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The Driftwood, Purok 6 Poblacion, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Valencia (2025)

18/09/2025

𝗦𝗮 𝗚𝗶𝘁𝗻𝗮 𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗼𝗸: 𝗔𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴 𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗴-𝗮𝘀𝗮 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗮𝘀-𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗱 𝗻𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝘁𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻

“𝘼𝙣𝙜 𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩 𝙗𝙖𝙜𝙮𝙤 𝙖𝙮 𝙢𝙖𝙮 𝙙𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙣𝙤𝙨, 𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩 𝙨𝙖 𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙤 𝙣𝙜 𝙡𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙩, 𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙞’𝙩 𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙮 𝙗𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙜𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙞 𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙜-𝙖𝙨𝙖.”

Sa bawat yugto ng ating buhay, may mga panahong sinusubok tayo ng matitinding unos—mga sitwasyong tila walang kasiguraduhan at puno ng pangamba. Ngunit sa kabila ng dilim na hatid ng kahirapan at suliranin, patuloy na kumikislap ang liwanag ng pag-asa. At ang ilaw na ito ay nagmumula hindi lamang sa isa, kundi sa sama-samang tibok ng pusong bukas sa pagbibigay at pagtutulungan.

Ganito inilarawan ng isang residente ng P-6 Poblacion sa Valencia City ang kanilang karanasan matapos ang matinding pagbaha na sumubok sa kanilang tibay at pag-asa. Maraming pamilya ang nawalan ng mga gamit, napinsala ang kabuhayan, at ang ilan ay kinailangang lumikas upang mailigtas ang kanilang sarili. Ngunit sa kabila ng dilim na hatid ng sakuna, sumiklab ang liwanag ng pagkakaisa—at kasama rito ang Philippine College Foundation (PCF).

Hindi nag-atubili ang PCF na umalalay sa mga naapektuhan ng baha, partikular na ang mga kapwa PCFians at mga residente ng P-6 Poblacion, Valencia City. Sa pamamagitan ng relief operations, muling naipadama ng paaralan ang diwa ng malasakit. Mga damit, supot ng bigas, de-lata, noodles, at tubig ang inihatid—mga simpleng bagay, ngunit naging simbolo ng malaking pag-asa para sa mga pamilyang lubos na naapektuhan.
“Salamat sa PCF. Hindi lang pagkain ang ibinigay ninyo, kundi lakas ng loob na kaya pa naming bumangon,” sambit ng isang inang nakatira sa tabing-ilog.

Sa bawat kamay na nag-abot ng tulong, sa bawat ngiting hatid ng pag-asa, muling nabuhay ang diwa ng Bayanihan. Hindi alintana ang pagod ng mga volunteers, dahil batid nilang ang bawat kahon at supot na kanilang ipinapasa ay katumbas ng isang pamilyang muling magkakaroon ng pagkain sa hapag.

Ayon kay Yrl Kervin Satore, isang estudyante ng PCF na tumulong sa pamamahag, “Sobrang nakakaantig ng puso. Ang simpleng pag-angat ng kahon o pag-abot ng relief pack, ramdam mong may nabibigyang pag-asa. Hindi ito para sa akin, kundi para sa aming komunidad.”

Ang pagiging bukas-palad ay higit pa sa pagbibigay ng materyal na bagay. Ito ay sumasalamin sa malasakit at pagmamahal na likas sa bawat Pilipino. Sa tuwing may nag-aabot ng tulong, kaunting pagkain, o kahit simpleng oras at pakikinig, lumilikha ito ng alon ng pag-asa na umaabot sa mas marami. Isang paalala na sa gitna ng kahirapan, hindi tayo kailanman nag-iisa.

Ang PCF ay kilala bilang “The School that Trains for Service.” Sa pagkakataong ito, higit pa sa pagsasanay at aralin sa loob ng silid-aralan ang naipadama nito. Pinatunayan ng institusyon na ang tunay na diwa ng edukasyon ay hindi lamang nakikita sa mga libro o pagsusulit, kundi sa buhay na isinasabuhay—ang paglilingkod sa kapwa, ang malasakit, at ang pagkakaisa.

Sa kabila ng bigat ng dagok na dala ng baha, isang mahalagang aral ang natutunan: ang pag-asa ay mas nagiging maliwanag kung ito ay pinapanday nang magkakasama. Ang kolektibong pagkilos at bukas-palad na pagbibigay ang naging tulay upang maramdaman ng bawat isa na hindi sila nag-iisa sa laban.

