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The
THE READING TEACHER English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy
Plant Good Seeds of Learning through Reading
Reading is the most

Carla M. Mas • Don Marcelo C. Marty High School • SDO Zambales
fundamental skill that children need to

Are you a working parent who is busy the
whole day? Do you find ample time to teach
your children to read or a minute to read
front of your child. Watching you reading magazines,
newspapers, and books shows your child that
reading is important. Encourage your child to join
Reading TEACHER
learn not only academically but also in something for them at home? Maybe after you with his or her own book while you are reading. TEACHING READING IN VARIED FORMS
preparation for lifelong success. Reading reading this you can find the time. A good environment sets the stage. The best teachers teach from the heart, not from the books. Therefore, whichever form or modality the
skills are used in all school subjects. This is KEYS TO GETTING YOUR CHILD Prepare a corner at your home with books that teaching reading takes place, as long as the teacher teaches with the welfare of the learners at heart,
also an indicator of how well a learner can INTERESTED IN READING your child can explore and read. When you are with
determine success in school and in life. The earlier you start, the better your children and it’s your reading time, eliminate
success can be envisioned.
Reading is a basic skill on which
TIME to READ
It is never too late or too early to begin. distractions.
all other learning skills depend on. As you often read to young children, point to Practice your own skills.
Children start reading at home through the pictures or move your fingers under the When you read to your children, use proper use
the initiatives and proper motivation of words, they will soon learn that pictures tell a of tone, intonation, pitch, etc. which will make the
parents. If we help children develop their story and the words tell something in the whole story come to life. Use your voice to put drama or
reading skills, surely, they will succeed in sentence. humor to make your child enjoy reading.
the future. Because of this, it is encouraged Time means LOVE. Try to keep them dangling.
to build strong reading skills by helping our Make a commitment to set aside a regular Start a book, arouse the child’s interest and then
children. block of time to read to your child. In the eyes stop while the interest is high. Some children will
of a child, LOVE is spelled as T….I….M….E. ask for more details while others will ask for a book
Think about the positive message of reading so that they can continue to read and finish it for
that will be sent to your child. themselves.
Encourage reading at home and Accept your child’s pace.
everywhere in between. The younger the child, the shorter the attention
Teach your child that reading is more span. Do not overdo or force the child in reading.
than just for books. Practice reading menus, You want the child to ask for more, not beg you to
movie names, road signs, game instructions, stop.
and more—show your child that reading is Teach them to find information.
everywhere. When your child asks a question about
Listening shows commitment. something in the book: answer his/her queries. If
Make time to listen to your child about you do not know the answer, just tell him/her that
something he/she saw or talk about a book that you can help him/her find the answer to other books.
he/she has read. You cannot always drop off Expand the imagination.
everything but if you can, do so. Let the child imagine what he/she reads. Ask
Select books and discover your child’s the child what happened or what might happen.
ability to understand Relate what you read to what you experience. Seek
Involve them in selecting books. If possible response and enlarge the child’s horizons. Help your
introduce them to a bookstore or library. child apply what he or she is reading to everyday life.
Helping your children to select books to read Making connections between books and your child’s
will help them discover their interests. own experience can help increase his or her interest
Assess your child’s reading level in reading.
If your child has difficulty reading and Give the gift of approval and reward.
gets frustrated easily, take a step back and see When your child shares a reading experience,
where he or she is struggling. Find books that listen and respond positively. Your approval is a
fit your child’s ability to read. But if the book major source of encouragement.
holds the child’s interest, do not refuse the Let us give our children the best preparation for
opportunity to learn. their future. Start developing the habits of reading
Set an example for us to make them good and productive learners
Act as a role model and members of the society. A little encouragement
and read in to our children can boost them to great
accomplishment.
Grace M. Echeche, EdD

Sherine Angelica Pitpit
The Official Newsletter in English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy of DepEd Region III
DepEd Regional Office III • Volume 1 • Issue 3 • SY 2021-2022
16
The
THE READING TEACHER English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy
Plant Good Seeds of Learning through Reading
Reading is the most

Carla M. Mas • Don Marcelo C. Marty High School • SDO Zambales
fundamental skill that children need to

Are you a working parent who is busy the
whole day? Do you find ample time to teach
your children to read or a minute to read
front of your child. Watching you reading magazines,
newspapers, and books shows your child that
reading is important. Encourage your child to join
Reading TEACHER
learn not only academically but also in something for them at home? Maybe after you with his or her own book while you are reading. TEACHING READING IN VARIED FORMS
preparation for lifelong success. Reading reading this you can find the time. A good environment sets the stage. The best teachers teach from the heart, not from the books. Therefore, whichever form or modality the
skills are used in all school subjects. This is KEYS TO GETTING YOUR CHILD Prepare a corner at your home with books that teaching reading takes place, as long as the teacher teaches with the welfare of the learners at heart,
also an indicator of how well a learner can INTERESTED IN READING your child can explore and read. When you are with
determine success in school and in life. The earlier you start, the better your children and it’s your reading time, eliminate
success can be envisioned.
Reading is a basic skill on which
TIME to READ
It is never too late or too early to begin. distractions.
all other learning skills depend on. As you often read to young children, point to Practice your own skills.
Children start reading at home through the pictures or move your fingers under the When you read to your children, use proper use
the initiatives and proper motivation of words, they will soon learn that pictures tell a of tone, intonation, pitch, etc. which will make the
parents. If we help children develop their story and the words tell something in the whole story come to life. Use your voice to put drama or
reading skills, surely, they will succeed in sentence. humor to make your child enjoy reading.
the future. Because of this, it is encouraged Time means LOVE. Try to keep them dangling.
to build strong reading skills by helping our Make a commitment to set aside a regular Start a book, arouse the child’s interest and then
children. block of time to read to your child. In the eyes stop while the interest is high. Some children will
of a child, LOVE is spelled as T….I….M….E. ask for more details while others will ask for a book
Think about the positive message of reading so that they can continue to read and finish it for
that will be sent to your child. themselves.
Encourage reading at home and Accept your child’s pace.
everywhere in between. The younger the child, the shorter the attention
Teach your child that reading is more span. Do not overdo or force the child in reading.
than just for books. Practice reading menus, You want the child to ask for more, not beg you to
movie names, road signs, game instructions, stop.
and more—show your child that reading is Teach them to find information.
everywhere. When your child asks a question about
Listening shows commitment. something in the book: answer his/her queries. If
Make time to listen to your child about you do not know the answer, just tell him/her that
something he/she saw or talk about a book that you can help him/her find the answer to other books.
he/she has read. You cannot always drop off Expand the imagination.
everything but if you can, do so. Let the child imagine what he/she reads. Ask
Select books and discover your child’s the child what happened or what might happen.
ability to understand Relate what you read to what you experience. Seek
Involve them in selecting books. If possible response and enlarge the child’s horizons. Help your
introduce them to a bookstore or library. child apply what he or she is reading to everyday life.
Helping your children to select books to read Making connections between books and your child’s
will help them discover their interests. own experience can help increase his or her interest
Assess your child’s reading level in reading.
If your child has difficulty reading and Give the gift of approval and reward.
gets frustrated easily, take a step back and see When your child shares a reading experience,
where he or she is struggling. Find books that listen and respond positively. Your approval is a
fit your child’s ability to read. But if the book major source of encouragement.
holds the child’s interest, do not refuse the Let us give our children the best preparation for
opportunity to learn. their future. Start developing the habits of reading
Set an example for us to make them good and productive learners
Act as a role model and members of the society. A little encouragement
and read in to our children can boost them to great
accomplishment.
Grace M. Echeche, EdD

The Official Newsletter in English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy of DepEd Region III
DepEd Regional Office III • Volume 1 • Issue 3 • SY 2021-2022
02 THE READING TEACHER English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy THE READING TEACHER
15
Live Chatting
This is nothing new; everyone learns in
their own way.
of the lesson to deliver and a proper
protocol for answering queries about
the lesson for better communication and
Refocus and Reignite the Teaching Reading
and Video
However, during COVID-19, proper reading activities.
students were exposed to a new mode of Chat and calling allow us to Grace M. Echeche, EdD • Guisguis National High School • SDO Zambales
learning in which they were not required communicate and interact with learners
to have face-to-face contact with the in real-time, resulting in an effective
Calling in the teachers. discussion and collaboration. Reading problems have been the pandemic, this was one of the school's were provided for the readers. In addition,
Nonetheless, there is a need to To be able to take on the challenge, a significant issue that every school has best practices. teachers conducted home visitations and
understand a strategy that can assist educators must be more computer attempted to solve since time immemorial. The COVID-19 pandemic has created home reading monitoring. Parents and
‘New Normal’
teachers in communicating with literate, or e-literate, and learn to use Every Child is a Reader (EGARP) is one of unprecedented economic, social, and guardians were asked to commit their time
students and parents, particularly when the available tools efficiently, as well as the Department of Education's pioneering political challenges worldwide. It has to oversee the reading time of the learners,
conducting a reading. apply all of their knowledge in chat. programs in attempting to eradicate resulted in more than a health crisis; it particularly the identified struggling
Live chatting and video calling During this pandemic, teachers illiteracy. What is more concerning has also resulted in an educational crisis. readers. Teachers were also involved in
Strategies in Monitoring the Reading must understand and monitor their (Dayagbil et al., 2021). Hence, all the more capacity-building to help understand
are two of the most effective means of currently is that, despite these efforts,
Performance of Learners communication during this pandemic to students' reading with this so-called struggling readers continue to rise, even to advocacy conducted was put on hold, and teaching reading and how they could include
deliver not only reading instructions to 'New Normal.' Having a good connection the secondary level. it in their subject across the curriculum.
the least mastered readers but also some with the students is one of the most Guisguis National High School Reading has always been considered
explanations and live chat discussions important aspects of an educator's job. established an adaptation of the above- one of the fundamental and lifelong skills
about the parts of the reading activity So that teachers can implement the mentioned program. A Reader Program was that every learner should possess. The PISA
2018 results have reminded the education
they do not understand. most effective method of monitoring and established for each Guisguisian. Initially, Reading has always sector that there is an urgent need to refocus
BERNARD A. MADRIAGA However, innovative teachers conducting reading tests for students to the reading program was designed as an
interested in using chat and video calling improve their reading performance. intervention program for struggling readers. been considered one on teaching and learning to read.
Schools Division of Zambales The Philippines is lagging, placing last
San Miguel National High School
for educational purposes should know
the characteristics of different chat and
Based on the teacher's and author's
experience using live chatting and video
As time passed, English and Filipino teachers of the fundamental and out of 77 countries participating in PISA.
refined the reading intervention into
video tasks according to the objective, calling to deliver clear reading activities Project FOCUS (Focalizing Contingency for lifelong skills that every The Philippines' average performance in
role of the moderator, and structure of and discussions, as well as to assess the overall reading literacy is at proficiency level
the interaction to be generated, to plan efficacy of live chatting and video calling
Unaddressed Struggling) Readers, with the learner should possess. 1a, which is one level below the minimum
goal of improving the reading performance
their activities accordingly. It means that as strategies for monitoring the reading of the identified struggling readers. This is proficiency level.
using the strategy of chatting and calling, performance of the least mastered in light of the change in the reading program the remediation conducted was not even Furthermore, this unfortunate result
you must have guidelines to follow. learners, this school-based reading in DepEd's 3B initiative (Hamon: Bawat allowed due to health restrictions. is aggravated by the COVID-19 crisis. As a
You must also have a good plan innovation was developed. Bata Bumabasa). With this, the Schools Division of result, now is the right time for teachers to
However, it has been observed that Zambales, whose advocacy is Reading to the begin working on enhancing their reading
more struggling readers reach Grade 7 Roots, challenged all the schools to align their programs and interventions. Schools
because of a consistent reading campaign. 3Bs Initiative to be attuned to the pandemic. should refocus on reading; teachers should
True to their reading advocacy, the reading As a response, Project FOCUS Readers rediscover their enthusiasm for teaching
teachers included reading screening during evolved into Project ACE (Advocating reading and prioritize the needs of their
enrolment and began conducting immediate Commitment and Enhancement of) Reading students. Only by engaging in these reading
reading remediation and commitment amidst the Pandemic. With so many activities will we be able to
agreements with their parents to devote limitations, teachers still reach for their make a difference in the
their time to help their children read. Until learners. Additional reading activities and kits lives of students.
GOING TO THE EXTRA MILE: As the pandemic hinders

