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Article VIII. HONORS AND AWARDS

The school recognizes outstanding students each semester and during graduation exercises with the following awards and guidelines:

 

Section 1.  CLASSROOM AWARDS

 1. Conduct Awards. Conduct Awards will be given at the end of the school year. This will be based on the evaluation of the adviser and subject teachers, using the guidelines stipulated in Section VI of DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015. Awardees must have consistently and dutifully carried out the core values of the Department as indicated in the report card. They must have obtained a rating of at least 80% “Always Observed” (AO) at the end of the school year (with at least 21 out of 28 AO rating in the report card). They also must have not been sanctioned with offenses punishable by suspension or higher sanction within the school year according to the Department’s service manual and child protection policies.

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2. Academic Excellence Award. The Award for Academic Excellence within the quarter is given to learners who have attained an average of at least 90 and no grades below 80 all learning areas.  

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​3.  Recognition for Perfect Attendance. This award is given at the end of every quarter to encourage learners to attend and actively participate in class. Perfect attendance means that a learner must be present in all of his/her classes, and must have no absences for the entire quarter. Learners who are representing the school for various purposes (e.g., in-school or off campus activities) may also qualify for this award.

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Section 2.  GRADE-LEVEL AWARDS

1.  Academic Excellence Award. At the end of the school year, the Academic Excellence Award is given to who have attained a General Average of at least 90 and no grades below 80 in all learning areas.

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2. Leadership Award. The leadership award is given to learners in grade 12 who have demonstrated exemplary skills in motivating others and organizing projects that have significantly contributed to the betterment of the school and/or community. This award is given during the completion or graduation ceremony.

To qualify for this award, a learner must:

• Have no failing grades in any of the learning areas.

• Have not committed any offense punishable by suspension or higher sanction according to the Department’s service manual and child protection policies in the current school year.

• Be a class officer or an active member/officer of any recognized school club, team, or organization.

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3.  Award for Outstanding Performance in Specific Disciplines. These awards are given to recognize learners in 12 who have exhibited exemplary skills and achievement in specific disciplines. These disciplines are Athletics, Arts, Communication Arts, Mathematics and Science, Social Sciences, and Technical-Vocational Education (Tech-Voc). These awards also value the learner’s achievement in a specific discipline that has contributed to the school and/or community.

a.      Athletics

This award is given to learners who have shown outstanding skills in athletics (particularly in games and sports) through participation and victories in competitions, as well as discipline in training and sportsmanlike conduct and character. The academic rating that will be considered for this award would be the student’s final grade in Physical Education.

 b.      Arts (e.g., visual, media, music, or performing arts)

This award is given to learners who have consistently demonstrated outstanding skills in the arts and above average creativity and craftsmanship exemplified through contribution to school’s various functions and events. The academic rating that will be considered for this award is the final grade in Music, Arts, or Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions for Senior High School (SHS).

 c.       Communication Arts

This award is given to learners who have demonstrated proficiency in any language (Filipino, English, or other foreign languages), in written or in oral communication, shown creativity in expressing ideas in written or oral activities in various subjects, and contributed to the school community. The academic rating that will be considered for this award is the student’s final grade in Filipino, English, or other foreign-language subjects and related learning areas in Senior High School specific to the award.

 d.      Science

This award is given to learners who have high academic standing in Science, demonstrated passion for science expressed through an excellent attitude toward science work, shown enthusiasm for science which positively influences other students in class and the wider school community, and displayed inquisitiveness about the environment, how things work, and how natural processes occur. The academic rating that will be considered for this award is the student’s final grade in Science for the two core Science subjects in SHS.

e.      Mathematics

This award is given to learners who have high academic standing in Mathematics, demonstrated passion for math expressed through an excellent attitude toward math work, and shown enthusiasm for math, which positively impacts other students in class. The academic rating that will be considered for this award is the student’s final grade in Mathematics for the core Mathematics subjects in SHS.

 f.        Social Sciences

This award is given to learners who have high academic standing in social sciences. They have consistently demonstrated the willingness and ability to contribute to and participate in activities that serve the common good. They have used their knowledge, skills, and disposition in history, geography, economics, and other areas of the social sciences to promote the common good and to achieve shared ends for others in the school and/or community above and beyond their personal good. The academic rating that will be considered for this award is the student’s final grade in for the core Social Science subjects Personal Development and Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics in SHS.

 g.      Technical-Vocational Education

This award is given to learners who have consistently exhibited exemplary skills and achievement in their area of specialization in technical-vocational (Tech-Voc) education. They have applied their knowledge and skills in Tech-Voc to projects and activities that have contributed to the school and/or community. The academic rating that will be considered for this award is the student’s final grade for the specialized Tech-Voc subjects in SHS specific to the award.

