SJC JHS The Shield

[𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓]

Good day, Josephians! 📸

Please be informed that all Josephians who requested hard copies of their photos may claim them tomorrow morning, March 19. Kindly visit Room 105 to receive your printed copies.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and cooperation as we prepare the prints for release. Thank you for your understanding.

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | 𝗦𝗝𝗖–𝗝𝗛𝗦 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 78𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆

In celebration of the 78th Founding Anniversary of St. Joseph College–Olongapo Inc. on March 16, 2026, the Josephian community gathered at the Junior High School (JHS) Quadrangle for the opening program, hosted by Masters of Ceremony Mr. Tobie Jordan Genobes and Ms. Starlene Lei B. Usi. Carrying the theme “Ka-Jose’ Yan: Husay sa Gawa, Bait sa Kapwa, Buti sa Lahat, 78 Taon ng Paglilingkod,” the celebration highlighted the unity and shared values fostered within the Josephian community.

The program began with an invocation, followed by the Entrance of Colors led by the SJC Criminology Honor Guard. The assembly continued with the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, conducted by Mr. Jonald Estella, a Physical Education teacher, and the Panunumpa sa Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas, led by Prezious Katalinae M. Langit, Vice President of the Central Board of Students (CBS) for the Senior High School Department. Afterwards, the SJC Chorale performed the St. Joseph Hymn, emphasizing the institution’s spirit of unity and faith.

Mr. Lance Christoffer Alejo, CBS President of the Senior High School Department, then led the Rededication to the SJCOI Vision, Mission, and Core Values, reminding the academic community of its commitment to service and excellence. Mrs. Teresa Y. Sabado, Vice President for Academics and Student Welfare and Elementary/K–10 Principal, delivered the Welcome Remarks to formally open the celebration.

Following this, Dr. Julius Cesar G. De Vera, Senior High School Principal, introduced the Guest of Honor and Speaker, Dr. Imelda P. Macaspac, Schools Division Superintendent of Olongapo City. In her message, she emphasized dedication, honor, and continued service in education. An inspirational message was also delivered by Most Rev. Bartolome G. Santos, D.D., College President and DIEFI Superintendent, inspiring the youth to uphold the institution’s legacy and continue striving for growth and excellence.

The program also featured special performances from the Ms. and Mr. Sports and Field Day participants of Division 1 and Division 2, followed by a field demonstration showcasing presentations from the Elementary, Junior High School, Senior High School, and College departments, together with the HFC Central Board Officers and the Alumni Association.

The event concluded with Closing Remarks by Mrs. Felicidad M. Borbe, Vice President for Administration and Finance. Through this celebration, the institution commemorated 78 years of service in education, reaffirming its enduring mission to form individuals who embody excellence in work, kindness toward others, and goodness for all.

Article by: Dexyvonne Yshi Vailoces
Captured by: Franxihn Jaene Villaflor

✨ 𝑺𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆, 𝑷𝒐𝒔𝒆, 𝑺𝒏𝒂𝒑! 📸

Field Week is made of little moments you’ll want to remember—𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘰 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴. That’s why 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 is bringing you three different ways to capture it all. 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦. 🖼

So gather your friends, strike your best pose, and let the camera work its magic. ✨️ Whether it’s silly, stylish, or simply a moment you want to keep, every snapshot tells a story. 🖊

📍 Find us at O’Brien Hall

Here’s how you can capture your Field Week memories:

𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 — 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 📸
Enjoy 6 minutes of photobooth fun!
• 5 tickets — Solo
• 7 tickets — Two people
• 8 tickets — Three people
➕ +2 tickets for every additional person

⚠️ 𝘼𝙣𝙮 𝙙𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚 4 𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙥𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣.

𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮 — 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
(𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙗) 🕵‍♂️
Solve the mystery while we capture the moment! While you’re working through the crime-solving activity, we’ll be taking photos. If you’d like a copy, you can get it for 2 tickets!

𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟯 — 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 📷
You might see us around! We’ll be roaming the event and capturing candid shots. If you like your photo and want it to be sent to you, simply give 2 ticket.

Early Bird Special 🌄
The first five customers at the photobooth get 2 tickets off.