face-to-face reading interventions, a gap was formed between
READERS VS. READING TEACHERS. The effectiveness of video calling and live chatting as reading teachers' strategies for teachers and learners. To bridge this gap in reading, the English
monitoring the reading performance of selected protégées at San Miguel National High School, as part of its reading program Project B.R.E.A.D. and Filipino teachers of Guisguis National High School take the
(Begin Reading for Enhancement, Assessment, and Development). extra mile to visit the learners, assess their reading skills, and
monitor their progress.
15
Live Chatting
This is nothing new; everyone learns in
their own way.
of the lesson to deliver and a proper
protocol for answering queries about
the lesson for better communication and
Refocus and Reignite the Teaching Reading
and Video
However, during COVID-19, proper reading activities.
students were exposed to a new mode of Chat and calling allow us to Grace M. Echeche, EdD • Guisguis National High School • SDO Zambales
learning in which they were not required communicate and interact with learners
to have face-to-face contact with the in real-time, resulting in an effective
Calling in the teachers. discussion and collaboration. Reading problems have been the pandemic, this was one of the school's were provided for the readers. In addition,
Nonetheless, there is a need to To be able to take on the challenge, a significant issue that every school has best practices. teachers conducted home visitations and
understand a strategy that can assist educators must be more computer attempted to solve since time immemorial. The COVID-19 pandemic has created home reading monitoring. Parents and
‘New Normal’
teachers in communicating with literate, or e-literate, and learn to use Every Child is a Reader (EGARP) is one of unprecedented economic, social, and guardians were asked to commit their time
students and parents, particularly when the available tools efficiently, as well as the Department of Education's pioneering political challenges worldwide. It has to oversee the reading time of the learners,
conducting a reading. apply all of their knowledge in chat. programs in attempting to eradicate resulted in more than a health crisis; it particularly the identified struggling
Live chatting and video calling During this pandemic, teachers illiteracy. What is more concerning has also resulted in an educational crisis. readers. Teachers were also involved in
Strategies in Monitoring the Reading must understand and monitor their (Dayagbil et al., 2021). Hence, all the more capacity-building to help understand
are two of the most effective means of currently is that, despite these efforts,
Performance of Learners communication during this pandemic to students' reading with this so-called struggling readers continue to rise, even to advocacy conducted was put on hold, and teaching reading and how they could include
deliver not only reading instructions to 'New Normal.' Having a good connection the secondary level. it in their subject across the curriculum.
the least mastered readers but also some with the students is one of the most Guisguis National High School Reading has always been considered
explanations and live chat discussions important aspects of an educator's job. established an adaptation of the above- one of the fundamental and lifelong skills
about the parts of the reading activity So that teachers can implement the mentioned program. A Reader Program was that every learner should possess. The PISA
2018 results have reminded the education
they do not understand. most effective method of monitoring and established for each Guisguisian. Initially, Reading has always sector that there is an urgent need to refocus
BERNARD A. MADRIAGA However, innovative teachers conducting reading tests for students to the reading program was designed as an
interested in using chat and video calling improve their reading performance. intervention program for struggling readers. been considered one on teaching and learning to read.
Schools Division of Zambales The Philippines is lagging, placing last
San Miguel National High School
for educational purposes should know
the characteristics of different chat and
Based on the teacher's and author's
experience using live chatting and video
As time passed, English and Filipino teachers of the fundamental and out of 77 countries participating in PISA.
refined the reading intervention into
video tasks according to the objective, calling to deliver clear reading activities Project FOCUS (Focalizing Contingency for lifelong skills that every The Philippines' average performance in
role of the moderator, and structure of and discussions, as well as to assess the overall reading literacy is at proficiency level
the interaction to be generated, to plan efficacy of live chatting and video calling
Unaddressed Struggling) Readers, with the learner should possess. 1a, which is one level below the minimum
goal of improving the reading performance
their activities accordingly. It means that as strategies for monitoring the reading of the identified struggling readers. This is proficiency level.
using the strategy of chatting and calling, performance of the least mastered in light of the change in the reading program the remediation conducted was not even Furthermore, this unfortunate result
you must have guidelines to follow. learners, this school-based reading in DepEd's 3B initiative (Hamon: Bawat allowed due to health restrictions. is aggravated by the COVID-19 crisis. As a
You must also have a good plan innovation was developed. Bata Bumabasa). With this, the Schools Division of result, now is the right time for teachers to
However, it has been observed that Zambales, whose advocacy is Reading to the begin working on enhancing their reading
more struggling readers reach Grade 7 Roots, challenged all the schools to align their programs and interventions. Schools
because of a consistent reading campaign. 3Bs Initiative to be attuned to the pandemic. should refocus on reading; teachers should
True to their reading advocacy, the reading As a response, Project FOCUS Readers rediscover their enthusiasm for teaching
teachers included reading screening during evolved into Project ACE (Advocating reading and prioritize the needs of their
enrolment and began conducting immediate Commitment and Enhancement of) Reading students. Only by engaging in these reading
reading remediation and commitment amidst the Pandemic. With so many activities will we be able to
agreements with their parents to devote limitations, teachers still reach for their make a difference in the
their time to help their children read. Until learners. Additional reading activities and kits lives of students.
GOING TO THE EXTRA MILE: As the pandemic hinders

face-to-face reading interventions, a gap was formed between
READERS VS. READING TEACHERS. The effectiveness of video calling and live chatting as reading teachers' strategies for teachers and learners. To bridge this gap in reading, the English
monitoring the reading performance of selected protégées at San Miguel National High School, as part of its reading program Project B.R.E.A.D. and Filipino teachers of Guisguis National High School take the
(Begin Reading for Enhancement, Assessment, and Development). extra mile to visit the learners, assess their reading skills, and
monitor their progress.
03
PRINCIPLES IN LNHS School-Based Reading

VOCABULARY
“BAWAT BATA BUMABASA”
Juanito M. Pamitangco• Lipay National High School • SDO Zambales
TEACHING Reading, a skill that is vital to learning, is very challenging to be developed.
T
he Corona Virus Disease 2019 or known as CoViD-19 conferencing applications like Microsoft Teams, the language
has tremendously changed the education landscape teachers were able to reach out to those students who have
Bernadette L. Lejarde, PhD, MAGC • SDO Pampanga
around the world (Reimer et al., 2021). This changed difficulties in reading. The teachers give the students reading
the usual way of teaching, turning the usual face to face materials filled with activities that make them excited and
monitor the students through remote means using the mentioned
Vocabulary plays an important part for an instruction (Kuhfeld, et al., 2021) into virtual classes (Lake and
applications.
Dusseault, 2020). The reason for this is that both educators
individual who has to learn how to read. It serves as the and parents have been actively seeking the best way to continue Aside from that, the school created a program entitled
key to understanding what a person is reading formal education (Daniel, 2020; Hodges et al., 2020; Reich et "Nanay Ko, Tutor Ko," in which the parents assist the teachers in
al., 2020) while not being physically present in the classroom facilitating the development of their children’s reading skills as
Aside from being able to identify written words, learners because of the threat of the virus. However, it remains unclear the teachers dedicate themselves to helping the students cultivate
must be taught what those words mean, incidentally or what virtual learning is and how can it be implemented and assess their own learning.
effectively (Viner et al., 2020). This leads to the conclusion that it is important to intervene
explicitly, for comprehension to take place. There are several
Reading, a skill that is vital to learning, is very challenging as early as possible to help the children who have been cognitively
principles to guide the teaching of vocabulary. They are as
to be developed. In relation to this, the Department of Education affected by the pandemic. If reading disabilities are not addressed
follows: ahead of time, difficulties tend to generalize to other domains,
1. Starting where our students are. We need to know (DepEd) encouraged the teachers, parents, and reading
specialists to use the Reading Progress Tool to cultivate and thus jeopardizing future knowledge acquisition (Raspin et al.,
our students' capabilities, including their learning styles and 2019), exposing students to consecutive experiences of failure,
strategies. We have to take into consideration our students’ assess learners’ reading skills. The framework for this is the
Monitoring and Evaluation of the Implementation of 3Bs (Bawat thereby diminishing their motivation to learn (Lyytinen and
difficulties and their sources (e.g. limited language-learning Erskine, 2016). Conversely, when these difficulties are identified
Bata Bumabasa) as per DepEd Memorandum No. 173, s. 2019
environment, limited home-school connection, poor word- early and are accompanied by prompt and intensive intervention,
which the division based its advocacy, “Reading to the Roots”.
learning strategies, lack of self-confidence). the likelihood of reversing trajectories is very high (Hall and
Lipay National High School, as one of the schools in the
2. Moving from simple to complex, from concrete Philippines which promotes quality education, continuously Burns, 2018; Lyytinen, 2008).
to abstract. As the learner progresses, more demanding implements its reading program through its language Giving interventions to the cognitively needy learners
vocabulary-related activities can be done. Choose words department despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. With eradicates the limitations of this pandemic. This proves that
that are understandable and deal with the here and now. the use of social media such as Facebook,Messenger, and video teachers can still make a better nation amid the challenges posed
Aside from giving learners some opportunities to enjoy their by the pandemic.
learning process, teachers can also take learners’ perspectives
or feedback into consideration when it comes to preparing the
learning environment.
3. Planning and implementing seamless learning
activities (a step-by-step process of implementing
learning activities). Learners need to be allowed to process
new words and be given the chance to use the new words in
contexts.
4. Allowing learners to process and use the target
words in meaningful and real-life activities. To give
learners the chance to acquire new vocabulary using a variety
of learning modalities or formats that will actively engage
them in the learning process. Teachers can also help students
connect new vocabulary to something with which they are
already familiar.
5. Recycling vocabulary items previously
introduced. Teachers must explain and elaborate when
teaching new words so that students can successfully analyze
and practice the new word and its meaning for long-term recall.
Working out the said principles in the classroom requires
the creativity and diligence of both the teacher and student.
Whether young or old, everybody must be open to new learning. Sherine Angelica Pitpit
To those who feel they lack the words to say, there is still
time to read, find meaning in life, and aspire to dream bigger. READ FOR HOTS. Developing reading habit among learners encourages higher order thinking skills and
Always remember the benefits that having a broad vocabulary improves comprehension skills. Also, it is stimulates creativity and analytical thinking.
can give you, and so grab every reading opportunity to expand
it.
03
PRINCIPLES IN LNHS School-Based Reading

