The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released ₱19.055 billion to improve school facilities as part of efforts to strengthen the education sector, Secretary Amenah Pangandaman announced Tuesday.
The release includes P15.52 billion under the Basic Education Facilities Fund (BEFF), P2.61 billion for the Last Mile Schools Program, and P925 million for the restoration of Gabaldon and other heritage school buildings.
Funds were coursed through the Department of Public Works and Highways under the 2025 General Appropriations Act.
“We have a series of releases for school construction and repair to help decongest classrooms and provide safer learning spaces. This aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to strengthen the education sector,” Pangandaman said.
The DBM said the allocations will cover the construction of 939 new classrooms, repair of more than 6,200 others, and upgrading of sanitation and water facilities in 176 schools. The Last Mile Schools Program will also support classrooms and facilities in far-flung and underserved communities, including technical-vocational laboratories.
Pangandaman said the goal is to ensure both teachers and students benefit from stronger and more durable facilities.
