Final Student Handbook
Final Student Handbook
Final Student Handbook
GENERAL OVERVIEW
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GENERAL OVERVIEW
Education Institution pursuant to CMO 32, series of 2006. On June 18,
2018, Tubod College began its operations with the main thrust of the
administration of Mayor Leoncio C. Bagol to give the underprivileged
students a chance to earn a college degree by providing them free tuition
and exemption from other school fees. The first programs offered were
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECEd), Bachelor of Science in
Social Work (BSSW), and Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship (BS
Entrep). At the start, organic personnel from the LGU ran the operation of
the college, headed by Harold S. Tibon, JD who was designated as
Administrator and Ms. Sheila R. Velez as the School Registrar. There
were a total population of 343 students in the fledging school coming
from Tubod and other neighboring municipalities of Lanao del Norte with
competent and qualified instructors, who conducted classes at the
temporary school building – the Tubod Cultural Center.
To ensure proper governance and development of the newly
established college, the Interim Board of Trustees was duly constituted
on July 2, 2018. Dedicated workers and leaders were picked to compose
the Board. Mayor Leoncio C. Bagol known for his administrative and
managerial abilities and for his sincere concern for the welfare of the
college, Prosecutor Diosdado Cabrera, representing the Non-
Government Organization, Mr. Dax Misael Q. Noval, representing the
business sector, Mr. Harold S. Tibon, JD, the designated College
Administrator, who eventually became the Interim President, Ms.
Gladyjie Sabellano, representing the Faculty Association, and Mr. Razel
Onggue, representing the Student Council, composed the Board.
Mayor Leoncio C. Bagol’s commitment to excellence and the
invaluable effort of the Technical Working Group in complying with the
requirements for the establishment of Higher Education Institution, along
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with tremendous support of 1st District Representative Hon. Khalid
Quibranza Dimaporo, 2nd District Representative Hon. Abdullah D.
Dimaporo, and Provincial Governor Imelda Quibranza Dimaporo, earned
recognition by the Commission by granting a Certificate of Authority on
April 16, 2019 through Commission en banc Resolution No. 246-2019 in
favor of the Local Government Unit of Tubod to establish Tubod College.
With this milestone, Mayor Leoncio C. Bagol indeed triumphed in
realizing his dream and clearly demonstrated his sense of dedication,
hard work, and expression of his vision to bring out the best in every
student by providing them opportunities and access to quality tertiary
education where it is most needed.
VISION
MISSION
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T rustworthy
U niversal
B enevolent
O mni-competent
D riven
We vow to uphold these values as we engage with one another and the community
that we are bound to serve. These values will define our culture and our institutional
identity, who we are now and in the future.
1. Shield – the “Shield” in Lanao del Norte and Tubod’s Corporate seal.
2. Pillars – signify the essence of education as foundation of transformation
making it integral to sustainable development.
3. Book – universal symbolism of learning and of knowledge across different
times and cultures.
4. Ribbon – recognizable symbol of unity, strength, diversity, equity, and
excellence.
5. Slogan – “Transforming Lives, Building Communities, Improving Societies”.
6. Laurel Leaves – an emblem of honor, eternal glory, special achievement,
success, and triumph.
7. Torch – an emblem of both enlightenment and hope as its powerful flame
regenerates life and truth.
8. Seed Sprout – symbol of willingness to emerge and develop rapidly as
drivers of change and growth.
9. Spring/Water – the name ‘Tubod’ is derived from a spring in Sitio Baybay
called Tubod (vernacular for water source). Symbolically, it is the source of life and
has a universal undertone of purity and abundance.
10. Stars – twenty-four (24) component Barangays of Tubod
11. MMXVIII – year 2018 Tubod College was established
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ADMISSION POLICIES
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ADMISSION POLICIES
2.2.3 Admission Requirements for Returnees
a. Returnees are those previously enrolled in Tubod College
who had begun but did not complete the Baccalaureate
Degree at the time they dropped from the studies.
b. Returnees are subject to the Admission Policies.
c. Must undergo screening process by the last program
he/she was enrolled at
d. Must accomplish the Returnees’ Form for Admission
e. Clearance from the Head of Student Affairs and Services
for those who dropped for disciplinary reasons.
