DepEd, Schools Division Office of Batangas City

The Schools Division Office (SDO) of Batangas City is a government educational administration body under the Department of Education (DepEd) of the Philippines. It oversees and manages both public and private elementary and secondary schools within Batangas City. Its core functions include implementing national educational policies, managing school operations, organizing academic and extracurricular activities, and providing administrative support to schools, teachers, and students. Key activities involve teacher training and recruitment, student assessments, curriculum implementation, and organizing events like sports meets, festivals of talent, and academic competitions. The division also handles administrative processes for private schools, including permit applications and fee approvals. It actively promotes values formation, anti-corruption initiatives, and programs like Brigada Eskwela (a school maintenance program) and early childhood development. The office disseminates information through memoranda, advisories, and bulletins covering academic calendars, competition invitations, policy updates, and operational guidelines.