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Republic of the Philippines
Kalayaan National High School
Schools Division Office - Pasay City

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JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 7–10)
"Building Strong Foundations for Lifelong Learning and Success"

OVERVIEW

The Junior High School (JHS) Program covers Grades 7 to 10 and serves as the foundation of secondary education under the K to 12 Basic Education Program of the Department of Education (DepEd). It aims to equip learners with essential knowledge, skills, values, and competencies necessary for lifelong learning and responsible citizenship.


At Kalayaan National High School, the Junior High School Department is committed to providing quality, inclusive, and learner-centered education that develops students academically, socially, emotionally, and morally. Through a standards-based curriculum, learners are prepared for the challenges of Senior High School and future career pathways.


The program promotes critical thinking, communication skills, collaboration, creativity, and the responsible use of technology while fostering patriotism, environmental awareness, and community involvement.


Learning Areas

Junior High School learners study the following core learning areas:

  • English
  • Filipino
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Araling Panlipunan (Social Studies)
  • Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP)
  • Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE)
  • Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health (MAPEH)

Program Goals

The Junior High School Program aims to:

  • Develop functional literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Strengthen critical and analytical thinking.
  • Promote positive values and character formation.
  • Enhance communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Prepare learners for Senior High School specialization tracks and strands.
  • Encourage active participation in community and nation-building.

Grade Levels

The entry level of secondary education where learners transition from elementary education and acquire foundational academic and life skills.


Grade 8

Focuses on strengthening competencies and expanding learners’ understanding across different disciplines.


Grade 9

Provides opportunities for deeper learning, problem-solving, and application of concepts through various learning activities.


Grade 10

Serves as the culminating year of Junior High School, preparing learners for Senior High School and future educational and career opportunities.


Learning Environment

Kalayaan National High School provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages academic excellence, leadership, discipline, and holistic development through classroom instruction, co-curricular activities, student organizations, and community engagement programs.


Commitment to Excellence

The Junior High School Department remains dedicated to nurturing well-rounded learners who embody the DepEd Core Values:


  • Maka-Diyos
  • Makatao
  • Makakalikasan
  • Makabansa

Through quality education and meaningful learning experiences, the department strives to develop competent, responsible, and productive citizens ready to face the demands of the 21st century.