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.
"This fight is not DepEd's fight alone. It is a challenge we must face together, especially given the complexities we have seen in recent weeks," Angara said. "We rely on the support of our parents, families, communities, local governments and our partners across all levels of government to ensure that schools remain safe havens."
Angara directed all public schools to develop active threat response plans tailored to their specific environments, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach in favor of localized immediate action.
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