Manila Bulletin – DepEd curriculum reforms significantly boost Grade 2 students’ learning — studies

Early evidence from the pilot implementation of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) MATATAG K-to-10 Curriculum shows promising learning gains among Grade 2 students — reinforcing the importance of decongesting the curriculum and prioritizing mastery of foundational skills. In a statement issued on Monday, January 19, the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) cited studies … Read more

Catholic schools call on Marcos to reinstate Sonny Angara as DepEd Secretary

CEAP underscores the urgency of maintaining stability within the Education Department as the Cabinet undergoes restructuring Published May 24, 2025 05:03 pm Citing his decisive leadership and dedication to improving the country’s education system in a short span of time, the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) on Saturday, May 24, called on President Marcos … Read more

Over 300 barangays to receive funding for daycare centers

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and Department of Education (DepEd) signed a joint circular on Thursday, April 3, establishing guidelines for local government units to build over 300 daycare centers in underserved barangays. This follows President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s March 4 directive for the DBM to prioritize funding childhood development … Read more

If heat index surpasses 44 Celsius: DepEd-7 to shift classes to blended learning

CEBU, Philippines — The Department of Education in Central Visayas (DepEd-7) is closely monitoring the region’s rising heat index and has issued precautionary measures to protect learners and educators from extreme heat. DepEd-7 Regional Director Salustiano Jimenez said that local schools are directed to immediately shift to blended learning if the heat index surpasses 44°C. … Read more

Lack of sex ed makes youth easy targets for 'predators' – abuse survivors – Philstar.com

Lack of sex ed makes youth easy targets for ‘predators’ – abuse survivors  Philstar.com Facts, not histrionics  Inquirer.net 7 senators withdraw support for bill vs teen pregnancy  The Manila Times Lawmakers push for child welfare, education reform  pna.gov.ph Senators withdraw support of Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy bill over criticism  ABS-CBN.COM Source link