𝙎𝙤 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙨𝙡𝙞𝙥 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙮— 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙩, 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙩. 💚

See you there, because this Field Week, it’s truly 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘮. 📸✨

Caption by: Edmundo Legaspi Jr.
Graphics by: Micah Aira Millares, Aya Mae De Silva, and April Ariane Austria

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗥𝗵𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗺𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗮𝘄 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗭 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘁 𝗦𝗝𝗖-𝗝𝗛𝗦

On Friday, March 6, the Josephian community gathered at the Junior High School Quadrangle of Saint Joseph College Olongapo, Inc. for the 43rd season of BLITZ, a highly anticipated student talent competition held in celebration of the Feast of St. Joseph. Known as Olongapo’s oldest ongoing student concert, the annual event once again brought together students, performers, and supporters for a night filled with music, dance, and talent.

The event opened with the Solo Singing Competition, where contestants showcased their vocal talents before an enthusiastic audience. After a series of heartfelt performances, Maane Chloe Elemento was declared Champion, followed by Jianne Xyrielle De Leon as First Runner-Up and Romela Franze Alejo as Second Runner-Up.

Following the singing competition, the audience was treated to two special performances by faculty members. The first special number, “TBS: The Biririt Syndrome,” featured Ms. Zheri De Leon, Ms. Anne Cortezano, Ms. Liza Oberez, Ms. Samantha Romblon, Mr. Kenneth Caranguian, and Mr. Mark Alterez, whose energetic performance delighted the crowd.

This was followed by another special performance from Triple A, composed of Mr. Ace Custodio, Ms. Ashllie Krisna Melencio, and Ms. Argyle Agapito, whose lively number further energized the audience.

The Dance Competition featured a single participating group, The Anxiety. Despite being the only group in the category, they delivered a captivating and emotional performance that left the audience in awe and ultimately earned them the title of Champion.

The excitement continued with the much-awaited Battle of the Bands, where student bands took the stage and delivered electrifying performances. Individual musicians were also recognized for their remarkable talent. Aris Alcantara took home the title of Best Vocalist. In the instrumental categories, Lanzo John Reuel Kabiling was named Best Lead Guitarist, Carl Yulas as Best Rhythm Guitarist, and Arkin Neil Oriendo as Best Bass Guitarist. The rhythm section was also highlighted as Ritchmar Anton Pineda received Best Drummer, while Rywel Allen Silva earned the title of Best Keyboardist.

In the overall band competition, Insomya emerged as the BLITZ 2026 Band Champion, with Reclipse placing First Runner-Up and Lovania finishing as Second Runner-Up. After the band competition, the champion of last year’s BLITZ, KefaLonnia, returned to the stage for a special performance, adding a nostalgic highlight to the evening.

The 43rd Season of BLITZ concluded with resounding applause from the Josephian community, celebrating yet another successful year of talent and creativity among students.

Article by: Erich Chloe Vinoya
Captured by: Carlisle Elepongga

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗜𝗸𝗮-𝟰𝟬 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗼 𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗗𝗦𝗔, 𝗜𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗦𝗝𝗖-𝗢𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼

Isinagawa kanina, Pebrero 26, 2026, ang isang malikhaing programa na may temang “𝘙𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘌𝘋𝘚𝘈: 𝘒𝘢𝘣𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘢𝘯, 𝘒𝘶𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘰𝘴 𝘒𝘢!” sa St. Joseph College Olongapo, Inc. – Junior High School (SJC-JHS) bilang paggunita sa ika-40 anibersaryo ng EDSA People Power Revolution. Layunin ng programa na ipaalala ang makasaysayang pakikibaka ng mga Pilipino para sa kalayaan at pagbabago ng bansa.

Aktibong nakilahok ang mga mag-aaral sa iba’t ibang pagtatanghal upang maipakita ang kahalagahan ng EDSA People Power Revolution sa pamamagitan ng pagsayaw, pag-awit, at pagganap.

Bago nagsimula ang programa, nagbigay ng pambungad na pagbati si Jade Migaile Espinoza, Pangulo ng Araling Panlipunan (AP) Club. Kanyang kinilala sina Teresa Y. Sabado, Punong-Guro ng paaralan, at Jonathan T. Galicia, Pangalawang Punong-Guro.

Sinimulan ang programa sa pagdarasal ng Banal na Rosaryo na pinangunahan nina G. Samuel Edquilane ng Christian Living Education (CLE) Department at G. Edmund Padua ng Araling Panlipunan Department.

Matapos ang pagdarasal, nagbigay ng mensahe si Espinoza hinggil sa kahalagahan ng EDSA People Power Revolution at sa papel ng kabataan sa pagpapanatili ng demokrasya.

