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Education
by Win Gatchalian on September, 5, 2021

Prepare LGUs for COVID-19 vaccine rollout to minors

Following the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of drugmaker Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for inoculating minors aged 12-17, Senator Win Gatchalian pressed the urgency of preparing local government units (LGUs) for the vaccination of the age group.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on September, 1, 2021

Exempt teachers’ election honoraria from tax

With roughly a month to go before the end of registration for the 2022 polls, Senator Win Gatchalian pushes anew for the tax exemption of teachers’ election honoraria.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 30, 2021

On sustaining post COVID-19 recovery: Make workforce ready for ‘Industry 4.0’

In sustaining the country’s recovery from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Senator Win Gatchalian pressed the importance of equipping learners and the workforce with the needed skills for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0).

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 29, 2021

Bill to achieve ‘zero illiteracy’ in the country filed

Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a bill that aims to accelerate the universalization of literacy in the country.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 27, 2021

Vaccinating minors to boost confidence on safe school reopening

Senator Win Gatchalian reiterated the urgency of vaccinating minors, especially those aged 12-17, to ensure the safe reopening of schools and boost confidence when face-to-face classes resume.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 26, 2021

School closure impact on poor households alarming; learning recovery through ARAL Bill needed

A Pulse Asia Survey commissioned by Senator Win Gatchalian highlights the vulnerability of poorer households to the impact of school closures because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 23, 2021

Bill on free tutorials for vulnerable learners’ academic recovery pushed

To address the impact of prolonged school closures because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a bill that seeks to give struggling learners access to a free national remedial program, which includes well-systematized tutorial sessions.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 20, 2021

COA flags deficiencies in distance learning funds; inquiry on school opening needed

With less than a month to go before the opening of School Year 2021-2022, Senator Win Gatchalian says the Senate will have a thorough assessment of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) readiness for a prolonged distance learning scenario.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on August, 15, 2021

National Language Month should highlight ‘language of instruction’ woes

Reforms in the basic education sector should address persisting issues hounding the language of instruction, Senator Win Gatchalian said, amid the nationwide celebration of the National Language Month this August.