Dr. Basiliza G. Sacdalan of Balayan East Central School (center) cries at the stage after recieving the Most Outstanding Teacher award during the 3rd Gawad Balisong at Lima Park Hotel in Malvar Batangas on the 18th day of August 2017. The award hand by (from left to right) Dr. Francis Ceasar Bringas, ARD; Dr. Carlito D. Rocafort, SDS; Asec. Revsee A. Escobedo of the Service & Project Management Human Resources and Development of the Department of Education and RD Diosdado San Antonio. DOMCAR C. LAGTO
greatness never ends 3rd GAWAD BALISONG AWARDING CEREMONY
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hat makes the 3rd GAWAD BALISONG different from the
awarding ceremonies of the previous years? What makes it unique from other awarding rites? This year’s PARANGAL like those of the
past was well- prepared and organized. The different committees assigned for this affair
of interviewers, Dr. Francis Ceasar Bringas, ARD; Dr. Carlito D. Rocafort, our SDS; Dr. Elenita Bathan and Dr. Florencia Dela Pena, both former ASDS of Batangas Province. Moreover, the nominees from the four (4) areas for each award all marched on the aisle going upstage. From the nominees, one will receive the prestigious BALISONG Award. As one enters the hall, he/she will be
functioned efficiently for its success. There
mesmerized by the elegant colorful flowers
was a smooth coordination of every one.
on stage and the fabulous gowns and formal
Another salient aspect of this awarding was the preliminary activity done in
attires of the nominees. Another distinct feature of the year’s
screening the best employees. The candidates
BALISONG Award is the recognition of the
had their PowerPoint presentation of their
Best School-to-School Partnership Program
best outputs and accomplishments. They also
and additional special awards like Campus
underwent rigid interview under the panel
Journalism and Loyalty Awards.
Who's present in GAWAD BALISONG?
T
his GAWAD BALISONG is an event a Batangueño Educator can
be proud of. Attended by dignitaries from DepED – Region IV-A CALABARZON Director Diosdado San Antonio, Assistant Regional Director Francis Ceasar Bringas and Asec. Revsee A. Escobedo of Service and Project Management Human Resource and Development of Dep ED-Central Office.
Members of different committees in Gawad Balisong gather at Lima Hotel function room for a general rehearsal two days before the event, Aug. 16, 2017. DOMCAR C. LAGTO
this is the moment Awardees exuded steps of success on the aisle
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he awardees gracefully exuded their steps of success on the aisle as the program began.
To inspire the audience a lively opening
song number entitled “Isang Pangarap” was presented by selected teachers of Area 1. It was followed by a GLIMPSE on GAWAD BALISONG 2015 – 2016. A taped interview with Dr. Carlito D. Rocafort on how BALISONG was conceived and photos of the awardees were flashed on screen.
The program was commenced by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, Doxology CALABARZON March and Batangas Hymn byn select students of Batangas Province High School for Culture and Arts. Mr. Eleazar Magsino, Principal II of Balayan SHS with his well-modulated voice greeted everyone as the program began and introduced the facilitators Mr. Rundolph Abanto and Ms. Bernardine Eloisa Brotonel who acknowledged the distinguished guests and the officials of DepED – Batangas. Dr. Felizardo Bolaños, ASDS rendered the opening remarks followed by a dance number of students
from Batangas Province High School for
acknowledged and greeted the people who
ng bawat isa. Ang ganitong Gawad Balisong
Culture & Arts.
spent sleepless nights for the preparation
ay kumikilala sa mga kabayanihan at
of this event. He mentioned the different
mabubuting gawain ng mga guro! Ngayong
Hermilando Mandanas, Mrs. Merlita
cultural identities of Batangas which
hapon, tayo ay sinusukat ayon sa pagtupad
Pasatiempo gave her message. She received
includes BALISONG from which the
sa ating mandato at responsibilidad.”
the BALISONG plaque of appreciation for
acronym was formed for this symbolic
Those were the words of encouragement of
Batangas Province.
award. He congratulated and encouraged
Asec. Escobedo.
As representative of Hon. Gov.
An inspirational message was rendered by Regional Director Dr. Diosdado M.
everyone to continue being heroes to the students entrusted to their hands.
He explained how the DepEd Sec. Leonor M. Briones managed the budget set
San Antonio who quoted, “Hanga ako sa
Mr. David M. Nuay, Chief – SGOD,
mga Batangueno! Binabati ko ang Sangay
introduced the guest speaker Asec. Revsee A.
education from Grade 1 to Grade 12 and
ng Batangas sa pagkakaroon ng ganitong
Escobedo of the Service & Project Management
those outside formal education.
parangal. Congratulations to the winners.
Human Resources and Development of the
As nominees, you are all winners!”
Department of Education.
