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BUTUAN CITY – September 9, 2025. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗘𝗱) 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀, 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 “𝗠𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝗠𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼.”

The program opened with the National Anthem and Caraga Hymn, followed by a spirited opening salvo performed by students of Libertad National High School under the Special Program in the Arts. Assistant Regional Director Pedro T. Escobarte Jr. welcomed the participants, while Dr. Adrilene Mae J. Castaños (PDO IV) led the recognition of distinguished guests, partners, and stakeholders who came in full support of the event.

Regional Director Maria Ines C. Asuncion delivered an inspiring message that drew warm participation from the audience. She opened by inviting everyone to declare with pride: “CARAganda, CARAgaling, CARAmazing, and CARAGOLD”—a cheer that captured the spirit and excellence of teachers in Caraga.

In her speech, Director Asuncion underscored the significance of celebrating National Teachers’ Day, which is officially recognized under Presidential Proclamation No. 242 and reinforced by Republic Act 10743, designating October 5 as National Teachers’ Day in the Philippines. She explained that this decree is more than a law; it is a reminder that teachers’ contributions are pillars of nation-building.

Turning to the crowd of educators, she delivered heartfelt words: “We see you, we value you, we thank you.” She further assured teachers, “You are loved, cherished, and never alone in this journey.” Her message resounded with gratitude and recognition, emphasizing that teachers are true “everyday heroes” who nurture dreams and shape the future of learners.

Messages of support from government officials in attendance added weight to the celebration. Each extended their appreciation for the unwavering service of teachers across Caraga.

Cultural presentations from various Schools Division Offices showcased the region’s rich talent and artistry, blending music, dance, and tribute performances that captured the spirit of gratitude to educators. All took turns in honoring teachers through creative performances.

The program concluded with the “Ways Forward” message by Mr. Edmund D. Mendoza, Chief Education Supervisor of ESSD, who highlighted the continued efforts of DepEd Caraga to strengthen partnerships and uplift the teaching profession.

The celebration ended on a high note with a Zumba session led by SDO Butuan City, energizing the participants and symbolizing unity and wellness within the teaching community.

This regional kick-off set the tone for the nationwide celebration of National Teachers’ Month, affirming once more that teachers remain at the heart of building dreams and nurturing hope for the Filipino youth.

For more information, contact (085) 221-1151, 0961-737-0873, or 0915-808-4734. Website: www.caraga.deped.gov.ph; email: caraga@deped.gov.ph; pau_caraga@deped.gov.ph

(More photos to be uploaded soon.)

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