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Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Curriculum and Learning Management Division

PRIMER: REGIONAL HARMONIZED CURRICULUM AND IMPLEMENTATION

GUIDELINES FOR THE SPECIAL PROGRAM IN SCIENCE

Author: BRYANT C. ACAR, RO7 CLMD EPS-Science

Co-Authors:

SALVACION A. ADANA, EPS Science – Bais City

CHERRYL MAY A. HONGCUAY, Principal 1 – Bayawan City
GENEROSA T. CASTILLO, EPS Science – Bohol
LESTER C. PABALINAS, SDO Science Coordinator – Canlaon City
MERIAM A. DAYONDON, EPS Science – Carcar City
RAYLENE S. MANAWATAO, EPS Science – Cebu City
JUVIMAR E. MONTOLO, EPS Science – Cebu Province
CHARMAINE VERA A. RAMOS, EPS Science – City of Bogo
CARMENCITA B. LOPEZ, EPS Science – City of Naga
MARLYN V. CANALES, EPS Science – Danao City
ANTONIETA P. VENDIOLA, EPS Science – Dumaguete City
JOSE F. BELONO JR. EPS Science – Guihulngan City
JENNIFER S. MIRASOL, EPS Science – Lapu-Lapu City
RUFINO T. TUDLASAN JR., EPS Science – Mandaue City
ARNOLD R. JUNGCO, EPS Science – Negros Oriental
NICARTER B. LOMOCSO, EPS Science – Siquijor
CHERRY MICHELLE F. COLLYER, EPS Science – Tagbilaran City
EDITH B. CAHILAP, EPS Science – Talisay City
FRANKLIN L. SAYCON, Principal - 1 – Tanjay City
GERALDO D. LANA, EPS Science – Toledo City

CONSULTANT: DR. MARIA JESUSA C. DESPOJO, RO7 CLMD Chief

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Parts of the PRIMER Page Number

Foreword 3
I-A. Rationale 4
I-B. Vision-Mission-Goals 5
I-C. Advantages of Implementing the SPS 5
II. Program Nomenclature and Recognitions 6
III. Application Process for Program Recognition by the Region 8
IV-A. Checklist of Requirements for the Application of Schools 9
Implementing SPS (Elementary)
IV-B. Checklist of Requirements for the Application of Schools 12
Implementing SPS (JHS)
V. Learners’ Admission & Selection Policy 16
VI. Policy on Retention & Transfer 29
VII. Grading System & Assessment 29
VIII. Subject Offering & Loading 30
IX. Governance & Manpower 34
X. Laboratories & Classrooms for SPS 36
XI. Establishment of School Scientific Review Committee 47
XII. Annual Reporting (Monitoring & Evaluation) 48
XIII. Effectivity & Revision 51
XV. References 52
Signatures of the Author and Co-Authors 53
Photo of the Author and Co-Authors 54
Appendices 55

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Foreword

A life of service really is a thing that you should treasure,

For you will make a difference to this world that is a true measure.
For those who are around someone whose life has good intent,
Will always and forever be affected by their scent.

And be assured that the seed you sow will root,

And in your absence will go on to flourish and bear fruit.
So, live in humble servitude, content that God above,
Is watching with a father’s pride that showers you with love.

The excerpt from the poem “A Life of Service” is an echo that gave strength to
concretize this PRIMER: The Regional Harmonized Curriculum and Guidelines in the
Implementation of the Special Program in Science (SPS).

PRIMER is a collaborative effort among the Education Program Supervisors in

Science and some trustworthy affiliates to provide a clear guide to schools in the 20 Schools
Division Offices of DepEd Region VII implementing the program.

PRIMER is a Region VII initiative to harmonize all the DepEd issuances and provide
clear instructions to streamline the practices, implementation and provide recognition to
schools implementing the program.

The PRIMER serves as regional guide while waiting for the DepEd Central Office to
produce the complete guidelines. In case there is an issuance of the National Implementing
Guidelines for the Special Program in Science, all directives of PRIMER shall be voided
following the national mandate and only parts of this PRIMER where there are no clear
provisions from the Central Office shall be enforced.

Kindly refer to PRIMER Version 5.0 as the latest version of the guidelines.

We invite you to make use of what we call the fruit of our labor!

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I-A. Rationale

The Special Program in Science is developmentally appropriate and relevant as it

fosters problem-based learning and design thinking embedded in the curriculum which
emphasizes learners’ understanding through inquiry and problem solving. Special Science
in Elementary Schools (SSES) learners are being prepared to enter but not limited to the
science programs when they reach junior high school, while learners from the Science,
Technology & Engineering (STE)- implementing schools are envisioned to take STEM track
in the Senior High School to be the future human capital that would provide scientific,
research and technological skills which will drive towards a progressive nation.

Most of the Special Program in Science guidelines were crafted during the
implementation of the Revised Basic Education Curriculum (RBEC) in 2002. The
significant curricular reform from RBEC into the Enhanced Basic Education Curriculum or
K to 12, made some of the provisions in the S&T-related guidelines that are no longer aligned
vis-a-vis policies and guidelines for Kto12 Basic Education in 2014.

While the reforms for Special Program in Science (SSES & STE) implementing schools
are still a work in progress in the Department of Education Central Office, DepEd-CO
directed all implementers to observe status quo in the operation of the Special Program in
Science. As a result, Schools Division Offices (SDOs), having no certain and guiding
reference, implemented SP-Science in differing instructions and directions. Issues regarding
the learner’s mobility, curriculum, assessments, applications and admissions are usually
raised from the school level to the SDOs and Regional Office (RO) since schools are seriously
challenged in implementing immediate actions to resolve these concerns. Moreover, the
regional office has the list of (10 STE & 10 SSES) as pilot schools implementing the Special
Program in Science in 2010 and 2011 and year after year there are more schools offering
the program without the knowledge or the recognition from the regional office. Region VII
sees the need to streamline the implementation of the Special Program in Science to perform
its prime duties to regulate all programs; recognize the established programs; implement
policies; monitor and evaluate programs; and provide technical assistance to the SDOs.

With these, the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD) together
with the Curriculum Implementation Division (CID) of the different Schools Division Offices
(SDO) have identified applicable guidelines from the SPS policies; streamlined them against
the recent issuances; compiled the coherent Regional Memoranda; conducted field visits
and interviews with the implementing schools; scheduled harmonization meetings, and
round table discussions with the Education Program Supervisors in Science.

The contextualization is limited only to parts where schools, SDOs and the RO are
required to implement and where no clear instructions and provisions are provided.
Contextualization is also evident in the harmonization of the curricular offering and various
monitoring and evaluation tools. The RO added other parameters for Monitoring and
Evaluation (M&E) aside from the minimum requirements promulgated by the national
issuances.

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Generally, this PRIMER aims to provide the needed guidance to all school -
implementers of the Special Program in Science in Region VII and those schools who are
interested in opening the program.

I-B. Vision-Mission-Goals of SPS

Vision –The Special Program in Science envisions in developing learners who will
become STEM advocates, leaders, and champions.

Mission – To nurture 21st Century Learners, facilitated by highly competent and

specialized teachers through enhanced science curriculum; trained in an environment with
complete and functional facilities; constantly provided with research and innovation
opportunities; and continuously supported by educational leaders and stakeholders to
become adept in Science, Engineering and Design thinking processes.

Goal – The program aims to provide learners with an enriched Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) - oriented curriculum integrated with research,
technology and design that will enable them to develop technical and entrepreneurial skills
and prepare them in the pursuit of higher education and/or world of work in the areas of
STEM.

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I-C. Advantages of Implementing the SPS

The schools implementing the Special Program in Science (SPS) that are duly
recognized by the region shall be:

1. given priority to receive the Special Education Fund (SEF) from the Local
Government Unit (LGU),
2. included in the Regional Inventory (List of SPS Implementers) to be endorsed to the
Central Office as recognized implementer of the SPS,
3. given priority for possible funding of the program coming from the DepEd Central
Office,
4. given priority for funding, grants, scholarships, donations, and trainings, from any
donors, coming from government, non-government, and private organizations, as
well as foundations, and
5. included in the advocacy of the SDO and RO in all conventions and conferences to
promote SPS advocacy and establish linkages to potential sponsors and donors.

II. Program Nomenclature and Recognition

To align the nomenclature of the existing Special Interest Programs including Special
Program in Journalism (SPJ), Special Program in the Arts (SPA), Special Program in Foreign
Language (SPFL), Special Program in Sports (SPS); the Region VII will adapt the program
name Special Program in Science (SPS) with four (4) categories:

A. Regional Science High School (RSHS)

B. Special Program in Science for Elementary (SPS-E)
C. Special Program in Science for Junior High School (SPS-JHS)
D. Legislated Science School (LSS)

It should be made clear that the schools and SDOs implementing the Special Program
in Science (SPS) should be screened, evaluated, recognized, and monitored by Region VII.
This means that all existing schools implementing the SPS can submit an application and
the required documents to the Regional Office for appropriate evaluation, validation and
then recognition, except the Regional Science High School (Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial
Science High School) which is recognized in the National level by virtue of DepEd Order No.
49, s. 2003. Only schools with regional recognition should operate the SPS Program and all
other potential applicants shall be given a compliance period of three to five years to
complete the SPS Program requirements. All other schools implementing a special science
curriculum, but not compliant to the SPS standards, shall be called “Science Class” (SC)
and shall be managed by the SDO. For schools who intend to offer the SPS can start
establishing the Science Class for at least three years and may submit for SPS recognition
after all requirements are compiled as assessed by the school-SDO-RO following the
application process flow.

