Following the death of a Grade 7 student at Castor Alviar National High School in Masili, Calamba City in Laguna, the Department of Education said it is extending its condolences to the family of the victim, identified by the police as Mark Anthony Miranda, 15.
It also strongly denounced the killing and added that its Schools Division Office in Calamba City, in coordination with the local police, is currently investigating the incident.
The DepEd added that school officials have already reached out to the family for the necessary financial assistance for medical and burial expenses.
The Castor Alviar National High School will also coordinate with other agencies to conduct psychological debriefing to address the traumatic effects of the incident to learners and school personnel, and look into strengthening security.
