02/09/2026
Leading the Next Chapter: Buyo IS Welcomes a New Generation of Student Leaders
Student leadership took a new step forward as newly elected student leaders, homeroom officers, and recognized school organizations were formally inducted during an Induction Ceremony held on Sept. 1, 2026, at the Buyo Integrated School (Buyo IS) grounds.
The ceremony, which began at 5:00 p.m., carried the theme “Student Leadership: A Journey of Empowerment, Service and Integrity,” bringing together students, teachers, school officials, and local youth leaders for an evening centered on responsibility, service, and leadership.
The program opened with the entrance of colors, followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem and the doxology. Lizlyn B. Manoguid, SSLG Vice President, delivered the welcome remarks, formally opening the ceremony.
The newly elected elementary and secondary homeroom officers, along with members of recognized clubs and school organizations, were formally inducted as they accepted their respective duties and responsibilities. The SELG and SSLG officers were also inducted as part of the ceremony.
The oath-taking was administered by Efren O. Matienzo Jr., School Principal II and LG COMEA Chief Commissioner, formally recognizing the students’ commitment to fulfill their responsibilities as leaders of the school community.
The ceremony also featured messages from youth leaders Hon. Michael T. Marquez, SK Chairman of Dugui Too, and Hon. Guiller S. Vargas, SK Chairman of Tubon, who shared words of encouragement with the newly inducted officers.
Among the speakers was Hon. Lyle Benson R. Cabrera, President of the Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal Federation of Virac, who shared reflections from his personal journey in leadership.
Cabrera spoke about his experiences growing up as part of the “Boys at the Back,” reflecting on his beginnings before eventually taking on a leadership role in the SK Municipal Federation. His story presented leadership as a journey shaped by experiences, opportunities, and the willingness to serve.
His journey served as an inspiration to the newly inducted student leaders, reminding them that leadership does not necessarily begin with recognition or influence. Instead, it can develop through ordinary experiences that eventually shape a person’s character and sense of responsibility.
Cabrera emphasized that leadership is not simply about receiving a position, wearing a title, or being recognized as an officer. Rather, it involves continuous learning, accepting responsibility, and using one’s position to serve others.
His message encouraged the student leaders to look beyond their titles and recognize the responsibility that comes with representing their fellow students. Their positions provide them with opportunities to listen to their peers, participate in school activities, and contribute to the improvement of their school community.
Following the induction, Eric Chad Z. Talu, SELG President, and Ricky Anne Q. Padilla, SSLG President, delivered their respective messages of acceptance, expressing their commitment to fulfill their responsibilities and serve the students they represent.
As a gesture of appreciation, plaques were presented to Hon. Cabrera, Hon. Marquez, and Hon. Vargas for their participation in the ceremony and their support for student leadership.
The formal program concluded with the closing remarks of Matienzo, before transitioning to the second part of the event, “Dance, Dine, & Dance: Search for Mr. & Ms. Learner Government 2026.”
Beyond the oath-taking and recognition of officers, the ceremony marked the beginning of a new term of student leadership at Buyo IS. The newly inducted officers now take on the responsibility of representing their fellow students and contributing to the school through service, integrity, commitment, and continuous learning.
Story by: Mary Jamica M. Padilla
Photo by: Rose Anne A. Dacuba and Mary Jamaica M. Padilla
