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IMPLEMENTATION MANUAL
SCHOOL PROGRAM ON AWARDS AND INCENTIVES
FOR SERVICE EXCELLENCE (PRAISE)
In line with the Revised Policies on Employee Suggestions and Incentive Awards
System (ESIAS) provided under CSC Resolution No. 010112 and CSC MC No. 01 S. 2001, and as
provided by DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2002, “Establishing PRAISE in the Department of Education”
and DepEd Order No. 78, s. 2007, “Strengthening PRAISE in the Department of Education”, the
A. O. Floirendo National High School adopts the herein Program on Awards and Incentives for
Service Excellence (PRAISE) to be referred to as A. O. Floirendo NHS PRAISE.
I.
BASIC POLICIES
1.1 Every department or agency shall establish its own employee suggestions and incentive
awards system.
1.2 The System shall be designed to encourage creativity, innovativeness, efficiency, integrity,
and productivity in the public service by recognizing and rewarding officials and
employees, individually or in groups for their suggestions, inventions, superior
accomplishments and other personal efforts which contribute to the efficiency, economy,
or other improvements in government operations, or for other extraordinary acts or
services in the public interest.
1.3 The PRAISE shall adhere to the principle of providing incentives and awards based on
performance, innovative ideas and exemplary behavior.
1.4 The PRAISE shall give emphasis on the timeliness of giving award or recognition. Aside
from conferment of awards during the traditional or planned awarding ceremonies, the
spirit of on-the-spot grant of recognition shall be institutionalized.
1.5 The PRAISE shall provide both monetary and non-monetary awards and incentives to
recognize, acknowledge and reward productive, creative, innovative, and ethical behavior
of employees through formal and informal mode.
For this purpose, the System shall encourage the grant of non-monetary awards.
Monetary awards shall be granted only when the exemplary measures, sterling
innovations, outstanding accomplishments, and other personal efforts result in monetary
savings, which shall not exceed 40% of the savings generated. Savings in this manual refers
to the remaining amount after deducting the expenses.
1.6 At least 5% of the HRD Funds shall be allocated for the PRAISE and incorporated in the
Agency’s annual Work and Financial Plan and Budget.
1.7 The PRAISE shall be institutionalized through the creation of a PRAISE Committee in all
agencies of the government.
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1.8 The PRAISE Committee shall preferably have the following composition:
CHAIR:
Principal
ASST. CHAIR:
School Human Resource and Management Officer
MEMBERS:
Assistant Principal/ Head Teacher
Faculty and Staff President
HRTD Chairperson
Guidance Counselor
Academic Heads
Curriculum Heads
Planning Officer
1.9 The head of the agency or authorized representative shall be responsible for overseeing
the
System’s operation and the Human Resource Management Unit shall serve as the
System’s Secretariat.
1.10
The PRAISE Committee shall ensure that productivity, innovative ideas,
suggestions and exemplary behavior can be identified, considered, managed, and
implemented on a continuing basis to cover employees at all levels.
1.11 The PRAISE Committee shall be responsible for the development, administration,
monitoring, and evaluation of the awards and incentives system of the agency. The agency
may, however, employ an external or independent body to assist the PRAISE Committee
to implement the system of incentives and awards judiciously and objectively.
1.12 The PRAISE Committee shall establish its own internal procedures and strategies.
Membership of the Committee shall be considered part of the member’s regular duties
and functions.
1.13 All government agencies shall submit their Program on Awards and Incentives for
Service Excellence (PRAISE) and its subsequent amendments to the Civil Service
Commission Regional Office. The Civil Service Commission Regional or Field Office
concerned shall provide technical assistance, if deemed necessary, to ensure proper
implementation.
1.14 The School PRAISE Committee is responsible for the submission of the annual PRAISE
Committee Report to the Division Office.
1.15 Issues relative to awards and incentives shall be brought before the PRAISE Committee,
which shall address the same within fifteen (15) days from the date of submission.
