DepEd issues guidelines on the regulation of PTAs
By JEVEELOU DOLAYBA PRESILLAS
Obrero Elementary School
Central Butuan District II
In order to promote harmonious, active, and collaborative engagement among teachers, parents, and the community in the implementation of school programs for learners’ welfare, the Department of Education (DepEd) has issued an Omnibus Guidelines on the Regulations of Operations of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs).
Per DepEd Order No. 013, s. 2022, signed by Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones, the guidelines is aimed to establish the crucial roles of the PTA as a dynamic school-based association concerned with partnership and programs for the best interest of the learners (e.g., facilitating parent-teacher partnership, participating in discussions for learners’ welfare, and engaging in developing and implementing school programs); and articulate the distinct roles and responsibilities of PTA officers and members.
Also, it is to streamline the processes for managing PTA affairs at the different levels which include, among others: (a) election of PTA officers consisting of parent/guardian- and teacher-members under different modalities; (b) requirements and privileges bestowed upon recognized PTAs; (c) conduct of General Assembly and other meetings; (d) undertaking of fundraising projects; and (e) financial management and transparency of PTA operations and the concomitant accountability of its officers; and update and harmonize DepEd policies and guidelines on PTA for clarity and consistency. ###
