Alicia Vocational School stands as the premier technical-vocational institution in the Municipality of Alicia, committed to equipping students with industry-ready skills for immediate employment or entrepreneurial success. Guided by the highest standards of technical education, we offer hands-on training in diverse fields preparing graduates for self-sufficiency and excellence in their chosen careers.

Our programs and offerings provide state-of-the-art facilities and practical experience through student-led enterprises. These ventures enable students to apply their learning in real commercial environments, gaining both confidence and earning potential while still in school. With dedicated tracks in both Junior and Senior High School, including specialized strands under the TVL and Academic tracks, Alicia Vocational School remains dedicated to delivering an outstanding education that blends not only theory but also with practice.

Our specialized programs includes:

Senior High School (SHS) Offerings

• TVL Track:

  • Computer Systems Servicing (CSS) NCII

  • Cookery NCII

  • Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) NCII

  • Food Processing NCII

  • Masonry NCII

  • Tile Setting NCII

• Academic Track:

  • Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS)

Junior High School (JHS) Offerings

• Agricultural Crops Production NCII

• Beauty Care NCII

• Bread and Pastry NCII

• Carpentry NCII

• Dressmaking NCII

• Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing (EPAS) NCII

School Size

Alicia Vocational School (AVS) serves a total enrollment of 859 students supported by 37 teaching staff and 3 non-teaching personnel. Spanning 2 hectares, the campus is strategically located in Purok 5, Barangay M.H. Del Pilar, Alicia, Isabela, just 50 meters from the National Highway, ensuring accessibility for its stakeholders.

Curriculum Offerings

As one of only eight schools in the Division of Isabela offering the Special Program in Technical-Vocational Education (SPTVE), AVS provides robust programs for both Junior and Senior High School learners.

Junior High School

• Home Economics: Bread and Pastry Production NCII, Beauty Care NCII, and Dressmaking NCII

• Agri-Fishery Arts: Agri-Crop Production NCII

• Industrial Arts: Carpentry NCII, Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing NCII

Senior High School (TVL Track)

• Agri-Fishery Arts: Food Processing NCII

• Home Economics: Cookery NCII, Food and Beverage Services NCII

• ICT Strand: Computer Systems Servicing NCII

• Industrial Arts: Masonry NCII, Tile Setting NCII, Electrical Installation and Maintenance NCII

Senior High School (Academic Track)

• Humanities and Social Sciences( HUMSS)

Alternative Learning System (ALS)
On October 11, 2022, the Regional Office approved AVS to offer the Alternative Learning System (ALS) for Senior High School, expanding its service to out-of-school youth and adults.

Location and Catchment Areas

Located in a rural setting in Purok 5, M.H. Del Pilar, Alicia, Isabela, AVS is surrounded by rice fields, vegetable gardens, and irrigation systems. It is 10 kilometers from the town proper and easily accessible by various modes of transportation, including tricycles, motorcycles, and bicycles.

The school draws learners from multiple feeder barangays, including:

• Alinam (Cauayan City)

• Paddad, Mabini, Zamora, Rizaluna, San Francisco, and Magsaysay (Alicia)

• Angadanan (neighboring municipality)

Environment and Socioeconomic Context

AVS is located near the Barangay Hall, Community Center, and residential areas of M.H. Del Pilar. The local community primarily consists of farmers, drivers, carpenters, small business owners, and vendors. A significant Indigenous People (IP) population from the Kankanaey tribe resides in the area, contributing to its rich cultural diversity.

Proximity to the City of Cauayan allows the community to enjoy the balance of rural life and access to urban                  amenities. Surrounding the school are chapels, churches, mini-groceries, computer shops, tea shops, and other            establishments.

Physical Environment

Junior High School Facilities:

• 3 instructional buildings with 12 classrooms (Grades 7-9)

• 1 Technical-Vocational Education (TVE) shop for Electronic Product Assembly and Servicing

• JHS Faculty Room, Guidance Office, School Clinic, and “Museo ng Karunungan”

• Grade 10 classrooms temporarily housed in the Senior High School Building

Senior High School Facilities:

• 1 three-story building with 14 classrooms and 1 Research Laboratory

• 1 two-story building with 4 laboratories for Computer Systems Servicing NCII, Cookery NCII, Food and Beverage Services NCII and Food Processing NCII

• 1 two-story building housing Conference Hall / Learning Center and Science Laboratory

• Masonry and Tile Setting Laboratory

Other Facilities:

• Administration Building

• Flagpole and open ground with a stage

• 2 entry gates (North and South)

• Guard house, triage area, and washing stations throughout the campus

• Isolation Area for health emergencies

Immediate Community

The school is located in an industrial zone, surrounded by rice fields and vegetable farms. The community offers access to essential amenities such as chapels, playgrounds, mini stores, and leisure centers, making it an ideal environment for holistic learning.

Partnerships and Linkages

AVS collaborates with local stakeholders from Alicia, Angadanan, and Cauayan City to support its educational mission. The school actively engages with the Indigenous People’s (IP) community, particularly the Kankanaey tribe, fostering inclusive development programs.

Through its Work Immersion Program, AVS has strengthened partnerships with various institutions and establishments, ensuring Senior High School learners gain practical industry experience aligned with their technical-vocational training.