The City College of Cagayan de Oro and the Department of Education – Cagayan de Oro City Division (DepEd CDO) have formalized their partnership for three key Alternative Learning System (ALS) initiatives through a ceremonial Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing at the DepEd CDO Boardroom last July 18, 2025.
The programs include Pagtulay (ALS Weekend Bridging Academy), Paglantaw (ALS Learners’ Career Mapping Journey), and Pagpamalandong (ALS Teachers’ Research Mentoring). These initiatives aim to strengthen academic support for learners, guide career pathways, and build research capacity among ALS teachers—directly contributing to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education by promoting inclusive and equitable lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Representing CCCDO were Dr. Ray Butch Mahinay, Director of the Center for ALS, and Ms. Herna Francis Mae Tano, OIC Director for Linkages and Partnerships. DepEd CDO was represented by Dr. Audie Borres, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, and Dr. Angelito Felisilda, Division ALS Focal Person.
“This partnership is not only about programs—it is about creating transformative pathways for our learners and empowering our teachers with the tools and knowledge they need,” Dr. Mahinay shared.
Meanwhile, Dr. Borres, in his message, emphasized the significance of the collaboration: “The ALS community in Cagayan de Oro will greatly benefit from these initiatives. This partnership is a model of how local institutions can come together to champion inclusive education.”
Witnessed by ALS implementers, faculty, and staff from both institutions, the MOA marks a shared commitment to expanding access, equity, and quality in ALS education in Cagayan de Oro, aligned with global education targets.