The Department of Education (DepEd) is committed to improving the skills and knowledge of teachers and education staff. To achieve this, the National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) has announced its Professional Development (PD) Programs as part of the 2024-2025 In-Service Training (INSET). This training aims to ensure that teachers continue to meet high professional standards and provide quality education to students.

Here’s a simple guide to the program:

Key Dates and Flexibility

The INSET for the school year (SY) 2024-2025 is scheduled to take place from November 25 to 29, 2024.

However, some schools may face challenges, like typhoons or other disruptions. In such cases:

• Schools unaffected by these issues will follow the original schedule.
• Schools impacted by class suspensions will receive separate instructions to adjust their INSET dates.

Purpose of the INSET

The main goal of this year’s INSET is to help teachers:

1. Strengthen their knowledge of subject content.
2. Improve teaching methods to better meet the needs of students.

The training uses a professional learning ecosystem approach, encouraging teachers to continuously grow and adapt to modern education challenges.

Professional Development Resources

NEAP has designed a series of Professional Development (PD) Programs that can be accessed online. Teachers can check the training materials at NEAP PD Programs. These programs cover various topics and are tailored to meet the needs of educators at different grade levels.

Guidelines for Schools

To ensure a smooth implementation of the INSET, schools are required to follow these steps:

1. Regional Directors must provide guidance and technical support to their schools.
2. School Division Superintendents and Heads must ensure that all teachers from Kindergarten to Grade 12 attend the training.
3. The PD Programs should be selected based on the specific needs of teachers in each school.

Monitoring and Evaluation

NEAP is also introducing the NEAP e-M&E Tool. This tool will help schools:

• Track the progress of teacher training.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of PD programs.
• Ensure proper use of funds for the training.

Regional offices and schools are directed to adopt this tool to maintain transparency and efficiency during the INSET.

Orientation for INSET

To prepare for the INSET, a National Orientation will be held on November 20, 2024, at 2:00 PM via Microsoft Teams. This session will guide education officials on how to implement the training effectively.

Participants must register through this link: INSET Orientation Registration.

Who to Contact for Help

For any questions or concerns about the INSET, teachers and school officials can contact the following NEAP officers:

Why INSET Matters

Professional development programs like the INSET are essential for improving education quality. They ensure that teachers stay updated with new teaching methods, technologies, and strategies to support their students effectively.

With DepEd and NEAP’s efforts, this training provides a great opportunity for teachers to grow professionally and contribute to better learning outcomes for students.

Read the memorandum below:

FAQs about the NEAP INSET