Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES & SUN 205 wy
Quezon City, Metro Manila 2 H
TWENTIETH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House BillNo,__191

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE GERALD CLOYD ALEXIS V. GALANG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to establish an elementary school in Barangay Karuhatan, City
of Valenzuela, Metro Manila to be known as Ignacio Doon Sr. Elementary School.

Under Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the State
is constitutionally mandated to "protect and promote the right of all citizens to
quality education, accessible to all.” In alignment with this national imperative, the
City Council of Valenzuela City enacted Ordinance No. 1234, Series of 2024,
formally recognizing the critical importance of this mandate. The ordinance further
underscores the City’s urgency and unwavering support for educational equity,
particularly by honoring the exceptional philanthropy of Ignacio Doon Sr.

Mr. Doon Sr. voluntarily and freely donated the school sites for Karuhatan
Elementary School to the residents of Barangay Karuhatan, a gesture of profound
generosity that has significantly advanced the community’s access to public
education. This legislative action not only acknowledges Mr. Doon’s selfless
contribution but also reaffirms Valenzuela City’s dedication to fostering inclusive
and sustainable educational opportunities for its constituents.

Within Barangay Karuhatan, a primary school is indeed present, serving as the
initial educational institution for local children. However, this institution faces a
significant limitation, as it is not equipped to provide a fully comprehensive primary
education that covers all required grade levels. Consequently, this necessitates that
students residing in Karuhatan must travel to neighboring barangays to attend a
different school to complete their elementary studies and receive the full primary
education mandated by the curriculum.

Given the State's firm commitment to providing and sustaining a free
education system for elementary students, a commitment underscored by the fact
that this level of education is compulsory for all children within the designated
school age range, it is imperative and entirely appropriate to establish a new
elementary school within the community of Barangay Karuhatan, City of
Valenzuela. This action directly supports the State's goals of ensuring equitable
access to quality basic education for every child, regardless of their socio-economic
background.



I hold a deeply rooted conviction that this particular measure represents a vital
investment in our youth. It is my firm belief that by implementing this initiative, we
will equip our young people with the comprehensive education they absolutely
require. This educational foundation is not merely about imparting knowledge; it's
about fostering the skills, critical thinking, and resilience necessary for them to truly
develop their full potential. Furthermore, it is designed to empower them to
transition smoothly into adulthood, enabling them to become not just participants,
but active, productive, and contributing members who enrich the fabric of our
society.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

GALANG
2™4 Legislative District, City of Valenzuela


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No.__151

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE GERALD CLOYD ALEXIS V. GALANG

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BARANGAY KARUHATAN,
CITY OF VALENZUELA, METRO MANILA TO BE KNOWN AS IGNACIO
DOON SR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Short Title. — This Act shall be known as the “Ignacio Doon Sr.
Elementary School Act”.

SEC. 2. Establishment. - There is hereby established, under the supervision of the
Department of Education (DepEd), an elementary school in Barangay Karuhatan, City of
Valenzuela, to be known as the Ignacio Doon Sr. Elementary School.

SEC. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Education shall immediately include
in the Department's program the operationalization of the Ignacio Doon Sr. Elementary
School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within ninety (90) days from
the approval of this Act, the Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act. Such implementing rules and
regulations shall provide for the school’s organization, administration, operations and
management, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155, or the “Governance of Basic
Education Act of 2001”, Republic Act No. 10533, or the “Enhanced Basic Education Act
of 2013”, and other basic education-related laws.

SEC. 5. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,