The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, Aug. 25, confirmed that one of its high-ranking officials has been suspended following the order issued by the Office of the Ombudsman.
In an official statement, the DepEd announced that it has received an Order from the Office of the Ombudsman concerning the “alleged overpriced laptops” for public school teachers procured in 2021.
The Ombudsman ordered the preventive suspension of one of DepEd’s current officials, Undersecretary for Finance Annalyn M. Sevilla, for the "duration of the proceedings but not to exceed six months."
Sevilla also served under the leadership of former DepEd Secretary Leonor Briones.
DepEd stated that it will “adhere to due process” and comply with the issued Order.
Meanwhile, the agency reassured the public about its “unhampered services.” It is preparing for a safe and orderly opening of School Year (SY) 2023-2024 on Aug. 29.
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https://mb.com.ph/2023/8/3/classes-in-public-schools-for-sy-2023-2024-to-start-on-aug-29-dep-ed