April 27, 2023 @Brgy. Sabang Covered Court
Agenda: Division Memorandum No. 132 s. 2023
Reiteration of the Implementation of Modular Distance Learning pursuant to DepEd Order No. 037 s. 2022 and Regional Memorandum No. 56 s. 2023
DepEd reiterates implementation of modular Distance Learning in response to extreme weather conditions
The Department of Education (DepEd) has reiterated the implementation of modular distance learning in schools affected by extreme weather conditions, as provided in DepEd Order No. 037, s. 2022. The reiteration was made through OASOPS No. 2023-077 dated April 20, 2023, a memorandum addressed to all regional directors, school division superintendents, and public and private school heads.
The memorandum was issued in consideration of the learners' well-being, especially those who attend in-person classes and are affected by extreme climate conditions. DO 037, s. 2022 provides guidelines on the cancellation or suspension of classes and work in schools in the event of natural disasters, power outages/power interruptions, and other calamities.
DepEd also reminds school heads of their authority and responsibility to suspend in-person classes and implement modular distance learning in cases of unfavorable weather and environment, such as extremely high temperatures that may put learners' health and wellbeing at risk. This reminder is consistent with Rule VI, Section 6.1 of DepEd Order No. 01, s. 2003 or the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 9155.
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