THE DEPARTMENT of Education’s Schools Division Office (SDO) of Biñan City has launched a capacity-building program under its KAAGAPAY initiative to strengthen values formation, learner support, and bullying prevention in schools.

The activity, held at the SDO Biñan City Training Hall, gathered school heads, School Counselor Associates, General Parent-Teacher Association presidents, and Public Schools District Supervisors to support the implementation of DepEd Memorandum No. 002, series of 2026.

Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Arlene S. Ricasata underscored the importance of collaboration between schools and parents in promoting learners’ welfare, emphasizing competence, compassion, and courage to change as essential values in providing a supportive learning environment.

The program also featured discussions on online safety, particularly the four categories of digital risks: content, contact, conduct, and contract.

Education Program Supervisor Atty. Gertrude A. Anunciacion presented the KAAGAPAY framework, while Curriculum Implementation Division Chief Dr. Mary Ann L. Tatlongmaria discussed positive parenting and emotional well-being.

The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation among school officials, parents, and education personnel in addressing learners’ needs, preventing bullying, and promoting safe, inclusive, and supportive school environments.