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08/06/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘄𝗮𝗴 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆; 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗙𝗔 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗟𝗘𝗧 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀

The Baliwag City Government conducted a ceremonial retirement of worn-out Philippine flags and administered the oath of office to the newly elected officers of the BTech Faculty Association (BTechFA) during the flag-raising ceremony at Baliwag City Hall in Baliwag City, Bulacan, on Monday, June 8.

The ceremonial burning of unserviceable Philippine flags was conducted in accordance with Republic Act No. 8491, or the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines, which requires worn-out or damaged flags to be disposed of through dignified burning to prevent misuse or desecration.

Following the flag retirement rites, City Administrator Enrique V. Tagle led the induction of the newly elected BTechFA officers and recognized the passers of the September 2025 and March 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT).

Report by Clarisse Dela Cruz
Photos by Niel Neithan Hernandez

07/06/2026

𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗨𝗣, 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚!

Only those who dare answer the call of the newsroom shall earn their place on the board. This is a game of strategy and truth—where writers, layout artists, photojournalists, and editors move as one, each serving as a vital piece in shaping a publication grounded in clarity, integrity, and purpose.

As one chapter reaches its final move, the board now calls for a new generation of players who will continue to uphold responsible campus journalism. A new set of watchful eyes, prolific minds, and skillful hands now rises, ready to carry the legacy of championing truth, justice, and the voice of the student body.

Now, the question remains: Will you take on the challenge? Will you step onto the board and take part in the Publication Recruitment and Entrance Screening System (PRESS), where your tenacity, wisdom, and courage shall be put to the test?

BTECHTIMES, the official student publication of Dalubhasaang Politekniko ng Lungsod ng Baliwag (BTech), is now opening applications for its Editorial Board and Staff for Academic Year 2026–2027.

𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
1. Must be a bona fide first to third-year student in the upcoming academic year.
2. Must have satisfactory academic performance.
3. Must possess good moral character and be able to work well in a team.
4. Must be able to perform effectively under pressure.
5. Must be willing to uphold the ethical standards and responsibilities of a student journalist.

Interested? If so, get ready. Step onto the board by clicking the registration form below.

The registration link will close on June 12, 2026. Details and schedules for the examination and interview will be announced at a later date.

NOTE: Please use your Google Workspace account when answering the registration form.

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𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗨𝗣, 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦.

Only the sharpest minds make the move.
Make yours before the board finally closes.

07/06/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗕𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝟱 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗣𝗔𝘀

Five graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) program of Dalubhasaang Politekniko ng Lungsod ng Baliwag (BTech) passed the May 2026 Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE), based on results released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), June 7.

The newly licensed CPAs are Mark Dally P. Bajacan, Joshua T. Mangubat, Ara Quiel A. Garcia, Hannah Mae G. Rivera, and Maria Angelica Jane M. Maniego.

Meanwhile, BTech recorded a 45.45% institutional passing rate in the May 2026 CPALE, surpassing the national passing rate of 30.83% despite falling short of its 66.67% passing rate in the previous examination cycle.

Report by Cjay Bandagoza

13/05/2026

𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟱𝟳 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗣 𝗦𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗗𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗲’𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

District Representatives from Bulacan joined the 257 members of the House of Representatives of the Philippines who voted affirmative on the second impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, marking a major political development in the country, May 13.

Among those who voted in favor were 1st District Rep. Danilo A. Domingo, 2nd District Rep. Augustina Dominique C. Pancho, 3rd District Rep. Mark Cholo I. Violago, 4th District Rep. Linabelle Ruth R. Villarica, 5th District Rep. Agatha Paula A. Cruz, 6th District Rep. Salvador R. Pleyto Sr., and Rep. Arturo B. Robes of San Jose del Monte.

As of writing, the complaint may proceed to an impeachment trial once transmitted to the Senate, following constitutional procedures.

Meanwhile, political analysts consider the vote an important moment that could reshape alliances and influence the political climate ahead of the 2028 national elections.

For the record, 25 members voted against, while the others did not cast their votes, marking nine abstaining respectively.

Report by Jordan Evaristo
Layout by Jhon Mike Del Rosario

12/05/2026

𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗕𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 ‘𝟮𝟲 𝗟𝗘𝗣𝗧 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀, 𝟱𝟯 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗟𝗣𝗧 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘀

The Dalubhasaang Politekniko ng Lungsod ng Baliwag (BTech) produced 53 new Licensed Professional Teachers (LPTs) after its graduates passed the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT), based on the results released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), May 12.