VOCABULARY
“BAWAT BATA BUMABASA”
Juanito M. Pamitangco• Lipay National High School • SDO Zambales
TEACHING Reading, a skill that is vital to learning, is very challenging to be developed.
T
he Corona Virus Disease 2019 or known as CoViD-19 conferencing applications like Microsoft Teams, the language
has tremendously changed the education landscape teachers were able to reach out to those students who have
Bernadette L. Lejarde, PhD, MAGC • SDO Pampanga
around the world (Reimer et al., 2021). This changed difficulties in reading. The teachers give the students reading
the usual way of teaching, turning the usual face to face materials filled with activities that make them excited and
monitor the students through remote means using the mentioned
Vocabulary plays an important part for an instruction (Kuhfeld, et al., 2021) into virtual classes (Lake and
applications.
Dusseault, 2020). The reason for this is that both educators
individual who has to learn how to read. It serves as the and parents have been actively seeking the best way to continue Aside from that, the school created a program entitled
key to understanding what a person is reading formal education (Daniel, 2020; Hodges et al., 2020; Reich et "Nanay Ko, Tutor Ko," in which the parents assist the teachers in
al., 2020) while not being physically present in the classroom facilitating the development of their children’s reading skills as
Aside from being able to identify written words, learners because of the threat of the virus. However, it remains unclear the teachers dedicate themselves to helping the students cultivate
must be taught what those words mean, incidentally or what virtual learning is and how can it be implemented and assess their own learning.
effectively (Viner et al., 2020). This leads to the conclusion that it is important to intervene
explicitly, for comprehension to take place. There are several
Reading, a skill that is vital to learning, is very challenging as early as possible to help the children who have been cognitively
principles to guide the teaching of vocabulary. They are as
to be developed. In relation to this, the Department of Education affected by the pandemic. If reading disabilities are not addressed
follows: ahead of time, difficulties tend to generalize to other domains,
1. Starting where our students are. We need to know (DepEd) encouraged the teachers, parents, and reading
specialists to use the Reading Progress Tool to cultivate and thus jeopardizing future knowledge acquisition (Raspin et al.,
our students' capabilities, including their learning styles and 2019), exposing students to consecutive experiences of failure,
strategies. We have to take into consideration our students’ assess learners’ reading skills. The framework for this is the
Monitoring and Evaluation of the Implementation of 3Bs (Bawat thereby diminishing their motivation to learn (Lyytinen and
difficulties and their sources (e.g. limited language-learning Erskine, 2016). Conversely, when these difficulties are identified
Bata Bumabasa) as per DepEd Memorandum No. 173, s. 2019
environment, limited home-school connection, poor word- early and are accompanied by prompt and intensive intervention,
which the division based its advocacy, “Reading to the Roots”.
learning strategies, lack of self-confidence). the likelihood of reversing trajectories is very high (Hall and
Lipay National High School, as one of the schools in the
2. Moving from simple to complex, from concrete Philippines which promotes quality education, continuously Burns, 2018; Lyytinen, 2008).
to abstract. As the learner progresses, more demanding implements its reading program through its language Giving interventions to the cognitively needy learners
vocabulary-related activities can be done. Choose words department despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. With eradicates the limitations of this pandemic. This proves that
that are understandable and deal with the here and now. the use of social media such as Facebook,Messenger, and video teachers can still make a better nation amid the challenges posed
Aside from giving learners some opportunities to enjoy their by the pandemic.
learning process, teachers can also take learners’ perspectives
or feedback into consideration when it comes to preparing the
learning environment.
3. Planning and implementing seamless learning
activities (a step-by-step process of implementing
learning activities). Learners need to be allowed to process
new words and be given the chance to use the new words in
contexts.
4. Allowing learners to process and use the target
words in meaningful and real-life activities. To give
learners the chance to acquire new vocabulary using a variety
of learning modalities or formats that will actively engage
them in the learning process. Teachers can also help students
connect new vocabulary to something with which they are
already familiar.
5. Recycling vocabulary items previously
introduced. Teachers must explain and elaborate when
teaching new words so that students can successfully analyze
and practice the new word and its meaning for long-term recall.
Working out the said principles in the classroom requires
the creativity and diligence of both the teacher and student.
Whether young or old, everybody must be open to new learning. Sherine Angelica Pitpit
To those who feel they lack the words to say, there is still
time to read, find meaning in life, and aspire to dream bigger. READ FOR HOTS. Developing reading habit among learners encourages higher order thinking skills and
Always remember the benefits that having a broad vocabulary improves comprehension skills. Also, it is stimulates creativity and analytical thinking.
can give you, and so grab every reading opportunity to expand
it.
03
The Art of Reading Authentic Taste of Assessment

Mirozon A. Valdez• Master Teacher II • SDO Cabanatuan City
Jose Jomby G. Pangan• Balitucan Elementary School • SDO Pampanga
Reading is defined as a cognitive process that involves decoding symbols to understand the
We want nothing but authenticity. Genuine. Real. Actual.
meaning of a paragraph or passage. It is a dynamic process of creating meanings from words. When
you read with a purpose, it helps you to direct information towards a goal and focuses your attention.
W
hen we think of chicharon, nothing beats the authen- thy, and Self-Knowledge.
tic crunch from Bulacan. When we ponder beach life, To ask our learners to perform authentic tasks we can,
we automatically remember the authentic experience for instance, ask them to write a blog about maintaining
A
lthough the reasons for reading so much more. from Bataan and Zambales waters. When we crave sweet cold good mental health (Explain). We can also facilitate debate
may vary, the primary purpose 2. Reading can exercise your dessert, our mouth waters for Pampanga’s halo-halo. on the positive and negative effects of community quar-
of reading is to understand the brain. It can prevent brain diseases like We want nothing but authenticity. Genuine. Real. Actual. antine (Perspective). We can also assign them to create a
text or passage. Alzheimer’s disease. Now, what about giving our assessment some authentic journal or a diary that reflects a life an online or modular
Notably, it is also a thinking process. 3. Reading helps reduce stress. taste? teacher for a week (Empathy).
The reader uses schemes to understand Many researchers have even proven Would it give the same experience to our learners? Would Authentic assessments also include a wide array of ac-
what they are reading; uses subjects the stress-reducing abilities of reading. they also long for the experience after relishing an authentic tivities that can be facilitated in different situations. Activi-
or themes to organize ideas and uses The key is to read for pleasure, not for assessment? ties include oral interviews, story retelling, writing samples,
As defined, authentic assessment is a set of methods or exhibitions or stage performances, constructed-response
textual clues to find the meanings of work, school, or because of another
techniques for assessing the academic achievement of a learner items, and portfolios.
new words. obligation.
that includes activities requiring the application of acquired Though some of these activities are best achieved
Reading has many benefits that 4. Reading can help you improve
knowledge and skills to real-world situations and that is often through face to face, nevertheless some adjustments can
can be helpful in everyday life. Some your sleeping habits. You can sleep seen as an alternative to standardized testing. be done to make them fit into distance learning, such as
of the benefits that you can get from better by reading books, magazines, It goes away from the traditional paper and pen tests. instead of stage performances, recording or vlogging can be
reading are as follows: and other printed materials. We must Instead, it determines how learners apply their understanding considered alternatives.
1. Reading helps build your get enough sleep, and it turns out that to real-life problems and scenarios. These assessments provide us, language teachers, a
vocabulary, which has a direct reading before bed can help you fall In teaching language like English, we must expose our holistic overview of our learners. We see their strengths
impact on how effectively you can asleep faster and sleep longer. It is students to authentic tasks that they apply later in real-life situ- and weaknesses and we are provided with better evalua-
communicate. When you read, you will not surprising that reading has such a ations. We can expose our learners to using the language by not tion. On the other hand, spaces are created for our learners
gain access to a wealth of words that positive impact on sleep, specifically just the usual testing of grammar but by providing authentic where they can apply their knowledge and collaborate with
will help you describe how you considering its stress-reducing effects. activities which will challenge them to really use the language. others.
are feeling, help These are some of the advantages It is also good to consider that in generating authentic The next time our learners ponder about their activi-
you explain that reading can provide to us. So, start tasks, we should use the six facets of understanding namely, ties, they are sure to remember the genuine experience they
a point reading now and explore the art of Explanation, Interpretation, Application, Perspective, Empa- have with our authentic assessments.
clearly, and reading.
In teaching language like

English, we must expose
our students to authentic
tasks that they apply later
in real-life situations.
Imee Lou D. Pangan AUTHENTICITY IS THE KEY.

One way of giving authentic assessment is
by facilitating learners in journal writing. It
Language Editors Chief Education Supervisor, CLMD
LIBRADA M. RUBIO, PhD challenges them to really use the language.
LEMUEL-KIM A. GARCIA
MARK NATHANIEL G. PASCUAL Other learners are also interested to listen as
Assistant Regional Director
RHODA T. RAZON, EdD, CESO V Mirozon A. Valdez they engage in peer evaluation.
The Official Newsletter in English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy of DepEd Region III Associate Editor Layout Artist Regional Director
DepEd Regional Office III • Volume 1 • Issue 4 • SY 2021-2022 GRACE M. ECHECHE, EdD DHARYL C. BUCAD, PhD MAY B. ECLAR, PhD, CESO III
03
The Art of Reading Authentic Taste of Assessment

