JZGMSAT Articles 3rd Quarter

JZGMSAT CELEBRATES ITS 52ND YEARBy Teresita G. Cariño, JZGMSAT

The JZGMSAT administration, faculty and staff commemorated the 52nd founding anniversary of Jacobo Z. Gonzales Memorial School of Arts and Trades for three days. On the first day, September 12, 2012, the Faculty and Support Services Staff club (FSSSC) officers chaired by Mrs. Magdalena R. Carpio organized the induction of the new set of officers for 2012-2013. Supervising TESDS Francis Reyes of TESDA Laguna graced the occasion to induct the newly elected officers of JZGMSAT FSSSC while in the afternoon, the JZGMSAT Student Council officers with the adviser, Mrs. Belinda J. Ignacio organized the search for Mr. and Ms. Kalikasan 2012. While on the second day, September 13, 2012, JZGMSATians had free tooth extraction and cleaning held at the JZGMSAT student lounge. Dr. Apolinario A. Alzona, the president of the Philippine Association of Functional Jaw Orthopedics-TMJ Inc. and alumnus of JZGMSAT, presented latest information about oral hygiene and his specialization in Temporomandibular Disorder. After the lecture, Dr. Alzona,as well as his colleagues, gave toothpaste and toothbrush to the students and together with his colleagues in the association and the staff in his own dental clinic, they unselfishly provided services. More so, JZGMSAT students also availed the free medical check up and free medicine courtesy of one of the alumnae of JZGMSAT, Ms. Jaimie Villanueva. Two of the medical team were the son of JZGMSAT faculty, Mrs. Sylvia Veracruz, Dr. Marco S. Veracruz, Diplomate Internal Medicine of Colgate Philippines and will serve as pulmonologist this October in Veterans Hospital and Johara P. Manzano, a Registered Nurse, daughter of Mrs. Elenita P. Manzano. They were assisted by the students from Hilot/Wellness Massage (June, 2012) while in the afternoon, JZGMSAT donated bags of groceries for JZGMSAT students who were flood victims.

TESDA Deputy Director General for Field Operations, Attorney Teodoro C. Pascua, was the guest of honor on the third-day celebration, September 14, 2012 wherein he together with the JZGMSAT Administrator, Dr. Rolando V. Dela Torre, JZGMSAT cluster heads, supporters of JZGMSAT, Philippine Army and Philippine Navy officials offered flowers in the statue of the founder, the late Congressman Jacobo Z. Gonzales which was traditionally observed after the thanksgiving mass. Also present in the occasion were Ms. Cherry Alonte-Nunez, represented the Biñan City Mayor, Hon Len-Len Alonte Naguiat, the TESDA and JZGMSAT partners, Col. Gabriel F. Bisleg Jr. Philippine Navy (GSC) Superintendent, Col. Silvino A. Alcabasa Jr. Commander 51st EBDE Philippine Army, LT .Col. Jose J. Maitem, Army Support Commander, the JZGMSAT industrial partners, Nissan Motors Philippines, Ryonan Electric Philippines Corporation, Isuzu Auto Parts Mfg. Corporation, , Panasonic Mfg Phils. Corporation and ROHM Electronics Phils. Inc. together with JZGMSAT faculty, staff and students.

During the program proper, Biñan mayor representative, Ms Cherry Alonte Nunez shared the happiness and gratitude of the Biñan mayor, Hon. Len-Len Alonte-Naguiat for the 52 years of providing quality education on vocational and skills training of JZGMSAT. She also commended

the accreditation of JZGMSAT with the Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission that affirmed its continuous effort to attain excellence in technology development which was one of the earliest institutions to be accredited by APACC and remarked that it was undoubtedly an achievement par excellence. Finally, the guest of honor, TESDA DDG Pascua unveiled the APACC marker symbolizing the quality accountability of JZGMSAT.

At 6:00 pm, JZGMSATians had a foundation ball organized by the Student Council officers with the adviser, Mrs. Belinda J. Ignacio. This is to be well acquainted with other courses.

