President Marcos Approves Trimester School Calendar in Philippines for 2026-27

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has authorized the Department of Education to implement a trimester academic calendar in Philippine public schools starting in the 2026-2027 school year. This change aims to mitigate learning disruptions caused by natural hazards and overlapping school events by spreading the academic year over 201 days across three terms. Education stakeholders will now focus on ensuring smooth implementation and addressing concerns from teacher groups about potential burdens.