DepEd CAR-Baguio City-Crystal Cave Integrated School

02/06/2026

𝐂𝐂𝐈𝐒 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝟒𝟓 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫-𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

CCIS recognized 45 Aral learners from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 3 who successfully completed the Aral Summer Program during its closing program held on June 2.

The summer learning program, which ran from May 6 to June 2, provided learners with an opportunity to strengthen their academic skills, build confidence, and prepare themselves for the next school year through the guidance of their Aral tutors.

The closing program formally started with the singing of a nationalistic song led by Ms. Riojane Bang-ot, followed by an opening prayer led by Ms. Erica Mae Biniahan. The simple yet meaningful program gathered learners, parents, teachers, and tutors to celebrate the learners’ effort and commitment throughout the program.

Mayady C. Gao-an, Master Teacher, delivered the opening remarks and message. She began by congratulating the learners for completing the program, as well as the parents and Aral tutors for their support, patience, and dedication.

In her message, Ms. Mayady also asked the parents if they had seen learning progress in their children during the summer program. Her question served as a reminder of the important role of parents in supporting their children’s education, especially in helping them continue learning at home.

She further expressed hope that the learners who joined this year’s Aral Summer Program would continue to improve and would no longer be the same learners who would need to undergo the Aral Program again in School Year 2026–2027.

The completion of the program marked an important achievement for the learners, who showed perseverance and willingness to learn despite attending classes during the summer break.

Through the combined efforts of the school, parents, Aral tutors, and learners, the CCIS Aral Summer Program became a meaningful step toward helping children improve academically and gain more confidence in their learning journey.

✍️Ivy Bitaga
📸ctto

01/06/2026

CCIS Kicks Off Brigada Eskwela 2026, Strengthens Community Partnership for School Readiness

Crystal Cave Integrated School officially launched Brigada Eskwela 2026 through a kick-off program held on June 1, 2026, with the theme “Bayanihan sa Paaralan: Nagkakaisa para sa Kaayusan at Kaalaman.” The activity gathered school personnel, parents, community leaders, and volunteers in a shared commitment to prepare the school for the opening of classes on June 8, 2026.

The program began with the singing of the nationalistic song led by Grade 8 Adviser Marivic O. Bien and an opening prayer led by Grade 7 Adviser Janice C. Javier. School Head Julia A. Biligan delivered the opening remarks and statement of purpose, emphasizing the importance of collective effort in creating a safe, clean, and learner-friendly environment. She then invited representatives from the Philippine National Police (PNP) Station 10 on stage to convey their support for the program, assuring the school of their continued cooperation in promoting a peaceful, orderly, and safe environment for all learners.

Brigada Eskwela Coordinator Primo Jr. P. Mayangao then presented the scope of work and outlined the various school improvement activities to be undertaken throughout the week. A message of encouragement was delivered by Bakakeng Central officials represented by Brgy Kagawad Ariel Aminio, who affirmed the barangay’s commitment to support the school and expressed its willingness to participate and contribute whatever assistance it can provide for the success of Brigada Eskwela. The response was given by SPTA President Aleli P. Bagano, expressing the parents’ support for the initiative.

The program concluded with an acknowledgment message from Faculty Club President Lyn F. Degay, recognizing the efforts and contributions of all stakeholders. Following the ceremony, volunteers immediately began participating in clean-up drives, gardening, minor repairs, and other campus improvement activities, demonstrating the spirit of bayanihan and community partnership in preparation for the School Year 2026–2027.

✍️Chloe Ann Villanueva
📸ctto

01/06/2026

31/05/2026

14/05/2026

Crystal Cave Integrated School Welcomes Pre-Service Teachers as ARAL Summer Tutors

Crystal Cave Integrated School welcomed eight pre-service teachers from the University of the Cordilleras on May 14, 2026, as part of its ARAL Summer program.

The pre-service teachers were received by the school head and participated in a brief orientation alongside teacher volunteers. During the session, Ms. Biligan discussed the goals of the ARAL Summer program, emphasizing that it aims to strengthen learners’ foundational skills, particularly in reading and numeracy, through remediation and enrichment activities. She also encourages pre-service teachers to maximize the use of school spaces and apply experiential teaching approaches, including hands-on activities and play-based learning, to make lessons more engaging and effective.

In addition, Ms. Biligan emphasized the importance of understanding one’s goals and objectives to properly guide actions and decisions in teaching. She underscored the core purpose of the teaching profession and encouraged everyone to start each day with a smile to foster a positive learning environment.

After the orientation, the pre-service teachers were paired with teacher volunteers to collaborate in identifying the learning levels and needs of the students they will handle. They then proceeded to their assigned classrooms to observe and assist in ongoing teaching activities.

The deployment of pre-service teachers marks the start of their engagement as ARAL Summer tutors, reinforcing the school’s commitment to improving learning outcomes and ensuring that no learner is left behind.



✍️Ivy Bitaga
📷 CTTO

13/05/2026

Crystal Cave Integrated School Participates in DepEd Online Orientation on Learning Systems Reform in Preparation for SY 2026–2027

Teachers of Crystal Cave Integrated School, together with School Head Ms. Julia Biligan, participated in an online orientation on Learning Systems Reform Policies conducted by the Department of Education on May 13, 2026, in preparation for School Year 2026–2027.

The activity provided updates on key educational reforms and initiatives aimed at improving curriculum implementation, learning delivery, and school management systems. The orientation was conducted through a combination of synchronous sessions and guided self-facilitated activities.

During the synchronous sessions, participants learned about significant policy updates and strategies to enhance teaching practices and improve student learning outcomes. In the self-facilitated sessions, Ms. Biligan further discussed important points with the teachers.

The teachers also took part in a question-and-answer session, where they were able to clarify concerns and deepen their understanding of the new policies.

The activity strengthened the teachers’ readiness to effectively implement the reforms in their classrooms for the upcoming school year.

✍️ Ivy Bitaga
📷 CTTO

12/05/2026

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Thank you for the partnership!

Congratulations to our parents and partners!

08/05/2026

07/05/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐉𝐚𝐲𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐉𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐬!

06/05/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗪 𝗜𝗧, 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗜𝗧!

Got some sachets, bottle caps, and bubble wraps?

Collect all these and bring it to your respective barangay halls!

Collected listed single-use plastics will be used to produce school chairs as part of the circular economy initiative of the city, encouraging the public to practice the 10Rs: Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle, and Recover.