PBBM approves 3 grading periods starting SY 2026-2027
𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Economy and Development (ED) Council, chaired by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., has approved the implementation of the three-term school calendar starting with the 2026-2027 school year, serving as a critical step toward improving the country’s education outcomes.
The policy, initiated by the Department of Education (DepEd) and endorsed by the Social Development Committee-Cabinet Level (SDC-CL), aims to maximize the length of learning time, often disrupted by bad weather as well as celebrations and observances.
This policy aligns with the findings and recommendations of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) to enforce a concrete plan that guarantees adequate learning time despite frequent climate-related disruptions.
By shifting from a four-grading-period system to a three-grading-period system, students will benefit from longer, uninterrupted instructional blocks, stabilizing their learning pace and recovery each term.
On the other hand, the new school calendar enables teachers to pursue professional development opportunities as well as a dedicated period to implementing catch-up initiatives.
“Our commitment to developing a globally competitive workforce begins with providing evidence-based solutions to bridge educational gaps in our country. We commend DepEd for continuously pursuing initiatives that support critical development priorities,” said DEPDev Secretary and ED Council Vice-Chair Arsenio M. Balisacan.
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