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...
Creating group washing facilities in schools is a practical yet impactful move toward improving hygiene and reducing disease transmission among learners. Whether your school is located in an urban center or a rural area with limited access to water, establishing these handwashing stations is not only feasible but also crucial. This detailed guide walks you through designing, building, and maintaining effective and affordable group washing facilities that meet the standards for school health and safety. 💧Why Group Washing Facilities Are Essential for Schools With the rise of health awareness, particularly after the global COVID-19 pandemic, group handwashing stations have become a vital component of school infrastructure. They promote daily hygiene routines , reduce absenteeism caused by communicable diseases, and teach students lifelong sanitation habits. To comply with standard benchmarks like the Three-Star WASH in Schools (WinS) rating system , schools must scale up their ef...