By Kimberly Belle Sio, BA ELS 4, Centralian Link Intern
LET reviewees from Central Philippine University attentively participate in a licensure examination preparation session, reflecting the University’s strong culture of discipline and academic excellence.
Central Philippine University (CPU) once again affirmed its commitment to excellence in teacher education after surpassing the national passing rates in both the Elementary and Secondary levels of the September 2025 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), as released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
Held nationwide on September 21, 2025, the licensure examination assessed the readiness of education graduates to enter the teaching profession at the elementary and secondary levels.
CPU recorded an 87.50 percent passing rate in the Elementary level, significantly higher than the 51.04 percent national passing rate. Meanwhile, the University posted an 87.18 percent passing rate in the Secondary level, exceeding the national average of 72.62 percent.
Beyond the figures are stories of perseverance and purpose, as CPU passers represented various Elementary specializations, including BEEd–General, Early Childhood Education, and Special Needs Education.
For Mea Jade Octaviano, one of the successful examinees and an English major, the journey toward passing the LET was driven by a clear sense of purpose.
“I kept thinking about the students I would one day stand in front of and the responsibility that comes with being called an educator,” Octaviano shared.
She added that the sacrifices of those who supported her inspired her to persist, especially during moments of doubt.
“Whenever I felt tired, I reminded myself that excellence in teaching starts with commitment, even before stepping into the classroom,” she said.
Looking ahead, Octaviano encouraged future educators to embrace both the challenges and purpose of the profession.
“Teaching is not just a profession—it’s a calling. Stay curious, stay humble, and never stop learning. Your influence will go beyond lessons and live on in the students you inspire,” she said.
The September 2025 LET results not only reflect CPU’s strong performance in national licensure examinations but also highlight its continuing role in shaping educators who teach with competence, compassion, and purpose.