The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Thursday, January 8, that it will significantly expand the School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP) in 2026, aiming to reach approximately 4.6 million learners nationwide to address malnutrition and improve school attendance. In a statement, DepEd said...
The Department of Education (DepEd) is ramping up measures to ensure learning continuity and safeguard the welfare of teachers and learners as schools nationwide resume classes for 2026, following the enactment of the 2026 national budget. In a statement, DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized...
Thousands of students now have reliable high-speed internet for the first time through Bitget’s Blockchain4Youth Program, which connects six schools in Surigao del Norte, Siquijor, and Negros Oriental, transforming their online learning opportunities. Bitget, the world’s largest Universal...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, December 18, said it has launched an investigation into an alleged case of child abuse involving a public school teacher in Tondo, Manila, reaffirming its strict zero-tolerance policy against violence or abuse toward learners. In a statement released...
Vision screening is now mandatory for kindergarten learners nationwide as the Department of Education (DepEd) on Wednesday, December 17, rolled out its new National Vision Screening Program (NVSP)—a preventive health initiative aimed at detecting eye problems early and preventing them from...
The Makati City government has given due recognition to its partner schools and learning institutions who have displayed outstanding commitment to gender equality and empowerment in an awarding ceremony spearheaded by its Gender and Development Council. The recognized schools were awarded during...
The Department of Education (DepEd) said it is set to significantly strengthen its disaster preparedness and response programs under the proposed 2026 budget, as the Philippines continues to face frequent typhoons, floods, and earthquakes. In a statement issued on December 11, DepEd Secretary Sonny...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, December 12, announced the unveiling of the first fully air-conditioned public school building in San Pedro City, marking a key milestone in the Marcos administration’s drive to modernize basic education infrastructure across the country. DepEd...
The Department of Education (DepEd), led by Secretary Sonny Angara, actively participated in the nationwide rollout of the Balik Sigla, Bigay Saya Pamaskong Handog ng Presidente Year 4, a Christmas gift-giving initiative spearheaded by the Office of the President. The main program, held at the...
SM congratulates National University (NU) on its 125th year, and pledges continued support as NU leads a new era of affordable, high-quality education for every Filipino. This milestone reflects NU’s clear vision for Philippine education and its growth through a focused partnership with SM...
Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara on Friday, December 5, visited two high-performing public schools in Las Piñas City to observe successful literacy and feeding initiatives that the agency aims to scale up nationwide. Angara’s visits included Moonwalk Elementary School and...
A teachers’ group on Wednesday, December 3, expressed strong opposition to proposals introducing a voucher system under the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, warning that the measure could weaken state universities and colleges (SUCs) instead of improving access for poor...
