THE DEPARTMENT of Education in Region III said that 109 public schools in Bulacan are ready for the “progressive expansion” of physical classes on February 21.

Of the participating schools, 26 are in the City of San Jose Del Monte, 13 in Malolos City, seven in Meycauayan City, and the rest in other areas.

The four schools division offices in Bulacan were allowed to proceed with in-person classes.

“DepEd Schools Division of Bulacan is very thankful for the utmost support of the local executives through the municipal mayors and barangay captains including our partner agencies, and important key stakeholders to the mass implementation of the expanded limited face-to-face classes in the province most especially Governor Daniel R. Fernando,” Zenia Mostoles, Schools Division Superintendent in Bulacan, said in a statement.

Mostoles said that preparations were made for the resumption of face-to-face classes.

Merlina Cruz, Schools Division Superintendent of the City of San Jose del Monte, said they have validated all schools ready for the limited face-to-face classes.

Cruz said local officials and administrators of public and private schools, parents, and learners were given information and updates regarding preparations through coordination meetings and the “Interaksyon San Joseño series.”

Carolina Violeta, Schools Division Superintendent of Meycauayan City, said the city government gave assurances that it will support their initiatives and for the holding of in-person  classes.