11/10/2025
Teacher’s Month 2025: Celebrating the Builders of the Future
Students at gathered on October 7, 2025, to celebrate National Teachers’ Month for this academic year—a time when teachers are recognized for their dedication and efforts in shaping the future of learners over months of teaching and guidance.
By nine o’clock in the morning, students of all strands assembled in the school gymnasium for the two-hour program organized by the Supreme Student Council (SSC). It started at 9:30 a.m., hosted by SSC Treasurer Jade Habijan and Arts and Design Strand Representative Aleli Bautista, who posed as subject teachers in Research in Daily Life and Komunikasyon.
After awakening the crowd through an attendance check by section, SSC President Luis Pagkalinawan, with SSC Vice President Alexandra Taburna, welcomed all teaching and non-teaching staff—beginning with the Grade 11 teachers, followed by the Grade 12 teachers, non-teaching personnel, and the Director’s Council. Once everyone was settled, the program began with an opening prayer led by Herlin Vinluan from the Red Cross Youth Club.
Luis then delivered his opening remarks, expressing heartfelt appreciation for all teachers and non-teaching staff. He reminded students that it was a day to “celebrate those who shaped us,” saying, “teachers teach far more than just lessons; they teach us how to live,” recognizing their care, guidance, and discipline as contributors to the future of learners today.
After touching the hearts of both teachers and students, Jade and Aleli boosted the energy with Tumpak Tatlo, a four-pics-one-word-style quiz featuring teachers from different departments, including PPAD, CARD, HARED, STEM, and the school administration. The game sparked excitement and allowed the hosts to connect with the students. Among those correctly guessed were Mr. Bryant Dominic Austria from PPAD, Mrs. Ana Rosales from CARD, Mr. Roman Pasardoza from STEM, and Rev. Fr. Edgardo Barrameda from PCS.
Fr. Edgar then shared words of wisdom, describing teachers as co-journeyers of students and among the most influential people in one’s life. He called them builders of the future, shapers of the world, and people who mold humanity and civilizations.
Following his inspiring message, the Indayog Club presented a ballroom intermission showcasing elegance and precision in every movement. Later, the hosts introduced another game, Everybody PCSings, where five teachers and five students competed to guess missing lyrics of songs. Teachers guessed “Huwag Kang Matakot” by Eraserheads while students took on “Salamat” by Yeng Constantino. The teachers won with 20 points out of 30, while the students earned 12. All participants were recognized and awarded ballpoint pens as prizes.
After the game, SSC officers performed a dance number with selected teachers who had a surprise segment of their own. The highlight of the morning followed—the recognition of teaching and non-teaching staff through student-voted titles such as Digital Dynamo, Supportive Sport, Fun-Filled, Serene Presence, All-Rounder, High Energy, Witty Wonder, Early Bird, and Most Approachable.
Among the teaching staff, Digital Dynamo Awardees were Mr. Islander Madia, Mr. Marlon Vidallon, and Mrs. Maridol Galvez; Supportive Sport Awardees were Mrs. Roselie Yago and Mr. Brylle Cruz; Fun-Filled Awardee was Ms. Kimberly Vargas; Serene Presence Awardees were Mrs. Ana Rosales and Ms. Jeska Lampa; All-Rounder Awardees were Mr. Mark Joseph Zapanta, Mr. Bryant Dominic Austria, and Mr. Roman Pasardoza; High Energy Awardees were Mr. Isaiah Ebrada and Mr. Aries Miranda; Witty Wonder Awardees were Mrs. Carla Padilla and Mr. Marius Acedo; Early Bird Awardees were Mrs. Myra Ison and Mr. Leo Cerbolles; Most Approachable Awardees were Ms. Alyssandra Dacara, Ms. Erica Reyes, and Ms. Alyssa Soriano; and Mr. Ervin Sarmiento received the Ledger Leader Award.
Among the non-teaching staff, Mrs. Karen Cruz received the Heart of Guidance Award, Nurse Socqui Villarico was honored as Supportive Sport, Mrs. Kaye Dingal as Serene Presence, and Mr. Junyx Solite as All-Rounder. Nurse Mariflor Almeda received the Early Bird Award, Mrs. Mylene Del Valle the Most Approachable Award, Mr. Alvin Altarejos was named Mr. Regal of the Year, and Rev. Fr. Edgardo Barrameda received the title Mr. Beacon of Light.
Towards the end of the program, Jade and Aleli announced a surprise gift-giving segment from selected students to all teachers. The sentimental moment touched both the audience and the recipients. This was followed by a musical performance from the YOK Band, who performed “Yellow” by Coldplay, “Akap” by Imago, and “Ligaya” by Eraserheads, inviting the crowd to sing along for a lighthearted end to the celebration.
To conclude, Mr. Alvin Altarejos shared words of wisdom and gratitude, recalling his childhood mathematics teacher who became a beacon of light in his life. Students then watched a same-day edit video prepared by the SSC, showing the program’s preparation and highlights, before Danniel Custodio led the closing prayer.
National Teachers’ Month serves as a reminder of the care and effort teachers across the nation provide—care that goes beyond academics and deadlines. As Fr. Edgar said, teachers are among the most influential people in a student’s life, shaping and nurturing the future while facing their own challenges. Behind every smile, every moment of discipline, and every bond made, is a teacher who stands strong for a student’s destiny—because, as Joyce Meyer once said, “Teachers can change lives with just the right mix of chalk and challenges.”
Written by: Seanne Alo
Photos by: Audy Benito and Alexa Austria
