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Developing Filipino and Indigenous Languages: Historic Role in Nation-Building – National Language Month 2025 📜 Isang Makasaysayang Paggunita: Bakit Mahalaga ang Tema ng Buwan ng Wika 2025? Ang Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa 2025 ay higit pa sa taunang pagdiriwang—ito ay isang paggunita sa papel ng wika sa kasaysayan at pagkakakilanlan ng bansa . (National Language Month 2025 is more than an annual celebration—it is a reflection on the role of language in our country’s history and identity.) Sa temang "Ang Paglinang ng Filipino at Katutubong Wika: Makasaysayan sa Pagbuo ng Bansa," binibigyang-diin ng pamahalaan, sa pangunguna ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) at ng Kagawaran ng Edukasyon , ang mahalagang kontribusyon ng ating mga katutubong wika sa pagbuo ng isang matatag, inklusibo, at makabansang lipunan. (With the theme "Developing Filipino and Indigenous Languages: Historic Role in Nation-Building," the government—through the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino ...

In the pursuit of equitable, resilient, and learner-centered education , the Department of Education (DepEd) has taken a decisive step with the ARAL School Readiness and Responsiveness Audit (ASRRA) . While commonly seen as a school-based monitoring tool, the ASRRA's five domains offer something far more profound— a roadmap for transformation . This article provides a unique take on the five domains of ASRRA , not as isolated metrics, but as interconnected forces that shape the quality and impact of the ARAL Program across Philippine schools. As defined in DepEd Order No. 18, s. 2025 , the ASRRA evaluates schools before, during, and after ARAL implementation, ensuring both readiness and responsiveness . Let’s explore how these five domains work together to build sustainable educational ecosystems , foster community ownership , and drive continuous growth. 📘 Domain 1: Learner Readiness – The Foundation of Equity At the heart of any intervention is the learner. The Learner ...

Every year, Filipino students bring home a stack of school forms that parents are asked to sign. Among them, one stands out for its importance but is often misunderstood or rushed through — the Consent Form for Learners’ Health Assessment and Screening . But what if this isn’t just another form? What if it’s a key to safeguarding your child’s physical and mental well-being , not only in school but in life? In this blog post, we reframe the conversation around this DepEd requirement , helping parents and guardians see how deeply it connects to student development, health equity, and the future of public education in the Philippines. 🛡️ What Is the Consent Form Really For? The Department of Education (DepEd) mandates the Learners’ Health Assessment and Screening (LHAS) to ensure every student’s basic health needs are identified early. According to DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2022, this initiative supports the implementation of the School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP) and the Mental Hea...

As the nation proudly commemorates the 127th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence , the Department of Education (DepEd) takes on a proactive role in honoring our history and empowering our youth. This year's theme, “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan” , captures the essence of the celebration— freedom , future , and history —woven together to guide a nation rising from its past and marching into its future. 📜 Honoring Independence Through Action, Not Just Memory Grounded in Proclamation No. 110 (s.1963) and Administrative Order No. 23 (s.2011) , the Department of Education is once again joining forces with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) to breathe new relevance into our national observances. Far from a symbolic routine, this year’s celebration—spanning May 28 to June 30, 2025 —serves as a catalyst for education, national pride, and civic consciousness . According to the NHCP, commemorations like these must go beyond fanfare ...

The Department of Education (DepEd) , through the Office of the Undersecretary for Operations , has issued a memorandum reiterating the implementation of the Data Gathering and Consultation on the Development of Learners’ Handbook , as outlined in DM-OUOPS-2025-1260 dated April 25, 2025. This activity, coordinated by the Bureau of Learner Support Services–Youth Formation Division (BLSS-YFD) , aims to review and enhance the draft outline of the Learners’ Handbook by addressing real issues, emerging concerns, and feedback from learners. It also seeks to gather additional data from field offices to inform the content, structure, and relevance of the handbook. Here is the tool the DATA GATHERING AND CONSULTATION TOOL link The data gathered will be consolidated to support the finalization of the handbook and ensure that its presentation is practical, inclusive, and appropriate for nationwide implementation. A comprehensive report will include relevant findings and stakeholder inpu...

The 2025 Brigada Eskwela is more than just a week-long clean-up drive—it is a national movement grounded in collaboration , community involvement , and the pursuit of safe and conducive learning environments . Behind the scenes of its colorful kick-off events and well-attended volunteer efforts is a structured and systematic implementation plan carried out by various DepEd units, local government partners, private stakeholders, and volunteers. This post lays out the detailed responsibilities of every sector involved to ensure that Brigada Eskwela 2025 achieves its goals across the nation. 🧭 Central Office (CO): Steering the Nationwide Initiative At the helm of Brigada Eskwela is the External Partnership Service (EPS) of the DepEd Central Office , which takes charge of the macro-level coordination and strategic direction of the program. Its responsibilities include issuing the School Preparedness Guidelines , which outline the minimum requirements and standards to ensure that sc...

The Brigada Eskwela 2025 Implementation Stage officially unfolds from June 9 to 13, 2025 , setting the stage for collective efforts across all public schools in the Philippines. Aligned with the Department of Education’s (DepEd) commitment to creating safe, healthy, and learner-friendly environments , this initiative brings together communities, stakeholders, and volunteers to prepare schools for the incoming academic year . All activities under Brigada Eskwela are voluntary in nature , reinforcing the Filipino value of bayanihan —a unified community effort where everyone lends a hand for the common good. 🎉 Nationwide Kick-Off Ceremony on June 9, 2025 The Brigada Eskwela 2025 Kick-Off launches nationwide on Monday, June 9 , marking the official start of the implementation week. The DepEd Central Office will hold its grand event in Albay, Region V , while regional and local divisions will simultaneously host their own ceremonies. The day begins with a Brigada Eskwela Caravan an...

The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued DepEd Memorandum No. 040, s. 2025 , updating the composition of its Committee on Anti-Red Tape (CART) to ensure compliance with Republic Act (RA) No. 11032 —the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018 . 📚 Let’s dive deep into the latest updates to promote efficient, transparent, and corruption-free services in the Philippine education sector! 🏛️ Background of DepEd Memorandum No. 040, s. 2025 In line with RA 11032 and Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Memorandum Circular No. 2023-08 , DepEd has revised its CART composition both at the Central Office and in field offices. This move strengthens the department’s commitment to fighting bureaucratic delays and improving service delivery across all levels. 👥 New Composition of the DepEd CART (Central Office) At the DepEd Central Office (CO) , the CART is now composed as follows: Chairperson : Secretary of Education Vice Chairperson : Executi...

Keeping learner records accurate in the Department of Education’s Learner Information System (DepEd LIS) is a top priority for all schools. Whether it’s a misspelled name, incorrect gender, or birthdate error, these can affect enrollment, report card generation, and government reports. Thankfully, DepEd LIS provides a Correction Facility that allows ICT Coordinators and School Heads to correct errors in a student’s basic profile. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to request a Correction of a Student’s Basic Profile step-by-step. Click HERE to download or read the steps. 📌 What is the Basic Profile in DepEd LIS? The Basic Profile includes essential student information, such as: Last Name First Name Middle Name Extension Name Gender Birthdate If any of these fields are incorrect, the school may submit a correction request through the LIS portal. 🔧 Step-by-Step: How to Correct a Student’s Basic Profile in DepEd LIS ✅ Step 1: Access the Learner’s ...