Umalohokan: English Publication of Filemon T. Lizan SHS

𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋 | 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞

Today is not like any other day. On June 12, 1898, the Philippines declared its independence from Spanish colonial rule. More than a century has passed since that historic moment, and with time, the significance of this day risks being overshadowed or forgotten.

Nowadays, commemorations and remembrance of our own history are being depicted as general work days, free from work, or vacation. However this mindset just proves the main problem, the challenge to keep the real meaning of these dates and pass it beyond other generations.

The freedom we enjoy today did not come with ease, it came with a cost. Countless Filipinos gave up their comfort, safety, and even their own lives to secure the independence that we now often take for granted.

So how can Generation Z embody and embrace the significance of Independence Day? It is not simply by remembering the date, but by knowing and understanding why the day matters. This day is a chance to reflect and see the real meaning behind our history. How our freedom was built, why it was necessary, and what it continues to mean for us today. From that understanding comes appreciation, and from appreciation comes action.

Honoring our history does not require grand gestures and remembering the sacrifices of those who came before us should not feel like a burden. What is truly devastating is allowing their struggles and achievements to fade from memory.

Just as our ancestors once fought against oppression, Filipinos today continue to face challenges such as corruption, poverty, and social issues against the hands of the superiors. This caused us to be enclosed in a cage we shouldn't be in, in the first place. But unlike those who fought with weapons and blades, we can raise our stance using the democracy we gained through our ancestors. We can use our freedom to speak, the right to vote, and the ability to stay informed.

Let us not lock ourselves away from the real meaning behind this important milestone. Let us carry the weight of radiating the lesson of being independent, because our freedom was fought for us to live and uphold, not merely remember and we bear the duty to carry it forward with pride.

✍️ Mark Joseph Tria
🖼️ Mark Joseph Tria | Jhennylyn Dela Cruz

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐃𝐂𝐀, 𝐏𝐚𝐱 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚

In celebration of the 128th Philippine Independence Day on June 12, 2026, protesters gathered along Kalaw Avenue, Manila, to express calls against the state’s cooperation with the United States regarding Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites and the Pax Silica initiative.

They raised concerns linking these issues to Philippine sovereignty, calling for genuine independence and freedom for all Filipinos, while also demanding accountability and reforms on issues affecting different sectors of society.

📷 Timothy Dinglasan

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝐒𝐒𝐋𝐆 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥

The Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG) launched the first coordinating council through an orientation held on June 11, 2026 at the school library.

The orientation gathered the presidents of the school's student organizations, who serve as members of the council.

The event opened with remarks from School Principal Mr. Benjamin C. Perez, who encouraged the presidents to lead their organizations in achieving their goals. SSLG then presented the council's objectives, constitution, and committees before conducting the election of committee chairpersons.

The council was created to strengthen communication and coordination among student organizations and ensure the successful and smooth implementation of programs and events while avoiding class disruptions in accordance to DepEd's new school calendar.

SSLG President Santi Benito also encouraged organizations that have not yet registered under the Youth Organization Registration Program (YORP) to do so and participate in programs and activities organized by the National Youth Commission (NYC).

✍️ Jhennylyn Dela Cruz
📷 Mark Joseph Tria

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | 𝐋𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐚𝐲

Lizanians attended Club Orientation Day at Filemon T. Lizan Senior High School on June 9, 2026, to learn about the different clubs and organizations they can join this school year.

The event aimed to give students opportunities for experience and involvement and to help them find organizations that align with their interests and skills.

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝐔𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐤𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Umalohokan English Publication successfully conducted its club orientation today, June 9, 2026, at Room 401.

During the orientation, Ms. Diane Reyes, the club adviser, presented the publication's mission and vision, by-laws, and introduced the roles available to members.

Former Umalohokan members Charisha Martin, Hannah Nichole Librado, and Mark Arthur Condino also attended the orientation and shared their experiences in journalism.

Applications to join the publication remain open for students interested in journalism, photography, design, writing, and broadcasting.

Interested applicants may scan the QR code in the page's previous post or approach the club adviser, Ms. Diane Reyes.

📷 Jhennylyn Dela Cruz | Charisha Martin

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | In light of the recent earthquake in Mindanao, Filemon T. Lizan Senior High School (FTLSHS) conducted an unannounced earthquake drill to assess the preparedness of students in the event of real earthquake.

During the drill, Mr. Joseph C. Bantug, adviser of the BERT (Batang Emergency Response Team), reminded students to act with urgency. He also emphasized that students should prioritize their safety and immediately proceed to evacuation areas instead of stopping to retrieve personal belongings.

✍️ Jhennylyn Dela Cruz
📷 Hannah Kim Paculaba | Jhennylyn Dela Cruz

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | Filemon T. Lizan Senior High School officially opens School Year 2026–2027 as students participate in the first day of classes, flag ceremony, general orientation, book distribution, and assessments.

✍️ Jhennylyn Dela Cruz
📷 Hailie Kim Cua | Jhennylyn Dela Cruz | Mark Joseph Tria

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳

Welcome back to school, Lizanians!

🖼️ Jhennylyn Dela Cruz

𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒

As we begin School Year 2026-2027, here are some important reminders to help Lizanians start the year prepared, disciplined, and ready for the journey ahead.

✍️ Mark Joseph Tria
🖼️ Jhennylyn Dela Cruz | Mhaizy Joy Yuson

𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝟭𝟮 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗦

As School Year 2026 - 2027 begins, meet the class advisers who will guide and support Lizanians throughout the year as Filemon T. Lizan Senior High School remains true to its tagline "Ang Paaralang Pili mo : Tatak Lizan, Tatak Panalo."

✍️ | 🖼️ Jhennylyn Dela Cruz