The Light

Congratulations to the Graduates, Completers, and Awardees of Batch 2025–2026 of Judge Jose de Venecia Sr. Technical Vocational Secondary School! 🎓✨

Your hard work and dedication have paid off—this is just the beginning of greater things ahead. Padayon and keep reaching for your dreams! 💙

To access your moving up/graduation/recognition photos, please scan the qr code provided below;

Or click the link https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10OA1mqbRLhys1DgTHl5ETlAZqgPb02wx?usp=sharing

Photos by:
Kylie Castillo, The Light Photojournalist

Ralph Cendana, Ang Ilaw Litratista

Sir Dessan Marcos, SHS Documenter

THE LIGHT VOLUME XXVII NO.1 IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!

After months of hard-work in making every page, we are proud to publish our school newspaper online with words that have power—and our pages that are filled with them. Stories of passion, voices of courage, and ideas that spark change now live beyond paper!

So what are you waiting for? Scan the QR Code provided or click the link below to browse and take a journey through the minds and hearts of our students. Read, reflect, and rediscover the beauty of storytelling—one page at a time.✨📖

Link👇: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/703938ac7c.html

✒️🖼️: Derynne Keith M. Espiritu, Editor-in-chief

Students and personnel of Judge Jose De Venecia Sr. Technical-Vocational Secondary School (JJDVSTVSS) perform the “Duck, Cover, and Hold” procedure during the 1st Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill 2026 on March 12, 2026, to strengthen earthquake preparedness and promote disaster awareness in the school community.

Congratulations to our very own "The Light" Associate Editor, Trish Lorraine Ampoloquio Planos, for being elected for the second time around as President of the DFSSLG in Dagupan City! Your "The Light" Fam is truly proud of you! ❤️

👑✨ 3 DAYS TO GO! ✨👑

The Royal Ball is almost here, Juniors of JJDVSTVSS! In just three days, we will gather in elegance and grace at Leisure Coast Resort for a night fit for kings and queens. 👗🤵‍♂️

As you prepare your best gown and sharpest suit, remember — true royalty is not only seen in what you wear, but in how you carry yourself. ✨

🍽️ Royal Table Etiquette Reminders:
• Sit properly and keep good posture at the table.
• Place your napkin on your lap once seated.
• Chew with your mouth closed and avoid speaking while eating.
• Use utensils properly and wait for everyone to be served before starting.
• Say “please” and “thank you” — courtesy never goes out of style.

Let’s enjoy the delicious dinner, meaningful conversations, and magical atmosphere with class and respect. Whether you’re seated with your closest friends or your special someone, make every moment graceful and unforgettable. 💫

Three days left before we dine, dance, and shine like true royalty! 👑✨

Layout: Derynne Keith

🏰✨ 4 DAYS TO GO! ✨🏰

The excitement is building as we get closer to the Juniors’ Promenade 2026 of JJDVSTVSS! In just four days, we’ll step into a night that feels straight out of a magical castle — where chandeliers glow, music fills the air, and every Junior becomes royalty at our Royal Ball. 👑

On February 20, the enchanting halls of Leisure Coast Resort will transform into a castle of dreams — a place where elegance meets thrill, and fairytale moments come to life. ✨

Feel the rush of excitement as you:
👗 Wear your stunning gown or sharp suit like true royalty
🎶 Dance beneath the lights as if you’re in a grand palace ballroom
📸 Capture magical memories with your friends and special someone
💫 Create a night you’ll remember long after the clock strikes twelve

The castle gates are about to open… Are you ready to claim your royal moment? 👑✨

Layout: Derynne Keith

👑✨ 5 DAYS TO GO! ✨👑

The countdown begins for the most awaited night of elegance and enchantment — the Juniors’ Promenade 2026 of JJDVSTVSS!

