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The person I am going to introduce to you is no ordinary citizen of our society. I fi nd it quite diffi cult to compose the fi tting and kind introduction that I can scribble

down for our keynote speaker, despite the materials that he has provided me containing the litany of many wonderful and colorful achievements that he has already painted on his life story. By providing me pieces of information about himself which I fi rmly believe he has personally craft ed, I am all the more pleased to have sensed his outstanding and uncompromising mark of kindness and generosity. To borrow his very own words, our keynote speaker describes himself as an “accomplished” person “who has risen from the ranks not by mere chance but through genuine love for work, persistent honing of skills, character modifi cation, and perseverance.” He humbly claims that “his present position was considered already as a meteoric ascent since he joined the Department of Education on November 12, 2002.” I strongly agree with him that his numerous achievements substantiate his early and fast climb through the hierarchy of the said Department. At a very young age of 47 years old, in fact I am two years his senior, and by the way, he has just celebrated his birthday last Sunday, July 31, on the feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola, our keynote speaker has already decorated much of his career life with unequivocally shining and glittering accomplishments, achievements, experiences,

FARNAZO: the concurrent SDS of El Salvador CityBy Rev. Fr. Max V. Ceballos

and involvements. In the area of professional journey, our guest of honor has extensive experiences on organizational planning, development, personnel movement, assessment of performance, streamlining and succession planning. Th is experience has greatly contributed to his being propelled to greater heights as career executive. And among them, his present status now, the current pedestal he is standing on, as chief executive offi cer, our being Regional Director of DepEd Region X. His fi rst work experience started as a Personnel Clerk of Purefoods Corp. at GenSan City in 1990. Th en he shift ed direction. He joined the teaching staff as a classroom teacher at NDDU, GenSan City campus from 1990-1993, as Guidance Counselor/Coordinator of Students Aff airs of the same university from 1993-1996. Another shift took place as he threw his hat to the political arena in the Municipality of Sto. Nino, South Cotabato where he was elected Municipal Councilor, which term he served with much love and sincerity from 1998-2002. Because of his dedicated service as public servant of the town, he was awarded as outstanding Municipal Councilor in 1999-2001.

Sinaloc ES.................page2General Assembly...page 2Healthy body...........page 3San Franz’s...............page 3Editorial...................page 4Editorial...................page 5Th e Necessity...........page 6Great Agents............page 6A Glimpse of...........page 7Professional A.........page 8Professional A.........page 9Serbisyong Totoo..page 10Narrative Report...page 10ALS Volunteer.......page 11Accreditation........page 11

What’s INSIDE?

Aft er serving his constituents in Sto Nino. South Cotabato, his passion to be part of the Education Department family did not fade away. It did not wither, it never died. In fact, that fateful day on Nov. 12, 2002, marked the ascent he was referring to talking in his bio-data. On that blissful and graceful day, he was accepted as Administrative Offi cer III at the DepED GenSan Division. Th en the rise to the ladder of fame and power continued... Aft er almost four years, our keynote speaker

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2 NEWS

Sinaloc Elementary School Receives School Supplies from the Offi ce of the Governor

By: Analyn G. Fabria

Among the 15 public elementary schools of El Salvador City Division,

Sinaloc Elementary School was so lucky to receive 400 packs of school supplies from the offi ce of the Governor last June 2, 2016. An opportunity came when Hon. Yevgenny “Bambi” Beja Emano visited Sinaloc Elementary School to give his speech during the Alubijid Laguindingan El Salvador Ministers Association (ALEMA) Youth camp held last May 27,2016. Th rough the eff ort of the School head Mrs. Leonora M. Juario together with the Brigada Eskwela Coordinator Mrs. Noemi L. Ruita, they met the governor and handed a solicitation letter during the said event. Th e governor didn’t refuse and immediately asked for a number of enrolees in the school. He promised to deliver packs of school supplies before the classes begin for the school year 2016-2017.Emano said that, he will do what he can for the people of Misamis Oriental. People put him in the position and he will give back what is due to the people, he added. As promised, the school supplies were delivered in Sinaloc Elementary School. Each pack contains 1 plastic envelope with handle, crayons, paper, notebook, bond papers, ballpen, and pencil.Th e school supplies were distributed to the pupils from grades 1 to 6 during the fi rst day of classes. Th e school head, teachers and parents were very happy and grateful to Gov. Emano for these could be a great help to them specially those who cannot aff ord to buy school supplies.

