Aklan Archives - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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Saint Joseph’s Academy of Malinao, Aklan, Inc. was established in 1947 by Msgr. Jose Yayong Insauriga to provide Catholic education in Malinao after World War II. The school began in a renovated convent and received government recognition in 1953, later becoming a diocesan institution under Rev. Fr. Jose Soriano. It has since expanded from one wooden building to five modern structures and now offers senior high school strands such as HUMSS, GAS, ABM, and soon STEM. The academy remains committed to its mission of developing Christ-centered learners guided by the virtues of St. Joseph. With a strong network of alumni ...

Cultural Institutions

BORACAY ATI TRIBAL ORGANIZATION (BATO) OF BORACAY ISLAND, MALAY, AKLAN, PHILIPPINES

Aklan, Malay, Manoc-Manoc

February 18, 2026

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The Boracay Ati Tribal Organization (BATO) is the first and only recognized Indigenous Peoples’ organization on Boracay Island, established in 1997 to unite the Ati community and advocate for their rights, culture, and ancestral land. Located in Ati Village, Barangay Manoc-Manoc, Malay, Aklan, the group promotes sustainable living while preserving traditional beliefs, values, and their native Inati language. Under the leadership of Chieftain Dela Supetran Justo, BATO has achieved major milestones, including securing ancestral domain and land titles, founding the Bihasin Heritage Center, and establishing the Tubuanan Learning Center for Ati children. The organization actively engages in environmental protection, livelihood ...

Cultural Institutions

MADALAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Aklan, Madalag, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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Madalag Elementary School, located in Poblacion, Madalag, Aklan, was established on January 1, 1934, and has been dedicated to providing quality education under the Department of Education. The school has a rich history, having operated before World War II and resumed classes after the war, continuously producing successful graduates who contribute locally and abroad. At present, the school caters to Kindergarten to Grade Six learners from nearby barangays, within its 20,137 sq. m. campus. In response to learning gaps caused by the pandemic, the school implemented key initiatives such as Project RAPID-LR (Reading and Numeracy Assessment to Profile and Prioritize ...

Cultural Institutions

LEZO TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Aklan, Lezo

February 18, 2026

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Lezo Technical College, located on St. Isidro Street, Poblacion, Lezo, Aklan, is a private school providing technical and vocational education under TESDA programs. It was founded in 1947 by Santiago Iledan and other local citizens and initially operated as a branch of Madyaas Institute. The school gained government recognition in 1961 after its students performed well on the National Achievement Test, becoming independent from its mother school. It was later converted into Lezo Technical College, Inc. in 2009, offering tertiary-level courses and technical programs. The college aims to equip students with practical skills, academic knowledge, and responsible citizenship, preparing them ...

Cultural Institutions

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ST. PETER COUNCIL NO. 5196

Aklan, Ibajay

February 18, 2026

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The Knights of Columbus St. Peter Council No. 5196 is a Catholic fraternal organization located at St. Peter the Apostle Parish, Pob. Ibajay, Aklan. It was officially organized on August 12, 1961. The first council officers included professionals, government employees, and prominent citizens from various fields, along with the parish chaplain. Members traveled to Estancia, Iloilo, and President Roxas, Capiz, to be exemplified to the Second and Third Degrees and strengthen the council. The council continues to actively engage in educational, charitable, religious, and social welfare works while promoting Catholic faith and community service. Monthly meetings are held to review ...

Cultural Institutions

BATAN ACADEMY (A NATIONAL SCHOOL)

Aklan, Batan

February 18, 2026

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Batan Academy is a K–10 educational institution in Ambolong, Batan, Aklan, that aspires to provide a safe, child-friendly, and gender-sensitive learning environment. Founded in 1926 by the local community, the school has grown from humble beginnings in a private residence to a nationally recognized institution offering both academic and vocational programs. Throughout its history, it has overcome challenges such as World War II destruction, economic difficulties, and natural disasters, rebuilding with the support of stakeholders and alumni. The Batan Academy Alumni and Former Students Association (BAAFSA), established in 1949, continues to support the school and maintain community connections. The school ...

Cultural Institutions

AKLAN STATE UNIVERSITY (ASU) MAIN CAMPUS

Aklan, Banga, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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Aklan State University (ASU) Main Campus, located in Banga, Aklan, is a state university that provides higher education in agriculture, science, technology, education, and other related fields. It began in 1917 as the Banga Intermediate School, later becoming Capiz Farm School, Banga Rural High School, and Aklan Agricultural College before evolving into ASU in 2001. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs while emphasizing research, extension services, and community development. ASU has produced successful graduates who contribute to local and national development and participates in cultural activities that celebrate Aklan’s heritage.

Cultural Institutions

BALETE INTEGRATED SCHOOL

Aklan, Balete, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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Balete Integrated School, located in Poblacion, Balete, Aklan, serves learners from Kindergarten to Grade 12, including Special Education (SPED) and Alternative Learning System (ALS) students. Its history dates back to the Spanish period, from Escuela del Rey (Eskwelahan it Hari) to Balete Elementary, and later relocating to its current site to accommodate growth. The school has adopted the K to 12 curriculum and offers programs that prepare students for both higher education and practical careers. The school fosters community collaboration, exemplified by projects like the Pandong, a shelter built for students through combined efforts of parents, teachers, and local partners. ...

Cultural Institutions

ALTAVAS COLLEGE

Aklan, Altavas, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

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Altavas College, located in Sitio Pupos, Barangay Poblacion, Altavas, Aklan, was established through Sangguniang Bayan Resolution No. 27, Series of 2003, to provide affordable education for local youth who could not study in distant cities. The college was founded by Mayor Denny D. Refol, who aimed to help underprivileged families by creating a local institution for higher learning. It officially opened on April 14, 2003, with 140 students and has since expanded its programs, including Criminology and Education, both later granted CHED compliance certifications. The college has also embraced the K–12 program and continues to grow under the leadership of ...

Significant Personalities

EUGENIO TUMBAGAHAN TUDERIOS

Aklan, Tangalan

February 18, 2026

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Eugenio Tumbagahan Tuderios, born on September 6, 1894, in Dumatad, Tangalan, Aklan, was a dedicated public servant who held various government positions from the 1910s to the 1950s. He served as Barrio Lieutenant, Deputy Assessor, Municipal Councilor, and later as Municipal President of Makato. During World War II, he played a key role in separating Tangalan from Makato and was appointed Mayor of Tangalan under Executive Order No. 12 issued by Governor Tomas Confessor. He also became Deputy Governor of Capiz and a delegate to the Liberal Party’s national convention.

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Cultural Mapping Of Panay and Guimaras

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