WALANG PASOK: Face-to-Face Classes Suspended in Several Areas on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

October 27, 2026 — Several local government units and educational institutions have announced the suspension of face-to-face classes on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, due to extreme heat conditions, health concerns, scheduled power interruptions, and preparations for major government and international events.

Affected schools will either temporarily suspend in-person classes or implement alternative learning arrangements, including online and asynchronous learning.

List of Class Suspensions for October 28, 2026

1. Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

• Coverage: Public and private elementary and secondary schools in Barangays Ibo, Buaya, Mactan, and P. Engaño, including selected private schools and colleges.

• Schedule: October 26–30, 2026

• Learning Modality: Asynchronous learning

The arrangement is being implemented in connection with the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM), the 13th ADMM-Plus, and related activities.

The following institutions are also covered:

Private Schools:

• Sto. Niño International School

• EMD Carmelite School Foundation

• Jose Alwins Learning School

• B Cebu Dream Foundation, Inc.

• Cebu International Language TVI Center

• Global Leaders International School

• Newtown School of Excellence

• St. Joseph’s School of Mactan

• Sto. Niño Child Academy

Colleges:

• Lapu-Lapu City College

• Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College

• Sto. Niño Mactan College

2. Cotabato City

• Coverage: All levels, including graduate and professional programs

• Schedule: October 26–31, 2026

• Learning Modality: Asynchronous learning

Face-to-face classes are temporarily suspended as part of security preparations for the inaugural session of the First Bangsamoro Regular Parliament.

3. Philippine Science High School – Main Campus, Quezon City

• Coverage: PSHS Main Campus, Diliman

• Schedule: October 28–29, 2026

• Learning Modality: Online learning

The school has shifted to online classes following increasing reports of flu-like illnesses among students. The temporary arrangement aims to support recovery and help minimize the spread of infections within the campus.

4. Malungon, Sarangani

• Coverage: All levels in public and private schools throughout the municipality

• Schedule: October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)

• Class Arrangement: Face-to-face classes suspended

Pursuant to MDRRMC Memorandum Order No. 24, Series of 2026, the Municipal Government of Malungon announced the suspension of face-to-face classes as a precautionary measure against the anticipated extreme heat and high heat index in the SOCCSKSARGEN Region.

The suspension also considers the scheduled power interruption from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM in areas served by the Malandag Substation.

Important Reminder

The announced suspensions primarily apply to face-to-face classes and do not necessarily mean that all learning activities are canceled. Schools implementing asynchronous or online learning may continue educational activities according to their respective guidelines.

Students, parents, and teachers are advised to monitor official announcements from their local government units and school administrations for updates or additional suspensions.

Refresh this page for the latest class suspension announcements.