SM No. 256, s. 2026 | CONDUCT OF SPIRPA 2026 – QUARTER 3 IMPLEMENTATION REVIEW AND PLANNING ADJUSTMENT

• September 15, 2026

1. In line with the Department of Education’s Basic Education Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (BEMEF) and the standards of the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and School-Based Management (SBM), Francisco E. Barzaga Integrated High School shall conduct the SPIRPA 2026 – Quarter 3 Implementation Review and Planning Adjustment.

This activity serves as a vital checkpoint for continuous improvement, ensuring that resources, processes, and outputs are aligned with desired outcomes for learner achievement, school effectiveness, and stakeholder empowerment. Anchored on results-based monitoring, the review will assess the availability and utilization of resources, document Quarter 3 accomplishments, evaluate program contributions to learner outcomes, and identify adjustments for Quarter 4 implementation.

The school shall hold a face-to-face conference on October 2, 2026 (Friday), from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the SBM Room.

2. Agenda highlights:
   The following agenda shall guide the flow of discussions:
   a. Presentation of Education Dashboard
   b. SPIRPA Dashboard – Physical Accomplishments (JHS and SHS)
   c. MOOE Dashboard
   d. Summary of Good Practices in Program Implementation
   e. Issues and Concerns in Program Implementation
   f. Synthesis of Quarter 3 SPIRPA
   g. Other Related Concerns, Announcements, and Evaluation
3. Attached herewith is the official program of the Third Quarter SPIRPA activity, outlining the sequence of events, speakers, facilitators, and assigned participants.
4. For any relevant inquiries, personnel may directly coordinate with the Assistant Principals for Academics of both the Junior High School and Senior High School.
5. Immediate and widest dissemination of this school memorandum is
   desired.

SM No. 255, s. 2026 | RESCHEDULING OF DAY 2 OF THE IN-SERVICE TRAINING (INSET) FOR TEACHERS

• September 15, 2026

1. Pursuant to the guidelines of the National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) and the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) regarding the accreditation of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) units, the school shall continue to observe the prescribed standards in the conduct of the In-Service Training (INSET).
2. Due to class suspensions brought about by inclement weather, the original schedule of Day 2 of the INSET was disrupted. To ensure the completion of the training requirements and compliance with accreditation standards, Day 2 of the INSET is hereby rescheduled to September 16, 2026 (Wednesday), from 10:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. at the Banyuhay ng Kakayahan.
3. To accommodate the training while ensuring the uninterrupted implementation of the Term 2 Instructional Block, a shortened class schedule shall be observed as follows:
   Session Junior High School Senior High School
   Morning Session 5:40 A.M. – 10:10 A.M. 6:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
   Afternoon Session 1:40 P.M. – 6:10 P.M. 2:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
4. Grade Level Chairpersons are directed to prepare, finalize, implement, and disseminate an equitable adjusted class schedule that ensures adequate instructional time for all learning areas and informs all concerned personnel and learners accordingly.
5. The official time of teachers shall remain unchanged and shall continue to follow their regular work schedule. The implementation of the shortened class scheme is intended solely to accommodate the conduct of the INSET and shall not affect the prescribed working hours of teachers.
6. All INSET committees shall maintain their previously assigned functions and responsibilities to facilitate the smooth and efficient conduct of the activity.
7. All teachers and committee members are enjoined to prepare the necessary materials, documents, and resources prior to the scheduled training.
8. Attendance and active participation in the INSET are required for purposes of NEAP and PRC accreditation. Teachers who are officially participating in division-led activities scheduled on the same date and time shall still be eligible for the issuance of certificates and corresponding CPD units, provided that they comply with and submit all required INSET outputs and documentary requirements within the prescribed timeline.
9. Attendance and active participation in the INSET are required for purposes of NEAP and PRC accreditation.
10. Immediate and widest dissemination of this memorandum is hereby directed.

