The Department of Education (DepEd) has once again ignited the flame of community solidarity with the launch of the 2025 Brigada Eskwela, set for June 9 to 13, 2025. This annual initiative highlights not just school readiness but the power of collective action, this time with a renewed focus on the youth leadership sector.
More than just a cleanup and repair week, Brigada Eskwela has become a symbol of bayanihan—a deeply rooted Filipino value that resonates in every classroom, corridor, and campus across the country. The campaign will culminate in the opening of classes on June 16, 2025, following a nationwide kickoff on June 9, 2025, themed: “Nagkakaisa para sa Handa at Ligtas na Pagbabalik-Eskwela.”
🎓 Empowering Student Leaders for Real-World Impact ✊
What sets this year apart is the official involvement of student leaders—specifically the Supreme Elementary Learner Government (SELG) and the Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG), together with their advisers. This move signals a powerful shift: youth engagement is no longer optional—it’s essential.
DepEd Order No. 12, s. 2025 underscores this by encouraging schools to hold their own kickoff ceremonies and advocacy events during the same week. It’s not only about prepping classrooms anymore; it's about empowering learners to lead planning, organization, and execution of meaningful school-wide efforts.
These student-led bodies will not just stand on the sidelines. Their involvement in Brigada Eskwela initiatives will reflect their commitment to leadership, teamwork, and community service—core values that extend beyond school walls and into future civic participation.
🤝 Youth-Led Collaboration Strengthens School Communities 🌱
Why does this matter? Because SELGS and SSLGS are the heartbeat of student voice. When these young leaders step up, they inspire peers, engage parents, and partner with school personnel to create inclusive, safe, and welcoming learning environments.
This isn't merely about mops and paintbrushes; it's a leadership laboratory. It's where learners develop collaborative problem-solving skills, understand project implementation, and most importantly, where they experience what it means to take responsibility for their own community.
The involvement of student governments gives Brigada Eskwela a youth-driven face, making it more relatable and sustainable for the long term. It’s the perfect blend of education and empowerment, brought to life on campus grounds.
📨 Bridging Communication: Support Channels Are Open 📬
To ensure smooth coordination, school heads and advisers are asked to channel concerns to the Bureau of Learner Support Services – Youth Formation Division (BLSS-YFD) via blss.yfd@deped.gov.ph. This direct line ensures every question finds an answer, and every effort gets the guidance it needs.
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