Supreme Secondary Learner Government - Capas Senior High School
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Section 1
All receipts of moneys from all sources shall be evidenced by acknowledgment receipts.
Section 2
A monthly report for financial status should be issued.
Section 3
Financial Statements shall be posted in the SSLG Bulletin Board every month.
SSLG Treasurer and Auditor shall promulgate financial guidelines for proper financial management.
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Article XVIII
Ratification of this Constitution
Section 1
The Constitution and By-Laws may be amended or modified in full or in part once every three years from its official issuance through a DepEd Order or Memorandum.
Section 2
Amendments to this constitution and By-Laws shall take effect immediately upon approval of the School Head and any higher official.
Constitution and By-Laws of the Supreme Secondary Learner Government in Capas Senior High School
PREAMBLE
We, the students of Capas Senior High School, believe that there is always a place for improvement when it comes to Supreme Secondary Learner Government and in the nourishment of the youth leaders, do hereby take on this Constitution and By-Laws of Supreme Secondary Learner Government of Capas Senior High School that shall embody justice and freedom, embrace the voices of students, give importance to the principles of discipline and virtue, and promote a safe and nurturing environment in able to set both academical and moral standard of the students.
Article I
General Provision
Section 1
The Constitution and By-Laws shall be known as the Constitution and By-Laws of the Supreme Secondary Learner Government of Capas Senior High School which shall hereinafter be referred to as the SSLG.
Section 2
For the purposes of this Constitution and By-Laws, the following words used shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in this section.
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2.1 “SSLG” refers to the Supreme Secondary Learner Government.
Article II
Name and Domicile
Section 1
The name of this Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall be known as the Capas Senior High School Supreme Secondary Learner Government which shall hereinafter be referred to as SSLG.
Section 2
The seat of the Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall be located inside the premises of Capas Senior High School.
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Article III
Declaration of Principles, Objectives, and Policies
Section 1
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall have the power which emanates from the student body. It shall be an autonomous, unified, and the highest democratic representative of the student body.
Section 2
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall uphold and adhere with the Mission Statement of the Department of Education “to protect and to promote the right of every Filipino to quality, equitable; culture based and complete basic education” where “students learn in a child friendly, gender-sensitive, safe and motivating environment.”
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2.1 The Mission Statement of The Department of Education shall serve as the guide of the Supreme Secondary Learner Government in working to serve the best interest of the student body.
Section 3
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government is founded on the principles of participatory democracy, responsible servant-leadership, collaboration, unity, accountability, and efficiency in serving the student body.
Section 4
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall be committed on launching programs and projects inside Capas Senior High School inclined with the Department of Education Core Values: “Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Maka-Kalikasan and Makabansa”.
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Objectives
Section 5
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall be the forefront of the students’ rights and welfare, and shall be the model of the students excellence, grounded on the good character, and deep sense of moral values.
Section 6
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall have the following objectives:
6.1 To help students’ develop passionate love of the country, values and competencies that will enable them to realize their full potential and to contribute meaningfully in building the nation;
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6.2 To represent the students in the policy-making body of the school concerning the students’ right and welfare;
6.3 To develop a student-friendly, safe, and motivating learning environment;
6.4 To nurture an inclusive, service-oriented, gender-sensitive, and environment conscious community;
6.5 To help develop self-confidence, critical thinking, problem- solving, decision making, and learning among the student body and to utilize these skills in contributing towards nation building;
6.6 To empower the students strive for excellence in the academics,leadership, and social responsibility; to encourage the students to be proactive members of the society;
6.7 To uphold the values, principles and ideals of the Department of Education;
6.8 To serve, to protect and to promote rights and welfare of every student.
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Policies
Section 7
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall be the highest governing body of the students.
Section 8
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall pursue at all times, the values of honesty and integrity in service, renouncing all forms of corruption and acts which are contrary to the rules regulations of Capas Senior High School and the Department of Education.
Section 9
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall encourage an open communication and dialogue with other student organizations, movements, and other sectors of the society not inconsistent with its principles and purposes.
Section 10
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall remain at all times, accountable and transparent with all of its transactions involving the interest of its constituents who they must serve with out most responsibility, integrity, loyalty, efficiency, and professionalism.
