Education Leaders Unite for Innovation and Compliance at the 20th ISAAL General Assembly

The Inter-School Academic and Athletic League (ISAAL PH) advanced its commitment to institutional collaboration as it hosted its 20th Edition General Assembly at the Sequoia Hotel on Timog Avenue, Quezon City. Held under the theme “ISAAL 20th Edition: Bright as Stars – Greatness through Unity,” the annual event drew school owners, administrators, principals, and educational leaders from across Quezon City, Bulacan, and the CAMANAVA area. The assembly focused on strengthening institutional ties, tackling pressing academic issues, and unveiling ISAAL Philippines, Inc.’s strategic roadmap and program lineup for the upcoming school year.

To equip the delegates with actionable insights for the year ahead, the assembly featured a distinguished panel of guest speakers who addressed critical aspects of school governance and curriculum development:

• Hon. Maria Lourdes P.A. Sereno – The former Chief Justice introduced "Project Dalisay," emphasizing how school heads can foster integrity, ethical leadership, and accountability within their communities and nation-building efforts.

• Hon. Alfred D. Vargas – The Quezon City Councilor discussed "Building Respectful and Safe School Communities," mapping out collaborative strategies between parents, schools, and local communities to prevent bullying and secure student well-being.

• Samuel A. Sumaoang, PhD. – The CEdNet National Chairman introduced "The Generous Curriculum," which focuses on nurturing learners through faith, values-rich education, and strong character formation.

• Lydia L. Martin, PhD. – The DepEd-NCR Quality Assurance Division OIC-Chief delivered vital policy updates and strategic directions to help administrators maintain regulatory compliance and institutional excellence.

The gathering also served as a venue for delegates to explore modern academic resources designed to enhance classroom learning. Throughout the event, educational leaders engaged with a specialized display of contemporary learning resources, including the Diwa 5G textbooks, supplemental educational magazines (SEMs), and Genyo e-Learning solutions, alongside an informative audio-visual presentation showcasing modern pedagogical tools.

The successful staging of this assembly highlights ISAAL PH's active commitment to driving administrative alignment and holistic growth across its member networks. The event was proudly supported and sponsored in partnership with Diwa Learning Systems Inc. and the Bato Balani Foundation Inc. (BBFI), reflecting their continuous shared dedication to empowering the private education sector with essential development platforms and standard-setting learning solutions.