Bayambang, Pangasinan — After years of uncertainty, Bayambang Central School (BCS) has finally gained a permanent home with the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Municipal Government of Bayambang signing a usufruct agreement on June 15, 2026, granting the school long-term use of its new site. The agreement covers more than two hectares of land continue reading : LGU Bayambang, DepEd Seal Landmark Agreement for Bayambang Central School
Suyo, Ilocos Sur — The Watwat Festival, a vibrant celebration of shared food, blessings, and thanksgiving, brought together Indigenous cultural communities, government officials, teachers, and learners on May 12, 2026, at Urzadan Elementary School. The event highlighted the rich cultural heritage of the Indigenous Peoples of Suyo while fostering unity and pride in local identity. continue reading : Watwat Festival Celebrates Solidarity, Culture and Love
Vigan City – A new division library hub, located in Ayusan Paoa Elementary School in the Heritage City of Vigan, is ready to welcome children and learners with hundreds of titles, from children’s books, reference materials, and learning resources. “With this library, we hope that our children would learn to love books and help improve continue reading : Library Hub opens in Vigan City, Expanding Access to Books, Learning Resources
Laoag City, Ilocos Norte – The 2026 Regional Festival of Talents (RFOT), hosted by the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Laoag City, wrapped up successfully with winners and finalists selected for the 15 events. The festival showcased student creativity, skills, and innovation, drawing participants from across the 14 SDOs. Regional winners of the different contests continue reading : Winners for the 2026 Regional Festival of Talents announced
The Department of Education (DepEd) Region I, headed by Regional Director (RD) Tolentino G. Aquino, formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), represented by RD Teresita A. Tabaog at the Executive Conference Hall on October 21, 2025. The MOU aims to enhance support and participation in the continue reading : DepEd Region I forges partnership with Department of Science and Technology
The Department of Education (DepEd) meets with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in the region to discuss curriculum alignment, learner attrition, and pre-service teacher preparation, on October 8, 2025, at the DepEd Executive Conference Hall in the City of San Fernando, La Union. The inter-agency meeting continue reading : DepEd Region I, CHED, TESDA Strengthen Collaboration for Quality Education
The Department of Education (DepEd) Regional Office I conducted a consultative conference on the Implementation of Inclusive Education Act for Learners with Disabilities, or Republic Act (RA) 11650, and the Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Act, or RA 11106, further strengthening the region’s commitment to inclusive and equitable education for all learners. The activity was continue reading : DepEd Region I holds consultative conference on the implementation of RA 11650 and RA 11106
The Quality Assurance Division (QAD), in partnership with Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU), is developing an enhanced Electronic Application for Private Schools and Records Management (EAPS) and Public Schools Online Application (PSOA) system. During a consultative meeting held on October 1 and 2, attended by select private and public school stakeholders, school division continue reading : Enhanced EAPS and PSOA Systems Underway
“Make excellence a habit and make it happen in Region I,” Tolentino G. Aquino, Director IV, said in his message during the Regional Literacy Summit held at Regency Hotel in Calasiao, Pangasinan, on June 25-27, 2025. He emphasized that improving literacy outcomes starts with embedding a culture of excellence in daily classroom practices, guided by continue reading : DepEd RO1 conducts Regional Literacy Summit fostering Educational Excellence
Isang Pangkulturang Eksposisyon ang pinangunahan ng Sangay ng Pangasiwaan ng Kurikulum at Pagkatuto bilang pampinid na palatuntunan sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa, Buwan ng Kasaysayan, Buwan ng ASEAN, at Pambansang Araw ng mga Katutubo. Isinagawa ang programa sa National Educators Academy of the Philippines Region 1 (NEAP-R1) na nilahukan ng iba’t-ibang sangay sa continue reading : Pangkulturang Eksposisyon isinagawa
