K+12 most likely to fail

8:52 pm | Friday, February 17th, 2012 21 1941 91

Singapore School Manila A K-12 Cambridge InternationalSchool www.singaporeschoolmanila.com.ph Ads by Google The controversial K+12 is not really controversial. All the commentaries by Filipino academic scientists that I have read are not in favor of the new K+12 program (e.g., Science and K+12, Inquirer, 2/6/12). On the other hand, those supporting it are not natural or social scientists, meaning, without valid publications or properly published works (e.g., Group launches program to save RP education, Inquirer, 1/28/10). In particular, their views differ in the crucial science part of the K+12 curriculum. Among the reasons of those against the K+12 are: (1) the new program should first undergo a trial run at selected schools before nationwide adoption; (2) there are no valid studies of local problems to support the curricular changes and additional two years; (3) the new program components did not consider the relevant results of international research on science education; and (4) there are more urgent problems like teachers, classrooms, textbooks, dropouts, etc. Recent developments in the teaching of science have shown the importance of early (kindergarten) exposure to science, and the changed ways of making them learn. These are not evident in the K+12 curriculum. Examples are reported by the Nobel laureate Carl Wieman, by Science editor and former president of the US National Academy of Sciences Bruce Alberts, and by Columbia physics professor Brian Greene. They have been involved in research on science education, whose innovative results have been tested or are undergoing pilot tests. Their studies suggest a better way to improve basic education: (a) put only the right people in charge; (b) program components should be based on tested studies abroad and on properly published studies of local problems; (c) undergo trial runs or verification at selected schools before nationwide implementation. The best candidate for verification at selected sites or limited implementation (say one per region) is the work of the husband-and-wife team of scientistsand recipients of the 2010 Ramon Magsaysay Award for education Christopher and Ma. Victoria Bernido (Poverty and scarcity are no barriers to quality education, Inquirer, 10/14/10). Their results included the following: (1) bypassing the need for qualified teachers; (2) only one copy of textbook per class needed; (3) no expensive lab equipment; (4) only one-fourth of the allotted class period needed and (5) students not given homework. Their students, under such learning conditions, have shown a marked increase in proficiency levels, especially in Science, Math and reading comprehension. Based on the above informationand for lack of the necessary expertise to evaluate information correctly on the part of those who prepared itthe new K+12 program is likely to fail. The phased implementation (starting with next Junes batch of Grade 1 pupils and first-year high schoolers) will not substitute for a trial run. Why have we not learned in the last five decades from the failed programs in education? FLOR LACANILAO, retired professor of marine science,

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DepEd readies plan for K+12 program

By Tarra Quismundo Philippine Daily InquirerFirst

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MANILA, Philippines?Girding for its planned extension of the basic education cycle from 10 to 12 years, the Department of Education (DepEd) is decongesting the current public school curriculum to ease ?learning fatigue??identified as a leading cause of poor performance and early dropouts among students in public schools.
DepEd Undersecretary for Programs and Projects Yolanda Quijano said the department has sought help from the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAid) to study the 12-year curricula in New South Wales (Australia), Thailand and Vietnam to serve as models for the Philippines. Quijano said DepEd has finalized its work plan for the implementation of its K+12 (Kindergarten plus 12 years) proposal, which aims to add two years of senior high school to the current 10-year cycle in line with international standards. Quijano said the department will study which courses and competencies should be introduced in the additional two years, and review items that appear redundant in the current 10-year program.

The department will be looking at the most important skills and subjects that ought to be learned by students in junior high, and what other skills ought to be added for grades 11 and 12, where there would be specializations, Quijano said. She said some complicated subjects crammed into the existing curriculum will be moved to the senior high school levels. ?They say that there are some subjects in fourth year (in science and math) that are too academic. That?s what we will look at and maybe put that in Grade 11 (senior high school),? Quijano told the Inquirer. DepEd hopes to usher in the first batch of senior high school entrants under the new K+12 program by school year 2016-2017. It will be holding regional consultations on the proposal. A major education reform effort of the Aquino administration, the K+12 proposal has been criticized as an additional financial burden on families who can hardly afford to send their children to school. Student groups have also protested the plan saying DepEd should instead focus on addressing perennial shortages in classrooms, teachers, textbooks and other study materials. Some universities in Europe and North America, however, no longer recognize a Philippine high school diploma as adequate for admission to their schools because of its missing two years. Many other Asian countries have already adopted the basic 12 year system.

