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I still remember sitting in class one rainy morning when the downpour suddenly turned into a flood. Within an hour, our classroom became a temporary shelter, desks floating, notebooks soaked. That was the day I realized something heartbreaking — when disasters strike, learning often takes a back seat. But what if it didn’t have to? That’s exactly the vision behind the Department of Education’s (DepEd) new PHP1.35 billion initiative — a plan designed to keep learning alive, even when the storms won’t stop coming. A Billion-Peso Promise for Learning Continuity In a statement released Friday, DepEd announced a PHP1.35 billion allocation to strengthen disaster preparedness and ensure learning never halts, no matter the calamity. The initiative aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to safeguard learners and teachers while maintaining quality education nationwide . Education Secretary Sonny Angara summed it up beautifully: “Education must be the last to stop ...

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “class suspension”? For students, it might sound like an unexpected holiday. But in the Philippines, class suspensions are often tied to something much bigger—safety during disasters. The Department of Education (DepEd) recently reminded the public that these suspensions are preventive measures, not panic signals. Why Class Suspensions Matter In a country like the Philippines, where typhoons, earthquakes, and volcanic activity are part of life, class suspensions are a vital safety tool. DepEd emphasizes that suspending classes doesn’t always mean danger is right outside the door. Instead, it’s about keeping students, teachers, and school staff safe before risks escalate. Here’s how it works: Regional and Division Offices of DepEd can declare suspensions. They coordinate with local government units (LGUs) to ensure consistency. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor official announcements. This system helps avoid confusi...

When a 6.9-magnitude earthquake hit Bogo City, Cebu, it shook more than just the ground — it reminded everyone how vital disaster preparedness is, especially in schools. In response, the Department of Education (DepEd) is stepping up its efforts to strengthen education resilience across the Philippines. This move isn’t just about rebuilding — it’s about ensuring learning never stops, even in times of crisis. Strengthening Schools for a Safer Tomorrow After the recent earthquake, DepEd has rolled out a series of programs designed to make schools safer, smarter, and more disaster-ready. These include new planning tools, improved facilities, and training programs for educators. One of the biggest steps forward is PlanSmart for Safe Schools , a web-based contingency planning app developed with the help of the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST–Phivolcs) and the World Bank. This platform gathers real-time hazard and risk data f...

When classes are disrupted by typhoons, floods, or earthquakes, many Filipino teachers and learners are left wondering: paano na ang klase? Thankfully, the Department of Education (DepEd) has created Edukahon , a standardized school recovery kit that will be provided and deployed nationwide to ensure learning continues even during disasters. Click here to read DepEd Memorandum No. 86, Series 2025 What Is Edukahon? Edukahon is an official DepEd emergency education response package launched in 2025. It is not just a plan—it is a funded program that will be rolled out in all DepEd offices, schools, and community learning centers across the Philippines. Here’s why it matters: DepEd recognizes that disasters can’t stop the right to education. Funding for Edukahon will come from the Basic Education Curriculum funds . Kits will be prepositioned and rapidly deployed by DepEd’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS) together with regional and division offices. ...