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OCC Reserve Officer's Training Corps Unit, Opol (2026)

26/05/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗢𝗻 𝟭𝟳 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗢𝗖𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗨) 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟮𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 (𝗖𝗢𝗤𝗖)𝗮𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

The day commenced with a battalion formation led by 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗕. 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗯𝗼 (𝟭𝗖𝗟), followed by the QR code attendance conducted by the aspirants in the OCC Gym, ensuring order, readiness, and strict accountability among all cadets within the unit.

Moreover, inside the gym, a Praise and Worship session was held and it was led by 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣. 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼. This session focused on building the moral and spiritual foundation of the cadets, emphasizing God’s favor for those who walk uprightly and encouraging continuous spiritual growth.

Simultaneously, the basic cadettes gathered in the gym for a specialized lecture titled “𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴.” The instructional session was facilitated by Task Force Oro, represented by 𝗧𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗼 𝗩. 𝗧𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗮 (𝗜𝗡𝗙) 𝗣𝗔, 𝗖𝗣𝗟 𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗦. 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲 (𝗜𝗡𝗙) 𝗣𝗔, and 𝗦𝗚𝗧 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗖. 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 (𝗜𝗡𝗙) 𝗣𝗔, together with the ROTC Officers. The comprehensive training focused on proper firing positions, alongside a practical demonstration on the Disassembly and Assembly of the Rifle to enhance technical weapon handling skills, tactical knowledge, and military discipline. On the other hand, 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 (𝟭𝗖𝗟) spearheaded a lecture on 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, sharpening the cadets' strategic thinking and field leadership.

The training concluded with the successful QR Code attendance testing led by C/MAJ Lordjeric P. Bernales, 1CL, strengthening accountability and monitoring within the unit. The entire activity was carried out under the guidance of LTC ANSHARY U PUMBAYA INF (GSC) PA, Commandant; COL MANUEL B ESTANILLA GSC (MI) PA, Assistant Commandant; 1LT MELVIN C CLAPANO PA (RES); Mr Jan MIchael M Japzon, and Sgt Don Mark R. Olarte (Inf) PA, with the dedicated support of the GMA Training Staff and the 1CL and 2CL Cadet Officers.

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30/04/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐂/𝐌𝐀𝐉 𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐃 𝐉𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐂 𝐏. 𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒 (𝟏𝐂𝐋)! 🎉🫡🇵🇭

Today, the Opol Community College ROTC Unit stands at attention to celebrate the birthday of our Battalion S1 Personnel Officer, C/MAJ Lord Jeric P. Bernales (1CL).

Sir Bernales, your unwavering dedication to our unit’s strength and professional growth have truly transformed our S1 section’s capabilities. Your commitment drives us all to work harder, and we remain fully committed to precision and excellence under your command.

Through your leadership, we have learned that being a great personnel officer requires more than just managing records—it demands attention to detail, integrity, and a selfless heart for service. You don’t just oversee the system; you show us how to serve with discipline and honor.

Thank you, Sir Bernales, for being the backbone of the Battalion S1 section and a constant source of motivation for every cadet. Your legacy of excellence is woven into the very fabric of this unit.

May your day be filled with well-deserved honor, joy, and continued success in all your future missions. We are proud to serve under your command!

From your Opol Community College ROTC Unit Family.

