City of Candon, Ilocos Sur – More than 5,000 teachers will join this year’s commencement activity for National Teachers’ Month (NTM) which will be held on September 5, 2024, at the Candon City Arena.Hosted by the schools division of Candon City, in partnership with the city government of Candon, the NTM opening program will recognize continue reading : National Teacher’s Month Celebration
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
Being recognized as the 6th QMS Champion in Region I and the second Schools Division Office (SDO) in the Province of Pangasinan to successfully pass the NQMS Readiness Assessment Audit, affirmed as “Certainly Certifiably Ready” for ISO 9001:2015, reflects the Division’s strong commitment to quality standards in delivering basic education services. More than mere compliance, continue reading : Schools Division Office of Alaminos City is “Certainly Certifiable Ready” for ISO 9001:2015
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
Many reintegrated Overseas Filipino Workers turned teachers through the ‘Sa Pinas, Ikaw ang Ma’am at Sir’ (SPIMS) program share stories of hope, perseverance, faith, and gratitude. “Because of SPIMS, sacrifices and capabilities of OFW-teachers were recognized, doors were opened for us to return and serve, lives transformed not only of myself but of many other continue reading : Coming Home to Teach: SPIMS turns sacrifices to purpose
𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 The Department of Education Regional Office I adopts Flexible Work Arrangements, effective March 9, 2026. Our operational hours is as follows: Monday- Thursday: 8:00-5:00 PM (onsite) Friday – Work-From-Home workday This is in compliance with the Office of the President’s Memorandum Circular 114 and DepEd Memorandum 018, s. 2026. You may also reach continue reading : Adoption of Flexible Work Arrangements in DepEd Regional Office I
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
