CAMP OLIVAS, City of San Fernando, Pampanga — The opening of School Year 2026–2027 across Central Luzon was marked by a peaceful and orderly return to classrooms, with the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) recording zero major incidents on the first day of classes.
The positive outcome came amid the deployment of thousands of police personnel across the region as part of the Philippine National Police’s school opening security operations. Officers were stationed in and around schools, major roads, transportation terminals, and other areas with high public activity to help ensure the safety of students, teachers, parents, and school personnel.
Police units also worked closely with local government units, school authorities, force multipliers, and other stakeholders to facilitate traffic flow, maintain public order, and address potential concerns before they could disrupt school activities.
PRO3 Director PBGEN Jess B Mendez attributed the incident-free opening of classes to the strong collaboration among government agencies, educational institutions, community partners, and the public.
“The peaceful opening of classes across Central Luzon reflects what can be achieved when communities come together with a shared commitment to the safety and well-being of our learners. This accomplishment is the result of the collective efforts of our police personnel, local government units, school authorities, force multipliers, and the community,” Mendez said.
He noted that the successful implementation of security measures aligns with the Chief PNP, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. ‘s PNP-focused agenda of enhancing public safety, increasing police visibility, and strengthening community partnerships.
“Our students deserve a safe environment where they can focus on learning, while parents deserve the assurance that their children are protected. This is the kind of service we continue to deliver—Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,” he added.
Throughout the first day of classes, police personnel maintained a visible presence in school zones and conducted intensified patrol operations to deter criminal activity and ensure the smooth flow of students and commuters.
Mendez assured the public that PRO3 will sustain its security efforts throughout the academic year and continue working closely with partner agencies and local communities to keep schools safe.
“As we begin another school year, we remain committed to providing responsive and reliable police service. Through strong community partnerships and continued vigilance, we can ensure that our schools remain safe spaces where every learner can thrive and pursue their education with confidence,” he said.
The incident-free opening of classes highlights PRO3’s continued commitment to delivering quality public service and advancing the PNP’s mission to build safer, more secure, and more resilient communities across Central Luzon.
