1. Relative to the DepEd Memorandum No. 019 s. 2026 titled “2026 National Festival of Talents (NFOT)” this Office, through the Curriculum Implementation Division (CID) announces the conduct of review session in preparation for the upcoming National Festival of Talents which will be hold in Roxas City, Capiz, Region VI, from April 18-22, 2026 (exclusive of travel time).

2. The activity aims to further enhance the knowledge, skills and readiness of the participants as they compete at the national level. Specifically, it aims to:

a. strengthen the competencies of student participants aligned with the competition standards of the NFOT;
b. provide assistance to learner participants to ensure that they are well-prepared and confident in showcasing their talents and skills; and
c. simulate the guidelines and mechanics of NFOT.

3. Enclosed are the list of participants, schedule of review sessions, and list of facilitators.

4. Participation to this activity shall observe DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2005 on Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-On-Task and Ensuring Compliance Therewith, and strict compliance to other existing DepEd rules and guidelines.

0261 Division Memorandum No. 261 s. 2026