Fr. Joseph Haw, S.J., President of Xavier School and renowned advocate for need-supportive teaching, took center stage on the second day of the STEP 2024 Conference at Marist School Marikina. His talk resonated deeply, especially when juxtaposed with the global human resource platform Remote’s 2024 Global Life-Work Balance Index, where the
July 23, 2024
When the Supreme Court clarified on Friday, July 12, 2024, that it had not issued a ruling to compel Congress to pass an anti-dynasty law, it was not just a correction of misinformation. It was a reminder of a long-standing political issue that continues to elude resolution. SC Spokesperson Camille Ting
July 22, 2024
Technology integration drives meaningful change in today’s fast-changing education system. The ongoing STEP 2024 Conference at Marist School Marikina underscores this transformation, highlighting how technology liberates educators and, in effect, empowers students. Professional development, teacher collaboration, and the integration of advanced classroom technology enhance teacher capabilities, enrich learning, and elevate educational
July 20, 2024
Amidst changing global dynamics and internal obstacles, the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is at a turning point, ready to reassume its position as a furnace for leadership and national service. Looking back on my time as a reserved officer, I can see how important it is to shape disciplined, patriotic
July 15, 2024
THE NATIONAL Achievement Test (NAT) and the Basic Education Exit Assessment (BEEA) have been central to the debate on the country’s education quality. These are designed to gauge our students’ academic proficiency and preparedness in Grades 3, 6, 10, and 12. However, challenges and concerns have been raised over the years,
July 13, 2024
Poor fishing threatens Iloilo’s economy and food security. Daily Guardian recently cited the Institute of Contemporary Economics (ICE) report that fisheries output dropped 42.1% from 2020 to 2023, the most significant drop in four decades. From 2021 to 2023, the industry value fell from nearly PhP 10 billion to 5.417 billion. This
July 12, 2024
MGA MUNTING Tinig (Small Voices),” a 2002 film that delves deep into our state of education, begins with a scene that resonates with many. As an idealistic music teacher, Alessandra de Rossi (Melinda) asks an older teacher why she chose to become a teacher. The experienced teacher’s response reveals a sense
July 8, 2024
In the heart of every thriving school lies a strong and positive culture, often described as the school’s invisible yet pervasive heartbeat. This culture, which significantly impacts every aspect of school life, from the staff’s morale to student achievement, is mainly shaped by the leadership within the institution. The importance of school leaders in shaping and
July 6, 2024
In a world where religious doctrines and social conventions frequently collide, it is admirable and refreshing to see a well-known institution take a brave stance on a divisive topic. That is precisely what the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) Theology Department did by announcing a solid statement favoring the Absolute Divorce
July 5, 2024