Mirozon A. Valdez• Master Teacher II • SDO Cabanatuan City
Reading is defined as a cognitive process that involves decoding symbols to understand the
We want nothing but authenticity. Genuine. Real. Actual.
meaning of a paragraph or passage. It is a dynamic process of creating meanings from words. When
you read with a purpose, it helps you to direct information towards a goal and focuses your attention.
W
hen we think of chicharon, nothing beats the authen- thy, and Self-Knowledge.
tic crunch from Bulacan. When we ponder beach life, To ask our learners to perform authentic tasks we can,
we automatically remember the authentic experience for instance, ask them to write a blog about maintaining
A
lthough the reasons for reading so much more. from Bataan and Zambales waters. When we crave sweet cold good mental health (Explain). We can also facilitate debate
may vary, the primary purpose 2. Reading can exercise your dessert, our mouth waters for Pampanga’s halo-halo. on the positive and negative effects of community quar-
of reading is to understand the brain. It can prevent brain diseases like We want nothing but authenticity. Genuine. Real. Actual. antine (Perspective). We can also assign them to create a
text or passage. Alzheimer’s disease. Now, what about giving our assessment some authentic journal or a diary that reflects a life an online or modular
Notably, it is also a thinking process. 3. Reading helps reduce stress. taste? teacher for a week (Empathy).
The reader uses schemes to understand Many researchers have even proven Would it give the same experience to our learners? Would Authentic assessments also include a wide array of ac-
what they are reading; uses subjects the stress-reducing abilities of reading. they also long for the experience after relishing an authentic tivities that can be facilitated in different situations. Activi-
or themes to organize ideas and uses The key is to read for pleasure, not for assessment? ties include oral interviews, story retelling, writing samples,
As defined, authentic assessment is a set of methods or exhibitions or stage performances, constructed-response
textual clues to find the meanings of work, school, or because of another
techniques for assessing the academic achievement of a learner items, and portfolios.
new words. obligation.
that includes activities requiring the application of acquired Though some of these activities are best achieved
Reading has many benefits that 4. Reading can help you improve
knowledge and skills to real-world situations and that is often through face to face, nevertheless some adjustments can
can be helpful in everyday life. Some your sleeping habits. You can sleep seen as an alternative to standardized testing. be done to make them fit into distance learning, such as
of the benefits that you can get from better by reading books, magazines, It goes away from the traditional paper and pen tests. instead of stage performances, recording or vlogging can be
reading are as follows: and other printed materials. We must Instead, it determines how learners apply their understanding considered alternatives.
1. Reading helps build your get enough sleep, and it turns out that to real-life problems and scenarios. These assessments provide us, language teachers, a
vocabulary, which has a direct reading before bed can help you fall In teaching language like English, we must expose our holistic overview of our learners. We see their strengths
impact on how effectively you can asleep faster and sleep longer. It is students to authentic tasks that they apply later in real-life situ- and weaknesses and we are provided with better evalua-
communicate. When you read, you will not surprising that reading has such a ations. We can expose our learners to using the language by not tion. On the other hand, spaces are created for our learners
gain access to a wealth of words that positive impact on sleep, specifically just the usual testing of grammar but by providing authentic where they can apply their knowledge and collaborate with
will help you describe how you considering its stress-reducing effects. activities which will challenge them to really use the language. others.
are feeling, help These are some of the advantages It is also good to consider that in generating authentic The next time our learners ponder about their activi-
you explain that reading can provide to us. So, start tasks, we should use the six facets of understanding namely, ties, they are sure to remember the genuine experience they
a point reading now and explore the art of Explanation, Interpretation, Application, Perspective, Empa- have with our authentic assessments.
clearly, and reading.
In teaching language like

English, we must expose
our students to authentic
tasks that they apply later
in real-life situations.
Imee Lou D. Pangan AUTHENTICITY IS THE KEY.

One way of giving authentic assessment is
by facilitating learners in journal writing. It
Language Editors Chief Education Supervisor, CLMD
LIBRADA M. RUBIO, PhD challenges them to really use the language.
LEMUEL-KIM A. GARCIA
MARK NATHANIEL G. PASCUAL Other learners are also interested to listen as
Assistant Regional Director
RHODA T. RAZON, EdD, CESO V Mirozon A. Valdez they engage in peer evaluation.
The Official Newsletter in English Curriculum and Reading Advocacy of DepEd Region III Associate Editor Layout Artist Regional Director
DepEd Regional Office III • Volume 1 • Issue 4 • SY 2021-2022 GRACE M. ECHECHE, EdD DHARYL C. BUCAD, PhD MAY B. ECLAR, PhD, CESO III
05
The Real Score in

The choice among the variety of books and texts, however, is
TNHS on the Zenith of Reading Victory

considerable in ensuring enjoyment and meaningful reading among
learners (Lipson, Mosenthal, Mekkelson, & Russ, 2004). It has been
a universal assumption that students need to have access to lots of
Reading:
books to enhance their reading ability. It is essential to boost the
vocabulary, comprehension skills, attitude and motivation, and
reading fluency of young readers. According to the Professional
Jed Miraflor Sison • Taltal National High School• SDO Zambales
Development Service for Teachers (n.d.), these components of
reading could aid in the reading process through exposure to a wide
Students' reading levels improved Students' reading levels improved and learners will have an access to a variety The need to read and why is it so variety of texts.
from frustration to instructional and of materials during reading sessions. Rather than having students read all day on-screen or pull a
from frustration to instructional and inde- book from their shelf, it is far more important to understand what
pendent levels after remedial instruction, independent levels after remedial In support of the school-based reading
instruction, reading marathons, and the program, all advisers from junior to senior reading preferences they may have.
reading marathons, and the distribution of Isabel Micaela A. Macale Development in reading is a continuous process (Konza, 2010).
reading materials every week to those who distribution of reading materials every week high school were mandated to create
Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High School Adamant as reading may seem, the ability to read should progress
had poor comprehension skills. to those who had poor comprehension skills. and develop functional and organized
SDO Malolos City gradually. Through observation, teachers would be able to get a
Taltal National High School prioritized reading and numeracy centers inside their
the enhancement of the Learning Center. classroom. grasp and monitor the students’ progress in reading. The lack of
Y
As per DepEd Memorandum No. The Learning Center was established in Each adviser provided reading exposure to reading materials and the absence of reading materials
oung readers are likely to recognize the value of reading
173, the Schools Division of Zambales, order to provide reading interventions materials such as books, magazines, cause the students to become readers below their grade level.
at their own pace and for their own purposes. They
through the Curriculum Implementation newspapers, comics, and other reference consider the flow of information to be relevant to
Division (CID), shall review and assess the books in both English and Filipino in their their thought process rather than what they consider
implementation of the 3 Bs (Bawat Bata respective classrooms. During the previous necessary. These young readers' minds trigger the reaction to
Bumabasa). As a result, Taltal National years, the collection of reading materials expand their reading experiences because they can use reading
High School of Masinloc, Zambales was done not only by the adviser but also by skills unconsciously.
initiated and implemented a project the parents, especially the PTA officers. Alternatively, continuous practice and exposure to reading
called "Enhancement of Learning Center, Reading programs in the school are materials embrace the need for development in reading. This,
Enrichment of Reading Program, and anchored on research initiated by reading in turn, will aid a lot in how conceivable reading is to them.
Evaluation of School Innovation, Research, teachers. Taltal National High School Interestingly, readers can be actual participants in their reading
and Learning Resources in Reading" to has two main reading programs; both of process.
respond to the monitoring and evaluation of which are anchored on research. These are Reading plays a vital role in the learning process. It is a
the 3 Bs (Bawat Bata Bumabasa) initiative project YAKAP and project SIKHAY, which skill that is encountered and learned every single day. Students,
as highlighted in DepEd Memorandum No. focused on fostering a collaborative spirit to for instance, are expected to be aware of finding main ideas and
173. improve learning outcomes by promoting identifying supporting details for a better understanding of a text.
Taltal National High School initiated a reading culture in school through various The students are responsible for their comprehension using the
an assessment of the reading performance activities, partnerships and connections different techniques for achieving success in reading.
of students using Phil-IRI, the revised with stakeholders, advocacy campaigns, and As the learners take part in the reading process, they will
assessment tool composed of a set of graded other innovative means. be able to provide insights and comments on their reading. As
passages administered to the whole class Taltal National High School conducted Perfetti, Landi, and Oakhill (2005) stated that once students are
and to individual students and designed to a school-based Learning Action Cell on reading fluently, they tend to approximate the adult model of
determine a student’s reading level. Those Reading. Teachers underwent intensive inference making. This leads to the learners’ ability to self-regulate
who do not have the necessary gadgets for reading instruction and interventions to their self-development in reading. According to Zimmerman
recording their reading and comprehension ensure that reading is explicitly taught in (2002), self-regulation provides the development of life-long
performance were visited by their language every class, to provide interventions for learning skills. It is of great help to the students for them to be
teachers to assess their reading and struggling readers and non-readers; and aware of their learning process. Thus, students’ desire to acquire
comprehension skills. PEACE VICTORY. Dr. Asuncion A. Eala, to enable these teachers to support each information lies in how they can navigate their learning.
Students with recording devices were School Principal of Taltal National High School, other through LAC in order to develop their Imagine young students in a classroom, quietly reading
asked to submit audio and video recordings together with his Head Teacher, Dr. Fredie M. Sison own reading fluency and comprehension, books not as a requirement but from a deep sense of enjoyment
of their reading performances, which were Jr, on their winning post, 'PEACE SIGN', Promoting as well as their teaching ability in reading which they cherish in their time. Students most likely experience
directed by their guardians and language Effective Innovation, Ardent Educators for Compre- instruction and intervention. this certain attitude and motivation in reading when they feel
teachers. Information gathered from the hensive Learning Environment.
satisfied with the information they present in their minds. If they
assessment helped language and classroom
can connect the world’s reality to their reality in reading, it makes
teachers to design and provide appropriate to struggling readers and non-readers to it pleasurable for them to want to read more. In a certain way,
reading instruction for the students. develop their literacy skills. the students’ attitude and desire for reading help them in their
The information from the Phil-IRI Sherine Angelica Pitpit
The school has learning resources in
assessment helped the school to plan for reading that make use of a wide-range of
Reading Programs in development in reading.
However, in this progressive society, where digital platforms
appropriate reading programs and activities quality-assured reading instruction and the school are anchored and applications are being promoted, students experience a
COPING WITH TRENDS. A recent literature review of studies
for improved student learning outcomes. intervention materials, either in print or emphasized that e-books, when properly selected, are equally well
situational difference when reading onscreen compared to reading
Taltal National High School supported the digital formats. on research. in print. While the nature of such a reading setup seems a great with printed reading materials. Adapting to fast-paced digital world
BLD-TLD objectives in order to achieve the It has also contextualized,
country's Education for All goals.
innovation in the reading generation of learners, there is still a provides opportunity to gain knowledge by reading on screen.
developmentally appropriate, varied, With all of these, Taltal National High need to revisit how reading onscreen impacts several things. What
Based on the reading passages adequate, properly compiled and labeled School teaching force under the dynamic is obvious in this new and sudden shift in setup is that students are References
and findings of the Phil-IRI, which was learning resources such as activity cards, leadership of Dr. Asuncion A. Eala reached still responsible for navigating interest in reading.
administered to all Grade 7 students in June print and non-print reading materials, the zenith of victory in reading by equipping Konza, D. (2010) Understanding the Reading Process. Research into prac-
At the end of the day, the adaptive challenge brought about
2021, it was discovered that certain students manipulative toys in reading, innovations, the learners with reading skills to make tice. Retrieved from Understanding the Lipson, M., Mosenthal, J., Mek-
by the digital environment enables readers to immerse themselves
had poor reading comprehension skills magazines, newspapers, and learner’s them proficient and independent readers in kelsen, J., and Russ, B. (2004). Building Knowledge and Fashioning Success
in their reading activities as a transformative response to their One School at a Time. The Reading Teacher 57(6):534-542. DOI:
and that some reading levels were under reading profile. their grade levels and nurturing a culture of reading flow. 10.1598/RT.57.6.3
frustration. This is to ensure that both teachers reading in Taltal National High School.
05
The Real Score in

