Condolences


Vera Flores Dela Cruz

The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of PIBBA member Vera Flores Dela Cruz.  May Vera's family members be comforted with loving memories.  She will always be remembered. God Bless her and her family.  May she rest in peace. 🙏

PIBBA CONFERENCE TO BE HOSTED FSM


The PIBBA Conference has been POSTPONED.

FSM will host the PIBBA Conference - TBA.



39th Annual International PIBBA Conference


POSTPONED until June 2023

FSM


Sponsored by: Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) International and Pohnpei Chapter

The PIBBA Conference is an annual event in which Western Pacific educators are provided with opportunities for professional growth and cultural enrichment. This year's conference offers a wonderful selection of traditional, innovative, and practical workshops, presented by creative and imaginative educators and cultural leaders from the Pacific islands.

Mark your calendar for the 39th Annual International PIBBA Conference in Pohnpei! Stay tuned for more details!


PIBBA Monthly Meeting

 FEBRUARY 2022 MEETING SNAPSHOT





Snapshots of the 38th Annual International PIBBA Conference in Koror, Palau!


Snapshots of the 38th Annual International PIBBA Conference in Palau!














PIBBA 2017 Conference

PIBBA 2017 Conference Video

Click on the video below to view the 36th Annual International PIBBA Conference hosted in Pohnpei

Click on the video to hear the PIBBA Song!

Click on the video to hear the PIBBA Song!

Monday 30 June 2014

33rd Annual PIBBA International Conference Meaningful!

The 33rd Annual Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) Conference was a success! The conference theme, "I Lingguåhi, I Kuttura, I Haligen I Taotao-ta ~ Mwaliyasch, Kkoosch, Alleghul Aramasasch ~ The Language, The Culture, The Pillars of Our People" was highlighted in each of the conference days from June 22-26, 2014 in Luta, CNMI. Each day featured the gathering of everyone singing the PIBBA song, which includes all the languages of the region, such as the following chorus: “Iokwe, Raan Annim, Kaselehlia, Alii, Aloha, Olomwaay, Hafa Dei, Tuwoh, Mogethin, Talofa.”

Congratulations PIBBA Guam TOY and POY!

Congratulations to this year's Teacher of the Year (TOY) and Pioneer of the Year (POY)!  Barbara Manibusan was selected for the prestigious 2014 TOY and Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera was selected for the distinguished 2014 POY.  Manibusan, who serves as a Chamorro teacher, has held various PIBBA Guam executive positions.  Dr. Rivera, who serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Guam, is the webmaster for both local and PIBBA International organizations.

Barbara Manibusan
PIBBA Guam 2014 Teacher of the Year
Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera
PIBBA Guam 2014 Pioneer of the Year

Monday 9 June 2014

Condolences for the Sachuo Family


The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the Sachuo family, as former PIBBA Guam member and University of Guam SOE Professor, Kinney Sachuo, passed away.  Rosary is being prayed nightly at 7:00 p.m. at the family residence in Mangga Court.  She will be buried June 21, 2014.  God Bless her and the family. May she rest in peace.

Sunday 8 June 2014

Condolences for Flores Family


The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the Flores family, as long-time PIBBA Guam member, Terry Flores, lost her beloved daughter, Jackie Taitano, on June 6, 2014.  Rosary is being prayed nightly at her daughter's residence at 8:00 p.m. in I Sengsong Road, Dededo. A sign is posted on the main road.  Her funeral will be held on Monday, June 16, 2014 at Santa Barbara Church, Dededo.  God Bless her and the family. May the dearly departed rest in peace.

Wednesday 4 June 2014

PIBBA Guam Photography Art Contest

The Guam Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) Guam Chapter announces the:

PHOTOGRAPHY ART Contest in progress now, to produce a special calendar promoting pride in cultures and languages of the Pacific region.    
THEME:  Unique Photos of our Pacific Island Cultures

Photo images can depict any themes.  Please include name of photoartist and location of photo.

Entries must  be sent electronically (attach photo) to Dr. Arn Diaz, acsdiaz@yahoo.com .  Winning images will be placed into calendar, for sale at the 2014 Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) Conference and in 2015 (Kosrae).  PIBBA Guam Chapter reserves the rights to use entries in future fundraising  projects, with notification and kudos to photoartists.

The contest is open to students, parents, teachers, and educators who support the PIBBA International Chapters; up to 3 photos per individual can be submitted to the Calendar Committee. 

Winners will receive a complimentary copy of the calendar, one PIBBA t-shirt, and will be given special recognition at the annual conference.  Enter a photo and join in the fun!  Good Luck!

Please direct your inquiries to acsdiaz@yahoo.com or call (671) 483-6426 for more information.