Sa pagtatapos ng relief operations, hindi lamang mga supot ng pagkain at tubig ang naiwan, kundi ang damdamin ng pagkakaisa at malasakit. At ito ang pinakamahalagang biyaya—ang paalala na sa bawat sakuna, mas nagiging matatag ang komunidad kapag sama-samang kumikilos.

Sa Philippine College Foundation, buhay na buhay ang diwa ng Bayanihan. At sa puso ng bawat PCFian, malinaw ang mensahe: sa panahon ng krisis, nagiging mas maliwanag ang pag-asa kapag nagkakaisa ang mga puso para sa iisang layunin.

Kaya’t sa tuwing haharap tayo sa panibagong pagsubok, nawa’y lagi nating alalahanin: ang pag-asa ay mas nagiging maliwanag kung sama-sama itong pinapanday. Sa pagkakaisa ng mga pusong handang magbigay, natitiyak na ang bukas ay may dalang liwanag at pag-asa para sa lahat.

✍️: Marven Sayson
💻: John Rey Coritana

18/09/2025

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

The Philippine College Foundation Supreme Student Council, as the representation of the student body, extends its heartfelt sympathies to our fellow PCFians affected by the massive flooding caused by heavy rains.

We earnestly call for a strengthened government response to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected communities. Nothing is more important than safeguarding the lives of our people. Together, let us face these challenges and rise stronger as one resilient community.

To extend help, the PCF-SSC will place a donation box at the school main gate to accept donations through its flagship project, Project PAGBANGON.

18/09/2025

Valencia City, Bukidnon – A devastating flood struck the vicinity of Philippine College Foundation (PCF) late evening on September 17, 2025, prompting immediate action. PCF has opened the Atty. Amable Pagonzaga Gymnasium as an evacuation center for affected students and community members.

Local authorities, including the Valencia City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), are conducting rescue operations in the hardest-hit areas. Reports indicate widespread damage to homes and infrastructure, particularly in low-lying areas near PCF, with many residents displaced.

CALL FOR DONATIONS:

The impact of this flood is severe, and many have lost everything. We urgently appeal to the generosity of our community for assistance. Essential supplies such as food, water, blankets, clothing, and hygiene kits are needed to support those affected.

Please extend your help to provide comfort and necessities during this challenging time.

16/09/2025

On behalf of the Philippine College Foundation, we express our deepest gratitude to those who contributed to the success of the recent medical mission, which was held at the PCF gymnasium last Sunday, September 14, 2025.

The activity aimed to foster health and wellness through the provision of free medical check-ups, tooth extraction, circumcision, free PhilHealth consultation and registration, and dispensing of medicines and vitamins.

Moreover, the event would not possibly have been done without the generosity of our esteemed medical doctors—Dr. Castilla, Dr. Quisil, Dr. Napigkit, Dr. Dionisio, Dr. Cablinda, Dr. Novabos, Dr. Rosero, and Dr. Rondina. Also to PCF's school president Dr. Charmaine P. Pagonzaga, RMT, school nurse, Vanessa S. Sison, RN; Christy O. Valendez, LPT and Multifaith Coordinator; event organizers; volunteers; faculty; and staff.

Through such efforts, the event emphasized preventive care and early detection of health issues. The school demonstrates commitment to improving the school's community.

✍️: Shaira Estalane
📷: Jason Morales

16/09/2025

𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁!

The Philippine College Foundation achieved a 60% passing rate for first-time takers in the Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE). The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the results on September 13, 2025.

We, The Driftwood, extend our warmest congratulations to our newly licensed criminologists of PCF! To every sleepless night, every tear, and every prayer, this one’s for you. Here's to chasing purpose and making a difference!

Mabuhay po kayo! 💚

11/09/2025

𝗪𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗠𝗲 𝗨𝗽 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘀

We know you also sing that famous phrase from Green Day's song. Today, as September marks Su***de Prevention Month, this could resonate as a small voice whispering, "Wake me up when September ends"—when all this suffering ends before it ends me—for someone who's battling emotionally silently right now.

We often hear someone say, "You should have told me; I'm all ears." Then, they actually did, but were brushed off. They tried but got kicked back into the deep shadows where silence dwells. May this phrase remind you that instead of cowering away, turn around and meet it eye-to-eye because it won't linger forever anyway, and who knows, it might unfurl into something beautiful. The line marks may still linger, but it was worth the fight you bravely survived.

