1. Through the initiative of the Office of the Undersecretary for Curriculum and Teaching (OUCT), various organizations were consulted with regard to the change of terminology in the Panatang Makabayan, in particular the use of nananalangin in lieu of nagdarasal.
2. From the forgoing and consistent with the authority and directive granted to the Secretary of Education, the Secretary has determined the need to amend the existing Panatang Makabayan, in accordance with the recommendations of various experts and linguistics.
3. The Panatang Makabayan shall be recited during the flag-raising ceremony, during class, and as part of the daily school activity program in all public and private schools and DepEd Offices.
4. Attached is the DO 004, s. 2023 with the amended Panatang Makabayan for your reference and guidance.
5. Immediate dissemination of and compliance with this Memorandum is desired.
