Public schools in the Philippines will not be included in the four-day workweek announced by President Marcos, Education Secretary Sonny Angara confirmed.
The arrangement, set to begin March 9, applies only to certain executive branch agencies to help curb energy and fuel use amid rising oil prices from the Middle East conflict.
DepEd offices, however, will follow the adjusted work schedule.
Angara also directed public schools to hold “simple yet meaningful” graduation and moving-up ceremonies without excessive spending, emphasizing the department’s “no collection” policy.
The end-of-school-year rites for Kindergarten, Grade 6, Grade 10, Grade 12, and Alternative Learning System learners will take place on March 30 or 31 under the theme, “Filipino Graduates: Prepared to Lead with Competence and Character.”
Source: PhilNews24 | March 9, 2026
