11/05/2026
β¨ FROM YEARS OF WAITING TO WELL-DESERVED RECOGNITION β¨
After years of quietly dedicating themselves to the classroom, several educators of Mambaling National High School are finally stepping into a new chapter of their professional journey through the Department of Educationβs Enhanced Career Progression (ECP) program.
Out of the schoolβs 46 teaching personnel, 15 educators were endorsed for promotion and reclassification under the ECP initiative. As of this writing, 12 have already been officially promoted, while 3 are still awaiting final promotion and reclassification advice.
The milestone marks a significant moment for the school, with nearly one-third of its teaching workforce advancing through a reform initiative that promotes merit-based career growth while allowing teachers to remain in the classroom.
Among the stories that resonated deeply within the Mambaling NHS community are those of Maβam Herera and Maβam Sanchez β educators whose years of faithful service reflect the very essence of perseverance and dedication in public education.
For more than 12 years, Maβam Herera served as Teacher I, consistently guiding learners with passion, patience, and commitment. Long before recognition came, she continued showing up every day not for rank or title, but for the mission of teaching and shaping lives.
Similarly, Maβam Sanchez dedicated over 11 years of unwavering service to her students and the school community. Through changing challenges in education, she remained steadfast in her commitment to learning, mentorship, and service.
Their journeys mirror the experiences of many teachers who spent years silently persevering in the profession β teaching, mentoring, and inspiring despite uncertainties in career advancement.
Now, through the Enhanced Career Progression program, their years of dedication have finally been formally recognized.
Also among those who are to be recognized since she is yet to received her promotion and reclassification advise is Maβam Sangalang, whose more than nine years of committed service will come to fruition.
The promoted and endorsed personnel from Mambaling NHS include:
β¨ 1 Principal III
β¨ 5 Teacher VI (1 SHS, 4 JHS)
β¨ 2 Teacher V (1 SHS, 1 JHS)
β¨ 7 Teacher III (all JHS)
DepEd officials and personnel described the development as more than a promotion milestone, calling it a reflection of institutional growth, rising standards, and strengthened excellence within the school community practices.
Behind every promotion is a story of sacrifice, resilience, and commitment to learners. And behind every new title is a teacher whose impact has long been felt inside the classroom even before formal recognition arrived.
For Mambaling NHS, the achievement serves as a reminder that years of faithful service and dedication to education do not go unnoticed.
Congratulations to all ECP beneficiaries of Mambaling National High School. Your journey continues to inspire the entire community. π
DepEd Tayo Cebu City DepEd Philippines DepEd Tayo Region VII Sonny Angara