End of Term Block Activities Limited to 6 Hours Daily; No Face-to-Face Classes
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End of Term Block Activities Limited to 6 Hours Daily; No Face-to-Face Classes
According to DO 009, s. 2026 – Guidelines on the Implementation of the Three-Term School Calendar in Basic Education, for School Year (SY) 2026-2027, the End-of-Term Block schedules have been restructured to strictly limit activities to 6 hours per day. It is important to note that there will be no in-person or face-to-face regular class instructions during this period. Instead, the mandate ensures adequate time for academic recovery programs, administrative duties, and vital wellness breaks using guided asynchronous learning.
Here is the comprehensive breakdown of the dates, objectives, and schedules as mandated.
SY 2026–2027 End-of-Term Block Dates
For the SY 2026-2027, the End-of-Term Blocks are explicitly scheduled to conclude the grading periods. The dates for all three terms are as follows:
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | September 2, 2026 | September 15, 2026 |
| Term 2 | December 7, 2026 | December 18, 2026 |
| Term 3 | April 1, 2027 | April 8, 2027 |
Term 1 End-of-Term Block Schedule Details
The Term 1 End-of-Term Block outlines a highly specific progression of activities spanning from September 2 to September 15.
| Dates (September 2026) | Scheduled Term 1 Activities |
|---|---|
| September 2–8 | ARAL Program, Computation of Grades, Accomplishment of School Forms, & Co-/Extra-Curricular Activities |
| September 9 | PTA Meeting & Distribution of Report Cards |
| September 10–11 | INSET (In-Service Training for Teachers) |
| September 10–15 | Wellness Break of Learners (Guided asynchronous learning experiences) |
| September 14–15 | Wellness Break of Teachers |
| September 15 | End of Term 1 |
Objectives and Required Activities
During the End-of-Term Block across all terms, the focus shifts away from regular classroom instruction toward programmatic assessment, administrative completion, and community milestones.
| Category | Required Activities |
|---|---|
| Academic & Administrative Core | Dedicated time for the ARAL Program, computing final grades, and accomplishing necessary School Forms. |
| Co-Curricular Events | Implementation of school-initiated assemblies, sports and cultural competitions, division-level eliminations, and Year-End/EOSY Rites. |
| Community Milestones | Conducting PTA Meetings, distributing Report Cards, and holding In-Service Training (INSET) for educators. |
Emphasis on Asynchronous Learning & Wellness
A cornerstone of the End-of-Term Block is the mandated Wellness Break. To enforce the absolute suspension of face-to-face classes, wellness breaks for learners consist exclusively of guided asynchronous learning experiences based on the previous term. Teachers are also granted specific wellness break days where no physical reporting or teaching is required.
Sample 6-Hour Daily Schedules
Schools are provided with distinct schedule models to enforce the 6-hour daily limit over a standard 10-day block.
| Schedule Model | Description & Daily Breakdown |
|---|---|
| Model A.1 (7:00 AM – 1:00 PM) | Mornings begin with grade computations and the ARAL Program. Co-curricular activities commence from 10:00 AM onwards. |
| Model B.2 (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM) | Days begin with the ARAL Program at 9:00 AM, transitioning into grade computations and co-curricular programs by 10:00 AM. |
| Week 2 Transition (Days 6–10) | The schedule transitions from administrative duties to Report Card distribution, INSET for teachers, and asynchronous Wellness Breaks for all. |
Source: DO 009, s. 2026 – Guidelines on the Implementation of the Three-Term School Calendar in Basic Education
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