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Iloilo: The Schools Division of Iloilo will implement a community literacy project in support of the vision of the national government to improve the performance of learners. According to Philippines News Agency, Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Ernesto Servillon Jr. announced that the ‘Kasimaryo Ko, Tudlo-an Ko’ (My Neighbor, I will Mentor) initiative will be rolled out in partnership with barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials. This announcement followed a convergence meeting with stakeholders on June 26. The project was conceptualized to address the urgent need for literacy improvements, aligning with the vision of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education

Surigao del norte: The Surigao del Norte Police Provincial Office (SDNPPO) announced the arrest of 33 wanted persons during 40 manhunt operations conducted throughout June. Among those apprehended were eight individuals identified as the most wanted at both provincial and municipal levels, while the remaining 25 were categorized as other wanted persons. According to Philippines News Agency, Col. Warren Dablo, the SDNPPO director, praised the operational successes of his personnel, emphasizing their essential role in maintaining peace and order in the province throughout June 2025. In addition to these arrests, the SDNPPO reported significant outcomes from their anti-illegal drugs campaign,

Manila: The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has received a significant donation of 600 computer sets from Concentrix Philippines (CNX). These computers are destined for schools in underserved communities, aiming to bridge the digital divide and enhance educational opportunities for students in these areas. According to Philippines News Agency, DICT Secretary Henry Aguda expressed gratitude towards CNX for their support in the “Digital Bayanihan” initiative. This effort aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure connectivity across all schools in the nation. Aguda emphasized the importance of cooperation, stating, “Bayanihan (cooperation) means heroes coming together and

Manila: Newly appointed Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairperson John Patrick Gregorio vowed to give his best as the head of the agency. “There is no dead end in a dream. And our dream is more gold and service to the 110 million Filipinos,” Gregorio stated during the Philippine Sports Association (PSA) Forum held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex conference hall in Manila. The forum was a significant event marked by Gregorio’s commitment to enhancing the nation’s sports landscape. According to Philippines News Agency, prior to attending the forum, Gregorio participated in the official turnover of the PSC flag with

Quezon city: A nationwide campaign that mobilizes local government units (LGUs) to lead local reading initiatives is expected to help improve foundational literacy rates and ease the strain on overstretched public school teachers, education officials said Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) co-chair Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo emphasized the pivotal role of local governments in supporting struggling readers through barangay reading hubs, mobile libraries, volunteer tutors, and community-based remediation programs. ‘If we truly want to reach children who struggle with reading, there needs to be coordination from the barangay to the