Republic Act 12315 signed by Marcos last March 4 extended the life of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) for two years. EDCOM 2 is a national commission tasked to conduct a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the Philippine education sector’s performance. House committee on higher and technical education and co-chairman of EDCOM 2 Rep. Jude Acidre expressed gratitude for Marcos for extending the duration of EDCOM 2. And it begins with meaningful conversations with our leaders in private education institutions to ensure that our priorities are aligned in implementing the program,” he said. Angara and the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) convened at the Ateneo de Davao University, where the committee and private education leaders discussed how the two sectors can work together.

Source: Philippine Star March 05, 2026 16:34 UTC