Tag: Public Education
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Cheetah Cub Cam Captures Births: Four Cubs Born During Shutdown at Smithsonian Facility
Four Cheetah Cubs Born During Shutdown: A Surprise at Smithsonian In a recent turn of events that blends wildlife conservation with public engagement, four cheetah cubs were born at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) in Front Royal, Virginia, during the government shutdown. The newborns have since become part of a live display, accessible to…
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Queensland Teachers to Rally Across State Over Pay Dispute, But Strike Date Lingers
Queensland teachers rally across the state over pay dispute The Queensland Teachers’ Union is mobilizing a series of statewide rallies as it pushes for a resolution to a long-running pay dispute with the state government. While the union has signaled a willingness to escalate action, it stopped short of confirming a specific strike date, saying…
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Alberta Teachers Fight Back: ATA Sues Govt Over Notwithstanding Clause
Overview: A High-Stakes Legal Superseding of a Strike The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) has announced a court challenge against the provincial government, arguing that the use of the Notwithstanding Clause in legislation aimed at ending a province-wide strike over pay and conditions is unconstitutional. The move highlights a rare, high-profile conflict between collective bargaining rights…
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DepEd to Lead P38.26-B Learning Recovery and Decentralization Program Backed by World Bank
Overview: A Major Reform to Accelerate Learning Recovery The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on November 5 that it will spearhead a landmark nationwide reform to accelerate learning recovery, increase school autonomy, and improve outcomes for students across the Philippines. The program, valued at P38.26 billion, represents a concerted effort to address learning gaps intensified…
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Gatchalian Urges LGUs to Intensify Fight against Functional Illiteracy
Senator pushes local government action to tackle functional illiteracy Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has renewed his call for greater involvement by local government units (LGUs) in the battle against functional illiteracy in the Philippines. The push comes in response to a disturbing report showing that functional illiteracy has surged, with the number of Filipinos affected reaching…
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DepEd Carmona SDO Opens in Cavite to Boost Education
New milestone for Cavite: Carmona gets a dedicated Schools Division Office The Department of Education (DepEd) has officially inaugurated the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Carmona City in Cavite, a move the agency says will significantly improve access to education services for students, teachers, and communities in the province. The opening signals a commitment to…
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DepEd Opens New SDO in Carmona City, Cavite
New milestone for Cavite’s educational landscape The Department of Education (DepEd) has officially opened the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Carmona City in Cavite, marking a significant step toward improving access to education services across the province. The ceremony, led by DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara on October 30, showcased the department’s ongoing commitment to strengthening…
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Daanish School Chitral: PM Lays Foundation Stone Today
A Milestone for Education in Pakistan’s Remote North Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif laid the foundation stone for the new Daanish School in Chitral on October 31, marking a significant step toward expanding access to quality education in one of Pakistan’s most geographically challenging regions. The Daanish School project is designed to provide free boarding, education,…
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Dispersal of World Teachers’ Day Protest Draws Ire Over Police Tactics in Iloilo City
Peaceful Demands met with dispersal: What happened in Iloilo City Activists are condemning the actions of police who dispersed a peaceful protest in Iloilo City just over a day before World Teachers’ Day. The demonstration gathered outside West Visayas State University (WVSU) to highlight concerns about teachers’ wages, the state of public education, and corruption…
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Vancouver Residents Seek Stronger Disaster Preparedness and Community Ties
Overview of the Vancouver disaster preparedness study A joint study by the University of British Columbia’s Disaster Resilience Research Network and the City of Vancouver Emergency Management Agency surveyed nearly 3,000 residents and held six focus groups to explore how people perceive risk and plan for emergencies. The research aims to uncover what Vancouverites know,…