Sunday, February 22, 2026

40 sample questions for a Principal Qualifying Examination (PQE) or school head promotion screening in the Philippines

40 sample questions for a Principal Qualifying Examination (PQE) or school head promotion screening in the Philippines. These focus on leadership, management, curriculum, law, finance, and ethics — aligned with standards of the Department of Education

Leadership & School Governance

What are the core responsibilities of a school principal?
How does a principal implement School-Based Management (SBM)?
What leadership style is most effective in a public school setting and why?
How do you create a shared vision for your school?
How will you handle resistance to change among teachers?
How do you align school goals with DepEd’s strategic objectives?
What is instructional leadership?
How do you promote a positive school culture?
How do you ensure transparency in decision-making?
What is your strategy for continuous school improvement?

Planning & School Improvement

What is a School Improvement Plan (SIP)?
How do you use data to improve student performance?
What are the components of an Annual Implementation Plan (AIP)?
How do you monitor the implementation of school programs?
How do you set measurable targets for your school?
How would you improve low NAT or assessment results?
What indicators show that a school is performing well?
How do you prioritize school needs with limited resources?
How do you evaluate the effectiveness of school programs?
How do you prepare for school accreditation or validation?

Instructional Supervision

How do you conduct classroom observations effectively?
What is the RPMS and its purpose?
How do you mentor struggling teachers?
How do you ensure curriculum implementation fidelity?
What is differentiated instruction?
How do you promote inclusive education?
How do you support teachers' professional development?
How do you address poor teaching performance?
What is the importance of formative and summative assessment?
How do you integrate technology in teaching and learning?

Financial & Resource Management

What is MOOE and how is it managed?
How do you ensure proper liquidation of school funds?
What procurement rules must schools follow?
How do you prevent misuse of funds?
How do you prepare a school budget proposal?
What is transparency board posting?
How do you mobilize community resources?
How do you manage school property and inventory?
What internal controls should a school have?
How do you respond to audit findings?

Legal & Ethical Concerns

What are the key provisions of Republic Act No. 4670?
What is the Anti-Child Abuse Policy in schools?
How do you handle a complaint against a teacher?
What is due process in administrative cases?
What is Child Protection Policy under DepEd?
How do you ensure gender-sensitive practices in school?
How do you handle bullying cases?
What actions will you take in cases of sexual harassment?
How do you maintain professionalism and ethical conduct?
How do you handle conflicts between parents and teachers?

IMPACT 2026: 7th ANNUAL INTER-HIGH MATH AND PHYSICS COMPETITION

The University of the Philippines Circle of Engineering Students (UP CREST) will conduct the Inter-High School Math and Physics Competition (IMPACT) 2026 from March 14–16, 2026. Now in its 7th year, IMPACT continues its mission to challenge and inspire future scientists through a friendly yet rigorous academic competition that brings together outstanding high school students from across the country.

IMPACT goes beyond a traditional quiz bee by offering participants a platform to push their limits, strengthen their appreciation of the sciences, and apply their knowledge under pressure. The competition covers a wide range of topics, including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics, Optics, and Waves.

The competition is open to all bona fide junior and senior high school students.

Registration details and other information may be accessed through https://bit.ly/IMPACT2026RegForm

Participation of learners and teachers from public and private schools shall be purely voluntary and will not hamper instructional time in compliance with the provisions of DepEd Order (DO) No. 012, s. 2025, titled Multi-Year Implementing Guidelines on the School Calendar and Activities and DO 9, s. 2005, titled Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time- on-Task and Ensuring Compliance Therewith and the policy on off-campus activities stated in DO 66, s. 2017.

.This is also subject to the no-collection policy as stated in Section 3 of Republic Act No. 5546 also known as An Act Prohibiting the Sale of Tickets and/or the Collection of Contributions for Whatever Project or Purpose from Students and Teachers of Public and Private Schools, Colleges and Universities (Ganzon Law), issued in DO 19, s. 2008, and reiterated in DepEd Memorandum No. 041, s. 2024.

For more information, please contact: Mr. Andrei Joshua A. Alayon Vice President for Public Relations UP Circle of Engineering Students Mobile Number: 0967-334-6421 Email Address: up.crest@gmail.com and up.crest@coe.upd.edu.ph Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/up.crest Website: http://www.up-crest.org

5th NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL ROBOLUTION 2026: ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION COMPETITION

The Erovoutika International Robotics Academy, in partnership with schools and universities, will host the 5th National/International Robolution 2026: Robotics and Automation Competition on December 5–6, 2026. The Regional Robolutions will be held in the following regions:

Region Venue

South Luzon De La Salle University Lipa
North Luzon University of Baguio
Visayas University of San Carlos
Mindanao Ateneo de Davao University
National Capital Region To be announced

Robolution is a platform for local and international robotics and automation competitions. It aims to bring together the brightest minds and most competitive talents to showcase and test their skills in robotics and automation. This year’s event will feature a variety of engaging activities, including robotics and automation seminars, workshops, and competitions.

The target participants are elementary to secondary school learners and teachers from both public and private schools.

