Comval holds another “Bayanihan sa Paaralan” Stakeholders’ Forum

Compostela Valley Province---- “If we are serious in solving our country’s problems, we must begin in investing in our youth. There is no better way to do that than to build better schools, schools that teach them that their knowledge belongs to their families and communities, schools that will not take away their innocence, schools that will teach them the ways of peace, schools that will build, not destroy and will allow them to dream and reach new horizons.”

Speaking before different private and government sectors, Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy shared this message during the conduct of the “Bayanihan Stakeholders’ Forum” dubbed as  “Ako ay isang Bayani sa Paaralan, Bayani sa Karunungan” on August 27, 2019 at Big 8, Corporate Hotel, Tagum City.

Attending the forum were Gov. Uy, Vice Governor Maricar S. Zamora, Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) members led by Hon. Arturo T. Uy, Municipal Mayors led by Hon. Roberto M. Yugo, Provincial Government (PG) Heads and Assistant PG Heads led by Provincial Administrator Virgilia S. Allones, Barangay Officials of the school beneficiaries, Heads of the National Offices, high ranking officials of the Armed forces of the Philippines (AFP) led by MGEN Jose Faustino and the Philippine National Police (PNP).

 The Bayanihan para sa Paaralan is a program of the provincial government of Comval to address the shortage of classrooms in the different public schools of the province where they accumulated funds from the different private partners and stakeholders of the provincial government to build school classrooms.

 The program answers the issue of classroom shortage even without undergoing the usual lengthy government process of constructing classrooms.

 Dr. Reynante A. Solitario – Schools Division Superintendent of Department of Education (DepEd) Compostela Valley Division said that everyone is responsible for the personal growth and education of the learners. As they say, “it takes a village to raise a child.”

“Indeed, we never fail, as one community, one village, one province with one vision, and we are working together to raise responsible members of the community,” Solitario added.

Solitario also expressed his gratitude to the active and very supportive Comval officials led by Gov. Uy as the champion partners in all education programs.

Meanwhile, the program becomes successful were the stakeholders do their pledge of commitments to help the financial needs to build another five (5) better school classrooms in far-flung areas as they were also long-affected by conflicts, oftentimes used by some groups who wish to take advantage of the innocence of children.

 The areas identified to build five schools are in Sitio Side 4 Mangayon, Compostela  to further accommodate more students. Another is in Panansalan, Compostela, in Pagsabangan and Manurigao in New Bataan and in Sitio Sapanglubog, Tibagon Pantukan, Comval.

It can be recalled that the provincial government has turned over a 1-unit 2 classroom building each in Sitio Side 4 and Sito Putting Bato, both in Compostela on May and June this year.

Among the stakeholders who pledged their support to the program were the Ulticon Builders, Inc. who committed P3M Pesos; P1.5 M for Hexat Mining Corporation; P1.5 M for Udenna Foundation, Inc;  P1.5M for A-CUP Foundation; and P1.5M from the Apex Mining Company for the construction of school classrooms. 

Also gracing the occasion were the stakeholders of the different corporation namely; Carlos S. Gonzalez-President of Ulticon Builders, Inc., Noe B. Tajo-Chairman Hexat Mining Corporation, Inc., Paul Cuyegkeng-President and CEO of Sumifru Philippines, Dennis A. Uy-Chief Executive Officer Udenna Foundation, Inc., Louie R. Sarmiento-President and CEO of Apex Mining Company, Hon. Arturo T. Uy-Chairman A-CUP Foundation, Inc., MGEN Jose C Faustino- Division Commander, 10th Infantry Division, and Dr. Reynante A. Solitario of DepEd Comval.

 On the other hand, the governor said that the building of schools is part of the greater effort to secure a better future to all the children most especially those living in the highlands.

“We will commit ourselves to this greater purpose. I, too, will do the same. As what I’ve promised, I will dedicate each day as governor in ensuring that our children enjoy a future they deserve-one that is brighter, better and golden,’’ the governor added.

Furthermore, a ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by the private partners together with the provincial officials and the Commitment Setting and Awarding of Certificates was also done during the forum. #YEStoDavaoDeOro (Rey Antibo, ID Comval, Photos by: Maryel Lasaca)

Comval holds Eastern Mindanao Regional Scout Jamboree 2019

Compostela Valley Province----“There is a need to develop the potentials of the youth and ensure that they give a fair chance of becoming the hope that they are ought to be. This is where the scouting movement plays a big role,” this was part of the message of the Eastern Mindanao Region – Boy Scout of the Philippines (EMR-BSP) Chairperson Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy as he officially opened the EMR Scouts Jamboree 2019 at the Compostela Sports Complex, Compostela, Compostela Valley Province on August 14, 2019 with the theme: “Commitment to Excellence”.

With more than six thousand (6,000) Boy Scouts, Senior Scouts and Rover Scouts of the different councils coming from the Eastern Mindanao joined the said jamboree that will end up on August 18, 2019.

