To commemorate the 31st Founding Anniversary of the Commission on Higher Education and the 5th National Higher Education Day on May 18, 2025, CHED Caraga commenced the month-long celebration on May 8, 2025 with meaningful activities that highlighted wellness, environmental stewardship, and free health services for its personnel.

The celebration kicked off early in the morning at CHED Caraga Regional Office with a fitness zumba and fun walk, promoting physical well-being among employees. Following the fitness activities, personnel joined hands in a tree planting activity at Brgy. Ampayon, Butuan City, in collaboration with the Brgy. Council of Brgy. Ampayon, ably represented by Hon. Gerald U. Gozon.

Free eye examinations, medical consultation, and dental services for employees were also offered, in partnership with Optique Fashion Optical Shop and Caraga State University (CarSU).

Inspired by the theme, “Higher Heights in Higher Education,” CHED Caraga aims to Reach, Inspire, Strengthen, and Empower (RISE), reflecting its strong dedication to an improved higher education and resilient workforce in the region.