Balongkot Integrated School

ARAL Summer Program enters its third week as dedicated teacher-volunteers continue to guide and support learners through meaningful and engaging tutorial sessions.

With the commitment of our ARAL tutors, learning continues beyond the classroom this summer. 💛

Continuing the Commitment to Learning 📚✨

ARAL tutors of Balongkot Integrated School continue to dedicate their time and effort in providing learning support and guidance to learners, strengthening the school’s commitment to quality and inclusive education. 🤍

Strengthening Quality Education Through Monitoring and Technical Assistance

Balongkot Integrated School warmly welcomed Ms. Vanessa Mae Martinez, District In-Charge, during her supervisory visitation on May 12, 2026.

The activity focused on school monitoring, ARAL Program implementation, and the provision of technical assistance to further strengthen learning delivery and school programs.

Thank you, Ma’am Vanessa Mae Martinez, for your guidance, support, and commitment to quality education and learner development. 🤍

Congratulations to Dr. Chibert L. Jala, for the successful publication of his research study in an international journal. 🎉

Your dedication to research and educational leadership continues to inspire the entire Balongkot Integrated School community. ✨

The BIS Family is truly proud of your outstanding academic achievement and valuable contribution to educational leadership and public school administration. 💙

For further reading, visit: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0501884

"The strong correlation between leadership competencies and performance outcomes among public school administrators in this study is analytically compelling, but its deeper significance lies in what it demands of educational systems that continue to treat leadership development as peripheral rather than strategic. That very high competency levels were recorded across all five domains, from Strategic Leadership to Building Connections, affirms that effective school heads are not incidental products of experience but cultivated professionals whose capabilities are directly tied to measurable institutional outcomes. This study confronts the Department of Education and school governance bodies with a pointed institutional imperative: investing in the deliberate, sustained development of school head competencies is not an administrative preference but a demonstrable driver of school effectiveness whose neglect carries a quantifiable cost."

Read the full text of the research study "The Emerging Dynamics of Leadership among Public School Administrators" by Chibert L. Jala, DM, PhD in Pantao (The peer reviewed International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences), Volume 5, 2026.

You can read the full text of the research here:
DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0501884
https://pantaointernationaljournal.com/2026/03/05/publication-884-the-emerging-dynamics-of-leadership-among-public-school-administrators/

PANTAO, an International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences, is a peer reviewed publication that serves as a scholarly platform dedicated to the exploration and dissemination of research in the disciplines of humanities and social sciences. Pantao serves as a catalyst for intellectual exchange and scholarly communication, offering a platform for rigorous inquiry, interdisciplinary dialogue, and critical reflection. As a peer reviewed publication, Pantao fosters the advancement of knowledge across various disciplines, encompassing fields such as literature, history, philosophy, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education and beyond.

LEARNING NEVER TAKES A BREAK📚

This summer, our dedicated teacher-volunteers continue to share knowledge and inspire young minds through the ARAL Program. ☀️

Learning Continues This Summer! | ARAL Program 2026

Last May 6, the dedicated teacher-volunteers serving as ARAL Tutors of Balongkot Integrated School conducted a house-to-house visitation to personally inform parents and encourage learners to join this year’s ARAL Summer Program. Through their effort and commitment, many learners officially started their summer learning journey. 🌞✏️

On the second day of the program, learning activities continued as the ARAL Tutors guided and assisted the students in their lessons. Worksheets were also provided as homework activities for Friday to help the learners continue practicing and learning at home. 📖📝

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our hardworking teachers and ARAL Tutors for their initiative and generosity in preparing snacks for the students. ❤️

Together, we continue to make learning meaningful, enjoyable, and accessible for every child. 💙💛

Join the ARAL Summer Program 2026!

📅 May 6 - June 2 | 8:00 AM
📍 Balongkot Integrated School, Cagayan de Oro City

🎉 Calling all students from Grades 2-12! Get ready for an exciting summer filled with learning and fun!

📚 Subjects Offered:

-Reading for Grades 2-11
-Math for Grades 2-4
-English and Math for Incoming Grade 12 (Senior High)

Plus, enjoy FREE snacks during the program!

Don't miss this chance to boost your skills and make the most of your summer. Join us and be part of the ARAL Summer Program! See you!

Blessings in Action: Balongkot Learners Benefit from Jesus Nazareno Parish Assistance Program

Grateful hearts from Balongkot Integrated School as five selected students were chosen as beneficiaries of the Jesus Nazareno Parish Educational and Rice Assistance Program held last Sunday, March 29, 2026. This meaningful initiative continues to be a great help to our learners, easing both educational and daily living needs.

The school extends its heartfelt gratitude to Rev. Fr. Janusz N. Burzawa, SCJ (Parish Priest), Rev. Fr. Christopher Alburo, SCJ, and Rev. Fr. Peter Chmielecki, SCJ, for their unwavering support and generosity. Appreciation is also given to all the benefactors whose kindness makes this program possible. Indeed, this assistance serves as a blessing and motivation for our students to continue striving in their studies.

Daghang salamat for being instruments of hope and support to the Balongkot community! ✨💚

HAPAG-ASA FEEDING PROGRAM CULMINATION DAY

Balongkot Integrated School successfully held the Culmination Day of the Hapag-Asa Integrated Feeding Program on March 26, 2026, marking the end of a meaningful initiative dedicated to improving the health and nutrition of its learners.

The school extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Hapag-Asa Feeding Program partners and benefactors, whose generosity made this initiative possible. Sincere thanks are also given to the supportive parents for their unwavering cooperation and active participation, as well as to the dedicated teachers and school personnel for their commitment in ensuring the program’s success.

This achievement stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and shared responsibility in nurturing healthier and stronger learners.

Balongkot Integrated School conducted its Recognition Ceremony in the afternoon of March 25, 2026, honoring learners who demonstrated outstanding performance in academics, leadership, and co-curricular activities for School Year 2025–2026.

A highlight of the program was the State of the School Address delivered by School Principal, Mr. Chibert L. Jala, where he presented key accomplishments and initiatives of the school. These included strengthened efforts in maintaining school cleanliness, the implementation of the ARAL Program, the success of the Hapag-Asa Feeding Program, and the milestone achievement of publishing the school paper of BISPRESS.

The ceremony celebrated not only excellence but also the collective efforts of the school community in fostering holistic development among learners, inspiring them to continue striving for greater success.

Congratulations to all awardees! Your hard work and dedication truly paid off—padayon sa pagpaningkamot! 🌟👏

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1S1sYXI1TF3kFUgfFy_Ci7FqHvEKuSSXC

Balongkot Integrated School successfully held its 62nd Commencement Exercises and 11th Moving-Up Ceremony on March 25, 2026, honoring the perseverance and achievements of the Class of 2026.

With the theme “Pilipinong Nagsipagtapos: Handang Mamuno nang May Kakayahan at Mabuting Pagkatao,” the ceremony highlighted not only academic excellence but also the values and leadership potential of the graduates.

Serving as Confirming Officer, Mr. Ryan P. Blanco, PDO II, formally affirmed the completion of the graduates, while Guest Speaker, Ms. Annae Mae O. Bakaling, delivered an inspiring message encouraging learners to pursue their dreams with determination and integrity.

Parents, teachers, and guests witnessed a momentous milestone as learners proudly celebrated the culmination of their hard work and dedication.

Congratulations, Graduates and Completers of Batch 2026! Padayon sa inyong mga pangandoy! 🎓✨

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1S1sYXI1TF3kFUgfFy_Ci7FqHvEKuSSXC