DepEd moving to resume classes ASAP in storm areas

The Department of Education (DepEd) has rolled out quick-response efforts to ensure that millions of learners could return to schools as soon as possible following the class disruptions caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

- With Rainier Allan Ronda

Education Secretary Sonny Angara said the agency is eyeing the quick replacement of damaged textbooks, computers, equipment and other learning tools by disbursing more maintenance and other operating expenses for its schools, regional and division offices.

Angara added that the DepEd is also trying to reproduce more printed self-learning modules and setting up temporary learning spaces for affected students and teachers.