MANILA. Schools across the Philippines reopened on Monday, June 16, officially marking the beginning of School Year 2025, as the Department of Education (DepEd) braces for an estimated 27 million enrollees from preschool to senior high school.
“All systems go po ang lahat sa pagbubukas ng ating klase,” DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara said in a Viber message, expressing confidence in the department’s preparations.
As millions of students return to classrooms, the education sector continues to face longstanding issues such as learning gaps, infrastructure shortages, and overcrowded school facilities.
Among the most critical concerns is the severe classroom shortage, with the nationwide backlog estimated at 165,000. Education officials previously admitted that, at the current pace of construction, it could take up to 55 years to fully resolve the deficit.
To address congestion, DepEd is considering limited hybrid learning options, especially for senior high school students in highly populated areas. The department is also working to modernize classrooms by providing smart TVs, laptops, and updated textbooks, supporting the government’s digital education initiative.
In line with the school reopening, DepEd also clarified its policy on cellphone use in classrooms. While phone usage during class hours is generally discouraged, exceptions are allowed when devices are used under teacher supervision for educational purposes.
Despite the challenges, DepEd officials affirmed the agency’s commitment to improving learning outcomes and ensuring safe, inclusive, and quality education for all Filipino learners.
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