The deadly shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University on Aug. 18 should not be treated as just another case of campus-security failure. It should serve as a warning that the government must confront school violence on two fronts: keeping weapons and threats out of campuses, and teaching young...
Educational institutions play an important role in building well-rounded communities by providing access to learning, developing talent, and supporting local economic growth. As Aseana City continues to expand as a mixed-use district, the arrival of De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB)...
Rayu Gravador and Frances Lacap ended their Campus Cutie journey on a high note after taking home the top titles in the second season of Sparkle’s search for young campus stars. The two were declared the Ultimate Campus Cuties during the Season 2 finale on Sunday, August 9. Rayu and Frances were...
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD), in partnership with the city government, will conduct emergency response training for students and school personnel to prepare them for violent incidents and other threats inside campuses. QCPD director Police Brig. Gen. Randy Glenn Silvio said the program...
The Southern Diliman Gardens Rental Housing Project under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program in Quezon City was provided police security during mobilization and fencing works on July 8, when officers contained a brief commotion at the site. According to the Quezon City...
Residents of Pook Malantic in Barangay UP Campus, Quezon City, formed a human barricade on Wednesday, July 8, fearing demolition after personnel and a private truck arrived with materials to fence a rental housing project. The residents linked arms to block the entry of the truck and personnel,...
Marikina City Mayor Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro has ordered increased deployment of police and local security personnel, along with the distribution of metal detectors, to reinforce safety in public and private schools starting Monday, June 29. The move comes after recent reports of...
Following a series of violent incidents involving learners on school campuses, the Department of Education (DepEd) has launched a comprehensive School Safety Campaign to strengthen learner protection and campus security measures nationwide. In a statement, DepEd said the campaign brings together...
The city government of Malolos, in partnership with the Bulacan police, distributed handheld metal detectors to public schools on Thursday, June 25, as part of efforts to strengthen campus security. A total of 120 units were turned over in an initial rollout led by Malolos City Mayor Christian D....
Quezon City High School saw long queues at its entrance on Friday, June 26, after stricter gate inspections were introduced to strengthen campus security. The tightened screening is part of broader safety reviews following a shooting in Tacloban City, Leyte, that killed three minors and prompted...
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) traced a 17-year-old motorcycle rider who fled after a hit-and-run in UP Campus, Quezon City, and later facilitated a settlement with the car driver involved. The incident happened at around 3:51 a.m. on May 16 along C.P. Garcia Avenue corner Masinsinan...
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) is tracking three motorcycle riders who were allegedly involved in a hit-and-run incident at the corner C.P. Garcia Avenue and Masinsinan Street in Barangay UP Campus, Quezon City, at 3:51 a.m. on May 16. Initial investigation showed that the 58-year-old...
