UP Cebu valedictorian: ‘For some of us, pausing is not an option’

Immae Lachica 07/08/2025

CEBU CITY, Philippines – “For some of us, pausing is not an option.” An excerpt from what is now a trending speech delivered by the class valedictorian of the University of the Philippines-Cebu during the 86th Commencement…

Dad attends son’s graduation in farmwork clothes, goes viral

06/03/2025

Graduation ceremonies often encourage graduates and their parents to wear their best clothes — usually, but not limited to, flowery dresses and well-preserved polos. However, for some, it is an avenue to stand tall and be proud…

Graduation day commotion: DepEd orders principal to explain

Jason Sigales - Reporter 04/17/2025

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division of Antique ordered the principal of a Laua-an town school to explain a commotion at its graduation rites over the prescribed attire. The scene was caught on…

Tacloban grandma graduates with honors from senior high at 53

Sarwell Meniano - Philippine News Agency 04/17/2025

TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines — After three decades of being out of school, 53-year-old grandmother Rowena Taboso graduated with high honors from senior high school (SHS) on Tuesday. Taboso was among the few students recognized for achieving a…

Agusan: Child stands outside prison walls to fulfill jailed mom’s wish

Shakira Clea Laurente 04/10/2025

CEBU CITY, Philippines – A graduation is most likely an occasion that a parent especially a mother would proudly attend and celebrate with her son or daughter. It is the time for a mom to appreciate her…

Searing heat forces M’daue schools to hold grad rites in malls

Mary Rose Sagarino 04/04/2025

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Searing heat and the lack of available venues are forcing some public schools in Mandaue City to hold their graduation ceremonies at alternative locations, such as malls and the City Sports Complex. These…

Eraserheads: Sa graduation nga wa nila nasinati

CDN Digital 08/25/2024

Usa ka medal nga nagbitay sa ilang liog, ilang mga hinigugma malipayon nga nilantaw nila, si Ely Buendia, Raymund Marasigan, Buddy Zabala ug si Marcus Adoro nagbarog sa stage nga dako kaayo og ngisi sa ilang mga…

UP student graduates class valedictorian after taking study break

Kurt Romariz 07/06/2024

Graduating college is a feat in itself. Doing so at the top of your graduating class is another achievement a person should be proud of. To do that while knowing when to take a break is another…

DepEd-7 to graduates: Observe proper decorum when receiving diplomas, awards

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 05/30/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Department of Education in Central Visayas (Deped-7) is reminding  graduating students to observe proper decorum when they receive their diplomas on stage during graduation. Deped-7 Director Salustiano Jimenez said that as much…

Is giving money garlands during graduation necessary?

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 05/30/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — It’s graduation season, one of the most anticipated school events at the end of the school year. During this time, parents and loved ones express their “congratulations” by giving presents to graduates or…

201 PDLs from Cebu City Jail Male Dormitory graduate from ALS

Emmariel Ares 08/12/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – A total of 201 persons deprived of liberty (PDL) finished elementary and junior high school through the government’s Alternative Learning System (ALS) while detained at the male dormitory of the Cebu City Jail…

Anak ng security guard nagtapos bilang ‘valedictorian’ sa PMMA class of 2023

Pauline del Rosario 07/23/2023

MARAMI ang na-inspire at naantig sa pagsisikap ng isang anak ng security guard upang makapagtapos ng pag-aaral. Siya si Midshipman 1st class Allan Jay Jumamoy na nagtapos bilang “valedictorian” sa Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) Magigiting na…

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