House Deputy Minority Leader and ACT Teachers Partylist Rep. France Castro called on the leadership of the House of Representatives to expedite the passage of House Bill 207 which seeks to include Philippine history as a separate subject in high school.
She made the call following the order of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to incoming Education secretary Sonny Angara to improve the teaching of Philippine history.'President Marcos Jr.'s directive to Secretary Angara underscores the urgent need to pass House Bill 207,' Castro said. 'If we are serious about teaching our youth accurate and comprehensive Philippine history, we must ensure that it is given proper attention in our curriculum.
It's not just about fulfilling a presidential directive; it's about equipping our youth with the knowledge they need to become critical thinkers and informed citizens,' she added.Meanwhile, Puwersa ng Bayaning Atleta Rep. Margarita Nograles recommended the inclusion of West Philippine Sea lessons in the curriculum.
Pushes Bill Adding PH History Subject In High School
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