Criminal complaints have been filed against seven private schools for allegedly having “ghost beneficiaries” under the Senior High School (SHS) Voucher Program, the Department of Education (DepEd) said. DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara, during the agency’s budget briefing before the House...
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Wednesday, September 2, that it is studying a historic policy shift that would allow local government units (LGUs) to directly participate in classroom construction—marking a potential departure from the long-standing reliance on the Department of...
BATANGAS CITY – A bomb threat rocked the Batangas City Integrated High School here on Wednesday morning, Sept. 3. Authorities secured the area and conducted paneling and clearing operations. More than 1,000 students, faculty, and staff were evacuated as a precautionary measure. The Coast Guard...
More than 200 Grade 6 students of Santa Filomena Central School (SFCS) in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte will now be able to attend whole-day classes following the turnover of a new two-story, four-classroom building on Aug. 27. The building, donated by SM Prime through SM Foundation, addresses...
To enhance school leadership and accelerate classroom development, the Department of Education (DepEd) has teamed up with Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) and Security Bank Corporation (SBC). In a statement issued on August 29, DepEd said the partnership aligns with President Marcos’ call to...
The Department of Education (DepEd) rolled out EduKahon on Thursday, August 28—a standardized school recovery kit aimed at ensuring learning continuity for teachers and students during disasters and emergencies. In a statement, DepEd said the initiative aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has partnered with Jollibee Foods Corporation to enhance the Senior High School (SHS) curriculum and help address the country’s classroom shortage. The collaboration will introduce a quick-service restaurant (QSR) program to equip students with industry-ready...
Taking a major step toward transparent governance in Philippine education, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Saturday, August 23, introduced a tool designed to make school data more accessible and actionable for parents, teachers, local governments, and other stakeholders. In a statement,...
Recognizing that sustainable, long-term solutions are urgently needed to make school access safe and reliable, the Department of Education (DepEd) has sought the assistance of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in “addressing the infrastructure needs” of affected public schools...
A group of education workers on Monday, August 18, sounded the alarm over the Department of Education’s (DepEd) move to strengthen police visibility in schools—warning that the plan could normalize militarization in educational spaces instead of addressing the roots of violence. The Alliance of...
Home to a diverse population, Manila appeals to international and Filipino families seeking globally oriented learning opportunities for their children. In an increasingly dynamic world, many seek a vibrant, diverse learning environment that equips children with global competence. Countries...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, August 14, emphasized that addressing the Philippines’ classroom shortage is not just about building more structures, but also about ensuring they are strategically located, disaster-resilient, and responsive to student needs. DepEd Secretary Sonny...
