500th Combat Engineer Battalion, CER, PA

04/06/2026

LOOK | Another Day of Bayanihan for Brigada Eskwela 2026

VINTAR, Ilocos Norte – Continuing its commitment to community service and support to education, the 500th Combat Engineer Battalion, Combat Engineer Regiment, Philippine Army, participated in another Brigada Eskwela 2026 activity at Visaya Elementary School on June 4, 2026.

Through collective efforts with school officials, teachers, parents, and community volunteers, the troops assisted in various school improvement activities to help ensure that the learning environment is safe, clean, and ready for the opening of classes.

The activity highlights the enduring spirit of bayanihan and the Battalion’s dedication to fostering stronger partnerships with the community in support of quality education and youth development.

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04/06/2026

03/06/2026

LOOK II Strengthening Inter-Unit Collaboration: 8FAB CO Visits 500CEB

VINTAR, Ilocos Norte — Lt. Col. Ricky Anthony Aguilar, Commanding Officer of the 8th Field Artillery Battalion (FAB), Artillery Regiment, Philippine Army, visited the 500th Combat Engineer Battalion, Combat Engineer Regiment, on June 3, 2026, in Brgy. 15 Visaya, Vintar, Ilocos Norte.

The visit strengthened coordination and partnership between the 8FAB and this unit in support of operational sustainment and mission effectiveness.

03/06/2026

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 | Posts regarding the supposed recruitment for the National Guard have been circulating on different social media platforms. The Philippine Army reminds the public to exercise caution when interacting with personalities online claiming to be affiliated with the Philippine Army.

For recruitment updates, please refer to the announcements from the official social media accounts of the Philippine Army, Join the Army, and Army Recruitment Offices. We also remind everyone that the Philippine Army DOES NOT request any form of payment from the applicants in any part of the application process. Please refrain from interacting with unverified pages or individuals claiming to be affiliated with the hiring office or any recruitment offices of the Philippine Army.

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02/06/2026

Partners in Education: 500CEB Participates in Brigada Eskwela 2026 at Florentino Camaquin Integrated School

Vintar, Ilocos Norte — As part of its continuing commitment to community development and support to the education sector, the 500th Combat Engineer Battalion, Combat Engineer Regiment, Philippine Army participated in the Brigada Eskwela 2026 at Florentino Camaquin Integrated School on June 2, 2026.

The activity brought together the educators, parents, volunteers, and community partners in a collective effort to help prepare the school for the opening of classes. Through teamwork and volunteerism, participants demonstrated the enduring Filipino spirit of bayanihan in creating a ready and student-friendly environment.

The Battalion remains steadfast in supporting initiatives that promote education, strengthen community partnerships, and contribute to the development of future generations.

01/06/2026

Game Changer Battalion joins Bloodletting Activity in Visaya Vintar, Ilocos Norte

Vintar, Ilocos Norte — The Game Changer Battalion joined the bloodletting activity on June 1, 2026, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Brgy. 15 Visaya, in coordination with the Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center Blood Bank and Barangay Visaya officials.

The initiative, supported by the local community, aimed to ensure a safe blood supply and strengthen health services. The personnel of the Battalion actively contributed to the government’s blood donation drive, emphasizing the life‑saving value of voluntary donation and readiness for medical emergencies.

This participation reflects the Battalion’s commitment to humanitarian service, community engagement, and support for local health programs, while reinforcing civil–military cooperation with partner stakeholders.

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30/05/2026

LEGAZPI CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — Five alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered to the Army’s 903rd Infantry Brigade on Tuesday, May 26, amid intensified military operations

29/05/2026

500th Combat Engineer “Game Changer” Battalion Joins Brigada Eskwela 2026 at Padre Annibale Integrated School

Vintar, Ilocos Norte - In support of the Department of Education's Brigada Eskwela 2026, the 500th Combat Engineer “Game Changer” Battalion actively participated in the school clean-up and maintenance activities on May 29, 2026 of Padre Annibale Integrated School in Laoag City. The activity aimed to help prepare the learning environment for the opening of classes and ensure that students return to a safe, clean, and conducive school setting.

Through the spirit of bayanihan, the personnel worked alongside school officials, teachers, parents, and community volunteers in carrying out various repair, cleaning, and beautification efforts within the school premises. This initiative reflects the Battalion’s continued commitment to community development and its support for educational programs that benefit the students.