Section 11
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall strive to pursue an independent stand, not dictated by any other sector, other than the students, as long as these are not contrary to the Mission – Vision Statement of Core Values of the Department of Education.
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Article IV
Membership
Section 1
All bonafide students of Capas Senior High School are members of the student body to whom the SSLG shall be committed to serve and to be accountable at all times.
Section 2
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government Membership Fee costs Php 00.00 and is required to be paid by the student body.
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Article V
Bill of Rights
Section 1
Every student has the right to learn in an inclusive, child friendly, gender sensitive, safe and motivating environment.
Section 2
Every student has the right to enjoy responsible freedom of speech and expression.
Section 3
Every student has the right to avail of all the services offered by the SSG which includes but not limited to organizing, joining, and actively participating in the clubs, organizations, groups, and other associations for purposes not contrary to existing policies.
Section 4
Every student has the right to conduct and to actively participate in all school activities and programs.
Section 5
Every student has the right to information of the programs, rules, policies, regulations, and other matters concerning them.
Section 6
Every student has the right to suffrage , to apply for a position, to nominate , and to be elected into office, and to exercise other electoral practices.
Section 7
Every student has the right to responsible and independent operation of the student elections and student publications.
Section 8
Every student has the right to proper representation and participation in different meetings and assemblies of the school on issues affecting the welfare of the student body.
Section 9
Every student has the right to recall their SSLG representatives.
Section 10
Every student has the right to due process.
Section 11
Every student has the right to professional competence from the teachers and school administration.
Section 12
Every student has the right to be academically evaluated based on equal and objective criteria.
Section 13
Every student has the right to an open and regular student-teacher and student-school administration dialogue.
Section 14
Every student has the right to freely and responsibly express their concerns, views, and grievances.
Section 15
Every student has the right to equal, legitimate, and responsible use of adequate, safe, clean, and efficient school facilities.
Section 16
All other rights as specified in DepEd Order No. 40 s. 2012 entitled DepEd Child Protection Policy but are not Specified herein are included as rights of the students.
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Article VI
Duties and Obligations of Students
Section 1
Every student has the responsibility to observe and uphold the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, the rules and regulations of Capas Senior High School, and this Constitution at all times.
Section 2
Every student shall exercise his/her rights responsibly and in good faith.
Section 3
Every student shall support and promote the ideals, principles, thrusts, and objectives of the SSLG, the School, and the Department of Education.
Section 4
Every student shall uphold the values of honesty and integrity.
Section 5
Every student shall endeavor to achieve academic excellence and shall abide by the rules and regulations governing his/her academic responsibilities.
Section 6
Every student shall pursue to nurture an inclusive, service-oriented, gender-sensitive, and environment-conscious community.
Section 7
Every student shall abide by the Supreme Secondary Learner Government Constitution and By-Laws.
Section 8
Every student shall support the activities and programs of the SSLG and the Department of Education as approved by the appropriate DepEd Issuances.
Section 9
Every student shall strive to become a proactive member of society and to contribute in the development of his/her community.
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Article VII
Powers, Duties, and Responsibilities of the SSLG
Section 1
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall be the highest governing body of the students.
Section 2
The Supreme Secondary Learner Government shall have the following functions and responsibilities:
2.1 To uphold and enforce the provision of the Supreme Secondary Learner Government By-Laws and Constitutions.
2.2 To support and promote the ideals, principles, thrusts, and objectives of the SSLG, and the Department of Education.
2.3 To ensure fair, efficient, and effective delivery of services to the student body.
2.4 To formulate and recommend programs that will address relevant issues and concerns of the students.
2.5 To plan, implement, and enforce policies designed to protect and promote students’ rights and welfare.
2.6 To monitor and evaluate the student activities in the school and in the community.
2.7 To create committees as may be necessary to address the needs of the students.
2.8 To make recommendations to school authorities regarding student matters, affairs, and activities.
2.9 To serve as a representative of the students in voicing their opinions, suggestions, and grievances.
2.10 To participate in the crafting and formulation of School Improvement Plans.
2.11 To act as a coordinating council of all co-curricular organizations in the school.
2.12 To have such powers and duties as the school authorities and the student body may, from time to time, grant or delegate, consistent with stated principles, objectives, and school policies.
