Pillarican Council of Civic Welfare Students

28/09/2025

🌍 Symposium on Disaster Prevention & Safety Practices🚨

In partnership with the Red Cross, the symposium brought together students, faculty, and experts to raise awareness and strengthen our commitment to disaster preparedness and safety. Through interactive sessions and hands-on demonstrations, participants gained valuable knowledge on effective emergency response and risk reduction strategies—empowering communities to stay safe and resilient in times of crisis.

🎉 As part of the event, a Digital Poster Making Contest showcased creativity and advocacy in visual form. Congratulations to the winning departments—COA, CRIM, and CBA—for being recognized with the Most Beautiful Digital Poster Award! Your outstanding work of art has became the voice of the very victim of corruption.

25/09/2025

From every corner of Olpcc—CNM, COC, COA, CTELA, CHM, CITE, and CBA

its diverse departments have united to cast a powerful spotlight on one of the most pressing challenges facing the nation: corruption in the Philippines. These posters are more than just displays; they are a collective declaration, a visual tapestry woven with insights, warnings, and calls to action. Each contribution brings a unique perspective to understanding the pervasive nature of corruption and its detrimental impact on society, the economy, and the very fabric of democracy. The institution believes that true progress begins with an informed citizenry, and these exhibits serve as a crucial step in fostering that essential awareness.

Their aim extends beyond merely identifying the problem. Through these varied expressions, they explore practical strategies and ethical frameworks that empower every individual to actively avoid and resist corrupt practices. They delve into the mechanisms of accountability, the importance of transparency, and the fundamental civic duties that underpin a just society. From understanding the legal ramifications of bribery to recognizing subtle forms of undue influence, these posters equip viewers with the knowledge to navigate complex situations, protect public resources, and uphold the integrity of institutions. It is a shared endeavor to build a culture where honesty and ethical conduct are not just ideals, but lived realities.

Ultimately, this campus-wide initiative is a fervent plea and a robust guide for all Filipinos to stand firm and fight for their inherent rights against the insidious grip of corruption. They champion the voice of the people, advocating for fairness, justice, and equitable access to opportunities for everyone. May these posters ignite a fire within viewers – a passion for integrity, a commitment to vigilance, and an unwavering resolve to demand accountability from those in power. Together, as a united community within Olpcc and beyond, they can dismantle the systems that perpetuate corruption and build a Philippines where every citizen's rights are respected, protected, and celebrated. Be informed, be vigilant, be the change.

20/09/2025

"i-otso otso mo be"

🫀 CPR saves lives — and today, the Red Cross showed us exactly how. In a powerful demo, we learned the proper way to perform CPR: check responsiveness, call for help, and deliver firm, rhythmic chest compressions. It’s not just about technique — it’s about courage, timing, and the will to act when every second counts.

💧 With creativity and heart, the team used water jugs (aka gallons!) as stand-ins for CPR manikins, proving that learning doesn’t need fancy tools — just commitment and care. Everyone got a chance to practice, feel the rhythm, and understand the pressure needed to make a difference.

🙏 Huge shoutout to Andaya Pascua and S. Bagain for stepping up on stage and showing us how it’s done! Your voluntary demo brought the lesson to life and inspired us all. Thank you for your bravery, energy, and for being the heartbeat of today’s training 💓

13/09/2025

“ay atake ka te! Maging prepared ka.”

The Red Cross took center stage today, hosting an informative and engaging symposium focused on first aid best practices. Participants were immersed in a comprehensive program designed to equip them with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations. The Red Cross instructors shared their expertise, guiding attendees through practical exercises and real-life scenarios.

The symposium emphasized the importance of quick thinking, decisive action, and a strong understanding of basic first aid principles. Attendees learned how to assess situations, provide immediate care, and ensure the safety of both themselves and those in need. The event served as a powerful reminder of the Red Cross's unwavering dedication to community support and emergency preparedness.

The organizers express their sincere appreciation to the Red Cross for their invaluable partnership and commitment to empowering individuals with life-saving skills. The knowledge and training gained at the symposium will undoubtedly make a positive impact on the community's ability to respond to emergencies effectively.

30/08/2025

𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐏 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 📝✅

Attention all 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐏 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬! The 1st Semester: Preliminary Exam was successfully held today, August 30, 2025, at OLPCC JHS.

This was your chance to showcase the knowledge you’ve gained so far. Stay energized, stay confident, and continue to approach every challenge with a positive mindset! ✨✊

Remember, today’s exam reflects your hard work, understanding, and dedication as students. Keep moving forward and trust the process of your preparation. 💯📚

Best of luck, Pillaricans! May God bless you with clarity, focus, and strength as you continue your journey this semester. 🙏💙

09/08/2025

🤔💡

"The NSTP participants recently held a successful event focused on bomb threat awareness and safety measures. The event featured guest speakers from the Philippine National Police (PNP), who shared their expertise on recognizing potential dangers and responding effectively to bomb threats. Attendees learned about the importance of staying calm and the proper procedures to follow to ensure community safety.

