The Department of Education (DepEd) has released guidelines to address the aftermath of typhoons, emphasizing the safety and welfare of teachers and students while maintaining uninterrupted learning.

How will they accomplish it? Read this article because this is the DepEd cheat-sheet to ensure learning continuity while learning remains uninterrupted during calamities.

Prompt Reporting of Casualties

Outlined in Department Memorandum No. 64, series of 2024, signed by Secretary Sonny Angara, the directive instructs field officials to coordinate with local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMO) and promptly report any casualties or displaced personnel.

Schools are required to activate their medical and DRRM teams, evaluate the safety of classrooms and facilities, and provide assistance to those affected.

Rapid Assessment of Damages Report

To track the situation, Regional and Schools Division Offices must submit daily Situation Reports by 9:00 AM.

Additionally, school DRRM teams are tasked with completing and submitting the Rapid Assessment of Damages Report (RADaR) within 72 hours, either through the RADaR application or an offline template.

DepEd Implements Dynamic Learning Program

To ensure learning continues, field offices and schools are directed to implement Alternative Delivery Modes (ADMs) tailored to local needs, including the Dynamic Learning Program (DLP). School officials must also ensure the availability of learning materials prior to deploying these methods.

The Dynamic Learning Program (DLP) is an innovative and research-based educational framework implemented by the Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines.

It was developed by Dr. Christopher Bernido and Dr. Ma. Victoria Carpio-Bernido, both renowned physicists and educators, to enhance learning outcomes, particularly in resource-constrained and disaster-prone areas.

“DLP can be implemented in schools as make-up classes and catch-up sessions in temporary learning spaces. The initiative features parallel classes, activity-based engagement, student portfolios, and a reduced homework policy,” the DepEd said in a news release last November 13.

DepEd Reaffirms Commitment to Safety

Collaboration with local government units for clean-up activities, minor repairs, and the creation of temporary learning spaces is also encouraged.

DepEd reaffirms its commitment to prioritizing the safety and education of students and educators in times of disaster.