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Republic Acts
| Republic Act Number (R.A No.) | Title | Date Enacted | Objectives/Salient Provisions |
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| R.A. 11713 | Excellence in Teacher Education Act | April 27, 2022 | The State shall ensure and enhance the quality education and training of teachers nationwide by establishing a scholarship program for deserving students pursuing teacher education degree programs, and for teachers and school leaders pursuing graduated degree programs, and providing a dynamic, modern, and equitable educaion system through the national leadership of the Teacher Education Council. |
| R.A. 11650 | Instituting a Policy of Inclusion and Services for Learners with Disabilities in Support of Inclusion Education Act | March 11, 2022 | This policy of the State shall recognize, protect, and promote the rights of all learners with disablities, including those belonging to ethnic, religious or linguistic minorities or persons of indigenous origin, to education based on equal opportunity, make such education compulsory and accessible to them by ensuring that no learner with disablitiy is deprived of the right of access to an inclusive, equitable, and quality education, and promote lifelong learning opportunities for them. |
| IRR of R.A. 11218 | An Act Recognizing the British School Manila as an Educational Institution of International Character Granting the School Certain Prerogatives Conducive to its Development) | March 26, 2021 | |
| R.A. 11522 | An Act Declaring May 18 of Every Year as the National Higher Education Day | February 05, 2021 | To ensure a meaningful observance of this special working day as herein declared, all heads of government agencies and instrumentalities, including government-owned and controlled corporations, local government units, public and private educational institutions, employers in the private sector, and industry associations, shall encourage and afford sufficient time and opportunities for their students or employees to engage and participate in any activity conducted within the premises of their schools, offices or establishments in celebration of the "National Higher Education Day". |
| IRR of R.A. 11255 | An Act Recognizing the Everest Academy as an Educational Institution of International Character and Granting the Academy Certain Prerogatives to Promote its Development | February 03, 2021 | |
| IRR of R.A. 11237 | An Act Recognizing the Faith Academy as an Educational Institution of International Character and Granting the Academy Certain Prerogatives to Promote Its Development | February 03, 2021 | |
| IRR of R.A. 11037 | An Act Institutionalizing a National Feeding Program for Undernourished Children in Public Day Care, Kindergarten and Elementary Schools to Combat Hunger and Undernutrition Among Filipino Children and Appropriating Funds Therefor | February 03, 2021 | |
| IRR of R.A. 10871 | An Act Requiring Basic Education Students to Undergo Age-Specific Basic Life Support Training | February 03, 2021 | |
| IRR of R.A. 10676 | An Act Protecting the Amateur Nature of Student-Athletes in the Philippines by Regulating the Residency Requirement and Prohibiting the Commercialization of Student-Athletes | February 03, 2021 | |
| R.A. 11551 | An Act Integrating Labor Education in the Tertiary Education Curriculum | December 23, 2020 | Integration of Labor Education in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Curriculum. - All TVIs offering nondegree certificate and diploma courses ranging from one (1) to three (3) years shall integrate labor education as an elective course in the TVET curriculum. TVIs offering short-term courses ranging from one (1) month to less than one (1) year are encouraged to integrate labor education in the modular program of the TVET curriculum.ℒαwρhi৷ The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), shall develop the appropriate modules of instructions and other relevant materials relating to labor education in TVIs. The coverage and quality of labor education shall be included in comprehensive curriculum review to be conducted by the CHED and the TESDA. |
| IRR of R.A. 11190 | An Act Creating A High School For The Arts In The Province Of Bataan To Be Known As The Bataan High School For The Arts, And Appropriating Funds Therefor | December 03, 2020 | |
| R.A. 11510 | Alternative Learning System Act | July 27, 2020 | An Act Institutionalizing the Alternative Learning System in Basic Education for Out-Of-School Children in Special Cases and Adults and appropriating funds therefore |
| R.A. 11394 | Mandatory Provision of Neutral Desks in Educational Institutions Act | August 22, 2019 | The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being. It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote the equal development of students, including those who are left-handed. Towards this end, the State shall require educational institutions to provide appropriate armchairs to address the needs of the left-handed student population. |
