greatness never ends3rd GAWAD BALISONG AWARDING CEREMONY

What 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 functioned efficiently for its success. There was a smooth coordination of every one.

Another salient aspect of this awarding was the preliminary activity done in screening the best employees. The candidates had their PowerPoint presentation of their best outputs and accomplishments. They also underwent rigid interview under the panel

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 mesmerized by the elegant colorful flowers on stage and the fabulous gowns and formal attires of the nominees.

Another distinct feature of the year’s BALISONG Award is the recognition of the Best School-to-School Partnership Program and additional special awards like Campus Journalism and Loyalty Awards.

This 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.

Who's present in GAWAD BALISONG?

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

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

this is the momentAwardees exuded steps of success on the aisle

The 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 Culture & Arts.

As representative of Hon. Gov. Hermilando Mandanas, Mrs. Merlita Pasatiempo gave her message. She received the BALISONG plaque of appreciation for Batangas Province.

An inspirational message was rendered by Regional Director Dr. Diosdado M. San Antonio who quoted, “Hanga ako sa mga Batangueno! Binabati ko ang Sangay ng Batangas sa pagkakaroon ng ganitong parangal. Congratulations to the winners. As nominees, you are all winners!”

As an epitome of strong leadership and integrity, Dr. Carlito D. Rocafort

acknowledged and greeted the people who spent sleepless nights for the preparation of this event. He mentioned the different cultural identities of Batangas which includes BALISONG from which the acronym was formed for this symbolic award. He congratulated and encouraged everyone to continue being heroes to the students entrusted to their hands.

Mr. David M. Nuay, Chief – SGOD, introduced the guest speaker Asec. Revsee A. Escobedo of the Service & Project Management Human Resources and Development of the Department of Education.

“Naniniwala ako na lahat ng 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

ng bawat isa. Ang ganitong Gawad Balisong ay kumikilala sa mga kabayanihan at mabubuting gawain ng mga guro! Ngayong hapon, tayo ay sinusukat ayon sa pagtupad sa ating mandato at responsibilidad.” Those were the words of encouragement of Asec. Escobedo.

He explained how the DepEd Sec. Leonor M. Briones managed the budget set for Education. He also stressed on free basic education from Grade 1 to Grade 12 and those outside formal education.

To energize the audience, Mrs. Beulah Goquanco, Head Teacher III of Malvar District rendered a song number.

the nominees The 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:

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)

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.

V.For the Most Outstanding Public School District Supervisor, the nominees were:

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 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.

X.For the Most Effective School Reading Program in Elementary Level, the nominees were:

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)

The award goes to Lemery Pilot Elementary School.

XI.For the Most Effective School Reading Program in Secondary Level, the nominees were:

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)

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)

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)

The award goes to Batangas Province High School for Culture & Arts.

XIV.For the Most Effective Action Research in Elementary Level, the nominees were:

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)

The award goes to Edilberta R. Manalo of Dacanlao G. Agoncillo ES.

XV.For the Most Effective Action Research in Secondary Level, the nominees were:

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 aWardsSPECIAL AWARDS for

AUGUST 18, 2017For Journalism1.Top Performing District in Campus Journalism, SY 2016-2017 – Balayan East District2.Top Performing Secondary School in Campus Journalism, SY 2016-2017 – Buhay na Sapa NHS, San Juan West District3.Outstanding Performance in Campus Journalism (Group Category)Elementary English: The Volcano – San Nicolas Central SchoolFirst Place – Best School Paper in the Philippines, SY 2016-20174.Outstanding Performance in Campus Journalism (Group Category)Elementary Filipino: Ang Silangang Balayan – Balayan East Central SchoolThird Place – Best School Paper in the Philippines, SY 2016-2017

For ALS1.Outstanding Local Government Unit – Category A (1st – 3rd Class MunicipalityHon. Sofronio Manuel C. Ona – Municipal Mayor, Calaca Batangas2.Outstanding Local Government Unit – Category B (4th – 6th Class Municipality)Hon. Samuel Noel B. Ocampo – San Luis, Batangas3.Barangays with Zero Out of School YouthBarangay Malalim na Sanog, Lobo, BatangasBarangay Poblacion 2, Laurel, BatangasBarangay Zone 1, Taal, Batangas

Division Search for Most Sustainable and Eco-Friendly School

1.Champion – Pinagtongulan Elementary School, Cuenca District2.Special Award – Most CollaborativeSan Pascual Elementary School, San Pascual District

Regional GAWAD KALASAG1.Urban Category – First PlaceCalaca Central School, Calaca District2.Rural Category – Second PlaceMaabud National High School, San Nicolas District

For Division Brigada Eskwela Implementers 2017 Elementary Level

For Division Brigada Eskwela Implementers 2017 Secondary Level

Best DRRM Implementers/Coordinators1.Michelle E. Casanova – Calaca Central School, Calaca District2.Christian M. Calubag – Maabud National High School, San Nicolas District

Best School-to-School Partnership1.Bayorbor National High School2.Santol-Manggahan Elementary School