Partido State Universityโs College of Education (CED) formally marked a defining milestone for 190 pre-service teachers through its Pinning and Candle Lighting Ceremony on January 15, 2026, a solemn rite that signifies their readiness to advance to the teaching internship and embrace the responsibilities of the profession.
Guest speaker Ms. Missy P. Seldis, a BSED Science alumna, cum laude graduate, and former student leader, currently serving as a Special Science Teacher I at San Jose National High School, San Jose District, delivered an inspiring message highlighting the transformative power of education and the enduring influence of teachers in nation-building. โYou are here because we believe in your potentialโthe children need you, the country needs you,โ she shared. She urged the pre-service teachers to approach their field experience with humility, dedication, and compassion, emphasizing that teachingโwhether in service or in preparationโis both a privilege and a responsibility.
The ceremony underscored the transition of the pre-service teachers from theory to practice. ย The pinning symbolized their commitment to the teaching vocation, while the candle lighting represented the transmission of knowledge, values, and responsibility that educators carry into the classroom and the wider community.
University officials, faculty members, and proud families witnessed the ceremony, reflecting the ย strong collective support behind the formation of future educators. The event also reaffirmed the Universityโs commitment to strengthening teacher education through holistic development on competence, character, and service.
As the 190 pre-service teachers prepare to enter real classroom environments, the Pinning and Candle lighting Ceremony stood as a powerful reminder to their callingโcarry the light of learning, inspire hope, and make a lasting difference in the lives of future generations.
