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TEACHERS TO GET FREE CANVA FOR EDUCATION ACCESS

Public school teachers and staff across the country are set to receive free access and training on Canva for Education starting November, following the Department of Education’s (DepEd) partnership with Canva Philippines. Education Secretary Sonny Angara signed a partnership with Canva Philippines for the rollout of Canva for Education to further bring digital design and […]

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DEPED MOVES TO RESTART CLASSES AFTER KRISTINE

The Department of Education (DepEd), under the leadership of Secretary Sonny Angara, has mobilized rapid response efforts to ensure that students can return to their studies as soon as possible following the disruption caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.   Angara praised the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) staff and DepEd personnel nationwide who […]

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DEPED, IBP SIGN PACT TO GIVE TEACHERS LEGAL AID

The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) signed a Memorandum of Agreement onto provide free legal aid to DepEd teachers and personnel across the country. Witnessed by representatives from DepEd Teachers Union (DTU), Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT), and Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC) during the ceremonial signing, the partnership […]

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TEACHERS ARE HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPERS – ANGARA

Education Secretary Sonny Angara underscored the vital role of teachers as key drivers of human capital development during his address at the 50th Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E). Speaking before business leaders and stakeholders from the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), Angara emphasized that teachers are not only educators but also catalysts […]

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ANGARA HIGHLIGHTS GAINS IN 1ST 100 DAYS IN OFFICE

As he approaches his 100th day in office, Education Secretary Sonny Angara urged the support of the private sector to help bridge important gaps in the education sector during a luncheon meeting hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP). “With your support, we can transform this massive system into a force […]

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DEPED, DOH LAUNCH ‘BAKUNA ESKWELA’

The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of Health (DOH) launched the revival of the School-Based Immunization (SBI) program, dubbed as Bakuna Eskwela, to protect students from life-threatening vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). Education Secretary Sonny Angara and Health Secretary Ted Herbosa led the kickoff event of Bakuna Eskwela at the Dr. A Albert Elementary School […]

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DEPED LEADS CELEBRATION OF NAT’L TEACHERS’ MONTH

In celebration of the indispensable role that educators play in shaping the nation, the Department of Education (DepEd) concluded the grand festivities of the 2024 National Teachers’ Month (NTM) at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. The culminating event for this year’s National Teachers’ Day was graced by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First […]

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DEPED DOUBLES VACATION LEAVE CREDITS FOR TEACHERS

In a significant move to further support public school teachers, the Department of Education (DepEd) has increased vacation service credits (VSCs) from 15 to 30 days under new guidelines introduced by DepEd Order No. 13, s. 2024, signed by Education Secretary Sonny Angara.  The VSC announcement was timely made as the country celebrated Teachers’ Month. […]

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DEPED P793B BUDGET FOR 2025 GETS HOUSE OK

The Department of Education (DepEd), under the leadership of Education Secretary Sonny Angara, extended its heartfelt appreciation to the House of Representatives for the approval of its proposed P793.1 billion budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025.  Angara expressed his gratitude to House Speaker Martin Romualdez, Budget Sponsor Representative Maria Carmen Zamora, and the members of […]

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DEPED, REBISCO TO DEVELOP GRASSROOTS VOLLEYBALL

The Department of Education (DepEd), in partnership with Rebisco and Creamline, will collaborate to nurture youth values formation and wellness through grassroots volleyball development. Education Secretary Sonny Angara, an advocate for youth development through sports, underscored the significance of REBISCOVER Learning partnership, which includes the RebisCONGRESS or the conduct of training programs and volleyball clinics […]