General Assembly: A Primordial Step Towards School’s TransformationBy: Jigger M. Tomarong

General assembly may sounds to be a common term and a usual event for everybody, but not for Molugan Central School. For in the

current school year, Molugan Central School had its new school principal, in the person of Mrs. Mariel B. Ubaub who was installed last June 17, 2016. Determined to make transformation in her new station, Mrs. Ubaub, met the 365 parents who attended the “General Assembly” last July 8, 2016 at exactly 8:30 in the morning. Th e individual introduction of teachers in the earlier part of the event, ignited the parents’ confi dence and stimulated a lighter atmosphere among attendees. Mrs. Aileen B. Castro, a grade six adviser, discussed details about the grading system and citing revised guidelines in selecting honor pupils. Mrs. Ramirez, the school GPTA Treasurer reported the breakdown of GPTA funds for the previous school year, while Mrs. Cherry B. Sabasaje talked

about Nutrition Month and National Deworming Day also known as “Oplan Goodbye Bulate”. On the other hand, Mr. Jigger M. Tomarong, a grade six adviser, explained several school policies. Clarifi cations and reactions regarding the presentations were entertained during the Open-Forum part. In her speech, Mrs. Ubaub pointed out what she thinks to be a major problem of the school. It is the unfi nished school fence which threatens the safeness and security of the children, teachers and the school properties as well. She also presented several projects which will be implemented throughout the school year. Believing her conviction to bring transformation in the school, the parents supported and even shared wonderful ideas and strategies to achieve every programs/projects being presented. Th e assembly ended with a positive atmosphere.

3NEWS

Healthy Body Leads to Wealthy MindBy: Junalyn T. Zaragosa

Nutrition is very important for everyone, especially for pupils because it is directly linked to all aspects of their growth and

development, factors which will have direct ties to their level of health. As teachers instill proper nutrition trends to pupils it allows them to participate in diff erent activities and with greater enjoyment. It also serves as supporting eff ort to the school environment and plays a signifi cant role in the health of pupils. Schools in diff erent places celebrated the Nutrition Month, especially in Pedro Sa. Baculio Elementary School. Nutrition month celebration enables pupils to know and give emphasis on the importance of being healthy. In connection with this celebration, Pedro Sa. Baculio Elementary school initiated diff erent activities such as weekly trivia aft er the fl ag ceremony. During the trivia pupils were given variety of questions about nutrition and let the pupils answer the questions, the teachers also gave nutritional facts about the questions given. Th e school principal also initiated feeding activity that advocated good nutrition of pupils. Feeding is known to alleviate short-term hunger, improve nutrition and cognition of children. Th e feeding activity of Pedro Sa. Baculio Elementary school wouldn’t be successful without the participation of supportive and active parents. Parents from diff erent grade levels prepared delicious and healthy snack/ lunch for their children. Th e feeding activity let the pupils enjoy good nutrition while with their classmates. Of course the activity would never be completed without having the culmination program and Nutri King and Queen 2016, which serves as the highlight of celebrating the nutrition month. Th e nutrition culmination program enables pupils to showcase their diff erent talents that showed good nutrition. Th e program ended successfully, teachers, pupils and parents were very pleased and happy during the activity.

San Franz’s 1st High School Opens

utrition is very important for everyone, especially for pupils because it is directly linked to all aspects of their growth and

development, factors which will have direct ties to their level of health. As teachers instill proper nutrition trends to pupils it allows them to participate in diff erent activities and with greater enjoyment. It also serves as supporting eff ort to the school environment and plays a signifi cant role in the health of pupils. Schools in diff erent places celebrated the Nutrition Month, especially in Pedro Sa. Baculio Elementary School. Nutrition month celebration enables pupils to know and give emphasis on the importance of being healthy. In connection with this celebration, Pedro Sa. Baculio Elementary school initiated diff erent activities such as weekly trivia aft er the fl ag ceremony. During the trivia pupils were given variety of questions about nutrition and let the pupils answer the questions, the teachers also gave nutritional facts about the questions given. Th e school principal also initiated feeding activity that advocated good nutrition of pupils. Feeding is known to alleviate short-term hunger, improve nutrition and cognition of children. Th e feeding activity of Pedro Sa. Baculio Elementary school wouldn’t be successful without the participation of supportive and active parents. Parents from diff erent grade levels prepared delicious and healthy snack/ lunch for their children. Th e feeding activity let the

These were the words expressed by Ms. Chuchie A. Quiring

as she accepted the challenge to lead the newly-opened San Francisco de Asis National High School (SFDANHS) during her acceptance speech in the Opening Program of the School Year 2016-2017 last June 13, 2016. Miss Quiring, together with the newly-hired teachers namely Ms. Maristel A. Calapiz, Ms.