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It should also be emphasized that SPS is a school curricular program along with
other special interest programs and not a school title or name. Hence, changing the school’s
name is not necessary. While granting recognition is a one-time process, the implementing
schools will be subject to a yearly monitoring and evaluation.

Exemption

The Regional Science High School in DepEd Region VII, the Ramon Teves Pastor
Memorial Science High School in Daro Dumaguete City, was established through DO
No. 69, s. 1993. This school will be exempted from re-applying for recognition but shall
comply for the annual monitoring and evaluation using SPS Form 1.1. and SPS Form 4.0.

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III. Application Process Flow for Program Recognition by the Region

Step 1. The existing or Implementing Schools will

submit a Letter of Intent, and the required Documents
as indicated in Form 1.0 or Form 1.1 SPS Checklist of
Requirements to SDO.

Step 2. The SDO shall convene its Division Review and Evaluation
Committee (DREC) composed of 2 EPS from the CID (Science & Math)
and 1 SGOD to assess/re-assess the readiness and compliance of the
school to offer the SPS. The DREC shall utilize Form 1.0 or 1.1 SPS
Checklist of Requirements.

Step 3.B If the School is non-compliant, Step 3.A. If the School is compliant, the
the SDO shall provide technical assistance Is the
SDO shall endorse the application,
and require the school to comply all the school
documents, and compliance report to RO
compliant?
lacking requirements and then go back to VII.
Step 2.

Step 4. The RD shall commission the Regional

Inspectorate Team (RIT) led by CLMD EPS Science to
review the documents and schedule the school visit and
evaluation using SPS Form 1.0 or 1.1 through a
Regional Memorandum.

Step 5.A If the School is Compliant, the

Step 5.B If the School is non-compliant, Is the RO RIT through the CLMD shall
the RO shall provide Technical Assistance, school recommend to the RD for the Issuance of
and the school shall go back to Step 2. compliant?
the Regional Memorandum specifying the
compliant school/s.

Step 6. Release of the Regional

Memorandum on the List of Schools
implementing the SPS and shall submit the
list to CO.

Step 7. All recognized Schools shall submit

an annual Monitoring and Evaluation
Report using SPS Form 4.0 to the SDO and
RO CLMD (EPS Science) and shall attend
the Program Implementation Review set by
the Region.

Figure 1. Process Flow for Program Recognition by the Region

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IV-A. Checklist of Requirements for the Application and Compliance of Schools

implementing the Special Program in Science (Elementary)
SPS Form 1.0
Checklist of Requirements for the Application and Compliance of
Schools Implementing SPS (Elementary)
School Name
School ID
Address
Division
School Head
SPS Coordinator
Date/Year of SPS/SC
Implementation
Date Applied
Date Monitored
Requirements submitted: Put Checkmark if available.
___________Letter of Intent
___________Endorsement Letter signed by SDS.
___________Evaluation report by SDO using SPS Form 1.0 signed by the SDO DREC
___________Documents/ MOVs based on SPS Form 1.0
___________Certification signed by SDS stating that no other public schools implement the SPS within the
catchment area.
___________List of feeder schools nearby who can potentially enroll in the SPS Program
___________List of schools implementing SPS in High School who can accept and accommodate the graduates
of the SPS.
I. Admission Process
Indicators Means of  or X
Verification or NA
The school…
1. widely disseminates information on SPS admission Posting (onsite
and online)/ DM
2. annually conducts pre-screening and shortlisting of Compiled Results
learner-aspirants through document evaluation and
interview.
3. conducts admission assessment in the form of: Compiled Results
3.1 reading test (30%)
3.2 oral interview test (40%)
3.3 multiple intelligence test (30%)
4. provides assessment modality or alternative means to Assessment
accommodate learners with special needs modality/
results
II. Class Organization
The school…
5. has a minimum of 25 and maximum of 40 pupils per List of qualified
class/section for better instruction and more focused or enrolled
laboratory work. learners
6. has a maximum of two sections for SPS learners
(additional section is by approval depending on the
facility)
III. Curriculum Management
The school…
7. follows the enhanced and harmonized curriculum in Copy of the
Science and Math for Elementary (SSES) curriculum

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8. follows the offering of special subjects or elective

subjects prescribed by the region
9. The SPS learners should not be enrolled in any other
programs (SPJ SPFL SPA) while enrolled in SPS, except
those schools with prior engagement through a MOA.
IV. Instructional Delivery
10. The class schedule provides longer instruction time for Class program
the enhanced Math and Science subjects
11. The activities in science include laboratory experiments; Lesson
research work and engineering modeling that are Plan/Activity
distributed in all quarters sheets/ work
output
12. The delivery of instruction is learner-centered; inquiry- Lesson
based; problem-based and project-based Plan/Actual
Observation
V. Assessment of Learning
Indicators Means of  or X or
Verification NA
The school prepares/implements…
13. written tests and performance tasks to promote the Test paper/task
development of the 21st century skills or analogous to sheets
PISA assessment
14. summative tests that have Table of Specifications; Item TOS/ID/DI
Analysis; List of Mastered and Non-Mastered
Competencies
15. intervention activities/plan to pupils who need special Intervention
attention to be able to cope with program requirements Plan/Documents
16. computerized assessment as alternative means of Computer-based
evaluating the learners assessment/
results
17. A system of Grading based on DO 8 s. 2015 and DO 31 Interview
s. 2020
VI. Retention and Transfer
The student should…
18. obtain a final rating of 87% in Science, Mathematics, & Class Record
English and 85% in the rest of the subjects as a
modified rating cut-off for SPS per DO No. 08, s. 2015
or maintain an equivalent retention grade cut-off.
19. be accepted in the SPS implementing schools who Relevant
satisfies the minimum requirement for admission document
VII. Curricular and Co-Curricular Programs
The school has…
20. an annual special programs like Science Fair, Exhibits, Accomplishment
Demonstration and others to enhance the talents of the report
learners.
21. a Pupil Organization/Club with designated adviser that Accomplishment
promotes activities on leadership, team building, report
dialogues, etc.
22. a paper publication or newsletter showcasing the events Publication
of the school.
VIII. Human Resources
SPS Teachers…
23. teaching Math, Science and Elective Subjects have 201 File, TOR,
aligned specialization in bachelor’s degree or graduate Certification of
or post-graduate units (at least 15 units) or a DOST Units Earned

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scholar graduate or at least 100 hours of accumulated

relevant trainings.
24. should have clear professional and personal IPCRF PD
development plan as reflected in their IPPD annually.
25. should have participated seminars, conferences and List of trainings
workshops that enhanced their teaching skills and Certificate
The school…
26. has SPS Coordinator and a laboratory in-charge Designation
27. conducts quarterly review of the program PIR
implementation report/minutes
28. has forged partnership with other stakeholders for the List of partners
continuous support and implementation of the program and type of
support,
MOA/MOU
29. allocates specific MOOE budget for the program MOOE Allocation,
AIP-WFP
30. has strategic direction of the program reflected in the SIP/AIP
SIP and AIP
IX. Physical Facilities and Learning Resources
Indicators Means of  or X or
Verification NA
The school has.
31. 1 functional science laboratory Clear Photos and
32. 1 functional computer laboratory label/ and actual
33. a functional library/research room with sufficient print validation
and non-print resources
34. lecture room/classroom has audio-video facilities to aid Inventory of
an interactive learning Learning
35. storage room/area for the wet and dry materials for Resources, Tools,
science experiments and Equipment
36. Science and Computer laboratories which are regularly
utilized as evidenced in the Requisition Form
37. an existing software/internet/STARBOOK kiosk
38. robotics kit & sensors
X. Awards, Recognitions & Research
The school…
39. received awards and recognition in science fair, Portfolio of
robotics, research and science related contests in both awards per year
DepEd and/or Non-DepEd organized competitions. (every year
(Division, Region, National, & International) should have at
40. received awards and recognitions for teachers, school least 5 awards)
heads and the school
41. produced research of any type e.g., action research, Copy of the
basic research (written and conducted by teachers or research
school heads) at least once a year
Summary of Findings:

____ No. of Complied Items _____No. of Non-Complied Items _____No. of items on-hold

Action:

______ Advice for Compliance _____ for recommendation to Receive the Recognition

Agreement (if advice for compliance):

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1. Schedule of Next visit for validation on item/s put on-hold: ____________

2. Schedule for virtual meeting for validation: ______________
3. Schedule to submit the lacking documents: _____________________

Evaluated by (name and signature):

______________________________________________________ _________________
SDO DREC/RO RIT Date

IV-B. Checklist of Requirements for the Application and Compliance of Schools

implementing the Special Program in Science (Junior High School)
SPS Form 1.1
Checklist of Requirements for the Application and Compliance of
Schools Implementing the SPS (Junior High School)
School Name
School ID
Address
Division
School Head
SPS Coordinator
Date/Year of SPS/SC
Implementation
Date Applied
Date Monitored
Requirements submitted: Put Checkmark if available.
___________Letter of Intent
___________Endorsement Letter signed by SDS.
___________Evaluation report by SDO using SPS Form 1.0 signed by the SDO DREC
___________Documents/ MOVs based on SPS Form 1.0
___________ Certification signed by SDS stating that no other public schools implement the SPS within the
catchment area.
___________List of feeder schools nearby who can potentially enroll in the SPS Program
___________List of schools implementing STEM in SHS who can accept and accommodate the graduates of the
SPS.
I. Admission Process
Indicators Means of  or X or
Verification NA
The school…
1. widely disseminates information on SPS admission Posting (onsite
and online)/ DM
2. annually conducts pre-screening and shortlisting of Compiled
learner-aspirants through document evaluation and Results
interview
3. conducts admission assessment in the form of: Compiled
a. Mental Ability Test (30%) Results
b. Communication Skills Test (30%)
c. Project Pitching (40%)
4. provides assessment modality or alternative means to Assessment
accommodate learners with special needs modality/
results
II. Class Organization
The school…

