedom from want and hazards of earthly unrest, blessings and deliverance, in His time.

The red circle represents the discipleship ministry from whose Divine source radiates to all men the core Christian values through praise, service and commitment. Man has since obeyed His Lord and makes good in leading others to know and follow His plan.

COLORS OF THE SCHOOL

The official colors of the School shall be pink and blue.

OATH TO THE BIBLE

I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God’s Holy Word, I willMake it a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my pathI will keep it in my heart that I may not sin against God.

ALLEGIANCE TO THE CHRISTIAN FLAG

I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag and to the SaviorFor whose kingdom it stands, one Savior crucified, risen andComing again, to give life and liberty for all who believe.

NCSA Hymn

O beloved Alma Mater, we are true to youWe lift our voices in joyful chorus in praise of God our Father.

O guide us by your wise words as we fight to keep thy spirit upThough shall we depart by your ideals we do stand

Nazareth Christian School gladly we sing to you,We shall stand with pride, love and loyaltyFaithful to God, faithful to you

From our teachers to our classmatesLove, discipline and knowledge we gainBy your help we can strive for excellenceFor our Lord, our home and country.

Nazareth Christian School, our beloved Alma Mater As we raise your colors of pink and blueLet God’s name be glorified.(Composed by: Ms. Cristina Sophia C. del Rosario)

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PANATANG MAKABAYAN

Iniibig ko ang Pilipinas, aking lupang sinilanganTahanan ng aking lahi, kinukupkop ako at tinutulunganMaging malakas, masipag at marangal.Dahil mahal ko ang PilipinasDiringgin ko ang payo ng aking magulangSusundin ko ang tuntunin ng aking paaralanTutuparin ko ang tungkulinNg mamamayang makabayanNaglilingkod, nag-aaral, nagdarasalNg buong katapatanIaalay ko ang aking buhay, pangarapPagsisikap sa bansang Pilipinas.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEESMr. Jose A. Cadenas

Chairman

Board MemberMrs. Josefina C. Santos

VP, Academics

Board MemberDr. Jerson G. CadenasConsultant, Health

Svcs.

Board Member Mr. Jose A. Cadenas

VP, Phys. Plants & Props.

SCHOOL CHAPLAIN &

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR

Rev. Edgardo S. Cortez

Board MemberMs. Mary Rose G. Cadenas

NCSA PRESIDENT

ADMINISTRATOR /ACADEMIC

CONSULTANTDr. Cesar A. Santos

Board MemberMrs. Normita G.

CadenasVP, Finance

FINANCE OFFICER/CASHIER

Mrs. Consuelo G. Salvador

CHIEF OF RECORDSMs. Lorainne T. LopezPRINCIPAL

Mrs. Josefina C. Santos

BLDGS. FACILITIESMAINTENANCE &

REPAIRSMr. Jose A. Cadenas

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLMs. Carolina C. Ortiz

Coordinator

HIGH SCHOOLMr. Arbi B. Rafallo

Coordinator

PROPERTY CUSTODIANMr. Roy G. Baxal

SCHOOL CLERKMrs. Leizl L. Clariza

LIBRARIANMrs. Leonor B. Diamante

HEALTH SERVICESNurse Anamarie B.

Rivera

AUDITING(On Call)

SECURITY SERVICESMr. Miguel P. TadinaMr. Mario S. Ramos

TRANSPO & FACILITIES

MAINTENANCE(On Call)

LEGAL COUNSEL

PRESCHOOLMs. Arlene L. ManongsongCoordinator

ACCOUNTANTMrs. Amalia B. Bungcayao

MAINTENANCEMr. Julieto U. Gudio

Mr. Fernan Paler

Dep EdAntipolo City

NCSA – Organizational ChartSchool Year 2010 - 2011

Admission/Transfer/Residency Requirements

New Student:

1. Required to fill up an Application Form for Admission duly signed by both student and parent/guardian.2. Has to pass an entrance examination to establish baseline data.3. Undergoes personal interview in the presence of parent/guardian.4. Presents original or photocopy of birth certificate.5. If transferring from other school, submits original report card (Form 138).6. If Form 138 shows academic and/or behavioral delinquency, the school may opt to reject admission or temporarily accept him under probation with parent’s full understanding and memorandum of agreement.7. The school requires regulation haircut of 2x3 (clean cut) for preschool, elementary and & high school.8. Accomplishes Registration Form with 3 copies of 1 x 1 colored ID pictures.9. Pays tuition and miscellaneous fees.10. Goes to the Library for books, uniform and school supplies.11. Registrar’s Office releases admission form.

Old Student:

1. Presents original copy of Form 138 of previous school year.2. If Form 138 shows academic and/or behavioral delinquency, the school may opt to reject re-admission or temporarily accept him under probationary status with parent’s full understanding and memorandum of agreement.3. Follows regulation haircut (clean cut) as prescribed.4. Accomplishes and submits Registration Form with 3 copies of ID pictures.5. Pays tuition and miscellaneous fees.6. Goes to the Library for books, uniform and supplies.7. Registrar’s Office releases admission form.

Foreign Student:

1. Submits photo copy of Alien Certificate of Registration for those granted permanency in residence.2. Presents permit from the DepEd for non-permanent residents.3. Submits scholastic records from the country of origin with certified interpretation

to English.4. Presents certification of eligibility for admission and placement by DepEd.5. Follows schools regulation haircut (clean cut).6. Accomplishes of registration forms and complies with ancillary requirements.7. Registrar’s Office releases admission form.

Transferring Student:

1. NCSA accepts any student transferring from other schools provided he personally presents himself accompanied by parent/guardian; has valid transfer credential from previous school; has certificate of good moral character issued within the last three months.

2. Will abide by the school’s regulation haircut.3. Transferring student coming from known ‘war-torn’ locality is accepted if the reason

for transfer is due to situation beyond control, i.e., armed conflict in the community, natural calamity in original place, as certified by previous school or local official.

Residency for High School Graduating Students

1. A minimum of one year residency in the Fourth Year subject to existing school policies on promotion, a student is allowed to graduate and granted the high school diploma.

2. Transferring student accepted within the last school year is allowed to graduate with diploma if the reason for transfer is due to situation beyond control, i.e., armed conflict in the community, natural calamity in the original place.

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Curriculum

Preschool

The early beginnings of Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo saw the offering of Preschool subjects aimed at preparing the toddlers for formal schooling. NCSA mustered a small group of school administrators and teachers to prepare the curriculum for Nursery, Kindergarten I and II. The productive experiences of the group gave way to a curriculum design presented to and approved by the Department of Education to start with. The next years thereafter were dedicated to the enrichment of the curriculum to insure that pupils are trained in the basic subjects of the early years. Performance standards were readily established to facilitate appraisal.

Now integrated with the school’s cognitive development are some educational practices which were already proven to enhance spiritual, social, emotional and physical growths. In like manner, the school has given special attention to both aesthetic appreciation and creative expressions while going through these youthful years.

The school year 2010-2011 now brings about exciting challenges to teachers, pupils and parents not only in the academic field but also in the areas of play, recreation and children’s sports. Past experiences have shown children even as strong that our children, in company with their parents, can very well be parts of the school’s ‘performing arts’.

