Department of Education

ORGANIZATION OF PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN

CAMARINES SUR Inc.
Division of Camarines Sur

DIVISION OF CAMARINES SUR: PROGRAMS/PROJECTS/ACTIVITIES

1. Title/Name of the Project 2. Type 3. Duration

15th OPSCSI Private Schools Start Date:
Day ___Regular February 3, 2023-
_/__Special Brainquest
Theme:
February 4, 2023
“Private Schools at the Heart of Skills Olympics
Education Recovery”
February 5,2023
Mutya Ng OPSCSI
4. Goals/Objectives: 5. Lead Implementing
 Expose to a healthy competition both in academic and TVL Skills contests. Unit/Office/Group
 Assess the learners’ mastery on the expected competencies and standards
Organization of Private
through brains and skills Olympics;
Schools in Camarines Sur
 Foster sense of community and camaraderie among private school Inc. (OPSCSI)
administrators, teachers and students; and
 Recognize and develop talents and skills of the students and teachers.

6. Participating/Cooperating 7. Target Beneficiaries: 8. Partner

Unit/Group:  Elementary Organization/Agencies/
 High School Persons (if any)
OPSCSI, – Elementary, JHS  Senior High School
SHS and teachers  Teachers Quipper Philippines
9. Description/Components/Activities
The Private Schools’ Day is an annual activity of the (APSCA) now Organization of Private Schools in Camarines
Sur Incorporated (OPSCSI) which aims to conduct academic program and performances for Elementary to Senior
High School.
This will be an opportunity for all the participating private schools to expose students to a healthy competition,
enhance their talents, establish friendship among schools, and inspire each other to scale up to practice culture of
excellence. Additionally, this will serve as avenue for setting clearer direction to school administrators specifically
in the mastery and proficiency of learning competencies of their curriculum offerings.

Careful planning and consultations are conducted by the host district through the OPSCI officers and members with
the support of Private Schools’ Focal Person, Ms. Marilyn Gomez for proper dissemination of mechanics and
implementation of the activity.

10. Source of Fund:

Registration fee of Php 100.00

Prepared by: Noted:

MR. RONALD D. VALERIO MS. MARILYN GOMEZ

OPSCSI Vice President/ Over-all chairman Focal Person-Private Schools

Attested by:

MARINEL R. BAGASALA
OPSCSI President

Approved:

DR. LOIDA N. NIDEA, CESO V

Schools Division Superintendent

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GUIDELINES / MECHANICS

I. ONLINE BRAIN QUEST CONTEST

Persons In-charge
LEVEL/Event CHAIRMAN VICE-CHAIRMAN MEMBERS

NOEL ALMENDRAL
Elementary LEZEL BERGANTIN VICTOR HERNANDEZ
MARINEL BAGASALA
JOSE BERTILLO

Junior High School and JAIME ESMENDA

RONALD VALERIO JOY PLETADO
Senior High Brain quest HAZEL PALACIO

LEO BURCE
JOSEPHINE
Skills Olympics ZENAIDA LLORIN RYAN PRILA
PRIMAVERA
( JHS/SHS/TEACHERS) ANITA STA ROSA

BEFORE THE COMPETITION

1. The contestant is a bonafide pupil/student/teacher of the participating school and shall present a
Certificate of Enrolment /Contestant’s Gallery duly signed by the School Head/Principal.
2. Each Private Elementary, Junior and Senior High School in the Division of Camarines Sur shall send
one (1) contestant from Grade 1 to 12.
 For Senior High School, contestants are either Grade 11 or 12 students.
one (1) contestant for each learning area of Core subjects
one ( 1) contestant for each selected Contextualized/Applied Subjects
one (1) contestant per specialized subject per strand (STEM, ABM, HUMSS).
3. The learning areas are the following:

GRADES I-III : English, Mathematics, Science, Filipino, Araling Panlipunan, EsP, and
MAPEH

GRADES IV-VI: English, Mathematics, Science, Filipino, Araling Panlipunan, EsP, MAPEH,
and EPP

GRADES 7-10: English, Mathematics, Science, Filipino, AP, MAPEH, and EsP

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Core Subjects: Humanities ( 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the
World, Contemporary Philippines Arts)
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English: Oral Communication, Reading and Writing)

