Lyanne-Lei C. Umusig, born on October 12, 2002, is a passionate advocate for cultural appreciation and creative education. As a student of Bachelor of Secondary Education, majoring in English, she envisions learning as a meaningful and transformative journey—one that goes beyond textbooks and into the heart of identity, heritage, and expression.

With this WebQuest, Rhymes, and Roots, she aims to inspire young learners to reconnect with their Filipino identity through literature, music, and the arts. Lyanne-Lei believes that education is not just about mastering content but about nurturing critical thinkers, creative voices, and culturally grounded individuals. By integrating the goals of this WebQuest—analyzing cultural themes, expressing creativity, and developing patriotism through multimedia tools—she hopes to guide students toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their roots while equipping them with 21st-century skills they’ll carry into the future.

​Dr. Eddelyn D. Gupeteo is a dedicated educator and respected leader in the field of education. She once served as Chair of the Teacher Education Department at Ateneo de Davao University’s School of Education. With two doctorate degrees—a Ph.D. and an Ed.D.—she has shown a strong commitment to improving how teachers are trained and how schools are led. Her research focused on how school principals managed the big change from the old curriculum to the K-to-12 system in the Philippines.

In her study, Dr. Gupeteo looked closely at the real experiences of principals in Region XI, especially in Davao City. She highlighted the challenges they faced, their hopes, and the kind of leadership needed during this important shift in education. Her work gained international attention and was even presented at Harvard University in 2016. Today, Dr. Gupeteo continues to inspire many teachers and future leaders to do their best, lead with purpose, and always aim for quality education.