This document outlines the rules and procedures for selecting the Ten Outstanding High School Students of Nueva Ecija. Students must be in the top ten of their graduating class and have no failing grades. They must submit documents demonstrating their academic performance, leadership roles, and achievements. The top 30 candidates will participate in team-building activities and undergo interviews. Candidates will be evaluated based on academics, achievements, leadership, and performance in activities. The top 10 students will receive medals and certificates, with cash prizes for the top three students.

1. TOHSSNE 8TH TEN OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OF NUEVA ECIJA
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I. WHO MAY JOIN
The search is open to all public and private high school students in Nueva Ecija who are
included in the top ten (10) of the graduating class in their respective schools. There
should only be a maximum of five (5) participants/entries per school
II. QUALIFICATIONS
Filipino citizen of excellent moral character, and without any record of unfavorable
disciplinary case in school.
A bona fide graduating student for the current school year (SY 2012-2013).
An outstanding student in academic and co- and extra-curricular activities;
No failing grades in his/her entire years.
III. DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMISSION
Two (2) copies of duly accomplished documents containing:
1.Application form (see TOHSSNE Form 1)
2.Academic information (see TOHSSNE Form 2)
3.Leadership and Associations affiliated with (see TOHSSNE Form 2) - with proofs
(certificates, etc.)
4.Most Significant Accomplishments (see TOHSSNE Form 3)- with proofs (certificate,
pictures etc.)
5.Scholarly answered essay in the question “Why do you deserve to be one of the Ten
Outstanding High School Students in Nueva Ecija?”(see TOHSSNE Form 4)
6.Coach / Adviser Assessment (see TOHSSNE Form 5)
7.Copy of a Transcript of Records from 1styear up to 1st grading period of 4thyear
Two (2) 2x2 picture
One (1) back-to-back copies of school ID
Supporting Documents
1. Academic Performance
- Shall include only photos of awards with descriptive captions (name of
honor/award, date, venue, and award-giving bodies) and copies of newspaper
clippings and certificates.
2. Leadership
- Shall include only copies of certificates, newspaper clippings, photos of
activities (name of activity, date, venue, and organizing bodies), and photos of
awards (for co- and extra-curricular awards).
Note: TOHSSNE forms serve as a guide for the participants’ proper documentation. Use extra
sheets upon answering the form. The requirements shall be organized in a short clear book. Only
one (1) proof/support document per nomination package (bid book) shall be submitted for each
claim. Supporting documents should not include minutes of the organizational meetings, project
evaluation reports, project proposals, general plans of actions, calendar of activities.
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2. TOHSSNE 8TH TEN OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OF NUEVA ECIJA
2013 For certificates and newspaper clippings, photocopied materials are preferred. All
support documents must be certified true copies by the high school.
IV. IMPORTANT DATES
November 24, 2012 Deadline of submission of entries
VENUE:
CBAA Honors’ Circle
College of Business Administration and Accountancy
Central Luzon State University
Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija 3120, c/o Winnie DC. Villanueva
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Division of Nueva Ecija
Old Capitol, Cabanatuan City
TEAM BUILDING December 22, 2012
LEADERSHIP TRAINING SEMINAR
and COMMUNITY SERVICE January 26, 2013
WRITTEN EXAMINATION&
PANEL INTERVIEW February 2, 2013
AWARDING February 22, 2013
Note: Dates are subject to changes. This is for the convenience of the participants and
the organization.
For further information and announcements, please visit and like the official
Facebook page of the Search for Ten Outstanding High School Students of Nueva Ecija.
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3. TOHSSNE 8TH TEN OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OF NUEVA ECIJA
2013
THE SEARCH PROCESS
1st Screening:
The participants will be screened based on the documents submitted. Lack of
requirements will be automatically disqualified. Only those entries which passed the first
screening will be qualified to undergo the second screening process.
2nd Screening:
The participants will be judged based on the following:
Academic performance 40%
Achievements 30%
Affiliations/Leadership 20%
Documents Presentation * 10%
Total 100%
*supporting documents e.g. certificates, pictures, etc.
Only the top 30 will be selected to undergo the third screening. The announcement of top
30 participants who will proceed to the next screening will be on the date of the teambuilding.
Third Screening:
The top 30 participants will be given particular points in the participation and
performance in leadership training seminar, team building and a community service organized by
the organization. Points will be given by chosen officers and members of the organization as well
as the organization advisers.
Final Screening:
The participants will be judged based on the following:
Academic performance* 20%
Most Significant Achievements 10%
Most Significant Leadership 10%
Essay 10%
Written Examination** 20%
Panel Interview 15%
Team Building, Community Service,
and Leadership-Training Seminar 15%
Total 100%
From the 30 finalists, the TEN outstanding students will be selected.
*Academic Performance will be based on their ranking.
**The written examination that will be given will be comprised of the following subjects:
Science, English, Math, General Information and Philippine History.
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4. TOHSSNE 8TH TEN OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OF NUEVA ECIJA
2013
AWARDS: The Ten Outstanding High School Students of Nueva Ecija will receive the
following:
1st to 3rd Outstanding Student Plaque of Recognition
Certificate of Recognition
Gold Medal
Cash Prize
4th to 10th Outstanding Students Certificate of Recognition
Silver Medal
Finalists (top 11-30) Certificate of Recognition
Bronze Medal
Special Awards Certificate of Recognition
Note: All participating schools will be notified about the winners one week before the
date of the awarding.
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