Balatik- Trinidad National High School Publication, Calbayog (2026)

27/11/2025

Congratulations, Markjhon Pausanos👏👏👏

The Balatik warmly congratulates its former Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Mark Jhon A. Pausanos, RN, for his outstanding achievement in successfully acing the November 2025 Philippine Nurses Licensure Examination.

Mr. Pausanos graduated from Trinidad National High School in 2021 with flying colors as the Batch With Highest Honors and served as the Editor-in-Chief of the school’s official student publication.

He pursued his tertiary education at the University of Eastern Philippines (UEP)–Catarman, Northern Samar, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, where he graduated as Class Salutatorian.

We are immensely proud of your well-deserved success!

Words by Franchesca Marie Mendoza
Pubmat by Justine Miguel Labonite

27/11/2025

The Balatik warmly congratulates its former Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Mark Jhon A. Pausanos, RN, for his outstanding achievement in successfully acing the November 2025 Philippine Nurses Licensure Examination.

Mr. Pausanos graduated from Trinidad National High School in 2021 with flying colors as the Batch With Highest Honors and served as the Editor-in-Chief of the school’s official student publication.

He pursued his tertiary education at the University of Eastern Philippines (UEP)–Catarman, Northern Samar, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, where he graduated as Class Salutatorian.

We are immensely proud of your well-deserved success!

Words by Franchesca Marie Mendoza
Pubmat by Justine Miguel Labonite

11/10/2025

This year’s Drum Corps Competition, our very own Trinidad National High School Drum and Lyre Corps pays tribute to one of the greatest female pop icons, Queen B — Beyoncé. Bringing to life her powerful songs that embody the spirit of empowerment and transformation, the band is set to deliver a performance that will surely make everyone stomp their feet to the beat.

Catch their performance tomorrow, October 12, 2025, at the Calbayog City Sports Center!

Words by Ronaldo L. Siervo
Pubmat: Nizzle Ostulano

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17/09/2025

Trinidad National High School Joins Soft Launch of ARAL Program in SDO Calbayog

CALBAYOG CITY, Samar – Trinidad National High School joined the soft launching of ARAL Program in the Division of Calbayog, held at the school quadrangle, September 15, 2025. The initiative aims to strengthen student learning and support academic recovery, demonstrating the school’s commitment to addressing learning gaps and enhancing students’ performance in critical subject areas.

Mrs. Cristina M. Ygrubay, OIC- Master Teacher in Science, delivered a welcome remarks on behalf of School Principal Mrs. Wilma L. Reyes. In her speech, she extended her gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the event. “Sa ngalan po ng punong-guro, si Mrs. Wilma L. Reyes, ako po ay bumabati at nagpapahatid ng kaniyang taos-pusong pasasalamat at suporta sa programang ito,” Ygrubay stated.

The event was further highlighted by messages of support from key education leaders: Dr. Margarito A. Cagayona Jr. CESO VI, Schools Division Superintendent of Calbayog City, through Mr. Ronaldo Siervo, expressed optimism for the program’s success, stating their hopes that its implementation would greatly benefit learners. Likewise, Ms. Teresa D. Villa, C-6, Public Schools District Supervisor, through Mrs. Cora Ruth S. Getigan, conveyed her firm commitment to the program, underscoring its importance in improving education within the district.

A significant moment of the event was the unveiling of the official ARAL Program logo, symbolizing the formal commencement of the initiative. The unveiling was met with enthusiastic applause from students, teachers, and stakeholders in attendance.

Following this, Mrs. Lora C. Puenteblanca, Master Teacher in English and Reading Coordinator, together with Mrs. Sylvia R. Quintana, Master Teacher in English, led the pledge of commitment involving parents, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders. This pledge signified their collective dedication to ensuring the program’s successful implementation.

To further demonstrate the program’s objectives, a reading activity was conducted by Mr. Siervo with three selected students. The demonstration showcased the students’ reading abilities while reflecting the program’s core goals: improving literacy, building confidence, and fostering active participation in learning. It also highlighted the critical role of reading in academic achievement and the program’s mission to address existing learning gaps.

The program concluded with a closing remarks of Mrs. Ygrubay, expressing her profound appreciation to teachers, students, and stakeholders for their active involvement and unwavering support. She encouraged the continued collaboration of all sectors to ensure the long-term success of the ARAL Program.

After the program, the parents of the ARAL Program beneficiaries were oriented by the master teachers about the details of the Department of Education’s ARAL Program. This orientation ensured that parents understood the program’s purpose, structure, and their vital role in supporting their children’s learning journey.

The launch of the ARAL Program marks the commitment of TriNHS in bridging the literacy gaps and improving the reading comprehension of the aral beneficiary.

Words by: Nathaniel Jireh C. Azarcon

30/08/2025

Valentino of Unit 2 Soars to Victory in Boys’ High Jump

The Boys’ High Jump was held on August 28, 2025, at the school grounds of Trinidad National High School, showcasing the talent and determination of athletes from Unit 1 (Kingdom of Sapiro), Unit 2 (Kingdom of Hathoria), Unit 3 (Kingdom of Adamya), and Unit 4 (Kingdom of Lireo).

The competition started at the 20 mark and gradually increased in height as participants were eliminated one by one. By the middle stages, only three jumpers remained: Ranel Valentino of Unit 2, Rey John Pajarito of Unit 4, and Angelo Loberiano of Unit 1.

At the 60 mark, all three failed on their first attempts, resulting in a tie. In the repeat round, each cleared the bar, setting up a decisive showdown at the 65 mark.

Valentino cleared the height on his first attempt, Pajarito succeeded on his second, while Loberiano fell short after three tries.

When the dust settled, Unit 2’s Valentino claimed the gold, Unit 4’s Pajarito took silver, and Unit 1’s Loberiano earned bronze, while Unit 3 athletes were eliminated earlier in the contest.

Words by Sahara Mavy Rabi

30/08/2025

Dance Sports:

First place- Ariane Peunteblanca at Ernesto Sila of Unit 1
Second place- Francel Anne Cinco at Marlou B. timan of Unit 2

30/08/2025

Unit 4, wagi Laban sa Unit 2 sa Men's Sepak Takraw, 2-0

Sa isang nakakabinging hapon ng palakasan, nagtagumpay ang Unit 4 laban sa Unit 2 sa isang kapana-panabik na laban ng Sepak Takraw, 2-0. Ang laban, na ginanap sa school ground ng Trinidad National High School, Agosto 29, 2025.

Sa unang set, ipinakita ng Unit 4 ang kanilang nag-aalab na determinasyon na makuha ang medalyang ginto sa pamamagitan ng pagpapakita ng kanilang mga agresibong tinag at mga nakamamanghang galaw. Gayunpaman, hindi nagpatalo ang Unit 2 sa pagpapakitang gilas at pagpapakita ng kanilang mga kahali-halinang diskarte na nagresulta ng pagkakaroon ng pantay na iskor na 9-9.

Sa ikalawang set naman ay mas lalong tumindi ang tensiyon. Naging dramatiko ang mga galaw ng unit 4 na nagpakawala ng kanilang mga "signature spike" at "block" na nagbigay ng kalamangan sa iskor. Bagama't sinikap na humabol ng unit 2 sa pamamagitan ng pagpapakita ng kanilang kahanga-hangang sipa at maliliksing paggalaw ngunit sa huli'y nanaig pa rin ang solidong pagdedepensa ng unit 4, 15-13. Sa huli, naiuwi ng unit 4 ang inaasam-asam na gintong medalya, habang naiuwi naman ng Unit 2 ang medalyang pilak.

Sulat ni Jandi Gail Balasi