DepEd urged: Set 100% vaccination target for teachersStaff of Dagat Dagatan Elementary School in Navotas City prepare the classroom and other materials needed on Sept. 16, 2021 once the government allows the resumption of face-to-face classes. MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Nancy Binay urged the Department of Education on Thursday to "go on full blast" in vaccinating teachers by setting a target rate of 100% as the government prepares to pilot test face-to-face classes for students. According to DepEd, the pilot test of face-to-face classes in the country will start on November 15. "I think the vaccine should be made accessible to teachers and school personnel, and all our teachers should be vaccinated. DepEd should target a full vaccination coverage ASAP.

Source: Philippine Star October 07, 2021 10:51 UTC