03/09/2026
| DSSC-College of Teacher Education recognizes March 2026 LET passers, including two national topnotchers
“Celebrate the person you have become, be grateful for those who walked with you along the way, and always honor the person you once were; the one who dreamed, struggled, and persevered to make this moment possible,” keynote speaker Prof. Mary Lisley Layson told the newest Licensed Professional Teachers (LPTs) of Davao del Sur State College (DSSC) during the LET Recognition 2026 on September 3, 2026, at the DSSC Gymnasium.
The ceremony gathered the newly licensed teachers, parents, faculty members, college officials, and guests to celebrate the graduates’ achievement and mark their transition from aspiring educators to professional teachers. CTEd students also witnessed the celebration, giving them a glimpse of the milestone that awaits them as future educators.
Dr. Siverlyn M. Camposano, Vice President for Academic Affairs, welcomed the attendees and congratulated the new LPTs as they prepared to begin the next chapter of their careers in education.
The celebration continued with performances from Teatro DavSuranon and an intermission number by Tearl John Obiso and Gemary Amante. Novie James Ligue, MST, of the College of Teacher Education then introduced Layson, who delivered the keynote address.
Drawing from the significance of the milestone, Layson encouraged the new teachers to celebrate their present accomplishments while remaining grateful to the people who supported their journey and mindful of the struggles that shaped them.
Dr. Augie E. Fuentes, DSSC President, also graced the celebration and delivered a message to the newly licensed teachers and the CTEd community. She congratulated the passers on their achievement and expressed her appreciation to the institution’s teaching force for their dedication and commitment to preparing future educators. She also extended her gratitude to Dr. Cindy B. Rosil, Dean of the College of Teacher Education, for her leadership and contribution to the college’s accomplishments.
The recognition ceremony then highlighted two of DSSC’s outstanding performers in the 2026 LET. Dave Michael P. Guardaquibel, LPT, ranked Top 5, while Mary Rose M. Demecillo, LPT, ranked Top 8 in the examination.
Guardaquibel and Demecillo delivered special messages to their fellow passers, sharing the significance of their achievement and inspiring their peers as they embark on their careers as professional educators.
DSSC further honored the two topnotchers by awarding them cash incentives for their outstanding performance. Guardaquibel received ₱100,000.00, while Demecillo received ₱60,000.00.
The cash awards underscored the institution’s commitment to recognizing excellence and celebrating the achievements of its graduates, particularly those who bring distinction to the College of Teacher Education and the institution.
In her closing remarks, Dr. Cindy B. Rosil encouraged the CTEd students who witnessed the ceremony to strive for excellence and work hard toward achieving the same milestone. She urged them to look at the recognized LPTs not only as achievers but also as inspiration for what they, too, can accomplish in the future.
Rosil’s message gave the celebration a forward-looking purpose, reminding the student audience that the recognition ceremony represented not only the success of the current batch but also a goal within reach for future CTEd graduates.
LET Recognition 2026 ultimately celebrated more than examination success. It honored the journey behind every passing mark: the dreams that inspired the graduates, the challenges they overcame, and the people who supported them along the way.
As they move forward as Licensed Professional Teachers, DSSC’s newest educators carry with them not only the distinction of having passed the licensure examination but also the responsibility to teach, inspire, and shape the generations that follow.
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