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K-12 Changes Philippine Educational System

Posted by admin on Sep - 13 - 2012 By Erica Delos Santos

Figure 1: The development of K to 12 Program has been made possible by the collaborative efforts of members of the Steering Committee which is composed of DepED, CHED, TESDA, and other stakeholders. The governments K-12 program is a much-needed change for the countrys education system. Through this program, people may expect better-trained citizens who could be competitive with the knowledge and skills of people trained abroad. Before the Implementation of the K-12 program began, the Philippines is one of the very few countries remaining that provide only ten years of basic education, six years in elementary and four years secondary. This short period makes it difficult for Filipinos to be competitive with countries like Japan or Korea, that have at least 12 years of basic education under their belt. In most cases, the extra years spent in basic education should enable students to tackle subjects like mathematics and science in more details, instead of the rushed manner used in the old education system.

Figure 2: Comparative data on duration of basic and secondary education in Asia. People can also expect that the new K-12 system will produce graduates who are more prepared for college education. The program is expected to provide a clear view of which career they would take. This may lead to less drop-outs, and more chances of success in graduating from whatever course they choose. The K-12 system is not without its critics. Some people say that it is not the number of years that should be increased, but the quality of instruction that the students receive. In a way, adding a few years to basic education can still provide the quality that students need. Now on its first year of implementation, the K-12 program is not without challenges, but it is an endeavor worth pursuing if we truly intend to improve the Philippine education system. By investing more time and resources in our education, we can expect our graduates to become competitive in the global business arena, and bring more success that would contribute towards building our nation.

Figure 3: Schematic implementation plan of K to 12. Pictures and data source: K to 12 Basic Education Program brochure distributed during the 1st National Technical Education & Skills Development Congress on August 29, 2012.

WHAT IS THE K TO 12 PROGRAM?

The K to 12 Program covers Kindergarten and 12 years of basic education (six years of primary education, four years of Junior High School, and two years of Senior High School [SHS]) to provide sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong learners, and prepare graduates for tertiary education, middle-level skills development, employment, and entrepreneurship.

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SALIENT FEATURES

Strengthening Ea rly Ch ildhood Education ( Unive rsa l Kinderg arten)

Every Filipino child now has access to early childhood education through Universal Kindergarten. At 5 years old, children start schooling and are given the means to slowly adjust to formal education. Research shows that children who underwent Kindergarten have better completion rates than those who did not. Children who complete a standards-based Kindergarten program are better prepared, for primary education. Education for children in the early years lays the foundation for lifelong learning and for the total development of a child. The early years of a human being, from 0 to 6 years, are the most critical period when the brain grows to at least 60-70 percent of adult size..[Ref: K to 12 Toolkit] In Kindergarten, students learn the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and colors through games, songs, and dances, in their Mother Tongue.

Making the Curriculum Re levant to Lea rners (C ontextualizat ion and Enhance ment)

Examples, activities, songs, poems, stories, and illustrations are based on local culture, history, and reality. This makes the lessons relevant to the learners and easy to understand. Students acquire in-depth knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes through continuity and consistency across all levels and subjects. Discussions on issues such as Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Climate Change Adaptation, and Information & Communication Technology (ICT) are included in the enhanced curriculum.
Building Prof iciency through Lan guage ( Mother Tongue- Based Multilingua l Education)

Students are able to learn best through their first language, their Mother Tongue (MT). Twelve (12) MT languages have been introduced for SY 2012-2013: Bahasa Sug, Bikol, Cebuano, Chabacano, Hiligaynon, Iloko, Kapampangan, Maguindanaoan, Meranao, Pangasinense, Tagalog, and Waray. Other local languages will be added in succeeding school years. Aside from the Mother Tongue, English and Filipino are taught as subjects starting Grade 1, with a focus on oral fluency. From Grades 4 to 6, English and Filipino are gradually introduced as languages of instruction. Both will become primary languages of instruction in Junior High School (JHS) and Senior High School (SHS). After Grade 1, every student can read in his or her Mother Tongue. Learning in Mother Tongue also serves as the foundation for students to learn Filipino and English easily.
Ensuring Integ rated and Sea mle ss Lea rning (Spiral Progre ssion)

Subjects are taught from the simplest concepts to more complicated concepts through grade levels in spiral progression. As early as elementary, students gain knowledge in areas such as Biology, Geometry, Earth Science, Chemistry, and Algebra. This ensures a mastery of knowledge and skills after each level.

