DepEd's ARAL Learning Recovery Program Faces Zero Funding for 2027
The Philippines' Department of Education (DepEd) is facing concerns over the continuity of its Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) program, as it received zero funding in the 2027 National Expenditure Program (NEP). While the Education Secretary hopes for its inclusion during budget deliberations, educators express disappointment.
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