Balete Family Farm School, Inc.

Empowering rural youth through agricultural education and the AgriTech model in Balete, Batangas.

Our History

The Foundation of BFFSI

1987–1992
A Pioneering Vision

Inspired by international success in Spain, our founders brought the Family Farm School system to the Philippines to empower rural youth. What began as a dedicated team of three teachers and 14 pioneering students has grown into a cornerstone of specialized agricultural education.

1993–2000
Excellence & Recognition

Our mission gained national prestige in 1993 when President Corazon Aquino personally inaugurated our school building. This golden era consolidated our first wave of graduates and the successful expansion into advanced agribusiness and entrepreneurship programs.

2001–2009
Empowerment & Sustainability

Achieving independence in 2002, we strengthened our community roots by securing student grants and establishing a dedicated Board of Trustees. These milestones meant that quality education remained accessible and sustainable for every aspiring student.

2010–2020
Modernizing the Future

We embarked on a journey by transitioning to a permanent non-traditional system and successfully integrating the national TVET curriculum. By 2010, we reached a major milestone with full government recognition as a complete secondary institution.

2026–Present
Resilience & Bright Horizons

Our community's spirit shines brightest as we pioneer blended learning to keep our students' dreams on track through local and global challenges. Today, we stand stronger than ever, continuing our legacy of nurturing the next generation of leaders.

Board of Trustees

Desiree O. Canoy

Desiree O. Canoy

President

Judith O. Panangco

Judith O. Panangco

Vice President / Treasurer

Josefina N. Pineda

Josefina N. Pineda

Trustee

Olga C. Luna

Olga C. Luna

Trustee

AB

Asuncion L. Basco

Trustee

Key Personnel

Dorothy E. Claro

Dorothy E. Claro

Corporate Secretary

Minette Magpantay

Minette Magpantay

School Administrator

Transforming Lives Through the Dual Agritech System

Join us in our mission to develop future agricultural leaders and strengthen rural communities through education.

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