2.13 To spearhead all DepEd-driven thrusts, projects, programs, and activities of the SS:G.
2.14 To monitor and coordinate with the Supreme Secondary Learner Government on Elections every election period.
2.15 To monitor and coordinate elections of the other recognized campus co-curricular organizations.
2.16 To recommend to the School Head the granting, renewal, and revocation of accreditation of campus student organizations.
2.17 To turn over all Financial assets, papers, documents, properties, and other responsibilities to the incoming SSLG Officers and ;
2.18 To submit financial and accomplishment reports to the school authorities on a monthly basis. A terminal report must be submitted to the school authorities and the Incoming SSLG Officers during the turnover of responsibilities.
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Article VIII
Composition, Election, Qualification, and Term of Office of the SSLG
Section 1
The officers are the duly elected President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Auditor, Public Information Officer, Protocol Officer, Layout Artist and the Academic Strand Representatives.
Section 2
The Academic Strand Representatives who shall get the highest number of votes among the elected Representatives in their respective strand shall serve as the Strand Representatives of the Academic Strand concern.
Section 3
All SSLG elections shall be conducted school-wide annually.
Section 4
The campaign procedures and elections shall be in accordance with the SSLG COMELEC Standard Election Code.
4.1 Be bona fide students;
Section 5
Candidates for all the SSLG Positions shall:
5.1 Be of good academic standing with a general weighted average of 85 and above without any failing grade during the 1st to 3rd grading period of the current school year;
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5.2 Have not been subjected to any disciplinary sanctions;
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5.3 Have submitted the SSLG Election Application Packet to be approved by a representative of the SSLG Commission on Elections.
Section 6
Once elected all SSLG Officers, except Strand Representatives, shall be considered resigned and ineligible from all major elective or appointive positions in other clubs and organizations. Major elective or appointive positions shall refer to the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Auditor, P.I.O, P.O or equivalent positions, including Editor in Chief, Managing Editor and Associate Editor of the School Paper or Publications.
Section 7 No residency shall be required of the candidates for all the SSLG Positions. Section 8 The officers of the SSLG shall hold office for one (1) school year.
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Article IX
Duties and Functions of Student Government Officers
Section 1 The SSLG President shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the SSLG. He/She shall have the following duties:
1.1 Officially represent the student body at any function on or off the campus;
1.2 Preside over all meetings and may designate another officer to preside for a specific meeting;
1.3 Serve as ex- officio member of all executive committees;
1.4 Enforce this Constitutions and By-Laws and other regulations promulgated;
1.5 Sign all the official minutes, projects proposals, resolutions, correspondences, and other official papers of SSLG;
1.6 Represent the SSLG or designate his/her representative for any eternal or internal affairs function;
1.7 Head the Coordinating Council of School Co-Curricular Organizations;
1.8 Implement SSLG programs and projects;
1.9 Create Ad Hoc Committees, as the need arises. The Chairperson of which shall be appointed by the SSLG President and;
1.10 Perform other functions inherent and incidental to his/her office
Section 2
The Vice President shall have the following duties:
2.1 Assist the President in all matters where his/her assistance is necessary.
2.2 Assume the Office of the President should the position become valid.
2.3 Supervise members in planning and arranging meetings, or programs of activities.
2.4 Head of the Internal Affairs Committee, conceptualize programs, projects and plan activities with the representatives.
