HRD DepEd Northern Samar

16/09/2025

𝙎𝘿𝙊 𝙉𝙊𝙍𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙉 𝙎𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘾𝙆𝙎 𝙊𝙁𝙁 3-𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝘽𝘼𝙎𝙄𝘾 𝙀𝘿𝙐𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙀𝘼𝙍𝘾𝙃 𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙄𝙉𝙄𝙉𝙂

To strengthen data-driven decision-making and foster a culture of research, the Schools Division of Northern Samar, through the Schools Governance and Operations Division’s Human Resource Development Section (HRDS) and Planning and Research Section (P&R), officially launched one of its flagship professional development programs—the three-day Basic Research Training-Workshop for Supervisors, School Heads, and Teachers—yesterday, September 15, 2025, at the Grand Mercy Hotel in Calbayog City.

This training, which runs until September 17, brings together Education Program Supervisors, District Supervisors, School Heads, and Teachers from across the division. This marks the first phase of the training, which will focus on equipping participants with the skills to develop sound research proposals.

A strategic and collaborative initiative of the Human Resource Development (HRD) and Planning & Research Sections, this program is designed to empower DepEd personnel to conduct studies that address the division's key priorities. The research outputs are expected to directly support the goals of the 2023-2028 Northern Samar Division Education Development Plan (DEDP), focusing on critical areas such as curriculum, gender and development, and instruction and key pillars on access, quality, and the resiliency and well-being of learners.

This initiative is a crucial step towards ensuring that future policies and programs are evidence-based, responsive to the needs of our schools, and aligned with the national professional standards for teachers, school heads, and supervisors. The training program has also been quality-assured by the DepEd Regional Office VIII, ensuring its compliance with quality standards.

05/09/2025

Congratulations, Dr. Roberto T. Orias! 🎉

The Human Resource Development Section (HRDS) proudly congratulates Dr. Roberto T. Orias for successfully passing the August 2025 Career Executive Service Written Examination (CESWE).

Your remarkable achievement brings pride and honor to the Division as you now join the roster of CESWE passers among SDO personnel. May this milestone inspire continued excellence and commitment to public service.

03/09/2025

The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW), the Department of Education (DepEd), the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) have jointly issued a landmark Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) institutionalizing the use of Gender-Responsive Assessment Tools for Evaluating Instructional Materials in Basic, Higher, and Technical-vocational education.

The JMC provides a unified framework to ensure that all learning resources—whether printed, digital, audiovisual, or online—are free from gender bias, stereotypes, and discriminatory content. It serves as a practical guide for curriculum developers, module writers, instructional designers, and resource evaluators in creating inclusive, empowering, and gender-sensitive educational materials.

By clarifying responsibilities and promoting collaboration, the JMC strengthens gender mainstreaming efforts in education and ensures that every learner is fairly represented and supported in a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Read the full JMC here: https://pcw.gov.ph/pcw-deped-ched-tesda-jmc-2025-03/

12/08/2025

DepEd Region VIII Welcomes New Regional Director Ronelo Al K. Firmo

A proud son of Eastern Visayas brings transformative vision anchored on “Region 8 is GREAT” slogan

Tacloban City, Philippines — The Department of Education Regional Office VIII officially welcomes its new OIC- Regional Director, Ronelo Al K. Firmo, a native of Eastern Visayas known for his transformative leadership, inspiring presence, and steadfast commitment to educational excellence.

Director Firmo, who has built an impressive track record in various leadership roles within the Department of Education, now takes the helm of DepEd Region VIII with a strong sense of purpose and a clear plan for progress.

His policy directions align with the 5-Point Agenda of Education Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara and will be carried out through the guiding vision: “Region 8 is GREAT.”

The slogan GREAT encapsulates the priorities of the new leadership:

G – Governance (Serbisyong Mabilis, Maayos at Matapat ay Ialay Lagi sa Edukasyon – SMILE): Ensuring fast, efficient, and honest public service for education stakeholders.

R – Resilience and Well-Being of Teachers and Learners and Resource Generation and Partnership: Promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being, while forging partnerships and mobilizing resources to strengthen education programs.

E – Educational Outcomes, Enabling Learning Environment, and Employability of SHS Graduates: Improving learning performance, fostering safe and inclusive schools, and equipping Senior High School graduates with skills for work or entrepreneurship.

A – Accountability: Upholding transparency and responsibility in all education programs and services.

T – Technological Advancement and Teachers’ Welfare: Harnessing digital innovations for education and prioritizing the professional growth and well-being of teachers.

“I am deeply honored to return to my home region to serve our learners, teachers, and communities,” Director Firmo said. “Eastern Visayas has great potential. With strong governance, collaborative partnerships, and a united commitment to quality education, we will make Region 8 truly GREAT.”

Under Director Firmo’s leadership, DepEd Region VIII is poised to strengthen governance systems, champion learner-centered initiatives, and build a more resilient, future-ready education community. His vision is to ensure that every learner in Eastern Visayas is not only equipped with knowledge but also empowered with the values, skills, and opportunities to succeed.

25/07/2025

24/07/2025

DepEd Northern Samar is pushing forward with its commitment to gender equality!

The Schools Division Office, through the Gender and Development Focal Point System (GFPS)-Human Resource Development Section (HRDS), successfully gathered the 46 District GAD Coordinators of the Schools Division for the GAD Planning and Budgeting for FY 2026-cum-Mid-Year Assessment last June 17-18, 2025, at Mijares Hotel, Catarman.

The two-day session was a hub of productive collaboration and strategic planning. Here are some of the key highlights:

✅ Participants engaged in a comprehensive discussion and shared best practices from the implementation of Gender and Development (GAD) Programs, Projects, and Activities (PAPs) from January-June 2025.

✅ Plans were laid out to ensure the effective and impactful implementation of GAD PAPs for the second half of the year, from July to December 2025.

✅ A major milestone was the presentation and validation of the mechanics for the first-ever 2025 Search for Most Outstanding Schools in GAD Implementation, an exciting initiative to recognize and celebrate schools that champion gender-responsive education.

This activity reaffirms SDO Northern Samar's dedication to creating inclusive, safe, and empowering learning environments for all.

Padayon, Nortehanon!

16/07/2025

Are you an inspiring teacher in your school? A transformational school head? An innovative program implementer? Or a school that radiates excellence?

This is your moment to shine!

The Schools Division of Northern Samar, through the Division PRAISE Committee and the Human Resource Development Section, proudly opens the 2025 Search for Most Outstanding DepEd Northern Samar Personnel, Schools, and Program Implementers. Annually conducted by this Schools Division, our premier recognition program honors excellence, commitment, and innovation in public education.

Some of the Major Awards Include:
✔️ Most Outstanding Teacher
✔️ Most Outstanding School Head
✔️ Most Outstanding School
✔️ Most Outstanding Program Coordinator / Implementer
✔️ Special Citations for Exemplary Initiatives

📌 Who can be nominated?
All teaching and non-teaching personnel, school heads, public elementary and secondary schools, and program implementers.

📅 Deadline of Submission: August 11, 2025, 5:00 PM
📄 Access the nomination forms and full guidelines here: https://tinyurl.com/2025Pasidungog

Let us raise the bar of public service and celebrate brand of excellence in education in our schools division!

Be part of the where we honor not just the best, but the truly transformative.