1.16 The PRAISE shall ensure inclusivity giving equal opportunity of each employee to the
awards and incentives given with no discrimination on account of age, sex, sexual
orientation and gender identity, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, or political
affiliation, specifically persons with disabilities (PWD), members of the indigenous
communities, and those with diverse sexual orientation, gender identity and expression
(SOGIE) and their contribution to the organization.
1.17 The PRAISE is constituted and performs functions and responsibilities according to CSC
policy to address its specific needs. The PRAISE committee shall collaborate with top
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management, supervisors, HRMO in proactively reviewing and updating its PRAISE to
respond to changes in the agency’s strategic goals.
II.
2.1
OBJECTIVES
General
To encourage, recognize and reward employees, individually and in groups, for
their suggestions, innovative ideas, inventions, discoveries, superior accomplishments,
heroic deeds, exemplary behavior, extraordinary acts or services in the public interest
and other personal efforts which contribute to the efficiency, economy and
improvement in government operations, which lead to organizational productivity.
2.2
Specific
2.2.1 to establish a mechanism for identifying, selecting, rewarding and providing
incentives to deserving employees at the start of each school year;
2.2.2 to identify outstanding accomplishments, best practices of employees on a
continuing basis;
2.2.3 to recognize and reward accomplishments and innovations periodically or as
the need arises;
2.2.4 to provide incentives and interventions to motivate employees who have
contributed ideas, suggestions, inventions, discoveries, superior
accomplishments, and other personal efforts.
I.
SCOPE
The System shall apply to employees of A. O. Floirendo National High School
both teaching and non-teaching personnel.
II.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
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A. O. FLOIRENDO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL – refers to a public integrated
secondary educational institution offering both Junior and Senior High School
basic education curricula located at TADECO Central, Brgy. A.O. Floirendo,
Panabo City, Division of Panabo City
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AWARD - recognition which may be monetary or non-monetary conferred on
individual or group of individuals for ideas, suggestions, inventions, discoveries,
superior accomplishments, exemplary behavior, heroic deeds, extraordinary
acts, or services rendered in the public interest which contribute to the
efficiency, economy, improvement in government operations which lead to
organizational productivity.
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CAREER - positions in the civil service characterized by (1) entrance based on
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merit and fitness to be determined as far as practicable by competitive
examination or based on highly technical qualifications; (2) opportunity for
advancement to higher career positions; and (3) security of tenure.
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CONTRIBUTION - any input which can be in the form of an idea or performance
(See also Idea type and Performance type contribution).
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INCENTIVE - monetary or non-monetary motivation or privilege given to an
official or employee for contributions, services rendered, suggestions,
inventions, ideas, satisfactory accomplishment, or demonstration of exemplary
behavior based on agreed performance standards and norms of behavior.
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PERFORMANCE TYPE CONTRIBUTION - refers to performance of an
extraordinary act or service in the public interest in connection with or related
to one’s employment; or outstanding community service or heroic acts in the
public interest; or sustained work performance for a minimum period of one
year which is over and above the normal position requirement of the individual
or group.
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SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE - refers to the implementation arm of the
Department of Education which is in-charge in ensuring that the programs and
projects of the agency is implemented properly to the school’s division proper
down to the schools and learning centers.
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SUGGESTION - idea or proposal which improves work performance, systems.
and procedures and economy in operations that will benefit the government.
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SYSTEM - the division awards and incentives program for teaching and nonteaching personnel.
TYPES OF AWARDS
5.1
National Awards
The school PRAISE Committee shall endorse qualified and deserving
employees who may be included in the screening of candidates for awards
given by other government agencies, private entities, NGOs and other award
giving bodies such as the:
5.1.1
Presidential or Lingkod Bayan Award - conferred on an individual for consistent,
dedicated performance exemplifying the best in any profession or occupation
resulting in the successful implementation of an idea or performance, which is
of significant effect to the public or principally affects national interest, security
and patrimony.
