Makati to shorten class period starting April 8 due to high heat index

MANILA, Philippines — The local government of Makati said on Friday that it has modified the school schedule of students as a measure against the high heat index.

According to Makati City, students in the morning shift will have their classes from 6:00 am to 10:00 am, while those in the afternoon shift will have classes from 3:30 pm until 7:00 pm.

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The schedule change will take effect on April 8, Monday.

“Ang panukalang ito ay ipapatupad bilang bahagi ng mga contingencies ng lungsod laban sa matinding init,” My Makati, the official Facebook account of the city, said in a post.

(This measure is implemented as part of the city’s contingencies against the severe heat.)

The city also told parents to monitor their children’s school activities and reminded them of other measures that they can take to alleviate the discomfort brought by the high heat.

“Habang pinaiikli ang mga klase, pinapaalalahanan ang mga magulang na masigasig na subaybayan at isumite sa tamang oras ang activities ng mga anak araw-araw,” it said.

(While classes are shortened, parents are reminded to monitor and submit on time the activities of their children daily.)

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“Pinapayuhan din ang lahat na magsuot ng komportable at light-colored na damit sa klase. Mangyaring dalhin ang iyong mga tumbler at uminom ng maraming tubig upang manatiling hydrated,” it added.

(All are also advised to wear comfortable and light-colored clothes in class. You may also bring your tumbler and drink plenty of water to be hydrated.)