19/02/2026
Initiated by the Office of the Executive Director of the Philippine Children's Medical Center (PCMC), an Exploratory Meeting was held on February 18 with the DEPED School Division Office (SDO) Quezon City and the Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) of Quezon City Government to discuss the partnership on the implementation of the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and other flexible learning modalities for patients with prolonged hospital stays.
The meeting was attended by representatives from the Cancer and Hematology Division, Hemodialysis Unit, Adolescent Medicine Division, Child Neuroscience Division, and Patients Assistance and Support Services Division. The discussion focused on ensuring that patients who remain confined for extended periods can continue their education and avoid disruptions in their schooling. Interventions for adolescent patients, including those who have stopped schooling due to a teenage pregnancy, were also discussed for them to resume and complete their education.
Livelihood opportunities for caregivers and parents were likewise explored, reinforcing a shared commitment to holistic, inclusive, and family-centered support for PCMC families.
Together, we move closer to making education accessible, no matter the circumstance. 💙