Subject Areas and the Focus Learning Outcomes

1. The Knowledge Subjects

   The Knowledge Subjects correspond to the four realities: Science for the natural world; Social Studies (Araling Panlipunan) for man in society; and Religion (Christian Living Education) for man’s relationship with God. These subjects are primarily intended to teach the realities in a professional, formal and structural way so that he may know and understand himself, his environment, and his relationships.

   1. Christian Living Education – CLE

      • Develop a mature Christian faith which is grounded on the integration of the three dimensions of the faith – doctrine, moral and worship as they are reflected in the Sacred Scriptures, Sacred Traditions and the daily human experiences of the students.
      • Create a climate where each one can experience a harmonious relationship modeled after the love and communion of the Almighty Father, Son and Holy Spirit so that mutual respect may become the fundamental basis of one’s moral decision to be maka-Diyos, maka-tao at maka-kalikasan.
      
      

   2. Science & Health

      • Acquire basic concepts, skills and attitudes that will enable him to become scientifically literate, concerned about his environment, self-reliant and productive; thus, making him an active citizen in nation-building.
      • Realize that Science contributes to enhancing God’s creations by providing the student with the tools he needs for a systematic understanding of his natural environment and the ability to use them for man’s benefit.
      
      

   3. Araling Panlipunan (Social Studies)

      • Maipahayag ang tunay na kahulugan ng pagpapahalaga sa sariling katauhan at ang karapatan at dignidad bilang tao.
      • Maragdagan ang kaalaman tungkol sa kasaysayan ng Pilipinas at ng mundo upang malinang ang aspetong moral, sosyal at cultural na kinakailangan sa pagbuo ng katauhan at kamalayang sosyal.
      
      
   
   

2. The Skills Subjects

   While the Knowledge Subjects deal with realities to develop wisdom, the Skills Subjects are needed to teach learning skills. These subjects provide the basics or the foundation which gradually develop with their refinements. Skills subjects are needed to acquire professional competence to prepare the student for college or post high school work.

   1. Communication Arts – English/Language and Reading

      • Develop proficiency in the five macro skills of communication – listening, speaking, reading, writing, and viewing - thereby, enhancing his capability for effective and creative self-expression which also help promote national and international understanding and unity.
      • Demonstrate creative and critical thinking and literary skills essential in analyzing literary pieces and in the process, manifest appreciation of human motivations and develop a sensibility to beauty using the medium of language.
      
      

   2. Communication Arts -Filipino

      • Maipakita ang malalim na pag-unawa, pagpapahalaga at wastong paggamit ng Wikang Pambansa at ng mga kasanayang pampanitikan para sa pagtataguyod ng makabansang pagkakaisa at pagkakakilanlan.
      • Mahasa ang kakayahan sa makabuluhang pakikipagtalastasan at mapaunlad ang pagiging malikhain sa pagpapahayag ng sarili sa pamamagitan ng paggamit, pagsasalita at pagsulat ng mga Gawain sa Filipino.
      
      

   3. Mathematics

      • Develop numerical literacy and skills for analytical and logical thinking and abstraction which he can apply to daily life situations.
      • Manifest ability to use with facility and precision basic mathematical ideas, symbols, and notations.
      
      
   
   

3. The Enabling Subjects

   These are the special cluster of subjects which enable or empower the learner to absorb and learn the other subjects which he may not readily grasp in the classroom. Enabling subjects aim for greater sensitivity to beauty and better enhancement of the artistic sensibilities which are inherent in man.

   1. Vocational Education (EPP/TLE/Computer)

      • Develop knowledge, skills and desirable attitudes and values to carry out activities that yield useful material goods or services for improving personal, family and community life.
      • Acquire knowledge and skills to cope with the modern trends of technology and communication in today’s age of computer.
      
      

   2. Physical Education/Sports

      • Acquire knowledge and skills necessary for attaining and maintaining physical fitness thereby enabling him to use his higher faculties more efficiently.
      • Demonstrate a proper sense of justice, fair play and respect for others.
      
      

   3. Arts and Music

      • Develop the aesthetic sensitivity needed to understand and appreciate music and other forms of art of different times, peoples and places.
      • Discover a meaningful outlet for creativity and service through music and art activities.
      
      THE BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM (Kto12 Program)
      

      LEVELS	SUBJECTS
      PK	CLE/EsP Reading Language Filipino Math MAPE
      Kindergarten	CLE/EsP Reading Language Filipino Math MAPEH
      Grade 1 & 2	CLE/EsP Integrated Language Arts English Filipino Mother Tongue (Note : Science concepts are integrated in ILA) Mathematics Araling Panlipunan MAPEH/Computer
      Grade 3	CLE/EsP Integrated Language Arts English Filipino Mother Tongue Mathematics Araling Panlipunan Science MAPEH/Computer
      Grades 4,5 & 6	CLE/EsP English Filipino Science Mathematics Araling Panlipunan MAPEH EPP/Computer
      Junior High School (Grades 7-10)	CLE/EsP Filipino English Mathematics Science Araling Panlipunan TLE/Computer MAPEH
      Senior High School (Grades 11-12)	8 Learning Areas in the Core Curriculum (15 core subjects) Language Humanities Communication Mathematics Philosophy Science Social Science P.E & Health Plus 16 Subjects in the chosen Tracks (7 applied; 9 specialized)