STEM-AI PROJECT SUCCESSFULLY CONDUCTS TRAINING WORKSHOP AS PART OF LIBONA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL INSET
The STEM-AI Project of Northern Bukidnon State College, under the research initiative “Investigating the Influence of Generative AI Tools on Academic Performance of Senior High School STEM Students in Northern Mindanao” successfully conducted a series of training workshops on November 14, 21, and 28, 2025 at Libona National High School as part of the school’s INSET program.
With the theme “Empowering Teachers for the AI-Ready Classroom,” the workshops aimed to equip teachers across various learning areas with essential knowledge and practical skills for integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into classroom instruction and assessment.
The sessions were facilitated by the STEM-AI Project Team, who led hands-on demonstrations, collaborative activities, and practical applications of AI technologies in education. To further enhance the learning experience, AI experts from NBSC provided specialized lectures, including:
• Dr. Mary Koren Witting-Acuesa – Director, RDID
• Dr. Jovelyn G. Delosa – Vice President for Academic Affairs
• Dr. Mary Cris J. Go – Director, CID
• Dr. Rolan L. Mancha – DGEC Faculty
• Ms. Helen B. Ajon – ITE Faculty
• Mr. John Mark L. Boyonas – Head, NSTP/DGEC Faculty
Their expertise offered teachers valuable insights into AI-driven instruction, digital literacy, and emerging educational technologies that support effective and innovative teaching practices.
The STEM-AI Project also acknowledges its dedicated team members whose efforts greatly contributed to the successful implementation of the workshops:
Dr. Mary Cris J. Go – Project Leader; Ms. Helen B. Ajon – Assistant Project Leader; Dr. Mary Koren Witting-Acuesa – Project Member; Dr. Rolan L. Mancha – Project Member; Ms. Rowena E. Bagongon – Project Member; Mr. Alven L. Gomez – Project Member; Jade Kachel Klient B. Seroy – Research Assistant; Judy Anne A. Amarillo – Facilitator; Ronald John P. Esclamado – Facilitator; Elton C. Gantalao – Facilitator; and Zichri A. Vicaritao – Facilitator.
The successful conduct of the INSET-based training reflects the STEM-AI Project’s commitment to supporting public schools in adapting to emerging technologies and strengthening the digital competencies of teachers across Bukidnon.
The STEM-AI team extends its sincere appreciation to the Libona National High School administration, faculty participants, and all project staff for their meaningful participation and support.
As a community-centered institution, Northern Bukidnon State College remains steadfast in its mission to extend its expertise beyond the campus and into partner schools across the province. Through initiatives like the STEM-AI Project, NBSC continues to empower educators, strengthen local academic programs, and promote responsible and innovative use of emerging technologies. This activity stands as a testament to the College’s enduring commitment to community engagement, capacity-building, and the advancement of quality education in Bukidnon.
