What it is
Education Secretary Sonny Angara presented the proposed PHP 969.79 billion budget of the Department of Education (DepEd) for Fiscal Year 2027 to the Senate. Alongside this, a request was made for an additional PHP 147.93 billion to support the agency's main programs.
Key points
- The total proposed budget for DepEd and its related agencies under the FY 2027 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) is PHP 969.79 billion.
- Allocations for FY 2027 (GAB) include PHP 12.09 billion for promoting 135,063 personnel under the Enhanced Career Progression (ECP) System.
- PHP 13.49 billion was allocated for building 3,854 new classrooms to improve learning environments.
- The request for the additional PHP 147.93 billion includes PHP 52.11 billion for personnel improvement, which covers new positions and equipment for teachers and staff.
- DepEd also requested PHP 35.92 billion to support learners, including for the School-Based Feeding Program.
Who is affected
The DepEd's proposed budget affects the entire educational system, including teachers and students. The agency also mentioned that the School-Based Feeding Program expanded its reach from 3.4 million learners in SY 2025–2026 to 4.64 million learners in SY 2026–2027, according to DepEd.
What teachers should do
DepEd affirmed its commitment to working closely with Congress to secure the budget that meets the needs of Filipino teachers and their students.
Source
Official source: deped.gov.ph