Rationale

DepEd Order 34, s. 2022 requires all schools to implement 5-day, in-person classes beginning November 2022. It primarily aims to expedite the recovery and remediation to bridge the learning gaps brought about by the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Moreover, Don Bosco Tarlac shall adopt DO 39, s.2022, “Health and Safety Protocols in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic” which stipulates precautionary measures that ensure the safety, security, and health of learners, teachers, and school staff. These supplemental measures are founded on sound infection prevention practices and on mutual trust between the Don Bosco Tarlac and its Educative Pastoral Community. Read DO 39 s. 2022 here.

General Policies

1. Strict implementation of the no-entry policy for anyone with COVID-19 symptoms.

2. Requirement of Personal Protective Equipment per Bosconian/LaMP:

   • Face Mask

   • Alcohol Spray

   • Tissue Roll/Tissue Paper

   • Plastic for sanitary trash

3. Reiteration of clean-as-you-go and zero-waste policy.

Infection Prevention, Sanitation & Disinfection

1. DB Tarlac is still implementing a comprehensive health declaration and contact tracing system using StaySafePH.

2. The campus is sanitized and disinfected routinely following the standards set in the SSAT of the DepEd. Industry-grade misting and fogging solutions are used.

3. All air-conditioned classrooms, laboratories, offices, and workshops are equipped with Air Purifiers with HEPA filters.

4. 99% percent of our personnel are vaccinated against COVID-19 with the majority having multiple booster shots. The unvaccinated personnel is closely monitored and is routinely tested for COVID-19.

5. Additional handwashing facilities are available at both entrances of the school campus.

6. Industry-grade hand sanitizers are available along the corridors.

On Entering & Exiting the Campus and Security

1. No ID, No entry.

   • Upon entering the campus, the StaySafePH QR code of the Bosconians and LaMPs are scanned through dedicated devices at the entry points of the campus: Main Gate & Gymnasium Gate. It is the responsibility of the Bosconians and LaMPs to regularly and honestly update their self-check in the StaySafePH App.

   • Visitors register, declaring their purpose and health condition, with the guard on duty and wearing the proper visitor pass. Visitors must observe the decorum and attire proper of an educational institution:

     • Visitors wearing shorts, sando, sleeveless top, and revealing clothing will be prevented from engaging in any business within the school premises.

2. Bosconians scheduled for assembly will fall in line at the gym in their designated areas. Those who are not scheduled for assembly will fall in line outside their classroom and will wait for their respective teachers before entering their classroom.

Traffic

1. Download the traffic scheme here.

2. All vehicles must park at the designated parking lot in front of the Barangay Hall of Santo Cristo. Parking at the Open Courts near Main Gate is strictly prohibited.

3. Access to the Main Gate and Auxilliary Gate (in front of MHC Chapel) will strictly be for drop-off / hop-in only.

4. Please follow school signage for guidance.

Break, Snacks, and Meals

1. Each Bosconian should bring his/her snacks and meals. Preordered meals will be available through the school canteen.

2. They take their meals and snacks to designated areas. No one stays in the classroom.

3. Break periods are strategized to maintain physical distancing.

Assembly and Mobilization

1. Bosconians shall assemble in prescribed line formation per class during:

   • Gymnasium assemblies; and,

   • along the corridors before the homeroom period.

2. Mobilization to the chapel, gym, library, etc. shall be facilitated by advisers or subject teachers in order and in silence, with class officers assisting.

In the Classrooms and Work Stations

1. Air purifiers with HEPA filters will be turned on 15 minutes before the entry of Bosconians into the classroom each day.

2. Bosconians sanitize their hands, and desks at the beginning of each class period. Teachers will make this part of their routine.

3. Bosconians are to stay in their places at all times. If one needs to go to the restroom, one asks permission by raising a hand.

4. Bosconians and Lay Mission Partners are to keep their masks on at all times. In instances when face masks are lost, damaged, or broken, Bosconians may request a replacement from class advisers or at the clinic.

Library

1. The maximum capacity for the library is set at 45 persons at a time.

2. Bosconians should log in with their name and section upon entry to the library.

3. They are to stay in designated spaces to maintain physical distancing.

Effectivity

All other existing policies contrary to these updates are repealed.