06/07/2026
๐ก๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐น๐๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ 7 ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฟ. ๐ฅ๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ผ ๐ฆ. ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ถ๐น๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ ๐ข๐ณ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ ๐๐๐๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ
LOS AMIGOS, DAVAO CITY โ A new chapter in educational leadership unfolded on July 6, 2026, as Dr. Romeo S. Camilotes formally assumed office as the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of Cluster 7 during a solemn Turnover and Installation Ceremony held at the Office of the Public Schools District Supervisor (PSDS) of Cluster 7, Los Amigos National High School.
The ceremony commenced at 9:00 a.m., bringing together school leaders, education personnel, and guests in a meaningful celebration of service, continuity, and commitment to quality education.
Leading the occasion was Dr. Reynante A. Solitario, CESO V, Schools Division Superintendent of the Schools Division of Davao City, accompanied by Dr. Rebecca C. Sagot, CESO VI, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, and Dr. Josie T. Bolofer, CESO VI, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent.
One of the highlights of the ceremony was the formal reading of the Assignment Order by Dr. Solitario himself, officially designating Dr. Camilotes as the Officer-in-Charge of Cluster 7. The ceremonial turnover symbolized not only the transfer of administrative responsibility but also the continuity of the Divisionโs commitment to effective school governance and instructional leadership.
Dr. Camilotes succeeds Mr. Henry P. Balladares, who faithfully served as the outgoing Officer-in-Charge of the cluster. In his message of commitment, Mr. Balladares expressed his gratitude for the trust and cooperation extended to him during his tenure. He encouraged the Cluster 7 family to continue working together in pursuit of excellence and assured his unwavering support for the new leadership.
The ceremony was witnessed by the school heads of Cluster 7, Administrative Officers, Administrative Assistants, non-teaching personnel, and representatives from the teaching and non-teaching workforce of Daniel R. Aguinaldo National High School, where Dr. Camilotes previously served as Principal IV. Their presence reflected the strong professional relationships he had cultivated throughout his years of dedicated service.
In his acceptance message, Dr. Camilotes conveyed his heartfelt appreciation for the confidence entrusted to him by the Schools Division Office. He emphasized that leadership is a shared responsibility and expressed his eagerness to work hand in hand with the Cluster 7 community in advancing learner-centered, inclusive, and quality education.
The warm reception extended by the Cluster 7 family underscored their optimism and readiness to embark on this new journey under Dr. Camilotesโ stewardship. School heads and personnel welcomed him with enthusiasm, reflecting the clusterโs spirit of unity, collaboration, and shared commitment to educational excellence.
As Cluster 7 opens a new chapter, the turnover and installation ceremony served as a powerful reminder that effective leadership is anchored on continuity, trust, and collective purpose. With Dr. Romeo S. Camilotes at the helm, the cluster looks forward to building stronger partnerships, sustaining innovation, and achieving greater milestones in delivering quality basic education to every learner.
