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...
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go , frontrunner in the 2025 senatorial elections , has expressed his heartfelt thanks to the Filipino people, particularly the supporters of the DuterTEN slate , for placing their trust in him anew. Garnering more than 26 million votes , Senator Go topped the race—an outcome he attributed not to fanfare, but to consistent public service . 🎉 Gratitude and Acknowledgment of Support In a series of interviews following his resounding win, Senator Go did not mince words in expressing gratitude: “Nagtrabaho lang po ako,” he said. “Ito po ‘yung paghuhusga sa amin kung nagtrabaho ba kami for the past six years.” He emphasized that the overwhelming support reflects the public’s appreciation for service that is silent, sincere, and sustained . Notably, he pointed out a quietly discerning voting bloc—an estimated 20% of the electorate—who favored productive leadership over political drama. “Parang ayaw na nila ng gulo sa politika. Gusto nila maayos ang laha...