As an epitome of strong leadership and integrity, Dr. Carlito D. Rocafort
“Naniniwala ako na lahat ng
for Education. He also stressed on free basic
To energize the audience, Mrs. Beulah Goquanco, Head Teacher III of Malvar District rendered a song number.
nominadong narito ay panalo na sa mata
“Hanga ako sa mga Batangueno! Binabati ko ang Sangay ng Batangas sa pagkakaroon ng ganitong parangal." -Dr. Diosdado M. San Antonio
The nominees
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he most awaited time comes - the presentation of the nominees and awarding of winners:
I.The awarding of Most Outstanding Elementary teachers. The nominees were: 1.Dr. Basiliza G. Sacdalan – Balayan East Central School, Balayan District (Area 1) 2.Lorilyn R. Ebreo – Manghinao Elementary School, Bauan District (Area 2) 3.Dr. Lorna P. Custodio – Sta. Cruz Elementary School, Sto. Tomas North District (Area 3) 4.Lennie B. De Mesa – Itlugan Elementary School, Rosario West District (Area 4) And the award for Most Outstanding Teacher goes to Dr. Basiliza G. Sacdalan. II.For the most outstanding Secondary teacher, the nominees were: 1. Julita C. Arboleda – Gov. Feliciano Leviste Memorial National HS, Lemery District (Area 1) 2.Rosanna G. Coronel – Bauan Technical High School, Bauan West District (Area 2) 3.Dr. Crisjee B. Silvestre – San Pedro National High School, Sto. Tomas South District (Area 3) 4.Rizza P. Suarez – Dr. Juan Pastor MNHS, Ibaan District (Area 4) The Most Outstanding Secondary School Teacher is Dr. Crisjee B. Silvestre.
III.For Most Outstanding Elementary School Head, the nominees were:
V.For the Most Outstanding Public School District Supervisor, the nominees were:
1.Dr. Loida P. Rosales – Balayan East Central School, Balayan East District (Area 1) 2.Dr. Emiteria B. Villamor – Mabini Central School, Mabini District (Area 2) 3.Jennifer H. Cabello – Banyaga Elementary School, Agoncillo District (Area 3) 4.Dr. Orlie G. Del Mundo – Rosario East Central School, Rosario East District (Area 4)
1.Dr. Anabel R. Marasigan – Calaca District (Area 1) 2.Dr. Guillerma L. Bilog – Sto. Tomas South District (Area 3) 3.Dr. Julita E. Ilagan – Padre Garcia District (Area 4)
The Most Outstanding Elementary School Head is Dr. Emiteria B. Villamor. IV.For the Most Outstanding Secondary School Head, the nominees were: 1.Dr. Aprilito C. De Guzman – Balayan National High School, Balayan East District (Area 1) 2. Dulce Amor M. Abante – Malaking Pook National High School, San Pascual District (Area 2) 3.Annabelle F. De Roxas – Bayorbor National High School, MataasnaKahoy District (Area 3) 4.Dr. Nenita A. Adame – Dr. Juan A. Pastor MNHS, Ibaan District (Area 4) The award goes to Dr. Aprilito C. De Guzman of Balayan National High School.
The award goes to Dr. Julita E. Ilajan Ed. D. of Padre Garcia District. VI.The Most Outstanding Education Program Supervisor is Mr. Mario B. Maramot, EPS I – Science VII.The Most Outstanding Non-Teaching Personnel (SDO Level) is Mrs. Layne D. Ortega, Budget Officer III VIII.For the Most Outstanding ALS MOBILE Teacher, the nominees were: 1.Jenelyn M. Castillo – Bauan West District (Area 2) 2.Cristy R. Sanez – Cuenca District (Area 3) 3.Joy A. Bautista – Rosario East District (Area 4) The award goes to Jennelyn M. Castillo of Bauan West District.
IX.For the Most Outstanding District ALS Coordinator, the nominees were: 1.Vincent Paul M. Cabral – Nasugbu West District (Area 1) 2.Ana D. Banaag – San Luis District (Area 2) 3.Cristeta A. Landicho – Laurel District (Area 3) 4.Josefina M. Comia – Rosario East District (Area 4) The award goes to Josefina M. Comia of Rosario East District.
The award goes to Balayan East Central School. XIII.For the Most Outstanding Campus Journalism Program in Secondary Level, the nominees were: 1.Batangas Province High School for Culture & Arts – San Pascual District (Area 2) 2.Buhay na Sapa National High School – San Juan West District (Are 4)
X.For the Most Effective School Reading Program in Elementary Level, the nominees were:
The award goes to Batangas Province High School for Culture & Arts.
1.Lemery Pilot Elementary School – Lemery District (Area 1) 2.CENTEX Batangas – Bauan West District (Area 2) 3.Sta. Maria Elementary School – Sto. Tomas South District (Area 3) 4.Ibaan Central School – Ibaan District (Area 4)
XIV.For the Most Effective Action Research in Elementary Level, the nominees were:
The award goes to Lemery Pilot Elementary School.
