VP and DepEd Secretary Sara Duterte said that face-to-face classes is the “best option” for students in basic education. SARA DUTERTE — The Vice President and the Secretary of Education said that face-to-face classes is the “best option” for students in basic education. At the 48th Philippine Business Conference and Expo, Duterte mentioned DepEd Order … Read more
DOH: “Even as proof of vaccination is no longer needed, vaccination and boosters for all eligible individuals is still strongly recommended.” DOH — The Department of Health recently spoke on the updated COVID-19 guidelines of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) for full face-to-face classes in colleges and universities. The DOH said that CHED consulted … Read more
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan: “Nagtalaga po kami ng mga police help desk sa bawat eskwelahan, mayroon din po tayong roving patrols” MANILA MAYOR — Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan recently spoke on the first week of face-to-face classes in the city. On Monday, Mayor Honey said during an ambush interview that there were no untoward incidents … Read more
CHED: “The percentage of unvaccinated individuals both for faculty and students is now significantly lower than when we issued the guidelines in November 2021.” CHED — On Monday, the Commission on Higher Education said that unvaccinated college students and teachers are allowed to attend in-person classes. In a press conference, CHED chairperson Prospero de Vera … Read more
President Bongbong Marcos: “Kapag ito ay naging matagumpay, hindi lang ito balik-eskuwela kundi balik-negosyo, balik-hanapbuhay at balik-kaunlaran.” PRESIDENT BONGBONG MARCOS — The President said that the resumption of face-to-face classes will boost the economic recovery in the Philippines. In the 221st episode of his weekly vlog, the President is hoping for a successful resumption of … Read more
CHED will continue flexible learning as a policy for HEIs. CHED — The Commission on Higher Education said that it will continue flexible learning as a policy in higher education institutions (HEIs) despite the resumption of limited in-person classes. In a report on GMA News’ “24 Oras” on Wednesday, CHED chairperson Prospero De Vera III … Read more
Only fully vaxxed students and teachers would be allowed to join limited face-to-face classes, according to CHED. CHED — On Wednesday, the Commission on Higher Education said that only fully vaccinated students and teachers would be allowed to join limited face-to-face classes. In a virtual forum, CHED Executive Director IV Attorney Cinderella Benitez-Jaro said that … Read more
HEIs may suspend face-to-face classes under high alert levels, according to CHED. CHED — On Wednesday, the Commission on Higher Education said that HEIs (higher education institutions) may preventively suspend limited face-to-face classes if they would be placed under granular lockdowns or under high alert levels. According to CHED Executive Director IV Attorney Cinderella Benitez-Jaro, … Read more
CHED clarified that students were not mandated to be vaccinated to attend face-to-face classes. CHED — The Commission on Higher Education clarified on Thursday that students were not mandated to be vaccinated to attend face-to-face classes. CHED Chairperson Prospero De Vera III recently clarified that vaccination wasn’t required for students attending limited physical classes. During … Read more
The CHED was studying the possibility of allowing limited face-to-face classes in all degree programs in low-risk areas. CHED — The Commission on Higher Education was currently studying the possibility of allowing limited face-to-face classes in all degree programs in low-risk areas. During Monday’s Presidential press briefing, CHED Chairman Prospero De Vera III said that … Read more
