09/09/2025
E.J. Dulay National High School Undergoes Successful On-Site Validation for Senior High School Application
September 9, 2025 – E.J. Dulay, Laoang, Northern Samar
E. J. Dulay National High School welcomed regional and division validators today as part of the on-site validation process for its application to open a Senior High School (SHS) program for the School Year 2026–2027.
The validation team from the Department of Education Region VIII, composed of Dr. Marlo D. Camposano, Dr. Gerardo L. Magtoon, Dr. Jimmy A. Gula, Mr. Fernando A. Santos, and Mr. Erwin Millar, were joined by Mr. Reynil Ignacio, Division Education Program Specialist, and Dr. Janette B. Cerbito, Laoang V District Principal-in-Charge. The group conducted a comprehensive assessment of the school's readiness to implement the SHS program.
During the visit, the validators meticulously inspected all necessary facilities, including the school buildings, classrooms, and specialized laboratories such as the Computer Room, Science Laboratory, Home Economics Laboratory, Industrial Arts Laboratory, and the school Canteen. The team also reviewed staffing, documentation, and other key requirements, including the projected number of enrollees for the initial implementation of the SHS program.
The E. J. Dulay NHS administration headed by the active and dynamic School Principal Dr. Mark Brando B. Morales,the hardworking Senior High School Coordinator Sir Louie C. Baluyot, faculty, and non-teaching personnel were joined by Barangay Officials headed by Barangay Captain Olympio B. Poso, Jr., GPTA Officers headed by President Hon. Denis Giray, and other local stakeholders in welcoming the validators. The team expressed appreciation for the strong community support and collaboration evident throughout the school’s preparations.
Following the inspection, the validators held a post-conference with school staff, GPTA officers and barangay officials to discuss key findings and address vital concerns related to the program's launch.
In a much-anticipated announcement, the validators gave a positive recommendation for the opening of the Senior High School program, noting only minor compliance requirements to be submitted by October 2025.
This marks a significant milestone for E. J. Dulay National High School, as it moves closer to officially offering Senior High School next academic year, further strengthening access to quality education in the community.
With all these positive feedbacks, the school is gleeful to all the stakeholders who supported the school in any means possible. Let us hope and pray for the best of our school! This is for the entire community and the feather barangays most especially the future of our children!