1. In view of the recent cancellation of classes, this Office issues this Corrigendum to inform all concerned of the revised schedule for the 2026 Division Festival of Talents (DFOT).

2. The conduct of the 2026 Division Festival of Talents is hereby rescheduled to September 22, 2026. The venue and activity time remain the same as indicated in the previously issued Memorandum.

3. School heads of host schools where classrooms will be utilized as contest venues shall manage the shift of affected face-to-face classes to an appropriate Flexible Learning Program. (FLP).

4. School heads shall likewise make the necessary arrangements for substitute teachers to take over the classes of officially participating coaches and teacher-contestants to ensure non-disruption and continuity of instruction.

5. All other provisions, guidelines, mechanics, and requirements stated in the original memorandum shall remain in full force and effect.

6. For inquiries and clarifications, please contact FRAGILYN B. RAFAEL, Division Education Program Supervisor through email address at fragilyn.rafael@deped.gov.ph.

7. Immediate dissemination of and strict compliance with this Memorandum is directed.

0717 Division Memorandum No. 717 s. 2026