THE WHY

OF OUR BEING

HERE TODAY ….

* THE ENABLED FILIPINO* THE LEGAL BASIS

1987 Constitution - Article XIV, Section 1 - Article XIV, Section 2.1

R.A. 7160 (Local Gov’t Code)* THE K+12 BASIC EDUCATION REFORM* THE SYNTHESIS

The enabled/empowered value-driven, visionary Filipino is the greatest treasure of this nation, a vision shared by every segment of our society, a vision achieved through quality education.

Article XIV, Section 1. – The State shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to

quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education

accessible to all.Article XIV, Section 2 (1). – The State shall

establish, maintain and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and the

society.

WHERE ARE WE AT NOW?Insufficient mastery of basic

competencies due to congested curriculum

High school graduates (< 18 years) lack basic competencies and

maturity

Locally, only 6 of every 1,000 Grade 6

elementary students are prepared to

enter high school.

Only 2 of every 100 4th year high school

graduates are fit for college.

Internationally, Filipino youths rank 41st in Science and 42nd in

Math among 45 countries.

Millions of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) specially the professionals and

those who intend to study abroad are at a disadvantage.

Our graduates are not automatically recognized as professionals abroad. The

Washington Accord and the Bologna Accord prescribe 12 yrs of basic education

for university admission.

The Philippines is the only

remaining country in Asia

with a 10-year pre-

university program

Table 3 Comparative Data on the Pre-University Education in Asia

Country Basic Education Cycle Total

Brunei 12

Cambodia 12

Indonesia 12

Lao PDR 12

Malaysia 12

Myanmar 11

Philippines 10

Singapore 11

Thailand 12

Timor-Leste 12

Vietnam 12

Mongolia recently added grades to make basic education 12 years.

Source: Adapted from SEAMEO-INNOTECH

Why Add Two Years?• Decongest and enhance the basic education

curriculum

• Better quality education for all

“We need to add two years to our basic education. Those who can afford pay up to fourteen years of

schooling before university. Thus, their children are getting into the best universities and the best jobs after

graduation. I want at least 12 years for our public school children to give them an even chance at succeeding.”

- President Benigno S. Aquino III

K+12 is not new. The proposal to expand the

basic education dates back to 1925.

WHAT IS

K+12?• K+12 means Kindergarten and the 12 years of elementary

and secondary education. • Kindergarten refers to the 5-year old cohort that takes a

standardized kinder curriculum.

K+12 Education Vision Graduates of Enhanced K+12 Basic Education Program will:

• Acquire mastery of basic competencies.• Be more emotionally mature.• Be socially aware, pro-active, involved in public and

civic affairs.• Be adequately prepared for the world of work or

entrepreneurship or higher education.• Be legally employable with potential for better

earnings.• Be globally competitive.

Studies in the Philippines have shown that an additional year of schooling increases individual earnings by 7.5%.

What Will the Society Gain from K+12?

• K+12 will facilitate an accelerated economic growth.

• K+12 will facilitate mutual recognition of Filipino graduates and professionals in other countries.

• A better educated society provides a sound foundation for long-term socio-economic development.

What Will the LGUs Benefit from K+12?EVERY CHILD A PRIDE OF THE LOCALITY

• Increase employment locally and globally• Increase business enterprises• More entrepreneurs and investors• Improved family income• Improved LGU income

Studies validate that improvements in the quality of education will increase GDP growth by 2% to 2.2%.

How Do We Add the Two Years?Proposed Model:

K-6-4-2 Model

Senior High SchoolGrades 11 to 12 (16-17 years old)

Junior High SchoolGrades 7 to 10 (12-15 years old)

Elementary SchoolGrades 1 to 6 (6-11 years old)

Kindergarten (5 years old)

What is Senior High School?

• 2 years to consolidate academic skills and competencies and allow in-depth specialization for students depending on the occupation/career track they wish to pursue• Skills and competencies relevant to the job market

Implementation Plan (proposed)

Summary• Change is two-fold: curriculum enhancement and

transition management.

• K+12 is a less costly alternative to the present system of education.

• We have 5 years to address shortages before implementation.

* 1987 Constitution

Art. XIV, Sec. 1Art. XIV, Sec.2.1

* R.A. 7160

THE ENABLED FILIPINO: VISION & VALUE DRIVEN* Highly competent; Highly skilled; Emotionally mature; Highly productive

K+12 ENHANCED BASIC EDUCATION

(K+ 6 + 4 +2)

Local Government Units

Other Government Agencies

THE ENABLED FILIPINO

Therefore, this is the perfect time for the K+12 Enhanced Basic

Education Reform. It cannot wait any longer.

WE COUNT ON YOU !!!

Make K+12 your LEGACY!!!

Team 4A

Dr. Carmelita T. Dulangon Dr. Caredad Labe Dr. Ma. Milagros Velez Dr. Rosalie Pasaol Mr. Bianito Dagatan

THANK YOU !!!