Revised Guidelines on Class and Work Suspension in Schools During Disasters and Emergencies
Revised Guidelines on Class and Work Suspension in Schools During Disasters and Emergencies
The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued DepEd Order No. 022, s. 2024, introducing revised guidelines on the suspension of classes and work in schools during disasters and emergencies. This initiative aims to prioritize the safety and well-being of learners, teachers, and non-teaching personnel while ensuring minimal disruption to education.
DEC 23 2024
DepEd ORDER No. 022, s. 2024
REVISED GUIDELINES ON CLASS AND WORK SUSPENSION IN SCHOOLS DURING DISASTERS AND EMERGENCIES
1. The Department of Education (DepEd) issues the enclosed Revised Guidelines on Class and Work Suspension in Schools During Disasters and Emergencies.
2. This Order outlines guidelines for suspending in-person classes during disasters or emergencies. The goal is to safeguard learners, teachers, and nonteaching personnel from potential harm while ensuring uninterrupted learning.
3. Learners who miss learning activities due to class suspensions caused by disruptions such as disasters or emergencies resulting from natural or human- induced hazards, shall be given due consideration regarding their attendance and the completion of their learning tasks.
4. All provisions of other existing issuances inconsistent with this Order are repealed, rescinded, or modified accordingly.
5. This Order shall take effect immediately after its publication on the DepEd website as well as its filing with the Office of the National Administrative Register (ONAR) at the University of the Philippines Law Center, UP Diliman, Quezon City.
6. Immediate dissemination of and strict compliance with this Order is directed.
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