COTABATO CITY — Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament’s Committee on Basic, Higher and Technical Education (CBHTE) received today, December 21, 2020 the panel report on BTA Cabinet Bill No. 70 or the Bangsamoro Education Code (BEC) presented by the BEC panel, detailing the consultations that took place with the subject matter experts, school administrators, division and district heads, as well as the matrix of issues based on the consolidated position papers and policy briefs.

In his message, Panel Chair and Minister of the Ministry of Basic Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) MP Mohagher Iqbal stressed he is confident that the conversations were fruitful, and they were able to acquire significant insights from those who attended these consultations.

“Now we proceed to the meticulous process of collating these ideas and analyzing them to determine their relevance in strengthening the draft Education Code,” Iqbal said.

Iqbal constituted previously the ‘panels’ to spearhead the conduct of public consultations with experts and stakeholders in the provinces of Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao, Tawi-Tawi and Sulu, primarily to gather the positions of resource persons and consolidate their issues, concerns, and recommendations for deliberation by the Committee to evolve an educational framework that is relevant and responsive to the needs, ideals, and aspirations of the Bangsamoro people.

Panel Member MP Atty. Maisarah Damdamun Latiph delivered the report which contains a summary of the consolidated observations, issues and concerns, key suggestions and recommendations by resource persons during series of consultations.

“Throughout the series of public consultations held from November 23 to December 9, 2020, the Panel was guided by the rules on the conduct of public hearings,” Latiph said.

During the simultaneous consultations, resource persons participated via Zoom teleconference hosted at the BTA Extension Office, while others physically attended in the following locations, Pagana Kutawato Native Restaurant in Cotabato City (Maguindanao Ground Consultation), Jolo Town Hall Complex in Jolo (Sulu Ground Consultation), R and R Garden in Bongao (Tawi-Tawi Ground Consultation) and SP Hall in Isabela City (Basilan Ground Consultation).

Among the highlights were four (4) video presentations of the salient features of the Code, entitled as: Why Bangsamoro Education Code is Amazing?; Madrasah Education; Higher-Technical Education; and Provisions on IP Education and Special Education.

Committee Vice-Chairperson MP Atty. Rasol Y. Mitmug, Jr., who presided the series of consultations, emphasized in his message the main purpose of the consultation and the Code itself as follows: for the Panel to reach out and reach an understanding of the BEC; an expert suggested this Code to be called as “Bangsamoro Education Code” being not a mere compilation but the first law about our education; historical and all suggestions/recommendations will be reviewed and deliberated before its passage into law; BEC importantly prioritized Basic Education, Higher Education, Technical and Vocational Education, Public Madrasah Education, Indigenous Peoples Education, and Special Education as featured in the videos presented; approval and creation of books will be regionalized; training of teachers; the Code contains the structures and ideas that would allow the system to operate.

Panel chiefs included MP Dr. Alzad T. Sattar for Basilan, MP Ziaur-Rahman Alonto Adiong for Lanao del Sur, MP Mussolini S. Lidasan for Maguindanao, MP Adzfar H. Usman for Sulu and MP Prof. Eddie M. Alih for Tawi-Tawi.

Meanwhile, Cabinet Bill No. 70 otherwise known as the “Bangsamoro Education Code” is one of the priority legislations that the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) needs to pass during the transition period pursuant to Article XVI Section 4 of Republic Act No. 11054, also known as the Bangsamoro Organic Law. Iqbal filed the Bill during BTA’s special session on October 28, 2020.

The proposed legislation will cover and govern learning systems within the Bangsamoro region such as formal, non-formal and informal learning systems, public and private learning institutions in all levels – Basic, Higher, and Technical Education. In carrying out its obligation, the Bangsamoro Government is guided by the following principles, inclusivity, equity, rights-based, rooted in context, integrated, balanced and moral governance. (GALao, Publication and Media Relations Division, BTA Parliament)

*Originally published by the BTA-Publication and Media Relations Division (https://parliament.bangsamoro.gov.ph/latest-news/cbhte-receives-panel-report-on-bangsamoro-education-code/)

COTABATO CITY — The Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament consulted experts today, December 7, 2020 as part of its series of public consultations on BTA Cabinet Bill No. 70 or the proposed Bangsamoro Education Code held at the BTA Extension Office.

Member of Parliament (MP) and Technical Working Group (TWG) Chair Atty. Rasol Y. Mitmug, Jr. led the public consultations in behalf of Panel Chair and Minister of the Ministry of Basic Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE), MP Mohagher Iqbal. MP Mitmug served as main moderator during the activity.

Experts who participated during the consultation included Ibrahim B. Salic of MARADECA, Drieza Lininding of Moro Concensus Group, Dr. Padoman G. Paporo of MSU-UTC, Atty. Mary Ann M. Arnado of Mindanao Peoples’ Caucus, Noraida A. Abdullahkarim of Community and Family Services International (CFSI), Jo Genna Martin-Jover of Indigenous Women Resource Center, Dean Noni Lao of Lanao Del Sur People’s Council, Samira Gutoc of Young Moro Professionals, Selahuddin Y. Hashim of The Moropreneur, Eva K. Tan of The Mindanao Cross, Belle Garcia Hernandez of Balay Mindanao, Father Angel C. Calvo of Peace Advocates Zamboanga, Fatima Allian of Nisa UI Haqq Fi Bangsamoro, Juanito C. Enriquez, Jr. of Forum for Peace, Zahria Muti-Mapansi of Al-Mujadilah Development Foundation, Inc. (AMDF), Bai Rohanisa Sumndad-Usman of Teach Peace Build Peace Movement, Benhar Agca of Sulu Youth Network, Aloy Barahamin Edris of Tumpukan Bangsa Sama, Nur-in M. Hapas of Nourun Nisah Organization and Abdel Razi Amin of Sulu State College.

