Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy

Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy GAHCL
ISPSC - Sta Maria Camp

Bonding together with the performers and supporters after the presentation.April 30, 2026 Beach
01/05/2026

Bonding together with the performers and supporters after the presentation.

April 30, 2026
Beach

01/05/2026

GAHCL together with the IPs of Sta. Maria proudly showcased their rich culture during the Cultural Night Balikutsa Festival of Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur, April 29, 2026

Special thanks to Mrs. Agustina Cardenas for bringing us together, and to everyone who supported us this wouldn’t have been possible without your cooperation. Thank you so much!

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04/03/2026

GAHCL ARCHIVE

About
Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy is a community initiative founded by Christian Jann Lagadan aka Jannjann Lagadan and friends at ISPSC - Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur. The group was formerly known as GAUCDO — Gintong Ani Uplands Cultural Dance Organization.

Our Purpose
Gintong Ani is a student-led group organization for Indigenous people studying at the ISPSC Sta. Maria campus. Our mission is to showcase the talents, cultural beliefs, and living knowledge about indigenous dances. We preserve and share movement, song, costume, and the community stories that accompany them.

History & Evolution
When the group first started (as GAUCDO — Gintong Ani Uplands Cultural Dance Organization), we explored a variety of dance forms including modern styles. Over time our focus shifted intentionally to prioritise traditional Igorot dances.

On November 4, 2022, the organization was officially accredited and recognized by ISPSC - Sta. Maria Campus as a legitimate student organization. This accreditation marked a major milestone — affirming our purpose to preserve and promote Igorot cultural heritage within the academic community. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our adviser, Sir Richard Dela Cruz, for his invaluable guidance and support in helping our organization achieve this milestone and continue our mission

In September, 2024, the organization officially adopted a new name: Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy (GAHCL). This change reflected our broader cultural vision — expanding from dance performance to include education, documentation, and the preservation of Highlands traditions across the six Igorot provinces.

Today, the preservation and transmission of indigenous Highlands dance traditions remain our primary purpose:

Documenting steps, songs, and costume elements with elders and community consent
Teaching through practices
Presenting community performances and participating in cultural festivals
Cultural Reach — The Six Provinces
We learn and share traditions drawn from the six principal Igorot provinces:

Abra
Apayao
Benguet
Ifugao
Kalinga
Mountain Province

🎉 Congratulations, GAHCL Team! 🎉We are beyond proud to announce that our GAHCL representatives were awarded 1st Runner-U...
09/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations, GAHCL Team! 🎉

We are beyond proud to announce that our GAHCL representatives were awarded 1st Runner-Up in the Intercampus Competition! 🏆💙

Although there were some issues regarding the results, what truly matters is the dedication, teamwork, and passion each of you showed throughout the competition. You gave your all — and that’s already a big win for us! 💪✨

👏 Here are our amazing GAHCL members who represented our school with pride:
1️⃣ Jannjann Lagadan
2️⃣ Marko Pagtiilan
3️⃣ Jhonvi Aguilan
4️⃣ Bryan Ominga
5️⃣ Angelo Baoidang
6️⃣ Crystal Jane Lagadan
7️⃣ Mada Doroja
8️⃣ Xyrene Meg Dacayan
9️⃣ Mechaela Buis
🔟 Arah Jell Galao
1️⃣ Honeylyn Salleng

💐 Special thanks to our very supportive coaches — Sir Richard Malaggay and Ma’am Jasmine Olpindo, and to our dedicated trainer, Sir Alexander Baptista, for your guidance, patience, and encouragement throughout the journey. 🙏💙

And of course, our appreciation also goes to the CTE members who joined and supported this contest:
1️⃣ Blessing Tugade
2️⃣ Gericha Ungao
3️⃣ Angelo Quervacio
4️⃣ Fharlyn Matbagan
5️⃣ Chryso Tamayo
6️⃣ Xyrene Barota
7. Jiro Sorio

You all made us proud! 💫
Your effort, teamwork, and commitment truly reflect the GAHCL spirit. Continue shining and inspiring others! 🌟

