This transcendental phenomenological study investigated the ethical dilemmas experienced by five secondary school teachers in Banga, South Cotabato. In-depth interviews explored how educators navigate moral tensions between institutional policy, personal values, and student needs. Thematic analysis revealed five core themes: Balancing Fairness with Compassion; Upholding Institutional Policy versus Personal Values; Reflective and Value Based Decision Making; Collaborative Resolution and Collegial Advice; and Institutional Support and Ethical Frameworks. The findings show that teachers rely on self reflection, empathetic reasoning, and peer support when formal policies fall short of addressing the complexities of classroom ethics. The study recommends that schools develop context sensitive ethical guidelines, provide structured ethics training, and foster peer consultation spaces to empower teachers in ethical decision making.