29/04/2026
With great pride, CESB invites all CESOs and Third Level Eligibles to “Lugom Dayaw”, a program which immerses (“lugom”) participants in the richness, diversity, and dynamism of Philippine history, arts, and culture (“dayaw”) through a transformative learning experience which: 1) redefines history, arts, and culture as tools, resources, and perspectives for governance, development, and nation building; 2) empowers CES members as duty bearers, stewards, and champions of “dayaw”; and which 3) forges partnerships and inspires collaborative action in creating a society that is free, inclusive, vibrant, and uniquely Filipino.
Richly endowed in colonial history, arts, and culture which have been meticulously preserved over the years as material and intangible heritage, the town of Taal in Batangas is esteemed as “the living portrait of a nostalgic past”. Renowned as a “living museum” after its proclamation in 1987 as a National Historical Landmark by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, Taal showcases pristine “bahay na bato” ancestral mansions, centuries-old cathedrals, the majestic “casa real” and other architectural icons, age-old cultural crafts and native industries, and unique culinary traditions and classic Batangueño cuisine, all dating back to its founding in 1572. Radiating the unique charm and sophisticated elegance of Filipino-Spanish colonial society woven into its fascinating history, Taal was shaped by an era of awakening, dissent, and turbulence ushering in the Revolution which inaugurated the nation’s quest for freedom, sovereignty, and a national identity.
Carefully preserved and stewarded over the centuries, Taal is now promoted as the premiere tourism destination in Batangas. Heritage, arts and culture (HAC) have been institutionalized as a vital cornerstone of governance and planning anchoring Taal’s strategic development. HAC now serves as the primary resource and driver in shaping Taal’s identity and inspiring its socio-cultural renewal, fostering inclusive and empowered citizenship, boosting sustainable tourism and local economic growth, and in enhancing development. Taal’s eco-system of institutions and communities and the nexus of collaborative partnerships constitute an inclusive framework not only for navigating current problems and emerging challenges, but also for crafting strategic directions for the future of Taal and its HAC.
Let CESB feast your senses, fascinate your imagination, and inspire pride in your heart! Join the CES Club and discover, experience, and be part of the journey that bridges the past and the future of Taal, as we rediscover the soul of Taal, immerse in her heart, and transform the road to her future.
The journey unfolds on 20-21 May 2026. Sessions start at 8:00 am on 20 May 2026 (Wednesday). Venue to be announced soon. Accredited for sixteen (16) training hours.
To register, click the following link: cesboard.gov.ph/ly/CESCLUB Registration is strictly required before payment. Learning investment fee of PhP 2,000.00 only (to cover full board and lodging except dinners). Payments without registration are NOT ACCEPTED. Registration deadline is on 15 May 2026 (Friday).
Hurry! Only limited slots available on a “first-come, first-served” basis.
For more information, please: 1) visit our website: www.cesboard.gov.ph; 2) call telephone numbers: 8-951-4981 to 85 (TL), locals – 110, 111 and 126, or; 3) e-mail us at: [email protected].