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Quezon City Congratulates Local ‘Iskolar ng Bayan’ Scholars

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The Quezon City Government has issued a congratulatory message to its scholars, known as ‘Iskolar ng Bayan’, celebrating their achievements and encouraging them to serve the nation. This public recognition highlights the city’s investment in education and local talent, fostering community pride and inspiring other students in Quezon City to pursue academic excellence. The announcement was made via the official Quezon City Government Facebook page, and it includes a supportive community comment encouraging the scholars to use their knowledge for public service.

Manila City Launches School Safety Initiative

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Manila City has announced a new ‘schools safety initiative’ that introduces stricter disciplinary measures, including potential expulsion for students involved in serious offenses. This policy was recently implemented across public schools in the city. While this policy is specific to Manila, it is a significant development in Metro Manila’s education landscape and could influence policies in neighboring cities like Quezon City. QC parents and students should be aware of this as it sets a precedent for stricter school safety measures in the region. The initiative primarily targets serious offenses within school grounds, but the specific list of offenses and detailed procedural guidelines are yet to be widely disseminated. Residents seeking more information should monitor announcements from the Manila City Government and the Department of Education (DepEd) Manila.

Quezon City Updates Class Suspension Guidelines for Calamities

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The Quezon City Government has released a new official guide outlining the specific criteria for suspending classes due to typhoons, extreme heat, or other calamities. This policy directly impacts students, parents, and school staff in QC, providing clear rules to ensure safety during emergencies and helping households plan their day. The detailed guidelines, which are publicly posted on the official Quezon City Government Facebook page, provide the official criteria residents should follow for class suspension announcements.

New QC Guidelines for Automatic School Class Suspensions

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The Quezon City Government has released new official guidelines for the automatic suspension of classes in city-run schools. These guidelines specify the conditions, such as typhoons, extreme heat, or other calamities, under which classes will be suspended without a separate announcement. This is critical information for all QC parents, students, and educators as it directly impacts daily school schedules and safety planning. Knowing the official rules helps families prepare for disruptions and understand when a school day is automatically cancelled. The full guidelines are available via a link in the official Quezon City Government Facebook post. The policy clarifies that classes are considered ‘in session’ by default unless a suspension announcement is made according to the new criteria.

Quezon City Announces New Automatic Class Suspension Guidelines

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The Quezon City Government has issued new official guidelines clarifying that classes automatically proceed if no suspension is announced, and outlining procedures for suspensions during typhoons, extreme heat, or other calamities. This directly affects the daily planning of all families with students in Quezon City, providing clear rules to avoid confusion during emergencies and ensuring the safety of students is prioritized. Residents should monitor the official Quezon City Government Facebook page (QCGov) for suspension announcements, as no announcement means classes are as scheduled. The new comprehensive guidelines for various calamity scenarios are available for review via the link provided in the official post.

Be Juan Tama Talks Returns for Third Edition Focused on Mythbusting

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The talk series Be Juan Tama Talks held its third edition, featuring discussions on mythbusting and information sharing with hosts Chris Tiu and Elvira Yap-Go. This event offers Quezon City and Metro Manila residents a valuable opportunity to engage with prominent Filipino personalities on critical topics like combating misinformation, making it a relevant educational and community experience. The event was held on a Monday, though the specific venue and time were not detailed in the available information. Attendance details such as admission fees or registration requirements are also not provided in the source.

DepEd Introduces New Four-Level Class Suspension Framework

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The Department of Education (DepEd) has introduced a new four-level framework to guide schools on the appropriate learning mode during emergencies and class suspensions. This policy, applicable to all schools including those in Quezon City, will take effect starting June 2026. This framework directly impacts all local students and their families in Quezon City by standardizing how schools respond to emergencies, ensuring learning continuity and clearer communication during events like typhoons or other crises. It provides a predictable structure that can reduce confusion for parents and educators. The new framework categorizes emergencies into four distinct levels, each with prescribed learning modes such as asynchronous learning, limited synchronous sessions, or full suspension. Parents and students should monitor official DepEd and local government announcements for the specific alert level and corresponding learning mode.

Student Seeks Free UPCAT Review Centers in Quezon City for July

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A Reddit user from Quezon City is actively seeking recommendations for free UPCAT review centers (RevCen) that are still available and accepting registrations in July, before the upcoming exam. This inquiry highlights a critical need for accessible, free educational support for Quezon City students who may not have the financial resources for paid review courses, … Read more

QC Scholarship Fund Disbursement Process Inquiry for Midyear Term Students

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A student has posted on the Quezon City subreddit seeking clarification from other QCYDO scholars about how scholarship funds are disbursed for those enrolled in a midyear term after two regular semesters. This query addresses a practical concern for local students relying on the Quezon City government’s QCYDO scholarship to fund their education, as understanding … Read more

Community Inquiry on Quezon City Scholarship Application Deadline

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A resident on the Quezon City subreddit is asking if the local government’s QC Scholarship application is still open, as they missed the initial announcement. This inquiry is important for QC students and families as the scholarship program provides crucial educational financial assistance from the local government, and missing the deadline could mean losing a … Read more