LYDC San Miguel, Catanduanes

San Miguel Chess Club, a proud member of the National Youth Commission’s Youth Organization Registration Program, together with the Local Youth Development Office - San Miguel, Catanduanes, and Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal Federation - San Miguel, proudly presents the inaugural San Miguel Chess Cup 2026!

🗓 Date: May 10, 2026 (Sunday)
📍 Venue: 2nd Floor MDRRMO Bldg, District III, San Miguel, Catanduanes
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Join us for an exciting chess tournament featuring Six (6) Rounds of Swiss system pairing, with a 20-minute time control (no increment). The competition will be governed by the current FIDE Laws of Chess – Rapid System.

🏆 Categories:
♟ 15 years old and Below – Entry fee: ₱100 (San Migueliño)
♟ 16 years old and above – Entry fee: ₱150 (San Migueliño)

🏅 Top 10 winners in both categories

15 YEARS OLD AND BELOW
Champion ₱1,500.00 Throphy, Medal and Certificate
2nd Place ₱1,200.00 Medal and Certificate
3rd Place ₱1,000.00 Medal and Certificate
4th Place ₱700.00 Medal and Certificate
5th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
6th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
7th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
8th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
9th Place ₱300.00 Medal and Certificate
10th Place ₱300.00 Medal and Certificate

16 YEARS OLD AND ABOVE
Champion ₱2,000.00 Throphy, Medal and Certificate
2nd Place ₱1,500.00 Medal and Certificate
3rd Place ₱1,000.00 Medal and Certificate
4th Place ₱800.00 Medal and Certificate
5th Place ₱600.00 Medal and Certificate
6th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
7th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
8th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
9th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
10th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate

"All participants will receive a certificate of participation.

For inquiries regarding the full guidelines and event details, please contact Arena International Master, National Arbiter, and SMCC President Jonathan Añonuevo at 0947-372-3327.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your skills, challenge fellow chess enthusiasts, and be part of an unforgettable chess event. See you there! ♟✨

Online Registration Form: https://forms.gle/8XChaLWsB4PCu2QHA

San Miguel Chess Club, a proud member of the National Youth Commission’s Youth Organization Registration Program, together with the Local Youth Development Office - San Miguel, Catanduanes, and Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal Federation - San Miguel, proudly presents the inaugural San Miguel Chess Cup 2026!

🗓 Date: May 10, 2026 (Sunday)
📍 Venue: District II Covered Court, San Miguel, Catanduanes
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Join us for an exciting chess tournament featuring Six (6) Rounds of Swiss system pairing, with a 20-minute time control (no increment). The competition will be governed by the current FIDE Laws of Chess – Rapid System.

🏆 Categories:
♟ 15 years old and Below – Entry fee: ₱100 (San Migueliño)
♟ 16 years old and above – Entry fee: ₱150 (San Migueliño)

🏅 Top 10 winners in both categories

15 YEARS OLD AND BELOW
Champion ₱1,500.00 Throphy, Medal and Certificate
2nd Place ₱1,200.00 Medal and Certificate
3rd Place ₱1,000.00 Medal and Certificate
4th Place ₱700.00 Medal and Certificate
5th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
6th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
7th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
8th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
9th Place ₱300.00 Medal and Certificate
10th Place ₱300.00 Medal and Certificate

16 YEARS OLD AND ABOVE
Champion ₱2,000.00 Throphy, Medal and Certificate
2nd Place ₱1,500.00 Medal and Certificate
3rd Place ₱1,000.00 Medal and Certificate
4th Place ₱800.00 Medal and Certificate
5th Place ₱600.00 Medal and Certificate
6th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
7th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
8th Place ₱500.00 Medal and Certificate
9th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate
10th Place ₱400.00 Medal and Certificate

"All participants will receive a certificate of participation.

