Perspective! STRENGTHENING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

DANYL JUSTINE S. PEREZ

There is an ongoing review of the existing systems and processes to streamline and strengthen professional development (PD) programs and courses for teachers and school leaders.

The new MATATAG agenda envisions to implement resilient reforms in curriculum implementation, quality basic education services, maximum provision of education facilities, protection of learner well-being, and development of teacher support programs.

The implementation of the Guidelines for National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) Recognition of Professional Development Programs and Courses for Teachers and School Leaders, pursuant to DepEd Order (DO) No. 001, s. 2020, shall be held in abeyance in line with the new directions of the new administration through the MATATAG Agenda.

During this period, the Department of Education (DepEd) Service Providers shall prioritize the implementation of the Curriculum and Teaching strand PD programs such as but not limited to K-12 Curriculum, Learning Camp for Math, Science, and English (Grades 7 and , National Literacies Program, and other NEAP-related PD Programs/Activities chargeable to Human Resource Development (HRD) Funds, subject to the Interim PD standards to be issued by NEAP in a separate memorandum.

In relation to this, the availment of the HRD Fund through the NEAP Recognition process in accordance to DO 030, s. 2021 or the Multiyear Implementing Guidelines on the Allocation and Utilization of the Human Resource Development Fund for Teachers and School Leaders shall also be held in abeyance until such time that NEAP issues new directions and policies related to DepEd Professional Development System.

Learning Service Providers authorized by NEAP may continue to offer their PD programs and courses, subject to the voluntary participation of teachers and school leaders.