11/05/2026
Galdoc Turns Over Key of Responsibility at Pinukpuk Vocational School
PINUKPUK, Kalinga -A significant leadership transition took place at Pinukpuk Vocational School on May 11, 2026, as outgoing School Principal III Fernando S. Galdoc formally turned over the key of responsibility to incoming Principal I Evangeline P. Abbacan during a turnover ceremony attended by school officials, stakeholders, and community leaders.
After serving the institution for two years and seven months, Galdoc expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, staff, learners, and stakeholders of the school for their unwavering support and cooperation throughout his tenure.
“Thank you PVS for your unending support and for working with me to realize the theme ‘Leading with vision, serving with purpose,” Galdoc said during his farewell message.
Mercy Grace L. Dugayon, Administrative Officer IV stood with confidence for the message of gratitude saying – “Sir you are also a build, build, build type of a leader, someone who not only create structures but build people. You believe in promoting and developing your employees, encouraging us to do better and be better. In many ways, you reminded us of the great leaders we had before-yet you added your own unique touch: Transparency, accessibility and a generous heart in sharing blessings”.
The highlight of the event was the giving of tokens of gratitude to the former school head Mr. Galdoc and the presentation of every department as the collection of his past leadership graced with a ballad song.
The installation of the new school head was led by Southern Pinukpuk Public Schools District Supervisor Carolina L. Baggay, who conveyed confidence in the leadership capabilities of Abbacan.
Baggay described Abbacan as a competent and committed school head, assuring everyone that Pinukpuk Vocational School would remain in good hands under her leadership.
Meanwhile, the barangay captain commended Galdoc’s effective leadership, noting the positive developments and progress achieved by the school during his administration.
Representing Mayor Jimmy Dasayon, Municipal Information Officer Hilaria Balagso lauded the school for its continuous efforts in molding the youth of Pinukpuk into responsible and productive individuals.
Balagso also encouraged unity and collaboration among the school community as the institution moves forward under new leadership.
“A leader leads depending on the need of the time, so you have to collaborate as one because you are leveling up,” she emphasized during her message.
The ceremony was graced by school heads from Southern Pinukpuk, representatives from the Municipal Bureau of Fire Protection, learners, stakeholders, and the teaching and non-teaching staff of Pinukpuk Vocational School.