DEPED ORDER NO. 42 S.

2007

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The Revised Guidelines on
Selection, Promotion and
Designation of School Heads

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I. Leadership Framework
• There shall be a school head for all public
elementary and secondary schools or a cluster
thereof, pursuant to Section 6.1, Rule VI of the
Implementing Rules and Regulations of
Republic Act No. 9155 (Governance of basic
Education Act of 2001). A school head is a
person responsible for the administrative and
instructional supervision of the school or
cluster of schools. As such, a school head is
expected to possess the following leadership
dimensions:

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I. Leadership Framework

1. Educational Leadership is the ability to

craft and pursue a shared school vision
and mission, as well as develop and
implement curriculum policies, programs
and projects.

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I. Leadership Framework
2. People Leadership is the ability to work
and develop effective relationships with
stakeholders and exert a positive influence
upon people.
3. Strategic Leadership is the ability to
explore complex issues from a global
perspective, manage an educational
enterprise and maximize the use of
resources.

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II. Basic Policies
In addition to those stated in Merit Selection
Plan (MSP), the following basic policies
shall be adopted.
1. Applicants to Principal I must pass a
qualifying test. He/she must have an
experience of at least five (5) years in
aggregate as Head Teacher, teacher-In-
Charge, Master Teacher and Teacher III.

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 II. Basic Policies
1.1 The test shall evaluate the applicants in terms of the
three (3) leadership dimensions to measure executive
and managerial competence. It may consist of paper
and pencil, simulation and other modes.
1.2 The test shall be developed by the National educator’s
Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) in coordination with
the National Education testing and research Center
(NETRC).
1.3 The Regional Office shall simultaneously administer
the test once a year in designated venues.

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 II. Basic Policies

2. The appointment of a school principal

shall be non-station specific.
3. Any vacancy for Principal position shall
be open to all qualified candidates from
within and outside the division where the
vacancies exist.

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II. Basic Policies
4. The schools Division Superintendent
shall designate Teachers-In-Charge in
schools without Principal items.
To become a Teacher-In-Charge, one
must have at least three (3) years
teaching experience and undergo a
screening process to be conducted by
the Division Office

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II. Basic Policies
5. Assignment of Head Teachers shall be
one per subject area with priority on the
core subject areas, namely:
- English
- Math
- Science
- Filipino
- Araling Panlipunan

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III. Computation of Points

• Specific points are assigned for each

criterion in the ranking for Head
Teacher/Principal.

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 III. Computation of Points
Criteria Maximum No. of Points
Performance Rating 30
Experience 10
Outstanding Accomplishments 30
Education and Training 20
Potential 5
Psychosocial Attributes and 5
Personality Traits ---------------
TOTAL 100

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 III. Computation of Points
A. Performance Rating (30 points)
The performance rating of the appointee
for the last three (3) rating periods prior
to screening should be at least Very
Satisfactory. The average of the
numerical ratings shall be given points as
follows:

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III. Computation of Points

Numerical Rating Points

9.4 - 10 30
8.7 - 9.3 25
8.0 - 8.6 20
7.3 – 7.9 15
6.6 – 7.2 10

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III. Computation of Points
B. Experience (10 points)
Experience must be relevant to the
duties and functions of the position to be
filled, every year given a point but not to
exceed the (10) points. Every month of
service in excess of one year shall be
given corresponding point.

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 III. Computation of Points

Example:
1 yr. & 5 mos. 1 5/12 = 1.4 points
5 yrs. & 11 mos. 5 11/12 = 5.9 points

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 III. Computation of Points
C. Outstanding Accomplishments (30 points)
a. Outstanding Employee Award (5 points)
Awardee in the school 1 pt
Nomination in the division/awardee in the district 2 pts.
Nomination in the region/awardee in the division 3 pts
Nomination in the department/awardee in the 4 pts.
region
National awardee 5 pts.

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 III. Computation of Points
b. Innovations (5 points)
Innovative work plan properly documented,
approved by immediate chief and attested by
authorized regional/division official:
1. Conceptualized 1 pt.
2. Started the Implementation 2 pts.
3. Fully Implemented in the school 3 pts.
4. Adopted in the district 4 pts.
5. Adopted in the division 5 pts.