Toddlers Nursery

Language and Literacy Development Reading Writing Mathematics (Numeracy) MAPEH (Music, Arts, Phys. Ed. & Health) Christian Living and Values Education (CLVE) Filipino Conduct

Kindergarten 1 & Kindergarten 2 Language and Literacy Development Reading Writing Science Mathematics (Numeracy) Filipino MAPEH (Music, Arts, Phys. Ed. & Health) Computer Education (for Kinder 2 only) Christian Living and Values Education (CLVE) Conduct

Elementary School

Conformably with the 1992 Education Law and Private Schools: A Practical Guide for Educational Leaders and Policy Makers by Ulpiano P. Sarmiento III, Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo still adopts the Basic Elementary Education curriculum of 1992 without prejudice to the innovations in elementary education. Corollary to this persuasion, the NCSA still considers the present elementary educational practices in Grades 1 to 6, as still very much in need of developmental skills in English. School heads and teachers recognize the difficulties that pupils face in learning English as a language and at the same time using it as a medium of learning. There is now a valid reason to improve oral, aural, reading and writing skills. The school also found the wisdom in the recommendations contained in Department Order No. 35, s. 2005 and made much use of the same in reinforcing contents. The present curriculum has been enriched to include the child’s awareness of and responsiveness to the change of society and to prepare him for constructive and effective involvement in the community affairs. Subjects include:

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English Science and Health Mathematics (Arithmetic) HEKASI (Heograpiya, Kasaysayan, Sibika) Filipino THE/Computer & Home Economics MAPE (Music, Arts & Physical Education Christian Living & Values Education (CLVE) Co-Curricular Activities Good Manners and Right Conduct Conduct

Secondary SchoolSecondary Education (High School) allows the continuity of the objectives of elementary

education, provides for use and extension of the tools for further exploring and acquiring intellectual, social, moral and physical concepts, ideals, attitudes and skills in order to develop the whole human being. In 2002, however, when the BECs curriculum was adopted, a good amount of changes have to be made particularly in the level of communication skills of the students. Remedial sessions with peer groups and language facilitators have to be adopted to “jump-start” what were left behind. With new approaches to language teaching, good amount of learning have taken place over the last few years. Students have become more dynamic and active.

Credits Earned 1st-3rd 4th

English (Grammar / Literature) 1.5 1.5 Science & Technology

(Earth, Biology,Chemistry, Physics) 1.8 1.8 Mathematics (Elem/Int Algebra, Geometry,

Trigonometry, Calculus, Statistics 1.5 1.5 Araling Panlipunan 1.2 1.2 Filipino 1.2 1.2 THE(Computer (Tech. & Home Economics 1.2 1.2 MAPE (Music/Arts, Phys. Ed.), CAT 4 1.2 1.5 Christian Living & Values Education (CLVE) .6 .6

10.2 10.5Revised Homeroom Guidance Program (RHGP)Conduct

Spiritual Activities

Over and above the Department of Education’s mandated learning areas, the school offers opportunities to students to experience spiritual activities as integrated in the school curriculum. While NCSA respects all kinds of religious persuasions, it encourages all students to participate in the sets of banner programs and spiritual activities for the entire school year. These are carefully designed sets of activities for the students to learn and enjoy. The overriding aim is to put God first in all learning experiences, one sure way of developing spiritual and ethical values of children during their formative years. It is in this spirit that NCSA provides continuity of ‘character refinement’ earlier started and allows the traditional home-grown-values and character manifest perceptively both at home, school and in the community. In close partnership, the school and parents, and the students themselves, want godliness to be the heartbeat of the Nazarean School of Antipolo

Co-Curricular Activities

At the very outset, Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo has offered a wide range of co-curricular programs and activities every school year. More particularly, these programs are intertwined with the cognitive development areas. Children are always in search for more school activities beyond the normal classroom work. They will always love to share ideas, talents, and later, qualitative work and play. Role playing is one superb way of developing children. They

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become even more restless when denied the opportunities in choral recitations, dramatic contests or shows, musical performances and the like. No wonder, they find delight in challenging their growing intellect to think, problem solve and communicate. Undoubtedly, co-curricular activities challenge the students to higher order of thinking and learning skills. One of the goals of NCSA is leadership training – to build young boys and girls to become leaders who will always want to keep themselves “up-front” and catch up sights of the new days and beyond. The high school boys and girls are maturing past and beyond the ‘hump of mediocrity’ and now willing to do better study, better work, better relationship for a better future. And the school, teachers and students have always kept themselves challenged. In fact, the school President has tasked each of the school personnel to take active role and produce positive results in the world of the academe, happily engage and strengthen themselves in the field of sports, and learn and enjoy the beauty and wonders of the performing arts. And all these are new challenges the students and parents will be happy to bring about to the Division of Antipolo and to such other organized communities of Rizal and the Metro-Manila areas. Everything jives with this school year’s banner program, “vessels for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for very good work” (2Timothy 2:21). School Attendance

1. Students are required to attend classes regularly and on time.2. A student who has incurred 20% of the total number of school days shall be dropped from

the school roll (DepEd).3. Attendance in programs, ceremonies, general assemblies and other school spiritual

functions that may take the place of classroom instructions is required.4. Cutting classes or excessive tardiness in any grading period will affect his grade in

Conduct, and may also be a ground for suspension or expulsion from the school. A 3-day tardiness report is equivalent to one (1) day absence.

5. The school ID should always be on proper display whenever student is in the campus. A student who persistently violates this specific rule may be allowed entry into the campus but personally referred by the teacher/adviser to the office of the Principal or Administrator who shall arranged for parents to come and help attend to this specific problem.

On Visitors and Parents 1. Visitors/parents on official inquiry are requested to sign the logbook and must secure the ‘visitor’s pass’ from the security personnel before proceeding to the Office of the Principal for any transaction. The Visitor’s Pass must be worn at all times while inside the school premises. 2. They are not allowed to transact business directly with the teachers during class hours in the Classroom nor with the teacher in the faculty room. The faculty room is for exclusive use of the teaching personnel only. Conference with teachers to discuss their children’s progress should be done after classes or during free periods after prior notice has been arranged with the Office of the Principal. 3. Parents are not allowed to take out their children from classes. 4. Parents and visitors must wear decent and proper attire. In visiting the school, no shorts,

undershirts, and slippers allowed. 5. Bringing foods to the classroom is strictly prohibited. 6. Parents/guardians waiting for the official dismissal of their children are requested to stay and wait at the designated area.

Leaving the Campus NCSA is responsible for the whereabouts of its students during school days.

Pupils/Students are expected to stay in school campus from the time they arrive until dismissal time, including the time for approved school activities. Parents/Guardian and students are mandatory to adhere to the following procedure in early dismissal:

1. A written request from parents/guardian must be submitted to the class adviser and must be noted before the adviser submits it to the School Principal for approval.

2. A student is granted approval for an early dismissal only for very serious and unavoidable circumstances.

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3. A student who is advised by the school nurse to go home due to illness will be issued a ‘Dismissal Slip’ by the school nurse to be signed by the class adviser and School Principal. The adviser/school nurse will notify the parents/guardian and advise them to personally fetch their child from school.

4. A student may be allowed to leave the school campus only upon presentation of the Dismissal Slip signed by the class adviser and School Principal to the guard- on-duty at the gate before he/she leaves.