Quimberly B. Galagala, Ms. Marietta G. Oclarit, and Mr. Rene Monto, were welcomed by the San Francisco de Asis Barangay Council headed by the Barangay Chairman Hon. Roel Sabella, the San Francisco de Asis Elementary School teaching Force led by their Head Teacher Mr. Roger E. Pagayon, and the students and parents of San Francisco de Asis. Th e newly appointed school head and teachers were offi cially inducted into offi ce by Mr. Rolly B. Labis, Chief, School Governance Operation Division (SGOD), and Dr. Rowena H. Paraon, Chief, Curriculum and Instruction Division, together with the Education Program Supervisors. San Francisco de Asis National High School presently serves Grade 7 students from San Francisco de Asis, and from neighbouring barangays which is divided into two sections.

by Maristel A. Calapiz“As what Michael Dell said, “Th e challenge in a start-up is that you always have to spread your wings pretty far to see what will work.”

4 NEWS

We Are Ready for SY 2016-2017!

By: Vanessa Prores L. Tiad

For SY 2016-2017, the Schools Division Offi ce of El Salvador City hired additional teachers to address the teacher needs of

public schools in El Salvador City. A total of twenty three (23) teachers were hired (7 for Kinder/Elementary, 10 for Junior High School and 6 for Senior High School) and oriented before opening of classes which was on June 13, 2016.

Last June 09, 2016, the Division of El Salvador City, spearheaded by the Administrative and Personnel Section conducted the Teacher’s Induction Program (TIP) for the newly hired teachers. Th e activity was organized to prepare the teachers before their deployment to schools. Th e newly hired teachers were oriented about the Vision and Mission of the Department of Education (DepED), its Performance Management System which is the Results-Based Performance Management System (RbPMS), various School Forms required from teachers, Guidelines on Employee Discipline and Various Processes to be observed in the Department. Th ereaft er, they were instructed to attend the Beginning of School Year Meeting scheduled on the following day.

ICT Literacy Workshop for TeachersBy: Sherrie R. Dungog

The Department of Education recognizes the importance of the

appropriate use of Information and Communication Technology in achieving its mandate in providing effi cient and quality education for all. In this endeavor, the Division of El Salvador City was given a budget of P57,100 to conduct ICT Literacy workshop for all Schools ICT Coordinator and equip them in conducting LAC Session within their respective schools. Th e ICT Literacy workshop for teachers was conducted last July 7-8, 2016 at Chali Beach Resort. Th e following topics were discussed:1. Th e four pillars of ICT in DepEd2. Data Governance3. LAC Session4. Activity based ICT Literacy Skills training using Photoshop, Microsoft Offi ce Excel, Google Drive, Google Forms, DepEd E-mail and Microsoft Publisher. Awards and prizes were given for those who were fi rst to fi nish the activities and those who were able to answer the questions. It was a serious yet exciting 2-day workshop as the teachers explore on diff erent applications that can be useful for eff ective and effi cient teaching.

5NEWS

Ca g a y a n de Oro C i t y -

Noong ika-24 ng Mayo taong 2016, inilunsad at ipinakilala ng Pag-ibig Fund CDO branch

ang Electronic Payment and Collection Facilities (EPCF) sa mga dumalong kinatawan ng iba’t ibang ahensya ng gobyerno. Ang EPCF ay isang e-Payment Facility for Employers na itinatag ng PAG-IBIG

San Franz High Celebrates Nutrition Monthby Maristel A. Calapiz

SFDANHS Faculty

The newly-established San Francisco de Asis National High School (SFDANHS), spearheaded by Ms. Chuchie A. Quiring, and supported by the school’s Homeroom Parent-Teacher Associations, joined the DepEd community in the celebration of the Nutrition Month 2016 throughout the whole month of July.

In line with this year’s theme “First 1000 days ni baby pahalagahan para sa malusog na kinabukasan”, Miss Quimberly B. Galagala, the celebration’s coordinator, organized different contests like cooking contests, jingle-making contest, nutri-hat parade, essay writing contest, and the Search for Mr. and Miss Nutrition. These contests were joined by the school’s freshmen students. The winning sections and individuals were awarded during the culminating program held last July 27, 2016. Grade 7 – Section Amity, supported by their class adviser Ms. Maristel A. Calapiz, won the Fruit Salad Making Contest, and the Family Nutri Cooking Contest. Grade 7 – Section Diligence, with the support of their adviser Ms. Marietta G. Oclarit, won the Vegetable Salad Making Contest, and Jingle-Making Contest. The officers of the Homeroom Parent-Teacher Association, and General Parent-Teacher Association were also inducted into office during the said program. The beauty and brains of the freshmen were also tested during the celebration as The Search for Mr. and Ms. Nutrition highlighted the event. Jamaica C. Paz and Reynan S. Roldan outwitted other three pairs as they were crowned Mr. And Ms. Nutrition 2016. The celebration ended with a nutri-feast, and was followed by a zumbathon, led by Mr. Rene Monto, SFDANHS faculty.

