A teachers’ group in the Philippines is calling on the Department of Education to proactively address the challenges posed by the approaching El Niño phenomenon. Rather than relying on loosening uniform rules, they are urging the Department to consider shortening class hours when temperatures become dangerously high. The group also suggests implementing hybrid learning arrangements to mitigate the impact of extreme heat on student learning. Crucially, they emphasize the need for substantial investment in classroom cooling systems across the Philippines. These measures, they argue, are necessary to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for students throughout the country. The teachers anticipate that the strong El Niño will significantly disrupt classes without preventative action. This call comes as the Philippines prepares for potentially intense heat and weather disturbances.