In a previous statement, Panel Chair and MBHTE Minister MP Mohagher Iqbal emphasized that the region’s education system shall soon improve and strengthen if the Parliament approves the Bangsamoro Education Code.

“This document signifies collective vision for an inclusive, balanced, relevant, and effective educational system in the BARMM. Our goal is to develop a strong partnership between the BARMM government and various stakeholders across the region. That is why we are conducting this public consultation, so members of the education community can share their insights to enhance the draft and ensure its passage in the Parliament,” Iqbal said.

On October 28, Iqbal filed the BEC in the plenary during a special session. (GALao, Publication and Media Relations Division, BTA Parliament)

*Originally published by the BTA-Publication and Media Relations Division (https://parliament.bangsamoro.gov.ph/latest-news/bta-consults-experts-on-proposed-bangsamoro-education-code/)

COTABATO CITY — The Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament involved today, November 27, 2020 the academe sector in the province of Lanao del Sur during its third series of public consultations on BTA Cabinet Bill No. 70 or the proposed Bangsamoro Education Code.

Member of Parliament Zia Alonto Adiong, sub-panel head of Bangsamoro Education Code for Lanao del Sur led the public consultation via Zoom teleconference. Technical Working Group (TWG) Chair MP Atty. Rasol Y. Mitmug, Jr. served as moderator at the BTA Extension Office.

Various academe personalities in Lanao del Sur who participated during the consultation included Mindanao State University (MSU) Main Campus President Habib W. Maca-ayong, MSU College of Education Dean Montia Jamilah D. Sarip, Soar High Knowledge Foundation President Engr. Ali Yusoph, King Faisal Center for Islamic, Arabic and Asian Studies (KFCIAAS) Department Chairman Prof. Jashim Abdurahman, KFCIAAS Graduate School Chairman Prof. Wedad Ramos-Minodar, Dansalan College President Fedelinda B. Tawagon, Senator Ninoy Aquino College Foundation, Inc. President Dayalin Acoon- Tingaraan, MSU-UTC English Department Head Padoman G. Paporo, Dansalan Polytechnic College Shariah Department Head Khardawi Macalnas Abdullah, Association of Ranao Tech-vocational Institutions President Zenaida S. Naga, Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao Executive Director Acram A. Latiph, MSU College of King Faisal and Islamic Studies, Shari’ah Center Director Anwar Radiamoda, Lanao del Sur Association of Private Schools President Engr. Rasid M. Paca, Hadiyyah Integrated School President Yusoph Latiph, MSU College of Law Dean Atty. Alizedney M. Ditucalan, MSU Marawi Legal Service Division Director Atty. Shiddick Abantas, MSU Faculty Sorhailah Latiph-Yusoph, Phil Fed of Deaf (PFD) President Carolyn D. Bagani, Jamiatu Marawi Al-Islamia Foundation (JMIF) School Registrar Elynn Orellaneda, Jamiatu Marawi Al-Islamia Foundation (JMIF) School Registrar Sadat D. Sampaco, Jamiatul Philippine Al Islamia (JPI) representative Halimanessa M. Alonto, Jamiatu Marawi Al-Islamia Foundation (JMIF) College of Health Sciences Dean Chona G. Limbaring, MSU College of King Faisal and Islamic Studies, Shari’ah Center representative Alim Anshary Bato, Madrasah Maruhom Qadhie Al-Islamie representative Aleem Hamza P. Malawi, Darul Marjannah Litahfidhil Qur-Anil Kareem representative Marjannah P. Hadji Amer, Al-Maarif Educational Center representative Muhammad Macaraya Bani, BRAC Philippines Project Manager Janifa Bangcola along with representatives from the Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) Lanao del Sur.

Adiong stressed in his message that the Bangsamoro Education Code is one of the foundations that we need to secure in order for us to promote meaningful and positive education for the public.

“The purpose of this public consultation is to solicit inputs and comments of our stakeholders in order for us to serve the intention of the Bangsamoro Organic Law. To make our mandate out of the work of the Parliament, to produce a legislation that does not only promote quality education but would also guarantee the reflection of the current demands of our stakeholders on the ground,” Adiong said.

In a previous statement, Panel Chair and MBHTE Minister MP Mohagher Iqbal emphasized that the region’s education system shall soon improve and strengthen if the Parliament approves the Bangsamoro Education Code.

“This document signifies collective vision for an inclusive, balanced, relevant, and effective educational system in the BARMM. Our goal is to develop a strong partnership between the BARMM government and various stakeholders across the region. That is why we are conducting this public consultation, so members of the education community can share their insights to enhance the draft and ensure its passage in the Parliament,” Iqbal said.

On October 28, Iqbal filed the BEC in the plenary during a special session.

Meanwhile, policy and position papers are expected to be submitted on or before December 04, 2020. (GALao, Publication and Media Relations Division, BTA Parliament)

*Originally published by the BTA-Publication and Media Relations Division (https://parliament.bangsamoro.gov.ph/latest-news/bta-involves-academe-sector-in-lanao-sur-on-proposed-bangsamoro-education-code/)