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31st Charter Day Celebration
and Kalibulung Festival 2026

Theme: Forging Sustainable Futures

February 10–13, 2026 · Charter Day & Kalibulung Festival
February 7–9, 2026 · Day 0 – Students’ Activities
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From DRIFT to DNSC:
Forging Sustainable Futures

Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) traces its roots to Davao del Norte School of Fisheries (DaNSoF) and Davao Regional Institute of Fisheries Technology (DRIFT) and was officially converted into DNSC on February 14, 1995 through Republic Act No. 7879.

Guided by the theme “Forging Sustainable Futures”, the College affirms its commitment to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic resilience..

The 31st Charter Day Celebration and Kalibulung Festival 2026 spotlights DNSC’s role as a catalyst for meaningful and sustainable change.

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Behind the 31st Charter Day Logo

More than a symbol, the 31st Charter Day logo reflects DNSC’s history, values, and commitment to sustainability. Explore the design elements that represent growth, interconnectedness, and the College’s vision for forging sustainable futures.

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Join the Charter Day
Celebration and Kalibulung
Festival 2026

Davao del Norte State College invites you to celebrate its 31st Charter Day and Kalibulung Festival, a gathering that honors our journey, culture, and commitment to forging sustainable futures.

February 7–9, 2026 · Day 0 – Students’ Activities
February 10–13, 2026 · Charter Day & Kalibulung Festival

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General Program of Activities

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Day 1 – February 10, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time Activity Venue Participants Responsible Persons
Morning
4:00 AM – 6:00 AM
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
  • Color Fun Run
  • Holy Mass
  • Thanksgiving Service
  • Islam Service
 Sports Complex
DNSC Gym
College AVR
Conference Hall
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Alumni
  • Students
  • Alumni Association
  • Committees
  • Inter-Org Booth Exhibits with Upcycling Competitions
 MPEC
  • OSDS
  • FSG
  • Food Fair Bazaar
  • Green Bazaar
 DNSC Entrance
MPEC
Admin Building
  • OSDS
  • FSG
10:30 AM – 12:00 NN Alumni Kapehan GAD Reception Area Alumni Committee
Afternoon
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Motorcade Route:
New Visayas > Public Market > G-Mall
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Alumni
  • Students
  • Mr. Edison Molina
  • DNSC Security
  • NSTP Coordinator
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Grand Opening Program
  • Saludo
  • Opening Salvo: Cultural Performance
  • Prayer, National Anthem, DNSC Hymn
  • Welcome Address
  • Introduction of the Guest Speaker
  • Message of the Guest Speaker
  • Intermission Number
  • Mass Dance
  • Declaration of the Opening of Charter Day Celebration and Kalibulung Festival
  • Torch Lighting
  • Festival Dance Competition
 Sports Complex
  • Athletes
  • All Students
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • DNSC Dance Troupe
  • Student Dancers from DNSC-DJAL
  • DNSC Chorale
  • Dr. Reir Erlinda E. Cutad
  • Dr. Eliseo F. Huesca Jr.
  • CHED Commissioner Hon. Desiderio R. Apag III
  • P.E. Teachers
  • Faculty Representatives per Delivery Unit
  • 1st Year PE Students
  • Dr. Joy M. Sorrosa
  • Student Athletes
  • All Institutes
Day 2 – February 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time Activity Venue Participants Responsible Persons
Morning – Afternoon
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Students’ Activities
Sociocultural Competitions and Sports Competitions 		Gym All Institutes
  • OSDS
  • FSG
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Students’ Activities Sports Complex All Institutes
  • OSDS
  • FSG
7:30 AM – 10:00 AM Launching of DNSC’s Green Initiatives
  • Green Hour
  • Green Zone Power Pause
  • No Single-Use Plastic
  • Waste Segregation
  • Green Legacy of Graduating Students
  • Green Spaces
  • Green Food
Green Pledge Wall Signing 		TBA
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Student Leaders
 Green Initiatives Committee
Day 3 – February 12, 2026 (Thursday)
Time Activity Venue Participants Responsible Persons
Morning
6:00 AM – 9:00 AM Simultaneous Tree Planting, DNSC and New Visayas Clean Up Drive

Employees’ Fellowship (Boodle Fight) 		New Visayas, DNSC Area

Outside GAD Mental Health and Wellness Complex 		Faculty VS Staff
  • Faculty Association
  • GASSO Officers
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Concert for a Cause and Pre-Screening of SDG ASEANFest Film Showing Sports Complex Faculty and Staff
  • Faculty Association
  • GASSO Officers
  • BASD
  • Coordinating Committee
  • Budget Committee
Day 4 – February 13, 2026 (Friday)
Time Activity Venue Participants Responsible Persons
Afternoon
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM State of the College Address (SOCA)
  • Photo Opportunity
Opening Ceremony
  • Prayer, National Anthem, DNSC Hymn
  • Welcome Remarks
  • College Journey and Milestones (AVP)
  • Intermission Number
  • Introduction of the College President
  • Delivery of the State of the College Address
  • Intermission Number
  • Acknowledgment of DNSC’s Partners and Stakeholders, Alumni Association, FA, GASSO, and FSG
  • DNSC’s Internationalization Journey
  • Awarding of Presidential Awards for Excellence
  • Awarding of CSC Honor Awards
 College Gym
  • DNSC Employees
  • Partners
  • Student Leaders
  • All Committees
  • College Management Team
  • Per Delivery Unit
  • DNSC Chorale
  • Voice Over
  • DNSC Rondalla
  • Mr. Jeremy B. Barnido
  • Dr. Joy M. Sorrosa
  • DNSC Chorale
  • DNSC Dance Troupe
  • Committee
  • IIEAO
  • Committee and Dr. Joy M. Sorrosa
  • CSC XI
  • Community Sing and Dance Number
  • Dinner
 All Faculty and Staff
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