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Senator Kiko Pangilinan called on key government agencies to identify and assess available funds for disaster preparedness and risk reduction ahead of the looming threat of a potentially severe El Niño phenomenon. Stressing the need for early action to protect vulnerable communities, Pangilinan said the government must determine how much funding is available, where these […]
In a major development for public school teachers and personnel across Sulu, Education Secretary Sonny Angara has welcomed the official approval from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for the creation of 3,627 teaching and teaching-related positions for the newly established Schools Division Office (SDO) of Sulu. “Alam natin na may kaunting pangamba kapag […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) is proposing a major restructuring of its field offices to eliminate administrative delays and deliver direct assistance to remote island and mountain schools nationwide. Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced that the agency plans to establish 13 new Schools Division Offices (SDOs) and deploy 15 field sub-offices, stressing that the restructuring […]
Senator Bong Go personally visited San Isidro, Davao Oriental to extend financial assistance and other forms of support to persons with disabilities (PWDs), reaffirming his commitment to promoting their welfare, improving access to essential services, and addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable sectors. During the activity, Go extended assistance to 530 PWD beneficiaries, providing financial […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara urged stronger collaboration among families, schools, government, and tech companies to protect young Filipinos online, during the launch of the “Digital Dialogue In Real Life: Safety Starts with Conversation” interactive exhibit. Addressing stakeholders, educators, and tech representatives, Angara stressed that children and teenagers cannot be expected to carry the entire burden […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has issued comprehensive guidelines to help schools prepare for strong to very strong El Niño conditions forecasted by the state weather bureau PAGASA to persist through mid-2027. The proactive measures under Department of Education (DepEd) Memorandum No. 64 s. 2026 aim to keep school environments safe, protect the health of learners […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan is calling on the Department of Agriculture (DA) to clarify the coordinates of farm-to-market road (FMR) projects detected in dubious locations. The chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform raised concerns about the accuracy of project records and the government’s monitoring mechanisms after People’s Budget Coalition co-convenor Ken […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) has completed 391 new prefabricated school buildings that go up in weeks rather than years and are built to withstand 250 km/h winds and strong earthquakes, while another 150 units are currently under construction. “Our children shouldn’t have to wait years for a classroom. With these, we can build safe, […]
Eighteen teachers, school leaders and support staff were honored on Friday for doing their jobs with integrity. Education Secretary Sonny Angara told them that hard work and discipline matter most “when no one is watching.” “Ang sipag at disiplina ay hindi lamang mga salitang magandang ilagay sa isang programa o sa isang plaque. They are […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan is urging the executive department to consider declaring a state of calamity amid the looming threat of El Niño on the country’s food supply. The chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform warned that prolonged drought could devastate the agriculture and fisheries sectors, threaten farmers’ and fisherfolk’s livelihoods, […]