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DepEd suspends national, regional activities
The Department of Education (DepEd) has suspended all national and regional activities requiring travel and congregation due to the continuing threat of COVID-19.
This suspension includes regional athletic meets until further notice.
Only the ongoing National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) and National Festival of Talents (NFOT) will proceed, with organizers required to report suspended activities.
Division and district activities involving the gathering of various schools in areas with confirmed local COVID-19 cases are also suspended.
Activities within a single school may continue if health guidelines are strictly observed and individuals with respiratory infections do not attend.
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