60-day Vacation for Teachers and Students in School Year 2024-2025

The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued Order 009, which outlines the academic calendar and activities for the upcoming school year 2024-2025. 

As part of the department's commitment to promoting work-life balance and student well-being, a 60-day vacation for teachers and learners for the school year 2024-2025 has been emphasized under the IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES ON THE SCHOOL CALENDAR AND ACTIVITIES FOR SCHOOL YEAR (SY) 2024-2025 (Enclosure No. 1 to DepEd Order No.009, s. 2024) 

As stated in DO 009 s2024, teachers in public schools will begin their mandatory 30-day End-of-School-Year (EOSY) break on April 19 and will conclude on May 18, 2025, after which the remaining 30 days will commence.

60-day Vacation for Teachers and Learners For SY 2024-2025
(DepEd Order 009 s2024)

31. During the EOSY break, teachers, including ALS teachers as well as learners, shall be entitled to a 60-day vacation period. The first 30 days of this break shall be designated as a period for teachers and learners to relax and enjoy well- deserved personal time without any school-related commitments. No mandatory or voluntary activities/work shall be given to teachers during the first 30-day period.

32. In the second half of the EOSY break, various activities, such as but not limited to the National Learning Camp (NLC), Remedial Classes, Enrichment Activities, National Schools Press Conference (NSPC), National Festival of Talents (NFOT), Palarong Pambansa, Brigada Eskwela, and Learners' Convergence shall be conducted. However, participation in these activities shall be voluntary.

33. All teachers involved in the NLC shall be granted vacation service credits (VSCs) for services rendered in accordance with the provisions stipulated in DO 014, s. 2023, Policy Guidelines on the Implementation of the National Learning Camp.

This vacation provides teachers and students ample time for rest, rejuvenation, and personal development. This extended break will not only positively impact your well-being but also contribute to the overall health of our school community, leading to enhanced productivity and a more conducive learning environment.

Full text regarding the IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES ON THE SCHOOL CALENDAR AND ACTIVITIES FOR SCHOOL YEAR (SY) 2024-2025 (Enclosure No. 1 to DepEd Order No.009, s. 2024) can be downloaded HERE.