Foreword ……………………………………………………………………………………….. School Philosophy ….……………………………………………………………………….. Vision …………………………………………………………………………………………….. Mission …………………………………………………………………………………………… Goals and Core Values ……………………………………………………………………… Division Objectives ………………………………………………………………………….. History ……………………………………………………………………………………………. School Emblem ………………………………………………………………………………. Governance …………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 2 2 2 3 4-7 8-9 10 11-12 I. SCHOOL POLICIES A. Admission Policies and Requirements ……………………………………….. B. Mode of Teaching ……………………………………………………………………… C. Attendance ……………………………………………………………………………….. D. Absences ………………………………………………………………………………….. E. Punctuality and Tardiness ………………………………………………………… F. Leaving the Classroom …………………………………………………………… G. Guidelines for Health-Related Concerns …………………………………….. H. Official Uniforms and School Dress ……………………………………………. I. Prohibitions …………………………………………………………………………….. J. Curfew Policies ………………………………………………………………………….. K. Reporting & Claiming Lost and Found Items ……………………………… L. Rules on Cancellation or Suspension of Classes and Work …………... 13 14 14 14 15 15 16 17-19 20 20 21-24 25-26 II. CODE OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE A.1 In the Classroom …………………………………………………………………. A.2 In the Laboratories (Science, Lab, Computer, TLE) ……………….. A.3 In the Library ……………………………………………………………………… A.4 In the Comfort Room …………………………………………………………… A.5 At the Canteen Area …………………………………………………………….. A.6 At the Playground Area/ Quadrangle …………………………………… 27 28 28 29 29 30 A.7 In the Offices ……………………………………………………………………….. 30 A.8 At the Corridors, Stairways and Other Parts of the Building ….. 30 A.9 At the Elevator ……………………………………………………………………. 30 A.10 At the Gymnasium ……………………………………………………………… 31 B. Discipline …………………………………………………………………………………. 31 B.1 Violation of the Code of Conduct …………………………………………… 31 Table of Offenses and Consequences ……………………………………………. 32-36
B.3 Protocol in Handling Misconduct/Violations ………………………… B.4 Other Matters ……………………………………………………………………… C. Consequences and Re-entry …………………………………………………… D. Anti-bullying Policy ……………………………………………………………….. 37-40 41 41 42 46-48 III. ACADEMIC POLICIES A. Curriculum ……………………………………………………………………………. B. Grading System ……………………………………………………………………… C. Grading Scale and Character Traits Rating Scale ……………………… D. Computation of Grades …………………………………………………………… E. Promotion and Retention ……………………………………………………….. F. Honors and Awards ………………………………………………………………... 48 48 49 51 52 54 IV. STUDENT SEVICES A. Spiritual Formation Activities ……………………………………………… B. Co-Curricular Activities ……………………………………………………… C. Extra-curricular Activities …………………………………………………… D. Club/Student Organization ………………………………………………….. E. Interschool Competitions …………………………………………………….. 55 56 56 56 57 V. FINANCE POLICIES A. Payment of School Fees …………………………………………………………... B. Discounts on Tuition Fees and Scholarship ……………………………… C. Fee Charges Upon Withdrawal ………………………………………………... D. Examination Policies and Procedures ……………………………………… E. Guidelines for Taking the Special Examination ………………………… 58 58 61 61 62 VI. PARENTS/GUARDIANS/VISITORS A. The Role of Parents/Guardians ……………………………………………… B. Guidelines for Parents/Guardians/Visitors ……………………………… C. Expectations from the Parents and Guardians ………………………….. D. Protocol/Procedure for Parent’s Complaints/Concerns …………… E. Guidelines in Holding Birthday Party in the Classroom …………….. F. A Memo from a Child to its Parents ………………………………………….. 63 64 66 66 66 67 AGREEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ……………………………………………………. LUPANG HINIRANG …………………………………………………………………… PANUNUMPA NG KATAPATAN SA WATAWAT …………………………… PANATANG MAKABAYAN ………………………………………………………… TAYO’Y DABAWENYO …………………………………………………………………. CCSA HYMN ………………………………………………………………………………. 69 72 73 73 74 75
Welcome to Christian Colleges of Southeast Asia! We, the members of the Administration, Faculty and Staff are all pleased to have you as our student and we are also grateful for entrusting us with your journey in learning. We are committed to providing you with meaningful and impactful learning experience. This Student-Parent Handbook is designed to answer common questions and provide essential information for the school year. Inside, you’ll find important Board policies and guidelines from the Department of Education. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with this handbook as it will serve as a valuable reference for any concerns you may have. If you have questions that aren’t addressed here, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your division/unit head. This handbook replaces all previous editions and will serve as your guide for the school year 2025-2026. A new edition will be released in 2028, and any minor updates in the meantime will be communicated accordingly (or through letters to parents and students or any other acceptable form of communication). Let us all work together for a fruitful year for the Glory of God alone! Anne Y. Hechanova Director, School of Basic Education 1
