The Storytelling Contest featured amazing tales that captivated the audience, while the Scavenger Hunt had teams solving clues and uncovering hidden gems. The day ended on a heartfelt note with powerful performances during the Spoken Word Poetry session. Day 2 was equally thrilling, starting with the Family Feud: National Book Week Edition, where teams showcased their literary knowledge in a fun and competitive trivia game. The Cosplay Contest brought book characters to life with stunning costumes and performances, culminating in a memorable awards ceremony that celebrated everyone’s achievements

Congratulations to all the winners and participants for making this celebration unforgettable!

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The session provided essential information on semester requirements, graduation matters, upcoming events, and available college programs. Department heads from the College Department discussed the range of courses offered at OCT, while Senior High School Department heads led the orientation, offering a detailed overview of the second semester.

With graduation approaching, this seminar served as a roadmap for the final stretch of their academic journey, helping Grade 12 students prepare for their next steps at OCT.

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Olivarez College Tagaytay celebrates the outstanding success of its newly registered nurses, who achieved an impressive 96.30% passing rate in the 2024 Nurse Licensure Examination. Out of 28 first-time takers, 27 passed, surpassing the national passing rate of 84.99%. This remarkable achievement highlights the dedication and excellence of the college’s nursing program. The entire Olivarez College community is proud of the accomplishments of these new nurses.

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Olivarez College Tagaytay proudly hosted the 7th National Criminology, Forensic Science, and industrial Security Management Student Congress from November 25–27, 2024, under the powerful theme: "AENIGMA: Shaping Prodigies and Innovating Avenues in Pursuit of Justice." For three transformative days, participants experienced groundbreaking insights, dynamic cultural showcases, and unparalleled opportunities to redefine justice and innovation. The grand finale on November 27 was a triumphant celebration of passion, excellence, and the relentless pursuit of justice. This wasn’t just an event—it was a legacy in the making.

Together, we shaped prodigies, ignited change, and set new standards for the future.

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The celebration showcased captivating events like Croquembouche Tower Display Making, Travel Photography, French Art Competition, Waiter's Relay, Battle of Pasta, Bed Making Competition, French Cocktail Mixing, a Fashion Show, and the Move n' Groove Dance Competition.

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The HEELS-UP Project workshop united OC Tagaytay leaders and Barangay San Jose leaders in a meaningful collaboration aimed at fostering community growth. Guided by a shared vision for progress, the event highlighted teamwork and purposeful dialogue. This event was led by the College Dean Dr. Jean Rizza Dela Cruz, RN and the members of the Sangtularan Team from Olivarez College Tagaytay and Brgy. San Jose.

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The IMS and Library Department, led by Ma’am Arline Dela Cruz, in partnership with the NSTP and General Education Department under Ma’am Myrene Dejan, successfully brought smiles to Brgy. San Jose through a heartwarming Gift-Giving Project. Together, we continue to live out the spirit of generosity and community care.

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The Olivarian community celebrates an outstanding achievement as our graduates achieved a 100% passing rate in the September 2024 Licensure Examination for Teachers. This remarkable milestone reflects the hard work, commitment, and excellence of our newly licensed professional teachers. The institution takes pride in their success and looks forward to their contributions to the field of education.

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On December 16, 2023, the Tourism and Hospitality Management (THM) Department of OCT recently held a successful *Industry-Academe Dialogue*, bringing together industry partners, THM alumni, and the Student Council. The event served as a platform for meaningful collaboration, with participants working together to review the THM curriculum and recommend strategies to bridge gaps between academic training and industry demands. This initiative highlights the department’s commitment to aligning education with real-world expectations, ensuring the continued excellence of its graduates.

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The Olivarian community proudly celebrates the achievement of Ms. Cheyeen Heart Javier, CMMS, for ranking Top 9 with an outstanding score of 92.92% in the CMMS online assessment conducted by CPACE Philippines. This remarkable accomplishment highlights her dedication and excellence, bringing pride to the institution and inspiring fellow students.

