SMCTI - Philippine Society of Information Technology Students

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐆𝐎 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 || 𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐗𝐈 𝐅𝐎𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Our very own BSCS students in PSITS 2026, last April 18-19th, in Davao City, aiming adhere to the theme, that "To strengthen Collaboration and Excellence among ITE students in Davao Region".

Months of preparation and planning had led us to two days of high-stakes competition and camaraderie with other schools and educational institutions all across the region, our fellow students have participated in events such as the film festival, esports, ballgames, badminton, darts, board and mind games, alongside the musical, and dance competition.

Yet above all, our participants overcame these challenges, showcasing our determination, talent, and camaraderie throughout it all. Making our school into the spotlight, as our students proudly wore the shine of pride in two medals, both in:

Silver in On-the-Spot Photography(Jhian Dan Gulleban)

Bronze in Darts - Male Doubles(Jethro Almencion & John Mark Alberastine)

They, and all the other efforts from our participants, have ensured that SMCTI enjoys a comfortable 11th ranked place out of the 37 participating, marking our strong performance across the region.

We of the BSCS program extend our heartfelt appreciation and thanks to those who participated in the various events, and the different schools in upholding the spirit of unity and connections, that made this year's events memorable for us.

𝖵𝗂𝖺 | 𝙼𝚊𝚛𝚔 𝙻𝚘𝚞𝚒𝚜 𝚁𝚒ñ𝚊
𝖯𝗎𝖻𝗆𝖺𝗍 | 𝙹𝚘𝚑𝚗 𝙴𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚖𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚔 𝙰𝚞𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚊


💙❤️💛

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲. Along the way, you were shaped by the values that defined your journey—faith that kept you grounded, excellence that pushed you further, and service that gave meaning to everything you do.

In every project completed and every challenge overcome, these were the principles that carried you through. And now, as you step into a future driven by technology and AI, these same values will guide the way you create and make a difference.

May you continue to use your knowledge not only to innovate, but to serve. Not only to succeed, but to uplift others.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐁𝐒 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 2026! 🎓

🌟 1 Magna Cum Laude
🌟 1 Cum Laude
🎓 20 Graduates

𝙰𝚍 𝚏𝚒𝚍𝚎𝚖 𝚎𝚝 𝚎𝚡𝚌𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚊𝚖.

𝐂𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 || 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

From strategic board and mind games on Day 1 to energetic ballgames and show-stopping performances in CS Got Talent on Day 2, CS Days 2026 captured moments of unity, teamwork, and hidden talents—bringing BSCS students together beyond code and creating memories that celebrate both skill and connection.

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐆𝐎 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 || 𝐂𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

To foster camaraderie, sportsmanship, and meaningful connections among future IT professionals, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) students came together for CS Days 2026 held on March 18–19, 2026 with a theme: “Beyond Code: Building Skills, Sportsmanship, and Solidarity Among Future IT Professionals.“

The first day of the event focused on board and mind games, where students showcased their strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and mental agility through friendly yet competitive matches.

On the second day, the energy shifted to ballgames and cultural events, such as the CS Got Talent. Students displayed teamwork and sportsmanship on the court, while others took the stage to reveal their hidden talents through singing, and creative performances—allowing fellow BSCS students to see a different side of their peers beyond academics.

Through a combination of intellectual challenges, physical activities, and creative expression, CS Days 2026 successfully fostered unity and strengthened connections among BSCS students—highlighting the importance of growing together beyond code.

Handpicked by the committee heads, the most outstanding members from each committee were recognized for their dedication and contributions:

Creative committee:
1. Earl Ollamina
2. Gab Bernardino
3. Carlo Denila

Tech committee:
1. Jsan Claro
2. Luis Sagrado
3. James Moreno
4. Kean Silvosa

Sports committee:
1. Mike pedrera
2. Zaitsev Flores
3. Ryan Manlaran

𝖯𝗎𝖻𝗆𝖺𝗍 | 𝙹𝚘𝚑𝚗 𝙴𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚖𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚔 𝙰𝚞𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚊
𝖵𝗂𝖺 | 𝙶𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚎 𝙲𝚊𝚋𝚒𝚕𝚒𝚜

𝐋𝐎𝐆 𝐎𝐔𝐓. 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏 𝐎𝐔𝐓.

BSCS students, it’s time to trade screens for sunshine and dive into board battles and mind games! From strategic plays to outdoor fun, let’s connect, and create memories beyond the gadgets.

Ready to level up—offline?

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐆𝐎 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 || 𝐁𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝟑-𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟒𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

"𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐘, 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐅𝐔𝐋 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓: 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐁𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐒"

The BS Computer Science Program proudly showcased its research excellence at the 4th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference held on February 26, 2026 (Online) and February 27, 2026 (Face-to-Face). The second day gathered competing programs in a dynamic on-site presentation of innovative studies across disciplines.

Representing the BSCS program, Entry B28 entitled:
"𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐌 𝐀𝐈𝐃: 𝐀 𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐌 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘" by 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐨 𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐥., (Queen Reynabelle Inso, Philip Arado, Michelle Espanto)
delivered an outstanding performance during the face-to-face presentations. The study earned:
🥈- 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫
🥈- 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫
🥈- 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫
affirming the team’s dedication to developing impactful digital health solutions for the community.

Meanwhile, Entry B30 entitled:
"𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐍: 𝐀 𝐌𝐎𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐄𝐁-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐌 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘" by 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐥., (Mahalyn Macosang, Venus Rollon, Kenneth Carl Ivan Sanoy, Rhonie Cel Madum) achieved:
🥇- 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫
securing a remarkable three-year streak of first place in the Visual Abstract category for the BS Computer Science Program.

