Final Parent's Orientation for Grade-7 JHS

Parents Orientation

1. WELCOME TO PARENTS’ ORIENTATION July 27, 2024

2. APS VISION ACADEMIA PRIMERA SCHOOL, INC.’s vision is to maximize students’ potential for learning by providing the right educational environment that will contribute to their total development, thus making them well-equipped, productive, globally competitive, God-fearing, family-centered, and patriotic citizens.

3. APS MISSION As we advance the vision, ACADEMIA PRIMERA SCHOOL, INC. provides: - goals and aspirations in life by developing their full potential such as skills and knowledge, equipping them with innovative ideas, teaching them to think creatively and critically, and guiding them into becoming productive members of the community;  - support for upgrading the knowledge and skills of faculty and staff in pursuing higher education which they can transfer to the learners and the community what they have acquired; - promote harmonious partnership with the parents in nurturing the behavior, attitudes, skills, and knowledge of our students; and - instillment to all school community members love of God, country, and fellowmen.

4. Name: Emmanuel D. Sano, LPT License Professional Teacher Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Mathematics Age: 24 years Old Address: Romblon, Romblon Philippines

5. Attendance

6. REMINDER: This activity is documented by the APS including photo documentation. Some materials may be used for official APS communication outputs for public dissemination. If you have concerns, please inform the documenter or the adviser of your child. Thank you!

7. MEETING PROPER

8. LEARNING MODALITY SCHOOL YEAR 2024-2025 Full Face-to-Face Note: Online Classes (in case of long suspension of classes due to force majeure/natural calamities)

9. To all parents: Kindly prepare a Zoom account if online classes will be conducted.

10. CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES SCHOOL YEAR 2024-2025

11. SCHOOL PROGRAMS

12. MATH AND ENGLISH PROGRAM GRADE 1-10

13. MY SKILL BUILDER Grades 1-3

14. ACES PRE & POST TESTS Grades 4-10 Math & english (PEN & PAPER TEST)

15. HOMEROOM GUIDANCE PROGRAM GRADE 1-10

16. KINDER TO GRADE 6

17. Grades 7-10

18. ANTI-BULLYING PROGRAM Orientation and Training to Students

19. SCOUTING FOR PRE-KINDER TO GRADE 6

20. Scouting Uniforms Membership fee - TBA Activities: - Investiture Ceremony (all levels) Scout Olympics (Pre-Kinder to Grade 6) Backyard Camping (JHS) Twice a month general assembly/meeting – Pre- Kinder to Grade 3 Once a week general assembly/meeting – Grade 4 to10 LEVEL GIRL SCOUT BOY SCOUT PRE-ELEMENTARY Twinkler Scout Kid Scout GRADE 1 TO 3 Star Scout Kab Scout GRADE 4-6 Girl Scout Boy Scout GRADE 7-10 Senior Scout

21. Note: Please wear School Uniform on August 1, Thursday Please wear the Scouting Uniform starting on August 8, every Thursday

22. PRE-ELEMENTARY

23. GRADE 1-3

24. GRADE 4-6

25. Senior Scouts (Grade 7-10)

26. SCHOOL’S RULES AND REGULATIONS - As the child enters the school premises, he/she shall wear the proper scheduled uniform and school ID. For boys, only plain white undergarment (Sando) is allowed. The length of a girl’s skirt should be below the knees. - Come to school on time. Late comers will not be tolerated. A student should come to school 10 minutes before the official time. - Absenteeism is strictly monitored. An excuse letter is required to be presently signed by the parent/legal guardian upon the return to school.

27. - No cutting of classes. Staying outside the classroom while the class is ongoing is considered cutting classes. - Everyone is required to attend the flag ceremony, and flag retreat and is expected to execute all the activities during the ceremony. - Proper tone of voice must be observed inside the school premises. Shouting is strictly prohibited.

28. - Respect all school personnel all the time. - Respect school properties. Do not write anywhere you want especially on chairs and tables. Any property damaged will be replaced with the same kind or amount. - Fall in line when entering the classrooms, canteen, or any school facilities. Walk properly and do not run.

29. - Personal hygiene must be observed. Keep your uniform clean. - Standard haircut, with no earrings for boys must be followed. For girls, putting on make-up, other cosmetic products, artificial color, highlights, and hair dye is not allowed. For the accessories, only modest size is encouraged. - Buying of food/snacks should only be done during the scheduled break time.

