The Department of Education (DepEd) Cavite Province and the administration of Hugo Perez Elementary School-Annex expressed grief over the death of a Grade 4 pupil following a deworming activity conducted on the school's premises.

In a statement, the school said it is "deeply saddened" by the incident and extended its "immeasurable depth of sympathy and prayers" to the bereaved family and loved ones of the learner.

The division also assured the public that it is "not standing by idly" and is in constant coordination with the appropriate authorities regarding the incident.

DepEd Cavite emphasized that, as a learner-centered public institution, it remains committed to safeguarding the health, life, and welfare of every learner.

It also vowed to fully cooperate with any legal proceedings or official investigations that may arise, saying its officials and personnel "shall not shirk from our responsibilities" and will uphold the principle that "public office is a public trust."