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The Commission on Higher Education β Regional Office 1 continued celebrations for CHEDβs 32nd Anniversary and the 6th Higher Education Week with a Money Mindset, Body Balance activity on May 20, 2026, via Zoom.
The program highlighted financial literacy and mental well-being through energizing activities and insightful webinars.
The event drew more than a hundred online attendees from Higher Education Institutions and organizations in Region 1.
The day began with morning energizers as CHED-RO1 employees led a Zumba session to boost physical wellness and camaraderie.
In a message delivered by CHED-RO1 Regional Director Dr. Cherrie Melanie Ancheta-Diego, CESO III, the importance of blending financial resilience with mental wellness was underscored as a pathway to a more prepared and productive workforce.
The webinar sessions opened with Money Mindset in the morning and Body Balance in the afternoon.
In the financial wellness segment, Ms. Angeline C. Go, New Generation Director of the Rotary Club of Metro San Fernando, La Union, offered practical tips for budgeting, saving, and smart spending in an increasingly digital economy. Atty. Algen S. Gomez, CPA, President of the League of Municipal Treasurers of La Union, Inc., spoke about building confidence in money management for individuals and public sector professionals, including tools to improve financial decision-making.
The afternoon session focused on mental resilience and personal growth. Ms. Dixie Ann A. Palmos, RPm Health & Wellness Program Coordinator of SIFCare Science of Identity Foundation, discussed understanding stress, recognizing signs of burnout, and practical strategies to maintain mental well-being. Dr. Leah Solmerin-Corpuz, CEO and Lead Trainer of LASC Learning Solutions, spoke about self-awareness and personal development to align oneβs present self with future aspirations.
The overarching aim of the program was to empower attendees with practical financial literacy and mental health insights, reinforcing the broader objective of a future-ready Bagong Pilipinas.
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