Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10504
Introduced by Representative Richard I. Gomez, DPA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This proposed bill addresses a crucial aspect of educational infrastructure: the standardization of 
ceiling height in DepEd classrooms. The aim is twofold: to mitigate overheating and to facilitate adequate 
air circulation within classrooms. By mandating a ceiling height of four (4) meters, this bill seeks to 
create an optimal learning environment that promotes comfort and enhances the overall well-being of 
students and teachers. 
We recognize that DepEd already has standards for classroom specifications. However, in light of 
current climatic conditions brought about by climate change and increasing global temperatures year on 
year, it is imperative to update these standards. Raising the ceiling height from two point seven (2.7) 
meters to four (4) meters will help alleviate classroom overheating, creating a more conducive 
environment for learning. 
Quality school infrastructure is fundamental to achieving national educational objectives. By 
redesigning and standardizing ceiling height, DepEd demonstrates its commitment to providing safe, 
secure, and conducive learning environments for all students, regardless of geographical location or 
socioeconomic status. 
The classroom environment significantly impacts students' ability to learn, because overheating 
can hinder concentration and impede cognitive function. By standardizing ceiling height to mitigate 
overheating, this bill ensures that classrooms are conducive to learning, thereby promoting better 
academic outcomes. 
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Adequate air circulation is essential for maintaining indoor air quality, which directly affects 
students' health and well-being. Standardizing ceiling height allows for better airflow, reducing the risk of 
airborne pollutants and enhancing overall comfort within the classroom. 
This bill draws upon existing guidelines and initiatives within DepEd, such as DepEd Order No. 
64, s. 2017, and DepEd Order No. 6, s. 2021, which establish minimum performance standards and 
specifications for school buildings. It also takes into account the Philippines' susceptibility to natural 
disasters and the need for resilient infrastructure. 
The standardization of ceiling height in DepEd classrooms is a vital component of efforts to 
enhance the quality, safety, and resilience of educational infrastructure. By enacting this bill, we not only 
create better learning environments for current students but also lay the foundation for a more sustainable 
and inclusive education system for generations to come. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
RICHARD I. GOMEZ, DPA 


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10504
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Introduced by Representative Richard I. Gomez, DPA 
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AN ACT STANDARDIZING CEILING HEIGHT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 
(DEPED) CLASSROOMS TO MITIGATE OVERHEATING AND FACILITATE AIR 
CIRCULATION 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of file Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the  "DepEd Classroom Ceiling 
Standardization Act of  2024." 
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. –  It is hereby declared the policy of the State to ensure 
the safety, comfort, and conducive learning environment of students in all educational 
institutions. Recognizing the crucial role of proper classroom design in achieving this objective, 
this Act seeks to standardize the ceiling height of Department of Education (DepEd) classrooms 
to mitigate overheating and facilitate air circulation, thereby enhancing the overall learning 
experience. 
SEC. 3. Standardized Ceiling Height. – The ceiling height of all newly constructed 
DepEd classrooms shall be standardized to four (4) meters. This specification aims to improve 
air circulation and reduce the effects of overheating within the classroom environment. 
SEC. 4. Compliance with Existing Standards. – The standardized ceiling height of four 


(4) meters shall be incorporated into the Minimum Performance and Standard Specifications 
(MPSS) for DepEd school buildings. This shall be an addition to the existing standards, ensuring 
that all new classroom constructions adhere to this updated specification. 
 
 
 
SEC. 5. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – Within sixty (60) days from the 
effectivity of this Act, the Department of Education (DepEd), shall promulgate the necessary 
rules and regulations to effectively implement the provisions of this Act.  
 
SEC. 6. Appropriation. –The funds necessary for the initial implementation of this Act 
shall be charged against the current budget of the DepEd. Thereafter, the amount necessary for 
its continued implementation shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.   
 
 
SEC. 7. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, orders, rules, and regulations or parts 
thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
 
SEC. 8. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in 
the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
 
 
Approved,