UST's Artistang Artlets makes return

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Following their last production back on October 28, 2022 and November 5, 2022, Artistang Artlets once again steps back into the spotlight and makes their grand return on the big stage with their newest play entitled, “Pabalik, Pahilaga.”

Continuing the seasonal theme of “Tanawan, Tanglawan,” the play tells the story of two individuals: Viv, the cheerful and optimistic one; and Mori, the pessimistic artist type.

Newcomers Kent Jorryn Erasga and France Andrei Cueta and veteran members Maria Cathrina Aquino and Isabelle Laurente will portray these two characters.

As the story unfolds, we get to learn about the history behind the two main leads as they reminisce about the times they once spent together; returning back to the spot where they buried their memories within a time capsule.

“Pabalik, Pahilaga” is a story of loss, hardship, and the process of grieving. That despite all adversities, this is merely just a part of life that we have to learn and accept as we move forward with our lives. A clear example of the quote, “It’s okay to look back, but never go back.”

Headed by Mikaela Francesca Nitro as the director, written by Mildred Anne Jumarang as the scriptwriter, and produced by Aaron Roi Del Rosario as the Production Manager.

The best part? You can watch “Pabalik, Pahilaga” this coming March 8, 2023; 4 pm and 6 pm on the official Artistang Artlets’ YouTube channel. You just need to click here in order to register for the one-time viewing show. AAS42 Major Production “Pabalik, Pahilaga” Registration Form

PHLPost warns public of scammers impersonating a Post Office employee

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The Philippine Postal Corporation (Post Office) issued another warning to the public to be aware of scammers impersonating a Post Office employee who will call or message using a telephone/Mobile Phone, E-mail, Facebook, video messaging, and other online platforms purposely to deceive the public that they have an alleged parcel to claim at the Post Office.

The Post Office has been receiving reports lately on scam incidents through online, email, SMS and calls. Scammers are allegedly using fake accounts in social media, emails, text messages or phone calls to lure victims of the supposed unclaimed package at its branches. Some would even pose as postal employees.

Bogus tracking numbers of packages and other documents are also sent to the victims to make the transaction look legitimate. These documents can be validated with the Post Office.

“The public is warned not to fall victim to scammers posing as Post Office employees. They are not authorized to transact or solicit information from the public. Do not give personal information, and entertain these scammers. If a tracking number was given, please verify first, using the PHLPost Tracking System found on its Official Website. If the mail was sent to the Post Office, the tracking number should be nine (9) digits, with the last two letters being PH”, the Post Office said in a statement.

The scammers are employing several tactics to gain access to personal information or other similar means. These fraudulent means include harassment, saying that their 'unusual" package is being held at the Police Station and Post Office because of illegal content.

As a precautionary measure, the scams can easily be spotted: (1) if the scammer fails to provide the address of their office; and (2) if they insist that you pay through online banks and money remittances.

The public is advised to be careful in dealing with suspicious notifications and individuals asking for money. They may call the Post Office helpdesk, Tel. 8288-7678, through email at phlpostcares@phlpost.gov.ph or send us a message at Post Office Facebook page, or track your item at Post Office Website via www.phlpost.gov.ph.

Victims of online scams are also advised to report the incidents to the cybercrime offices of the Philippine National Police or National Bureau of Investigation.

Field offices welcome renewed partnership between DepEd and DPWH on addressing classroom gaps

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Field offices welcomed the renewed partnership between the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in reinforcing the School Building Program (SBP) during the National Planning Conference on the School Building Program (NPC-SBP).

During the NPC-SBP, DepEd Central Luzon Regional Director May B. Eclar expressed gratitude to the national and regional officials, school division superintendents, legal officers, planning officers, and engineers for continuously supporting the SBP.

“We are happy that the key players and decision-makers in our School Building Program from DepEd and DPWH are here to address the perennial issues and concerns pertaining to our School Building Program implementation,” RD Eclar said.

DepEd SOCCKSARGEN Regional Director Carlito D. Rocafort supported that “if there are state of the art and complete school facilities, the commitment of teachers will be renewed and the achievement of learners will also definitely increase.”

In her Basic Education Report (BER) 2023, Vice President and Secretary of Education Sara Z. Duterte acknowledged that “one of the most pressing problems” affecting teaching and learning is the lack of school facilities and infrastructures.

The four-day conference featured discussions on the Basic Education Development Plan (BEDP) 2030 Commitments, Guidelines on the Implementation of BEFF, Securing Valid Site Ownership of Schools as Preliminary Requirements of the School Building Program, Standard School Building Designs, and Medium Rise School Buildings, among others.

“Through this renewed partnership on SBP, especially now that the MATATAG Agenda has been launched, we in DepEd RO6 hope and believe that the nationwide gaps and shortages in classrooms and other school buildings will be fully addressed or minimized,” DepEd Western Visayas Regional Director Dr. Ramir B. Uytico emphasized.

Undersecretary for School Infrastructure and Facilities Epimaco V. Densing III emphasized the importance of taking a whole-of-society approach in addressing the shortage of classrooms and school facilities in the basic education sector.

“We want to make sure that we have non-government organizations, private institutions, civil society organizations, and development partners to bring in the additional funding for us to add more classrooms outside of the budget provided for by government, and this is something that all of us need to realize,” Usec. Densing stressed.

Meanwhile, Undersecretary for Administration Kristian R. Ablan stressed the importance of being resourceful in building strong and resilient buildings.

“Let’s think out of the box, mga RDs and SDSs, let’s discuss how we can be more efficient in planning and using in using the BEFF but not just limit it to that. Let’s think of other resources on how to build our classrooms,” Usec. Ablan said.