A major highlight of the event was a demonstration by the PNP's talented K9 unit. Participants were impressed by the K-9 unit bomb-detection skills, gaining a deeper understanding of their critical role in keeping the community safe.

The aim of the event was to empower students with the knowledge and skills to handle potentially dangerous situations. Understanding the appropriate actions to take in the event of a bomb threat can make a significant difference. Organizers and participants alike deemed the event a success, with special appreciation extended to the PNP guests for their valuable contributions. The hope is that everyone will remain vigilant and informed.

With the help of NSTP advisers together with the NSTP officials, 1st year students of OLPCC, and also the main guests of the event—Cauayan CECU PNP Bomb-squad with the project of “ABKD”

Hosts: kimberly Saguiped Bagain
Daryl Lance Taguinod

03/08/2025

"Linis campus, linis isip! 🧼🧠
"

🎉 Big congratulations to this incredible batch of students who turned our school into a shining example of pride, purpose, and teamwork! From inside to outside—every corner shows how ownership and effort can transform space—and spirit. Just like our favorite slogan says:

“Clean school, happy school” (a core belief in every swipe and sweep)

and “Clean today, succeed tomorrow”

proof that responsibility now leads to opportunity.

Your energy made this cleanup a movement, not just a task. And proved that cleanliness is more than neatness: it’s service, respect, and leadership in action. A once teacher said:

“Everyone cleans until the room is clean or no one is allowed to go to recess/dismissal.”

You all showed that pride in place begins with action—thanks for setting the standard. Let’s keep this spirit alive all year! 💫

03/05/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: OLPCC-NSTP Students Lead the Way in Keeping Cauayan City Clean 🌍💪

Youth-Driven Clean-Up Drive Promotes Environmental Responsibility and Civic Engagement

𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 2/2

𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐈𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐚 – In a commendable display of civic duty and environmental stewardship, students from the National Service Training Program (NSTP) of Our Lady of the Pillar College–Cauayan (OLPCC) took to the streets on April 12 and April 26, 2025, to spearhead a two-part clean-up drive across various thoroughfares of Cauayan City. This is the first clean-up drive parade in the history of OLPCC-NSTP.

This impactful initiative, organized under the leadership of 𝑴𝒓. 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌 𝑲𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒏 𝑭𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒛, 𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑷 𝑬𝒙𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕, was conducted in collaboration with 𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑷 𝑪𝒐𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑺𝒐𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒐 𝑺. 𝑻𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏 and 𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑷 𝒂𝒅𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑫𝒆𝒌𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈-𝒂𝒘𝒆𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑫𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒐𝒓 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒐 𝑴𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑹𝒂𝒚𝒎𝒐𝒏 𝑫. 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑹𝒐𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒖𝒆𝒛, and 𝑴𝒓. 𝑶𝒓𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝑺𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒂 𝑱𝒓. Together, they successfully mobilized students to participate in meaningful community action, fostering both environmental awareness and civic consciousness.

👉 During the first phase of the project on April 12, the students focused their activities along the road from OLPCC to Barangay Cabaruan. Later on April 26, the second phase focused on the route starting from the college campus up to the Cauayan City Parish Church. Such places used by the community on a daily basis had piled up tremendous amounts of trash — something the NSTP students aimed to solve with much passion.

In each event’s beginning, students assembled in the early morning at their respective starting points, equipped with brooms, dustpans, gloves, and trash bags. After orientation and team assignment, they divided into smaller groups to tackle the assigned areas effectively. This systematic task assignment made it effective and allowed thorough coverage of each point.

🧤 As the clean-up commenced, students exhibited admirable diligence and enthusiasm. They worked tirelessly to remove various forms of litter — from plastic bottles and wrappers to paper waste and other debris. More importantly, the participants practiced proper waste segregation and disposal techniques, reflecting their understanding of responsible environmental management. This hands-on experience not only benefited the city’s cleanliness but also instilled essential habits in sustainability.

💬 According to Mr. Fernandez, the clean-up drive was more than just an outreach project, it was “a step toward nurturing youth who are conscious of their role in nation-building and environmental protection.” The NSTP program, he emphasized, aims to mold students into responsible and active members of society.

Moreover, the program served as a platform where the students could foster necessary principles like cooperation, self-discipline, and civic duty. Through their collective effort, the students enhanced their environment besides creating a model that other individuals in the community could follow.

🙏 The OLPCC-NSTP team would like to express its sincerest gratitude to the 𝑪𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆 (𝑪𝑬𝑵𝑹𝑶), headed by 𝑬𝒏𝒈𝒓. 𝑨𝒍𝒆𝒋𝒐 𝑳𝒂𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒏, for its kind assistance and for allowing the undertaking of this community mission. Without their assistance, the project would not have reached its full potential.