| R.A. 11369 | National Students' Day Act | August 08, 2019 | The State recognizes the value of inculcating love of country and social responsibility among the youth, and supports the observance of International Students’ Day which was spearheaded by the International Students’ Council in 1941 to commemorate the execution of nine (9) Czechoslovakian students who fought against the Nazi occupation. |
| R.A. 11358 | National Vision Screening Act | July 31, 2019 | An Act Establishing a National Vision Screening Program for Kindergarten Pupils and Appropriating Funds Therefor |
| R.A. 11480 | An Act to Lengthen the School Calendar from Two Hundred (200) Days to Not More Than Two Hundred Twenty (220) Class Days | July 22, 2019 | In the implementation of this Act, the Secretary of Education shall determine the end of the regular school year, taking into consideration the Christmas and summer vacations, and the peculiar circumstances of each region. In the exercise of this authority, the Secretary of Education may authorize the holding of Saturday classes for elementary and secondary levels for public and private schools. |
| R.A. 11476 | An Act Institutionalizing Good Manners and Right Conduct and Values Education in the K to 12 Curriculum, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and For Other Purposes | July 22, 2019 | Good Manners and Right Conduct and Values Education shall replace the existing Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao curriculum and be institutionalized. |
| R.A. 11470 | An Act Creating and Establishing the National Academy of Sports and Providing Funds Therefor | July 22, 2019 | This is hereby created and established a National Academy of Sports System (NAS System) to develop the athletic skills and talents of students in world class sports facilities which are at par with international standards. |
| R.A. 11314 | Student Fare Discount Act | April 17, 2019 | 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. In addition, Paragraph 3, Section 2 of the same Article directs the State to establish and maintain a system of scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies, and other incentives, which shall be available to deserving students in both public and private schools, especially to the underprivileged. |
| R.A. 11255 | An Act Recognizing the Everest Academy as an Educational Institution of International Character and Granting the Academy Certain Prerogatives to Promote its Development | March 29, 2019 | |
| R.A. 11237 | An Act Recognizing the Faith Academy as an Educational Institution of International Character and Granting the Academy Certain Prerogatives to Promote Its Development | March 08, 2019 | |
| R.A. 11218 | An Act Recognizing the British School Manila as an Educational Institution of International Character Granting the School Certain Prerogatives Conducive to its Development) | February 14, 2019 | |
| R.A. 11206 | Secondary School Career Guidance and Counseling Act | February 14, 2019 | The State recognizes the role of the youth in nation building and in the acceleration of social progress. In this regard, the State shall ensure their total development by promoting relevant education that shall generate human resources that shall be responsive to the needs of the government, industry, and the economy. |
| R.A. 11194 | Gabaldon School Buildings Conservation Act | January 18, 2019 | It is hereby declared the policy of the State to conserve and promote the country's historical and cultural heritage resources. Towards this end, it is shall strengthen its effort ad pursue a more proactive role in the conservation and restoration of built heritage, such as the Gabaldon school buildings, to preserve their architectural, historical, and social significance. |
| R.A. 11190 | An Act Creating A High School For The Arts In The Province Of Bataan To Be Known As The Bataan High School For The Arts, And Appropriating Funds Therefor | January 10, 2019 | |
| R.A. 10871 | An Act Requiring Basic Education Students to Undergo Age-Specific Basic Life Support Training | July 17, 2018 | |
| R.A. 11037 | An Act Institutionalizing a National Feeding Program for Undernourished Children in Public Day Care, Kindergarten and Elementary Schools to Combat Hunger and Undernutrition Among Filipino Children and Appropriating Funds Therefor | June 20, 2018 | |
| R.A. 10931 | An Act Promoting Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education by Providing for Free Tuition and Other Schools Fees in State and Local Universities and Colleges, State-Run Technical Vocational Institutions Establishing the Tertiary Education Subsidy and Student Loan Program Strengthening the Unified Student Financial Assistance System for Tertiary Education and Appropriating Funds Therefor | July 25, 2016 | The State hereby recognizes the complementary roles of public and private higher education institutions and technical-vocational institutions in the educational system and the invaluable contribution that the private tertiary schools have made and will make to education. |
