The entire DepEd central office has been locked down from March 18 to 24 as a precaution on the spread of the COVID-19 virus, following reported cases in its offices.
DepEd Usec ALain Pascua issued the memorandum dated March 18 recommending the lockdown of the CO. This came after the CO Clinic and the School Health Division reported that six confirmed COVID-19 positive cases.
During the period of lockdown, Pascua said that all personnel shall work from home except those whose physical reporting to their respective stations is essential to ensure the continuous and smooth delivery of necessary medical and other health-related services.