Supervising TESDS Francis Reyes of TESDA Laguna inducts the new set of officers of JZGMSAT Faculty and Support Services and Staff Club for the year 2012-2013. He emphasizes in his message the importance of “pakikisama” and diligence in doing the assigned work. (September 12, 2012-JZGMSAT 52nd Founding Anniversary)

The line up of officers of Jacobo Z. Gonzales Memorial School of Arts and Trades Faculty and Support Services and Staff Club for 2012-2013 is Teresita G. Cariño (president), Manex T. Sabidong (vice president), Renan K. Gonzales (secretary), Armina G. Amador (treasurer), Jolan D. Dela Cruz (assistant treasurer), Elizabeth L. Laviña and John Abrigo V. Aragones (business managers), Edilberto L. Limosinero (auditor), Belinda J. Ignacio (P.I.O.), Winifredo G. Galabit and Rosauro T. Layugan (peace and order officers), Nilda D. Padica and Gregoria A. Palma (board members). (September 12, 2012)

Supervising TESDS Francis Reyes with the JZGMSAT Vocational Instruction Supervisor Benito G. Reyes and JZGMSAT Cluster Heads awarded the loyalty certificates on the first day celebration of the 52nd

Founding Anniversary of JZGMSAT(September 12, 2012). The recipients are hereby recognized: (1 st row from left to right )Mr. Cirilo Jocson (35yrs in the service), Mr. Saul Layugan (30 yrs.), Mrs. Rochelle Gomamis (10 yrs.), Mrs. Fidela Cabriga (25 yrs.), Mr. Judymar Delos Reyes (10 yrs.). (2 nd row from left to right) Mr. Florante Macario (40 yrs.), Mrs. Elizabeth Laviña (30 yrs.), Mrs. Teofila Delos Reyes (10 yrs.), Mrs. Magdalena Carpio (30 yrs.) and Mr. Angelito Urgelles (30).

The winners of Mr. and Ms. Kalikasan 2012

Dr. Apolinario A. Alzona (left), president of Philippine Association of Functional Jaw Orthopedics Inc. and an alumnus of JZGMSAT provided free dental services and lecture about Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) and oral heath awareness to the JZGMSATians on the second day celebration of the 52nd

Founding Anniversary (September 13, 2012)

JZGMSAT administrator, Dr. Rolando V. Dela Torre (6th from right), with JZGMSAT VIS Benito G. Reyes (extreme left) , Cluster Head II, Mr. Glenn Salandanan, Mrs Cecilia C. Burgos, Guidance Counselor Susana A. San Jose, JZGMSAT nurse Mrs. Gregoria A. Palma, Mrs. Nenita Pastrano, Mrs. Elenita P. Manzano and Leonila Camua acknowledge the support of Dr. Apolinario A. Alzona and his team for their compassionate deeds for the JZGMSATians during the second day celebration of the JZGMSAT 52 nd

Anniversary .(September 12, 2012)

JZGMSATians take hold of the opportunity to have free dental and medical services during the second day celebration of the 52nd Founding Anniversary of JZGMSAT. (September 12, 2012)

Col. Silvino A. Alcabasa Jr.(extreme left).TESDA DDG Atty.Teodoro Pascua (2nd from left),JZGMSAT Administrator Dr. Rolando V. Dela Torre,(2nd to right)and COL. Gabriel F. Bisleg Jr. Philippine Navy (GSC) Superintendent(2nd from right) unveil the APACC marker fixed in the administration building façade on September 14, 2012. The APACC marker symbolizes that JZGMSAT is an adherent of quality assurance.

JZGMSAT Administrator Dr. Rolando V. Dela Torre, with JZGMSAT VIS Benito G. Reyes and Head, ClusterI Dahlia L. Edradan give the bags of grocery donated by JZGMSAT faculty and staff to the JZGMSAT students who are victims of flood.

“SANDUGONG PILIPINO” of Philippine Red Cross at JZGMSAT

Gregoria A. Palma of the Student Support Services Unit of JZGMSAT, together with the SAO focal, Belinda J. Ignacio, JZGMSAT Student Council officers, headed by the president, Razel Mae Galario and the guidance counselor, Mrs. Susana A. San Jose, in cooperation of the Philippine Red Cross Laguna Chapter conducted bloodletting and blood typing in the student lounge last September 19, 2012. This is JZGMSAT’s way of supporting the Philippine Red Cross’s SANDUGONG PILIPINO”.

Thirty nine (39) JZGMSAT students had blood typing and twenty nine (29) undertook blood letting wherein four were from JZGMSAT staff and faculty and 13 from the Philippine Army. Mrs. Palma, JZGMSAT nurse was very thankful to Ms. Maria Teresa Villasanta, Ms. Ardel Brecinio, Ms. Cheryl Tan and Mr. Jose Ching, staff of the Phil. Red Cross Laguna Chapter and trainees from Food and Beverage Services, Electrical Installation and Maintenance and Consumer Electronics Servicing for the assistance in undertaking the activities.

JZGMSAT students, some JZGMSAT instructors and staff including the Philippine Army cross enrollees support the Philippine Red Cross’s “ Sandugong Pilipino” by having bloodletting and blood typing at the JZGMSAT’s student lounge on September 19, 2012.

