PNP deploys 33K officers for Balik Eskwela security

Around 33,286 police officers will secure the safety of students as public elementary and high schools reopen on Monday for School Year 2024-2025.

Despite several local government units postponing school openings due to Super Typhoon Carina and monsoon rains, the Philippine National Police (PNP) remains focused on Balik Eskwela preparations.

Col. Jean Fajardo of the PNP stated that police officers will patrol around schools and set up police assistance desks for security measures.

Department of Education (DepEd) Undersecretary Revsee Escobedo dismissed Makati City's request to manage three schools in Embo, citing legal reasons.

As of Sunday night, 842 public schools across five regions affected by recent monsoon and typhoon rains postponed their class opening.

The PNP chief Gen. Rommel Marbil emphasized that foot and mobile patrols will be conducted around school premises to deter criminal activities and ensure prompt responses to any incidents.

The police also contributed to Brigada Eskwela clean-up efforts in areas affected by the inclement weather, ensuring safe and clean classrooms for students.