School heads from the Catholic Diocesan schools in La Union recently traveled to Bohol to witness a unique teaching method that’s helping students learn more independently—and more effectively.

With support from Bishop Daniel Oca Presto, the group visited the Central Visayan Institute Foundation (CVIF) in Jagna to observe the Dynamic Learning Program (DLP), a teaching strategy co-developed by CVIF and backed by PLDT and Smart. The Diocese of San Fernando de La Union is advocating for the program’s use across its schools.

Dr. Tirso D. Laconsay, Principal of Pugo Catholic School, shared his reflections after the visit: “What struck me was how well the students could complete their lessons with little help. The program trains them to be independent thinkers. It builds their confidence and teaches them how to solve problems on their own.”

At the heart of the program are Learning Activity Sheets—self-contained lessons that simplify complex topics, especially in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). These sheets let students move at their own pace while building strong foundational skills.

Dr. Caridad Q. Ramil, who leads both St. Michael Archangel Learning Center and Stella Maris Academy in Bacnotan, said the visit gave her a practical view of the program’s strengths: “It’s interactive. It adapts to different learning styles. And it gives students a real sense of ownership over their learning.”

The Department of Education is preparing to adopt this strategy more broadly. Originally developed for areas affected by natural disasters or classroom shortages, the program has proven valuable across different learning environments—especially during crises.

“This method brings together innovation, accessibility, and impact,” said Stephanie V. Orlino, AVP and Head of Stakeholder Management at PLDT and Smart. “It reflects our commitment to making education more inclusive and resilient.”

Under the leadership of Education Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara, the DepEd has outlined five national priorities—ranging from stronger reading and math skills to better teacher training, improved infrastructure, and more job-ready graduates. The DLP contributes meaningfully to these goals, particularly in helping students build the basics and become more self-directed learners.

The program reflects the PLDT Group’s commitment to leave #NoLearnerLeftBehind, as it supports the country’s push to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal on quality education.