Eight Cebu Graduates Shine in March 2025 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers

Cebu has once again proven its mettle in the field of education as eight graduates from Cebu-based institutions secured top spots in the March 2025 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) secondary level. This remarkable achievement highlights the quality of education provided by Cebu’s universities and the dedication of its aspiring educators.

Leading the Pack
Jeanlyn Guinita Colipano of Cebu Technological University-Danao emerged as the topnotcher with an impressive rating of 93.80%. Her exceptional performance underscores the rigorous training and academic excellence fostered by Cebu Technological University.

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Other Top Performers
Following Colipano, several other graduates from Cebu schools made their mark in the top ten list:

• 6th Place: Lei Mykylls Semaña Fernandez from Cebu Normal University, with a rating of 92.80%.
• 7th Place: Margaux Amatos Bailon, also from Cebu Normal University, achieving a 92.60% rating.
• 8th Place: Marie Jessa Lisondra Montemayor of Cebu Technological University-Main, with a 92.40% rating.
• 9th Place: Janine Napoles from Cebu Institute of Technology-University, who secured a rating of 92.20%.
• 10th Place: Three graduates shared this spot with a rating of 92.00%:
  • Geremie Fegarido Generale of Cebu Normal University
  • Nelia Soler Gutierrez from Cebu Technological University-Main
  • Sheen Sarsaba Montezon of Cebu Technological University-Argao

A Testament to Excellence
The success of these graduates reflects the dedication of their respective institutions in nurturing future educators who are well-equipped to inspire the next generation of learners. Cebu Normal University, in particular, has been a consistent performer in national licensure examinations, reaffirming its reputation as a premier teacher-training institution. Similarly, Cebu Technological University and Cebu Institute of Technology-University have demonstrated their commitment to academic excellence and professional preparation.

Inspiration for Aspiring Educators
This achievement not only brings pride to Cebu but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring teachers across the region. It underscores the importance of perseverance, discipline, and a passion for teaching—qualities that these topnotchers exemplify.

Recognizing the Role of Educators
The Department of Education and the Commission on Higher Education have consistently emphasized the critical role of teachers in nation-building. The outstanding performance of Cebu’s graduates in the LEPT serves as a reminder of the importance of investing in teacher education and development.

Looking Ahead
As these topnotchers embark on their careers, they carry with them the hopes and expectations of their alma maters and the communities they will serve. Their achievements signal a bright future for education in the Philippines, driven by dedicated educators committed to making a difference.

Cebu’s remarkable showing in the March 2025 LEPT is not just a celebration of individual success but a testament to the collective effort of students, educators, and institutions in raising the bar for education excellence in the country.