Note: The school reserves the right to disapprove a request for early dismissal for reason other than emergency.

School Fees, 2010-2011

1. All school fees, tuition and miscellaneous fees, exclusive of school uniform and textbooks are regulated by the Department of Education. Parents and students are given the assurance that the regulatory power of the Department of Education on school management and operation, including charges on tuition and miscellaneous fees are at par with the prescribed standards (MRPS 1992 and that of the NCSA).

2. Parents of preschool pupils are allowed only two modes of payment, cash or semestral. Those in the Grade and High School departments are allowed four (4) modes; cash, semestral, quarterly and monthly. Discounts are applied on tuition fees only.

3. Tuition fee discounts for honor students:- first honors 75%- second honors 50%- third honors 25%- fourth honors 20%- fifth honors 15%

4. Discounts on tuition fees are allowed for legitimate brothers and sisters studying in this same school:

- 1st child no discount- 2nd child P200.00- 3rd child P300.00- 4th child P400.00- 5th child 100% discount on tuition fee only

5. Children of Missionaries/Pastors studying in this school are allowed 20% discount on tuition fees.

6. Children of permanent employees of this school are allowed 50% discount on tuition fees.

7. Modes of Payment, School Year 2010-2011:a. CASH PAYMENT (strictly upon enrollment only) 10% discount on Tuition Fee.b. SEMESTRAL

Upon enrollment Pay the amount as scheduledOctober 5, 2010 P 9,000.00

c. QUARTERLYUpon enrollment Pay the amount as scheduledAugust 5, 2010 P 3,500.00October 5, 2010 P 3,500.00December 5, 2010 P 3,500.00

d. MONTHLYUpon enrollment Pay the amount as scheduledJuly 5, 2010 P 2,000.00August 5, 2010 P 2,000.00September 5, 2010 P 2,000.00October 5, 2010 P 2,000.00November 5, 2010 P 2,000.00December 5, 2010 P 2,000.00

8. Refunds on tuition fees are allowed only to those who paid cash upon enrollment according to the following schedule:

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a. 80% refund if the student drops out within 2 weeks after the official start of classes.

b. 40% refund if the student drops out within 4 weeks after the official start of classes.

c. No discount is allowed after the student has dropped out after a month after the start of classes.

9. SurchargesAdditional dues will be charged by the school for the following

a. Late Payment – Payments not paid on due date shall be subject to additional ____charge for every month thereafter per school policy.

b. Late Enrollment – After the regular enrollment dates, all enrollment will be considered late except for those on summer remedial classes.

c. Returned Checks – For those who have paid in checks, payment is considered confirmed only after the check is cleared.

10. Guidelines for withdrawal of Student Reservation a. Parents/guardians are required to submit a letter of request addressed to the school

principal indicating the date, complete name and grade/year level of the pupil/student and reasons for withdrawal.

b. After the approval of the School Principal the letter should be forwarded to the Accounting Officer/Office.

c. A refund may be claimed after five (5) working regular days from receipt of the letter duly approved by the School Principal.

11. IMPORTANT. In the event the student/parent fails to settle his financial obligation or property responsibility on time, the school will reserve the right to withhold the issuance of credentials or any certification related thereto.

School Uniform and Good Grooming

1. Basic School Uniform – Students are required to come to school in prescribed school uniform with ID anytime of the day. A student is strictly denied entry to the school campus if he violates this particular regulation.

1.1 Uniform for Preschool

Boys:o Pink Terno (Polo & Short Pants) with NCSA Logoo Blue Terno (Polo & Short Pants) with NCSA Logoo Plain Black low-cut leather shoes with plain white sockso Plain White Sando for undershirt

Girls:o Pink Terno (Blouse & Long Pants) with NCSA Logoo Blue Terno (Blouse & Long Pants) with NCSA Logoo Plain Black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks

1.2 Uniform for Elementary School

Boys:o Light blue polo with NCSA logoo Navy blue short pants (for Grades 1to 3)o Navy blue long pants (for Grades 4 to 6)o Plain black low-cut leather shoes with plain white sockso Plain white Sando for undershirt

Girls:o Dress with NCSA logo (plain pink top with ribbon/checkered pink skirt)

Plain Black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks

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1.3 Uniform for High School

Boys:o Light blue polo with NCSA logoo Navy blue long pants (not maong or satin)o Plain black low-cut leather shoes with plain black sockso Plain white t-shirt for undershirt

Girls:o Dress with NCSA logo (plain pink top with ribbon/checkered pink skirt)o Plain black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks

1.4 PE Uniform

o NCSA white t-shirto Navy blue jogging pants with NCSA printo Rubber shoes for boys and girls

All students who have PE for a particular day are required to wear the prescribed P.E. uniform for the whole day. If ever there is a need to change, they could choose any of the following:

a. Another P.E. t-shirtb. White t-shirt or any approved NCSA t-shirtc. Any other t-shirt or pants will not be allowed within the school premises.

1.5 Haircut, hairstyle, make-ups inspection1.5.1 To facilitate good grooming and discipline among male students, haircut

inspection is done every first Monday of the Month. The school has prescribed haircut for boys to be two by three (2x3) clean cut for all Preschool, Elementary and High School, no fancy hairstyle, no hair coloring nor shaving of head is allowed.

1.5.2 Make-ups are not allowed at all times except when authorized on organized school presentations.

1.5.3 Wearing of faddish accessories are strictly prohibited (i.e. wearing of earrings, tunnel earrings, boring holes on tongues or in any part of the body, no camps for boys and girls.

1.5.4 No tattoos on any part of the body; colored nails are prohibited.

1.5.5 As part of the Nazarean family, students are expected to showcase the essence of cleanliness and neatness of the school uniform and good grooming in the school at all times. It is during these formative years that NCSA wants to continue the parents’ concern over physical and mental health to prevent undue stress and strain at this early age.

1.5.6 Non-compliance to the prescribed haircut on the inspection day which is scheduled on the first Monday of every Month will be made by the school official barber if the haircut is not 2x3 and the amount of Php 60.00 will be charged to the students.

Grading System

NCSA adopts a grading system for preschool, grade school and high school guided by the persuasions of Ulpiano P. Sarmiento III, the Eighth Edition or Manual of Regulation for Private School of 1992 as amended. Some pertinent provisions are reprinted in this handbook for the information and guidance of all concerned. Referral has also been made to a certified copy of the enclosure to DepEd Order No. 22, s. 2003 and finally, reference is also made of DepEd Order No. 35, series of 2005 specifically Enclosures Nos. 1-5.

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1. Under the Philippine education system, schools whether public or private, have the inherent power to impose the standards of scholastic achievement for its students and to eliminate anyone who fails to meet the desired norm.

2. “Grading System” refers to the system of mark used by a teacher to evaluate the academic quality of a student’s work in a course, subject, assignment, or examination. The most common grading system is the numerical or percentage system which usually ranges from 70% (the lowest passing mark) to 95%.

3. Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo uses the averaging system for its preschoolers while it uses he cumulative grading system for the elementary and secondary levels “which requires the computation of the student’s cumulative average (the average of his grade in each course). To pass and earn credits for subjects taken, he should receive a final cumulative average of 75% for each subject. Promotion in the secondary level is by subject and not by the school year, a student who receives a cumulative average of less than 75% for one subject fails it and must repeat; although as such, the Manual does not require the student re-enroll for the entire school year.”

