FORGING A UNITED FUTURE: CSP-R HONORS GRADE 10 COMPLETERS AND GRADE 12 GRADUATES IN 2025 CEREMONY

Colegio de San Pedro-Recoletos recently celebrated the Completion and Graduation Ceremony for Grade 10 Completers and Grade 12 Graduates of Batch 2025, with the theme “Hererasyon ng Pagkakaisa: Kaagapay sa Bagong Pilipinas.” Held at the school’s covered court, the event was filled with symbols of unity and patriotism and attended by parents, faculty, alumni, and special guests. The ceremony opened with a solemn Invocation and the Philippine National Anthem, led by the Coro de San Pedro. Ms. Lay Keng D. Austero, the School Registrar, formally opened the event. Ms. Christhea Ella C. Iso, Grade 10 Valedictorian, delivered an emotional Welcome Address.

Rev. Fr. Vicente L. Ramon, Jr., OAR, School Director and Principal, presented the candidates, while Dr. Rolando Pacarro, Valencia District Superintendent, confirmed them. Students received their Sashes, Medals, Certificates, and Diplomas amid cheers and applause. The highlight was a powerful Keynote Address by alumnus Mr. Jemsdey O. Dales, CPA, CFMS, MBA, who emphasized faith and resilience, quoting Mark 11:24 and urging graduates to keep prayer at the center of their lives. Ms. Jean Ann B. Pido, SHS ABM Valedictorian, delivered a Speech of Gratitude, while Ms. Angelie Mintinod and Mr. James P. Bolestana led the Pledge of Loyalty. Graduates were inducted into the alumni community by Mr. Blythe Tilos. Awards were also given to outstanding board passers, jubilarians, and dedicated staff. The ceremony ended emotionally with the singing of the Batch Song and the CSP-R Hymn, celebrating the graduates’ journey of faith, perseverance, and hope as they move forward as torchbearers of a Bagong Pilipinas.