Nov 1, 20262 min read
DepEd issued comprehensive rules under Memorandum No. 64, s. 2026 to prepare schools for strong El Niño conditions until mid-2027, moving away from sudden class suspensions.
Nov 1, 20261 min read
The Department of Education has finished constructing 391 prefabricated school buildings that can be erected in just a few weeks. These structures are designed to withstand strong earthquakes and typhoons.
Oct 29, 20262 min read
The Department of Education (DepEd) has reinforced the Scouting program in basic education as a co-curricular platform. This proposed policy aims to elevate Scouting into a structured self-development program.
Oct 29, 20261 min read
Education Secretary Sonny Angara accepted the DBM's official approval for 3,627 teaching and teaching-related positions for the newly established DepEd Sulu SDO. This follows President Marcos Jr.'s visit to Patikul, Sulu.
Oct 26, 20262 min read
Education Secretary Sonny Angara reaffirmed DepEd's commitment to fair infrastructure allocation, emphasizing that classroom distribution must be based on data and address the most severely needing schools. DepEd Memorandum No. 038, s. 2026, guides the assessment of classroom needs.
Oct 23, 20262 min read
DepEd is preparing guidelines for all schools regarding the expected effects of El Niño during School Year 2026–2027. These protocols address student safety from extreme heat and water shortages while ensuring the continuation of classes and feeding services.
Oct 22, 20262 min read
The YAKAP health caravan provided medical services for over 1,600 individuals in Sulu. This coincided with the formal absorption of the Sulu SDO into DepEd Region IX.
Oct 20, 20262 min read
Education Secretary Sonny Angara presented the proposed PHP 969.79 billion budget for DepEd in FY 2027 to the Senate, along with a request for an extra PHP 147.93 billion.
Oct 19, 20262 min read
DepEd is expanding learner-led peer facilitation through the My Buddy System alongside counseling and teacher check-ins to build a safer school environment. This initiative is part of the DepEd's mental health and psychosocial support framework.
Oct 19, 20262 min read
CHED, through the Office of Programs and Standards Development, conducted orientation-workshops for Technical Panels regarding the Revised Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) Level Descriptors and the Level Alignment Matrix (LAM).
Oct 18, 20262 min read
The Department of Education is expanding learner-led peer facilitation through the My Buddy System, alongside structured counseling and teacher check-ins, as part of its mental health framework. This initiative is part of the broader School Safety Campaign.
Oct 17, 20261 min read
DepEd is temporarily allowing public school students to wear sleeveless shirts or comfortable civilian clothes due to extreme classroom heat caused by the looming Super El Niño. This relaxed dress code aims to prioritize student comfort while maintaining decency.