EDUCATION Secretary Juan Edgardo Angara says they are eyeing public-private partnerships (PPP) to address the perennial problem of classroom backlogs.
“We are pushing for PPP now. This means large-scale, in bulk, 1,000 classrooms. We will bid out 1,000 school buildings and offer it to the private sector to construct,” Angara said during a recent dialogue with school officials and teachers in La Paz, Tarlac
Angara said private companies that join the Adopt-A-School Program will enjoy tax benefits as an incentive.
“Some businessmen or charitable organizations might not know this, so let them know that if they donate a school building, they can deduct it (corresponding cost) from their taxable income,” Angara added.
Angara also said the Department of Education is focused on prioritizing digital technology to enhance learning opportunities and introduce innovations for learners and teachers.
