Memorandum Circular No. 67, s. 2024 announces a half-day suspension of classes and government work starting at 12:00 p.m. on October 31, 2024. This allows employees to observe All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day and encourages domestic travel. Essential services will remain operational.
Classes in several areas, including Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and parts of Metro Manila, have been suspended on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Kristine. Schools in affected regions will either close or shift to online learning to ensure student safety.
Classes have been suspended in several areas for Tuesday, October 22, due to Tropical Depression Kristine. Schools in regions such as Albay, Bohol, and Northern Samar will remain closed as a safety measure. Stay tuned for updates as more local governments announce suspensions.
The viral “Pangalan” vs. “Pangngalan” debate highlights a key difference in Filipino grammar. “Pangalan” means “name,” while “Pangngalan” correctly translates to “noun.” This article clears up the confusion and explains why the teacher was right.
The new Matatag curriculum introduced by DepEd aims to reduce the workload of public school students by limiting overlapping assignments and performance tasks. Through better teacher coordination and a phased approach to curriculum revision, students can focus more on learning and less on being overwhelmed.
DepEd Western Visayas struggles to fill teaching and non-teaching posts, leaving schools in key provinces short-staffed, impacting education quality.
The Filipino subject in Senior High School (SHS) may be reduced or removed in the new curriculum by DepEd, sparking concerns from “Tanggol Wika.” They argue that the subject is vital for students’ language skills and national identity and are urging DepEd to reconsider this decision.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is pushing for Senate Bill No. 2840 to improve teacher standards in the Philippines. The bill introduces stricter qualifications, alternative licensure pathways, and more transparency in the licensure exam process, aiming to enhance teacher preparation and education quality.
DepEd, in partnership with the SEC, is launching financial literacy programs to teach students, out-of-school youth, and teachers how to manage finances and avoid investment scams. This initiative aims to protect Filipinos from fraud while promoting smart money management.
DepEd has shortened the midyear break to just two days of rest on November 28-29, with distance learning from November 25-27. This aims to keep the school year on track, but some are concerned about student fatigue. Key November events include Araw ng Pagbasa on November 27 and Bonifacio Day on November 30.