As a Christian educational institution, Christian Colleges of Southeast Asia (CCSA) believes that the academe is one of the pillars of society that has a major influence on the child’s development. Therefore, the school’s philosophy is greatly rooted to these two Bible passages: Proverbs 9:10 that says: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”; and Proverbs 22:6 that says: “Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not turn from it.” VISION Christian Colleges of Southeast Asia is a dynamic Christ-centered school committed to train up students to become responsible, holistic leaders serving God, family, and society. MISSION Christian Colleges of Southeast Asia is dedicated to provide a safe environment to nurture students with Christian values, academic excellence, and socio-cultural stewardship. 2
1. To honor God in all aspects of the school program. 2. To provide quality K to 12 curriculum with a strong foundation in Science, Math, English, Filipino and Araling Panlipunan. 3. To inculcate the Christian values, Christ-like character and a passion for excellence in students. 4. To provide a safe, secure and nurturing environment conducive to learning that develops the skills and abilities of the students (arts, music, sports, language, drama, etc). 5. To develop the spirit of inquiry, critical thinking, interest and skills in research. 6. To educate for responsible citizenship, servant-leadership and stewardship of the environment. 7. To enhance awareness of and responsiveness to social issues at the local, national and global perspective. 8. To provide and develop competent and caring, Godly faculty and staff. 9. To provide state-of-the-art learning facilities. 10. To make a growing sense of community and partnership/collaboration among the Board of Trustees, school administration, faculty and staff, parents, alumni and students. Core Values: Faith Respect Stewardship Loyalty Integrity Punctuality 3
Grade School Division The Grade School Division aims to achieve the following objectives: 1. Integrate Christian values in all subjects and school activities. 2. Provide quality, holistic, and innovative learning experiences aligned with the K to 12 and Matatag curriculum ready for Junior High School. 3. Provide real-life situations, laboratory activities and research that promote critical thinking leading to problem-solving. 4. Promote experiences that consider individual interests and differences. 5. Promote care and protection of the environment. 6. Uphold the rights of the child and make them aware of their responsibilities and accountabilities. 7. Promote love of country and appreciate diversity of Philippine culture in the local, regional and national level. 8. Provide opportunities for service learning through community involvement. 9. Strengthen the partnership between the school and parents in the education of the children. 4
The Junior High School is committed to provide its students with Christcentered quality education, intended to nurture and prepare them for Senior High School. Specifically, the Junior High School aims to: 1. Promote integration of spirituality in classroom learning experience and alternative class activities; 2. Train students to become mature and responsible individuals who internalize self-discipline, social graces, patriotism and leadership while upholding and practicing the Christian values; 3. Develop students holistically with 21st century skills to ensure students’ optimum development with an attitude responsive to the realization of local, regional, and national goals; 4. Uphold a nurturing environment where students love to learn life skills in partnership with parents; 5. Guide students in their academic, personal-social, and career development in Junior High School; 6. Promote social awareness and involve the students in service learning; 7. Develop the students’ individual potentials in co-curricular learning experiences; 8. Support the classroom learning experiences with Information and Communication Technology (ICT); and 9. Enhance the proficiency of the faculty and staff in line with their specialization for them to deliver quality instruction. 5
The Senior High School, in line with the K-12 program, aims to produce graduates who are equipped with appropriate skills, knowledge and character needed for higher education, middle-level skills development employment and entrepreneurship. Particularly, the SHS division aims to achieve the following objectives: 1. Promote Christ-centered learning inside and outside the classroom. 2. Develop students holistically with 21st century skills and competencies needed in their field of specialization. 3. Enhance the teaching of core, applied and specialized subjects. 4. Provide a safe and growing environment for students to exercise their God-given gifts, talents and abilities. 5. Provide students with opportunity to develop servant- leadership, initiative and creativity needed in facing real-life situations. 6. Strengthen research, innovation and inquiry-based learning. 7. Promote ICT integration in teaching-learning process. 8. Provide avenue for teachers to develop their skills, potentials and abilities in their field of specialization. 9. Enhance community partnership/linkages to align teaching with the present need of the community in order to help meet these needs. 10. Promote appreciation for Filipino culture, tradition and values, responsible citizenship and environmental stewardship. 6
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