Agusan del Sur State University (ADSSU) formally recognized Aldrin Gatoc Gardose, LPT, a graduate of the Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Science (Batch 2025), for placing Top 5 in the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) – Secondary Level with a rating of 94.20%.

The recognition ceremony highlighted the University’s pride in Mr. Gardose’s accomplishment, which serves as a testament to the quality of teacher education and academic excellence fostered by ADSSU.

As part of the University’s incentive program for outstanding licensure examination performers, Mr. Gardose received a monetary incentive and a certificate of recognition in acknowledgment of his exceptional achievement.

Present during the activity were Dr. Joy C. Capistrano, University President, Dr. Carmelo S. Llanto, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Quality Assurance, Dr. Ferdinand A. Dumalagan, Vice President for Research, Innovation, Development, and Extension Affairs, and the College of Teacher Education Faculty, who personally conveyed their congratulations and words of encouragement to the awardee.

Reflecting on his achievement, Mr. Gardose encouraged aspiring educators to trust the process and remain patient in pursuing their goals, emphasizing that opportunities come at the right time.

His accomplishment stands as a source of pride and inspiration for the entire ADSSU community.