Educators in Davao City ready for 2025 midterm elections, prepared to participate as advisors or candidates.
Gritty Spill: Davao City Teachers Prepped for Elections Amid Enhanced Security
Brace yourself, folks! Despite the 3,000 teachers in Davao City gearing up for the 2025 National and Local Elections (NLE), a mind-blowing 12,000 teachers across the Davao Region are getting ready to rock the electoral scene. That's right, you heard it here first!
DepEd-Davao City Superintendent Reynante Solitario has dished the tea that a whopping 3,690 educators will be steppin' up to serve their civic duties, with 1,060 of 'em already castin' their absentee votes. But don't worry about where and how they'll be voting – Solitario's got it covered! Classrooms and multipurpose halls are being prepped for polling, andExpect the unexpected: Vice President Sara Duterte's vote at Daniel R. Aguinaldo National High School will go down just like all the other precincts. And fear not, security for the elections will be in the capable hands of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
As for former President Rodrigo Duterte's retired campaign chair? Well, it'll be shelved for safekeeping rather than gracing the polling stations this time around.
Now, you might be wonderin' if there's been any threats against the electoral board. Solitario's keeping it real: as of yet, none have come to light. But no worries, a dedicated task force has already been formed, and they're on high alert, coordinatin' with the DepEd regional office. Teachers are urged to report any potential incidents immediately, and legal assistance will be on the ground and ready to roll if needed.
So, why the drop in teacher participation compared to previous elections? Well, it seems the reduction of clustered precincts has played a role in this. Although many educators expressed their eagerness to serve, DepEd-Davao City just couldn't make enough room for 'em all based on the Commission on Elections (Comelec) guidelines. But never fear, there's always next time! The division's keepin' their fingers crossed for even more teachers to join the fray during the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) in December.
And here's some extra sauce for ya: this year, teachers are savvy to a sweeter deal! With Comelec Resolution No. 11076, Section 13, teachers are entitled to an additional P2,000 in honorarium, on top of reapin' 10 days of service credit.
In short, if you're around Davao City come election day, there'll be plenty of teachers keepin' things movin'! Stay safe, stay informed, and make your vote count! 🗳🎉🎓
Fun Fact:Did you know that teachers in the Davao Region will be earnin' anywhere from P8,000 to P12,000 for their electoral duties, depending on their roles within the electoral board? With an estimated 12,411 educators serving across the region, that's one big payday! 💰📚🗳️
[1] Davao school officials confirm preparations for 2025 national and local elections. (2025, May 2). SunStar Davao.
[2] Davao City Schools Prepared for 2025 Elections. (2025, May 2). Philippine News Agency.
[3] Davao schools convince conditioned for 2025 national, local elections. (2025, May 2). Manila Bulletin.
[4] DepED-Davao cheif shares honorarium for teachers serving in 2025 elections. (2025, May 2). ABS-CBN News.
[5] DepEd-11: Over 12,000 teachers to serve as members of 2025 electoral boards. (2025, April 30). Mindanao Times.
- Despite the 3,000 teachers in Davao City preparing for the 2025 National and Local Elections, a staggering 12,000 educators across the Davao Region are gearing up to participate.
- DepEd-Davao City Superintendent Reynante Solitario revealed that 3,690 educators will be serving their civic duties, with 1,060 of them already casting their absentee votes.
- Polling for the elections will take place in classrooms and multipurpose halls throughout the region, ensuring accessibility and safety.
- The Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will be handling security for the elections, while a dedicated task force will be on high alert, coordinating with the DepEd regional office.
- Teachers are encouraged to report any potential incidents immediately, and legal assistance will be readily available if needed.
- Education officials are hopeful that more teachers will join the electoral process during the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections in December, with Comelec Resolution No. 11076 offering additional incentives for participating teachers.
