DepEd ready to implement new law expanding support for remote schools

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education prepares for the implementation of the Last Mile and Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (Gida) Schools Act, which aims to improve access to quality education in remote and underserved communities.

Signed into law by President Ferdinand R.

Marcos Jr. and set to take effect on Aug.

12, 2026, ...