TAGBILARAN City was honored with a Plaque of Appreciation by the Department of Education (DepEd) Regional Office VII in recognition of its invaluable support and contributions to public education.
The award was presented by DepEd 7 Regional Director Salustiano Jimenez during the 2025 DepEd Region 7’s State of the Region Address and Stakeholders’ Convergence held at Waterworld Hotel, Mandaue City, Cebu, on February 10, 2025.
Reaffirming its strong commitment to education, Tagbilaran City has been recognized for its allocation of ₱87 million annually for its Special Education Fund (SEF) to support the City Schools Division Office of Tagbilaran.
This substantial funding ensures essential services such as water, electricity, and the deployment of security personnel across public schools.
Additionally, the city continues to invest in critical infrastructure projects, including the construction of senior high school buildings, support for robotics programs, and ongoing school facility improvements to elevate the quality of education.
Representing Mayor Jane Yap, were Ms. Shayne Beniga and Ms. Fretzie Joyce Astronomo who received the award on behalf of the city.
Mayor Yap expressed her gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing the city’s dedication to fostering an inclusive and high-quality education system.
Mayor Yap said: “Investing in education is investing in our future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to providing a conducive learning environment for our students and ensuring that they have the resources and support they need to excel. This recognition inspires us to continue strengthening our partnership with DepEd in building a brighter future for the youth of Tagbilaran.”
The award serves as a testament to Tagbilaran City’s unwavering support for education and its role as a key partner in advancing learning opportunities in Region VII.