Therefore, let's break the stigma and never ignore those people who have been quiet lately, who are always there for everyone else, who figure it all out, and who never reach out. Check on your loved ones. Tap them gently because they might need it the most. Always choose kindness wherever you are and normalize talking about mental health because everyone has something they can't speak about. Do not be one of the reasons to let someone lose their drive to pursue things they love the most.

For those feeling a little heavy right now, those who juggle financial hardship, work, studies, personal life, and emotional distress—we care for you. We love to hear from you. Reach out and seek help from your trusted people. Show up for yourself. Do not also forget to tap and comfort yourself if you think that no one's there for you, because sometimes you need to get up and stand for yourself. Cast all your troubles to Him, for He always listens. Move forward and build your own pace, and slowly start piecing together the life that you want. Outgrow those things, people, and places that keep hunting you until you feel warmth and heartfelt contentment.

Remember to move with sincerity, passion, grit, and pure intention, and you will always win. Be proud of your scars, for without them, your story is not worth sharing.

✍️: Shaira Mae Estalane

***dePreventionMonth

07/09/2025

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘀: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗻!

This is to inform the aspiring campus journalists who have successfully passed the recently School Publication Qualifying Examination.

From print, creative, to broadcast media, these students showcased an exceptional knowledge and expertise and have proven their readiness to lead the next generation of campus journalism.

Now, they're ready to impress, inspire and one of the catalysts of change.

See you and good luck new campus journos!💚✒️

05/09/2025

Matagumpay na ipinagdiwang ng Philippine College Foundation (PCF) ang taunang Buwan ng Wika sa temang "Paglinang sa Filipino at Katutubong Wika: Makasaysayan sa Pagkakaisa ng Bansa" makaraang ika-29 ng Agosto 2025 sa Atty. Amable S. Pagonzaga Gymnasium.

Binibigyang-diin dito ang mahalagang papel ng wika sa paghubog ng identidad ng bawat Filipino. Layon nitong gunitain ang ating kasaysayan, pagsulong ng kulturang Filipino at pagkakaisa.

Tampok sa pagdiriwang ang iba't ibang patimpalak tulad ng Lakan at Lakambini ng Wika 2025 na nasungkit ng Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED), Katutubong Sayaw na napalunan ng Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM), Bahay-kubo na nakamit ng Bachelor of Science in Criminology, Balagtasan na napagtagumpayan ng Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM), Tagisan ng Talino, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay at Poster Making.

✍️: Shaira Mae Estalane
📷: Domi Villanueva
Rey Jan Jorquia
Milyn Gee S. Cadigal
Ruthche Navarro

05/09/2025

𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋| 𝗔𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗽 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗽𝗮𝗴𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗹 𝗸𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀!

“𝙆𝙖𝙮𝙤 𝙥𝙤 𝙣𝙖 𝙣𝙖𝙠𝙖 𝙪𝙥𝙤 𝙎𝙪𝙗𝙪𝙠𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙮𝙤 𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙮𝙤 𝘼𝙩 𝙗𝙖𝙠𝙖 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙬 𝙖𝙩 𝙗𝙖𝙠𝙖 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙬 𝙣𝙖 𝙣𝙮𝙤 𝘼𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙮 𝙣𝙖 𝙠𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 𝙠𝙤”

Para kanino kaba talaga bumabangon? Sa Pamilya mo? O para sa mga korap na nagpapatakbo sa bansa nato.

While Filipinos work tirelessly, earning every peso and dutifully paying taxes, the children of politicians live lives of obscene luxury without ever lifting a finger. "The Politician's Heiress" flaunts a newly acquired limited-edition Dior bag. They fly first class to Paris, indulging in baguettes and pains au chocolat. Their life is a never-ending fashion week, a constant parade of extravagance.

On the other hand, ordinary citizens struggle to make ends meet for their basic needs yet they still pay tax in hopes that they will have a better system. But what do we get in return?

During typhoons and other calamities, provinces and cities are ravaged by floods, devastating the lives of taxpaying citizens. Numerous flood control projects have been proposed and funded, yet the problem persists. In fact, according to data gathered by GMA News, billions of pesos – approximately 980.25 billion from 2023 to 2025 – have been allocated to these projects. Where did all that money go?

While provinces are submerged in flood, the father of The Politician’s Heiress had ordered to close the gates of the province to prevent her guests from being stuck in traffic on the way to her lavish birthday party.

Minimum wage earners buy necessities and pay VAT without escape. Workers spend eight hours or more a day chained to their computers. Farmers spill their blood and sweat for every grain of rice.

