DepEd RXII SDO Kidapawan City

SDS Miguel P. Fillalan Jr. received the donation of 22 cans of 4L paints to the Schools Division from Tagum Cooperative - Kidapawan Branch.

This is a part of their support to the conduct of the annual Brigada Eskwela which aims to prepare the schools for the opening of the incoming school year.

SDO Kidapawan City Kicks Off Division Training on the Revised Grades 6, 9, and 10 Curriculum
By: Ricky B. Pante, EdD, EPS

Kidapawan City— The Schools Division (SDO) of Kidapawan City officially commenced the Division Training of Teachers on the Revised Grades 6, 9, and 10 Curriculum through an opening program held today at Kidapawan City National High School.
The four-day activity, held from May 28 to 31, 2026, brings together hundreds of educators from both public and private schools in preparation for implementing the Revised K to 10 Curriculum for School Year 2026–2027.

The conduct of the training is anchored on DM-OULS-2026-082 titled “Conduct of the Training on the Revised Grades 6, 9, and 10 Curriculum,” which aims to equip teachers with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to effectively implement the revised curriculum standards and instructional approaches in their respective classrooms.

As the Department of Education continues to strengthen the delivery of quality basic education through the implementation of the said Revised Curriculum, the said initiative seeks to streamline learning competencies, focus on foundational skills, and provide learners with meaningful and developmentally appropriate educational experiences.

A total of 770 teaching personnel from public schools and 87 teaching personnel from private schools are participating in the division-wide training. The participation of private school teachers was formalized through Division Memorandum No. 100, CID-2026, titled “Participation of Private Schools in the Division Training of Teachers on the Revised Grades 6, 9, and 10 Curriculum.” Supporting the implementation of the activity are 65 learning facilitators who will guide participants throughout the series of learning sessions, workshops, and collaborative engagements.

The opening program highlighted the importance of teacher preparedness in the successful implementation of the Revised K to 10 Curriculum. Atty. Janice P. Caraballe, CPA, MBA (OIC-Schools Division Superintendent), emphasized that teachers serve as the frontliners of curriculum reform and play a critical role in shaping learners who are academically competent, resilient, and future-ready.

Throughout the training, participants will engage in lectures, collaborative workshops, demonstration teaching, and reflective discussions designed to deepen their understanding of the curriculum’s key revisions, as the sessions will focus on the restructured learning competencies, contextualized and inclusive teaching strategies, differentiated instruction, instructional planning, and standards-based assessment practices aligned with the revised curriculum framework.

As the training progresses over the next three days, participating teachers are expected to emerge better equipped to implement innovative and learner-centered educational practices that align with the goals of the Revised K to 10 Curriculum and the broader vision of educational transformation in the Philippines.

Schools receive continuous monitoring and technical assistance for Summer Remediation Program Implementation

In line with the DepEd's commitment to strengthen foundational literacy and advance learning recovery initiatives, continuous monitoring and technical assistance activities were conducted in selected schools implementing the ARAL Program, School Intervention Activities, and the Tara, Basa Techno Transfer! Programs on May 21, 2026.

During the school visits, monitoring team led by CID Chief Ronela S. Molina, EdD, along with District Supervisors and Education Program Supervisors, reviewed implementation records, observed learning sessions, and conducted technical assistance dialogues with school heads, teachers, and volunteer tutors.

The technical assistance provision focused on learner participation, delivery of intervention activities, utilization of learning resources, and effective strategies to improve learners’ reading and numeracy skills. Schools likewise shared best practices and innovations that contributed to increased learner engagement and stronger community participation.

Through regular coaching, and timely interventions, the Curriculum Implementation Division team continues to promote continuous improvement initiatives geared toward enhancing learner outcomes and ensuring that every learner receives meaningful and responsive educational support.

The activity also highlighted the dedication and collaborative efforts of teachers, volunteers, school leaders, and stakeholders in ensuring the successful implementation of the programs despite existing challenges. Recommendations and action points were identified to further enhance program delivery, monitoring mechanisms, and sustainability efforts.

As a way forward, schools were encouraged to continuously strengthen reading intervention strategies, improve monitoring and documentation practices, maximize stakeholder engagement, and sustain collaborative partnerships in support of struggling learners. Continuous coaching, regular progress monitoring, and the sharing of best practices will likewise be intensified to ensure the effective implementation of the ARAL and Tara, Basa! Programs.

Schools visited for today included Bangsa Moro Elementary School, Isidoro Lonzaga Memorial Elementary School, Marciano Mancera Memorial Elementary School, Sayaban ES, Mua-an IS, Cayetano Javier MES, and Gulanay Maangue MES.

Text: G. Patenio

SDO Kidapawan, USM forge partnership to strengthen Farm School Education

In a significant move to advance agricultural education and strengthen food security initiatives in schools, the Schools Division of Kidapawan City and the University of Southern Mindanao–College of Agriculture (USM-CA) held a productive partnership meeting on May 15, 2026, aimed at providing technical and technological support to four secondary schools set to implement Farm School Programs this coming opening of classes.

Led by Schools Division Superintendent Miguel P. Filallan Jr., CESO V, the engagement highlighted the readiness and development plans of Amas National High School, Binoligan Integrated School, Gayola National High School, and Ginatilan National High School, which are preparing to offer specialized agricultural education beginning June 2026. During the meeting, SDS Filallan emphasized that the initiative is anchored on the Division’s long-standing agricultural and sustainability programs such as Gulayan sa Paaralan, agricultural components under TLE/TVL, and the “Pommowanan sa Kidapawan Project,” which previously enabled SDO Kidapawan to receive support projects worth Php500,000 from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), including the Itik Pinas and ZamPen Chicken projects implemented at Balabag Elementary School.

Meanwhile, Curriculum Implementation Division Chief Dr. Ronela S. Molina explained that while awaiting the formal approval of the farm school conversion from the Regional Office, the identified schools may already integrate agricultural components in the Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) specialization of incoming Grade 7 learners. Among the proposed specializations are agricultural crop production, livestock production, aquaculture, and fruit tree growing.

Representing USM-College of Agriculture, Dr. Lorelyn Joy N. Turnos and Dr. Mark Al-jamie J. Muttulani assured the Division of the university’s continued technical assistance and knowledge-sharing support to ensure the sustainability of the program. Aside from the identified agricultural tracks, USM-CA also expressed its willingness to introduce innovative technologies and practices such as mushroom production, vermicomposting, hydroponics, microgreens production, vertical and urban gardening, and wine making. The university likewise committed to extending assistance in research, extension, and development initiatives for both teachers and learners.

Further strengthening the initiative, SDS Filallan shared that the City Government of Kidapawan has allocated Php1 million in support of the establishment and operationalization of the farm school programs in the identified schools. He underscored that the partnership reflects a collective commitment to provide learners with accessible, relevant, and liberating education that responds to the needs of the community while instilling among the youth the value, dignity, and importance of agriculture in nation-building and sustainable food production.

With the collaboration between SDO Kidapawan, USM-CA, and the local government, the Division continues to pave the way for a more responsive educational landscape that nurtures future agriculturists and empowers learners to become active contributors to food security and rural development.

Text and Photos: Glady E. Pagunsan, EdD