Public school teachers to receive P1,000 incentive, says Marcos

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Monday said that the government would provide P1,000 incentive for every public school teacher amid the observance of National Teachers' Day.

''And today, on World Teachers’ Day, we also provide a P1,000 incentive for every public school teacher [applause]  — a little reminder man lang, kaunti lang paalala that we recognize your efforts and your sacrifices and they have not gone unrecognized,'' Marcos said in his speech during the National Teachers' Day celebration in Pasay City.

He acknowledge the impact of teachers, saying that they impart far more than just knowledge. 

''You shape lives. You mold values. And in return, you learn patience, courage, and hope from the very children that you guide,'' Marcos said. 

''Today, as we celebrate National Teachers’ Day for 2025, we honor not just what you have given, but also what you have gained: the wisdom that comes from walking hand-in-hand with the young people of our country who will one day carry the nation forward,'' he added.

Teaching has been a partnership between teachers and learners, generations, as well as those who dream and those who make dreams possible, Marcos said.

Marcos said the administration is preparing and investing for the long term in the education sector. 

''The Senate and Congress have already proposed the 2026 budget for DepEd. Meanwhile, we have allocated P26.55 billion for DepEd programs from the funds of the flood control projects, which we have deemed not to be viable,'' Marcos said.

''These funds will be directed to increase funding for classrooms, child nutrition, teacher compensation, and technology in schools. Because we believe that education is the best, the best investment that any nation can make in its people,'' he added. —AOL, GMA Integrated News