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I’ve fallen for sensational headlines before. You probably have too. The kind that screams “BILLIONS LOST!” and instantly makes your morning coffee taste bitter. So when I first saw news about the GSIS and alleged “losses,” I braced myself for another disappointing government story. But as I dug deeper, what I found wasn’t a scandal—it was a lesson in how perception and patience can collide. Like many Filipinos, I have a relative who depends on her GSIS pension every month. For her, “fund loss” isn’t just a headline—it’s a fear that hits close to home. That’s why this story matters not only to public employees but to anyone who still believes that trust, once broken, can be rebuilt. The Real Score: What’s Happening Inside GSIS The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) , which serves millions of government employees and retirees, found itself under scrutiny recently. Reports claimed it had lost ₱8.8 billion due to investment decisions made under President and General Manager ...

In a perfect world, teachers would be respected, supported, and empowered—especially by those who lead them. But in many public schools in the Philippines, a troubling trend has emerged: teachers feel abandoned, blamed, and even resented by the very people who should be advocating for them . This isn’t just workplace gossip—it’s a recurring issue that affects morale, performance, and ultimately, the quality of education. So, why does it sometimes feel like DepEd school heads and supervisors are against teachers ? Let’s take a closer look. 1. Teachers Always Get the Blame When the System Fails When something goes wrong in the education system—be it low test scores, dropout rates, or poor school performance—who takes the fall? Teachers. Always teachers. Instead of asking what went wrong in the system, the blame is quickly pinned on classroom teachers. Supervisors rarely hold themselves accountable or reflect on their leadership gaps. This blame game fosters resentment and undermines...