Central Bukidnon Institute
Message
From the
School Director
Welcome to a New Year of Learning
Your journey starts here
Dear Students,
As we embark on this new school year, I want to extend a warm welcome to each of you. Our school is committed to creating an environment where you can excel academically, grow personally, and enjoy a fulfilling school experience.
This year, we are introducing exciting new programs and activities designed to challenge and engage you. Whether you are interested in advanced coursework, sports, or other extracurriculars, we have something for everyone.
Remember, every challenge is an opportunity for growth, and every success brings you closer to your goals. Our dedicated teachers and staff are here to support you, so feel free to reach out if you need help or advice.
Let’s make this year memorable with learning, laughter, and achievements. Together, we can accomplish great things!
Sincerely,
Jim Bulahan
“Welcome to another exciting school year. We are thrilled to have you with us and look forward to a year full of growth, learning, and success. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way.” - Jim Bulahan
Our Philosophy, Mission, & Vision
Character Before Intellect
Philosophy
Directing our minds toward the Lord, the source of all true knowledge and all true education as written in the Holy Scriptures.
Mission
To provide quality and affordable Christian education; equip students holistically to be of service in this world and in the world to come.
Vision
CBI envisions as a leading secondary Seventh-day Adventist educational center in Bukidnon for holistic development of the youth integrating faith and learning in each aspect of education.
Our Objectives
Explore the core objectives that define our mission and inspire our work.
Spiritual Development
To awaken among the students awareness of God and to establish a relationship with Him through prayer, reading of His word, and witnessing for Christ.
Mental Development
To encourage mental excellence through comprehensive curriculum offerings and a coordinated program of instruction within the framework of government and church educational standards.
Physical Development
To develop in the student the awareness of one's physical attributes, a consciousness of accountability to God and others, and to instill healthy habits, the right attitude towards work, and some manual skills.
Social Development
To provide the right atmosphere for developing a wholesome personality reflecting Christ's character and fostering social graces consistent with church standards.
Our Highly-Qualified Faculty and Staff
Meet our dedicated team of teachers who are committed to helping students reach their full potential.
Aldger Albelda
Vanne Ariestelle Bahalla
Jake Mcjuven Barrera
Keith Julius Bautista
Mae Queency Benabaye
Quennie Benabaye
Janice Ann Bulahan
Samuel Orville Jim Bulahan
Khinny Rose Cabanting
Even Jay Carillo
Melody Colinares
Laarnie Gay Ectin
Our History
Learn about our journey and the milestones we've achieved.
Central Bukidnon Institute was established in answer to the need for a secondary school in Barangay Bagontaas. Before the school year 1967-1968, there was no high school in Bagontaas. Since almost all of the parents in this place could not afford to send their children to high school away from Bagontaas, it was their ardent desire to have a secondary school put up in this place. Some parents' acquaintance with the late Mr. Alfonso B. Bulahan led them to seek his assistance in establishing this school. Soon after the necessary papers were accomplished, a permit to open the school was granted. So, the school opened in July 1967 with 75 first-year students and 2 teachers, Mr. Orville M. Bulahan and Ms. Polecena Garin (now Mrs. Opao).
In the second year of operation, two two-room concrete buildings were built in its present location on one hectare of land donated by the late Mr. Emilio Gequillana. Since then, every year enrollment steadily increased. In 1970, two more rooms were added to each of the two buildings to house the first-year to third-year classes. In April 1971, the school marked its first milestone in history - the graduation of 47 senior graduates. Effective June 2, 1975, the school was granted Government Recognition for Complete Secondary Day Courses.
Due to the demand for more rooms to accommodate the school's yearly increasing enrollment, a two-storey building was erected. The addition of the school's auditorium further facilitated the school's programs and activities. In the school year 1990-1991, the school had its highest enrollment of 600 students from first year to fourth year. Even with the increasing number of students, the quality was never sacrificed. Students from neighboring barangays flocked to this school because of its good instruction and discipline. Her NCEE and later NSAT records are evidence of this fact.
The varied programs and co-curricular activities of the school have made it stand out. It was indeed a feat when in December 1996, the school's official singing group ventured to Thailand. It was their first taste of real success as a singing group. Then, in the summer of 1997, God made it possible for them to share their singing ministry with several schools in Korea. In the following year, the group made it to the U.S. It was unbelievable that a humble, typical rural school could make it to the United States twice. But indeed, it was by God's providence together with the school's dedication to developing her students' talent to become "world-class" and globally competitive.
The school is committed to providing quality and affordable Christian education that harmoniously develops the physical, mental, social, and spiritual powers that enable the youth to attain academic as well as moral excellence. Three of its alumni are worth mentioning: Jhoe Marvin F. Blaza, who topped the National Licensure Board Exam for Optometrists; Kristine Ann T. Panal, 10th placer of the Nursing Board Exam in June 2008; and Russel Van R. Roa, second placer in the Agriculturists Licensure Exam in October 2016.