The Department of Education (DepEd) is mobilizing long-term resilience measures for schools affected by the recent 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Sarangani on June 8, 2026.
Impact of the Earthquake on Education Infrastructure
The earthquake has caused significant damage to educational facilities, impacting 1,676 schools and over 266,000 learners across five regions.
The safety of our learners and school personnel remains our highest priority. We are fully committed to investing in long-term, resilient infrastructure that ensures every Filipino learner has access to a safe and secure learning environment.
Sonny Angara, Education Secretary
The Infrastructure for Safer and Resilient Schools Project (ISRS), developed with World Bank support and approved by the NEDA Board in 2024, will guide the repair and reconstruction efforts.
Currently, 241 schools are included in the ISRS program, while evaluations are ongoing for 2,248 other affected schools to secure additional funding.
In addition to infrastructure recovery, the agency has initiated psychosocial support programs, reaching 216,841 students and 10,166 personnel to address the psychological impacts of the disaster.
To meet immediate learning needs, alternative setups and extended class hours are being implemented, alongside temporary distance learning solutions.
In collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways, a joint task force has been established to assess affected buildings and expedite repair funding.
DepEd emphasizes the importance of adopting climate-resilient designs for future school constructions to better withstand natural disasters.