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5. has a minimum of 25 and maximum of 40 learners per List of qualified

class/section for better instruction and more focused or enrolled
laboratory work. learners
6. has a maximum of two sections for SPS learners, (can
have more than two sections subject to the approval of
RO based on the facility)
7. offering an SPS should not enroll learners in any other
program (SPJ SPFL SPA and others), except those
schools with prior engagement through a MOA

III. Curriculum Management

The school…
8. follows the enhanced and harmonized curriculum in Copy of the
Science and Math for Secondary curriculum
9. has the offering of special subjects or elective subjects
prescribed by the Region as reflected in the Class
Program
IV. Instructional Delivery
10. The class schedule provides longer instructional time for Class program
the enhanced Math and Science subjects
11. The activities in science include laboratory experiments; Lesson
research work and engineering modeling evenly Plan/Activity
distributed in all quarters sheets/
12. The delivery of instruction should utilize learner- Lesson
centered; inquiry-based; problem-based and project- Plan/Actual
based approaches Observation
V. Assessment of Learning
Indicators Means of  or X or
Verification NA
The school prepares/implements…
13. written tests and performance tasks promote the Test paper/task
development of the 21st century skills or analogous to sheets
PISA assessment
14. summative that tests have Table of Specifications; Item TOS/ID/DI
Analysis; List of Mastered and Non-Mastered
Competencies
15. intervention activities/plan to pupils who need special Intervention
attention to be able to cope with program requirements Plan/Documents
16. computerized assessment as alternative means of Computer-based
evaluating the learners assessment/
results
17. a system of Grading based on DO 8 s. 2015 and DO 31 Interview
s. 2020
VI. Retention and Transfer
The student should…
18. obtain a final rating of 87% in Science, Mathematics, & Class Record
English and 85% in the rest of the subjects as a
modified rating cut-off for SPS per DO No. 08, s. 2015
or maintain an equivalent retention grade cut-off.
19. be accepted in the SPS implementing schools who Relevant
satisfies the minimum requirement for admission document
VII. Curricular and Co-Curricular Programs
The school has…

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20. an annual special programs like Science Fair, Accomplishment

Colloquium, Exhibits, Demonstration to enhance the report
talents of the learners
21. a Student Organization/Club with designated adviser Accomplishment
that promotes activities on leadership, team building, report
dialogues, etc.
22. a paper publication or newsletter showcasing the events Publication
of the school
VIII. Human Resources
23. There are specialized teachers for the Science, Math and 201 File, TOR,
Elective subjects, to wit: Certification of
a. 1 Math, Science or TLE major (or 100-hours of Units Earned
accumulated relevant trainings) for School Head
b. 1 Biology major/Allied Health Science
c. 1 Chemistry Major/ Engineering
d. 1 Physics Major/ Engineering
e. 1 ICT major/Engineering
f. 1 Research teacher (100 hours of relevant
training or has coached 5 research projects)
24. SPS teachers have clear professional and personal IPCRF PD
development plans as reflected in their IPPD annually.
25. SPS teachers have participated in seminars, List of trainings
conferences and workshops that enhanced their and Certificate
teaching skills
26. The school head should be a graduate of Science or
Math courses or any equivalent.
27. There is a designated: Designation
a. SPS Coordinator (Science or Math Teacher, MT,
HT)
b. Laboratory in-charge
c. Research Coordinator
d. Scientific Review Committee
28. The school head conducts quarterly review of the PIR
program implementation report/minutes
29. The school has active partnership with other List of partners
stakeholders for the continuous support and and type of
implementation of the program support
MOA
30. The school allocates specific MOOE budget for the MOOE
program Allocation
31. There is a strategic direction of the program as reflected SIP/AIP
in the SIP and AIP
IX. Physical Facilities and Learning Resources
Indicators Means of  or X or
Verification NA
The school has…
32. functional science laboratory with sufficient tools and Clear Photos
equipment (labeled) as and label/ and
a. Chemistry/Physics/Biology actual validation
b. ICT/Creative Tech/Robotics
33. a functional library/Research room with sufficient print
and non-print resources
34. lecture room/classroom has audio-video facilities to aid Inventory of
an interactive learning Learning

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35. storage room/area for the wet and dry materials for Resources,
science experiments Tools, and
36. computer laboratory with at least 25 sets of laptop or Equipment
desktop and 2 printers that are regularly utilized as
evidenced in the Requisition Form
37. an existing software/internet/STARBOOK kiosk
38. robotics kit & sensors
X. Awards, Recognitions & Research
The school…
39. received awards and recognition in science fair, Portfolio of
robotics, research and science related contests in both awards per year
DepEd and/or Non-DepEd organized competitions. Portfolio of
(Division, Region, National, & International) awards per year
40. received Awards and recognitions for teachers, school (every year
heads and the school should have at
least 5 awards)
41. produced research of any type e.g., action research,
Copy of the
basic research (written and conducted by teachers or
research
school heads) at least once in a year
Summary of Findings:

____ No. of Complied Items _____No. of Non-Complied Items _____No. of items on-hold
Action:

______ Advice for Compliance _____ for recommendation to Receive the Recognition

Agreement (if advice for compliance):

1. Schedule of Next visit for validation on item/s put on-hold: ____________

2. Schedule for virtual meeting for validation: ______________
3. Schedule to submit the lacking documents: _____________________

Evaluated by (name and signature):

______________________________________ _________________
SDO DREC/RO RIT Date

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V. Learners’ Admission and Selection Policy

A. Admission Process
Admission is open to incoming Grade 1 and Grade 7 learners.

• For Grade 1, the learner should have a rating of C (Consistent) in Language, Literacy
and Communication; Mathematics; and Understanding the Physical and Natural
Environment.

• For Grade 7, the learner should have a grade of at least 87 in Science, Math, and
English and at least 85 in other subjects from first to third quarters (computed as
average) as modified cut-off grade per DO 8, s. 2015 Item 5.

Process Description Person In-charge

Step 1. Announcement of The SDO shall issue a DM announcing the SDS
Submission of Application; unified submission of application.
Requirements and CID Chief
Procedures; Admission Test The SPS implementers shall post the DM and
promote the SPS in different modalities EPSvr Science
(Poster, School Marketing, Flyers)
Special Program
The school shall organize a Special Program for Science
for Science Committee composed of: Committee
1 School Head (SPSC)
1 SPS Coordinator
1 Math Teacher
1 English Teacher
1 Science Teacher
1 Guidance Coordinator/Counselor

Step 2. Acceptance of This is a school-based activity. The school SPSC

Application and Orientation should accept all applications and must pre-
of Applicants screen the documents of the applicants.

Requirements for Submission:

SPS Elementary/LSS and

SPS Secondary /RSHS /LSS
(All placed in one long folder)

1.Application Letter signed by the

parent/guardian

2.One page Learner’s Profile (Refer to SPS

Form 3.2) the learner with 2x2 picture
(colored)

3. Birth Certificate from PSA / LCR

For Grade 1, he/she must be 6 years old on or

before August 31 or as amended until October
31 of the current school year (DO 47 s, 2016;
DO 20, s. 2018)

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For Grade 7, so long as the learner is a

graduate of basic elementary education.
4. For grade requirements:

• For incoming Grade 7

SF9 or Learner’s Progress Report Card (with
the Grade of 87 and above in Math, English &
Science; and no Grade below 85 in other
subjects from first to third quarters in Grade
6)
• For incoming Grade 1
ECCD Report and Kindergarten Progress
Report with the average rating of C
(Consistent) in Language, Literacy and
Communication; Mathematics; and
Understanding the Physical and Natural
Environment

5. Certification of Good Moral Character

6. Certificates of Academic and Non-Academic

Awards (arranged from the latest to oldest)

7. Declaration of Medical Condition Form (to

be provided by the school). Refer to SPS Form
3.0

All Qualified Applicants based on the

requirement together with their parents /
guardians shall be called for an Orientation
preferably (Saturday). Orientation will cover
the next steps of admission.

Step 3. Conduct of The SDO Science Supervisor shall manage EPS Science
Admission Test the conduct of the reading test in SPS
Elementary / LSS and Mental Ability Test in SPSC
SPS Secondary / RSHS / LSS.

SPS Elementary / LSS Schedule and

Tests:
a. reading test (30%) preferably scheduled on
1-2 Saturdays (to be provided by the EPS
Science)
b. oral (interview) test (40%) preferably
scheduled on 1-2 Saturdays.
c. multiple intelligence test (30%) preferably
scheduled on 1-2 Saturdays.

SPS Secondary / RSHS /LSS Schedule and

Test:
a. Mental Ability Test (30%) preferably
scheduled on 1-2 Saturdays.
b. Communication Skills Test (30%) preferably
scheduled for 1-2 Saturdays.

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c. Project Pitching (40%) preferably scheduled

for 1-2 Saturdays.

Refer to Mechanics on Test Admission for

details.

Step 4. Publication of The list of successful examinees should be SPSC

Successful Examinees posted one week after the last administration
of test and should be kept posted for 1
month before enrolment.

The acceptance of learners shall be based on

the ranking and the proposed sections that
will be organized.

Example: 1 section has a maximum of 40 learners

and so the top 40 shall be the priority for
acceptance and the rest shall be on a waiting list.

