EDCOM 2’s report reveals how Sara Duterte’s tenure as DepEd Secretary worsened the education crisis through mismanagement, misuse of funds, and neglect of critical issues like teacher shortages and classroom backlogs. Rep. France Castro calls for urgent reforms to address these failures.
The House has approved a bill allowing qualified Grade 10 students to skip Senior High School by passing an Honors Exam, saving time and costs while preparing them for college.
The Second Tranche Salary Schedule for Government Employees in 2025 updates pay rates to ensure fair and competitive compensation for public servants.
President Marcos raised concerns over DepEd’s ₱11 billion budget cut for 2025, warning it could worsen the teacher shortage and delay key programs like school construction and technology upgrades.
The Supreme Court ruled that schools cannot suspend unmarried teachers for being pregnant, stating that premarital pregnancy is not immoral under Philippine law. The decision emphasizes that morality in workplace policies should be based on public and secular standards, not religious beliefs. This landmark ruling protects individual rights and prevents discrimination based on personal choices.
DepEd will release the historic Php 20,000 Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) for teaching and non-teaching personnel starting December 20, 2024.
As of December 12, 2024, the Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) for DepEd employees is confirmed, with a proposed amount of P20,000 per employee. The final amount and administrative order are still pending but are expected to align with previous timelines. Stay updated through reliable sources for further announcements.
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has directed the DBM and DepEd to increase the Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) for public school teachers from ₱18,000 to ₱20,000. This move, benefiting over 1 million DepEd personnel, aims to boost teacher morale and highlight their critical role in shaping Filipino learners’ futures. Further updates on the implementation timeline are expected soon.
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception 2024 will be celebrated on December 9 due to its overlap with the Second Sunday of Advent. Learn why and its significance!
The proposed loan moratorium for teachers sparks concerns over mounting interest. Is it a solution to financial stress or a deeper debt trap?