Private schools are now allowed to shift to a blended learning system without prior approval.
This comes after the Department of Education (DepEd) assured flexibility amid the need to conserve electricity during the national energy emergency.
In a memorandum, DepEd emphasized that private schools may continue with five-day in-person classes or implement blended learning.
The guidelines also state that schools opting for blended learning no longer need to seek approval, provided they inform their respective Schools Division Office at least five days before implementation.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara said they understand the challenges faced by private schools.
He added that the goal is to give them the flexibility to address rising operational costs while maintaining the quality of education.
(PHOTO COURTESY: DepEd)