5.1.2
Outstanding Public Official/Employee or Dangal ng Bayan Award - granted to
any public official or employee in government who has demonstrated
exemplary service and conduct on the basis of his or her observance of one or
more of the eight (8) norms of behavior described under Republic Act No. 6713
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or the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Government Officials and
Employees.
5.1.3
5.2
Civil Service Commission or the PAGASA Award - conferred on a group of
individuals or team who has demonstrated outstanding teamwork and
cooperation, which resulted in the successful achievement of its goal or has
greatly improved public service delivery, economy in operation, improved
working conditions or otherwise benefited the government in many other
ways.
Other Awards
5.2.1 AGILA and EAGLE Awards
5.2.2 Outstanding Panaboan (LGU-initiated Award)
5.2.3 Metrobank Search for Outstanding Teacher’s Award.
5.3
School Awards
This refers to the awards given to the school employees both teaching and nonteaching and retired personnel every year to recognize the accomplishments of the
personnel of A.O. Floirendo National High School.
5.3.1 Top Performing Teachers Award – conferred to AOFNHS teachers in
recognition of the exemplary performance in the delivery of quality service to
the Department of Education. This award is given at the end of school year
during its Recognition Program.
5.3.2 Service Award – granted to employees in recognition of the number of years of
service rendered. Employees with Five (5) years of service are granted this
award and every five (5) years thereafter. This award is given annually during
the Teachers’ Month Celebration or Founding Anniversary Celebration. This
award also applies to teacher retirees in recognition to the years of services
rendered to the institution.
5.3.3 Great Employee/s of the Month (GEM) Award – a monthly award granted to
employees in recognition of the exemplary performance in terms of
attendance, punctuality, dress code, and submission of DTR.
Attendance- Within a month, teachers must have a perfect attendance record
with no tardiness, undertime and must have had their fingerprints properly
scanned for time-in and time-out biometrics. For instance, if a teacher needs to
use personal time for a crucial business transaction, the teacher must submit a
travel authorization form and class assumption with the principal/officer incharge signature on the day they will be leaving the school grounds. If a teacher
is attending an event for official business, they must prepare a locator's slip and
class assumption prior to their departure and secure a copy of the certificate of
appearance (CA) from the event organizer. The CA must be submitted the day
after the event concluded.
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Uniform- Pursuant to DepEd Memorandum No. 16, s. 2021 (Guidelines on the
New DepEd National Uniform for Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel) and
Memorandum’ DM-OUHROD-2022-2042 (Wearing of the Prescribed DepEd
Uniform and Office Attire) which mandates public servants to maintain modesty
and uphold proper decorum whilst in performance of their duties. Teachers
must always wear the required school uniforms, black shoes, and identification
cards (IDs).
Submission of Daily Time Record – Teachers must prepare his/her DTRs and
submit on or before the fifth day of the month. Leaves of absence must be filed
as soon as he or she assumes office.
5.3.4 Best Program Implementers Award – conferred to program owners who have
successfully implemented/ attained the goals and objectives of their programs,
activities, and projects relative to their plans as reflected in their action plan
program designs. Winning in the division, regional or national level
competitions becomes an edge in grabbing this award. This award is given
annually every end of school year during its Recognition Program.
5.3.5 Class Advisers of the Year Award – conferred to teachers who have rendered
exemplary performance in doing his/ her duties as class advisers. This award is
given annually every end of school year during its Recognition Program.
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IV.
Qualifications
All school awards are open to all permanent/ regular teaching, and nonteaching personnel of A.O. Floirendo National High School who have not been found
guilty of any administrative or criminal offense involving moral turpitude and have no
pending administrative or criminal case at the time of the nomination.
