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16th Annual Seminar and Quiz Bee for Pre-Service Teachers: Fostering Futre-Ready Educators in CALABARZON

November 22, 2024 - The PAFTE IV-A CALABARZON Annual Seminar and Quiz Bee for Pre-Service Teachers, held at the Batangas City Sports Center-Coliseum, gathered 54 schools and universities under the theme “Future-Ready Educators: Harnessing AI for Learning Excellence.” Hosted by St. Bridget College Batangas, the event highlighted AI’s transformative role in education.

Notable speakers included Dr. Freddie B. Bulauan, Officer-in-Charge of CHED Regional Office IV-A, who emphasized the importance of ethical and innovative AI integration in teaching, and Dr. Aris E. Ignacio, Dean of Southville International School and Colleges, who explored AI’s potential in personalized learning and collaboration. Representing Mayor Beverly Rose A. Dimacuha, Dr. Mary Ann E. Antenor inspired participants with a call for collaboration in advancing the teaching profession.

The Quiz Bee featured outstanding talents, including Jhenie Mendoza and Princes Mariane De Torres, 4th-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) students, and Yishin Dane Gutierrez, 3rd-year BEEd student.

Winners of the Quiz Bee:
Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation-Lucena secured first place.
Sta. Teresa College earned second place.
Southern Luzon State University-Lucban claimed third place.

The event underscored the dedication of CALABARZON’s pre-service teachers to innovation and resilience in shaping the future of education.

Article: Yishin Dane Gutierrez
Photos: SBC – Sibul Student Publication and Clyde Joseph Hernandez