Politics · Philippines Bureau
Batangas City urges parents to monitor children during class suspension
The Batangas City government has issued a strong reminder to parents to keep close watch over their children as schools remain closed due to severe weather. The advisory comes after reports of students loitering in public areas during the suspension period.
LSN Philippines ·
BATANGAS CITY — Local authorities here are calling on parents to exercise stricter supervision of their children as face-to-face classes continue to be suspended due to inclement weather conditions affecting the region.
The Batangas City government cited concerns about truancy and students congregating in public places during class suspension periods. Officials stressed the importance of parental vigilance in ensuring children remain safe at home rather than venturing outdoors unsupervised.
The advisory underscores the need for regular check-ins between parents and their children throughout the day. Authorities have also appealed to guardians to use the suspension period as an opportunity to engage children in productive indoor activities and ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.
No specific timeline has been announced for the resumption of face-to-face classes, pending weather assessments and clearing from the Department of Education. The Batangas City government has committed to coordinating with school officials to provide timely updates to families about the status of class suspensions.