4. “Standards of scholastic achievement, as set by NCSA, school rules, policies and regulations make it incumbent upon every student to exert his utmost in his education in every way.” For purposes of treatment of test raw scores, the school adopts a transmutation table that shall readily challenge every student to rise above the level of mediocrity.

Measures of Performance in the Preschool Level

NCSA Preschool Department adopts the averaging system of grading. The rating for each learning area in a grading period is the average of all the ratings entered in the class record under each measure of achievement multiplied by the corresponding weight. The average of all weighted averages is the student’s rating for the First Quarterly Period.

1st Quarterly Period Weight Ave. Final

Quarterly Test 25% 88 x .25 = 22.00Mid-Quarter Test 15% 82 x .15 = 12.30Quizzes / Seatwork 15% 84. x .15 = 12.60Class Recitation/Involvement/Co-Curricular 25% 82 x .25 = 20.50Homework’s/Assignments 05% 84 x .05 = 4.20

Projects/Art Works 05% 84 x .05 = 4.20Conduct/Attendance 10% 86 x .10 = 8.60Computed weighted average, 1st quarter of a subject = 84.40Grades of other subjects are treated in this same computation.The average of all weighted averages is the student’s rating for the First Quarterly period.

Measures of Performance in the Elementary School Level

 

Filipino /

English

Science & Technology Math

A P / HEKASI

H E L E

M A P E H

Comp.

C L V E / G M R C

1, 2, 3 4, 5, 6

Quarterly Test 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25

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Mid-Quarter Test 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15

Quizzes 15 15 15 15 15 10 10 15 10

Class Recitation

Involvement /

Speech Lab.

10

1020 20 20 30 10

20(Behavior

& Attendanc

e)

10 20

Homework 5 5 5 5 5 1010

seatwork5

5seatwork

Project(s) 10 1010

research

10 10 15 15 10 10

Seatwork 10 1010

laboratory

1010

laboratory

20 5

Conduct / Attendance

5Behavi

or5 10

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Total 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

Measures of Performance in the High School Level

 

Filipino /

English

Science & Technolog

yMath

Araling Panlipuna

n

THEComputer

M A P E H

C L V E

Quarterly Test 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25

Mid-Quarter

Test15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15

Quizzes 15 15 20 15 15 15 15 10

Class Recitation

Involvement / Co-Curricular

15 15 20 30 10 10 10 20

Homework / Seatwork 10 10 10 5 20 5 10 10

Project(s) / Research 10 10 10 10 10 10

15activities

10

Laboratory /

Attendance / BehaviorConduct

10 10 10 2010

behavior10

Attendance 5

Total 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

Credit 1.2/1.5 1.8 1.5 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 .6

Selection of Honors (For Non-Graduating Pupils/Students)

1. The following criteria and the corresponding relative weights shall be used in determining the honors for non-graduating students.

1.1 Academic Excellence (7 points)

Academic excellence for non-graduating students shall be based on the general average of the cumulative ratings for the learning areas in the curriculum year. The final grades should be completed before the last three weeks of the school year and should be based on the work done during the last grading period.

1.2 Co-Curricular activities (3 points)

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Performance in the co-curricular activities covers the achievements of the candidates in all the activities, active participation in authorized student organizations or clubs, outstanding awards in recognition of the actualization of what had been learned from school, travels in relation to school work and other civic activities.

The rating shall be based on the combined assessments of all the teachers of the candidate in the curriculum year.

2. Any member of the non-graduating class shall be a candidate for honors if he/she meets the following requirements:

2.1 Candidates for honors, at any grade or year level shall be drawn from the top ten (10) pupils/students of the school. They must have a general average of 88% and no grade lower than 80% in any subject.

2.2 To determine the top ten (10), pupils/students shall be ranked using the 7-3 point scheme (7 points for academic performance and 3 points for co-curricular activities).2.3 Only the grades in the current curriculum year shall be considered in the ranking of honor pupils/students. Transferees shall be considered in the ranking provided they are enrolled not later than the second week of classes of the current School Year.2.4 The final rating shall be computed to the three decimal places. In case of tie, candidates shall both be declared in the same honor ranking.2.5 All candidates for honors must be of good moral character and have not been subjected to any disciplinary actions within the current School Year.

2.6 In case of protest, it shall be filed by the candidate with his/her parent or guardian to the School Head within five (5) working days from the final announcement and shall be settled by the school selection committee within five (5) working days from the filing of the protest.

Medals for Honor Students Academic Excellence is strictly emphasized through giving of honors to the first five (5)

top excelling pupils/students who obtain the highest general average (First Honors, Second Honors, Third Honors, Fourth Honors, and Fifth Honors). To qualify for the Honor, the pupil/student must have no grade lower than 80 and must have a general average of 88 or above.

Meritorious awards will be given to deserving pupils from all grade/year levels at the end of school year during the recognition rite ceremony.

Subject Distinction Awards (For Non-Graduating/graduating Pupils/Students) A Bar pin is awarded to the pupil/student in each grade/year level who manifests

commendable performance in the following subject areas and at least B grade in conduct: Mathematics English Science Christian Living Education Araling Panlipunan Computer Education

Special Awards Best in Conduct

Possesses the traits of a true Nazarean and serves as a role model to other pupils/students in terms of academic, discipline, co-curricular activities and has shown generosity, service and loyalty to the school as evidenced by his/her work.

Best in Performing ArtsAwarded to the pupil/student who manifests excellence in the field of arts,

whether visual (painting, sculpture, design or graphic), performance (dance, theater or music) or literary (poetry or prose) and in other related fields.

Athlete/s of the YearThe school presents the Athlete of the Year Award to the most outstanding

student/s of the school in whatever sports or combination of sports, whether competitive

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or not; and exemplifies the ideals of healthy and honorable sportsmanship or has brought honor to the school.

Bar Pin of Recognition At each commencement, the school presents this award to the graduating

pupils/students who are members of NCSA Band who have shown remarkable, dedication, and valuable service to the different school spiritual activities.

SELECTION OF HONORS (For Graduating Pupils/Students)(Certified true copy of Enclosure to DepEd Order No. 92, series 2009)

1. Candidates for honors, at any grade or year level shall be drawn from the top ten (10) pupils/students of the school. They must not have a final grade lower than 80% in any subject.

2. To determine the top ten (10), pupils/students shall be ranked using the 7-3 point scheme (7 points for academic performance and 3 points for co-curricular activities).

3. The pupils/students’ grades in the previous curriculum level shall not be considered in the ranking of honors for graduating pupils/students.

4. Only the grades in the current curriculum year shall be considered in the ranking of honor pupils/students. Transferees shall be considered in the ranking provided they are enrolled not later than the second week of classes of the current School Year.

5. The final rating shall be computed to the three decimal places. In case of tie, candidates shall both be declared in the same honor ranking (both as valedictorians, salutatorians and so on).

6. All candidates for honors must be of good moral character and have not been subjected to any disciplinary actions within the current School Year.

7. In case of protest, it shall be filed by the candidate with his/her parent or guardian to the School Head within five (5) working days from the final announcement and shall be settled by the school selection committee within five (5) working days from the filing of the protest.

