On December 23, 2024, the Department of Education (DepEd) issued DepEd Order No. 022, s. 2024 , providing comprehensive guidelines for class and work suspension during disasters and emergencies. This order reaffirms DepEd’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of learners, teachers, and personnel while emphasizing the importance of learning continuity during such events. Key Highlights of DepEd Order No. 022, s. 2024 1. Rationale DepEd upholds its dual mandate of safeguarding the welfare of learners and personnel while maintaining academic continuity. This policy recognizes: The vulnerability of disaster-prone areas. The necessity of adopting flexible learning modalities, such as modular or online learning, during in-person class suspensions. The importance of balancing safety and academic progress. 2. Scope The guidelines are mandatory for: All public schools. DepEd-operated Community Learning Centers under the Alternative Learning System (ALS). Private schools and educati...
📌 What is Brigada Eskwela and Why is it Important? Every school year, the Department of Education (DepEd) launches Brigada Eskwela , a nationwide initiative that promotes community participation , volunteerism , and collaborative preparation for the reopening of classes. For School Year 2025–2026 , the DepEd issued Memorandum No. 042, s. 2025 , with detailed procedures to ensure every public school is ready, clean, safe, and conducive for learning—without requiring monetary solicitation from stakeholders. 🛠️ Assessing School Facilities for Readiness A key element of the pre-implementation stage is the thorough assessment of physical facilities , focusing on maintenance needs , literacy spaces , and the general condition of classrooms and learning areas. The School Facilities Coordinator will lead the evaluation, using the School Preparedness Checklist to identify priorities. Schools must also assess the adequacy of bookshelves , reading nooks , and storytelling corners , ensu...