Schools reminded on no collection policy
THE Department of Education has reminded all public and private schools nationwide on its “no collections policy” to ensure the basic education remains free.
In DepEd Memorandum 41, s. 2024 or the reiteration of the “No Collection Policy” signed by Education Secretary Sonny Angara, he reminded field and school officials that the sale of tickets and/or the collection of contributions in any form from school children, students and teachers of public and private schools, colleges and universities is strictly prohibited.
The prohibition covers any person for any project or purpose, whether voluntary or otherwise.
However, the policy shall not cover membership fees to the Red Cross, the Girl Scouts of the Philippines, and the Boy Scouts of the Philippines.
Contributions of parents and other donors and stakeholders for the support of barrio high schools are likewise not covered by the prohibition.
In line with Republic Act No. 4206, those who will not adhere to the prohibition will be penalized with a fine or imprisonment for not more than a month or both, in the discretion of the court.
DepEd personnel were also advised to refrain from unwarranted solicitations and collection of contributions as stated in DepEd Order No. 49, s. 2022, also known as Amendments to DO No. 47, s. 2022, or the Promotion of Professionalism in the Implementation and Delivery of Basic Education and Programs and Services.