For inquiries regarding the full guidelines and event details, please contact Arena International Master, National Arbiter, and SMCC President Jonathan Añonuevo at 0947-372-3327.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your skills, challenge fellow chess enthusiasts, and be part of an unforgettable chess event. See you there! ♟✨

Online Registration Form: https://forms.gle/8XChaLWsB4PCu2QHA

The 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 convened for its Monthly Meeting on March 25, 2026, at the Office of the Mayor, with Vice Mayor Hon. Noel S. Morales -presiding/acting Mayor, with the presence also of Hon. Antonio Torrenueva as the Committee Chair on Education & Hon. Rosalyn L. Bernal the SK President, bringing together key officials and stakeholders to discuss important matters concerning education and local governance.

Key agenda included the review and approval of previous minutes, updates on the SEF Budget presented by the Municipal Budget and Treasury Offices, reporting of accomplishments, and deliberation on purchase requests, along with other relevant concerns.

This meeting reflects the continued commitment of the Local School Board to ensure transparent, efficient, and responsive management of educational resources for the benefit of the community.

𝐒𝐊 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐎𝐛𝐨 successfully complied with the registration and updating of its account in the SK Web Portal. This initiative reflects our commitment to transparency, accountability, and efficient governance in serving the youth.

𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀: 𝐇𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 aims to empower the barangays of San Miguel by strengthening awareness, preparedness, and communication readiness in times of disasters and emergencies.

Through this initiative, we encourage every barangay and Youth Leaders to become more proactive in understanding possible hazards in their communities and to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and systems that can help respond effectively during critical situations. Disaster preparedness is not only about responding when something happens—it is about being ready, informed, and coordinated even before disasters occur.

𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀 also highlights the importance of clear communication and cooperation among community leaders, responders, and residents. By improving communication readiness, barangays can respond faster, minimize risks, and ensure the safety and well-being of their constituents during emergencies.

On this activity also has the 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐢𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, where participants were given the opportunity to learn essential life-saving knowledge and skills that can be used during emergencies and disasters. The session also included an actual demonstration on how to perform cloth stitching for different types of injuries, allowing participants to understand practical first aid techniques that may help in providing immediate care while waiting for professional medical assistance.

Together, we aim to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities in San Miguel through awareness, preparedness, and collective action. Because when communities are prepared, lives can be protected and disasters can be faced with courage and unity.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 & 𝐌𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐥 !! 💕

Even while attending trainings and seminars, our commitment to serve and support our fellow Sangguniang Kabataan Councils continues. Today, we also took the time to assist SK Councils in their registration and compliance with the 𝐒𝐊 𝐖𝐞𝐛 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥 to ensure that all necessary information and documents are properly submitted.

This initiative aims to guide our fellow youth leaders in understanding the process and importance of the SK Web Portal, which promotes transparency, accountability, and organized documentation of SK activities and reports. We believe that by helping one another, we can make the work of every SK Council easier and more efficient.

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 is not only about attending seminars and learning new ideas—it is also about applying those learnings through action and service. Despite the busy schedule of trainings and seminars, we remain committed to extending our assistance to ensure that no SK Council is left behind in complying with the required systems and processes.

Together, through cooperation, dedication, and teamwork, we continue to strengthen youth leadership and good governance in our communities. 💻🤝✨

𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑪𝒐-𝑳𝒂𝒃: 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉

Last March 4, 2026, youth leaders and development officers from across the Province of Catanduanes gathered at the New Sangguniang Bayan Legislative Building for a meaningful and action-driven Youth Development Co-Lab.

The activity brought together Local Youth Development Officers (LYDOs), Sangguniang Kabataan Federation Presidents (SKFPs), and Local Youth Development Council (LYDC) Members in a shared mission: to strengthen partnerships and advance youth development initiatives in our communities.

The program officially opened with an inspiring message from 𝐻𝑜𝑛. 𝑁𝑜𝑒𝑙 𝑆. 𝑀𝑜𝑟𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑠, 𝑉𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝑀𝑎𝑦𝑜𝑟 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑀𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑝𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑜𝑓 𝑆𝑎𝑛 𝑀𝑖𝑔𝑢𝑒𝑙. He emphasized that unified efforts is essential in achieving our shared goals for the youth sector.

