MCNP - ISAP

20/08/2026

𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗡 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘

At 1:00 p.m. on August 21, 1983, Benigno Simeon “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. stepped onto Philippine soil after years of exile. He had come home despite warnings that returning could cost him his life. It did. Minutes later, the former senator was assassinated at the Manila International Airport.

But while a bullet ended one life, it failed to end the cause he carried.

𝘼 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙒𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙃𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮

Ninoy had spent years opposing the administration of Ferdinand Marcos Sr. After the declaration of Martial Law in 1972, he was arrested and imprisoned. Eventually, he went into exile in the United States. Yet distance did not silence his convictions.

His decision to return was more than a flight back to his homeland. It was a homecoming that carried the weight of a nation's hopes, a return to a country struggling under authoritarian rule. His assassination became a national shock. Millions mourned. Streets filled with Filipinos wearing yellow, carrying banners, and demanding answers. Grief slowly transformed into resistance.

Three years later, in 1986, millions gathered during the People Power Revolution, contributing to the end of the Marcos dictatorship and the restoration of democratic government. Ninoy was no longer alive to witness it, but his death had become a catalyst for change.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙤𝙢 𝙒𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙

Today, August 21 is observed as Ninoy Aquino Day, a reminder of the price history sometimes demands for freedom. For young Filipinos, his story is not merely another chapter in a textbook. It is a question: What will we do with the freedoms that others fought to reclaim?

Freedom of speech. Freedom of assembly. The right to question authority. These rights may feel ordinary when we have always had them. History reminds us that they were not always freely exercised.

Ninoy's legacy is therefore not simply about how he died. It is about what his death awakened. Because sometimes, history begins with a single voice. And when that voice is silenced, a nation finally finds its own.

From Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines–International School of Asia and the Pacific (MCNP-ISAP), we commemorate Ninoy Aquino Day, honoring not only the man who dared to come home, but the courage, freedom, and responsibility his story continues to inspire in every Filipino.

May we never forget the past, may we never take our freedoms for granted, and may we always have the courage to let our voices be heard.

20/08/2026

𝙄𝙎𝘼𝙋 𝙉𝙖𝙜𝙠𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙩 𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙠𝙖𝙩𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙪𝙬𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙖 𝙆𝙖𝙪𝙣𝙖-𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝘿𝙚𝙗𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡

Nagwagi ang mga kinatawan ng International School of Asia and the Pacific (ISAP) matapos makamit ang ikatlong pwesto sa kauna-unahang Cagayan Asian Parliamentary Debate Invitational, noong Agosto 19-20, sa Cagayan Provincial Information Office (CPIO)-TeleRadyo Studio bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Linggo ng Kabataan (LNK) 2026.

Kabilang sa mga kinatawan ng ISAP sina Jam Kieran Mamauag, Amiel Godfrey Villapando, at Jc Aisen Almazan, kapwa mula sa kursong Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration (BSCA), at Keiron Josh Aguayo, mula Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSAC), na pawang mga miyembro rin ng The Arbiter, ang debate society ng naturang institusyon.

Ang nasabing patimpalak ay dinaluhan ng mga delegasyon mula sa iba pang institusyon sa Cagayan kabilang na rito ang University of Cagayan Valley (UCV), University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao (USL), Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines (MCNP), Cagayan State University (CSU)-Aparri Campus, at Saint Paul University of the Philippines (SPUP).

Ayon kay Rogelio P. Sending Jr., CPIO Provincial Information Officer, ang kompetisyon ay hindi lamang simpleng tagisan ng husay sa pananalita kundi isang plataporma upang mahubog ang aktibong pagkamamamayan ng mga kabataang maaaring maging mga susunod na lider.

Sa pagtatapos ng kompetisyon, nag-iwan ng marka ang mga ISAP debaters sa unang edisyon ng Cagayan Asian Parliamentary Debate Invitational, dala ang kanilang husay sa pangangatwiran at dedikasyon sa larangan ng debate.

18/08/2026

𝘼 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚!

The International School of Asia and the Pacific, High School Department has been awarded a Certificate of Recognition by the Department of Education – Schools Division Office of Cagayan in grateful recognition of its significant contribution to the delivery of quality basic education.

This distinction affirms the institution’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, learner development, innovative educational practices, and meaningful collaboration with the education community. It also reflects ISAP’s dedication to upholding the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and service in education.

This achievement stands as a shared success of the institution’s administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, and stakeholders whose continued support and commitment have contributed to this remarkable recognition.

As the International School of Asia and the Pacific continues its journey of transforming lives through quality education, this recognition serves as an inspiration to pursue even greater heights in nurturing globally competitive, values-driven, and future-ready learners.

Congratulations, ISAP! Together, the Mighty Eagles continue to soar higher.

A Milestone of Excellence!

The International School of Asia and the Pacific, High School Department has been awarded a Certificate of Recognition by the Department of Education – Schools Division Office of Cagayan in grateful recognition of its significant contribution to the delivery of quality basic education.