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2.5 ENROLLMENT
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g. Result of College Admission Test (CAT)
h. Medical Certificate
2.9 DROPPING
Only those students who accomplished the official form with due
approval from the Instructor/Faculty, College Registrar and respective
College Deans are considered as officially dropped in the course if they
have made it during the specified period as it set by the authority.
Unofficial dropped subjects will be marked as DRP (Dropped). Request
for dropping will not be entertained after the specified period.
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Late enrollees will be charged fifty pesos (Php. 50.00) per day.
Penalty is subject to change. Late enrollees are those who file their
enrollment documents after enrollment period.
2.12 WITHDRAWAL
A student may withdraw from the course he/she is enrolled at, but
penalties shall be charged.
Any student who has a pending case with the Student Affairs will
not be re-admitted for the next term or summer until such case has
been decided on his/her favor.
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Tubod College students will be free from all institutional fees within
its first 5 years stay in the College. If the student exceeds the 5-year
residency, his/her status will be changed from that of a scholar to
paying.
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ACADEMIC POLICIES
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ACADEMIC POLICIES
3.3 EXAMINATIONS
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see his/her professor, comply the requirements for the
course, and then secure the completion form from the
Registrar’s Office.
The student should present the form to the professor,
who fills in the grade, next to the College Dean for
signature, and finally to the college Registrar.
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GRADUATION POLICIES
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GRADUATION POLICIES
Candidate for graduation with honors who meet the prescribed grade
average but failed to satisfy any of the requirements for Honor Student
shall be awarded the “Certificate of Graduation with Academic
Distinction”, provided that the student does not have a failed grade.
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GRADUATION POLICIES
To qualify, the student must meet the following criteria:
4.4.1.1 Has served the Supreme Student Council for at
least 2 years.
4.4.1.2 Has shown exceptional leadership in school
activities.
4.4.1.3 Has an average grade of 2.50 but no grade
lower than 2.50.
4.4.1.4 Has not been disciplined by the College for
academic and non-academic reasons.
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS-IN-AID
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS-IN-AID
Grants-in-Aid Program (Tulong Dunong Scholarship) to support
college students with financial aid needed to pursue their academic
dreams.
The following criteria must be met for applicants to be eligible
for this TDP Scholarship:
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STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
6.1.2 Requirements
6.1.2.1 Income Tax Return of parents or guardian.
6.1.2.2 Grades in subjects enrolled during the previous
semester duly certified by the College Registrar.
6.1.2.3 Accomplished Student Assistant application form to
be secured from the Office of the Student Affairs and
Services (OSAS)
6.1.2.4 Recommendation from the Department
Head/College Dean
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7.3 REGISTRAR’S OFFICE
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or loss of such property shall be charged to the
borrower accordingly.
7.5.2.6 Students are responsible for all the books
borrowed in his/her borrower’s card until it is
returned to the Librarian.
7.5.2.7 Students must return the borrowed material
punctually because they are also being used by
other students.
7.5.2.8 Library users should return the books and other
learning materials to their proper places and push
the chairs back against the table when leaving the
library. Tables and chairs should not be
rearranged.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
The different department shall also elect a set of officers that will
represent their respective department. They are also under the
Supreme Student Council.
a. Letter of intent.
b. List of duly elected officers for the current school year.
c. Organization’s Constitution and by-laws.
d. Proposed Program of Activities duly endorsed by
the College Dean and approved by the College
President.
8.1.2.1 Qualification
The adviser should be a full-time faculty member.
8.1.2.2 Term
The adviser shall serve for a term of one (1) year
or so upon the recommendation of the College
Dean and the officer/members of the organization
with the approval of the Head of the Student
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Affairs.
8.1.2.3 Responsibilities
8.1.2.3.1 Attends general assemblies and/or meetings
with the officers/members of the organization.
8.1.2.3.2 Assists in the planning of the organization’s
activities for the ensuing year.
8.1.2.3.3 Submits the yearly plan of activities and new
set of officers/members.
8.1.2.3.4 Submits year-end financial report of
accomplished activity to the Office of the
Student Affairs and Services before the
School Year ends.
8.1.3 Guidelines
8.1.3.1 Recognized student organization shall maintain a
general plan of activities for the current school year
approved by the Faculty Adviser and College Dean
and submitted to the Head of the Student Affairs
and Services.
8.1.3.2 Any changes in the list of officers, advisers,
amendments to the organization’s constitution and
bylaws must be coordinated with the Head of the
Student Affairs and Services.
