Children facing challenges require early interventions and support beyond school premises to prevent violent escalation, the Department of Education (DepEd) said, as reported by BusinessWorld.
“The Department also emphasized the critical role of families and communities in learner protection,” the agency said in a statement on Wednesday. “Many challenges affecting children emerge beyond school grounds and require a shared commitment to address.”
DepEd’s call comes amid growing concerns over student safety and well-being, underscoring the need for a multi-stakeholder approach that extends vigilance from classrooms to homes and neighborhoods.