Step 5. Signing of Program Applicants who passed the screening process SPSC
Support Form (PSF) shall be admitted to the SPS. Signing of PSF
shall follow.
The form shall be provided by the school.
Refer to SPS Form 3.1

B. Mechanics on Test Admission for SPS Elementary / LSS Applicants:

1. The test admission shall be part of the orientation with the learners and parents
applying for the SPS.

2. The Admission Test for SPS Elem shall be:

a. reading test (30%) preferably scheduled on 1-2 Saturdays.
(Refer to Appendix 1 for the sample Reading test)
b. oral (interview) test (40%) preferably scheduled on 1-2 Saturdays.
(Refer to Appendix 2 for the Interview Guide); and
c. multiple intelligence test (30%) preferably scheduled on 1-2 Saturdays.

3. The battery of tests shall start with Reading (30%)

a. The SDO EPS Science shall provide the material for the reading test.
b. The material should be age appropriate, larger in text (preferably larger font
size of text) and shall be in printed or digital form.
c. The assessment for reading is individualized.
d. The rating shall be based on SPS Form 2.0 Rubric.

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SPS Form 2.0 Reading (Oral Fluency) Rubric

Name:
Date:
Instruction: Allow the learner to read the material provided as loud as possible.
Indicators 4 3 2 1 Weight Score
Expression Reads with Reads with Reads in a quiet Reads in a X1
andVolume varied volume volume and voice. quiet voice as
and expression. expression. if to get words
The reading out.
The reader However, sounds natural
sounds like sometimes in part of the Thereading
they are talking the reader text, but the does not sound
to a slips into reader does naturally like
friend with their expressionless. not always sound talking to a
voice reading and like they are friend.
matching the does not sound talking to a
interpretation of like they are friend.
the passage. talking to a
friend.

Phrasing Reads with good Reads with a Reads in two or Reads word- X2
phrasing, mixture of three by-word in a
adhering to run-ons, mid- word phrases, monotone
punctuation, sentence not voice.
stress, and pauses for adhering to
intonation. breath, and punctuation,
some stress, and
choppiness. intonation.

There
is reasonable
stress and
intonation.

Smoothness Reads smoothly Reads with Reads with Frequently X1

with occasional extended pauses hesitate while
some breaks, breaks in or hesitations. reading,
but self- rhythm. sounds out
corrects with The reader has words, and
difficult words The many “rough repeats words
and/ or readers have spots.” or phrases.
sentence difficulty with
structures. specific words The
and/or sentence readers make
structures. multiple
attempts to
read the same
passage.

Pace Reads at a Reads fast and Reads moderately Reads slowly X1

conversational slow slowly and laboriously
pace.

Total Score

Signature of the Test Administrator:

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4. Oral Interview shall be scheduled, preferably for another Saturday.

a. Oral Interview shall be a one-on-one with the applicant. This can be done
simultaneously.
b. The interview should consist of one question for every category (See Interview
Guide).
c. The interview questions shall be prepared by the SDO EPS Science.
d. The interview questions should be age appropriate, and answers should be
in English or a combination of English and mother tongue.
e. The rating should be based on SPS Form 2.2 Interview Rubric.

SPS Form 2.2 Interview Rubric

Name:
Date:
Instruction: Ask one question from every category.
Indicators 4 3 2 1 Weight Score
Answers The The Learner The learner The learner The Learner’s
Question Well substantially correctly and partially answers are X3
and mostly answers the unrelated to the
fully answers answers the questions. questions.
the questions. questions.

Communicates The learner is The learner is The learner is The learner is

With poised and poised and poised and not engaged.
Enthusiasm fully engaged. mostly moderately X1
engaged. engaged. The attention is
The attention directed
is not directed The attention The attention elsewhere.
elsewhere. is not directed may be
elsewhere. directed
elsewhere.

Steady Eye Learner Learner Learner Learner X1

Contact maintains maintains good maintains good maintains good
good eye eye contact - eye contact - eye contact -
contact - 95% 75% of the time 50% of the time 25% or less of
or more of the throughout throughout the time
time response. response. throughout
throughout response.
response.

Total Score

Signature of the Test Administrator:

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5. The Multiple Intelligence (MI) Test shall be scheduled, preferably for another
Saturday.
a. MI test shall be administered one-on-one with the applicant. This can be
done simultaneously.
b. The MI test shall be a showcase of any talent (monologue, playing instrument,
singing, dancing, drawing, magic, recitation, experiment, impersonation,
solving puzzles, etc.)
c. The applicant shall bring his/her own material for the demonstration.
d. The showcase of MI shall not be more than 5 minutes.
e. The rating should be based on SPS Form 2.3 MI Rubric.

SPS Form 2.3 Multiple Intelligence Rubric

Name:
Date:
Instruction: Allow the learner to showcase his/her talent.
Indicators 4 3 2 1 Weight Score
Preparation Brought Brought Some Obvious
everything everything difficulty with problems due X1
• Memorized necessary for a necessary. audition due to lack of
• Brought smooth Good to lack of preparation.
props, audition. preparation. preparation.
music, or This is still a
other Outstanding A little more Item “work in
necessities preparation is practice will needed not progress.”
evident. make this brought.
.
performance Not ready to
• Well- excellent It might be okay perform for a
rehearsed with more large audience.
practice.
Not prepared
for audition
Delivery/Quality Impressive level Good talent Not quite the Not up to the
of talent for age! for age. quality of talent level we are
for age. looking for. X3
Performs at a Performs at a
level that will level that will Performs at a Performs at a
defi nitely engage the level that might level that might
engage an audience engage the not engage an
audience. some of the audience. audience.
time.
Very few or no Some mistakes. Many mistakes.
mistakes. Few mistakes.

Stage Presence Very Confident It appears Visibly X1

confident and and has few somewhat uncomfortable.
has no problems uncomfortable
problem performing. performing. Problems with
performing. Facial audition due
Facial expression & Some problems to confidence.
expression & body are due to
body language language is nerves. Facial
are confident. fairly expression/bo
confident. dy language
uncomfortable.

Total Score

Signature of the Test Administrator:

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C. Mechanics on Test Admission for SPS Secondary / RSHS / LSS Applicants:

1. The test admission shall be part of the orientation with the learners and parents
applying for the SPS.

2. The Admission Test for SPS JHS shall be:

2.1 Mental Ability Test (30%) scheduled preferably on 1-2 Saturdays.

(Refer to the IQ Test Booklet provided by the RO)
2.2 Communication Skills Test (30%) scheduled preferably on 1-2 Saturdays;
(Refer to the Guide Questions provided in Appendix 3) and
2.3 Project Pitching (40%) scheduled preferably on 1-2 Saturdays.
(Refer to the Situation for Project Pitching found in Appendix 4)

3. The battery of tests shall begin with Mental Ability Test (30%)

a. The SDO EPS Science shall be provided with an IQ Test Reference Booklet by
the Regional Office through the EPS Science.
b. The test booklet shall be the source of the 50 IQ test questions which can be
answered in printed or electronic means.
c. The test should be administered for 60 minutes only.
d. The exam shall be administered on two Saturdays by batches.

4. The next part of the Test will be Panel Interview (Communication Skills Test-
30%).

a. Oral Interview shall be scheduled for another Saturday.

b. Oral Interview shall be done in a panel with the applicant. This can be done
simultaneously.
c. The composition of the panel will be 3 members (1 math teacher, 1 science
and 1 guidance coordinator)
d. The interview should consist of five questions at most. The fifth question can
be taken from either in-depth or valuing categories.
e. The interview questions shall be prepared by the SDO EPS Science.
f. The interview questions should be age appropriate, and answers should be
in English.
g. The rating should be based on Form 2.2 Interview Rubric.

5. The last part of the test will be Project Pitching (40%)

a. This shall be done on two Saturdays (preferably).

b. Project Pitching is a problem-based approach whereby learners are given a
case study or a problem in the local or global communities.
c. SPC and EPS Science will ensure that the selection of topics is appropriate to
the level of both applicants from the regular and implementing schools.
d. The mechanics:
a. The learners can be grouped into 2 or at most 3 members.
b. The learners will be given a case study or a problem to solve.

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c. The learners are required to bring their own laptop, tablets, or paper.
d. The school can also provide the materials.
e. The learners are given 30 minutes to think and ideate a possible solution.
f. The Project solution should be composed of the following parts:
I. Title of the project
II. Features of the project
III. Materials and cost
IV. Methodology (diagram)
V. Functionality (how it works and solves the problem)
VI. Beneficiaries
g. After 30 minutes the learners shall present the project in slide deck
Presentation for 10 minutes.
h. The panel shall be composed of two members (1 science teacher and 1
research teacher) to evaluate the project.
i. Question and answer shall follow in 5 minutes.
j. The score shall be based on SPS Form 2.4 Project Pitching Rubric.

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SPS Form 2.4 Project Pitching Rubric

Name:
Date:
Instruction: Provide the topic and allow the learners to ideate their project in 30 minutes.
Indicators 4 3 2 1 Weight Score
Relevance, The Project is The Project is The Project is Research
Usability and original. original. not original. Proposal is not X2
Novelty original and is
Very usable in the Fairly usable Less usable in not usable in the
field of study, in the field of the field of field of study or
school, study, study, community.
community, and community, community and
researchers. and researchers.
researchers.

Completeness Problems, Problems, Problems, Problems,

variables, and variables, and variables, and variables and
design are very design are design are vague. design are very X4
clearly discussed. clearly and vague.
substantially Some
Very complete and discussed. inaccuracies in Inaccurate
appropriate. the design. design.
Complete and
appropriate.

Presentation The presentation The The presentation Not concise X4

and is concise and presentation is is not concise and not able
Interaction understandable concise and and is able to to answer
with good rapport understandable answer some questions.
and able to answer but may not be questions.
questions. able to answer
some
questions.

