The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the filing of graft charges against former Education Secretary Leonor Briones and over a dozen other officials in connection with the Department of Education’s (DepEd) controversial P2.4-billion procurement of overpriced laptops for public school teachers during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a 106-page resolution dated July … Read more
In a move aimed at simplifying the enrollment process, the Department of Education (DepEd) announced that parents and guardians will now only need to submit a student’s birth certificate once during the entire K-12 education cycle. Education Secretary Sonny Angara confirmed the new policy on Saturday, stating that it is part of the department’s broader … Read more
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 … Read more
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara to dismiss Principal Venus Divinia Nietes from her position at Colonel Ruperto Abellon National High School (CRANS) in Laua-an, Antique. The move follows a controversial incident on April 15 during the school’s year-end ceremony. The issue erupted after a video of the … Read more
Several local government units (LGUs) have suspended face-to-face classes for Friday, March 7, 2025, due to extreme heat. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned of high temperatures, prompting preventive measures to ensure student safety. Areas with Class Suspensions: Metro Manila: Luzon: Visayas: PAGASA Weather Forecast and Heat Index: On Thursday, … Read more
An official linked to alleged misuse of government funds within the Office of the Vice President (OVP) fled the Philippines on Monday night, House committee secretary Sheryl Lagrosas informed lawmakers during a hearing on Tuesday. According to Lagrosas, Attorney Zuleika Lopez, one of the seven OVP officials facing scrutiny, departed for Los Angeles, USA, boarding … Read more
In a significant move to support educators, the Department of Education (DepEd) has announced an increase in the Vacation Service Credits (VSCs) for teachers, raising the allowance from the previous 15 days to 30 days annually. This decision aims to provide teachers with more flexibility in managing their work-life balance and addressing personal needs. The … Read more
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has greenlit the return to the traditional school calendar, setting the opening of the 2024-2025 school year on July 29, 2024. The decision was made during a sectoral meeting in Malacañang on May 21, 2024, attended by Education Secretary and Vice President Sara Duterte, aiming to address public concerns and gradually … Read more
The Department of Education (DepEd) is gearing up for a significant shift in the school calendar, with plans to open the 2025-2026 school year in June. This change marks an acceleration in DepEd’s timetable, as the upcoming school year 2024-2025 will commence on July 29 and conclude on March 31, 2025. This accelerated timetable, announced … Read more
The untimely death of a student at Siwalo National High School in Maasin identified only as “Javier,” has sparked controversy and mourning within the community. The tragic incident revolves around the 16-year-old’s inability to cope with the 64 grade given by his Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) teacher, ultimately leading to his decision to end … Read more