Despite the start of the 2024-2025 school year, many classrooms affected by previous calamities are still in disrepair. According to DepEd Bicol, more than 1,000 classrooms in the region are currently unusable.

Due to these issues, several schools are still implementing shifting of classes to accommodate students.

This situation affects both teaching and learning processes.

"Adapted na ang Bicol Region sa blended learning, so kaya ng mag-modular as the shifting of classes, gagamitin yun, kung kayang mag-online, gagamitin ang online," Mayflor Marie Jumamil, spokesperson for DepEd Bicol, said.

This means that schools are using blended learning methods, including modular and online approaches, to manage the disruption.

To address the lack of classrooms, DepEd has set up temporary learning spaces (TLS).

"Now yung mga TLS naman natin pwedeng galing sa mga MOOE (Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses) ng mga schools o ng division or funded or aided by our partners," Jumamil added.

DepEd has expressed gratitude to stakeholders, including local government units (LGUs) and Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), for their support.

Despite these efforts, the department is working to ensure that all students' needs are met and that classroom disruptions are minimized.