8.1.3.3 Student organization granted approval to hold
affairs outside the school should have the
presence of the faculty adviser of the organization
throughout the affairs/activity.
8.1.3.4 A student or group of students is not allowed to
address a class for any activity without the
approval of the Office of the Student Affairs and
Services and College President.
8.1.3.5 A student or group of students is not allowed to
attend a convention or seminar as a school
delegate without the school’s authorization, or to
compete in any contest as a school representative
without the approval of the College President.
8.1.3.6 In all co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
within the campus, a project and budget proposal
should be submitted to the Office of the Student
Affairs and Services for approval.
8.1.3.7 In all co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
outside the campus, a letter of permission shall be
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submitted to the Office of the Student Affairs and
Services for approval. If the request is not
approved and the organization still pushes through
with the activity, then it shall not be considered as a
school activity.
8.1.3.8 Recognition of the organization may be revoked if it
has been found to have violated its constitution and
bylaws or has consistently failed to comply with the
policies contained in this handbook.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
The Office of the Student Affairs and Services will be the umbrella of
all the organizations in the College. All concerns and documentations
should be forwarded to the said office for monitoring.
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of Student Organizations. Freshmen are
encouraged to join organizations but should not run
for any office.
8.2.1.2 A student is only allowed with a maximum
membership of three (3) organizations of his/her
choice.
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EDUCATIONAL
EDUCATIONALTOURS
TOURS
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chaperons.
9.1.9 A summative report shall be submitted to College
President, copy furnished to the College Dean two weeks
after the last day of the tour.
9.1.10 Failure to observe the guidelines shall be subject to the
following sanctions.
9.1.10.1 Disapproval of the trip non-compliance of the
requirements.
9.1.10.2 Warning, suspension, or dismissal depending on
the gravity of the offense. Failure on the part of
the faculty and chaperons to exercise the
diligence in the supervision of the students.
9.1.10.3 For failure to observe proper decorum.
For Chairpersons:
Warning, suspension, or dismissal
depending on the gravity of the offense.
For tours within the Municipality and Province which last only for one
(1) day, all relevant provisions in the Guidelines for Educational Tours
shall apply.
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CODE OF DISCIPLINE
Students violating the uniform policy shall not be allowed to enter the
campus.
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policy shall be subject to higher sanctions.
For students who have fieldwork and practicum uniforms, they need
prior approval of the Office of the Student Affairs before they can be
allowed to enter the College.
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CODE OF CONDUCT
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CODE OF CONDUCT
hour require the recommendation of the Head of
Student Affairs and final approval of the College
President.
11.2 OFFENSES
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preserve their dignity. Such acts not provided in this Handbook shall be
dealt with by the Administration accordingly.
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11.2.2.11 Disrupting classes.
11.2.2.12 Selling examination papers
11.2.2.13 Falsely accusing another faculty, staff, or student.
11.2.2.14 Lying during hearing on charges against a faculty,
staff, or student.
11.2.2.15 Refusing to cooperate in an investigation against a
student.
11.2.2.16 Bringing pornographic materials in campus.
11.2.2.17 Committing scandals on campus or during school
activities outside campus.
11.2.2.18 Assaulting a teacher/faculty
11.2.2.19 Assaulting another person
11.2.2.20 Hazing
11.2.2.21 Sexual misconduct.
11.2.2.22 Tampering and falsification of school documents and
official receipts.
11.2.2.23 Deliberate defiance of the sanctions imposed by the
school.
11.2.2.24 Smoking inside the campus.
11.2.2.25 Unauthorized use of school facilities.
11.2.2.26 Engaging in any act which cause or tends to cause
the destruction of the credibility and integrity of a
student, staff, faculty, and administrator without
sufficient proof. These acts include but are not limited
to:
11.2.2.26.1 Instigating illegal rallies.
11.2.2.26.2 Making black propagandas
11.2.2.26.3 Making unfounded petitions.
11.2.2.26.4 Any forms of harassment.
11.2.2.26.5 Any form of boycotts
11.2.2.27 Bullying a teacher/faculty and a student
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offense is committed, case shall be referred to the Disciplinary /Board
who shall commence an investigation and render proper penalty after
due investigation.
11.3 PENALTIES
The Office of the Student Affairs with the approval of the College
President shall impose the necessary sanctions on the violators.
