Aboitiz Foundation, Inc., the corporate social responsibility arm of the Philippines’ first techglomerate, and TELUS Digital Philippines Community Board, the foundation arm of TELUS Digital Philippines, conducted a three-day workshop on artificial intelligence (AI) in education for public school teachers under the program Empowering Educators Year 2.
The workshop “Empowering Educators: Harnessing AI for Future-Ready Teaching” equipped teachers with practical AI skills through lectures, interactive sessions, and hands-on training led by Google for Education experts. Educators learned prompt engineering, explored AI tools, and applied solution-building approaches—all in celebration of National Teachers’ Month.
“Guided by TELUS Digital’s ‘We give where we live’ philosophy, we are committed to supporting educators who shape tomorrow’s leaders. Teachers deserve strong partners as they navigate the digital transformation of education,” said Phoebe Carrera, CSR Senior Manager at TELUS Digital Asia Pacific.
The training concluded with teachers presenting capstone projects showcasing AI-powered solutions to improve lessons, streamline school operations, and build future-ready learning environments. Ginggay Hontiveros-Malvar, Aboitiz Foundation President, emphasized, “When teachers are equipped with the right tools and knowledge, they can transform classrooms and uplift entire communities.”
The program gained strong partner support, with Ronald McDonald House Charities providing meals and Converge ICT ensuring reliable connectivity. The Department of Education–Manila also affirmed its full backing, highlighting the critical role of digital transformation in public schools.
“AI is no longer science fiction — it is already shaping our classrooms, lesson planning, and student tools. From personalized learning and intelligent tutoring to automated grading and predictive analysis, AI is transforming education,” said Nerissa R. Lomeda, Officer-in-Charge, Schools Division Superintendent.
Now in its second year, Empowering Educators builds on its 2024 launch, continuing the Aboitiz Foundation–TELUS Digital Philippines Community Board partnership. The program reaffirms their shared commitment to equip teachers with innovative tools, enabling them to prepare students for success in a fast-changing world.
About Aboitiz Foundation
Aboitiz Foundation, the CSR arm of the Aboitiz Group, is committed to shaping a brighter future for the nation. With 35+ years of empowering communities and driving sustainable development, the Foundation of the Philippines’ first techglomerate is expanding its impact to contribute to nation-building.
Committed to advancing social development, Aboitiz Foundation focuses on three key pillars:
- Future Leaders: Ensuring Filipino learners of all ages have access to resources, facilities, and scholarships to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.
- Jobs: Empowering Filipinos with digital tools and skills training to thrive in the global digital economy, fostering an entrepreneurship mindset.
- Climate Action: Developing and implementing environmental programs to construct climate-resilient communities and foster a more sustainable future through nature-based solutions.
Since 1988, the Foundation has shifted from one-time donations to Aboitiz Foundation’s flagship programs, which empower beneficiaries to reach their full potential. By partnering with strategic partners, the foundation creates projects that are scalable, impactful, and aligned with the company's expertise, benefiting communities throughout the Philippines.