30. Grading System

31. A. Classroom Assessment - is an ongoing process of identifying, gathering, organizing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information about what learners know and can do. B. Formative Assessment - is a process that involves teachers using evidence about what learners know and can do to inform and improve their teaching. The teacher’s immediate feedback enables students to take responsibility for their own learning and identify areas where they do well and where they need help.

32. C. Summative Assessment - is an assessment that is usually administered toward the end of a learning period to measure the extent to which the learners have mastered the essential learning competencies. D. GRADING - is the way of reporting assessment data by assigning a value to the results as a record of students’ ability, achievement, or progress.

33. WHAT IS THE GRADING SYSTEM? - Learners from Grades 1 to 12 are graded on Written Work, Performance Tasks and Quarterly Assessment every quarter. - These three are given specific percentage weights that vary according to the nature of the learning area.

34. How is learner progress recorded and computed?

35. SCHOOL YEAR : 2024-2025 Performance Task 50% Quarterly Assessment 20% Initial Grade Quarterly Grades Group Presentation Oral Recitation Project Assignment Attendance TOTAL PS WS Periodical Exam PS WS                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

36. MATATAG NA CURRICULUM – MAPEH 4 & 7

37. Table 8. Final grades and General average POLICY GUIDELINES ON CLASSROOM ASSESSMENT FOR THE K TO 12 BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

38. - Final Grade of 75 or higher in all learning areas allows the student to be promoted to the next grade level. How are learners promoted or retained at the end of the school year?

39. 1. Written Works Long Test Weekly Quiz Seat works Essay 2. Performance Tasks Oral Recitation/Group Recitation Attendance Skills Demo. Assignment (The school has its own policy on giving assignment on any days of the week) 3. Quarterly Assessment Quarterly Exam/Periodical Test

40. Transmutation Table

41. EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CHECKLIST (KINDERGARTEN )

42. POLICY GUIDELINES ON AWARDS AND RECOGNITION DepEd Order #36, S. 2016 1. PERFORMANCE AWARDS FOR PRE-ELEMENTARY

43. 2. CHARACTER TRAITS FOR PRE-KINDER TO GRADE 3 PUPILS

44. 3. Awards for Grades 4-6 and Junior High School Best in Conduct Most Participative Most Improved Best Reader/Oral Communication Award Best in Writing

45. 4. Awards for All Levels Perfect Attendance Award – means complete attendance throughout the school day, including extracurricular activities. Note: Half-day attendance is not counted for perfect attendance award.

46. 4. Academic Excellence award The award for Academic Excellence is given to learners from Kinder to Grade 10 who have attained an average of at least 92 and passed all learning areas.

47. 5. Academic Excellence These awards are given to recognize learners in all levels who have exhibited exemplary skills and achievement in specific subjects. ENGLISH SCIENCE MAPEH ARALING PANLIPUNAN FILIPINO EDUKASYON SA PAGPAPAKATAO MOTHER TONGUE EDUKASYONGPANTAHANAN AT PANGKABUAHAYAN MATHEMATICS /TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION The student who has the highest average on that subject will receive this award.

48. Note: All learners must meet the final grade of at least 75 in all learning areas to be promoted to the next grade level. If students did not meet expectations in not more than two (2) learning areas , he/she must pass remedial classes for learning areas with failing marks to be promoted to the next grade level. Otherwise, the learner is retained in the same grade level. If students did not meet expectations in three (3) or more learning areas, he/she will be retained in the same grade level.

49. Attendance (School’s Policy)

50. Attendance and Punctuality - Class attendance will be checked daily. - No deduction for excused absences. The valid reasons are sick & emergency cases only. However, if the reason is habitual such as sickness, kindly submit a medical certificate. The child’s attendance will be referred to the Guidance Office if his/her absences is habitual. The parent will be called for a meeting. - Absences should not exceed the 20% of the total number of school days required by the Department of Education. - A student who comes to school 5 minutes after the official time shall be considered late.

51. - Students are expected to attend all school activities even if it is scheduled on weekend. - Students will not be allowed to leave the school premises during class hours unless in case of emergency and with an authorized companion. - In case of absence, the diary must be brought to the school so the teacher will update the lesson he/she has missed. It is the obligation of the parents/guardians to follow up on the particular lessons at home.

