The provincial government of Maguindanao del Sur has suspended all face-to-face classes for Monday, February 23, 2026. The closure applies to all educational levels in both public and private institutions province-wide due to prevailing weather conditions.
Maguindanao del Sur Suspends All Face-to-Face Classes
Province-Wide Closure for Public and Private Schools
The provincial board issued the advisory as part of precautionary measures. Parents and students should await further announcements from school administrators regarding alternative learning arrangements.
The suspension covers kindergarten, elementary, secondary, and tertiary levels across all municipalities in the province. Local education officials emphasized the comprehensive nature of the class cancellation.
Weather-Related Suspensions Across Other LGUs
Several local government units across the country have declared class suspensions for Monday due to inclement weather. Various schools and universities joined the growing list of institutions implementing temporary closures.
The closures aim to ensure the safety of students and teaching personnel. Education officials continue to monitor weather developments and coordinate with local disaster risk reduction management councils.
Parents are encouraged to stay updated through official LGU social media channels and school announcements for real-time information regarding class schedules.
Eid'l Fitr Holiday Notice for March 20, 2026
National Observance of Islamic Festival
Malacañang and various local government units reminded the public that there will be no classes on Friday, March 20, 2026, for all levels nationwide. The holiday marks the observance of Eid'l Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan.
Work operations in government offices are also suspended during this Islamic holiday. The annual observance provides Muslim communities the opportunity to celebrate with family gatherings and traditional festivities.
Private institutions have been encouraged to grant their Muslim employees time off or flexible work arrangements during the holiday period.
Debunking False Class Suspension Claims
Viral Misinformation Spreads Online
Authorities have debunked circulating false claims asserting that classes and work were suspended from March 3 to 6, 2026. The misinformation claimed classes were cancelled due to alleged threats of military action involving Iran preparing to bomb the Philippines.
Government officials and fact-checkers have classified these claims as completely false and lacking any credible basis. The public is strongly advised to verify information through official government channels.
These official channels include the Office of the President, Department of Education, and Commission on Higher Education. Spreading misinformation during emergencies can cause unnecessary panic and divert attention from legitimate safety measures.