PROCEDURE IN THE RANKING OF HONOR PUPILS AND STUDENTS(Enclosure to DepEd. No. 92, series 2009)

1. The following shall be based in determining the honors:1.1 Academic Excellence (7 Points)

Academic excellence shall be based on the general average of all tnhe learning areas in the curriculum year. The procedure for ranking based on academic excellence as follows.

1.1.1 Compute the average of each learning area up to three decimal places.1.1.2 Get the average of the grades of all learning areas.1.1.3 Rank the candidates according to their average.1.1.4 Multiply the rank by 7 points.

Illustration

Name of Candidates Average of Grades in the Learning

Areas

Rank Weighted Rank

A 91.345 1 7B 91.258 2 14C 90.390 3 21D 90.012 4 28E 89.891 5 35

1.2 Co-Curricular Performance 3 Points)

Co-curricular performance covers the achievement of the candidates in all levels (school, division, regional, national and international), active participation in authorized student organizations or clubs, outstanding awards in recognition of the actualization of what has been learned from school, travels in relation to school work, and other civic activities.

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The rating shall be based on the combined assessment of all the teachers of the candidate in the curriculum grade/year.

1.2.1 Get the composite rank (sum of all the ranks given by the raters) of each candidate.1.2.2 Rank the candidates from the Highest to the Lowest sum.1.2.3 Multiply the rank by 3 points

Illustration

Name of Candidates

Activities Composite Rank

Final Rank

Weighted Rank

1 2 3 4 5 6A 1 1 5 3.5 2 3 15.5 1.5 4.5B 2 4 4 3.5 1 1 15.5 1.5 4.5C 4 5 1 1 3 4 18.0 3 9D 5 2 2 3.5 4 5 21.5 5 15E 3 3 3 3.5 5 2 19.5 4 12

1.3 Final Ranking

3.1 Add the weighted ranks of the pupils or students3.2 Rank the sums from the Highest to the Lowest.

Illustration

Name of Candidates

Academic Excellence

Co-Curricular Performance

Total Rank

A 7 4.5 11.5 1B 14 4.5 18.5 2C 21 9 30.0 3D 28 15 43.0 4E 35 12 47.0 5

Thus, in the above case, student number 5 is adjudged the Valedictorian, number 4 is Salutatorian.

3.3 The final selection and announcement of honor students shall be made not later than 15 days before the recognition rites/commencement exercises. After review of the Academic Board, the President may cause the announcement of the honor students for the year.

3.4 Protests should be filed within five (5) working days before the recognition/graduation rites and shall be settled at the division level only not later than three (3) working days before recognition/graduation.

Competitive ExaminationsA competitive examination in tools subjects namely English, Mathematics, Science,

Filipino and Araling Panlipunan will be given to a student who is a candidate for academic Honors. To qualify for this examination 1. The student must be one of the first top ten pupils/students who obtain the highest general average. 2. The student must have a general average of 88 % in 1st, 2nd and 3rd quarters and no grade

lower than 80% in any subject. 3. The student must not have disciplinary record for the current academic year, and

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4. The student must not receive tutorial service from any NCSA faculty or staff.

The Leadership Awards At each commencement, the school presents four (4) leadership awards: two for the

seniors and two for grade 6 pupils, consisting of a gold medallion. These awards are given to the members of the graduating class who: 1. Has shown exemplary leadership qualities and active involvement in school, particularly

the NCSA Student Gov’t. 2. Have exhibited notable performance in implementing programs and projects and in delivering services for the school and nearby community. 3. Have best promoted the school and student welfare during their studies in Nazareth. 4. Have had the most outstanding participation in co-curricular activities. 5. Have a general average of 85% or better, with no failing grade in any academic subject. 6. Must have no record of misconduct or misbehavior. The NCSA Outstanding Nazarean Award

This Award consisting of a gold medallion is given to the member of the graduating class (Elementary School and High School) who throughout his/her school life in NCSA had practiced the traits of an ideal Nazarean..

The awardee is selected based on the following criteria:1. Best exemplify and translate the NCSA Core Values (Nazarean Culture) and serves as a role model to other students in terms of Christian discipline. 2. Uses his/her abilities to promote camaraderie and school spirit among all students.3. An outstanding record in co-curricular activities.4. No record of misconduct or misbehavior.

5. No failing grade in any subject and must not have a grade lower than 80% in any subject.

Other AwardsAchievements of graduating pupils/students in special academic disciplines and in special

curricular areas such as athletics, performing arts etc. shall be given recognition during the graduation rite ceremony.

Biblical Reasons for Discipline

- …because the Lord disciplines those He loves, and punishes everyone He accepts as a son. (Hebrews 12:6)

- Endure hardship as discipline: God is treating you as a son. For what is not disciplined by his father. (Hebrews 12:6)

- If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline) then you are illegitimate children and not true sons. (Hebrews 12:8)

- Our fathers disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, that we may share His holiness. (Hebrews 12:10)

- No discipline is pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been tried by it. (Hebrews 12:11)

NCSA Code of Discipline

1. The student is reminded that he is first and above all created in the image and likeness of God. Good manners right conduct is the mark of a well-bred, well-educated Christian.

2. An NCSA student, in addition to secular books required by the school, is obligated to possess and bring his own Holy Bible in school daily.

3. A student who comes to Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo is expected to live and study according to the school’s core values and attain the Nazarean character. The core values are Godliness, Integrity, Respect, Hard Work, Prudence and High Relational Skills. Once the student is in Nazareth, he is known for the core values he professes.

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4. The NCSA is the student’s second home. He is now considered a member of the Nazarean family. As such, he will study, work and play with teachers and students in the spirit of respect, caring and sharing. He is expected to observe proper decorum in all classrooms, offices, Chapel Hall, Library, Laboratory, Clinic, Canteen and other function rooms.

5. For school year 2009-2010, in close cooperation with the parents/guardians, the school will aggressively pursue the students’ internalization of the godly character and conduct among all Nazareans, not merely wished for or thought of, but done at all times in many ways. They become “vessels for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.”

6. Each teacher will maintain the highest degree of professionalism while attaining his passion for excellence and passing this on to his pupils/students, thereby making himself truly a “vessel for honor.”

7. Gentlemanly or ladylike behavior, attire in conformity with prescribed school uniform or in appropriate decent attire on special occasions, are expected of the NCSA students while in the attendance in school functions and approved off-campus activities. As godliness is the heartbeat of the Nazarean community, courtesy, politeness and clean language reigns in and out of the classrooms.

8. NCSA student regards school properties with care. He is also expected to keep the building and campus clean and orderly. Littering in and out of the classrooms is taboo in Nazareans. Vandalism in any form is strictly prohibited.

9. Use of any school facilities beyond classroom work must first be approved by the school administration. The school reserves the right to regulate and check incoming or outgoing properties through the Property Custodian.

10. The exercise of the rights to dissent by the student must not infringe upon the right of the school officials, staff, teachers, and students in carrying out their official duties and functions.

Disciplinary Sanctions/Actions

The classroom teacher is primarily responsible for setting up a school environment conducive to learning. As discipline is precedent to learning, it is incumbent upon the classroom teacher to set the tone of behavior the students must experience while in the classroom with you or elsewhere in the campus. This is done not in terms of imposition but in the spirit and friendly acceptance and cooperation with one another. There is no room for a teacher to be an authority figure who makes of fear to discipline students.

