COLLEGE GRADUATION SCRIPT

1. PRELIMINARY REMINDERS

Hark: Good morning graduating students, parents, faculty members,

administrators, and honorable guests. The ACLC College of Balanga 20th
Commencement Exercises will commence shortly. Please make your way
at the entrance so we could start with the academic procession. May I also
request everyone to turn your mobile devices in silent mode to avoid
interruptions and any electronic interference in the duration of our
program. Thank you.

<Guests will line up for the processional>

<Music: Aida March begins>

2. INTRODUCTION

Hark: Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Graduation day is always a time of
rejoicing for it marks the conclusion of an educational journey and the
commencement of another more uncertain and more difficult part of man’s
quest for a better life and future. Truly, today signifies the culmination of
many years of hard work in the relentless pursuit of knowledge that will
enable a person to embrace opportunities and take on challenges with
clear vision and purpose. Friends, welcome to the 20th Commencement
Exercises of ACLC College of Balanga, with this year’s theme: “Gen Z
Graduates: Resilience toward the Changing World of Work.”

Now, with delight, let us laud this graduating class as they march towards
this great hall, together with their parents.

A. Let us begin with the candidates from the Associate in Computer

Technology Program
B. Next up are the candidates under the program Bachelor of Science
in Information Technology
C. Let’s move forward with the candidates from Bachelor of Science in
Computer Engineering Program
D. Finally, let us welcome the candidates under the program Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration Major in Human Resource
Development
Following the candidates for graduation are the Members of the faculty
and Academic Force, beginning with:

A. Ms. Angela C. Bagtas

B. Ms. Maria Angela B. Caparas
C. Ms. Roselle H. Dizon
D. Mr. Richard T. Garcia
E. Ms. Andrea May A. Holgado
F. Mr. Jon Jorico M. Jaraba
G. Mr. John Paulo T. Peña
H. Mr. Lord Adrian C. Sanoy
I. Ms. Gillian Aprille G. Sarmiento
J. Mr. Angelo Francis B. Simeon
K. Mr. Edilbert L. Valles

Next up is our Senior High School Coordinator, Mr. Joseph A. Sicat;

And our Academic Head and Acting Dean, Ms. Charlotte A.

Manalaysay.

Tailing next are the members of the non-teaching force, beginning with:

Our school nurse and student affairs officer, Ms. Marilyn S. Gonzales;

Our branch cashier, Ms. Jobelle B. Tantengco;

Our school admission officer, Ms. Dyan S. Jimenez;

And of course, our branch registrar, Ms. Ann Kimberly S. Bernal.

Let us now welcome the pillars of this institution – the members of the
administration, beginning with:

Our officer-in-charge, Ms. Edebeth T. Manalaysay;

Our school director, Ms. Mylene Alonzo – Serrano;

Our managing directors: Mr. Victor D. Eusebio,

And Mr. Bayani Nazal;

 Finally, our area director, Mr. Ferdinand D. Nebres.

Let’s welcome in this great hall our esteemed guest speakers, beginning
with the Senior Pastor of Logos Bible Baptist Church and Mission Center,
Rev. Arnel I. Fernandez;

And the current officer-in-charge of the Commission on Higher Education

Regional Office III, Ms. Lora L. Yusi.

3. ENTRANCE OF COLORS

<No music>

Hark: It is my honor to welcome all of you to the 20th Commencement Exercises

of ACLC College of Balanga.

Please remain standing as we behold the entrance of colors.

<Entrance of colors>

4. DOXOLOGY

Hark: This commencement exercises is now in order.

So, to invoke the presence of the Almighty God to bless this momentous
ceremony, let us reflect on this prayer through an AVP.

<Play prayer in AVP>

5. PHILIPPINE NATIONAL ANTHEM

Hark: Now let us show our deference by standing still in the singing of the
Philippine National Anthem, to be led by Ms. Angela C. Bagtas, P.E.
Instructor, and to be followed by the singing of Dugong Balangueño.

<Play: Lupang Hinirang>

<Play: Dugong Balangueño>

6. WELCOME ADDRESS
Hark: Thank you! And please, be seated.

Hark: Welcoming you here today is especially meaningful as we honor our

graduates and celebrate their achievements.

