By Liza Soriano
MANILA — Incoming Department of Education (DepEd) Sec. Sonny Angara tendered his resignation from his position as a senator following the turnover of DepEd Secretary position also on Thursday (18 July 24).
In his letter to Senate President Chiz Escudero, Angara said that his resignation will take effect on July 18, 2024, in light of his appointment as new DepEd chief.
“The portfolio that I will be taking on as DepEd Secretary is riddled with very serious challenges,” he said.
“But I am confident that with your support and of the rest of my colleagues at the Senate, these challenges are surmountable,” Angara added.
Vice President Sara Duterte turned over the DepEd chief post to Angara on Thursday (18 July 2024) at the DepEd Central Office, Pasig City, wherein the seal and flag were handed over to the latter.
During the turnover, Angara said that he will do “everything” to improve the education quality in the country.
“Gagawin natin ang lahat para makamit ang mga pagbabago at reporma na naayon sa mga layunin ng isang Bagong Pilipinas,” he said.
Angara previously said that he will have his oath as the new Education chief on July 19.
(el Amigo/mnm)
