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DepEd Order No. 009, s. 2026
Objectives
• Understand the Three-Term School
Calendar
• Know important dates and changes
• Clarify the role of parents
• Strengthen school-home partnership
Why the Change?
• Optimize instructional time
• Reduce class disruptions
• Address learning gaps
• Support the ARAL Program
• Improve learning outcomes
Legal Basis
• DepEd Order No. 009, s. 2026
• Issued April 16, 2026
• Applies to public schools and may be
adopted by private schools.
School Year 2026–2027
• Opening of Classes: June 8, 2026
• End of Classes: April 8, 2027
• Total Class Days: 201
What is the Three-Term Calendar?
• The school year is divided into:
• • Term 1
• • Term 2
• • Term 3
• Each term includes instruction,
assessment, and end-of-term
activities.
Benefits for Learners
• Longer uninterrupted learning periods
• Better lesson pacing
• Improved mastery of competencies
• More opportunities for intervention
Benefits for Teachers
• Reduced administrative workload
• Better scheduling of activities
• More focused instruction
Wellness Breaks
• Wellness breaks support learner and
teacher well-being, mental health, and
family engagement.
Assessment and Learning Recovery
• Regular assessments
• Academic Recovery for Accessible
Learning (ARAL)
• Remediation and enrichment activities
Role of Parents
• Monitor attendance
• Support study habits
• Communicate with teachers
• Attend school meetings
Frequently Asked Questions
• Will grading continue? Yes.
• Will competencies be completed? Yes.
• Will there be assessments? Yes.
Key Takeaways
• The Three-Term Calendar aims to
improve learning continuity,
instructional quality, and learner
outcomes.
Thank You
• West Palale National High School
• Together for Quality Education.
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