PASIG CITY, June 29, 2018 – In recognition of her unparalleled contributions as an educator, a champion of fiscal management and social development, and a public servant, the University of the Philippines-National College of Public Administration and Governance (UP-NCPAG) formally honored Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones as one of its pillars during continue reading : UP-NCPAG honors Secretary Briones for sterling legacy in education, governance
Update on the procurement of razors for the Senior High School Program at DepEd Region 10
PASIG CITY, June 29, 2018 – Initial information received by the Department of Education (DepEd) on the alleged overpricing of razors procured by DepEd Region 10 revealed that the supplier of the items in question did not comply with the technical specifications provided by the Bureau of Learning Resources (BLR). Targeted for use of Senior continue reading : Update on the procurement of razors for the Senior High School Program at DepEd Region 10
DepEd reports increased budget utilization, closes gap of underspending in education
PASIG CITY, June 29, 2018 – The Department of Education (DepEd) affirms that it has made significant strides in addressing its fiscal challenges, and is finally on its way to closing the gap of underspending within the agency. From 88% obligation rate in 2015, DepEd has increased its budget utilization to 90% in 2016, and continue reading : DepEd reports increased budget utilization, closes gap of underspending in education
Statement on the procurement of razors for the Senior High School Program at DepEd Region X
June 26, 2018 PASIG CITY, June 26, 2018 – The Department of Education (DepEd) has constituted a fact-finding committee to look into alleged overprizing of razors procured by DepEd Region 10, reported by Philippine Daily Inquirer and published online on June 25, 2018. Based on initial reports gathered by the DepEd central office from field continue reading : Statement on the procurement of razors for the Senior High School Program at DepEd Region X
Statement on Sen. Sonny Angara’s call to address bullying in schools
June 21, 2018 PASIG CITY, June 21, 2018 – The Department of Education reiterates its commitment to promote a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating environment for all learners as it enforces zero tolerance on cases of child abuse, violence, exploitation, discrimination, bullying, and other forms of abuse. Its Child Protection Policy, issued through DepEd Order continue reading : Statement on Sen. Sonny Angara’s call to address bullying in schools
Statement on the proposal of PDEA for mandatory drug testing of all students age 10 and older
June 21, 2018 PASIG CITY, June 21, 2018 – The Department of Education (DepEd) observed that the proposal of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Administration (PDEA) to test all students age 10 and older may require the amendment of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, which authorizes drug testing for secondary and tertiary level students continue reading : Statement on the proposal of PDEA for mandatory drug testing of all students age 10 and older
Armina Omar: ALS fueled our hopes, rekindled our dreams
June 20, 2018 “Ang Alternative Learning System (ALS) ay isang programa na nagbukas muli sa aming pag-asa.” This was the testimony of 24-year-old Armina A. Omar in front of her fellow ALS high school completers during their graduation at the City Coliseum of Tetuan. This native of Matikang Lantawan, Basilan has always dreamed of becoming continue reading : Armina Omar: ALS fueled our hopes, rekindled our dreams
Rising from every fall: The story of an ALS completer, passer in Zamboanga City
June 20, 2018 Confucius once said, “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” Zsarra Liez Sinsuan is a living testament that downfalls serve as wake-up calls to rethink and reprioritize our goals. Despite the difficult circumstances she had to endure during her teenage years, Zsarra – a continue reading : Rising from every fall: The story of an ALS completer, passer in Zamboanga City
Teacher-turned-school head proves how education transcends geographic, religious boundaries
June 14, 2018 “If we want to achieve lasting peace, education is the key to open the doors of intellectual and spiritual well-being of learners so that they may grow up to be productive, responsible, and God-loving citizens of the country.” These are the words of Sarah Handang, a public servant from the Department of continue reading : Teacher-turned-school head proves how education transcends geographic, religious boundaries
A billiard champ’s journey to Palarong Pambansa
April 17, 2018 For the second year in a row, Negros Oriental’s billiard champion Ralph Gerald Aming is aiming to ace the nine-ball category of billiards in the 2018 Palarong Pambansa. He believes that there will be a number of seasoned contenders in this year’s competition, but he vows to do his best to outsmart continue reading : A billiard champ’s journey to Palarong Pambansa