DepEd Memorandum 048, s. 2025
Pilot Implementation of the Strengthened Senior High School Curriculum for Grade 11 in School Year 2025-2026
JUN 14 2025
DepEd MEMORANDUM
No. 048, s. 2025
PILOT IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRENGTHENED SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM FOR GRADE 11 IN SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026
To: Undersecretaries
Assistant Secretaries
Minister, Basic, Higher, and Technical Education, BARMM
Bureau and Service Directors
Regional Directors
Schools Division Superintendents
Public and Private Elementary and Secondary School Heads
State/ Local Universities and Colleges Heads
All Others Concerned
l. ln line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to rationalize the senior high school (SHS) curriculum and the Department of Education’s (DepEd) commitment to continuously enhance the quality of basic education. particularly at the SHS level, DepEd shall pilot the Strengthened Senior High School Curriculum for school year (SYI 2025-2026.
2. The Strengthened SHS Curriculum is anchored on the following vision for the reform:
a. Streamlined tracks and subjects to enhance clarity and efficiency:
b. Expanded learner choice to align education with individual aspirations;
c. Aligned education with industry needs and national development goals to boost employability:
d. Supported seamless transitions to various curriculum exits and
e. Established stackable and seamless learning pathways for continued academic and career growth.
3. To ensure readiness for nationwide adoption, the Department shall implement a pilot rollout of the Strengthened SHS Curriculum beginning June 16, 2025, for Grade 11 learners in select pilot schools. This pilot implementation forms part of a phased approach designed to surface potential challenges, gather field-based insights, and refine strategies for effective curriculum delivery, teacher preparation, and systems support.
4. To ensure its relevance and responsiveness to the needs of various education stakeholders. the Strengthened SHS Curriculum was developed and refined through partnerships and sustained engagements with key government agencies, including the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). Various industry partners, academic institutions, DepEd field officials, teachers, parents, learners, and other stakeholders were also consulted.
5. For any related questions or concerns, please contact the Technical Working Group for the Pilot• Implementation of the Strengthened SHS Program at strengthenedshs@deped.gov.ph.
6. Immediate dissemination of this Memorandum is desired
(SGD) SONNY ANGARA
Secretary
Encls.:
As stated
References:
DepEd Order Nos. 021, s. 2019 and 8, s. 2015
To be indicated in the Perpetual Index
under the following subjects:
ASSESSMENT
CURRICULUM
LEARNERS
PROGRAMS
SCHOOLS
SECONDARY EDUCATION
TEACHERS
A full copy of DepEd Memorandum No. 048, s. 2025 below:
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