25/07/2025
๐ข REMINDER TO ALL TEACHING & NON-TEACHING PERSONNEL
๐ Subject: Guidance on Posting Learnersโ Images or Data on Social Media
(Per DepEd Memorandum OM-OUOPS-2024-05-03942)
The Department of Education reminds all personnel to strictly observe the proper handling of learnersโ photos, videos, and personal data online.
We must uphold every childโs right to privacy, safety, and dignity in both physical and digital spaces.
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๐ Legal Bases:
๐น DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012 โ Child Protection Policy
๐น RA 10173 โ Data Privacy Act of 2012
๐น DepEd Memo OM-OUOPS-2024-05-03942 โ Guidance on Posting Learnersโ Images or Data
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Key Guidelines:
โ๏ธ Secure written informed consent from parents/guardians
โ๏ธ Use only official school/DepEd platforms
โ๏ธ Coordinate with the Guidance Designate and School Head before posting
โ๏ธ Do not reveal full names, grade levels, addresses, or personal info
โ๏ธ Blur or cover learnersโ faces and data when needed
โ Avoid posting content that may cause embarrassment or safety risks
โ No posting for personal branding, vlogging, or monetization
โ Do not post disciplinary-related photos or sensitive classroom footage
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๐ฌ โThink before you click โ itโs not just about good content, itโs about our learnersโ rights and dignity.โ
Let us promote a safe, respectful, and child-friendly digital environment.