Manila, Jan. 9 -- The Department of Education (DepEd) mourned the passing of a public school teacher who died while on duty in Muntinlupa City.

"The Department of Education (DepEd) extends its deepest condolences to the family, colleagues, and learners of Teacher Agnes Buenaflor of Pedro E. Diaz High School in Muntinlupa City. We mourn the loss of a dedicated educator and stand in solidarity with the school community during this difficult time," DepEd Media Relations Head Dennis Legaspi said in a statement late Thursday.

"We are closely coordinating with the school and the family to provide immediate assistance, including psychosocial support for affected learners and personnel," he added.

Buenaflor reportedly died after being rushed ...