DepEd orders distance learning on April 15, 16

The Department of Education (DepEd) has ordered the implementation of distance learning or asynchronous classes for all 47,678 public schools nationwide on April 15 and 16.

- ELIZABETH MARCELO

“In order to allow learners to complete pending assignments, projects and other requirements as the end of school year is fast approaching, all public schools nationwide shall implement asynchronous classes/distance learning on April 1516, 2024,” an advisory released by the DepEd yesterday read.

“Likewise, teaching and non-teaching personnel in all public schools shall not be required to report to their respective stations,” it added.

The DepEd said private schools are not covered by the advisory though they may opt to implement the same.

DepEd clarified that activities organized by Regional and Schools Division Offices (RDOs and SDOs), such as Regional Athletic Association Meets and other division or school level programs which fall on April 15 and 16 “may push through as scheduled.”