The evaluation also generated positive feedback on other parameters such as

engagement of stakeholders and partners during the pilot implementation, as

well as on overall satisfaction of learners, teachers, parents, and stakeholders
in the pilot implementation. It also generated important feedback on challenges
that will help DepEd further improve the implementation during the expansion
phase.

2022, the President approved the progressive expansion of face to

face classes and delegated to DepEd and DOH the authority to decide on the
scale and mechanics of the expansion of face to face classes and other school-
based activities.

Pursuant to the approval by the President, DepEd and DOH issued revised and
updated operational guidelines for face to face classes. Consistent with the
standards provided in the revised joint issuance by DepEd and DOH on the
progressive expansion of face to face classes (DepEd-DOH JM C No. 1 s. 2022),
this Department issues these complementing guidelines on the progressive
expansion of F2 F classes, focusing on strengthening the teaching and learning
process and managing safe school operations.

II . Scope
This policy shall provide the mechanisms and standards for the implementation
of face to face classes. It particularly focuses on the teaching and
learning
component, as well as the management of safe school operations. It also covers
the duties and responsibilities of DepEd offices across all governance levels.

The progressive expansion of face to face classes will be implemented in public

and private schools in areas where case transmission is low and decreasing
(Alert Levels 1 and 2) or any similar categorization in adherence to the
guidelines of relevant government agencies and based on schools' capacity and
assessment. The progressive expansion includes geographic expansion, the
inclusion of all grade levels, and increasing time in school subject to applicable
guidelines, as part of the transition towards the new normal.

Deflnltlon of Terms

face to face with any or a mix of online distance learning, modular

distance learning, and TV/ Radio-based Instruction.
Alert Level System - refers to the new Community
Quarantine Classifications for dealing with COVID-19 covering entire
cities, municipalities and/or regions; aimed to manage and minimize the
risk of the disease through System Indicators, Triggers and Thresholds
determined by the IATF