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SINGKWENTA: The Golden Batch

By paul suralta

Class of 2026 | BCAEd & BPEd Visayas State University Institute of Human Kinetics

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Published: Jul 17, 2026
Pages: 60
Language: English

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CLASS OF 2026 SPECIAL YEARBOOKBachelor of Culture & Arts Education Bachelor of Physical Education SINGKWENTA:
SingkwentaTHE GOLDEN BATCH Patterned after the celebration of IHK's Golden Anniversary, Singkwenta is the Cebuano word for fifty. Fifty years of creating a mark in the hearts of learners, educators, artists, athletes, and communities. Fifty years of harvest, where dreams were cultivated, talents were sharpened, and futures were set into motion.
Page 3STATE INTEGRITY
CONTENTSAbout Institute of Human Kinetics Congratulatory Messages
Page 5An Enduring Momentum: The Genesis of VSU's IHK
Culture EACHELOR OF EducationPinta" arts.
Page 7The Institute of Human Kinetics (IHK) began offering the Bachelor of Secondary Education Physical Education, Health, and Music (PEHM) in 2002, with an initial batch of thirteen students. In 2009, the institute updated the program to align with CHED CMO No. 23, series of 2004, revising it to Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health (BSEd- MAPEH).
CongratulatoryMESSAGES
Dear Graduates"Singkwenta" is more than a celebration of fifty years. It is a testament to a legacy built by countless educators, students, alumni, and leaders who have devoted their lives to advancing physical education, culture, the arts, and public service. Today, you become part of that enduring story. As we celebrate "Singkwenta" of the Institute of Human Kinetics, may you also begin building a legacy of your own. Honor those who came before you by striving to become educators and leaders who inspire future generations. May your own story become part of the next fifty years of excellence.
Page 10ongra To our dear graduating Bachelor of Culture and Arts Education and Bachelor of Physical Education students, this yearbook is more than a collection of photographs-it is a testament to your journey.
Fulations2026! "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." — Eleanor Roosevelt
Page 12GRAD
Page 13UATES
CUM LAUDEABAPO, ALGIELYN V. October 9, 2004 Brgy. Pangasugan, Baybay City, Leyte
DDF AucationLOR OF CUM LAUDE BALILI, MARY JOE BATISTIL B.
Page 16CALINYAO, GLAIZA R. May 03, 2002
PDF EducationLOR OF CUM LAUDE DUMPE, ALYANNA C. July 6, 2004
Culture EACHECUM LAUDE POLEA, JUN GRACESAR M.
PRDF EducationLOR OF Frts SIMPRON, NORIN D.
CUM LAUDEABARICO, NEREUS LOUIE S. May 18, 2004
LORD fucationBAKILA, SELWYN L. September 14, 2003 Brgy. Pontod, Hilongos, Leyte "Certified baddie, future mommy" CABANTOY, KRIS P. September 14, 2003 Mangga, Seguinon, Albuera, Leyte
DADULA, MEREYLEN R. August 3, 2004Brgy. Tahud, Inopacan,Leyte "Keep moving through unseen progress, where growth continues beyond notice" CUM LAUDE
Page 23LOR CR fucation
CUM LAUDELABASTIDA, MYLENE P. August 20, 2004 Imelda, Matag-ob, Leyte "Everything happens for a reason." MAESTRE, MELODY AMOR S.
Page 25LOR Fucation
CUM LAUDEPAREJA, REIANNE ALEXA L. January 11, 2004 Brgy. Balugo, Albuera, Leyte
Page 27LOR Fucation
CUM LAUDETOLOSA, RAVEN C. October 13, 2004
LORD fucationCUM LAUDE YU, TRISHA MAE R. December 29, 2003 Plaridel, Baybay City, Leyte
Page 30Feature STORIE HIGH
Page 31Class ILIGHTS
Page 32From Tears to Triumph: The Golden Journey of Justine Joie Cativo
Page 33Bless Angelou: The Difference That Made The Difference
SABOR ILONGONCulture EACHE Drama
LOR OF For Education da91 RD ADARNA 2025
Page 36ANI BACHE
Page 37LOR ucation
FacultyMESSAGES
Page 39To the BCAED Graduating Class of 2026: You Actually Made It! Four years. Honestly, looking back to when you all first walked into my classes, I wasn't entirely sure whether we were going to make beautiful music together or if I was going to need a very long vacation. But today, looking at you all dressed in your caps and gowns, I could not be prouder.
Page 40My heartfelt congratulations to the IHK Golden Batch 2026! We celebrate not only the completion of your academic journey but also the perseverance, dedication, and passion that brought you to this remarkable milestone. Your years in the Institute of Human Kinetics have been shaped by countless sleepless nights, challenging practical activities, university engagements, and meaningful experiences that tested your determination. Through it all, you have shown the true spirit of a #TatakIHK student.
Page 41My dear BPEd Graduating Class of 2025-2026, despite the demanding standarmi resections, my strict expectations, integrity. With pride and respect, Lyndon L. Maningo, Your Instructor
Page 42757 To my beloved BPED and BCAED students, As I write this message, my heart is filled with pride, gratitude, and joy. It feels like only yesterday that many of you first entered the IHK, carrying dreams, uncertainties, and hopes for the future. Today, I have the privilege of witnessing you reach a milestone that reflects years of hard work, sacrifice, perseverance, and faith.
Page 43To my dear students, serve. One day you're going to look back at this exact point in your life and realize it was a turning point.
Page 44Team Kinetika: THE PILLARS OF IHK
MARY JEAN M. SAPANMaster of Physical Education Associate Professor I Physical Education BPEd Coordinator
EDILBERTO A. ARTIGA JR. IIMaster of Education Instructor I Physical Education
ALELI A. VILLOCINODoctor of Education Associate Professor V Physical Education NEIL MICHAEL M. CAVITE
GARY B. DONAYRE Part-time InstructorPhysical Education CARL JOHN PAUL C. ABERGIDO
SHEENA G. ABADIEZPart-time Instructor Physical Education
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Page 56SINGKWENTA: THE GOLDEN BATCH
Page 57NAME ABAPO, ALGIELYN V.
Page 58NAME ABARICO, NEREUS LOUIE S.
Page 59NAME ORIOQUE, UZZIEL KEILLAH A.
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Bless Angelou:

