Report DepEd Presses On with School Year Prep Amid Cabinet Changes

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The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines, under the leadership of Secretary Sonny Angara, is moving full steam ahead with preparations for the upcoming school year, despite Angara’s pending courtesy resignation following a directive from President Marcos. Angara formally resigned on May 22 as part of a broader Cabinet reorganization aimed at recalibrating the administration post-elections.

 

DepEd remains committed to ensuring a smooth opening for School Year (SY) 2025–2026, scheduled to begin on June 16, 2025, as outlined in DepEd Order No. 012, s. 2025. This marks a return to the pre-pandemic academic calendar, with the school year running through March 31, 2026, encompassing up to 197 class days. Adjustments may be made should unforeseen events necessitate changes to the schedule.

 

Preparations involve classroom readiness, teacher deployment, and logistical coordination across regions. Private schools, Philippine Schools Overseas, and state and local universities offering basic education are encouraged to align with these guidelines, ensuring compliance with the requisite number of class days.

 

Despite the leadership transition, all educational programs are set to continue uninterrupted. DepEd emphasizes that in-person classes will remain the main mode of instruction, although Distance Learning Delivery Modalities may be employed should emergencies arise.

 

Early registration is encouraged, particularly for first-time learners in kindergarten, transferees, and students entering Grades 1, 7, and 11. Typically scheduled from the last Saturday of January to the last Friday of February, the registration period may be adjusted if necessary. Enrollment for returning students will occur one week before the start of classes.

 

In preparation for the school year, "Brigada Eskwela," the National Schools Maintenance Week, will rally community support to ready public schools for reopening.

 

In parallel, Angara is set to attend the opening of the 2025 Palarong Pambansa in Ilocos Norte, underscoring DepEd's dedication to holistic education. This national sports event promotes both academic and athletic excellence, gathering young athletes from across the Philippines. Running from May 24 to 31, the event will feature a diverse lineup of sports, including traditional and para-athletics, reinforcing cultural and physical development.

 

Angara’s participation in the Palarong Pambansa, alongside President Marcos, highlights an ongoing commitment to education and youth development, amid the interim uncertainty of leadership changes within the department. DepEd reassures the public that programs and initiatives will proceed unaffected as they await Malacañang's action on Angara's resignation.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Manila Bulletin 2025-05-23