This year’s school opening was once again marred by one of the perennial problems of the public school system: student overcrowding due to a shortage of classrooms. According to data from the Department of Education (DepEd), the nationwide classroom shortage currently stands at 165,000. In a May...
As public schools welcomed a new school year this week, Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday, June 18, addressed the agency’s urgent priorities, tackling critical issues such as classroom shortages, teacher hiring, learning recovery, and student health—in...
BACOLOD CITY – The Bacolod City Police Office is ramping up security measures in preparation for the arrival of over 260 foreign students between June and August here, following a request from the Language Skills Learning Center (LSLC) for increased police visibility to ensure their safety. The...
Former senator Sonny Angara has officially retained his position as Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd), as announced by the Palace on Tuesday, June 3. This decision signals a strong commitment from the Marcos administration to continue the ongoing education reforms under his...
Actor David Licauco (left) poses with his grandfather, Jaime T. Licauco (Images courtesy of Facebook) Author Jaime T. Licauco, grandfather of actor David Licauco, has passed away. He was 84. David mourned the loss of his lolo, whom he referred to as "the wisest man" he has ever known. On...
Emphasizing the critical role of collective action in ensuring every Filipino child gains essential reading and writing skills for a brighter future, the Department of Education (DepEd) has called on parents, educators, and community stakeholders to unite in a nationwide campaign to combat...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has enhanced its summer programs to address student learning gaps, but a group has cautioned that these short-term measures fall short of tackling the Philippines' persistent education crisis, which stems from deep-rooted systemic challenges. ACT criticizes...
To support students' academic recovery, strengthen core skills, and address learning gaps, the Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Monday, April 21, the rollout of four nationwide summer programs focused on reading, math, science, and special education. (DepEd / MB Visual Content Group) In...
Aimed at addressing the learning gaps exacerbated by recent disruptions in the education system, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, April 10, announced the launch of its expanded Summer Programs for 2025. (DepEd / MB Visual Content Group) “We are dedicated to creating opportunities...
The Go Digital ASEAN initiative, which aims to expand digital participation among underserved communities in the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has provided free digital training to over 6,300 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the...
The Department of Education (DepEd) said it continues to monitor the schools, students, and personnel affected by the eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island. (DepEd / Manila Bulletin) In a statement issued on March 5, DepEd said it is addressing the challenges posed by Mt. Kanlaon’s...
(Unsplash) Galing sa Puso (GP) Party-list supports the Department of Education's (DepEd) commitment to help Filipino students under the flexible learning scheme, but feels that more should be done. Laywer JP Padiernos, first nominee of the GP...
