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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 …
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 …
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 …
The House of Representatives, led by Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, passed House Bill (HB) 9764 on its second reading. This bill, introduced by representatives Edwin L. Olivarez, Angelo Marcos Barba, Paul Ruiz Daza, Kristine Alexie B. Tutor, Marissa “Del Mar” P. Magsino, Ciriaco B. Gato Jr., and Gabriel H. Bordado Read More …
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Thursday its anticipation of the outcome of a World Bank (WB) study aimed at evaluating the optimal benefits for public school teachers. According to DepEd spokesperson Undersecretary Michael Poa, preliminary results from the World Bank are anticipated within weeks. Poa noted that the Read More …
The Department of Education (DepEd) is gearing up to ensure the successful rollout of the updated curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 10 by providing comprehensive training for teachers across the nation. Speaking at the National Summit of the MATATAG Curriculum Pilot Implementers held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Read More …
Manila — A new bill has been introduced in Congress aimed at providing workers with three days of paid leave for parental involvement in their children’s school events including graduations, recognition days and other significant celebrations. House Bill 9845, filed by Batangas Fourth District Representative Lianda Bolilia, proposes the “School Read More …
An official from the Department of Education (DepEd) announces encouraging feedback from students and teachers regarding the ongoing pilot testing of the new K-10 (Matatag) curriculum. This initiative aims to streamline and “decongest” the current curriculum, making instruction delivery easier for educators. Salustiano Jimenez, Director of DepEd Central Visayas (DepEd Read More …
Manila, Philippines (February 12, 2024) – The Philippines faces renewed scrutiny over the state of its education system as it once again falls below the global average in the latest Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results. The report, released recently has stirred concerns among policymakers, educators and the public Read More …
In a rare convergence of religious devotion and romantic tradition, Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day 2024 coincide this year on February 14, 2024. Ash Wednesday, the commencement of the 40-day Lenten season, holds special significance for Catholics who mark the day by adorning their foreheads with ashes in the shape Read More …
In a recent TV interview, the Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) Usec. Angelo Tapales issued a warning about the escalating threat of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered child abuse and exploitation. Tapales cautioned parents against sharing pictures of their children online, emphasizing the potential use by sexual predators to create Read More …
In preparation for the upcoming school year, the Department of Education has officially launched the DepEd Early Registration schedule for School Year (SY) 2024-2025 for incoming Kindergarten, Grades 1, 7 and 11 learners in public schools. Parents and guardians are encouraged to enroll their children during this designated early registration Read More …
February 1, 2024 President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. maintained on Tuesday that there is no rift between him and Vice President Sara Duterte despite recent verbal attacks from her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte. In a media interview during his state visit to Vietnam, President Marcos clarified that his relationship Read More …
In her recent Basic Education Report (BER), Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte reiterated the Department of Education’s (DepEd) commitment to educational enhancement within the basic education curriculum. The goal is to produce more competent, job-ready, active and responsible citizens. During the BER 2024, VP Sara outlined key initiatives Read More …