🌟 CBME Department Appreciation 🌟We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the CBME Department, and we are truly proud of O...
16/10/2025

🌟 CBME Department Appreciation 🌟
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the CBME Department, and we are truly proud of Odessey Gayyed Cababaan, the sole GAHCL Member who represented CBME with passion and dedication. 💛

Your courage to stand and represent your department is truly commendable. Being the only representative is no small task — and your effort did not go unnoticed. You carried the CBME banner with pride, and for that, we celebrate you. 👏✨

👑Congratulations CTE Department — Champion! We proudly celebrate the CTE Department for emerging as the 🏆 Champion 🏆 in ...
16/10/2025

👑Congratulations CTE Department — Champion!

We proudly celebrate the CTE Department for emerging as the 🏆 Champion 🏆 in the recent event!

Special recognition to the GAHCL Members who represented CTE and contributed to this outstanding achievement:

1. Meg Dacayan
2. Mecaehla Payumo - Buis
3. Crystal Jane

Your talent, dedication, and teamwork truly shone on stage. We are beyond proud of your success and the honor you’ve brought to both CTE and GAHCL! ✨🙌

🎉 Congratulations CCS Department! 🎉We proudly extend our warmest congratulations to the CCS Department for emerging as 🏅...
16/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations CCS Department! 🎉
We proudly extend our warmest congratulations to the CCS Department for emerging as 🏅 2nd Runner Up 🏅 in the recent event!

A special recognition goes to the GAHCL members who represented CCS with excellence and pride:

1. Rosemae Buseley
2. Jeroel Pacsa
3. Jannjann Lagadan

Your dedication, passion, and performance truly embody the spirit of unity and excellence. We are proud of you! 👏💻✨

🎉 Congratulations! 🎉We proudly congratulate the GAHCL Members who represented the CAFED Department and emerged as 🏆 1st ...
16/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations! 🎉
We proudly congratulate the GAHCL Members who represented the CAFED Department and emerged as 🏆 1st Runner Up 🏆.
Your dedication, teamwork, and outstanding performance have truly made us proud!

Male Representatives:

1. John Bert Lagadan
2. Oliver Del Rosario
3. Bryan Ominga
4. Jhon VI Aguilan
5. Joe Peirri Tindag
6. John Rey Ebaben
7. Marko Pagtiilan
8. Hanz Baguingan

Female Representatives:

1. Ara Jell Salleng Gallao
2. Leny Bacuteng
3. Milagrose Paloay
4. Clarissa Lao-is Camaddo

🙏 Special Acknowledgment to Sir Ryohei Ken Dela Cruz, GAHCL Adviser, for his unwavering support and guidance, and to Sir Markie Castillo , Supervisor, for his valuable supervision throughout the event.

✨ Appreciation is also extended to our Non-Member Participants who showcased their talent and dedication during the competition:

1. Joyce Quianga Urmin
2. Jezraelle Jade Lawaguey
3. Jerilou Masadao Ganggo
4. Lyka Fabro

👏 CAFED Pride! Thank you for bringing honor and inspiration through your remarkable efforts, teamwork, and support. 💪

On behalf of the Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy (GAHCL), we extend our deepest condolences to our Former Presiden...
16/09/2025

On behalf of the Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy (GAHCL), we extend our deepest condolences to our Former President, Hashmiya, and her family on the passing of her beloved father.

We recognize and honor her active participation and leadership in our organization, a reflection of the values and support she received from her late father. His memory will remain in the legacy carried forward through the GAHCL family.

May his soul rest in peace, and may the family find comfort and strength in this time of grief.

With prayers and sympathy,
Gintong Ani Highlands Cultural Legacy (GAHCL)

Marife, though you joined later, your willingness to participate wholeheartedly was truly admirable. Despite the demands...
06/06/2025

Marife, though you joined later, your willingness to participate wholeheartedly was truly admirable. Despite the demands of graduating, you still gave your time and effort to join our practices and events. Your presence proved that it’s never too late to connect and contribute. Thank you for embracing GAHCL even in your final year. We’re proud of you good luck in your next journey!

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Santa Maria
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