ARMED CONFLICT CONTINGENCY PLAN KAYLAWAY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL ID: 301107 BACKGROUND CHAPTER 1 A. INTRODUCTION Kaylaway National High School, formerly known as Kaylaway Barangay High School, is located in Barangay Kaylaway, Nasugbu, Batangas, approximately 35 kilometers from the town center, in the northeastern part of Nasugbu, near the Cavite boundary. Established in 1971 and occupying its current site since 1993, the school spans 10,000 square meters and serves 897 learners for the 2024-2025 school year. It employs 35 plantilla-based teaching and non-teaching staff, along with 7 locally funded utility workers. The surrounding community is characterized by fertile land and forestry, making it ideal for farming and housing development due to its consistently humid and cool climate throughout the year. . A. INTRODUCTION In light of the ongoing responsibility to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and community members, Kaylaway National High School has developed a Contingency Plan for Armed Conflict. This plan outlines protocols, preventive measures, and response actions to protect and support the school community in the event of an armed conflict in or around Barangay Kaylaway, Nasugbu, Batangas. Situated in a rural area near the boundary of Cavite, the school acknowledges the importance of a prepared, unified response to potential threats, prioritizing the physical and emotional well-being of all learners, personnel, and visitors. A. INTRODUCTION Through comprehensive training, communication channels, and coordinated efforts with local authorities, this contingency plan aims to enhance readiness and resilience in the face of unforeseen conflict situations, ensuring that the school remains a safe environment conducive to learning and growth. B. HAZARD ANALYSIS CP FORM 1: HAZARD ANALYSIS CP FORM 1: HAZARD ANALYSIS The Hazard Analysis identifies and evaluates potential risks to schools from armed conflict, focusing on probability and impact. By ranking these factors, the analysis prioritizes armed conflict as a top risk, highlighting the need for immediate safety measures, preparedness, and resources. This analysis helps schools effectively plan to protect students and staff, ensuring a safer learning environment during emergencies. CP FORM 2: ANATOMY OF THE HAZARD CP FORM 2: ANATOMY OF THE HAZARD This hazard plan helps identify root causes, recognize early warning signs, and understand the factors that could trigger conflict, ensuring the school's preparedness and fostering a safe learning environment. This chart provides an overview of risks associated with armed conflict at Kaylaway National High School. It highlights key Root Causes (e.g., local tensions, geographic proximity to conflict areas), Early Warning Signs (such as increased military presence or community concerns), Triggering Factors (events that could spark conflict), and Mitigating Measures (like emergency drills, communication plans, and coordination with authorities) to help protect the school community. C. SCENARIO CP FORM 3A: SCENARIO GENERATION FOR HUMAN INDUCED HAZARD CP FORM 3A: SCENARIO GENERATION FOR HUMAN INDUCED HAZARD CP FORM 3A: SCENARIO GENERATION FOR HUMAN INDUCED HAZARD The diagram illustrates a progression of potential scenarios related to armed conflict at Kaylaway National High School, moving from minor issues to catastrophic outcomes. It highlights how initial tensions among students can escalate into serious threats, emphasizing the critical need for effective emergency planning and communication. As situations worsen, the chart shows increasing impacts on student safety, mental health, and the learning environment, ultimately leading to potential long-term consequences, such as trauma and school closure. This underscores the importance of proactive measures, community support, and timely responses from authorities to prevent escalation and protect the well-being of students and staff. CP FORM 4A.1: AFFECTED LEARNERS CP FORM 4A.1: AFFECTED LEARNERS Affected Learners is designed to document and assess the impact of armed conflict on students. This form captures essential information about the number of students affected or displaced, along with their location—whether they are inside or outside evacuation centers—and reasons for their displacement. It plays a critical role in understanding the scope of impact on students’ education, safety, and wellbeing. CP Form 4A.2: Affected Personnel CP Form 4A.2: Affected Personnel Affected Personnel is a vital document designed to systematically record and assess the impact of armed conflict on school personnel. This form helps school administrators and emergency response teams to identify and address the needs of both teaching and non-teaching staff who are directly affected or displaced due to conflict. