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SBC holds advocacy seminar on armed violence and cyberbullying

September 7, 2026September 10, 2026admin

To raise awareness about school safety, cyberbullying prevention, and responsible digital citizenship, St. Bridget College, Inc. held a campus-wide advocacy seminar on “Armed Violence in Schools and Cyberbullying” on September 5, 2026, at the Manuela Q. Pastor Auditorium. The program opened with a prayer led by Mrs. Lea B. Abacan, Basic Education Department Principal, followed by remarks from Dr. Bernadette I. Manalo, College President, who emphasized the role of education in student formation and safety. PMsg. Lachica discussed school security and online risks, citing information from the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group on cyber offenses in CALABARZON. She also warned parents that children may face online risks even while at home, particularly… Read More

Bridgetine Scouts join Linggo ng Kabataan 2026 celebration

September 1, 2026September 7, 2026admin

Bridgetine Girl Scouts joined more than a hundred Senior and Cadet Scouts in the celebration of Linggo ng Kabataan 2026 – Araw ng Paghahalubilo on August 8 at the Batangas City Convention Center. Held under the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” the event brought together youth organizations for a day of activities focused on youth participation, leadership, and community engagement despite the rainy weather. The program began with a Holy Mass presided over by Rev. Fr. Bartolome Ermita Villafranca, who highlighted the role of young people in contributing to the good of the community and the world. In his opening remarks, Hon. Sherwin C. Tejada of the SK Federation Batangas… Read More

Bridgetine Girl Scouts take part in Global Youth Summit 2026

August 28, 2026September 1, 2026admin

Girl Scouts of the Philippines representatives from St. Bridget College took part in the Global Youth Summit 2026 on August 25, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, Pasay City. The summit brought together young people from different groups to share ideas and learn from speakers from different fields. The event focused on topics such as leadership, personal growth, communication, and the role of young people in the community. The program was opened by Echo Sala and featured a performance by NU Dance Company. Messages were also given by Royston Cabuñag, Program Director of SM Cares for Children and Youth; Hon. Imelda Calixto-Rubiano, Mayor of Pasay City; and… Read More

SBC conducts safeguarding training for contact persons

August 14, 2026September 1, 2026admin

St. Bridget College held a safeguarding training for its designated safeguarding contact persons on August 11, 2026, at the Mary Dominica Function Hall, SBC, Batangas City. With Sr. Ailyn Bingco, RGS, as the facilitator, the training focused on how to keep students safe and how to respond when a student reports a concern or possible abuse. It also discussed proper staff conduct, reporting procedures, and the duties of safeguarding contact persons. The participants also made a risk assessment for their respective departments. They identified possible risks in school areas and activities, such as slippery floors and stairs, flooding, crowded pathways, off-campus activities, student supervision, and the use of student photos… Read More

Team Flow State advances to Bett Asia School Challenge 2026 Live Pitch Finals

August 3, 2026August 13, 2026admin

Grade 12 students from St. Bridget College, Inc. qualified as Top 3 Finalists in the Bett Asia School Challenge 2026, earning a place in the Bett Asia Live Pitch Finals on September 24, 2026, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The finalists, collectively known as Team Flow State, are Miel Frances M. Caringal of STEM 5 – Mo. Divine Child Flood, Sofia Louise M. Lumanglas of HUMSS 2 – Sr. Mary Elizabeth O’Dowd, Sven Albert P. Macuha of STEM 6 – Sr. Mary Immaculate Concepcion Cahill, Jacob B. Manalo of STEM 7 – Sr. Mary Consuelo Chuidian, and Jerome Andrei B. Marasigan of ABM 2 – Sr. Mary Dominica Long. The team… Read More

St. Bridget College and IASMPR Inc. Strengthen Partnership through MOU Signing

July 29, 2026August 11, 2026admin

Driven by a shared commitment to advancing research, innovation, and academic excellence, St. Bridget College, Batangas City and the International Association of Science and Math Professionals and Researchers Inc. (IASMPR) strengthened their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on July 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM via Zoom. The signing ceremony commenced with an opening prayer, followed by the introduction of participants led by Mr. John Jeffry Mendoza, SBC External Relations and Alumni Officer. The program continued with the presentation of the partnership by Dr. Amor Borbon, Quality Assurance Officer and IASMPR National Director. Among the areas of collaboration presented were the exchange of faculty members and… Read More

St. Bridget College appoints new Basic Education Administrators

July 20, 2026August 11, 2026admin

St. Bridget College appointed Mrs. Lea B. Abacan as the new Basic Education Principal and Mrs. Jesabel A. Medina as the new Basic Education Assistant Principal, marking a new leadership team for the institution’s Basic Education Department this School Year 2026-2027. Mrs. Abacan assumes the role of Basic Education Principal and will oversee the academic and administrative operations of the department. Working alongside her, Mrs. Medina takes on the position of Basic Education Assistant Principal, supporting the implementation of school programs and student formation initiatives. The appointments were announced to the Bridgetine community as part of the school’s preparations for the new academic year. Faculty members, students, parents, alumni, and… Read More

A Shared Mission Continues: Dr. Bernadette I. Manalo Begins Leadership as SBC’s First Lay President

July 1, 2026July 2, 2026admin

St. Bridget College marked a historic milestone with the appointment of Dr. Bernadette I. Manalo as its new College President. The announcement, made during the Eucharistic Celebration on June 29, 2026, at the SBC Chapel in Batangas City, also confirmed her as the first lay leader to assume the position in the institution’s history. The announcement was formally delivered by Sr. Mary Susan F. Montano, RGS, Province Leader, who shared that Dr. Manalo’s appointment came upon the recommendation of the Board of Trustees and the approval of the Province Leadership Team (PLT) on June 27, 2026. Her initial term will run for three academic years beginning July 1, 2026. The… Read More

Bridgetines Welcome New Academic Year

June 23, 2026June 25, 2026admin

With the arrival of a new school year bringing significant change to the education system of multiple institutions, St. Bridget College introduced the adopted reforms through a thorough orientation, easing the students into a transition period that allows them to adapt to the sudden revisions, June 16-19, 2026. St. Bridget College’s initial orientation, conducted before the official beginning of the school year, focused on presenting the various changes adopted from the reforms implemented by the Department of Education. This included guidelines on the implementation of the three-term structure mandated by DepEd Order 009, s. 2026, as well as the standards for academic excellence, providing students with an overview of academic… Read More

Bridgetine community joins Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill

June 19, 2026June 23, 2026admin

Reinforcing its commitment to disaster preparedness and safety awareness among its community, St. Bridget College, Inc. actively participated in the Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on June 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The drill engaged a wide range of participants, including SBC administrators, faculty members, staff, parents, and students from the Basic Education and College departments. The Religious of the Good Shepherd (RGS) Sisters also took part, along with designated committees who facilitated and supervised the conduct of the activity. At the sound of the alarm, which signaled the start of the drill, participants promptly executed the standard earthquake safety procedure, “Duck, Cover, and Hold.” During this phase, individuals quickly… Read More