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LCCS participates in 2019 DepEd Cyber Expo

The LCC Secretariat recently attended the DepEd Cyber Expo with the theme “DRIVE 2019: Digital Rise of Philippine Education” which tackled essential and emerging advanced ICT concepts yielding towards the 21st Century Skills and 4th Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0. The said event was jam-packed with plenary sessions which drill on the country’s integration and importance of ICT to teaching and learning process honing the learners to be globally competent and responsible digital citizens. Different sponsors also staged their innovations, most especially how they can significantly boost education, through break-out sessions and exhibits. Moreover, the event recognized the awardees of the 2019 DepEd ICT Achievers Awards across the country. The DepEd Cyber Expo was held on March 12-14, 2019 at the Philippine International Convention Center, CCP Complex, Pasay City.

 

 

LCCS joins the celebration of International Women’s Day

On March 8, 2019, the LCC Secretariat representative joined the celebration of International Women’s Day as it honors all women globally for their significant contributions in transforming the society through their beautiful and unique traces all around the world.

As Dr. Sandra Montano, Commissioner of Philippine Commission on Women, one of the resource speakers, highlighted the role of women in the society, she mentioned that “Women are not empowered to overpower men. But to be an asset to the community and be the driver of change. To meaningfully contribute to the development and changes in the world.”

Moreover, the topic “Women as Entrepreneurs” was explored at the latter part of the program which was shared by Ms. Deniece Cornejo, Youth Ambassador of CEO Demico Global Solutions.

Aside from this, cultural Indonesian presentations were hosted in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia. The said event was held at Bulwagan ng Karunungan, DepEd Central Office, DepEd Complex, Pasig City.

 

LCC Chairperson graces the Division PTA Forum of the Schools Division of Sorsogon

DepEd Curriculum and Instruction Undersecretary Lorna Dig-Dino, the Chairperson of the Literacy Coordinating Council today graced the Division PTA Forum being conducted by the Schools Division of Sorsogon in Region V. The event, held on January 24, 2019 at Villa Isabel Hotel and Resort, Sorsogon City was participated in by various PTA officials, parents, public school administrators, and teachers. At the concluding part of her talk, the LCC Chair introduced her advocacy on “Filipino Women for Literacy.” This movement aims to “ensure multiple literacies for the least, the lost, and the last of our fellow human beings.”

 

Professional Development Workshop for the LCC Secretariat

As part of the LCC’s commitment to delivery of excellent service to every client, its Secretariat conducted a “Professional Development Workshop” held on January 8-11, 2019 at DepEd ECOTECH Center, Lahug, Cebu City. Various topics on professionalism, personality development, effective communication skills, and reflection enabled them to apply their learnings and experiences, especially on partnership with colleagues, interested parties, sponsors, among others.

 

The Council gives honor to the outgoing esteemed Council Representatives

On December 19, 2018, the Council honored the outgoing Dr. Emelyn Q. Libunao, Staff Director of PIA and Mr. Edicio G. Dela Torre, President of E-Net Philippines, who both served as Council Representatives, for their remarkable commitment and excellent public service with LCC in scaling up literacy in the country. The recognition was presented by the LCC Chairperson and DepEd Undersecretary for Curriculum and Instruction, Dr. Lorna Dig Dino.

The LCC Secretariat wishes both of them success in all of their future endeavors.

 

LCC Support Funds for Community Literacy Programs of LGUs

As part of the LCC Support Funds for Community Literacy Programs of LGUs, the Literacy Coordinating Council Secretariat, together with the LCC Technical Working Group, conducted monitoring and evaluation activities to the 28 LGU recipients of the Php 1.5 Million pesos from the 2015 Abot-Alam Program Funds to be used in the implementation of literacy programs in their localities. Focus Group discussions, interviews, and site visits were conducted on the following LGUs: Balanga, Bataan; Alaminos, Pangasinan; Cuyo, Palawan; Laoac, Pangasinan; Baguio City; San Mateo, Isabela; Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte; Tigbauan, Iloilo; Tagum City; General Santos City; Cagayan de Oro; Butuan City; Rizal, Laguna; Cervantes, Ilocos Sur; Bacnotan, La Union; Natividad, Pangasinan; Agoo, La Union; Plaridel, Bulacan; Marilao, Bulacan; Antipolo City; Tagaytay City; Tanay, Rizal; Daet, Camarines Norte; Lupi, Camarines Sur; Pasay City; Bayugan City; and Tubungan, Iloilo.

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