This distinction affirms the institution’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, learner development, innovative educational practices, and meaningful collaboration with the education community. It also reflects ISAP’s dedication to upholding the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and service in education.

This achievement stands as a shared success of the institution’s administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, and stakeholders whose continued support and commitment have contributed to this remarkable recognition.

As the International School of Asia and the Pacific continues its journey of transforming lives through quality education, this recognition serves as an inspiration to pursue even greater heights in nurturing globally competitive, values-driven, and future-ready learners.

Congratulations, ISAP! Together, the Mighty Eagles continue to soar higher.

14/08/2026

𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍! 📣

Enrollment for the 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐅.𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 is officially open at the 𝐌𝐂𝐍𝐏-𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐏 𝐓𝐕𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭!

Whether you’re looking to gain new skills, strengthen your qualifications, or prepare for better opportunities, this could be your next step. 💙

📅 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲
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Enroll now and take the next step toward your goals!

📞 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭:

𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁. 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠, 𝐋𝐏𝐓
Trainer

𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐢 𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐃. 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬, 𝐋𝐏𝐓
Trainer
📱 0945-790-5686

𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐢, 𝐋𝐏𝐓
Trainer
📱 0947-358-5364

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐌. 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐮𝐥, 𝐋𝐏𝐓
Processing Officer
📱 0961-747-1877

𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐆. 𝐓𝐮𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐧, 𝐋𝐏𝐓, 𝐌𝐒𝐓, 𝐄𝐝.𝐃.
Program Coordinator
📱 0917-116-9818

14/08/2026

𝐒𝐀 𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐎𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐎 𝐀𝐓 𝐊𝐀𝐋𝐔𝐋𝐔𝐖𝐀

Sa panahong ang makina’y marunong nang sumagot sa tanong ng sangkatauhan,
At ang talino’y tila kayang tumbasan ng isang pindot lamang sa kamay ng kabataan,
Sa mundong ang impormasyon ay dumadaloy na parang ilog na walang hanggan,
May isang bagay na hindi dapat malunod sa agos ng makabagong kaalaman.

Ang wika ang unang tahanang hindi itinayo sa bato, kahoy, o anumang materyal,
Kundi sa mga salitang minana, iningatan, at ipinasa bilang pamana’t tanglaw na walang kapantay.
Dito natin unang tinawag ang ina, ang ama, ang bayan, at ang kalayaan,
Na siyang binuo ang sagot sa tanong na, “Sino ako sa bayang aking sinilangan?”

Ngunit, bakit tila ikinahihiya ang sariling salita,
Kapag ang banyagang wika’y mas madaling gamitin sa iba?
Bakit kailangang maging banyaga sa sariling tahanan,
Para lamang masabing tayo’y bahagi ng kaunlaran?

Hindi ba’t ang wika’y hindi hadlang sa pag-unlad,
Kundi ugat na nagbibigay sa bayan ng lakas?
Hindi kailangang putulin ang sariling pinagmulan,
Upang makasabay sa mabilis na agos ng kinabukasan.

Kaya gamitin natin ang talinong dala ng makina,
Bilang kasangkapan sa pananaliksik at bagong pag-asa;
Hayaan itong tumulong sa paghahanap ng kaalaman,
Ngunit huwag hayaang ito ang maging ating katwiran.

Sapagkat ang makina’y kayang mag-ipon ng impormasyon,
Kayang maghanap ng sagot sa loob ng ilang panahon;
Ngunit ang kahulugan sa likod ng bawat salita,
Ay hindi basta mababasa sa isang pahina.

Kodigo'y kayang isalin ang “mahal kita” sa ibang wika,
Ngunit hindi nito madarama ang lambing ng salita;
Sapagkat may mga bagay na hindi datos o numero,
May damdaming sa puso lamang tunay na nabubuo.

At dito natin makikita ang halaga ng wika,
Hindi lamang sa salita, kundi sa kaluluwang kasama;
Sapagkat ang bawat pantig na ating minana,
Ay may kuwentong isinulat ng mga nauna sa atin sa lupa.

At kung dumating ang panahong ang makina’y mas matalino,
At kayang sagutin ang halos lahat ng tanong ng mundo,
Sana’y may isang bagay na hindi natin makalimutan
Na ang pagiging Pilipino’y hindi kayang gawing programa lamang.

✒️ Theresa Aguilar

13/08/2026

𝙒𝙃𝘼𝙏’𝙎 𝙐𝙋, 𝙈𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏𝙔 𝙀𝘼𝙂𝙇𝙀𝙎? 🦅 𝘼𝙍𝙀 𝙔𝙊𝙐 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙔 𝙏𝙊 𝙍𝙀𝙋𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙈𝘾𝙉𝙋-𝙄𝙎𝘼𝙋? 🏆

𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙑𝘼𝙍𝙎𝙄𝙏𝙔 𝙏𝙍𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙏𝙎 𝘼𝙍𝙀 𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙀!

