The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued a public warning against the spread of false information on social media claiming that the K to 12 program will be removed by School Year 2025–2026. In an official statement released on Tuesday, DepEd clarified that such posts are fake and should not be believed or shared.
“BABALA SA PUBLIKO: Fake news ang kumakalat na post sa social media tungkol sa pagtanggal ng K to 12 program sa darating na SY 2025–2026,” the agency said. It emphasized that the Department remains committed to the K to 12 basic education curriculum and has made no decision or announcement about abolishing the program.
The Department urged the public to remain vigilant and to verify information before believing or reposting it, especially when it concerns critical matters such as education policy. “DepEd reminds everyone to be cautious and discerning against misinformation,” the agency stated.
DepEd also encouraged concerned citizens to help in combating the spread of fake news by reporting any misinformation related to basic education to its official email address at [email protected].
The K to 12 program, which was implemented in 2012, added two additional years to the basic education curriculum in the Philippines—Grades 11 and 12, known as senior high school. It was designed to better prepare Filipino students for tertiary education, employment, or entrepreneurship.
Despite criticisms and calls from some sectors to review or revise the program, DepEd has not announced any plans to scrap it. Instead, the Department is focusing on curriculum enhancements and reforms to address issues of learning recovery and quality.
Education officials reminded the public that only official announcements from the DepEd’s verified communication channels, such as their website and social media pages, should be trusted.
This warning comes amid the increasing problem of disinformation being spread online, which can easily mislead parents, students, and educators. The Department reiterated its commitment to transparency and accurate communication as part of its effort to improve public trust in the education system.
BABALA SA PUBLIKO ⚠️
— DepEd (@DepEd_PH) May 14, 2025
Fake news ang kumakalat na post sa social media tungkol sa pagtanggal ng K to 12 program sa darating na SY 2025-2026.
Pinaaalalahanan ng DepEd ang publiko na mag-ingat at maging mapanuri laban sa misinformation.
I-report ang anumang uri ng maling balita o… pic.twitter.com/AmZYUCeOtK
DepEd called on the media, educators, and the public to help amplify accurate information and report false content to prevent confusion and panic among Filipino families.