Violations of the NCSA Code of Conduct are first attended to by the classroom teacher. Continuous and unattended violations within the subject teacher’s responsibility may cause the teacher negative sanctions by either the Class Adviser or the Coordinator or the Principal. The Coordinator and Class Adviser jointly help in solving cases while there is enough time.

Further delay in the resolution of case, especially those involving school and parents may be brought to the attention of the School Administrator for early resolution. In cases where possible exclusion may result to any student with problems, a joint resolution of the Administrator, Principal and the Spiritual Director, subject to the approval of the President, will spell out the decision on the case in question. Only the President of NCSA can rule on the suspension, exclusion or expulsion of any erring student. The following will guide the Coordinator, teacher-adviser and the teacher on disciplinary sanctions:

Offenses and their Corresponding Sanctions. The following acts are considered offenses under this code, violations of which shall be dealt with the following corresponding sanctions.

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OFFENSES DISCIPLINARY ACTION1. Carrying/fighting with the use of deadly

weapons resulting to physical injuries to others inside the school campus or its immediate vicinity.

1ST Offense – Violation report, conference with parent/guardian.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, counseling sessions.3rd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian, Suspension

2. Disregard, disrespect, or verbal or physical assault of school authorities, teachers, staff, or visitors/parents at the time.

1st Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, suspension.2nd Offense or subsequent offenses – Exclusion

3. Possessing alcoholic beverages and cigarettes, pushing, trafficking, selling narcotics and prohibited drugs for the purpose of indulging in the same in school or in field trips, educational tours, spiritual retreats and off-campus sports activities.

1st Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian.2nd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

4. Immoral acts such as pre-marital sex, lasciviousness, indiscriminate display of homosexuality such as embracing, petting, kissing, holding hands, necking, and others of the like.

1st Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, counseling sessions.2nd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension/dismissal.

5. Organizing or engaging in riot/mob resulting to injuries to persons and damages to school properties.

1st Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, payment of the damaged property/properties, counselling.2nd Offense or subsequent offenses – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

6. Organizing or membership in unauthorized youth organizations or so-called “fraternities” or “sororities” whose objectives are perceptively doubtful.

1st Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, counseling sessions.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, suspension/dismissal.

7. Unauthorized use inside the campus of non-educational materials such as playing cards, sports cards, walkman, disk man, cd’s toys like bay blades.

1st Offense – Violation report, community service.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, confiscation, conference with parent/guardian.3rd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, community service.

8. Cutting classes to indulge in nearby malls or recreational center elsewhere, computer and video games, ‘counter strikes’ and such other games inimical to the development of Christian discipline.

1st Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, community service, counseling sessions.3rd or subsequent offenses – conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

9. Extorting money or in kind, gambling irrespective of amount or in kind, stealing of valuables/meddling with personal properties of others.

1st Offense – Violation report, conference with parent/guardian.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, community service, counseling sessions.3rd Offense or subsequent offenses – Conference with parent/guardian,

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suspension.10. Forgery of parent’s signature in report card,

reply slips, excuse letters and notices. Forgery, tampering with school records, falsification of school documents.

1st Offense – Violation report, community service.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, counseling sessions.3rd or subsequent offenses – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

11. Cheating in school examinations (quizzes, unit or quarterly test, final test), homework, lying or deception.

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1st Offense – Violation report, 65% in cheated exam., conference with parent/guardian. 2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent, 2 hours community service, counseling sessions.3rd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

12. Possessing, distributing pornographic materials in school or in service vehicles.

1st Offense – Violation report, conference with parent/guardian, 2 hours community service.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent, counseling sessions.3rd offense – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

13. Unauthorized reproduction of school records and use of the corporate seal.

1st Offense – Violation report, conference with parent/guardian.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian.3rd Offense- Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

14. Tampering with the school bulletin board notices and personal belongings.

1st Offense – Violation report, 1 hour community service.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian.3rd Offense or subsequent offenses – conference with parent/guardian, suspension .

15. Possessing firecrackers and other pyrotechnic wares.

1st Offense – Violation report, conference with parent/guardian2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, 2 hours community service.3rd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian, suspension.

33.Use of foul, profane and abusive language at any time and place in the school campus or at any gathering elsewhere of NCSA

1st Offense – Violation report.2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/ guardian, 1 hour community service. 3rd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian, counseling session.

34.Any act that may cause disruption, distraction and disturbance of the normal conduct of the educational process.

1st Offense – Warning 2nd Offense – Violation report.3rd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian.A student who consistently manifests disruptive behavior during class discussions may be sent out of class and be sent by the subject teacher to the school chaplain for counseling. The teacher will write a note stating the disruptive behavior of the student and gives this note to the class president who accompanies the student to the school chaplain.

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35. Loitering in corridors and littering/unsanitary acts specially in the school canteen.

1st Offense – Warning2nd Offense – Violation report, 1 hour community service.3rd Offense – Performance appraisal report, counseling sessions.

36. Male students entering comfort rooms for female and vice versa.

1st Offense – Warning2nd Offense – Violation report3rd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian

36. Wearing earrings (for male students) sporting colored hair.

1st Offense – Violation report2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, counseling sessions.3rd Offense or subsequent offenses – conference with parents, suspension.

37. Lending, borrowing or using I.D. belonging to another.

1st Offense – Violation report2nd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian3rd Offense – 2 hours Community service.

38. Outright disobedience of the classroom procedures.

1st Offense – Violation report2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, counseling sessions.3rd Offense - Conference with parent/guardian, Suspension

39. Without I.D., improper display of I.D, tampering/mutilating and altering.

1st Offense – Violation report, payment of Php. 50.00 for temporary I.D/ Php.100.00 for I.D. replacement. 2nd offense – Performance appraisal report, conference with parent/guardian, counseling sessions.3rd Offense or subsequent offenses – Parent conference, suspension.

40.Tardiness, a student who arrives in school after the flag ceremony.

1st Offense –Warning2nd Offense – Temporary restraining admission 1 hour Community service.3rd Offense – Violation Report, Conference with parent/guardian, Counselling sessions4th Offense or subsequent offenses – Performance Appraisal Report,

Conference with parent/guardian, suspension

On DisciplineSection 74, Article XIV Manual of Regulations for Private Schools

Every private school shall maintain good school discipline inside the school campus as well as outside the school premises when engaged in activities authorized by the school.

Section 75, Article XIV Manual of Regulations for Private SchoolsSchool officials and academic personnel shall have the right to impose appropriate and reasonable disciplinary measures in case of minor offenses or infractions of good school discipline committed in their presence. However, no cruel or physical harmful punishment shall be imposed or applied against any pupil or student.

AbsencesSection 73, Article XIV Manual of Regulations for Private Schools Absences

A student in every private school who incurs absences of more than twenty percent (20%) of the prescribed number of class or laboratory periods during the school year or term should be given a failing grade and given no credit for the course or subject. However, the school may adopt an attendance policy to govern absences of its pupils or students who belong to the upper half of their respective classes.

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Registration and Tuition ChargesSection 77. Rules on Registration

The enrollment of students in every private school shall be conducted during the registration days indicated on the approved calendar and the pertinent procedures of the school and subject to this rule. When a student registers in a school, it is understood that he is enrolling for the entire school year for elementary or secondary course.

