The Department of Education (DepEd) announced that the current school year will end in May instead of June based on the school calendar for School Year (SY) 2023-2024.
In DepEd Order No. 003 series of 2024 signed by Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte dated Feb. 19, DepEd confirmed that the SY 2023-2024, which was originally set to end on June 14, has been adjusted to May 31, 2024.
Durterte, in the newly-issued DepEd order, said that the move was in line with the commitment of the department articulated in the MATATAG Agenda which is to “TAke good care of learners by promoting learner well-being, inclusive education, and a positive learning environment.”
“This Department places the highest priority on ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of learners and teachers,” Duterte said.
Due to the adjustment in the End Of School Year (EOSY), DepEd instructed the School Awards Committee to “deliberate on awards and recognition not later than three calendar days” before the EOSY rites for learners who will receive recognition and awards and learners who are candidates for graduation.
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