Arrupe Educational Center

Xavier University School of Education (XU SOE) Teachers’ Guild successfully implemented the Books Across Oceans: International Book Donation Project, bringing more than 1000 books to underserved public high schools across Northern Mindanao. Conducted on 2, 6, and 20 May 2026, the initiative was made possible through the partnership between the Teachers’ Guild and Lugoff-Elgin Middle School in South Carolina, USA.

For the second year in a row, future educators from Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan brought stories, warmth, and interactive learning to the learners of Arrupe Educational Center's Night School Program — proving that good teaching begins long before graduation.

Happy Birthday to our Arrupe Educational Center Director! 💙💛

Wishing you a year filled with abundant blessings, vibrant health, and cherished moments with your family! May your path be guided by wisdom, and may you continue to inspire and lead those around you with grace and strength.

Thank you for making the Arrupe Educational Center a place of learning, growth, and meaningful service. Happy Birthday, Sir Maeng! 🎂🥂

𝒲𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒾𝓈 𝒾𝓉 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝒶 𝓋𝑜𝓁𝓊𝓃𝓉𝑒𝑒𝓇 𝒾𝓃 𝒳𝒰𝒩𝒮𝒫?

Here is 𝕄𝕤 ℍ𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕒 𝔼𝕙𝕣𝕒 𝕎𝕒𝕓𝕖'𝕤 Journey.

"My journey started with a simple presentation during our ORSEM. Even back then, I had a strong feeling that I was meant for volunteering. However, getting started wasn't easy. My personal schedule constantly clashed with the Night School Program (NSP) hours, and for a while, it felt like it wouldn't work out. Eventually, things fell into place, and I was finally able to begin my service.

Now that I am part of the program, I realize it is much more than just a volunteer job. It is a place where I get to teach and learn at the same time. The theories I study in my own college courses finally make sense because I get to apply them in real life. It’s one thing to read about teaching, but it’s another thing entirely to see it work in a real classroom.

The best part of this experience is the relationship I’ve built with the learners. They have become more than just my students; they feel like family. It is honestly a great feeling to be called "Ma’am Hestia", not just in school, but even when I run into them on the street.

That name reminds me of the responsibility I have toward them. It encourages me to keep improving myself and to keep learning so that I have more to share with our Night School ALS learners. This journey has shown me that teaching is a two-way street, and I am grateful for every lesson I got to share with them."

We are together in 𝘽𝙍𝙄𝘿𝙂𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘿𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙈𝙎! 💫
📣 How to apply as an NSP Volunteer?

Step 1: Fill out the initial application through Google forms.
➡ https://forms.gle/bcJaFj4c9h9N7hpE6

Step 2: Wait for a follow up call from the program.

We are all waiting for you! See you!

𝒲𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒾𝓈 𝒾𝓉 𝓉𝑜 𝒷𝑒 𝒶 𝓋𝑜𝓁𝓊𝓃𝓉𝑒𝑒𝓇 𝒾𝓃 𝒳𝒰𝒩𝒮𝒫?

Here is 𝕄𝕤 ℍ𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕒 𝔼𝕙𝕣𝕒 𝕎𝕒𝕓𝕖'𝕤 Journey.

"My journey started with a simple presentation during our ORSEM. Even back then, I had a strong feeling that I was meant for volunteering. However, getting started wasn't easy. My personal schedule constantly clashed with the Night School Program (NSP) hours, and for a while, it felt like it wouldn't work out. Eventually, things fell into place, and I was finally able to begin my service.

Now that I am part of the program, I realize it is much more than just a volunteer job. It is a place where I get to teach and learn at the same time. The theories I study in my own college courses finally make sense because I get to apply them in real life. It’s one thing to read about teaching, but it’s another thing entirely to see it work in a real classroom.

The best part of this experience is the relationship I’ve built with the learners. They have become more than just my students; they feel like family. It is honestly a great feeling to be called "Ma’am Hestia", not just in school, but even when I run into them on the street.

That name reminds me of the responsibility I have toward them. It encourages me to keep improving myself and to keep learning so that I have more to share with our Night School ALS learners. This journey has shown me that teaching is a two-way street, and I am grateful for every lesson I got to share with them."

We are together in 𝘽𝙍𝙄𝘿𝙂𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘿𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙈𝙎! 💫
📣 How to apply as an NSP Volunteer?

