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Read more about the latest discussions, proceedings, and developments at the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II).

  • House Bill boosting aid for private school students and teachers passes on Second Reading

    House Bill boosting aid for private school students and teachers passes on Second Reading

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    The House of Representatives passed on second reading House Bill No. 11214, aimed at expanding the Private Basic Education Vouchers Assistance Act. The bill seeks to repeal and replace various sections of Republic Act No. 8545, also known as the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act, which itself amended the…

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  • EDCOM 2 calls on DepEd to amend Anti-Bullying IRR

    EDCOM 2 calls on DepEd to amend Anti-Bullying IRR

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    The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) today, January 21, 2025, has submitted its proposed revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for the Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 to the Department of Education. The revisions aim to provide a more effective and proactive measure to combat bullying in schools, addressing significant shortfalls in the current…

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  • EDCOMย 2ย set to releaseย Yearย Twoย Reportย 

    EDCOMย 2ย set to releaseย Yearย Twoย Reportย 

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    The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2), established under Republic Act 11899, is set to release its Year 2 Report on January 28, 2025. Tasked with conducting a thorough review of the Philippine education system, the report will be focusing on 16 out of 28 priority areas of the Commission, identifying key areas for improvement and formulating actionable…

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  • After 31 years, law on Teacher Licensure Exams set for reforms

    After 31 years, law on Teacher Licensure Exams set for reforms

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    Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, EDCOM 2 Co-Chairperson and Senate Basic Education Committee Chair emphasized the need to attract the best talent in the teaching profession. In a hearing held today, January 14, 2025, the session deliberated on Senate Bills 2840, 2830, and 2884, filed by EDCOM 2 Co-Chairperson Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, EDCOM 2 Commissioner Senator Loren…

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  • 2025 national budget ramps up investment in early childhood education

    2025 national budget ramps up investment in early childhood education

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    On December 30, 2024, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved the PhP 6.326 trillion General Appropriations Act, emphasizing significant national investment in Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD). This allocation strategically supports the dual objectives of enhancing ECCD programs by upgrading the skills of Child Development Workers (CDWs) and establishing more Child Development Centers (CDCs) in…

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  • Legarda files bill to amend college subsidy program

    Legarda files bill to amend college subsidy program

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    Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) Commissioner Senator Loren Legarda filed Senate Bill No. 2905 yesterday, December 17. The bill seeks to amend RA 10931 or the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, to address the issues surrounding the implementation of the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) program. Findings from EDCOM 2, showed a…

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