| R.A. 10871 | Basic Life Support Training in Schools Act | July 17, 2016 | the State shall ensure that able-bodied citizens are equipped with the necessary knowledge and basic skills to respond to certain health emergencies. |
| R.A. 10743 | National Teachers’ Day Act | January 29, 2016 | To ensure a meaningful observance of this special working holiday, all heads of government agencies and instrumentalities, including government-owned and -controlled corporations especially those that are directly dealing with the teachers, including local government units, and employers in the private sector, shall encourage and afford sufficient time and opportunities for their employees to engage and participate in any activity conducted within the premises of their offices or establishments in celebration of the “National Teachers’ Day |
| R.A. 10679 | Youth Entrepreneurship Act | August 27, 2015 | To promote the sustained development of young Filipinos whose aptitude and skill in the field of finance and entrepreneurship shall be encouraged and honed through education and specialized training program. |
| R.A. 10676 | An Act Protecting the Amateur Nature of Student-Athletes in the Philippines by Regulating the Residency Requirement and Prohibiting the Commercialization of Student-Athletes | August 26, 2015 | |
| R.A. 10922 | An Act Declaring the Second Week of November of Every Year as Economic and Financial Literacy Week | July 27, 2015 | The State recognizes the growth potential of the Country through a financially literate people who make sound financial decisions, mobilize savings, and contribute ideas on improving economic and financial policies and programs. |
| R.A. 10665 | Open High School System Act | July 09, 2015 | It is hereby declared the policy of the State to broaden access to relevant quality education through the employment of an alternative secondary education program that will enable the youth to overcome personal, geographical, socioeconomic and physical constraints, to encourage them to complete secondary education. This is in line with the constitutional policy that mandates the State to “encourage non-formal, informal, and indigenous learning systems, as well as self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs particularly those that respond to community needs”, as stated in Article XIV, Section 2, paragraph 4 of the 1987 Constitution. |
| R.A. 10650 | Open Distance Learning Act | December 09, 2014 | It is hereby declared the policy of the State to expand and further democratize access to quality tertiary education through the promotion and application of open learning as a philosophy of access to educational services, and the use of distance education as an appropriate, efficient and effective system of delivering quality higher and technical educational services in the country. |
| R.A. 10648 | Iskolar ng Bayan Act of 2014 | November 27, 2014 | It is the declared policy of the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality and accessible education at all levels and to establish and maintain a financial assistance system that shall be available to deserving students, especially the underprivileged. |
| R.A. 10647 | Ladderized Education Act of 2014 | July 28, 2014 | Provides for multiple pathways for those in technical vocational education and training (TVET) stream to continue to higher education and obtain college degrees by going through the TVET ladder or so-called access ramps embedded into the higher education degree structure. This allows for easy transition and progression of students to go upward in their career at their own pace and requirements. |
| R.A. 10627 | Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 | September 12, 2013 | For purposes of this Act, “bullying” shall refer to any severe or repeated use by one or more students of a written, verbal or electronic expression, or a physical act or gesture, or any combination thereof, directed at another student that has the effect of actually causing or placing the latter in reasonable fear of physical or emotional harm or damage to his property; creating a hostile environment at school for the other student; infringing on the rights of the other student at school; or materially and substantially disrupting the education process or the orderly operation of a school |
| R.A. 10618 | Rural Farm Schools Act | September 03, 2013 | It is hereby declared to be the policy of the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and take appropriate steps to make such education accessible to all. Further to this, the State shall establish, maintain and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and society and encourage nonformal, informal and indigenous learning systems, as well as self-learning, independent and out-of-school study programs particularly those that respond to community needs. |
| R.A. 10533 | Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 | May 15, 2013 | The State shall establish, maintain and support a complete, adequate, and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people, the country and society-at-large. |
