NEWS

DepEd to Deploy 15,000 Teachers as Principals to Solve Shortage

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DepEd to deploy 15,000 teachers as school principals to address principal shortage in the Philippines

DepEd is set to deploy 15,000 qualified teachers as school principals to address the shortage of school leaders in the Philippines. This move aims to improve school management, support teachers, and enhance student learning. Additionally, DepEd will release interim guidelines to ensure principals assigned to offices return to their schools. With stronger leadership, schools can provide better education and a brighter future for students nationwide.

Cebu Teacher Accused of Biting Two Students

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A Cebu high school teacher accused of biting two students, with parents filing complaints and DepEd taking action.

A teacher in Cebu City is facing complaints after allegedly biting two male students, one of whom was asked to remove his shirt to show his abs. The parents of the victims have filed a case, while DepEd Central Visayas assured that they will not tolerate such actions. The school has also taken steps to support the affected students.

Teachers to Receive Up to P10,000 Allowance

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act, granting teachers a tax-free teaching supply allowance up to P10,000.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act, granting public school teachers an annual teaching supply allowance of up to P10,000. Under Republic Act No. 11997, teachers will receive P5,000 for School Year 2024-2025, increasing to P10,000 in 2025-2026. The allowance is tax-free, ensuring teachers can fully use the funds for essential classroom materials. This law aims to support educators, enhance learning, and reduce teachers’ personal expenses on school supplies.

P15,000 Salary Hike for Teachers Must Be an Election Priority

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P15,000 salary hike for teachers urged by TDC as an election issue, with HelplinePH branding.

The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC) is urging election candidates to support a P15,000 salary hike for teachers, stressing that fair pay is crucial for quality education. With rising living costs, TDC insists this increase must be a top legislative priority to uplift teachers and improve the education system.

DepEd Plans One Principal-One School Policy to Address Leadership Shortage

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DepEd announces One Principal-One School Policy to address school head shortage in the Philippines – helplineph.com

DepEd is set to implement a one principal-one school policy to address the shortage of school heads in over 24,000 public schools. The plan includes promoting qualified teachers, redistributing principals to underserved areas, and decentralizing the principal qualifying exam to improve accessibility. This move aims to strengthen school leadership, enhance teacher performance, and improve student learning outcomes across the country.