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h.      Award for Work Immersion

Award for Work Immersion is specific to Senior High School (SHS) tracks. This award may be given to grade 12 graduating students who have exemplified outstanding performance based on the terms of reference or engagement set by the school and evaluation of the direct supervisor and subject teacher. The awardee(s) must have received high efficiency rating for their diligence and consistency in performing their duties and responsibilities throughout the immersion program. Only those learners who have received an outstanding academic rating in the Work Immersion subject (at least 90%) shall be awarded. This rating in the report card consists of the learner’s performance and/or output during the Work Immersion.

 i.      Award for Research or Innovation

Award for Research or Innovation is specific to the SHS tracks. Grade 12 graduating students—individuals, pairs, or groups of not more than four members—must have led the planning and execution of a research or innovation to advance the potential applications of technology, or research whose findings can be used to drive better efficiency and productivity as well as to improve the lives of the people in the school and/or community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Section 3.  SPECIAL RECOGNITION

1. Learners who have represented and/or won in competitions at the district, division, regional, national, or international levels will be recognized. These awardees have demonstrated their exemplary performance in academics, athletics, and the arts, and/or represented the school in DepEd-recognized activities.

2. In addition to the above awards, the schools may give due recognition to learners who have brought honor to the school.

 

Section 4. STCFI SPECIAL AWARDS

The school will recognize exemplary graduating students with the following awards. The Department Heads, Registrar, and School Head will conduct a thorough deliberation to determine the deserving awardees.

1. STCFI Service Awards. The STCFI Service Awards recognize graduating students who have made significant contributions to the school community through meaningful service and leadership roles. This includes participation in school activities, leadership in clubs or committees, volunteer work, mentoring, and other community-enhancing efforts.

General Qualifications. To be considered for this award, the student must:

• Be a graduating student in good standing (academic and disciplinary).

• Have rendered at least 30 hours of verified service to the school or its programs.

• Have actively participated in school-based leadership, volunteerism, or student organizations during their stay in STCFI.

• Be endorsed by at least one faculty member or student organization adviser.

Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Rubric (100 points)

• Service Contributions (quantity and impact) – 40%

  • Active involvement in meaningful projects (10 pts)

  • Initiated or led projects with positive school/community impact (15 pts)

  • Quality and depth of contribution (15 pts)

• Reliability and Commitment – 30%

  • Consistently shows up and completes assigned tasks (10 pts)

  •  Demonstrates professionalism and responsibility (10 pts)

  • Long-term commitment (10 pts)

• Peer and Staff Endorsements – 20%

  • Positive feedback from 2 or more peers (5 pts)

  • Positive feedback from at least 1 faculty member (10 pts)

  • Endorsement from adviser or head (5 pts)

• Number of Hours Rendered – 10%

  • 30–39 hours (5 pts)

  • 40–49 hours (8 pts)

  • 50+ hours (10 pts)

Awards:

• Gold: 95–100 points

• Silver: 90–94 points

• Bronze: 85–89 points

2. Outstanding SG Awards. The Outstanding SG Awards recognize graduating students who have shown exceptional leadership, commitment, and performance in their roles within the Student Government. These students have actively contributed to the success of school activities, inspired their peers, and upheld the values of responsible leadership and service.`

General Qualifications. To qualify for this award, the student must:

• Be a graduating student who served in the Student Government (SG) for at least one full academic year.

• Have no record of serious disciplinary infractions.

• Be officially endorsed by the SG adviser and at least one faculty member.

• Have spearheaded, co-led, or significantly contributed to one or more major SG projects or school initiatives.

  Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Rubric (100 points)

• Leadership in SG Projects – 40%

  • Took initiative and led significant school-wide projects/events (15 pts)

  •  Demonstrated proactive problem-solving (15 pts)

  • Inspired and mobilized others effectively (10 pts)

• Execution and Documentation of Initiatives – 25%

  • Projects were successfully implemented (10 pts)

  • Clear, organized documentation and reporting of activities (15 pts)

• Teamwork and Collaboration – 20%

  • Worked well with peers and advisers (10 pts)

  • Actively contributed to a supportive SG environment (10 pts) 

• Feedback from Student Body and Advisors – 15%

  • Positive feedback from fellow SG members (5 pts)

  • Positive evaluation from the adviser and at least one faculty/staff (10 pts)

Awards:

• Gold: 95–100 points

• Silver: 90–94 points

• Bronze: 85–89 points

 

Section 5. Disqualifications of Honors and Awards

A student may be disqualified from receiving honors or awards under the following conditions:

1. Disciplinary Action. A candidate will be disqualified if they have been subjected to intensive disciplinary action due to repeated offenses, including second, third, or fourth sanctions.

2. Incomplete Grades. A candidate will be disqualified if they have an Incomplete (INC) grade in any of their officially enrolled subjects at the time of the award deliberation.

 

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