Child Welfare and Education Policy Vocabulary (Philippines)

Vocabulary flashcards covering major Philippine laws, policies, and orders related to child welfare, education, and disability-inclusive education from 1974 to 2022.

PD 603 – Child and Youth Welfare Code

Presidential Decree applying to persons under 21 (except emancipated individuals) to promote child welfare and provide opportunities for a useful and happy life.

Quality education (1987 Constitution, Art. XIV, Sec. 1)

State responsibility to protect and promote the right to quality education at all levels.

Free public elementary and high school education (1987 Constitution, Art. XIV, Sec. 2)

Establish and maintain a system of free public education at elementary and high school levels; elementary education is compulsory for all school-aged children.

RA 7610 – Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act

Policy to provide special protection to children from abuse, neglect, cruelty, exploitation and discrimination; best interests of the child are paramount; aligns with UNCRC principles.

RA 8371 – Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act of 1997 (IPRA)

Recognizes and promotes the rights of ICCs/IPs, including protection of ancestral domains and recognition of customary laws in determining ownership and resources.

RA 9344 – Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006

Affirms the vital role of children and youth; applies restorative justice principles in laws and programs for children in conflict with the law; emphasizes rehabilitation and well-being.

RA 9442 – Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (Amendment, 2007)

Adds privileges for persons with disabilities, including discounts (20%), educational support, express lanes, and priority access in services and facilities.

DepEd Order 72, s.2009 – Inclusive Education as a Strategy

Philosophy that embraces all children; regular schools provide services for students with disabilities, with support from staff, peers, and the community.

DepEd Order 99, s.2009 – Headstart for Gifted and Talented Preschoolers

Preparatory program for 4–5 year-olds with superior abilities, aiming to provide targeted support to reach high achievement.

RA 10533 – Enhanced Basic Education Act (K-12)

Legislation establishing the K–12 program, adding kindergarten and 12 years of basic education (6 years primary, 4 years junior high, 2 years senior high).

RA 10665 – Open High School System Act (2014)

Creates the Open High School System to provide alternative secondary education via open learning, increasing access to secondary education.

DepEd Order 44, s.2021 – Policy Guidelines on Learners with Disabilities in K-12

Guidelines for providing educational programs and services to learners with disabilities within the K‑12 framework, including accommodations and support.

RA 11650 – Inclusion and Services for Learners with Disabilities (2022)

Policy to protect the rights of learners with disabilities to quality, inclusive, and accessible education; establishes ILRCs and funding/support.”

DepEd Order 23, s.2022 – Child Find Policy for Learners with Disabilities

Process to identify, locate, and evaluate learners with disabilities to facilitate their inclusion in the general education system; monitoring and advocacy components.