28/07/2026
SAFE, RESPECTFUL, AND MOTIVATING: Salvacion Elementary School Intensifies Implementation of DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026
SALVACION, PANABO CITY – Salvacion Elementary School has strengthened its commitment to promoting a safe, respectful, and motivating learning environment through the strict implementation of DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026, or the Guidelines on Ensuring a Safe and Motivating Learning Environment (ESMLE).
Under the leadership of Principal II Christy M. Pantonial, the school conducted a comprehensive orientation on the salient provisions of the policy during the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) General Assembly.
Parents and guardians were informed of their vital role in fostering positive learner behavior and in supporting the school's efforts to maintain a safe, inclusive, and child-friendly learning environment.
To further reinforce awareness among learners, Principal Pantonial also personally oriented the Grade 4 to Grade 6 pupils on the provisions of DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026.
During the orientation, she emphasized the importance of respect, discipline, responsible use of technology, positive behavior, and adherence to school rules.
She also explained the different learner offenses and corresponding disciplinary measures outlined in the policy, highlighting that the Order promotes restorative discipline while safeguarding the rights and welfare of every learner.
The activity reflects Salvacion Elementary School's unwavering commitment to ensuring that every learner enjoys a secure, inclusive, and motivating school environment where respect, accountability, and responsible citizenship are practiced every day.
DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026 is titled:
"Guidelines on Ensuring a Safe and Motivating Learning Environment (ESMLE)".
The Order establishes policies and standards to ensure that all learners are provided with a safe, inclusive, respectful, and motivating learning environment in all public schools.
Private schools, State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs), and Philippine Schools Overseas (PSOs) are also encouraged to adopt these guidelines.
Key Highlights
• Protection of learner rights by preventing bullying, violence, discrimination, abuse, and other forms of harm.
• Positive discipline is emphasized. Corporal punishment, degrading treatment, and public humiliation of learners are strictly prohibited.
• Safe school environment through strengthened school safety, child protection, and emergency preparedness measures.
• Regulation of cellphone and portable electronic device use in schools, subject to the guidelines provided in the Order.
• Roles and responsibilities of school heads, teachers, learners, parents, and other stakeholders are clearly defined to promote learner welfare.
• Reporting and response mechanisms are established for learner rights and protection concerns.
• Monitoring and compliance are required to ensure faithful implementation in schools.
Under DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026 (Guidelines on Ensuring a Safe and Motivating Learning Environment – ESMLE), learner offenses are classified into three levels based on the gravity of the act.
The disciplinary measures emphasize restorative discipline, due process, and learner formation, rather than purely punitive sanctions.
Level of Offense Examples of Offenses Disciplinary Action
First-Level (Minor) Offenses
• Use of profane or offensive language
• Classroom disruption
• Sharing fake news or misinformation that causes confusion
• Minor pranks
• Other minor acts that disrupt learning
1st Offense: Written reprimand and written notice to parents.
2nd Offense: Written reprimand and parent/guardian summoned through a Call Slip.
3rd Offense: Suspension of not more than 5 school days with appropriate alternative learning modalities.
Second-Level (Serious) Offenses
• Stalking
• Assault causing slight physical injury
• Theft or stealing
• Intimidation or threats
• Catcalling, sexist, homophobic, or transphobic slurs
• Persistent unwanted sexual comments or gestures
1st Offense: Suspension for 5 school days, parent conference/summon, and referral to the appropriate learner support services (e.g., Guidance or Social Welfare).
2nd Offense: Non-readmission for the succeeding school year, subject to due process.
Third-Level (Grave) Offenses
• Possession or use of illegal drugs
• Possession of fi****ms or deadly weapons
• Sexual assault or grave sexual harassment
• Bomb threats or bomb jokes
• Acts causing serious physical injury
• Other grave acts endangering school safety
These require formal investigation and due process.
Possible sanctions include
exclusion or non-readmission,
referral to appropriate authorities, and,
when applicable, criminal or civil proceedings under existing laws.
“WALANG LUGAR ANG KARAHASAN, PANANAKOT AT KAWALANG DISIPLINA SA PAARALAN.”
✍️ Sharon Rose
Shang Sambayon Amomas