or Division Youth Formation Coordinators. As such, the chaperones will also take part in the validation of the Student Government Election and Appointment Code. Please be informed that the accommodation and meals of all participants will be shouldered by the Central Office. All travelling and other related expenses of the learners shall be charged to the Program Support Funds (PSF) downloaded for the said purpose, subject to the usual accounting and auditing rules and regulations. Furthermore, the travelling and other related expenses of all youth formation coordinators and BARMM participants shall be charged to their respective local funds, subject to the usual accounting and auditing rules and regulations. For your reference, kindly see Annex B for the parental consent and waiver form, Annex C for the indicative program of activities, and Annex D to ensure proper, efficient, and effective utilization of the downloaded funds. For questions and concerns, please contact Mr. Rovin James F. Canja, Officer-InCharge, Project Development Officer IV of YFD via email at oasyasc.yfd@deped.gov.ph. For the information and appropriate action of all concerned. Annex A. National Federation of Supreme Student Government (NFSSG) Officers Region Name School Division I Justinne M. Tamondong Bayambang National High School Pangasinan I II Maxene Alliyah C. Malabad Isabela National High School City of Illagan III Jester DJ. Manalo Juan R. Liwag Memorial High School Gapan City IV-A Rhainier John M. Reyes Los Baños Senior High School-Batong Malaki Laguna IV-B John Lawrence Coronado Odiongan National High School Romblon V Allen Kate A. Llenarisas Camarines Norte Senior High School Camarines Norte VI Neil Famyr V. Olac Bilbao Uybico National High School Negros Occidental VII Jesseree P. Alcover Gelacio Babao Sr. Memorial National High School Carcar City VIII Dawn J. Opina Sogod National High School Southern Leyte IX James A. Manliguez Guintolan National High School Zamboangga Sibugay X Cendie G. Bucog Jr. Yumbing National High School Camiguin XI Erika Reign F. Pizon Asuncion National High School Davao del Norte XII Escader M. Mastura Kalamansig National High School Sultan Kudarat CAR Bersony P. Olas Ambangeg National High School Benguet NCR Cassandra Gean May C. Magbuo Eugenio M. Lopez Jr. Center for Media Arts SHS Quezon City CARAGA Shayne Khietly D. Mellyor Agusan National High School Butuan City BARMM Datu Farouk Ampatuan Cotabato City National High SchoolMain Campus Cotabato City Annex B. PARENTAL CONSENT AND WAIVER FORM I, ______________________________________, as the parent or legal guardian of ___________________________________________, hereby acknowledges that I have been informed of the details of the conduct of the National Federation of the Supreme Student Government’s Oathtaking and Leadership Training Program on January 05-08, 2023, at Hacienda Gracia, Lubao Pampanga. I understand that the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Youth Affairs and Special Concerns-Youth Formation Division (OASYASC-YFD) of the Department of Education shall implement the minimum public health standards set by the government to minimize the risk of the spread of COVID-19, but it cannot guarantee that my child may not be infected with COVID-19 given that it is highly contagious. I understand that my child’s in-person attendance in the event will include associating with fellow learners, school personnel, and other persons inside and outside of the school that may put my child at risk of COVID-19 transmission, notwithstanding the precautions undertaken by the implementing team. Voluntary Participation I acknowledge that my child’s participation in this activity is completely voluntary. My child may decline to participate or withdraw from participation at any time for any reason. Declining or withdrawal of participation will not result in any penalty or loss of benefits or reduction of any basic right to which my child is entitled. While there remains the risk of possible COVID19 transmission to my child/ren, and to the members of my household, I freely assume the said risk and I permit my child/ren to attend this activity. Exclusion (Limitations/Ineligibility) I am aware that symptoms of COVID-19 include, but are not limited to, fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, the new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. I confirm that my child, currently, has none of those symptoms, and is in good health. I will not allow my child to physically go to the event if my child or any member of my household develops any of the said symptoms or any other symptoms of illness that may or may not be related to COVID-19. I will also inform the school/division and not allow my child to attend the event if my child or any of my household members tests positive for COVID-19. My child/children and I, with my household members, will follow the required health and safety protocols and procedures adopted by the school and our community. Documentation I confirm that I give full permission in any recording or picture taken of my child during the conduct of this event and to use some or all of my child’s images/ contribution/ performance in any publication (including electronic publications such as film or website) created by or for the OASYASC-YFD and its program partners and to release this material to the official platforms of DepEd, Microsoft, and Audentes Technologies Inc. Confidentiality I am aware that any information that will be given during the activity will be kept strictly confidential, and personal information will be treated in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. I am assured that the information about my child will not be shared outside of the implementation team. My child’s name will not be used when data from this activity will be analyzed. I hereby confirm that I agree and understand the commitment of my child as a participant. I also understand and will support my child’s endeavor to meet the expectations, guidelines, and responsibilities to his/her fellow participants and to DepEd. To the extent allowed by law and rules, I hereby agree to waive, release, and discharge any and all claims, causes of action, damages, and rights against the school/division and its personnel as well as officials and personnel of the Department of Education relative to the conduct of the activity. With full understanding, I – on behalf of myself, my household members, and my child/children – hereby freely and voluntarily give my consent to my child’s participation in