Total Score

Signature of the Test Administrator/s:

D. Selection of Top Performing Applicants.

a. All applicants shall be evaluated comprehensively following the admission
tests.
b. After all admission tests are given, all scores shall be computed by the SPC.
c. The applicants shall be ranked accordingly, and only top performers will be
selected until the maximum number of learners’ limit has been reached. For
one section only the top 40, or top 80 for two sections. More sections can be
opened depending on the space, facilities, and equipment that the school can
provide.
d. Top learners cut off to be included in the selection must not be less than
60% of the combined percentage.
e. The rest of the applicants who are not in the top list shall be on the waiting
list and shall be considered when there are applicants who will not pursue
their enrolment and slot for the program.

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E. Admission Process during Emergency Situation

a. During emergency situations where admission exams are impossible to

administer due to public regulations and protocols, the admission process
shall use the same mechanics in an online platform.
b. Applicants are required to secure a laptop/desktop, Wi-Fi, camera and audio
set.

c. Written tests shall be administered through google form.

d. SPC may conduct home visitation for validation of the performance.

F. Record Keeping and Disposal of Test Results

a. All application folders and results shall be kept and treated with utmost
confidentiality pursuant to RA 10173 or the Data Privacy Act of 2012.
b. Test papers shall be organized and kept for three years and can be disposed
thereafter in consonance with applicable record disposal guidelines.

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SPS Form 3.0 Declaration of Medical Condition Form

The parent/guardian of the applicant must complete and submit this Declaration of Medical
Condition Form as part of the application to the Special Program in STEM. This form will help the
teachers safeguard the health and well-being of the learner.
All questions must be answered truthfully, and the form signed before this will be deemed
complete. The advice of a medical professional may be sought in answering the questions.
The information that will be collected will be kept confidential in adherence to the Data Privacy Act
of 2012 (RA 10173).
Please complete the form in full. Mark the relevant box where required.

________________________________________________________________________________________________
Last Name , First Name Middle Name

_______________ _________________ ______________ ________________

Date of Birth: Age Height Weight

________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Home Adress

______________________________________________________ ____________________ ________________

Current School (attended) Grade Level Gender
Health Declaration
Yes No If yes, please provide
details below:
1. Is the learner currently being treated for any illness
or injury?
2. Is the learner currently or regularly taking any
medication(s)?
3. Is the learner having a condition that would
prevent him/her wearing personal protective gear?
(e.g., safety glasses/gloves)
4. Is the learner suffering or has suffered from any of
the following:
Asthma Allergies
Back, neck or spinal problems
Skin disorders (other than an allergic reaction)
Asthma Allergies
Disability (defects in light, speech, or hearing
Other health complaints and issues. Specify:
____________________________________________
Declaration
I declare that all answers in this Declaration of Medical Condition Form are true and correct to
the best of my knowledge and belief.

Parent’s Contact Details:

Mobile Number:
Home Phone Number:
Work Phone Number:
Email Address:

Signature above Printed Name of Parents / Guardian:

Attach medical certification from a licensed physician.

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SPS Form 3.1 Program Support Form

I ______________________________________________of_____________________________ ,
(Last Name, First Name, M.I) (Address)
______________________________________________________________________________.

accept the responsibilities and obligations of my admission to the Special Program in

Science. I understand that I must fulfill the responsibilities and obligations stated below:

a. I shall continuously maintain a good scholastic standing that shall be in

accordance with the academic standards prescribed by the policies and regulations of
the program and the school.

b. I shall always behave and exhibit good behavior and will comply with all rules
and regulations as prescribed by the school.

c. I shall ensure that my report card is properly received and signed by my

parents/s/guardian.

I/We, _____________________________________________________________________________,
(Last Name, First Name, M.I) (Last Name, First Name, M.I)

as parent/s/guardian, accept the responsibilities and obligations of my/our

child/ward’s admission to the Special Program in Science. I/We understand that I/we
must fulfill the responsibilities and obligations stated below:

a. I/We shall assume all civil liabilities that my/our child/ward incurs against the
school during his/her stay in the program.
b. I/We shall disclose to the school any condition that may affect the academic
performance and well-being of the learner.
c. I/We shall hold the school free from any type of liability in case of injury or death
of the learner arising from activities or endeavors not sanctioned by the school.
d. I/We shall help in the holistic development of my/our child/ward.
e. I/We shall regularly attend parent-teacher meetings/conferences to discuss the
learner’s academic and behavioral standing as well as other school activities and
concerns.

__________________________________________ _________________
Signature over Printed Name of the Learner Date

_________________________________________________ _________________
Signature over Printed Name of Parent/s/Guardian Date

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SPS Form 3.2 Learner’s Profile

Name: ________________________________________________
2x2 Colored ID Picture

Sex: ________________ LRN: _________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

School (Kindergarten / Grade 6): __________________________________________________________

Age: _______________ Place of Birth: _______________ Birthday: _________________________

Religion: ______________________ Nationality: ______________

Name of Father: ___________________________ Occupation: _____________________________

Name of Mother: ___________________________ Occupation: ____________________________

Name of Guardian: _________________________ Relationship to the Learner: _________________

Languages Used at Home: ________________________________________________________________

Skills / Hobbies: _________________________________________________________________________

Allergies (If Any): _________________________________________________________________________

Person to Contact in Case of Emergency: _________________________________________________

Relationship with the Learner: ___________________________________________________________

Contact Number: ________________________________________________________________________

Signature of the Applicant: __________________________

Signature of the Parent/Guardian: ____________________________

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VI. Policy on Retention, Transfer and Commencement Exercises

A. Retention

For student to remain in the program, he or she should obtain a final rating of 87%
in Science, Mathematics, and English and 85% in the rest of the subjects including
elective as a modified rating cut-off per DO No. 8, s. 2015 item # 5. Failure to meet
the grade requirements shall put the learner under probation for one (1) school year
or can be a cause of transfer to the regular class (DO No. 41 s. 2005) as recommended
by the adviser and validated by the school head. Learners or parents expressing the
intention to withdraw from the program shall sign a waiver (DO No.57 s. 2011).

B. Transfer
1. Regional recognized schools implementing the Special Program in Science in both
Elementary and Junior High School shall only accept transferee learners coming
from other recognized schools implementing the SPS (DO No. 55, s. 2010; DO No.
41 s. 2004) except RSHS to transfer laterally, that is, from one RSHS to another
(DO No. 41 s. 2005).

2. Transfer from a regular high school to SPS shall not be allowed in any curricular
year. Transfer from any SPS school shall be allowed, provided the learner has no
grade below 85% in any of the subjects (DO No. 55, s. 2010).

3. In cases where schools implementing the SPS felt the need in admitting potential
and promising learners in Grades 1 and 7 coming from accredited and reputable
international and private schools; higher education institutions including state
universities and colleges shall be consulted and seek approval from the Schools
Division Superintendent through the Division Science Supervisor in writing. List
and supporting documents of applicants together with an endorsement signed by
the School Head and its corresponding screening results should be submitted to
the Schools Division Office. However, the placement of the recommended learners
shall be subjected to the availability of slots intended for the SPS.
C. Commencement Exercises

The learners who are graduates of the Special Program in Science must have their
own commencement exercises separate from the regular sections. These graduates
should be celebrated with utmost pride and distinction. A sash or “sablay” containing
the name of the program “Special Program in Science” should be worn. Honor
graduates in the program should likewise have a separate mention in the invitation
or souvenir program.

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VII. Grading System and Assessment

Regular subjects and elective subjects should follow the gradings systems and
assessment guidelines found in DepEd Order No. 08, series of 2015 entitled “Policy
Guidelines on Classroom Assessment for the K-12 Basic Education Program. Considering
public emergency, assessment shall adhere to DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2022 entitled “Interim
Guidelines for Assessment and Grading in Light of the Basic Education Learning Continuity
Plan.”
All test questions (TQ) that will be used for Quarter Examinations should have a
Table of Specifications. The TQ and the TOS shall be checked by the SPS Coordinator to
make sure that all are aligned to the Learning competencies. Quarter examinations may be
given in non-written tests such as demonstrations and research presentations and must
have an Activity Plan with rubrics signed by the SPS Coordinator and approved by the
school head.

VIII. Subject Offering and Loading

The core subjects offered in the 2010 Secondary Education Curriculum shall be
enhanced by the additional subjects identified in the Revised Curriculum of the Engineering
and Science Education Program (ESEP) of the S & T- Oriented High Schools (DO No. 41, s.
2004).
The subject offerings and time allotment stipulated in DO 41 s. 2004 shall be strictly
followed. However, supplementary subjects may be offered as deemed necessary, but the
suggested curriculum offerings should not be minimized to be able to offer other courses
(DO No. 55, s. 2010).

DO No. 46, s. 2012 (Policy Guidelines on the Implementation of SCP at the Secondary
Level), item 4 states “Being career pathways, the Special Curricular Programs take the place
of Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) of the core curriculum. All the other subjects
of the core curriculum shall be adopted, including the time allocation as stipulated in DepEd
Order No. 31, s. 2012. The add-ons to the core curriculum shall be the advanced subjects
of the Special Programs. Likewise, the schools have the option to further enrich the
curriculum, provided that the requirements of the core curriculum and the special
curricular programs have been met.
Hence, DepEd Region VII will adopt a uniform scheme of the subject offering and time
allotment.

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A. SPS in Elementary

SPS – SSES Subjects G1 G2 G3 G4 G5 G6

min/day min/day min/day min/day min/day min/day
Enhanced Math 60 60/90 60 60 60 60
Enhanced Science 60/90 60/90 60/90 60/90 60/90 60/90
ICT (3x a week) 60 60 60 60 60 60
Design Thinking 60 60
(3x a week)
Science Investigatory 60 60
Project
(3x a week)
Note 1: Class Schedules are from Monday-Thursday only, while Friday will be devoted to Catch-Up
Friday (DM 001 s. 2024)

Note 2: ICT and Design Thinking/Science Investigatory Project are Elective subjects that will
take the place of TLE subject per DepEd Order No. 21, s. 2019 on Policy Guidelines on the K to 12
Basic Education Program, item 69 p. 88.

