SDO Biñan confirms ALS partnership with prime reformation center of the City

By Jie Ann B. Otilla / Sept. 9, 2024, 7:50 a.m.

The Alternative Learning System (ALS) of Biñan City Schools Division Office (SDO) on August 14 sealed its partnership with A New Day Village, the number one healing place for people suffering from substance abuse and behavioral disorders at Ganado Macabling Road, Brgy. Mamplasan, Binan City, Laguna. Administrative staff Kimberly Ann Gonzales explained the vision, mission, and core values of the institution with the Schools Division Superintendent Manuela S. Tolentino, CESO V, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Arlene S. Ricasata, CESO VI, chief of Curriculum Implementation Division Dr. Mary Ann L. Tatlongmaria, ALS focal person Dr. Lani A. Alonte, Education Program Supervisor Dr. Rhea DM. Bilbes, Senior Education Program Specialist (Social Mobilization) Donna Jane M. Alfonso, and Education Program Specialist II-ALS Dr. Marchy Joy T. Sanchez. Ms. Gonzales shared the healing place’s history, operation process, target clientele, and therapeutic approach. The program is conceptualized in the BIO-PSYCHO-SOCIAL and SPIRITUAL conditions of the clients, serving as the recovery structure with behavioral and psychological interventions. This DOH-accredited treatment center was comprised of adept Substance Use and Mental Health Professionals who were committed to giving a sustainable treatment package. Meanwhile, the SDO planned to open the ALS program for all qualified clients at the Elementary and Junior High School levels. The partnership was settled in the Memorandum of Agreement.

Program Implementation Review and Plan Adjustments cum Strategic Planning for Fiscal Year 2024

By Edward R. Manuel / Aug. 19, 2024, 8:44 a.m.

To systematically evaluate the implementation of various programs, projects, and activities (PPAs) of the three functional divisions of the SDO Biñan City held the Program Implementation Review and Plan Adjustments (PIRPA) last August 7-9, 2024, at Camp John Hay, Baguio City. It is a necessary undertaking to review if goals and performance targets are being met as specified in the Division Education Development Plan (DEDP), Annual Implementation Plan (AIP), and Work and Financial Plans (WFP). It likewise supports the institution’s commitment to provide the members of its organization with opportunities to link their achievements and make a meaningful contribution to the attainment of this institution’s Vision and Mission; promote individual and team growth, participation, and commitment; and grow professionally and personally.

The activity showcased the remarkable performance of the Division through the presentation of accomplishments of different offices and units from the Office of the Schools Division Superintendent (OSDS), School Governance and Operations Division (SGOD), and Curriculum Implementation Division (CID) vis-à-vis checking of alignment of different Programs, Projects, and Activities with the current Division Education Development Plan (DEDP) 2022-2028 and of the recent DepEd’s MATATAG Agenda.

The activity offered an opportunity for an open discussion of job expectations, key result areas, objectives, and how these are aligned to the overall division’s goals and targets. It provided an avenue for agreement on standards of performance of behaviors which leads to professional and personal growth in the organization.

The division crafted the strategic plan for the remaining months of the fiscal year and the continuation of different programs. Furthermore, gaps were acknowledged to be addressed and provide timely and relevant interventions.

125th Philippine Independence Day Celebration

By Eva Joyce V. Cabantog / June 13, 2023, 12:38 p.m.

The City Schools Division of Binan joined in the celebration of the 125th Philippine Independence Day on June 12, 2023. The division conducted a flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremony led by Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Manuela S. Tolentino, CESO V. This annual commemoration highlights the significant contributions done by Filipino heroes as milestones of the country’s rich history. The activity was attended by Division officials and personnel and teachers from Biñan Elementary School headed by their School Principal, Ms. Pilar I. De Castro.

"SY 2022-2023 Total LIS Enrollment"

By Charles Patio / Jan. 2, 2023, 1:21 a.m.

The DepEd Schools Division of Biñan City has registered a total of 88,255 student enrollees for SY 2022 – 2023 in both Public and Private Schools via LIS Enrolment, out of which we have 44,594 Male Students and 43,661 Female Students, further divided, as per Public and Private School Enrolment data we have: Public Schools - 5,845 students for Kinder, 33,202 for Elementary, 19,317 for JHS, and for SHS 1st Semester, 2,012 for G11, 2,063 for G12, a total of 62,439 enrollees for Public Schools. Private Schools – 1,291 students for Kinder, 7,964 for Elementary, 6,741 for JHS, and for SHS 1st Semester, 5,307 for G11, 4,513 for G12, a total of 25,816 enrollees for Private Schools. Total enrolment for Public and Private Schools: 88,255 enrollees.