Section 66. Tuition Fee ChargesA student who transfers or otherwise withdraws, in writing, within two weeks after the beginning of classes and who has already paid the pertinent tuition and other school fees in full or for any length longer than one month may be charged ten percent of the total amount due for the term if he withdraws within the first week of classes, or twenty percent if within the second week of classes, regardless of whether or not he has actually attended the classes. The student may be charged all the school fees in full if he withdraws anytime after the second week of classes

Sanctions on Erring StudentsSection 77. Article XIV Manual of Regulations for Private Schools Categories of

Administrative Penalties. The three categories of disciplinary administrative sanctions for serious offenses or violation of school rules and regulations which may be applied upon an erring pupil or student are: Suspension, Exclusion and Expulsion.

Suspension. Suspension is a penalty in which the school is allowed to deny or deprive an erring student of attendance in classes for a period not exceeding twenty (20%) of the prescribed class days for the school year or term.

The decision of the school on every case involving the penalty of suspension which exceeds twenty (20%) of the prescribed school days for a school year or term shall be forwarded to the Regional Office concerned within ten days from the termination of the investigation of each case for its information.

Preventive Suspension. A student under investigation in a case involving the penalty of expulsion may be preventively suspended for entering the school premises if the evidence of guilt is strong and the school head is morally convinced that the continued stay of the student during the period of the investigation constitutes a distraction to the normal operations of the school or poses a risk or danger of the life of persons and property in the school.

Exclusion. Exclusion is a penalty in which the school is allowed to exclude or drop the name of the erring pupil or student from the school roll for being undesirable and transfer credentials are immediately issued. No prior approval of the DepEd is required in the imposition of the penalty. A copy of the decision is submitted to the DepEd to give it a chance to review these documents in case the aggrieved student files an appeal.

Expulsion. Expulsion is an extreme penalty on an erring pupil or student consisting of his exclusion from admission to any public or private school in the Philippines and which requires the prior approval of the secretary. The penalty may be imposed for act of offenses constituting gross misconduct, dishonesty, hazing, carrying deadly weapons, immorality, selling and/or possession of prohibited drugs such as marijuana, drug dependency, drunkenness, hooliganism, vandalism instigating or leading illegal strikes or similar concerted activities resulting in the stoppage of classes, preventing or threating any pupil or student or school personnel from entering the school premises or attending classes or discharging their duties, forging or tampering with school records or school forms and securing or using forged school records, forms and documents.

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A copy of the decision together with the supporting papers shall be forwarded to the regional Office concerned within 10 days from the termination of the investigation of each case.

School’s Security ServicesThe school has under its employ its own security guards who are tasked by the school to

maintain a round-the-clock security of the building, properties, personnel and students thereat. Likewise, the guards are the indispensable guardians in keeping peace and tranquility in the campus as teachers, support staff and students keep themselves busy with the teaching in learning processes. The following are some specific details.

1. Teachers and students are required to have an ID each to insure smooth entry into and exit from the school compound.

2. When students are already in the campus according to their class programs, no one is allowed to leave the campus until after class hours.

3. Unless given permission in writing, no group of students and teachers are allowed inside the campus during Saturdays and Sundays or during the holidays.

4. Parents who are personally known to and identified by the guard and waiting for their school children are allowed in the area allotted for them, but not allowed to enter the children’s classrooms without the Principal’s permission.

5. Parents/guardians who cater lunch for their children usually deposit the food at the security guard’s area from where the students will draw their meals at noon.

6. Eating is not allowed anywhere in the school compound except in the canteen.

7. A visitor who wants to do business with the office is still requested to have himself identified by the guard. When allowed, signs the logbook, and given a gate pass. He returns this gate pass upon leaving the place.

8. School properties set to be taken out of the compound or those which are taken into for the use in the academic activities during class days or worship services as on Sundays become the responsibility of the security guard assigned and the Pastor assigned at the time.

ON MISCELLANEOUS DISCIPLINARY PROVISIONS: On Requests for Drop-outs or Transfers

1. A student who wants to drop out or transfer from school is required to submit a letter of intent from his parent or guardian to the teacher-adviser. Teacher-adviser personally confirms the intent with the parents, helps parent/student prepare the Drop-out form. After confirmation, the teacher endorses the letter to the Registrar who issues a clearance form to the student for accomplishment. Once accomplished, the student is invited, preferably with a parent or guardian, to undergo exit counseling with the Spiritual Director.

2. A periodic conference with parents is called by the school to discuss status of student’s school performance. Parents therefore, are obliged to honor said invitation.

3. Parents/Guardians who accompany their children are expected only up to the waiting area. Conference with the Principal, the Spiritual Director, or Class Adviser shall be pre-arranged.

On Suspension of Classes or Shortening of periodsThe school follows the directive issued either by the NCR or Region IV depending upon

which announcement is made first through different radio/TV stations.1. All public holidays are non-school days. While students are not in classes, security and

janitorial personnel however are required to maintain their posts except when allowed to leave the school compound for valid reasons.

2. In case of inclement weather, when Typhoon signal No. 1 is raised, all classes at the Pre-school level are suspended. When typhoon signal no. 2 is raised, all classes at the Grade School and High School levels are suspended.

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3. Continuous rains may cause flooding in certain areas of the community. The students are not expected to be in school if classes are in session at the time.

4. Suspension of classes or shortening of periods are always communicated to the parents by the school through the phone either the day before or on the same day or the most expedient way.

5. If suspension of classes is announced before 10:00 in the morning, classes will be dismissed after recess or lunch depending on the discretion of school authorities. The parents will be notified by the class adviser so they must come to fetch their children the soonest possible time.

6. Students may go home earlier only when their parents fetch them or there is an authorized transportation/school bus to bring them home.

Suspension of classes during examination days.The test to be given upon the resumption of classes shall be the same scheduled subjects

that were not taken during the suspension.

On Students Using Cellular phones in the SchoolThe school discourages parents I allowing their children to bring cellular phones in

school. Communication facilities between home and school are extensive and school heads see no need of utilizing cell phones for domestic calls. Likewise the Department of Education does not allow pupils and high school students to use cellular phones while in school. The school reserves the right to confiscate any cellular phone brought into the school. Only the parents can retrieve confiscated cellular phones from the school at the end of regular day of the moth.

On Time Frame for Submission of ProjectsAssigning students to do quarterly relevant and viable projects, individually or by groups,

is an authentic and performance- based assessment. Quarterly project will be given by the subject teacher at the start of every quarter during the distribution of working plan. Simple but procedurally designed and constructed, projects must be submitted to the teacher ten (10) regular school days before the scheduled examination (Mid-Quarter and Quarterly tests) to avoid reviewing their lessons. Failure to submit the required project on time will give the pupil/student a failing grade of 70.

On TardinessPunctuality is to be observed by all students not only during the regular classroom

activities but also in any other sessions officially called for by the school. In the particular case of daily attendance, a student is late (tardy) when he is not in line formation during the morning flag ceremony at 7:00.

5. If a student incurs three (3) instances of tardiness in a quarter, he/she will be given the first violation report.

6. If the student has incurred four(4) instances of tardiness in a quarter, he/she will be given the Performance Appraisal Report to be discussed with parents/guardian during the conference..7. After incurring five (5) instances of tardiness, he will be given the disciplinary

action to be imposed by the school; parents are sent for immediately for conference.