Think you have what it takes to wear the Mighty Eagles colors? This is your moment to step onto the court, field, or playing area and show us what you’ve got! 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨, 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚, 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠, 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙩. 💪

𝘾𝙃𝙀𝘾𝙆 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙑𝘼𝙍𝙎𝙄𝙏𝙔 𝙏𝙍𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙏 𝙎𝘾𝙃𝙀𝘿𝙐𝙇𝙀𝙎 𝘽𝙀𝙇𝙊𝙒! 👇

Your scheduled sport, tryout details, and other important information are provided below. Make sure to check your schedule and come prepared to give it your best shot!

This isn’t just about making the team. It’s about earning your place, representing your school, and becoming part of the Mighty Eagle pride. 🔥

𝙍𝙄𝙎𝙀. 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙀. 𝙍𝙀𝙋𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙀𝙉𝙏. 🦅

Your talent got you here. Your determination could take you to the team.

Bring your best. Give your all. Let’s build the next Mighty Eagle Varsity Team! 💪🏆🔥

12/08/2026

𝗠𝗖𝗡𝗣-𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗣 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

MCNP-ISAP students secured three podium finishes in the poster-making and hip-hop competitions during YouthFest: Tinig, Galaw ng Kabataan, held at the Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines–International School of Asia and the Pacific (MCNP-ISAP) on August 12, 2026.

In the Poster-Making Competition, Christian Gatan, a Level II BS Pharmacy student, claimed second place, while Ellezer Salingbay, a Level III BSIT student, earned third place.
Meanwhile, ISAP secured third place in the Hip-Hop Competition, adding another podium finish for the institution.

The competitions formed part of the International Youth Day Regional Event, which brought together students, youth advocates, government agencies, and partner institutions from across Region II to promote youth participation, leadership, creativity, and advocacy in celebration of International Youth Day.

The achievements highlight the creativity and talent of MCNP-ISAP students as they represented the institution in the regional youth celebration.

12/08/2026

𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙏𝙃𝙁𝙀𝙎𝙏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝙐𝙉𝙄𝙏𝙀𝙎 𝙍𝙀𝙂𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝙄𝙄 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙏𝙃 𝘼𝘿𝙑𝙊𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙀𝙎

Bringing together students, government agencies, youth advocates, and partner institutions from across Region II, the Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines–International School of Asia and the Pacific (MCNP-ISAP), in partnership with the Commission on Human Rights (CHR), held the International Youth Day Regional Event, YouthFest: Tinig, Galaw ng Kabataan, at the MCNP-ISAP HM Hotel and gymnasium on August 12, 2026.

The program featured a series of activities centered on youth participation, leadership, and advocacy, including keynote and solidarity messages, presentations of activities and contest mechanics, a bazaar opening ceremony, skills presentations, poster-making and hip-hop dance competitions, and an awarding ceremony.

MCNP-ISAP President Dr. Christian R. Guzman delivered the welcome remarks, while CHR Focal Commissioner for the Rights of the Youth and Children, Comm. Beda A. Epres delivered the keynote and lead message. Representatives from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and the Local Government Unit (LGU) also extended solidarity messages during the morning program.

The event was organized by the Commission on Human Rights Regional Office II in collaboration with MCNP-ISAP and partner agencies as part of the observance of International Youth Day, reaffirming their shared commitment to strengthening youth participation, leadership, and rights-based engagement across Region II.

12/08/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗜 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

The Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines–International Schools of Asia and the Pacific (MCNP-ISAP) launches its International Youth Day celebration today, bringing together the Commission on Human Rights Regional Office II, partner agencies, and the youth for a day of advocacy and celebration.

The event affirms that investing in young people’s rights, skills, and opportunities today helps shape the kind of country and communities they will build tomorrow.

The program opens with welcome remarks from MCNP-ISAP President Dr. Christian R. Guzman, followed by a keynote message from Commissioner Beda A. Epres, CHR Focal Commissioner for the Rights of the Youth and Children.

16/07/2026

𝙈𝘾𝙉𝙋-𝙄𝙎𝘼𝙋 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙂𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢, 𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝟏𝟎 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙂𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙨

The Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines (MCNP) and the International School of Asia and the Pacific (ISAP) enhanced their Student Grantee Scholarship Program as they welcomed 10 new student grantees through an Orientation and Reorientation Program and Covenant Signing for both new and continuing student grantees held today at Amphitheater 4.

MCNP-ISAP President Dr. Christian R. Guzman commended the student grantees for their hard work and determination to complete their studies during his opening remarks.

Afterward, Ms. Beverly A. Cannu, MPA, MCNP-ISAP Scholarship Coordinator, discussed the guidelines and policies of the Student Grantee Scholarship Program, followed by Ms. Madeya C. Calagui, RCrim, MCNP-ISAP Dorm Matron, who presented the dormitory policies.

The program concluded with the signing of the covenant by all 30 new and continuing student grantees for the Academic Year 2026–2027, reaffirming their commitment to uphold the responsibilities and standards of the scholarship program.