FBC ROTCU

‎𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 || 𝐇𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐝: 𝐅𝐁𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲, 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 171 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐬
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‎The Fellowship Baptist College Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Unit capped off its training year with a resounding graduation and turnover ceremony held at the FBC School Gymnasium on Saturday, May 30, 2026. A total of 171 student cadets graduated from the program.
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‎The event opened with the arrival of the colors, followed by the formal sequence of ceremonies. Saturday became a day of applause and pride as 170 cadets, together with their unit officers, marched into a new chapter.
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‎ Several cadets were recognized for their perseverance, skills, and intelligence through distinctive awards including Perfect Attendance, Honor Star, Loyalty Award, and Leadership Award.
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‎The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests of honor and speakers: 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐚 𝐆. 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐬, College President; 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞.𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚𝐲𝐝𝐚, Vice President for Administration and Finance; 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐕 𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐛 (𝐈𝐧𝐟) 𝐏𝐀, Admin NCO; 𝐂𝐏𝐓 𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍 𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐀 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐄𝐒); 1𝐋𝐓 𝐎𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐀 𝐋 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐒 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐄𝐒), Assistant Commandant of the CPSU mother unit of FBC ROTC; 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐂 𝐆𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐚, NSTP Coordinator; and the guest speaker, Congresswoman 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬 "𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠" 𝐊 𝐀𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐳 of the 6th District.
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‎After the awarding of certificates, the unit observed one of its most symbolic traditions: the ceremonial turnover of the unit colors. Outgoing Corps Commander 𝐂𝐝𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐥 𝐏 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚, 1𝐂𝐋 passed the colors to incoming Corps Commander 𝐂𝐝𝐭 1𝐋𝐭 𝐄𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐌 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚, 2𝐂𝐋 in rites officiated by Unit Commandant 𝐂𝐏𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐀.
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‎Cong. Alvarez then delivered the keynote address. She emphasized the weight of responsibility and honor that comes with serving in the reserve force. Her words acknowledged not only the courage of the cadets and cadettes, but also extended her full respect and support for their commitment to nation and community.
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‎With the ceremonial turnover complete, the FBC ROTC Unit closes another chapter of discipline, service, and leadership. As the newly installed corps commander takes the helm, the unit looks ahead to another year of training committed to shaping cadets into responsible citizens and future reservists ready to serve the nation and community.
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‎ More than a closing ceremony, the event was a reminder that discipline, service, and leadership are not worn only on uniforms—they are lived in choices. As these 171 graduates step forward, they carry with them the values forged in training: duty before self, honor above all.
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‎In a time when the country needs citizens of character, the FBC ROTC Unit proves that leadership begins in school halls and grounds, and grows into service for the nation.
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‎📝: 𝐂𝐝𝐭 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐧𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐦𝐥𝐚, 3𝐂𝐋
‎📷🖼: 𝐂𝐝𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐳𝐚, 1𝐂𝐋 &
‎ 𝐂𝐝𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐚, 2𝐂𝐋
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Fellowship Baptist College-Reserve Officer Training Corps (FBC-ROTC) Unit capped off its training year with a resounding graduation and turnover ceremony held at the FBC Gymnasium yesterday, May 30. A total of 171 student cadets graduated from the program.

Several cadets were recognized for their perseverance, skills, and intelligence through distinctive awards including Perfect Attendance, Honor Star, Loyalty Award, and Leadership Award.

The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests of honor and speakers: Dr. Marrieta G. Villegas, College President; Engr. Sharon Rose Albayda, Vice President for Administration and Finance; Sgt. Rogaciano V. Arib (Inf) PA, Admin NCO; Capt. Aaron L. Malloraca PA (Res); 1Lt. Odessa L. Fairbanks PA (Res), Assistant Commandant of the CPSU mother unit of FBC ROTC; Michael Gaudia, NSTP Coordinator; and the guest speaker, Congresswoman Mercedes “Cheding” K. Alvarez of the 6th District.

After the awarding of certificates, the unit observed one of its most symbolic traditions: the ceremonial turnover of the unit colors. Outgoing Corps Commander LCol. Johnfrel P. Garnica (Res) passed the colors to incoming Corps Commander 1Lt. Erich Belle M. Villacorta (Res) in rites officiated by Unit Commandant Capt. Malloraca.