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 III. Computation of Points
c. Research and Development Projects (10 points)

Action research conducted in the 6 pts.

school level
Action research conducted in the 8 pts.
district level
Action research conducted in the 10 pts.
division level

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 III. Computation of Points
d. Publication/Authorship (5 points)

Articles published in a 2 pts.

journal/newspaper/magazine of wide circulation
(per article but not to exceed 4 pts.)
Co-authorship of a book 4 pts.
(shall be divided by the number of authors)
Sole authorship of a book 5 pts.

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 III. Computation of Points
e. Consultant/Resource Speaker in
Trainings/Seminars/Workshops/Symposia (5 points)

District level 1 pt.

Division level 2 pts.
Regional level 3 pts.
National level 4 pts.
International level 5 pts.

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 III. Computation of Points
A. Education and Training (20 points)
a. Education (10 pts)

Complete Academic Requirements for 6 pt.

Master’s Degree
Master’s Degree 7 pts.
Complete Academic Requirements for 9 pts.
Doctoral Degree
Doctoral Degree 10 pts.

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III. Computation of Points
b. Training (10 points)
Participant in a specialized training
e.g. Scholarship Programs, Short
Courses, Study Grants shall be given
one (1) point for every month of
attendance but not to exceed ten (10)
points.

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III. Computation of Points
Participant in three (3) or more training
activities in each level conducted at
least three (3) days not credited during
the last promotions:

District level 2 pts.

Division level 4 pts.
Regional level 6 pts.

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III. Computation of Points
Participant in one (1) training conducted for
at least three (3) days not credited during
the last promotions:
National Level 8 pts.
International Level 10 pts.

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III. Computation of Points
Chair/Co-chair in a technical/planning
committee
District level 2 pts.
Division level 4 pts.
Regional level 6 pts.
National Level 8 pts.
International Level 10 pts.

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III. Computation of Points

E. Potential (5 points)
This refers to the capacity and ability
of a candidate to assume the duties of the
position to be filled up and those of higher
level.

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 III. Computation of Points

The Personnel Selection Board/Committee

(PSB/C) shall determine the potentials of
the candidate based on each of the
following components:

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III. Computation of Points
1.Communication Skills 1 pt.
Speaks and writes effectively in Filipino and English.

2. Ability to Present Ideas 1 pt.

Presents well-organized and precise ideas with
marked command of the language used.
3. Alertness 1 pt.
Manifests presence of mind and awareness of the
environment.
4. Judgment 1 pt.
Demonstrates sound judgment.
5. Leadership Ability 1 pt.
Influences others to do the tasks for him.

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 III. Computation of Points

F. Psychosocial Attribute and Personality Traits (5

points)
This factor includes human relations, stress tolerance and
decisiveness, which would indicate the capability of the candidate
to be assets to the entire service system and utilize his/her talents
and expertise to the maximum.

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 III. Computation of Points
a. Human Relations (2 pts.)
1. Adjusts to the variety of personalities, ranks 0.4 pt
and informal groups present in the organization
2. Internalizes work changes with ease and vigor 0.4 pt
3. Accepts constructive criticisms objectively 0.4 pt
whether from his subordinates, peers or superiors
4. Observes proper decorum in relating with 0.4 pt
superiors and peers
5. Takes the initiative to organize work groups, 0.4 pt
adopt procedures and standards in his own level

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 III. Computation of Points
b. Decisiveness (2 pts.)
1. Thinks logically and acts accordingly 0.4 pt
2. Considers alternatives and recommends 0.4 pt
solutions when faced with problem situations
3. Gives convincing recommendations and 0.4 pt
suggestions
4. Acts quickly and makes best decision 0.4 pt
possible
5. Exercises flexibility 0.4 pt

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 III. Computation of Points
c. Stress Tolerance (1 pt.)
1. Exercises high degree of tolerance for tension 0.2 pt
resulting from increasing volume of work,
organizational change, environmental conflicts, etc.
2. Uses coping mechanisms to handle creatively 0.2 pt
tensions resulting from one’s work.
3. Controls negative manifestations of emotions. 0.2 pt
4. Performs satisfactorily his duties and functions in a 0.2 pt
tension-laden situation.
5. Channels negative emotions to positive and 0.2 pt
constructive endeavors.

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IV. Repealing Clause

• All rules, regulations and issuances,

which are inconsistent with these
guidelines are hereby repealed or
modified accordingly.

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V. Sanctions

• Anyone found guilty of violating the

provisions of these revised guidelines or
parts thereof shall be dealt accordingly.

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VI. Effectivity

• The provisions of this Order shall

take effect immediately.

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Thank You!

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