25/04/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗢𝗻 12 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗢𝗖𝗖 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗨) 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟭𝟭𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 9𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 (𝗖𝗢𝗤𝗖) 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹, 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲-𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀.
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‎The activity commenced with the attendance of advance officers led by 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗕. 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗯𝗼 (1CL), followed by battalion formation under 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗭. 𝗙𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗮 (1CL) and QR code attendance led by 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 (1CL), ensuring accountability and organization among cadets.
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‎Subsequently, a 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 session was conducted at the gym, led by 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣. 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼 and her team, instilling faith, unity, and moral guidance. In parallel, lectures for HQ Battalion, COQC aspirants and advance officers were held at the AVR under 𝗣𝘀. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗴, emphasizing 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲, and 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 grounded in strong ethical values.
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‎Further strengthening leadership skills, a lecture on 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 was conducted at Room 104 by 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗹 𝗜𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗯𝗮𝘀 (1CL), focusing on effective command and responsibility at the unit level.
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‎Simultaneously, 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗮 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗻 carried out 𝐑𝐀𝐀𝐓𝐈 training at the field under the supervision of 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗝𝗮𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗮 (1CL), alongside 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗖𝗣𝗧 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗝𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗼 (2CL), 𝗧𝗦𝗚 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻, and 𝗦𝗚𝗧 𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗥. 𝗢𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲. The training incorporated drills, rest intervals, and water breaks to enhance endurance, teamwork, and discipline.
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‎Meanwhile, selected cadets from the Medics Platoon underwent 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (𝐁𝐋𝐒) training led by 𝗦𝗚𝗧 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗮𝘆, equipping them with essential life-saving skills. Inside the gym, basic cadets attended lectures on 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏 led by 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗖𝗣𝗧 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘀 (2CL), followed by 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 facilitated by 𝗖𝗱𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗥𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗢𝗰𝗼 (1CL), highlighting communication, coordination, and military fundamentals. Additionally, selected members of the MP Platoon were tasked with food preparation for aspirants and advance officers, demonstrating teamwork and service support within the unit.

The training conclude with successful QR Code attendance lead by C/MAJ Lordjeric P. Bernales, 1CL, strengthening accountability and monitoring within the unit. The entire activity was carried out under the guidance of LTC ANSHARY U PUMBAYA INF (GSC) PA, Commandant; COL MANUEL B ESTANILLA GSC (MI) PA, Assistant Commancant; Mr Jan Michael M Japzon, and Sgt Don Mark R Olarte (INF) PA with the dedicated support of the GMA Training staff's 1CL and 2CL Cadet officers.

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10/04/2026

‎𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗢𝗖𝗖 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗨) 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟴𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗸𝗼 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻, 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮, 𝗖𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.
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‎To honor the bravery and ultimate sacrifice of our ancestors and fallen heroes, the Graduate Military Assistants (GMA) and Advance Officers of OCC ROTCU participate in the 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡. The solemn celebration commenced with a flag-raising ceremony, symbolizing the enduring spirit of Filipino freedom.
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‎The commemorative program featured inspiring messages from distinguished leaders. 𝗔𝗕𝗖 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗼𝘂 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗰, who revisited the historical hardships of the Bataan Death March. 𝗠𝗔𝗝𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗜𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗘 𝗕 𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗬𝗥𝗢𝗡 𝗝𝗥, Commander of the 4th Infantry Division, who expressed profound gratitude to the nation's heroes and acknowledged the personnel dedicated to preserving this legacy. 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗹𝗮𝘀, representing Honorable Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy, who reflected on the courage of our forefathers as a source of strength in facing modern-day challenges.
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‎The activity was carried out under the professional guidance of 𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗘𝗟 𝗕 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔 𝗚𝗦𝗖 (𝗠𝗜) 𝗣𝗔, Assistant Commandant, ensuring the unit continues to uphold the values of patriotism, discipline, and national service.
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09/04/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐂/𝐌𝐀𝐉 𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐉𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐔𝐀 (𝟏𝐂𝐋)! 🎉🫡🇵🇭

Today, the Opol Community College ROTC Unit stands at attention to celebrate the birthday of our Alpha Company Commander, C/MAJ Erick Jan Nacua (1CL).

Sir Erick, your unwavering commitment to excellence and high-standard leadership have truly transformed our unit’s capabilities. Your dedication drives us to work harder, and we are fully committed to executing your vision with discipline and precision.

Through your mentorship, we have learned that true leadership requires more than just command—it demands relentless effort, unwavering discipline, and a heart for service. You don't just lead the way; you show us how to walk it with integrity and strength.

Thank you, Sir Naks, for being the backbone of Alpha Company and a constant source of inspiration for every cadet. Your legacy of leadership is etched into the very fabric of this unit.

May your day be filled with well-deserved honor, joy, and continued success in all your future missions. We are proud to serve under your command!

From your Opol Community College ROTC Unit Family.

