COED Pre-service teachers attend labor education seminar before deployment
EDUCATION AND RESEARCH (ED)To equip future educators with insights as they prepare for their teaching internships, the College of Education (COEd) of the Catanduanes State University (CatSU) conducted its pre-internship orientation and seminar, Edukhanda, on January 22, 2025, at the CatSU Auditorium. The seminar opened with remarks from COEd Dean Dr. Maria Sheila R. Gregorio, who welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of the upcoming internship experience in shaping competent teachers. Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Gemma G. Acedo also addressed the pre-service teachers, underscoring the role of future teachers in nurturing the young minds. The seminar featured a series of talks, starting with Vernie Robles, who discussed the Child Protection Policy, noting the significance of safeguarding children in educational settings. Dr. Joseph G. Zafe then elaborated on the duties and responsibilities of pre-service teachers, preparing them for the challenges they will face in the classroom. Guidance Counseling and Testing Office Head Noly T. Benavides followed with a session on building resiliency and mental fortitude, offering valuable strategies for teachers to manage stress and maintain well-being. Dr. Jose Z. Tria, on the other hand, addressed online safety, providing guidelines for navigating the digital landscape in the modern classroom. Atty. Nikko Rey Aicetel T. Manlangit-Santelices then presented the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act and Anti-Bullying Act, educating the future educators on their legal responsibilities in creating a safe and respectful learning environment. The seminar concluded with Niño Gerard Ceneta discussing the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders, particularly the Department of Education (DepEd), in supporting pre-service teachers throughout their internships.
