PARENT-PUPIL I

HANDBOOK Iloilo SDA Elementary School

The school for young and noble mind
Upholding values pure and true
Presenting Christ the King of all
CHORUS
Iloilo SDA bring it high and spirit free
Living a life noble and true
In every way we go hail and say
Iloilo SDA, we love you alma mater true
II
Iloilo SDA, the school we hail today
Nurturing training us each day
Heavenly principles they lay
Leading us to walk God’s way
III
Iloilo SDA, Oh we are glad to say
God-fearing mentors pave the way
Great teachings that have come from thee
Endure through time ‘til eternity
Name: ____________________________________________ (repeat chorus)
School Year: ____________________________________________ CODA
Grade: ____________________________________________ Iloilo SDA, Beloved Alma Mater Dear!
Teacher/Adviser: ____________________________________________

OUR MISSION
1. To transmit the ideals, beliefs & standards of the Adventist Church.
SCHOOL SONG 2. To provide a Christ-centered education, fostering balance development through
Lyrics by: Helen A. Arquizo teaching, training, nurturing and discipline.
Music by: Hanna C. Pajarito 3. To equipped with adequate facilities and ideal learning environment.
4. To foster highly, qualified and motivated faculty and staff.
 5. To allow children to reach their God-given potentials in preparation for citizenship
here and in the world to come.
OUR VISON
Iloilo SDA Elementary School envisions her pupils, to uphold moral values with
exemplary academic performance, committed to serve God and humanity, preparing
for Heaven.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Restore in man the lost image of His maker.
OBJECTIVES
To live a Christ-like character, manifested by acts of kindness, truthfulness and
respect for the rights of others. Obedience to the rules and regulations, Faith in God
and observance of the His law serves as a guide in achieving goals.
GOALS
1. Spiritual Development: To establish the right relationship with God; live a prayerful life,
live a Christ-like character and be trained for service.
2. Mental Development To achieve academic excellence by comprehensive program of
instruction within the framework of SDA educational standards, in coordination with the
government, equipped with textbooks, computers and other facilities.
3. Physical Development: To provide activities that will thoroughly furnish a child’s
potential in every school activity, to inculcate the laws of health, correct habits and the
right attitude towards work.
4. Social Development: To provide the right atmosphere for the wholesome personality
development, with social graces consistent with church standards of behavior.
A BRIEF HISTORY
Iloilo SDA Elementary School started in 1947 with one-room building. Miss Lily Alvarez
was the teacher. It was a multigrade class from Grades I-IV with 20 pupils. The site was at
Delgado Street Iloilo City.
It was the desire of every Seventh-day Adventist parent to provide Christian Education
to their children and so they moved with faith, until the officers of West Visayan Mission (now
West Visayan Conference) found an area, which was an ideal place for the Mission
Headquarter, a church and a school. It is where the school is located at present.
The brethren believed that the school must continue, and it did. In the year 1950, a
semi permanent building was put up. It continued to be a multigrade class, with the following as
teachers: Miss Nena Miraflores and Miss Agape Magdamo now Mrs. Agape A. Maypa- a
minister’s wife.
Enrolment increased and the school board decided to employ another teacher. Two
teachers were to handle three classes when Grades V and VI were added to the program. The
congestion of the room was the reason why the school board had decided to employ another
teacher. This time, each teacher handled two classes.
As the years passed, the semi-permanent building didn’t serve any better. In 1990,
under the leadership of Mrs. Erlinda Tecson, Mrs. Leonila Victoriano and Mr. Philip Maypa, a
campaign for putting up a new and a permanent building was launched with the support of the
school board and the church members. They Made campaign letters, asked for donations and
generated some self-helped projects to secure financial resources. With faith and prayer, Iloilo
SDA Elementary School was able to acquire a six-permanent-room building, to accommodate
200 or more pupils.
Iloilo SDA Elementary School had produced professionals and even leaders in our
denomination. Today, Iloilo SDA Elementary School continues to stand and serve - making way
for our young children to be molded and prepared for heaven. It remains to prove her name as
she send out graduates who are ready to face the challenges on another level of academic
learning.
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THE SCHOOL LOGO
  COMFORT ROOMS

