Parents-teachers group backs trimester proposalA parent accompanies a student as classes open for the new school year at an elementary school in Manila on June 16, 2025. MANILA, Philippines — The National Parents-Teachers Association (NPTA) backed the Department of Education (DepEd)’s proposed trimester scheme yesterday amid reservations from some groups. In an interview with dzMM, NPTA president Willy Rodriguez noted that the trimester system is currently being implemented in many countries. If they can do it, why can’t it be done in the Philippines?” Rodriguez said. “Under the proposed trimester, we will have three quarters and the days are longer, almost 61 days.

Source: Philippine Star February 21, 2026 16:34 UTC