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Incoming DepEd chief Sonny Angara says 'willing to work with anyone'
Senator Juan Edgardo "Sonny" Angara, the incoming Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd), has stated his willingness to work with anyone as he prepares to take over the agency.
Angara has been holding meetings with key DepEd officials, including undersecretaries, assistant secretaries, and regional directors, to familiarize himself with the department's issues before the official turnover.
He has not yet personally met with the outgoing Education Secretary, Vice President Sara Duterte, prior to the scheduled turnover ceremony on July 18.
Angara emphasized the critical timing of his appointment, citing the upcoming school opening on July 29 and the approaching budget season.
He aims to ensure the department is ready to adjust to these important timelines rather than the other way around.
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