Section 39Sec./Art. 39

Powers and Functions of the City Schools Division Superintendent.

a. The city schools division superintendent shall take charge of all the public schools existing at the time of the approval of this Act and such other public schools that shall be created thereafter and shall:

1. Formulate measures for the consideration of the sangguniang panlungsod and provide technical assistance and support to the city mayor in carrying out measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities relative to education;

2. Develop plans and strategies, and upon approval thereof by the city mayor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with education;

3. Liaison with teachers and principals assigned in the City as well as sit as vice-chairman of the local school board of the City;

4. Study, evaluate and recommend the allocation of the Special Education Fund (SEF); and

5. Perform such other duties and functions and exercise such other powers as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.