DepEd launches shooter drills
The Philippine Department of Education has initiated active shooter drills in schools to improve emergency response protocols. Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized the need for localized safety plans to protect students from emerging security threats.
Why it matters
The implementation of active shooter drills in schools reflects a growing global concern regarding campus safety and the need for proactive institutional preparedness.
MANILA, Philippines - To deter on-campus security threats, the Department of Education (DepEd) launched yesterday the first-ever active shooter drill at the Manila Science High School.Postponed last week due to class suspensions brought by Typhoon Inday, DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara led the launch of the National Safe Schools Summit and Safety Drill to strengthen emergency response protocols.
The report focuses on government policy and safety initiatives without taking a stance on the underlying causes of school violence.
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