TDC assures PBB 2022, 2023 unaffected by EO 61

TDC assures PBB 2022,  2023 unaffected by EO 61

In a statement released today, Benjo Basas, National Chairman of the Teachers' Dignity Coalition (TDC), assured teachers that the Performance-Based Bonus (PBB) for 2022 and 2023 will not be affected by Executive Order (EO) 61. The EO, which took effect in June 2024, has raised concerns among educators regarding its potential impact on the PBB.

Basas clarified that while the PBB will not be immediately impacted, the TDC has always viewed the PBB scheme as flawed and unfair. He emphasized that the current system often burdens teachers with excessive reporting requirements, hindering their focus on teaching.

As part of their 13-Point Teachers' Dignity Agenda, the TDC proposes replacing the Results-Based Performance Management System (RPMS) with the Performance Appraisal System for Teachers (PAST). This change aims to create a fairer evaluation system that prioritizes teacher well-being. Additionally, the TDC advocates for equitable performance bonuses and increased focus on incentives like the Performance Enhancement Incentive (PEI) and the Service Recognition Incentive (SRI).

Basas encouraged teachers to stay tuned for the TDC's official position on the matter, which will be discussed in a live stream on the TDC's Facebook page, YouTube channel, and his TikTok account.

The TDC remains committed to advocating for teachers' rights and ensuring fair compensation and recognition for their invaluable contributions to education.

Here's the full text of Benjo Basas'postvin DepEd Tambayan Facebook  Group:

Magandang gabi mga kapatid!

Sa mga nagtatanong po, hindi po maapektuhan ang PBB 2022 at ang PBB 2023, dahil ang effectivity ng EO 61 ay ngayong June 2024.

Pero hindi naman tayo dapat manghinayang sa PBB. From the start that PBB scheme is flawed, unfair ito at nagiging justification para pahirapan ang mga guro sa dami ng mga kung anu-anong reports. Kya nga sa ating 13-Point Teachers' Dignity Agenda, isa dun, ang Item No. 11 ay pagtanggal sa pahirap na RPMS at palitan ito ng PAST. Ang performance bous naman na kagaya ng PBB ay dapat maging patas. Kaya kung alinisin man ang PBB, itutulak natin na mas dapat bigyan ng mas mataan ng prayoridad at amount ang mgaincentives kagaya ng PEI at SRI.

Wait po tayo sa position ng TDC later at sa live streaming natin mamayang 9:30PM sa TDC Page, TDC YT at sa aking TikTok account.

-Benjo Basas, TDC National Chair
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