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VP-Sec. Sara underscores valuable insights of SEAMEO Centers to MATATAG implementation during Malaysia visit

​ MALAYSIA, February 15, 2024 – Vice President of the Philippines and Secretary of Education Sara Z. Duterte cited the successful education strategies of the Malaysian Ministry of Education and the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Centers which can offer valuable insights for the Philippines in its implementation...

DepEd, partners call for more opportunities for women in STEM field

​ QUEZON CITY, February 15, 2024 — Underscoring the importance of involvement, diversity, and access of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) field, the Department of Education (DepEd) gathered around 500 female learners and teachers to celebrate the 2024 International Day of Women and Girls in Science on...

DepEd, Cebu City forge partnership for 2024 Palarong Pambansa

​ CEBU CITY, 03 February 2024 — Vice President of the Philippines and Secretary of Education Sara Z. Duterte and the Local Government Unit (LGU) – Cebu City signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on Friday to ensure the intensive preparation for the 2024 Palarong Pambansa. “We affirm our unwavering...

VP Sara, DepEd affirm poverty reduction efforts through accessible, quality education transition of the 14 schools

​ MANILA, 28 January 2024 – Spearheaded by Vice President of the Philippines and Secretary of Education Sara Z. Duterte, the Department of Education (DepEd) affirmed its commitment to poverty reduction efforts of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration during the Bagong Pilipinas Kick-off Rally on Sunday. VP-Secretary Duterte led the...

VP Sara order removal of administrative tasks for teachers, commits more projects anchored on teacher welfare

PASAY CITY, January 27, 2024 — Emphasizing the agency’s commitment to give support to teachers to teach better, Vice President of the Philippines and Secretary of the Department of Education Sara Z. Duterte on Thursday formally signed the policy on the Immediate Removal of Administrative Tasks of Public School Teachers...

VP Sara vows to sustain momentum in pursuing MATATAG reforms in BER 2024

​ PASAY CITY, 25 January 2024 – Vice President of the Philippines and Secretary of Education Sara Z. Duterte on Thursday conveyed the commitment of the Department of Education (DepEd) in achieving the MATATAG Agenda during her second Basic Education Report. In her report, VP Sara highlighted major accomplishments a...