President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Announced a unified three-tier framework to manage school closures and reopenings. The policy applies to all public and private schools nationwide. The framework outlines criteria for suspending in-person classes based on local health conditions and government guidelines.
The three tiers determine the level of school operations: full closure, partial closure, and full resumption. Schools in high-risk areas will face full closure, while those in moderate risk may operate partially. Full resumption is allowed in low-risk regions. The policy requires local governments to assess risk levels and report to the Department of Education.
This framework follows recent concerns over rising infection rates and the need for consistent educational policies. The Department of Education will monitor compliance and provide updates. The policy aims to balance public health and educational continuity.
The new guidelines replace previous inconsistent measures implemented by different local governments. Marcos emphasized the need for a national approach to ensure fairness and effectiveness. The policy will be reviewed periodically based on health data and expert recommendations.
