Plenary sessions designed to spark dialogue, share innovations, and inspire change in education access and protection
Foundations of Quality Access in Basic Education: Values-Based and Research-Driven Education Workplaces
FOCUS:
To explore how core values, inclusive practices, and research-informed strategies can shape quality access and equitable outcomes in basic education.
Foundations of Quality Access in Basic Education: Values-Based and Research-Driven Education Workplaces
FOCUS:
To explore how core values, inclusive practices, and research-informed strategies can shape quality access and equitable outcomes in basic education.
Creating Safe Spaces:
Child Protection in the Learning Environment
FOCUS:
To deepen the understanding of child protection frameworks and strategies in creating safe, supportive, and responsive educational environments.
Creating Safe Spaces:
Child Protection in the Learning Environment
FOCUS:
To deepen the understanding of child protection frameworks and strategies in creating safe, supportive, and responsive educational environments.
"Driving School Innovation with the Question Formulation Technique"
FOCUS:
To empower educators and school leaders to use the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) as a tool for fostering critical thinking, driving inquiry, and advancing school-based action research and innovation.
Features the presentation and exchange of research papers, innovative school-based projects, proposals, and action plans crafted by participants. It aims to highlight practical applications of conference learnings, foster collaboration, and promote evidence-based practices across education institutions.
Founding President, National PTA Philippines
Ballroom Dancesport Coach & Trainer
Willy O. Rodriguez is a dedicated education advocate, uniting parents, teachers, students, and communities for quality learning.
Drawing from humble beginnings, he champions leadership, volunteerism, and empowerment—both in the classroom and PTA
Head Teacher III & Guidance In Charge
Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo High School, QC
Master of Arts in Management and Supervision at Golden Gate Colleges, 1988
Master of Arts in Values Education sponsored by Rotary Club International at University of Asia and the Pacific
Curriculum writer - Edukasyon sa pAgpapakatao
Curriculum Writer - HomeRoom Guidance Program
Module writer ESP 10
Module writer - HGP Grade 5
Matatag Curriculum national Trainer for Grade
Speaker for topics on the following
A. Mental Health
B. Bullying and the Children Protection Policy
C. Gender and Development
D. Leadership
E. Drug Prevention
F. Smoking and Substance Abuse
Project Development Officer V
DepEd Central Office
-National Resource Speaker about Government Assistance and Subsidies Service (GASS), in collaboration with the Operations and Data Management Division (ODMD) and Policy, Research, and Development Division (PRDD), DepEd
-Former Education Program Supervisor (EPS), DepEd NCR-Quality Assurance Division; EPS in-charge of Schools Division Office Makati, Muntinlupa, and Mandaluyong CIty; QuADPRO Focal Person
-Child Protection Advocate as Registered Guidance Counselor
Founder and National Director
Over the Edge Philippines, Inc.
Rally Abalon is a purpose driven individual for his advocacy for Safe Schools.
He has been known for his commitment to mobilize like-minded individuals and organizations in working a safe environment for learning.
With a background in Christian Education he has conducted seminars and created training modules and books to further enhance learners capability to passionately say 'no' to toxic influences. Rally brings an inclusive approach in leadership, and collaboration with others since 2010.
His doctoral studies affirm that when a School commences a Safe School campaign it reduces more than 50% the cases of bullying, substance experimentation and others.
Rally consistently advocates that there is indeed power in partnership that may result in the transformation of the Campuses that impact a National reformation. His team of dynamic advocates in different parts of the Country consistently receives citation and recognition from public and private organizations for their labor of love for the youth.
Affirming their belief through actions, attitudes and activation that indeed,
"Ang Kabataan ang Pag-asa ng Bayan"
Planning Officer III,
School Governance and Operations Division
Planning and Research Section, Sta. Rosa City
Mr. Adolfo C. Ibayan, is a public servant with a solid background in strategic planning and organizational development. College Instructor, Businessman. Former National president of the Association of the DepEd Planning Officers of the Philippinces. Karate Instructor. Spoken word artist (poet).
Professional Experience
2006 - 2008 - Public Info Officer, Executive Assistance to the Office of the City Mayor & Public School Teacher City of Sta. Rosa
2008 - Present - Planning Officer, DepEd Sta. Rosa
2021 - Present - Part-time College Instructor, Our Lady of Fatima University - Laguna Campus.
