Category: Community Development Engagements

Cagayan de Oro City, January 28, 2025 – In a significant recognition of their unwavering dedication to advancing education, the Department of Education (DepEd) Region 10 – Northern Mindanao conferred the NORMIN Star Award to MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 during the Pasidungog sa Amihanang Mindanao (PAM) Awards held at the LimKetKai Luxe Hotel.

The prestigious award honors MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 for their outstanding partnership, active collaboration, and steadfast commitment to supporting the education programs and projects of DepEd Northern Mindanao. The citation highlights their instrumental role in delivering remarkable outcomes, setting a benchmark for excellence, and paving the way for sustainable progress and impactful change in the region’s education landscape.

Receiving the award on behalf of MORESCO-1 was Ms. Edna S. Putian-Diango, the Institutional Services Manager of MORESCO-1, who is concurrently serving as the Acting General Manager of MORESCO-2. Representing MORESCO-2, Board President Rodulfo Cezar P. Olano accepted the award, accompanied by Ms. Jana Dael, the OIC-Institutional Services Department Manager of MORESCO-2.

DepEd Regional Director Dr. Arturo B. Bayocot, CESO III, personally presented the award during the event. In his remarks, he lauded MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 for their exemplary collaboration with DepEd and their critical role in enhancing the delivery of education in Northern Mindanao. “This partnership exemplifies the power of collective efforts in achieving transformative change for our learners and educators,” Dr. Bayocot said.

The NORMIN Star Award underscores the vital role of electric cooperatives like MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 in fostering educational development through various initiatives. These include infrastructure support, technology integration, and community-driven programs that address the evolving needs of schools and learners across the region.

“This award is a testament to our commitment to community development, particularly in the field of education. We are honored to be recognized and will continue to support initiatives that create meaningful and lasting impacts,” said Ms. Putian-Diango in her acceptance speech.

Board President Olano echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the shared vision of MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 to empower communities through education. “By investing in education, we are not only contributing to individual growth but also to the overall progress of Northern Mindanao,” he stated.

The Pasidungog sa Amihanang Mindanao Awards is an annual event that celebrates exceptional contributions to the region’s development across various sectors. The recognition of MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 serves as an inspiration for other organizations to forge meaningful partnerships that drive positive change.

With this accolade, MORESCO-1 and MORESCO-2 reaffirm their commitment to strengthening their collaboration with DepEd and other stakeholders, ensuring a brighter future for learners and communities in Northern Mindanao.