250 Madrasah Students Graduate in Davao City Ceremony
Davao City celebrated the graduation of 250 Madrasah students, highlighting the city's commitment to inclusive, value-based Islamic education and community peace.
Category : Basic Education
Davao Councilor Seeks to Institutionalize Educational Benefit System Unit
Councilor Antoinette Principe has proposed an ordinance to institutionalize and expand the Educational Benefit System Unit, which currently supports hundreds of scholars with financial assistance for tertiary, law, and medical education in Davao City.
Lubao Milk Program Boosts Student Nutrition
Hundreds of underweight elementary and high school students in Lubao, Pampanga are now receiving daily milk supplements through a municipal feeding program aimed at improving child nutrition and health.
Aquino: Repurpose Pogo Hubs, BPO Offices for 26,000 Classrooms
Senator Bam Aquino pushes for building 26,000 classrooms by 2026 using unused Pogo facilities, BPO offices, and closed private schools to address severe shortages causing early-morning shifts.
Cebu Archbishop Calls for Edsa Reflection Day in Catholic Schools
Archbishop Alberto Uy of Cebu appeals to Catholic educational institutions to declare February 25, 2026, as an academic holiday for reflection on Edsa People Power values, emphasizing civic formation amid government's reduced commemoration.
Cebu Archbishop Urges Class Suspension for EDSA 40th Anniversary
Archbishop Alberto Uy of Cebu urges Catholic schools to suspend classes on February 25, 2026, for reflection on EDSA People Power Revolution values, emphasizing faith and citizenship.
Students' Dangerous Trek in Talisay City After Bridge Damage
Students in Talisay City, Cebu, navigated a hazardous mountainside path after heavy rains made river crossing impossible. The community created a temporary route after Typhoon Tino destroyed the hanging bridge in November 2025.
Sorsogon Pilot for DepEd Classroom Construction
Senator Francis Escudero welcomes DepEd's selection of Sorsogon as pilot area for expanded classroom construction, highlighting local government capacity and national partnership model.
Marawi Students Get P5,000 Cash Assistance from OCM-MRP
The Office of the Chief Minister's Marawi Rehabilitation Program distributes P5,000 one-time cash assistance to 1,500 high school students from IDP families in Marawi City, with plans to extend support to college students and educators.
House Committee Adopts Resolutions Honoring Filipino Achievers
The House Committee on Basic Education and Culture adopted four resolutions filed by Congressman Carmelo Lazatin Jr. to recognize outstanding Filipinos in education, science, robotics, and mathematics.
Smart Greenhouse Launched in San Fernando School
The City of San Fernando inaugurates a Smart Greenhouse Facility at Maimpis Integrated High School, supported by a P2.3-million DOST grant, to enhance agricultural education and sustainability.
Davao Classes Resume Post-Basyang, DepEd Confirms Normalcy
The Department of Education-Davao Region announces the full resumption of face-to-face classes as weather conditions stabilize following Tropical Depression Basyang's disruption.
Angara's Teacher Salary Push Gains Momentum
Education Secretary Sonny Angara's collaboration with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas marks a crucial step toward addressing the financial struggles of teachers, whose low pay hampers education quality amid a learning crisis.
Lubao Feeding Program Benefits 2,445 Underweight Students
The Lubao municipal government's feeding initiative provides nutritious meals and milk to 2,445 underweight elementary and high school students to combat malnutrition and boost academic performance.
SVE Voucher Program Risks Deepening Education Inequities
The Strategic Expanded Voucher program aims to decongest public schools but may divert resources from root causes like childhood stunting and governance fragmentation, potentially worsening long-term educational disparities in the Philippines.
Iloilo Opens Justice Jaranilla Learning Center
Iloilo City inaugurated its 16th learning center, named after Justice Delfin Jaranilla, at La Paz Plaza. The event featured family tributes and historical insights on his role in the Tokyo Trials.
Mayors Nationwide Support CAP Act to Address Classroom Shortage
More than 200 mayors from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao gathered in San Juan to express full support for Senate Bill 1482, the Classroom-Building Acceleration Program Act, following its unanimous Senate approval. The bill aims to decentralize classroom con
Davao del Sur Opens ₱5M School Building to Reduce Overcrowding
Sta. Cruz Senior National High School in Davao del Sur receives a new three-classroom building worth nearly ₱5 million, addressing overcrowding and enhancing learning environments for students and teachers.
Army Brigade Supports Sulu Learners with School Supplies
The 1103rd Infantry Brigade distributed school supplies to Tuwak Primary School in Patikul, Sulu, reinforcing military commitment to education and community development in the region.
Pampanga High School's Legacy of Excellence and Alumni
Explore the rich history of Pampanga High School, from its 1908 beginnings in the Buison Building to its growth into a premier institution producing notable graduates like President Diosdado Macapagal.
Davao Police: Bomb Threats Often Tied to Exams, Students Involved
Davao City Police Office reveals bomb threats in schools frequently coincide with exam schedules, with students often responsible. Recent hoaxes at Cabantian National High School and Assumption College prompted warnings about serious legal consequences.
Reforming Philippine Education: A Multifaceted Approach
The Philippine education system requires comprehensive reforms addressing curriculum updates, teacher development, infrastructure improvements, and accessibility to build an equitable system that empowers citizens and drives national development.
Teacher Dies During Observation, Sparks Education Reform Calls
The tragic death of Teacher Agnes Buenaflor during a classroom observation has ignited urgent calls for systemic reforms in teacher evaluation practices and welfare support across Philippine schools.
Pineda Family Feeding Program Aids San Fernando Pupils
The Pineda family initiates a six-month feeding program in San Fernando, Pampanga, targeting 10,000 undernourished students to improve health and school performance.
Aquino Seeks Tougher Penalties for SHS Voucher Fraud
Senator Bam Aquino calls for specific, heavier penalties against individuals and private schools defrauding the Senior High School voucher program, aiming to protect public education funds.
House Panel Reviews DepEd's National Feeding Program
The House Committee on Poverty Alleviation, led by Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, convened in Pampanga to assess DepEd's School-Based Feeding Program, which is fully implemented nationwide with 96 central kitchens.
Edcom II: PH Home Learning Crisis Hits Millions of Kids
A new report reveals a silent education crisis in the Philippines, with millions of young children lacking essential learning tools at home. Discover the alarming data and its long-term impact.
K-12 Job Gap: 20% of Firms Hire SHS Graduates
Despite the K-12 program's promise, studies show only 20% of companies hire SHS graduates. Students face uncertainty as graduation nears. Read about the need for better career guidance.
DepEd Files P37.58M Cases, Reforms Voucher Program
DepEd strengthens Senior High School Voucher Program reforms, files 7 cases vs. schools & criminal complaints for fraudulent claims. Read about the new validation framework.
DepEd Files P37.58M Cases, Tightens SHS Voucher Program
DepEd intensifies reforms in the Senior High School Voucher Program, filing cases for P37.58M in fraud and implementing stricter controls to protect public funds. Read more.
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