Kawit schools adjust class hours, shift to alternative learning amid rising heat

Kawit schools adjust class hours, shift to alternative learning amid rising heat

KAWIT, Cavite — Public schools in Kawit, Cavite province, will adopt adjusted class schedules and alternative learning modes starting Nov. 4 to protect students and teachers from rising temperatures.

The LGU Kawit announced the changes following guidance from the Department of Education’s Kawit District, citing rising heat indexes across the region.

“Because of the threat of extreme heat to our students, teachers and schools, the DepEd Kawit District has issued an advisory on the new teaching schedule and alternative distance learning modes for students,” the LGU said in a statement.

Under the new setup, public elementary schools will hold face-to-face classes from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., then shift to modular learning for the rest of the day. Secondary schools will also adjust their schedules to avoid peak heat hours.

Binakayan National High School will use alternating shifts, with in-person classes from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. while other shifts will follow modular or online distance learning.

E.T. Tirona Memorial Integrated High School will start morning classes for junior and senior high school students as early as 5:30 a.m. Afternoon classes will run from 2:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

The new schedules take effect Wednesday, Nov. 4, Aguinaldo said. Private schools were advised to coordinate with parents and school administrators on their own adjustments.

The Department of Education earlier authorized schools to adjust or suspend learning activities during extremely hot weather, as a very strong El Niño is likely to prolong dry spells nationwide.