For example, currently in High School, Biology is taught in 2nd Year, Chemistry in 3rd Year, and Physics in 4th Year. In K to 12, these subjects are connected and integrated from Grades 7 to 10. This same method is used in other Learning Areas like Math.
Gearing Up for the Future (Senior High School)

Senior High School is two years of specialized upper secondary education; students may choose a specialization based on aptitude, interests, and school capacity. The choice of career track will define the content of the subjects a student will take in Grades 11 and 12. SHS subjects fall under either the Core Curriculum or specific Tracks.
CORE CURRICULUM

There are seven Learning Areas under the Core Curriculum. These are Languages, Literature, Communication, Mathematics, Philosophy, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences. Current content from some General Education subjects are embedded in the SHS curriculum.
TRACKS

Each student in Senior High School can choose among three tracks: Academic; Technical-Vocational-Livelihood; and Sports and Arts. The Academic track includes three strands: Business, Accountancy, Management (BAM); Humanities, Education, Social Sciences (HESS); and Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM). Students undergo immersion, which may include earn-while-you-learn opportunities, to provide them relevant exposure and actual experience in their chosen track.
TVET (TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING) NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

After finishing Grade 10, a student can obtain Certificates of Competency (COC) or a National Certificate Level I (NC I). After finishing a Technical-Vocational-Livelihood track in Grade 12, a student may obtain a National Certificate Level II (NC II), provided he/she passes the competency-based assessment of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). NC I and NC II improves employability of graduates in fields like Agriculture, Electronics, and Trade.

MODELING BEST PRACTICES FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

In SY 2012-2013, there are 33 public high schools, public technical-vocational high schools, and higher education institutions (HEIs) that have implemented Grade 11. This is a Research and Design (R&D) program to simulate different aspects of Senior High School in preparation for full nationwide implementation in SY 2016-2017. Modeling programs offered by these schools are based on students interests, community needs, and their respective capacities.
NURTURING THE HOLISTICALLY DEVELOPED FILIPINO (COLLEGE AND LIVELIHOOD READINESS, 21ST CENTURY SKILLS)

After going through Kindergarten, the enhanced Elementary and Junior High curriculum, and a specialized Senior High program, every K to 12 graduate will be ready to go into different paths may it be further education, employment, or entrepreneurship. Every graduate will be equipped with:
1. 2. 3. 4. Information, media and technology skills, Learning and innovation skills, Effective communication skills, and Life and career skills.
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IMPLEMENTATION AND TRANSITION MANAGEMENT

IMPLEMENTATION

Program implementation in public schools is being done in phases starting SY 2012 2013. Grade 1 entrants in SY 20122013 are the first batch to fully undergo the program, and current 1st year Junior High School students (or Grade 7) are the first to undergo the enhanced secondary education program. To facilitate the transition from the existing 10-year basic education to 12 years, DepEd is also implementing the SHS and SHS Modeling.
TRANSITION FOR PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Private schools craft their transition plans based on: (1) current/previous entry ages for Grade 1 and final year of Kinder, (2) duration of program , and most importantly, (3) content of curriculum offered.
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ACHIEVEMENTS AND PLANS

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

K TO 12 CONCERNS

[learn_more caption="When will the K to 12 Program be implemented?"]

Universal Kindergarten began in SY 20112012. The enhanced curriculum for Grade 1 and Grade 7 (1st Year Junior High School) was rolled out this SY 20122013, and will be progressively introduced in the other grade levels in succeeding school years. Grade 11 will be introduced in SY 20162017 and Grade 12 in SY 20172018. The first batch of high school students to go through K to 12 will graduate in March 2018.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Where will the additional two years be added?"] The two years will be added after the four-year high school program. This will be called Senior High School. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Why are we implementing 12 years of basic education and not 11 years?"]

A 12-year program is found to be the adequate period for learning under basic education. It is also a standard for recognition of students and/or professionals abroad (i.e., the Bologna Process for the European Union and the Washington Accord for the United States). Other countries like Singapore have 11 years of compulsory education, but have 12 to 14 years of pre-university education, depending on the track. The Philippines is the last country in Asia and one of only three countries worldwide (the other two being Angola and Djibouti) with a 10-year pre-university cycle.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="How will K to 12 help in ensuring employment for our graduates?"]