Offenses may be classified as, a minor offense, and a major offense.
Further major offenses may be classified as; serious, less grave, and
grave.
1st Commission
Oral reprimand from the DSA
Written letter of apology toward the person
concerned
2nd Commission
Oral and written reprimand from the DSA
Written letter of apology toward the person
concerned
3rd Commission
Offense shall be treated as a major offense and
shall be heard
Disciplinary discussed, acted by the Board
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premises or attending school related
activities for a period.
11.3.2.5 Dismissal/Exclusion—The erring student is
excluded or dropped in the school rules for
being undesirable.
11.3.2.6 Expulsion—An extreme penalty which
excludes the students from enrolling in any
public or private school in the Philippines.
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11.3.4.3 Threats or intimidation against any Tubod
College faculty of personnel
11.3.4.4 Gross indecency of language and conduct.
11.3.4.5 Drunkenness or possession of alcoholic
drinks, smoking, gambling, or possession of
gambling material
11.3.4.6 Fighting, brawling, or assaulting a student;
any form of physical confrontation,
disruption of peace and order.
11.3.4.7 Oral defamation of teachers, other school
personnel or fellow student
11.3.4.8 Act of vandalism such as graffiti, tearing of
Tubod College books and magazines, or
any act of destroying and defacing any
school property.
11.3.4.9 Bullying
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11.4 CHEATING
If cheating is observed, the teacher shall call the attention of the
student for assessment and shall handle the situation and shall avoid
the student to be embarrassed and ridiculed in front of the class. In case
of unbearable situation, report directly to the Department of Student
Affairs office for further investigations.
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11.4.1.5 Letting another person take an examination,
paper projects and assignments.
11.4.1.6 Writing notes on tables and armrests.
11.4.1.7 Plagiarism.
11.4.1.8 Other suspicious behavior done during
examinations
Any students who, after due investigation, has been found guilty of
violating any disciplinary rule, shall be punished in accordance with the
provisions as specified in Tubod College policies and regulations. The
following are the procedures being used in dealing cases, offenses, and
violations of the students.
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Any student who, after due investigation, has been found guilty of
violating any disciplinary rule shall be given sanctions in accordance
with the provisions as specified in the Student Handbook not later than
seven (7) schooldays from the submission of violation slip.
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STUDENT GRIEVANCE
12.1.1 Complaints must be filed within three (3) days after the
incident excluding weekends and holidays following the
procedures:
12.1.1.1 The student files a complaint letter addressed
to the OSAS.
12.1.1.2 The OSAS conducts preliminary investigation
and meeting between the complainant and
respondent. The purpose of which is to settle
the matter amicably.
12.1.1.3 If the decision of the case is not satisfactory
to the complainant, the OSAS elevates the
case to the Disciplinary Board.
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receipt of the complaint
13.1.2.2 Parents/Guardians should be notified.
13.1.2.3 Right of the respondent to counsel should be strictly
observed.
13.1.2.4 Period of investigation should not be more than thirty
(30) days from first meeting.
13.1.2.5 Should the complainant fail to appear without just
cause on the scheduled initial student conduct
meeting despite notice, the complaint is dismissed.
On the other hand, should the respondent fail to
appear for the initial hearing after notice and without
sufficient cause, this fact is placed on record and the
hearing shall proceed ex-parte without prejudice to
the appearance of respondent in subsequent
hearings.
13.1.2.6 Before the Board’s decision on the case is submitted
for approval such decision should be first be
discussed with the Dean.
13.1.2.7 Final recommendation of the board should be
submitted to the School President the DSA not more
than fifteen (15) days after the last meeting.
13.1.2.8 Any party not satisfied with the decision of the
Disciplinary Board may appeal in writing to the
School President within two (2) days from receipt of
the decision. If an appeal is not availed of by a party
within the prescribed period, the decision of the
Disciplinary Board becomes final and immediately
executory unless the DB defers imposition of penalty
for meritorious reasons.
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STUDENT-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT
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or other consideration.
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with the compliance of The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of
2002, prohibits the use, possession, sale, distribution, or being
under the influence of intoxicants alcohol, narcotics, dangerous or
illegal drugs or other controlled substances.
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STUDENT-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT
and/or referral to law enforcement authorities. The severity and
pattern, if any, of the bullying behavior shall be taken into
consideration when disciplinary decisions are made.
