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Every great nation stands on the shoulders of its teachers. And in the Philippines, that truth was at the heart of this year’s National Teachers’ Month and World Teachers’ Day celebration — where President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Education (DepEd) unveiled new programs to support the country’s educators. From higher allowances to lighter workloads, these initiatives aim to honor teachers not just with words, but with real action. Strengthening the Backbone of Education Teachers are more than just instructors — they are the heartbeat of every community. During the National Teachers’ Day Culminating Program , President Marcos Jr. paid tribute to the nation’s educators, calling them “the guiding hands” behind the country’s progress. Alongside Education Secretary Sonny Angara and other education leaders, the president underscored how teachers play a pivotal role in nation-building. The celebration wasn’t just ceremonial; it was packed with policy updates and reforms ...

Every year, World Teachers’ Day reminds us just how much our educators shape the world we live in. This 2025, the celebration in the Philippines got an extra boost—thanks to the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), which handed over a ₱1 million sponsorship check to the Department of Education (DepEd). It’s a heartfelt gesture aimed at honoring the dedication, sacrifices, and nation-building spirit of teachers across the country. A Gift of Gratitude from GSIS On October 6, GSIS President and General Manager Wick Veloso led the official turnover of the ₱1 million sponsorship to DepEd. The goal? To make this year’s World Teachers’ Day celebration even more meaningful for the country’s hardworking educators. Veloso emphasized that teachers are at the heart of progress. “By supporting this celebration, we honor their invaluable service and bring our programs closer to them,” he said. The partnership ensures that teachers not only feel appreciated but also gain access to importa...

Every one of us remembers that one teacher who changed our life — the one who made us believe we could do more than we thought possible. This October, the Philippines did something special for all those changemakers. The country’s National Teachers’ Day 2025 celebration wasn’t just a ceremony — it was a heartfelt “thank you” to the people who shape the nation, one classroom at a time. Honoring the Heart of Education On October 6, 2025, the Department of Education (DepEd) gathered around 12,500 teachers from across Luzon for a grand celebration at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. The event marked the highlight of this year’s World Teachers’ Day , National Teachers’ Month , and National Teachers’ Day festivities — all united under the theme “Together 4 Teachers.” President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the tribute, expressing gratitude to teachers who go beyond lesson plans and grading papers. “Teachers shape minds, touch hearts, and build...