Only 200 security guards man 48,000 public schools
The Philippine Department of Education is seeking additional funding to address a severe shortage of security guards across 48,000 public schools. Local government units and private partners are currently supplementing security through donations of metal detectors and CCTV cameras.
Why it matters
The lack of formal security personnel in public schools raises significant concerns regarding student safety and campus violence.
MANILA, Philippines - With only 200 security guards for 48,000 public schools nationwide, Education Secretary Sonny Angara yesterday said he would ask the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for funding to enable the hiring of additional security guards.
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