For the duration of the jamboree the scouts will undergo the main scout’s activities such as the Adventure Trail, Aquatics, Challenge Valley, Emergency Preparedness, Go Green Project, Global Development, First-Aid Bandaging, and Pioneering.

According to Governor Uy, “We mold our young people here to be leaders of their respective households, circles and communities.  Sooner or later, these young people may be the future holders of different positions in government. As early as now, there is a need to instill them the values necessary to become the leaders of the future.”

“Dako ang obligasyon sa BSP nga himuong responsible ang atong kabatan-onan. I perfectly understand this because I am a governor that belongs to the generation of the young. What made me the leader I am today are the platforms that allowed me to fulfil my potentials – youth conferences, seminars, and the likes,” the Governor added.

The EMR is composed of the different councils coming from the Provinces and Cities of Eastern Mindanao namely; Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, Davao City, Tagum City, Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, Sultan Kudarat, General Santos City, Agusan del Sur, Agusan de Norte, Misamis Oriental, Cotabato, South Cotabato, Surigao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Cagayan de Oro City, Saranggani Province, , and ComVal Province.

Gracing the opening program were the provincial scouting chairperson and council scout commissioners of the different councils headed by the BSP National President Hon. Roberto Pagdanganan, EMR Chairperson Gov. Uy, Tagum City Mayor Allan Rellon- Vice President for BSP Mindanao, Regional Scout Director Jesus Meris, Mayor lema Bolo the host municipality, DepEd Comval Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Dr. Reynante A. Solitaro, Assistant SDS Phoebe Gay Refamonte, Council Scouts Executives (CSE) OIC Mark Tenio and Dionel Batistel the Deputy Camp Director together with the high ranking officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP)  and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the different local council executive board members.

Meanwhile, SDS Solitario said that this is in response to the theme, Commitment to Excellence, that we are challenged to be wise as commitment is the language of the wise. It is also a responsibility and includes accountability.

Solitario added that “Commitment to excellence is different to striving for perfection because perfection is impossible. Excellence is very achievable and it is really an evolving thing. What’s excellent today may not be excellent tomorrow. So you’ve maintain a culture of excellence and commit it.”

The BSP is guided with its vision in preparing the youth to become agents of change in communities guided by the scout oath and law as well as their mission to help the youth to develop and acquire competencies to become responsible citizens and capable leaders anchored on the scout oath and law.

“If our youth exhibit the very values that the BSP uphold, then I can say with all confidence that the future of Eastern Mindanao and the entire Philippines is indeed very bright. If we are to solve our country’s problem, we begin by investing in our youth,” the Governor ended. #YEStoDavaoDeOro (Rey Antibo, ID Comval)

ComVal supports Salugpungan Suspension

NABUNTURAN, Compostela Valley, July 19 (PIA) - - Compostela Valley Governor Jayvee Tyron Uy is supporting the order from the Department of Education XI (Deped) suspending schools operated by Salugpungan Ta Tanu Igkanogon.

 According to the Deped Compostela Valley, 15 out of the 55 schools suspended are located in the province.

 In a statement, Governor Uy stressed that for ten years of existence in Compostela Valley, the administration of the Salugpungan schools had not consulted the local government in the province.

“As Governor and former Chair of the Regional Peace and Order Council XI, we also received complaints on the failure of these schools to secure free, prior and informed consents (FPIC) from the communities where they operate, as mandated by the Indigenous People’s Rights Act,” the governor said.

Governor Uy hoped that the issues surrounding the suspension will be cleared up, following a free and unbiased inquiry.

Last July 12, Deped XI Regional Director Evelyn Fetalvero issued a suspension order to the Salugpungan schools and gave them until July 17 to submit to explain why the permit to operate and recognition granted to the school be fully revoked.

 The deadline was later extended to July 22 upon the request of Salugpungan Executive Director Eugenia Nolasco.

Governor Uy also underscored that the provincial government will exert its efforts to ensure that the indigenous peoples (IP) communities have access to quality education.

 In a Bayanihan concept, two schools serving IP children opened last June 3 at sitios Side 4, Barangay Mangayon and Puting Bato, Barangay Ngan, all in Compostela town.

 With a vision of keeping every child in school, the provincial government with the help of public and private stakeholders will construct another five schools in geographically isolated and depressed areas.

 Aside from the governor, the province’s Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, Board Member Datu Felipe Masambo also disclosed that the Provincial Tribal Council has received reports that lessons in the Salugpungan schools include ideologies of the communist group.

 The tribal chieftain also said that parents have expressed concerns that their children will be utilized to fight against government forces.

 “Ang gusto lamang sa mga ginikanan na pagkahuman ug eskwela, makatabang sa ilang panginabuhian; dili kay makig gira na hinuon,” he said. (What the parents wanted is after schooling, their children will help them in their livelihood; instead of them, going to war.)

