Starting January 2025, CPD Units Are Required to Renew Your PRC License
Starting January 2025, all licensed teachers in the Philippines must have CPD units to renew their PRC license. Find out how to earn yours now, including free options.
Walang Pasok: Class Suspensions on October 24, 2024 (Thursday)
Due to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (Trami), several areas have suspended classes on Thursday, October 24. This includes Metro Manila, Bicol, and more regions across the Philippines. Check the full list of affected locations and stay informed with the latest updates from local authorities.
Memorandum Circular No. 67, s. 2024: Half-Day Work Suspension on October 31, 2024
Memorandum Circular No. 67, s. 2024 announces a half-day suspension of classes and government work starting at 12:00 p.m. on October 31, 2024. This allows employees to observe All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day and encourages domestic travel. Essential services will remain operational.
Walang Pasok: Class Suspensions on October 23, 2024 (Wednesday)
Classes in several areas, including Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and parts of Metro Manila, have been suspended on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Kristine. Schools in affected regions will either close or shift to online learning to ensure student safety.
Walang Pasok: Class Suspensions on October 22, 2024 (Tuesday)
Classes have been suspended in several areas for Tuesday, October 22, due to Tropical Depression Kristine. Schools in regions such as Albay, Bohol, and Northern Samar will remain closed as a safety measure. Stay tuned for updates as more local governments announce suspensions.
PANGALAN vs PANGNGALAN: Viral Debate on Facebook Explained
The viral “Pangalan” vs. “Pangngalan” debate highlights a key difference in Filipino grammar. “Pangalan” means “name,” while “Pangngalan” correctly translates to “noun.” This article clears up the confusion and explains why the teacher was right.
DepEd’s “Matatag” Curriculum Aims to Help Students, Not Overburden Them
The new Matatag curriculum introduced by DepEd aims to reduce the workload of public school students by limiting overlapping assignments and performance tasks. Through better teacher coordination and a phased approach to curriculum revision, students can focus more on learning and less on being overwhelmed.
Filling Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts a Major Problem for DepEd
DepEd Western Visayas struggles to fill teaching and non-teaching posts, leaving schools in key provinces short-staffed, impacting education quality.
Filipino Subject in SHS Might Be Removed or Reduced
The Filipino subject in Senior High School (SHS) may be reduced or removed in the new curriculum by DepEd, sparking concerns from “Tanggol Wika.” They argue that the subject is vital for students’ language skills and national identity and are urging DepEd to reconsider this decision.
Strengthening Teacher Standards in the Philippines: A Push for Senate Bill No. 2840
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is pushing for Senate Bill No. 2840 to improve teacher standards in the Philippines. The bill introduces stricter qualifications, alternative licensure pathways, and more transparency in the licensure exam process, aiming to enhance teacher preparation and education quality.