1. Understanding the K-12 Basic Education Program

2. “Education is the key to the long-term problems of the country
“Education is the key to the long-term problems of the country. If we fix basic education, we fix the long-term problems of the country. And if we fix the country’s problems, we will build a truly strong society. . .”
-Pres. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III

3. 10-Point Basic Education Agenda
12-Year Basic Education Cycle
Universal Kindergarten
Madaris Education
Technical-Vocational Education
Every Child a Reader by Grade One
Science and Math Proficiency
GASTPE (Gov. Assistance to Student and Teachers to Private Education)
Medium of Instruction
Quality Textbooks
Covenant with LGUs
10-Point Basic Education Agenda

4. The Philippines is the only remaining country in Asia with a 10-year pre- university program.

5. The majority who do not go to college are too young to enter the labor force. Thus, they would either be unemployed or be vulnerable to exploitative labor practices.
Those who may be interested to set up businesses cannot legally enter into contracts.
Our graduates are being disadvantaged by their youth and inadequate preparation. . .

6. The few, (only 23%) who would proceed to tertiary education, usually have to undergo remedial and high school level classes in colleges and universities.
Those who graduate (17%) may not be recognized as professionals abroad.
Our graduates are being disadvantaged by their youth and inadequate preparation. . .

7. The Washington Accord prescribes 12 years of basic education as an entry to recognition of engineering professionals.
The Bologna Accord requires 12 years of education for university admission and practice of profession in European countries.
Our graduates are being disadvantaged by their youth and inadequate preparation. . .

8. “We need to add two years to our basic education
“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.”
-Pres. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III

9. Senior High School Junior High School Elementary Kindergarten
2 years
Senior High School
4 years
Junior High School
6 years
Elementary
1 year
Kindergarten
K System

10. Enhancement of the basic education curriculum is the central focus of K to 12.
The enhanced curriculum will offer areas of specialization or electives such as science and technology, arts, sports, journalism, tech-voc, foreign language, entreperneurship, and subjects for advanced placement.
Key Features of K to 12

11. New Features of the K-12 Basic Education Curriculum
Vertical continuum and horizontal articulation of competencies
Mother Tongue as a learning area and medium of instruction
Spiral progression in Science and Math
MAPEH (Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health) begins in Grade 1
New Features of the K-12 Basic Education Curriculum

12. Learning Areas for Grades 1 to 1o
Grade Levels
Mother Tongue
English (2nd sem)-6
Filipino
Mathematics
Araling Panlipunan 1-6
Edukasyon sa
Pagpapakatao 1-6
Science
MAPEH
EPP
TLE

13. SAMPLE CLASS PROGRAMMING Grade 1
Time
Learning Areas
Number of Minutes
7:00-7:15
7:15-7:25
Pambansang Awit
Homeroom
7:25-7:55
Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao 30
7:55-8:45
Mother Tongue 50
8:45-9:15
Filipino
9:15-9:35
RECESS
9:35-10:15
Araling Panlipunan 40
10:15-10:45
English (Oral Fluency)
2nd Semester
10:45-11:35
Mathematics
1:00-1:30
Remediation, Reinforcement, Enrichment Activities or Optional Religious Instruction
1:30-2:10
MAPEH
TOTAL
240/270

14. Time Allotment 270 NOMENCLATURE/LEARNING AREA Grades 1 to 6
(No. of Minutes Daily)
Grades 7 to 10 (Weekly)
G 1
G 2
G 3
G 4
G 5
G 6
1st Sem.
2nd Sem.
Language Arts
Mother Tongue 50 -
Filipino 30
4 hrs
English
Science
Mathematics
Araling Panlipunan 40
3 hrs
EPP/TLE
MAPEH
EsP
2 hrs
Total
240
270
310
360
29 hrs

