Marcos eyes K-12 overhaul for jobs, STEM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated on Friday that changes to the K-12 curriculum are under consideration due to its failure to improve graduates' employment prospects abroad.

Marcos acknowledged discussions with incoming Education Secretary Sonny Angara about introducing short-term 'mini courses' ranging from three months to a year, aiming to better align education with employers' needs.

The government plans to collaborate with the private sector to ensure an adequate supply of skilled workers and improve STEM education based on international test results.

Marcos emphasized the importance of teacher welfare, including retraining programs due to rapid technological advancements, and mentioned plans for school feeding programs to address malnutrition.

Angara will take over the Department of Education following Vice President Sara Duterte's resignation effective July 19.