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DepEd rolls out hybrid security model for public schools
The Department of Education has unveiled a new campus security strategy combining fixed guards and mobile patrols to strengthen safety at public schools nationwide. The approach aims to address persistent shortages in security personnel while improving surveillance capabilities.
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MANILA — Education Secretary Sonny Angara presented the hybrid campus security model on Tuesday, August 25, as part of DepEd's broader initiative to enhance safety across the public education system.
The strategy combines stationary security guards with mobile patrol units to maximize coverage despite ongoing staffing constraints. Officials said the approach would leverage both human presence and strategic positioning to deter security threats and respond more effectively to incidents on school campuses.
The plan addresses a longstanding challenge facing Philippine public schools, where budget limitations have restricted the recruitment of adequate security personnel. By integrating mobile patrols with traditional campus guards, DepEd aims to create a more flexible and cost-effective security framework.
Education officials indicated that the model would be rolled out nationwide, with implementation tailored to individual school circumstances and capacity. The initiative reflects growing concerns about campus safety and the need for practical solutions that acknowledge resource constraints in the public education sector.