DepEd: Graduation rites 2016 should be simple and non-political

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The Department of Education (DepEd) has set out the guidelines for the end of school year rites both in public and private elementary and secondary schools nationwide with emphasis on simple and non-political graduation rites.

Based on DepEd Order No. 7 series of 2016, the education agency stated that all graduation ceremonies should be scheduled on or before April 1, 2016 and that the rites should be simple, solemn and meaningful events.

 “While we recognize that graduation marks a milestone in one’s life, let our focus be on our sense of community and personal responsibility as graduates whose journey in life has just begun,” Education Secretary Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC emphasized. 

In line with the government's austerity program, DepEd reiterates that graduation rites should be conducted without excessive spending, extravagant attire, or extraordinary venue. 

It also emphasized that non-academic projects such as attendance to field trips, film showing, junior-senior promenade and other school events should not be imposed as requirements for graduation or completion. 

Education Secretary Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC

In public schools, graduation expenses should be charged to the school Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses under the 2016 Budget. 

“No DepEd personnel should be allowed to collect any graduation/moving up/closing ceremony fees or any kind of contribution,” Luistro said. 

Moreover, Parent-Teachers Association may give donations in cash or in kind; and that contribution for the annual yearbook, if any, should be on a voluntary basis. 

To maintain the neutrality and non-partisanship of schools, the graduation ceremonies should not be made a venue for political activity or campaigning.

 “The end of school year 2015-2016 rites should be an appropriate and solemn ceremony befitting the learners and their parents and shall not be used as a political forum,” Luistro added. 

Grade 6 learners who will complete elementary education will get their elementary certificate in a graduation ceremony. Grade 10 learners who will complete junior high school will go through a moving up or completion ceremony and get their junior high school certificate. 

Grade 12 learners from schools with DepEd-approved K to 12 transition plan; those who graduated from schools with a permit to operate Senior High School in school year 2014; and those who graduated in International Schools with K to 12 program will all get high school diploma in a graduation ceremony. 

The 2016 graduation ceremonies shall focus on the theme Kabataang Mula K to 12, Tagapagdala ng Kaunlaran sa Bansang Pilipinas. The theme highlights K to 12 Basic Education Program as a transformative vehicle for local and national development.

“Determination and hard work, keys to success” – Luistro to Pantawid Pamilya graduates

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“Kapag tinitignan nila sa pag-aaral kung sino ang talagang nagiging tunay na successful sa buhay, sabi nila iyong mga nagpupursigi, iyong may pangmatagalan na lakas at patuloy na nangangarap at hindi sumusuko,” Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Br. Armin Luistro FSC said to more than 4,000 Pantawid Pamilya high school graduates who attended the post-graduation celebration at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) on April 9, 2015.

The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), a human development program of the national government that invests in the health and education of poor households, primarily of children aged 0-18, has produced its first batch of high school graduates this year.

The education chief told the graduates that their lives do not stop at graduation saying, “Pwede pa kayong matulungan na mabigyan ng scholarship ng TESDA para may choice kayo. 

Pwede pa kayong mangarap at pumasok sa pamantasan. Merong mga scholarships, kung kayo'y magpupursigi at magpapatupad ng inyong mga pangarap.”

“Sa ating pagtatapos, mahaba pa ang ating lakbayin sa buhay, marami pa tayong mga paghamon, at maraming mga pagkakamali, marami tayong makalilimutan. Kung ang kasama natin ay tatawanan tayo, baka mahirapan tayong tumawid; pero kung sama-sama tayo at sabihin sa ating sarili, “Kaya natin yan, hindi tayo susuko!” At kung may mga panahon na binabatikos tayo, makipagtulungan tayo sa isa't-isa. Kayang-kaya iyan ng Pilipino,” he added.

Luistro said that 4Ps has helped DepEd to reach out to more Filipino children and deliver to them quality basic education.

“Ang enrollment sa high school sa buong Pilipinas sa public schools ngayon ay 5.9 million. Malapit na tayo sa six million. Pero noong nakalipas na panahon, ang enrollment lang natin sa high school ay 5.4 million. Dumami ang ating enrollment sa high school ng half a million. At dahil dyan, kailangan natin mag-hire ng mga panibagong teachers, magtayo ng mga panibagong classroom, at siguraduhing ang programa ay makausad,” said Luistro.