The K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum will be sufficient to prepare students for work. The curriculum will enable students to acquire Certificates of Competency (COCs) and National Certifications (NCs). This will be in accordance with TESDA Training Regulations. This will allow graduates to have middle-level skills and will offer them better opportunities to be gainfully employed or become entrepreneurs. There will be a schoolindustry partnership for technicalvocational courses to allow students to gain work experience while studying and offer the opportunity to be absorbed by the companies.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="What would be the assurance that K to 12 graduates will be employed?"]

DepEd has entered into an agreement with business organizations, local and foreign chambers of commerce, and industries to ensure that graduates of K to 12 will be considered for employment. There will be a matching of competency requirements and standards so that 12-year basic education graduates will have the necessary skills needed to join the workforce and to match the College Readiness Standards for further education and future employment.

Entrepreneurship will also be fostered in the enhanced curriculum, ensuring graduates can venture into other opportunities beyond employment.

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[learn_more caption="How will the K to 12 Program help working students (college level)?"]

DepEd is in collaboration with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to provide more opportunities for working students to attend classes. DepEd is working with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to ensure that jobs will be available to K to 12 graduates and that consideration will be given to working students.

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[learn_more caption="How will the K to 12 Program help students intending to pursue higher education?"] The K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum is in accordance with the College Readiness Standards of CHED, which sets the skills and competencies required of K to 12 graduates who intend to pursue higher education. [/learn_more]
TRANSITION MANAGEMENT AND FURTHER EDUCATION

[learn_more caption="What will happen to colleges and universities during the initial nationwide implementation of Senior High School in SY 20162017 and SY 2017 2018?"] To manage the initial implementation of the K to 12 Program and mitigate the expected multi-year low enrolment turnout for colleges, universities, and Technical-Vocational Institutions (TVI) starting SY 2016-2017, DepEd shall engage in partnerships with them to use their existing facilities and teaching staff. This ensures that during the transition period, the reduction in enrollment in these colleges and universities may be offset. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Where will Senior High School be implemented?"] Existing public schools may implement Senior High School. DepEd will be in partnerships with CHED, TESDA, and private schools to use their facilities, especially for the transition years. In addition, new standalone Senior High Schools will be built. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="How will DepEd recruit enough teachers for SY 2016-2017 onwards?"]

With the continuous increase of the DepEd budget, more teachers are being hired to fill all necessary gaps in schools. To aid transition, hiring of (1) graduates of Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, and other specialists in subjects with a shortage of qualified Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) applicants, (2) graduates of Technical-Vocational courses, (3) Higher Education Institution faculty, and (4) Practitioners will be allowed.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="What are the guidelines for graduates of Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, and other specialists in subjects with a shortage of qualified Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) applicants?"]

These graduates will be permitted to teach in their specialized subjects in elementary and secondary education. They must pass the LET within five years after their date of hiring to remain employed full-time. They will no longer be required to pass the LET if these graduates are willing to teach on a part-time basis.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="What are the guidelines for hired technical-vocational course graduates, faculty of Higher Education Institutions, and practitioners?"]

Graduates of technical-vocational courses must have necessary certification issued by TESDA and undergo training to be administered by DepEd or a Higher Education Institutions (HEI). Faculty of colleges and universities must be full-time professors and be holders of a relevant Bachelors degree. Faculty of TVIs and HEIs will be given priority in hiring for the transition period. DepEd and Private Education Institutions may also hire practitioners with expertise in the specialized learning areas offered by the K to 12 Program as part-time teachers.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="How will K to 12 affect the college curriculum?"] The college General Education Curriculum is being revised. It will have fewer units with the removal of unnecessary remediation as K to 12 graduates adhere to the College Readiness Standards. With K to 12, the college curriculum will comprise of a years worth of General Education subjects and at least two years of major subjects. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Will K to 12 change TESDA Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs?"] No. TESDA will continue to offer TVET programs. Students may also be eligible for NC I and NC II through Junior High School and Senior High School, respectively. [/learn_more]

[learn_more caption="What is my role in supporting this program?"]

Be informed. Education shapes our future as Filipinos, it is our duty to be aware of reforms in basic education that will move our country forward. Spread awareness. Tell your family, friends, and networks about the K to12 Program and help them stay informed.

