SM No. 299, s. 2026 | MALINAW: CLEAR VISION, BRIGHTER FUTURES FOR SNED LEARNERS DISTRIBUTION OF FREE EYEGLASSES

• October 22, 2026

1. This office announces the conduct MALINAW: Clear Vision, Brighter Futures for SNED Learners – Distribution of Free Eyeglasses on October 23, 2026 to be facilitated by the selected teachers and Soksay Society students in partnership with Almendras Galang Optical Clinic at the Banyuhay ng Kakayahan (AVR) at 9:00 am onwards.
2. See list of beneficiary: https://bit.ly/Free_Eyeglasses
3. Attached herewith is the list of Teachical Working Group for reference.
4. Learners with incomplete or lacking documents may still submit the required documents on or before Friday, October 23, 2026, to qualify for and claim their free eyeglasses.
5. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 298, s. 2026 | NOTICE OF MEETING OF MASTER TEACHERS AND GRADE LEVEL CHAIRPERSONS

• October 22, 2026

1. In support of the implementation of the school’s Awards and Incentives Program under the Gawad KAPITAN KIKO (GKK) 2026, a coordination meeting shall be conducted on October 23, 2026 (Friday), at exactly 11:30 A.M. in the Computer Laboratory 2 – JHS. The meeting aims to ensure the effective dissemination and implementation of the program guidelines, timelines, nomination procedures, eligibility requirements, and documentary requirements relative to the conduct of the Search for Outstanding Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel. The activity likewise seeks to strengthen the role of Master Teachers and Grade Level Chairpersons in promoting transparency, fairness, and active participation in the school’s PRAISE Program.
2. Listed below are the objectives of this activity:
   a. To discuss the salient provisions of the Gawad KAPITAN KIKO (GKK) 2026 Guidelines.
   b. To present the implementation timeline, key activities, and responsibilities of concerned personnel.
   c. To clarify the nomination procedures, eligibility requirements, and documentary requirements for each award category.
   d. To discuss strategies for encouraging qualified personnel to participate in the search.
   e. To address concerns and clarify implementation issues related to the conduct of GKK 2026.
3. Agenda are as follows:
   a. Activity Matrix and Implementation Timeline
   b. Nomination Procedures and Documentary Requirements
   c. Award Categories and Evaluation Criteria
   d. Roles and Responsibilities of Master Teachers and Grade Level Chairpersons
   e. Other Matters
4. Participants to this activity are the following:
   • All Master Teachers
   • All Grade Level Chairpersons
5. Reminders
   a. Participants are encouraged to thoroughly review the GKK Guidelines prior to the meeting.
   b. Relevant concerns and recommendations regarding the implementation of the program may be raised during the open discussion.
   c. Attendance is required.
6. Immediate and widest dissemination of this Notice of Meeting is desired.

SM No. 297, s. 2026 | The Language of Hands: Creating Bridges for Inclusive LearningA Sign Language Capacity-Building Training for Grade 11-12 Receiving Teachers

• October 22, 2026

1. This office announces the SNED Inclusive Education Activity titled, “The Language of Hands: Creating Bridges for Inclusive Learning:
   A Sign Language Capacity-Building Training for Grade 11-12 Receiving Teachers” on October 22, 2026, Thursday at the SHS Computer Laboratory.
2. Attached herewith are the program, program management team, and list of participants for this activity.
3. Please be guided accordingly and be on time.
4. For your information.

SM No. 296, s. 2026 | CORRIGENDUM TO SCHOOL MEMORANDUM NO. 294, S. 2026

• October 22, 2026

1. This serves as an amendment to the information stated in School Memorandum No. 294, s. 2026 dated October 20, 2026, regarding the scheduled School-based Immunization (SBI).
2. Please be informed that the Immunization Activity originally set on October 23, 2026 will be rescheduled to a later date.
3. In lieu of the immunization, a Parents/ Guardian Orientation on Immunization will be conducted on the same date, October 23, 2026 (Friday) from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the school covered court.
4. All grade 7 advisers and concerned teachers are requested to disseminate this information to parents/ guardians and encourage their attendance.
5. Immediate dissemination of and strict compliance with this corrigendum is directed.
6. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 295, s. 2026 | DESIGNATION OF MR. JAN BERDEN D. BERMEJO AS STE PROGRAM COORDINATOR

• October 20, 2026

I. Please be informed that MR. JAM BERDEN D. RERmro, Teacher Ill, is hereby desigriated as the Science, Technology and Engineering (STE) Program Coordhator, effective October 20, 2026, for a minimum period of
three (3) years.
2. Mr. Bermejo shall perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in Special Order No. 043, a. 2026.
3. All concerned are enjoined to extend full support and cooperation to him in the performance of his duties.
4. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 294, s. 2026 | SCHOOL-BASED IMMUNIZATION (SBI)

• October 20, 2026

1. In line with the School-Based Immunization (SBI) Program implementation by the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Education (DepEd), in collaboration with our Local Government Unit (LGU) and school health personnel, a vaccination drive will be conducted for all eligible Grade 7 learners.
2. Schedule and Venue:
   Date: October 23, 2026 (Friday)
   Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
   Venue: School Audio-Visual Room (AVR)
3. Vaccines to be Administered:
   Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccine
   Tetanus-Diphtheria (Td) vaccine
4. Responsibilities of Grade 7 Advisers and Concerned Teachers:
   • Ensure all parental consent forms are distributed, completely filled out, and collected from the learners. Strictly follow the “No Consent, No Vaccination” policy.

