Republic Act 12027: Discontinuing the Use of Mother Tongue in Kindergarten to Grade 3

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Memorandum of Republic Act 12027, discontinuing mother tongue in Kindergarten to Grade 3 with HelplinePH.com website URL.

Republic Act 12027 discontinues the use of the mother tongue as the primary medium of instruction from Kindergarten to Grade 3. The law mandates the use of Filipino and English as the main languages in schools, with the mother tongue remaining optional in monolingual classes. This shift aims to standardize education and improve student readiness for higher learning, but also presents challenges, especially in areas where local languages are dominant.

Suspension of Work and Classes for APMCDRR 2024

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Memorandum Circular No. 66 work and class suspension for APMCDRR 2024 in Manila

The Philippine government has issued Memorandum Circular No. 66, suspending work and classes in Manila and Pasay on October 14 and 16, 2024, to accommodate the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR). This major event will focus on enhancing disaster risk reduction efforts across the region.

PISA 2025 takers to get computer

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DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara discussing the distribution of computers to 200 schools for PISA preparation - helplineph.com

DepEd will provide computers to 200 schools to help students prepare for the PISA exam. The plan includes computer training, improving skills in numeracy, literacy, and science, and creating practice tests to boost student performance.

Marcos Jr. Promises Better Salaries and Benefits for Public School Teachers

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President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., announces salary and benefit increases for public school teachers in the Philippines.

The Marcos Jr. administration has promised to raise public school teachers’ salaries and benefits. This includes doubling the annual teaching allowance to ₱10,000 and adding a ₱7,000 medical allowance starting in 2025. Plans also cover career growth, mental health support, and better healthcare access to improve teachers’ well-being and the quality of education.

House to Prioritize Higher Pay, More Benefits for Teachers

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House Speaker Romualdez promises higher pay and more benefits for teachers during National Teachers' Day celebration - helplineph.com.

House of Representatives to prioritize better pay and more benefits for teachers. Speaker Romualdez assures full support, while new laws like the “Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Law” aim to double teaching allowances. Read more about the education reforms ahead.

High School Principal Arrested for Alleged Lascivious Acts

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Arrested Quezon City high school principal with the title of the article and helplineph.com URL

A high school principal in Quezon City was arrested for allegedly committing lascivious acts against four Grade 10 students. The Department of Education (DepEd) quickly responded by appointing an Officer-in-Charge, launching an investigation, and providing psychological support to the affected students.

Walang Pasok: Class Suspensions on October 2, 2024 (Wednesday)

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Students, parents, and teachers wearing raincoats and holding umbrellas during Typhoon #JulianPH as classes are suspended on October 2, 2024.

Several areas have announced class suspensions for Wednesday, October 2, 2024, due to Typhoon #JulianPH. Heavy rains and flooding have led local government units to prioritize safety. In Cagayan, all levels in Calayan are suspended, while Binmaley in Pangasinan has canceled classes up to senior high school. Stay informed and follow safety precautions during this severe weather.