The Centralian Oracle

21/03/2026

JUST IN: Xaila M. Tangeres, a Grade 6 pupil of Cabatuan Central Elementary School received a bronze medal in the 4x100 m Freestyle swimming during the Western Visayas Regional Athletic Association (WVRAA) Meet 2026 held in Passi City.

22/02/2026

CCES bags 3rd place in Collaborative Desktop Publishing at RSPC ‘26

The Cabatuan Central Elementary School (CCES) Collaborative Desktop Publishing Team proudly secured third place in the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) held at Punta Villa Resort and Convention Center, February 19–21.

The award-winning team is composed of:
• Xaila Tangeres
• Shem Cyreen Ortega
• Angel Grace Rabago
• Lei Albolote
• Ian Gabriel Fajardo

The team was guided and mentored by their coaches, Mr. Ronie C. Continente and Ms. Arianne Clarysse Alegario.

Their achievement reflects their creativity, teamwork, and excellence in campus journalism.

21/02/2026

CCES Mathletes Win Silver at 2026 Regional Area Finals Math Challenge

Two teams from Cabatuan Central Elementary School (CCES) secured second-place finishes at the 2026 Regional Area Finals of the Math Challenge, held at Iloilo National High School, February 21.

The Grade 1 Team, composed of Skylette Thea Calantoc, Zane Geacaniga, and Kenshin Talamera, showcased strong problem-solving skills and teamwork to earn the silver medal.

“I was very happy and thankful to our coaches, Ma’am Analyn Mijares and Ma’am Arlene Lerdon, for their dedication and patience in teaching us techniques to solve problems faster,” shared Calantoc.

Meanwhile, the Grade 6 Team, represented by Lei Albolote, Ma. Chloe Gallego, and Angel Grace Rabago, also delivered an impressive performance, securing second place in their category.

“It was an unexpected win,” said Albolote. “Although we had limited review sessions with our coach, Ma’am Sanshine Boots Marie Mailla, due to other school activities before the competition, with God’s guidance, we were able to pull through.”

All winners received medals and certificates of recognition in acknowledgment of their remarkable achievement.

The 2026 Math Challenge was organized by the Mathematics Teachers Association of the Philippines (MTAP) in partnership with Asian MathSci League, Inc. (AMSLI).

24/01/2026

Iloilo Division Elementary Schools Press Conference Winners held at Calinog Elementary School, January 24, 2026

✍️Editorial Writing English
5th - Erell Faith Amarra
Coach: Shiela Marie S. Villalobos

✍️Sports Writing Filipino
6th - Venice Avery Vistavilla
Coach: Sheena June P. Gallos

✍️Copyreading and Headlining English
6th Place - Ma. Chloe Gallego
10th - Aezaiah Jairus Gonzales
Coach: Ian B. Oranio

✍️Column Writing English
12th Place - Janelle Leigh Celendro
Coach: Mary Ann L. Cataluña

✍️Sports Writing English
18th Place - Lei O. Albolote
Coach: Sheena June P. Gallos

✍️Editorial Cartooning Filipino
17th Place - Rexel Nandin
Coach: Ronie C. Continente

🎤Radio Broadcasting (English)
3rd Place Best Anchor
🌟 Czian Kristoff Niniano
2nd Place Best Anchor
🌟 Shem Cyreen Ortega
3rd Place Best Local News Presenter
🌟 Shem Cyreen Ortega

🎤4th Place - Best Informercial
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Steirff Molomolo

🎤1st Place - Best Script
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Steirff Molomolo

🎤3rd Place - Best Technical Application
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Steirff Molomolo

🎤3rd Place Over-All Radio Broadcast Simulation
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Steirff Molomolo

Coaches: Carlos L. Ferrer and Arianne Clarysse Alegario

🏆10th Best Performing School - Iloilo Division Elementary Schools Press Conference

Note: Top 10 winners in the individual categories are qualified to compete in the Regional Schools Press Conference.

19/01/2026

Winners in the 3rd Congressional District Schools Press Conference 2026 held at Badiangan Central Elementary School on January 16

✍️News Writing English
16th - JB Cadivida
15th - Jebba MaryShienne Roldan
Coach: Philame B. Oranio

✍️Sports Writing English
10th - Nathalie Carancio
4th - Daniel Joshua Descartin
1st - Lei Albolote
Coach: Sheena June P. Gallos

✍️Sports Writing Filipino
16th - Jamia Ashley Veloso
1st - Venice Avery Vistavilla
Coach: Sheena June P. Gallos

✍️Sci-tech Writing English
15th - Yuan Carlos Tuliao
12th - Aeth Gaven Flores
Coach: Jinky G. Libuna

✍️Sci-tech Writing Filipino
18th - Anber Rose Caballero
Coach: Ma. Jeanette M. Caballero

✍️Editorial Writing English
7th - Erell Faith Amarra
5th - Angel Grace Rabago
Coach: Lalaine O. Tronco

✍️Editorial Writing Filipino
16th - Samantha Moscardon
Coach: Anabell C. Castada

✍️Column Writing English
14th - Janelle Leigh Celendro
Coach: Mary Ann L. Cataluña

