Conference Agenda (In-person)

Keynote fireside chat: The Pursuit of Excellence: Mapping Out the Future of Philippine Education

In this fireside chat, Department of Education Undersecretary for Administration Kristian Ablan will discuss and map out the future of Philippine education. They will share their insights on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in ensuring that the Philippine education system meets the evolving needs of learners and prepares them for success in the 21st century. The chat aims to inspire a dialogue on how to promote innovation and collaboration to achieve excellence in education and create a better future for Filipino youth.

Moderator:
Bobby Khan, Public Sector Head, Google Cloud, Google Philippines

Kristian R. Ablan, Undersecretary, DepEd

Panel discussion: School leaders in focus: How strategic leadership is driving the evolution of hybrid education

• Stakeholders and change management: communication and open dialogue to ensure success
• Implementing and rolling out new systems and tools
• Leading by example to drive digitalisation in schools

Moderator:
Leah Marie Tumlos-Castillo, Junior High School Vice Principal, De La Salle Santiago Zobel

Ferdinand Pitagan, ICTS Director IV, DepEd

Wilma C. Manio, Principal IV, Commonwealth Elementary School

Jay-Arr Tayao, Education Program Supervisor I, Schools Governance and Operations Division, DepEd-SDO Bulacan

Panel discussion: Curriculum design for hybrid delivery: developing frameworks and best practice

• Pedagogical change: tips for structuring and integrating child-centred learning strategies
• Assessments: holistic learning management systems and enabling environments
• Student competencies: inculcating ownership of learning

Moderator:
Mark Sy, Chief Academic Officer, APEC Schools

Alyanna Tobias, Instructional Designer, STI Education Services Group, Inc.

Gina Juanitez Tolledo, School Principal IV, Deparo Elementary School, SDO Caloocan City

Jeremy Cruz, Secondary School Principal, Legazpi City National High School

Maria Louella Tampinco, Director for Basic Education, Miriam College

Panel discussion: A student perspective on the impact of digitalisation on their educational experience

• Using student feedback to design learning delivery
• Understanding what digital natives see as the ideal learning experience
• Wellbeing and social-emotional learning in a hybrid environment

Moderator:
Margarita Consolacion Ballasteros, Director IV, International Cooperation Office, Department of Education

Daniela Ricci A. Quiambao, Grade 12 student, APEC Schools

Roi Christian Padua, Student, San Juan City Academic Senior High School

Xynder Craig Ranwiltz C. Manio, Grade 12 student, San Francisco High School

Alaina Kyra A. Ferrer, Grade 12 student, Miriam College

Panel discussion: Student engagement in a hybrid environment: tools and tips

• In-person vs online: planning your activities and materials to suit each mode of delivery
• Giving students an active role in their learning
• Personalising learning journeys based on student performance data and analysis

Moderator:
Hilda N. Garcia, Principal III, Dr Clemente N. Dayrit Sr. Memorial High School

Abygail Magbag, Subject Head, PAREF Woodrose School, Inc.

Ramil Sanchez, Director III, Philippine Science High School - Caraga Region Campus

Shella Mae Pareja, Senior Educational Technology Specialist, Educational Technology Unit, DepEd

Dary Dacanay, Vice-President for Academics, St. Patrick School of Quezon City

Panel discussion: Elevating the teacher through professional development

• Discussion about the importance of personalized professional development
• Leveraging technology to enhance upskilling
• Fostering a culture of continuous learning

Moderator:
Via Puyat, Product Marketing Manager, Brand & Reputation, Google Philippines

Edizon Fermin, Vice President for Academic Affairs, National Teachers College

Jasthyne Cates Salazar, Assistant School Principal II, Don Alejandro Roces Sr. Science-Technology High School, SDO-Quezon City

Lyna Basri, School Principal IV, Basilan National High School

Estela Cariño, Regional Director, Cordillera Administrative Region, Department of Education, Philippines