Eleven persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and 25 former inmates from the Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory (QCJMD) have proudly crossed the stage as new senior high school graduates. This milestone is part of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology’s (BJMP) education behind bars program—proof that hope and learning can thrive even behind steel bars.
The QCJMD hailed this achievement as a powerful reminder: education knows no boundaries. These individuals seized a second chance to pursue their studies and dream of a brighter tomorrow.
Roger Tamondong, Alternative Learning System (ALS) supervisor, urged the graduates to keep pushing forward. He reminded them that their past does not define their future—that they can rise and become valuable members of society. Public Schools District Supervisor Leonilo Angeles echoed this inspiring message.
At the heart of this success is the dedication of teachers and staff from Fernando Amorsolo Senior High School. Principal Samuel Polestico praised their unwavering commitment. Their shared sacrifices made this victory possible, especially in reaching out to those behind bars with care and persistence.
The graduation ceremony was also a touching family affair. Parents of the PDLs gathered, celebrating their children’s hard-earned success with pride and love.
QCJMD Warden Supt. Warren Geronimo applauded the graduates, emphasizing the transformative power of knowledge. He described the event not just as a personal triumph for each PDL, but as a beacon of change and hope for the future of the Philippines.
This graduation is more than a ceremony—it is a testament to resilience, redemption, and the promise of a new beginning.