IPCAP National Convention in Dumaguete Invitation & Program

For those who have not received their letters yet, here is the email version of the Invitation Letter to the IPCAP National Convention in Dumaguete, as well as the Program:

Dear Rev./Sr., Sir, Ma'am,

Greetings of God's love and peace!

The Integrated Professional Counselors Association of the Philippines (IPCAP), Inc., the 1st and only PRC-endorsed and SEC-registered organization of the Registered Guidance Counselors invites you to our 1st National Convention with the theme: "The Professional Guidance Counselor & The Law: Status & Prospects" on January 23-24, 2009 at the Audiovisual Theatre 1, Multimedia Center of the Silliman University, Dumaguete City.

Topics of significant concern to School Administrators, Guidance Counselors, Guidance Teachers and other stakeholders in the field will be tackled. There shall be plenary discussions on the implications of the law (Republic Act No. 9258 or the Guidance and Counseling Act of 2004) from varied perspectives, our legal and professional accountabilities, an orientation/organizational process of IPCAP, and our action in handling clients with victimization histories. Very interesting also will be a workshop on the realities and prospects in the workplace of the professional Guidance Counselors. In all presentations, emphasis will be given to promote a rich exchange of thoughts and experiences to bond the RGCs together as well as keep everyone actively participating.

The attendance of the Guidance Counselor of your school will be highly appreciated. Both the licensed and soon-to-be-licensed will truly benefit from this two-day assembly. Additionally, your graduate students in Counseling-related courses who maybe interested to attend will enjoy special discounts. Please share the attached documents to them. On the other hand, IPCAP Membership is reserved for the Registered Guidance Counselors. Those awaiting their oath-taking have started paying their membership dues, while active membership status commences with their oath and granting of the PRC IDs. The IPCAP Constitution has benefits for the members who maintain their Active status.

Aware of your commitment to the cause of Guidance and Counseling in the Philippines, IPCAP welcomes you to be with us on Jan. 23-24, 2009. CHED, and DepEd endorsements are already available and may be sent via email even as we will also be ready to provide them to the participants.

Here is the Program we will follow:

Day 1: JAN. 23, 2009 (Friday)
A.M. Officer of the Day Dr. Julian R. Montano
7:30 am Registration

8:30 Opening Rites
Invocation Rev. Noel C. Villalba (SU Pastor)
Philippine National Anthem - SU Campus Choristers
Greetings - Dr. Ben S. Malayang III, SU President
Welcome Remarks - Dr. Betsy Joy B. Tan, SU VPAA
Presentation of Participants - Dr. Julian R. Montano
Intermission - SU Campus Choristers
Introduction of the Keynote Speaker: Dr. Rosa Maria I. Llanes

9: 00 Keynote Address - Fr. Roderick Salazar, SVD
Former President, University of San Carlos, Cebu City

10:00 Snacks :

10:30 Plenary 1: Implications of the Law From Varied Perspectives I
Speakers: Dr. Ricardo G. Burgonia (DepEd Reg. 7 OIC)
Dr. Candelario M. Aytona (CHED Reg. 7 OIC)
Dr. Evangeline P. Aguilan (Private School: SU)

12:00 Lunch

1:00 pm Unfreezer

1:15 Plenary 2: Implications of the Law From Varied Perspectives II
Speakers: Rev. Fr. Thadeu Enrique N. Balongag (Administration: Diocesan Schools/COSCA)
Dr. Elizabeth Suba (Assessment)
Dr. Julian R. Montano (Private Practice)
Dr. Lucio B. Mutia (CPE Supervisor, Silliman University)

2:45 IPCAP Organization Process
President's Address: Dr. Rosa Ma. I. Llanes
Financial Report: Mr. Cesar S. Cong
History of IPCAP: Fr. Bernardo R. Collera, SVD
IPCAP Constitution & By-Laws
Facilitators: Dr. Julian R. Montano/ Dr. Alda Perlita S. Polestico

4:00 Ratification of IPCAP Constitution
Officer of the Day PM: Dr. Elvira Irene G. Ramos


Day 2: JAN. 24, 2009 (Saturday)
A.M. Officer of the Day: Ms. Maureen N. Sandejas / Dr. Alda Perlita Polestico

7:30 Registration

8:00 Unfreezer

8:30 Plenary 3: The RGC: Professional & Legal Accountabilities:
Speaker: Fr. Ranhillo C. Aquino Jr. (San Beda College, Manila)
(Snacks will be served)

11:00 Plenary 4: The RGC and Human Rights
Speakers: Dr. Rosa Ma. I. Llanes
Ms Emma Patalinghug, SWO4, DSWD Region 7

12:00 Lunch

1:15 pm Workshops - Guidance & Counseling: Realities and Prospects in the Work Place
Facilitators: Dr. Elvira Irene G. Ramos
Dr. Rosa Ma. I. Llanes
Mr. Cesar S. Cong
Dr. Julian R. Montano

4:30 Closing Ceremonies
Oath Taking of IPCAP Officers and Members
Distribution of Certificates

P.M. Officer of the Day: Fr. Bernardo R. Collera, SVD


God bless us all in this noble endeavor. Thank you.