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Author: Florendo Guevara

BARMM’s REC In Action

Posted on by Florendo Guevara

Finally, the regional education councils in BARMM broke through and refreshed expectations about where the future of its education mission is heading.

Its Regional Education Council or REC, fueled by renewed vitality, optimism and forward-looking outlook and instilled with the spirit of Synergeia’s belief in BARMM’s capacity for change, proved its significance and critical role in shaping and nurturing the education and learning capabilities of its young students, particularly in boosting reading performance.

The agenda of the RECs was rich and powered by 56 attendees of strong governance backgrounds which resulted in an open and engaging discussion of insights, perspectives and actions on its uptake of pressing education issues and challenges besetting its education plan and programs.

These attendees included,

  • DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian (Former Synergeia Mayor/Education Champion);
  • DILG Director Richard Villacorte, Support to Local Governance Development (SLGP);
  • Former Mayor Oscar Moreno
  • 3 BARMM Members of Parliament and 1 Vice Governor; and
  • 24 Mayors and Vice Mayors from Central Mindanao, Lanao del Sur and Sulu.

Clearly, the REC as a potent mechanism for change and transformation in education cannot be overlooked. The sharing of experiences, including that of Valenzuela City in the effective implementation of its reading program and the success of the Proof of Concept initiative in the Province of Iloilo, triggered a collective buy-in of how BARMM, through the REC, can scale-up its education innovations and ultimately follow the path of these model local communities.

Teachers’ Day Celebration in Pototan: When Teachers Lead, Learners Rise

Posted on by Florendo Guevara

In Pototan, Iloilo, Synergeia joined Mayor Lazaro, school heads, teachers, parents, and barangay leaders to honor the tireless work of educators on Teachers’ Day. The celebration spotlighted a recent Proof of Concept (POC) in Iloilo, born from Edcom 2’s call for innovation and accountability. What began as a reading experiment evolved into a powerful demonstration of how empowered teachers and committed school heads can transform learning outcomes. Synergeia’s technology enabled local governments to track reading proficiency, allocate resources wisely, and respond with empathy and precision to the real needs of learners.

The heart of the POC was a simple but profound story: teachers from towns like Lemery and Guimbal came together with one goal—help children become confident readers. With focused training, collaborative planning, and formative assessment tools, these educators created classrooms filled with laughter, curiosity, and growth. The results weren’t instant magic—they were the product of sustained teamwork, reflection, and trust. When teachers were given space to lead, learners flourished.

The POC revealed four key practices that drove success: collaborative lesson planning through Learning Action Cells, short-cycle planning focused on learning goals, formative assessments to guide instruction, and data-driven evaluation led by school heads. These practices turned classrooms into hubs of innovation and care. As we celebrate Teachers’ Day, we call on Pototan schools to build on this momentum—by investing in teacher empowerment, establishing regular team meetings, tracking reading growth, and inviting parents into the learning journey. Thank you, teachers and school heads, for turning vision into practice. Let’s keep building, together. ????

Abat Elementary School Unites Stakeholders to Light the Torch of Literacy and Numeracy

Posted on by Florendo Guevara

Abat Elementary School gathered the entire community in a powerful show of unity during the 2025 Stakeholders’ Convergence and Barangay Education Summit held on September 26, 2025, at the Barangay Abat Gymnasium in Mina, Iloilo.
With the theme “One Dream, One Team: Lighting the Torch of Literacy and Numeracy for Every Learner’s Gleam,” the summit celebrated collaboration and shared responsibility for children’s learning.

The event became a meaningful platform to launch the Municipal Education and Development Plan, as well as key initiatives such as CREED (Community Reading Engagement for Enhanced Development), Kasimaryo Ko, Tudluan Ko, and ARAL (Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning). These programs aim to strengthen reading and numeracy interventions for every learner in the community.

The summit brought together barangay and SK officials, PTA officers, teachers, members of the School Governance Council, and Sangguniang Bayan officials, who all pledged their commitment to help improve learning outcomes. Hon. Rey P. Grabato, Municipal Mayor of Mina, also delivered an inspiring message of support, emphasizing that “education is the most important investment a community can make for its future.”

Participants shared insights on education challenges and solutions.

  • Mr. Benedicto B. Viscaya, Jr., Head Teacher III, presented the results of the school’s literacy and numeracy assessments.
  • Mrs. Jubel Locsin discussed the learning performance of Abat learners enrolled in Mina National High School.
  • Hon. Luda Ahumada, SB Chair on Education, introduced the Municipal Education Development Plan, while Mrs. Ana Bella Bando spoke on “Correcting What Went Wrong: Literacy and Numeracy Solutions at Work.”
  • Mr. Cezar Ian Solivio, from the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office, highlighted the vital role of parents through “Hone at Home: Parents’ Role in Education.”
  • Mrs. Angeline Sibag and Dr. Bimbo Casquite shared strategies for community collaboration and presented updates on the ARAL and CREED programs.

By the end of the summit, participants expressed renewed enthusiasm and ownership of their shared goal—to ensure that every child in Abat can read, write, and count with confidence. The event strengthened the spirit of bayanihan in education and demonstrated how collaboration among schools, families, and local governments can make learning truly a community mission.

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