The College of Teacher Education (CTE) celebrated the extension of its designation as a Teacher Education-Center of Excellence (COE) during a formal ceremony on November 27, 2024, at the Bulwagan ng Karunungan, Rizal Building, DepEd Central Office in Pasig City. This extension is effective for one year, from November 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, and recognizes the institution’s ongoing commitment to excellence in teacher education.

The honor is granted under Republic Act No. 11713, known as the Excellence in Teacher Education Act. This legislation empowers the Teacher Education Council (TEC) to identify and designate COEs among public and private Teacher Education Institutions (TEIs). The TEC is also responsible for overseeing these COEs through the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and formulating strategic plans to develop teacher education across various regions and provinces in the Philippines.

The CTE’s re-designation as a COE highlights its crucial role in shaping the future of education through innovative practices and quality instruction. The institution aims to maintain high standards in teacher education, thereby contributing significantly to nation-building by preparing competent and compassionate educators equipped to face the challenges of a rapidly evolving educational landscape.

This recognition reaffirms CTE’s mission to uphold excellence in teacher education and its commitment to producing educators who are not only knowledgeable but also responsive to the needs of their communities. The CTE’s programs are designed to foster a dynamic learning environment that encourages both academic and professional growth among future teachers.//JBelardo