The Shade

19/01/2026

FYI

January 19, 2026

Pursuant to an Executive Order, classes in all levels( public and private) and work in government offices in the Municipality of Batan are hereby SUSPENDED on January 19, 2026, in view of the celebration of the Ati-Ati sa Batan Festival.

15/01/2026

Mandong I/S joins Traslacion it Santo Niño De Batan; Mariposa shines in celebration of its first-ever Opening Salvo ATI-ATI SA BATAN 2026

07/01/2026

The SHADE (The Official Student Publication of Mandong Integrated School) proudly congratulates our talented student-journalists for their commendable performance at the 2026 Batan Schools Press Conference, held at Batan Elementary School, Ambolong, Batan, Aklan on January 6, 2026, with the theme:
“Empowering Young Journalists: Innovating Storytelling and Creativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.”

ELEMENTARY LEVEL:
Top 4 Performing School

Radio Broadcasting English
🥇1st Place
1. Riyuki Viel L. Evora
2. Whil Simon Emmanuel D. Delfin
3. Mia Kryzel H. Dalida
4. Arnie Lyn Z. Cortes
5. Theo Lychee Hilario
6. Meyciel D. Maniago
7. Aljon Aj S. Villanueva
Division Qualifers ✍️
Coach: Lucky L. Dalida

Radio Broadcasting Filipino
🥇 1st Place
1. Ellenor A. Macahilig
2. Jireh Brielle P. Dela Cruz
3. Jannah I. Zarita
4. Kym Psyzhy P. Morias
5. Psyche B. Arcallo
6. Khy Xyryll A. Calamba
7. Ellyza Mae A. Rovero
Division Qualifiers ✍️
Coach: Lucky L. Dalida

Mc Macaireh L. Yabut
🥇 1st Place
Kartung Pang Editoryal
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Jhanella Eunice D. Cual
🥇 1st Place
Editorial Cartooning
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Mary Kaye H. Dalida
🥈 2nd Place
Editorial Cartooning
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Xian Dandoy
📌 5th Place
Pagsulat ng Balitang Pampalakasan
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Rizzi B. Dongon

Sofia Trazona
📌 6th Place
Editorial Cartooning
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Nica O. Ocera
📌 7th Place
Pagsulat ng Pangulong Tudling
Coach: Deodenen L. Dandoy

Matthew Luis B. Remetio
📌 7th Place
Editorial Writing
Coach: Deodenen L. Dandoy

Participants:
Elaiza Mae Arboleda
Allysa Joy Arboleda

SECONDARY LEVEL:

Jewel L. Evangelio
🥉3rd Place
News Writing
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Matthew William L. Yabut
📌 4th Place
Kartung Pang-editoryal
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Crisna Jane P. Nacor
📌 4th Place
Photo-journalism
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Chona A. Rovero

Raiza F. Gabales
📌 4th Place
News Writing
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Crishiel G. Sison
📌 9th place
Pagsulat ng Balita
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Elliah Mae A. Rovero
📌 9th place
Photo-journalism
Coach: Chona A. Rovero

Julleen O. Zarita
📌 10th Place
Pagsulat ng Balita
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Mark Jello O. Plazuela
📌 10th Place
Pagsulat ng Balitang Pampalakasan
Coach: Jeric Elisan

Participants:
Josephine V. Graciano
Divine V. Graciano
Avril R. Cristobal
Reniel P. Nacor
Monique Angela V. Ponce

Coaches:
1. Maricel H. Dalida

This meaningful achievement was made possible through the visionary leadership and unwavering support of our ESHT-III, Mr. Elmer N. Dalida, together with the dedication of our School Paper Advisers— Mrs. Deodenen L. Dandoy (Elementary-English), Ms. Ruth R. Del Rosario (Elementary-Filipino), Mr. Lucky L. Dalida (Secondary-English) Mr. Jhon Rey P. Nacor (Secondary-Filipino). Special thanks to all our parents, coaches, and stakeholders! ❤️❣️

This event wouldn't be possible without the strong leadership of Dr. Louie B. Zorolla, Public Schools District Supervisor, alongside with the effort of Mr. Joecyl Philip V. Lauron, MT-I / TIC of NRDES and District Journalism Focal Person (Secondary), and Mrs. Noime V. Penalba, T-III of MIS, District Journalism Focal Person (Elementary). 👍

TO GOD BE THE HIGHEST GLORY! 🙏

Congratulations!

09/12/2025

Congratulations!

You've passed the qualifying examination. 📝

Here's the official list of qualifiers:

Elementary Level:
1. Jireh Brielle P. Dela Cruz
2. Ellenor A. Macahilig
3. Matthew Luis B. Remetio
4. Jannah I. Zarita
5. Whil Simon Emmanuel B. Delfin
6. Riyuki Veil L. Evora
7. Kym Psyzhy P. Morias
8. Khy Xhyryll A. Calamba
9. Mary Kaye H. Dalida
10. Psyche B. Arcallo

Secondary Level:
1. Crisna Jane P. Nacor
2. Jewel L. Evangelio
3. Raiza Mae F. Gabales
4. Josephene V. Graciano
5. Reniel P. Nacor
6. Sean Vrix L. Fetiza
7. Irene R. Del Rosario
8. Divine V. Graciano
9. Arvie Joy Aguirre
10. David Rey B. Remetio
11. Crishiel G. Sison
12. Althea Nicole A. Ambrocio
13. Graefale L. Legaspi
14. Marian D. Del Carmen
15. Julleen O. Zarita

Final Interview: December 10, 2025
Time: 8 o'clock in the morning

Let your voice be heard ‼️

10/06/2023

UNIT 1 FESTIVAL OF TALENTS | District of Batan wins Sayaw ng Kabatang Pinoy

In determination to win, dance and enjoy, District of Batan, represented by Mandong Integrated School, won the Sayaw ng Kabataang Pinoy category held at Batan Sports Complex, June 10.

The primary objective of the competition was to reinforce, take the chance to dance whole-heartedly with the 21st century learning, and to foster creative industries through talents and skills.

Within the 1-day activity, this exhibited a range of categories and performances conducted by the district of Batan, Altavas and New Washington.

Meanwhile, the Batan's Philippine Folk Dance (Elementary Level) won 2nd placer.

All the winners will represent to the Division Festival of Talents.

Story by Christopher Sison
Photos by Dr. Darlene Ureta

06/06/2023

06/06/2023

EMBRACE THE CHANCE TO TOUCH THE LIVES ❤️

Today, we come together to celebrate DESPEDIDA PARTY AND WELCOME PARTY for the 3 extra-ordinary teachers! 👏

In this day of celebration, we are glad to greet our teachers a happy retirement MR. CHITO M. GOMEZ and WELCOME to Mandong Integrated School:
DR. DARLENE N. URETA and MRS. DEODENEN L. DANDOY. 🫶

"Teachers have 3 loves: love of learning, love of learners, and the love of bringing the 1st two loves together." - Scott Hayden