52. UNIFORM AND GENERAL APPEARANCE - All the students should wear their complete uniform from Monday to Friday in school. The complete uniform includes identification cards, black shoes, and white socks. The P.E uniform (shorts/jogging pants, P.E. t-shirt, and rubber shoes) is to be worn during P.E. Day while Scouting Uniform (with accessories) is to be worn every Thursday. - Additions to the uniform that is not in accordance with the regulations will not be allowed. - Events that allow the wearing of casual wear, students should wear neat, presentable clothes. Beachwear, tight-fitting clothes, and clothes that are seen through and/or too revealing are not allowed. Hair, shoes, and accessories should be neat at all times. - Failure to follow may be subject to school discipline for minor offense.

53. SCHEDULE OF UNIFORMS (PRE-KINDER TO GRADE 6) Monday School Uniform Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Scouting Uniform (starting August 8) Friday PE Uniform

54. SCHEDULE OF UNIFORMS (JHS) Monday School Uniform Tuesday Wednesday PE Uniform Thursday Scouting Uniform (starting August 8) Friday School Uniform

55. STUDENT’S IDENTIFICATION CARD (ID) - The student’s ID should be properly worn at all times while inside the school campus. - Utmost care of the ID is a must. It must be free from stickers and other trimmings. - The ID is non-transferable. - A student who frequently comes to school without an ID may be subject to disciplinary measures.

56. School Activities School activities are observed to develop their child’s personality, talents, skills, and socialization. Schedule of such programs are provided. We encourage parents to get involved to the school activities of their children as much as possible.

57. Birthday Parties Children may celebrate their birthdays in school. Parents must inform the teacher at least one week before the birthday celebration of their child. The school discourages extravagant parties. Parties should not be longer than the time allotted for recess. This may be held as part of the school program to enhance belongingness and develop social skills among children. Regular class activities must be observed.

58. Field Trips Educational Field trip is a must for APS pupils and students unless exceptional justifiable cases. This is in line with the principle that the learning process must not be limited to the four walls of the classroom. An Educational Trip is a supplement and reinforces learning and enables them to gain an in-depth understanding of various concepts and skills, to learn about their environment and their community, and this may be a trip to historical, socio-cultural places, industrial, scientific, and research centers, and recreational places.

59. SCHOOL DISCIPLINE   Minor Offenses - Improper wearing of Prescribed School Uniform & ID - Tardiness - Loitering/Littering - Improper haircut for boys, wearing of makeup and accessories for girls - Misbehaving inside the campus/Class Disruption - Display or use of any electronic equipment/gadget during class hour, not needed in the class - Malicious name calling in any form; written, verbal or online - Sleeping in class - Frequent unexcused absences

60. SCHOOL DISCIPLINE   Major Offenses - Bullying in any form - Inappropriate social media activity – discriminatory, obscene, pornographic and malicious conduct - Cheating in any form - Cutting classes - Affiliation with organizations contrary to school’s policies - Negative use of school name - Posting/Saying derogatory/unfavorable remarks to any school personnel - Gross Disrespect/Assault towards school authority - Cursing/shouting offensive and vulgar language in and out of the classroom.

61. SCHOOL DISCIPLINE   Major Offenses - Bringing/Showing of mobile phones, any kind of cigarettes, alcoholic beverages, pornographic materials, dangerous drugs & weapons - Fighting, inflicting physical harm to classmates, schoolmates, school authorities - Tampering of school document - Vandalism and destruction of School Property - Improper public display of affection - Misconduct inside and outside the school premise - Shop lifting - Theft/stealing - Other form of misconduct

62. HOUSE RULES FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS 1. The parent is not allowed to enter the classroom during class hours. 2. Parents who want to see a school personnel/teacher should make an appointment and observe proper protocol. 3. A proper dress code should be observed inside the school premises. 4. Parents/Guardians who accompany students in the morning are restricted beyond the drop-off area. During break time, parents must drop off snacks and lunch at the entrance gate only. 5. In case of a student’s absence, an excuse letter should be submitted to the adviser.

63. 6. Parent who wants to excuse his/her child during class hours is required to accomplish Early Dismissal Slip. 7. Parents/Guardians should notify the school personnel when home addresses and phone numbers are changed. 8. Parents are encouraged also to follow responsibly the guidelines for use of social media especially when the name of the school is involved/ at stake. 9. The parent is allowed during: a. Enrollment and payment of school fees b. Parents-Teachers Conference Day c. School Activities d. Appointment with school personnel 10. Parents’ commitment and involvement in all school activities are encouraged/requested.

