Math Wizards' Federation - UCU CTE

We are bursting with pride as we recognize the exceptional student-teachers of the Bachelor of Secondary Education, Major in Mathematics program who triumphed in the 2026 Mock Board Examinations.

Stepping into the world of licensure exams takes immense courage, but securing a spot at the top takes relentless discipline, sleepless nights, and unwavering dedication. You have proven that no equation is too complex and no goal is too high when backed by passion and hard work. You aren't just solving problems—you are paving the way to becoming the inspiring educators of tomorrow!

To all who took the exam: your grit and determination are highly commendable. This is only the beginning of a magnificent journey. Keep aiming high, pushing boundaries, and mastering your craft. Future Licensed Professional Teachers, your time is coming!

🏆 THE LEADERBOARD: TOP 10 IN RANK 🏆
TOP 1.5 (82.7%) | Aynze Fellic B. Bataoil
TOP 1.5 (82.7%) | Lenemae Q. Olipas
TOP 3 (81.3%) | Angelo T. Rara
TOP 4 (80.7%) | Maria Fe Q. Bautista
TOP 6 (80.0%) | John Denver Q. Ferrer
TOP 6 (80.0%) | Bernadeth V. Mingarine
TOP 6 (80.0%) | Jakylyn M. Zapata
TOP 8.5 (78.6%) | Mikylla S. Gonzales
TOP 8.5 (78.6%) | Sharmila Jean R. Joves
TOP 10 (77.3%) | Aidine Mae N. Tabuga

This milestone is also a testament to the guidance and support of our dedicated administration. Thank you for fostering an environment where future educators thrive!

Dr. Ryan Jayson Delos Reyes, College Dean and
Prof. Sherelle Lou S. Icutan, Program Head, Mathematics and Science Department, thank you very much for always pushing us to do our best.

And to all our Instructors/ Professors in our mathematics major subjects, thank you very much for your guidance and mentorship.

We promise that we will soar high as well in our Licensure Exam for Teachers (LET) in the near future.

🎉 Congratulations to Our New Licensed Professional Teachers!🎉

The Urdaneta City University and the Math Wizards' Federation proudly celebrate your remarkable achievement in passing the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET)!

Your dedication, perseverance, and hard work have truly paid off. This milestone reflects not only your passion for learning but also your commitment to shaping the minds and futures of the next generation.

As you begin your journey in the field of education, may you continue to inspire, lead, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of your students and communities.

🎓 Congratulations, Ma’am and Sir!
We are incredibly proud of you and excited for the bright future ahead. 👏✨

✨ 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐒 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ✨
Numbers became stories, formulas became inspiration, and learning became a celebration. Mathematics Festival 2026was more than just an event—it was a gathering of passionate minds committed to breaking barriers and redefining the future of mathematical education.

With the theme, “Breaking Barriers in Mathematics: Advancing Gender-Responsive, Inclusive, and Innovative Mathematical Education,” and the tagline, “Celebrating Diversity, Innovation, and Excellence in Mathematics,” this festival became a platform where knowledge, creativity, and inclusivity came together.

This remarkable event was proudly organized by the CTE Mathematics and Science Department in collaboration with the Math Wizards' Federation, under the leadership of Dr. Sherelle Lou Sumera Icutan, Adviser and Program Head of the Mathematics and Science Department, together with Dr. Cris Tina Solomon, Co-Adviser.

With the dedication, teamwork, and excellence of the faculty of the Mathematics and Science Department and with the great efforts of the Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Mathematics students, this mathematics festival is a success.

Our sincere gratitude to our guest speaker, Dr. Carlene Picar-Arceo, UP Diliman Professor, and Mathematical Society of the Philippines (MSP) National Secretary, for sharing inspiring insights, meaningful experiences, and valuable knowledge that empowered every participant.

