About the ALS – Cayetano Arellano High School Learning Portal
The ALS – Cayetano Arellano High School Learning Portal is an online learning space created to support out‑of‑school youth and adults in continuing their basic education through the Alternative Learning System (ALS) of the Department of Education. As one of the oldest public schools in Manila, Cayetano Arellano High School has a long tradition of providing accessible and inclusive education to the community, dating back to its establishment in 1921. [en.wikipedia.org]
This portal serves as a flexible, learner‑centered platform where ALS learners can access study modules, life skills training, digital resources, and school announcements. It complements the school’s commitment to serving young people who were unable to finish formal schooling and wish to pursue Elementary or Junior High School accreditation through DepEd's ALS programs. CAHS has also historically welcomed ALS learners through initiatives such as online enrollment drives for out‑of‑school youth and adults seeking to continue their studies. [facebook.com]
Aligned with the nationwide goals of the Alternative Learning System, the portal supports learners in developing:
- Basic and functional literacy skills,
- Academic competencies across learning strands, and
- Life and career skills essential for work readiness and community participation.
ALS is a national program designed to provide a second chance at education for those who cannot access or return to formal schooling. It enables learners to study at their own pace through modular and community‑based instruction, with pathways to complete basic education via the Accreditation and Equivalency (A&E) Program. [deped.gov.ph], [assistance.ph]
Through the CAHS Learning Portal, students receive a modern, accessible, and supportive learning environment—whether studying independently, preparing for A&E assessments, or engaging in supplemental activities provided by ALS teachers and facilitators. This digital platform strengthens CAHS’s mission to make education available to all learners, regardless of age, background, or circumstances.