We also extend our sincere recognition to the other commendable BSCS research entries:
• B29 – "𝐀𝐐𝐔𝐀-𝐈𝐎𝐓: 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌 𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐎𝐓-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐒𝐎𝐈𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑"
• B31 – "𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐘𝐍𝐂: 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌 (𝐇𝐑𝐈𝐒) 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐓 𝐒𝐓. 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘’𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐌, 𝐈𝐍𝐂"
• B32 – "𝐒𝐌𝐂-𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖: 𝐖𝐄𝐁-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌"

These achievements were made possible through the guidance and mentorship of our research advisers, 𝐉-𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐙𝐔𝐄𝐋𝐀, 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐑. 𝐌𝐈𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐄𝐋 𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐋𝐎 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐎, 𝐋𝐏𝐓, 𝐌𝐀𝐄𝐃, and 𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐎𝐅𝐄 𝐋. 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐎, 𝐌𝐄-𝐄𝐂𝐄 whose expertise and unwavering support continue to elevate the research culture of the program.

Via: Grace Cabilis
Pubmat: John Ellemeleck Austria

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐆𝐎 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 || 𝐁𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐃 𝐔𝐏 𝐈𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐂𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐓 𝐔𝐏𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

To cultivate creative precision and technical confidence among aspiring IT professionals, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) students gathered for an intensive learning session during UPSKILL 2026, a CS Days event held on February 19–21, 2026, at St. Mary’s College of Tagum, Inc., with the theme, “Beyond Code: Building Skills, Sportsmanship, and Solidarity Among Future IT Professionals.”

The Graphics and Video Editing segment was led by Kenneth Carl Ivan Sanoy, who equipped participants with foundational knowledge in layout and design, a practical short course on Photopea, and essential video editing techniques, including an introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro.

As part of CS Days 2026, the workshop combined guided discussions with hands-on application. In the afternoon, students collaborated on a creative output, transforming ideas into actual design and video projects. Through structured demonstrations and interactive engagement, the session reinforced technical skills and creative discipline — empowering BSCS students to produce compelling digital content with clarity, purpose, and professional standards.

𝖵𝗂𝖺 | 𝙺𝚎𝚗𝚗𝚎𝚝𝚑 𝙲𝚊𝚛𝚕 𝙸𝚟𝚊𝚗 𝚂𝚊𝚗𝚘𝚢
𝖯𝗎𝖻𝗆𝖺𝗍 | 𝙹𝚘𝚑𝚗 𝙴𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚖𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚔 𝙰𝚞𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚊

𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 — 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞

This February 19–21 at the Old Function Hall, BSCS students take center stage for three days of energy, teamwork, and real connection.

With the theme “Beyond Code: Building Skills, Sportsmanship, and Solidarity among Future IT Professionals,” CS Days 2026 goes past programming and projects — highlighting the strength of the CS community beyond the screen.

Exclusively for CS students, this event is all about stepping away from the keyboards, putting the phones down for a while, and building bonds that last longer than any line of code.

𝐔𝐏𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐋: 𝐀 𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓 💻✨

Sharpen your creativity and digital expertise at Upskill: Graphics and Video Editing, plus an insightful session on Cyber Hygiene / Cybersecurity this February 19 and 20.

Enhancing the skills of BSCS students — empowering future IT professionals to create and stay secure in the digital world.

𝐒𝐌𝐂𝐓𝐈 𝐁𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒’𝐃𝐀𝐘

In celebration of Catholic Teachers’ Day, the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) students surprised their full-time and part-time faculty members on January 28, 2026, as a heartfelt expression of gratitude for their dedication, guidance, and unwavering commitment to education.

Anchored in the school’s core values of Faith, Excellence, and Service, the initiative highlighted the vital role of Catholic educators in shaping not only academically competent students but also individuals grounded in values and purpose. Through this simple yet meaningful gesture, the BSCS community recognized the educators who continue to inspire, mentor, and lead by example both inside and outside the classroom.

The celebration served as a reminder that teaching is more than a profession—it is a mission of service rooted in faith and excellence, made impactful through genuine care for students and the community.

𝖵𝗂𝖺 | 𝙶𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚎 𝙲𝚊𝚋𝚒𝚕𝚒𝚜
𝖯𝗎𝖻𝗆𝖺𝗍 | 𝙹𝚘𝚑𝚗 𝙴𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚖𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚔 𝙰𝚞𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚊

𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐖𝐇𝐎 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒 𝐔𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐓 || 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐌𝐀’𝐀𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐎𝐅𝐄 𝐋. 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐎!

Happy Birthday to our wonderful Computer Science Program Head, Ma'am Cleofe L. Calo! Just like a well-written piece of code, you are the invisible logic that holds our department together. Beyond that, it's your genuine care for our growth and journey that truly makes us feel like a family.

Thank you for being our constant support, for seeing the potential in every student, even when we struggle to see it for ourselves. You are more than just a teacher; you are our compass. You help us take every step with confidence and assurance, knowing that we have someone who advocates for our academic success.

May you be blessed with love from your family, both your loved ones at home and your students here, forevermore.

𝖯𝗎𝖻𝗆𝖺𝗍 | 𝙹𝚘𝚑𝚗 𝙴𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚖𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚔 𝙰𝚞𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚊
𝖵𝗂𝖺 | 𝚈𝚞𝚒𝚌𝚑𝚒 𝚂𝚊𝚝𝚘𝚑