TWA Health and Guidance Services

28/09/2026

🐾💚 World Rabies Day 2026 | Information Caravan

Tayabas Western Academy (TWA) extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Municipal Agriculture Office of Candelaria, Quezon, FITS Center Candelaria, Quezon through the Farmers’ Information and Technology Services (FITS) Center, for choosing our school as a partner in conducting the World Rabies Day 2026: Information Caravan on Rabies Awareness and Responsible Pet Ownership.

We are grateful for this meaningful initiative that brought essential knowledge and awareness closer to our Junior and Senior High School students. Beyond learning about rabies prevention, our students were reminded that responsible pet ownership is also a responsibility to our families and community.

Thank you for trusting TWA as a venue for empowering young people to become informed, responsible, and health-conscious advocates. 🐶🐱❤️

Together, let us continue promoting Rabies Prevention, Responsible Pet Ownership, and a Safer Community!

Thank you, Candelaria LGU, Municipal Agriculture Office of Candelaria and FITS Center! 🌱🐾

26/09/2026

11/09/2026

💚 💛PARENT’S SYMPOSIUM 2026 | TWA

“Healthy Children, Healthy Families” 🏡💚💛

The Health Services Department of Tayabas Western Academy (TWA) successfully conducted the Parent’s Symposium 2026 on September 11, 2026, at the TWA Gymnasium, through the generous support of Unilab: Project Tahanan sa Paaralan – A Parent Health Education Session.

With the theme “Healthy Children, Healthy Families,” the symposium brought together selected parents from the Elementary, Junior High School, and Senior High School levels for a meaningful health education session focused on promoting the well-being of children and families. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💚

Our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Jena Mariella Dimayuga, our resource speaker, for sharing her expertise on the different diseases commonly affecting children, as well as valuable information on prevention, early recognition, and proper care. 🩺

Today’s session reminded us that an informed parent is an empowered parent—and when parents and schools work hand in hand, we build a stronger environment where every child can grow healthy, safe, and happy.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Unilab for making this meaningful initiative possible through Project Tahanan sa Paaralan, and to all our participating parents, school personnel, and everyone who contributed to the success of this activity.

Healthy children. Healthy families. A healthier TWA community. 💚

16/08/2026

🌱 BUILDING RESPONSIBLE FUTURES 🌱

Tayabas Western Academy successfully held its 1st Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Symposium with the theme:

“Building Responsible Futures: The Role of General Education in Preventing Teenage Pregnancy.” 💗

Through meaningful conversations on knowledge, values, responsibility, and informed choices, our students were reminded that education is more than academics—it is a powerful tool in shaping the decisions that define their future.

📚 Educate. Empower. Prevent.
❤️ Because responsible choices today build brighter futures tomorrow.

15/08/2026

🦷✨ TWA ANNUAL DENTAL CHECK-UP 2026 ✨🦷

A healthy smile starts with healthy teeth! 😁🪥

Tayabas Western Academy officially kicked off its Annual Dental Check-Up at the TWA Dental Clinic, led by Dra. Apple Ong and her dedicated team of dental professionals. 💙

📅 Date: August 12, 2026
🎓 First in line: Grade 7 students

The activity aims to promote proper oral hygiene, early detection of dental concerns, and better oral health among our learners. Through regular dental check-ups, we continue to encourage our students to make oral health an important part of their overall well-being. 🦷❤️

A big thank you to Dra. Apple Ong and her team for taking care of our TWA learners and helping them keep their smiles healthy and bright! 🌟

Healthy teeth. Healthy habits. Happy smiles! 😁✨

15/08/2026

🥗🏆 TWA BIGGEST LOSER 2026: 21 DAYS OF COMMITMENT, DISCIPLINE & TRANSFORMATION! 💪✨

What started as a challenge became a journey toward a healthier, stronger, and more mindful lifestyle! ❤️

This year’s TWA Biggest Loser brought together 33 brave challengers who took on the 21-day challenge, culminating in the Final Weigh-In and Announcement of Winners on July 31, 2026, as part of our celebration of Nutrition Month. 🍎🥦

🏆 Congratulations to our Top 3 Winners!
🥇 Champion – ₱5,000
🥈 1st Runner-Up – ₱3,000
🥉 2nd Runner-Up – ₱2,000

But the celebration didn’t stop there! 🎉

A heartfelt thank you to our generous Principal, who went above and beyond to recognize the dedication of our challengers:

✨ The entry fee was waived for Top 6th–10th placers!
✨ ₱500 each was also given to the Top 4th and 5th placers!

Because at TWA, we believe that every effort deserves recognition, and every step toward better health is already a victory. 💚

To all 33 challengers, congratulations! You may have joined to lose weight, but you gained something even more valuable—discipline, healthier habits, confidence, and a stronger commitment to yourself. 💪🌱

Health is wealth, and at TWA, we celebrate both! 🥗❤️

21/07/2026

17/07/2026

"Good nutrition creates health in all areas of our existence. All parts are interconnected." — T. Colin Campbell

Health, wellness, and active living took center stage as Tayabas Western Academy successfully wrapped up its Nutrition Month Celebration on July 17, 2026. Organized by the Health Services Department in partnership with the High School Administration.

The morning began with a high-energy Mass Zumba session facilitated by the TWALindaw Dance Troupe and followed by the Opening Remarks of the High School Principal, Mr. John Joseph A. Umandap.

Friendly competition became the highlight of the event as students participated in the Wellness Olympics where Grade 10 claimed the title of Grand Winner. Their outstanding performance continued in the Junior High School Inter-Grade Level Zumba Competition, where they once again emerged victorious with an energetic and well-coordinated routine.

The celebration also recognized students who used their creativity to advocate healthy living through the Nutrition Month Video/Reel Challenge. The winning sections were 7 - Empathy, 8 - Azure, 9 - Archimedes , 10 - Lewis, 11 - Zuckerberg , and 12 STEM - Galilei, each producing inspiring entries that highlighted the value of proper nutrition and wellness.

The winners of the Best Nutrition Month Headdress were also announced after, where participants displayed innovative and eye-catching designs that reflected the spirit and theme of Nutrition Month.

To conclude the program, Academic Coordinator Mrs. Maria Edita C. Briones encouraged everyone to continue applying the lessons learned throughout the celebration, reminding students that proper nutrition, regular exercise, and healthy daily choices are essential to both academic excellence and personal well-being.

As the week-long event comes to an end, TWA's commitment to providing students with the right care and knowledge about nutrition doesn't end. The school will continue to promote awareness and be a center of not just academic excellence but a home of nourished learners.

17/07/2026

Nutrition Month Celebration 2026
July 17, 2026

The Health Services Department of Tayabas Western Academy proudly celebrated Nutrition Month with our elementary students through fun and engaging activities, including the Go, Grow, Glow Challenge and Healthy Foods Identification.

In line with this year's theme, "Healthy Kids, Happy Kids: Eat More, Move More!", we congratulate all the participants and our deserving winners for their enthusiasm and active participation.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our dedicated elementary teachers for their invaluable support and assistance in facilitating the activities. Your cooperation and commitment helped make this celebration meaningful and successful.

Together, let's continue promoting healthy eating and active living for a healthier future! 💚

17/07/2026

Healthy Pinas 😊💪
Happening now in TWA, our Nutrition Month Celebration❤️