26 10 713 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo named finalist for PH’s most business-friendly province award By Ime Sornito -Saturday, September 21, 2024 DEFENSOR DEFENSOR ILOILO – This province has been selected as one of the top five finalists for the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Award, an honor bestowed by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. is scheduled to present the province’s initiatives and best practices that promote a business-friendly environment at the PCCI Office in Taguig City on September 23. These efforts are part of the province’s bid to showcase how the local government facilitates economic growth and supports the business sector. During his presentation, Governor Defensor will utilize a five-minute audiovisual presentation to highlight Iloilo’s achievements based on key performance indicators and award criteria set by the PCCI. The award criteria focus on significant local government efforts in four main areas: fast-tracking sustainable local economic development, ease of doing business, investment promotion, and enhancing sectoral competitiveness. For instance, efforts under sustainable economic development may involve collaborative strategies with businesses and civil society to improve economic conditions, raise incomes, and enhance environmental sustainability. The ease of doing business category includes initiatives that streamline administrative processes for securing permits and licenses, implement technological innovations, and enforce zero-contact policies to minimize corruption risks. For investment promotion, the criteria look at how local policies, trade programs, and infrastructural upgrades contribute to attracting investments and maintaining peace and order. Enhancing sectoral competitiveness involves supporting specific industries through development roadmaps, value chain enhancement, market assistance, and technology promotion. This recognition is part of PCCI’s ongoing efforts to highlight LGUs that excel in governance reforms, which foster trade and investment, transparency, accountability, and efficient business services. These efforts contribute to inclusive, sustainable growth and expedite local economic development. The winner will be announced during the award ceremony at the 50th Philippine Business Conference on October 23, 2024, under this year’s theme, “Embracing Innovation. Empowering Business. Enriching Lives.” The campaign underscores the importance of innovation and public-private partnerships in achieving sustainable business practices and competitiveness./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, September 21-22). Iloilo named finalist for PH’s most business-friendly province award. Panay News, 2&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo named finalist for PH’s most business-friendly province award Description An account of the resource ILOILO – This province has been selected as one of the top five finalists for the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Award, an honor bestowed by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-named-finalist-for-phs-most-business-friendly-province-award/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 21-22, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Business enterprises Awards Iloilo Provincial Government https://www.iloiloelibrary.com/files/original/7ba5f3fd4566b874a093f999d2a06d0a.pdf a36cc6f4d4a8d315f1a3a310f64782b6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo: Features Description An account of the resource Includes features about Iloilo in magazines, books, and other publications Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Labing-isang siklab ng kalayaan: Pambansang pakikibaka para sa kasarinlan pagdiriwang ng unang republika sa Asya [brochure] Eleven sparks of freedom: A national struggle for liberty, celebrating the first republic in Asia Subject The topic of the resource Independence Day (Philippines) Description An account of the resource Features the float designs of the municipalities, provinces, and organizations that joined the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence celebrated in Metro Manila where Iloilo was one of the participating provinces Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2024 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Brochure Language A language of the resource Tagalog Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document The Cinemalaya 2024 Best Film winner Tumandok will have special screenings in Iloilo City on September 19 at Robinsons Jaro Cinema 5, with showings at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The event, announced by Dakila Iloilo, will include a talkback session for film enthusiasts and students, offering insight into the film’s production and challenges. Cast members from the Ati community in Sitio Kabarangkalan, Barotac Viejo, along with the crew and producers, will be present. Early bird tickets are available for P250 until September 16, with regular tickets priced at P300 from September 17 to 19. Payments can be made via BPI or GCash. Co-presented by the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Cinemalaya Foundation, Tumandok tells the story of a young chieftain’s daughter leading her people in defending their ancestral land. The film features non-professional actors from the Ati community, led by Jenaica Sangher and Felipe Ganancial. Proceeds from the screenings will help support the Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT) application for Sitio Kabarangkalan. The film will also be shown at Cinematheque Center Iloilo on September 21 and in several universities across the city. In addition to Best Film, Tumandok won the NETPAC award, Best Original Score, Best Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actor for Ganancial. Citation Citation of the article Oladive, M.A. (2024 September 18)Cinemalaya 2024 Best Film ‘Tumandok’ screens in Iloilo. Daily Guardian. 