Note 3: Teaching Time for Enhanced Science should be longer than the other subjects. If the
mandate is 45 minutes per subject, then Enhanced Science will be 60 minutes. If the regular
subject takes 60 minutes, then the Enhanced Science is 90 minutes.

A. SPS in JHS

Subjects G7 G8 G9 G10
min/day min/day min/day min/day

Enhanced Math 60 60 60 60
Enhanced Science 60/90 60/90 60/90 60/90
Creative Technology 60 60 60 60
(3 x a week)
Science Research 60 60 60 60
(3 x a week)
Note 1: Class Schedules are from Monday-Thursday only, while Friday will be devoted to Catch-Up
Friday (DM 001 s. 2024)
Note 2: Creative Technology and Science Research are Elective subjects that will take the
place of TLE subject per DepEd Order No. 21, s. 2019 on Policy Guidelines on the K to 12 Basic
Education Program, item 69 p. 88.
Note 3: Those who are implementing a Foreign Language subject have the option to continue the
practice with a 2-hour-per-week session. This shall be regarded as optional Elective and not an
enrolment in the Special Program in a Foreign Language.

Note 3: Teaching Time for Enhanced Science should be longer than the other subjects. If the
mandate is 45 minutes per subject, then Enhanced Science will be 60 minutes. If the regular
subject takes 60 minutes, then the Enhanced Science is 90 minutes.

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B. Implementation of the Curriculum

The Implementation of the harmonized curriculum will start on SY 2023-2024 in

Grades 1 and 7. However, the harmonized guidelines shall be enforced immediately
on SY 2023-2024.
Elem JHS SY 2023- SY 2024- SY 2025- SY 2026- SY 2027- SY 2028-
Grade Grade 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Level Level

1 7 Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized

Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum

2 8 Status Quo Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized

Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum

3 9 Status Quo Status Quo Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized

Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum

4 10 Status Quo Status Quo Status Quo Harmonized Harmonized Harmonized

Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum

5 -- Status Quo Status Quo Status Quo Status Quo Harmonized Harmonized
Curriculum Curriculum

6 -- Status Quo Status Quo Status Quo Status Quo Status Quo Harmonized
Curriculum

By 2028-2029 all SPS Elementary shall have completed the harmonized the
curriculum. For SPS JHS, all grade levels shall have completed the harmonized curriculum
by SY 2026-2027.

C. Teacher Selection, Teaching Loads and Qualifications

Teacher Selection

DO No. 69, s. 1993 Teachers in science schools should have qualifications higher than
the requirement for ordinary schools. Newly hired teachers should be superior graduates
of teacher education institutions or should have scored well in the PBET or LET.
Teachers with graduate or post graduate degree or at least 15 units will be preferred.
DO No. 55, s. 2010 states that teachers to be assigned in SPS should have the
qualifications: Honor graduates of CHED-recognized teacher education institutions,
preferably, DOST scholars; and passed the PBET or LET.

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Teaching Loads

In assigning teaching loads, the SPS Coordinator shall consider the following:

Subjects Specialization and Qualification Requirements

Enhanced Science in ● BEED
Elem
● LET Passer
Enhanced Math in Elem
● 100 Hours of accumulated Training in Science Content and
Computer Science for Teaching; ICT, Digital Technology, Research, Robotics, and other
Elem related STEMs.

Science Investigation ● minimum of 3 years of teaching experience

for Elem ● graduate or post graduate degree with at least 15 units in
Enhanced subjects.

● SIP Coach (5 research projects) for Science and Science

Investigation Teachers

Enhanced Science in 1 BSED 1 BSED 1 BSED 1 BSED General

JHS Physics or Biology or BS Chemistry or Science with
BS Physics Biology or BS Chemistry master’s degree in
or Allied Medical or Engineering science
Engineering
Course Degree or BS
with
relevant
Pharmacy
with relevant
master’s master’s with relevant
degree
degree Units master’s
Units
degree Units
● Teachers in Enhanced Science could come from SHS and be given loads to teach in SPS JHS.

● Science specialists may be recommended to do rotation of teaching in the four domains of

science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science)

Enhanced Math in BSED Math or BS Math or Statistics with relevant master’s degree units
JHS

Creative Technology BSED Computer Science or BS Computer Science or BS IT or Computer

Engineering

-With 40 Hours of Training in Programming and Robotics

-with skills in software applications

Science Research Same Qualification in Enhanced Science JHS

-Or BS Research or BS Statistics

-With 100 Hours of Research Training

- Has coached 5 Research papers

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IX. Governance and Manpower

DO No. 69, s. 1993 the school should be headed by a principal and teachers whose
qualifications are higher than the requirement for ordinary schools. A school implementing
the Program shall be administered by the school head/principal and supported by the
program coordinator. It should also have specialized teachers who shall execute the
prescribed curriculum for the SPS. Likewise, it has support personnel that shall provide
ancillary services to the learners.
1. Principal/School Head
a. The principal/school head in a school offering the SPS must have the relevant
educational background and training as well as a firm commitment to the Program. The
school head must recognize the value of STEM education for learners who are
mathematically and/or scientifically inclined. The school head in SPS JHS must be a
Science/Math or TLE major.
b. The principal/school head shall have overall responsibility for the
administrative management and instructional leadership of the SPS in the school. Specific
responsibility:
• ensure the easy and immediate implementation of policies to each of the
learning areas.
• spearhead the LAC sessions in their respective departments every month
geared towards the effective and efficient implementation of SPS.
• attend relevant training in the implementation of SPS.
• conduct Instructional Supervision through regular monitoring and evaluation
of the quality of instruction of the teachers.
• coordinate with the school head opportunities for STEM education teachers
and students’ development.
• submit school year report to the SDO & RO.
• lead in the conduct of screening of applicants to the school.
• lead effectively in the decision-making process for continuous improvement of
the curriculum, instruction, and learning outcomes.
• facilitate effective community and stakeholder’s participation in the
continuous improvement of the Program.
• create a positive sphere of influence among fellow mentors and stakeholders
to serve as a model by being champion of the Program in the School Governing
Council.
• orient the incoming school heads as to the SPS implementation in case
reshuffling happens.
c. Assignment of school heads shall have preference to those with specialization
in the STEM fields.
2. Program Coordinator
a. SPS implementing schools should have a Program Coordinator with a
bachelor’s degree and specialization in science, mathematics, or other related fields and
have at least 3 years of teaching experience handling Science or Math subjects.
b. The program coordinator has the following responsibility:

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• coordinates the overall implementation of the Program in the school.

• attends relevant training in STEM education.
• conducts regular monitoring and evaluation of the program implementation.
• coordinates with the school head on opportunities for SPS teachers and
students’ development.
• makes recommendations to the school head to the improvement of the
Program implementation.
• submits quarterly assessment report to the school head and immediate
supervisor.
• manages in the conduct of screening of applicants to the program.
• leads effectively in the decision-making process for continuous improvement
of the curriculum, instruction, and learning outcomes.
• facilitates effective community and stakeholders’ participation in the
continuous improvement of the program.
• creates a positive sphere of influence among fellow mentors and stakeholders
to serve as a model by being champion of the Program in the School Governing
Council.
• manages four regular loads with at least one of any subjects in Science,
Mathematics, or Research class.
• facilitates in the conduct of LAC Session.
If the Program coordinator gets promoted or switches jobs, he/she must inform the
management at least a month prior to his/her departure from the current position. This is
to give time for the management to appoint a replacement and for the outgoing coordinator
to train the replacement.
2. Laboratory In-charge

a. The laboratory in charge should be assigned for the SPS.

b. The laboratory in charge could be any of the science teachers with a background
in laboratory management.
c. The laboratory in charge should not have class advisory.
d. The duties of the laboratory in charge include:
• manage the safekeeping of all the laboratory resources.
• coordinate with the property custodian on the inventory, receiving and
disposal of the laboratory resources.
• orient the learners on the proper handling of laboratory resources.
• supervise the release and the inventory of borrowed resources.
• use the prescribed laboratory forms.
• make breakage reports and incident reports on any damages or accidents
in the laboratories.
• coordinate with teachers on the availability of the resources.
• co-supervise experiments.
• provide readable and clear information on laboratory use; hazards,
safekeeping; and first aid.
• shall undergo training on policy guidelines related to the use of chemicals,
proper labelling, handling, and disposal of reagents.