Cong. Alvarez then delivered the keynote address. She emphasized the weight of responsibility and honor that comes with serving in the reserve force. Her words acknowledged not only the courage of the cadets and cadettes, but also extended her full respect and support for their commitment to nation and community.

With the ceremonial turnover complete, the FBC ROTC Unit closes another chapter of discipline, service, and leadership. As the newly installed corps commander takes the helm, the unit looks ahead to another year of training committed to shaping cadets into responsible citizens and future reservists ready to serve the nation and community.

via Venice Dimla

‎𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 || 605𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐬
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‎605th Community Defense Center, Reserved Command, conducted a Familiarization Firing Exercise and a symposium on Republic Act No. 11313, or the Safe Spaces Act, for Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) FBCU cadets and cadettes on 23 May 2026 at the 542 Engineering Battalion Headquarters in Himamaylan City.
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‎The activity sought to develop the cadets’ basic proficiency in weapons handling while reinforcing their understanding of legal and ethical standards governing public conduct and gender-based harassment.
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‎The familiarization firing focused on the M16 rifle and was conducted under strict range safety protocols. Cadets and cadettes received instruction on proper handling, safety procedures, and marksmanship fundamentals prior to engaging in supervised live-fire exercises. Tactical and operational non-commissioned officers oversaw all phases of the activity to ensure compliance with established safety standards.
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‎Concurrent with the marksmanship training, a symposium was held to discuss the provisions and application of Republic Act No. 11313. The session addressed the law’s role in promoting safe public and educational spaces and outlined the responsibilities expected of future military officers in upholding its mandates.
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‎Presiding over the activity was 𝐂𝐎𝐋 𝐃𝐎𝐍 𝐋 𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐔𝐄𝐕𝐀 𝐆𝐒𝐂 (𝐈𝐍𝐅) 𝐏𝐀, Director of the 605th Community Defense Center. Also present were 𝐂𝐏𝐓 𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍 𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐀 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐄𝐒), Commandant of the FBC-ROTC Unit; 𝐒𝐬𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐓 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐨 (𝐈𝐧𝐟) 𝐏𝐀, Operational NCO; 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐕 𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐛 (𝐈𝐧𝐟) 𝐏𝐀, Administrative NCO; and Tactical NCOs 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐈𝐬𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐁 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐳 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬), 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐋 𝐌𝐢-𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬), and 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐏 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬). National and school dignitaries attended as guests of honor and facilitated the proceedings.
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‎Military officials stated that integrating technical military training with civic education aligns with the ROTC program’s objective of producing disciplined, competent, and socially responsible reservists.
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‎The event concluded without incident, with participating cadets demonstrating adherence to safety procedures and active engagement during both the firing exercise and the symposium.
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‎📝: 𝑪𝒅𝒕 𝑽𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒍 𝑨𝒏𝒏 𝑫𝒊𝒎𝒍𝒂, 3𝑪𝑳
‎📷🖼: 𝑪𝒅𝒕 𝑹𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒂, 2𝑪𝑳 &
‎ : 𝑪𝒅𝒕 𝒁𝒚𝒂𝒏𝒏 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒎𝒃𝒆,3𝑪𝑳

‎𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 || 𝐅𝐁𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂𝐔 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐁𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲
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‎FBC ROTC Unit added ceremony and pageantry to this year’s Honors and Awards Day as it formally presented the colors during the program held on May 22, 2026.
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‎The event took place at the Fellowship Baptist College Gymnasium, where students, faculty members, and guests gathered to recognize outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements for the academic year. The presentation of colors by the FBCRU officially opened the ceremony, setting a dignified and formal tone for the day’s proceedings.
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‎Under the instruction of Tactical NCO, Sgt Claire P Palmos PA (Res), the FBCRU color guard executed the ceremonial entry with discipline and precision. Their participation highlighted the college’s commitment to fostering leadership, service, and discipline alongside academic excellence.
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‎Honors and Awards Day remains one of the institution’s major annual events, bringing together the school community in celebration of student achievement. This year’s inclusion of the FBCRU color guard further strengthened the connection between the college’s educational mission and the reserve unit’s training in civic responsibility and leadership.
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‎📝: 𝑪𝒅𝒕 𝑽𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒍 𝑨𝒏𝒏 𝑫𝒊𝒎𝒍𝒂, 4𝑪𝑳
‎📷🖼: 𝑪𝒅𝒕 𝑹𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒂, 2𝑪𝑳

Fellowship Baptist College ROTC Cadets Conduct Formation and Graduation Practice

Fellowship Baptist College ROTC cadets and cadettes conducted formation and graduation practice on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in preparation for the upcoming commencement ceremony.

