DepEd Suspends Field Trips Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
FIELD TRIP – The Department of Education announced the suspension of field trips for public schools amid coronavirus outbreak.
The 2019 novel coronavirus has been the headlines and most discussed topics in local and international media companies. The health scare is already affecting thousands of people worldwide.
The deadly virus is currently spreading in different countries all around the world causing fear and panic to the public. Many countries are already observing precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the disease.
Recently, the Education Department announced that it will suspend field trips indefinitely for public schools. Amid the rising concern over the deadly disease. DepEd also suspends national events expected to gather thousands of students.
The DepEd releases a memorandum announcing the ban of official travel of students and all DepEd personnel to countries affected by the virus. The department also urges learners and personnel to comply with quarantine procedures.
“Personnel and learners coming from travel abroad shall comply with the prescribed quarantine procedures of proper government authorities before returning to work or school,” the DepEd memorandum said.
The agency also explained that the cancellation of classes is up to the decision of local government units and schools.
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