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Last Mile Schools Act seen as lifeline for Zambo del Sur’s remote learners
PH🏛️ PoliticsCenter18 hr. ago

Last Mile Schools Act seen as lifeline for Zambo del Sur’s remote learners

The article discusses Republic Act 12321, known as the Last Mile and Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA) Schools Act, which aims to improve educational access for remote communities in Zamboanga del Sur. The law was signed into effect by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and includes provisions for constructing classrooms, providing electricity and clean water, building roads, and ensuring internet access in these underserved areas. Representative Joseph Kim Yu, who co-authored the bill, highlighted the challenges faced by students in remote barangays and emphasized the importance of supporting educators in these regions. The law also mandates inter-agency collaboration among various government departments to implement the measures effectively.

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Philippine Daily Inquirer logoPhilippine Daily InquirerIndependentCenter18 hr. ago
Last Mile Schools Act seen as lifeline for Zambo del Sur’s remote learners

The article discusses Republic Act 12321, known as the Last Mile and Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA) Schools Act, which aims to improve educational access for remote communities in Zamboanga del Sur. The law was signed into effect by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and includes provisions for constructing classrooms, providing electricity and clean water, building roads, and ensuring internet access in these underserved areas. Representative Joseph Kim Yu, who co-authored the bill, highlighted the challenges faced by students in remote barangays and emphasized the importance of supporting educators in these regions. The law also mandates inter-agency collaboration among various government departments to implement the measures effectively.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the law as a positive development aimed at improving education in remote areas without overtly praising or criticizing the government's actions. It focuses on the benefits of the legislation and the efforts of Representative Yu without taking a clear ideological stance. The tone

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