Education Secretary Leonor Briones admitted that the department faces challenges in the full implementation of the senior high school program. Having a senior high school is part of the K-to-12 [Kindergarten to Grade 12] basic education program. We expect higher level of enrolment,” Briones said as she expressed optimism that all Grade 11 students will proceed to Grade 12. Dina Ocampo, DepEd undersecretary for curriculum and instruction, said the curriculum for Grade 12 was finished in 2013. Briones affirmed that the K-to-12 program is primarily geared to benefit Filipino students and the country.

Source: Manila Times January 14, 2017 11:24 UTC