The Department of Education (DepEd) enforces a six-hour daily teaching limit for public school teachers, offering compensation for any overload hours. However, educators express concerns about the policy’s impact, citing increased workloads and curriculum challenges. Learn more about how this policy affects teachers.
Teacher Marjorie Llanto tragically died from extreme stress after being publicly insulted by her principal. Her story highlights the dangers of workplace bullying and the urgent need for mental health support for teachers.
Teacher Mary Hazel Austria from El Nido National High School filed a formal complaint against her principal for daily public humiliation. The mistreatment, often in front of staff and students, deeply affected her, prompting her to speak out despite fears. Learn more about the incident and its impact.
The Teacher Education Council will redesign the curriculum by end of 2024, focusing on improving teacher quality and adapting to regional needs.
DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara revealed that P500 billion is needed to implement a proposed P15,000 salary increase for over 800,000 teachers. Despite financial challenges, Angara emphasized the government’s commitment to improving teachers’ compensation in the coming years.
DepEd is facing a teacher shortage as thousands leave yearly due to retirement, better opportunities abroad, and limited career growth. Despite salary increases and hiring efforts, filling vacancies remains slow, and reforms are needed to address the growing educator gap.
President Marcos Jr. has proclaimed special non-working days for September 2024 across various regions in the Philippines to honor local events and traditions.
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.
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.
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.