The Department of Education (abbreviated as DepEd; Filipino: Kagawaran ng Edukasyon) is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for ensuring access to, promoting equity in, and improving the quality of basic education. It is the main agency tasked with managing and governing the Philippine system of basic education. Further, the department is the chief formulator of Philippine education policy and is responsible for the Philippine primary and secondary school systems. It has its headquarters at the DepEd Complex in Meralco Avenue, Pasig.

The department is currently led by the Secretary of Education, nominated by the president of the Philippines, and confirmed by the Commission on Appointments. The secretary is a member of the Cabinet. The current Secretary of Education is Sonny Angara. Presently, its mission is to provide quality basic education that is equitably accessible to all and lay the foundation for lifelong learning and service for the common good. It has changed its vision statement, removing a phrase that some groups deem to be “too sectarian” for a government institution.

DepEd Update from their Official Website (www.deped.gov.ph)

DepEd, pinapalakas ang learning standards sa pamamagitan ng non-transmutation grading policy
Author: Joshua Nalus
DepEd strengthens learning standards through a new assessment and grading policy that gradually phases out grade transmutation. The reform aims to provide more accurate, evidence-based, and standards-aligned reporting of learner performance while ensuring timely interventions and support for learners.
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DepEd to implement Strengthened Senior High School Curriculum in SY 2026–2027; no public school teacher to lose employment
Author: Joshua Nalus
DepEd announced the nationwide implementation of the Strengthened Senior High School Curriculum beginning SY 2026–2027, featuring streamlined subjects, expanded electives, and clearer pathways for college, employment, entrepreneurship, and skills development. The department assured that no public school teacher will lose their job during the transition.
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DepEd, tiniyak ang buong suporta sa ARAL Program; kapakanan ng mga guro, prayoridad
Author: Joshua Nalus
Tiniyak ng DepEd na hindi mabibigatan ang mga guro sa implementasyon ng ARAL Program. Kabilang sa mga suporta ang overload pay, Vacation Service Credits, at pagkuha ng external tutors upang mapalakas ang learning recovery ng mga mag-aaral.
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DepEd simplifies lesson planning; reduces teacher paperwork
Author: Joshua Nalus
DepEd introduces a simplified and flexible lesson planning framework under the new ILAW Framework, reducing unnecessary documentation and allowing teachers to focus more on classroom instruction and learner needs.
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PBBM inspects Sarangani; DepEd accelerates return to classes after earthquake
Author: Joshua Nalus
President Marcos inspected earthquake-hit schools in Sarangani while DepEd fast-tracks repairs, learning continuity spaces, teacher assistance, and safe reopening of affected schools.
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DM 038, s. 2026 – Guidelines on Classroom and School Building Construction Projects by Partner LGUs
Author: Izael Gomez
DepEd issues guidelines governing the implementation of classroom and school building construction projects undertaken by partner local government units.
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Angara orders rapid disaster response for earthquake-hit schools in Mindanao
Author: Joshua Nalus
DepEd allocates emergency funds, learning continuity spaces, learning packets, psychological support, and repair assistance for 267 earthquake-affected schools.
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Angara orders safety checks and emergency support for 6,000 schools affected by Mindanao earthquake
Author: Joshua Nalus
DepEd mobilizes engineers and emergency response teams to assess school damage after a strong earthquake in Mindanao, prioritizing learner safety and structural integrity.
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DepEd engineers deployed for school safety inspections after earthquake
Author: Joshua Nalus
Structural engineers from DepEd Central Office assist regional teams in rapid assessment of school facilities following seismic activity in Mindanao.
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