the activity on January 05-08, 2023. I also attest that I had sought the views of my child and he/she has expressed willingness to participate in the activity. CONTACT DETAILS FOR QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS For any concerns or clarification, you may contact the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Youth Affairs and Special Concerns-Youth Formation Division through the email address at oasyasc.yfd@deped.gov.ph. ______________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian over Printed Name _______________________________________ Contact Details (Mobile Number) _____________________________________ Name of Child ________________________________________ Date *Please submit this form together with the child’s vaccination card copy to your Division Youth Formation Coordinator (YFC) prior to the participation on the event. Annex C. Indicative Program of Activities Day 1. January 05, 2023, Thursday | Arrival of Participants and Opening Program Time Indicative Activity 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Preparation of Central Office Technical Working Group 8:01 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Allocated Travel Period; Arrival of Participants 12:01 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK 1:01 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Registration 2:01 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Hotel Check-in 3:01 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Opening Program 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. DINNER Day 2. January 06, 2023, Friday | Team Building and Leadership Training I Time Indicative Activity 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST 8:01 a.m. - 8:10 a.m. Open House 8:11 a.m. - 8:20 a.m. Preliminaries 8:21 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Introduction 8:31 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. GTKY (Student Leaders and YFCs) Student Leaders Leadership Workshop Proper Active-Plenary/Thematic Learning Sessions 9:31 a.m. – 11:45 p.m. Youth Formation Coordinators Validation of the first draft of the Student Government (SG) Election and Appointment Code (for DepEd Order issuance) 12:01 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK 1:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Leadership Workshop and Validation Continuation 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. DINNER Day 3. January 07, 2023, Saturday | Training Session II, Socials, Closing Program Time Indicative Activity 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST 8:01 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Preliminaries, Morning exercise, and Recapitulation Student Leaders Leadership Workshop Proper Active-Plenary/Thematic Learning Sessions 8:31 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Youth Formation Coordinators Validation of the first draft of the Student Government (SG) Election and Appointment Code (for DepEd Order issuance) 12:01 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK 1:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Leadership Workshop and Validation Continuation 3:01 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Break and Preparation Time 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. DINNER 5:01 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Closing Program and Socials Day 4. January 08, 2023, Sunday | Send-off participants Time Indicative Activity 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST 8:01 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Preparation/Check-out Annex D. IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES ON THE ALLOCATION, UTILIZATION, DOCUMENTATION, AND REPORTING OF THE PROGRAM SUPPORT FUNDS (PSF) I. Allocation of Fund Support A. All regions, except BARMM, shall receive a Program Support Funds (PSF) based on the Travel Expense Voucher Matrix which shall cover for their travel and other related expenses. B. The funds are released through Sub-Allotment Release Order (Sub-ARO) from the Central Office to the identified Regional Offices (ROs). Coordination with the regional and division budget and accounting offices is advised. II. Activities and Expenses These guidelines apply to funds provided to the identified division offices which shall cover the following allowable expenses: a. Travel and miscellaneous expenses related to the following activities mentioned above, pursuant to the Executive Order No. 77, s. 2019 (Prescribing Rules and Regulations and Rates of Expenses and Allowances for Official Local and Foreign Travels of Government Personnel) and DepEd Order No. 22, s. 2019 (Guidelines on Official Local Travels in the Department of Education); b. Contingency to cover the payment of miscellaneous expenses, incidental expenses to the conduct of the activities, such as, communication expenses, gasoline and other Monitoring and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE). This is pursuant to DepEd Order No. 038, s. 2020 (Guidelines Authorizing Payment of Communication Expenses of the Department of Education Personnel Relative to the Implementation of Alternative Work Arrangement) and DepEd Order No. 0040, s. 2020 (Implementation of Learning and Development for Non-Teaching Personnel in the Department of Education in view of the COVID-19 Pandemic). III. Implementation of the mentioned activities shall ensure compliance to health standards, protocols and policies set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Disease (IATF-MEID), DepEd and COVID-19 related issuances. IV. Responsibilities A. The Division Youth Formation Coordinators (YFCs) may utilize the funds either through any mode of payment whichever is applicable – direct payment, cash advance, or reimbursement. B. The Division YFC in coordination with the Division Finance Officers shall be accountable for the disbursement and liquidation of funds downloaded to their respective offices. V. Judicious utilization of the fund is expected. Obligation, implementation, and payment shall be compliant to the Executive Order (EO) No. 91, entitled “Adopting the Cash Budgeting System Beginning Fiscal Year 2019, and for Other Purposes”. Misuse and/or mismanagement of these funds for the purpose other than those authorized in this guideline is strictly prohibited. Any violation committed by any individual or group will be dealt with accordingly, pursuant to the law and existing government accounting and auditing rules and regulations. VI. These guidelines shall take effect upon approval.