Briones: Strengthening global citizenship key to achieving education goals 2030

MANILA, September 18, 2018 – Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones underscored the importance of strengthening global citizenship in achieving the education targets set by various international organizations including the United Nations, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), and the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education continue reading : Briones: Strengthening global citizenship key to achieving education goals 2030

DepEd, PNP foil illegal online sale of DepEd-issued laptop; warns of legal action vs theft of gov’t property

PASIG CITY, September 18, 2018 – “The theft and improper use of DepEd property, including Department-issued laptops, computers, and other devices will not be tolerated.” This was the stern warning of Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones to the public, following a successful entrapment operation conducted earlier this month by a Joint Special Operations Group from the continue reading : DepEd, PNP foil illegal online sale of DepEd-issued laptop; warns of legal action vs theft of gov’t property

DepEd braces for Typhoon ‘Ompong’, mobilizes preparedness of schools

PASIG CITY, September 13, 2018 – In anticipation of the possible effects of Typhoon “Ompong” on 11 regions as it approaches the country, the Department of Education (DepEd), through its Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS), is coordinating with different agencies of the government for preparedness, monitoring, and response efforts. Based on data gathered continue reading : DepEd braces for Typhoon ‘Ompong’, mobilizes preparedness of schools

Teachers to enjoy treats from partners for National Teachers’ Month

PASIG CITY, September 12, 2018 – In recognition of teachers’ tireless dedication and unwavering commitment to service, the Department of Education (DepEd) celebrates National Teachers’ Month (NTM) from September 5 to October 5. With the theme, “Gurong Pilipino: Turo Mo, Kinabukasan Ko,” the celebration highlights the teachers’ invaluable contribution to the delivery of quality, accessible, continue reading : Teachers to enjoy treats from partners for National Teachers’ Month

DepEd, partners salute teachers for serving Filipino learners

PASIG CITY, September 12, 2018 – Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones reiterated the importance of publicly honoring teachers during the press conference on the 2018 National Teachers’ Month (NTM), National Teachers’ Day (NTD), and World Teachers’ Day (WTD) celebrations held on September 11 at the Bulwagan ng Karunungan. “All of us know continue reading : DepEd, partners salute teachers for serving Filipino learners

Four teachers conferred as Metrobank Foundation’s Outstanding Filipinos

MAKATI CITY, September 8, 2018 – Four teachers received honors as 2018 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos during the awarding ceremony held on September 7 at the Metrobank Plaza Auditorium. The teacher-awardees are: Mary Jane Ramo, Master Teacher II of Tonggo Elementary School (Tudela, Misamis Occidental); Alma Janagap, Ed.D., Master Teacher II of Pavia National High continue reading : Four teachers conferred as Metrobank Foundation’s Outstanding Filipinos

National Literacy Conference and Awards highlights partnerships as key to inclusive literacy

BAGUIO CITY, September 7, 2018 – With the aim to bolster partnerships and community participation in improving inclusive literacy in the country, the Department of Education (DepEd) conducted the 2018 National Literacy Conference and Awards (NLCA) from September 5 to 6 at the Hotel Supreme Convention Plaza. Spearheaded by DepEd’s Literacy Coordinating Council (LCC), NLCA continue reading : National Literacy Conference and Awards highlights partnerships as key to inclusive literacy

Education chief underscores importance of 21st century learning, expresses gratitude to partners

LIPA CITY, BATANGAS, September 3, 2018 – Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones highlighted anew the importance of instilling 21st century competencies in learners, and expressed her gratitude to all partners who make this possible during the recent program of the provincial government of Batangas held at the Inosloban-Marawoy National High School in continue reading : Education chief underscores importance of 21st century learning, expresses gratitude to partners

DepEd, child protection experts commit to ensure safe, free-from-harm environment for learners

PASAY CITY, September 1, 2018 – To further ensure that the best interest of learners is always considered and realized, the Department of Education (DepEd) gathered around 400 child protection experts and advocates from government and non-government organizations for the first National Child Protection Summit last August 23 to 24 at the SMX Convention Center continue reading : DepEd, child protection experts commit to ensure safe, free-from-harm environment for learners