CHAPTER 1

Introduction

RATIONALE

Quezon is a municipality located in the province of Bukidnon, in the Northern

Mindanao region of the Philippines. It is located in the southeastern part of Bukidnon,

and it has a population of around 25,000 people as of the 2020 census. Kiokong was

Quezon Bukidnon's old name before being classified as a 1st class municipality. It

composed of 31 barangays includes Butong, Cebole, Delapa, Dumalama, C-

Handumanan, Cawayan, Kiburiao, Kipaypayon, Lagua, Libertad, Linabo, Lipa,

Lumintao, Magsaysay, Mahayag, Manuto, Merangeran, Mibantang, Minongan,

Minsalirac, Minsamongan, Paitan, Palacapao, Pinilayan, Poblacion (Kiokong),

Puntian, Salawagan, San Isidro, San Jose, San Roque, Santa Cruz and Santa

Filomena.

Local lore says KI-O-HONG whas its original name. In English ,it

means"mushroom".In olden times,it was believed that flood engulfed the place and

at a distance it's look like a mushroom.The prehistoric natives known as the

Manobos ,Talaandigs,higaonons and Bukidnon tribe's love to call it KI-O-KONG until

the advent of colonization. Since then,the place known as KIOKONG. Signifying the

land mark of KIOKONG is alone coconut tree discernible and aptly perched at the

lowland situatide at the crossroads of Poblacion. Local residents call i "BUGTONG

LUBI".It was the center of activity during those years. It is believe however ,that

because of their customs and traditions , death the residents of native dato brought

the natives and migrants to the present Poblacion (KIOKONG) Quezon.

 Quezon was originally a part of the municipality of Maramag, but it became an

independent municipality on December 6, 1969. The town was named in honor of

the former President of the Philippines, Manuel L. Quezon. The history of Quezon

dates back to the pre-colonial era when the area was inhabited by the Manobo and

Higaonon tribes. The Manobos were known for their warrior culture and resistance

against foreign invaders, while the Higaonons were skilled farmers and traders.

During the Spanish colonial period, Quezon was under the jurisdiction of the

municipality of Malaybalay. The Spanish authorities established several settlements

in the area to control the indigenous tribes and to promote the cultivation of crops

such as rice and corn.

In the American colonial period, Quezon became a town and was named after

Manuel L. Quezon, the President of the Philippine Commonwealth at the time.

During World War II, Quezon played a significant role in the Philippine resistance

movement against the Japanese occupation. The town was a strategic location for

the guerrilla forces, who used the rugged terrain to their advantage.

In the post-war era, Quezon became known for its agriculture, particularly the

cultivation of rice, corn, and sugarcane. The town also became a hub for

transportation and trade due to its location along the Sayre Highway.

Today, Quezon is a peaceful and scenic town that offers visitors a chance to

experience the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Bukidnon. The town's rich

history and cultural traditions are celebrated during the Kaamulan Festival, which is a

major event in the region.