TACLOBAN CITY — The Department of Education (DepEd) – Schools Division of Leyte has strongly condemned the shooting incident that occurred at the Tanauan School of Craftsmanship and Home Industries (TSCHI) in Tanauan, Leyte, on October 16, 2025, which left a teacher wounded perpetrated by her estranged husband.
According to DepEd Leyte’s official statement, the incident happened around 7:20 a.m. within the school premises. The school head immediately coordinated with the Philippine National Police (PNP) and local government officials to ensure the safety of students and personnel, as well as to facilitate the swift investigation and apprehension of the suspect.
In the aftermath of the incident, classes were suspended and temporarily shifted to the Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) to allow both learners and staff time to process the traumatic event. Regular face-to-face classes are expected to resume on October 21, 2025, once safety assessments and support interventions have been completed.
To reinforce school safety, DepEd Leyte directed the immediate implementation of heightened security measures across TSCHI and other public schools in the province. The Division Office also deployed an investigation team to gather information and submit a comprehensive report on the incident.
Meanwhile, psychosocial support sessions are being provided to affected students, teachers, and staff, in coordination with the division’s health and guidance personnel. These interventions will continue in the following days to ensure emotional recovery within the school community.
DepEd Leyte stressed that the safety and welfare of learners and educators remain its top priority.
“The Department remains steadfast in maintaining a safe, peaceful, and supportive learning environment in all schools under its supervision,” the statement read.
The division also expressed gratitude to the Local Government Unit of Tanauan, the PNP, and barangay officials for their prompt action and assistance during and after the incident.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
