Teachers and non-teaching personnel who rendered outstanding services were recognized during the Pasigarbo 2023 organized by the Department of Education (DepEd) in Siquijor.
DepEd Siquijor Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Rosalie M. Pasaol lauded the awardees for their exemplary performance and achievements that contributed to the department in achieving its goals, mission, and vision.
“This is our way of letting you feel how important your contributions are to the whole Siquijor province and the community,” said Pasaol.
She said their significant contributions in shaping the hearts and minds of the learners, as well as the stakeholders involved in the process, created a positive ripple effect within the community.
Pasigarbo is an annual event organized by DepEd Siquijor to recognize their teaching and non-teaching staff who have demonstrated sustained commitment to delivering quality education.
Over 1,000 DepEd personnel attended the Pasigarbo this year, which is the fourth since it was started in 2019, but was cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
DepEd Siquijor awardees during the Pasigarbo 2023 Awarding Night. (NRO/PIA7-Siquijor)
During the event, 36 personnel received the Outstanding Program Implementers Award for 2022.
For 2023, 28 personnel received the same award, while another 28 were given the Outstanding Personnel and Schools Award.
The Service Award was also handed over to DepEd Siquijor employees who have been serving the agency for 10 years and above.
Eden D. Bation, a recipient of the Most Outstanding Teaching-Related Personnel – Education Program Supervisor award, said she finds it enriching and fulfilling to be recognized for her efforts.
“To receive this award is one of the enriching and fulfilling emotions because such aside from the omniscient point of view of God, is indicative of an effort being recognized by the eyes of men,” said Bation.
Bation served as a secondary school teacher at Siquijor Provincial Science High School for 12 years. She was a school head at Leon Parami High School for three years and currently a senior education program specialist in the human resource and development division. She also served as officer-in-charge of the office of the assistant schools division superintendent for some time.
The Most Outstanding Teaching-Related Personnel – Senior Education Program Specialist, Eden Bation (R), with PIA Siquijor Information Center Manager Rizalie A. Calibo during the Pasigarbo 2023 ceremony. (NRO/PIA-7 Siquijor)
For Special Education (SPED) teacher Jyle Rae I. Jumawan, the awards she received means a lot to her. It motivates her to continue her efforts in the field of education. She is also grateful for the opportunities entrusted to her that push her to learn more and grow.
“I am deeply honored and grateful to receive these awards from the Department of Education Division of Siquijor. These recognitions mean a great deal to me and I want to express my heartfelt thanks for these acknowledgements,” she sid.
The Pasigarbo also featured stage performances of talented individuals from the DepEd Siquijor family. (NRO/PIA7-Siquijor)
Proud awardee, Jyle Rae I. Jumawan, with her family after receiving numerous awards for her exemplary performance as a Special Education (SPED) teacher. (RAC/PIA7-Siquijor)