| R.A. 10410 | Early Years Act | March 26, 2013 | The State shall institutionalize a National System for Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) that is comprehensive, integrative and sustainable, that involves multisectoral and interagency collaboration at the national and local levels among government; among service providers, families and communities, and among the public and private sectors, nongovernment organizations; professional associations and academic institutions. |
| R.A. 10556 | An Act Declaring Every 27th Day of November as “Araw ng Pagbasa”. A Regular Working Holiday | November 27, 2012 | The State recognizes and supports endeavors that promote reading and literacy, motivate awareness and uphold our Filipino heritage and culture, including educational activities focusing of the life of former Senator Benigno Aquino Jr. whose role in our country history was influenced by great writings of different individuals. |
| R.A. 10556 | An Act Declaring Every 27th Day of November as “Araw ng Pagbasa”. A Regular Working Holiday | July 23, 2012 | The State recognizes and supports endeavors that promote reading and literacy, motivate awareness and uphold our Filipino heritage and culture, including educational activities focusing of the life of former Senator Benigno Aquino Jr. whose role in our country history was influenced by great writings of different individuals. |
| R.A. 10157 | Kindergarten Education Act | January 20, 2012 | In consonance with the Millennium Development Goals on achieving Education for All (EFA) by the year 2015, it is hereby declared the policy of the State to provide equal opportunities for all children to avail of accessible mandatory and compulsory kindergarten education that effectively promotes physical, social, intellectual, emotional and skills stimulation and values formation to sufficiently prepare them for formal elementary schooling. This Act shall apply to elementary school system being the first stage of compulsory and mandatory formal education. Thus, kindergarten will now be an integral part of the basic education system of the country. |
| IRR of R.A. 10122 | Rule and Regulations Implementing Republic Act No. 7165, Otherwise Known as "An Act Creating the Literacy Coordinating Council, Defining its Powers and Functions, Appropriating Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes as Amended by Republic Act No. 10122 | June 29, 2010 | IRR of R.A 10122 |
| R.A. 10122 | An Act Strengthening the Literacy Coordinating Council by Amending Republic Act No. 7165, Otherwise Known as "An Act Creating the Literacy Coordinating Council, Defining its Powers and Functions, Appropriating Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes | May 27, 2010 | The State shall institutionalize an interagency coordinating and advisory body to synchronize and strengthen policies and efforts toward the universalization of literacy. |
| R.A. 10086 | Strengthening Peoples’ Nationalism through Philippine History Act | July 27, 2009 | The State shall likewise give utmost priority not only to the research on history but also to the popularization of history. In this way, the State will be able to build a Philippine national identity based on unity and pride in diversity held together by a common history. |
| R.A. 10066 | National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009 | July 27, 2009 | The State shall likewise endeavor to create a balanced atmosphere where the historic past coexists in harmony with modern society. It shall approach the problem of conservation in an integrated and holistic manner, cutting across all relevant disciplines and technologies. The State shall further administer the heritage resources in a spirit of stewardship for the inspiration and benefit of the present and future generations. |
| R.A. 9512 | Environmental Awareness and Education Act of 2008 | December 12, 2008 | Consistent with the policy of the State to protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature, and in recognition of the vital role of the youth in nation building and the role of education to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation and development, the state shall promote national awareness on the role of natural resources in economic growth and the importance of environmental conservation and ecological balance towards sustained national development. |
| R.A. 9509 | Barangay Livelihood and Skills Training Act of 2008 | August 12, 2008 | An Act establishing livelihood and skills training centers in fourth, fifth and sixth class municipalities, and for other purposes |
| R.A. 9165 | Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 | June 07, 2002 | Specific Provisions: Article IV, Sections 42 to 45 |
| R.A. 9163 | National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001 | December 19, 2001 | AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM (NSTP) FOR TERTIARY LEVEL STUDENTS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7077 AND PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1706, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES |
