It's the Progress That Counts

The author is Teacher II at San Agustin Elementary School Bianca Camille P. Tayag

“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world” – Nelson Mandela.A simple quote but beyond, there is a deeper and powerful message. No one can deny that education is a powerful tool. It enables us to make the best decisions in life and carry out our responsibilities effectively. It elevates our intellect and sharpens our perception. But the question is “W here does it all begin?” Schools are filled with people from many walks of life, each with their own unique tale to tell. It's a place where people make connections and form relationships. From the various personalities, values, and stories, it all adds up to one thing - Education. For the past years, together with the teachers, students, and all people that work for education, they've been there to make the educational systems functional. They work hand in hand to create a world where people can learn and grow. Shaping each student to be the best they can be, bringing dreams into reality, and continuing to change the lives of many people. However, changes intervened unexpectedly. Schools and institutions were closed in the second week of March to take precautions against the COVID-19 pandemic. It had a profound impact on the entire world. Suddenly, smiles were hidden behind masks, hugs were distanced by 2 meters, and talks and bonds were shifted to the virtual world. The world came to a pause as a result of this sudden change. Also, the pandemic has had a significant impact on the world's educational system. Technological devices became essential and the screens of computers became the new setting to learn. To continue learning, this new normal setting was established. At present time, still, there are a lot of challenges the education system is facing but from time to time, through the help of each and everyone to achieve a better education during the pandemic, there is progress and that's what matters. “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together” – Vincent Van Gogh