The North Fanif Elementary School held a Graduation Ceremony

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 /// DYCA PIO

Yap FM - This past Saturday, May 30th, the North Fanif Elementary School held a Graduation Ceremony at 10:00 am.

The ceremony began with the acknowledgements by the Master of Ceremony, Principal Judy Rutinag. Principal Rutinag warmly welcomed everyone who attended the graduation ceremony, including community members, parents, and faculty.

After welcoming everyone, Principal Rutinag invited Zachary G. Tamag for the opening prayer and gestured for everyone to bow their heads in prayer.

Following the opening prayer, Principal Rutinag asked if everyone could stand as the underclassmen, along with the graduates, sang the National Anthem.

At the end of the National Anthem, Principal Rutinag thanked the underclassmen and the graduates and invited a chief representative to deliver his remarks. Following the remarks, Principal Rutinag invited a member of the school board to give their address.

After the school board’s address, Principal Rutinag invited Joey Sulog for the farewell message. In his speech, Joey extended his gratitude to the underclassmen for all the support and contributions they have made and encouraged them to continue working hard in school.

At the end of his speech, Principal Rutinag, along with a representative, presented the graduates with their diplomas, followed by the underclassmen tribute. This gesture signifies the underclassmen's appreciation towards the graduates and initially bidding them farewell.

In the closing remarks, Principal Rutinag shared words of encouragement and urged the graduates to continue pursuing their education.

At the end of her speech, Principal Rutinag asked that everyone bow their heads in prayer as she invited Rajmung Jr. Tamngin for the benediction.

To initially close out the ceremony, the underclassmen performed two traditional local dances.

The North Fanif Elementary School graduates of 2026 included:

Joey Sulog

John Vincent Gargog

Adrian Scott Benam

(For more information, please contact the Department of Youth and Civic Affairs at 350-DYCA )