More details about Robolution 2026 are available at:

Erovoutika’s website: http://robolution.erovoutika.ph
Facebook pages: https://www.facebook.com/erovoutika and
https://www.facebook.com/robolution2019

Participation of learners and teachers from public and private schools shall be purely voluntary and will not hamper instructional time in compliance with the provisions of DepEd Order (DO) No. 012, s. 2025, titled Multi-Year Implementing Guidelines on the School Calendar and Activities and DO 9, s. 2005 titled Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-on-Task and Ensuring Compliance Therewith and the policy on off-campus activities stated in DO 66, s. 2017.

This is also subject to the no-collection policy as stated in Section 3 of Republic Act No. 5546 also known as An Act Prohibiting the Sale of Tickets and/or the Collection of Contributions for Whatever Project or Purpose from Students and Teachers of Public and Private Schools, Colleges and Universities (Ganzon Law), issued in DO 19, s. 2008, and reiterated in DepEd Memorandum No. 041, s. 2024.

For more information, please contact: Ms. Edarlyn A. Deplomo Erovoutika Event Head Erovoutika International Robotics Academy Mobile Numbers: 0918-363-4615 and 0906-149-7307 Email Address: erovoutika@gmail.com

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

15th ATENEO CHEMISTRY OLYMPIAD 2026

The Ateneo Chemistry Society (ACheS) invites all Grade 9–12 learners from public and private high schools to its 15th Ateneo Chemistry Olympiad (AChO), to be held online on February 28, 2026, and onsite on March 7, 2026.

With the theme, Persisting Beyond Half-Lives, the event aims to offer a platform to test and expand the participants’ knowledge and skills in Chemistry, while also gaining insights into the current state of the field in the Philippines.

The 15th AChO will be comprised of four major components:

1. Individual Written Exam Elimination Round

2. Team Laboratory Exam Semi-Finals Round

3. Final Quiz Bee Round

4. Geographical Indication Proposal Defense

Interested participants may submit inquiries or request assistance regarding registration, event guidelines, or other concerns through the link: https://forms.gle/j99WyUCvqaNHJ6ye9.

Participation of learners and teachers from public and private schools shall be purely voluntary and will not hamper instructional time in compliance with the provisions of DepEd Order (DO) No. 012, s. 2025, titled Multi-Year Implementing Guidelines on the School Calendar and Activities and DO 9, s. 2005 titled Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-on-Task and Ensuring Compliance Therewith and the policy on off-campus activities stated in DO 66, s. 2017.

For more information, please contact: Mr. Darren Franco D. Antonio Project Head Mobile Phone Number: 0949-762-1117 Email Address: darren.antonio@student.ateneo.edu Facebook Page: facebook.com/AteneoChemistryOlympiad

ESTADISTIKA 2026: An Annual Invitational Statistics Contests

The University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) Statistical Society invites high school students to participate in ESTADISTIKA 2026: An Annual Invitational Statistics Quiz, Essay Writing, and Poster Making Contests, to be held at UPLB, Laguna on March 14, 2026.

With the theme “ESTAnaw: Ang Sining ng Pagbabago ng Wika at Kultura sa Mata ng Datos,” the event aims to instill the value of statistics among Grades 7–12 learners and to promote excellence in statistics among the youth. In celebration of its 20th year, ESTADISTIKA 2026 invites high schools from all regions of Luzon to participate.

Interested participants may register from January 5 to February 6, 2026 through the following link:
https://bit.ly/ESTA2026

Participation of both public and private schools shall be purely voluntary and shall not disrupt instructional time, in accordance with:

DepEd Order No. 012, s. 2025 (Multi-Year Implementing Guidelines on the School Calendar and Activities),
DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2005 (Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-on-Task), and
DepEd Order No. 66, s. 2017 (Policy on Off-Campus Activities).

This activity is also subject to the no-collection policy stipulated in Section 3 of Republic Act No. 5546 (Ganzon Law), which prohibits the collection of contributions from students and teachers for any project or purpose.

For more information, please contact Ms. Jan Ashley C. Aliluya Steering Committee Head University of the Philippines Los Baños Statistical Society Email Address: jcaliluya@up.edu.ph or estadistikastats@gmail.com Mobile Phone Number: 0953-709-9421 Facebook Pages: facebook.com/STATS.ESTADISTIKA

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR JOB VACANCIES AT THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT

Call for Applications: ASEAN Secretariat Positions

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat, the central administrative body of ASEAN, is inviting applications for key positions that will strengthen the region’s collective agenda.

Assistant Director – Energy and Minerals Division
Senior Officer – Political Cooperation Division 2
Senior Officer East Asia Summit Unit – External Relations Division 1

As the institution responsible for facilitating and coordinating the implementation of ASEAN’s policies and initiatives, the Secretariat plays a pivotal role in advancing regional cooperation and integration.

These roles are critical in driving ASEAN’s priorities in:

Energy security: ensuring sustainable and resilient energy systems across the region.
Political cooperation: fostering peace, stability, and shared governance among member states.
External diplomatic relations: engaging global partners to enhance ASEAN’s strategic relevance.

Filling these positions with highly skilled and dedicated professionals is essential to effectively carry out ASEAN’s mandate and to advance the region’s community-building efforts.