So, to formally welcome us all, may I call in our devoted school director,
Ms. Mylene Alonzo-Serrano.

<Speech: Ms. Mylene>

Ending: Thank you, Ms. Mylene, for that heart-warming welcome speech.

7. PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Hark: ACLC College of Balanga is an institution that never falters to equip its
students with holistic IT-based education and a curriculum that is germane
to their needs.

Now, to deliver the message of our dear chairman, Dr. Amable R. Aguiluz,
V, who constantly strive in providing innovative learning, may I call in our
Area Director, Mr. Ferdinand Nebres.

<Speech: Mr. Nebres>

Ending: Thank you, Dr. Aguiluz V., for your encouraging words and thank
you Mr. Nebres, for delivering the message of our beloved chairman.

8. MESSAGE ON BEHALF OF GRADUATES

Hark: Now, to deliver his message on behalf of the graduating class, let us all
welcome the stellar of his batch, let’s give it up for John Paulo T. Peña,
cum laude.

<Speech: Peña>

Ending: Thank you, Paulo. But please remain on stage as you will receive
the Talinong Balangueño Award. May I also request Paulo’s parents, Mr. &
Mrs. Peña to join him receiving this award.

I’d also like to invite Ms. Mylene Serrano, Ms. Charlotte Manalaysay, and
Ms. Lora Yusi in awarding.
 Allow me to read the citation:

<Read citation>
<Award the Medal>

Ending: Thank you. There you go.

9. INTRODUCTION OF THE GUEST SPEAKER

Hark: At this juncture, we will now hear the message of our esteemed keynote
speaker. May I request the presence of Ms. Mylene Alonzo-Serrano
once again to introduce this year’s guest speaker.

<Introduction of Guest Speaker by Ms. Serrano>

10. MESSAGE FROM GUEST SPEAKER/COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS

Hark: <After the Speech>

Ending: Thank you, Ms. Lora L. Yusi, OIC of CHED Regional Office III.
Your message was indeed both meaningful and insightful.

11. INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGE

Hark: At this juncture, let us be emboldened with an inspirational message from

the Senior Pastor of Logos Bible Baptist Church and Mission Center. Ladies
and gentlemen, join me in welcoming Rev. Arnel I. Fernandez for his
inspirational message.

<Inspirational Message: Rev. Fernandez>

Ending: Thank you, Rev. Arnel… and please remain on stage, sir, to
receive the plaque of appreciation as a sign of our gratitude to you for
gracing this year’s graduation. Your message was truly moving and
inspirational.

12. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE OF APPRECIATION TO THE GUEST

SPEAKER
Hark: May we call on stage our School Director, Ms. Mylene Alonzo-Serrano, our
Managing Directors, Mr. Victor D. Eusebio and Mr. Ramon D. Jacinto, and
of course our Area Director, Mr. Ferdinand Nebres, to present the plaque
of appreciation to our guest speakers.

Allow me to read the citation.

<Read Citation>

Ending: Thank you!

This time, I would like to invite Ms. Lora L. Yusi, to receive the plaque of
appreciation.

Let me to read the citation.

<Read citation>

Ending: There you go. Once again, thank you, Ms. Lora L. Yusi, and our
esteemed directors who joined us in awarding the plaque.

13. PRESENTATION & CONFIRMATION OF CANDIDATES FOR

GRADUATION

Hark: Now, to do the honor of presenting this year’s candidates for graduation,
may we call on stage Ms. Ann Kimberly S. Bernal, our Branch Registrar,
followed by the acceptance and confirmation of the graduates by none
other than Ms. Lora L. Yusi, officer-in-charge of the Commission on
Higher Education Regional Office III.

<Presentation and Confirmation>

Ending: There you have it. Thank you, Ms. Bernal and Ms. Yusi.

14. DISTRIBUTION OF DIPLOMA

Hark: How about another round of applause to your new graduates, the Batch
2019 of ACLC College of Balanga?
 Dear graduates the moment you have been waiting for has finally come.
The fruit of hard work and discipline will finally be reaped. You will now be
receiving your prized diploma, a symbol of accomplishment.

