SSG bag inspection adds security to Mahighers

BY: STEFANIE FRANCISCO

SSG officers initiated a room-toroom bag inspection last October 18, 2022 at Manila High School Cases of students bringing illegal substances, cigarettes, and sharp objects to school were reported and this

(DepEd) guide to strengthening and addressing problems regarding the education system in the country under her 6-year term

“We know that the road will be bumpy, but our direction is clear We know that the challenges are vast but we, Filipinos, are resilient We will overcome Tayo po ay drove the decision to push through with the bag inspection regardless of students' section and grade level

The school principal, Mr Amor P Dugay, SSG Adviser, Mr George Luis Mandap, along with the SSG officers, advisers, and Batang Emergency Response Team headed by Mr Franz Molo were the people who supported the implementation of this security measure

"Hindi kami nag-conduct ng inspection ng walang guidance ng teacher " Mr Mandap said so

Guzman, ALS Coordinator, used to conduct his classes at the school library, but since the school is dedicated to providing quality education for all students, Mr Amor P Dugay, School Principal, allocated school fund for the renovation of the new ALS facility

Currently, there are 70 ALS students enrolled in Manila High School magiging MATATAG Tungo sa isang Bansang Makabata at Batang Makabansa,” Duterte said

According to Duterte’s speech, “MATATAG” stands for the following:

- MAke the curriculum relevant to produce competent and job-ready, active, and responsible citizens;

- TAke steps to accelerate delivery of basic education facilities and services;

- TAke good care of learners by promoting learner well-being, inclusive education, and a positive learning environment; and - Give support to teachers to teach better

Sara Duterte stated that DepEd will continue to work with agencies that can help re-order the country’s education system such as not to invade the privacy of students on their belongings

Mr Mandap further explained that some students bring weapons to school because of gang wars It may seem like a joke to some but the line "Aabangan kita," poses a threat to many "Hopefully hanggang sa katapusan ng termino namin bilang Supreme Student Government mamaintain namin yung ganyang record," Mr Mandap said

The bag inspection is a collaboration project of SSG and SDRRM officers

The following schedules are followed on the conduct of their face-to-face classes: JHS level on Mondays and Tuesdays, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Elementary level on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 AM – 12:00 NN; and on Fridays, students are given modules and they are allowed to catch up with what they missed during the sessions as Commission on Higher Education and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and Alternative Learning System (ALS) "Today, the DepEd stands before you, heart in hand, humbly seeking your support," she added

One of the outstanding teachers from Manila High School, Mrs Roschelle M Groce served as the FSL Interpreter for VP and Education Secretary Sara Duterte’s speech on national TV

Mrs Groce was sent by Mr Amor P Dugay, the school principal, after he was tapped by Mr Aaron Tolentino, Senior Education Program Specialist from SDO Manila