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15.3 The student has the right to conduct any activity inside the
campus which has relation to the college program or the
subjects he currently enrolled for purposes of promoting
scholastic advancement and complying the requirements
thereof. Provide, that he must strictly conform to the policies,
rules and regulations pertaining to the conduct the same.
15.4 The student has the right to seek redress of any grievances
affecting both his academic and non-academic performances.
Provided that he must follow the guidelines set by the school
relative thereto and observe utmost courtesy and protocol in
exercising such right.
15.5 The student has the right to receive awards and other scholastic
advancement. But he must endeavor to comply the
qualifications and criteria set forth in the Student Handbook
appertaining thereto.
15.6 The student has the right to organize or form glee club or any
similar organization that promotes talents and skills of students.
Provided, that he must comply the requirements set by the
school in relation thereto.
15.7 The student has the right to shift to other course according to
his will and comfort or to even quit from studying if he finds it
indispensable. However, he shall see to it that he has settled
his financial obligations to the school and comply other
requirements before doing so.
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15.9 The student has the right to conduct research on any subject-
matter he may be interested. But it is his responsibility to
observe the proper protocol in the conduct of the same to
preserve the credibility of his work as well as the integrity of the
school.
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LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
16.3.1. ZOOM
16.3.2. GOOGLE MEET
16.3.3. FACEBOOK
16.3.3. SKYPE
16.3.4. EDMODO
16.3.5. MESSENGER
16.3.6. GOOGLE CLASSROOM
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16.6.2 Students' written and oral communications must be free
of vulgar, belittling, or offensive language, or any other
forms of bullying.
16.6.3 Students' must abide by the rules and/or policies
established by the course instructor.
16.6.4 Cheating and plagiarism of activities or any class work
may result in zero grade. If you have any questions
concerning academic dishonesty, you are encouraged to
speak to your professor or the OSAS.
Any students who, after due investigation, has been found guilty of
violating any disciplinary rule, shall be punished in accordance with the
provisions as specified in Tubod College policies and regulations.
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EMERGENCY INFORMATION
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When evacuating
If you must open the door, do so cautiously, feel doors for heat
before opening them to be sure there is no fire danger on the
other side. Stand behind the door, bracing yourself against it.
The next room may contain superheated air under pressure, a
blast of which may prove to be fatal.
If there is smoke in the air, stay low to the ground, get down on
your hands and knees, cover your mouth with wet cloth, to
reduce inhalation exposure and crawl to the nearest exit.
Mind your neighbors and note if they have not evacuated and
tell authorities they are missing and may need assistance.
17.2.4 If you are trapped, protect your mouth, nose, and eyes
from dust. Send a text, bang on a wall to help rescuers
locate you.
17.2.5 Check yourself to see if you are hurt. Be careful around
broken glasses and debris. Expect aftershocks.
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AMENDMENT
Save as to matters specifically provided by law, any provision in
this Student Handbook may be amended at any Regular Meeting of
the Board of Trustees.
EFFECTIVITY
This Tubod College Student Handbook or any amendment
thereof shall become effective upon approval and promulgation by
the Chairman, Board of Trustees, and the College President of
Tubod College.
CERTIFICATION
[I] [II]
We are standing here today Transforming lives
In your ground To build a better community
To be a successful individual For an improved society is
tomorrow. your goal
You gave us the greatest Our very best we will do
opportunity We will work hard
To be the best, that we can Together With you...
be
TUBOD COLLEGE [Repeat Chorus]
This is where we’re meant to
be
[III]
Forever we will be grateful
[Chorus] (Forever will be grateful)
We are the youth of today For the privilege that is so
We are the leaders of wonderful (Privilege,
tomorrow wonderful)
A Star that shines bright For through our journey
enough There you'll be
(A star that shines bright To secure our future
enough to share) And victory (Victory)
To share to our fellows
With you TUBOD COLLEGE [Repeat Chorus]
by your side
Together we can aim high
(Together we aim high)
In TUBOD COLLEGE
(In TUBOD COLLEGE)
We will rise
BOARD OF TRUSTEES (BOT)
The highest Governing Body of Tubod College is the Board of Trustees. As the
school is under the Local Government Unit, the incumbent mayor is automatically
the Chairman of the Board. The Board is composed of the Chairman, the College
President as Vice Chairman, and the other eleven (11) members who are
composed of the following: