Catch-up Fridays Should Not Come With A Price Tag!

📚 Attention Parents and Learners! 📚

The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued a stern reminder: Catch-up Fridays should not come with a price tag! 🚫

In a recent statement, DepEd clarified that selling booklets or workbooks for Catch-up Fridays is strictly prohibited. These supplementary materials are meant to enhance learning, not burden families with out-of-pocket expenses. So, parents, take note: No wallet required for Catch-up Fridays! 💡

Catch-up Fridays Should Not Come With A Price Tag!

🔍 What’s the Buzz? DepEd received several complaints about school personnel peddling these materials to students. Imagine the frustration of learners, caught between their thirst for knowledge and the pressure to pay up. But fear not! DepEd has launched an investigation into this matter. Heads might roll, folks! 😤

⚖️ Consequences Await DepEd isn’t playing games. Any individual caught in this shady scheme will face administrative sanctions. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or just a well-meaning enthusiast, think twice before slipping those booklets into backpacks. 🚫

📢 Be a Whistleblower The agency encourages vigilance. If you spot any illicit workbook deals, don’t hesitate to blow the whistle! Report similar incidents to the Office of the Secretary at osec@deped.gov.ph. Your email might just save a student’s pocket money. 🕵️‍♂️💼

📆 Catch-up Fridays: The Lowdown Since January 12, DepEd has been rolling out Catch-up Fridays. These targeted sessions aim to boost reading skills and elevate academic performance. So, let’s keep it legit, folks! No covert transactions, no hidden fees—just pure learning. 📖✨

Remember, education should be accessible to all, regardless of financial constraints. Let’s keep those pockets light and those minds sharp! 🌟

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