President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Improving education top priority of PBBM gov’t (Speech, May 2024).
Source: Presidential Communications Office.

Commentary / Analysis:
In this speech, President Marcos Jr. emphasizes that improving education remains the top priority of his administration. He emphasizes that education is the foundation of national progress, highlighting efforts to strengthen basic education, enhance teacher support, and integrate technology into the learning process.

The substance of this rhetoric lies in its strong political commitment: it positions education as central to social and economic development. By publicly prioritizing education, the President sets a clear social objective—to ensure that Filipino students have accessible, relevant, and future-ready learning.

However, the weakness of the text is the lack of detailed, actionable strategies. While the message is inspiring and places education at the core of governance, it risks remaining symbolic if not backed by measurable reforms such as budget allocation, teacher training programs, or long-term curriculum development.

Conclusion:
The speech reflects a hopeful vision for Philippine education. I find it encouraging that national leaders recognize education as a vital driver of progress, but I believe the challenge is ensuring that these promises lead to concrete, sustainable improvements in classrooms across the country.

Reference:
Presidential Communications Office. (2024, May). Speech of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on improving education as the top priority of the government. Presidential Communications Office. https://pco.gov.ph/news_releases/improving-education-top-priority-of-pbbm-govt/