Strengthened SHS Curriculum: Will Fewer Subjects Lead to Better Learning?
For a Grade 10 student preparing to enter senior high school, choosing a pathway has always been a major decision. Should they pursue STEM for engineering, business for entrepreneurship, or a technical course that could lead directly to employment? Under the Strengthened SHS Curriculum, that decision is changing. Starting School Year 2026–2027, DepEd is implementing… View Article
LIS Evolution: How DepEd’s Upgraded Learner Information System and PhilSys Integration Impact Enrollment
A Smarter Enrollment System—or Another Digital Promise? The Department of Education’s (DepEd) Learner Information System (LIS) helps schools manage student records and enrollment data. Meanwhile, the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) provides a national framework for identity verification. If these systems become effectively connected, they could offer opportunities to improve how learner information is recorded and… View Article
MATATAG Curriculum: What it means for Filipino Students’ High School Path
Imagine your child getting a high score in Mathematics but struggling to calculate a simple shopping discount. They may have memorized the formula, but can they apply it in real life? This is the challenge the MATATAG Curriculum aims to address by prioritizing essential competencies and making learning less congested. With Grade 10 scheduled for… View Article