sang-ayon sa e-Commerce Act of 2000 (R.A. 8792) at upang mapadali ang pagremit ng kontribusyon ng mga empleyado.. Inanyayahan ang lahat ng ahensya na gamitin na ang EPCF, sang-ayon na din sa PAG-IBIG Fund Circular Bilang 355. Mahigpit ng ipapatupad ng PAG-IBIG ang paggamit ng EPCF sa pagpapadala ng buwanang kontribusyon at pagbabayad ng buwanang utang sa naturang ahensya mula ika-31 ng Hulyo, 2016. Bilang tugon dito, inaanyayahan ang lahat ng manggagawa sa Dibisyong ito na i-update and record sa naturang ahensya. Ang mga punong-guro naman ay inaanyayahan na isumite ang listahan ng PAG-IBIG Membership ID (MID) Number ng lahat ng empleyado sa paaralang saklaw hindi makalipas ang ika-25 ng Hulyo, 2016.

May Pagbabago sa Pag-ibigBy: Junessa C. Gallares

6EDITORIAL

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8PROFESSIONAL ARTICLE

The Necessity of Learning Materials on Linking the Gap for Effective LearningBy: Grace Paculba - LRMDS Coordinator

Learning materials in the K-12 program, specifi cally in Grade 5 and Grade 11 is still insuffi cient. Two mean reasons are attributable

to it. Firstly the Mass training for teachers (MTOT) teaching grade 5 and grade 11 were just implemented and fi nished last summer. Secondly, specifi cation has been given to bidders for the t ext book call but none has met the specifi cation. With this, a DepEd Memo was sent from the central offi ce directing for the In house reproduction and distribution of grade 5 and grade 11 activity sheets learning resources by the Regional and Division offi ce for SY 2016-2017. Th e Bureau of Learning Resource (BLR) provided digital copies of the materials for reproduction. Learning materials are used to guide pupils/students multiple means of representation of concepts and multiple means of engaging concepts. With the implementation of the K-12, the necessity of learning materials support becomes very imminent. With the program we expect the learners to converge and have similar learning outcomes. Th e teachers are being challenged to produce greater similarity in learning outcomes despite great diversity in learner’s population. Th e new program added a bigger workload to education planning, infrastructure and support

materials. Increasing number of learners put pressure to the demand of more classroom and the urgently needed learning materials. Although learning can take place anywhere and in any place, sustained and effi cient learning oft entimes happen when suffi cient and appropriate learning resource materials are provided to the learners. Presently the entire national man power is directed towards the reproduction of learning materials for schools nationwide. Th e endeavour is the direct answer to the lack of learning materials for the grade 5 and grade 11.One of the important concern however is the timely and suffi cient reproduction. In the Division of El Salvador City, reproduction of learning materials is on full and priority scale. Materials in grade 5 and grade 11 levels are already reproduce and already distributed to the diff erent elementary and secondary schools within the Division. Th e task of reproduction is under the direct supervision of LRMDS. Oft en time’s gap in the continuity of reproduction and distribution occur because of the delay in the purchase of the needed supplies and the access and availability of learning resource copies for the Deped. With full reproduction, the Division will ultimately connect the gap of the necessity

Great Agents of Change(by: Analyn G. Fabria)

CHANGE!!!... this is the cry of majority who long for prosperity. Th ere will be more changes as days go by. It is

inevitable and is constant. Th ere are changes happening and being introduced not only in our ways of living but also in schools, in the place where we live and even around the world as we move on to the 21st Century. In our country, the present administration’s call for change has become louder and stronger. Many believed that our country will prosper and shine like a star if we will embrace changes. If we don’t changed, we will not grow and prosper. If we don’t grow, we are not really living. Th e big question is, WHO can be the best agent of change? Th e fact, that the president alone cannot make changes without his helpers. He needs best agents who could help him in his advocacy who can truly help people change from the inside-out. Making change needs infl uential

people as instruments. Th ese people are the TEACHERS! As moulders of young minds, they are the great agents who can change a student’s life. How can a teacher be a great agent of change? It’s not easy to change a student’s life, it takes a great teacher to do so. As the most infl uential role models for developing students, they are responsible not just for academic enrichment but as well as their well-being. Great teacher is an inspiration. Inspiring students is integral in ensuring their success. Students who are inspired by their teachers are motivated to accomplish amazing things. As great agents of change, teachers must be the trusted source of advice in weighing student’s important life decisions. Be modest in anyway because students oft en look to their teachers as mentors with experience and knowledge. Teachers who have the ability to touch the lives of students are indeed the teachers undoubtedly have the ability to change lives. With changed lives, we can change the world!

