DepEd-7 chief appeals for help

CEBU, Philippines —  Department of Education 7 Regional Director Salustiano Jimenez has called on everyone to help and support the teachers rather than ridicule them and the education system as a whole especially on the errors on the learning modules.

With no face-to-face learning allowed at the start of school year 2020-2021, majority of those enrolled in public schools in the country opted for a modular printed modality for the continuation of its learning.

Since the opening of classes last October 5, there are already several rants and memes or those making fun on social media with regards to the lessons printed.

While memes are just meant for laughs, Jimenez via Facebook live has appealed and hope for sensitivity and be part of the solution instead.

“Katong sigeg yaga-yaga, atong pud untang tan-awon kung how perfect are we nga pwede nato na buhaton sa atong isigkaingon,” said Jimenez.

He said the hardwork that teachers put in to produce the modules is never easy, yet, it is part of what they pledged to serve the country and its people.

He added that everyone should think it over before posting anything on social media.

“Try to reflect if makahatag ba’g kaayuhan sa atong sistema, makahatag ba’g kaayuhan sa atong isigka tawo, kay kung ang tubag ana dili, nganong ato man ng buhaton?” said Jimenez.

Instead, Jimenez encouraged everyone to report any errors found in modules to the teachers or the school where their children are enrolled.

Even teachers are also encouraged to help fellow teachers in the correction of errors.

“I remind teachers and parents, kung naa moy nakit-an nga kinahanglan natong i-correct, i-report ninyo. Ako, nituo ko, nobody’s perfect,” added Jimenez.

Quoting an African proverb, “it takes a village to raise a child,” Jimenez believes that parents and everyone around the students in their community should also help in the learning process as well as make valuable and meaningful contributions to the student’s development rather than only complain and criticize.

Jimenez said, while they were off to a good start, sustainability is another challenge to tackle and that is why it is important to keep the teaching force’s morale up.

“Do not waver your enthusiasm. This is a gift that God has given us being an educator, being a teacher,” said Jimenez to the teachers. — GMR (FREEMAN)