 Datu Masambo noted that the tribal council’s submitted a resolution to the Provincial Peace and Order Council in a meeting last January 25, 2019 for the closure of the Salugpungan schools. (PIA11, Michael L. Uy)

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Comval Gov Tyron Uy presides over the joint Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) Meetings on July 17, 2019at the provincial capitol. (maryel lasaca/id comval)

 A school gymnasium is turned over in Brgy. Panibasan, Maco with Comval Gov Tyron Uy gracing the ceremony on July 20, 2019. (maryel lasaca/id comval)

SP ComVal eyes ISO Certification

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Compostela Valley is gearing towards getting its ISO accreditation. This is what Vice-Governor Maria Carmen S. Zamora revealed during the Monday Convocation, July 15 at the Capitol Lobby.

“It has been a dream, not only mine but also our governor for our provincial government to be ISO certified… I am happy that I’m taking part in this initiative,” Vice-Governor said.

 In preparation of this undertaking the provincial government of Compostela Valley signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) Program to establish a Quality Management System in the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Certifiable to ISO 9001-2015.

 “Before we can think of innovating process para sa ating mga mamamayan, This (Quality Management System) is a necessary first step,” Atty. Engelbert C. Caronan, Jr., MNSA, DAP president said.

 With this partnership, The National Government through DAP has set aside 10 Million Pesos to be used by the Legislative and Executive Branch for a series of training and Capacity Development activities to which they will facilitate.

 As the new legislative building nears its completion, Vice-Governor Zamora motivated the staff under the legislative branch to improve on the efficiency of delivering outputs.

“To complement with the new building; that we have, as a ‘hardware’, I hope we can also improve our ‘software’… I need you to step forward to deliver with efficiency and to meet the demands of legislation,” Vice-Governor Zamora challenged during the SP maiden Session.

The lady vice-governor also added in her maiden speech that she plans to utilize the new facility for empowering Vice-Mayors and Sangguniang Bayan members.

 “I envision this to be a venue to capacitate our legislators through trainings and seminars,” she said.

Besides creating laws and ordinances, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan is the keeper of records of all policies from provincial and local legislators. It is crucial to standardize the internal management of records to efficiently access information.

The Legislative Branch is targeting to transfer to the new building by October 2019. (Gerne Boja)

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Vice-Governor Maricar S. Zamora, MNSA with Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) President Atty. Engelbert C. Caronan, Jr., MNSA during the Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with the DAP to establish a Quality Management System in the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Certifiable to ISO 9001-2015.

Comval holds another "Oplan Pagbabago Tunol Serbisyo"

The province of Compostela Valley under Governor Jayvee Tyron L. UY holds another  "Oplan Pagbabago Tunol Serbisyo" program in the far-flung and conflict affected areas at Purok 4, Barangay Rizal, Monkayo Comval on July 12, 2019.

More than 500 beneficiaries of the said Barangay availed of the different types of government services offered by the different participating National Agencies, private stakeholders and the Provincial and Municipal Government.

The programs and services offered are the distribution of fingerlings by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), consultation and support program for crop insurance by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), turnover of SLPA PAMANA project amounting to Php 300,000.00, facilitate and addressed queries relative to Pantawid Pamilya Program, and information dissemination of DSWDs AICs by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

The Department of Agriculture (DA) also turns over 1 unit rice harvester, as well as the conduct of  information dissemination and mobile registration of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), information education campaign for integrated pest management and master listing of farmers by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), and provided ready to eat food samples product by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

On the other hand, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) conducts training needs assessment profiling and free haircut services, while the Department of Education (DEPED) provides schools supplies from kinder to grade-1 students. 

The Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) offered libreng tsenilas for school children, libreng gupit and feeding program as well as the Medical and Dental Services by the AFP.

Another services availed by the beneficiaries are the free legal consultations, notarization of documents, late registration and other documents by the Provincial Attorneys Office (PAO). 

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) also conducted information education campaign and student permit application while the Deapartment of Labor and Employment (DOLE) conducted a rigestration program for rural workers association and orientation of livelihood program and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) conducted distribution of fruit bearing trees.

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) conducted orientation on child protection policy for parents and group dynamics for children ages 5-12 years old. 

The private partners joined the program are the Sumiftu which they augmented three nurses and conducted information and education campaign and distributed ripe bananas to the beneficiaries, while the Davao del Norte Electric Cooperative (DANECO) conducted a free membership seminar, received electric bill payments and catered queries of their consumers.

The Oplan Pagbabago Tunol Serbisyo program of the province is another strategy in response to the Executive order no.70 issued by President Rodrigo Duterte for the whole of nation approach to deliver government services to the Geographically Isolated and Depressed Areas (GIDAS) in Comval. Last July 5, the same Tunol Serbisyo was also given to the beneficiaries in Brgy. Araibo, Pantukan. #YestoDavaoDeOro  (Rey Antibo, ID Comval)

A Maiden Voyage ...

... towards a prosperous ComVal

By: Gerne Boja

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of the province of Compostela Valley officially opened its 8th Sanggunian last Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at the new Sangguniang Panlalawigan Session Hall.