Yet, the children of corrupt politicians flaunt their extravagant lifestyles, owning bags that could cover a lifetime's worth of expenses for an ordinary family, and embarking on escapades that cost more than a year's tuition.

Their social media posts scream wealth and power, but behind those carefully curated images lies a question that every single taxpayer in this country must ask: Whose money is funding their lavish lifestyle?

The salaries of their politician parents alone cannot possibly afford a fleet of sports cars and a life of endless luxury. Is this where our tax money is going? To the children and families of corrupt politicians?

How is it that the families of these politicians can travel abroad, buy expensive clothes, use private jets, and spend exorbitant amounts of money on luxury, while the cities they lead lack basic projects and essential services for the people?

How can the children of these corrupt politicians live their lives without guilt, knowing that the money they are using is sustained by the hard work and sacrifices of ordinary taxpayers?

Politics is meant to serve the people and the country with integrity and transparency. Instead, it has become a business for families seeking wealth and power, a means to enrich themselves at the expense of the nation.

As long as corruption and greed thrive in politics, campaign promises will remain unfulfilled, and we, the taxpayers, will continue to fund their lavish lifestyles while we struggle to survive.

Just came to a harsh realization. They were not born rich. We, the hardworking Filipinos, are the ones who made them wealthy. Their families have been taking what belongs to the country and its people, corrupting funds that should have been used to help communities and support the nation.

But the question is, how long will we allow our taxes to fund their luxury while we drown in poverty?

✍️: Ruthche Navarro
🎨: Jason Morales

03/09/2025

𝐏𝐂𝐅 𝟒𝐓𝐇 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐔𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

On August 14, 2025 the Philippine College Foundation celebrated its 4th Bantugan Awards at Hotel De Susana honoring the pillars of PCF for their outstanding accomplishments and significant contributions to the institution.

The Vice Mayor of Valencia City— Greizl ‘Cecil' Galario-Fernandenz as a guest of honor also gave her inspirational message to the PCF Faculty, Staff and its Administrators. She highlights that PCF's ongoing commitment to prioritizing the welfare of the people and not only provides quality education but also nurtures the future of the city.

The event emphasized that this celebration is a reflection of shared commitment to excellence, culture, and community that mold every individual to be competent.

Indeed, Atty. Amable S. Pagonzaga Bantugan Awards gave awards with different categories.

Outstanding Instructor : Palmes, Lanie O.
Outstanding Assistant Professor: Molina, Jovy Kates
Outstanding Associate Professor: Ravidas, Nymia
Outstanding Professor: Uy, Ricardo F. Jr.
Outstanding Teacher: Millalos, Jorena
Outstanding Administrative Aide: Jern Palmada
Outstanding Administrative Staff: Sayson, Marven
Outstanding Administrative Assistant: Christine Bajan

Bantugan Awards also recognizes its Service Excellence Awards, Loyalty Awards and Special Awards to its deserving members.

Congratulations and Abante PCF! 💚

✍️: Ruthche Navarro
Shaira Estalane
📷: Rey Jan Jorquia
: Domi Villanueva

01/09/2025

Today, September 1, 2025, is the province's 111th founding anniversary. This yearly event promotes unity and improves community relationships among the people of Bukidnon. It acts as a reminder of our common identity and heritage, promoting social connections among various communities in the province.

Araw ng Bukidnon is a celebration of identity, promotion of shared values, and a dedication to conserving the province's rich cultural and natural heritage.

01/09/2025

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍| 𝗕𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲, 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿, 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺

Being an officer isn't just a title; it's a responsibility etched in every action and word. We, as officers, are the visible faces of leadership within our school. Our behavior profoundly impacts the students we serve.

"Your Vote, Your Voice" – a powerful promise we often hear. But what happens when we forget the responsibility that comes with it? Does that voice fade away? It does if we let it.

Mindfulness is a key in every decision, interaction that echoes through the halls and into the minds of our student body. Are we upholding the values we preach? Are we demonstrating the respect, integrity, and dedication we expect from others?

More than just authority figures, we must be a role models. Our words must align with our actions. We cannot preach responsibility while shirking our own duties. We cannot demand respect if we don't offer it in return.

Leading by example isn't always easy. It requires constant self-reflection and a commitment to personal growth. But it's the most impactful way to inspire and guide our fellow students. Let's strive to be the leaders our school deserves – leaders who not only speak of excellence but embody it.

✍️: Ruthche Navarro
💻: John Rey Coritana

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