Stay informed with the latest updates, announcements and initiatives from the Department of Education (DepEd). This section delivers timely and important news about policies, programs and activities affecting teachers, students and the overall Philippine education system.
Whether it’s news on curriculum revisions, the integration of new technologies in education or nationwide educational campaigns, you can trust this page to provide accurate and current information straight from DepEd.
Keep track of the efforts being made to enhance the quality of education and support Filipino learners nationwide.
In response to Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte’s confirmation that no penalties would be imposed on the teacher involved in a widely circulated TikTok video, the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines has urged the government to prioritize improved working conditions for teachers in public schools. ACT emphasized Read More …
To assist teachers in obtaining valuable feedback on their students’ learning progress in terms of content comprehension, quantity absorbed and quality of understanding that will enable them to adjust their teaching strategies accordingly, aiming to enhance students’ learning efficiency and effectiveness, our collection of 3rd Periodical Test with TOS Compilation Read More …
Amid reports of a pertussis or “whooping cough” outbreak in Quezon City and neighboring regions, the Department of Health (DOH) stresses the critical importance of understanding the infection and taking preventive measures to halt its spread. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial respiratory infection. The Read More …
The Senate and House of Representatives have unanimously ratified the harmonized version of Senate Bill 1964 and House Bill 9682, known as the proposed “Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo” Act, bringing a significant increase in public school teachers’ annual teaching allowance, commonly referred to as the “chalk allowance,” to P10,000. Senator Ramon Read More …
In our ongoing commitment to assist teachers in ensuring that instructional activities align with the learning objectives of the lesson and broader curriculum standards that helps maintain focus and clarity, ensuring that students are working towards specific educational goals, we are delighted to share our collection of DepEd educational resources Read More …
In response to the scorching heat brought by the El Niño phenomenon, school administrators have been granted the autonomy to implement measures to alleviate its impact within their respective institutions. This announcement was made by Ian Arnaiz, spokesperson of the Department of Education-Division of Negros Occidental, on Thursday, March 7. Read More …
Two teacher groups have jointly called for the Department of Education (DepEd) to suspend its Catch-Up Fridays program, citing concerns over its effectiveness and implementation. Both the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) and the Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC) highlighted issues such as students’ skipping classes, uneven provision of reading materials Read More …
In a statement released on Thursday, the Palace refuted claims circulating online regarding a supposed holiday declaration for March 11, 2024. The document, labeled “Proclamation No. 729,” purportedly announced March 11 as a nationwide holiday in celebration of Eid’l Fitr, a significant occasion in the Muslim calendar. However, according to Read More …
In our ongoing commitment to assist teachers in allocating time efficiently, ensuring that each part of the lesson receives appropriate attention that helps prevent running out of time for important activities or rushing through crucial concepts, we are delighted to share our collection of DepEd educational resources including these Week Read More …
During a recent Senate hearing, startling revelations emerged regarding the Educational Service Contracting (ESC) program beneficiaries. Contrary to its intended purpose of aiding impoverished students, it was disclosed that a significant portion of recipients hailed from affluent backgrounds. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian’s examination of the Annual Poverty Indicators Survey (APIS) brought Read More …
The DepEd School Calendar and Activities for the month of March delineates key dates that serve as milestones for the Philippine educational system. These dates are crucial for schools, teachers, students and parents alike as they organize the academic year and establish a framework for various educational endeavors. From the Read More …
In our ongoing commitment to assist teachers in providing a structured and organized framework for the delivery of information that aids both teachers and students in understanding the flow of the lesson, we are delighted to share our collection of DepEd educational resources including these Week 6 – Quarter 3 Read More …
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has officially launched the call for nominations for the 2024 Search for Outstanding Government Workers. In line with the mandate outlined in the 1987 Philippine Constitution and relevant executive orders, the CSC administers this search annually to recognize exemplary public servants. DepEd Memorandum No. 11, Read More …
Deputy Speaker Camille A. Villar of Las Piñas filed House Bill No. 9808 aimed at fortifying the employability and competitiveness of senior high school (SHS) graduates within the K to 12 program. Titled “An Act Ensuring That Senior High School Graduates Under The K To 12 Program Are Equipped With Read More …
To facilitate educational excellence and advancing pedagogical effectiveness, the Department of Education (DepEd) issued on August 4, 2022, DepEd Order No. 022 s. 2023, titled “Implementing Guidelines on the School Calendar and Activities for the School Year (SY) 2023-2024” . This signifies DepEd’s commitment to the enhancement of the educational Read More …
On February 19, 2024, the Department of Education (DepEd) released DepEd ORDER No. 003 s. 2024, an amendment to DepEd Order No. 022, s. 2023, which outlines the “Implementing Guidelines on the School Calendar and Activities for the School Year 2023–2024.” In alignment with the DepEd’s commitment as expressed in Read More …