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X. Laboratories and Classroom for SPS

As stipulated in DO No. 69, s. 1993, the RSHS should have above average
instructional resources in terms of physical facilities such as buildings, science laboratories
and equipment including computers and library facilities. The school should have
completely equipped biology, chemistry, and physics laboratories as well as computer
facilities and equipment.
All SPS implementing schools should maximize the use of their laboratories to develop
the scientific and research skills of the learners by providing them with laboratory activities
coherent to the required performance standards. The following laboratories and classroom
must implement the following standards:
a. 1 laboratory for Biology/Physics/ Chemistry;1 laboratory for ICT/Creative
Tech/Robotics; 1 Library/Research Room and a separate storage area/stock room
for the equipment and chemicals (separate the wet and dry).
b. The laboratories must be managed by a Laboratory in charge responsible for the
release, inventory, keeping, disposal and requisition of science materials and
equipment.
c. SPS JHS and SHS STEM can share resources with the regular class. However, no
equipment (especially sensitive balances) should be transferred out of another
laboratory, except cases that are reasonable with the recommendation of the
laboratory in charge and the approval of program coordinator and school head.
d. Laboratory In-charge should not have a class advisory.
e. All laboratories must have posters on safety measures, evacuation plans and fire
extinguishers.
f. There must be a laboratory orientation during the first week of opening of classes by
the laboratory in charge.
g. ICT and Creative Tech rooms must be managed by the assigned teacher of the
subjects.
h. Laboratory forms should be utilized including the form on conducting experiments
and breakage form.
i. For Elementary (joint rooms can be set up (1 ICT/Research room; 1 Library; 1 Science
laboratory room)
j. For Junior High school, separate laboratories should be provided (1 library/research
room, 1 ICT/Creative Tech Room; 1 Chem/Physics/Biology Laboratory)
k. There must be a storage area that can be set at the back of the laboratory with
separate storage of wet and dry materials. All properly labeled and have a
corresponding annual inventory of disposable, consumable and expiry dates.
l. A medicine kit should also be available in the laboratory.
m. Materials below are a standard provision for science laboratories. In case of lacking
equipment, the SPS implementing schools must present a requisition plan or SIP to
show the move or action of complying the lacking resources.
Laboratories & Rooms Specifications
Elem & JHS
Classrooms • The classroom must be able to accommodate a
maximum of 40 learners.
• 1 table and chair set up at the back for the
teacher/adviser.
• Three extra seats at the back for the observers

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• A reading space with collection of printed science

materials (books, magazine, dictionary, collection of
research output (bounded))
• Bulletin board
• White board
• TV or projector
For Elementary (only applicable Equipment based on the
Chemistry Laboratory Enhanced Science subject and electives are expected to be
available)

For JHS
• Measuring Equipment
Analytical Balances
Thermometers
Rulers
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Volumetric flask
Distilling flask
Calorimeter
pH meter

• Apparatus
Electrolysis apparatus
Sterilizing oven
Conductivity apparatus

• Heating Equipment:
Bunsen burners
Heating mantles
Melting point apparatus
Hot plates

• Glassware:
Test tubes
Funnels
Bottles and jars with tight-fitting lids
Burettes
Pipettes and droppers
Graduated cylinders
Beakers
Flasks
Mortar and pestles
Evaporating dishes
Spot plates
Stirring rods

• Agents and reagents

Bottles

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Others: wire gauze, cork stopper, spatula, iron

stand, test tube rack, evaporating dish, periodic
table (tarp mounted)
Biology Laboratory/ Biology:
Physics Laboratory • Table microscopes
• Electric Microscope
• Glass slides
• Cover glass
• Prepared slides set (botany, zoology)
• Dissecting set and pan.
• Staining solutions
• Glassware (test tubes, beakers, petri dish, flasks)
• Reproductive system model
• Cell model
• Magnifier
• Triple beam balance
• Test tubes with holder
• Meter stick
• Petri dish
• Display cabinet
• Digital thermometer

Physics:
1. Measuring equipment
Meter Scale
Vernier Caliper
Screw Gauge
Protractor
Stopwatch
Spring Balance
Spherometer
Triple beam balance
Speedometer
Sextant
2. Optical equipment
Lenses
Concave
Convex
Prism
Mirror
Flat mirror
Concave mirror
Convex mirror
Optical Bench
Glass slab
3. Electrical equipment
Rheostats
Multimeter
Voltmeter
Ammeter

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Decade Box
Galvanometer
Ballistic Galvanometer
Wein’s bridge
Anderson Bridge
Maxwell Bridge
Battery eliminator
Daniel cell
Meter bridge
Leclanché cell
Ohm’s law apparatus
Bread Board
Thyratron Valve
Transistors
Diodes

4. Semiconductor Devices
Thyristor
Diode
Photodiode
Zener Diode
Light Emitting Diode (LED)
Triode
Transistor
Capacitor
Resistor

5. Gravity-related apparatus
Pendulum
Kater’s Pendulum
Parallelogram apparatus

6. Waves and sounds related

Tuning fork
Vibration generator
Sonometer
Resonance apparatus

7. Heat and thermodynamics

Copper calorimeter
Steam boiler
Thermometer
Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD)
Density ball
Lee’s Apparatus

8. Magnetic equipment
Compass
Bar magnets
Iron fillings

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9. Microscopy and Imaging Apparatus

10. Young’s modulus apparatus
11. Fly Wheel Apparatus
12. Centrifuge Machine

Mathematics
• Chalkboard compass
• Protractor
• Graphing board
• Scientific calculator
• Geoboard
• Stopwatch
• Solid geometrical bodies
• Area and Volume explanatory model
Library/ Research Must be catalogued:
Room • Textbooks
• Reference books
• Encyclopedia
• Dictionary
• Almanac
• Atlas
• Maps/charts
• Tables and chairs
• Lights
• Ventilation
• Research output
• 3 laptops for research with Wi-Fi
• STARBOOKS kiosk (online) optional
ICT Laboratory/ Elem & JHS
Creative Tech Room
• Maximum of 40 sets of laptop or desktop (8 GB RAM)
• Camera and headset
• 2 printers set with photocopier/scanner.
• Microsoft Office package

Robotics:
• Microcontroller board/IC
• Power supply for MCU
• Sensors (temperature, light, sound, humidity, gas,
motion, etc.)
• Motors (DC motor (1-12v); Nema 17 stepper motor,
small servo motor, motor driver
• Breadboard
• Relay modules
• Buttons/switch
• RGB
• Seven segment LED
• Assorted 3 mm LEDs.
• LCD 2x16

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• Scroll dot LED with driver.

• Ultrasonic sensor
• IR sensor
• RFID sensor
• Stationary robot
• Wheeled robot kit
Optional: Legged robot kit, Flying robot kit
• Wi-Fi module
• Bluetooth module
• IR module
• RF module

Software:
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• For JHS (inkscape, corel, sketchup (3D cad))

For JHS and optional for Elem

• 3D printer unit
• Camera
• Telescope
• Orbiter Planetarium

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Laboratory Form 1.0 - Equipment/Apparatus Loan Requisition Form

Date Borrowed: _____________

Date Returned: _____________
Group No.: _____
Year/Section: _____________
Name of Borrower/s: ___________________________ ___________________________
___________________________ ___________________________
___________________________ ___________________________
Phone Number & Email of Group Leader: ________________________________________
Item(s) and Quantity Being Borrowed (use separate sheet if needed):

Item Name Quantity Specification Condition prior Condition after

to borrowing borrowing
Ex. beaker 1 pc. 50 ml (Pyrex) Good

Purpose of Borrowing Equipment/Apparatus (Please Check):

□ Research □ Class Project □ Teaching □ Experiment □ Competition
Place of Use: □ Inside the Laboratory □ In a Classroom □ Out of School

_____________________________ __________________________
Project Supervisor/Teacher Checked by Lab In-charge.
(Name & Signature) (Name and Signature)

DECLARATION:
I/We borrowed the above stated item(s) belonging to the Science Laboratory. I
understand that all the items will be used for teaching-learning activities, research
and competition purposes only.

I/We agree to return the item(s) by the date stated above.

I/We understand that I am responsible for the safe keeping of the item(s).
I/We understand that if I fail to return the item(s) stated above by the agreed date,
I/We can be charged for theft and/or misuse of school property.
I/We understand that I/We am/are responsible for replacing the item(s) with the
same kind and specification if it is damaged, lost or stolen caused by recklessness
or carelessness during the experiment. Replacement must be done as soon as
possible or by the end of the school year.
I/We understand that I/we can be spared from replacing the broken, damage or loss
tools/equipment due to uncontrollable situations/accidents or calamities during the
experiment with the guidance and appropriate incident report of the subject

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teacher/laboratory in-charge.

TERMS & RULES OF APPLICATION

1. This form must be completed and submitted to the laboratory in charge at least one
day in advance, incomplete form will not be entertained.
2. All equipment & items to be borrowed are subject to availability and vacancy.
3. Prior approval from project supervisor/teacher is needed to obtain the item(s) above.
4. The laboratory in charge has the right to request the borrower to return the loaned
item(s) at any time.
5. The borrower/s (learner/teacher) may be responsible for replacing the item(s) if it
is damaged,lost or stolen due to recklessness or negligence.
6. An incident report should be made if the borrowed item/s is/are broken, lost or
damaged.
7. The equipment/apparatus should not be taken out of premises unless authorization
from the Property Custodian and the Principal is obtained.

Group Leader’s Printed Name & Signature: ______________________ Date: _____________________

Cc: Parents/Guardians (when there is issue on lost and breakage)

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Laboratory Form 1.1 Scoring Sheet for Class Experiment

Names of Learners:

Date:

Subject:
Title of the Experiment:

Scoring Scale
4- Expectations Exceeded 19-20 –Exceptional
3- Expectations Met 16-18- Satisfactory
2- Basic Standards Somewhat Met 12-15 –Needs Improvement
1-Below the Minimum Standards 01-11- Inadequate
Instruction. Put Checkmark on appropriate rating 4 3 2 1
Experimental Hypothesis
Based upon the purpose of the experiment, the
hypothesized relationship between variables and predicted results is
clear and reasonable.
Experimental Designs + Materials
Experiment conveys a thorough analysis of the problem and has been
conducted thoughtfully. All materials and setup employed are
accurately described. All images, graphic elements, diagrams, charts,
drawings, etc., are clear and pertinent.
Data Collection + Procedures
Data has been collected and recorded accurately and conveyed in an
orderly manner to accurately reflect results. Clear steps are listed to
define all procedures.
Analysis
Thoughtful analysis discusses the relationship between variables.
Trends and patterns are logically analyzed. Predictions are made
regarding varying outcomes because of alterations to the experiment.
Scientific Results + Conclusions
The solution to the problem is explained with convincing clarity. Sources
are cited appropriately. Conclusion explains whether the hypothesis
was supported by the findings. Possible sources of error are detailed, if
applicable. Clearly expresses what was learned from the experiment.
Column Total
Total Score

Name and Signature of the Teacher: ________________________ Date: ________________

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Laboratory Form 1.2 Breakage Report Form

1) Learner/s’ Details
Learner/s Name Contact

Grade Level

Section:

2) Description of Incident
Date of Incident Time
Lab Room No. and
Name
Subject Teacher

Item Specifics

Nature of the Incident _____Uncontrollable Incident ____Recklessness

Description of Incident
(Describe the incident
in detail) provide
additional sheet if
necessary.
Appropriate Action _____ For School Report/Inventory Only _____For Replacement

Name and Signature

Science Laboratory in
Charge or Science
Teacher

3. Cost of the item

Fill-in this data only if the replacement is charge to learners/teachers after incident
report has been made and considered, otherwise, this data is not necessary.