Filipino: Pagbasa at pagsusuri ng Iba’t Ibang Teksto,Komunikasyon at
Pananaliksik sa Wika)
Communication: Media and Information Literacy
Mathematics: General Mathematics, Statistics and Probability
Science: Earth and Life Science, Physical Science
Social Sciences: Personal Development, Understanding Society and Culture
Philosophy: Introduction to Philosophy of Human Person
PE and Health: Physical Education and Health

CONTEXTUALIZED/APPLIED TRACK

 English for Academics and Professional Purposes

 Empowerment Technologies
 Entrepreneurship
 Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

SHS-STRANDs: STEM
 Pre – Calculus/Basic Calculus
 General Biology 1 & 2
 General Chemsitry 1 & 2
 General Physics 1 & 2
ABM

 Applied Economics
 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
 Fundamentals of Accountancy, Business and Management 1 &2
 Business Math
 Business Finance
 Organization and Management
 Principles of Marketing

HUMSS
 Creative Writing/Creative Non- Fiction
 Introduction to World Religions and Belief Systems
 Trends, Network and Critical Thinking in the 21st Century Culture
 Community Engagement, Solidarity and Citizenship
 Disciplines and Ideas in the Social Sciences/ Disciplines and Ideas in the Applied Social
Sciences

4. A complete number of contestants shall be composed of:

Elementary – 45
High School- 32
Senior high School- 29
5. The following are the number of items per grade level:
Grades 1-3 30 items (6 items per learning area)
Grades 4-6 40 items (8 items per learning area)
Junior HS 50 items (10 items per learning area)
Senior HS 50 items
Specialized 50 items

6. Brain Quest Contests will start at exactly 9:00 am in their respective schools and shall be done
simultaneously in all grade levels.
7. Each participant should bring his/her own device such as laptop and /or Ipad or cellphones .Each device
will be checked by the proctors before the start of the contest.

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8. The participating schools must prepare one (1) testing room equipped with STABLE INTERNET
CONNECTION and MUST follow the Minimum Health Protocols prescribed by the IATF.
9. Each contestant will be given a link to access the Quipper Learning Management System. The contestant
MUST have an active email address, (preferable domain)
10. Vaccinated learners are preferred contestants.
11. Official OPSCSI IDs will be given upon registration.
12. A registration fee of Php 100 .00 will be collected from each participant to defray operation expenses.
13. Each participating school should submit the Registration Form, Certificate of Enrolment /Contestant’s
Gallery on or before January 20, 2023.
14. The participants must be in complete school uniform and must wear the OPSCSI ID.
15. Proctors will be in nearby participating school in order to assure that participants are ready in the contest
venue before the time.
16. Elementary, Junior High School and Senior High School BRAINQUEST will be conducted in their
respective school to be assisted and facilitated by the assigned proctors.
17. Each Testing Center must conduct a simple or short opening program before the start of the contest.
Meals of the proctors will also be prepared/ served by the testing center.
18. The subject matters (topics) in the Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs) of DepEd
Curriculum Guide , specifically from the 1st Quarter to 3rd Quarter shall be the Coverage of the
brainquest .
19. Quipper LMS shall be used to administer the exams. Student-contestants shall be given an
LMS account and password during the Coaches’ Orientation briefing scheduled on _____(TBA), to
familiarize on the use of the LMS through a virtual tour and a practice test.
A. Quipper Learn Video - Tutorial
20. For the best experience of Zoom and Quipper it is advantageous to run them in a Web Browser using a
personal computer (laptop or desktop).

DURING THE COMPETITION

1. Environment and Materials Needed 

a. Only the contestants and proctors are allowed inside the testing room. Coaching, and any access
to reference materials, whether printed or online – are NOT allowed. 
2. The virtual program shall be done via ZOOM. A stable internet connection is important.
Camera must be turned on at all times. The ZOOM MEETING shall be RECORDED in case of need for
review.
3. Contestants shall log in to the zoom meeting using the link that shall be sent on time.
4. Once the contest begins, student-contestants are NOT allowed to go out of sight or the
meeting room for any reason whatsoever. Otherwise, the contestant shall “submit” his/her
test before leaving. Failing to do so may lead to disqualification.
5. Any malicious acts that suggest dishonesty and/or cause distraction to other contestants
shall be subject for disqualification.
6. The brainquest shall run for a period of 1 hour as scheduled.
By clicking “Next” after every item, the chosen answers will only be the final answer once
the participants clicks on “Submit”.
7. Once a contestant has finished and submitted his/her examination, the Score will
Automatically pop up.