1.Edilberta R. Manalo – Dacanlao G. Agoncollo Elementary School, Calaca District (Area 1) 2.Sheryl M. Maldia & Agnes B. Malvar – Sta. Anastacia ES, Sto. Tomas North District (Area 3) 3.Shirley F. Inandan & Donna R. Hornilla – Rosario East CS, Rosario East District (Area 4)
XI.For the Most Effective School Reading Program in Secondary Level, the nominees were:
The award goes to Edilberta R. Manalo of Dacanlao G. Agoncillo ES.
1.Dacanlao G. Agoncillo National High School – Calaca District (Area 1) 2.Bauan Technical High School – Bauan West District (Area 2) 3.Wenceslao Trinidad National High School – Laurel District (Area 3) 4.Padre Garcia National High School – Padre Garcia District (Area 4)
XV.For the Most Effective Action Research in Secondary Level, the nominees were:
The award goes to Dacanlao G. Agoncillo National High School. XII.For the Most Outstanding Campus Journalism Program in Elementary Level, the nominees were: 1.Balayan East Central School – Balayan East District (Area 1) 2.Cuenca Central School – Cuenca District (Area 3)
1.Gloria C. Salazar – Dacanlao T. Agoncillo NHS, Calaca District (Area 1) 2.Evelyn C. Madlangbayan – Bauan Technical High School, Bauan West District (Area 2) 3.Lanny A. Tolentino & Jhoan O. Suarez – Wenceslao Trinidad NHS, Laurel District (Area 3) 4.Cris T. Zita & Fe R. Caringal – Dr. Juan A. Pastor MNHS, Ibaan District (Area 4) The award goes to Gloria C. Salazar of Dacanlao T. Agoncillo NHS. XVI.For the Best SBM Implementer in Elementary Level, the nominees were:
1.San Isidro Labac Elementary School, Lemery District (Area1) 2.Lobo Elementary School, Lobo District (Area 2) 3.Subic Elementary School, Agoncillo District (Area 3) 4.San Felipe Elementary School, Padre Garcia District (Area 4) The award goes to Subic Elementary School of Agoncillo District. XVII.For the Best SBM Implementer in Secondary Level, the nominees were: 1.Balayan National High School – Balayan East District (Area 1) 2.Bauan Technical High School – Bauan West District (Area 2) 3.Wenceslao Trinidan National High School – Laurel District (Area 3) 4.Itlugan National High School – Rosario West District (Area 4) The award goes to Bauan Technical High School of Bauan West District. XVIII.For the Most Outstanding GAD Implementer – Indivual Category, the nominees were: 1.Dr. Yorina C. Manalo – Balayan National High School, Balayan East District (Area 1) 2.Lemie C. Onda – Calumpang Elementary School, San Luis District (Area 2) The award goes to Dr. Yorina C. Manalo of Balayan National High School. Dep ED-Batangas also recognized other salient awards. The schools’ outstanding performance in journalism. ALS, Brigada Eskwela, DRRM, School-to-School Partnership and others were given special awards.
SPECIAL AWARDS
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PECIAL AWARDS for AUGUST 18, 2017
For Journalism 1.Top Performing District in Campus Journalism, SY 2016-2017 – Balayan East District 2.Top Performing Secondary School in Campus Journalism, SY 2016-2017 – Buhay na Sapa NHS, San Juan West District 3.Outstanding Performance in Campus Journalism (Group Category) Elementary English: The Volcano – San Nicolas Central School First Place – Best School Paper in the Philippines, SY 2016-2017 4.Outstanding Performance in Campus Journalism (Group Category) Elementary Filipino: Ang Silangang Balayan – Balayan East Central School Third Place – Best School Paper in the Philippines, SY 2016-2017 For ALS 1.Outstanding Local Government Unit – Category A (1st – 3rd Class Municipality Hon. Sofronio Manuel C. Ona – Municipal Mayor, Calaca Batangas 2.Outstanding Local Government Unit – Category B (4th – 6th Class Municipality) Hon. Samuel Noel B. Ocampo – San Luis, Batangas 3.Barangays with Zero Out of School Youth Barangay Malalim na Sanog, Lobo, Batangas Barangay Poblacion 2, Laurel, Batangas Barangay Zone 1, Taal, Batangas Division Search for Most Sustainable and EcoFriendly School
1.Champion – Pinagtongulan Elementary School, Cuenca District 2.Special Award – Most Collaborative San Pascual Elementary School, San Pascual District Regional GAWAD KALASAG 1.Urban Category – First Place Calaca Central School, Calaca District 2.Rural Category – Second Place Maabud National High School, San Nicolas District
Best DRRM Implementers/Coordinators 1.Michelle E. Casanova – Calaca Central School, Calaca District 2.Christian M. Calubag – Maabud National High School, San Nicolas District Best School-to-School Partnership 1.Bayorbor National High School 2.Santol-Manggahan Elementary School
For Division Brigada Eskwela Implementers 2017 Elementary Level
For Division Brigada Eskwela Implementers 2017 Secondary Level