9PROFESSIONAL ARTICLE

A Glimpse of Hope: A Teacher’s Undying Devotion“Professionalism: It’s not the job you do, it’s how you do the job!” –Anonymous

The professionalism of a person is not just measured with its education, achievements and awards, but is visibly seen through its

determination to handle work with dignity and honesty despite unexpected circumstances and intricate challenges. A teacher’s professionalism can be gauged when she experiences diffi culties but still manages to attain the goals set for the class with enthusiasm, optimism and zeal. Whatever problems that she has in home, a professional teacher can stand and uphold her vows as motivator and agent of change to make a diff erence to the lives of the learners; inspiring the people who have witnessed the undying eff ort and willpower of the teacher through its remarkable deeds in the school and in the community. Mrs. Esterlita L. Jangao, Master Teacher I of Cogon National High School, has showed valor and resiliency as she fought the test of life. She has dedicated almost 30 years of her life as diligent and motherly teacher whom has devoted her time and endeavor to extend knowledge to the young. She was fi rst assigned in Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental despite the fact that she has her residency in Barra, Opol. Th e call for work and professionalism made her decide to leave home to address proximity and to do her job productively. Th ere were times that she couldn’t attend the needs of her only son because she was kilometers away from him. As a mother, nothing is more painful than to feel hopeless when you can’t be there for your child when his sick and lonely; because you can’t leave your children in the class—your students. Despite such, Mrs. Jangao was able to handle pressure with grace as she doubled her eff ort to at least provide for the family and at the same time endowed students with the education they deserve. “Ester, you are positive with stage 2 breast cancer!” Th ese were the hurtful words spoken by a doctor as Mrs. Jangao was informed that her breast should be removed due to a malignant breast tumor. She couldn’t explain what she felt during that time as the doctor’s words became an empirical horror. She wasn’t able to sleep the night aft er she knew her situation and thought that it could be her doom. But the next morning, as she saw her students waiting

for her in the lobby, she was enlightened that God has a bigger purpose for her and no amount of illness could shake her faith. Miraculously, she survived and was cancer free aft er several treatments. At long last aft er eighteen years, Mrs. Jangao was fi nally transferred to Cogon National High School, El Salvador Division where she could spend time with her family. Her joy cannot be contained as she realized that she‘s already near home. But trials have their own way of squeezing every hope we have when her husband had an accident and was paralyzed for a couple of years. Bravely, Mrs. Jangao faced these circumstances with her strong faith with God and still continued to inspire students in spite of heartaches. Her situation at home didn’t aff ect her job and was consistently active in school activities like journalism and reading program. Th e tiring task in the school didn’t bother this great teacher as she still does house chores like painting their own walls and repairing furniture. She is not just an English teacher; she is a master in craft s like cooking and sewing as she exposed these skills in her T.L.E class. Mrs. Jangao’s husband was recovering from stroke and their son was about to fi nish his criminology course. Everything was already on its place; she has her Master Teacher I position and was very contended with her present journey. Just when things run smoothly, alas, Mrs. Jangao underwent another medical procedure in her lungs due to high risk pneumonia. Aft er several tests, a heartbreaking diagnosis was given to her; she has stage 4 lung cancer! A terminal stage! An impeccable horror struck her again… Th ere are times that Mrs. Jangao feels like giving up, but seeing her students long for knowledge gave her hope to go on with life. Despite what she’s carrying, she never loses the fervor to teach her students and to entice her colleagues to sustain the magic in teaching. Her professionalism showed her great passion for education and undying devotion for the young. She is indeed a manifestation of a motherly teacher who endures the battle of life without compromising the standards set for the learners. She is a person who found purpose in her vocation, because as the saying goes “Allow your passion to become your purpose, and it will be one day become your profession”.

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12 FEATURE ARTICLE

Serbisyong TotooBy: Eulita M. Castillo

Courtesy call diri, courtesy call didto.Brgy. sessions attendan para mangamuyo

Ug suporta para sa Alternative Learning System,Programang gadala ug paglaom.

Mapping sa syudad og sa kabukiranPara masuta ang kadaghan

Sa Out of School Youth ug AdultMag-ulan man or sobra kainit.

Sa higayon na kami tugtanMga estudyante pagatipokon.

Ienroll ug patubagon Aron masuta ang kahibalo kung asa taman.

Ibalay na dayon ang tamdananAron ang klase pagasugdan.Maayo kung ang estudyante

Motunga pud permente.

Ang kinabuhi sa boluntaryoDili lalim, apan makagarbo

Kay kita nakatabang sa mga taoNga sa Edukasyon nagatoo.

