17/06/2025
PNP DECLARES GENERALLY PEACEFUL OPENING OF CLASSES FOR SY 2025-2026
As the nation ushered in the official start of School Year 2025–2026, the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported that the nationwide conduct of “Balik Eskwela 2025” activities on Monday, June 16, was generally peaceful. This came as schools across the country reopened their doors to millions of students, with the Department of Education expecting around 27 million enrollees from preschool to senior high school.
In support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s directive to ensure the safety and well-being of learners, the PNP carried out intensified police presence through the deployment of more than 37,000 personnel nationwide. These personnel were strategically stationed in and around school premises, transportation terminals, major roads, and other key locations to maintain public safety and order during the school opening.
PNP Chief Police General Nicolas D. Torre III personally led the monitoring of security operations earlier this morning. He conducted inspection visits to public schools in Quezon City, starting with Batasan High School followed by President Corazon Aquino Elementary School, both located along IBP Road in Barangay Batasan Hills. During the visits, the Chief PNP observed the overall readiness of police personnel on the ground and expressed satisfaction with their performance and the cooperation of local stakeholders.
“The safe return of our students to their schools is a shared victory of every police officer, teacher, parent, and member of the government,” said PGen Torre. “This morning, I personally visited key public schools in Quezon City and witnessed the discipline, cooperation, and preparedness of everyone on the ground. We remain fully committed to keeping our communities safe, especially for our children.”
The PNP attributes the smooth and peaceful school opening to the close coordination with the Department of Education, local government units, and other stakeholders. Police presence will remain heightened throughout the opening week to sustain the orderly flow of students and to respond promptly to any safety concerns.
The PNP encourages the public to remain vigilant and proactive by reporting any suspicious activities or concerns to the nearest police station or through official communication platforms of the organization.