Camarines Sur National High School

History

Some of the Thomasites in the Philippines came to Ambos, Camarines to teach the children of Bicol in 1901. After an act was passed to establish a national high school system, one of the primary school buildings in Naga City was converted into a provincial high school on July 15, 1902. The principal was Mr. Frank L. Crone and Ms. Minerva Udell was assistant principal. The staff consisted of 4 American teachers. Initially only 70 students, all around 14 years old, were enrolled in the new high school but before the first term ended, there were 200 pupils. After a few weeks, the school moved to another building, in Mabini Street. In 1915, the school changed premises again, moving to its current location along Peñafrancia Avenue, a venue specially provided by the provincial government.

The school closed down during the Japanese Occupation in 1943. The Japanese used its main building as a garrison until the Liberation. The school re-opened in 1945. Though the main building was decrepit, it was still used for classes until it was condemned in 1949.

Over the years, new buildings were added. An alumni association was founded in 1951. On June 19, 1969 the school was given the status of national high school under Republic Act 5529. It is now the largest school in the Bicol Region, with more than 5,000 students.


Brief History

Camarines Sur National High School started with just 70 students and 4 American mentors that constantly increased as weeks passed. On 1950, with the effort of the sitting City Mayor Leon SA. Aureus, the initiation of the Camarines Sur National High School Alumni Association was realized and started to help the school in its goals through its visions.
On January 21, 1901, the Philippine Commission under the American Rule enacted Act no. 74, creating the Department of Instruction in the Philippine Territory.
In the later part of the same year, some members of the American teachers known as Thomasites arrived in Ambos Camarines to educate the Bikolano settlers.
On March 7, 1902 the Philippine Commission passed Act no. 373, establishing a secondary school system, partly funded by provincial government.
On July 15, 1902 a provincial high school was opened in one of the primary school buildings in the municipality of Nueva Caceres (now Naga City), the provincial capital of Ambos Camarines. The school was headed by Mr. Frank L. Crone, principal and Ms. Minerva Udell, assistant. The institution started with 70 students and four American mentors. The enrollees age recruitment was 14 years old. The attendance increased steadily and by the end of the first term there were 200 students. Within a few weeks the school was transferred to a renovated building rented by the provincial government somewhere in Mabini Street.
In 1915, the school known as Camarines Sur National High School was transferred to Gainza Street, now Peñafrancia Avenue, its present location. The site was donated by the provincial government for educational purposes.
From 1943 to 1945, during the Japanese occupation, the school was temporarily closed. Its main building served as a garrison for Japanese soldiers under a certain Colonel Isabashi.
In 1945, after American Liberation, the school was re-opened. The main building, though dilapidated, was used for classroom instruction until it was declared unsafe for occupancy in 1949.
In 1950, former City Mayor Leon SA. Aureus initiated the organization of Camarines Sur National High School Alumni Association.
In 1951, former Provincial Governor Juan F. Triviño and Batch 1933, raised funds for the construction of additional school buildings and the school continued to operate through provincial government funds and students' fees.
In 1968, in response to the needs of working students, night class was opened until 1933.
On June 29, 1969 former President Ferdinand E. Marcos approved Republic Act 5529, converting the institution into a national high school known as Camarines Sur National High School. This was realized through the efforts of Mr. Pedro O. Bornas, the school principal from 1961 to 1977, former Congressman Ramon H. Felipe, Ms Pura Luisa V. Magtuto, and Estella D. Anciano, former President and Liaison Officer of the Faculty Club respectively.
In 1971, the school established the Camarines Sur Community College offering two-year post secondary education.
From 1977 to 1992, Mrs. Pura Luisa V. Magtuto served as principal. During her term, more school buildings and facilities were constructed including the Student Pavilion in 1978.
In 1985, Balik Adal Project, a special community outreach program, was launched jointly with the Naga City Government and the Panlunsod na Katipunan ng mga Barangay sa Naga.
In 1991, the Engineering Science Education program was launched under an enriched curriculum in English, Science and Technology and Mathematics.
In 1992, Mrs. Rosa B. Perez succeeded as principal for a short term due to compulsory retirement.
From 1994 to 2002 under the leadership of Mrs. Elizabeth B. Palo, Ed. D., additional buildings were built including the Andaya Building in 1988 and Roco Building in 2001.
From 1999 to 2000, the Special Education Program and Special Program in the Arts were opened.
In 2001, the school represented Luzon in Project Sterling Silver, a peer accreditation for public secondary schools, sponsored by the Department of Education and University of Asia and the Pacific. The Camarines Sur National High School was accredited Level 1 in year 2003, and qualified to apply for Level 2 accreditation.
On December 15, 2002, the school successfully celebrated its Centennial Foundation Anniversary. Its historical record was rectified, changing its foundation date from 1904 to July 15, 1902 based from the research conducted by the team composed of Mrs. Salve C. Lapuz, Ms Yolanda S. Castor and Mr. Jarme D. Taumatorgo.
On November 2002, Education Supervisor II Nely San Buenaventura Abad assumed post as acting principal IV. In her term, night classes were re-opened and new programs were offered: namely, Dep. Ed. Special Program in Sports and Family Farm School Curriculum.
With the support from the Faculty and Employees Association Inc., Alumni Association, Parents' Teacher Association and other private government agencies, Camarines Sur National High School is continuously responding to the demands for quality education and global competitiveness through competent teachers and a conducive learning environment.

