In a bold move that sent shockwaves through the education sector, CHED Chairperson J. Prospero E. de Vera III issued a Memorandum on December 18, 2023, directing all State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs) to terminate their senior high school (SHS) programs, effective from the upcoming school year (SY 2024-2025). The reason behind this sudden directive, as cited by De Vera, is the perceived lack of a legal foundation for continued funding. This resulted in some lawmakers questioning the abrupt decision and emphasizing the underlying concern of viability and preparedness: Is the sector of education fully equipped for this change?