The choice among the variety of books and texts, however, is
TNHS on the Zenith of Reading Victory

considerable in ensuring enjoyment and meaningful reading among
learners (Lipson, Mosenthal, Mekkelson, & Russ, 2004). It has been
a universal assumption that students need to have access to lots of
Reading:
books to enhance their reading ability. It is essential to boost the
vocabulary, comprehension skills, attitude and motivation, and
reading fluency of young readers. According to the Professional
Jed Miraflor Sison • Taltal National High School• SDO Zambales
Development Service for Teachers (n.d.), these components of
reading could aid in the reading process through exposure to a wide
Students' reading levels improved Students' reading levels improved and learners will have an access to a variety The need to read and why is it so variety of texts.
from frustration to instructional and of materials during reading sessions. Rather than having students read all day on-screen or pull a
from frustration to instructional and inde- book from their shelf, it is far more important to understand what
pendent levels after remedial instruction, independent levels after remedial In support of the school-based reading
instruction, reading marathons, and the program, all advisers from junior to senior reading preferences they may have.
reading marathons, and the distribution of Isabel Micaela A. Macale Development in reading is a continuous process (Konza, 2010).
reading materials every week to those who distribution of reading materials every week high school were mandated to create
Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High School Adamant as reading may seem, the ability to read should progress
had poor comprehension skills. to those who had poor comprehension skills. and develop functional and organized
SDO Malolos City gradually. Through observation, teachers would be able to get a
Taltal National High School prioritized reading and numeracy centers inside their
the enhancement of the Learning Center. classroom. grasp and monitor the students’ progress in reading. The lack of
Y
As per DepEd Memorandum No. The Learning Center was established in Each adviser provided reading exposure to reading materials and the absence of reading materials
oung readers are likely to recognize the value of reading
173, the Schools Division of Zambales, order to provide reading interventions materials such as books, magazines, cause the students to become readers below their grade level.
at their own pace and for their own purposes. They
through the Curriculum Implementation newspapers, comics, and other reference consider the flow of information to be relevant to
Division (CID), shall review and assess the books in both English and Filipino in their their thought process rather than what they consider
implementation of the 3 Bs (Bawat Bata respective classrooms. During the previous necessary. These young readers' minds trigger the reaction to
Bumabasa). As a result, Taltal National years, the collection of reading materials expand their reading experiences because they can use reading
High School of Masinloc, Zambales was done not only by the adviser but also by skills unconsciously.
initiated and implemented a project the parents, especially the PTA officers. Alternatively, continuous practice and exposure to reading
called "Enhancement of Learning Center, Reading programs in the school are materials embrace the need for development in reading. This,
Enrichment of Reading Program, and anchored on research initiated by reading in turn, will aid a lot in how conceivable reading is to them.
Evaluation of School Innovation, Research, teachers. Taltal National High School Interestingly, readers can be actual participants in their reading
and Learning Resources in Reading" to has two main reading programs; both of process.
respond to the monitoring and evaluation of which are anchored on research. These are Reading plays a vital role in the learning process. It is a
the 3 Bs (Bawat Bata Bumabasa) initiative project YAKAP and project SIKHAY, which skill that is encountered and learned every single day. Students,
as highlighted in DepEd Memorandum No. focused on fostering a collaborative spirit to for instance, are expected to be aware of finding main ideas and
173. improve learning outcomes by promoting identifying supporting details for a better understanding of a text.
Taltal National High School initiated a reading culture in school through various The students are responsible for their comprehension using the
an assessment of the reading performance activities, partnerships and connections different techniques for achieving success in reading.
of students using Phil-IRI, the revised with stakeholders, advocacy campaigns, and As the learners take part in the reading process, they will
assessment tool composed of a set of graded other innovative means. be able to provide insights and comments on their reading. As
passages administered to the whole class Taltal National High School conducted Perfetti, Landi, and Oakhill (2005) stated that once students are
and to individual students and designed to a school-based Learning Action Cell on reading fluently, they tend to approximate the adult model of
determine a student’s reading level. Those Reading. Teachers underwent intensive inference making. This leads to the learners’ ability to self-regulate
who do not have the necessary gadgets for reading instruction and interventions to their self-development in reading. According to Zimmerman
recording their reading and comprehension ensure that reading is explicitly taught in (2002), self-regulation provides the development of life-long
performance were visited by their language every class, to provide interventions for learning skills. It is of great help to the students for them to be
teachers to assess their reading and struggling readers and non-readers; and aware of their learning process. Thus, students’ desire to acquire
comprehension skills. PEACE VICTORY. Dr. Asuncion A. Eala, to enable these teachers to support each information lies in how they can navigate their learning.
Students with recording devices were School Principal of Taltal National High School, other through LAC in order to develop their Imagine young students in a classroom, quietly reading
asked to submit audio and video recordings together with his Head Teacher, Dr. Fredie M. Sison own reading fluency and comprehension, books not as a requirement but from a deep sense of enjoyment
of their reading performances, which were Jr, on their winning post, 'PEACE SIGN', Promoting as well as their teaching ability in reading which they cherish in their time. Students most likely experience
directed by their guardians and language Effective Innovation, Ardent Educators for Compre- instruction and intervention. this certain attitude and motivation in reading when they feel
teachers. Information gathered from the hensive Learning Environment.
satisfied with the information they present in their minds. If they
assessment helped language and classroom
can connect the world’s reality to their reality in reading, it makes
teachers to design and provide appropriate to struggling readers and non-readers to it pleasurable for them to want to read more. In a certain way,
reading instruction for the students. develop their literacy skills. the students’ attitude and desire for reading help them in their
The information from the Phil-IRI Sherine Angelica Pitpit
The school has learning resources in
assessment helped the school to plan for reading that make use of a wide-range of
Reading Programs in development in reading.
However, in this progressive society, where digital platforms
appropriate reading programs and activities quality-assured reading instruction and the school are anchored and applications are being promoted, students experience a
COPING WITH TRENDS. A recent literature review of studies
for improved student learning outcomes. intervention materials, either in print or emphasized that e-books, when properly selected, are equally well
situational difference when reading onscreen compared to reading
Taltal National High School supported the digital formats. on research. in print. While the nature of such a reading setup seems a great with printed reading materials. Adapting to fast-paced digital world
BLD-TLD objectives in order to achieve the It has also contextualized,
country's Education for All goals.
innovation in the reading generation of learners, there is still a provides opportunity to gain knowledge by reading on screen.
developmentally appropriate, varied, With all of these, Taltal National High need to revisit how reading onscreen impacts several things. What
Based on the reading passages adequate, properly compiled and labeled School teaching force under the dynamic is obvious in this new and sudden shift in setup is that students are References
and findings of the Phil-IRI, which was learning resources such as activity cards, leadership of Dr. Asuncion A. Eala reached still responsible for navigating interest in reading.
administered to all Grade 7 students in June print and non-print reading materials, the zenith of victory in reading by equipping Konza, D. (2010) Understanding the Reading Process. Research into prac-
At the end of the day, the adaptive challenge brought about
2021, it was discovered that certain students manipulative toys in reading, innovations, the learners with reading skills to make tice. Retrieved from Understanding the Lipson, M., Mosenthal, J., Mek-
by the digital environment enables readers to immerse themselves
had poor reading comprehension skills magazines, newspapers, and learner’s them proficient and independent readers in kelsen, J., and Russ, B. (2004). Building Knowledge and Fashioning Success
in their reading activities as a transformative response to their One School at a Time. The Reading Teacher 57(6):534-542. DOI:
and that some reading levels were under reading profile. their grade levels and nurturing a culture of reading flow. 10.1598/RT.57.6.3
frustration. This is to ensure that both teachers reading in Taltal National High School.
11
READy or Not? PROJECT:

VIP I CARE
ESTIFANIO P. ASINAS JR
Master Teacher I
San Esteban Elementary School, Zambales
To be a good reader, a student should be phonemically aware, understand the alphabetic
principle, apply these skills in a rapid and fluent manner, possess strong vocabularies and
grammatical skills, and can relate reading to their own experiences. “Taking part can develop your
venue of the said activity. Reading booths
child’s reading ability, comprehen- were prepared by the class advisers. Story
C
sion, and language skills. It could books, word charts, booklets, flashcards,
hildren learn to read as they learn also improve your child’s interest in and other reading materials were
to speak, through natural exposure reading, attitude towards reading, displayed in each reading booth.
to a cultured environment. The reading program was approved
and focus”, by the Schools Division Office. It took
Developing strong reading skills in
students is one of the key goals of every early place from January 10, 2022 to March
A
30, 2022. Volunteer parents were
education program. ccording to Andrea Reade.
“Volunteers are an invaluable eager, dependable, and punctual in the
It is through reading that students performance of their duty. Together with
expand their vocabulary and learn about the resource to our teachers and
students. Those who volunteer the teachers, they communicated with
world. In spelling and writing, reading is also the families of the struggling readers
at school will sharpen their teaching skills,
the key to success. about the program. The VIP I CARE
become better leaders, and develop a
And while Kindergarten and Grade sense of pride in contributing to students’ reading program was a success for it had
One pupils are fluent speakers, they require success”, Athlos Academies posted. an excellent impact on the community,
instruction in how to navigate printed The San Esteban Elementary School especially on the learners who experienced
materials. Teachers care about the pupils and they great joy and excitement while learning to
If a student is having problems with all work hard but for some reason, some
literacy skills, it can affect their performance pupils are struggling with literacy, the
across the school curriculum and have a ability to communicate through reading
negative impact on motivation to learn and and writing. The online pre-reading
assessment of SY 2021-2022 showed that The skills and competencies that
self-esteem.
there were 41 struggling readers. With the each learner should acquire will
To be a good reader, a student should initiative of Mr. Estifanio P. Asinas Jr., be successfully developed and
be phonemically aware, understand the Master Teacher I, the teachers met and mastered if vigorously admin-
alphabetic principle, apply these skills in decided to conduct a reading program. istered in all activities even in
a rapid and fluent manner, possess strong VIP I CARE (Volunteers and Innovative
times of pandemic.
vocabularies and grammatical skills, and can Parents Improving Comprehension And
relate reading to their own experiences. Reading Enhancement) was the project
Difficulties in any of these areas can title proposed by Mr. Asinas and approved read.
hinder reading development. In addition, by the staff. VIP in casual context means The school principal, Mrs. Josephine
Jose Jomby D. Pangan ‘very important person’ and from this R. Padua, appreciated the result of the
learning to read begins far before children
acronym, the project was rooted. Parents reading innovation. She recommended
enter formal schooling. are VIPs for they serve as role models and
READ FOR RELEVANCE. Comprehension among learners is Children who have encouraging literacy it to be highly implemented in the next
inspiration for young learners. school year.
achieved if the reading material is grade-appropriate, promotes learner engage- experiences from birth onward have an edge A meeting with the barangay captain This innovation will definitely address
ment, and aids active learning. Relevant reading material prepares learners' total in vocabulary development, understanding Hon. Alma V. Jardin took place the the problems of teachers in enhancing
well-being for improving their academic achievement.
the goals of reading, and developing an following day. It was a positive response their pupils’ reading skills and academic
awareness of print and literacy concepts. and she offered the barangay plaza as the performance as a whole. The skills and
Thus, it is important at home that competencies that each learner should
children learn how to read printed materials acquire will be successfully developed
...it is important at home that with the help of their parents for their
reading development and getting ready to
and mastered if vigorously administered
in all activities even in times of pandemic
children learn how to read printed formal schooling.
materials with the help of their VIP I CARE. A reading program of San
parents... Esteban Elementary Schol. A succesful intervention
that rescued the struggling readers thru teachers and
volunteer parents' partnership.
11
READy or Not? PROJECT:

