DepEd extends Teacher’s Camp road access until March 31, 2026
The Department of Education (DepEd) has approved the continued implementation of the weekend access schedule for the Baguio Teachers Camp (BTC) road, extending the arrangement until March 31, 2026, subject to further assessment.
In a letter dated December 10, 2025 to Mayor Benjamin Magalong, DepEd Undersecretary and Chief of Staff Atty. Fatima Lipp Panontongan confirmed the approval based on the recommendation of the City Government and the assessment of the Traffic Management Working Group.
The extension aims to support the city’s ongoing traffic management efforts.
DepEd also requested the city’s assistance in deploying Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel to help manage traffic flow and enforce safety protocols during the designated access hours.
The approved schedule follows:
- Mondays to Fridays: 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sundays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The DepEd set the following conditions:
- The road will be closed to the public during PRC Board Examinations and other official events held at BTC.
- Only light vehicles will be allowed to pass.
- A 20 kph speed limit will be strictly observed.
- Blowing of horns is prohibited to maintain the peaceful atmosphere inside the camp.
- Two-way traffic will be observed during the permitted hours.
DepEd expressed its appreciation for the city’s cooperation and emphasized the shared goal of ensuring safety and smooth traffic within the area even as Mayor Magalong thanked the department for always taking into account the needs of the city and its constituents. – Aileen P. Refuerzo
