On January 12, 2026, the National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development (NISMED) held its General Planning Meeting at the NISMED Audiovisual Room, Vidal Tan Hall. The whole-day activity brought together academic groups and administrative sections to reflect on 2025 accomplishments and map out strategic directions for the year ahead.
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| Dr. Sheryl Lyn C. Monterola shares UP NISMED's strategic priorities during her opening remarks at the 2026 General Planning Meeting. |
The morning session began with a comprehensive report on accomplishments from July to December 2025. Achievements across various projects, programs, and initiatives were highlighted, showcasing the institute’s continued commitment to advancing science and mathematics education. This was followed by reports covering the same period, where different committees presented updates on their activities, outputs, and contributions. These reports provided a clearer picture of the collaborative efforts that supported NISMED’s overall goals. Dr. Sheryl Lyn C. Monterola also discussed the status of ongoing programs and upcoming projects for 2026, ensuring alignment with the institution’s mission and vision.
In the afternoon, each academic group and administrative section engaged in a planning and target-setting workshop. They worked collaboratively to outline their targets and expected outputs for the first half of the year, considering the strategic priorities shared by Dr. Monterola. The meeting concluded with presentations of targets from each academic group. These presentations consolidated the day’s planning efforts and provided an opportunity for feedback, clarification, and alignment across the institute.
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