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THE FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND LITERACY ACT
The Financial Education and Literacy Act aims to integrate basic financial literacy as a core subject in junior and senior high school curricula and as part of the K to 12 program, with funding appropriated for its implementation.
DIGITAL SKILLS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ACT
The Digital Skills and Technology Education Act mandates the inclusion of digital skills and relevant technology courses in the educational curriculum across various educational levels in the Philippines.
KALINGANG MENTAL HEALTH PARA SA GURO ACT OF 2026
The Kalingang Mental Health para sa Guro Act of 2026 aims to establish programs and services to support the mental health and wellness of teachers in the Philippines, ensuring they receive adequate support and resources.
EXPANDING THE PURPOSE AND APPLICATION OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND (R.A. NO. 7160)
This bill aims to expand the purpose and application of the Special Education Fund (SEF) by amending Section 272 of the Local Government Code of 1991. It seeks to provide clearer guidelines on how the SEF can be utilized to improve educational facilities and support teachers.
DIGITAL LITERACY IN SCHOOLS ACT
The Digital Literacy in Schools Act mandates the inclusion of digital literacy in the curriculum for grade schools and high schools, aiming to equip students with essential skills for navigating the digital world safely and responsibly.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND STATE UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES MODERNIZATION
This bill aims to modernize all public schools and state universities and colleges in the Philippines by upgrading facilities, integrating technology, and providing better educational tools.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY (PSOFT) ACT
The Public Schools of the Future in Technology (PSOFT) Act aims to enhance public education in the Philippines by integrating digital technology and innovation into the teaching and learning processes. It establishes an Inter-agency Task Force to develop a PSOFT Road Map and provides a framework for public-private partnerships to support these initiatives.
TEACHERS’ WORKLOAD RATIONALIZATION ACT
The Teachers’ Workload Rationalization Act aims to define and rationalize the workload of public school teachers, ensuring they are not overburdened with non-teaching tasks and that their professional dignity is upheld.
INCREASING THE MINIMUM SALARY GRADE LEVEL OF SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION TEACHERS
This bill seeks to increase the minimum salary grade level of Special Needs Education (SNEd) teachers from Salary Grade 14 to Salary Grade 22, aiming to improve their compensation and attract more qualified educators to the field.
ELECTRONIC GADGET-FREE SCHOOLS ACT
The Electronic Gadget-Free Schools Act aims to prohibit the use of mobile devices and other electronic gadgets during class hours in all public and private educational institutions from Kindergarten to Senior High School.
SECOND CONGRESSIONAL COMMISSION ON EDUCATION (EDCOM II) ACT
This bill extends the duration of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) for an additional two years to continue its research and oversight on education reforms in the Philippines.
EXPANDING THE PURPOSE AND APPLICATION OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND (AMENDING RA NO. 7160)
This bill aims to expand the purpose and application of the Special Education Fund (SEF) by amending Section 272 of the Local Government Code of 1991. It seeks to allow local government units (LGUs) to utilize the SEF for a broader range of educational purposes, including the operation of various educational programs and the acquisition of educational resources.
NEW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (DEPED) RETIREMENT AGE ACT
This bill proposes to lower the compulsory retirement age for teachers and non-teaching personnel of the Department of Education from 65 to 60 years old, allowing for earlier retirement and potentially opening positions for younger educators.