14/09/2026
L.A.K.A.S (LEADERSHIP, and KNOWLEDGE ADVANCEMENT for STUDENT)
Mental Health Advocates: Strengthening Peer Leadership, Resilience, and School-Based Mental Health Support
The Division Training on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services (MHPSS) for Peer Facilitators Club Officers was successfully conducted on September 9โ11, 2026, at Phela Grande Hotel, General Santos City.
This training aimed to strengthen the knowledge, skills, resilience, and leadership of peer facilitators in providing appropriate mental health and psychosocial support to fellow learners and in promoting a safe, caring, and supportive school community.
Day1 : PFC members in counter the session 1-6 topic, enhancing the communication, self awareness, problem solving skills and decision making. Through this skills
Day 2: Simulation of PFA Skills
PFC members engaged in a simulation of Psychological First Aid (PFA) skills, allowing them to practice how to respond appropriately and compassionately when supporting individuals experiencing difficult situations.
Day 3: Arts, Song, and Play Therapy
The third day was a meaningful and creative experience as the Kalimudan Cultural Arts Group conducted Arts, Song, and Play Therapy. Through music, movement, creativity, and cultural expression, participants experienced how these activities can promote emotional well-being, connection, and resilience.
This training reminded us that supporting mental health starts with listening, understanding, and being there for one another. Together, we can build stronger peers, resilient learners, and more caring school communities.
Thank you to Ms. Frencess Lutiva, Ms. Chloe Tutor, and lastly Ms. Gia Tato for your excellent participation.
ANNEXIANS!! Allow us to introduce to you, your new PFA providers:
Ms. Frencess Jean E. Lutiva , Ms. Gia Veronica V. Tato, Ms. Chloe Tutor. And they will be guided on their PFA journey by our school guidance counselor and also a PFA provider Ma'am Vanessa D. Manato. Congratulations and may you do your best to make this new unlucked journey becomes successful and meaningful. Once again congratulations and may God blessess you.