64. GUIDELINES ON REGISTRATION, WITHDRAWAL OF ENROLLMENT AND REFUND

65. - A student who has been officially enrolled and paid the pertinent tuition and other school fees in full or partial and decided to withdraw his/her enrollment for whatever reason shall submit his/her request to withdraw enrollment in writing to the administrative department , specifying the reason/s . The admin reserves the right to request for documents to validate the reason/s supplied and to conduct exit interview. The date it was received by the ADMIN shall be considered as the date of the withdrawal of enrollment when approved. - If the application for the Withdrawal of Enrollment is made before the following dates, then the student shall be charged on the total amount due. - Before the start of classes - ten (10%) percent charge - On the date of the start of classes (calendar day 1 ) and within 1 st week ( up to calendar day 7 ) after the start of the classes - thirty (30%) percent charge - After the week but within the 2 nd week (calendar day 8 to 14) after the start of the classes - fifty (50%) percent charge - After the 2 nd week after the start of the classes (day15) - will be charged the total amount due whether or not the student has attended the classes

66. - Should the payment made is more than the amount due: a corresponding refund shall be made. In case the payment made is insufficient at the time of withdrawal, the balance has to be paid before the application for withdrawal shall be approved. However, if the withdrawal of enrollment is due to justifiable reasons properly supported by validated proof and is found to be acceptable by the school management, the student shall be charged with the pertinent fees only up to and including the last month of attendance, a fraction of month shall be considered one - (1) month but in no case lower than thirty (30%) of the total amount due. - Entry level credentials may release to the student if the withdrawal is made before the start of the classes.

67. - Withdrawal of Enrollment made on or after the start of the classes shall be marked in the transcript of records dropped. If no official withdrawal or dropping of subjects is applied and the student fails to attend the classes, a failing grade shall be recorded in the transcript of records. - Failure to pay on the due date will mean an additional P100.00 for the missed dates. - The school reserves the right to not let graduating students to attend the rites if and when they still have unpaid balances.

68. GUIDELINES FOR USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA SCHOOL YEAR 2024-2025

69. The following guidelines shall apply to all users of social media by the students whether school activities or personal activities. Speak with Competence You represent your school and the entire school community. Make sure that your online posts and comments reflect your competency pertaining to your classmates, schoolmates, teachers/staff, and your knowledge about your school.

70. Speak only about what you know. Consider linking or referring to the official School website or the School’s Facebook page (or other social media accounts) for important matters only.

71. Add Value - Consider the value of your post or comment before you share or send it. - If what you are posting assists others in the education community, and provides fresh and insightful comments; including your peers, parents, and teachers; or solves a problem, you are adding value. - Similarly, if your contribution promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect in the education community; or improves the image of the School and its services, it is adding value. - Do not post any offensive/vulgar words that may offend/insult others and may affect the name of the school.

72. Be careful in sharing your photos or videos. Always remember. A person who places a photograph on the internet is deemed to have intended to forsake and renounce all privacy rights to such imagery. Be Appropriate. Never post anything that might be offensive to others, such as improper comments, insulting posts, gender-sensitive posts, arrogant behavior, or posts that make fun of others especially members of the education community.

73. Be Broadminded. - Be respectful to all others online even when you disagree with other commentators or posts. - Always advocate your views and points based on facts. Avoid speaking negatively about people, including other schools in any way. - Engaging in arguments and inflammatory debates can lose your credibility and reputation, and by association, that of the School.

74. Obey School Policies. - The standard for conduct and the prohibition of certain acts as provided in the School policies extend your activities in cyberspace and social media at all times even off-campus and beyond school hours. - Do not bully, harass or discriminate against fellow students, teachers, and other school authorities, defame or mock them. - For any concerns, approach the school authorities and do not post your concern or disappointments online.

75. Protect Privacy. Do not use social media to disclose confidential or proprietary information of the School which violates the individual privacy of your classmates, schoolmates, and teachers. Respond to Your Mistakes Immediately If you post something in error, correct it immediately. Your credibility is judged by your accuracy and your willingness to recognize and fix your mistakes.

76. Be aware that you can be subject to disciplinary action for violation of these guidelines. Any violation of these guidelines will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action as provided under the student’s handbook.

