Regional Festival of Talents kicks off in Misamis Occidental
Misamis Occidental—
This year's RFOT theme is
"Galing, Talino, at Husay ng mga Batang Makabansa sa Diwa ng Matatag na
adhika,'' which aims to provide learners from public and private
elementary and secondary schools, including students from the Alternative
Learning System, a platform to showcase their talents, skills, attitudes, and
values.
Approximately 1,700 delegates
from 14 school divisions across Region 10 will participate in various RFOT
activities, representing areas such as Bukidnon, Cagayan De Oro City, Camiguin,
El Salvador, Gingoog City, Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte, Malaybalay City,
Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Oroquieta City, Ozamiz City, Tangub City
and Valencia City.
Governor Henry Oaminal extended a
warm welcome to all attendees, especially Vice President Sara Duterte and
delegates from other provinces and cities in region 10, to the humble and
beautiful province of Misamis Occidental.
"Indeed, it is with great
pleasure that we are gathered here today for this fantastic event, which brings
together talented students from the region. This is a celebration of
creativity, passion, and the limitless potential that resides within the younger
generation in region 10," Governor Oaminal expressed.
He highlighted the efforts of the
Department of Education in providing platforms, such as the Festival of
Talents, to enhance students' knowledge and talents while promoting the
region's rich culture.
At the Festival of Talents, Secretary
and Vice President Sarah Duterte conveyed her gratitude to the Misamis
Occidental province, local government units, the House of Representatives, and
mayors for their unwavering support of education, particularly for teachers and
students in DepEd schools.
She expressed her joy and
enthusiasm in joining the gathering of talented elementary, secondary, and
Alternative Learning System students, as she sees it as an opportunity to
inspire learners for their future.
“Your presence here speaks
volumes of dedication, excellence, and determination to surpass limits. As we
witness your skills, and abilities displayed let us not forget the significance
of this gathering. It is a chance for us to learn with each other, grow
together, and most importantly inspire one another,’’ she said.
The RFOT features various
activities including Sining Tanghalan, Special Needs Education (SNED), Lingo
Star, STEMazing, MOSABAQAH, Population Development, and more.
Winners of the contest will
advance to the National Festival of Talents (NFOT) scheduled for July 2024 in
Naga City, Cebu Province. (SN/PGMO)
The
Department of Education in partnership with the Province of Misamis Occidental officially inaugurated the
Regional Festival of Talents (RFOT) on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the Working
Congressman Cultural Center, Tudela Gymnasium. This festival aims to provide
learners from public and private elementary and secondary schools, including
students from the Alternative Learning System, with opportunities to showcase
their talents and skills. (SN/PGMO)
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