1-11 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Cinemalaya 2024 Best Film ‘Tumandok’ screens in Iloilo Description An account of the resource The Cinemalaya 2024 Best Film winner Tumandok will have special screenings in Iloilo City on September 19 at Robinsons Jaro Cinema 5, with showings at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Oladive, Mariela Angella Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://dailyguardian.com.ph/cinemalaya-2024-best-film-tumandok-screens-in-iloilo/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daily Guardian</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Daily Guardian Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 19, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Indigenous films Aeta (Philippine people) Cinemalaya Ilonggo films Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region VI has enforced a price freeze on basic necessities in 44 local government units (LGUs) in Iloilo following the declaration of a state of calamity due to a dengue outbreak. The price freeze, which began on Aug. 20, 2024, covers both Iloilo City and the province’s 42 municipalities, including Passi City. The freeze, effective until Oct. 19, 2024, is part of the government’s efforts to protect consumers from price hikes during emergencies. Under the Price Act (Republic Act No. 7581), prices of essential goods such as canned fish, processed milk, detergent, bread, and bottled water are frozen at their prevailing rates for 60 days when an area is declared under a state of calamity. “DTI conducts daily monitoring of retailers to ensure that prices of basic necessities adhere to the price freeze,” said Grace Benedicto, Consumer Protection Division Chief at DTI Region VI. The DTI is working closely with local government units (LGUs) to ensure compliance. According to Rachel Nufable, DTI Region VI Director, the agency’s provincial offices and the Consumer Protection Division are monitoring retailers regularly to safeguard consumers. Retailers found violating the price freeze may face legal penalties, including imprisonment of one to ten years or fines as determined by the court. The public is urged to report any violations to DTI Regional Office VI or their nearest DTI Provincial Office. Citation Citation of the article DTI imposes price freeze in 44. (2024 September 20). Daily Guardian, 6. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource DTI imposes price freeze in 44 Iloilo LGUs amid dengue outbreak Description An account of the resource The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region VI has enforced a price freeze on basic necessities in 44 local government units (LGUs) in Iloilo following the declaration of a state of calamity due to a dengue outbreak. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo Province and Iloilo City have advanced to the final round of the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Awards, organized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). The Iloilo Provincial Government and the Iloilo City Mayor’s Office announced their inclusion in the finals on September 18. The awards recognize local government units that have demonstrated exceptional efforts in promoting trade, investment, transparency, and accountability, contributing to inclusive and sustainable economic growth. This recognition is part of PCCI’s annual search, which evaluates LGUs based on four key criteria: fast-tracking sustainable local economic development, ease of doing business, investment promotion, and enhancing sectoral competitiveness. Iloilo Province is one of only five provinces, out of 82 nationwide, to reach the finals in the Province Level Category. Meanwhile, Iloilo City, which was named the Most Business-Friendly City in 2023, is once again a contender under the City Level 1B Category (Highly Urbanized Cities outside NCR). Both the province and the city will present their cases during the final judging on September 23 at Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. The final evaluation will focus on innovative practices and governance reforms aimed at improving the business environment and fostering partnerships with the private sector. According to the PCCI’s guidelines and criteria, as outlined in a May 31 memorandum from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), the assessment includes initiatives such as streamlining business permits, utilizing technological innovations, and adopting policies that enhance investment promotion. The winners of the 2024 Most Business-Friendly LGU Awards will be announced later this year. Citation Citation of the article Oladive, M.A. (2024 September 20). Iloilo Province, City finalists for 2024 Most Business-Friendly LGU Awards. Daily Guardian, 6. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo Province, City finalists for 2024 Most Business-Friendly LGU Awards Description An account of the resource Iloilo Province and Iloilo City have advanced to the final round of the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Awards, organized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Oladive, Mariela Angella Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://dailyguardian.com.ph/iloilo-province-city-finalists-for-2024-most-business-friendly-lgu-awards/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daily Guardian</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Daily Guardian Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 20, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Awards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document PBBM to distribute e-titles, ambulances in Passi today By Ime Sornito -Thursday, September 19, 2024 MARCOS. PCO Photo MARCOS. PCO Photo ILOILO – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is visiting Passi City today to lead two events