CORE VALUES

EXCELLENCE
--Aiming for the best in all academic, socio-cultural and spiritual aspects of life.


RESPECT
--Manifestation of all moral values such as love of God, country, environment and mankind.


LIFE LONG LEARNING
--Acquisition of necessary knowledge, skills and values needed for life and global competitiveness.


**TRUST**

1. Provide a safe, clean and orderly environment

2. Establish a strong home-school link

3. Adopt a challenging academic curriculum and relevant curricular activities

4. Set higher expectations and motivations for students

5. Enrich the school program by infusing school projects such as:

• School-based Staff Development
• Nationalism
• Life in the Spirit Program
• Sports and Cultural Program
• HER DEAR and MLAC Project
• Livelihood Projects and Food Production
• Clean and Green
• School in the Garden (SIGA)
• War on Waste (WOW)
• National Drugs Education Program (NDEP)
• Computer-Aided Instructions and Internet
• Parent Education Assistance for Reinforce Learning (PEARL)
• Revive the use of varied Instructional Materials
• Better Utilization of Instructional Devices (BUILD)
• Daily Instructional Plan Preparation for Effective Results (DIPPER)
• Livelihood Instructional Projects for Future Entrepreneur (LIFE)
• Youth Educators and Advocates for Health (YEAH)
• School First Initiative/Child-Friendly School


ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

PRINCIPAL
The Principal is the head of the school. He/she provides leadership in the information and implementation of policies, plans, programs and projects to carry out the objectives of secondary education in response to the needs of the community, with other related functions.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
The administrative officer direct and systematizes the administrative service such as implementation of administrative policies, coordination of budget preparation, personnel administrative policies, general services and other related work.

DEPARTMENT HEADS
The Department head of every subject area supervises and coordinates the academic and related activities.

COMMITTEE ON DICIPLINE
The Committee is task to implement the provisions of the Code of Conduct. It has the authority to conduct classroom inspection, body search, confiscate prohibited materials, weapons, hear and decide cases filed or indorse by any student, faculty member or guidance personnel.

The regulations and decisions made by the committee are subject for review and approval of the principal. It shall convene at the end of the school year to deliberate and decide on those students to be denied, accepted or conditionally admitted for the following school year, subject to the Principal's approval.

GUIDANCE PERSONNEL
The Guidance Personnel help each student to understand oneself and modify ones ways. Guidance services such as individual inventory service, testing, information service , counseling, follow up are provided to ensure improvement of students' performance, monitoring, research and evaluation.

LIBRARIAN
The school librarian is responsible for the acquisition and maintenance of necessary library facilities and services for the faculty and students.

FACULTY

Homeroom Adviser
The homeroom adviser aside from his/her assigned teaching loads is responsible for the management of a class. He/she takes care of the preparation of the student's permanent records, and monitors the activities, performance and attitude of his/her advisory class.

Subject Teacher
A Subject Teacher does not have an advisory class but rather teaches his/her subject area and performs other assigned functions.

Year Level Coordinator
The Year Level Coordinators is in-charge of coordinating and supervising the activities of the Year-Level. He/she represents the respective year level-teachers to the principal.

Club Advisers
The club adviser facilities the planning, implementations and evaluation of the activities and projects of each school club/organizations.

Supreme Student Government Adviser and Club coordinator
SSG adviser and club coordinator supervises the activities and projects of the student government & other school clubs. He/she represents the club advisers to the principal.

ADMINISTRATIVE AID:

REGISTRAR
The Registrar is in charge of the filing, safekeeping and issuance of the student's school records. Because of its confidentiality, record shall not be released to anyone except the owner, or his/her duly authorized representative.

MEDICAL AND DENTAL STAFF
The medical and dental staffs are in charge of providing immediate medical and dental attention on emergency cases and in monitors the health condition of teachers, personnel, and students.

ACCOUNTANT
The Accountant is in charge of keeping accounting records, implementing accounting and auditing rules and regulations and preparing financial reports and other documents on financial matters and other related books.

CASHIER
The Cashier is responsible for the maintenance of official cash, books, release of checks, payments of salaries and wages and other disbursements.

SUPPLY OFFICER
The supply officer is the custodian of school properties and other appurtenances.

SPECIAL COLLECTING OFFICER
The special Collecting Officer maintain official cashbooks. Receive payments other obligations, deposits collections, prepare report of collections and deposits, report disbursements, and other related works.

OTHER CLERICAL STAFF
Clerical Personnel are assigned in the different offices as support staff to assist in efficient performance of varied tasks.

GENERAL SERVICES
They maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of school campus.

SECURITY PERSONNEL
The Security Personnel maintain the peace and order in school.