DepEd Dinagat Islands strengthens performance mng’t with the Double-A Initiative
SURIGAO CITY - In a defining moment for the Schools Division of Dinagat Islands, division personnel and school heads convened at the Parkway Hotel on February 6-7, for the Performance Planning and Commitment Session that also marked the highly anticipated launching of the Division Performance Management (Double-A) Initiative.
This groundbreaking initiative of the division’s top management led by Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Florence E. Almaden and Assistant Schools Division Superintendent (ASDS) Dr. Bryan L. Arreo reaffirmed the division’s relentless pursuit of excellence in service delivery and operational efficiency.
A Leap towards excellence
Guided by the mantra of continuous improvement, the Double-A Initiative—short for Advancing and Amplifying Performance—aims to institutionalize a more responsive, data-driven, and accountable Key-Result Areas (KRA)- based management system. The initiative is set to enhance strategic planning, execution, and evaluation mechanisms within the division, ensuring that every teacher, administrator, and personnel is aligned with the overarching goal of quality education for all.
Spearheaded by SDS Almaden and ASDS Arreo, the launch of the Double-A Initiative symbolizes a resolute commitment to raising the standards of public service and governance in the field of education. In her keynote speech, Superintendent Almaden emphasized the necessity of proactive leadership and a dynamic performance management system.
“We cannot afford to remain stagnant in an ever-evolving educational landscape. The Double-A Initiative is our blueprint for sustained growth, efficiency, and innovation. It is our promise to our learners and stakeholders that we will continuously refine our processes and strategies to provide them with the best education possible,” Almaden declared.
Commitment to transformation
The two-day event was not merely a ceremonial launch but an intensive planning session that saw division section and unit heads, supervisors, and school heads engaging in meticulous deliberations. Each office was tasked with aligning its performance commitments with the broader objectives of the Double-A Initiative, by adhering to the KRA-Based Work Plan or KBWP, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence at every level.
Dr. Bryan L. Arreo, ASDS of the division, underscored the importance of data-driven decision-making and performance tracking. “This initiative places a premium on evidence-based strategies. We cannot anymore stay on the default. We need to elevate. And through this initiative, we are ensuring that our programs, projects, and activities are not just well-intended but are also yielding measurable and meaningful impacts,” Arreo stated.
A key highlight of the event was the signing of the commitment wall, a symbolic act of dedication wherein personnel and school heads committed themselves to the full realization of the initiative’s goals. This act cemented the collective responsibility of the division in driving transformation and ensuring that no school, teacher, or learner is left behind.
A Legacy of progress
The Double-A Initiative is envisioned as more than just a system reinforcement—it is a movement that calls for a paradigm shift in the way educational institutions measure and enhance performance. With its launch, the Schools Division of Dinagat Islands has positioned itself at the forefront of innovative governance, setting a precedent for others to emulate.
Under the banner of 'Bugsay'—the division’s rallying cry for perseverance and progress—this initiative serves as a testament to the power of collective action and visionary leadership. As the Schools Division of Dinagat Islands paddles forward, it does so with renewed vigor, fortified by the principles of transparency, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
With the Double-A Initiative now in motion, the promise of a more effective, efficient, and empowered educational system is no longer just an aspiration—it is an inevitable reality. (Richard E. Davide, DepEd Dinagat Islands/PIA-Dinagat Islands)
