PED 9 Group 4.P1

ARTICLE XIV EDUCATION,
SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY, ARTS,
CULTURE AND SPORTS
• Article XIV of the 1987 Philippine Constitution,
titled "Education, Science and Technology, Arts,
Culture and Sports," outlines the fundamental
principles and policies governing these crucial
aspects of Philippine society. It emphasizes the
state's commitment to promoting a well-rounded
citizenry through accessible and quality education,
fostering scientific and technological
advancement, preserving and enriching cultural
heritage, and encouraging athletic development.
Key provisions in this section included
*Compulsory Elementary Education

*Free education
*Scholarship Programs
*Non-Formal and Indigenous Learning
*Adult Education
*Study of the Constitution
*Patriotism and Nationalism
*Ethical and Spiritual Values
*Religious Instruction
Article XIV recognizes the crucial
role of science and technology in
national development and
progress. The state prioritizes
research and development,
invention, innovation, and their
utilization, as well as science and
technology education, training,
and services.
Key provisions in this section include:
*Priority to Research and Development

*Science and Technology Education
*Private Participation
*Scholarships and Incentives
*Technology Transfer and Adaptation
*Community Involvement
*Intellectual Property Protection
• Section 1. The State shall
protect and promote the right
of all citizens to quality
education at all levels, and
shall take appropriate steps
to make such education
accessible to all.
This section of the 1987 Philippine
Constitution enshrines the
fundamental right of all Filipino
citizens to quality education at all
levels, and mandates the state to
ensure its accessibility. It
emphasizes the importance of
education as a cornerstone of
individual and societal development,
recognizing its role in empowering
individuals and contributing to
economic growth.
The Right to Quality Education
The provision explicitly states that the state
shall "protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels. This
implies a commitment to providing not just
basic literacy but also a comprehensive
education that equips individuals with the
necessary knowledge, skills, and values to
thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world.
Accessibility for All
•Furthermore, the section emphasizes
the need for the state to take
"appropriate steps to make such
education accessible to all"[1]. This
underscores the principle of inclusivity,
recognizing that access to quality
education should not be limited by
socioeconomic status, geographic
location, or any other factors.
Implementation and Challenges
To fulfill its constitutional mandate, the
Philippine government has enacted various
laws and policies aimed at promoting
universal access to quality education. Notably,
Republic Act No. 10931, also known as the
"Universal Access to Quality Tertiary
Education Act," provides for free tuition and
other school fees in state universities and
colleges, local universities and colleges, and
state-run technical-vocational institutions[4].
This act reflects a significant step towards
realizing the constitutional provision, but
challenges remain.
Section 1 of Article XIV of the 1987 Philippine
Constitution serves as a powerful statement
about the importance of education as a
fundamental human right. It underscores the
state's responsibility to ensure that all citizens
have access to quality education at all levels.
While significant progress has been made,
addressing the challenges outlined above is
crucial to fully realize the vision of a just and
equitable education system that empowers all
Filipinos to reach their full potential.
Section 2. The State shall
1.Establish, maintain, and support a
complete, adequate, and integrated system
of education relevant to the needs of the
people and society
2.Establish and maintain, a system
of free public education in the
elementary and high school levels.
Without limiting the natural rights of
parents to rear their children,
elementary education is
compulsory for all children of
school age
3.Establish and maintain a system of
scholarship grants, student loan programs,
subsidies, and other incentives which shall
be available to deserving students in both
public and private schools, especially to the
under-privileged
4.Encourage non-formal, informal,
and indigenous learning systems,
as well as self- learning,
independent, and out-of-school
study programs particularly those
that respond to community needs;
5. Provide adult citizens, the
disabled, and out-of-school
youth with training in civics,
vocational efficiency, and other
skills.
Section 5. The state shall:
1.The State shall take into account
regional and sectoral needs and
conditions and shall encourage local
planning in the development of
educational policies and programs.
2. Academic freedom shall be enjoyed in all
institutions of higher learning.
3. Every citizen has a right to select a

profession or course of study, subject to fair.
reasonable, and equitable admission and
academic requirements.
4. The State shall enhance the right of
teachers to professional advancement, Non-
teaching academic and non-academic
personnel shall enjoy the protection of the
State.
5. The State shall assign the highest
budgetary priority to education and ensure
that teaching will attract and retain its rightful
share of the best available talents through
adequate remuneration and other means of
job satisfaction and fulfilment.

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ARTICLE XIV EDUCATION,

*Compulsory Elementary Education

*Priority to Research and Development

3. Every citizen has a right to select a

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