DepEd pushes for more access roads to geographically isolated schools

The Department of Education (DepEd) called for enhanced collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and local government units (LGUs) to construct more access roads to public schools, particularly in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAS).

- By MERLINA HERNANDO-MALIPOT

In a statement, DepEd said the initiative supports President Marcos' national goal of boosting infrastructure to improve access to essential services and aligns with the department's mission to eliminate physical barriers that hinder education, especially in far-flung communities.

In a formal proposal submitted to the DPWH, DepEd recommended the inclusion of road access projects for public schools—especially newly constructed ones—in the agency's programming and investment plans.