DepEd Tayo Calamba City

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀

Behind the success of the School-Based Training of Teachers on the Revised Grades 6, 9, and 10 Curriculum stands a remarkable team of dedicated individuals who worked tirelessly behind the scenes.

To our Learning Facilitators, Class Managers, Monitoring and Evaluation Associates, Education Program Supervisors, Public Schools District Supervisors, Division Technical Working Committee, and every member of the Program Management Team, 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨!

From early preparations to the final session, you gave your time, energy, expertise, and heart to ensure that our teachers are equipped and ready for School Year 2026–2027.

Long days, countless tasks, and challenging schedules were met with commitment, teamwork, and a shared passion for quality education.

Your willingness to serve beyond what is expected reflects the true spirit of public service and dedication to every teacher and learner we serve.

Special thanks to SDS Merthel M. Evardome and OIC-ASDS Nadine C. Celindro for their leadership and guidance.

Here's to the team behind the scenes, the problem-solvers, the facilitators, the coordinators, and the champions of learning.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲!

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀

The entire Calamba City community proudly salutes our outstanding Calambeño athletes for their remarkable achievements at the 2026 Palarong Pambansa in Agusan del Sur!

Competing against the country's best student-athletes from 20 athletic associations representing the 18 regions of the Philippines, our athletes rose to the challenge and brought home medals that reflect their hard work, discipline, and dedication.

🥇 Loraine Batalla
🏅 Gold – 400m Dash
🏅 Silver – 4x100m Relay

🥈 Kyle Norte
🏅 4 Silver Medals – Athletics (Running and Jumping Events)

🥉 Kassandra Macaraig
🏅 Bronze – 4x50m Freestyle Relay (Swimming)

🏅 Calamba City's Medal Tally
🥇 1 Gold
🥈 5 Silver
🥉 1 Bronze

These achievements showcase the excellence, perseverance, and competitive spirit of our Calambeño athletes. Your success serves as an inspiration to fellow learners and a source of pride for our city.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to Mayor Roseller "Ross" H. Rizal, SDS Merthel M. Evardome, OIC-ASDS Nadine C. Celindro, EPS Joel I. Libranda, all coaches, trainers, school officials, parents, and supporters whose dedication and encouragement contributed to this milestone.

Congratulations to our athletes for proudly carrying the banner of Calamba City on the national stage. Your accomplishments have made every Calambeño proud!

Mabuhay ang Atletang Calambeño!
Mabuhay ang Calamba City!

Loraine Audrey P. Batalla, Gold Medalist sa 400-Meter Run ng Palarong Pambansa 2026

Taos-pusong pagbati kay Loraine Audrey T. Batalla sa pagwawagi ng Gold Medal sa 400m Run Finals bilang kinatawan ng CALABARZON sa Palarong Pambansa 2026.

Sa naitalang oras na 56.12 segundo, ipinamalas niya ang pambihirang bilis, disiplina, at determinasyon laban sa mahuhusay na atleta mula sa iba’t ibang rehiyon sa bansa.

Kinikilala rin si G. Yourke F. Tamayo sa kanyang dedikasyon at mahusay na paggabay bilang training coach ng ating mga atletang Calambeño.

Patuloy nating suportahan ang mga atletang nagbibigay karangalan sa Calamba, CALABARZON, at sa buong bansa.

Congratulations, Loraine! 🥇

𝟵𝟳𝟳 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝟲, 𝟵, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝟬 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘂𝗺

A total of 977 teachers participate in the School-Based Training of Teachers on the Revised Grades 6, 9, and 10 Curriculum conducted simultaneously at three venues: Jose Rizal Memorial School, Calamba City Science Integrated School, and Bulwagang Rizal of the Division Office from May 26 to 29, 2026.

The training aims to deepen teachers’ understanding and strengthen their core competencies in content knowledge and pedagogy, curriculum planning, and assessment to ensure the effective implementation of the revised curriculum.

On the first day, participants focused on Understanding the Revised K to 10 Curriculum and the Kindergarten to Grade 10 Instructional Design Framework. Discussions highlighted key curriculum reforms and instructional approaches designed to improve teaching and learning outcomes.

Meanwhile, the second day centered on the curriculum deep dive, where participants internalized the Grade Level Learning Area Curriculum for Quarters 1, 2, 3, and 4. Teachers engaged in collaborative discussions and workshops to better align classroom instruction with curriculum standards and learning competencies.