The activity began at the FBC Senior High School façade with formation drills and morning exercises focused on discipline, alignment, and unit cohesion. The cadets then proceeded to the FBC gymnasium for graduation rehearsals, where they practiced the procession, seating arrangements, and ceremonial movements.

The activity was supervised by Tactical NCOs Sgt Israel B Diaz PA (Res), and Sgt Claire P Palmos PA (Res), whose guidance ensured an organized and productive training session.

The practice strengthened discipline, precision, and unity among the graduating cadets as they prepare for graduation day.

Written by: Cdt Rachel Ann Dimla, 4CL
Photos by: Cdt Richard Allosa, 2CL

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 || 𝐅𝐁𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂𝐔 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps Unit (ROTCU) of Fellowship Baptist College held its formation on the grounds of the FBC Senior High Facade on Saturday, May 10, 2026.

The activity began with the morning exercise led by the battalion and staff to build discipline, fitness, and camaraderie. The physical routine set the tone for the day and reinforced the unit's commitment to excellence and readiness.

Following the exercise, 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐕 𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐛 (𝐈𝐧𝐟)𝐧𝐏𝐀 addressed the formation. He gave key instructions and announcements to guide the cadets in their upcoming duties and activities. 𝐅𝐁𝐑𝐔 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐏𝐓 𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍 𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐀 (𝐑𝐄𝐒) 𝐏𝐀 and the Tactical NCOs: 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐋 𝐌𝐢-𝐨𝐭 (𝐑𝐞𝐬) 𝐏𝐚; 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐈𝐬𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐁 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐳 (𝐑𝐞𝐬) 𝐏𝐀; and 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐏 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬 (𝐑𝐞𝐬) 𝐏𝐀 were also present to supervise and ensure order throughout the formation.

The formation reflected FBC ROTCU’s continued effort to instill leadership, responsibility, and service among its cadets. Through regular drills and clear communication, the unit strengthens both individual character and collective unity.

Written by: 𝘾𝙙𝙩 𝙑𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙍𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙡 𝘼𝙣𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙢𝙡𝙖, 4𝘾𝙇
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𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊|| 𝐅𝐁𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠

Cadets from the Fellowship Baptist College ROTC Unit proudly rendered Saber Arch Honors during the wedding of 𝐏𝐎3 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐲 𝐄𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐂𝐆 and 𝐒𝐖1 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐨-𝐨𝐧-𝐄𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐂𝐆 on Monday, May 4, 2026, at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral.

Led by Tactical NCO 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐏 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐬 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬), the team served as saber bearers as the newlywed couple exited the church. In a display of military tradition and honor, the cadets raised their sabers to form the ceremonial arch symbolizing unity, respect, and a blessed journey into married life.

The participation was formally coordinated through NSTP Coordinator, 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐂. 𝐆𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐚 and 605TH 𝐂𝐃𝐂 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐂𝐎𝐋 𝐃𝐎𝐍 𝐋 𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐔𝐄𝐕𝐀, 𝐆𝐒𝐂 (𝐈𝐍𝐅) 𝐏𝐀, ensuring adherence to proper military customs and protocols.

This meaningful participation reflects the FBC NSTP ROTC program’s continued commitment to discipline, service, and community involvement.

Saber bearers were:

Cdt Dave Nobleza, 1CL
Cdt Lawrence Roca, 1CL
Cdt Mary Jane Mayang, 1CL
Cdt Erich Belle Villacorta, 2CL
Cdt Sweeden Joy Galeno, 2CL
Cdt Dave Anthony Camonias, 2CL
Cdt Jay Arriola, 2CL
Cdt Ivan J Soberano, 2CL
Cdt Richard Allosa, 2CL

Written by: 𝘾𝙙𝙩 𝙑𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙍𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙡 𝘼𝙣𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙢𝙡𝙖, 4𝘾𝙇
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