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Marcos administration deploys 234 school counselors in Pangasinan
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the hiring of 234 school counselor associates in Pangasinan to strengthen mental health services across public schools. The initiative was unveiled during a mass oath-taking ceremony for newly promoted and hired Department of Education personnel.
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MANILA — The administration has deployed 234 school counselor associates in Pangasinan as part of efforts to enhance mental health and counseling services in public schools, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced Monday.
The President made the disclosure during a mass oath-taking ceremony for newly promoted and newly hired Department of Education (DepEd) personnel held in the province. The appointment of additional counselors is expected to address the growing demand for mental health support among students.
The hiring initiative reflects the government's commitment to prioritizing student well-being alongside academic achievement. The newly deployed counselors will provide guidance and support services to students across public schools in the region.
The announcement comes as the Department of Education continues its broader effort to strengthen its personnel base across the country, with thousands of teachers and staff members receiving promotions or being hired into new positions.