Nearly Half of Philippine Public Schools Now Equipped with CCTV, DepEd Reports
The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines announced that approximately 49% of public schools nationwide are now equipped with CCTV cameras. This initiative follows an increase in school-related violence, aiming to bolster safety measures. Funding for these cameras comes from various sources, including school operating expenses, local government units, and PTA donations.
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