1. With reference to DepEd Memorandum No. 040, s. 2021, issued by the Office of the Secretary announcing the opening of the National Academy of Sports (NAS) Annual Search for the Competent, Exceptional, Notable, and Talented Student-Athlete Scholars search from June 18, 2021 to July 16, 2021, this Office hereby provides the field with a copy of the issuances.