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Criteria (pls see appendices)
Appendix 1. Criteria- Top Performing Teacher Award
Appendix 2. Criteria- Class Adviser of the Year Award
Appendix 3. Criteria- Great Employee of the Month Award
Appendix 4. Criteria- Best Program Implementer Award
Appendix 5. Criteria- Teacher Performance Evaluation Sheet
Appendix 6. Cleanliness and Orderliness Monitoring Sheet
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The School PRAISE Committee
The School PRAISE Committee shall have the following specific responsibilities
and composition. It shall be responsible for the development, administration,
monitoring and evaluation of the awards and incentives system of the agency. As such,
the Committee shall meet periodically to perform the following tasks:
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Establish a system of incentives and awards to recognize and motivate
employees of their performance and conduct;
Formulate, adopt and amend internal rules, policies and procedures to govern
the conduct of its activities which shall include the guidelines in evaluating the
nominees and the mechanism for recognizing the awardees;
Determine the forms of awards and incentives to be granted;
Monitor implementation of approved suggestions and ideas through feedback
and reports;
Prepare plans, identify resources and propose budget for the system on an
annual basis;
Develop, produce, distribute a System policy manual and orient the employees
on the same;
Document best practices, innovative ideas and success stories which will serve
as promotional materials to sustain interest and enthusiasm;
Submit an annual report on the Awards and Incentives System to the Schools
Division Office on or before the thirtieth day of January;
Monitor and evaluate the Systems’ implementation every year and make
essential improvements to ensure its suitability to the agency; and
Address issues relative to awards and incentives within fifteen (15) days from
the date of submission.
The head of agency or authorized representative shall be responsible in
overseeing the System’s operations and the Human Resource Management Office
(HRMO) shall serve as the System’s Secretariat.
The agency may, however, employ an external or independent body to assist
A.O. Floirendo NHS PRAISE Committee to implement the system of incentives and
awards judiciously and objectively.
VII.
FUNDING
A.O. Floirendo National High School shall set aside in its annual budget or
through supplemental budget allocation the necessary appropriations to cover
whatever necessary expenses may be incurred in granting both monetary and nonmonetary awards in accordance with the provisions of this PRAISE. Funding can also be
sourced out from the internal and external stakeholders.
VIII.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
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Candidates/Nominees for any of the awards-based incentives shall compete
among themselves;
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The School PRAISE Committee shall recommend the awardees to the Schools
Division Office
Grounds for the Deferment and Cancellation of the Screening Process of a Candidate or
Nominee
The PRAISE Committee shall defer or cancel the screening process for a candidate or
nominee, for any of the following grounds:
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a. Material misrepresentation on accounts of forgery, tampering and such act/s directed
to misleading and confusing the PRAISE Committee’s screening process;
b. Issuance of a charged sheet or final judgment for any administrative, civil or criminal
case before an appropriate tribunal or competent authority;
c. Violation/s of any of the provisions of the policies of DepEd, CSC and ethical standards
that shall undermine his/her integrity and sanctity as candidate or nominee and of the
screening process; and
d. Such act/s that the PRAISE Committee may consider prejudicial in the discharge of its
duties and functions.
Grounds for Disqualification
Notwithstanding as may be provided in pertinent provisions of this Manual and CSC
circulars, rules and regulations, candidates/nominees for any of the awards shall have no
pending and/or had not been found guilty of any administrative, criminal, or civil case relative
to the performance of his/her duties and obligations in the Department of Education.
Provided, that a pending case shall refer to any complaint that has already gone
through preliminary investigation and that a formal charge has been filed against a candidate
or nominee before a competent tribunal thirty (30) days after the official acceptance of the
letter of intent or nomination. Provided, further, that a pending case that has already been
considered dismissed and awaiting a formal resolution shall not disqualify a candidate or
nominee from participating in the screening process after submitting a certification issued by
the Secretary of the investigation committee or body.
IX. EFFECTIVITY
This A.O. Floirendo National High School Program and Awards and Incentives for
Service Excellence (PRAISE) shall take effect upon its approval.
COMMITMENT
I hereby commit to implementing and abiding by the provisions of this school PRAISE,
which shall be the basis in giving awards and recognition to the employees of A.O. Floirendo
National High School.
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