DSSC - Guidance and Testing Center

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦, 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗢 𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗦𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘!

The 𝐃𝐒𝐒𝐂- 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 (GTC) proudly joins the entire DSSC community in celebrating the successful passing of the 𝐈𝐒𝐎 𝟗𝟎𝟎𝟏:𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟓 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 —a remarkable milestone that reflects the institution’s unwavering commitment to quality, excellence, and continuous improvement.

This achievement is a testament to the collective efforts, dedication, and hard work of every member of the College. The GTC is honored to have contributed to this success under the leadership of our GTC Head, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 S. 𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐑𝐆𝐂 with the guidance and support of our 𝐒𝐀𝐒 - 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐒.𝐀𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐨, 𝐑𝐆𝐂, 𝐏𝐡𝐃.

We also extend our appreciation to 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚, 𝐑𝐏𝐦, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟.𝐒𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬,𝐑𝐩𝐦, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐉𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐎.𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠, 𝐑𝐆𝐂, 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐱𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐋𝐏𝐓, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐝, whose commitment and diligence played a vital role in this accomplishment.

Special recognition is likewise given to the GTC staff 𝐌𝐫. 𝐑𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧, 𝐋𝐏𝐓 and 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐨, 𝐑𝐏𝐦 for their valuable contribution and unwavering support throughout the recertification process.

May this achievement continue to inspire the entire DSSC community to uphold the highest standards of quality, integrity, and service as we move forward toward greater excellence.

𝗠𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗦𝗦𝗖! 🎉👏

In light of the recent earthquake, 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑻𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒙𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒔 𝒊𝒕𝒔 𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑫𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒐 𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝑺𝒖𝒓 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔. Feelings of fear, anxiety, unease, or distress are natural responses during times of unexpected events. Just as we attend to our physical safety, we must also give attention to our emotional and psychological well-being.

The Guidance and Testing Center remains committed to fostering a compassionate and supportive community through its 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀. We provide a safe, confidential, and welcoming space for those who may need someone to listen, offer guidance, or provide emotional support during this time.

We warmly encourage all students and personnel who may be experiencing emotional distress or simply wish to talk to reach out to us.

Together, we can navigate uncertainty with resilience, understanding, and hope.

𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 🚨

Remember:
✅ Stay calm and think clearly.
✅ DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON during an earthquake.
✅ Be prepared for possible aftershocks.
✅ Follow official advisories and updates.
✅ Save important emergency hotline numbers for quick access.

Your safety includes your mental well-being. It is normal to feel anxious, worried, or overwhelmed after a disaster. Reach out to your family, friends, or trusted individuals for support. The Guidance and Testing Center remains committed to promoting mental health and psychological well-being during these challenging times.

📞 Emergency Hotlines:
🚨 CDRRMO Digos
• 0946 695 7777
• 0953 352 5477

🔥 Fire Department Digos
• 0919 858 8656
• 0915 464 4935
• 553-1160

👮 Police Digos
• 0939 924 0779
• 553-1166

Stay safe. Stay prepared. Stay connected.

📢 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬!

All 1st year, 2nd year, and 3rd year students are hereby 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 as part of the updating of your Student Information Sheet (SIS) records.

Please be informed that completion of this form is part of the requirements for your clearance. Ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete, and submit your responses within the given timeframe.

Thank you for your cooperation!

✨ 𝗦𝗨𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗘𝗗 ✨

The 𝐃𝐒𝐒𝐂 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 successfully conducted the “𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒙𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒖𝒔 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔: 𝑴𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 & 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒔-𝒊𝒏-𝑵𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝑮𝑬: 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆 𝑮𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕” last 𝐌𝐚𝐲 15, 2026. 💚

This initiative became a meaningful space for learning, empathy, and empowerment among student leaders and students across campuses. Through the dedication of our speakers, facilitators, and participants, we were able to strengthen awareness on mental health, promote compassionate peer support, and guide students towards positive coping and transition preparedness.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the hardworking TALK Officers, partner employees, facilitators, and everyone who took part in making this event a success. Your efforts, teamwork, and outstanding deliverance truly made a difference in inspiring and supporting our student community. 🌱

May we continue to become instruments of understanding, kindness, and mental health support within the campus and beyond. 💚

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗗𝗦𝗦𝗖 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 & 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦

The 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, in collaboration with the 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 (𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞), proudly invites you to a meaningful and empowering webinar:

“Empowering Extension Campus Student Leaders: Mental Health Support Awareness for Persons-in-Need and CGE: College Guidance and Empowerment”

This initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of student leaders in becoming compassionate peer supporters who can recognize and respond appropriately to students experiencing stress, emotional struggles, and early signs of mental distress. As leaders, your presence, empathy, and understanding can become a source of hope and support for others. 💚

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📌 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 NN
👥 For Extension Campus Student Leaders, Invited Students, and Aspiring Student Leaders
💻 Via Google Meet

Resource Speaker:
Prof. Honey Rose S. Ting, RGC, LPT, MAGC
Guidance Counselor | TALK Adviser

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📌 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
👥 Open to All DSSC Students
💻 Via Zoom Meeting (Split Sessions)

🎓 First Year Students
📖 “New Normal in College”
🎤 Prof. Dixon John Roble, LPT, MaGC

🎓 Second Year Students
📖 “Shift or Stay”
🎤 Prof. Sheena Grace B. Enfesta, RPm, MPsych

🎓 Third & Fourth Year Student
📖 “Transition Preparedness”
🎤 Prof. Sveth Lana B. Flores, RPm

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💚 Together, let us build a campus community where empathy, support, and mental wellness truly matter.

The Guidance and Testing Center proudly congratulates our esteemed colleagues, 𝐉𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐎. 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠, 𝐋𝐏𝐓, 𝐑𝐆𝐂, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐱𝐨𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐉. 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐋𝐏𝐓, 𝐌𝐀𝐄𝐝-𝐆𝐂, 𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐀, for their outstanding achievement in earning the 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 during the Research Forum of the University of the Immaculate Conception – Graduate School, PhD in Counseling.👏🥰

Your dedication to research excellence and commitment to advancing the counseling profession bring great honor to our institution. We celebrate this well-deserved recognition with pride.👏🙌

🚨 GOODNESS GRACIOUS! 😱

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Today, we bid farewell—with hearts full of gratitude and pride.❤️

To our valued Cash-for-Work beneficiaries (Chaykey, Renelyn, Cherry, Rovegay, Heart Khynt, & Melvin), we extend our sincere appreciation for your dedication, hard work, and commitment throughout this journey. Your service has not only fulfilled a purpose but has also brought meaningful support, care, and renewed strength to the Guidance and Testing Center you diligently served.

We look forward with excitement to the opportunities that await each of you. May the experiences and lessons you have gained guide you toward even greater achievements.🥳🫶