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Congratulations to our students for achieving a 100% passing rate in the Food and Beverage Servicing (FBS NC II) assessment!

Your effort and determination brought this milestone to life. We are proud of you!👏

Our Grade 12 TVL-HE learner-beneficiaries recently completed their training run under the Joint Delivery Voucher Program. Their in-house training at Global Education Technology of Kapalong, Inc. is still ongoing until January. We are also waiting for the schedule of their assessment under TESDA’s free assessment program.

A milestone for culture and pride!
The First Ever Search for Kanakan woy Lipunon 2025 celebrating the beauty, wisdom, and heritage of the Ata-Manobo youth at Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School.

QOUTE KO TO!

“Bisag unsa pa kalisod sa atoang kinabuhi, Dili jud ta dapat mu surrender, padayon lang jud ta.”

These heartfelt words in an interview from Rosa Mae M. Binoy, a Grade 12 HUMSS student of Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School, truly reflect the resilience and determination of the Indigenous Peoples (IP) youth in Talaingod, Davao del Norte.

Shared during the Paglaom Tour last October 10, 2025, led by Vice Governor Clarice Jubahib, together with DepEd Division of Davao del Norte. Rosa Mae’s message during an interview embodies the spirit of hope among learners who continue to strive for education and a brighter future.

FLEX KO LANG

The Ridge Shines at the 2025 Talaingod District Schools Press Conference!

Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School (DJALMNHS), through The Ridge, the official school publication, proudly participated in the 2025 Talaingod District Schools Press Conference and Campus Journalism Training held on October 16–17, 2025, at Sto. Niño Central Elementary School, Talaingod, Davao del Norte.

The event, conducted in collaboration with the Provincial Information Communication Knowledge Management Office (PICKMO), DepEd Davao del Norte, and the Talaingod District, carried the theme “Empowering Student Voices: Unleashing Potentials Through Journalism in the Digital Era.”

Bringing pride and honor to the school, The Ridge campus journalists showcased their talents in various competitions. Justin James M. Galit emerged as First Place winner in Editorial Cartooning (English), Biboy C. Bangilon Jr. secured Third Place in Column Writing (English), while Florendo L. Agay Jr. earned Fourth Place in Editorial Cartooning (English). Prince Van P. Bay-ao also represented the school in the same category, demonstrating skill and creativity. These exceptional young journalists will advance to represent DJALMNHS and Talaingod District in the upcoming Division Schools Press Conference.

The school extends its heartfelt congratulations to these talented campus journalists, guided by their dedicated School Paper Advisers Kweene P. Suico and Rapunzel A. Estomo, and supported by School Head Ruel C. Lugatiman.

The Ridge continues to champion the voice of the youth—writing with purpose, integrity, and passion for truth.

A Token of Appreciation for Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School

A Token of Appreciation was presented to Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School (DJALMNHS) as one of the partner institutions of the Office of the Vice Governor, under the leadership of Vice Governor Clarice D. Jubahib, in celebration of her First 100 Days and Beyond as Vice Governor of Davao del Norte.

The occasion was held today, October 15, 2025, at the DavNor Gym, Tagum City. The token was received on behalf of the school by Mr. Ruel C. Lugatiman, School Head of DJALMNHS.

Earlier, the Senior High School students of DJALMNHS participated in the PAGLAOM TOUR held on October 10, 2025, an inspiring initiative of the Vice Governor’s Office that provided meaningful exposure and learning experiences in Davao City. Although the tour was shortened due to the recent earthquake, the students still cherished and enjoyed the experience.

The school extends its heartfelt gratitude to Vice Governor Clarice D. Jubahib and her office for choosing DJALMNHS as part of Batch 1 of this remarkable and empowering program.

Dakol no salamat!🫶

Congratulations, HANNA KHECIA P. MAYAKE! 🎉

A proud Grade 9 student of Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School, Hanna Khecia brought honor to the Talaingod District by securing 5th Place in the Division ASEAN Quiz Bee held at the ALS Training Center, DepEd Davao del Norte Compound, Mankilam, Tagum City, on October 15, 2025.

Your hard work, intelligence, and determination truly shine. The DJALMNHS community, led by School Head Ruel C. Lugatiman, is proud of your outstanding achievement!
Honoring also to the coach, Ms. Rapunzel Estomo, for her guidance and support.

Strengthening the Implementation of E.A.R.T.H. and ARAL Reading Programs in DJALMNHS through CID GIYA v.3

To support the Division’s ongoing commitment to enhancing literacy among learners, the Curriculum Implementation Division (CID) of the Division of Davao del Norte rolled out CID GIYA v.3 in the Talaingod District on October 14, 2025, in accordance with Division Memorandum CID-2025-0975.

The activity primarily aimed to reinforce foundational reading skills, monitor classroom implementation, and extend technical assistance to schools in their literacy initiatives. It also sought to evaluate instructional practices, gather relevant data on learners’ reading performance, and identify key areas for improvement to strengthen the delivery of reading instruction at all levels.

Leading the initiative was Dr. Ronnie A. Publico, Public Schools District Supervisor of New Corella District, together with the School Heads of Talaingod District. The team visited classrooms to observe reading sessions, interact with teachers, and provide constructive feedback on strategies being used to improve literacy outcomes. The observations revealed an increasing number of low-emerging and frustration-level readers at the beginning of the school year, which became the basis for providing targeted support and interventions.

During the visit, the CID team provided technical guidance on maximizing instructional time for reading and improving teaching pedagogy. Teachers were also capacitated to adopt innovative and context-based reading strategies aligned with the school’s flagship program, the E.A.R.T.H. Reading Program, and the national ARAL Program (National Learning Recovery Program). Both programs are designed to address learning gaps and promote sustained literacy progress through differentiated instruction, close learner monitoring, and consistent teacher mentoring.

Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial High School was recognized for its commitment to the Department of Education’s thrust of eliminating non-readers. The combined implementation of the E.A.R.T.H. and ARAL Programs has its goal to have a significant increase in the number of independent readers by the end of the school year. School Head Ruel C. Lugatiman expressed profound gratitude to the teachers, led by School Reading Coordinator Caren Mae P. Orlandez, for their diligence, collaboration, and proper documentation in sustaining the school’s reading initiatives.

The success of the activity underscored the value of teamwork and shared accountability among the CID team, district leaders, and classroom teachers. Their collective effort—supported by parents and community stakeholders—continues to enhance learners’ reading performance and overall academic growth.

The monitoring concluded with interactive reading activities for selected learners and a post-conference together with our School Head for overall technical assistance to improve the learning delivery to our students. The event served as a reaffirmation of the Division’s vision to cultivate a community of lifelong readers and learners, upholding the guiding principle: “Basta DAVNOR, Excellence is the Core.”

PAGLAOM TOUR: A Journey of Hope led by Vice Governor Clarice Jubajib made a meaningful impact in Talaingod, where students of Datu Jose A. Libayao Memorial National High School — an IP school — were chosen to be part of the initiative. Though the tour was suddenly halted by the 7.6 magnitude earthquake, we remain grateful for the opportunity and the hope you brought to our community.

Congratulations to Hanna Khecia P. Mayake, Grade 9!🏅
Champion – ASEAN Quiz Bee (District Level) 🎉
Representing Datu Jose A. Libayao MNHS under the guidance of our Araling Panlipunan Coordinator, Ma’am Rapinzel Estomo 👏

Your school family is proud of you! ❤️
Now ready to conquer the ASEAN Quiz Bee – Division Level!