Tag: Philippine Education
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Senator Calls for Overhaul of DepEd Billing System Amid Ghost Student Scandal
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has demanded that the Department of Education (DepEd) revamp its billing system following the discovery of alleged ghost beneficiaries in the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS-VP). This program offers financial aid, ranging from PHP14,000 to PHP22,500, to Grade 11 students opting for private education. Public school students automatically qualify, whereas private…
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TESDA Embraces EDCOM 2’s Blueprint for Enhancing Technical Education
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has announced its readiness to adopt the recommendations from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2). TESDA Director General Kiko Benitez expressed enthusiasm for the strategic direction outlined in the EDCOM 2 report, which aims to fortify the technical-vocational education and training (TVET) sector in the…
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TESDA Embraces EDCOM 2 Recommendations to Enhance Technical Education
MANILA – The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has announced its readiness to adopt the reforms suggested by the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) in its recent report. TESDA Director General Kiko Benitez expressed enthusiasm for the roadmap laid out by EDCOM 2, which aims to fortify the technical-vocational education and…
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Education Secretary Angara Vows Stronger Collaboration with EDCOM II to Reform Philippine Education
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance the Philippine education system, Education Secretary Sonny Angara has pledged to deepen his department’s collaboration with the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). During the launch of EDCOM II’s Year 2 report, Angara praised the commission’s efforts in pushing forward educational reforms and thanked the legislative…
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Education Secretary Angara Pledges Stronger Collaboration with EDCOM II to Reform Philippine Education
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance the Philippine education system, Education Secretary Sonny Angara has vowed to deepen his department’s collaboration with the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). This commitment was highlighted during the launch of EDCOM II’s Year 2 report, where Angara praised the Senate, led by Senate President Chiz…
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Education Secretary Angara Vows Stronger Collaboration with EDCOM II to Enhance Philippine Education
MANILA – Education Secretary Sonny Angara has pledged to deepen his department’s collaboration with the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) to tackle deficiencies in the Philippine education system. In a recent statement, Angara praised the Commission for its pivotal role in educational reform and thanked the legislative body for adopting its suggestions into…
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Philippine House Passes Key Education Reforms, Expands Private School Voucher Program
In a significant move to bolster the education sector, the Philippine House of Representatives has passed two crucial bills aimed at enhancing student pathways and supporting private education. The first bill, HB 11213, was overwhelmingly approved with 200 votes in favor, three against, and no abstentions. This legislation introduces two distinct educational tracks for students…
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Congressional Leaders Urge Action on Education Reforms in EDCOM 2’s Year 2 Report
In a significant move to overhaul the Philippine education system, the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) presented its Year 2 report, ‘Fixing the Foundations,’ to Speaker Martin Romualdez on Monday. The report, handed over by EDCOM 2 co-chairpersons Baguio Rep. Mark Go and Pasig Rep. Roman Romulo, calls for urgent reforms to address…
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Philippine Congress Urges Action on Education Reforms Following EDCOM 2 Year 2 Report
In a significant move to overhaul the Philippine education system, the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) presented its Year 2 report, titled ‘Fixing the Foundations,’ to Speaker Martin Romualdez on January 27, 2025. The report, handed over by EDCOM 2 co-chairpersons Baguio Rep. Mark Go and Pasig Rep. Roman Romulo, calls for urgent…
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EDCOM 2 to Unveil Comprehensive Year 2 Report on Philippine Education
The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) is gearing up to release its Year 2 Report on January 28, which will delve into 16 of the 28 priority areas identified for the Philippine education system. This follows an extensive review and analysis conducted by the commission, established under Republic Act 11899, to pinpoint areas…
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