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DepEd chief supports integration of Cordillera’s traditional backstrap weaving in K to 12 curriculum

TABUK CITY, March 4, 2019 – Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones expressed her support to the integration of the traditional backstrap weaving of the indigenous peoples the Province of Kalinga into the K to 12 curriculum. The DepEd chief graced the launch of the backstrap weaving or...

Briones calls for greater vigilance towards protection of children

DUMAGUETE CITY, March 3, 2019 – Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones called on civil society organizations, local government units, national government institutions, and the rest of the community to be more vigilant in protecting children because they are the first victims of accidents and abuse. She made...

DepEd chief opens Cordillera athletic meet 2019 in Apayao

LUNA, APAYAO, March 1, 2019 – A crowd of around 7,000 athletes, coaches, tournament officials, and heads of delegations from all over the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) flocked to the Apayao Eco-Tourism and Sports Complex (AETSC) for the opening of the five-day CAR Athletic Association (CARAA) Meet, which will end...

DepEd, UNESCO, KOICA boost efforts to strengthen ALS program

MAKATI CITY, March 1, 2019 – The Department of Education (DepEd), United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) – Jakarta Office, and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) moved to further strengthen the Alternative Learning System (ALS) Program through the conduct of a national forum on February 28 at The...

DepEd, outstanding teachers receive award at Metrobank Foundation’s 40th anniversary

PASAY CITY, February 27, 2019 – Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones received a Partner in Empowerment, Advocacy, and Commitment to Excellence (PEACE) trophy awarded to the Department of Education (DepEd) by the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. (MBFI) during its 40th anniversary celebration at the Le Pavillon, Metropolitan Park, Pasay City on February...

Education chief highlights importance of 21st century skills in PH education system during 3rd EduTECH forum

PASAY CITY, February 23, 2019 – Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones underscored the importance of instilling 21st century skills among all learners during the 3rd Annual EduTECH Philippines Conference and Exhibition held from February 20 to 21 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. In her...