1.  Pursuant to the recently released Memorandum from the Office of the Secretary dated January 5, 2026 pertaining to the above-mentioned subject, this Office hereby informs the field of its proper dissemination.

2. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition on Education (TDC) will hold its National Seminar-Workshop on Education Policy Advocacy and Legal Protection for Teachers on February 27 to March 1, 2026 at the Great Eastern Hotel, Quezon City. The event aims to:
• review the current national policies affecting teachers’ and students’ welfare;
• inform the participants about prevailing education issues and solicit ideas for reform;
• empower teachers and administrators with essential legal knowledge and skills;
• develop policy recommendations to address challenges faced by teachers/parents.

3. Teachers who will participate may opt to attend on Official Business subject to prevailing conditions and travel guidelines including fund utilization.

4. Enclosed is the communication letter for full reference.

0058 Division Memorandum No. 058 s. 2026