➡️ In all, the clean-up effort proved to be a tremendous success — both of the environmental variety, and in creating a sense of pride among youth for their community. It was a testament to what can be achieved when youth are given the opportunity — and the encouragement — to serve a greater cause.

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫. 🌳✨

By: PCCWS Educ. Committee

Photos Courtesy: PCCWS Officers

03/05/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: OLPCC-NSTP Students Lead the Way in Keeping Cauayan City Clean 🌍💪

Youth-Driven Clean-Up Drive Promotes Environmental Responsibility and Civic Engagement

𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 1/2

𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐈𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐚 – In a commendable display of civic duty and environmental stewardship, students from the National Service Training Program (NSTP) of Our Lady of the Pillar College–Cauayan (OLPCC) took to the streets on April 12 and April 26, 2025, to spearhead a two-part clean-up drive across various thoroughfares of Cauayan City. This is the first clean-up drive parade in the history of OLPCC-NSTP.

This impactful initiative, organized under the leadership of 𝑴𝒓. 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌 𝑲𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒏 𝑭𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒛, 𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑷 𝑬𝒙𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕, was conducted in collaboration with 𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑷 𝑪𝒐𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑺𝒐𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒐 𝑺. 𝑻𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏 and 𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑷 𝒂𝒅𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑫𝒆𝒌𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈-𝒂𝒘𝒆𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑫𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒐𝒓 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒐 𝑴𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑹𝒂𝒚𝒎𝒐𝒏 𝑫. 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑹𝒐𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒖𝒆𝒛, and 𝑴𝒓. 𝑶𝒓𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝑺𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒂 𝑱𝒓. Together, they successfully mobilized students to participate in meaningful community action, fostering both environmental awareness and civic consciousness.

👉 During the first phase of the project on April 12, the students focused their activities along the road from OLPCC to Barangay Cabaruan. Later on April 26, the second phase focused on the route starting from the college campus up to the Cauayan City Parish Church. Such places used by the community on a daily basis had piled up tremendous amounts of trash — something the NSTP students aimed to solve with much passion.

In each event’s beginning, students assembled in the early morning at their respective starting points, equipped with brooms, dustpans, gloves, and trash bags. After orientation and team assignment, they divided into smaller groups to tackle the assigned areas effectively. This systematic task assignment made it effective and allowed thorough coverage of each point.

🧤 As the clean-up commenced, students exhibited admirable diligence and enthusiasm. They worked tirelessly to remove various forms of litter — from plastic bottles and wrappers to paper waste and other debris. More importantly, the participants practiced proper waste segregation and disposal techniques, reflecting their understanding of responsible environmental management. This hands-on experience not only benefited the city’s cleanliness but also instilled essential habits in sustainability.

💬 According to Mr. Fernandez, the clean-up drive was more than just an outreach project, it was “a step toward nurturing youth who are conscious of their role in nation-building and environmental protection.” The NSTP program, he emphasized, aims to mold students into responsible and active members of society.

Moreover, the program served as a platform where the students could foster necessary principles like cooperation, self-discipline, and civic duty. Through their collective effort, the students enhanced their environment besides creating a model that other individuals in the community could follow.

🙏 The OLPCC-NSTP team would like to express its sincerest gratitude to the 𝑪𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆 (𝑪𝑬𝑵𝑹𝑶), headed by 𝑬𝒏𝒈𝒓. 𝑨𝒍𝒆𝒋𝒐 𝑳𝒂𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒏, for its kind assistance and for allowing the undertaking of this community mission. Without their assistance, the project would not have reached its full potential.

➡️ In all, the clean-up effort proved to be a tremendous success — both of the environmental variety, and in creating a sense of pride among youth for their community. It was a testament to what can be achieved when youth are given the opportunity — and the encouragement — to serve a greater cause.

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫. 🌳✨

By: PCCWS Educ. Committee

Photos Courtesy: PCCWS Officers

23/04/2025

Congratulations, everyone! Tatak Pillaricano! ❤️

18/04/2025

𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬

𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬

Good Friday is not just a story of nails and wood. It is the echo of a love so fierce it bled for the very ones who denied it. On this day, the sky darkened, the earth trembled, and heaven held its breath as the Son of God surrendered to the silence of death. Not because He had to, but because we needed Him to.

In a world that often seeks comfort over courage and pride over sacrifice, the Cross stands as a contradiction. It is where mercy met justice, where sin was swallowed by grace. And as we gaze upon the broken body of Christ, we are not called to pity but to transformation. This is not just a moment to remember. It is a call to live differently. To love deeply. To carry our own crosses with quiet courage. For in His death, we were given life.

Layout: Mark Kevin Fernandez