Key highlights of the Co-Lab include:

𝘔𝘳. 𝘋𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘚. 𝘛𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘰, 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘳, underscored the importance of synergy and strong collaboration among LYDOs, SK Federation Presidents, and LYDC Members in creating sustainable and impactful youth programs.

Sir Louis Rhey from the National Youth Commission delivered a powerful session on “Leading with Heart: Emotional Intelligence for Youth Development,” reminding participants that effective leadership begins with empathy and self-awareness.

Ms. Nydia Delfin, NYC Bicol Area Officer, presented updates on the Status of LGU Compliances and facilitated a comprehensive discussion and walkthrough of the SK Web Portal.

Sir Benito Lot Reyes from National Youth Commission, discussed the LEAP Program (Leadership, Empowerment, and Advocacy Program), including the Climate Action and Disaster Resilience Module for SK — empowering young leaders to take proactive roles in environmental and disaster preparedness efforts.

Ms. Camille Jade G. Daep
M, representative from Department of the Interior and Local Government Catanduanes shared important updates on Youth Governance Initiatives.

Ms. Alyssa Mae San Juan, representative from the
Department of Agriculture Regional Office V-Bicol introduced Young Farmers Challenge (YFC) and innovative opportunities under the Youth Program for Agriculture and Entrepreneurship, encouraging young people to explore sustainable livelihood and agripreneurship pathways.

The activity concluded with an Open Forum, where participants voiced their concerns, shared best practices, and clarified pressing issues faced in their respective communities — reinforcing that collaboration thrives through open communication.

Closing messages were delivered by Mr. John Joseph P. Tabirao, Local Youth Development Officer of San Miguel, and Ms. Nydia Delfin, who both reaffirmed the commitment to continuous partnership, compliance, and innovation in youth governance.

Together, we build stronger networks, empower communities, and shape a brighter future for the youth.

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑-𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄

Attention to all participating teams!

Please be informed that the 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 for the submission of the following requirements is on March 13, 2026:

✅ Official Line-Up
✅ Photocopy of Voter’s Certification or Photocopy of Voter’s ID
✅ Payment of Entry Fee

We encourage all teams to complete and submit the requirements on or before the stated deadline.

For more inquiries and clarifications, you may message us through our official page:
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐥, 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬.

Thank you and we look forward to an exciting and successful tournament!

_LyDo office

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 𝐒𝐊𝐌𝐅 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐥 – 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐊 𝐖𝐞𝐛 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
February 22,2026

In line with strengthening transparency and accountability, the SKMF San Miguel convened a consultative meeting to address updates and concerns regarding the SK Web Portal compliance & SK Prime. 💻📊

This initiative aims to ensure that all SK Councils are guided, informed, and aligned in submitting accurate and timely reports through the portal.

Together, we work towards full compliance, better coordination, and stronger youth governance in every barangay. 🤝✨

𝗠𝗴𝗮 𝗞𝗮-𝗦𝗞! 🤙🏻

May katanungan o kailangan ng gabay sa inyong mga programa, ulat, liquidation, ABYIP, o iba pang SK concerns? Nandito kami para tumulong.

Inilulunsad ng Sangguniang Kabataan Provincial Federation of Catanduanes ang 𝗦𝗞 𝗚𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗬 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗞 — ang official support hub para sa mga SK-related concerns ng bawat barangay sa lalawigan.

Kasama ang mga volunteer SK Chairpersons mula sa iba’t ibang barangay, layunin naming magbigay ng gabay at teknikal na suporta upang mapabuti ang compliance at implementasyon ng mga programa ng SK.

📍 SKPF Office - Room 13, Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Catanduanes Building
🗓 Bukas tuwing Miyerkules at Biyernes
👥 Para sa lahat ng SK Officials sa Lalawigan ng Catanduanes
Bumisita sa aming opisina sa itinakdang araw.

📌 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝘆𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼 𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗞 𝗻𝗮 𝗻𝗮𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗴𝗶 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗮 𝗦𝗞 𝗚𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗬 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗞, 𝗺𝗮𝗴-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗻𝗮 𝗶𝘁𝗼: https://tinyurl.com/SKGDVolunteerRegistration