Get Trained and Get Hired with ELECTRON Technical Training Center!

Yes you've heard me right, ELECTRON is the name of the institution that will help you get skills training! An institution that has grown into many branches around and beyond the metro, it aims to have more skilled workers trained which will provide more employment opportunities as demands for workers rise in the global market.

Started back 2002 Electron Technical Training Center has built a credible reputation as the leading technical vocational school in the country offering a wide variety of courses that are truly in-demand. Founded by Dr. Domindador V. Solis., PhD, designed a course in learning leading them to work efficiently in the industry would be high possible. This gave a breakthrough in the Technical education.

Statement of Education Secretary Br. Armin Luistro FSC on PNoy’s SONA 2014

The Department of Education is one with President Benigno S. Aquino III in fulfilling his promises to the Filipino people. We remain committed to the Filipino learner. After addressing the inherited backlog of basic inputs, we continue to address the incremental requirements of enrollment growth and additional requirements with the introduction of Senior High School. In fact, it is only now in the history of the agency that we are going to build classrooms in preparation for FUTURE requirements. We are also hiring teachers at unprecedented levels that position our schools to provide quality education. The continued roll-out of the K to 12 curriculum sets the foundation for lasting reform of the Philippine educational system.

DepEd opens application for 2014 student employment

The Department of Education (DepEd), through the Office of the Undersecretary for Regional Operations, has opened the application for the Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) 2014.

SPES is an annual summer employment program that encourages students to make their vacation productive by working during summer thereby earning extra which they can use during regular school days. The program is spearheaded by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and supported by other government agencies. It aims to immerse the youth in the government and hone their sense of leadership and public service. 

Education officials prepare for Senior High School implementation

BAGUIO CITY – Department of Education (DepEd) officials nationwide gathered at Teachers Camp, Monday, for a workshop on Senior High School (SHS) implementation. Included in the program was a briefing on the SHS curriculum as well as a planning workshop on actual implementation per region. This was the latest in a series of workshops since 2013.

“As we approach 2016 we need to make sure that everyone in DepEd is on the same page,” Rizalino Rivera, Undersecretary for Regional Operations said, adding that while DepEd field offices have already been preparing since last year, it was necessary to share ideas and best practices.

DepEd sets early registration on January 25

The Department of Education (DepEd) has set January 25, 2014 (Saturday) as the date for early registration in all public elementary and secondary schools nationwide. One goal of DepEd Order No. 2 s.2014 is to gather information to base its preparations to address potential gaps that may arise even before regular enrollment.

“We want to prevent logistical problems when the new school year starts in June,” explains Education Secretary Br Armin Luistro FSC. “If our school heads know how many students they will have ahead of time, they can better prepare classrooms and seats and learning materials.”

#YolandaPH: Leyte Progressive High School students get free tuition in Manila

Students of Leyte Progressive High School (LPHS) of Tacloban City, who evacuated to Manila after being affected by the wrath of Typhoon Yolanda, can now enroll at various Chinese Schools in Metro Manila. The following school announced additional assistance:.

DepEd, private sector, celebrate World Teachers' Day

PASIG CITY – To recognize the unique role, service and commitment that teachers play in strengthening communities and building the nation, the Department of Education (DepEd) hosted a celebration honoring teachers, educators,professors, education officials, and other education stakeholders on October 5, 2013 at the Phil Sports Arena (formerly ULTRA). With the theme “My Teacher, My Hero,” the event is in line with the international celebration of World Teachers' Day 

Get Rockin' This School Year With School of Rock!

School starts and so is also a great way to rock the new academic year with a new hobby that can be transformed into a musical craft with the opening of School of Rock located at Greenhills Shopping Center. Yes you heard me right, it is a school where you get to learn how to rock. Compared to music schools, it focus more of the practical lessons on how to play instruments and even vocals.

Children can start young to be the next big thing as rockstars of the future with School of Rock which started in the US and the opening of the school is the first in Asia. Schedules are also flexible for students who wants to study after class and even in weekends. The school is complete with instruments like guitars, drums, keyboards, mikes and a lot of collection of rock classics which they can get inspiration to rock on.

Australian Catholic University Manila Program announces recipients of Esteban Scholarships

The Australian Catholic University (ACU) Manila Program is proud to announce this year’s recipients of the “Esteban Scholarship Awards”.

           

Aaron Olaguera from Fortridge Asian School and Julius Pungtilan from Baguio City National High School received respectively 100% and 50% scholarships.

Named after Eleanor Esteban, one of the pioneers in transnational education in the Philippines, the “Esteban Scholarship Awards” are given to qualified students for the entire 3-year program in Manila. A full scholarship is valued at AUD $5,400 per year.

PNoy signs K to 12 into law

MALACANANG - President Benigno S. Aquino III signed today the K to 12 law, a landmark piece of legislation that institutionalizes 12 years of basic education, making it responsive to global educational standards. The law – which introduces two additional years in secondary education and makes Kindergarten mandatory among 5-year olds – is expected to give graduates better choices in the field of work or further education.

Australia As Top Study Destination in IDP Fair

Australia is highlighted once more as among the world’s best education destinations in the next education fair organized by IDP Education Philippines this month.

