Question

Which of the following is a right granted to school personnel as provided in B. P. Blg. 232, Sec. 10:1-4? (INFINITHINK)

A) The right to choose the textbooks for the school
B) The right to engage in political activities during school hours
C) The right to form labor unions for collective bargaining
D) The right to set the school's budget and financial policies

Answer 1

School personnel are granted the right to form labor unions for collective bargaining according to B.P. Blg. 232, Sec. 10, which is part of the Education Act of 1982.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct option : c

B.P. Blg. 232, or the Education Act of 1982 in the Philippines, provides for the basic policy on education. Section 10 of this act outlines the rights of school personnel, including their right to professional advancement, to engage in collective bargaining, and more specifically, the right to form or join labor unions. This law acknowledges the value of their contribution to the educational system and aims to protect their welfare and interests. There is no mention in the act of school personnel having the right to expressly choose textbooks, engage in political activities during school hours, or set the school's budget and financial policies.

For example, through a labor union, school personnel can negotiate for better working hours, fair salaries, and improved benefits. They can also address concerns related to workload, job security, and professional development opportunities.