ENROLLMENT POLICIES
 THE CIRCLE REPRESENTS THE WHOLISTIC TRAINING OF A PERSON The Iloilo SDA Elementary School offers Adventist Christian Education and is open to
 THE CHURCH REPRESENTS THE SPIRITUAL TRAINING THAT EACH CHILD any student who wishes to avail our services, facilities provided he/she adheres to the
NEEDS standards and regulations set by the institution.
 THE OPEN BOOK AND THE INK STANDS FOR THE MENTAL ACQUISITION THAT
EACH PUPIL SHOULD HAVE 1. The grade level of the pupil is determined according to his/her age in June, or
beginning of every school year.
 THE TWO KIDS REPRESENTS THE SOCIAL ASPECT OF A PERSON’S LIFE THAT
MUST ME WELL-FOUNDED THROUGH CHRISTIAN PRNCIPLES.
LEVEL AGE
 THE VOLLEYBALL NET SPEAKS FOR THE PHYSICAL FACET OF EACH Kinder 1 5 years old by June
LEARNER. Kinder 2 6 years old by June
 THE BOOK AT THE CENTER PORTRAITS THE INSTITUTION AS AN Grade 1 7 – 7 ½ years old by June
EDUCATIONAL ESTABLISHMENT.
2. For the best interest of the learner, the school reserves the right to evaluate each
application.
3. The applicant, especially those who enters grade one as well as the transferees are
given assessment test so they can be given the lesson fitted for their level.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE
CONTACT INFORMATION 1. Fill in the registration form completely and submit to the principal.
2. Take the assessment test.
LANDLINE 508-0404 3. Once the child is accepted, pay the registration fee.
POSTAL ADDRESS Jalandoni-Ledesma Sts., Iloilo City, Philippines 4. Submit the following necessary documents:
POSTAL CODE 5000  Birth certificate authenticated by NSO
 Report card (form 138) with Eligibility of Transfer duly signed by the
FACILITIES principal of the previous school.
 Good Moral Certificate
 LIBRARY
5. Foreign students must submit an Original and photocopy of ACR and student
 COMPUTER ROOM permit from DepEd for non-resident.
 HOME ECONOMICS ROOM 6. Fill up the enrollment form and get the student copy.
 PLAYGROUND
 CANTEEN NOTE: Failure to accomplish the above-mentioned admission policies, the school has the right
 PREPARATORY BUILDING to cancel the enrollment.
 CLASSROOMS FOR EACH GRADE
 ENROLLMENT PERIOD
1. The period of enrollment for all returning students is on May 15 – 31.
2. New Students is First day of May to May 31.
3. A pupil is officially enrolled after all requirements, transfer credentials and
payment upon registration has been made.
PUPILS RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. The right to receive thorough, competent instruction, and quality education in line with
ISDAES goals.
2. The right to continue studying at ISDAES except in cases of violation of disciplinary
regulations.
3. The right to have an adviser or mentor to guide in the course of studies and in acknowledging
talents and potentials.
4. The right to access his/her own records which are maintained by the school such a way that
confidentiality is preserved.
5. The right to receive official certificates, diplomas, permanent records, grades, transfer
credentials, and other similar documents within a reasonable time from request
provided all obligations with the school are fulfilled.
6. The right to automatic membership to Student Association, with all associated rights and
privileges as long as the student is currently enrolled.
7. The right to free expression of opinions and suggestions through an effective channel of
communication with the academic or administrative bodies of the school.
8. The right to join any club organized by the school in order to foster cultural, spiritual and
physical growth and development. The right to form a group or club for purposes not
contrary to the rules of the school.
9. The right to be free from involuntary contributions except those approved by his or her own
organization or club.
10. The right to be informed of the rules and regulations affecting him or her.
11. The right to receive reasonable protection within the ISDAES campus.
12. The right to participate in curricular and extracurricular activities.
13. The right to use the school facilities within the context of stated rules set forth by the school.
14. The right to be treated fairly and justly by school personnel.
EXPECTED PUPIL/PARENT BEHAVIOR
The school expects each pupil including his/her parents to observe the following:
1. Observe the standards of the Seventh-day Adventist Christian in such matters as modesty
and appropriateness of dress, pleasant behavior, and observe with high regard the
principles of keeping the Sabbath.