77. DATA PRIVACY ACT CONSENT - Academia Primera School, Inc. recognizes its responsibilities under the Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012, with respect to the data they collect, record, organize, update, use, or consolidate from the learners. The personal data obtained will only be accessed by authorized personnel. - Furthermore, the information collected and stored shall only be used for the following purposes: - Processing and reporting of documents related to DepEd Learner Information System - Promotions of programs, school activities and - Announcements of events pertaining to student’s achievements conducted by Academia Primera School, Inc. through its official social media account

78. RA 10173 DATA PRIVACY ACT Encourage everyone NOT to post the following: 1. Student’s ID with full name & LRN 2. Student’s Report Card with Grades 3. Student’s Certificate/Diploma with full name and signature of teacher, school principal and administrators.

79. CLASS SCHEDULES

80. THINGS TO BRING 1 pc. each short and long brown envelope with plastic 2 pcs. illustration board (1/8 size) 1 pack colored paper (assorted color) 1 pack bond paper (short and long) 3 pcs. c artolina (assorted color) 1 glue/paste 2 pcs. short and long folders   For Grade 4-10 only: For Formal theme book (English) Sulating Pangwakas (Filipino) Others: Toiletries (soap, tissue paper, toothbrush and toothpaste personal hygiene kit (comb, cologne, powder, alcohol, face towel, facemask, extra t-shirt, shorts and underwear)

81.   PRE-KINDER – COURAGE Notebooks 1. N1 – Math 2. N2 – Reading 3. N3 – Language 4. N4 – Filipino Books 1. B1 – Math 2. B2 – Reading 3. B3 – Language 4. B4– Filipino 5. B5 - Writing    

82.   KINDER – KINDNESS   Notebooks   1. N1 – Math 2. N2 – Science 3. N3 – Reading 4. N4 – Language 5. N5- Filipino   Books   1. B1 – Math 2. B2 – Science 3. B3 – Reading 4. B4– Language 5. B5 - Filipino 6. B6 – Writing  

83. GRADE 1 Notebooks 1 . N1 - Reading 2. N2 – Math 3. N3 – Language 4. N4 – Filipino 5. N5 – MAKABANSA 6. N6 – GMRC Books 1. B1 – Reading 2. B2 – Math 3. B2 B – Skill Builder 4. B3 – Language 5. B4– Filipino 6. B5 - MAKABANSA 7. B6 – GMRC 8. B7- Writing

84. GRADE 2 Notebooks 1. N1 - Mother Tongue 2. N2 – Math 3. N3 – English 4. N4 – Filipino 5. N5 – Araling Panlipunan 6. N6 – MAPEH 7. N7 – Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao Books 1. B1 – Mother Tongue 2. B2 – Math 3. B2 B – Skill Builder 4. B3 – English 5. B4– Filipino 6. B5 - Araling Panlipunan 7. B6 – MAPEH 8. B7 – Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao 9. B8- Writing

85.   GRADE 3 -LOVE Notebooks 1. N1 – Mother Tongue 2. N2 – Math 3. N3 – Science 4. N4 – English 5. N5 – Filipino 6. N6 – Araling Panlipunan 7. N7 – MAPEH 8. N8 – Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao Books 1. B1 – Mother Tongue 2. B2 – Math 3. B2 B – Skill Builder 4. B3 – Science 5. B4– English 6. B5- Filipino 7. B6 – Araling Panlipunan 8. B7 – MAPEH 9. B8 – Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao 10. B9- Writing  

86. GRADE 4-6   Notebooks   1. N1 - Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan 2. N2 – Math 3. N3 – Science 4. N4 – English 5. N5 – Filipino 6. N6 – Araling Panlipunan 7. N7 – MAPEH 8. N8 – GMRC/ Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao   Books   1. B1 - Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan 2. B2 – Math 3. B3 – Science 4. B4 – English 5. B5 – Filipino 6. B6 – Araling Panlipunan 7. B7 – MAPEH 8. B8 – Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao 9. B9- Writing  

87. Open Forum

88. APS Official FB Page

89. Adviser’s Official FB Account

90. Official Contact numbers: Admin Office: 454-6378 0929-5150272 0915-8684727 Accounting Office: 472-4820

91. 2-minute break Please stay for the ESC Orientation to be conducted by our School Principal (Grade 7 Parents)

92. Thank you for entrusting your child with us. Welcome to SY 2024-2025!