Education Program Supervisors leading the sessions per learning area are Andrea C. Señadoza for English, Lino T. Sanchez for Filipino, Rosemarie V. Magnaye for Mathematics, Cincy Merly B. Gecolea for Science, Marivic R. Calderon for Araling Panlipunan, Clariza G. Terones for GMRC/Values Education, Eder I. Gallego for Technology and Livelihood Education, and Joel I. Libranda for MAPEH.

Selected teachers, master teachers, school heads, and supervisors serve as learning facilitators and class managers throughout the four-day training.

Monitoring and Evaluation associates have also been designated per class under the supervision of SEPS Florette Laarni C. Bautista to ensure the smooth conduct and effective implementation of the training activities.

The training will conclude on May 29, 2026, with participants expected to prepare their workplace application plans to strengthen curriculum delivery in their respective schools.

𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹, 𝗦𝗗𝗢 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲ñ𝗼 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟲𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮

Mayor Roseller 'Ross' H. Rizal, SDS Merthel M. Evardome, and OIC-ASDS Nadine C. Celindro expressed full support for the SDO Calamba City delegation during the kickoff of the 66th Palarong Pambansa at the Datu Lipus Makapandong DO Plaza Sports Complex in Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur on May 23, 2026.

Joining them in showing support for the athletes were DepEd CALABARZON Regional Director Carlito D. Rocafort and Assistant Regional Director Loida N. Nidea.

City and SDO officials participated in the opening activities and encouraged the Calambeño athletes as they prepared to compete in the country’s premier national sporting event for student-athletes.

The 66th Palarong Pambansa is hosted by the Provincial Government of Agusan del Sur under the leadership of Governor Santiago Cane Jr.

The week-long competition runs from May 24 to 31, 2026, with events taking place in Prosperidad, Bayugan City, Talacogon, San Francisco, Bunawan, Rosario, and Esperanza.

SDO Calamba City athletes are set to showcase their skills, discipline, and sportsmanship as they represent the division on the national stage.

𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗘𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝘄𝗼-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

The Schools Division of Calamba City, through the Schools Governance and Operations Division–Youth Formation Section, conducted the 2026 Youth Formators Convergence: Level-Up Service for Every Calambeño Youth on May 21–22, 2026, at the LLC Auditorium, Calamba Elementary School.

The first day highlighted project crafting, implementation, and management for youth PPAs, with insightful sessions led by Ms. Kristina G. Llangco, Youth Development Officer III of the City Government of Calamba; Mr. Dexter M. Palanas, Senior Education Program Specialist for Planning and Research; and Ms. Maria Laarni M. Casipe, Mental Health Focal Person from the City Health Office.

The second day featured the sharing of best practices by Mr. Percy Roy P. Roa, BKD Teacher-Coordinator of Calamba City Science Integrated School. This was followed by the recognition of outstanding learner organizations and teacher-advisers, who continue to inspire and nurture young Calambeño leaders.

The two-day engagement culminated in a transformative recollection and team-building activity facilitated by partner organization GoalKeepers Character and Values Formation, strengthening the commitment of teacher-advisers to give their “puso, galing, at talino” in service of every Calambeño youth.

By Jerwin L. Patiga, DYFC/DLRP

𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟯-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

The Schools Division of Calamba City strengthened its commitment to inclusive education through the conduct of the 3-Day Teachers’ Training-Workshop Series, “Promoting Inclusive Practices for Diverse Learning Spaces,” participated in by 100 receiving teachers across the division at Monte Vista Hot Spring and Conference Resort on May 21-23, 2026.

In her message, SDS Merthel M. Evardome, CESO V, emphasized the crucial role of teachers in developing learners’ daily living and functional skills through inclusive and equitable learning opportunities.

On Day 1, resource speakers Dr. Enelyn T. Badillo, Dr. Pedrito H. Bolante, and Dr. Irene Lourdes Bernadette D. Medrano discussed behavior management, inclusive education trends, and Filipino Sign Language (FSL) parameters, equipping participants with practical strategies for diverse learning environments.

Day 2 featured workshops and demonstrations on the use of the Compendium of Teaching and Learning Resources on Filipino Sign Language across various learning areas facilitated by SNED teachers. Participants engaged in collaborative activities that strengthened inclusive and learner-centered teaching practices.

On the final day, participants demonstrated FSL integration in Mathematics and conducted demonstration teaching in Araling Panlipunan, Science, Filipino, English, and Mathematics, highlighting accessible communication and inclusive classroom instruction for learners with hearing impairment.

The PRC-accredited training concluded with reflection sessions and a closing program, where teachers expressed their commitment to creating inclusive, accessible, and responsive learning spaces for all learners.

By EPS Enelyn T. Badillo