Department of Education (SDO Zamboanga Del Sur) has reiterated its prohibition on video recording, vlogging, and the inclusion of students in any video content during class or office hours.

ADHERENCE TO PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT IN CLASSROOMS - PROHIBITION OF VIDEO RECORDING AND VLOGGING DURING CLASS/OFFICE HOURS

1. In our ongoing commitment to maintaining conducive learning environment and ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of quality education, all teaching personnel are strictly reminded to refrain from recording videos, engaging in vlogging activities, or including learners in any video content during class/office hours.

2. The practice of creating and sharing videos during instructional time can cause unnecessary distractions and negatively impact the focus of both teachers and learners. Additionally, the inclusion of learners in such recordings raises concerns regarding privacy, data protection, and their overall well-being.

3. To uphold professionalism and safeguard the integrity of our educational environment, all teachers are expected to:

- Avoid recording or streaming videos for personal or public sharing during class hours;

- Ensure that learners are not included in any vlogs, recordings, or social media content related to personal engagements; and,

-Prioritize the structured and uninterrupted delivery of lessons.

4. This directive aligns with the following DepEd Orders and advisories:

• DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012: Child Protection Policy-emphasizing the protection of learners from any form of exploitation, including unauthorized exposure on social media and digital platforms.

• DepEd Order No. 83, s. 2003: Prohibition on the Use of Mobile Phones and Pagers During Class Hours - reinforcing the need to minimize distractions in the classroom.

• DepEd Order No. 5, s. 2024: Policy Guidelines on the Rationalization of Teachers' Workload in Public Schools and Payment of Teaching Overload - highlighting that teachers' working hours should be dedicated to actual teaching and related responsibilities.