DepEd Tayo - Youth Formation - SDO Lipa

In celebration of the National Children's Month and National Students' Day and as part of our continuous Anti-Drugs Campaign, the Schools Division of Lipa City through the School Governance and Operations Division - Youth Formation conducted the Youth Leadership and Teacher Adviser Training Program 2025 with the theme “LEAD with Puso, Galing, at Talino: Building Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makakalikasan, and Makabansa Leaders for Tomorrow" today at Senator Claro M. Recto Events Center. The event aims to equip and guide student leaders, advisers, and school clubs in implementing youth programs, projects, and activities, as well as in preparing the Division’s Work and Financial Plan and Calendar of Activities.

Participants in the activity include the officers of the Supreme Elementary Learner Government, Supreme Secondary Learner Government, Youth for Environment in Schools Organization, and Barkada Kontra Droga, together with their respective teacher advisers.

The event was made even more memorable with the presence of the following officials:

Schools Division Superintendent - Dr. Felizardo O. Bolaños, CESO V

Assistant Schools Division Superintendent - Dr. Ronald Ramilo, CESO VI

School Governance and Operations Division Chief - Dr. Minerva C. Caraos

Education Program Supervisor for School Governance and Operations Division - Dr. Roland Diaz

Senior Education Program Specialist for Monitoring and Evaluation - Ms. Elvie Montenegro Malaluan

Education Program Specialist II for Monitoring and Evaluation - Ms. Marissa Magtibay Manguiat

Senior Education Program Specialist for Human Resource Training and Development - Dr. Glenda Sambayan

Education Program Specialist II for Human Resource Training and Development - Adriel Clint Mendroz Villaster

Education Program Specialist II for Social Mobilization - Angelica Montenegro Sarmiento

Project Development Officer I – Youth Formation - Jem Irise Rea Pastrana

Discussions cover topics related to Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makakalikasan, Makabansa, and Leadership, all geared toward shaping responsible and value-driven young leaders.

SDO Lipa City Joins the Regionwide Celebration of the 33rd National Children’s Month 2025

The Schools Division Office of Lipa City, proudly joined the Regionwide Celebration of the 33rd National Children’s Month 2025 held today at General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School, General Mariano Alvarez, Cavite. The event brought together the schools division offices' SDSs, ASDSs, SGOD Chiefs, Permanent Division LRP Focals, LRP COS (AS II), and learners from SDO Cavite Province to strengthen the collective call to safeguard every child’s right to safety, care, and participation.

Representing the division were Dr. Felizardo O. Bolaños, CESO V, Schools Division Superintendent, and Ms. Jem Irise R. Pastrana, designated Division Learner Rights and Protection Focal Person.

Anchored on the theme “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bawat Batang Mag-aaral, Ipaglaban!”, the celebration highlighted DepEd’s continued commitment to uphold children’s welfare, amplify their voices, and foster a safe learning environment for all.

In her welcome message, Dr. Rosemarie D. Torres, CESO V, Schools Division Superintendent of Cavite Province, underscored the vital role of educators and communities in nurturing children’s potential. “Every child is a potential waiting to be nurtured. Learners must feel that they are valued, safe, and inspired to make themselves better,” she said. She further emphasized the spirit of collaboration, calling on all stakeholders to “join hands and make a difference in the lives of the children.”

Meanwhile, Assistant Secretary for Operations Georgina Ann H. Yang encouraged the field to adopt a wholistic approach to learner support, addressing key concerns such as mental health, anti-bullying, and child protection in both physical and online spaces. She reminded the audience that “with every right comes responsibility,” particularly in fostering positive online behavior and mutual respect among learners. “Enable every child to live the life that he or she wishes to have,” Asec. Yang emphasized, as she urged the DepEd community to stand as protectors and advocates of children’s welfare across all settings — in schools, communities, and homes.

The program also featured the awarding of plaques of recognition to 24 schools division offices, intermission numbers from talented learners, and the afternoon “Take It Down” (TID) School Caravan, co-hosted by DepEd Central Office and the Stairway Foundation.

The celebration served as a powerful reminder that the heart of education lies in protecting and uplifting the nation’s most precious treasures — its children. As echoed by all speakers, a nurturing environment built on compassion, collaboration, and hope ensures that every child can truly become a Child of Hope and a Voice of Tomorrow.

The Schools Division Office of Lipa City, through the School Governance and Operations Division-Youth Formation Unit, proudly joins the observance of National Children’s Month 2025 with the theme “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bawat Batang Mag-aaral, Ipaglaban!”

This celebration serves as a strong reminder of our shared responsibility to protect every child from harm, amplify their voices, and nurture them to become the Children of Hope and Voices of Tomorrow.