aimed at supporting local communities and agrarian reform beneficiaries. The President will turn over 52 patient transport vehicles (PTVs) to various local government units (LGUs). Facilitated by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), the turnover will take place at Plaza Paloma. Joining President Marcos for this event will be PCSO general manager Melquiades Robles, Presidential Communications Office (PCO) secretary Cesar Chavez, and other governmental dignitaries from Panay Island. Following the vehicle distribution, President Marcos will proceed to the City of Passi Arena for the much-anticipated distribution of electronic land titles (e-titles) to Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) across Panay Island. This event will see the participation of Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) secretary Conrado Estrella III, PCO secretary Chavez, Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr., and other officials from the local government of Passi City and surrounding LGUs. DAR undersecretary Jesry Palmares said President Marcos will be handing over long-awaited land titles, some delayed for up to 30 years, to ARBs particularly from the province of Iloilo. “These long-awaited titles, which have been pending for decades, will now be awarded to farmers, ensuring they finally own the lands they have cultivated,” Palmares explained. A total of 2,588 e-titles will be distributed, covering a land area of 2,643 hectares across the island. Palmares advised recipients to safeguard these e-titles as they provide proof of land ownership that can be passed down to future generations. “It is crucial that these titles are preserved and not sold, as they represent secure land ownership for these families,” he added./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, September 19). PBBM to distribute e-titles, ambulances in Passi today. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource PBBM to distribute e-titles, ambulances in Passi today Description An account of the resource ILOILO – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is visiting Passi City today to lead two events aimed at supporting local communities and agrarian reform beneficiaries. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document ILOILO – A “David versus Goliath” battle for congressman of the 4th District looms in the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections Retired Police Major Charlie Sustento Jr. of Passi City has formally declared his candidacy. He is challenging reelectionist Cong. Ferjenel Biron of Barotac Nuevo town. Sustento is in ongoing negotiations with an undisclosed political party for his candidacy. Biron, on the other hand, belongs to the Nacionalista Party. Drawing parallels to the biblical story of David and Goliath, Sustento expressed his confidence in overcoming the odds. “I believe that with God, nothing is impossible,” he told Panay News. Biron, a physician and wealthy businessman, served as 4th District congressman twice previously – from 2004 to 2013 and from 2016 to 2019 before securing his third and current term that started in 2022. The district was represented in Congress by Biron’s brother Hernan from 2013 to 2016, and by his son Braeden John from 2019 to 2022. Sustento, who comes from humble beginnings, attributes his decision to run to “widespread disenchantment” among the residents of the district over what he termed as “cheap politics”. The people of the district, he added, desire for fresh leadership and visible pre-election engagement from their elected officials. The 4th District is lagging behind in terms of health services, infrastructure, and eco-tourism development compared to other districts, according to Sustento. He highlighted the public’s yearning for a leader who remains active throughout their tenure, not just around election times, and who can initiate more development projects. Despite being a first-time contender against Biron, Sustento is confident about his candidacy, positioning himself as a genuine public servant with over 20 years of experience as a police officer. He has also endorsed candidates for mayor in several 4th District towns, including former mayor Mamerto Pelopero for Dueñas and Sangguniang Bayan member Atty. Precious Grace Panizales for San Enrique. Incumbent mayors Stephen Palmares of Passi City and Peter Paul Gonzales of Banate are also supported by Sustento. The list of Sustento’s candidates in other towns is still being finalized, but he assured that there would be contenders against Biron’s mayoralty candidates./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, September 18). ‘David versus Goliath’ battle looms in Iloilo’s 4th District congressional race. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource ‘David versus Goliath’ battle looms in Iloilo’s 4th District congressional race Description An account of the resource ILOILO – A “David versus Goliath” battle for congressman of the 4th District looms in the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/david-versus-goliath-battle-looms-in-iloilos-4th-district-congressional-race/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 18, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Local elections 4th District (Iloilo Province) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document No teacher-subject mismatch in Iloilo public schools – DepEd By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, September 17, 2024 SERVILLON SERVILLON ILOILO – The Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division of Iloilo insists that it does not practice teacher-subject mismatch, ensuring adherence to the hiring process for public school teachers. This clarification comes from Schools Division Superintendent Ernesto Servillon Jr., following inquiries prompted by national reports indicating a significant mismatch across the country. According to