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Department of Education
Region III
Schools Division Office-City of Malolos
District 5
SANTISIMA TRINIDAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
City of Malolos, Bulacan
SCHOOL ID: 104879
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8. Do not climb trees, gates, railings, fences and the school buildings.
9. Respect the property rights of others.
THE SCHOOL HANDBOOK 10. Leave the premises immediately after school duties/responsibilities are
completed.
Satma. Trinidad Elementary School ensures that pupil will have a
safe and conducive environment, thus, promote and abide with the best POLICY GUIDELINES ON AWARDS AND
practices in school, as follows: RECOGNITION FOR THE K TO 12
BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM
SCHOOL POLICIES, RULES AND REGULATIONS
A. Classroom Awards
1. Strive to be present every school day, in case absence, parents should
1. Performance Awards for Kindergarten
call the school in the morning of the absences and notify the teacher in
writing upon the student’s return to school. Learners in Kindergarten should be recognized for their most evident and
2. Respect each other at all times; Disagreement will be settled by most prominent abilities. They can also be recognized for showing significant
discussing the problem and seeking a solution that is fair to all concerned. improvement in a specific area. (e.g. from having poor fine-motor skills to
3. Buildings and the school will be kept clean and neat. Do not deface or being able to draw or write well). Since kindergarten learners have no
damage school property. Students who vandalize the school property numerical grades, teachers are advised to recognize outstanding achievement
will make restitution. of learners based on the different domains and/or learning competencies
4. Maintain order when moving to different areas. Do not run; running is a of the kindergarten curriculum at the end of every quarter. Since all
frequent cause of injuries. learners must be given equal opportunity to excel and demonstrate their
The following are not allowed in school unless prior permission is granted strengths, an award may be given to more than one learner. Teachers can
by the school staff: choose from the domains and skills listed in Appendix 1. They have the
 Radios, cell phones, and other electrical equipment option to provide creative or unique titles for each award appropriate
 Yoyos, dart, sling shots, toy gun and other potentially dangerous toys to their context and community (e.g. in mother-tongue).
 Pets, skateboards, roller skates, roller bladders, razors
 Valuables, extra money, items of sentimental value 2. Conduct Awards
 Fireworks, matches These awards are given to learners who have been observed to consistently
 Weapons or expensive toys demonstrate the DepEd core values (Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makalikasan,
5. Remain within school boundaries at all times. Students leaving the Makabansa), monstrate the DepEd core values (Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makalikasan,
school must have a; Makabansa)
6. Student Pass or School Fetcher ID must be accompanied by a fetcher,
parents and guardian.

