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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
Third Regular Session 
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Introduced by SENATOR FRANaS "TOL" N. TOLENTINO
EXPLANATORY NOTE
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY DOOS DEL NORTE, 
MUNICIPALITY OF HINDANG, PROVINCE OF LEYTE TO BE KNOWN AS THE 
DOOS DEL NORTE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR
Education is a cornerstone of our society and a fundamental right guaranteed by 
in Article II, Section 17 of the 1987 Constitution which provides, 'The State shall give 
priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster patriotism 
and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation and 
development "Article XIV, Section 1, it further provides that, "the State shall protect and 
promote the nght of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate 
steps to make such education accessible to all." It is also the State's responsibility to 
ensure that quality education is not only available but also accessible to all citizens.
This proposed bill aims to establish the Doos del Norte National High School in 
Barangay Doos del Norte, Municipality of Hindang, Province of Leyte, addressing a 
significant need in the community. The establishment of this high school is a crucial step 
towards making secondary education more accessible to youth in Doos del Norte and its 
neighboring barangays.
Currently, many students face long commutes to reach the nearest high school, 
leading to added travel and food expenses for their families. By reducing these burdens, 
we can encourage more students to pursue their education without the hindrance of 
financial strain. Additionally, the proximity of the school will reduce students' exposure to 
various safety and health risks associated with long travel distances. This creates a safer


and more supportive environment for learning, allowing students to focus on their 
education.
The impact of this initiative goes beyond individual students. By providing high- 
quality education within the community, we are investing in the future of Hindang. An 
educated population is key to driving economic growth and social development. This 
school will help cultivate a generation of informed and skilled individuals who can 
contribute positively to the municipality's progress.
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this measure is earnestly
sought.
ATOR
NaS "TOL" N. TOLENTINO


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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
Third Regular Session 
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S. No. 2§§rT'
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Introduced by SENATOR FRANCIS "TOL" N. TOLENTINO
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY DOOS DEL NORTE, 
MUNICIPALITY OF HINDANG, PROVINCE OF LEYTE TO BE KNOWN AS THE 
DOOS DEL NORTE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Serrate and the House Of Representatives of the Philippines 
in congress assembled:
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SECTION 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department
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of Education, a national high school in Barangay Doos del Norte, Municipality of Hindang,
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Province of Leyte to be known as the Doos del Norte National High School.
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SEC. 2 The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's
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program the operationalization of the Doos del Norte National High School, the funding
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of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
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SEC. 3. Within ninety (90) days from the approval of this Act, the Secretary of
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Education shall formulate the rules and regulations implementing the provisions of this
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Act. Such implementing rules and regulations shall provide for the school's organization, 
10 administration, operations and management, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155,


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or the "Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001", Republic Act No. 10533, or the
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"Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013", and other basic education-related laws.
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SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
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Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,