MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (PIA) -- The provincial government is highlighting the crucial role of the education sector in achieving peace and development in the province.
Schools Division Superintendent in the Division of Misamis Occidental Renaldo Manuel Jr. said the province’s education department is backing the provincial government’s peace programs as well as other initiatives that promote law and order pushed under the administration of Governor Henry S. Oaminal.
Manuel stressed the significant contributions of educators in achieving various peace endeavors, especially promoting a culture of peace among students and providing a haven for them to feel safe. He also assured that the Department of Misamis Occidental is fully supporting all initiatives advocating “harmony, prosperity, and peacefulness within our communities.”
“Although the recent bombing incidents targeting our Governor Henry Oaminal have shaken the peace and order in our province, it is fortunate that no one was injured, and we are thankful to our almighty father for that,” Manuel said.
Although perpetrators are not yet identified, empathy for the collective desire of Misamisnons for a swift resolution to such acts of violence remains strong. "It is through unity, understanding, and commitment to peace that we can overcome challenges,” he added. Manuel lauded the province’s commitment to hosting school activities that would showcase all the potential and talents of young Misamisnons. This, as the first Asenso Misamis Occidental Provincial Athletic Meet, is scheduled to be conducted from February 7 to 11 in Tangub City.
The provincial government will also hold the Regional Festival of Lights in Northern Mindanao this coming March and the Northern Mindanao National Athletic Association Meet in May. The Misamis Occidental is also preparing for the 2026 Palarong Pambansa (National Games).
Manuel said the DepEd MisOcc will continue pushing holistic development goals for the students in the province as he emphasized the need to sustain a peaceful environment for everyone.
“Let us continue to unite in our pursuit of a harmonious community; let the Misamis Occidental stand shoulder to shoulder with the Provincial Government's call for peace and resolution to the recent bombing incident,” he added.
Together, let us ensure that Misamis Occidental becomes a symbol of tranquility, setting an example for the rest of the nation,” Manuel urged. (PGMO/PIA-10/Misamis Occidental)