07/04/2026

‎𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐂/𝐂𝐏𝐓. 𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐊 𝐁. 𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐘 (𝟐𝐂𝐋)! 🎉🫡🇵🇭
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‎Today, we proudly celebrate the birthday of our Alpha Platoon Leader, C/CPT. Egie Mark B. Tinoy (2CL). Sir Egie, your unwavering dedication, discipline, and strong leadership continue to inspire every cadet in the corps. You lead not only with authority, but with integrity, setting a standard of excellence that motivates us to always give our best.
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‎Through your guidance, we are shaped into more responsible, resilient, and committed individuals. You have shown us that true leadership is not just about command, but about service, sacrifice, and leading by example. Your efforts play a vital role in strengthening our character and preparing us for greater responsibilities in the future.
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‎Thank you for being a mentor, a motivator, and a role model to all of us. Your leadership leaves a lasting impact on the unit, and we are truly honored to be under your command.
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‎May your special day be filled with blessings, success, and continued achievements in your journey. From your Opol Community College ROTC Unit family, Happy Birthday, Sir Egie!
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04/04/2026

𝘼𝙉𝙉𝙊𝙐𝙉𝘾𝙀𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 | 𝙉𝙊 𝙍𝙊𝙏𝘾 𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙈𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝙏𝙃𝙄𝙎 𝙎𝙐𝙉𝘿𝘼𝙔

To all OCC ROTC Cadets and Cadettes,

Please be advised that there will be NO ROTC Formation this Sunday, April 5, 2026.

In observance of Holy Week (Easter Sunday), there will be no ROTC formation. Your safety and spiritual well-being are our top priority. Let us take this opportunity to rest, reflect, and appreciate the true significance of Holy Week in our lives as Christians.

All regular training schedules and formations will resume after the Holy Week break. We look forward to your prompt return and continued active participation. Thank you for your understanding and unwavering commitment to the OCC ROTC Program. Let us continue to exemplify excellence and dedication in everything we do, both inside and outside ROTC.

25/03/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗢𝗻 𝟮𝟮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗢𝗖𝗖 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗨) 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆. 𝗨𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗔𝗔𝗧𝗜 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
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‎The day commenced with a formation led by C/MAJ Lordjeric P Bernales, 1CL, followed by the departure of Advance Officers for their reporting duty at Liceo de Cagayan. To ensure maximum accountability, the unit utilized its QR Code Attendance System before proceeding to specialized instruction.
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‎A core highlight of the morning was the series of lectures on 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. Basic Cadets, gathered at the OCC Gymnasium led by 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼. And, advance Officers conducted a session at the AVR under the guidance of 𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗠ANUEL 𝗕 𝗘STANILLA 𝗚𝗦𝗖 (𝗠𝗜) 𝗣𝗔, Assistant Commandant. Meanwhile, COQC Aspirants held a separate session at Room 104, facilitated by 𝗠𝗦𝗴 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘆 𝗜 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗯𝗲 (𝗜𝗻𝗳) 𝗣𝗔. These lectures emphasized discipline, integrity, and leadership, reflecting a commitment to service and humility.
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‎Additionally, 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 took to the OCC Grounds for intensive drills, focusing on the 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 and precision movements. These field exercises are critical for maintaining the high standards of military ceremony and tactical coordination. Simultaneously, selected cadets underwent a rigorous 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. This assessment challenged their mastery of military science, organization, and regulations, ensuring the unit is academically prepared to defend its standing during the inspection.
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‎Simultaneously, the unit intensified its technical and academic training across various companies. Bravo, Charlie, and HQ companies engaged in a lecture Military Correspondence led by 𝗖/𝗟𝗧𝗖 𝗞𝘆𝗹𝗮 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗼𝗻, 𝟭𝗖𝗟, mastering the protocols of military communication. Meanwhile, 𝗔𝗙𝗣 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 & 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 delivered by 𝗠𝗦𝗴 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘆 𝗜. 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗯𝗲 (𝗜𝗻𝗳) 𝗣𝗔 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖/𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗝𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗮𝗵 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀, 𝟭𝗖𝗟, they discussed the core responsibilities and leadership principles within the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Therefore, 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 was delivered by 𝗖/𝗠𝗮𝗷 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗹𝗮, 𝟭𝗖𝗟, focused on the essential lecture on the Philippine Army’s critical role in civil defense and community assistance. Lastly, 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐆𝐀𝐃) was facilitated by 𝗖/𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗟𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝟭𝗖𝗟, a session on S*x and Gender Development, fostering a culture of equality and awareness within the corps.
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‎The training concluded with the successful QR Code attendance testing led by C/MAJ Lordjeric P. Bernales, 1CL, strengthening accountability and monitoring within the unit. The entire activity was carried out under the guidance of LTC ANSHARY U PUMBAYA INF (GSC) PA, Commandant; COL MANUEL B ESTANILLA GSC (MI) PA, Assistant Commandant; 1LT MELVIN C CLAPANO PA (RES); Mr Jan MIchael M Japzon, and Sgt Don Mark R. Olarte (Inf) PA, with the dedicated support of the GMA Training Staff and the 1CL and 2CL Cadet Officers.
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18/03/2026

