As part of our push for digital transformation in education
What if the solution to long-standing gaps in education isn’t just more classrooms or materials—but better access to technology and early exposure to digital skills?
That was the focus of our meeting with the Local School Board (LSB)—the group leading our city’s education priorities. As part of our push for digital transformation in education, we were invited to share both our wins and proposals that integrate technology into the future of learning.
The Process: Bringing Tech to the Table
During the session, we shared not just plans—but proof. We highlighted our recent accomplishment: the installation of Starlink units in GIDA schools. This milestone gave students and teachers in remote areas reliable internet access, easing the long-standing burden of poor connectivity.
We also presented our forward-looking proposals. Among them: launching tech skills competitions for students, covering areas like robotics, programming, graphics design, photography, and digital art. The goal? Inspire early engagement in ICT and create tangible pathways to digital careers.
We came prepared—with data, insights, and real-world use cases. Our focus was on showing how ICT can serve as an equalizer, especially in bridging gaps in under-resourced schools. From providing productivity tools for teachers to enabling digital literacy programs and connectivity for students, we walked them through how digital efforts align with the broader education plan.
More importantly, we listened.
We heard the challenges school heads face—lack of access, outdated tools, uneven infrastructure. That gave us direction. Our proposal wasn’t a one-size-fits-all—it was a framework built from what they shared.
The Result: A Stronger, Shared Vision
The LSB welcomed the proposals with openness and interest. There was alignment: education can no longer exist in isolation from technology. And digital tools are no longer a “nice-to-have”—they’re essential.
From this session, we walked away with a stronger partnership and an even clearer mandate: design ICT initiatives that scale with the city’s educational goals.
Closing the Gap: ICT as an Education Ally
This is what digital transformation in education looks like when grounded in local context—it’s collaborative, strategic, and rooted in equity.
If you’re part of an LGU or school division looking to do the same, let’s connect and share strategies.