This year, DepEd will build more than 40,000 classrooms and create over 39,000 teacher items as it continues to gear up for the K to 12 full implementation in 2016.

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Sweet deals on exciting, meaningful graduation gifts from Allphones

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What would be a perfect gift for a son or daughter? And especially when they are leaving school for a new career out in the world?

Graduation Day is always bittersweet: a time that’s an ending and a beginning at the same time. For the new graduate, it’s a rite of passage that says goodbye to the idylls of youthful student life—and a triumphant moment that anticipates a bright future. Parents are filled with happiness on such a day, as the fruits of their love and hard work reach fulfillment. No wonder we all celebrate the occasion with deep joy and meaning. 

For a new graduate who is aiming for independence and success, a new smartphone is a great gift idea. It’s a reward that will surely make a new graduate happy. A smartphone is also a practical, useful, and versatile device that can make work easier for a son or daughter on a first job; it provides entertainment to relieve stress while keeping him or her connected to family and friends. In our modern age, a smartphone is no longer just a luxury but a necessity.

You can’t go wrong if you shop for a graduation gift from an Allphones store today, especially with the ongoing Triple Play postpaid plan promo: for only P999 a month, you can get a postpaid SIM, and two smartphones: a Cloudphone Ice Turbo and a Cloudphone Thrill 450Q. Plus, there’s even a bonus Powerbank to keep your new smartphones charged up and ready. 

The three devices have a P14, 498 total value, but you can get them all for free at an Allphones exclusive plan P999.

Are two smartphones too much? Well, then go for the 5.9 inches LG G-Pro Lite, also offered for free with Globe My SUPERPlan 999 per month. The 4G ready LG G-Pro is all you need for work or play with its features and apps that get you connected, entertained, and informed while on-the-go. The LG G-Pro Lite is powered by Jelly Bean Android OS.

These exclusive offers are only available in all of the 50 Allphones stores nationwide. These are simply the best and most thrilling graduation gifts and postpaid deals you can get this graduation season. Go to an Allphones store now—this offer is for a limited time only. Bring along your new graduate to an Allphones store and make it bonding time for you both.

Allphones offers a convenient, affordable, high value-for-money experience to customers. Its stores use a futuristic, high-tech postpaid application process where a customer only needs to enter information in an iPad—no more forms and documents to fill out. Customer information is protected by a military grade security protocol. Allphones offers the best deals on, mobile devices, accessories and postpaid plans, with features like unlimited calls, unlimited texting, and unlimited mobile Internet—all at very affordable rates, with bundled mobile phones at huge discounts, or even for free. Don’t miss these sweet deals exclusively from Allphones. 

Allphones Philippines was created through a partnership between Allphones Australia, TAO Corporation and Globe Telecom.

Allphones Australia began as a single store in Mile End, South Australia in 1989. It eventually expanded to 200 stores nationally and has become the largest independent telecommunications retailer in Australia

For more information about Allphones and the exclusive, amazingly high value-for-money deals it offers, go to www.allphones.com.ph

Memorata turns Prom and Graduation into spotlight-worthy events

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Memorata by CLN, an official licensed product line of ABS-CBN, boasts of a wide variety of styles reminiscent of the trend-setting shoes seen on “Ina Kapatid Anak’s” lead characters portrayed by actresses and fashionistas Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador.

The Memorata Shoe Collection, a leading brand in local fashion, presents a line of stylish shoes that are perfect for adding that stardom-worthy glamour as the prom and graduation seasons approach.

The collection offers styles fit for different events in every girl’s life, featuring high-heeled pumps, wedges, sandals, and boots. With prom and graduation coming up, glamorous shoes embellished with studs, crystals, and other gems have become a popular favorite. 

Memorata also has fresh and breezy styles in its latest collection such as colorful sandals and flats to make any summer outfit shine.

The brand brings that same television series spotlight into everyone’s lives, making it a go-to for many local fashionistas. Since its launch last year, its popularity has quickly escalated, with an ever-growing number of Facebook page likes reaching past 200,000 to date. 

Memorata by CLN products are available at CLN boutiques nationwide.

They can also be purchased online through Zalora (www.zalora.com.ph).

For more information, visit the official website at www.memorata.com.ph.