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GMA Network
17-07-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
DepEd calls for stronger DPWH, LGU collab to build more roads to schools
Pupils of Oro Elementary School in Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte scale mountains to attend classes in this 2015 file photo. Courtesy: Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho The Department of Education (DepEd) is seeking stronger interagency collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and local government units (LGUs) to build more access roads leading to public schools, especially those in remote, hard-to-reach communities. In a proposal submitted to the DPWH, the DepEd recommended that access roads to public schools be included in the former's programming and investment plans, particularly for newly built schools that currently lack proper road access. Education Secretary Sonny Angara highlighted the urgency of the issue by sharing his first-hand observations during school visits in geographically isolated areas. "Noong pumunta kami sa Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, nakita natin ang realidad. May mga estudyanteng kailangang tumawid ng ilog at umakyat ng bundok para lang makapasok sa paaralan," Angara said in a statement. (When we visited Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, we saw the reality on the ground. There are students who need to cross rivers and climb mountains just to reach school.) "Hindi puwedeng puro classrooms lang ang itatayo natin kung wala namang daan papunta roon. Kung may farm-to-market road, dapat may road-to-school din," he added. (We can't just keep building classrooms if there are no roads that lead to them. If there are farm-to-market roads, there should also be road-to-school programs.) Angara emphasized that roads are as essential as classrooms in ensuring that education is truly accessible for all learners, especially in "last mile" schools located in far-flung areas. The DepEd pointed to DPWH's existing partnerships with other government agencies, including the Tourism Road Infrastructure Program (TRIP) with the Department of Tourism, the Farm-to-Market Road Development Program (FMRDP) with the Department of Agriculture, and the ROLL-IT initiative with the Department of Trade and Industry—as working models that can be adapted for education. To institutionalize this strategy, DepEd is proposing a special provision under its 2026 Basic Education Facilities Fund (BEFF). The provision would require that all newly constructed school buildings have corresponding access roads, with DPWH and LGUs coordinating the immediate construction of roads where none exist. The DepEd also added that it is ready to work closely with DPWH and local governments to identify priority areas, ensure funding alignment, and implement infrastructure that enables students to reach their schools safely and reliably. — VDV, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Philippines' DPWH completes new access road in Isabela Province
The Philippines' Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has concluded building an access road leading to the Rolling Hills in Ramon, Isabela Province. This development is part of the wider Tourism Road Infrastructure Program (TRIP) that aims to bolster local tourism and economic growth by offering easier access to destinations. The project, executed by DPWH's Isabela 3rd District Engineering Office (DEO), included the installation of a 565.5-linear-metre concrete road. The road also features a 1.50m gravel shoulder on both sides. To address water flow and erosion, the construction included a 472.6m reinforced concrete line canal on the left and a 109.5m canal on the right. Stone masonry was also installed along parts of the road for additional support. DPWH secretary Manuel M Bonoan highlighted that the enhanced access will improve both transport efficiency and accessibility in the region. Bonoan said: "This road project is expected to stimulate local economic growth by increasing opportunities for tourism-related businesses and services while also ensuring road durability and reducing maintenance costs through improved drainage and structural support." Additionally, DPWH has completed an upgrade to the domestic Las Piñas General Hospital and Satellite Trauma Center Building in Las Piñas City. The 12-storey hospital project, a collaboration between DPWH's National Capital Region (NCR), DPWH's Las Piñas-Muntinlupa DEO, the Philippines' Department of Health, and the local government of Las Piñas City, replaced the previous outdated two-storey structure. The new building, with a total floor area of 13,650m², features expanded space for healthcare facilities such as wards, clinics, and administrative spaces. DPWH-NCR director Loreta M Malaluan reported to Bonoan that the new hospital building will enhance public health and specialised care services in the city. Malaluan said: 'The completion of this 12-storey Las Piñas General Hospital and Satellite Trauma Center Building is a testament of President Ferdinand R Marcos government's efforts in achieving a 'Bagong Pilipinas' where every Filipino has access to high-quality public healthcare.' The hospital project, totalling 791.53m pesos ($13.7m), was built by the DPWH-NCR and the DPWH Las Piñas-Muntinlupa DEO in five phases since 2021. DPWH has recently also completed the widening of a section of the Dancalan-Candoni-Damutan Valley Road in Ilog, Negros Occidental. "Philippines' DPWH completes new access road in Isabela Province" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