Narrative Report of the Opening for the Senior High School Students

Hinigdaan National High School

June 13, 2016 is the opening of classes of all public schools for school year 2016-2017. It is also the time were Senior High

School is in its full blast of implementation. Th e Hinigdaan National High School only off ers the Technical Vocational and Livelihood Track for Senior High School students, specifi cally Bread and Pastry, Food and Beverages, Cookery and Carpentry. During the opening of classes the teachers and the GPTA offi cers welcome the Grade 11 students of Hinigdaan National High School. One of the highlights for the fi rst week of the Senior High School is the conduct of SHS Orientation Program for the Grade 11 students held last June 14, 2016. Th e program aims to inform the Grade 11 students about their subjects, subject teachers, the voucher program of the government and what will happen to them if they failed to fi nish their Senior High School within two (2) years. It was also explained to them what is the diff erence between the Senior High School and the Junior High School. It was clarifi ed also that their decisions are very important for their future and choosing a track refl ects their skills, abilities, likes and their personality, but then fi nancial stability also matters. Th e program also showcase the diff erent talents of the Grade 11 students by showing their amazing moves in the dance fl oor and shared a wonderful song for everyone. Everybody enjoyed the activities and very hopeful that they will survive the journey of being a Senior High School student. Th e opening was indeed a memorable and successful event for Hinigdaan National High School Senior High School despite of the insuffi ciency of equipments and learning materials. We can say that we are Senior High School Ready!

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ALS Volunteer TeacherBy: Romel C. Abang

Behind of our every success in Alternative Learning System, there are unpaid, innovative, inspiring, equip, and God fearing volunteer

teacher. Who passionately love to teach those OSY and OSA, which lost their valuable opportunity to learn. These teachers extend and stretch their time for the learners vacancy within a week and most of the learners chose the weekends which supposed to be their time for the family and for the church. Before I became a regular DEPED teacher I’m also one of them, for almost three years of being a volunteer teacher I’ve learned in life, the community and being more than a teacher. It’s not easy to be an ALS volunteer teacher you will sacrifice your time, invest emotion, take the heat of the sun, the drops of the rain and the money of your pocket. They are called a missionary, a friend and a hero to fulfill the dreams of every OSY and OSA Filipinos. El Salvador City has 15 barangay to be served and its barangay there is a volunteer teacher assign to a certain area.

Amoros Eugenie Fay M. ManabatBJMP Dhan Jason B. SaplotHimaya Charisse A. BaculioKalabaylabay Lunara June F. CababarosMolugan Arlyn V. Colicol Krizia Marie Khobuntin Nyssa Macapayag Jessa InticePSB Lizel C. DoriegaSambulawan Cristy D. BombeoSinaloc Cholo B. Buna Joevana Jean J. Valle Amelita D. Mangayan Apple Mae R. JarlataBolisong Lunara June F. CababarosCogon Warry Mae B. QuicaoHinigdaan Jenifer R. NobPoblacion Cristy D. Bombeo Olive Sychelle T. Galgao Jericho M. Mugot Christine Mae B. Abucay Merafe ClarabalQuibonbon Elvie M. LabadanSan Francisco de Asis Ryan S. JonayonTaytay Jeneline Cabaron Maria Luisa C. AkutUlaliman Jeziel A. Macahilos Mary Ann S. Ratunil

ACCREDITATION AND EQUIVALENCY TEST RESULT

By: Romel C. Abang

The Alternative Learning System Accreditation and Equivalency (ALS A&E) Test, formerly known as the Non -Formal Education A&E Test is a paper and pencil test