We would also like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the UCU Administration for allowing us to conduct this event, most especially to Atty. Atty Dar Diga, Dr. Josephine Lambinicio, Atty. Michael Henry Sevilleja, Dr. Mary Grace Bibat, Dr. Nhorly Domenden, and to our College of Teacher Education Dean, Dr. Ryan Ryan Jayson Delos Reyes. Thank you as well to the Gender and Development office for the partnership, and to the UCU MIS for the technical assistance.

🏆 OFFICIAL WINNERS 🏆

📌 MATH HENYO
🥇 1st Place – BS Pharmacy
• Shayne Angel M. Lopez
•Airish D. Garcia
•Christine Kate A. Ascrate
•Jefferson A. Porlante

🥈 2nd Place – BSE-SCI
•Jeany Salvatiera
•Erlin Busto
•Irish Malagayo
•Darylle Mamasig

🥉 3rd Place – Civil Engineering
•John Edrian A. Bandong
•Leika Jane P. Molina
•Ashley L. Rebustes
•Fenno Enrico D. Ching

🎭 MATH COSPLAY
🥇 Bernadeth Teves (BPED)
🥈 Roger Ignacio (BSE-SCI)

🎶 MATH JINGLE
🥇 1st Place – BSE-SCI
🥈 2nd Place – BPED

♟ CHESS WINNERS
🥇 Sidney Plastina (BSCRIM)
🥈 Christian Decena (BSCE)
🥉 Christian Chico (BSA)

➕ DAMATH WINNERS
🥇 Christian Dave Javier (CITE)
🥈 Isaiah Shalom Patani (CBMA)
🥉 John Conrad Estrella (CHS)

🎨 MODULO ART WINNERS
🥇 Mark Lorenz Suyat (BSIT 2)
🥈 Justin Tomagos (BPED 1)
🥉 Rafael Barnachea (BSE GenSci 3)

🔢 KAKURO WINNERS
🥇 Christine B. Molina (BS CPE)
🥈 John Paul M. Guzman (BSIT)
🥉 Lenie L. Raymundo (BS Pharmacy)

🧩 RUBIK'S CUBE WINNERS
🥇 Reiner D. Mingaracal
🥈 Joshua Andrada
🥉 John Eduard Ruyzal

🗼 TOWER OF HANOI WINNERS
🥇 Alene Hope Consolacion
🥈 Chloe O. Lavarias
🥉 Renalyn B. Cainglet

Congratulations to all winners and participants from the different colleges in the university for making Mathematics Festival 2026 a celebration of excellence, innovation, and the beauty of mathematics. The journey of learning continues, and with mathematics, possibilities are endless. ✨📚➕

𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.
“History Meets Equality: Honoring Our Roots, Empowering Inclusive Education”

The History Alive Festival 2026 became a powerful celebration of culture, heritage, creativity, and academic excellence as students from the College of Teacher Education – Mathematics Major showcased their passion, talents, and appreciation for history through meaningful performances, films, and exhibits.

More than a competition, this event became a platform where future educators demonstrated that learning history goes beyond the classroom—it is about understanding our identity, valuing diversity, and using knowledge to inspire future generations.

🏆 Awarding Highlights
🎭 COSPLAY
✨ Best in Historical Accuracy Award
✨ Best in Costume Design Award
✨ Best Performer Award

🎬 RIZAL FILM
✨ Best in Music Award
✨ Best Director Award

🏛️ BOOTH
✨ Best in Booth Design Award

Congratulations to all participants, winners, organizers, faculty members, and everyone who contributed to the success of this celebration. Your dedication, creativity, and teamwork made this event truly meaningful and unforgettable.

Together, we continue to honor our roots, celebrate excellence, and empower education for all. 🇵🇭✨

Congratulations to the BSE Mathematics students for your successful and commendable participation in Science and Technology Month 2025, with the theme “Harnessing the Unknown: Powering the Future Through Science Innovation.”

Your enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to excellence truly highlighted the vital role of mathematics in driving scientific discovery and innovation. You have shown that curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking can transform the unknown into opportunities for growth and progress. We are incredibly proud of how you represented the program and contributed meaningfully to this celebration of science and technology.

