Angara fast-tracks delivery of disaster-resilient classrooms

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MAKATI CITY, 14 April 2026 — Education Secretary Sonny Angara is accelerating the disbursement of funds for Learning Continuity Spaces (LCS), prioritizing the construction of disaster-resilient classrooms in schools with the most urgent needs.



Through the Basic Education Facilities Fund (BEFF), the Department of Education (DepEd) aims to address the nationwide classroom backlog with this rapid and cost-efficient solution.



“Bilang tugon sa utos ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos, bibilisan natin ang paglalabas ng pondo para sa mga classrooms na kayang tumagal sa sakuna. Ang mahalaga rito, hindi maputol ang pag-aaral ng mga bata,” ani Angara.



“Bahagi ito ng plano ng administrasyong Marcos na siguruhing mabilis makarating ang tulong at mga de-kalidad na pasilidad sa mga lugar na hirap sa kakulangan ng silid-aralan.”



The LCS program has been granted a Php3.5 billion allocation for Fiscal Year 2026 to deliver classrooms to schools dealing with severe shortages, condemned or unsafe structures, or immediate need for learning spaces.



To ensure swift implementation, Angara said DepEd is downloading funds directly to Schools Division Offices (SDO) for immediate procurement and construction.



He emphasized the flexibility of the LCS strategy, noting that sourcing most materials and labor locally makes it easier to adjust to the specific needs of each site.



Except for specialized components like sandwich panels, most materials will be bought from local hardware suppliers, boosting local economies while avoiding logistical delays.



Angara encouraged field offices to replicate the successful implementation models used in Masbate, Davao, and Bogo City.



Unlike traditional construction, each LCS unit can be installed and fully functional within one to two weeks.



Built to meet strict standards, these specialized structures can withstand local environmental hazards. They offer a more economical alternative to permanent buildings without compromising safety or climate-resilience benchmarks.

This streamlined approach ensures that learners in vulnerable areas can return to safe, functional learning environments without delay.

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