Educational Background
2000 - AB Political Science
2021 - Master in Public Administration
2024 - Certificate Course on Foresight in Futures Thinking (In Progress)
Administrative Officer V
Department of Education
Sites Titling Office
Former Section Chief, Planning, Finance and Admin - DepEd DRRMS
Professional Background:
Former Planning, Admin and Finance Officer - DepEd DRRMS
-Member Philippine Delegates in Benchmarking of Best Practices in Education for SouthEast Asia
-Member Philippine Delegates in Benchmarking of Best Practices in Education for SouthEast Asia
Educational Background: Graduated Bachelor of Science in Agriculture - Pangasinan State University, Sta. Maria Chapter
Completed Master's Degree in Education Pangasinan State University, Urdaneta City Campus
School Category Team Leader
- Gawad KALASAG
- Program Manager School Report Card
- Member, Philippine Delegates to Thailand (2024) Education in Emergencies
Educational Background:
Graduated Bachelor of Science in Agriculture - Pangasinan State University, Sta. Maria Chapter
Completed Master's Degree in Education Pangasinan State University, Urdaneta City Campus
Chief, DSWD - NCR
Leah Novenario Bautista is an accomplished education leader and public servant, currently serving as Division Chief and Project Development Officer V at the Regional Program Management Office, 4Ps of the Department of Social Welfare and Development – NCR. With over two decades of experience in the Department of Education, she has held key leadership positions, including Education Program Supervisor, Regional Youth Formation Coordinator, and OIC-Supervisor for various curriculum areas.
She is completing her Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership and Management at Romblon State University and holds two master’s degrees in education, a Certificate in Preschool Education from the Philippine Normal University, and a BS in Psychology from the University of Santo Tomas.
Recognized as a National Trainer for English, textbook writer, and policy contributor, Ms. Bautista has been instrumental in advancing teacher quality, youth formation, and community welfare. In 2024, she was honored as Best Knowledge Manager by DSWD-NCR.
QCPSTA Board of Director for Kindergarten
Nancy A. Calado is a dedicated kindergarten teacher at Ponciano Bernardo Elementary School, where she currently serves with commitment and care. With over 30 years of teaching experience in both private and public schools, she has devoted her life to early childhood education and child development.
She has been the President of the school's Faculty Club since 2018 and is an active member of the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines. She also serves as the Board of Director for Kindergarten under the Quezon City Public School Teachers Association (QCPSTA), and as the school's Learner Information System (LIS) Coordinator, ensuring effective management of student records.
Ms. Calado is passionate about nurturing young minds and dreams of publishing her own children’s book one day. Beyond her professional roles, she is a proud and loving single mother to her 27-year-old daughter.
Faculty Member Philosophy of Education and Values Education Programs Division of Curriculum and Instruction College of Education University of the Philippines Diliman
John Leonard Burdeos is a graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, CSSP-UP Diliman. He is currently specializing in Philosophy of Education at the UP College of Education where he is also handling Philosophy of Education and Values Education Courses at the Undergraduate Level. He was one of the founding members (VP for Education and Research) of the UP P4C Society, a university-wide student organization dedicated to teaching the importance of thinking and philosophy in daily life through the Community of Inquiry as P4C's methodology. He served as a Sr. Project Assistant (for Research) at the Office for Student Ethics and a Social Engagement Lecturer at the De La Salle University (Manila).
In working with the Philosophy of Education and Values Education Programs in advancing the quality of Education (and its Foundations) for and with Teachers and other stakeholders, he serves a Member of the Board of Trustees of ISIP Pinas (Philosophical Inquiry in Schools Initiative Philippines, Inc. a Non-Governmental Organization) and PAVESOC, Inc. (Philosophy and Values Education Society, Inc. - a professional organization for teachers and other stakeholders).
Senior Lecturer - Philosophy of Education and
Values Education Programs
College of Education, University of the Philippines
* Dean, Graduate School, St. Anthony College of Technology (SACT)
* Philosophical Coach, Project Thrive, Int’l (mentored by TEDtalk Speaker Danielle LaSusa, PhD)
* Transformative Coach - Coach Masters Academy (CMA, Int’l)
* Author, Inspirational books (e.g. "Balance is Power"; “Spell Out Your Love” & “Power Within”
* Master in Public Administration - NCPAG, UP Diliman
* Ph.D. Candidate, Philosophy of Education, UP Diliman
* Regional Builder, The Feast International, Light of Jesus Community, founded by Bro. Bo Sanchez)
Philosophy of Education and Values
Education Programs
College of Education, University of the Philippines
Dr. Michael Arthus G. Muega is a History and Philosophy and Values Education professor at the University of the Philippines College of Education.
He holds doctoral degrees in Educational History and Philosophy of Education and in Special Education, a master’s degree in Philosophy, and a bachelor’s degree in Communication major in Journalism.
He led the crafting of the BSEd Values Education program of the University of the Philippines, Diliman. His recent co-authored international book chapter publications are “The Role of Philosophy in Democratic Education,” “Integrating Dialogic Inquiry in Philippine Textbooks and Lesson Plans: A Proposal,” and “Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines Through the Lens of CRT: An Imperative for Inclusive Education.”.
He was a course director and designer for the Law Educators Certification Program (LECP) of the National Legal Education Advancement Program (LEAP of the University of the Philippines Law Complex. He was also a consultant on implementing the Transnational Higher Education Law in the Philippines.