2.1. Characters Traits for Kindergarten to Grade 3

These awards are given to younger learners to affirm their positive traits and attitudes
or to recognize significant improvement in their behavior. Teachers
can choose from, but are not limited to, the character traits listed in Appendix 2. They
also have the option to provide creative or unique titles for each award appropriate to
7. Avoid using abusive or profane language and gestures.
their context and community.
(Disorderly Conduct Offense)
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2.2 Conduct Awards for Grade 4 to 6
1. Academic Excellence Award
Conduct Awards for grade 4 to 12 in each class will be given at the
At the end of the school year, the Academic Excellence Award is given to
end of the school year. This will be based on the evaluation of the
learners from grade 1 to 12 who have attained a General Average of least 9
adviser and subject teachers, using the guidelines stipulated in Section VI
and a passing Final Grade in all learning areas.
of DepEd Order no. 8.s 2015. Awardees must have consistently and
dutifully carried out the core values of the Department as indicated in The General Average is reported as a whole number following DepEd Order
the report card. They must have obtained a rating at least 75% Always No. 8, s. 2015.
Observed (AO) at the end of the school year (with at least 21 out of 28
AO rating in the report card). They also must have not been The class adviser will give to the AC the list of qualified learners to be awarded
sanctioned with offenses punishable by suspension or higher sanction during a school ceremony. Refer to Table 2 for the Academic Excellence Award
with the school year according to the Department’s service manual at the end of the school year.
and child protection policies for teacher.
Table 2. Academic Excellence Award
3. Academic Excellence Award
Academic Excellence Award Average Grade per Quarter
The award for Academic Excellence within the quarter is given to 1. with Highest Honors 98-100
learners from grade 1 to 12 who have attained an average of at least (May Pinakamataas na Karangalan)
90 and passed all learning areas. 2. With Honor 95-97
The Average Grade per Quarter is reported as a whole number following (May Mataas na Karangalan)
DepEd Order No. 8, s 2015. 3. With Honors 90-94
(May Karangalan)
Table 1. Academic Excellence Award
Academic Excellence Award Average Grade per Quarter
1. with Highest Honors 98-100
(May Pinakamataas na Karangalan) DEPED ORDER NO. 40, S.2012
2. With Honor 95-97
CHILD PROTECTION POLICY
(May Mataas na Karangalan)
I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 1. Short Title
3. With Honors 90-94 This Department Order shall be know as the “DepEd Child Protection Policy”.
(May Karangalan) Section 2. Statement of Policy
4. Recognition for Perfect Attendance Pursuant to the 1987 Constitution, the State shall defend the right of
children to assistance, including proper care and nutrition, and special
This award is given at the end of every quarter to encourage learners to protection from all forms of neglect, abuse, cruelty, exploitation and other
attend and actively participated in class. Perfect attendance means that a conditions prejudicial to their development (Article XV Section 2 [2]).
learners a must be present in all his/hers classes. And must have no The Constitution further provides that all educational institutions all
absences for the entire quarter. Learners who are representing the inculcate patriotism and nationalism, foster love of humanity, respect for
school for various purposes (e.g. in school or off-campus activities) human right, appreciation of the role of national heroes in historical
may also qualify for this award. development of the country, teach the rights and duties of citizenship,
B. Grade-Level Awards strengthen ethical and spiritual values, develop moral character and personal
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discipline, encourage critical and creative, broaden scientific and for academic matter, and other school officials.
technological knowledge, and promote efficiency. (Article XIV, Section 3 [2]). d) “Other Personnel” – includes all other non-academic personnel in the school,
whatever may be the nature of their appointment and
The Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) aims to protect children
status of employment.
from all forms of physical or mental violence, injury and abuse. Neglect or
negligent treatment, maltreatment and exploitation, including abuse. D. “Child Protection” – refers to programs services, procedures and structures
The same convention establishes the right progressively, and on basis that are intended to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect, exploitation,
of equal opportunity, it obliges the government to take measures to encourage discrimination and violence.
regular attendance in school and reduce drop rates. Thus it is mandated that all E. “Parents” – refers to biological parents, step-parents, adoptive parents
appropriate measures be undertaken to ensure that school discipline is ad mitered in a and the common-law spouse or partner of the parent;
manner consistent with the child’s human dignity and in conformity with the CRC. F. “Guardian” – refers to legal guardians, foster parents and other persons,
including relatives or even non-relative, who has physical custody of the
Section 3. Definition of Terms
child.
A. “Child” – refers to any person below eighteen (18) years of age of those but are
unable to fully take care of themselves or protect themselves from abuse, neglect,
cruelty, exploitation or discrimination because of a physical or mental disability or
G. “School Visitor or Guest” – refers to any person who visits the school
condition: (RA 7610). For purpose of this Department Order the term also includes
and has any official business with the school, and any person who does not
pupils or students who may be eighteen (18) years of age or older but are in school.
have any official business but is found within the premises of the school.
This may include those who are within the school premises for certain
reasons. (e.g. student teachers, catechists, service provider, suppliers,
“Children in School” – refers to bonafide pupils, students or learners who are
bidders, parents and guardians of other children).
enrolled in the basic education system, whether regular, irregular, transferee
H. “Child Abuse” – refers to the maltreatment of a child, whether habitual
or repeater, including those who have been temporarily out of school,
or not, which includes any of the following.
who are in the school or learning centers premises or participating in school
I. “Bullying or Peer Abuse” – refers to willful aggressive behavior that is
sanctioned activities.
directed, toward a particular victim who may be out-numbered, younger,
B. “Pupil, Student or Learners” – means a child who regularly attends classes
weak, with disability, less confident or otherwise vulnerable. More
in any level of the basic education system, under the supervision and tutelage
particularly.
of a teacher or facilitator.
 Bullying – is committed when a student commits an act or a series
C. “School Personnel” – means the persons, singly or collectively working in a
of acts directed towards another student or a series of single acts
public or private school. They are classified as follows:
directed towards several students in a school setting or a place of
a) “School Head” – refers to the chief executive officer or administrator
learning, which results in physical and mental abuse,
of a public or private school or learning center.
harassment, intimidation, or humiliation. Such acts may consist of
