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Senator Win Gatchalian is proposing to include all Kindergarten and Grade 1 learners in the Department of Education’s (DepEd) School-Based Feeding Program. Gatchalian’s office estimates that around P16 billion is needed to implement a 200-day feeding program for all learners in Kindergarten to Grade 1. “Around P16 billion is needed to implement a 200-day feeding […]
Senator Loren Legarda filed the National Student Allowance Program (NSAP) Act, a bill that seeks to provide a monthly allowance of ₱1,000 to every Filipino student from kindergarten to college. The Senate bill complements the bill filed in the House by her son, Congressman Leandro Legarda Leviste, reinforcing their shared commitment to accessible and inclusive […]
The Quezon City Government has become a leading choice for senior high school and college students for their on-the-job training (OJT), thanks to the Quezon City Internship Program launched in 2022. Since its inception, QCIP has attracted 1,950 student applicants, underscoring the city’s growing reputation as a dynamic training ground for future professionals. Quezon City […]
Since millions of students returned to school starting in June, Senator Raffy Tulfo has received mounting complaints regarding the slow and inefficient validation process for students availing fare discounts at Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Metro Rail Transit (MRT) stations. Tulfo, who chairs the Senate Committee on Public Services, immediately directed his Senate team to […]
As the new school year draws near, Senator Bong Go reminded Filipino students and their families to start preparing not only their school needs but also their mindset and well-being for the challenges and learnings ahead. “Mas mahalaga na handa rin ang ating isipan at katawan para sa panibagong taon ng pag-aaral,” Go said. “Education […]
Senator Raffy Tulfo chided the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) over its ineffective public assistance and complaints hotline, which is supposed to serve as the first point of contact for students with grievances against their schools. During the Subcommittee hearing of the Senate Committee on Higher Education on Senate Resolution No. 1302, Tulfo discussed complaints […]
The Quezon City Government is once again opening its doors to aspiring scholars as it begins accepting applications for the Quezon City Scholarship Program (QCSP) for School Year 2025–2026. From June 2 to 13, eligible senior high school, college, and vocational education students may submit their applications through the QC eServices website. To qualify, applicants […]
Congress has allocated up to P17 billion this year to fund vital school and community-based feeding programs aimed at combating child hunger and boosting school attendance, Quezon City Rep. Marvin Rillo, a member of the House committee on appropriations, announced on Sunday. Of the total funding, Rillo said P11.8 billion is set aside for the […]
Former senator and senatorial candidate Kiko Pangilinan underscored the importance of his proposed free breakfast program to address the learning gaps and dropout rates in the country.During a speech before barangay officials in San Pablo City, Laguna recently, the former food security czar shared his plans to push for a free breakfast program for public […]
The Quezon City Government proudly announces 37 teams as finalists for the second Startup QC Student Competition, aimed to develop the next innovative ideas to address community challenges and drive positive change. Expanding its reach this year, the competition welcomes not only college and university students but also senior high school innovators, reinforcing Quezon City’s […]