Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III – CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF NUEVA ECIJA
ACTIVITY COMPLETION REPORT

Title of Activity 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 2023

October 10-13 ,2023

Date & Venue
Ecotech, Lahug Cebu City
Participants 1 ASDS, 1EPS, EPSA, LGU, Private Stakeholders
Source of Fund N/A
- Increase awareness of key education stakeholders on
current initiatives of the DepEd geared on building a
culture literacy
- Strengthen intercultural and inclusive teaching and
learning practices in an ever-changing education
landscape;
Objectives - Intensify stakeholder participation in community-
based literacy development
- Gather policy recommendations that may influence
shape or impact approaches strategies and
mechanisms at the national and local level in
building a culture literacy in the country

Executive The theme: “Building a Culture of Literacy: The Power

Summary of Communities as Catalysts of Literacy Development,” was
attended by more than 500 participants from DepEd, LGUs,
and Private Stakeholders. The speakers emphasize the
importance of literacy and the role of the community in
developing sustainable literacy.
“Our goal is to promote functional literacy and ensure
that every Filipino possesses the skills and knowledge in
real life, equipping individuals with the ability to make
informed decisions, communicate effectively, and actively
participate in the workforce and society,”- VP/DepEd Sec.
Sara Z. Duterte.
The inclusivity on literacy was also highlighted in the
conference. That: Building a Culture of Literacy Towards a
MATATAG Nation, Strengthening Intercultural and Inclusive
Teaching and Learning Practices, Recognizing the Vital Role
of Communities in Literacy Development, at Advancing
Literacy Through Research and Development.

“The journey to promote literacy is not without its

Address: Brgy. Rizal, Santa Rosa, Nueva Ecija 3101
Telephone No.: (044) 940 3121
Email: nueva.ecija@deped.gov.ph
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 challenges, but as we come together to share our
experiences, knowledge, and innovative approaches, we
become a formidable force for change. We are the ones who
can break down the barriers to learning whether they be
social, economic, or cultural,”- Undersecretary for
Curriculum and Teaching Gina O. Gonong

Insights The conference encouraged the educators, LGUs and

private stakeholders in embracing the changing society by
promoting literacy in every community and accept the
challenges that we are facing in the field of education.

Agreements
To become one of the advocates of literacy and
contribute in innovating approaches in education.

Therefore, it is reassuring that educators must be

Recommendations innovative, inclusivity must be evident, participation of
LGUs must be strengthened and contribute in policy
making.

Participants from SDO Nueva Ecija

 Picture with one of the speakers

Prepared by MA. TERESA D. COHEN

EPS II-ALS

JAYNE M. GARCIA, EdD, CSEE

Reviewed
Chief Education Supervisor, CID