Samar Colleges, Inc. (SC) recorded several victories during the COMRES‑5 Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Community Relations Week, held on March 7, 2026, at Catbalogan I Central Elementary School, as part of the observance of Fire Prevention Month.

This winning performance was highlighted by its championship finish in the Municipal Quiz Bee Competition, with Samar Colleges placing first, followed by Samar State University (SSU) Main Campus in second, Saint Mary’s College of Catbalogan (SMCC), Inc. in third, and SSU–Mercedes Campus in fourth.

Representing the College of Education were Ms. Paloma G. Evidente, Ms. Rowena C. Gulane, and Ms. Nicole C. Orbong, who led the winning team. They were coached by Ms. Jasmin Fabillar and Ms. Jannette Mahinay.

Aside from the quiz bee victory, Senior High School (SHS) students also placed in several contests conducted during the week-long activity organized by the Bureau of Fire Protection.

In the Digital Art Contest, Zysa Tiara R. Ballos won 1st Place, under the guidance of coach Mr. Eldrian D. Jaba.

Meanwhile, Babyruth M. Gabon secured 3rd Place in the Essay Writing Contest, coached by Ms. Karen Gabejan.

Samar Colleges also won 1st Place in the Theatrical Choral Competition, represented by students from the Junior High School and Senior High School departments, who are Zeijay T. Gososo (JHS), Manny G. Silvestre (SHS), Mary Judith B. Pioquinto (SHS), Johanna Vanessa S. Dy (SHS), Louie Jay R. Palomas (SHS), Dawn Maevhelle T. Bulan (SHS), Ruel T. Colanta II (SHS), Ycza Venice F. Tan (SHS), Kris James C. Borinaga (SHS), and Ryniel J. Labrague (SHS).

The group was coached by Ms. Ofelia B. Crisostomo, Mr. Jodito L. Dacuno, and Mr. Robert S. Salentes.

The competitions formed part of the BFP Community Relations Week, conducted in line with this year’s Fire Prevention Month theme, “Hangad nating lahat: Pamayanang Handa at Masagana,” which promotes public awareness and community preparedness for fire safety.