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES CHAPTER 2 A. GOALS The primary goal of Kaylaway National High School in the context of armed conflict is to ensure the safety and security of all learners and staff, fostering an environment conducive to uninterrupted education. This goal encompasses promoting psychological resilience by providing mental health support and resources to help students cope with the emotional impact of conflict. Additionally, the school aims to maintain educational continuity by implementing robust safety protocols and enhancing community preparedness through collaboration with local authorities and organizations. Ultimately, the goal is to cultivate a supportive and resilient school community that can effectively respond to and recover from the challenges posed by armed conflict. B. GENERAL OBJECTIVES Kaylaway National High School’s Contingency Plan on the occurrence of Armed Conflict has the following specific objectives: To establish and maintain clear communication channels among students, staff, parents, and local authorities to ensure timely dissemination of information during an armed conflict situation. To develop and implement comprehensive safety protocols that outline procedures for evacuation, lockdowns, and emergency responses to protect the safety of all learners and staff. To conduct regular risk assessments and drills to familiarize students and staff with emergency procedures and enhance preparedness for potential armed conflict scenarios for students and staff. B. GENERAL OBJECTIVES To provide training and resources for mental health support, including counseling services and workshops, to help students and staff cope with the psychological impact of armed conflict. To create a crisis management team composed of school personnel and community members responsible for coordinating responses and support during an armed conflict. To engage with local law enforcement and emergency services to establish partnerships that facilitate rapid response and assistance during armed conflict incidents. To promote conflict resolution and peacebuilding initiatives within the school curriculum to foster understanding and tolerance among students, thereby reducing the likelihood of internal conflicts. To ensure the protection and security of school property during armed conflict, minimizing damage and maintaining a safe learning environment for students and staff. B. GENERAL OBJECTIVES These specific objectives aim to create a comprehensive contingency plan that prioritizes safety, communication, and support for the Kaylaway National High School community in the event of armed conflict. RESPONSE ARRANGEMENTS CHAPTER 3 Response Clusters CP Form 5: Response Activities RESPONSE CLUSTERS This structure allows for a clear breakdown of actions based on the severity of the situation, with specific responsibilities designated to appropriate committees and personnel. Each scenario progressively intensifies the response to manage the situation effectively. Resource Inventory CP Form 6: Resource Inventory Resource Inventory is used to list and track available resources across various committees (e.g., Prevention, Preparedness, Response, Recovery) for handling emergencies like armed conflict. This form details the type, quantity, and status of resources, ensuring that each team has what they need to respond effectively. It supports efficient resource allocation, helps identify any gaps, and ensures readiness to protect students and staff during emergencies. Response Projection CP Form 7: Resource Projection Resource Projection is used to identify and address resource needs for emergency preparedness and response. It lists each team’s required resources, current inventory, and any shortages (gaps). The form also includes plans for filling gaps, cost estimates, and potential funding sources. This ensures that each committee is well-prepared with the necessary resources to protect and support students and staff during an emergency, such as armed conflict. CP Form 8: Inventory of Learning Resources and Other IEC Materials for Learning Continuity Inventory of Learning Resources and Other IEC Materials for Learning Continuity is essential because it ensures that, even during armed conflict, students have access to necessary educational materials and resources that support continued learning. This form lists and organizes available resources—such as printed modules, digital devices, visual aids, and informative materials—that are crucial for maintaining educational continuity when regular classroom learning is disrupted. CP Form 9: Resource Gap Summary Resource Gap Summary is essential because it identifies specific resources needed to enhance the school’s preparedness and response to an armed conflict. By documenting the gaps in equipment, training, and supplies, this form helps prioritize critical items required for safety and emergency management. It also provides a clear cost estimate, which supports budgeting, securing funding, and resource allocation. Ultimately, CP Form 9 ensures that the school is better equipped to protect students and staff during a potential crisis. A. Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Team CP Form 10: DRRM Team