Tinawagan Echo

𝗔 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴! 🎓✨

The graduates of 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 proudly stepped forward as their names were called, receiving their diplomas as a symbol of their hard work, sacrifices, and unwavering dedication in completing their Senior High School journey.

Guided by the theme, “𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿,” these young achievers have proven that they are ready to take on the future with confidence, integrity, and purpose.

With inspiring words from the 𝙜𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙧, 𝗥𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗥. 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘆, the ceremony became even more meaningful reminding our graduates to lead, serve, and make a difference wherever they go.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!🎉 Your success today is just the beginning of greater things ahead. 💙

📅 March 30, 2026
📍 Patria National High School

📸 𝗠𝗮'𝗮𝗺 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗕. 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗲

A proud and heartfelt moment for the Junior High School Completers of Patria National High School ✨🎓

As they walked down the aisle, each step reflected years of perseverance, sacrifices, and determination. Being called to receive their Certificate of Completion is not just a simple recognition but a symbol of their hard work, resilience, and dedication in finishing their Junior High School journey.

With the theme, “𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿,” these young achievers have proven that they are ready to face greater challenges ahead, equipped with knowledge, values, and strong character.

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨! Your journey is just beginning. Continue to lead, inspire, and make a difference. 💙

📅 March 31, 2026
📍 Patria National High School

📸 𝗠𝗮'𝗮𝗺 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗕. 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗲

𝗣𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗘𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆

The Patria National High School (PNHS) conducted an orientation program on the DepEd Child Protection Policy on January 27, 2026, at the school quadrangle. The activity aimed to strengthen awareness and understanding of child protection measures among students, teachers, and school personnel.

The program was headed by Principal I Edgar S. Estoya, with the orientation proper delivered by Guidance Counselor Ritche B. De la Torre. The discussion focused on DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012, also known as the DepEd Child Protection Policy, which outlines the guidelines and procedures in protecting children in schools from abuse, violence, exploitation, discrimination, and bullying.

A key highlight of the orientation was the presentation of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 10627, otherwise known as the Anti-Bullying Act of 2013. The law mandates all elementary and secondary schools to adopt policies that address bullying and ensure a safe learning environment for all students.

The orientation also underscored the State’s commitment under the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines, particularly Article XV, Section 3(2), which affirms the right of children to proper care, nutrition, and special protection from all forms of neglect, abuse, cruelty, exploitation, and other conditions prejudicial to their development.

Moreover, the program highlighted the principles of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), which seeks to protect children from all forms of physical or mental violence, injury, abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation, including sexual abuse. The CRC also recognizes every child’s right to education and obliges governments to promote regular school attendance, reduce dropout rates, and ensure that school discipline respects the child’s human dignity.

During the session, school officials emphasized the Department of Education’s strict zero-tolerance policy against any act of child abuse, exploitation, violence, discrimination, and bullying. The Department reiterated that all prior orders inconsistent with DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012 are considered repealed or modified accordingly, and that the policy remains in full effect upon issuance.

Through this initiative, PNHS reaffirmed its commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and child-friendly learning environment where the rights and welfare of every learner are protected and upheld.

𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢 ǀ
Johana Jane M. Gahigan
Xylene Sofia G. Dumaliang

𝗣𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗖 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀

The aspiring campus journalists from Patria National High School (PNHS) returned from the recently concluded Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC) in Bugasong, Antique feeling the weight of not bringing home a win, yet still inspired and determined to grow from the experience and come back stronger in future competitions.

Despite not securing top awards in this year’s competition, the PNHS delegation emphasized that the experience itself was a meaningful victory. Competing against some of the division’s most skilled young writers and broadcasters, the students gained valuable lessons that extended far beyond the podium.

“We may not have won this time and our fruit is not fully ripe, but one thing remains in our minds, there is always a time for everything,” one participant shared, reflecting the team’s optimism and perseverance.

The Division Schools Press Conference, an annual event that gathers talented student-journalists from various schools, aims to promote responsible journalism, sharpen communication skills, and strengthen ethical reporting among the youth. Throughout the three-day event, participants engaged in writing, broadcasting, and collaborative activities that tested not only their technical skills but also their critical thinking and creativity.