AFTER THE COMPETITION

1. The Result Committee shall tally the scores of the participants.

2. The announcement of winners will be conducted virtually on the same day. However, medals
will be awarded on the during Mancom on March 2023.

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LITERARY & MUSICAL CONTEST

GUIDELINES:

1. All contestants should be officially enrolled students of the school within the district they represent.
2. There will be elimination per district of the different events to be contested in the LITMUS. Winning
contestants will represent the district in the LITMUS contest during the OPSCSI 15 th Private Schools
Day.
3. There should be one entry per district.
4. Mechanics for each event should be strictly followed.
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5. Representative per district shall draw lots for their number that will be used by all their contestants in all
events throughout the competition.
6. All participants in the LITMUS shall be registered and shall wear the OPSCSI ID during the
competition.
7. Each school shall submit to the Litmus Coordinator the CDs for the accompaniment of their entries and
are responsible to test 30 minutes before the start of the competition. CDs must be properly labeled
according to Entry Number, Event, and Song/Music Number. Failure to submit CDs on time would
mean 1 point deduction from the total score of the contestant.
8. Participants can use the assigned room for preparation and change of costumes.
9. Extemporaneous speakers shall wear business attire with OPSCSI ID.
10. The decision of the Board of Judges is final and irrevocable.

PRESCHOOL

1. POEM RECITATION
Mechanics:
 Contestant may be a boy or a girl
 Delivery must be 1-3 minutes
 Contest piece is free choice, must be in English and is appropriate to the age
 Costume must be appropriate to the piece.
 Minimal props
 1 point deduction from the total score for every exceeding minute
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score

Criteria:

 Mastery 50%
 Vocal projection/style 20%
 Stage Performance 10%
 Expression 20%
TOTAL 100%

2. CHORAL RECITATION
Mechanics:
 Contest piece is free choice and material must be suited to the preschoolers.
 Piece must be in English
 Attire must be suited to the piece
 No props
 Compose of 10-15 members
 Delivery must be 5 minutes including entrance and exit
 1 point deduction for every exceeding minute
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Mastery 25%
 Choreography and stage deportment 25%
 Delivery 20%
 Costume 10%
 Voice quality and Dynamics 20%
TOTAL 100%

3. VOCAL SOLO

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Mechanics:
 Contestant may be a boy and a girl
 Piece must be appropriate to the age
 Songs is either in English or Filipino
 Accompaniment can be live or recorded
 Attire must be suited to the piece
 Delivery must not exceed to 5 minutes
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Vocal technique 30%
 Musicianship 30%
 Performance 30%
 Stage Discipline 10%
TOTAL 100%
4. STORYTELLING
Mechanics:
 No contest piece
 Costume and props must be appropriate to the piece
 3-5 minutes delivery
 There will be a 1 point deduction from the total score for every succeeding minute.
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
Criteria:
 Delivery 40%
 Stage Presence 10%
 Voice Quality 10%
Appropriateness of
 Costume and Props 15%
Facial expressions and
 Gestures 25%
TOTAL 100%

5. COLORING
Mechanics:
 Each contestant will be given coloring materials
 Crayons will be 8 colors only
 Theme will be given on the day/venue of the contest
 50 minutes time allotment will be given excluding the orientation
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Color scheme 30%
 Visual impact 20%
 Accuracy to actual picture 30%
 Creativity 10%
 Neatness 10%
TOTAL 100%