these reports, over 62 percent of high school teachers in public schools nationwide are assigned to teach subjects they did not major in due to budget constraints limiting specialized hiring. However, Servillon highlighted that, under his leadership, the local division strictly matches teacher hires to the specific learning needs of schools. “When we hire, we prioritize the learning needs of our schools and learners,” Servillon explained. For instance, if a school requires a math teacher, the recruitment focuses first within the local barangay, then expands to the municipal and, if necessary, the provincial level to ensure a suitable candidate is found. Servillon added that the primary criteria for hiring secondary school teachers involve addressing the school’s specific learning area needs and prioritizing local candidates. This approach minimizes the risk of mismatches that could hinder both teaching and learning processes, he stressed. Addressing a concern about subject mismatches, Servillon acknowledged rare, isolated cases where, for example, a math teacher might temporarily cover an English class due to unforeseen circumstances like absenteeism. However, these instances are strictly temporary, ensuring that learning continues uninterrupted, Servillon clarified. This stance comes amid broader national concerns about teacher qualifications, particularly in science. Data from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) revealed significant training gaps, with over half of all science teachers lacking formal training in the subject. This matter raises alarms about the preparedness of students for international assessments like the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) scheduled for 2025. Despite these challenges, DepEd at the division level is tasked with refining hiring practices to better align teacher qualifications with subject needs, a necessary step toward addressing the educational demands of today’s learners./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, September 17). No teacher-subject mismatch in Iloilo public schools - DepEd. Panay News, 2&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource No teacher-subject mismatch in Iloilo public schools – DepEd Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division of Iloilo insists that it does not practice teacher-subject mismatch, ensuring adherence to the hiring process for public school teachers. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/no-teacher-subject-mismatch-in-iloilo-public-schools-deped/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 17, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Teachers Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document It is never too late to pursue education: Alimodian’s Senior High students share life-changing ALS journeys By Panay News -Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Lyn Mondero, 35, is a Grade 11 student at Cabardo National High School in Alimodian, Iloilo. She is one of the beneficiaries of the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System. Lyn Mondero, 35, is a Grade 11 student at Cabardo National High School in Alimodian, Iloilo. She is one of the beneficiaries of the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System. BY MA. THERESA LADIAO ILOILO – In the town of Alimodian, Senior High School students are overcoming obstacles through the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System (ALS). ALS is a non-formal education program that provides opportunities for out-of-school youths and adults to complete their education at no cost, fostering hope and empowerment for those who once thought they could never return to school. A DREAM Lyn Mondero, 35, from Barangay Omindan, is one of the many beneficiaries of ALS. A Grade 11 student, she balances her roles as a mother and homemaker while pursuing her dream of finishing high school at Cabardo National High School. She recalls how life’s responsibilities initially kept her from completing her studies, but ALS gave her a second chance. “Para sa akon, pinaka-importante gid, kay wala ko ka-graduate high school, so gin tinguhaan ko gid maskin nga budlay man,” she shared. As a mother of young children, Lyn is only able to attend class once a week, but she remains determined. “Ang amon nga klase sa ALS once a week lang man. Dako gid nga oportunidad kay te, ang nabilin nga mga inadlaw para lang sa mga kabataan ko,” she said. Despite only reaching Grade 4 in her early years, Lyn re-entered education through ALS, completing junior high school. Her ultimate goal is to graduate from senior high, a dream she never let go. “Gin tinguhaan ko gid kay gusto ko gid maka-graduate sa high school,” she said, demonstrating the perseverance ALS has inspired in her life. LIFELINE For 25-year-old Lyka Marie Baylosis, ALS has been a lifeline. A mother of two, she understands the challenges of balancing family life with education, but she is determined to provide a better future for her children by finishing her studies. “Gusto ko makatapos maski may bata ako kay lain gid kun may tinapusan ikaw. Kun may tinapusan ka, makakita ka ubra,” Lyka shared. Her journey has not been easy, often having to bring her children with her to school, juggling her responsibilities as a mother and a student. After the loss of her adoptive parents, Lyka’s education was interrupted, but she’s grateful for the opportunity ALS has given her to continue. “Gapasalamat gid kami kay tungod sa ALS, gin tagaan kami kahigayunan nga maka eskwela biskan once a week lang,” she said. FOR THE NEXT GENERATION Roda Andea Daan, 43, has seen her life come full circle through ALS. After stopping at second-year high school, moving to Manila, and returning to Alimodian several times, she finally completed junior high school through the program. Now, a Grade 11 student at Cabardo National High School, she is determined to finish what she started