The Schools Division of Dapitan City stood in solidarity with DepEd Dipolog during the inauguration of its new Schools Division Office building held today, July 1, in Barangay Sta. Isabel, Dipolog City.

Representing DepEd Dapitan were Dr. Jay S. Montealto, Officer-in-Charge of the Schools Division Superintendent, and Mr. Aurelio A. Santisas, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent.

The event was graced by notable guests including Hon. Daryl Dexter T. Uy, Governor of Zamboanga del Norte; Hon. Irene G. Labadlabad, Representative of the Second District of Zamboanga del Norte; Dr. Ruth L. Fuentes, Regional Director of DepEd Region IX; Dr. Majarani M. Jacinto, Schools Division Superintendent of Zamboanga del Norte; and Dr. Lourma I. Poculan, former Schools Division Superintendent of the same division.

Representatives from various public and private stakeholders were also present.

Dr. Ma. Liza R. Tabilon, Schools Division Superintendent of Dipolog City, warmly welcomed all attendees and expressed heartfelt gratitude to Hon. Daryl Dexter T. Uy—former City Mayor of Dipolog and now Governor of Zamboanga del Norte—for his unwavering support to DepEd Dipolog City.

Meanwhile, Dr. Fuentes emphasized that every new DepEd building is a blessing, especially in light of the many resource gaps the DepEd faces.

She called on partners, especially Governor Uy, to continue supporting the DepEd in advancing the lives of learners and communities in Zamboanga del Norte through quality education.

In response, Governor Uy described the new division office as a powerful symbol of commitment, progress, and hope for learners and for all who believe in the power of education to transform lives.

“This building stands not only as a physical space for administration but as a pillar of our shared aspiration for a better future,” he said.

He further underscored the importance of unity and collaboration in uplifting the quality of life in Zamboanga del Norte, inviting everyone to work together under a renewed vision for the province.

Introducing a new banner of unity, Gov. Uy declared: “Kuyog ta sa bag-ong Zamboanga del Norte.”

He then concluded his message with a resounding call: “One DepEd, One Zamboanga del Norte! Kuyog Ta!”