VIP I CARE
ESTIFANIO P. ASINAS JR
Master Teacher I
San Esteban Elementary School, Zambales
To be a good reader, a student should be phonemically aware, understand the alphabetic
principle, apply these skills in a rapid and fluent manner, possess strong vocabularies and
grammatical skills, and can relate reading to their own experiences. “Taking part can develop your
venue of the said activity. Reading booths
child’s reading ability, comprehen- were prepared by the class advisers. Story
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sion, and language skills. It could books, word charts, booklets, flashcards,
hildren learn to read as they learn also improve your child’s interest in and other reading materials were
to speak, through natural exposure reading, attitude towards reading, displayed in each reading booth.
to a cultured environment. The reading program was approved
and focus”, by the Schools Division Office. It took
Developing strong reading skills in
students is one of the key goals of every early place from January 10, 2022 to March
A
30, 2022. Volunteer parents were
education program. ccording to Andrea Reade.
“Volunteers are an invaluable eager, dependable, and punctual in the
It is through reading that students performance of their duty. Together with
expand their vocabulary and learn about the resource to our teachers and
students. Those who volunteer the teachers, they communicated with
world. In spelling and writing, reading is also the families of the struggling readers
at school will sharpen their teaching skills,
the key to success. about the program. The VIP I CARE
become better leaders, and develop a
And while Kindergarten and Grade sense of pride in contributing to students’ reading program was a success for it had
One pupils are fluent speakers, they require success”, Athlos Academies posted. an excellent impact on the community,
instruction in how to navigate printed The San Esteban Elementary School especially on the learners who experienced
materials. Teachers care about the pupils and they great joy and excitement while learning to
If a student is having problems with all work hard but for some reason, some
literacy skills, it can affect their performance pupils are struggling with literacy, the
across the school curriculum and have a ability to communicate through reading
negative impact on motivation to learn and and writing. The online pre-reading
assessment of SY 2021-2022 showed that The skills and competencies that
self-esteem.
there were 41 struggling readers. With the each learner should acquire will
To be a good reader, a student should initiative of Mr. Estifanio P. Asinas Jr., be successfully developed and
be phonemically aware, understand the Master Teacher I, the teachers met and mastered if vigorously admin-
alphabetic principle, apply these skills in decided to conduct a reading program. istered in all activities even in
a rapid and fluent manner, possess strong VIP I CARE (Volunteers and Innovative
times of pandemic.
vocabularies and grammatical skills, and can Parents Improving Comprehension And
relate reading to their own experiences. Reading Enhancement) was the project
Difficulties in any of these areas can title proposed by Mr. Asinas and approved read.
hinder reading development. In addition, by the staff. VIP in casual context means The school principal, Mrs. Josephine
Jose Jomby D. Pangan ‘very important person’ and from this R. Padua, appreciated the result of the
learning to read begins far before children
acronym, the project was rooted. Parents reading innovation. She recommended
enter formal schooling. are VIPs for they serve as role models and
READ FOR RELEVANCE. Comprehension among learners is Children who have encouraging literacy it to be highly implemented in the next
inspiration for young learners. school year.
achieved if the reading material is grade-appropriate, promotes learner engage- experiences from birth onward have an edge A meeting with the barangay captain This innovation will definitely address
ment, and aids active learning. Relevant reading material prepares learners' total in vocabulary development, understanding Hon. Alma V. Jardin took place the the problems of teachers in enhancing
well-being for improving their academic achievement.
the goals of reading, and developing an following day. It was a positive response their pupils’ reading skills and academic
awareness of print and literacy concepts. and she offered the barangay plaza as the performance as a whole. The skills and
Thus, it is important at home that competencies that each learner should
children learn how to read printed materials acquire will be successfully developed
...it is important at home that with the help of their parents for their
reading development and getting ready to
and mastered if vigorously administered
in all activities even in times of pandemic
children learn how to read printed formal schooling.
materials with the help of their VIP I CARE. A reading program of San
parents... Esteban Elementary Schol. A succesful intervention
that rescued the struggling readers thru teachers and
volunteer parents' partnership.
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OPTIMAL APPROACHES FROM MY READING JOURNEY SUDOKU #BaSaya

Liza L. Badillo/P-IV• Division Reading Coordinator (2020-2022) • SDO Zambales
Innovative Material in Reading English and Filipino
Arlene S. Ileto• Teacher III • San Esteban Elementary School• SDO Zambales
T
ime spent away from the classroom can
lead to early reading instruction difficulties.
“Literacy in children is a partnership between
educators, parents, and children,” according
to Jennifer Summerlin, Ph.D. “During this pandemic,
it is crucial for parents to continue reading to and with
their children. But their assistance at home will help
overcome the difficulties in reading of the children,”
Summerlin added.
SUDOKU
A reading material called Sudoku #BaSaya was
San Antonio Central Elementary School 2019 Signing of Commitment to the 3B’s developed by Mrs. Arlene S. Ileto, grade 2 class adviser #BaSaya
Initiative and launching of Revelant Exercise and Drills to Enhance Reading Skills of San Esteban Elementary School in the district of San
(Project READERS Using Multimodal Opportunities) Antonio. It aimed to improve the Filipino and English A powerful tool to mo-
literacy skills of the grade 2 pupils. tivate the kids to read
This reading material adopts the concept of Sudoku while playing. They
C
in Mathematics. it’s all based on the simple principles will experience a great
alapandayan Integrated School has harvested by the primary key teachers and also Typical Reading Delay” (Project DRIP) which satisfying feeling when
of using the sets of words, filling in the blank spaces
been my eighth school assignment given to K to Grade II pupils. The class adviser won First Place in the 2018 Regional Research
enters the scores from the learners’ responses Congress. based on deductive reasoning, and never repeating any done with the game.
in my almost 11 years as a school
principal. I’ve been in a coastal area, to each weekly passage in the Class Reading It has been used in schools like Calapandayan words within each square, row or column. The Learning
traveled by foot to a mountain school, and Progress Chart to keep track of students’ Integrated School, Ilwas Elementary School, Competencies that were considered in Filipino are: (1)
been to the outskirts of the city and the last performance. Batiawan 1 Integrated School Annex, and Napagyayaman ang talasalitaan sa pamamagitan ng
two were places that were almost kissing the For those with reading delay, the Guided Kinabuksan Integrated School as intervention pagbubuo ng mga salita gamit ang mga pantig F1PP-
national highway. No matter how diverged Reading Activity Sheets (GRAS) is used as material. IId-3 and (2) Nababasa ang mga salitang batayan F1PP-
they could be, schools share the same need – one of the intervention materials. GRAS is a To foster a collaborative spirit and promote a IIe-2; and in English is (1) Read words with short e, a, i,
the need to strengthen the reading proficiency detailed guide for parents designed for Modular culture of reading, parents are asked to sign their o, and u sound in CVC pattern.
of every learner. Distance learning. It contains 60 lessons in commitment to the school reading program.
I am happy to share with our readers the teaching beginning reading in Filipino good for Memoranda of agreement were done with the
Local Government Unit and select stakeholders. The following are the rules in playing Sudoku
reading practices incorporated in the reading 3. Sudoku is a game of logic and reasoning, so you shouldn’t have to
programs that we have implemented hoping to Partnership with other schools for sharing best #BasaSaya:
guess. If you don’t know what word to put in a certain space, keep
inspire those who have just started with their practices is also encouraged. 1. Use four words on a grid of 4 x 4 spaces. Within the
scanning the other areas of the grid until you seen an opportunity
own school programs.
First, it is important to identify the prime
...we should not An online reading hub is created to replace
the actual reading center in school. It is a private
rows and columns are 4 “squares” (made up of 2 x 2
spaces). Each row, column and square (4 spaces each)
to place a word. But don’t try to “force” anything – Sudoku rewards
patience, insights, and recognition of patterns, not blind luck or
movers of the reading program. Assigning the
reading key teacher for each grade based on allow teaching group on Facebook created for parents and
learners to serve as an online library.
needs to be filled out with the sets of words, without
repeating any word within the row, column or square.
guessing.
4.Use process of Elimination. One way to figure out which words can
their previous class reading post-assessment
and their dedication should be considered. The reading to take a The key reading teachers upload grade-
appropriate passages in the different units for
Grid option: 6 x 6
2. In a grid of 4 x 4 spaces, use the word cards: lata,
go in each space is to use “process of elimination” by checking to see
reading team manages all the reading activities each grade. They continue filling up the E-hub which other words are already included within each square – since
in the school. backseat. with worthwhile and contextualized passages pasa, kama, hawa. Look at the upper left square (circled
in blue), this square already has all the spaces filled in
there can be no duplication of words within each square (or row or
Reorientation of teachers on the from time to time. column).
implementation guidelines of DepEd’s 10 minutes daily. The weekly Reading Progress Charts with the given words.
“Hamon; Bawat Bata Bumabasa” (3Bs It was used in the research study entitled and Weekly Intervention Forms are used for
Initiative) and the Schools Division of “The Efficacy of the Guided Reading Activity monitoring regularly by the key teachers and
Zambales’ Reading Advocacy “Reading to the Sheets (GRAS) for Beginning Readers in the school head. Mid-year assessments are also
Roots”, as well as capacitating all teachers on New Normal” conducted at San Antonio Central administered to find out if the learners need
intensive reading instruction and remediation
through LAC sessions need to be extensively
Elementary School (SACES), SY 2020-2021
with Kindergarten learners as respondents.
rigid intervention. After six months the post-test
is then administered.
This reading material adopts
done.
Profiling of learners for the baseline data
The study proved itseffectiveness and was
also used as intervention material for SACES
Face to face learning between the teacher
and the learner is still the best way but during
the concept of Sudoku in
using the Early Grades Reading Assessment
(EGRA) and the Phil-IRI assessment guide
learners with reading delays in all grade levels.
GRAS was adapted by schools like San Felipe
these trying times, we should not allow teaching
reading to take a backseat. The more we have to Mathematics.
the teachers in identifying the learners who West Elementary School, Pili Elementary focus on capacitating parents and maximizing
will undergo enrichment activities and those School, and Ilwas Elementary School. the use of DepEd Portal, Learning Resources,
who need interventions. Weekly passages GRAS is the modified version of the Daily OTGs, DepEd TV, and printed materials for
with daily specific activities are provided Reading Intervention Plan (DRIP) used for those learners who don’t have internet access SUDOKU #BaSaya. Arlene Sadang Ileto was
to K to 6 learners under the Instructional face to face intervention. DRIP was used in the for them to learn to read. As educators, this will priviledged to share the innovation to other teachers through
and Independent levels. Video lessons on study entitled “Efficacy of the Daily Reading always be our greatest contribution to the future. SLACs. She also demonstrated to parents how to use SB. Their
letter blending, sight words, and phonics are Intervention Plan for Early Readers with Reference: DM 173, s. 2019 assistance at home will help overcome the difficulties in reading
of the children.
07
OPTIMAL APPROACHES FROM MY READING JOURNEY SUDOKU #BaSaya

