WALANG PASOK: Face-to-Face Classes Suspended in Selected Areas on October 29–31, 2026
Affected schools will either suspend in-person classes or temporarily shift to alternative learning arrangements, including online and asynchronous learning.
The suspensions vary by location, school, and date. Here is the updated list of affected areas and institutions.
Summary of Class Suspensions
| Area / School | Dates Affected | Class Arrangement |
|---|---|---|
| Baguio City | October 30 (from 12 noon) and October 31 | Classes suspended, all levels |
| Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu | October 26–30 | Asynchronous classes in selected schools |
| Cotabato City | October 26–31 | Asynchronous classes, all levels |
| Philippine Science High School – Main Campus, Quezon City | October 28–29 | Online learning |
1. Baguio City
Schedule: Friday, October 30, beginning at 12:00 noon, and Saturday, October 31, 2026
Coverage: All levels in public and private schools
The Baguio City government has announced the suspension of classes beginning at 12:00 noon on Friday, October 30, and for the entire day on Saturday, October 31, in preparation for the observance of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.
Under Executive Order No. 172, work in government offices will also be suspended beginning at noon on October 30.
However, government offices providing essential and frontline services, including emergency response, healthcare, public safety, and traffic management, will continue operating.
The measure aims to give students, teachers, and government employees sufficient time to prepare and travel for the Undas observance.
2. Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu
Schedule: October 26–30, 2026
Learning Modality: Asynchronous learning
Selected public and private schools in Lapu-Lapu City will continue implementing asynchronous learning until Friday, October 30, in connection with the city's hosting of the 20th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting (ADMM), the 13th ADMM-Plus, and related activities.
The temporary arrangement covers public and private elementary and secondary schools in the following barangays:
Barangay Ibo
Barangay Buaya
Barangay Mactan
Barangay P. Engaño
Additional Private Schools Covered
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 Covered
Lapu-Lapu City College
Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College
Sto. Niño Mactan College
According to the local government, the temporary shift to asynchronous learning is intended to support security and traffic management measures during the international meetings.
Students will continue their lessons through activities and instructions provided by their respective schools.
Note: The arrangement applies only to the identified schools and areas, not automatically to all schools throughout Lapu-Lapu City.
3. Cotabato City
Schedule: October 26–31, 2026
Coverage: All educational levels, including graduate and professional programs
Learning Modality: Asynchronous learning
The Cotabato City government has temporarily suspended face-to-face classes at all levels from October 26 until Saturday, October 31, 2026.
The suspension is part of the city's preparations and security measures for the inaugural session of the First Bangsamoro Regular Parliament of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).
During this period, students will continue their educational activities through asynchronous learning arrangements, subject to instructions from their respective schools.
4. Philippine Science High School – Main Campus, Quezon City
Schedule: October 28–29, 2026
Learning Modality: Online learning
The Philippine Science High School (PSHS) Main Campus in Diliman, Quezon City, has temporarily shifted to online learning on Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29, following increasing reports of flu-like illnesses among students.
The temporary arrangement aims to allow affected students to recover while helping reduce the potential spread of illness on campus.
The school previously suspended classes on October 26 and 27 as part of its preventive health measures.
Important Reminders for Students and Parents
Parents, learners, and teachers are advised to take note of the following:
No nationwide class suspension has been announced through this list. Only the identified areas and educational institutions are covered.
Asynchronous learning does not mean that all academic activities are canceled. Students may still be required to complete assignments and other learning tasks.
Suspension schedules vary. Not all affected areas have suspended classes until October 31.
Monitor official announcements. Follow updates from local government units, DepEd divisions, and school administrators for possible changes or additional suspensions.
Schools and families are encouraged to coordinate regarding learning arrangements and class resumption schedules.
This article will be updated as additional official class suspension announcements become available.
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