Category: Education
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Iloilo Holds Levelling Session With LGU Mayors On BES Basa Program
The Iloilo Province recently conducted a levelling session with mayors from six local government units (LGUs) to discuss the BES Basa Program, a key initiative under the Bulig Eskwela sang Probinsya (BES PROBINS) Program. The BES Basa Program is designed to develop a standardized instructional system, providing extensive training and creating instructional materials to improve…
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New School Infrastructure Projects In Alimodian Inaugurated
Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. visited three public schools in Alimodian, Iloilo, to inaugurate new infrastructure projects funded by the Iloilo Provincial Government through the Provincial School Board. The projects included a one-storey, two-classroom building at Amaquin Memorial Elementary School, a one-storey, one-classroom building at Gines Elementary School, and a new school stage at Felimon Alfeche…
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Governor Defensor To Endorse TESDA Sa Barangay For Local Workforce Development
Top officials from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA Region VI) recently met with Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. to present the TESDA Sa Barangay program and seek his support for its implementation across local government units (LGUs) in the province. The TESDA sa Barangay program is designed to bring technical education and skills…
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DepEd Iloilo, EDCORE Finalize “BES Basa” Training For Reading Teachers
Technical experts from the Department of Education Division of Iloilo, together with members of the Education Core (EDCORE) Team of the Province of Iloilo, convened to finalize plans for a 2-day “BES Basa” Training of Trainers. This initiative, focused on enhancing beginning reading skills for grades 1-3 teachers, is a key component of the Bulig…
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Youth Summit
Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. graced the Youth Summit organized by the Provincial Youth Development Office under the Provincial Population Office (PPO) and the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Provincial Federation as part of the Linggo ng Kabataan celebration. Among the attendees were SK officials, Local Youth Development Officers, youth leaders and other stakeholders. Board Member Esara Aldeguer…
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Iloilo Inks Partnerships With Academe For Research, Development And Innovations
The Iloilo Provincial Government signed memoranda of agreement with various state universities and colleges (SUCs) and higher education institutions (HEIs) in the city and province to advance research, development, and innovation, and ultimately drive socio-economic growth in Iloilo. The nine partner academic institutions include the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV), University of San Agustin…
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P10.8M For New Classrooms In Zarraga
Boosting the educational infrastructure of Zarraga, Iloilo, Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. handed over a check worth P10.8 million to Mayor Ma. Jofel M. Soldevilla for the construction of a new five-story classroom building at Zarraga Central Elementary School. Mayor Soldevilla expressed her gratitude for the provincial government’s support, highlighting that the new classrooms will significantly…
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Iloilo Towns Roll-Out Devolution Of Basic Education To Improve Reading Proficiency
The municipalities of Cabatuan, Guimbal, and Igbaras have launched their district roll-out of devolution on basic education, marking a significant step in the Iloilo Province’s commitment to improving the reading proficiency of young learners. This event, which focuses on enhancing the skills of primary school teachers, is part of the broader efforts to ensure that…
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Iloilo Gets P14.5M From DOLE For GIP, TUPAD
The Iloilo Provincial Government has secured significant financial support from the Department of Labor and Employment Region 6 (DOLE 6), aimed at alleviating poverty and creating employment opportunities for Ilonggos. During the Capitol Flag-Raising ceremony held today, DOLE 6 Regional Director Atty. Sixto Rodriguez, along with Provincial Director Amy Judicpa, handed over a total of…
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Meet Our Boy And Girl Officials 2024
Exceptional Ilonggo young leaders from across the province assume the roles of Boy and Girl Officials during this year’s Linggo ng Kabataan celebration. Running from August 12 to 14, 2024, this event offers a unique opportunity for these promising youth to immerse themselves in the responsibilities and functions of Iloilo’s Provincial elected officials. Throughout the…