The Department of Education (DepEd) said it is considering a trimester school calendar system for School Year 2026-2027 as part of its ongoing reforms.
In its latest press release Friday, the agency expressed its intent to reduce class suspensions and increase the number of days devoted to learning.
Under the current calendar, learners are expected to complete required topics in various subjects across four quarters.
The proposed schedule would divide the academic year into three terms of 61 days each to maximize learning.
Instructional and enrichment blocks would be provided to minimize disruptions in lesson delivery, while holiday celebrations would be integrated into the class schedule to lessen delays.
The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) flagged disruptions caused by natural calamities, which have contributed to 30 percent of learning delays.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara, affirming the findings, said the proposed schedule would streamline learning processes and reduce teachers’ workload.
“We are pushing this to ensure longer, uninterrupted periods of learning, better pacing of lessons, and a lower administrative burden for our teachers,” he said.
