DepEd Central Visayas races to repair 200+ schools damaged by the Sept. 30 quake and Typhoon Tino, but faces a severe P4.3B funding gap and a lack of structural engineers. Learn about the recovery priorities.
Over 1,000 Cebu provincial employees could get bonuses up to P55,000 this Christmas. The supplemental budget will be discussed on December 22. Read the details.
Regular employees of Cebu Province will receive up to P55,000 in holiday incentives, while Mandaue City approves a P5,000 SRI. Learn the details and release dates here.
Regular employees of Cebu Provincial Government may receive up to P55,000 in bonuses this Christmas. Release expected after December 25. Read the full story.
DepEd 7 grapples with rehabilitating hundreds of Cebu schools damaged by a magnitude 6.9 quake and Typhoon Tino. With a P5.5B need and only P1.2B released, 700,000 students' education is at risk. Read more.
DepEd Central Visayas struggles with depleted funds and engineer shortage to rehab schools hit by September's earthquake and Typhoon Tino. Over 700,000 students affected.
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
Davao City has approved its 2026 Local School Board budget for public schools. The move comes as teachers renew calls for a monthly allowance, highlighting funding priorities and ongoing challenges in education.
DepEd-Davao City officials assert that complaints against teachers must be filed directly with the department, not barangays. This follows a summons issued to a teacher over a student's grades. Learn the proper grievance process.
Mandaue City Council approves Service Recognition Incentive & gratuity pay for workers following President Marcos Jr.'s AO 40. Read how local gov't expedited the process.
Bacolod City Hall employees will get a P30,000 performance bonus by Dec 31. The P45M fund was approved by the City Council. Negros Occidental provincial staff will also receive the incentive.
Student leaders from Central Visayas gathered in Cebu City for a 3-day climate workshop, 'Galam Kalikupan,' to boost youth-led environmental action. Learn about their pledges and innovative projects.
Education Sec. Sonny Angara observed the School-Based Feeding Program & ARAL sessions in Las Piñas, highlighting improved literacy & a P28.66B budget boost for nationwide rollout.
Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.
Over 700 students and teachers in Lapu-Lapu City were exposed to knee-deep floodwater, prompting a leptospirosis health alert. Health officials are offering free prophylaxis.
Heavy rain flooded a Lapu-Lapu school, exposing 700+ students. This comes as Cebu logs 426 probable leptospirosis cases. Authorities urge immediate action amid testing delays.
Heavy rains flood Mactan elementary school, exposing 717 students. DepEd and city health officials monitor for leptospirosis, offer free prophylaxis. Read for safety details.
Cebu City Hall employees will receive Christmas bonuses, with regular and casual workers getting P15,000. Mayor Archival confirms the plan, pending council approval. Read more.
As Filipinos receive year-end bonuses, a reflection emerges: Christmas joy is for children, but corruption threatens their future. This season, the wish is for leaders who prioritize integrity over personal gain. Read more.
The Philippine government allocates ₱26 billion for DepEd's school feeding program in 2026. This investigation examines transparency, effectiveness, and whether this massive investment truly addresses child malnutrition.
A historic PHP1.38 trillion budget is proposed for the Philippine education sector in 2026, signaling a major commitment to national development through learning. Discover the plans for recovery and reform.
Philippine public school teachers gain access to PHP20/kg rice through DepEd-DA partnership. Program expands to remote areas starting January 2026. Learn more.
The Department of Education has allocated P1 billion from its Quick Response Fund to repair Cebu schools damaged by the September 2025 earthquake. Learn how this funding will prioritize reconstruction efforts.
The Department of Education confirms school Christmas parties will proceed as scheduled, warning against fake social media posts spreading misinformation. Verify official sources.
The Department of Education denies false social media posts about cancelling Christmas parties in public schools. Learn the facts and how to spot fake news.
Over 1,451 campus journalists from Toledo City schools participated in the Division Schools Press Conference 2025. Education chief Dr. Lagura emphasized truth in journalism amid AI challenges. Read more about this inspiring event.
DepEd Toledo City Division hosts 1,451 campus journalists for DSPC 2025 with AI-themed focus on truth in journalism. Winners advance to regional competition in Danao City.
The long-delayed Cebu City Olympics 2025 officially commenced at Cebu City Sports Center, featuring student-athletes parade and inspiring ceremonies. Discover the highlights!
Minds on Wheels foundation launches its first urban learning drive in Cebu City, targeting 50 elementary students with reading comprehension challenges through an 8-week structured program.
Masantol Mayor Danilo Guintu advocates for hanging classrooms to combat school flooding, ensuring uninterrupted education during the rainy season. Learn about the innovative solution.