English: Data presented during a hearing of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) revealed that only 20,718 of 45,918 public schools nationwide have filled principal positions. The remaining 24,480 only have Teachers-In-Charge who often need more training and support.
Filipino: Mahigit kalahati ng mga pampublikong paaralan sa bansa ang walang punong guro. Sa isang pandinig pinamunuan ng Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), iniulat ng DepEd na 20,718 lamang sa 45,918 na mga pampublikong paaralan sa bansa ang may napunang principal positions. Para sa natitirang 24,480 na mga paaralan, Teachers-In-Charge lamang na madalas nangangailangan ng karagdagang training at suporta.