THE Department of Education (DepEd), along with government and private organizations, honored education frontline heroes during the recently concluded National Teachers' Month (NTM). Now in its 13th year, NTM has become more relevant as the nation continues to battle Covid-19. Despite the challenges, teachers continue to ensure they pursue teaching during the community quarantine.

In her message to the nationwide virtual NTM celebration on October 5, Education Secretary Leonor Briones emphasized the importance of teachers in nation-building amid these challenging times.