CHEDRO XI Holds Orientation on SIKAP Program for HEI Personnel in Davao Region
In accordance with Republic Act No. 7722 and the CHED Memorandum dated May 28, 2025, the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office XI (CHEDRO XI) successfully conducted an Orientation on the Scholarships for Staff and Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) on July 22, 2025, at The Ritz Hotel at Garden Oasis, Davao City.
The orientation was spearheaded by CHEDRO XI Regional Director, Dr. Maricar R. Casquejo, together with the LGSO Project Technical Staff II, Ms. Audrey Claire J. Saavedra and their focal person, Dr. Lourdes D. Ceasar, and supported by Chief Education Program Specialist Engr. Luis D. Perez. The event was attended by personnel from various Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the Davao Region.
In her opening remarks, RD Casquejo reaffirmed CHED’s commitment to strengthening and enhancing the SIKAP application process to give more opportunities for eligible scholars to enroll. She also highlighted that CHEDRO XI is the only region to have developed an innovative system for the application process, showcasing the office’s proactive approach in improving accessibility and efficiency for stakeholders.
To guide the participants through this innovation, Dr. Louie C. Juera, CHEDRO XI Educational Supervisor II gave a comprehensive walkthrough of the new system, explaining how to navigate and utilize the platform effectively.
Following the system presentation, DHEIs (Delivering Higher Education Institutions) showcased their Audio-Visual Presentation (AVP) featuring the various graduate programs they offer under the SIKAP scholarship, helping attendees better understand their options for advanced studies.
An open forum was then held to address questions and concerns from the participants regarding the application process. Engr. Luis D. Perez, together with Dr. Lourdes Ceasar and Ms. Audrey Claire Saavedra, PTS II, facilitated the discussion and provided clarifications to ensure participants left the session well-informed and prepared.
The event concluded after the open forum, marking a productive and insightful afternoon dedicated to promoting access to graduate education and advancing professional development among HEI personnel in the Davao Region.