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CURRICULUM

[learn_more caption="What will happen to the curriculum? What subjects will be added and removed?"]

There is a continuum from Kindergarten to Grade 12, and to technical-vocational and higher education. The current curriculum has been enhanced and has been given more focus to allow mastery of learning. In Grades 11 and 12, core subjects like Math, Science, and Languages will be strengthened. Specializations in students areas of interest will also be offered.

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[learn_more caption="Will students choose specializations or will this be determined by assessment?"]

Students will undergo several assessments to determine their interests and strengths. These will include an aptitude test, a career assessment exam, and an occupational interest inventory for high schools, and should help students decide on their specialization. To help guide students in choosing career tracks they intend to pursue, career advocacy activities will be regularly conducted, which will be supported by career and employment guidance counselors.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="For Senior High School, what will happen if majority of our students want to specialize in Agriculture and only one is interested to take Mathematics or Business? How will this be accommodated?"]

This is an extreme situation. The areas of specialization will be offered according to the resources available in a locality and the needs of students.

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[learn_more caption="What will happen to special schools such as science high schools, high schools for the arts, trade schools, etc.?"] These schools will remain special schools with an enriched curriculum for Grades 7 to 12. [/learn_more]

[learn_more caption="What will happen to multi-grade teaching?"] Multi-grade teaching will continue, and will use the K to 12 curriculum. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="The Alternative Learning System (ALS) age requirement is only 16 years old for the high school equivalency test. Will this change to 18? Students might want to turn to ALS if they can save two years of formal school education costs."] The ALS is based on the existing 10-year basic education curriculum. When the new 12-year curriculum will be in place, ALS will likewise be revised. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Will K to 12 enhance programs targeted to indigenous people, Muslim learners, and people with special needs?"] Yes, the K to 12 curriculum was designed to address diverse learner needs, and may be adapted to fit specific learner groups. [/learn_more]
KINDERGARTEN

[learn_more caption="Is Kindergarten a pre-requisite for entering Grade 1?"] Yes. Republic Act No. 10157, or the Kindergarten Education Act, institutionalizes Kindergarten as part of the basic education system and is a pre-requisite for admission to Grade 1. Public schools will continue to admit children who have not taken Kindergarten into Grade 1 until SY 2013-2014. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Is there an overlap between the daycare program of the LGUs and DepEd Kindergarten?"] There is no overlap. Daycare centers of the LGUs take care of children aged 4 and below, whereas the DepEd Kindergarten program is for five-year-old children. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Should schools now prepare permanent records for Kindergarten students?"] Yes. Although the assessment of readiness skills of students in Kindergarten is not academically driven, a good measure of the childs ability to cope with formal schoolin g is needed for future learning interventions.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Who is in charge of Kindergarten teacher compensation? The LGU or DepEd?"]

DepEd is the main agency that employs and pays Kindergarten teachers. There are LGUs that assist the Kindergarten program and provide honoraria for Kindergarten teachers.

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[learn_more caption="Will MTB-MLE include other languages in the future?"] For SY 2012-2013, 12 Mother Tongue languages are being used for MTB-MLE. More languages, such as Ivatan, will be added in succeeding years. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Which mother tongue will be used in multi-cultural areas?"]

The common language in the area, or lingua franca, shall be used as the medium of instruction. The principle of MTB-MLE is to use the language that learners are most comfortable and familiar with.

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TEACHERS AND DEPED NONTEACHING STAFF

[learn_more caption="Will teachers be burdened by additional teaching load due to the K to 12 Program?"] There will be no additional workload due to the K to 12 Program. The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers provides that teachers should only teach up to six hours a day. [/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Will teacher salary increase as a result of the K to 12 Program?"]

The K to 12 Program will not result in a teacher salary increase because there will be no additional teaching load or additional teaching hours. Salary increases for other reasons, such as the Salary Standardization Law, inflation, promotion, and Performance-Based Bonuses (PBB), may apply.

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[learn_more caption="How will teachers be prepared for the K to 12 Program?"]

