THE Department of Education (DepEd) has updated guidelines on class and work suspensions in schools during disasters and emergencies to safeguard learners, teachers and non-teaching personnel from potential harm while ensuring uninterrupted learning. DepEd Order (DO) No. 022, s.
STUDENTS of the Calasiao Comprehensive National High School in Pangasinan bring their rain gear in this undated photo. The Department of Education issued the revised guidelines on class and work suspensions in schools in the event of disasters and emergencies.
“ upholds the principle of promoting the welfare, safety, and security of learners and personnel at all times,” the order read. “At the same time, it recognizes the importance of uninterrupted learning, even in times of disasters and calamities, especially for learners in disaster-prone areas.” The LSCP should identify Alternative Delivery Modes tailored to local conditions such as modular distance learning, online education, or blended approaches to provide students with nonstop access to education during calamities.
The plan also includes mobilizing educators, school heads, and staff during emergencies. It emphasizes training programs and capacity-building initiatives, such as “Learning Action Cells” to equip teachers for alternative teaching methods.
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