2. Enjoy wholesome recreation that will develop the four aspects (mental, emotional, physical,
and spiritual) of Christian life.
3. Devote efforts to study and fulfill grade requirements, including the meeting of deadlines for
reports, projects, assignments and others.
4. Refrain from committing any form of dishonesty such as cheating, lying, stealing, plagiarizing,
and misuse of school documents, records, transfer forms and identification cards.
5. Refrain from vandalizing and unauthorized taking, keeping or defacing of school property.
6. Refrain from unlawful or illegal activities in any form inside the school campus.
7. Work with others in cooperative and friendly way without prejudice or unfairness; and to show
honor and respect to every individual regardless of religion, race, nationality, gender
and to their private properties.
8. Refrain from immoral conduct, possession of pornographic materials, and use of foul
language, and wearing of jewelry.
9. Refrain from smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, cola drinks, eating junk foods, shrimps,
pork, crabs, squid and others which are against the Seventh-day Adventist standard.
10. Wear the prescribed school uniform and ID during class days.
11. Attendance is a must for the following: these include attendance in flag ceremony, chapel
period, class periods and other religious activities initiated by the school.
12. Come to class on time, and in all appointments and in submission of projects and other  school ID
requirements. Promptness is a recognized value.
13. Show reverence to God in prayer and in attending church services such week of prayer, and ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY
right attitude at worship.
14. Manifest diligence in studying one’s lessons, accomplishing requirements and in performing 1. Any absence done with reasonable cause, illness, or any must present a letter of excuse to
assigned task to avoid failing grades. the principal or to the adviser of the child.
15. Refrain from speaking unkind, indecent words. 2. Failure to present a written explanation will be considered unexcused and he/she will not be
16. Avoid bullying and fighting that includes physical contact. given any make –up work.
17. Avoid gambling of any form. 3. Excuse absences will entitle a pupil to get special exams and make-up work.
18. Refrain carrying of deadly weapons.
4. A child will be mark tardy or late 15 minutes after the official time.
19. Respect the security of the campus.
5. Any pupil who misses the grade activity due to tardiness on unexcused absence will not be
20. Must avoid leaving the school campus and the classroom without permission.
allowed to take make-up work.
21. Refrain from lying and all sort of cheating.
6. A pupil who commits 15 tardiness and 15 continuous unexcused absences will automatically
22. Must avoid stealing or keeping others’ property.
be dropped or be given a failing grade.
23. Refrain from insinuating others pupils to destroy of quarrel somebody.
24. Avoid music which are against the SDA standards.
25. Comply with all the rules as stipulated by ISDAES.
MODE OF DISCIPLINE
ON SCHOOL UNIFORM
First Offense Written or verbal warning from the Adviser.
BOYS:
Second Offense Written or verbal warning from the Principal.
 white shirt jack polo with properly sewn ISDAES seal Third Offense Reprimand with restriction of privileges.
 tucked in sando / or white undershirt Fourth Offense Possible fine with written or verbal warning.
Fifth Offense Suspension from classes.
 ash gray pants
Sixth Offense A request for withdrawal from school.
 black leather shoes (not black tennis shoes) Seventh Offense Dismissal from ISDAES.
 school ID
HAIRCUT FOR BOYS PUPILS AND PARENTS GRIEVANCES LINE OF APPEAL AND PROCEDURE
One inch above the collar line and must not cover the eyes.
It is essential for smooth functioning of any organization for people to know what line
GIRLS:
of appeal to follow when problems arise. The following line of appeal is suggested, based on the
 white blouse with baby collar and cravat with ISDAES seal Biblical principle that a problem must be discussed first with the individual who has the primary
 prescribed skirt with box pleats responsibility, before proceeding to the next level of authority.
 black shoes with white socks PROCEDURE FOR APPEAL:
 1. The Adviser/Organization President/Head 4. The school follows the Central Philippine union Conference of the Seventh-day
2. The Principal Adventists Grading System which is:
3. The School Board
4. The Education Superintendent (30 / PERFECT SCORE x RAW SCORE + 65)

