President Marcos Approves Gradual Return to Traditional School Calendar
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the reversion of the Philippines’ school calendar to its traditional schedule. Starting with the 2024-2025 school year, the academic year will run from July to April, with an eventual goal of a June to March timeline. This change aims to align the school calendar with the country’s seasonal patterns, reducing weather-related disruptions and enhancing educational quality. The transition will be gradual, allowing institutions ample time to adjust. This move is expected to improve attendance rates and academic performance while also aligning school activities with national events and agricultural cycles.