The Difference That Made The Difference

"At the end of the day, I guess I was different after all."

This was the quiet acceptance of a newly 22-year old student, her name is Bless Angelou Montebon. To the Viscan community, she is simply "Bless," her agnay. Yet, beneath the campus surface lies a multilayered creative identity that many ignored. In the digital landscape, she thrives as Jin Gorda on TikTok-a multifandom editor commanding a community of over 15,000 followers and as dabaeisda on Ao3, crafting narratives primarily for the Katseye fandom. But behind this thriving digital success stood a starkly contrasting reality on the ground.

College was never a walk in the park socially, and isolation seemed woven into her very DNA. Raised by a single mother with a disability (PWD), she carried an inherent distinctness in how she acted and presented herself. From her youth, peers maintained a noticeable distance. Remembering her initial expectations of university life,_she chuckled, recalling how she thought her experience would mirror Tada Banri's from the anime Golden Time. Instead, university life felt like a complete scam.

The social landscape grew more complex whenever she revealed her playful side. There were times she felt an underlying friction, wondering if her classmates harbored resentment or if she was merely overthinking. Watching others form effortless circles bred a quiet jealousy. In her darkest moments of isolation, she viewed herself as a slump, a pebble, a defect, and an oddball. When the emotional weight became too heavy, tears were her only release, born from a deep longing for warmth and human comfort. She ultimately concluded that she simply lacked whatever social mechanism others possessed. While the isolated often treat the internet as an escape, she found herself simultaneously fatigued by both her digital and physical realities. When conflicts arose, such as when fingers were pointed or scoldings occurred, she absorbed the impact like a resilient, silent punching bag. If society required a villain, she was willing to play the bad cop, self-proclaiming that she was the root problem-worse, the Institute of Human Kinetics' (IHK) ultimate problem.

However, as the adage goes, "only time will tell." The turning point arrived when the batch faced a rigorous trial in a specific major subject. Amidst the pressure, she emerged as one of the benchmarks of her peer group. Beneath her competitive drive lay a genuine willingness to extend a helping hand, and she consistently anchored her group's momentum and laid down their foundational success. This specific academic trial became the catalyst that unlocked her dormant social skills and utilized her untapped talents. It was a definitive turning point, marking a seasonal awakening where she finally embraced her hibernating self. Though far from perfect, she steadily evolved into the exact type of educator that modern society requires.

Beyond the formal curriculum, her growth was deeply rooted in solitary exploration. Driven by an innate curiosity, she pursued knowledge outside the university gates, mastering the intricacies of bodybuilding, caloric mechanics, running physics, gym equipment functionality, and advanced exercise principles. For her, true expansion happened during these solo excursions rather than within the confines of a traditional classroom. While institutional facilities provided the necessary baseline, her independent journey offered a profound sense of educational liberation.

Ultimately, VSU and IHK equipped her with invaluable competencies: the art of unyielding confidence and straightforward communication. Navigating interpersonal dynamics on a scenic campus forced her out of her shell. These attributes are now safely packed into her professional toolkit as she prepares to exit the university. With a voice that was low but fiercely resolute, she declared a new dream: to tell a story worth listening to, no matter how ridiculous it may seem.

"Be not afraid of being alone," she offers as a parting baseline of advice. "It is your choice to make. Having freedom is happiness. Use your talents and hone them."

Her trajectory through university was defined by distinct stages, eras, and developmental phases, with her very uniqueness becoming her defining trademark. Guided by the institutional wisdom that learning is a long-lasting, continuous process, this philomath continues to push forward. Armed with patience, fueled by solitude, and completely outcomes-based in her personal growth, Bless Angelou Montebon is well on her way to reaching the pinnacle of her goals, ready to inspire the next generation as a versatile educator.

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