2. The DepEd (Department of Education) recognizes the serious
and harmful impact of bullying on students and their education.
Bullying can affect a student's mental health, academic performance,
and even their physical safety.
They have implemented policies and programs to prevent and
address bullying in schools, including the Anti-Bullying Act of 2013
and the Child Protection Policy.
DepEd encourages parents and teachers to report incidents
and creates a safe and supportive environment for students. They
aim to educate students about the negative effects of bullying and
promotes positive behavior through programs such as peer
counseling, values education, and anti-bullying campaigns.
STOP BULLYING
3. STOP BULLYING
Bullying is a serious problem that can harm children's mental health.
Parents and schools need to work together to prevent it.
Schools should have clear rules and ways to report bullying, and
teach children how to be kind.
Parents can talk to their kids about bullying, encourage them to
tell an adult if they see bullying,
Be good role models.
If bullying does happen, it's important to take it seriously and help the
victim. We should make sure all students feel safe and welcome at
school.
"Stand up to bullying, together we can
make a difference."
4. DEPED’s CHILD PROTECTION POLICY
The DepEd Child Protection Policy (CPP) is a set of guidelines and procedures designed to
ensure the safety and protection of children in the school environment, as mandated by DepEd
Order No. 40, s. 2012.
It aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for all children in schools.
It covers all forms of abuse, exploitation, violence, discrimination, bullying, and other
forms of harmful behavior against children.
It outlines the roles and responsibilities of school officials and employees, as well as the
procedures for reporting and responding to incidents of child abuse or harm.
It also emphasizes the importance of education and awareness-raising activities to
prevent and address child abuse and exploitation in schools.
“The DepEd Child Protection Policy prioritizes the safety,
protection, and welfare of all children in the school setting.”
5. The roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder are outlined in the CPP, and include the following:
School officials: Responsible for ensuring that the CPP is effectively implemented in the
school, including the development of policies and procedures, as well as the allocation of
resources for child protection activities.
Teachers: Responsible for creating a safe and secure learning environment for all students,
including monitoring for signs of child abuse or neglect and reporting incidents according to
the CPP guidelines.
Staff: Responsible for supporting the implementation of the CPP in the school, including the
provision of necessary resources and services to ensure the safety and protection of
children.
Students: Responsible for upholding the principles of the CPP, including the promotion of
respect, non-discrimination, and positive relationships among their peers.
DEPED’s CHILD PROTECTION POLICY