ASCOT Zabali Baler Main Campus Tech4ED Center

𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥’𝗦 𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗘

To advance innovation and foster a dynamic digital landscape, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) conducted an Enhanced Institutional Development Workshop as part of its Digital Cities Program on May 30, 2024 in the Municipality of Baler, Aurora.

DICT Regional Director Engr. Antonio Edward E. Padre stressed the importance of digital transformation in Baler, emphasizing the need for a collaborative roadmap to ensure inclusivity and sustainability in the ICT ecosystem.

The workshop assessed Baler’s current ICT landscape and outlined strategies for its improvement and future growth. Discussions centered on identifying their strengths, pinpointing areas for improvement, and creating a clear path forward to fortify the municipality's digital infrastructure and capabilities.

Municipal Mayor Rhett Ronan T. Angara, represented by Executive Assistant II Ryan John Soriao, articulated their vision for positioning Baler as a promising hub for IT-BPM investments, urging stakeholders to collaborate for accelerated growth in the global IT-BPM landscape.

The Digital Cities Program, a strategic initiative by the DICT, aims to accelerate digital progress in high-potential locations outside Metro Manila, such as Baler, by providing support, resources, and expertise to catalyze their digital transformation journey.

🌟 Courtesy Call of DICT Region 3 to ASCOT's New President! 🤝

We are pleased to announce that DICT Region 3, through the DICT Aurora Provincial Office, recently conducted a courtesy call to Dr. Renato G. Reyes, the newly appointed President of ASCOT.

The meeting was a fruitful discussion on various topics aimed at enhancing ICT initiatives and collaboration within the province.

Here's a glimpse of what transpired during the meeting:
🔍 Diagnostic Examination for 4th year graduating BSIT students
📚 ILCDB LOI and partnership Training
🖥️ ASCOT Tech4ED Center Management
💻 Digital Transformation Center
🖋️ PNPKI Bulk Application
🚀 Hach4gov
🌱 Startup Challenge

The meeting was productive, filled with hope, and marked a promising start to our partnership with ASCOT under the leadership of Dr. Renato G. Reyes. Attendees included key figures from ASCOT and DICT Aurora, ensuring a collaborative effort towards ICT advancement in the region.

We look forward to the positive outcomes and impactful initiatives that will arise from this collaboration. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey towards a digitally empowered Aurora! 🚀✨

ASCOT College Admission Test (Entrance Exam) 130 on queue... magexam na po kayo habang wala pa traffic sa server... until May 24, 2024 lang po ito open including the onsite/paper-and-pen modality...

"Dive into the realm of creativity with DICT Aurora FREE webinar entitled: Digital Art Unleashed: Crafting Masterpieces in the Virtual Canvas".

Explore innovative techniques and the limitless possibilities of creating awe-inspiring digital masterpieces.

This event is your opportunity to unlock your creative potential in the digital space.

Reserve your spot now and embark on a journey of digital artistry!".
When: March 23, 2024, Saturday
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Don't miss out on this dynamic session with Mr. Allan A. Custodio, Teacher II at Julia Ortiz Luiz National High School, and a Multi Edtech Ambassador!

To register, click here: https://tinyurl.com/Reg-ILCDB-Aur-Web-2

As we join the kick off of 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 today, February 6, we are inviting you to take this opportunity to be the hero of your online journey.

Join us for a FREE introduction to Cybersecurity course!

Register today:
https://bit.ly/SID-RegLink2024

DICT Region3 Stakeholders Engagement Summit held@San Fernando, Pampanga

📣📣 It's a Wrap!! 👏👏

Congratulations to all the participants who attended the 𝟮-𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 on 𝗣𝗛𝗣 𝗪𝗲𝗯 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 - 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗜𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝟰 (𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲) from November 14-15, 2023.

This training is in brought to us by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region 3 - ICT Literacy and Competency Development Bureau (ILCDB) and the DICT Aurora Provincial Office in partnership with the Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) through its Tech4ED Center.

