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Senator Robinhood “Robin” Padilla introduced a bill to reinstate Philippine history in the high school curriculum because he believed that the children of the Philippines needed to be aware of the nation’s historical and cultural heritage.

Through Department of Education (DepEd) Order 20, which was issued by the then-DepEd Secretary Armin Luistro, the topic was taken out of the high school curriculum to make room for the implementation of the Kinder to Grade 12 (K-12) program. It is taught individually to pupils in grades 5 and 6. The present Araling Panlipunan (AP) curriculum spans all grade levels and includes a variety of Philippine history subjects.

Padilla claimed in his submission of Senate Bill 451 or An Act Mandating the Inclusion of Philippine History as a Separate Topic in the High School Curriculum that reintroducing the subject in high school will aid the youth in forming the nation and its people.

According to Padilla’s bill, “to lead this nation into the future would require an understanding of the country’s historical roots and cultural heritage in ideally all levels of formal education.” Padilla also added that it is regrettable that the young are denied the chance to sift through the books of the country’s “invaluable past.”

The subject should also be intended to instill a feeling of patriotism and should cover the history, culture, and identity of the Bangsamoro and Indigenous People, according to the bill.

Padilla pointed out that topics like Asian Studies and World History are covered in the K–12 social studies curriculum.

This representation is of the firm belief that there must be an independent and definitive subject that comprehensively focuses on the study of our nation’s own history, Padilla said. “While supporters of this revised curriculum claim that the ‘discussion of events on the country’s history is naturally integrated into several subjects,’ this representation is of the firm belief that there must be an independent and definitive subject,” he added.

The measure also aims to promote “critical thinking and dialogue” regarding the consequences and contemporary relevance of historical events, figures, and movements in the Philippines.

The program also strives to promote patriotism and a sense of national identity among young people by educating them about the nation’s history, roots, and traditions.

“Let’s not forget the adage that the most efficient method to destroy someone is to reject and erase their awareness of their own history. The approval of this bill is fervently sought with the expectation that it will help avoid such danger “Added Padilla.

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