In attendance during the maiden session is Vice-Governor Maria Carmen S. Zamora, Senior Board Member Arturo T. Uy, Hon. Nena G. Atamosa, Hon. Kristine Mae T. Caballero-Rañon, Hon. Adolfo C. Ang, Hon. Raul B. Caballero, Hon. Marie Jude M. Fuentes-Lopoz, Hon. Vivencia L. Secuya, Hon. Renato B. Basañes, Hon. Macario T. Humol, and Hon. Joseph T. Jauod, Ex-Officio Members Hon. Raul C. Timogtimog, Hon. Christopher L. Jovita, Hon. Felipe B. Masambo, and Hon. Charlemagne B. Bautista.

Each member laid out their plans and legislative direction for the next three years, highlighting on the partnership between both the executive and legislative branch.

 “The glory and progress of our province should depend on our unified visions and efforts,” said Senior Board Member Arturo T. Uy in his privilege speech.

Part of the strategy of the 8th Sanggunian is to not only create new legislation in support to the administration’s programs but to also review older laws to better fit the current situation of the people.

 “I think it’s about time to revisit all our laws and implement post-legislative review. The purpose of which is to determine whether the piece of legislation is working as it was intended to. If it’s not, to discover why and to address any gap as quickly as effectively as possible,” shared Vice-Governor Maricar S. Zamora.

Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy, First District Congressman Manual E. Zamora, Municipal Mayors and Vice-Mayors, as well as the head of offices of the executive branch were present to show their support to the Legislative Branch.

 The success of the maiden session is a reflection of the commitment of the leaders in both the executive and legislative branch to lead with as single vision, and that is to excellence in the service to the people.

Photo Caption: Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy and Vice-Governor Marcar S. Zamora with the new set of Board Members during the maiden session of the 8th Sanggunian of the province of Compostela Valley.

Taking Oath

Comval Gov. Uy and other elected government officials take oath

Compostela Valley Province--- ComVal Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy together with the newly elected government officials took their oath of office during the conduct of the oath-taking ceremony of elected government officials on June 30, 2019 at the Capitol Grounds, Provincial Capitol, Cabidianan, Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province.

The oath-taking ceremony was officiated by Hon. Judge Cresenciana DC. Cruz of Regional Trial Court (RTC) 11, Branch 3 in Nabunturan and assisted by Hon. Judge Leah Garnett Solde – Annogui of the Municipal Circuit Trial Court (MCTC).

Second termer Congressman of District – II Hon. Ruwel Peter S. Gonzaga, and first termer Congressman Hon. Manuel E. Zamora of District-I of the province together with the new Vice Governor of the province Hon. Maricar S. Zamora also took their oath of office.


Governor Uy in his message said that his aspirations of a good life for all is embodied in his working platform- "the Bayanihan 4Ps Plus" where the Provincial Government will be divided into five clusters- the Planet or Environment Cluster, People or the Social Protection Cluster, the Prosperity or Economic Growth, Peace or the Peace and Security Cluster and Plus or the Good Governance Cluster.

 He further explain that "it will take a paradigm shift, from being office-focused in terms of programs and projects; the EO mandates the creation of convergence clusters, reminiscent of the bayanihan way we take pride as a province. The clusters will be the primary mechanism in attaining the development goals and thrusts we will set."

Attending the ceremony were the municipal mayors, vice mayors, councilors, barangay officials, heads of National Government Agencies, the men and women in uniform- from the AFP and PNP, friends from the business community, members of non-government and civil society organizations, family and friends of the government officials, and the workers of the provincial government.

 On the other hand, the newly elected board members of District – I, namely: Honorables Nena G. Atamosa, Adolfo C. Ang, Atty. Marie Jude Fuentes-Lopoz, Dr. Renato Basañes, and Joseph Jaoud. While the board members of District-II, are: Honorables Arturo T. Uy, Kristine Mae T. Caballero, Raul B. Caballero, Vivencia L. Secuya and Macario T. Humol who also took their oath of office during the celebration.



“Allow me to thank you for all your help in the last years. No words can perfectly describe how grateful I am... The next three years will be indeed difficult, considering the amount of task we have to fulfill. Brighter and better days are ahead of us. The future is for us to seize, it is for us to claim. The future is here and it is definitely ours,” Gov. Uy ended. (Rey Antibo, ID Comval)

World-renowned curator workshop in ComVal

The Provincial Government of Compostela Valley thru the Provincial Women Development Council (PWDC), led by Ms. Sholai Lim, spearheads a workshop on Mindanao Traditional Art on June 24, 2019 at The Big 8 Hotel, Tagum City.

The workshop was conducted by Independent Curator Marian Pastor Roces who introduced the participant to the categories of art created by peoples of Mindanao in centuries past. The workshop also draws from knowledge gained in museum collections all over the world that hold Philippine materials and covered discussions on types, materials, techniques and systems of meaning, among others. She also addressed questions and challenges facing designers and challenged them about making an identity in general.  