2.5 Perform other duties assigned by the SSLG.
Section 3
The Secretary shall have the Following duties:
3.1 Keep accurate records of the minutes and document proceedings in every meeting.
3.2 Keep a file of all the pertinent documents and papers of the SSLG and make them accessible to Student body.
3.3 Provide immediate documentations and reports for every implemented project.
3.4 Head the SSLG Secretariat, and;
3.5 Perform other duties assigned by the SSLG.
Section 4
The Treasurer shall have the following duties:
4.1 Keep all Financial records of SSLG and be the one responsible for any information related to the student activity fund:
4.2 Serve as the disbursing officer of all the SSLG funds;
4.3 Prepare the annual budget for SSLG;
4.4 Prepare accurate and transparent financial reports every month, after every activity, and at the end of term;
4.5 Formulate pertinent financial guidelines for the organization;
4.6 Serve as an ex-officio member of any and all the Finance Committee for the purpose of considering budgetary and/or financial matters of the SSLG;
4.7 Conduct an inventory of all the SSLG property and submit a report , in writing of its condition and state;
4.8 Perform other duties assigned by SSLG.
Section 5
The Auditor shall have the following duties:
5.1 Certify the legitimacy and correctness of the disbursement of funds;
5.2 Audit all expenditures of the SSLG funds;
5.3 Assist the treasurer in formulating guidelines and reports;
5.4 Keep and update the inventory of all the SSLG Property;
5.5 Act as the Assistant Head of the Financial Committee and;
5.6 Perform other duties assigned by SSLG.
Section 6
The Layout Artist shall have the following duties;
6.1 Lead the editing duties for the school page;
6.2 Handle public posting such as announcements, updates, and other post that has the purpose of informing the students.
6.3 Perform other duties assigned by SSLG.
Section 7
The Public Information Officers shall have the following duties;
7.1 Disseminate and promote the thrusts and objectives of the SSLG;
7.2 Build and Maintain a credible image for the SSLG;
7.3 Take charge in the promotion of SSLG projects and activities;
7.4 Head of the Publicity Committee, and;
7.5 Perform other duties assigned by SSLG.
Section 8
The Protocol Officers shall have the following duties;
8.1 Help the presiding officer in maintaining peace and order during the meetings;
8.2 Act as disciplinary officer if necessary;
8.3 Maintain peace and order within the premises of the school;
8.4 Act as chief peace officer and over all Sergeant and Arms of subordinate organizations and classes;
8.5 Chair the Students’ Welfare Committee and appoint its members, and;
8.6 Perform other duties assigned by the SSLG.
Section 9
The Strand Representatives shall have the following duties;
9.1 Represent his/her grade level in all the meetings of the SSLG;
9.2 Serve as grievance desk for their corresponding strands; Assist in the active implementation of the SSLG programs and Projects, and; 9.3 Perform other duties assigned by SSLG.
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Article X
Permanent Committees in the Student Government
Section 1
There shall be seven (7) permanent committees in the SSLG; namely, the Executive Committee, Internal Affairs Committee, Secretariat, Finance Committee, Public Committee, Student’s Welfare Committee, and the special projects Committee. Members of each committee in the SSLG shall be appointed by the President from among the officers of the homeroom organizations upon which the recommendations of the chairperson of the committee.
Section 2
The Executive Committee shall be headed by the President and shall act as the administrative arm of the SSLG.
Section 3
The Internal Affairs Committee shall be headed by the Vice President and shall take charge of all the matters regarding the members of the SSLG and their functions.
Section 4
The Secretariat shall be headed by the Secretary and shall be the official SSLG work group.
Section 5
The Finance Committee shall be headed by the Treasurer and shall be assisted by the Auditor. This committee shall take charge of all monetary matters and properties of the SSLG.
Section 6
The Publicity Committee shall be headed by the Public Information Officer and shall be responsible for disseminating information on matters concerning the SSLG.
Section 7
The Students’ Welfare Committee shall be headed by the person appointed by the president and shall implement special programs and projects of the Department of Education.
Section 8
The Special Projects Committee shall be headed by the Business Manager and shall take charge of all projects by the SSLG.
Section 9
Other Committees, permanent or ad hoc in nature, may be created by the SSLG as the need arises.
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Article XI
Homeroom Class Organization
Section 1
There shall be a homeroom class organization in every section composed of officers parallel to the organizational structure of SSLG;
Section 2
The homeroom class organization shall be responsible for implementing programs and projects of each class.
Section 3
The homeroom class organization shall assist the SSLG in implementing its programs and projects.
Section 4
The homeroom class organization shall be guided by the designated class adviser who must be part of the teaching staff of the school.
