Project Paglaum
(HOPE)
About Catubig
Catubig is a landlocked municipality situated in the province of Northern Samar, within the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Positioned along the banks of the Catubig River, it lies in the northeastern part of Samar Island. The municipality encompasses an area of approximately 217.02 square kilometers and, as per the 2020 census, has a population of 32,174 residents
Historically, Catubig holds significance due to the Siege of Catubig in April 1900, a notable event during the Philippine–American War where Filipino forces engaged U.S. troops in a four-day battle.
The municipality comprises 47 barangays, including several in the Poblacion area, and is characterized by its rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes.
About Us
Join us in our mission to provide quality education and support to aspiring students. Together, we can make a difference.
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Inspired by the Waray term "Paglaum" meaning "Hope," Project Paglaum empowers a deserving student from Catubig to pursue her dreams of graduating from the special education program. The Student, whose financial limitations threatens her aspirations, will now have access to Bachelor of Special Needs in St. Scholastica’s College, Manila.
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St. Scholastica's
College,
Manila
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Our Team.
At the heart of Project Paglaum is a passionate and purpose-driven team that believes in the transformative power of education and inclusion. Bound by a shared mission to create a more equitable and inclusive educational landscape, the team is committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to pursue their dreams in Special Education. In turn, this empowers them to uplift and support children with special needs in Catubig, Northern Samar. With heart, experience, and purposeful action, our team works tirelessly to bring about meaningful and lasting change.
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Our Philosophy
We believe every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of ability. We also believe that lasting change starts at the grassroots level—by empowering local youth to become educators, advocates, and leaders in their own communities.
Yasmin De Asis Reyes-Angeles
Project Leader and Coordinator based in Virginia, USA
Jocelyn De Asis-Bartolome
Co-Lead, Project coordinator based in Connecticut, USA
Board Member Dexter De Asis-Galit
Co-Lead, Project Coordinator based in Catubig
Al Dela Paz
Co-lead, Fundraising Coordinator
Dr. Lyra Paragas-Lluz
Co-Lead, Scholarship and Community Development Coordinator
Our Advisers.
Sr. Agnella Capili, OSB
Dean of Music, St. Scholastica's College Manila
Ms. Imelda Valenzuela
Retired Teacher and former Special Education Center Principal in Catarman, Northern Samar
Ms. Rizalina Hipe Angeles, Ed.D,
Retired District Supervisor
School Administrator Fair Gems Academy, Inc.
Catubig Northern, Samar
Mr. Gil Gonzales
Chief Executive and Founder of College and Career Preparedness PH, Chief Executive and Founder of Acedemix