DepEd Seeks Over P500M Additional Funding for Special Needs Program
The Department of Education (DepEd) is requesting over P500 million in additional funding to train and hire personnel for its special needs education program, as the initiative faces potential budget cuts for 2027. The funds aim to support over 30,000 public schools and enhance teacher capacity for students with special needs.
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