FAS Holds Community Outreach to Strengthen School–Community Connections in Sagbok, Hinundayan
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS), in partnership with Barangay Sagbok LGU and Sagbok Elementary School, successfully conducted a day-long community outreach program titled “School–Community Connections Through Pupils’ Reading and Writing Activities and Stakeholders’ Awareness on Socio-Legal Issues in Education” on December 3, 2025. The event, held at BLGU Sagbok, gathered teachers, parents, students, and community leaders for a meaningful engagement that addressed both academic development and socio-legal awareness.
The program opened with a warm welcome from Ms. Vangie D. Pelicano, School Principal of Sagbok Elementary School. It was followed by the Statement of Purpose delivered by Dr. Aldwin M. Teves, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, who highlighted the importance of collaboration between schools and local communities in fostering responsible, informed, and empowered learners. The event was attended by 108 students, 45 parents, 11 teachers, and 26 community leaders.
After the program preliminaries, participants were divided into two breakout sessions. The first breakout session focused on pressing socio-legal concerns affecting students and families.
The session featured a series of relevant and insightful discussions, beginning with “Teenage Pregnancy and Responsible Parenthood” presented by Ms. Mona Rea C. Cagurol of SLSU–FAS. This was followed by Dr. Shefferd Bib S. Bernales’ comprehensive discussion on the rights, duties, and obligations of parents, students, and teachers, providing clarity on shared responsibilities within the academic community. Dr. Bernales also facilitated the final segment, offering updates on LGU–Hinundayan minor-related regulations, ensuring participants were well-informed of current local policies.
Participants engaged in meaningful discussions that deepened their understanding of family roles, community responsibilities, and updated local ordinances affecting minors.
The event also featured interactive literacy activities, including Reading and Writing Tutoring led by Prof. Maryann Miller and Mr. Exekiel Ed Elizan. Participants enjoyed Reading Games facilitated by Dr. Flordeliza E. Vitor and Mr. Roselleto L. Cadavos, which encouraged engagement and comprehension through enjoyable learning tasks. Meanwhile, Writing Games organized by Dr. Eda J. Opina and Mr. Rey Comabig provided students with creative outlets to enhance their writing skills in a fun and collaborative environment.
These activities aimed to enhance the pupils’ foundational literacy skills while fostering creativity, comprehension, and confidence in both reading and writing.
The event showcased SLSU’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and educational development. With active participation from faculty members, local officials, teachers, and families, the outreach program reinforced the shared responsibility of nurturing young learners and addressing relevant social issues.
After the program proper, students were all smiles as they received early Christmas gifts from the FAS faculty members—an added gesture of gratitude and warmth, and a simple way to extend the holiday spirit to the young learners.
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences expressed gratitude for the warm reception and cooperation of BLGU Sagbok and the entire community, emphasizing that initiatives like this pave the way for stronger school–community collaboration in the years ahead.
