The Prime Minister’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG) has strongly dismissed a fake circular circulating on social media that claims there have been changes to the 2026 school academic calendar, including an alleged seven-day extension after schools reopen.
The misleading document, which has been widely shared online, falsely alleges that the adjustment is due to unspecified challenges affecting the academic schedule.
It is designed to appear official, featuring government-style formatting, signatures, and branding that mimic authentic government communications.
PMO-RALG has confirmed that the circular is completely fake and did not originate from the government.
Authorities further noted that the document has been clearly marked “FAKE” and stamped “IPUUZWEE,” indicating that it should be ignored and treated as misinformation.
Preliminary verification by government officials shows clear inconsistencies in the document, including incorrect reference numbers, unusual formatting, and deviations from standard government circular procedures, confirming that it is not an authentic government communication.
The government office, which is responsible for coordinating regional administration and local government functions including oversight of basic education systems, has reiterated that any official changes to the school calendar are only announced through verified and recognized channels.
These include official government statements, approved media outlets, and authorized institutional platforms.
PMO-RALG has expressed concern over the growing spread of fake documents on social media, particularly those targeting the education sector.
The office warned that such misinformation can create unnecessary confusion among parents, students, and teachers, and may disrupt academic planning and school operations.
Education stakeholders have been urged to remain vigilant and verify all information related to school reopening dates, holidays, and academic schedules before sharing it.
Schools, regional education offices, and official government communication platforms remain the most reliable sources of accurate information.
The government also cautioned that the circulation of false information not only misleads the public but also undermines trust in official institutions.
It further warned that individuals involved in producing or sharing fake official documents may face legal action in accordance with cybercrime and communication laws.
Parents and guardians have been specifically advised to avoid relying on forwarded messages and unverified social media posts, especially during school reopening periods when fake notices tend to spread quickly.
They are encouraged to confirm any updates directly from schools or relevant education authorities.
PMO-RALG assured the public that any genuine changes to the academic calendar would always be communicated in advance through coordinated official channels, allowing sufficient time for students, teachers, and administrators to prepare.
PMO-RALG has firmly clarified that the circulating notice claiming a seven-day extension after school reopening is entirely false.
The public is urged to disregard it and rely only on official government sources for accurate and verified information regarding the education sector.
