TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
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S. No.
SENATE
723
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Introduced by Senator FRANCIS N. PANGILINAN
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 of the Republic of 
the Philippines explicitly mandates all education institutions to include the study of the 
Constitution as part of their curricula.
This bill aims to fulfill this constitutional mandate by integrating comprehensive 
education on the 1987 Constitution into the Grade 12 senior high school curriculum 
across all public and private educational institutions. The importance and necessity of 
its inclusion cannot be overemphasized. Their knowledge of the Constitution will (1) 
empower them to become informed and responsible citizens capable of participating 
in national affairs; (2) deepen their appreciation for the principle of Philippine 
democracy, and their understanding of the governance framework, separation of 
powers, and checks and balances; (3) inculcate in them patriotism, nationalism, 
understanding of national identity; and (4) teach them to hold public officials 
accountable and advocate for transparency and good governance.


In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
francisn:<rangilinan
Sen^r


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TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
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25 JUL 21 M) '29
S. No.
SENATE
723
Ri C. :' ■. )
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS N. PANGILINAN
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.
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Sec. 4. Development of the Constitutional Education Course. — The Department
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of Education (DepEd), with the assistance of concerned government agencies and
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constitutional commissions and experts on the Constitution from the academe, shall
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develop the Constitutional Education course that will be integrated in the Grade 12
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curriculum in all public and private educational institutions. The instruction of this
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particular subject matter shall be developed in a way that is suited and responsive to
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the capacity of students in Grade 12. The course shall also be constructed in
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accordance with the standards and principles in developing the enhanced basic
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education curriculum stated in Republic Act No. 10533 or the Enhanced Basic
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Education Act of 2013.
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Sec. 5. Constitutional Education Course Objectives. — The Constitutional Education
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course for Grade 12 students shall seek to accomplish the following:
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a) Raise their level of awareness and understanding of the history and
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provisions of the 1987 Constitution;
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b) Develop their appreciation and exercise of democratic values, such as
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transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights and dignity;
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c) Foster their understanding and practice of active citizenship and people's
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participation in government processes; and
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d) Equip them with the knowledge of the Constitution that they can use in
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their analysis and involvement in public issues.
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Sec. 6. Constitutional Education Course Framework. — The Constitutional
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Education course in the Grade 12 curriculum will cover topics including, but not limited
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to, the following:
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a) History and Overview of the 1987 Constitution
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b) 
Nationalism and Sovereignty
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c) 
State Principles and Policies
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d) 
Government Institutions and Processes
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e) 
Rights and Duties of Citizens
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f) 
Democratic Values, Social Justice, and Human Rights
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Active Citizenship and People's Participation in Governance
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h) Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture, and Sports
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Current Issues
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Sec. 7. Constitution Education Training for Teachers. — The training of teachers
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in carrying out the Constitution Education course shall be incorporated in the teacher
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education and training programs mandated by Republic Act No. 10533 or the
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Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.
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Sec. 8. Impiementing Rules and Regulations. — The DepEd, with the assistance
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of concerned government agencies and constitutional commissions and experts on the
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Constitution from the academe, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations
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to implement the provisions of the Act within ninety (90) days from the approval of
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this Act.
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Sec. 9. Separability Clause. — If, for any reason, any part, section, or provision
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of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions not affected
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thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.
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Sec. 10. Repealing Clause. — All laws, decrees, executive orders, proclamations,
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rules and regulations, and other issuances, or part or parts thereof, which are
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inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed, amended, or modified
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accordingly.
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Sec. 11. Effectivity Clause. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
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complete publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general
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circulation.
Approved,