For its pilot run, the BTr secured coverage for 132,862 school buildings nationwide, with an insured value of P843.11 billion. The BTr, citing data from the Department of Education (DepEd), said damage to public schools has amounted to P308.5 million. The BTr, DepEd, and the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) are actively coordinating the filing of insurance claims under the NIIP. Once a payout is confirmed, the DepEd will use the funds for the repair and reconstruction of the damaged schools. Thus, we must prioritize investing in resilient school buildings to secure a better future for our children and our country,” Recto said.