designed to measure the competencies of those who have neither attended nor finished elementary or secondary education in the formal school system. On June 29, 2016 the Department of Education released the list of passers of the ALS-A&E who took the examination on April 16, 17, 23 and 24, 2016 in the different regions in the Philippines. In the Division of El Salvador City there were 163 learners who took the examination and luckily there are 131 who passed. Over all it is about 80.36 percent in terms of passing percentage. The following are the list of passers.Abaday, Jay JanubasAbang, Marigen NobAbecia, Josue OlorAbejuela, Mark Sheen SabalAbejuela, mark Sheen SabalAbilay, Jerlyn EngbinoAcera, Reneline CardenioAdlaon, Joena Flor QuijanoAgapay, Dailyn BaclayAmilao, Shiena RosoAmilao, Shiena RosoAmora, Donna marren LangalaBaculio, Joenalyn SaburaoBaculio, Manielyn MambaylaBaja, Delfin LabadanBajuyo, Cheryl LabusanBajuyo, Mary Rose MacabetchaBajuyo, Precy Del Rhea ManitasBalacuit, Rovelyn TagayloBarros, Ernie RanidoBarros, Jifford OmpocBarros, Reymark SugoranBetaganso, Rubina MontesaBitara, Guenavier Cassandra PimentelBuenaflor, Sganie DacuyanBuna, Cheryl ArabalaBuna, Rucelle Felden Marie catiilCabucayan, Jesell MadjosCagatin, Emily BulicatinCalvo, Joriel LumianoCanoy, Analiza DensingCanoy, Emelyn DensingCaseres, Honey Rose BunaCastulo, Jonalyn VirtudazoCatiil, Lelet MadrigalCostino, Gerlie LegaspiCostino, John Mark Amen AmenCrystal, Celeste Mae LinsahayDaanoy, Emily RebatoDadang, John Vincent AwitenDagangon, Nikka CapinoDela Cruz, Jhon Rey MagpulongDela Peña, Rey MabaoDiango, Shiela Mae PahisDugaduga, Maria Lou DaugEbajay, Edvon PalasolEdroso, Maria Cesa BanawanFelicilda, Arneil BaybayFlores, Ruthie AristonGalaroza, Jenie NobGeguiera, Jear VallenteGurro, Adonardo GalorioGurro, Adonardo GalorioIgloria, Esterlita LaidIgloria, Jovelyn LaidJamis, Mercy SernadaJugasan, Noemi MoralesKaamiño, Gerwin Padilla

Lacre, Princess SilvastreLagutin, Joan IgloriaLibot, Cesar Jr.NolloraLorono, Rissa Belle BarrosMacarandan, Raymond SalvoMadjos, Manilyn MagpulongMadjos, Rith Rholand AdalidMagallanes, Kier TacmoyMagdale, Rosalie UnsonMagdale, Rosalie UnsonMagriña, Rhepidem MañaMagtrayo, Jane Elen Grace LumahangMaña, Soledad CurambaoMartinez, Marquez ManriqueMicabalo, Christian UnsayMugot, Marisa BongoltoNacaytuna, AlimarNeri, Meryxien GaidNeri, Nelisa SalvadorNimo, Trixia Ann AyudtudObsioma, Mary Cris ConoOco, Alexis Mae DuetesOco, Benson YasolOco, Hanna Mae MagneticoOlango, Genie DaligdigOmongos, Leny ManlangcayanPagas, Mary Ann AzumbradoPalasan, Genebe CabigquezPalle, Jopel San OcoPamisa, Euralyn UbanPeligrino, Reymart SuraltaPerez, Cynthia BahianPurol, Rusty Angelo MuegoQuilab, Jonavie RoxasQuitos, Joseph PeñaredondoRoso, Violeta CupasRota, Novelyn HemenezSabagkit, Sahara JaraulaSabo, Renjan NeriSabo, Rowena NeriSaburao, Verlita LaurelSaguing, renalyn CatianSaliring, Janeth TacboboSalvador, Sarah Mae ClarinSamson, Philip James EspanolaSarence, Leonilo AtesTacbobo, Reynante Anga-onTagadiad, Almira Jane MeresTariao, Jayson LacostalesTinoy, Merie DaayataTorreon, Gabby DadangTrani, Marlo CascabelTumaob, Mary Grace VillcoraUban, Cheryll JaudianUnson, Ivy GaidVeral, LeslieYtem, Aldren Orevillo

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Sarangani Division from June 1, 2008 – Oct. 17, 2012. Th e following day, on Oct. 18, 2012, he was appointed Offi cer-in-charge, Regional Director, DepED Region X, which he served until Aug. 27, 2013.

His apprenticeship experience as OIC, Regional Director of DepED in Region X was short-lived. However, it was resumed in his original place of love, Region XII, where he served the internship as Regional Director on Aug. 28, 2013 to Dec. 3, 2014. Th e following day, he was no longer serving as support person, but then the chief offi cer, when he was appointed Regional Director of DepEd, Region XII, Central Mindanao, until Jan. 9, 2016. His new found love, Northern Mindanao, Region X, must have been so enticing and captivating, that his world does not revolve around his Hiligaynon kababayans in the Central Mindanao area only because on Jan. 10, this year, he was transferred back to take the leadership of our Region up to the present.

Because of the early retirement of our former Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Cora T. Asa, our keynote speaker holds the position of being our Concurrent Schools Division Superintendent of El Salvador City Division.