✍️Column Writing Filipino
2nd - Garret Alexandria Ubamos
Coach: Arlene G. Lerdon

✍️Copyreading and Headline Writing English
16th - Sean Ellie Rey Sarate
14th - Ma. Chloe Gallego
13th - Aezaiah Jairus Gonzales
Coach: Ian B. Oranio

✍️Copyreading and Headline Writing Filipino
9th - Belle Marie Valenzuela
8th - Franz Zachary Ordoyo
6th - Sabrina Jane Calantoc
Coach: Dovie Lou N. Gonzales

✍️Editorial Cartooning English
15th - Xaila Tangeres
6th - Paul Daniel Guijarno
Coach: Ronie C. Continente

✍️Editorial Cartooning Filipino
18th - Rexel Nandin
Coach: Ronie C. Continente
17th - Jamil Asher Veloso
Coach: Laila M. Tangeres

✍️Photojournalism English
16th - Kathleya Jyrine A. Brey
12th - Ian Gabriel Fajardo
10th - Athea Jade Bagaforo
Coach: Lyn C. Ferrer

✍️Photojournalism Filipino
19th - Quin Dominique Sinoro
17th - Miesha Mejillano
6th - Franchesca Caeli Aliboso
Coach: Mary Nisa C. Montoro

🎤English Radio Broadcasting

🎤Best Local News Presentor, 3rd Place
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta

🎤Best Sports News Presenter, 3rd Place
Joseph Romeo Consulta

🎤Best Infomercial, 3rd place
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Steirff Molomolo

🎤Best in Technical Application, 1st Place
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Steirff Molomolo

🎤Best in Radio Production 2nd Place
Shem Cyreen Ortega
Czian Kristoff Niniano
Phriam Miguel Jadulos
Joey Ora Bettina Consulta
Joseph Romeo Consulta
Tiara Juliel Kurtney Masculino
Steirff Molomolo

Coaches: Carlos Ferrer, Arriane Clarisse Alegario

🎤Filipino Radio Broadcasting

🎤Best Balitang Pandaigdig, 3rd Place
Isabella Lynn Gallego

Coach: Shiela Marie Villalobos, Anne Therese Casianan

We are proud of you! Good luck in the Division Schools Press Conference!

15/09/2025

09/06/2025

CCES kicks off Brigada Eskwela ‘25

Cabatuan Central Elementary School (CCES) officially began its Brigada Eskwela 2025 on June 9 at the school gymnasium.

Many people came to help and show support, including parents, teachers, learners, local leaders, fire fighters, and private organizations from the community.

Dr. Santiago M. Haro, Public Schools District Supervisor, shared the theme of this year’s Brigada Eskwela: “Sama-sama para sa Bayang Bumabasa.” He reminded everyone that Brigada Eskwela is not just about cleaning the school, but also about helping children learn to read and do well in school.

Dr. Regie B. Torejo, school principal, explained the plans for the weeklong Brigada Eskwela and talked about the enrollment process, which runs from June 9 to 13.

Local leaders, Mayor Elizalde G. Pueyo, SB Member Fe V. Tobias, SB Member Patrick Anthony Tobias, and Barangay Captain Jerry Duero, said they will continue to support the school so that all children can learn in a safe and happy place.

Mrs. Marivic C. Hubag, PTA President, thanked everyone for helping CCES by giving their time, effort, and donations.

With this initiative, it is hoped that CCES will become better and brighter for the incoming school year. 🌟

12/04/2025

JUST IN: Shawn Aries Iñigo M. Tagal, a grade 6-Mayapis (Star Section) emerged as silver medalist in the Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas Kwiz during the Regional Festival of Talents held at Bacolod City, April 12.

He was coached by Ms. Nancy P. Cerdaño.

07/04/2025

CCES journalists sn**ch 4th place in collaborative desktop publishing in RSPC ‘25

Three journalists of the school were part of Iloilo’s collaborative desktop publishing team, wherein they garnered fourth place in both English and Filipino categories during the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) 2025 held at Iloilo Grand Hotel, April 6-7.

Jean Kaiser M. Ballona, editorial writer, and Lei O. Albolote, sports writer, were part of the team’s English category while Camille Henerly P. Sonillo, cartoonist was part of the team’s Filipino category.

They were coached by Mrs. Lalaine O. Tronco and Mr. Ronie C. Continente.

06/03/2025

JUST IN: The Centralian Oracle Staff won awards in the Division Schools Press Conference held at Pavia Pilot Elementary School and Robinsons Place Pavia, March 6.

Here is the list of awards:
🥈2nd Place, Script Writing, Radio Broadcasting (Filipino)

🥉3rd Place, Local News Presenter (English) - Shem Cyreen Ortega

🥉3rd Place, International News Presenter (English) - Jarret Nesta Antonio

📜6th Place, Editorial Writing (English) - Jean Kaiser Ballona

📜8th Place, Sports Writing (English) - Lei Albolote

Congratulations!