Liza L. Badillo/P-IV• Division Reading Coordinator (2020-2022) • SDO Zambales
Innovative Material in Reading English and Filipino
Arlene S. Ileto• Teacher III • San Esteban Elementary School• SDO Zambales
T
ime spent away from the classroom can
lead to early reading instruction difficulties.
“Literacy in children is a partnership between
educators, parents, and children,” according
to Jennifer Summerlin, Ph.D. “During this pandemic,
it is crucial for parents to continue reading to and with
their children. But their assistance at home will help
overcome the difficulties in reading of the children,”
Summerlin added.
SUDOKU
A reading material called Sudoku #BaSaya was
San Antonio Central Elementary School 2019 Signing of Commitment to the 3B’s developed by Mrs. Arlene S. Ileto, grade 2 class adviser #BaSaya
Initiative and launching of Revelant Exercise and Drills to Enhance Reading Skills of San Esteban Elementary School in the district of San
(Project READERS Using Multimodal Opportunities) Antonio. It aimed to improve the Filipino and English A powerful tool to mo-
literacy skills of the grade 2 pupils. tivate the kids to read
This reading material adopts the concept of Sudoku while playing. They
C
in Mathematics. it’s all based on the simple principles will experience a great
alapandayan Integrated School has harvested by the primary key teachers and also Typical Reading Delay” (Project DRIP) which satisfying feeling when
of using the sets of words, filling in the blank spaces
been my eighth school assignment given to K to Grade II pupils. The class adviser won First Place in the 2018 Regional Research
enters the scores from the learners’ responses Congress. based on deductive reasoning, and never repeating any done with the game.
in my almost 11 years as a school
principal. I’ve been in a coastal area, to each weekly passage in the Class Reading It has been used in schools like Calapandayan words within each square, row or column. The Learning
traveled by foot to a mountain school, and Progress Chart to keep track of students’ Integrated School, Ilwas Elementary School, Competencies that were considered in Filipino are: (1)
been to the outskirts of the city and the last performance. Batiawan 1 Integrated School Annex, and Napagyayaman ang talasalitaan sa pamamagitan ng
two were places that were almost kissing the For those with reading delay, the Guided Kinabuksan Integrated School as intervention pagbubuo ng mga salita gamit ang mga pantig F1PP-
national highway. No matter how diverged Reading Activity Sheets (GRAS) is used as material. IId-3 and (2) Nababasa ang mga salitang batayan F1PP-
they could be, schools share the same need – one of the intervention materials. GRAS is a To foster a collaborative spirit and promote a IIe-2; and in English is (1) Read words with short e, a, i,
the need to strengthen the reading proficiency detailed guide for parents designed for Modular culture of reading, parents are asked to sign their o, and u sound in CVC pattern.
of every learner. Distance learning. It contains 60 lessons in commitment to the school reading program.
I am happy to share with our readers the teaching beginning reading in Filipino good for Memoranda of agreement were done with the
Local Government Unit and select stakeholders. The following are the rules in playing Sudoku
reading practices incorporated in the reading 3. Sudoku is a game of logic and reasoning, so you shouldn’t have to
programs that we have implemented hoping to Partnership with other schools for sharing best #BasaSaya:
guess. If you don’t know what word to put in a certain space, keep
inspire those who have just started with their practices is also encouraged. 1. Use four words on a grid of 4 x 4 spaces. Within the
scanning the other areas of the grid until you seen an opportunity
own school programs.
First, it is important to identify the prime
...we should not An online reading hub is created to replace
the actual reading center in school. It is a private
rows and columns are 4 “squares” (made up of 2 x 2
spaces). Each row, column and square (4 spaces each)
to place a word. But don’t try to “force” anything – Sudoku rewards
patience, insights, and recognition of patterns, not blind luck or
movers of the reading program. Assigning the
reading key teacher for each grade based on allow teaching group on Facebook created for parents and
learners to serve as an online library.
needs to be filled out with the sets of words, without
repeating any word within the row, column or square.
guessing.
4.Use process of Elimination. One way to figure out which words can
their previous class reading post-assessment
and their dedication should be considered. The reading to take a The key reading teachers upload grade-
appropriate passages in the different units for
Grid option: 6 x 6
2. In a grid of 4 x 4 spaces, use the word cards: lata,
go in each space is to use “process of elimination” by checking to see
reading team manages all the reading activities each grade. They continue filling up the E-hub which other words are already included within each square – since
in the school. backseat. with worthwhile and contextualized passages pasa, kama, hawa. Look at the upper left square (circled
in blue), this square already has all the spaces filled in
there can be no duplication of words within each square (or row or
Reorientation of teachers on the from time to time. column).
implementation guidelines of DepEd’s 10 minutes daily. The weekly Reading Progress Charts with the given words.
“Hamon; Bawat Bata Bumabasa” (3Bs It was used in the research study entitled and Weekly Intervention Forms are used for
Initiative) and the Schools Division of “The Efficacy of the Guided Reading Activity monitoring regularly by the key teachers and
Zambales’ Reading Advocacy “Reading to the Sheets (GRAS) for Beginning Readers in the school head. Mid-year assessments are also
Roots”, as well as capacitating all teachers on New Normal” conducted at San Antonio Central administered to find out if the learners need
intensive reading instruction and remediation
through LAC sessions need to be extensively
Elementary School (SACES), SY 2020-2021
with Kindergarten learners as respondents.
rigid intervention. After six months the post-test
is then administered.
This reading material adopts
done.
Profiling of learners for the baseline data
The study proved itseffectiveness and was
also used as intervention material for SACES
Face to face learning between the teacher
and the learner is still the best way but during
the concept of Sudoku in
using the Early Grades Reading Assessment
(EGRA) and the Phil-IRI assessment guide
learners with reading delays in all grade levels.
GRAS was adapted by schools like San Felipe
these trying times, we should not allow teaching
reading to take a backseat. The more we have to Mathematics.
the teachers in identifying the learners who West Elementary School, Pili Elementary focus on capacitating parents and maximizing
will undergo enrichment activities and those School, and Ilwas Elementary School. the use of DepEd Portal, Learning Resources,
who need interventions. Weekly passages GRAS is the modified version of the Daily OTGs, DepEd TV, and printed materials for
with daily specific activities are provided Reading Intervention Plan (DRIP) used for those learners who don’t have internet access SUDOKU #BaSaya. Arlene Sadang Ileto was
to K to 6 learners under the Instructional face to face intervention. DRIP was used in the for them to learn to read. As educators, this will priviledged to share the innovation to other teachers through
and Independent levels. Video lessons on study entitled “Efficacy of the Daily Reading always be our greatest contribution to the future. SLACs. She also demonstrated to parents how to use SB. Their
letter blending, sight words, and phonics are Intervention Plan for Early Readers with Reference: DM 173, s. 2019 assistance at home will help overcome the difficulties in reading
of the children.
The 08-09
Reading TEACHER READING WILL BE RIGHT WITH PROJECT BRIGHT
SMCES strives to address literacy gaps through various reading intervention programs
SMNHS: Championing Literacy through Arthur Oliver Q. Macabulos• San Miguel Central Elementary School• SDO Tarlac City
a Remarkable Reading Program
S
tudents are placed at great risk of academic
Nilda G. Milan • Allan Jason P. Sarmiento • Angelica L. Ortiz • San Miguel National High School • Schools Division of Bulacan
failure without the development of good reading
skills, paramount of which is their reading
comprehension. This has been the advocacy of the
Department of Education (DepEd) in its pursuit to elevate
W
Filipino learners’ literacy.
e open doors when we open books, doors Last year, the school conducted 4 Continuous Improvement
that lead to the course of knowledge, Programs (CIP) where the focus is improving reading, In line with this, the Education Department has launched
Brigada Pagbasa, which seeks to enhance the reading skills of Filipino
innovations, imaginations, wisdom, and vocabulary, writing, and grammar skills. Currently, our
children, particularly those who are lagging behind in terms of reading
even to holiness. school conducts 2 CIP’s which aim to design intervention
proficiency and functional literacy.
Through reading a book, it allows strategies and innovations to bridge gaps in reading. To improve the literacy skills of the students of San Miguel Central
us to visit the battlefield over our cry for Despite the current academic setup, our school did not Elementary School (SMCES), Grade Six Master Teacher Michelle
freedom with Rizal and Bonifacio, the fantasy land that promises falter to pursue programs that would instill love for reading. M. Molina came up with a timely reading intervention program
forever with Cinderella and her Prince Charming, the workroom Spearheaded by the English department, Literacy Week she dubbed as Project BRIGHT (Basic Reading Improved Through
of Albert Einstein and Marie Curie where they shouted “Eureka!”, and National Reading Month celebrations were held with Guidance at Home and Technology).
and the holy places where Jesus, Noah, and Moises lived to engaging activities participated in by keyboard warriors who “Project Bright is in consonance with DepEd’s goal of developing
sanctify our tired soul. In fact, we can live a hundred lives in one accepted the challenge of online contests. By tapping social functionally literate learners wherein parents will play a vital role as
sitting when we read. media platforms, the activities had encouraged students to the ultimate partners of educators in this endeavor,” said Molina.
Reading is a treasure. It keeps ignorance at bay and allows bid time creatively while learning and enjoying themselves. Oliver Q. Macabulos She added that the reading program addresses concerns of the
us to dream with our eyes open. It is a source of knowledge, Through this, the English department desired to help new normal set up as it tries to compensate the gaps this pandemic has
happiness, pleasure, and inspiration. In today’s world, with so ON TRACK TO LITERACY. Frustration reader Jon Ken brought to the education sector, particularly in the aspect of reading.
much need for a conscious effort to conquer the divisive forces, Aquino took a momentary break from his household chores to “Project BRIGHT aims to improve the proficiency level of
the need to read must come to our senses to fill our spirits with exhibit his enhanced reading prowess via video recording. those who are considered frustration readers to either instructional
Psalms, success stories of the common, and articles that evoke or independent readers, through online and limited face to face
remediated reading measures that will guide and assist children to
limitless blessings of positivity. SMNHSians surely become read, comprehend and learn,” continued Molina.
San Miguel National High School (SMNHS) is one with the
advocacy of the Department of Education (DepEd) in intensifying globally competitive for they were good books to read.
Among the components of Project Bright include, “I need an
Interpreter”, which focuses on students’ reading comprehension by
its campaign on reading proficiency. The school took on the immersed to a vast storehouse of books Likewise, The Mayumo, the school’s official student
publication in English, is among the few secondary school
way of giving synonyms and determining their understanding of the
challenge of the ‘Bawat Bata Bumabasa’ campaign that ensured given words which the teacher will later reinforce, thereby expanding
learners’ literacy skills amid the implementation of distance that link them to the past, the present, papers in the Division of Bulacan, if not the only one, that is the learners’ vocabulary.
learning modalities, thus, capacitating teachers to become able to release two digital issues at the height of the pandemic.
effective reading advocates.
and the future. It is also the first to release another digital issue in the current
Another is “Repeat after me”, which is an engaging activity
wherein learners develop their vocabulary by learning how to read and