BTech recorded 26 passers under the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) program, with a 56.52% overall passing rate, surpassing the 56.08% national passing rate.

Meanwhile, the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) major in English produced 27 passers and achieved a 79.41% overall passing rate, higher than the 73.14% national passing rate.

The institution maintained its strong performance in the March 2026 LEPT, with both programs exceeding the national passing rates in their respective categories.

Report by Niel Neithan Hernandez

09/05/2026

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥𝗦♟️🪶

Every corridor echoes with questions waiting to be asked, every desk carries the weight of responsibility, and every voice has the power to shape what others believe.

This is where stories are shaped, truths are sharpened, and voices are made louder. Every piece has a role. Every move matters.

The board is waiting.
The question is—are you ready to make your move?

08/05/2026

𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗜 | 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗞𝗮𝗵𝗶𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗮𝗻

May kaibigan ako. Kasama ko siya kahit saan.

Iyan ang bugtong na minsan kong narinig, at hindi ko alam noon na iyon pala ang buong buhay ko dahil noong bata pa lamang ako, may kasama na ako palagi—walang mukha, walang tinig.

Kapag naglalakad ako sa tirik ng araw, naroon siya sa tabi ko.

Kapag tumatakbo ako, humahabol siya.
Kapag huminto ako, tumitigil din siya.
Sabi ng matatanda, anino ko raw iyon. Kaya hindi ako natakot o nabahala.

Madalas ko tuloy siyang kausapin. “Huwag kang mawawala,” bulong ko tuwing hapon. At hindi nga siya nawawala.

Parang sagot sa bugtong: ako ay may kaibigan, kasama ko kahit saan.

May mga gabing ako ay balisa. May amoy ng usok sa hangin na ako lang ang nakapapansin.

May liwanag sa panaginip na masyadong maliwanag—apoy na sumasayaw sa dingding, sigaw na napuputol, dalawang batang magkahawak-k**ay.

Ngunit sa bawat paggising ko, wala akong maalala.

Sabi nila, bata pa raw ako noon. Mabuti raw at nabuhay.

Habang lumalaki ako, lalong hindi siya umaalis gaya ng hiling ko. Sa liwanag ng poste, mas malinaw ang anyo niya. Minsan, pakiramdam ko’y hindi lang siya sumusunod—parang may sariling bigat ang bawat galaw niya, parang may gustong sabihin at ipaalam sa akin.

Isang gabi, biglang nawalan ng kuryente ang buong sitio. Sa dilim, nawala ang anino.
Doon ko unang naramdaman ang takot—dahil kung anino lang siya, bakit parang may nawala sa akin?

At doon ko narinig ang tinig. Mahina. Pamilyar. Malumanay.

“Ako ‘to, ate…”

Bumalik ang lahat—ang sunog, ang kwartong magkatabi ang k**a, ang pangakong sabay kaming lalabas na buhay.

Ang k**ay na binitiwan ko. Ang kakambal kong hindi ko naalalang iniwan sa apoy.
Nang bumalik ang liwanag, bumalik din siya—sa sahig, sa dingding, sa tabi ko.

Ngunit iba na ngayon, alam ko na ang sagot sa bugtong.

Ako ay may kaibigan, kasama ko kahit saan. Hindi siya anino lamang.

Siya ang kakambal kong pumanaw—ang kaibigang naiwan sa alaala, ngunit piniling manatili sa akin, kahit saan ako magpunta.

Isinulat ni Ashley Brent Esteban
Dibuho ni Jezreel Palquera

07/05/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗕𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟰𝟱 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟭 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀

The spirit of achievement and perseverance took center stage as Grade 11 students from all Senior High School (SHS) strands of Dalubhasaang Politekniko ng Lungsod ng Baliwag (BTech) received medals and certificates during the Recognition Ceremony held at Baliwag Star Arena on Wednesday, May 6.

A total of 245 learners were recognized as overall achievers—comprising four students with Highest Honors, 54 students with High Honors, and 187 learners with Honors. The event also recognized the SHS Student Council and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) for their contributions to the school community.

Vice President for Administration and Finance Mr. Al-Lawrence G. Cruz commended the students’ hard work, perseverance, dedication, and determination in overcoming challenges while emphasizing the words of former U.S. President Barack Obama, “The future belongs to young people with an education and the imagination to create,” highlighting that the youth remain the hope of the future—ready to dream, strive, and create positive change in society.