Ms. Roces is a famed Filipino curator, author, and founder and president of TAO, Inc., the sole museum development corporation in the Philippines, according to her online profile. She currently heads the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan (GAMABA). Among others, she curated the Philippine Pavilions for World Expos in 2006, 2008, and 2010--- with the first two Expos awarded with Gold Prizes for Best Designed Pavilion.

The one-day event was attended by the PLGU Comval offices from the Tourism, Information, Office of the IP Mandatory Representative (IPMR), national agencies of the Department of Trade and Industry, National Commission on Indigenous People (NCIP),  IP Mandaya Work of New Bataan, Mandaya Council of Elders, Comval Artisan, Davao Fashion and Design Council, Inc (DFDC), and Comval’s pride—designer Cheri-Lou Rabanoz Aranjuez.   

“The workshop is an eye-opener, not knowing that we are Austronesians. It made me realize that we are all one. We are brothers and we must treat each other as one. That if we work with each other we must do the Austronesian way of maintaining the balance, “ said Dodjie Batu, President of the DFDC.

He appreciated much the workshop, most especially that the activity was able to extend, not only participants from the province, but also coming from their area in Davao. “This will benefit me in such a way that I understand now how to deal with our brothers and sisters in doing the designs and how to put it in contemporary designs,” he added. (fe maestre/id comval)

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The Provincial Government of Compostela Valley thru the Provincial Women Development Council (PWDC), led by Ms. Sholai Lim, spearheads a workshop on Mindanao Traditional Art on June 24, 2019 at The Big 8 Hotel, Tagum City. The workshop was conducted by Independent Curator Marian Pastor Roces. (ID Comval) 

Comval commemorates the 121st Independence Day of the Philippines

COMPOSTELA VALLEY— The province of Compostela Valley celebrates the 121st Independence Day of the country today, June 12, 2019 at the provincial capitol.

This year’s theme, “Kalayaan 2019: Pagbabagong Ipinaglaban, Alay sa Masaganang Kinabukasan.”, signifies the challenges and progressions the country has gone through the years as to how it is visioned in the present as well as the observance of the country’s economic advancements and success.

The proclamation was signed by 98 delegates in 1898 at the home of General Emilio Aguinaldo in Cavite, and was authored by Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista, entitled as the Declaration of Philippine Independence.

Prior to the flag raising ceremony, a wreath-laying was spearheaded by Vice-Governor Manuel Zamora as it offers with solemnity good thoughts and conveying victory, bravery, peace and eternity for the National Flag and the country.

“There is no need for martyrdom to become heroes. Our times call a different form of it. The heroes of today are those who understand the plight of the poor, those who feel their struggles, those who have the heart to help, those who have enough compassion to enter the chaos of another,” Gov. Tyron Uy said.

After the flag raising, the provincial government officials and employees, representatives  from the national government agencies, and other guests attended  a short program at the capitol lobby.

“With gratitude to our freedom fighters and heroes of the past, let me take this opportunity to encourage each of us to be a hero. A hero who can touch the lives of others; a hero who can make a difference and be relevant to others," 1001st Infantry Brigade Commander Gilbert F Saret said. BGen Saret  is the guest speaker of the celebration. 

All government offices are closed for the day as well as the suspension of classes in all levels, with some private establishments also being closed in observance of the national holiday. (Sean Seismundo, ID Comval)

Comval hailed one of the victors for the "Rice Achievers Award"

By Sean Seismundo

Compostela Valley Province—The provincial government of Compostela Valley won yet another award for the "Rice Achievers Award" for 2019, earning the title of being one the top producers of rice in the country.

Awarded by the Department of Agriculture (DA), a ceremony was held last May 30, 2019 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City, Metro Manila.

The National Rice Achievers Awards is an annual event by the Department of Agriculture under the National Rice Program (NRP) by PRRD, for the purpose of promoting and honoring those provinces, municipalities, cities, farmer technicians, and agricultural workers and associations for their contributions for the rice industry of the country. 

Provincial Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy received the award during the ceremony along with Dr. Minda Agarano, PG Department Head of Provincial Agriculturist Office (PAGRO) and Dr. Ronald Sibayan, Asst. PG Department Head of PAGRO from the ceremony’s guest of honor, Senator Cynthia Villar. 

Among the prizes were a certificate and official plaque of the award, as well as 4 million pesos as given by the DA.

Out of all 82 provinces in the country, Compostela Valley won the “Rice Achievers Award” and the Municipality of Compostela was named as the LGU with the most sufficient production of rice in Davao Region.

A total of seven provinces also won the said award throughout the country, which includes Compostela Valley, Lanao del Norte, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Viscaya, Occidental Mindoro, Bukidnon, and Zamboanga del Norte. 

"Our province won the highly-coveted Rice Achievers Award today. We are one of the only seven (7) rice-sufficient provinces in the whole country. As a reward, the Department of Agriculture extended us a four (4) million pesos incentive. We dedicate this award to all hardworking rice farmers in our province, to the Department of Agriculture and our Provincial Agriculturist's Office for assisting our farmers. Indeed, a huge leap for our goal to achieve zero hunger and food security in the province.", said Governor Uy

This is not the first time the province has won the Rice Achievers Award, as they have also won three times before, making it the 4^th recognition this year.

