Employee Rewards and Recognition

• Rewards and recognition motivate employees and improve their performance
• Rewards may include bonuses, raises, or special privileges
• Recognition can be expressions of appreciation or awards
• Positive work environments and employee satisfaction is increased through rewards and recognition
• Morale is boosted and employees are encouraged to work harder through rewards and recognition

Career Stages Under Domain 4 Strand 4.8

• Learners, personnel, and stakeholders are rewarded for exemplary performance and support
• School reward systems are implemented to recognize and motivate stakeholders for exemplary performance
• School personnel are encouraged to support the implementation of school rewards systems
• Implementation of school rewards systems in the wider community is institutionalized

Key Points About School Head Rewards

• Rewards for school heads should be performance-based
• Incentives can be tangible or intangible
• Rewards can be for individual or team recognition

School Head Reward Examples

• Merit pay based on student data
• Performance-based bonuses
• Stipends for taking on additional responsibilities
• Professional development opportunities such as conferences
• Leadership training programs
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees
• Awards at school-wide events
• Public recognition
• Principal of the Year awards
• Opportunities for promotion
• Leadership roles within the school district

Policies and Guidelines for Rewarding School Heads

• Professional Standards for School Heads (PPSSH) and DepEd PRAISE are examples of policies and guidelines for rewarding and recognizing school heads
• PPSSH defines the professional expectations of a school head
• PPSSH serves as the basis for recruitment, selection, and placement of school heads
• PPSSH guides performance appraisal, rewards, recognition, and talent management
• PPSSH supports school heads in managing their roles and mandates
• DepEd PRAISE is a program with incentives and awards like the Productivity Incentive Bonus
• The PRAISE report is submitted to the CSC Regional Office by January 30th
• The PRAISE report helps employees qualify for national awards that are CSC-sponsored

Awards and Incentives

• Rewards and recognitions should be given so learners, stakeholders and school personnel are properly addressed with achievements, support, and exemplary performances
• Department orders indicate rewards and recognitions for all officials and employees including public and elementary school teachers
• Administrative support personnel are included in central, regional, and division offices and public schools

Department Order No. 9, s. 2002: Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE)

• DEPED PRAISE aims to encourage, recognize, and reward employees individually or in groups
• DEPED PRAISE rewards helpful contributions to efficiency, economy, and government operations
• PRAISE incentives and awards should be based on performance and innovative ideas
• Emphasis must be given to timeliness of award or recognition
• Monetary and non-monetary awards and incentives should be provided

Monetary Award Guidelines

• Employee behavior should be productive, creative, and ethical
• Monetary awards are only granted when suggestions, inventions, accomplishments etc. cause monetary savings
• Monetary savings should not exceed 20% of savings generated

Types of Awards

• National awards exist, and DepEd looks for employees who may be included in the running
• Awards are given by government agencies, private entities and NGOs

Specific National Awards

• The Presidential or Lingkod Bayan Award is conferred on individuals for consistent performance
• The Dengal Bayan Award is granted to public officials or employees who demonstrate exemplary service while observing the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Government Officials and Employees (RA No. 6713)
• The Civil Service Commission Award is conferred on teams demonstrating outstanding teamwork, improving public service delivery, the economy, or working conditions

National Awards for 2024

• 28 individuals and groups received recognition from President Marcos Jr. on September 18, 2024
• The Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award, Outstanding Public Officials and Employees (Dangal ng Bayan) Award, and Civil Service Commission (CSC) Pagasa Award were awarded by President Marcos Jr.

Awardees

• Six awardees received the Lingkod Bayan Award
• Ten awardees were bestowed with the Dangal ng Bayan Award

Dangal ng Bayan Awardees

• School Principal II Daryl B. Arguelles of Bagtason Elementary School, Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division Office of Antique in Bugasong, Antique
• Teacher III Donna Lyn M. Geronimo of Camarines Sur National High School, DepEd Schools Division Office of Naga City in Peñafrancia Avenue, Naga City
• Master Teacher I Dyecebel A. Pangaldin of DepEd-Alternative Learning System, Schools Division Office of Sarangani in Alabel, Sarangani Province

CSC Awardees

• School Principal IV Lordelyn A. Buyo of Carmen National High School, DepEd Schools Division Office of Davao Del Norte in Carmen, Davao Del Norte
• Master Teacher II June Elias V. Patalinghug of Ciriaco Mariano Elementary School, DepEd Schools Division Office of Davao City in Davao City