May we continue to stand as champions of children’s rights and advocates of safe, inclusive, and compassionate schools.

Each of us has a role to play in nurturing minds and healing hearts.

Let’s continue to show empathy, compassion, and care — especially to those silently struggling.

Remember:
🗣️ Talk to someone you trust
💤 Rest and eat well
🎨 Do what brings you joy

Together, let’s build a community that listens, understands, and uplifts.

Because mental health matters—for every learner, every teacher, and every heart. 💚

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Newly Elected Division Federated SELG and SSLG Officers for S.Y. 2025–2026 Take Their Oath of Office

The Schools Division of Lipa City under the School Governance and Operations Division – Youth Formation Unit, successfully conducted the Virtual Oath Taking Ceremony of the newly elected Division Federated Supreme Elementary Learner Government (DFSELG) and Division Federated Supreme Secondary Learner Government (DFSSLG) Officers for School Year 2025–2026 via Microsoft Teams today.

The program commenced with the Makabayan Song, an Opening Prayer, and the DepEd Quality Policy Statement. On behalf of SGOD Chief, Dr. Minerva C. Caraos and Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Ronaldo V. Ramilo, Dr. Roland D. Diaz, EPS-SGOD, formally opened the ceremony with his welcome and opening remarks.

In his Inspirational Message, Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Felizardo O. Bolaños, CESO V, emphasized the essence of leadership through the AIR principle – Action, Influence, and Responsibility. He further reminded the student-leaders of their vital tasks: to serve, to inspire, and to lead with integrity.

The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of the newly elected officers of both the DFSELG, led by Ms. Princess Ayesha A. Esguerra, and the DFSSLG, led by Ms. Aneequa Louisse Burgos. This was followed by the Oath of Office, solemnly administered by Dr. Bolaños himself. On behalf of the student leaders, Ms. Esguerra (DFSELG President) and Ms. Burgos (DFSSLG President) delivered their heartfelt Messages of Commitment, vowing to uphold their duties with dedication and honor.

The event concluded with a Photo Opportunity and the Closing Remarks of the program proponent, Jem Irise R. Pastrana, Project Development Officer I, who extended gratitude to all participants and partners in molding young leaders of the Division. With the ceremony’s success, the Schools Division of Lipa City once again reaffirms its commitment to empowering learners as future leaders who will serve with passion, integrity, and purpose.

Congratulations to our DFSSLG President, for being chosen as the new Youth City Mayor! Your whole DepEd Lipa City family is truly proud of you. 👏✨

Isang Masigabong Pagbati! 🎉🇵🇭

Kami ay buong puso na bumabati kay Jelo Gabriel L. Lasi sa kanyang pagkakahalal bilang Ika-6 na Youth City Councilor sa katatapos na Youth Leadership Training na inorganisa ng City Government of Lipa sa pangunguna ni Mayor Eric B. Africa! 🏛️👏

Tunay na inspirasyon ka sa kapwa kabataan — taglay ang talino, tapang, at malasakit sa bayan! 💙💛

Patuloy mong dalhin ang tinig ng kabataan tungo sa makabuluhang pagbabago. Padayon, Lider Kabataan!

Post and photo credits: Lipa City Science INHS

Isang mainit na pagbati! 🌟🇵🇭

Mabuhay ka, Jade Margarette Aguila, sa iyong pagkakahalal bilang Ika-2 Youth City Councilor sa ginanap na Youth Leadership Training na inorganisa ng City Government of Lipa sa pangunguna ni Mayor Eric B. Africa! 🏛️✨

Isang karangalang muling mapatunayan ang galing ng kabataang Iskolar— matalino, may prinsipyo, at handang maglingkod! 🙌

Ipagpatuloy ang pagiging tinig at lakas ng kabataan tungo sa progresibong Lipa!

Post and photo credits: Lipa City Science INHS

Isang Panibagong Kasaysayan, Isang Karangalang Walang Kapantay! 🇵🇭✨

Lubos ang aming pagbati kay Aneequa Louisse Burgos sa kanyang pagkakahalal bilang Youth City Mayor 2025 sa ginanap na Youth Leadership Training na pinangunahan ng City Government of Lipa sa pamumuno ni Mayor Eric B. Africa! 👏🎉

Sa loob ng tatlong sunod na taon, patuloy na ipinapamalas ng Lipa City Science Integrated National High School ang katatagan at kahusayan sa larangan ng pamumuno—isang patunay na ang tunay na lider ay hinuhubog sa tahanan ng mga iskolar. 💙💛

Mabuhay ka, Aneequa! Sa’yo ang papuri at sa bayan ang serbisyo! 🙌

Post and photo credits: Lipa City Science INHS