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Article XII
Coordinating Council of the Campus Co-Curricular Organization
Section 1
The Coordinating Council shall be headed by the President of the SSLG as the chairperson;
Section 2
The Coordinating Council shall be composed of the Different Presidents of all recognized legitimate campus co-curricular organizations;
Section 3
The coordinating council shall have the following functions;
3.1 Coordinate school-wide activities, which we need the participation and involvement of the whole student body;
3.2 Provide and support a consultative mechanism for the implementation of the various programs and projects of all co-curricular organizations;
3.3 Plan programs and synchronize student activities in the campus;
3.4 Serve as the venue to present accomplishment reports, financial reports, and such other reports of the SSLG and other organizations as needed or required, and;
3.5 Set rules and standards for the collection of membership fees or contributions by recognized campus co-curricular clubs or organizations for the approval of the School Head.
Section 4
The coordinating council shall meet at least once every quarter or upon notice of the Chairperson upon the request of any of its members as often as the council may deem necessary.
Section 5
The School Head shall serve as the Adviser of the Coordinating Council. As such, all resolutions and agreements arrived by the coordinating council shall be noted by the School Head.
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Article XIII
Adviser
Section 1
The SSLG Adviser shall be endorsed to the School Head from among the three teacher nominees submitted by the newly elected SSLG Officers through a resolution;
Section 2
The SSLG Adviser shall have the following qualifications;
2.1 Have an experience in Organizational Management
2.2 With Good Character and reputation in the community;
2.3 Competent, able, and willing to work with the student leaders from planning to implementation of projects, programs, and activities.
Section 3
The SSLG adviser shall monitor all programs, projects, activities, and meetings of SSLG at all times;
Section 4
The Advisorship in the SSLG shall be equivalent to one teaching load as per Republic Act No. 4670;
Section 5
The SSLG Adviser shall be endorsed to the School Head from among the three teacher nominees submitted by the COMELEC-Chair through a resolution;
Section 6
The SSLG Adviser shall have the following qualifications;
6.1 Have experience in organizational management;
6.2 With good character and reputation in the school and community;
6.3 Must be a non-partisan and experienced in handling student government elections.
Section 7 The SSLG Adviser shall monitor all activities and meetings of the SSG at all times.
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Article XIV
Commission on Election
Section 1
The Commission on Elections, herein referred to as the SSLG COMELEC, shall be established within (21) days before the day of election.
Section 2
The SSLG COMELEC shall be the only agency that will manage the electoral process, including the campaign.
Section 3
The composition of the Members shall have the following qualifications;
3.1 Must be a non-partisan;
3.2 Do not have a vested interested in the election, and;
3.3 Not in any way related to any of the candidates.
Section 4
The composition of the members in the SSLG COMELEC shall be three from each strand;
Section 5
The members of the SSLG COMELEC shall select a chairperson among its members;
Section 6
The SSLG COMELEC shall have the following duties and responsibilities;
6.1 Conduct fair, honest and systematic elections;
6.2 Adhere to the Standard SSLG Election code;
6.3 Validate the electoral proceedings and results;
6.4 Accept or revoke candidacy;
6.5 Proclaim the new set of officers;
6.6 Keep all the pertinent election papers/documents;
6.7 Decide on protests to the conduct and results of elections;
6.8 Prepare COC’s and other election paraphernalia’s
6.9 Disqualify candidates who have violated any of the guidelines, which have been promulgated.
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Article XV
The General Assembly
Section 1
The General Assembly of the SSLG shall be composed of all the elected Homeroom Class Organization Presidents of the school.
Section 2
The General Assembly shall be a forum for information and consultations, from which decisions shall be significantly considered.
Section 3
The General Assembly shall be convened by the SSLG President once every two months and as the need arises.
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Article XVI
Meeting and Quorum
Section 1
The SSLG shall conduct monthly meeting.
Section 2
Special meetings of the SSLG shall called upon by the SSLG President.
Majority of the officers of the SSLG (50%+1) shall constitute a quorum.
Section 3
Each member is entitled to one vote.
Section 4
No proxy shall be allowed when voting. If the votes end in a draw the SSLG President will be the one to break the tie.
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