SENATOR JV Ejercito congratulated the graduates of the Eulogio “Amang” Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology (EARIST) as the school held its 59th Commencement Exercises for Batch 2026.

In his message to the graduates, Ejercito said seeing young Filipinos complete their education strengthens his hope for the country’s future.

“Tuwing nakakakita ako ng mga graduates, lalong tumitibay ang pag-asa ko para sa ating bayan,” Ejercito said, describing the graduates as key to the Philippines’ future and development.

Ejercito cited the well-known statement of national hero Dr. Jose Rizal that “the youth is the hope of the fatherland,” while adding his own message to the EARIST graduates: “Basta EARISTian, maaasahan.”

The senator encouraged the graduates to use their youth, energy, and determination to pursue their dreams and build meaningful careers.

He reminded them that they could pursue whatever path they choose in life but stressed that integrity should always remain their guiding principle.

“You can be anyone you want to be in this world, pero ang pinakamahalaga ay alagaan lagi ang inyong integridad,” Ejercito said.

He ended his message by congratulating the EARIST Class of 2026 and underscoring the important role of young Filipinos in shaping the nation’s future.

“Mabuhay ang kabataang Pilipino!” he said.