UPSKILLING, RESKILLING EDUCATORS
ARCHIAL L. DOMINGO
The government, describing education as both a “moral” and “practical” imperative for the government, said the country cannot succeed without a skilled workforce. President Ferdinand Marcos emphasized the need to upskill and reskill the country’s workforce and the government must first act “locally” to be “competitive globally.” According to the President, the government will work hard so that no Filipino is left behind. And to do even better, they will ensure that the country is at par with the global standards in basic education. This endeavor, he said, will be at the forefront of our efforts to realize the vision of providing a quality education for children and for generations to come. The President renewed his vow not to scrimp on investment in the education sector, particularly on building infrastructure that will provide the academic sector with a healthy and safe environment that is conducive to learning. He also promised to continue investing in the country’s teachers and learners as it is part of efforts to improve the educational system. According to the President, there will be multiple opportunities that meet both personal and professional needs of teachers, offering them the support they need in terms of resources, programs and policies so they can effectively perform their roles as teachers and mentors of our children. Quality teachers, he believes, yield hardworking, productive and law-abiding citizens. The government will also invest in learners by giving them the right tools and mechanisms that they need in their day-to-day schooling, taking advantage of the new technologies and innovations that will provide them convenience and efficiency in their pursuit of learning. President Marcos said it is equally important to advance learners’ academic competencies and hone them to become productive and responsible members of society, so we can produce young citizens who are not only productive but also harbor genuine love and passion for our country. Marcos said strengthening the country’s education system warrants a “whole-of-government” and “wholeof-society” approach.
The author is Teacher III at San Miguel National High School