decades ago. “Damo gid ko natun-an. Kay akon gid motto, ‘education is the key to success,’” Roda said. For her, education is not just for personal gain, but also for the next generation. “Kun indi ko mak- proceed sa college, at least magamit ko sa kaapohan ko, sa bata ko,” she added. Roda recalls the difficulties of her youth when she had to walk almost 20 kilometers to attend school, without financial means to pursue her education. Today, ALS has provided her with an opportunity she never thought she would have. “Para sa akon, dako gid ini nga oportunidad, dako gid nga bulig,” she expressed with gratitude. The stories of Lyn, Lyka, and Roda reflect the transformative impact of ALS on individuals who once thought they had lost their chance at education. ALS is not just a program but a bridge to new possibilities, offering hope, skills, and the confidence to achieve their dreams despite life’s adversities. These brave individuals are proving that it is never too late to pursue education. They are living examples of the power of perseverance, demonstrating that regardless of age, circumstances, or setbacks, one can always rise above and strive for a brighter future./PN Citation Citation of the article Ladiao, M. T. (2024, September 17). It is never too late to pursue education: Alimodian’s senior high students share life-changing ALS journeys. Panay News, 3&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource It is never too late to pursue education: Alimodian’s Senior High students share life-changing ALS journeys Description An account of the resource ILOILO – In the town of Alimodian, Senior High School students are overcoming obstacles through the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System (ALS). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ladiao, Ma. Theresa Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/it-is-never-too-late-to-pursue-education-alimodians-senior-high-students-share-life-changing-als-journeys/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 17, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Adult education Alimodian Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document The towns of Oton, San Miguel, Janiuay, Lambunao, Dingle, and Carles in Iloilo Province have been selected as pilot sites for the Bulig Eskwela (BES) Basa initiative, focusing on improving reading skills among Grade 3 students. JASPER JAN SANTOS PHOTO The towns of Oton, San Miguel, Janiuay, Lambunao, Dingle, and Carles in Iloilo Province have been selected as pilot sites for the Bulig Eskwela (BES) Basa initiative, focusing on improving reading skills among Grade 3 students. JASPER JAN SANTOS PHOTO ILOILO – Recent data from the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) revealed a concerning trend, with over 75 percent of Iloilo Province’s 180,000 learners classified as below-average readers, non-readers, or frustrated readers for the school year 2022-2023. An initiative by the provincial government aims to significantly improve these figures by focusing on early intervention and teacher training. Six towns have been selected as pilot sites for the Bulig Eskwela (BES) Basa initiative. According to Provincial Administrator Raul Banias, this reading program is a crucial component of Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr.’s BES Probins strategy aimed at addressing the province’s low literacy rates. The selected municipalities for the pilot phase are Oton, San Miguel, Janiuay, Lambunao, Dingle, and Carles, focusing on improving reading skills among Grade 3 students. These areas were chosen due to their notably poor performance in recent reading assessments. “We began with these six towns and plan to expand the program across the entire province once we gain sufficient experience and develop competency,” said Banias. The decision to target Grade 3 learners stems from the critical need to establish reading skills at this foundational stage, which significantly affects students’ ability to progress academically. “Grade 3 is a very critical level because if they cannot read, they will have difficulty progressing to higher levels,” said Banias, emphasizing the importance of equipping students early. To bolster the initiative, approximately 128 Grade 3 teachers from the pilot areas recently underwent training in the Oral Graphic Symbolic Language (OGSL) program. The training, led by Public Schools District Supervisors (PSDS) from the Department of Education, covered techniques such as Sound Symbol Overlay, Building Word Power, and Language Incorporation. It also included a workshop on the Work Application Plan (WAP). Banias, who also mentors for the education reform non-government organization Synergia, said these teachers are employed by the Department of Education, ensuring that the training’s benefits are sustained within the school system. He added that regular assessments would be conducted to evaluate the program’s impact. (With a report from the Philippine News Agency)/PN Citation Citation of the article Ladiao, M. T. (2024, September 17). Reading initiative aims to boost literacy in 6 towns. Panay News, 3&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Reading initiative aims to boost literacy in 6 towns Description An account of the resource ILOILO – Recent data from the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) revealed a concerning trend, with over 75 percent of Iloilo Province’s 180,000 learners classified as below-average readers, non-readers, or frustrated readers for the school year 2022-2023. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ladiao, Ma. Theresa Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/reading-initiative-aims-to-boost-literacy-in-6-towns/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 17, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Literacy programs Reading--Ability testing Carles Dingle Janiuay Lambunao Oton San Miguel