The students expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent PNHS and vowed to apply the lessons they learned in future competitions. With renewed determination and a broader perspective, they returned home inspired, ready to write, speak, and serve as responsible voices of truth in their community.

Looking ahead, campus journalism adviser Loren A. Ilao shared that preparations are already underway for future competitions. According to her, the school plans to conduct intensive training workshops for aspiring writers and broadcasters.

“We’ll be focusing on strengthening research skills and storytelling techniques to help our students better capture the pulse of our community,” Ilao stated.

In the end, the lessons learned from the DSPC proved more lasting than any trophy. As famously said by Henry Ford, “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.”

For PNHS, the journey continues stronger, wiser, and ever ready to embrace the next chapter in campus journalism with passion, resilience, and a commitment to truth.

𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢 ǀ
Rosemarie Anne O. Sarda

𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝘀𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Masiglang sinalubong ng buong komunidad ng paaralan ang pagbubukas ng klase para sa taong panuruan 2025–2026 sa pamamagitan ng isang makabuluhang pambungad na programa na ginanap sa unang araw ng klase noong ika-16 ng Hunyo. Layunin nitong ihanda hindi lamang ang pisikal na pasilidad ng paaralan kundi pati na rin ang isipan at damdamin ng mga mag-aaral sa panibagong yugto ng kanilang pagkatuto.

Dumalo sa nasabing programa ang District Supervisor na si Dr. Generosa C. Condez, na nanguna sa inspection ng kahandaan ng paaralan sa opisyal na pagbubukas ng klase. Sa kanyang mensahe, binigyang-diin niya ang kahalagahan ng maayos at ligtas na kapaligiran sa pag-aaral upang matiyak ang de-kalidad na edukasyon para sa lahat. Kanyang pinaalalahanan ang mga mag-aaral na maging may takot sa Diyos, magkaroon ng mabuting asal, at maging masaya sa pag-aaral upang maging makabuluhan at matagumpay ang kanilang pananatili sa paaralan.

Kasunod ng kanyang mensahe ay ang mga makabuluhang talakayan mula sa iba’t ibang pamunuan ng paaralan. Nagbigay ng paalala at inspirasyon si G. Bonifacio B. Talde, SSLG Adviser, na humikayat sa mga mag-aaral na makilahok sa mga gawain ng paaralan at linangin ang kanilang kakayahan sa pamumuno. Tinalakay naman ni G. Ritche B. Dela Torre, Guidance Counselor, ang kahalagahan ng mental health, disiplina, at tamang pagpapasya sa araw-araw na buhay ng mag-aaral.

Nagbigay rin ng mahahalagang paalala si Gng. Mary Ann R. Dela Torre, SDRRM Coordinator at School Nurse, hinggil sa kaligtasan, kalusugan, at kahandaan sa anumang sakuna, lalo na sa loob ng paaralan. Samantala, binigyang-diin ni Gng. Mary Cris A. Malabja, Head Teacher II, ang papel ng mga g**o at mag-aaral sa pagpapanatili ng kaayusan at kalidad ng edukasyon. Panghuli, naghatid ng mensahe ng inspirasyon at direksyon si G. Edgar N. Estoya, Principal I, na hinikayat ang lahat na magtulungan upang makamit ang mga layunin ng paaralan sa bagong taong panuruan.

Sa kabuuan, ang pambungad na programa ay nagsilbing matibay na pundasyon sa pagsisimula ng klase. Ito ay nagsilbing isang paalala na ang edukasyon ay hindi lamang pag-aaral sa loob ng silid-aralan, kundi isang sama-samang pagsisikap tungo sa paghubog ng mabubuting mamamayan at kinabukasan ng bayan.

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹

The year 2025 marked a meaningful chapter for Patria National High School — a year of growth, dedication, and shared success. Learners showed determination in academics and co-curricular activities, while educators remained committed to guiding and inspiring excellence.

Through challenges and achievements, the Patria National High School community grew stronger, united by its vision of quality education. These memories of 2025 stand as a reminder that excellence is achieved when learners and educators journey forward together.