1. Tuition, Miscellaneous and Other Fees

• No tuition fee increase. Some payments were reduced.

• Most payments were SUSPENDED. They will only be collected once face-to-face instruction is allowed. (ex. AVR, TLE, Speech Lab, Computer Lab, Club, Recollection, SSC, Mindanao Cross, Bato Balani, Damayan and many more.)

2. Opening of Classes: "August 2, 2021"

3. Mode of Instruction:

• Category 1 Without connectivity - Students who do not have internet access, mobile device, and other related resources at home – through correspondence.

• Category 2 With limited connectivity - Students who have irregular internet access but have at least a mobile device with messaging capability at home – through Synchronous and Asynchronous approach.

• Category 3 With Connectivity - Students who have stable internet access, mobile devices, and other related resources at home – through Synchronous and Asynchronous approach.

Definition:

Synchronous Learning - Involves online studies that are conducted with the aid of chat rooms. It allows students to ask their teacher or fellow student’s questions instantly through instant messaging

Asynchronous Approach - It is self-paced learning that involves course work delivered by web, email, message boards that posted in online forums.

4. Assessment

Formative, summative, and authentic assessments will be utilized in the K-12. The current grading system of the K to 10 shall be utilized, provided modifications must be done to fit with the distance learning model. In the SHS, the current grading system is applicable since competency-based or performance-based is already practiced in the unit.

5. Subjects

• Subjects for Grades 7-10 will be clustered by semester to allow students to concentrate and focus on fewer competencies for each subject; four or five (4 or 5) subjects for First Semester and four or five (4 or 5) subjects for Second Semester (G7-G10);

• Senior High School subjects will be clustered into two (2) every semester.

• A comprehensive exam will be administered at the end of the semester to assess the performance of the students in each subject.

• Varied strategies shall be utilized in translating in-person curricular experience into distance learning.

• For subjects requiring IMMERSION, particularly in the SHS, a virtual immersion set of activities will be prepared like modular activities with simulation or case studies. Courses with laboratory classes shall also devise a virtual activity for the students and follow assessment, as reflected in this policy.

• Health advisory, guidance, and counseling will continue to be provided as part of the learning packets and through synchronous and asynchronous methods.

• The school shall ensure that supplementary lessons and activities related to Catholic Faith and Ignacian Core Values will be given regularly.

6. Role of Teachers

• The schedule of the submission of outputs must be agreed upon by the learners and the teacher. Ample time must be set for the completion, depending on the nature of the activities given.

• A structured schedule of classes is prepared to avoid confusion, particularly with the synchronous approach. However, for purposes of flexibility, the schedule of classes may be arranged depending upon the approach adopted. On the other end, teachers will be available and overseeing your child’s learning activities remotely.

• Your child’s online activities will be monitored and given feedback carefully by teachers.

• In situations where your child does not complete or submit their assignments, we expect teachers to make contact with you.

7. Role of Parents

• We encourage you to ensure that your child is completing their assignments punctually and completely.

• We advise all parents to be proactive and talk to your child’s school principal and classroom teacher about your school’s distance learning mode of delivery, learning objectives, and daily distance learning timetables.

• Step-by-step guidance on how to access and use the online learning tools and curriculum will be provided.

• For students who will be using correspondence learning printed learning packages, a schedule for pick-up and drop-off will be provided.

• Periodic communication during the distance-learning period will be provided to allow the best support for your child.

8. Tips for Parents

• Understand the distance learning model and schedule of your school, including submission deadlines, virtual classroom timings, and quiz or test dates.

• Maintain routine and create a consistent daily schedule of learning and activities that suits you and your child. How would parents provide a safe learning environment?

• Place your child’s learning device in a common area of your home where you can monitor their online activity and time spent online.

• For older children, this strategy will allow you to monitor them indirectly.

• Ensure that the learning space is always clean and disinfected.

• Place a hand sanitizer and disinfectant nearby and make sure your child is washing their hands frequently.

• Know your child’s daily/weekly learning schedule and learning objectives beforehand.

• Create a consistent daily schedule of learning and activities with your child

• Encourage and celebrate your child’s achievements and efforts. Give positive feedback about how they are handling their learning.

• Have one-on-one positive conversations and interactions with your child, especially if they are misbehaving.

• Talk about the importance of the activity at hand.

• Expose them to new learning experiences that will excite their interest, such as by creating small learning competitions among siblings or classmates.

• You may want to allocate some hours in the morning before going to work to learn with your child.

• Ensure that your child has not exhausted themselves physically early in the day, leaving them unable to focus during learning hours.

• Create a schedule for device usage if you do not have enough devices.