Last August 2021, we launched the Brigada Pagbasa as part academic year. The latest issue, entitled "Unshielded," is filled pronounce words from a reading material read by the teacher, which
of the annual Brigada Eskwela. The school had a book drive with stories of championing life, finding hope, and raring they will repeat after the teacher has read it.
these young individuals cope with the times while developing
with its teachers and administrators, and residents of nearby to dream amid the hopelessness and bleak. Aside from the Cross it out, is yet another component that introduces key
passion for reading. Some of the contests held include
communities volunteering as tutors and readers to students and digital issues, the publication keeps its Facebook page active vocabularies to learners so that they will not be discouraged by
ReadTok, Write the Ending (Short Story Prompt), and Quick
out-of-school youth. Donations in kind and in cash outpoured giving its staff members a platform to share their exceptional unfamiliar words while they read. Bingo boards with sight words will
Poetry Prompt. Contests were also conducted for teachers
tremendously which were utilized in the outreach program prowess in writing, making graphics, and more. It also aims be read by parents or guardians and the student will cross them out if
such as Poetry in Motion and Creative Storytelling.
conducted in a marginal Pangarayuman Elementary School. to reach out to a broader audience and share insightful they can tell their meaning.
The school clubs under the English department stepped Another segment is the “Story time”, a fun activity aimed at
information and thoughts.
up to the plate and actively posted trivia, facts, and literary enhancing the reading skills of the learners by presenting video stories
All the above-mentioned programs and activities are
articles online. One of the pioneers of such an advocacy is online. After the video story has been shown, comprehension questions
gearing towards SMNHS's long-term plan. These keep the
the Speech Club, which has posted daily inspirational quips are asked by the teacher to assess the learner’s understanding of the
love for reading alive in today's youth and the generations to
and educational pieces since the onset of the pandemic. It story viewed.
come, and its mission of championing literacy by engaging
continues doing so, and has inspired more clubs to do the Sixth-grader Jon Ken Aquino, a participant of Project Bright
students with remarkable reading experiences.
same such as the Book Lovers' Club and Theater Arts Club, attested that he has improved his reading and comprehension skills
We open doors when we open books, doors that
which posted storytelling videos, daily quotations, tongue through his participation in the program.
empower complex network of circuits in the brain that aid “Mas natuto po akong magbasa nang mas mabilis at mas
twisters, idioms and likewise shared recommendations of
in comprehension. Through improved comprehension, nadagdagan po ang aking pang-unawa sa aking binabasa at
SMNHSians surely become globally competitive for they were pinapanood sa tulong po ng Project Bright.” expressed Aquino.
immersed to a vast storehouse of books that link them to the Based on the current online and limited face to face reading
past, the present, and the future. SMNHS, in collaboration assessment, 14 out of 17 frustration readers can now read faster,
THE READING FAMILY. Developing a regular family
with the clubs under the English department continues in recognize words found in the reading materials, and answer
reading habit provide youngsters with a positive outlook in reading. pioneering activities and programs that will help students to comprehension questions correctly.
Time spent reading aloud as a family is a long-term engagement open doors that lead them to success. Indeed, Reading was made right with the help of Project Bright.
students' exposure to English.
The 08-09
Reading TEACHER READING WILL BE RIGHT WITH PROJECT BRIGHT
SMCES strives to address literacy gaps through various reading intervention programs
SMNHS: Championing Literacy through Arthur Oliver Q. Macabulos• San Miguel Central Elementary School• SDO Tarlac City
a Remarkable Reading Program
S
tudents are placed at great risk of academic
Nilda G. Milan • Allan Jason P. Sarmiento • Angelica L. Ortiz • San Miguel National High School • Schools Division of Bulacan
failure without the development of good reading
skills, paramount of which is their reading
comprehension. This has been the advocacy of the
Department of Education (DepEd) in its pursuit to elevate
W
Filipino learners’ literacy.
e open doors when we open books, doors Last year, the school conducted 4 Continuous Improvement
that lead to the course of knowledge, Programs (CIP) where the focus is improving reading, In line with this, the Education Department has launched
Brigada Pagbasa, which seeks to enhance the reading skills of Filipino
innovations, imaginations, wisdom, and vocabulary, writing, and grammar skills. Currently, our
children, particularly those who are lagging behind in terms of reading
even to holiness. school conducts 2 CIP’s which aim to design intervention
proficiency and functional literacy.
Through reading a book, it allows strategies and innovations to bridge gaps in reading. To improve the literacy skills of the students of San Miguel Central
us to visit the battlefield over our cry for Despite the current academic setup, our school did not Elementary School (SMCES), Grade Six Master Teacher Michelle
freedom with Rizal and Bonifacio, the fantasy land that promises falter to pursue programs that would instill love for reading. M. Molina came up with a timely reading intervention program
forever with Cinderella and her Prince Charming, the workroom Spearheaded by the English department, Literacy Week she dubbed as Project BRIGHT (Basic Reading Improved Through
of Albert Einstein and Marie Curie where they shouted “Eureka!”, and National Reading Month celebrations were held with Guidance at Home and Technology).
and the holy places where Jesus, Noah, and Moises lived to engaging activities participated in by keyboard warriors who “Project Bright is in consonance with DepEd’s goal of developing
sanctify our tired soul. In fact, we can live a hundred lives in one accepted the challenge of online contests. By tapping social functionally literate learners wherein parents will play a vital role as
sitting when we read. media platforms, the activities had encouraged students to the ultimate partners of educators in this endeavor,” said Molina.
Reading is a treasure. It keeps ignorance at bay and allows bid time creatively while learning and enjoying themselves. Oliver Q. Macabulos She added that the reading program addresses concerns of the
us to dream with our eyes open. It is a source of knowledge, Through this, the English department desired to help new normal set up as it tries to compensate the gaps this pandemic has
happiness, pleasure, and inspiration. In today’s world, with so ON TRACK TO LITERACY. Frustration reader Jon Ken brought to the education sector, particularly in the aspect of reading.
much need for a conscious effort to conquer the divisive forces, Aquino took a momentary break from his household chores to “Project BRIGHT aims to improve the proficiency level of
the need to read must come to our senses to fill our spirits with exhibit his enhanced reading prowess via video recording. those who are considered frustration readers to either instructional
Psalms, success stories of the common, and articles that evoke or independent readers, through online and limited face to face
remediated reading measures that will guide and assist children to
limitless blessings of positivity. SMNHSians surely become read, comprehend and learn,” continued Molina.
San Miguel National High School (SMNHS) is one with the
advocacy of the Department of Education (DepEd) in intensifying globally competitive for they were good books to read.
Among the components of Project Bright include, “I need an
Interpreter”, which focuses on students’ reading comprehension by
its campaign on reading proficiency. The school took on the immersed to a vast storehouse of books Likewise, The Mayumo, the school’s official student
publication in English, is among the few secondary school
way of giving synonyms and determining their understanding of the
challenge of the ‘Bawat Bata Bumabasa’ campaign that ensured given words which the teacher will later reinforce, thereby expanding
learners’ literacy skills amid the implementation of distance that link them to the past, the present, papers in the Division of Bulacan, if not the only one, that is the learners’ vocabulary.
learning modalities, thus, capacitating teachers to become able to release two digital issues at the height of the pandemic.
effective reading advocates.
and the future. It is also the first to release another digital issue in the current
Another is “Repeat after me”, which is an engaging activity
wherein learners develop their vocabulary by learning how to read and
Last August 2021, we launched the Brigada Pagbasa as part academic year. The latest issue, entitled "Unshielded," is filled pronounce words from a reading material read by the teacher, which
of the annual Brigada Eskwela. The school had a book drive with stories of championing life, finding hope, and raring they will repeat after the teacher has read it.
these young individuals cope with the times while developing
with its teachers and administrators, and residents of nearby to dream amid the hopelessness and bleak. Aside from the Cross it out, is yet another component that introduces key
passion for reading. Some of the contests held include
communities volunteering as tutors and readers to students and digital issues, the publication keeps its Facebook page active vocabularies to learners so that they will not be discouraged by
ReadTok, Write the Ending (Short Story Prompt), and Quick
out-of-school youth. Donations in kind and in cash outpoured giving its staff members a platform to share their exceptional unfamiliar words while they read. Bingo boards with sight words will
Poetry Prompt. Contests were also conducted for teachers
tremendously which were utilized in the outreach program prowess in writing, making graphics, and more. It also aims be read by parents or guardians and the student will cross them out if
such as Poetry in Motion and Creative Storytelling.
conducted in a marginal Pangarayuman Elementary School. to reach out to a broader audience and share insightful they can tell their meaning.
The school clubs under the English department stepped Another segment is the “Story time”, a fun activity aimed at
information and thoughts.
up to the plate and actively posted trivia, facts, and literary enhancing the reading skills of the learners by presenting video stories
All the above-mentioned programs and activities are
articles online. One of the pioneers of such an advocacy is online. After the video story has been shown, comprehension questions
gearing towards SMNHS's long-term plan. These keep the
the Speech Club, which has posted daily inspirational quips are asked by the teacher to assess the learner’s understanding of the
love for reading alive in today's youth and the generations to
and educational pieces since the onset of the pandemic. It story viewed.
come, and its mission of championing literacy by engaging
continues doing so, and has inspired more clubs to do the Sixth-grader Jon Ken Aquino, a participant of Project Bright
students with remarkable reading experiences.
same such as the Book Lovers' Club and Theater Arts Club, attested that he has improved his reading and comprehension skills
We open doors when we open books, doors that
which posted storytelling videos, daily quotations, tongue through his participation in the program.
empower complex network of circuits in the brain that aid “Mas natuto po akong magbasa nang mas mabilis at mas
twisters, idioms and likewise shared recommendations of
in comprehension. Through improved comprehension, nadagdagan po ang aking pang-unawa sa aking binabasa at
SMNHSians surely become globally competitive for they were pinapanood sa tulong po ng Project Bright.” expressed Aquino.
immersed to a vast storehouse of books that link them to the Based on the current online and limited face to face reading
past, the present, and the future. SMNHS, in collaboration assessment, 14 out of 17 frustration readers can now read faster,
THE READING FAMILY. Developing a regular family
with the clubs under the English department continues in recognize words found in the reading materials, and answer
reading habit provide youngsters with a positive outlook in reading. pioneering activities and programs that will help students to comprehension questions correctly.
Time spent reading aloud as a family is a long-term engagement open doors that lead them to success. Indeed, Reading was made right with the help of Project Bright.
students' exposure to English.

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