De La Salle Santiago Zobel School is proud to be recognized as a Microsoft Elevate Showcase School for 2026-2027 and to be part of a global community of schools that are leading innovation in education.​

At DLSZ, we are committed to empowering educators and students with the skills, tools, and experiences needed to thrive in an AI-powered world. “As Lasallian educators, I believe we can view AI not simply as a technology, but as a partner that can help us lead more effectively. Through the Microsoft community, we have opportunities to learn from and share practices on how AI can streamline administrative work, strengthen curriculum and assessment planning through purposeful PLCs, and enhance communication across our community,”  shares Associate Principal for Learning Standards, Ms. Leah Marie Tumlos-Castillo. The school looks forward to collaborating, sharing best practices, and continuing to explore how AI can enhance teaching and learning.​ 

This recognition reflects a whole-school commitment to using Microsoft tools and AI to transform teaching, learning, operations, and policy and governance. 

To date, DLSZ has implemented meaningful technology integration across grade levels, established professional learning communities for teachers, and embedded personalized learning strategies that foster inclusion and equity. The school proudly celebrates having one (1) Microsoft Education Fellow, four (4) Minecraft Ambassadors, 71 Microsoft Certified Educators, 60 Microsoft Office Specialists, and 72 Microsoft Elevate Educator Experts, further demonstrating its sustained commitment to future-ready skills, data-driven decision-making, and impactful use of Microsoft solutions in support of demonstrating this recognition. 

Since 2016,  DLSZ has been part of a select group of institutions worldwide that embodies excellence in teaching and learning, particularly its integration of technology to enrich the classroom experience and equip our 21st-century learners for future challenges.

Interested in learning more? Microsoft Elevate for Educators offers professional learning, community connections, and resources to help educators confidently integrate AI into their practice.​