"Despite our limited production area of about 13,000 hectares, yet we were able to contribute significantly to the regional and national rice sufficiency. The province attained a 102% rice sufficiency in 2018. This award was achieved due to our concerted efforts, unity and cooperation among our stakeholders,” Agarano said. (Sean Seismundo, ID Comval, Photos by M. Lasaca)

Comval celebrates "Farmers and Fisher Folks Month"

Compostela Valley Province – Approximately 700 farmers attend the annual for the “Farmers and Fisherfolks Month Celebration” at the Municipal Dome at Monkayo, Comval Province.

The celebration was held on Wednesday, May 23, 2019, with the theme “Magsasaka’t Mangingisdang Pilipino, Saludo ang Bansa sa Sipag, Tibay at Lakas.”

The farmers were given calamansi seedlings and durian seedlings, along with rice seeds for crops for their attendance of the celebration.

Among officials in attendance were Mayor Ramil Gentugaya, who gave a welcome message at the event and PAGRO Chief Minda Agarano  also gave a rationale of the events in the celebration. New Calape MPC Chair Lope Padilla was also present and as well as Congressman Elect Vice Governor Manuel “Way Kurat” Zamora, who gave an inspiring message, were also in attendance.

DA Region XI Dir. Ricardo Oñate also gave his message of support for the farmers and fishermen for the development of the province’s agriculture, and 11th EastMinCom Commander Lt. General Felimon R. Santos Jr. also gave a keynote message during the event.

The giving of the “Award sa mga Gawad Saka: Provincial Level” was one of the highlights of the event through the recent winning of the recent Philippines Coffee Competition. Dr. Jaime Anter also explained the progressive innovations of the coffee products along with CEO and Founder Felicitas B. Pantoja, as they also explained the potentials of coffee within the market. Curriculum Instruction Division (CID) Chief Josie Bolofer also addressed the highlights of the “Liwanag ng Pamilya” program as made by Comval DepEd.

The “Farmers and Fisherfolks” celebration, made possible by the Department of Agriculture (DA) is an annual celebration held every May for the Filipino farmers and fishermen for their hard work to provide food to Filipino tables.

Different corporations, companies, and  DA-Regional Field Offices (RFOs) also volunteer in the activity to express their appreciation of the farmers and fisherfolk’s important role in the implementation of agriculture and fisheries programs. (Sean Seismundo,  ID Comval)

Comval: Classroom Building and Governor's Birthday

Comval Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy celebrates his 34^th birthday at the IP community with the Matigsalob Tribe in a far flung area in Sitio Side 4, Barangay Mangayon, Compostela, Comval on May 8, 2019. This is also the opportune time of the governor for the battlecry of ‘Walang Iwanan’ (No one is left behind) has been heard loud and clear by the recipients during the Social Preparation stage of building a 1-unit 2-classroom school building in the area.(Photo by M. Lasaca, PS Comval)

Social preparation for building of 1-unit 2-classroom building in a GK way held in Comval

Compostela Valley Province--- The provincial government of Compostela Valley in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), National Commission for Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), Gawad Kalinga (GK) and the Tindog Comval Foundation hold a social preparation which is organized into two cluster teams to build one-unit two classroom school buildings in the IP and conflict areas in Sitio Side 4, Barangay Mangayon and Sitio Puting Bato, Barangay Ngan in the municipality of Compostela on May 8, 2019.

Attending the social preparation were the provincial and local officials led by Governor Jayvee Tyron Uy, DepEd officials led by Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Reynante Solitario, Mayor Lema P. Bolo, Provincial Government Heads, and the Barangay Officials of the said Barangays.

The identified areas for the building of school classrooms were being run before by the revolutionary New Peoples Army (NPA) and even have their Salugpungan schools built to influence the mindset of the local kids.

During the program, kids of the Matigsalob tribe in Sitio Side 4 gathered for the discussion of the plan for the ‘Bayanihan sa Paaralan’ which will commence on May 15 as it also requires the help of the community in building a classroom in bayanihan-way for 15-days with the help also of the capitol employees.

According to Solitario, “usa kini ka tubag nato sa panginahanglan sa katawhan labi na sa mga nagpuyo sa mga Sitios nga matagaan gyud sila ug building para sa mga kabataan. Tungod kay layo gyud ang next school ani makita nato nga dunay mga kabataan diri nga wala gyud maka skwela sa mga tulunghaan. In fact naay uban nag-undang nalang ug nay uban nga nag skwela pero kailangan pa mubaktas ug layo. Tungod sa panginahanglan nga mag put-up ug school building na tubag gyud nga butangan ug school building ang maong mga lugar.

“As of the moment on our mapping, we have a total of 28 students nga masulod ani nga tulunghaan and as of now continue atong mapping with the help of our learning teachers and mobile teachers and hopefully naa pa gyud lain mga kabataan nga masulod sa tulunghaan,” Solitario added.