Step 1: Fill out the initial application through Google forms.
➡ https://forms.gle/bcJaFj4c9h9N7hpE6

Step 2: Wait for a follow up call from the program.

We are all waiting for you! See you!

The Research Institute for Mindanao Culture (RIMCU), in partnership with the Xavier University's Social Development Office, is now accepting applications for Graduate Student Project Assistants (GSPA) under the CiCADD (Climate Change Adaptation, Displacement, and Dispossession) global project.

CiCADD advances science-based work in Geomatics, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Climate Change Adaptation, supporting communities through research, collaboration, and innovation. Selected assistants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful research and development work alongside faculty, staff, and partner institutions.

We are opening four (4) GSPA positions: https://bit.ly/48OX8zf
• GSPA1 – Technical Writer and Administration
• GSPA2 – Social and Economic Component
• GSPA3 – Land Use Change Component + Geomatics
• GSPA4 – River Basin Component + Geomatics

Qualification:
A graduate student who is officially enrolled in any academic program in XU at the time of the grant

Application Requirements:
Interested applicants must submit the following:
1. Application Letter (addressed to the VPSD)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Endorsement from the Graduate Program Coordinator

📍 Submit requirements via email at [email protected] and kindly take note of the following:
1. All letters should be addressed to Engr Dexter S Lo, VP for Social Development
2. All attachments should be in PDF format
3. Download the Graduate Program Endorsement Template: https://bit.ly/4fd7k8y
4. Include the following details in the Subject Line: GSPA Applicant_ Family Name_First Name

Deadline: 27 May 2026

📧 For inquiries: [email protected]

We invite you to be part of a project that bridges science, community engagement, and sustainable futures.

IN PHOTOS: The third and fourth modules of the Teacher Education Student Leaders Assembly (TESLA) 5 commenced on May 2, 2026, at Campion Hall (CH) 202, immersing delegates in the fundamentals and expectations of developing a community project.

Module 3: Leading Community, focused on the discussion of Bloom’s Taxonomy, organizational roles, and project documentation. The session was facilitated by TESLA 5 Finance Leads Joseph Juan (BSED Math 2) and Vilchie Camomot (BSED Math 2). It highlighted the importance of understanding the foundations and crucial steps in effective community project implementation.

Meanwhile, Module 4: Navigating Collective Action and Community Impact, followed shortly after. The session featured one of the creators of TESLA, Vonn Cantila, currently the Learning Innovation and Technology Management Officer of the City Education and Development Office. He emphasized the ideation process behind community projects, their implementation, and the inspiration behind creating such initiatives.

Marking the final module session, TESLA 5 delegates are now set to prepare for the next phase as they begin implementing their respective community projects.

TESLA 5 is a leadership formation program for pre-service teachers under the XU Arrupe Education Center (AEC), aiming to develop transformational leaders in both the academic community and society.





Report by Joash Nalitan
Photo by Manuel Abastas, Richardson Jaraula, and Glenn Saligumba

We are now open for enrollment of the school year 2026-2027!

Unsay processo sa pag enroll?

1. Magkuha ug endorsement sa opisina sa CSWD.

2. Preparaha ang mga dokumento sama sa PSA Birth certificate, Barangay Certification, 2x2 ID picture (2pcs)

3.Mamahimong mubisita sa Arrupe Educational Center , CH 203, Campion Hall UG pag fill up sa mga enrollment forms.

Pre-registration link
➡️ Mamahimong mag enrol sa google forms link:
https://forms.gle/hRqoCNzF9QP2spPq6
➡️ Hulati ang tawag o mensahe sa inyuha.

PS: Kung maglisod ug rehistro sa Google forms, mabisitahan mi ninyo sa opisina para makakuha sa enrollment forms.

Please be advised that if you are enrolled for Batch 11, you are to join the enrichment classes first as part of your enrollment process with us. Should you have concerns and clarifications kindly message our page.

Limits

XAVIER ATENEO NIGHT SCHOOL PROGRAM is open for volunteer applications!

We are calling for those who are interested to be one of our Learning Facilitators!

We are together in 𝘽𝙍𝙄𝘿𝙂𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘿𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙈𝙎! 💫
📣 How to apply as an NSP Volunteer?

Step 1: Fill out the initial application form through Google forms. NSP Volunteer Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/bcJaFj4c9h9N7hpE6

Step 2: Wait for a follow up call from the program. We are all waiting for you! See you!