EDUCATION Secretary Sara Duterte-Carpio affirmed the commitment of Department of Education to poverty reduction efforts of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration.

Duterte-Carpio made the remarks during the Bagong Pilipinas Kick-off Rally on Sunday (28 Jan 2024).

Duterte-Carpio led the DepEd delegation in the event held at the Quirino Grandstand, showcasing its support for the Bagong Pilipinas, a multi-layered campaign of the country’s bid to push progress.

She stressed that the Department’s policies and initiatives under the MATATAG Agenda are in line with the Bagong Pilipinas of the Marcos Jr. administration.

“We must raise our children to carry this resilience within their hearts and minds for their future,” she said.

DepEd said it has also partnered with various organizations to provide entrepreneurship and employment opportunities for learners and communities.