On February 20, the halls of royalty will come alive at Leisure Coast Resort as we celebrate a magical evening inspired by our theme: Royal Ball. 👗🤵‍♂️

Step into your finest attire, wear your confidence like a crown, and prepare for a night filled with laughter, music, and unforgettable memories.

💎 Royal Reminders:
• Enjoy the night with grace and respect — a true king or queen values everyone.
• Capture memories, but don’t forget to live in the moment.
• Dance like royalty, laugh with your friends, and cherish every second.
• Whether you’re with your barkada or your special someone, make it a night worth remembering.

The throne awaits, Your Majesty. 👑
See you at the Royal Ball! ✨

Layout: Derynne Keith

Another milestone unlocked for the De Venecians! 🏆✨
After bagging numerous awards, our learners once again made us proud at the National Round 2 of the GELOSEA Competition held last January 31, 2026.

GELOSEA (Global English Language Olympiad of Southeast Asia) is an international academic competition that challenges students’ mastery of the English language through rigorous and competitive assessments.

Congratulations to our winners across Secondary Levels 1–4 for bringing home Gold, Silver, Bronze medals, and Honorable Mentions—your hard work truly shines!

🥇🥈🥉 OFFICIAL LIST OF WINNERS

Secondary 1
🥉 Jhewel A. Masaoy – Bronze

Secondary 2
🥉 Alicia Bernadette F. Renolo – Bronze
🥉 Ipsagel Zehcnas S. Legaspi – Bronze
🥉 Kristel Sophia Vira G. Lavarias – Bronze
🏅 Rana Shevone – Honorable Mention

Secondary 3
🥇 Marian Felicity A. Villacorta – Gold
🥇 John Lester S. Ganaden – Gold
🥈 Jameela Franzen V. Sen – Silver
🥈 Sofia Prestine Allapitan – Silver
🥈 Sean Kelly A. Mejia – Silver
🥈 Ver Rhasjed V. Barrozo – Silver

Secondary 4
🥇 Patricia Ann M. Canlas – Gold
🥇 Derynne Keith M. Espiritu – Gold
🥇 Kimberly Anne M. Posadas – Gold
🥉 Maria Teresa C. Ramos – Bronze
🥉 Henry M. Gamboa Jr. – Bronze
🥉 Kirsten Kent C. Barnatia – Bronze

This achievement would not be possible without the unwavering support and guidance of:

💐 Mr. Crisanto M. Aquino, Head Teacher III – English Department
💐 Dr. Medarlo V. De Leon, Principal IV
💐 Dr. Edgar T. Timbol and Dr. Edwin R. Ferrer, Public Schools District Supervisors
💐 Dr. Agnes B. Royulada, Education Program Supervisor in English
💐 our dedicated teachers and supportive parents

Onward to the International Round!
Our qualifiers will represent us in Garden City—Singapore on April 5–8, 2026.

De Venecians, the world is calling—go shine even brighter!

From no awards last year to a season of redemption this year—The Light rises brighter than ever.
What once was a quiet page now speaks loud with victories earned through grit, growth, and faith.

THE LIGHT | SCHOOL PAPER CATEGORY
🏅 5th Place – Best News Page

INDIVIDUAL CATEGORY
🥈 Marian Felicity A. Villacorta – 2nd Place Sci-Tech Writing (RSPC Qualifier)
🏅 Patricia Ann M. Canlas – 5th Place Copyreading and Headlining
🏅 Alicia Bernadette F. Renolo – 4th Place Column Writing
🏅 Jairen May D. Evangelista – 5th Place Editorial Cartooning

Our deepest gratitude to Sir Medarlo V. De Leon, Principal IV, Sir Crisanto M. Aquino, Head Teacher III (English Dept.), coaches who dedicated their time in honing the student's writing skills, the teachers who supported and gave consideration to our student journalists, and above all, to the Almighty God for His guidance and grace.

This victory is more than medals—it is purpose renewed.
The Light moves forward, steadfast in its mission: to be truthtellers, always.