6. HIPHOP
Mechanics:
 There should be 4 to 10 members for each group.
 Members may be composed of all male, all female or mixed
 Costume must be appropriate to the dance
 Time limit is 3-5 minutes including entrance and exit
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 One point deduction will be made from the total score for every minute in excess.
 The dance presentation must be wholesome and should not include “degrading” or sensual movements.
 The decision of the judges is final
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Mastery - 50%
(Precision, coordination in the execution of movement)
 Choreography
(Variety and Level of difficulty in the steps and formation 30%
 Projection and Audience Impact - 10%
 Costume - 10%
TOTAL 100%
ELEMENTARY

1. VOCAL SOLO
Mechanics:
 Contestant may be a boy or a girl.
 He/she must sing an OPM composition.
 Accompaniment is minus one CD
 Attire must be suited to the piece.
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Vocal Technique - 30%
 Musicianship - 30%
 Performance - 30%
 Stage Discipline - 10%
TOTAL - 100%

2. PHILIPPINE FOLKDANCE
Mechanics:
 The dance piece should have been printed and circularized and common in the Philippine setting.
 There should be four pairs of dancers ( 4 boys and 4 girls)
 Costume must be appropriate to the dance.
 Execution is from 4-6 minutes excluding the entrance and exit.
 Recorded music or string instruments may be used.
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Mastery - 40%
 Stage Presence (choreography) - 20%
 Execution (grace, poise and coordination) 30%
 Costume - 10%
TOTAL - 100%

3. SPEECH CHOIR
Mechanics:
 Contest piece is free choice
 Attire must be suited to the piece
 Only hand props and background music are allowed.
 15-20 members from any grade level
 5-7 minutes delivery including entrance and exit
 The decision of the judges is final
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 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
Criteria:
 Mastery 25%
 Voice quality & blending 30%
 Choreography & stage deportment 20%
 Diction & delivery 15%
 Costume 10%
TOTAL 100%

4. POSTER MAKING
Mechanics:
 Open to all pupils of the participating schools
 Contestants must bring ¼ illustration board
 Must use any three colors plus black (oil pastel)
 Theme will be given on the day of the contest
 Allotted time: 2 hours
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Relevance to the theme 30%
 Creativity 25%
 Neatness 10%
 Visual impact 35%
TOTAL 100%

5. HIPHOP
Mechanics:
 There should be 4 to 10 members for each group.
 Members may be composed of all male, all female or mixed
 Costume must be appropriate to the dance
 Time limit is 3-5 minutes including entrance and exit
 One point deduction will be made from the total score for every minute in excess.
 The dance presentation must be wholesome and should not include “degrading” or sensual movements.
 The decision of the judges is final
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

Criteria:
 Mastery - 50%
(Precision, coordination in the execution of movement)
 Choreography
(Variety and Level of difficulty in the steps and formation 30%
 Projection and Audience Impact - 10%
 Costume - 10%
TOTAL - 100%

6. ESSAY WRITING
Mechanics:
 Open to grades 4-6
 Writing materials will be provided by the proctor
 Time limit is 1 hour
 The theme will be given on the day of the contest
 Minimum of 250-300 words
Criteria:
 Relevance to the theme - 20%

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 Organization of ideas - 25%

 Mechanics - 25%
(grammar, spelling, capitalization)
 Content - 30%
TOTAL - 100%

7. PAGSULAT NG SANAYSAY
Mechanics:
 Dapat nakasulat ang sanaysay sa wikang Filipino
 Hindi kukulang sa limang daang (500) salita
 Dapat nakaakma sa temang itinakda
 Ibibigay ng proctor sa mga kalahok ang mga kailangang bagay sa pagsulat
 Isang oras ang takdang oras sa pagsulat

Criteria:
 Nilalaman - 40%
 Daloy ng kaisipan - 30%
 Balarila - 30%
TOTAL - 100%

8. DAGLIANG TALUMPATI
Mechanics:
 Isang kalahok sa bawat distrito ang isasali sa patimpalak
 Ang kalahok ay maaaring galing sa mga antas 4-6
 Dapat ipahayag ang talumpati sa wikang Filipino at ito ay batay sa paksang mabubunot.
 Dapat tumagal lamang sa 2-3 minuto
 Sinumang magkulang o lumampas sa itinakdang haba ng oras ay babawasan ng isang puntos sa bawat
minutong kulang o sobra sa itinakda
 Ang desisyon ng mga hurado ay pinal at di na maaaring pasubalian pa

