Governor Oaminal honors teachers, champions education at 2024 Asenso Awards

 

MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (PGMO)--Governor Henry S. Oaminal, joined by distinguished leaders including 1st District Representative Congressman Jason P. Almonte, Vice-Governor Rowena Gutierrez, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan members, Mayors, and DepEd-MisOcc Schools Division Superintendent Reynaldo Manuel Jr., graced the 2024 Asenso Awards and Teacher’s Day Celebration.

The event, which honored teachers as the province's unsung heroes, highlighted their indispensable role in shaping Misamis Occidental’s future.

Governor Oaminal emphasized the significance of the event, This year’s celebration, themed “Sa Asensong Probinsya, Magtutudlo, Pinangga Ka”, aimed to enhance the skills and knowledge of teachers through sessions on financial literacy, career development, and personal growth.

Governor Oaminal highlighted that these topics align with the core message of the theme, emphasizing the vital role teachers play as the "guides of progress.”

“Kamo nga mga magtutudlo ang atong gabay sa pag-Asenso kay kamo man ang gigikanan sa kahibalo. Busa pinangga jud mo dili lang nako kundili sa tanan nga provincial, city, and municipal officials. Considered than a profession, teachers are regarded as the strongest pillar of the society,” Governor Oaminal remarked. "Through your hard work and dedication, we have achieved remarkable milestones in education and sports."

He cited the province's success in the recent Palarong Pampook in Camiguin, where Misamis Occidental garnered an unprecedented 52 gold medals, and the achievement of Sibugon Integrated School in Lopez Jaena, which ranked as the top 3 performing school in the 2023 National Achievement Test.

Governor Oaminal expressed his heartfelt gratitude, saluting teachers for their unwavering dedication. “The challenges you face today are far greater than before, but despite these, you continue to inspire our youth. For that, you deserve not just gratitude but our deepest respect and admiration,” he stated.

The Governor reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing education, focusing on improving facilities, providing more resources, and creating more opportunities for the youth.

He emphasized, “Investing in education is investing in our future, and there is no better investment we can make.”

In closing, Governor Oaminal congratulated the Asenso Awardees, celebrating their dedication and drive for excellence. “The path to progress is not easy, but through your perseverance, you have proven that true success comes from hard work and a commitment to making a difference,” he added.

As Misamis Occidental moves forward, Governor Oaminal called upon everyone to embody the province's core values and work together for a brighter and more prosperous future. He concluded with a powerful message: “Success is not measured by individual accomplishments alone but by how much we uplift and inspire one another.” (SN/PGMO)

Governor Oaminal honors teachers and awardees at the 2024 Asenso awards, teacher’s day celebration.