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Item Specifics Count Cost

Total

Verified by the Lab In-Charge/Teacher: Name and Signature

3) Declaration by the Learners

I/We
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________have
fully read, understand and agree to abide for the “Replacement Charges - Breakage, Damage
or Loss of Laboratory Item” in which the school holds the right to take necessary action.

Signatures of Learners: Date: ___________

____________________________________________________________________
4) Declaration by the Parents

I/We
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________ fully
understand that our children are responsible for replacing the damage or loss of the
borrowed science tools, equipment or learning resources under the care of the school based
on the breakage and incident report. Hence, by extension we are taking the responsibility to
provide financial support or/and make effort in the replacement in compliance to the lost or
damaged item/s.

Signatures of Parents: Date: ______________

____________________________________________________________________________________

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XI. Establishment of the School Scientific Review Committee (SSRC)

The SPS implementing elementary and secondary schools should establish a school
research committee. A scientific review committee is an ad hoc committee that reviews all
research papers for outside presentation and publication, could be learners’ Science
Investigatory Projects or teachers’ Action or Basic Research. The SDO EPS must provide the
guidance, training, and orientation of the SSRC using the RSTF/NSTF/INTEL-ISEF
Guidelines. The SSRC signs all the papers at the school level ready for division contests.
SDO SSRC has a different composition.

Composition of the SSRC:

1. Chairman – could be the SPS Coordinator or the Research Teacher who evaluates
the correctness and coherence of the information declared in the research proposal
or output vis-a-vis RSTF/NSTF/INTEL-ISEF forms and guidelines. Preferably, the
chairman has experience in SIP contest.
2. Vice Chairman – could be a math teacher or laboratory-in-charge who evaluates the
over-all rigor of research and aids data analytics.
3. Ethics Reviewer – could be a science teacher who checks the integrity of the research
processes, claims, copyrights, data anonymity and confidentiality.
4. Plagiarism Checker – could be the ICT teacher or the LR Coordinator who evaluates
the originality of the paper using any online plagiarism checker.
5. Technical Expert – could be the English teacher who checks all syntaxes, grammars,
structures, and bibliography/references using any online language checker and
formatting tool.

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XII. Annual Reporting (Monitoring and Evaluation)

Annual submission of the program report shall be done 15 days after Quarter 4 of the
current SY. The report shall be coursed through the SDO EPS/Coordinator in Science and
shall be submitted to the regional office on the designated online platform. An SDO or school
visit may be done if there are critical concerns that require validation, evaluation, or
technical assistance. The Regional Office through the CLMD (EPS Science) can conduct field
monitoring using the SPS Form 1.0 or 1.1 for Compliance of the Requirements for the
Program. The school head shall attend the scheduled Program Implementation Review set
by the region.

SPS Form 4.0 Annual SPS Report Form

Name of School: ____________________________________________________

School ID: ___________________
____Elem _________JHS
Name of School Head: ______________________________________________
Name of SPS Coordinator: __________________________________________
Date: ____________________
School Year: ___________________
Part I. Enrolment

Provide the Grade Level

Male Female Total
either in Elem or JHS

Total

Part II. Academic Performance

Proficiency Levels Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Outstanding (90-100)
Very Satisfactory (85-89)
Satisfactory (80-84)
Fairly Satisfactory (75-79)
Did not meet expectations.
(70-74)

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Part III. Curriculum Implementation

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
No. of Learning
Competencies
No. of Covered
Competencies
No. of Uncovered
Competencies
Reasons for the Uncovered
Competencies
Action/Interventions

Part IV. Learning Resources Actual Number of Count

Specific Learning Resources
1. Textbooks
2. Reference Books
3. Teacher-made Manuals
4. Self-Learning Modules
5. Activity/Task Sheets
6. Developed/teacher-made SIM
7. Developed/teacher-made materials
(digital)
● Video Lesson
● Mobile Apps
8. Laboratories
9. Teacher-made assessment (printed)
10. Teacher-made assessment (digital)
11. Tablets provided
12. Laptops provided
13. Estimated ratio of science equipment
to number of students (example 1
equipment to 5 students)
Issues and Concerns on Learning Resources:
1.

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2.
3.
4.
Part V. Teacher Development Actual Number of Count
1. LAC Session conducted in Q1
2. LAC Session conducted in Q2
3. LAC Session conducted in Q3
4. LAC Session conducted in Q4
5. School INSET conducted in a school
year
6. Teachers sent to division training in a
school year
7. Teachers sent to regional training in a
school year
8. Teachers sent to national training in
a school year
9. Teachers sent to international
training in a school year
10. Academic Profile of the teachers Bachelor’s degree Master’s Degree
9.1 Physics

9.2 Biology

9.3 Chemistry

9.4 ICT

9.5 Science Research

11. Teachers conducting Research

Specify the title/s of the Research

Part VI. School Awards Received in a SY

Actual Number of Count
(include DepEd and Non-DepEd)
1. Division Level
2. Regional Level
3. National Level
4. International Level

Part VII. Partnerships (include only those

Actual Number of Count
with existing MOA)
1. Government related partners
2. Private agencies
3. International organizations

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Prepared by: _____________________________ ______________________________

School Head SPS Coordinator

XIII. Effectivity and Revisions

This PRIMER shall take effect once enforced by a Regional Memorandum. If there are
changes in the guidelines concerning Curriculum and Instruction, especially in Subject
Distribution and Elective Subjects, changes shall take effect in the proceeding School Year
(SY 2024-2025)

Call for revisions to revise specific parts of this manual can be cast in either
parliamentary or pseudo-parliamentary motions. During official meetings with EPSs in
Science, a motion to revise specific parts in the manual can be raised. Pseudo-parliamentary
invitation to revise parts can be cast through text motions which will be laid by the Regional
Science Coordinator into poll voting. Either way, when a motion to revise a specific part
reaches more than 50% of the votes, a notice for special meeting for revision shall be made
through a Regional Memorandum.

Depending on the context and degree of revisions, the Regional Office may invite
proper personalities like school heads, departments heads, and /or teachers of the SP-
Science implementers. Once the revisions are carried out, the identity marking in the lower-
right corner of the cover page containing the version number and the released date shall be
updated.

In case the Central Office shall issue the National Implementing Guidelines for
the Special Program in Science, all directives of this manual will be voided following
the national mandate and only parts of this harmonized curriculum and guidelines
where there are no clear provisions from the Central Office shall be enforced.

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Telephone Number: 639773295904 local 700
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XIV. References

Special Curricular Programs - Science

DO No. 69, s. 1993 - Science High Schools
DO No. 44, s. 1995 – Establishing Provincial Science High Schools
DO No. 49, s. 2003 - The 2003 Curriculum of the Regional Science High Schools
DO No. 41, s. 2004 - Revised Curriculum of the 110 S&T Oriented (ESEP) High Schools
DO No. 41, s. 2005 - Implementing Guidelines in the Admission, Retention, Grading System
and Selection of Honor Students in the Regional Science High Schools
DO No. 55, s. 2010 - Policy Guidelines on Strengthening Science and Mathematics
Education at the Secondary Level
DO No. 104, s. 2010 - Revised List of Science and Technology (S&T)-Oriented High Schools
Implementing the Engineering and Science Education Program (ESEP)
DO No. 57, s. 2011 - Policy Guidelines in the Implementation of the Special Science
Elementary Schools (SSES) Project
DO No. 46, S. 2012 – Policy Guidelines on The Implementation of the Special Curricular
Programs at the Secondary Level
DO No. 38, s. 2013 - Guidelines on the Utilization of Support Fund for Schools
Implementing the Science, Technology and Engineering (STE) Program
DO No. 13, s. 2016 - Implementing Guidelines on the Direct Release and Use of Maintenance
and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) Allocations of Schools, Including Other Funds
Managed by School

Assessment
DO No. 08, s. of 2015 “Policy Guidelines on Classroom Assessment for the K-12 Basic
Education Program.
DO No. 31, s. 2022 “Interim Guidelines for Assessment and Grading in Light of the Basic
Education Learning Continuity Plan.”

Doña M. Gaisano St., Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City

Telephone Number: 639773295904 local 700
DepEd Tayo Region VII region7.deped.gov.ph
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Doña M. Gaisano St., Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City

Telephone Number: 639773295904 local 700
DepEd Tayo Region VII region7.deped.gov.ph
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“The most valuable resource that all of us have is each other. Without
collaboration, our growth is only limited to our own perspectives.”
– R.J. Meehan

Doña M. Gaisano St., Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City

Telephone Number: 639773295904 local 700
DepEd Tayo Region VII region7.deped.gov.ph