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...
✨ Cultivating Lifelong Hygiene Habits Through Group Toothbrushing ✨ Creating a healthy routine for children starts with the basics — and one of the most fundamental yet powerful habits is brushing your teeth . While families are encouraged to ensure that kids brush at least twice a day , schools are stepping up to reinforce this through daily group toothbrushing activities. These activities not only promote dental health but also instill discipline , routine , and a sense of shared responsibility among learners. 🏫🪥 In a school setting, group toothbrushing is ideally done once daily, preferably after meals such as breakfast or lunch. The collective practice transforms what may seem like a personal task into a fun, peer-motivated routine . Children mimic each other, build positive habits, and create a culture of cleanliness and care. 👩🏫 Leadership in Hygiene: Empowering Young Toothbrushing Champions 🏅 To successfully implement daily toothbrushing routines , teachers play a ...