Voucher Program
At least 177 leaders from Catholic schools nationwide gathered to endorse the proposed expansion of government assistance for underprivileged students enrolling in private schools via a voucher system. The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) said the event discussed principles behind government subsidies for private education students and the policy foundations of the proposed Private Basic Education Voucher Program. Speakers highlighted parental empowerment and the need for quality in expansion.
Imeripotiwa na AI
Two years after a Senate hearing, the Department of Education (DepEd) has yet to release new guidelines for the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP). During the January 20 hearing, Senator Win Gatchalian criticized the delay, questioning the agency's seriousness in addressing issues like 'ghost' students and improper beneficiary targeting.