*A pupil/student who comes to school after the flag ceremony or first period must present a formal excuse letter written and signed by his/her parents/guardian to the class adviser for record purposes and signature and must be presented to the Department Coordinator for the Admission Form.

* Recurrent tardiness will be reflected in the student’s conduct grade* A student who comes to school after the first period without valid reason and excuse

letter from the parent/guardian will not be admitted to attend classes. Parent will be notified to fetch his/her child.

On After Dismissal PeriodOn the basis of the approved class program for S.Y. 2010-2011, all classes, except the

Preschool, start at 7:00 in the morning. Dismissal time for Grades 1 to 3 is 12:30 P.M., for Grades 4 to 6 and High School, 3:20 in the afternoon. Students are not allowed to remain in

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school after dismissal time. In case the child needs to remain in the school premises for the purpose of practices of any school related activities parents will be notified ahead of time through official communication letter signed by the concerned authority. Class adviser and/or /teacher-in-charge of the activity/ies should inform the Office of the Principal of the names of the students and teachers who are permitted to stay in school up to the prescribed number of hours. Students once officially dismissed are prohibited from coming back to school.

On Tests1. All accounts should be settled before examinations. No students will be ‘allowed/refused’ to take the tests without examination permit. ‘No Permit No Exam. Policy.’

2. In case a student is not able to settle financial obligation before the examination, he/she may be allowed to take the examination on the strict condition that the parent/guardian seeks approval from the accounting office and to that effect executes a promissory note. PROMISORY NOTES should be presented to the accounting office at least three (3) days before the first day of examination.

3. A special schedule is observed during the quarterly examinations. Pupils/students are not allowed to stay in school after the test.

Special Examinations 1. A student who fails to take the scheduled regular quarterly examinations may be allowed to take special mid-test and quarterly examination upon submission of a letter of excuse from his/her parents/guardians. This letter must be submitted to the class adviser and must contain the reasons for his/her failure to take the scheduled examinations. If the said failure is due to illness, a medical/doctor’s certificate must be attached to the letter of excuse. Students are only allowed to take two (2) special examinations.

2. The class adviser then informs the Office of the Principal and issues the permit to take the special examination. The student pays a fee of Php. 50.00 per subject at the accounting office for the special examinations. In case of special examinations in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th quarters, a permit is also required.

3. A student who fails to take special mid-test and quarterly examinations after five (5) regular school days will mean a failing grade of 65% in the tests; computations of grades will be based only on the other measures of weight of performance of the pupil/student.

Moratorium on ActivitiesAll school activities are suspended one (1) week before the examinations so that students

can concentrate on their preparations for the tests.

On TutorialsTutorial service of an NCSA teacher to any particular student in the same school is not

only discouraged but disallowed per se by the school administration for valid reasons. If any parent requests one of the teachers to do tutoring service to her child of any grade level, she is politely refused for reasons of delicadeza. It is the school’s wish that the parents and faculty may accept this particular sanction in good faith.

On-Campus IDNo pupil/student is allowed to go out of the classroom between classes without

permission of the next subject teacher. Pupil/student is required to wear ON-CAMPUS ID if he/she will use the washrooms and needs to return to the classroom within 3 minutes. Failure to wear the On-Campus I.D. means cutting classes from the subject concerned and will be given a violation report.

On Birthday CelebrationsFor and in consideration of the present global crisis, NCSA no longer allows birthday

parties/celebrations or ‘blowouts’ after pronouncements in the campus. Teachers are strictly required to adhere to and observe this policy and must set themselves as examples in guiding the students and parents to conserve financial resources. A simple greeting and prayers are acceptable as gifts.

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Behavior Expected of NCSA Students during Recess and lunch Break in the CanteenThe canteen is a place for eating, students are requested to maintain cleanliness at all

times and must observe the following guidelines: 1. Observe good manners. 2. Speak to the canteen helpers in a polite way 3. Eat with proper decorum 4. Throw candy wrappers, plastic cups, and other waste in the trash cans. 5. Place/return plates, bottles and utensils to the designated area/sink.

Behavior outside the Campus 1. Students shall at all times avoid acts that may cause discredit and embarrassment to the school. NCSA is not responsible or liable to any physical injury/damaged to property caused of disruptive behavior of the student outside the school campus but has the right to penalize or impose disciplinary action to any pupil/student for the dishonor brought to the school. 2. The school discourages pupils/students in going to the malls and other public places especially during the time they are supposed to be in school wearing the school uniform. Any pupil/student caught in school uniform doing computer games, smoking (perhaps even drinking), video games, playing billiards, and other unwholesome activities will be dealt with strict disciplinary action. 3. NCSA students should adhere to norms of conduct expected of true Nazareans on and off campus, particularly when they are in school uniform.

Use of School Grounds, Hall or Facilities, PracticesSchool ground, hall or facilities may not be used without the approval of the proper

school authority. Practices of duly recognized school activities should be done only after securing a permit from the school property custodian and approved by the School president, likewise members of the NCSA Band will only be allowed to hold their practices twice a week within the approved prescribed hour/s and school authority.

Varsity PlayerSubject for deliberation of the B.O.T./administration

(Copy for NCSA)AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STUDENT AND NCSA

As a student of NCSA, I promise to abide by the policies, rules and regulations as promulgated in the Student’s Handbook of the school. I hereby commit to promote godliness, help instill order and discipline among students and school personnel in the campus at all times.

____________________________ ___________________________ Signature over Printed Grade / Year / Section

Name of Student

Date Signed: _________________________________

AGREEMENT BETWEEN PARENTS AND NCSA

This certifies that I/we have read and understood all the policies, rules ad regulations covered in this Student’s Handbook as drawn

from pertinent provisions of the Department of Education’s Manual of Regulations for Private Schools and that of Nazareth Christian School of

Antipolo. I/we commit myself/ourselves to continuously follow up the progress of our son/daughter

________________________________________ in the spirit of cooperation, coordination, and complementation with the school for his/her full

Christian educational formation. I/ commit our full support in the implementation of the programs, policies, rules and regulations of NCSA for

the benefit of our child’s education in your institution.

____________________________ Signature over Printed

Name of Parent

Date Signed: _________________________________

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(Copy for Parents)

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STUDENT AND NCSA

As a student of NCSA, I promise to abide by the policies, rules and regulations as promulgated in the Student’s Handbook of the school. I hereby commit to promote godliness, help instill order and discipline among students and school personnel in the campus at all times.

____________________________ ___________________________ Signature over Printed Grade / Year / Section

Name of Student

Date Signed: _________________________________

AGREEMENT BETWEEN PARENTS AND NCSA

This certifies that I/we have read and understood all the policies, rules ad regulations covered in this Student’s Handbook as drawn from pertinent provisions of the Department of Education’s Manual of Regulations for Private Schools and that of Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo. I/we commit myself/ourselves to continuously follow up the progress of our son/daughter ________________________________________ in the spirit of cooperation, coordination, and complementation with the school for his/her full Christian educational formation. I/We commit our full support in the implementation of the programs, policies, rules and regulations of NCSA for the benefit of our child’s education in your institution.

____________________________ Signature over Printed

Name of Parent

Date Signed: _________________________________

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