Criteria:
 Nilalaman - 50%
 Pagbigkas/kilos, galaw at kumpas - 20%
 Pagpili ng salita/kaangkupan sa paksa 20%
 Tindig - 10%
TOTAL - 100%

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SECONDARY

1. VOCAL DUET
Mechanics:
1. There will be 1 representative per district
2. The piece shall be any OPM or foreign song.
3. Voice blending will be considered.
4. The contestant maybe both females/males or male and female.
5. Attire must be suited to the song.
6. Accompaniment maybe a guitar, piano or minus one.
7. Rendition must be 3 to 5 minutes.
8. Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
9. The decision of the Board of Judges is final and irrevocable

Criteria:
 Vocal Quality 40%
(Tonal)
 Musicality/Blending 30%
 Mastery/ Projection 15%
 Overall Impact 15%
TOTAL 100%

2. EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECH
Mechanics:
1. There will be 1 representative per district
2. Attire: Business Attire
3. He/she will be given 3 minutes preparation and 3-5 minutes delivery
4. An assigned timer will show to the contestant a flash card labeled “START". After 3 minutes, another
card will be shown labeled “2 minutes more” then finally, “STOP” after 5 minutes is consumed.
5. 1 point deduction for every exceeding minute
6. Topic is related to the theme and has the same degree of difficulty for all the contestants.
7. List of at least 10-15 topics should be given to the contestants 30 minutes before the start of the contest.
8. Contestant must use English language throughout the delivery. The use of other language (Filipino and
Bikol) will be deducted from the total score depending on the number of times committed.
9. Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
Criteria:
 Content 50%
(presentation of data, organization,
logic, appropriateness of examples)
 Delivery, 40%
(grammar, pronunciation, enunciation, fluidity)
 Stage Performance 10%
TOTAL 100%

3. DANCE DRAMA

1. There shall be one (1) representative for each year level,

2. The contest shall be composed of only 2 performers.
3. The theme shall be a “love story ’.

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4. Each participant is free to use foreign or original Pilipino music (OPM) of any genre such as, pop,
ballad, etc. This is to provide each entry with more artistic freedom in conceptualizing its entry.
5. Narration is strictly not allowed. This competition is designed for each entry to tell a story revolving
around the theme through dancing.
6. The performance shall not exceed seven (7) minutes but not less than 5 minutes, this includes the
actual performance, entrance and exit of dancers, setting of props (if any) and the like.

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

 Concept and interpretation - 40%
 Choreography and execution - 30%
 Costume - 10%
 Stage presence - 20%

4. JAZZ CHANT
Mechanics:
1. The contest piece is free of choice.
2. The attire must be suited to the piece.
3. There should be 15-20 members from any grade level.
4. The time limit is 5-7 minutes execution excluding entrance and exit.
5. There will be 1 point deduction for every exceeding minute.
6. Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
Criteria:
 Mastery 20%
 Vocal Quality, blending And rhythm 30%
 Delivery (diction, pronunciation etc) 20%
 Choreography & Coordination 15%
 Costume 15%
TOTAL 100%
5. ACOUSTIC BAND
MECHANICS
1. Each group will perform to any music as long as there are no obscene, lewd or
green words in the lyrics. (note: too much amplification of instruments that
will obscure or over power the volume of the vocals is not allowed).
2. Each group will perform their choice of music with a time limit of 4 minutes.
Beyond this limit, a total of five (5) points will be deducted from the group’s
total score.
3. Each group will have a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 members.
4. The members of the group may be composed of all males or females, or any
combination of both.
5. The use of pyrotechnic gadgets, smoke or combustible materials as props are
NOT allowed.
6. Medley arrangement of songs is NOT allowed.

CRITERIA
Musicality 50%
(harmony, rhythm, sound quality)
Performance 40%
(stage presence, style)
Audience Impact 10%
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TOTAL 100

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6. SPOKEN POETRY
Mechanics:

1. Each district must send one representative for this contest.

2. The contestant may be a male or a female.
3. The piece must be original composed of a free-verse or rhymed poem about an interesting topic of
his/her choice.
4. The reading method maybe used during the elimination.
5. The contestant must memorize the piece and deliver it within a minimum of three minutes and a
maximum of five minutes. In such cases that the contestant does not meet the minimum time (three
minutes) requirement, two points will be deducted from the score. Likewise, if he/she goes over the
prescribed maximum time allotment (5 minutes), he/she will incur a two point deduction.
6. The piece must be submitted to the organizing committee on______________.