SM No. 254, s. 2026 | COMPUTER-BASED NATIONAL CAREER ASSESSMENT EXAMINATION (CB-NCAE) ORIENTATION FOR GRADE 10 TEACHERS AND LEARNERS

• September 14, 2026

1. In line with the upcoming Computer-based National Career Assessment Examination for Grade 10, authority is hereby granted to Ms. Lorelynne H. Gelilio and Mr. Ian Shigeru B. Yasunaga to conduct a meeting with all Grade 10 Learners on September 17, 2026, Thursday, at the FEBIHS Audio-Visual Room.
2. The following is scheduled as follows:
   

3. The teacher of each section is expected to accompany their section during the scheduled orientation.
4. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 253, s. 2026 | CORRIGENDUM TO SCHOOL MEMORANDUM NO. 250 S. 2026

• September 9, 2026

1. In reference to School Memorandum No. 250, s. 2026, regarding the Learning Action Cell (LAC) for the TLE Department’s Tech TLC: Tender Loving Care for Your Tools & Devices on September 8, 2026, Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, the LAC session is moved to September 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM because of the suspension of classes.
2. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 252, s. 2026 | VALUES EDUCATION DEPARTMENT LAC SESSION ON Hands that Speak, Hearts that Listen: A Guide to Deaf Awareness and Basic Sign Language Learners

• September 8, 2026

1. The Values Education Department shall conduct a face-to-face Learning Action Cell (LAC) on Hands that Speak, Hearts that Listen: A Guide to Deaf Awareness and Basic Sign Language Learners on September 09, 2026, 08:00AM-10:00AM at the Bayuhay ng Kakayahan (AVR).

2. Participants in this activity are the following:

3. Participation in this activity shall observe DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2005 on Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-On-Task and Ensuring Compliance Therewith, and strict compliance with other existing DepEd rules and guidelines.
4. For relevant queries, please contact: Joan Lara W. Panotulan, Master Teacher I.
5. Immediate and widest dissemination of this Notice of LAC Session is desired.

SM No. 251, s. 2026 | LIFE AND CAREER SKILLS FOCAL GROUP DISCUSSION

• September 7, 2026

1. This office will be conducting the Learning Action Cell (LAC) “Empowering Class Advisers as First-Line Guidance Workers” session on September 8, 2026 (Tuesday) at the School Based Management Room, at 1:00 – 3:00PM.
2. Listed below are the agenda:
   a DepEd Order No. 53, s. 2003 (Updated Guidance and Counseling Program),
   b. DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012 (Child Protection Policy),
   c. DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2025 (School-Based Mental Health Program),
   d. RA 12080 (Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act),
   e. Regional Memorandum No. 134s.2025m and
   f. Division Memorandum No. 571 s. 2026
   g. Anecdotal Form
3. Participants of the Learning Action Cell (LAC) are as follows:

All Grade 11 Advisers :
1.Kathleen Kate P. Ochigue
2. Genna Rose L. Cadisal
3. Glenn Christian L. Orig
4. Maricris L. Albarillo
5. Mischelle C. Maongca
6. Archie P. Barte
7. Cherwin E. Paiton
8. Mercado, Roque A.
9. Rizalyn C. Fello ; and

Senior High School Guidance Designate:
10. Thelma Consaludo
Senior High School Assistant Principal:
11. Ruby Ann V. Sarono

3. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 250, s. 2026 | SLAC SESSION ON TECH TLC: TENDER LOVING CARE

• September 7, 2026

1. This office announces the TLE’s SLAC Session on Tech TLC: Tender Loving Care for Your Tools & Devices on September 8, 2026, Computer Laboratory 2, at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
2. Listed below are the TLE teachers and their respective roles in the said LAC Session:

a. Ian Shigeru B. Yasunaga – Facilitator
b. Michael A. Ramos – Facilitator
c. Arlene M. Bautista – Documenter/ Participant
d. Nina L. Urbiztondo – Certificate/Participant
e. Arlene R. Calica – Participant
f. Angelo A. Villanueva – Participant
g. Herminio S. Dioquino – Participant
h. Kristine Joy Q. Onteling – Participant
i. Maria Robina D. Enriquez – Participant
j. Khayne N-ther D. Belina – Participant
k. Rosalie B. Yangco – Participant
l. Lorieza Mharie Sango – Participant
m. Mark Anthony S. Torres – Participant
n. Liezel P. Tabiando – Participant
o. Eugenio S. Magrimbao – Participant
p. Arlene C. Dalut – Participant
q. Jazer Samuel L. Crisostomo – Participant

