Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by HON. GUS S. TAMBUNTING 
AN ACT 
INTEGRATING EDUCATION ON THE 1987 CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE 
PHILIPPINES IN THE GRADE 12 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULA OF ALL PUBLIC 
AND PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Article XIV, Section 3, Paragraph 1 of the 1987 Constitution provides that, “All educational 
institutions shall include the study of the Constitution as part of the curricula.” 
Consistent with this constitutional provision, this proposed measure provides for the integration 
of a course on the 1987 Constitution into the curricula of senior high school students. Under this 
measure, the Department of Education, together with concerned agencies, constitutional 
commissions, and experts from the academe, is to develop a Constitutional course suited and 
responsive to the capacity of students in Grade 12 from all public and private educational 
institutions.  
The study of the 1987 Constitution allows young Filipinos to learn about their rights and their 
responsibilities to the State, and the State’s responsibilities to the public. This should likewise 
allow young Filipinos to become more informed citizens and empower them to actively participate 
in the affairs of the States and exercise their rights as Filipino citizens.  
On behalf of the people of Parañaque City’s Second District, and for the common good of the 
Filipino people, the approval of the said measure is earnestly sought. 
REP. GUS S. TAMBUNTING 
2nd District, Parañaque City 
September 8, 2022
10:25 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by HON. GUS S. TAMBUNTING 
AN ACT 
INTEGRATING EDUCATION ON THE 1987 CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE 
PHILIPPINES IN THE GRADE 12 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULA OF ALL PUBLIC 
AND PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
Section 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the “Constitutional Education Act.” 
Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. – Article XIV, Section 3(1) of the 1987 Constitution of the 
Republic of the Philippines states that all educational institutions shall include the study of the 
Constitution as part of the curricula. 
Moreover, Article XIV, Section 3(2) of the Constitution also states that educational institutions 
shall inculcate patriotism and nationalism, foster love of humanity, respect for human rights, 
appreciation of the role of national heroes in the historical development of the country, teach the 
rights and duties of citizenship, strengthen ethical and spiritual values, develop moral character 
and personal discipline, encourage critical and creative thinking, broaden scientific and 
technological knowledge, and promote vocational efficiency. Such topics or areas are connected 
to education about the Constitution, which is mandated by the previous paragraph. 
Thus, it is hereby declared a policy of the State to fulfill the said provision by integrating education 
on the Constitution in the senior high school curriculum in all public and private educational 
institutions. 
Sec. 3. Coverage – This Act shall cover the Grade 12 senior high school curricula of all public 
and private educational institutions. 
Sec. 4. Development of the Constitutional Education Course. – The Department of 
Education (DepEd), with the assistance of concerned government agencies and constitutional 
commissions, and experts on the Constitution from the academe, shall develop the Constitutional 
course that will be integrated into the Grade 12 curriculum in all public and private educational 
institutions. The instruction of this particular subject matter shall be developed in a way that is 
suited and responsive to the capacity of students in Grade 12. The course shall also be constructed 
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by the standards and principles in developing the enhanced basic education curriculum stated in 
Republic Act. No. 10533 or the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013. 
 
Sec. 5. Constitutional Education Course Objectives. – The Constitutional Education course 
for Grade 12 students shall seek to accomplish the following: 
 
a) Raise their level of awareness and understanding of the history and provisions of the 1987 
Constitution; 
b) Develop their appreciation and exercise of democratic values, such as transparency, 
accountability, and respect for human rights and dignity; 
c) Foster their understanding and practice of active citizenship and people’s participation in 
government processes; and  
d) Equip them with the knowledge of the Constitution that they can use in their analysis and 
involvement in public issues. 
Sec. 6. Constitutional Educational Course Framework. – The Constitutional Education 
course in the Grade 12 curriculum will cover topics including, but not limited to, the following; 
 
a) History and Overview of the 1987 Constitution 
b) Nationalism and Sovereignty 
c) State Principles and Policies 
d) Government Institutions and Processes 
e) Rights and Duties of Citizens  
f) Democratic Values, Social Justice, and Human Rights  
g) Active Citizenship and People’s Participation in Governance 
h) Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports 
i) Current Issues 
Sec. 7. Constitution Education Training for Teachers. – The training of teachers in carrying 
out the Constitution Education course shall be incorporated into the teacher education and 
training programs mandated by Republic Act No. 10533 or the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 
2013. 
 
Sec. 8. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – The DepEd, with the assistance of 
government agencies and constitutional commissions, and experts on the Constitution from the 
academe, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to implement the provisions of 
the Act within ninety (90) days from the approval of this Act. 
 
Sec. 9. Separability Clause. – If for any reason, any part, section, or provision of this Act is 
held invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions not affected thereby shall continue to 
be in full force and effect. 
 
Sec. 10. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, executive orders, proclamations, rules and 
regulations, and other issuances, or part or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with the 
provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly. 
 
 


Sec. 11. Effectivity Clause. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete 
publication in the Official Gazette or at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
 
Approved,