SARANGANI
DIVISION
Our Philosophy
Vision
A model Division of transformational leadership and harmonious relationship with stakeholders for competent Sarangans
Mission
The Division of Sarangani in partnership with diverse and united stakeholders is committed to:
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provide universal access to quality basic education;
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produce responsible and competent Sarangans;
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practice transformational leadership and good governance; and
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foster integrity and professionalism
Core Organization Values
Integrity
We foster high moral principles and steadfastly adhere to professional standards.
Professionalism
We continually develop our skills, competence and character expected of all teachers, stakeholders and other officials of the department.
Leadership
We guide, direct and influence the total learning community in all our schools.
Accountability
We are responsible to the public for the outcomes of the decisions we make and actions we take.
Cooperation
We work harmoniously with education stakeholders to achieve our educational goals and targets.
Excellence
We always strive for superior performance in all indicators.
Our History
Sarangani lies in the southernmost part of Mindanao. It is composed of the coastal municipalities of Maitum, Kiamba, Maasim, Alabel, Malapatan, and Glan and the upland municipality of Malungon. The inhabitants of the place are called Sarangans.
The Division of Sarangani was formerly part of South Cotabato. It was until the Province of Sarangani was created as separate province under the virtue of Republic Act 7228. On August 6, 1993, the Division of Sarangani was born. It was headed by Dr. Leticia E. Cabang as first Schools Division Superintendent, who served for ten years. Then, in 2003, SDS Nenita T. Golez, Ph.D. took over. It was followed by SDS Deborah A. Adrales, CESO VI in 2004. Then on 2011, SDS Allan G. Farnazo, CESO V took the lead. Currently, it is headed by Isagani S. Dela Cruz, CESO V.
The Division has 19 supervisory districts with 3,011 manpower. There are 241 elementary schools with a total enrolment of 88,932 pupils and 14,240 pre-schoolers. It has 33 secondary schools, including one regional science high school and six technical-vocational schools. The secondary schools have a total enrolment of 28,838 students. There are also 16 private pre-schools, 17 elementary and 10 secondary private schools. The Division has opened 32 integrated schools (IS) with 5,419 to cater far distance learners in the Province.