02/10/2026
𝐏𝐑𝐄-𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒’ 𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐋𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘
“Illuminating the Future: A Commitment to Teach, Inspire, and Serve”
With hearts filled with gratitude, pride, and renewed commitment, the San Carlos College recently concluded its meaningful 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲, last September 29, 2026, celebrating a significant milestone in the journey of its future educators.
The program commenced with a solemn Thanksgiving Mass presided over by 𝗥𝗲𝘃. 𝗙𝗿. 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗼 𝗩. 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗼, setting a reflective and prayerful atmosphere for the meaningful celebration that followed.
The ceremony continued with a dignified processional, featuring the School Colors, Pre-Service Teachers accompanied by their respective guardians, the SCC faculty and staff, and the Guest of Honor and Speaker. The presence of families, mentors, and members of the academic community made the occasion even more significant as the pre-service teachers formally embraced another step toward their chosen profession.
The program was further enriched by the inspiring and meaningful message of the Guest of Honor and Speaker, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗙. 𝗦𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼, 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆–𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀. His insights and words of wisdom encouraged the pre-service teachers to uphold the values of excellence, dedication, and integrity as they prepare to enter the noble profession of teaching.
The success and meaningful journey of the pre-service teachers would not be possible without the guidance, leadership, and unwavering support of the 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠. 𝗘𝗿𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘇𝗮, whose commitment to academic excellence and student development continues to inspire future educators to pursue their goals and become competent, compassionate, and dedicated professionals.
An inspirational message from the 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗠𝗿. 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗗. 𝗨𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻, was conveyed through 𝗠𝘀. 𝗔𝗹𝗺𝗮 𝗗. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘇, 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿. His message served as a reminder of the institution’s continued support and confidence in the future educators.
The occasion was further graced by the words of encouragement from 𝗗𝗿. 𝗠𝗮𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗕. 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗮, whose message inspired the pre-service teachers to remain steadfast in their commitment to learning, service, and professional growth.
The Pinning and Candle Lighting Ceremony symbolized more than an academic milestone. The pin represented the responsibility and commitment that come with the teaching profession, while the lighted candle symbolized the knowledge, passion, compassion, and hope that each future teacher is called to carry and share with others.
As they continue their journey, may our pre-service teachers remain committed to the calling embodied in this year’s theme—to Teach with purpose, Inspire with passion, and Serve with compassion.
Congratulations, Future Educators! May you continue to illuminate the future through the transformative power of education.