DepEd Memorandum 030, s. 2024
2024 National Literacy Awards
DepEd Memorandum No. 030, s. 2024, details the guidelines for the 2024 National Literacy Awards (NLA), issued by the Department of Education (DepEd) through the Literacy Coordinating Council (LCC). The NLA aims to recognize outstanding programs by local government units (LGUs) and non-government organizations (NGOs) that significantly contribute to the universalization of literacy in the Philippines. There are two main award categories: Gawad Liyab, for LGUs and NGOs implementing impactful literacy programs, and Gawad MATATAG, for public schools and ALS Community Learning Centers demonstrating exceptional performance in improving learning outcomes. The memorandum outlines the participation procedures, funding arrangements, and includes enclosures for reference. All concerned entities are encouraged to participate actively, with expenses for field-level activities covered by local funds and awarding ceremony expenses charged to LCC funds.
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4. Participation and Procedures
7. Full Copy of DepEd Memorandum No. 030, s. 2024
JUN 18 2024
DepEd MEMORANDUM
No. 030, s. 2024
2024 NATIONAL LITERACY AWARDS
To: Undersecretaries
Assistant Secretaries
Bureau and Service Directors
Regional Directors
Schools Division Superintendents
Public Elementary and Secondary School Heads
All Others Concerned
1. The Department of Education (DepEd), through the Literacy Coordinating Council (LCC), issues the enclosed National Literacy Awards (NLA) Guidelines, which provide guidance to all DepEd Central and field offices and other concerned agencies and organizations in recognizing outstanding programs that significantly contribute to the universalization of literacy in the Philippines.
2. In accordance with the provisions of Republic Act (RA) No. 7165[1], as amended by RA 10122[2], the LCC conducts the NLA biennially to recognize local government units (LGUs) and nongovernment organizations (NGOs) for their dedication, commitment, and contribution to eradicating illiteracy in their respective communities through the implementation of exemplary community-based literacy programs and interventions. As stipulated under Presidential Proclamation No. 239, s. 1993[3] , these literacy champions are deserving of recognition for dedicating their life's work to reaching out to illiterate individuals and communities. The NLA aims to inspire and encourage further efforts to promote the universalization of literacy in the country.
3. The NLA shall have two major categories namely, (a) Gawad Liyab, and (b) Gawad MATATAG.
a. Gawad Liyab shall be awarded to outstanding LGUs and NGOs. This award shall be given to LGUs and NGOs that have implemented literacy policies, programs, and projects that have created positive and remarkable impact on the quality of life of their respective localities and communities. Liyab or blaze, as depicted in the LCC logo, symbolizes the fervent pursuit of the Council to achieve its goal of universalizing literacy in the country with the support of stakeholders and partners, which is a fitting title for this award.
b. Gawad MATATAG shall accord distinguished honors to outstanding public schools and Alternative Learning System (ALS) Community Learning Centers (CLCs). This award shall be given to recognize the outs tan ding efforts and exceptional performance of schools and CLCs in the improvement of learning outcomes and implementation of the National Learning Recovery Program (NLRP), including the National Learning Camp (NLC), Catch-Up Fridays, and other relevant commitments of DepEd, including financial literacy, health, values, and peace education. Qualified candidates for this category shall be notified by the LCC Secretariat.
4. All concerned agencies, organizations, and offices are enjoined to actively participate in the LCC's National Literacy Awards following the established procedures, requirements, and timelines.
5. All expenses incurred relative to the conduct of the NLA activities at the field level shall be charged to local funds while expenses during the awarding ceremony such as food and venue, board and lodging, certificates, cash prize, and other incidental expenses shall be charged to LCC funds, subject to existing accounting and auditing rules and regulations. For the expenses relative to the conduct of activities at DepEd field offices specifically for the Gawad Liyab Category of the NLA, apart from local funding sources, the LCC shall download program support funds to the regional offices (ROs), subject to availability of funds. This will be covered by a separate policy.
6. The following documents are enclosed for reference:
a. Enclosure No. 1 - National Literacy Awards Guidelines for Gawad Liyab,
b. Enclosure No. 2 - 2024 Timetable of Activities, and
c. Enclosure No. 3 - NLA Documentation Report Form.
7. For more information, please contact the Literacy Coordinating Council Secretariat, 2nd floor, Bonifacio Building, Department of Education Central Office, DepEd Complex, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City through email at lcc@deped.gov.ph or at the telephone number (02) 8631-0590.
8. Immediate dissemination of this Memorandum is desired.
By Authority of the Secretary:
(SGD) GINA O. GONONG
Undersecretary
Encls.:
As stated
References:
DepEd Memorandum No. 051, s. 2023
To be indicated in the Perpetual Index
under the following subjects:
AWARDS
BUREAUS AND OFFICES
CELEBRATIONS AND FESTIVALS
CONFERENCES
OFFICIALS
PROGRAMS
RULES AND REGULATIONS
SCHOOLS
SEARCH
Footnotes:
[1] An Act Creating the Literacy Coordinating Council, Defining Its Powers and Functions, Appropriating Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes
[2] An Act Strengthening the Literacy Coordinating Council by Amending Republic Act No. 7165
[3] Declaring the Period from September 2 to 8 of Every Year as Literacy Week
Full copy of DepEd Memorandum No. 030, s. 2024 below:
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