#eduction Republic Act No. 12321, also known as the Last…
3 reactions
#eduction
Republic Act No. 12321, also known as the Last Mile and GIDA Schools Act, was signed into law by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on July 22, 2026. It institutionalizes a nationwide program to deliver sustained government support, proper infrastructure, and comprehensive personnel packages to public basic education schools in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA) and other underserved communities.
Republic Act No. 12321, also known as the Last Mile and GIDA Schools Act, was signed into law by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on July 22, 2026. It institutionalizes a nationwide program to deliver sustained government support, proper infrastructure, and comprehensive personnel packages to public basic education schools in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA) and other underserved communities.
2
1
| 5,000 mlx | |
| 6 | |
| 3 |
comments
Key Provisions of the LawInfrastructure and Utilities: Mandates the building of proper classrooms, clean water systems, electricity, connecting roads, and internet access for remote schools.Teacher Support: Grants personnel in GIDA schools extra pay, allowances, housing assistance, and transport aid.Mapping and Standards: Requires the Department of Education to create a National Last Mile and GIDA Schools Map and implement a national school accessibility standard.Inter-Agency Collaboration: Involves agencies like the Department of Public Works and Highways, Department of Energy, and Department of Information and Communications Technology to build utilities and access roads.
