Apologies for any confusion earlier.

The link you provided refers to the Code of Ethics for

Chemists, not for professional teachers. However, based on your initial request, I understand
you're interested in the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers as outlined in PRC
Resolution No. 435, Series of 1997.

This Code serves as a comprehensive guide for teachers in the Philippines, detailing their
responsibilities and ethical standards across various aspects of their professional life. Below is an
elaboration of each article:

PREAMBLE

Teachers are recognized as licensed professionals who possess dignity and a reputation upheld
by high moral values, technical expertise, and professional competence. They are expected to
adhere strictly to ethical and moral principles, standards, and values in their practice.

ARTICLE I – Scope and Limitations

 Section 1: The Code applies to all teachers in all schools in the Philippines,
encompassing public and private institutions at various educational levels.
 Section 2: It covers teachers in preschool, primary, elementary, and secondary levels,
including academic, vocational, special, technical, or non-formal education, and those
performing supervisory or administrative functions.

ARTICLE II – The Teacher and the State

 Section 1: Teachers are trustees of the nation's cultural and educational heritage and are
obligated to transmit this heritage to learners, promote national pride, and instill
allegiance to the Constitution.
 Section 2: Teachers and school officials shall actively help implement the state's declared
policies and take an oath to this effect.
 Section 3: Teachers must be physically, mentally, and morally fit.
 Section 4: They should demonstrate full commitment and devotion to duty.
 Section 5: Teachers shall not engage in promoting any political, religious, or other
partisan interests and shall not solicit or receive any material benefits for such purposes.
 Section 6: They are expected to exercise their constitutional rights and responsibilities,
including voting.
 Section 7: Teachers should not use their position to coerce others into any political
course of action.
 Section 8: They shall enjoy academic freedom, provided their outputs are not inimical to
the state's declared policies.
ARTICLE III – The Teacher and the Community

 Section 1: Teachers are facilitators of learning and youth development and should
provide an environment conducive to such growth.
 Section 2: They should behave with honor and dignity, refraining from activities like
gambling, smoking, drunkenness, and illicit relations.
 Section 3: Teachers should actively participate in community movements for moral,
social, educational, economic, and civic betterment.
 Section 4: They should understand local customs and traditions to foster a sympathetic
attitude and avoid disparaging the community.
 Section 5: Teachers should help keep the community informed about the school's work,
accomplishments, needs, and problems.
 Section 6: As intellectual leaders, especially in barangays, teachers should provide
leadership, counseling services, and be involved in matters affecting community welfare.

ARTICLE IV – A Teacher and the Profession

 Section 1: Teachers should ensure that teaching is regarded as the noblest profession,
showing genuine enthusiasm and pride.
 Section 2: They must uphold the highest standards of quality education, preparing
thoroughly for their teaching careers.
 Section 3: Participation in Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs and other
studies to improve efficiency and competence is essential.
 Section 4: Teachers may seek support for the school if authorized but should avoid
improper misrepresentations.
 Section 5: The profession should be used as a dignified means for earning a decent
living.

ARTICLE V – The Teachers and the Profession

 Section 1: Teachers should embody professional loyalty, mutual confidence, self-

sacrifice for the common good, and full cooperation with colleagues.
 Section 2: They must not claim credit for work not their own and should give due credit
to others' work.
 Section 3: Before leaving a position, teachers should organize necessary records and data
for successors.
 Section 4: Confidential information about associates and the school must be held
inviolate.
 Section 5: Teachers should seek corrective measures for unprofessional conduct among
associates, given incontrovertible evidence.
  Section 6: Justifiable criticisms against associates should be submitted to proper
authorities, preferably in writing.
 Section 7: Applications for vacant positions should respect merit-based selection
systems, ensuring all qualified candidates are considered.

ARTICLE VI – The Teacher and the Teaching Community

 Section 1: Teachers should maintain harmonious and pleasant relationships with other
professionals, government officials, and the public.
 Section 2: They should possess freedom to attend church and worship appropriately but
must not use their position to proselytize others.

ARTICLE VII – School Officials, Teachers, and Other Personnel

 Section 1: School officials should always show professional courtesy, helpfulness, and
sympathy towards teachers and other personnel.
 Section 2: All school personnel should collaboratively formulate policies or introduce
significant changes in the system.
 Section 3: School officials should encourage and support the professional growth of
teachers, recommending them for promotions and allowing participation in training
programs.
 Section 4: No school official should dismiss or recommend dismissal of a teacher or
subordinate without just cause.