b) “Other School Officials” – include other school officers, including
any one or more of the following:
teachers who are occupying supervisory positions or positions of
responsibility and involved in policy formulation or implementation Section 4. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PUPILS,
in a school. STUDENTS AND LEARNERS
c) “Academic Personnel” – includes all school personnel who are
formally engaged in actual teaching service or in research assignment, either Pupil student and learners shall have the following duties and responsibilities.
on a full-time or a part-time basis. As well as those who possess certain A. Comply with the school’s regulations as along as they are in harmony
prescribed academic functions directly supportive of teaching, such as with their best interest. Pupils students and learners shall refrain from:
registrar, librarians, guidance counselors, researchers and other i. Engaging in discrimination or leading a group of pupils or
similar persons. They may include school officials who are responsible students to discriminate another, with reference to one’s
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physical appearance, weaknesses and status of any sort; calling no snowball or rock throwing, no tackle football or piggy
ii. Doing any act that is inappropriate or sexually provocative backing, no hard/baseball. *Respecting Property: no sitting on desks or
iii. Participating in behavior of other students that is illegal, unsafe
or abusive;
iv. Marking or damaging school property, including books, in any way;
v. Engaging in fights or any aggressive behavior;
tables, no marking walls with shoes, pencils, ball pen, marker or other
objects, any gum or candy in the school. * Safe travelling: No running in
halls or on sidewalks * Respecting others: Stay out of other’s desk or
things, no-name calling, no back talk, no use of swear words or vulgar
vi. Introducing into the school premises or otherwise possessing
comments.
prohibited articles, such as noxious substances, cigarettes and
pornographic materials and;  EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: if a child is injured or become ill while all
vii. Performing other similar acts that cause damage or injury to another. school, the school nurse or other school personnel will
An allegation that any of these acts has been committed shall not contact the parents/guardians at home or work. It is essential that an
be used to curtail the child’s basic right, or interpreted to emergency number be recorded with the teacher-adviser. If a child needs
defeat the objective of this Department Order. to be transported to the clinic or hospital for emergency treatment, it is
B. Conduct themselves in accordance with their level of development the duty of the concerned adviser.
maturity and demonstrated capabilities, with a proper regard for the
 EVALUATION – CONFERENCE: Evaluation is a daily process and one
right and welfare of other persons;
in which teachers, parents, and student works together cooperatively. There
C. Respect another person’s right regardless of opinion status, gender
will be four (4) formal reporting periods during the school year with a
ethnicity religion as well as everyone’s moral and physical integrity; and
report card. There will be two (2) days scheduled for parent teacher
D. Observe the Code of Conduct for pupils, students and learners.
conferences during the year. Parents/ guardians are encouraged to
1) Psychology or Physical abuse, neglect, cruelty, sexual
contact their chjild’s teacher if additional meetings are desired.
abuses and emotional maltreatment;
2) Any act by deed or words which debases, degrades or demeans the  SCHOOL CLOSINGS: During periods of inclement weather, parents and
intrinsic worth and dignity of a child as a human being; students are requested to listen to their radio or television
3) Unreasonable deprivation of the child’s basic needs for survival, news form information.
such as food and shelter; or
4) Failure to immediately give medical treatment to an injured child The DepEd Vision
resulting in serious impairments of his or her growth and
development or in the child permanent incapacity or death We dream of Filipinos who passionately love their country and
(Sec. 3 [b], RA 7610). whose competencies and values enable them to develop their full
potential and contribute meaningfully to building the nation.
OTHER SCHOOL POLICIES
As a learner –centered public institution the Department of Education
 BIRTHDAY INVITATION: To avoid hurt feelings, birthday party continuously improves itself to better serve its stakeholders.
Invitations should not be handed out in class unless all children or all
boys/girls in the class are invited to the party.
 NON-AGGRESSIVE PLAY: No fighting, arguing, teasing or name
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Department of Education; unknown to many, the school which serves as the
second home in hastening the talents of its school children has a rich history
Mission of its own.
To protect and promote the right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, In 1923, three compassionate gentlemen that had a heart in educating their
culture-based and complete basic education where: fellow kabarangays namely Mr. Huracio Bulaong, Mr. Raymundo Santiago
and Mr. Hermogenes Adriano donated the land that the school now occupies
 Students learn in a child friendly, gender sensitive , safe and which measured at about 9,707 square meters.
motivating environment
The first building of the school was established in the year 1924 due
 Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner to the persistent and collaborative efforts of Mr. Toribio Maclang,
Mr. Damian Valenzuela and Mr. Raymundo Santiago.
 Administrator and staff as stewards of the institution ensure an In the previous years, Santisima Trinidad Elementary School offered
enabling and supportive environment for effective learning to happen schooling to pupils from grades I-IV only. It was in 1949, the year when the
school became a complete elementary and experienced its first graduation
 Family, community and other stakeholders are actively engaged ceremony.
and share responsibility for developing life-long learners.
In 2011, the school has shared its property in accordance to the education
Goals and Objectives program of the Hon. Mayor Christian D. Natividad, the establishment of
 To provide basic elementary education that will promote relevant values Stma. Trinidad National High School within the school vicinity.
and lay the foundation for life-long learning Stma.. Trinidad Elementary School started with only five teachers
 Improve the academic performance of the pupils in all learning areas in
all grade levels.
but because of the tremendous increase of its enrolment today the
 Enhance competence, efficiency, and accountability of personnel.
school has 35 permanent teachers and 3 contractual teachers
 Maintain a child-friendly school environment which is accessible
who offer their specializations, expertise, skills and knowledge in
to the community
producing pupils that are not just equipped but globally competitive.

Goals and Objectives

Maka—Diyos

Makabayan

Maka-Tao

Makakalikasan

History of Santisima Trinidad Kinder Grade 2

Elementary School Melissa R. Ejaus Adelfa C. Apostol
Stma. Trinidad Elementary School, a school known for excellence and Mark Christian C. Martin Vilma S. Surio
its active participation to the programs, projects and advocacy of the Jerrylyn D. Clara Mylinn M. Mendoza
Marife T. Obias Raquel A. Roque
Liwayway R. Cruz
Grade 1 Grade 3
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RICHIE R. CASTRO
Principal IV