CRITERIA FOR RATING:

Content
(Imagery, Message/Ideas conveyed) 35%

Delivery
Voice Projection and Expression 25%
Enunciation 10%
Stage Performance 20%
(Facial expressions and gestures)
Audience Impact 10%
TOTAL - 100%
7. POSTER MAKING
Mechanics:
1. There should be 1 entry per district
2. Contestant must bring his/her own materials and can use any of the three colors of the cray pas plus
black
3. Illustration board will be provided by the committee
4. The theme will be given on the day of the contest
5. The allotted time is 1 hour.
6. Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
Criteria:
 Visual Art 35%
 Relevance to the Theme 30%
 Creativity 25%
 Originality 10%
TOTAL 100%

8. PHOTO ESSAY
Mechanics:
1. There will be 1 entry per district
2. Contestants will be given 1 hour to take pictures
3. There will be an assigned person in charge for the development of pictures
4. Contestants should select 5 pictures only for the essay
5. Writing materials shall be provided by the committee
6. Contestants will be given 1 hour to write the essay
7. The essay should consist of at least 300-500 words
8. Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.

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Criteria:

 Quality/ Meaning of the pictures 20%

 Style/Layout 20%
 Organization of Ideas 30%
 Mechanics(grammar, punctuation etc.) 15%
 Unity, Coherence and emphasis 15%
TOTAL 100%

9. ORATORICAL

Mechanics:
 The contest is open to Senior High school students only.
 There will be one contestant per district
 The contestant must be in business attire
 Piece must be based on the given theme
 Delivery should be 5-7 minutes only
 Piece should be written in English. Insertion of Bikol or Tagalog is allowed for emphasis of ideas.
 Piece should be turned over to the Board of Judges 30 minutes before the start of the contest for judging.
 Violations of any of the mechanics will be subject for a 1 point deduction from the total score.
CRITERIA
 Content (organization and clarity of ideas) 40%
 Delivery (diction, pronunciation etc.) 20%
 Stage Performance (gestures, movements) 15%
 Voice Projection 15%
 Mastery 10%
TOTAL 100%

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RESEARCH PRESENTATION

Guidelines:
1. The contestants should be bona fide senior high school students of the school they are
representing, composed of at least three (3) members but not than more than five (5) members.
However, only one to two (1-2) researcher/s must present the paper during the contest.
2. Three copies of the research paper must be submitted to the panelists one (1) hour before the oral
presentation.
3. The contestants are expected to dress appropriately. School uniforms are NOT allowed.
4. Each research will be presented in 10 minutes only and must be supported with powerpoint
presentation. Question and Answer part will be allotted with another 5 minutes . For a total of 15
minutes.
5. Powerpoint slides must be limited to 12 slides only following the format below:

Slide 1 Title of Research

Name/s of the researcher/s

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 Department of Education
ORGANIZATION OF PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN
CAMARINES SUR Inc.
Division of Camarines Sur

Slide 2 Purpose of the Study/Statement of the

Problem

Slide 3: Rationale of the Study

( 5-7 lines only)

Slide 4 Conceptual Framework

Slides 5-7 Research Methodology (Method/Design,

Respondents, Sampling Techniques,
Instrument, Statistical Treatment)

Slides 8-10 Findings, Conclusion and Recommendation

(aligned with the Statement of the Problem
presented in slide #2)

Slides 11 Output of the study ( if applicable)

Slides 12 References ( maximum of 5)

Acknowledgments

6. The presentation must be in USB flashdrive. Visuals must be easily readable.

7. The following criteria are taken into account in the evaluation of the research paper and
presentation:
Originality - 30%
Relevance – 20%
Impact of Research Findings – 30%
Presentation – 20%
Total: 100%

8. The presenter/s with the highest grades from the panelists will be declared the winner/best paper
presentor/s.

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