15. Core Curriculum and Career Paths
Grades 7-12
Core Curriculum and Career Paths

16. Filipino learners, in order to be globally competitive, need to develop 21st century core skills( digital age literacy, inventive thinking, effective communication, and high productivity) and be functionally literate.
Aside from the development of 21st century core skills, the extended high school program should be packaged for the preparation of students for career and higher education. This is because secondary education is designed primarily to provide the transition from school to work and from school to further learning.
Premises

17. The curriculum shall be designed to provide a blended career and college preparatory program. Putting the two on the same level and blending them will enhance the seamless relationship between career and higher education and give them equal social and economic value.
Premises

18. MODEL 2 Junior/Senior HS Curriculum
Academic Specialization: Engineering/ Journalism/Foreign Language
11-12
Grades
Core Academic Areas (5)
Grade 10
Core Academic Areas(8) include TLE (choice of Agri-Fishery, Industrial Arts, HE or ICT) 9
Core Academic Areas (8) include TLE (choice of Agri-Fishery, Industrial Arts, HE or ICT) 8 7
Tech-Voc Specialization
Sports/Arts Specialization
MODEL 2
Junior/Senior HS Curriculum

19. Implementation of Junior HSSY
Grade 10 SY
Grade 9 SY
Grade 8 SY
Grade 7
Implementation of Junior HS

20. Implementation of Senior HSSY
Grade 12 SY
Grade 11
Implementation of Senior HS

21. Learning Areas for Grades 11 and 12
Language*
English
Filipino
Literature*
Philippine Literature (1st Sem)
World Literature (2nd Sem)
Mathematics*
Math
Science*
Life Sciences
Physical Science
Social Sciences
and Philosophy*
Contemporary Issues Philosophy (Local)
Contemporary Issues (Global)
Career Pathways
(Track-dependent)
Entrepreneurship, Tech- Voc**
Others (Arts, Sports, Security, Journalism, Science, etc)
Others
National Service Training Program
Anchored on the College Readiness Standards of CHED
** Based on TESDA Training Regulations

22. Senior High School benefits different students in different ways.
Students who complete college
Reduction in
college years
offsets additional
years of
schooling
Higher
productivity
(about 9%
income premium)
Higher college
completion rates
Students who finish high school then work
Better income
opportunities;
higher income
streams
Cost due to
delayed
employment
offset by higher
income streams
Students who complete 2 years of college or post-secondary
Reduction in
cost of schooling
with additional 2
years of “free”
education

23. A full 12 years of basic education will be required for entry into tertiary level education by SY
Completion of K to 12 education shall be compulsory for those who will go to college/university.

24. Graduates of K to 12 Basic Education Program are envisaged to be better prepared for life as they are expected to
possess sufficient mastery of 21st century core skills;
be emotionally developed and competent to live a meaningful life;
be socially aware, pro-active and involved in public and civic affairs;
Vision

25. be adequately prepared for the world of work or entrepreneurship or higher education;
be legally employable; and
be globally competitive.
Vision

26. Benefits of K to 12 to Individuals and Families
An enhanced curriculum will decongest academic workload, giving students more time to master competencies and time for extra-curricular activities, thus, allowing for their more holistic development.
Graduates will possess competencies and skills relevant to the job market.
Graduates will be better prepared for higher education.
Benefits of K to 12 to Individuals and Families

27. Benefits of K to 12 to Individuals and Families
Graduates will be able to earn higher wages and/or better prepared to start their own business. Studies in the Philippines have shown that an additional year of schooling increases earnings by 7.5%.
Filipino graduates could be recognized abroad.
Benefits of K to 12 to Individuals and Families

28. Benefits of K to 12 to Society and the Economy
K to 12 will contribute to economic growth. Several studies have shown that the improvements in the quality of education will increase GDP growth by as much as 2%.
A better educated society provides a sound foundation for long-term socio- economic development.
Benefits of K to 12 to Society and the Economy

29. Who will cover the cost of the additional two years in high school?
Free for those in public schools
Subsidized by the Government for those in the ESC program
Who will cover the cost of the additional two years in high school?

30. MORE POWER AND GOOD DAY EVERYONE!!!