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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

DepEd honors teachers with month-long celebration

PASIG CITY, September 5, 2018 – The Department of Education (DepEd) honors the teaching profession through the National Teachers’ Month (NTM) celebration from September 5 to October 5, 2018, with October 5 to be observed as the National Teachers’ Day (NTD) and the World Teachers’ Day (WTD). With the theme...