APACC RECONFERS BRONZE AWARD TO JZGMSAT

By Arlene G. De Guzman

After several months of waiting for the re-accreditation results of the recently concluded Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC) on-site revisit this year, Jacobo Z. Gonzales Memorial School of Arts and Trades (JZGMSAT) was once again conferred a Bronze Level Status by the prestigious accrediting body.

After three years of being accredited with a Bronze Level status, JZGMSAT renewed its commitment to quality improvement as it underwent the re-accreditation process under APACC last April. The APACC team of accreditors conducted the on-site visit and validation of the Self-Study Report on April 12-13, 2012 headed by Engr. Md. Jahangir Alam as the team leader and Dr. Romulita Alto as team member with Mr. Rae Emmanuel Echaveria, APACC Staff. Also in attendance was an accreditation officer from the Mongolian National Council for Education Accreditation, Ms. B. Altanchimeg to witness how APACC conducts its visits.

The on-site visit started with an opening program wherein the institution welcomed the APACC accreditors and guests. The opening program was followed by a presentation about JZGMSAT and APACC, question and answer and agreement on the set schedule. The validation of the Self-Study Report was followed by a tour of the school facilities to strengthen the validation results. After the tour was the finalization of the report by the APACC Team and their final team meeting. During the exit conference, Mr. Rolando V. Dela Torre, Engr. Md. Jahangir Alam and Dr. Romulita Alto gave their closing remarks. The accreditors gave a summary of their observations and recommendations for the school as well as the strong points.

The Final Accreditors Report duly signed by the APACC Team which contains the over-all findings including affirmations and recommendations as well as commendations for the institution were transmitted by APACC President Dr. Mohammad Naim Yaakub on September 4, 2012. The accreditors have noted significant improvements within the institution two years after it gained the APACC Bronze level accreditation in 2009. They stated commendations in the area of Governance and Management, Teaching and Learning and Learning, Research and Development and Support to Students.

During the 52nd Founding Anniversary of JZGMSAT on September 14, 2012, the APACC Marker for the Bronze Award was unveiled by TESDA Deputy Director General Atty. Teodoro C. Pascua. This symbol will signify JZGMSAT’s advocacy in providing quality assured programs and services. The Bronze Level Award will serve not only as recognition but a reminder that there is still much to improve.

APACC accreditors , Dr Romulita Alto (2nd from left), Eng. Md. Jahangir Alam (3rd from left), Mr. Rae Emmanuel Echaveria (extreme left) with Ms. B. Altanchimeg (4th from left) fully examine the documents, the processes involved and even the persons in charge of the work. (April 12-13, 2012)

TESDA DDG Pascua (first row, 2nd from left standing) poses with the JZGMSAT family during the unveiling of APACC marker for the Bronze Award on the 52nd Founding Anniversary of JZGMSAT.(September 14, 2012)

As part of TESDA IV-A’s continuing support to its Training Centers (TCs) in their pursuit towards quality, a two-day nurturing session was conducted in the Regional Training Center- Batangas on July 4-5, 2012. This aims to shepherd the aspiring institutions in their Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC) journey. The participants include trainers and staff from PTC-Binangonan, PTC-Cainta, PTC-Rosario, PTC-Paliparan, RTC Batangas and Bondoc Peninsula Technological Institute. The resource persons and facilitators for the nurturing session were representatives from APACC accredited schools in the region, Jacobo Z. Gonzales Memorial School of Arts and Trades (JZGMSAT) and Quezon National Agricultural School (QNAS). The JZGMSAT Team includes Dr. Rolando V. Dela Torre, Vocational School Administrator II, Dr. Dahlia L. Edradan, Mr. Glenn F. Salandanan and Ms. Arlene G. De Guzman while Ms. Katrina Z. Avila represented QNAS.

The first day of the activity focused on the sharing of accreditation experiences to inspire and motivate the participants. The facilitators also gave tips on accomplishing the Self-Study Guide, gathering of necessary evidences and preparation of facilities and resources. Small group mentoring was also done per APACC criterion which includes Governance and Management, Teaching and Learning, Faculty and Staff, Research and Development, Extension Consultancy and Linkages, Resources and Support to Students.

A mock audit was conducted in the second day including a tour of the facilities to give the participants a clearer perspective on how the APACC accreditors evaluated JZGMSAT and QNAS.

During the closing program, RTC Center Chief, Gerardo A. Mercado stressed the need of the training centers for assistance to address their issues and concerns. He also emphasized the importance of the nurturing session and how they learned from this experience.