Teachers will be given sufficient in-service training on content and pedagogy to implement this program. Current DepEd teachers shall be retrained to meet the content and performance standards of the enhanced K to 12 curriculum. The pre-service education training for aspiring teachers will also be modified to conform to the requirements of the

program. DepEd, in coordination with CHED, shall ensure that the Teacher Education curriculum offered in Teacher Education Institutions will meet the necessary quality standards for new teachers. Training of teachers will follow the phased-in introduction of the enhanced curriculum.

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[learn_more caption="How will DepEd prepare its non-teaching staff and officials for smooth transition and implementation of the K to 12 Program?"]

With the broader reform agenda, DepEd is ensuring the preparedness of the organization by introducing organizational development interventions to continuously improve its service delivery to the Filipino people. School Leadership and DepEd officials shall undergo workshops and training to enhance skills on their role as academic, administrative, and community leaders.

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BUDGET

[learn_more caption="DepEd lacks resources to address its current input shortages. With K to 12 and its added resource needs, how will this be addressed?"]

All input shortages will be wiped out before the end of 2013. A 1:1 ratio for student-totextbook and student-to-seat will be achieved within SY 2012-2013. Shortages in classrooms, teachers, and toilets will be fully addressed next year. The DepEd budget received a 23% increase in 2013 and budgetary requirements for K to 12 will be included in succeeding appropriations for full implementation. We also have the support of local government units and private partners to build the needed infrastructure.

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[learn_more caption="How can different sectors and individual citizens collectively collaborate to improve the basic education sector?"]

Private partners can donate through our Adopt-A-School program, which provides them a 150 percent tax rebate for their contribution. Individuals and institutions can take part in the TEN Moves! Campaign to build 10,000 classrooms by donating P10 per day for ten months. LGUs can follow the front-loading scheme using their Special Education Fund as collateral and the allocation as amortization. For teacher items, LGUs also help by hiring qualified teachers for our public schools and paying honoraria for them. We have enough time to provide the additional classrooms, teachers, and instructional materials since they will be needed beginning SY 20162017.

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ENSURING SUSTAINABILITY OF THE PROGRAM

[learn_more caption="I like this program but Im worried about additional cost to families. How will government respond to this difficulty?"]

Kindergarten and 12 years of basic education is offered for free in public schools. There are additional indirect costs, but government agencies are collaborating to provide programs that will enable everyone access to quality education, especially to those with lesser means. Proposals such as the expansion of the Education Service Contracting (ESC) scheme under the Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education (GASTPE) and other cost-sharing arrangements are being developed by DepEd. K to 12 graduates should have higher earning potential as they will be more competent and skilled. As a result of the K to 12 Program, particularly the more specialized education in Senior High School, CHED is exploring the possibility of decreasing the number of years of certain degree programs in college. K to 12 graduates can obtain national certification from TESDA, which will enable them to have more employment opportunities.

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[learn_more caption="What about the dropout problem? Will this be addressed by the K to 12 curriculum?"]

DepEd prefers the term school leavers rather than dropout, recognizing that most students who discontinue schooling were pushed out of the system due to factors beyond their and their parents control. Keeping students in school is a responsibility of the entire community. To respond to this, DepEd and other government agencies are collaborating to make sure that all children stay in school through programs like the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The curriculum will be learner-centered, enriched, and responsive to local needs. It will also allow students to choose electives and specializations that suit their interest. This should partly address those who stop attending school because of the perceived lack of relevance of the curriculum. DepEd will also continue to offer programs such as home schooling for elementary students and the school leavers reduction program for high schools. These programs address the learning needs of marginalized students and learners at risk of leaving the school system.

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[learn_more caption="How will the government ensure the effectiveness of the K to 12 Program?"]

A Joint Oversight Committee from the Senate and the House of Representatives shall be formed to oversee, monitor, and evaluate implementation. By the end of SY 2014-2015, DepEd will conduct a review of the implementation of the K to 12 Program and submit a midterm report to Congress.

[/learn_more] [learn_more caption="Wont this be another avenue for corruption? How can you ensure that funds will be released and used properly?"]

DepEd fully supports the Aquino administrations drive against corruption.

We will regularly package and disseminate information on agency budgets, bidding and procurement documents, and SALNs (Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth) of senior government officials, to ensure transparency and accountability. It is also in our best interest to ensure that funds and resources are not lost to corruption.

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THE ENHANCED BASIC EDUCATION ACT OF 2013, OR REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10533, WAS SIGNED ON MAY 15, 2013
http://www.gov.ph/k-12/