May I now request the graduates, together with their parents, to make
their way for the distribution of the diplomas.

To join us in handing out the certificates to our graduates, may I call in

our Managing Directors, Mr. Victor D. Eusebio and Mr. Ramon D.
Jacinto, our commencement speaker and CHEDRO-III officer-in-charge,
Ms. Lora L. Yusi, and our Area Director, Mr. Ferdinand Nebres.

Now, may I call in, Mr. Joseph A. Sicat, Senior High School Coordinator,
to read the roll of graduates receiving the diplomas.

<Mr. Sicat reads>

Ending: Thank you, Mr. Sicat. But please stay with us here because we will
call you back shortly. Thank you also to our guest and commencement
speakers as well as our directors in joining us in the distribution of
diplomas.

15. AWARDING OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND OTHER AWARDS

Hark: Graduation is an important milestone. This is also a proud moment for

students who are finishing this academic journey with flying colors! All the
hard work and the nights of burning the midnight oil paid off. And of
course, parents feel prouder when they see their sons and daughters
receive recognitions for their academic excellence and achievements.

May I request the awardees, with their parents, to get ready for the
awarding ceremony.

We will be joined by our School Director, Ms. Mylene Alonzo-Serrano,

Officer-in-charge, Ms. Edebeth T. Manalaysay, and the acting Dean of
the College, Ms. Charlotte A. Manalaysay, in handing out the
certificates.

So, without further remarks, may I call again Mr. Joseph A. Sicat to
present the Academic Excellence and other awards to our deserving
students.
<Awarding>

Ending: There you go. Thank you. And congratulations to all our
awardees.

16. VALEDICTORY ADDRESS

Hark: At this point, let us be all ears to no less than the batch Valedictorian
herself, as he encapsulates everything college life has to offer.

Ladies and gentlemen, from the Bachelor of Science in Computer

Engineering, cum laude, let’s welcome the man of the hour, Arren Ryan
B. Ilaya.

<Speech Mr. Ilaya>

Ending: Thank you, Arren. But please stay on stage as you will receive the
Talinong Balangueño award.

May I also invite on stage the Arren’s parents, Mr. and Ms. Ilaya, to join
him in receiving the award.

We will also be joined by Ms. Mylene Alonzo-Serrano, Mrs. Charlotte

Manalaysay, and Ms. Lora Yusi, for the awarding.

<Awarding>
Ending: Thank you, everyone.

17. AMA HYMN

Hark: Now, as you will always be sons and daughters of ACLC, let’s all stand and
sing with fervor, the AMA Hymn.

<AMA Hymn>

Ending: Thank you.

18. GRADUATION SONG

Hark: Music is the expression of the soul. It moves emotions and feelings with
the movement of time. Through a song that emphasizes holding onto
one’s dreams, let us hear the graduates render their graduation song
entitled, “A Million Dreams” to be led by Iraña S. Bout, Pauline M.
Maninang, and Allyssa Mae N. Dizon. Let’s give them a big hand.

<Grad song: A million dreams>

Ending: There you go. That’s a truly wonderful moment for all of us here.

19. PLEDGE OF LOYALTY

Hark: Now, to lead the graduates for the Pledge of Loyalty to their Alma Mater,
may I call in, Kate B. Tarroza, ACLC Alumna.

<Pledge of Loyalty>

Ending: Thank you, Ms. Tarroza. And congratulations, once again,

graduates. May we all give our graduates and parents a big round of
applause.

20. CONCLUSION

Hark: So, the closing hour has finally arrived. Tomorrow, new challenges and
opportunities await our graduates that will further test their mettle as
improving individuals. As they continue with their journey, may they look
back to this stage in their life with fondness and pride. Ladies and
gentlemen, this concludes the 20th Commencement Exercises of ACLC
College of Balanga. This has been Hark Herald C. Sarmiento, thanking you
for coming. Congratulations graduates! Kudos Batch 2019!

<PLAY: HULING SAYAW>

21. EXIT OF COLORS

Hark: Thank you. Ladies and gentlemen, may I call your attention? Please, stand
and witness the exit of colors.

<Exit of colors>

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