3. For your information and guidance.

SM No. 249, s. 2026 | ADDENDUM TO SCHOOL MEMORANDUM NO. 248, S. 2026

• September 6, 2026

1. In view of the adjustment in the schedule of the activities indicated in the above-mentioned School Memorandum, this Addendum is hereby issued to reflect the revised schedule.
2. Accordingly, the following schedule shall supersede the schedule previously indicated:

September 7-8, 2026 (Monday and Tuesday)

• ARAL Program
• Computation of grades/Accomplishment of School Forms
  *Submission of grades is on or before September 11, 2026
• Teachers’ Official Time: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

September 9, 2026 (Wednesday)

• Intramural Meet (subject to changes depending on weather conditions)

September 18, 2026 (Friday)
Parenting Seminar

• AM Shift Parents/Guardians: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• PM Shift Parents/Guardians: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  Distribution of Progress/Performance Reports to Parents/Guardians
• AM Shift: 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
• PM Shift: 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM

3. All other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
4. For information, guidance, and compliance.

SM No. 248, s. 2026 | END-OF-TERM 1 BLOCK SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

• September 4, 2026

1. Pursuant to DepEd Order No. 009, s. 2026 entitled Guidelines on the Implementation of the Three-Term School Calendar in Basic Education, the End-of-Term Block refers to the period between terms allotted for grade computation, conduct of co-curricular and extracurricular activities and competitions at the school, division, and regional levels, implementation of the ARAL Program, professional development activities, and wellness breaks for teachers and learners.
2. In line with this, the following End-of-Term 1 Block Schedule of Activities shall be observed:
   September 7, 2026 (Monday)

• ARAL Program
• Submission of Grades
• Teachers’ Official Time: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)
• Intramural Meet (subject to changes depending on weather conditions)
• Teachers’ Official Time: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Any work rendered beyond the required eight (8) hours shall be credited as service credit, subject to existing rules and regulations.
  September 9, 2026 (Wednesday)
  Parenting Seminar
• AM Shift Parents/Guardians: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
• PM Shift Parents/Guardians: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
  Distribution of Progress/Performance Reports to Parents/Guardians
• AM Shift: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
• PM Shift: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Advisers are enjoined to encourage the attendance of parents and guardians during the Parenting Seminar and the distribution of learners’ progress/performance reports.
• Teachers’ Official Time: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  September 10-11, 2026 (Thursday-Friday)
• In-Service Training (INSET)
• Official Start of Wellness Break for Learners
  September 14-15, 2026 (Monday-Tuesday)
• Official Start of Wellness Break for Teachers

3. All concerned are enjoined to be guided accordingly and ensure the successful implementation of the above activities.
4. For information, guidance, and compliance.

SM No. 247, s. 2026 | NOTICE OF MEETING

• September 2, 2026

1. In line with the school’s preparations and coordination of upcoming academic and administrative activities, all Assistant Principals and Grade Level Chairpersons are hereby requested to attend a meeting on September 3, 2026 (Thursday), at 1:00 PM, at the SBM Room.
2. The agenda of the meeting shall be as follows:
   A. End of Term Activities
   B. Teachers’ Official Time
   C. Other Matters
3. The list of participants is attached for reference.
4. All concerned personnel are encouraged to be present and punctual to ensure a productive discussion of matters relevant to the smooth implementation of school programs and activities.
5. Participants who are unable to attend due to official involvement in Division- led activities may designate a representative to attend on their behalf.
6. For your information, guidance, and compliance.