• Prepare and submit the complete printed master list of learners to the School Clinic on or before October 21, 2026.

• Guide learners to the Audio-Visual Room according to the designated time slots per section to maintain proper order and avoid overcrowding.

• Remind learners to eat breakfast before coming to school and to bring their water bottles.

5. For any questions or coordination adjustments, please contact the School Clinic.
6. Immediate dissemination of and strict compliance with this Memorandum is directed.

SM No. 292, s. 2026 | FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSION FOR SELECTED TLE TEACHERS

• October 14, 2026

1. Authority is hereby granted to MR. ANGELO A. VILLANUEVA to conduct a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on October 16, 2026 (Friday) from 1:00PM – 2:00PM to be held at Computer Laboratory 1.
2. Agenda:
   2.1. Lesson Plan Submission and Compliance Monitoring
   2.2. Walkthrough Observations
   2.3. Collaborative Planning for the LAC Session
   2.4 Learner Performance Assessment and Instructional Interventions
   2.5. Other matters
3. Participants in this activity are the following:

4. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 291, s. 2026 | TERM II MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT MEETING S.Y. 2026-2027

• October 14, 2026

1. In line with DepEd Memorandum No. 476, s. 2026 the Junior High School Mathematics Department shall conduct a face-to-face meeting on October 15, 2026, 11:40am – 12:40pm at Junior High School Computer Laboratory 2.
2. Agenda of the said meeting are as follows:
   a. Aral MATH Parents’ and Students’ Orientation
   b. ARAL Tutors Capacity Building Activity
   c. Scheduling and Resource Deployment
   d. Instructional Delivery and Methodologies
   e. Progress Monitoring and Evaluation
   f. Submission of DLL and Examination
   g. Dates to Remember
   h. Others
3. Upon the approval of the School Head concerned, the following personnel shall attend the said meeting:

4. For relevant queries, please contact Mary France O. Imperial or Jeanalyn D. Abecia, Teacher-In-Charge or Zaydee R. Papa Aral MATH Coordinator.
5. Immediate and widest dissemination of this Notice of Meeting is desired.

SM No. 290, s. 2026 | SNED INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONCARE: Connecting Access to Responsive Essential Healthcare

• October 14, 2026

1. Pursuant to Division Memorandum No. 600, s. 2026, entitled “Submission of Project Proposals on the Utilization and Liquidation of Program Support Fund (PSF) 2026 for SNED Implementing Schools,” Francisco E. Barzaga Integrated High School (FEBIHS) has complied with the requirements and is now authorized to procure the necessary services and facilitate access to medical assessments for its learners with disabilities (LWDs).
2. The schedule of psychological and ophthalmological assessments, together with the list of beneficiaries, is attached herewith for reference.
3. In this regard, all concerned class advisers are requested to inform and remind the parents/guardians and learners concerned of the scheduled assessments and ensure their attendance on the designated dates and times.
4. For relevant queries, please contact Joan Lara W. Panotulan – 09352784718.
5. Immediate and widest dissemination of this Notice of Meeting is desired.

SM No. 289, s. 2026 | MENTAL HEALTH SYMPOSIUM

• October 14, 2026

1. The Department of Education (DepEd) observes the National Mental Health Week and Month every October. Pursuant to Republic Act No. 11036 (Mental Health Act) and Republic Act No. 12080 (Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act), the Department implements the School-Based Mental Health Program (SMHP) to promote and support mental health and well-being among learners in basic education.
2. In line the celebration of Mental Health Month this October, this office announces that the SOKSAY Society will be conducting a Mental Health Symposium with the theme “Mind Matters: Understanding Stress, Coping, and Help-Seeking.” The activity will be held on October 19–20, 2026, at the Banyuhay ng Kakayahan, as scheduled below:

3. This activity aims to provide students with relevant information and practical strategies to better understand and manage stress and emotional challenges.
4. All concerned class advisers and subject teachers in Mabisang Komunikasyon are requested to facilitate and monitor the participation of their respective students and ensure that students are properly informed of the schedule and other necessary arrangements.
5. Parental Consent Forms will be provided to each student prior to the activity. This is to ensure that parents/guardians are properly informed and have given consent for their child’s participation, considering that the symposium will cover topics related to stress, emotional challenges, coping, and help-seeking.
6. The cooperation of all concerned teachers, advisers, and students is requested to ensure the orderly and meaningful conduct of the activity.
7. Widest dissemination of this Memorandum is desired.