The training have equipped participants with advanced CodeIgniter skills, including working with databases, executing complex queries, mastering error handling, and utilizing libraries and helpers. It also covered essential aspects of deployment and security, emphasizing participants' ability to prepare CodeIgniter applications for production and implement robust security measures.

Day 1 of the PHP Application Framework: CodeIgniter4 (Intermediate) her in ASCOT Accreditation Hall (ASCOT Zabali Baler Main Campus)

Trainer: Mr. Khavee Augustus Botangen
Participants: Workforce from ASCOT, Provincial Government of Aurora, LGU Baler and DepED Aurora







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FREE TRAINING ALERT!!!!
(Face-To-Face)

Registration for the PHP Web Application Framework: CodeIgniter4 (Intermediate) Training is EXTENDED!

REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.gle/hgUo1hvo7YuXnU887
Open until Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 12 noon only.

Training will be on November 14 and 15, 2023 from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM and will be held at ASCOT Accreditation Hall (ASCOT Zabali Baler Main Campus Tech4ED Center), Brgy. Zabali, Baler, Aurora.

Target Participants:
* Has a background in Computer Science, IT, or any related field;
* Higher Education degrees or certification in web development;
* Must have a complete knowledge of HTML and CSS design, JavaScript, Object Oriented Concepts, Database Design RDBMS, and PHP Script.

If you know you are qualified, hurry up and register now!
LIMITED SLOTS ONLY!

Digital Literacy Training

ICT Proficiency Exam

The Department of Information and Communications Technology Region III - ILCDB through Aurora Provincial Office in partnership with Aurora State College of Technology conducted an ICT Diagnostic Examination today. It was held at the ASCOT Zabali Baler Main Campus Tech4ED Center. A total of 15 examinees took the exam.

BSIT2A Discrete Math Class

A mental health awareness webinar can be a powerful tool for educating people about mental health issues and promoting greater understanding and acceptance of those who may be struggling with mental health challenges.

Want to know how to deal with the various kinds of stress that we encounter in our daily lives.

Join us later this afternoon from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm by registering at this link: https://tinyurl.com/DICTAurora-Web-Reg-Mental

This webinar is in celebration of National Women's Month and is brought to you by DICT Region 3 - ILCDB Tech4ED Project through the DICT Aurora - Region III in partnership wit Aurora State College of Technology.

It is very crucial to teach kids about the value of cybersecurity now more than ever as technology develops and becomes more pervasive in our daily lives.

We can help children be safe and secure while also giving them the tools they need to successfully and responsibly navigate the digital world by teaching them how to protect themselves online.

The importance of cybersecurity education in preparing kids for the future can be seen in everything from comprehending the dangers of revealing personal information to learning about the most recent security threats.

Join us in this free webinar with our Resource Speaker, Mr. Glenny E. Laping as he discusses all about the Cybersafety: "Safe and Secure: Navigating the Digital World" on February 27, 2023 from 9:00 am to 10:30 am and together let us foster the next generation and provide them with the resources they require to succeed in the digital world.

To register, please click the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/DICTAurora-Reg-Cybersafety

This online training is brought to you by the Department of Information and Communications Technology Region 3 - ILCDB Tech4ED Project through the DICT Provincial Office of Aurora in partnership with the Schools Division of Lapu-Lapu City and Punta Engano High School Punta Egnano, Lapu-Lapu City.

ASCOT | News: PAPSAS Region III holds 2023 benchmarking activity in ASCOT

Aiming to be informed, adopt, and build further collaborations, the Philippine Association of Practitioners of Student Affairs and Services, Inc. (PAPSAS) Region III is currently holding a 2-day Benchmarking Activity at the Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT), January 30-31.

The nine-team delegation includes PAPSAS President Mrs. Iris Ann G. Castro from Holy Angel University, Mr. Christopher Sicat and Dr. Gloria B. Gigante from Don Honorio Ventura University, Mr. Darwin Andres from Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Ms. Kathleen Angeles from Bataan Heroes College, Ms. Marissa Mendoza from Bulacan Polytechnic College, Dr. Lorina P. Bundang from President Ramon Magsaysay State University, and Ms. Lory Gomez from Bataan Peninsula State University.

