The Partido State University (ParSU) College of Education (CED) formalized its partnership with the Barangay Local Government Unit of Gimagtocon, Lagonoy, through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for Project Activating Knowledge towards รffective Parenthood (AKรP), the college's extension program. The collaboration reflects the shared commitment of the university and the barangay to enhance parenting skills and support holistic family development.
Project AKรP offers research-based capacity-building activities to equip parents with practical knowledge and strategies that foster their children's overall growth and learning. By promoting affective and effective parenting practices, the program aims to cultivate resilient families and strengthen community cohesion.
University President Dr. Arnel B. Zarcedo emphasized the pivotal role of parents in guiding their children's educational and personal development, noting that "parental guidance and support remain essential in helping children navigate both academic and life challenges." Meanwhile, Vice President for Research and Extension, Dr. Raul G. Bradecina, highlighted how parents foster self-efficacy and motivation in childrenโkey factors for long-term success. Both leaders expressed their support for Project AKรP and commended Barangay Gimagtocon for partnering in this initiative.
Barangay Gimagtocon Chairperson Hon. Teddy Lunar, who was also present during the event, described the program as a "noble endeavor." He further reaffirmed the barangay's active commitment to supporting parents and families throughout the project's implementation.
The MOA signing was also attended by Dr. Joan A. Monforte-Bedes, Dean of the CED; Marvin Gabatin, Associate Dean and Project AKรP Program Leader, along with his project team; Prof. Patricia Candelaria, Acting Director for Research Services; Luisa Lanciso, Acting Director for Extension Services; and members of the Barangay Council of Gimagtocon.
Through initiatives like Project AKรP, ParSU continues to advance its extension mandate by translating research into evidence-based programs that strengthen families, promote holistic development, and contribute to sustainable community growth.
๐๐ช๐ต๐ฉ ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ณ๐ต๐ด: ๐๐ณ. ๐๐ข๐ณ๐ท๐ช๐ฏ ๐. ๐๐ข๐ฃ๐ข๐ต๐ช๐ฏ