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On December 13, 2024, the third-year BSN students (Batch 2026) of Olivarez College Tagaytay presented their study, "A Vision for the Future: Community Assessment and Diagnosis of Purok 158" at the OCT Amphitheater. Sharing their work with Level I, II, and IV students, they showcased their efforts in Community Organizing Participatory Action Research (COPAR), highlighting the community’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities through comprehensive data collection and analysis. Their dedication reflects the core values of nursing—compassion, knowledge, and service—proving they are health leaders in the making.

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Olivarez College Tagaytay (OCT) recently celebrated its 20th Founding Anniversary with week-long activities and events that concluded with an awarding and closing program held at the OCT Gymnasium on March 16, 2024. The foundation week was a reflection of the school's past achievements and growth, while also looking forward to the future with hope and youth.

During the closing program, winners of different competitions were announced, including E-Games, Sportsfest, Cheerdance, and Overall Champions for the founding anniversary.

• CHAMPION - STEM Strand
• 1ST RUNNER UP - HUMSS Strand
• 2ND RUNNER UP - BSN & BSCrim Department

For two decades, OCT has been a beacon of knowledge and light that has guided generations of students. In the coming years, the school will continue to educate the Mind, Body, and Soul with a H.E.A.R.T.

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Dr. Jean Rizza Dela Cruz, College Dean, opened the day by assuring the students of a quality education and improvements for the Olivarians. “What we can assure you is that this is a new opportunity for learning and growth," said Dr. Dela Cruz in her opening remarks.

“Rest assured that our faculty members and our members of the administration will be supporting you all the way, so we will be able to achieve your dreams and your goals in life," she added as she talked about the challenges that will be encountered along the student’s academic journey.

Moreover, a surprise was revealed in the orientation, as OCT’s classroom, laboratories, and other facilities are now fully equipped with air conditioning units.

In addition to welcoming the students, OCT held a raffle during the program to distribute merchandise such as tote bags and mugs, as well as cash prizes and a brand new laptop.

Discussion of policies, reminders, and guidance was also done by the respective heads of each department.

The said orientation was conducted in two batches: students from the Bachelor of Science in Criminology, Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and Accounting Information System, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and Bachelor of Science in Information Technology held their orientation in the morning.

On the other hand, the second batch held theirs in the afternoon and consisted of students from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management, Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, Bachelor of Elementary Education, as well as the students of Caregiving and Bread and Pastry Production (TESDA short courses).

Lastly, BS Information Technology was recognized and topped as the outstanding enrollment growth rate for the academic year, while BS Criminology remains the most populated program in OCT.

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At this historic event, educators and support staff from two locations came together for a full day of stimulating workshops aimed at improving curriculum and advancing the campuses' sustainability initiatives. Participants in the orientation sought to improve institutional norms, processes, and curriculum for students and other stakeholders. In addition to providing for the demands of the present needs, Olivarez College is committed to establishing new benchmarks for sustainability in education. This proactive strategy demonstrates a dedication to providing excellence and ongoing development.

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The event focused on "Demystifying Excellence in the Better Normal Landscape," highlighting the students' readiness to move on to the next phase of their lives.

The awards ceremony, which took place at the Convention Center, was attended by excited families, esteemed faculty members, administrators, and honored guests. The commencement theme, "Demystifying Excellence in the Better Normal Landscape," signified a shift from traditional graduation ceremonies while remaining an enjoyable and significant experience.

Dr. Rommel Pilapil Sergio, a scholar and lecturer, delivered a moving speech emphasizing the need to embrace change for better achievement. His words profoundly impacted both the graduates and the audience, stressing the importance of intelligent visioning and adapting to the new normal.

Special awards were given to outstanding students excelling in academic achievement, leadership, and community service

As tassels were turned and caps were thrown, the Class of 2024 officially graduated, feeling palpable excitement and a sense of achievement. They celebrated their accomplishments and looked forward to the future.

Equipped with knowledge and fond memories from their years at OCT, the graduates move forward confidently, ready to face the following stages of their lives. They are inspired to contribute to creating a better normal after the pandemic, building on the knowledge and inspiration gained from their graduation.

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