KNOWLEDGE Channel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) continues to strengthen the capacities of educators through upskilling, expand access to quality learning resources and bring digital tools closer to schools and communities nationwide.

The “Kayang-Kaya Para Sa Bata: Certificate Program for the Upskilling of Child Development Workers” (CDWs) concluded with a culminating ceremony honoring 47 graduating CDWs in Baras, Rizal, on April 13.

A breakthrough achievement of the program saw 10 CDWs enrolled in the program undergo TESDA accreditation and earn the TESDA National Certificate III in Early Childhood Care and Development Services, serving as a testament to the effectiveness of the program in strengthening CDW competencies.

Started in July 2025, this pioneering initiative upskilled participants with the essential tools and competencies to provide holistic early childhood education for children ages 0-8.

“Kayang-Kaya Para Sa Bata” was made possible by the Rotary Global Grant #2457741 through the Rotary Club of Makati Premier District, Rotary District 3830, Rotary Club of Cheonan Dongho and Rotary District 3620 in partnership with KCFI, the UP Department of Family Life and Child Development, the Early Childhood Care and Development Council and the municipality of Baras.

KCFI vice president Edric Calma presented an overview of the organization and its initiatives to the PCTA board and members, highlighting efforts to deliver curriculum-aligned video lessons for learners, teachers and CDWs.

He emphasized KCFI’s goal of expanding its network by engaging with more telco and cable providers to help extend its mission to reach more and teach more learners.

KCFI also brought an interactive experience to the Philippine Tech Show through its “Knowledge on the Go” booth with Creative Programs Inc., where visitors rolled the dice and answered questions from core subjects.

KCFI learning solutions reached more schools and child development centers (CDCs) across Northern Luzon in March through the support of the NYK-TDG Friendship Foundation.

On March 25, the Isla Solomon Community Learning Center in La Union received a Knowledge Channel TV (KC TV) package, enhancing learning experiences in the remote community of Isla Solomon. This was followed on March 26 by the turnover of KC TV early childhood development packages to Monte CDC and Mumulaan CDC in Paoay, Ilocos Norte.

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Story By: Jal Castino

 

Forty-seven CDWs in Baras officially graduate from the ‘Kayang-Kaya’ upskilling program (top); KCFI during the MOA signing with PCTA to expand access to DepEd TV