RELIGIOUS PROVISON FOR CHILDREN CONDUCT GRADES

At the end of every grading period, the faculty meets to decide and discuss the pupils
1. Various Sabbath School classes are organized for children ranging from cradle roll to juniors conduct. The basis of grading is on behavior shown inside and outside the classroom
2. Regular church programs are always planned with children in mind. in all social and religious activities.
3. The Pathfinder Club is an active part of ISDAES. It is subdivided into two classes: The Friend
Class and Companions. This is for the Grades V and VI only.
4. The Adventurer Club is also a very active club of the school. This club works with children
below the Pathfinder age and is divided into six classes: The Little Lamb Class, The
Eager Beaver Class, The Busy Bee Class, The Sun Beam Class, The Builder Class
and The Helping Hand Class. MERIT SYSTEM FOR GRADE SCHOOL
1. Outstanding Award
This award is given pupils whose general average is 85.00 – 89.99%.
2. Academic Excellence Award
SABBATH AND OTHER RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES This award is given to pupils whose general average is 90.00 – 95.00 %
3. Principal‘s List Award
Sabbath School 8:15 am - 10:00 am This award is given to pupils who never have a grade of below 85% in all subject
Hour of Worship 10:00 am - 11:30 am areas in all grading period.
Pathfinder Progressive Class as announced 4. Loyalty Awards (Categories A and B)
Chapel Period 7:30-8:30 every Wednesday Category A Loyalty Award will be given a pupil who is enrolled at ISDAES since
Week of Prayer as scheduled
Pupils’ Week of Devotion as scheduled Grade 1 to Grade 6.Category B Loyalty Award will be given to a pupil who is enrolled
at any Adventist school since Grade 1 to Grade 6.
EVALUATION OF PUPIL’S PROGRESS
5. Subject Excellence Award
These awards will determine the talent and skills manifested by a child in subject
GRADING SYSTEM (The Averaging Method) areas where she or she excels among others.
6. Values Award
1. There are Four Grading Periods This award will be given for each child and will recognize his or her positive behavior.
2. The final rating of each grading period will be added and divided by four. 7. Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Awards
3. Adding the final ratings dividing by the number of subjects gives the General These awards will determine the talent and skills manifested by a child in
average. subjects or organization/s where he or she shows meritorious act.
 8. Leadership Award Only absences due to school representation and health reasons are excusable.
This is given to pupils who are elected as president/leader of certain clubs and Absences due to sickness are excused provided that the pupil presents an excused letter and a
organization approved by the school. medical certificate when he/she comes back to school.
9. Pathfinder Awards 5. Gadgets and Toys
These are given to Pathfinders with meritorious conduct manifested in the club Pupils are prohibited from bringing toys and other objects from home which are not a
activities. part of class room requirements. Cell phones must be surrendered to the teacher before the
class will start.
NOTE: A pupil who has been subjected to disciplinary measures will disqualify from receiving 6. Assignments, Projects and other Requirements
awards. If the following mentioned above are left at home, pupils are prohibited from
contacting home in order for these neglected requirements to be brought to school.
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE Pupils should accomplish their project on time. Negligence of passing it on time will be given a
BEFORE CLASS HOURS failing grade.
1. Punctuality 7. Prohibition for Parents
Children must be in school 15 minutes before class begins. Pupils are expected to a. Entering the classroom to contact a pupil, a teacher or any school personnel
bring all their necessary materials in, to avoid going in and out of the classroom. without any valid reason.
Parents and guardian are not allowed to enter the classroom, except for emergency. b. Discussing important matters with the principal without prior arrangement or
2. Flag Ceremony appointment.
Pupils are required to attend flag ceremony every Monday and Friday at 7:15 in the c. Using school facilities such as telephone, comfort rooms except on emergencies.
morning. d. Leaving personal belongings and personal transactions under the charge of the
school guard.
e. Requesting the school guard or teacher or any school personnel to do errand work
for them over the phone.
DURING CLASS HOURS
1. English Speaking Policy
Pupils are required to speak English inside or outside the classroom only when
subjects are taught in Filipino that other languages will be used.
2. No Littering Policy AFTER CLASS HOURS
Every pupil enrolled has the responsibility to help maintain the cleanliness inside and 1. Dismissal
outside the school campus by using trash cans and avoid littering. All pupils must be fetched at dismissal time. Pupils not fetched after 5:30 pm shall not
3. Sickness be allowed to play inside the school premises but be instructed to wait for their parent/
Pupils with fever cough and colds and other ailments are advised to stay home and guardian. Dismissal – All pupils must be fetched at dismissal time. Dismissal time is
rest. In case of headache, stomachache, the school shall contact and advise the 11:45 – 12:15 at noon time and 5: 00 in the afternoon.
parent to fetch the child concern. 2. Active Playtime
4. Absences Pupils are allowed to play at 4:00 – 5:30pm only.
3. Flag Retreat
Flag retreat comes every Friday afternoon at 3:15. Attendance is a must
4. Gate Pass
Parents and guardians are issued official Gate pass which shall be presented when
fetching a pupil. The school reserves the right to delay the release of a pupil when no
Gate Pass is presented during dismissal.
5. Fetching
Parents should fetch their pupils 5 minutes after the class dismissal. All pupils
must be fetched at 5:00pm except for Grade 1 which is 4:00 pm. Pupils not
