Members of the Technical Panel and CHED supervisors conducted a validation visit at Prime Aces College (PAC) in Bauang, La Union on March 20-21, 2025.

The visit was intended for the evaluation of the Bachelor in Engineering Technology Major in Major in Aircraft Maintenance Technology (BET-AMT) program of the institution in the application of their Government Permit to operate said program.

The team evaluated the institution’s administrative structure, instruction, research, community involvement as well as the institution’s governance and infrastructure.
The validation team was led by Engr. Benjamin Pablo E. Simbulan and Dr. Kristofer Neal C. Imperial, both recognized as technical experts in aviation and aeronautical programs.

Technical support was given by Engr. Sherwin Revereza and Mr. Jorel Ramirez from the Office of Programs and Standards Development (DPIC-OPSD) of CHED Central Office, along with Engr. Angelica Dolores and Engr. Leonora Quarte, of CHED Regional Office I.

The team reviewed the application reports, conducted on-site inspections of the institution’s library and laboratory facilities, and interviewed key personnel of the institution.

The team disclosed the evaluation findings and provided their recommendations during the exit conference, which was attended by the members of the institution’s administration led by Ms. Glenda Lita Ersando, the college president and Mr. Keneth Gozun, academic dean.

𝘣𝘺 𝘓. 𝘘𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦
: Prime Aces College

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | CHED RO1 conducts 2025 kaPADyak Conference with the theme “Kabataan , Kapulisan at Pamantasan nagkakaisa sa paglaban sa Illegal na Droga at Krimen,” at the EM Royalle Hotel and Beach Resort, San Juan, La Union

Dir. Corinna Frances Cabanilla, CESO III, graced the event as the Guest of Honor and Speaker and discussed the role of the Commission on Higher Education-Office of Student Development and Services (CHED-OSDS) on the implementation of PADS in the higher education sector.

𝘣𝘺 𝘒.𝘑 𝘝𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘰

The EQUATE Awards: Excellence in Quality Assurance in Teacher Education recognizes outstanding institutions across the country at the Manila Hotel in Rizal Park, Ermita, Manila on April 2, 2025.

Organized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), EQUATE honored high-performing Teacher Education Institutions (TEIs) for their commitment to producing quality educators who will shape the future of Philippine education.
We are proud to announce that the following TEIs from Region 1 have been recognized for their excellence in teacher education:

Elementary Level:
✅ Mariano Marcos State University – College of Teacher Education
✅ Pangasinan State University – Alaminos City
✅ University of Northern Philippines

Secondary Level:
✅ Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – South La Union Campus
✅ Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College – Tagudin Campus
✅ Mariano Marcos State University – Laoag – College of Education
✅ Pangasinan State University – Urdaneta
✅ Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union, Inc.
✅ University of Northern Philippines
✅ University of Pangasinan Inc.
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The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1 (CHED RO1) continues to champion volunteerism in higher education by facilitating the Ceremonial Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) and 15 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Region 1 on March 28, 2025.
Dr. Donald James Gawe, Executive Director of PNVSCA along with Deputy ED Ela Victoria Sarmago, and Mr. Jeffrey Almazan, Vol Service Officer II graced the said event.
As the lead facilitator, CHED RO1 plays a crucial role in bridging the academe and national volunteer initiatives, ensuring that HEIs integrate service-learning and volunteerism into their programs. This initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), underscoring education’s transformative power beyond the classroom.
The 15 HEIs that have committed to fostering a culture of volunteerism are:
✅ Divine Word College of Laoag
✅ La Union Christian Comprehensive College
✅ Lyceum-Northwestern University
✅ Osias Educational Foundation
✅ Panpacific University
✅ Philippine College of Science and Technology – Calasiao
✅ Pangasinan Polytechnic College
✅ Perpetual Help College of Pangasinan
✅ Union Christian College
✅ University of Eastern Pangasinan
✅ University of Luzon
✅ University of Northern Philippines
✅ University of Pangasinan
✅ Urdaneta City University
✅ Virgin Milagrosa University Foundation
Through CHED RO1’s active leadership and coordination, these HEIs are now better equipped to inculcate civic responsibility, social awareness, and community engagement in their students. By strengthening volunteer programs, CHED RO1 ensures that higher education institutions produce not only academically competent graduates but also socially responsible citizens who are ready to serve their communities and the nation.
𝘣𝘺 𝘔. 𝘙𝘪𝘷𝘰

The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office I congratulates Dr. Mario P. Obrero on his election as the 5th President of Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College!
As Dr. Obrero assumes this position, we extend our best wishes for an inspiring and forward-thinking leadership journey ahead!
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𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | CHED ROI attends and discusses scholarship programs during the 2025 Senior High School Summit Fair Cum Career Expo at San Carlos City, Pangasinan
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In a bid to strengthen collaboration and foster partnerships in criminal justice education, Dr. Myrelle Faith D. Mina, Education Supervisor II of the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1 (CHED RO1), along with officers from the Council of Criminal Justice Educators (CCJE) Region 1 and the Professional Criminologist Association of the Philippines (PCAP) Region 1, paid a courtesy call and held a meeting with Police Regional Office 1 (PRO1) Regional Director, PBGEN Lou F. Evangelista, at Camp BGen Oscar M. Florendo, Parian, City of San Fernando, La Union, on March 18, 2025.
Dr. Aurora Laroya, Dean of the Institute of Criminology at Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University and President of CCJE RO1, along with Dr. Ambrosio Detran, Governor of PCAP Region 1, also graced the meeting.
The visit was geared toward coordinating the activities of the professional organization, academic institutions, and PRO1 in producing capable and morally sound criminology graduates who will be able to contribute to national development and public safety.
The meeting also touched on the necessity of organizing a chapter of PCAP in PRO1 to facilitate continuous professional development programs for police officers in the region.
Dr. Mina, on behalf of CHED RO1, expressed her gratitude for the hospitality of PRO1 in nurturing an active collaboration with higher education institutions.
“With this collaboration, our future criminologists are properly prepared, well-informed, and capacitated with the required competencies to serve the nation with excellence and integrity,” Dr. Mina said.
The courtesy call concluded with a commitment from parties to establish sustainable initiatives that will reinforce the link between academic institutions and PRO1.
Moving forward, CHED RO1, CCJE Region 1, PCAP Region 1, and PRO1 will conduct the PCA 2.0 dubbed as “Peace Education, Crime Prevention Education and Anti-Drug Strategies and Police-Community Academy” on April 10-11, 2025 at Police Regional Office 1, Parian, San Fernando City, La Union reinforcing a shared vision of upholding justice, security, and academic excellence in Region 1.
𝘣𝘺 𝘔.𝘍. 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘢
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