| R.A. 9155 | Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001 | August 11, 2001 | AN ACT INSTITUTING A FRAMEWORK OF GOVERNANCE FOR BASIC EDUCATION, ESTABLISHING AUTHORITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY, RENAMING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, CULTURE AND SPORTS AS THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES |
| R.A. 8545 | Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act | February 24, 1998 | It is a declared policy of the State in conformity with the mandate of the Constitution, to promote and make quality education accessible to all Filipino citizens. The State also hereby recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions in the educational system and the invaluable contribution that the private schools have made and will make to education. For these purposes, the State shall provide the mechanisms to improve quality in private education by maximizing the use of existing resources of private education, recognizing in the process the government’s responsibility to provide basic elementary and secondary education, post-secondary vocational and technical education and higher education as having priority over its other functions. |
| R.A. 8525 | Adopt-A-School Act of 1998 | February 14, 1998 | It is the policy of the State to provide quality and relevant education to the Filipino youth and to encourage private initiative to support public education. Towards this end, the State shall institute programs to encourage private companies and enterprises to help in the upgrading and modernization of public schools in the country, particularly those in poverty-stricken provinces. |
| R.A. 8496 | Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System Act of 1997 | February 12, 1998 | The State shall give priority to Research and Development, invention, innovation, and their utilization; and to Science and Technology education, training and services. It shall support indigenous, appropriate, and self-reliant scientific and technological capabilities, and their application to the country's productive systems and national life. To achieve these, the State hereby establishes a PSHS System that will assume a leadership role in secondary level science and technology education. |
| R.A. 8292 | An Act Providing for the Uniform Composition and Powers of the Governing Boards, The Manner of Appointment and Term of Office of the President of Chartered State Universities and Colleges, and for Other Purposes | June 6, 1997 | It is the declared policy of the State to establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people society. |
| R.A. 7796 | “Technical Education and Skills Development Act of 1994” or the “TESDA Act of 1994”. | August 25, 1994 | The State shall encourage active participation of various concerned sectors, particularly private enterprises, being direct participants in and immediate beneficiaries of a trained and skilled workforce, in providing technical education and skills development opportunities. |
| R.A 7722 | An Act Creating the Commission on Higher Education, Appropriating Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes | May 18, 1994 | The State shall protect, foster and promote the right of all citizens to affordable quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to ensure that education shall be accessible to all. The State shall likewise ensure and protect academic freedom and shall promote its exercise and observance for the continuing intellectual growth, the advancement of learning and research, the development of responsible and effective leadership, the education of high-level and middle-level professionals, and the enrichment of our historical and cultural heritage. |
| R.A. 7165 | An Act Creating the Literacy Coordinating Council, Defining its Powers and Functions, Appropriating Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes | November 25, 1991 | It is the policy of the State to give the highest priority to the adoption of measures for the total eradication of illiteracy. For this purpose, it shall encourage and nationalize the formulation of policies and the implementation of programs on non-formal, informal, and indigenous learning systems, as well as self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs particularly those that respond to community needs. |
| B.P. 232 | Education Act of 1982 | September 11, 1982 | It is the policy of the State to established and maintain a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the goals of national development. Toward this end, the government shall ensure, within the context of a free and democratic system, maximum contribution of the educational system to the attainment of the following national developmental goals: |
| R.A. 896 | Elementary Education Act of 1953 | June 20, 1953 | In pursuance of them of all schools expressed in section five, Article XIV of the Constitution, and as amplified by subsequent legislation, it shall be the main function of the elementary school to develop healthy citizens of good moral character, equipped with the knowledge, habits, and ideals needed for a happy and useful home and community life. |