fetched at 5:00 pm are not allowed to play or run around the campus but to stay
at the designated areas to wait.
OFFICE HOURS
All business transactions are conducted during office hours from 8:00am – 12:00nn
and 1: 00pm to 5:00pm except with special appointments.
SELLING ON CAMPUS
Sales persons, solicitors and vendors are not allowed to visit the classrooms during
class period without permission from the school head.
VISITORS
Family and friends are welcome to visit the pupils and teachers only before and
after class periods. Furthermore, visitors, relatives and friends are not permitted to stay
inside the room or near the room premises, canteen or even at the library during class
period without proper permission from the school head.
TUTORIALS
1. Pupils who need tutorials as recommended by the teacher will contact the principal who will
arrange for such.
2, No teacher is allowed to be a tutor his or her own pupil in any subject area.
SCHOOL FEES AND PAYMENTS
1. Miscellaneous fees and first month tuition must be paid in full upon enrolment.
2. Tuition must be paid monthly. School fees are Non- transferable and shall not be prorated.
3. Monthly tuition fees must be paid monthly. Statement of account will be provided 2 weeks
before the end of each month.
4. Pupils enrolled in the middle of the year will be charged full miscellaneous fee and tuition will
be charged on the month he/she entered.
5. A student transferring in or out in the middle of the year shall be charged whole of the
miscellaneous and tuition will be charged on the month he /she enters or leaves.
6. Statement of account will be issued every end o the month. All fees must be settled before
the examination day.
7. Failure to settle the account before the examination will entail inability of the child not to take
the test provided a promissory note is executed which will be valid for 15 days.
8. All financial obligations must be settled before the 4th Grading of the 2nd week of March.
9. All financial obligations must be settled before the final exams or fourth grading which usually
falls on the second week of March.
10. Increase in tuition and fees and other school fees shall depend on the prerogative of the
school based on its projected income and expenses.
11. A student is obligated to pay the tuition fees, other related fees approved by the organization
or club. The fees will be included as charges in the pupil’s account.
REFUNDS
1. 50% of miscellaneous fee is given if the children with draws one week after classes have
started.
2. No refund is given after one month attendance of classes.
3. If a parent informs the schools in writing 10 days before the classes have started, a refund of
80% on miscellaneous and tuition will be given.
4. A parent who decides to transfer or withdraw his child should inform the school in writing 5
school days prior to the beginning of the school year. No refund after a week day of classes
started. However, if the school was informed in writing 5 days before the classes have
started a refund of 25% on tuition fee including the miscellaneous fee will be given.
DISCOUNT
1. A pupil who makes full payment of Tuition upon enrollment is entitled to a ten percent (10%)
discount.
2. Discount is given to SDA students with SDA parents. New SDA students must present a
church membership certification.
 STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT
Pupils will receive monthly statement of accounts which reflect the charges for tuition and
other charges.
AGREEMENT
SPONSORED PUPILS
ISDAES has been receiving funds from donors for scholarship for pupils who may be
I understand that as I register I will enter into a contract to comply willingly and
qualified. Parents may apply as long as the fund is available. If approved, the pupil’s account will
be credited. Normally, the pupils/parents are required to contribute in term of labor hours to faithfully with all policies and principles of the Iloilo SDA Elementary School.
ISDAES in lieu of the total scholarship granted. Rate per hour is set up by the scholarship
committee. Having read this handbook thoroughly, I agree to abide by it with best of my ability
without reservation.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
I shall willingly submit to any corrective measure which will be imposed by the school
should I be careless to violate any of the above provisions
1. Polston Scholarship Grant
2. Hosilios Scholarship Grant
In witness thereof I hereunto affix my signature this _______day of ____________, 20___.
CAMPUS SECURITY
To preserve peace and order for the proper implementation of its school program, to protect the
physical health and safety of its faculty and pupils and the property of Iloilo SDA Church and
Iloilo SDA Elementary School, the following are strictly imposed: ________________________________ _________________________________
Parents/Guardian Signature Over Name Pupil’s Signature over Name
1. Only bona fide pupils of the school shall be allowed inside the school campus.
Pupils shall wear ID and submit to the rules and regulations of the school.
RECORD OF MONTHLY TUITION & OTHER PAYMENTS
2. Parents and guardians are not allowed to freely enter the school campus or use
its facilities any time without prior authorization from the administration. Parents
with business transaction with the school shall wear the parent’s ID at all times. Name: ID Number:
Grade: School Year:
3. Only pupils with distinctive ID will be allowed to go out of the school during noon
break. Distinctive ID strap for pupils-with parent’s consent to go out of the DATE RECEIPT DESCRIPTION AMOUNT BALANCE CASHIER’S
NO. SIGNATURE
campus during noon break will be issued by the school.

4. No visitors shall be allowed inside the campus during school hours without any
appointment from the principal.
REMARKS:

EXAMINATION PERMIT
PARENT/GUARDIAN SPECIMEN OF SIGNATURE
DATE SIGNATURE
FIRST GRADING PRELIM

FIRST GRADING FINAL

SECOND GRADING PRELIM

EXCUSE SLIPS SECOND GRADING FINAL

THIRD GRADING PRELIM

THIRD GRADING FINAL

FOURTH GRADING PRELIM

FOURTH GRADING FINAL

LONG TEST

LONG TEST