ST. THOMAS ACADEMY, STO. TOMAS, BATANGAS, INC.
Poblacion 3, City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas
(043) 724-5048
https:/www.facebook.com/sta1919
sta.usal@gmail.com
SUPREME STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICER CLUB PARTICIPATION POLICY
GUIDELINES
Description
The Student Government Program is one of the major programs of
the Department of Education under the Center for Students and Co-curricular Affairs.
Every public and private elementary and secondary school under the Department of
Education (DepED) has its own student governments. They are usually called
the Supreme Pupil Government or the SPG (for elementary) and Supreme Student
Government or the SSG (for secondary). For the secondary school SSGs, the
Constitution and By-Laws are adopted by all of the DepEd public and private high schools.
In St. Thomas Academy, the SSG serves as the umbrella organization of all
recognized student organizations and clubs in the school. All students are members of
this organization. It acts as a channel of communication between the student body and
the school administration. It is the foundation of the student government which exists for
the purpose of and discipline by means of inspiring leadership.
Vision:
Young future leaders of society choose to serve in the way of piety and wisdom.
Mission:
Stirred by this vision, we an organized student government, believed in the
development of youth to become the best leaders and concerned citizens of the society,
that shall embody the ideals and principles of democracy to promote the welfare of the
students and the academic standard of the school.
Objective:
The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for supreme student government
officers regarding their participation in other clubs and organizations within the school
community. By implementing this policy, the supreme student government aims to ensure
fairness, transparency, and focused commitment to their roles while encouraging broader
student engagement across various clubs.
Policy Statement:
Once elected as a supreme student government officer, individuals are required to adhere
to the following guidelines regarding their involvement in other school clubs and
organizations:
1. Exclusive Focus on Student Council:
Supreme Student Government officers are expected to prioritize their responsibilities
within the club. This includes attending meetings, organizing events, and representing the
ST. THOMAS ACADEMY, STO. TOMAS, BATANGAS, INC.
Poblacion 3, City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas
(043) 724-5048
https:/www.facebook.com/sta1919
sta.usal@gmail.com
student body effectively. They should allocate sufficient time and energy to fulfill their
duties and responsibilities within the organization.
2. Prohibition of Membership in Other Clubs/Organizations:
While serving as supreme student government officers, individuals are prohibited from
being active members of any other student club or organization. This restriction aims to
prevent potential conflicts of interest, over-commitment, and divided focus.
3. Guest Participation:
Supreme student government officers may attend events or meetings of other clubs and
organizations as guests, provided that such participation does not interfere with their club
duties. Guest participation should be occasional and not involve a continuous
commitment that could hinder their effectiveness within the organization.
4. Collaboration and Support:
Officers are encouraged to collaborate with other clubs and organizations for the
betterment of the overall school community. This may involve joint initiatives,
partnerships, and assistance in organizing events, as long as such collaborations do not
compromise their commitment to the club.
5. Transparency and Accountability:
Officers must inform their moderator and other club officers about their involvement in
any extracurricular activities, including guest participation in other clubs. This
transparency ensures that potential conflicts can be addressed promptly, and
responsibilities can be adjusted if necessary.
6. Duration of Restriction:
The prohibition on participating as a full member in other clubs or organizations remains
in effect throughout the individual's term as an officer. The restriction lifts once their term
concludes.
8. Periodic Review:
The effectiveness of this policy will be reviewed periodically by the club officers and
moderator. Adjustments may be made based on feedback from officers and observations
of its impact on overall student engagement and representation.
ST. THOMAS ACADEMY, STO. TOMAS, BATANGAS, INC.
Poblacion 3, City of Sto. Tomas, Batangas
(043) 724-5048
https:/www.facebook.com/sta1919
sta.usal@gmail.com
By adhering to these guidelines, supreme student government officers demonstrate their
commitment to serving the student body and maintaining a focused approach to their
responsibilities within the student council. This policy aims to strike a balance between
leadership roles and broader participation in the school's extracurricular activities.
Prepared by:
Ms. Shaira Anne P. Natanauan
SSG Moderator/Student Activity Coordinator