President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday honored the Filipino teachers and called on the public to help advance inclusive education for the success of all learners.
“Our teachers lie at the heart of our educational system standing as the second parents of our children and molding them into future leaders, changemakers, and nation builders. They play an indispensable role in preserving our country’s democratic values and way of life not only as stewards during elections but also as influencers of the younger generations,” President Marcos said in his message for the National Teachers’ Day celebration.
“As we celebrate the National Teachers’ Day, we acknowledge our educators all around the world for imparting the values of excellence and hard work among our students and nurturing them to become the best versions of themselves,” the President said.
The administration continues to honor teachers for the sacrifices they make through the policies and reforms implemented in the education sector, he said.
The President cited the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act, which gives public school teachers additional teaching allowance, personal accident insurance and special hardship allowances.
The administration also pursues initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills of teachers through various professional development and career advancement opportunities so they can be at par with their international counterparts, he said.
“As we face the pressing challenges of our time, I ask everyone to channel our efforts towards advancing inclusive education that facilitates success for all learners and ushers in a better and brighter Bagong Pilipinas for us all,” the President added.
During the 2024 National Teachers’ Day Celebration in Quezon City on Thursday, the President called on the Department of Education (DepEd), public and private school teachers, and other government agencies nationwide to work together in improving the quality of education in the Philippines. | PND
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