President Marcos Declares Special Non-Working Days for September 2024
President Marcos Jr. has proclaimed special non-working days for September 2024 across various regions in the Philippines to honor local events and traditions.
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2024 National Teachers’ Month: Angara Promises More Support and Benefits for Teachers
During the 2024 National Teachers’ Month, Education Secretary Sonny Angara promised more support for teachers, including salary increases, tax-free allowances, and expanded career opportunities, highlighting their vital role in nation-building.
List of SDOs with Released Salary Increase Differential
Starting in 2024, employees of National Government Agencies (NGAs) will see a series of salary increases, applied retroactively from January 1. This adjustment ensures that all government employees receive back pay to match the new salary rates, with further annual increases planned through 2027 to enhance financial stability for public servants.
“We Will Change the System” – Sec. Angara
The Commission on Audit reported that DepEd completed only 192 classrooms in 2023, well below the target of 6,379. New DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara has pledged to address delays and overhaul the system to improve project implementation and ensure students have better learning environments.
PHP 26.9B Salary Increase for Public School Personnel set to release
The Department of Education is set to release a PHP 26.9 billion salary increase for public school teachers and staff in September 2024, as part of an initiative to recognize and support the educational sector’s vital workforce.
DepEd to Bring Back One-Hour Classes to Ease Teacher Workload
DepEd plans to restore one-hour classes in Philippine schools to ease teacher workload and improve education quality, says Sec. Angara.
DepEd Requests Additional P61.74 Billion Budget for 2025
The Department of Education (DepEd) has requested an additional P61.74 billion for its 2025 budget to enhance educational infrastructure and resources. This increase aims to support new classroom constructions, improve learning materials, and expand human resource programs, ensuring better educational outcomes across the Philippines.
Status of Salary Differential per Region! (SARO/NCA/Payment)
With the release of Executive Order (EO) No. 64, s. 2024, government employees will start receiving their salary increases this …
DepEd Under VP Sara Duterte Fails to Meet Expectations, COA 2023 Audit
The 2023 COA audit reveals significant shortcomings in the Department of Education under VP Sara Duterte’s leadership, highlighting failures in meeting educational targets, mismanagement of funds, and issues in procurement processes.
School Personnel to Receive P10k Annual Allowance Starting Next Year
Starting next year, school personnel, including teachers and staff, will benefit from a P10k annual allowance, thanks to the new Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act.