Context of the Project

Partner Schools

Several elementary schools in Region VI and Region XI in the Philippines were chosen to get involved in the project to facilitate the professional preparation of elementary science teachers who have the skills and conceptual knowledge needed to effectively engage learners.

These schools include:

For Western Mindano State University:
Don Gregorio Evangelista Memorial Elementary School
Sta. Catalina, Zamboanga City
For West Visayas State University:
  1. Julian Puego Primary School
    Topol Oeste, Cabatuan, Iloilo
    ** See Picture **
  2. Pavia Pilot Elementary School
    Pavia, Iloilo
  3. Passi I Central Elementary School
    Passi City
  4. Nabitasan Elementary School
    Iloilo City
  5. Casay Elementary School
    Casay, Anini-y, Antique

Julian Puego Primary School is one of the partner schools of West Visayas State University.


Teachers participating in science inquiry workshops learn about "design technology" and physics in this eggdrop activity.


Teachers at Jolian Pueyo Primary School make geology landform books during their science inquiry workshop.


Learning about electricity and conductors and non-conductors in this "firefly" activity.


Making observations during an experiment as part of the science inquiry workshop.


Teachers learn about camouflage and protective coloration during a science inquiry workshop.


Testing "egg-catchers" during the science inquiry workshop.


Parent volunteers prepare a lunch for teachers participating in a science inquiry workshop.