28/08/2026
COLLEGE NEWS | ASU-CTE conducts PAGTUKOD Orientation
“Do not just complete your Field Study 1 and 2, as your final requirements, make your journey more meaningful and respectful to become a future teacher,” said Dr. Sergio F. Tolentino III, Dean of the College of Teacher Education (CTE), during the “PAGTUKOD: Orientation on Educ 21: FS 1 and 2, and Presentation of Revise CTE PST Manual” held today, August 28, 2026, at the Aklan State University Banga Conference Hall.
Gearing up for their future teaching journey, the sessions included orientations on Field Study 1 and 2, Moral Recovery and Holistic Wellness, and the presentation of the revised CTE Pre-Service Teacher (PST) Manual, aimed at preparing fourth-year PSTs for their upcoming teaching assistantship.
With the theme, “Strengthening the Foundations of Teacher Education: Preparing, Empowering, and Guiding the Next Generation of Aspiring Educators,” the activity gathered fourth-year PSTs along with the CTE Faculty, staff, school heads from partner schools, and invited speakers.
During the Field Study 1 session, Marivic N. De La Cruz, CTE Faculty, emphasized the importance of becoming a teacher who creates an inclusive and respectful learning environment.
“Be a teacher worthy of emulation, and worthy to be respected, because we are teachers not only as their parents, we need to build a conducive learning environment where everyone is accepted and valued, regardless of their gender, social orientation, and other circumstances,” said Marivic N. Dela Cruz.
On the other hand, Alexette Gwen V. Villaruel, CTE Faculty, discussed the expectations and responsibilities of PSTs during their Field Study 2 and teaching assistantship.
“No student should be left behind, you must participate during your teaching assistantship with your cooperating teacher and not only to observe,” said Villaruel.
Moreover, in the afternoon program, Dr. Jonah Eliza P. Tordecillas, Director for Curriculum and Instruction, presented the revised CTE PST manuals to the college’s stakeholders.
Article | Lloyd Mationg
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