This celebration was filled with innovation, learning, and remarkable achievements. We extend our special congratulations to the representatives from the Mathematics Program for earning outstanding awards during the event:

🏅 Sci-Photojourn (2nd Place)
-Jenny Estrada Lomboy

🏅 Trashformer (2nd Place)
-BSED Mathematics

🏅 Sci-Jingle (3rd Place)
-BSED Mathematics

🏅Poster Slogan Making
-Jolou Abulencia

🏅 Science Quiz Bee Participants
-1st Year – MJ Echanes
-2nd Year – Jason Oria
-3rd Year – Arlyn Joyce Altre
-4th Year – John Denver Ferre

Our heartfelt thanks to Ma’am Sherelle Lou Sumera Icutan, MWF Adviser, and Ma’am Cristina Ferrer Solomon, MWF Co-Adviser, for your invaluable guidance, dedication, and unwavering support, and to our Governor, Aethan Operaña, for your encouragement. Your leadership has been instrumental in our success and continues to inspire us to strive for excellence.

Once again, congratulations to everyone involved! Your achievements are a true testament to dedication, teamwork, and academic excellence.

Warmest congratulations to our BSE Mathematics students of AY 2025–2026 on the successful Pinning, Candle Lighting, and Send Off Ceremony. This meaningful occasion marks more than the completion of a requirement, as it stands as a testament to your discipline, resilience, and steady commitment to the teaching profession. The pin you now carry represents responsibility and trust, while the candle you light symbolizes the knowledge, values, and purpose you are prepared to share with others. As you move forward into the next phase of your academic and professional journey, may you remain rooted in your passion for teaching and guided by integrity and excellence. You move on with our pride and confidence, ready to inspire learners, shape young minds, and leave a lasting impact wherever your path leads. Padayon, future Mathematics educators.

The 𝗨𝗖𝗨 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Mathematics Department proudly recognized the outstanding achievements of our BSEMath-4 students at the Engineering Sciences and Mathematics Research Congress 2025. Organized by University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao in partnership with Mathematical Society of the Philippines CAR, Regions 1 & 2, and under the leadership of its President, Madam Sherelle Lou Sumera Icutan, MS Math, the congress highlighted innovative mathematical research with real-world applications.

Our students did more than represent UCU, they demonstrated the power of mathematics in solving complex problems. Their impressive collection of awards reflects not only academic excellence but also creativity, analytical thinking, and innovation, the very skills that define mathematicians, educators, and problem-solvers.

Aligned with the congress theme, “Innovative Horizons: Advancing Research in Engineering Sciences and Mathematics,” our students presented research that applies mathematical principles to address real challenges. From modeling environmental systems to developing data-driven solutions, their work shows that mathematics is more than numbers; it is a tool for meaningful change.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our College Dean, Dr. Ryan Jayson Delos Reyes , for his visionary leadership and unwavering support, and to Sir Vence Cast , our dedicated research adviser, whose mentorship and guidance were crucial to our students’ success.

This achievement reflects the culture of excellence in UCU-CTE where mathematics inspires innovation, nurtures leaders, and transforms ideas into impactful solutions.

𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!

This celebration (United Nations) has been filled with creativity, unity, and remarkable performances. We proudly recognize our freshmen for their outstanding achievements during the event:
🏆 Most Gender-Responsive Performance
🏆 Best in Choreography
🏆 Champion
Your talent and dedication set a shining example for everyone!

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀!

We are proud to extend our heartfelt congratulations to 𝗝𝗢𝗛𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗤. 𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗥 and 𝗔𝗡𝗬𝗭𝗘 𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗕. 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗢𝗜𝗟 for successfully passing the August 2025 Civil Service Examination - Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT)!

Their exceptional analytical skills, dedication to excellence, and unwavering commitment to academic rigor have truly set them apart. These two math wizards exemplify the qualities essential for a future in public service — intelligence, perseverance, and integrity.

We are excited to witness the meaningful contributions they will bring to our nation.

To all the teachers shaping minds today, and the student teachers preparing to shape tomorrow — Happy World Teachers’ Day!