DepEd strengthens disaster-ready schools; Angara leads relief operations in Pampanga

Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday, Aug. 6, spearheaded the distribution of relief assistance to over 2,000 teachers and education staff affected by recent typhoons in Pampanga.

- By MERLINA HERNANDO-MALIPOT

Angara led the relief operations benefiting more than 2,000 teaching and non-teaching personnel from Masantol, Macabebe, and nearby flood-affected areas. The recipients were severely impacted by Typhoons Crising, Dante, and Emong.

"Whenever there's a disaster, our first questions are: Are the schools safe? How are our teachers and staff? That's why DepEd, following the President's directive, made sure to respond immediately and personally visit you today," said Angara, who also visited San Isidro Elementary School and San Nicolas Elementary School.

The relief mission was conducted in line with the Marcos administration's directive for immediate disaster response and education continuity.

Food packs and essential supplies were distributed at Masantol High School, San Isidro Elementary School, San Nicolas Elementary School, and Macabebe Elementary School.

Angara also held a dialogue with educators, students, and community stakeholders to listen to their concerns and reaffirm the agency's commitment to their welfare.

Inauguration of school building

As part of DepEd's broader efforts to improve learning environments and enhance the climate resilience of public schools, especially in floodprone areas, Angara led the inauguration of a newly completed school building.