Quezon City, January 2026 — The Philippine Catholic Schools Standards – Basic Education (PCSS-BE) Commission convened a productive meeting at the Phoenix Publishing House Inc. Building to prepare key modules, plans, and procedures for the upcoming roll-out of the PCSS-BE 2nd edition.
The meeting was led by Fr. Alain P. Manalo, Chair of the PCSS Commission, and Dr. Cynthia Arcadio, Chair of the PCSS-BE Technical Consultants (TCs), together with the other TCs: Ms. Simonet Barrosa, Fr. Elmer Dizon, Mr. Jose Ramelle Javier, Dr. Miguel Rapatan, Dr. Amelia Ronquillo, and Msgr. Michael Feliciano Veneracion.
The discussions centered on key preparations for the successful roll-out of the PCSS-BE 2nd edition. These included finalizing modules for orientation and training, planning the recruitment and development of trainers, reviewing potential trainers, creating a tentative schedule of roll-out activities, and clarifying procedures for school requests and documentation of PCSS implementation.
The meeting emphasized collaborative planning to ensure that the roll-out would be systematic, well-documented, and responsive to the needs of Catholic schools. Members also discussed strategies for engaging trainers effectively and ensuring that participating schools receive comprehensive guidance in self-assessment and implementation.
The outcomes of this meeting mark a significant step forward in CEAP’s continuing mission to support Catholic schools in achieving high standards of quality education, faith formation, and institutional sustainability.
The Philippine Catholic Schools Standards (PCSS) provide a framework for continuous improvement and sustainability in Catholic schools nationwide. By upholding the highest standards of Catholic education, the PCSS ensures that these institutions remain committed to faith formation, academic excellence, and the holistic development of students in alignment with the teachings of the Catholic Church.