DepEd suspends face-to-face classes in San Fernando, Pampanga public schools due to illness spike

Face-to-face classes in all public schools in San Fernando, Pampanga have been suspended by the Department of Education (DepEd) Region 3 from October 14 to 15, 2025, due to a spike in influenza-like illnesses among students.

This directive, outlined in SDM No. 502, s. 2025, follows a call from the DepEd Central Office for local government units to implement preventive health measures.

Private schools have the option to continue operations at their discretion, depending on their own health assessments and policies.

Public schools are directed to shift to online or alternative learning modalities to ensure learning continuity during the suspension.

The City Schools Division will use the break to conduct inspections, health monitoring, cleaning, disinfection, and surveillance of school facilities to prevent further transmission.

Mayor Vilma Balle-Caluag and Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Shirley Zipagan have urged school heads to strictly comply with the directive and submit timely health status reports.