“Sa inyong paglalakbay, huwag kayong matakot mangarap ng mataas. Continue to strive for excellence, remain grounded, and never stop learning,” he added, motivating the students to maximize their potential and continue pursuing success with humility.

Meanwhile, guest speaker Dr. Jomar V. Villena delivered a message, saying, “Today you are recognized, tomorrow you decide,” encouraging student achievers to write down their plans, take ownership of their future goals, and turn present recognition into purposeful decisions that lead to long-term success and personal growth.

Dr. Villena urged achievers to move forward and rise after setbacks, noting that even difficult paths can become inspiring stories for others, “Humakbang ka pa, magmadali, bumangon, magpatuloy dahil isang araw, ang daan na parang hindi posible ay magiging kwento na magbibigay-lakas sa iba.”

In his closing remarks, SHS Principal and Dean of the Institute of Education, Dr. John Erick F. Cuazon, reminded honorees that true character is not measured solely by intelligence, “Hindi kinatatakutan ng mundo ang taong matalino. Ang kinatatakutan nito ay taong may prinsipyo, may puso, at higit sa lahat may takot sa Diyos,” he said.

Report by Cjay Bandagoza
Photos by Niel Neithan Hernandez

07/05/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗕𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟲𝟭𝟬 𝗦𝗛𝗦 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘀

A total of 610 Senior High School (SHS) students across all strands of Dalubhasaang Politekniko ng Lungsod ng Baliwag (BTech) graduated during the 9th Commencement Exercises held on May 6, 2026, at Baliwag Star Arena, Pagala, Baliwag City, Bulacan.

Dr. Aida S. Ramos, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research (VPAAR), reminded the graduates that life is not a race, emphasizing that each person has their own path.

“Hindi lahat ng mabilis ay matibay, at hindi lahat ng mabagal ay mahina. Sa buhay, ang mahalaga ay hindi ang bilis ng inyong pag-usad kundi ang katatagan ng inyong paglalakad at ang direksyon na inyong tinatahak,” she said.

Meanwhile, College President Dr. Robert John I. Donesa also emphasized that human experiences and challenges are ‘rock-bottom’ moments in life that serve as valuable lessons and sources of reflection.

“Kasi ‘yun ‘yung time na learning is the hardest, learning is the greatest. Kung talagang walang-wala ka na, down na-down na ‘yung pakiramdam, wala nang meaning ang existence, wala nang meaning ang buhay, do’n ka natututo,” he said.

Following this, Vice Mayor Ferdinand “Ferdie” V. Estrella encouraged graduates in his speech to pursue higher education, while Baliwag City Administrator Enrique Tagle conveyed the message of Mayor Sonia V. Estrella to the graduates.

Guest speaker Dr. Janir Ty Datukan, Assistant Secretary for the Learning Systems Strand of the Department of Education – Central Office, highlighted in his speech that there is a more to life outside the classroom and that various situations will shape students’ behavior.

“Behavior is not only behavior, it’s also a part of life. In fact, every behavior is a big experience. It’s an opportunity to become better,” he noted.

One of the recipients of the With Highest Honors Award from the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) strand, Nicole Ivy Martin, underscored the love and sacrifices of her parents while also expressing gratitude to her teachers for helping her along the way.

Martin also acknowledged the efforts and dedication of her parents and described her mother as a cancer warrior, “Pinili mong lumaban at mamuhay, hindi lang dahil sa ayaw mong mamatay kundi alam mong kailangan mo pa akong bigyan ng kulay.”

The ceremony featured 433 awardees across all strands, consisting of 222 graduates with Honors, 163 with High Honors, and 48 with Highest Honors.

Report by Clarisse Dela Cruz
Photos by Niel Neithan Hernandez

01/05/2026

𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬 | 𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗔𝗬

Workers have long been the backbone of society—driving progress, strengthening communities, and shaping the future through their dedication, resilience, and hard work across every field.

As we mark the country’s 124th Labor Day, we are reminded of their invaluable contributions and called to uphold fairness, equality, and respect in every workplace.

Today, we honor every worker. May we continue to recognize their worth, uplift their voices, and work together toward a society where labor is valued, protected, and treated with dignity.

Layout by Jann Gabriel Bernardo

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