In the benchmarking proper, the College's Students Affairs and Services (SAS) Director, Mr. Von Gerald D. Macose, presented the best practices of his office, which focuses mainly on assisting the students in terms of publication, admission, scholarship, health, and guidance, followed by an open forum and planning for the Annual PAPSAS Convention 2023.

Present also in the said activity and who warmly welcomed the PAPSAS delegates were the Socio-cultural Affairs Director and the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, Dr. Jay Amon; one of the College's Guidance Counselors, Dr. Alma Bayudan; the College Nurse, Mrs. Genalyn Gudoy; the head of the ASCOT Scholarship Unit, Mrs. Merly Agbayani; and the Adviser of The Voice of the Sierra, Mr. Eliseo Joseph Nakar.

ASCOT | News: ASCOT receives recognition in Deped Region III's 2022 Gawad Katig Award

In recognition of the College's commitment to become one of the education partners of Department of Education (DepEd) Region III in pursuing and providing excellent, quality, and accessible education, the Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) received a recognition in the 2022 Gawad Katig Award from Deped Region III.

The Director of the ASCOT-Extension and Rural Development Office, Dr. Ricardo Gonzales, Jr., received the said recognition on behalf of the College in an awarding ceremony held at the Hacienda Hotel and Resort, Lubao, Pampanga, yesterday; January 31.

Meanwhile, the office also gave a special award to our College President Dr. Eutiquio L. Rotaquio, Jr., in recognition of his selfless assistance, support, and commitment as one of the partners in achieving its educational goals, particularly in the province of Aurora.

Deped Region III's GWAD KATIG (Katuwang sa Isang hanGaring de kalidad na edukasyon) also aims to recognize various stakeholders' support to the department's Basic Education Learning Recovery Plan.

ASCOT News | An Act Converting ASCOT into a state university (ASUST), passes the first reading; now on Committee Consideration/ Action.

The House Bill No. 5892: "AN ACT CONVERTING THE AURORA STATE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE PROVINCE OF AURORA, AND ALL ITS SATELLITE CAMPUSES LOCATED IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF MARIA AURORA, CASIGURAN, AND SAN LUIS, ALL IN THE PROVINCE OF AURORA, INTO A STATE UNIVERSITY TO BE KNOWN AS THE AURORA STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (ASUST), AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR" passes the first reading today at the House of Representatives, January 30, 2023.

A portion of the brief from the said initial deliberation with the Committee on Higher and Technical Education (CHTE), the following are the operational requirements for a university:

(a) Level III accreditation or equivalent under CHED policies for at least four (4) of its undergraduate programs, one (1) in liberal arts and one (1) in the sciences, and two (2) of its graduate programs;

(b) Ratio of qualified full-time faculty with requisite degrees to number of students;

(c) Adequate library and laboratories;

(d) Research and development output of practical and commercial application to the community;

(e) Relevant linkages and outreach programs that are of service to the community; and

(f) Relevant academic policies, systems, and processes

"The institution shall retain its status prior to the effectivity of this Act, unless in the meantime it is able to comply with the requirements provided herein within five years from the approval of this Act."

Present during the said event from Aurora State College of Technology are: College President Eutiquio L. Rotaquio, Jr.,PhD, Vice President for Academic Affairs, RB J. Gallego, PhD, Attorney Raquel Dujunco, CPA, Director Annie Capin, Director Maria Cristina Canada, Director Rick Gonzales, and Executive Assistant Mharjorie Vigilia.

The said bill was sponsored by Congressman Rommel Rico T. Angara.

Meanwhile, President Rotaquio also thanked the Congressman and his staff, Atty. Aila Reopta, Atty. Angelica Gumapac, and Zhirees Te, for their help in drafting the house bill.