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻's 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
The Opol Community College Reserve Officers' Training Corps Unit (OCC ROTCU) proudly joins the nation in celebrating National Women’s Month this March 1–31, 2026, with the theme: "WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society."

This celebration honors the formidable strength, dedication, and leadership of women in uniform. Our unit stands in tribute to the female cadets who prove every day that the heart of a soldier knows no gender—only a deep commitment to the motherland.

As the message on our banner states: "In uniform or not, women carry the strength of a nation—their courage in service is a testament that patriotism has no gender." This reminds us that love for the country is not defined by who you are, but by your willingness to serve with honor.

At OCC ROTCU, we celebrate these trailblazers who embody our core values: Honor, Patriotism, and Duty. They are the living examples of modern heroism, breaking barriers and setting a standard of excellence for every cadet.

We reaffirm our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual is empowered to lead with integrity and contribute to a stronger, more inclusive, and sovereign Philippines.

18/03/2026

‎𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗢𝗻 𝟭𝟱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗢𝗖𝗖 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗨) 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆, 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗖𝗖 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀.
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‎The day commenced with a formation led by 𝗟𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗷𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗣 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 (𝟭𝗖𝗟), followed by QR code attendance. At the OCC Gym, 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼 conducted a 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, challenging cadets to be models of faith, love, and purity.
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‎Simultaneously, a specialized segment for the 𝟭𝗖𝗟, 𝟮𝗖𝗟 𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗢𝗤𝗖 𝗔𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 also conducted a 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 delivered by 𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗘𝗟 𝗕 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔 𝗚𝗦𝗖 (𝗠𝗜) 𝗣𝗔, This session further emphasized spiritual resilience and steadfastness. Furthermore, the COQC Aspirants also attended a lecture on 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 delivered by 𝗠𝗦𝗴 𝗚𝗶𝗺𝗺𝘆 𝗜 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗯𝗲 (𝗜𝗡𝗙) 𝗣𝗔, urging them to remain mentally tough and uphold the highest ROTC values throughout the demanding qualifying course.
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‎The morning transitioned into specialized training modules as companies were deployed across the campus. Alpha Company utilized the OCC Grounds for the preparation of the upcoming 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐑𝐀𝐀𝐓𝐈), focusing on precision drills that enhance coordination and esprit de corps.
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‎Charlie, Medics, and HQ Companies gathered at the 2nd Floor Conference Room for a lecture on 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. Conducted by 𝟭𝗟𝗧 𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗩𝗜𝗡 𝗖 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗢 𝗣𝗔 (𝗥𝗘𝗦) Meanwhile, Bravo Companies proceeded to the 3rd Floor for 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐 (𝐌𝟏𝟔). Under the expert instruction of 𝗦𝗦𝗴 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗝 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 (𝗜𝗡𝗙) 𝗣𝗔 and 𝗦𝗦𝗴 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗧 𝗦𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻 (𝗜𝗡𝗙) 𝗣𝗔, focusing on safety and technical assembly.

‎The training concluded with the successful QR Code attendance testing led by C/MAJ Lordjeric P. Bernales, 1CL, strengthening accountability and monitoring within the unit. The entire activity was carried out under the guidance of LTC ANSHARY U PUMBAYA INF (GSC) PA, Commandant; COL MANUEL B ESTANILLA GSC (MI) PA, Assistant Commandant; 1LT MELVIN C CLAPANO PA (RES); Mr Jan MIchael M Japzon, and Sgt Don Mark R. Olarte (Inf) PA, with the dedicated support of the GMA Training Staff and the 1CL and 2CL Cadet Officers.
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