Our keynote speaker spent his early childhood education in Panay Elementary School, Sto. Niño, South Cotabato in 1976-1981; his secondary years at Notre Dame of Sto. Niño, South Cotabato in 1981-1985; and his college life at Notre Dame of Marbel University, Koronadal City, taking up Bachelor of Philosophy in 1985-1989. We learn that he took

up this course when he was a seminarian intending to proceed to the priesthood. But becoming a priest may not really be his calling. With this change of life’s direction, his love for teaching was again so inviting that he proceeded, instead, to take up master’s degree at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University in 1992-1996 where he fi nished Master of Arts in Education major in Guidance and Counseling. Th at is why, if you can spend time with him, you will really discover that you are already immersed with his amazing and though-provoking insights, wonderfully spoken wisdom which you can make use of in your journey through life. His desire to learn more and his passion for education did not stop. He fi nished Bachelor of Laws at Mindanao State University, Marawi City, from 1997-2001. And while working as Administrative Offi cer at DepED, GenSan City Division, Region XII, he studied doctoral program at

was appointed Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, DepED Region XII, South Cotabato Division from May 3, 2006 to April 16, 2008; Schools Division Superintendent, OIC ARD, DepED, Sarangani Division from April 17, 2008 to May 31, 2011; Schools Division Superintendent, DepED,

Sarangani Division from June 1, 2008 – Oct. 17, 2012. Th e following day, on Oct. 18, 2012, he was appointed Offi cer-in-charge, Regional Director, DepED Region X, which he served until Aug. 27, 2013. His apprenticeship experience as OIC, Regional Director of DepED in Region X was short-lived. However, it was resumed in his original place of love, Region XII, where he served the internship as Regional Director on Aug. 28, 2013 to Dec. 3, 2014. Th e following day, he was no longer serving as support person, but then the chief offi cer, when he was appointed Regional Director of DepEd, Region XII, Central Mindanao, until Jan. 9, 2016. His new found love, Northern Mindanao, Region X, must have been so enticing and captivating, that his world does not revolve around his Hiligaynon kababayans in the Central Mindanao area only because on Jan. 10, this year, he was transferred back to take the leadership of our Region up to the present.Because of the early retirement of our former Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Cora T. Asa, our keynote speaker holds the position of being our Concurrent Schools Division Superintendent of El Salvador City Division.Our keynote speaker spent his early childhood education in Panay Elementary School, Sto. Niño, South Cotabato in 1976-1981; his secondary years at Notre Dame of Sto. Niño, South Cotabato in 1981-1985; and his college life at Notre Dame of Marbel University, Koronadal City, taking up Bachelor of Philosophy in 1985-1989. We learn that he took

up this course when he was a seminarian intending to proceed to the priesthood. But becoming a priest may not really be his calling. With this change of life’s direction, his love for teaching was again so inviting that he proceeded, instead, to take up master’s degree at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University in 1992-1996 where he fi nished Master of Arts in Education major in Guidance and Counseling. Th at is why, if you can spend time with him, you will really discover that you are already immersed with his amazing and though-provoking insights, wonderfully spoken wisdom which you can make use of in your journey through life. His desire to learn more and his passion for education did not stop. He fi nished Bachelor of Laws at Mindanao State University, Marawi City, from 1997-2001. And while working as Administrative Offi cer at DepED, GenSan City Division, Region XII, he studied doctoral program at

Sultan Kuradat State University, Tacurong City where he fi nally obtained the highest degree in educational journey, as Doctor of Philosophy major in Institutional Development and Management in Oct., 2004. Our keynote speaker is a Career Service Professional, a licensed teacher having passed the Philippine Board Examination for Teachers, passed the Educational Management Test, and most specially, a board passer of the Career Executive Service Offi cer V. He is very much active and much involved in corporal works of mercy. His personal data cites that he is a member of the Regional Development Council in Northern Mindanao Region since Oct. 15, 2012 up to the present. Other civic involvements that he can be counted upon include the Toastmaster International since Jan. 1, 2010, Regional Social Development Committee since Oct. 15, 2012, National Youth Commission since April 28, 2008, and active member of the Rotary Club of Koronadal since Aug. 1, 2008. All these key positions and membership he still holds up to the present day. Ladies and gentlemen, school paper advisers, campus journalists, guests, and visitors, let me proudly inform you that our keynote speaker was not only recognized outstanding public servant when he was Awarded Outstanding Municipal Councilor, but also an outstanding extemporaneous speaker and wonderful conversationalist when he was awarded International Speech Champion by the Toastmasters International in April, 2010. And to top it all, in the fi eld of campus journalism, we are not mistaken in choosing him our keynote speaker, not only that he is our overall manager, but more fi ttingly, his rightful connection and involvement in our activity today. I say fi tting, appropriate and the right choice, because he was even an awardee in campus journalism when he was recognized as Outstanding School Paper Adviser of the Philippines in 1995. My dear brothers and sisters in the world of writing and speaking of our spoken languages, please help me welcome with a very warm welcome and with a thunderous round of applause, our very own Concurrent Schools Division Superintendent of El Salvador City Division and our incumbent Regional Director, DepED Region X, RD ALLAN GABRIEL FARNAZO.