DepEd Reminds Schools of Strict No Collection Policy for Graduation and Moving Up Ceremonies The Department of Education in Region 6 reminded schools to strictly follow the no collection policy for graduation and moving-up ceremonies. According to DepEd Region 6 spokesperson Hernani Escullar Jr., no school personnel is allowed to ask for or collect any form of payment or contribution from … Read more
Amid the Congestion in Schools, DepEd Sec. Sonny Angara Rallies Support To Respond to Classroom Shortage DEPED – The Department of Education confirmed that it is eyeing to implement the “4+1” blended learning model in schools. The education department which is currently under the lead of Sec. Sonny Angara is exerting efforts to deal with … Read more
Update on 4-Day Work Week in DepEd Following Marcos Jr.’s Order DEPED – The Department of Education announced a 4-day work week for the non-teaching personnel amid the high fuel costs. Amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, concerns about the oil price crossed the surface. Today marked the first bigtime hike in pump … Read more
Students Still Face Five-Day Classes as Government Adopts Four-Day Workweek DEPED – While some government offices prepare to shift to a four-day workweek, public school students will continue attending classes on their usual schedule. The Department of Education (DepEd) clarified that public school classes will continue under the usual schedule and will not be included … Read more
DepEd Three-Term School Year Plan Faces Tough Questions in Congress DEPED – A major change in the school calendar is under the spotlight as lawmakers grill DepEd officials over the proposed three-term school year. The Department of Education’s (DepEd) proposal to transition from the current four-quarter academic calendar to a three-term school year came under … Read more
Teachers and Lawmakers Question Trimester Plan as DepEd Responds DEPED – The Department of Education (DepEd) addressed mounting concerns from teachers and lawmakers regarding its proposed Trimester System. The Department of Education has issued a statement expressing its understanding of the concerns raised by teachers, stakeholders, and lawmakers regarding the proposed Trimester System. In a … Read more
DepEd Shifts Focus to Classroom Repairs & Student Welfare in 2026 DEPED – After a year marked by destructive calamities, the Department of Education is placing classroom repair and rehabilitation at the center of its plans under the 2026 national budget. The Department of Education (DepEd) is set to prioritize the repair and rehabilitation of … Read more
DepEd Expands Learning Support w/ Tutor Hiring in 2026 DEPED – With a historic budget exceeding ₱1 trillion, the Department of Education is rolling out new measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes across the country. The Department of Education (DepEd) is set to hire tutors this year as part of its initiatives funded by … Read more
Senate to Probe 22 Schools Over Alleged Ghost Students Linked to Senior High School Voucher Program The Senate is set to investigate 22 schools reportedly involved in a case of fake student enrollments linked to the Senior High School Voucher Program. The issue was discussed during the budget discussions for the Department of Education, where concerns were raised … Read more
Sorsogon DepEd reacted to this viral statement of Vice Ganda Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda commented that there was a “bulok” classroom in a school in Sorsogon, but this was refuted by the province’s Department of Education (DepEd). The comedian-host had this remark during an episode of his noontime show, It’s Showtime. He said that the … Read more