📘 ARTICLE VIII – The Teachers and Learners

Explanation:

This article focuses on the teacher’s ethical responsibilities toward students. Teachers must
respect, guide, and support learners in all aspects of their development while maintaining
professionalism, fairness, and confidentiality.

Key Points and Elaboration:

 Section 1: Teachers must always act in a manner that maintains a dignified relationship
with learners. They must not exploit students or act in a way that would undermine trust.

💡 Teachers are seen as authority figures and role models. Their behavior should build
respect and trust, not fear or dependence.
  Section 2: Teachers must recognize the rights and dignity of every learner, treating them
with utmost respect and impartiality.

💡 This promotes equality in the classroom and discourages favoritism, discrimination, or

prejudice.

 Section 3: Teachers must not engage in physical punishment or other harmful

disciplinary actions. Discipline must be consistent with child protection policies.

💡 Corporal punishment is unethical and prohibited. Teachers are expected to manage

discipline through positive behavior strategies.

 Section 4: Teachers should never inflict psychological harm or embarrassment upon

learners.

💡 Verbal abuse, humiliation, and public shaming are strictly against the Code.
Emotional safety is just as important as physical safety.

 Section 5: Confidential information about learners must be kept private, unless disclosure
is legally required.

💡 Teachers have access to personal data and should handle it with discretion and
professionalism.

📘 ARTICLE IX – The Teachers and Parents

Explanation:

This article emphasizes the need for strong, respectful, and collaborative relationships between
teachers and the parents or guardians of students. Parents are partners in education.

Key Points and Elaboration:

 Section 1: Teachers must establish a cordial and cooperative relationship with parents
and guardians.

💡 Open communication ensures that both parties work toward the child’s success. A
respectful relationship builds trust.

 Section 2: Teachers are expected to inform parents about the progress and behavior of
their children and to provide guidance when necessary.

💡 Teachers should give both positive feedback and constructive suggestions. Regular
communication (e.g., parent-teacher conferences) is encouraged.
  Section 3: Teachers should avoid making judgments or comments about parents in front
of students or others.

💡 This maintains professionalism and respects the family’s dignity. All concerns should
be addressed privately and appropriately.

📘 ARTICLE X – The Teacher and Business

Explanation:

This article sets boundaries for teachers engaging in business activities, ensuring that their
professional duties remain their top priority and that no conflict of interest or exploitation occurs.

Key Points and Elaboration:

 Section 1: A teacher must live within their means and maintain integrity in all financial
dealings.

💡 Teachers should be financially responsible, avoiding debt or extravagance that might

affect their credibility or work.

 Section 2: Teachers may engage in legitimate income-generating activities, provided

these do not interfere with their duties or compromise their integrity.

💡 Side businesses or part-time jobs are allowed, but not if they detract from classroom
responsibilities or ethical standards.

 Section 3: Teachers must not use their position to coerce students, parents, or colleagues
into buying goods or services from them.

💡 For example, forcing students to buy products, booklets, or other items for personal
gain is unethical.

📘 ARTICLE XI – The Teacher as a Person

Explanation:

This article focuses on the teacher’s personal life and character, emphasizing that their actions—
even outside the classroom—reflect on the teaching profession.

Key Points and Elaboration:

  Section 1: A teacher should always exhibit dignity, integrity, and moral uprightness.

💡 The community sees teachers as role models. Their private behavior should align with
their public responsibilities.

 Section 2: Teachers should maintain a wholesome personality and be good examples to

students, parents, and fellow professionals.

💡 Traits like honesty, humility, respectfulness, and empathy are essential for building
trust and influence.

📘 ARTICLE XII – Disciplinary Actions

Explanation:

This article explains the consequences for violating the Code of Ethics. The Board for
Professional Teachers (under the PRC) has the authority to investigate and impose sanctions.

Key Points and Elaboration:

 Section 1: Violations of any provisions in this Code are grounds for disciplinary action.

💡 Unethical behavior may result in penalties ranging from warnings to the revocation of
a teacher’s license.

 Section 2: The Board for Professional Teachers is responsible for investigating

complaints and ensuring due process before applying sanctions.

💡 Teachers accused of violations are entitled to a fair hearing and legal process.

📘 ARTICLE XIII – Effectivity

Explanation:

This article defines when the Code officially became enforceable.

Key Point and Elaboration:

 Section 1: The Code of Ethics became effective 15 days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
 💡 This clause is standard in Philippine legal documents, allowing time for the public to
be informed before a law or policy takes effect.

✅ That concludes the full explanation of all 13 Articles of the Code of Ethics for Professional
Teachers.