Department and Regional Level Awards

• Candidates may be screened for eligibility such as a Best Employee Award
• The Best Employee Award is granted to individuals who excelled; includes a cash award and certificate
• The Gantimpala Agad Award is given for courtesy, promptness, efficiency, and dedication
• The Exemplary Behavior Award nominations are based on RA 6713
• The DEPED PRAISE nominate Exemplary Behavior Award awardees to the Dangal ng Bayan Award
• Cost Economy Measure Awards are granted for contributions that save money for the DepEd and government
• Service Awards are conferred on retirees

Division Award

• The search for 2024 Gawad Balisong under the Schools Division of Batangas is an example of awards given under the schools division

Gawad Balisong

• Gawad Balisong is a flagship project under the Rewards and Recognition Program of the School Division of Batangas Province
• Gawad Balisong aims to recognize exemplary performance of teachers, leaders, and non-teaching personnel
• Gawad Balisong gives recognition to schools that made a difference through effective school-based programs
• BALISONG means Batangueño Angat na Lahing Isinasabuhay ang Sinseridad sa Organisasyon nang may Natatanging Galing
• Gawad Balisong is named after the double edged Balisong knife

Types of Incentives

• DepEd awards incentives to motivate employees and improve public service
• Loyalty Incentives are granted to employees serving the agency for at least 10 years
• Loyalty Incentives include cash awards and a loyalty pin
• 10 and 15 years receives Bronze
• 20 and 25 years receive Silver
• 30, 35, and 40 years receive Gold
• Length of Service Incentives are given after three years of continuous service in the same position
• Productivity Incentives are for employees who performed satisfactorily, according to the PES
• Career and Self-Development Incentives recognize individuals completing a course or degree

Department Orders and Recognitions

• DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 13, S. 2024 revises guidelines on vacation service credits
• One hour of beyond regular work hours during school days is equivalent to 1.25 vacation service credits
• One hour of activities conducted during Christmas, summer, weekends, and holidays is equivalent to 1.5 vacation service credits
• One hour of teaching overload is equivalent to 1.25 vacation service credits
• Incumbents with one or more years of service are entitled to no more than 30 days of vacation service
• New hires with fewer than 4 months of service are entitled to no more than 30 days of vacation service
• New hires with late appointments are entitled to no more than 45 days of vacation service
• Teachers reassigned to non-teaching functions earn vacation and sick leave
• Vacation Service Credits require approval by the Schools Division Superintendent (SDS)
• Vacation Service Credits use is limited to absences related to illness and other pay deductions

Other Department Orders and Bonus Info

• DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 11, S. 2023 is on the grant of the anniversary bonus
• Eligible DepEd personnel with at least one year of service are entitled to an anniversary bonus not exceeding P3,000
• Bonuses can be granted no earlier than June 23
• Employees with AWOL, those found guilty of any offense, consultants, contracts of service, and job orders are not covered
• DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 05, S. 2022 outlines performance-based bonus guidelines
• Eligibility Requirements and Accountability Matrix serve as a guide for DepEd offices in achieving accountability
• Performance-Based Bonus eligibility requires the DepEd offices attain and achieve quality performance
• Once DepEd as an agency qualifies for eligibility, deficiencies are isolated based on scenarios and cases
• DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 39, S. 2021 provides guidelines on special hardship allowances
• Special Hardship Allowance increases education accessibility by encouraging personnel to work in challenging locations
• Terms of employment, careers, and conditions, and grant of SHA are clarified

Further Department Orders and Recognitions

• DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 001, S. 2020 gives guidelines for recognition of programs and courses for teachers and leaders
• The National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) requires standards-based professional development programs and courses
• DepEd is committed to teacher and leader growth
• Development programs are made available at all levels
• A framework is used for quality professional development
• Only Recognized programs and courses are implemented in DepEd
• DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 014, S. 2019 implements 5000 net take home pay
• The order provides guidelines for payment contributions and obligations and P5,000 consistent with the General Appropriations Act (GAA)
• Section 52 of the GAA provided authorized deductions, and this is provided as a minimum
• Financial contributions or obligations should not reduce pay below the P5,000 threshold
• Private entities covered by Section 52 get provisions as part of the Automatic Payroll Deduction System (APDS) program
• Deductions of financial obligations due to entities not authorized are prohibited, and personnel are advised to make those arrangements themselves
• All DepEd personnel should pay loans directly to lenders when deductions cannot be implemented through APDS

Additional School Rewards

• Rewards for school heads include bonuses, awards, professional development, leadership training, promotion opportunities, school event acknowledgement, and even travel grants
• Specific rewards are tied to performance evaluation and goal achievement