Philippine Education Department Faces Pressure Over 20,000 Vacant Teaching Posts
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
The Department of Education is facing pressure to accelerate the hiring process for more than 20,000 unfilled teaching positions nationwide. The 2027 National Expenditure Program proposes a budget of P976 billion for the Department, which includes P31 billion specifically for new personnel.
From rappler.com
Why it matters
During House plenary deliberations, an ACT Teachers Representative questioned the slow pace of filling positions. A representative stated that the department is currently implementing the allocations made under the General Appropriations Act of 2026.
From rappler.com
Who's involved
- Department of EducationGovernment agency responsible for education services in the Philippines
- PhilippinesGeopolitical state where the Department of Education operates
- CongressLegislative body where the budget is being discussed
- house of representativesLegislative body responsible for approving the national budget
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The entities involved
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Department of Education
Western Australian government department
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Philippines
archipelagic country in Southeast Asia
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