The Australian Education Exhibition 2013 will be held at the Marco Polo Hotel in Davao on Friday, May 17. It moves to the Dusit Thani Makati the following day, culminating with its Cebu staging at the Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu on Sunday, May 19.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s Institute of Statistics reports that Australia ranks among the top five destinations for tertiary education among the world’s mobile students. In 2010, it received 17% of the total number of students hosted in the East Asia and Pacific countries, second only to the United States.

From July 2011 to June 2012, there were 2,633 Filipino students who went to Australia to study, making it the Number 1 study destination of Filipinos.

DepEd releases kinder assessment tool to respond to learning needs

The Department of Education has issued the guidelines in assessing the year-end school readiness of kindergarten to check on their pre-schooling progress with the end-view of providing them with specific learning intervention.

Kindergarten education has been made mandatory in public schools in 2011 by virtue of Republic Act 10157. To assess the performance level of all kinder pupils DepEd came up with School Readiness Year-end Assessment (SReYA).

Bradford Business School receives top American accolade

Bradford University School of Management (BSOM) joins the world’s elite of business schools as it receives a quality award from an American body, giving it the ‘triple crown’ of accreditations.

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) particularly praised BSOM for the quality of its programmes and research; its international operations in Europe, the Middle East, India and Far East; and for its relationships with and support for alumni.

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"AACSB congratulates Bradford University School of Management on earning accreditation, and we welcome them into the family of AACSB-accredited business schools. This represents the highest achievement for an educational institution that awards business degrees," said John J. Fernandes, president and chief executive officer of AACSB International.

DepEd invites the public to witness the GO! Education Finale this weekend

How far have Department of Education and the private sector gone in improving the country’s public school system?

This will be answered during the Greater Opportunities! (GO!) Education Finale exhibit slated on Feb 9 – 10 at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia.

The event aims to create public awareness on the accomplishments thus far of the department especially in improving teacher quality, reform in the basic education curriculum through K to 12 as well as initiatives to fill up education resource gaps to achieve zero backlog by the end of 2013.

Be Better Educator With Books

Education is also getting fast-paced with the access to the internet and also more affordable  gadgets which gives more people a opportunity to own a laptop, a smartphone or a tablet. And from these technological breakthrough that one can also be utilized in teaching which can provide better learning experience and also more convenient for the teachers.

Reading references and even novels (fiction or non-fiction) makes one's mind very active in thinking and processing a lot of information which one can also get techniques for teaching. 

Though I may not be an educator (yet), I have several relative who are and knew that this vocation is hard but rewarding in many ways. Having the right tools and information does make one more creative and also effective in schools.

Education outcomes up in Sarangani

Parents in New Canaan, one of the most remote and unvisited barangays in Alabel, Sarangani dream that their children graduate from college or at least finish Grade 6. But Analie Eday, a lumad like them, knows that as an education worker, her first order of the day is for the children to learn how to read because that is the parents’ more frequently mentioned and telling aspiration everytime she talks to them.

So what motivates Analie: “I am offended at seeing my fellow lumads exploited simply because they do not know how to read and write. That is motivation enough for me,” she said.

Outstanding cities and municipalities win literacy awards

The Literacy Coordinating Council of the Department of Education has revealed the winners of the 2012 National Literacy Awards. This award recognizes outstanding local government units that made remarkable inroads in bringing literacy to more community constituency.

Education Secretary Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC said the awards bring home the point that education is a very rewarding investment for the LGUs because an educated constituency can bring more progress to the community. “When the LGU invests in education, they are better armed to solve persistent social problems such as peace and order and livelihood,” added Luistro.  

Bradford MBA Manila opens fall registration

The University of Bradford School of Management (BSOM) has announced the opening of fall registration for its MBA programme in Manila.

Subjects being offered for fall classes which will commence on October 2012 are Strategic Management, Business Accounting, Business Economics, Corporate Finance, and Corporate Marketing.

The only school in Manila with AMBA and EQUIS accreditation, Bradford’s Executive MBA programme flies in international faculty to facilitate classes in person. Local tutors assist to bring relevance and application to various topics and issues.

DLSU’s New Scholarship Programs

To make Lasallian education accessible to all, De La Salle University launched new scholarships during its centennial year. The new programs, namely The T.A.F.T. 100 (Top Achievers in the Freshman Test), The Vaugirard Scholarship Program, and Gokongwei Grants are offered to some of the country’s most outstanding students, including those who came from public high schools, and those who are inclined to take engineering programs.  

The new scholarship programs were designed to cater to specific groups and to give students the opportunity to have a brighter future.  The T.A.F.T. 100 automatically entitles students who topped the College Entrance Test to a 10 per cent tuition discount. The Vaugirard Scholarship Program is given to 50 deserving public school graduates, who get a full scholarship and Php 10,000 monthly stipend. 

ACADEMY OF ROCK: Where Great Musicians Are Born

As an institution which strongly believes in holistic learning, Academy Of Rock (AOR) provides a conducive environment for students to build and develop their character, inspire creativity and forge lasting relationships through the process of learning.

In the 5 years that we have been in operation, AOR’s successes and achievements have exceeded all expectations. In 2011, we were awarded the Promising SME 500 2012 from Small Medium Business Association (SMBA), Singapore. We distinguish ourselves from many other music institutions by ensuring that our teachers are internationally certified to conduct music lessons. It is part of AOR’s culture to expose students to a diverse range of musical experiences as such our students are given opportunities to perform at world-class art venues locally as well as abroad.