Iloilo City, July 28 -- The chief of the Department of Education - Schools Division of Iloilo expressed full support for the education agenda presented by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Division Superintendent Dr. Ernesto Servillon Jr. cited the "transformative potential" of the initiatives to improve education in the province.

"These align perfectly with our division's commitment to equipping Ilonggo learners with the skills needed for tomorrow's challenges," he said in a statement on Tuesday.

"Of particular importance is the planned increase in guidance counselors, which will significantly strengthen our student support systems by enhancing mental health services, anti-bullying pro...