The Department of Education (DepEd) has released its department memorandum no. 032, s. 2024 outlining the enrollment procedures and protocols for the upcoming School Year (SY) 2024-2025. This blog post will provide you with a quick guide on what you need to know about enrollment for public schools.
Enrollment Dates:
- In-person Enrollment: July 3 - 26, 2024
- Target Completion for Private Schools: Report to DepEd by July 22, 2024
Enrollment Options:
Public schools will offer various enrollment options to cater to different needs. These include:
- In-person Enrollment: This is the traditional method of enrolling at your designated school.
- Remote Enrollment: Enroll through SMS, messaging applications, or email using the school's official communication channels.
- Dropbox Enrollment: Submit necessary documents through designated dropboxes located at schools or nearby barangay halls.
Required Forms:
The specific form you need will depend on your child's grade level and enrollment status:
- For incoming Kindergarten, Grades 1, 7, and 11, and transferees: Basic Education Enrollment Form (CLICK TO DOWNLOAD BASIC EDUCATION ENROLLMENT FORM PAGE 1, BASIC EDUCATION ENROLLMENT FORM PAGE 2)
- For Grades 2-6, Grades 8-10, and Grade 12: Confirmation Slip (CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD CONFIRMATION SLIP)
- For ALS enrollees: Modified Alternative Learning System (ALS) Enrollment Form (CLICK TO DOWNLOAD MODIFIED ALS ENROLLMENT FORM PAGE 1, MODIFIED ALS ENROLLMENT FORM PAGE 2)
Important Reminders:
- Public schools cannot collect any fees as a pre-requisite for enrollment.
- Kindergarten age requirement will be strictly enforced.
- Schools cannot require learners or their guardians to personally transmit learner records.
For More Information:
- DepEd Planning Service-Education Management Information System Division: ps.emisd@deped.gov.ph
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Operations-Field Operations: asec.ops@deped.gov.ph
We hope this blog post helps you prepare for the upcoming school year! Remember, these guidelines apply to public schools. Be sure to check with your chosen private school for their specific enrollment procedures.