“Next year we have allocation for this school from DepEd para permanent gyud unya maningkamot pud ta nga himoon nato ning integrated school in the future para atong mga studyante dili lamang ma cater ang Grade 1 hangtud Grade 6 pati na ang Grade 7 – 12. Maningkamot ta nga ma budgetan ni puhon ug national paid teacher unya gikan pud sa ilahang tribu ang mutudlo para sa contextualize nga ginasunod nato sa pagtudlo,” said Solitario.

The said school building is for the school children who were deprived of education due to distance. Part of the budget that will be used are the proceeds from the Fun Run which the province regularly undertake every year during the opening of the Bulawan Festival celebration.

On the other hand right after the program Governor Uy celebrates his 34th birthday at the IP community in a far flung area in Sitio Side 4. This is also the opportune time of the governor for the battlecry of ‘Walang Iwanan’ (No one is left behind) has been heard loud and clear by the recipients during the Social Preparation stage.

Governor Uy also expressed his gratitude to all the partners and the members of the different community for making it possible. “Bisag unsa kalayo sa lugar kung tuyuan gyud nato sa paghatod ug serbisyo ug programa sa gobyerno nga makatabang sa atong katawhan sama niani wala gayuy imposible kung naa ang pag tinabangay.”

“As much as possible we want to reach those un-reached children and bring them to school for them to really learn because this is one of the advocacy of DepEd,” Solitario ended. (Rey Antibo, ID Comval)

Bulwan Queen contestants and designed festival costumes

Bulawan Queen contestants wear their grandiosely designed festival costumes based on the freestyle interpretation of the culture, character and beauty of their municipalities with the dominance of color in shades of gold during the pre-pageant on March 3. The event is part of the “12th Bulawan Festival” and “21st Founding Anniversary” of Comval. (albert dayao, ID COMVAL)

Ms. Mariz Jane Lasaca of Montevista won the coveted Grand Champion title for Garbo De Oro, as part of the 12th Bulawan festival celebration of Comval from March 3-8. She receives P30,000, a plaque and a scholarship from Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). (albert dayao, ID COMVAL)

ONE COMVAL, ONE VISION.

Comval conducts Bulawanong Kinaiyahan Tree (Palm) Planting

Compostela Valley Province--- As early as 6 o’clock in the morning a total of two thousand (2,000) palm trees were planted along Daang Maharlika National Highway of Barangay Magsaysay to Barangay San Roque of Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province during the conduct of the “Bulawanong Kinaiyahan Tree Planting” activity on March 6, 2019.

The activity is in line with the celebration of “12^th Bulawan Festival and 21^st Founding Anniversary” of Compostela Valley Province on March 8, 2019 with the theme: “The Gold One. Ang Bulawan sa Tanan.”

The activity was spearheaded by the provincial government of Compostela Valley under Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy through the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO).

The participants of the tree planting activity were the provincial officials lead by Governor Uy, Municipal Government of Nabunturan under Mayor Chelita Amatong, National Offices such us the Philippine National Police (PNP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Department of Education (DepEd), Bauru of Fire Protection (BFP), Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Barangay Local Government of Barangay Magsaysay, Barangay Poblacion and Barangay San Roque of Nabunturan.

Also joining the tree planting activity were the League of Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), Employees of the provincial Government of Comval, and the private partners namely; ALDEVINCO, APEX Mining Company, ARMOR, KMC, Sumifru, King Coop, Eagle AGPET, AMCI and other public and private sectors.

This year’s festivity highlights the private-public partnership with big and reputable companies as well as officials supporting the event:  Co-presenters  Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy, Senior Board Member Arturo T. Uy, Congressman Maricar S. Zamora and Vice-Governor Manuel Zamora, Congressman Ruwel Peter S. Gonzaga, Apex Mining Company Inc., Torre Lorenzo Development Corp, MARINO Party List, HUGPONG NG PAGBABAGO, Dumper Party List and Beautederm. For Diamond Sponsorship: Krishael’s Events and Concept while for Gold Sponsorship, SUMIFRU Philippines, Phoenix Fuels Inc., Cong. Antonio Floirendo, Jr. and HEXAT Mining Co., Inc. (Rey Antibo, ID Comval)

As early as 6 o’clock in the morning a total of two thousand (2,000) palm trees were planted along Daang Maharlika National Highway of Barangay Magsaysay to Barangay San Roque of Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province during the conduct of the “Bulawanong Kinaiyahan Tree Planting” activity on March 6, 2019. (Photo from FB acct of Comval DepEd SDS Rey Solitario) 

Comval's 12th Bulawan Festival to kick off on March 3

NABUNTURAN, Compostela Valley—A kickstart of events were announced for the opening of the upcoming 12th Bulawan Festival, to be held on March 3, 2019 at the provincial capitol. These events are among the highlights for the annual celebration as the province celebrates its endowment as the “province of gold.”

