The Department of Education (DepEd) plans to reduce Senior High School (SHS) subjects to just five or six, giving students more time for work immersion. This change aims to equip SHS graduates with practical skills for better job opportunities after school.
DepEd is tackling class suspensions from recent typhoons by planning make-up classes and blended learning options. These measures aim to help students catch up on missed days and prevent learning loss.
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.
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.
Many Grade 10 students in the Philippines struggle with reading due to issues like “mass promotion” and lack of support. Learn what’s behind this crisis.
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.
For SY 2024-2025, classroom observation linked to the Result-Based Performance Management System (RPMS) has been suspended. However, schools will continue to observe teachers for the purpose of providing technical assistance, ensuring teachers still receive guidance and support in improving their classroom practices.
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.
DepEd plans to restore one-hour classes in Philippine schools to ease teacher workload and improve education quality, says Sec. Angara.