The opening day will start with a Prosperity run with an expected 10,000 registrants to be followed by an opening program.  Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy and other guests and officials will also formally open the weeklong displays such as: the Bulawanong Tabuan (Mindanao Trade Shows and Exhibits), Tribal Village, Jewelry Fair, De Oro Tsibugan, Sugbahan sa  Bulawan, and the "Yes to Davao de Oro" Exhibit as a campaign for the province’s exciting re-naming.

On the same day, the “Kasikas sa Kapitolyo”, also known as the Drum and Bugle Corps or Marching Band competition will be held to be participated by the public and private high schools within the province.

Another event is the LGU Night: Las Fiestas de Oro, where Municipal Local Government Units will be able to showcase their talents through a theatrical play as they portray the socio-cultural bounties of the respective municipality through songs, chants and dances. With the jam-packed schedules for the week-long occasion, the opening for the festival would surely be not one to miss.

This year’s festivity highlights the private-public partnership with big and reputable companies as well as officials supporting the event:  Co-presenters  Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy, Senior Board Member Arturo T. Uy, Congressman Maricar S. Zamora and Vice-Governor Manuel Zamora, Congressman Ruwel Peter S. Gonzaga, Apex Mining Company Inc., Torre Lorenzo Development Corp, MARINO Party List, HUGPONG NG PAGBABAGO, and Beautederm. For Diamond Sponsorship, we also have Krishaels. And for Gold Sponsorship, we have SUMIFRU Philippines, Phoenix Fuels Inc., and HEXAT Mining Co., Inc.  (Sean Seismundo, IDS Comval)

Stunning contestants hailing from different areas within the province wearing gilded outfits for the campaign for Bulawan Queen Competition, 2019 as one of the highlights for the 12th Bulawan Festival and 21st Founding Anniversary celebration of Compostela Valley Province on March 8, 2019 . (photo: Compostela Valley Province Facebook Page)

COMVAL to host DAVRAA meet in 2020

Compostela Valley Province----“I am happy that soon, Davawenyo athletes will get to see and experience Compostela Valley. Kita ta ninyo sa Comval ug sa dili madugay Davao de Oro na sunod tuig.”  This was part of the message of Comval Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy as he officially received the “Davao Regional Athletic Association” (DAVRAA) Key and banner together with Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Dr. Reynante A. Solitario of the Department of Education (DEpEd) Compostela Valley Division Office and the DepEd officials.

The ceremonial turnover was held during the closing program of the DAVRAA meet 2019 at the University of the Philippines (UP) Mindanao – Davao City Sports Complex, Mintal, Davao City on February 2, 2019.

The turnover ceremony of the key and banner was led by the City Government of Davao under Mayor Inday Sarah Duterte, DepEd XI Regional Director Atty. Alberto Escobarte and Former Congressman Isidro Ungab.

According to Solitario that the optimism of Governor Uy to host the 2020 DAVRAA meet in the province "is a good sign for us in the DepEd to jumpstart with our preparation for this big sports event in the Davao Region next year. Deped Comval profusely commits to support this golden opportunity to showcase the province’s best in terms of tourism, facilities and billeting centers for all the delegations across the region."

Solitario added that the commitment of stakeholders would surely make the big difference for the entire province and the region as well. For now, 3 Local Chief Executives are up to host this event, these are Mayor Eutropio Jayectin of Montevista, Mayor Maricel Colina-Vendiola of Maragusan and Mayor Roberto Yugo of Pantukan.

Solitario explained that the Quality Assurance Division of DepEd Region XI shall conduct ocular inspection and validation to these municipalities as to the requirements.

“Indeed, this is also a good opportunity for young athletes to complete in a whole new different playing field and this time in the home court. It will be an opportune moment to showcase our vibrant culture as well as reveal to the whole region how highly competitive the province of Comval, soon to be Davao de Oro in all aspects not only in sports-tourism,” said Solitario.

On the other hand, DepEd Comval received the following achievements during the recently concluded DAVRAA Meet 2019 in Davao City as the overall 6th Runner Up in Regular Sports with 10 gold, 31 silver and 55 bronze medals with a total of 52 qualified athletes for “Palarong Pambansa” with 9 coaches and chaperons.

Comval also receive a special award as the Champion for the Most Innovative and Attractive Design in the Main Entrance, First Runner-Up for the Most Eco-Friendly Delegation Quarter (Kitchen, mess hall); Overall 2nd Runner Up in Para Games; and 4th Runner-Up Cleanest Billeting Quarter. (Rey Antibo, ID Comval)

Comval Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy officially received the “Davao Regional Athletic Association” (DAVRAA) Key and banner together with Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Dr. Reynante A. Solitario of the Department of Education (DEpEd) Compostela Valley Division Office as the next host for the DAVRAA meet 2020. The ceremonial turnover was held during the closing program of the DAVRAA meet 2019 at the University of the Philippines (UP) Mindanao – Davao City Sports Complex, Mintal, Davao City on February 2, 2019. (Provincial Photo, M. Lasaca)