Ipinagpatuloy ang programa sa pagtatanghal ng mga miyembro ng Culture and Arts Society (CAS). Nagpakitang-gilas ang mga kasapi ng Baile sa pamamagitan ng sayaw na nagpapakita ng kawalan ng kapayapaan at pakikibaka ng mga Pilipino gamit ang kantang “𝘒𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘺𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘩𝘢𝘯.”

Nagpasalamat si G. Edmund Padua sa mga miyembro ng CAS at nagbigay rin ng mensahe tungkol sa mahahalagang pangyayari at ambag ng People Power sa demokrasya. Bilang bahagi ng programa, naghandog din siya ng isang awitin bago ipagpatuloy ang kanyang talumpati.

Habang nagsasalita si G. Padua, itinanghal ng mga miyembro ng AP Club ang isang dramatikong pagganap na naglalarawan sa mga kaganapan noong EDSA People Power Revolution. Ilan sa kanila ay gumanap bilang mga kilalang personalidad sa kasaysayan tulad nina Ferdinand Marcos Sr., Imelda Marcos, Ninoy Aquino, at Cory Aquino.

Naghandog din ng awitin sina Kiann Claude Padilla at Romela Alejo, mga miyembro ng CAS Himig, bilang bahagi ng programa.

Bilang pagtatapos, nagpasalamat si G. Jonathan T. Galicia sa lahat ng nakiisa at lumahok sa programa, lalo na sa mga tagapag-ugnay na sina Gng. Lana Nepomuceno ng Christian Living Education Department, Bb. Ashllie Krisna Melencio ng CAS, at Gng. Jessica T. Espinoza ng Araling Panlipunan Department. Pagkatapos ng pasasalamat, pinabalik niya ang mga mag-aaral sa kani-kanilang silid-aralan.

Isinulat ni: Lei Margaret Rafanan
Kuha nina: Carlisle Elepongga, Paul Isaac Pineda, at Rhiane Palomo

𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋 | 𝗘𝗗𝗦𝗔 𝗜𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆—𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝗔 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆

“𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘺… 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺.” — Apolinario Mabini

Along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, millions once gathered with nothing but courage in their hearts and a firm refusal to be silenced. They showed us that freedom is never simply handed over—it has to be claimed, protected, and practiced every single day. It wasn’t a parade. It wasn’t a staged photo opportunity. It was ordinary people choosing to stand their ground, meeting fear with faith and doubt with quiet determination.

Years have passed. The streets are calmer now, the confetti long gone, the yellow ribbons no longer bright against the sky. Yet the question still lingers: are we standing up for the freedoms they fought so hard to restore, or have we slowly allowed comfort and
indifference to take courage’s place? 🇵🇭

Written by: Trisha Turqueza
Graphics by: Julia Lopez
Caption by: Edmundo Legaspi Jr.

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 | 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀𝗮𝗸𝗲

Your small keepsakes rest inside a box,
Metal dulled by grieving hands,
Worn thin by a love that slipped through locks,
And pale with all our quiet plans.

This little token chills my palm,
Once light enough to make me float—
It does not warm, it does not calm,
It whispers I should have let you go.

The notebook tied with fragile lace
Still carries ink from yesterday;
And crumpled notes I can’t erase
Hold words you never got to say.

Some will claim that things are just things,
That sorrow should be quick to pass—
Yet every fiber stubbornly clings
To brittle bridges of the past.

I was only clearing out my room,
Dust and silence in the air;
So allow me this quiet proof of you—
For love outlives what we must bear.

Written by: Carl Justin Ibo
Illustrated by: Jullen Tolentino
Graphics by: April Ariane Austria

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝗦𝗝𝗖𝗢𝗜 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗙𝗜 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄

On February 5, 2026, St. Joseph College–Olongapo, Inc. (SJCOI) hosted the Diocese of Iba Educational Foundation, Inc. (DIEFI) Monitoring and Evaluation Visit focused on curriculum implementation and Christian formation across its Elementary, Junior High School, and Senior High School departments.

The three-hour review, conducted from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., aimed to assess how effectively the institution delivers its academic programs while strengthening its Catholic identity. The visiting team included Rev. Fr. William Monsalud and Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Jose S. Montes from the DIEFI Board of Trustees, along with Curriculum Coordinators Mrs. Jo-Ann Gallagher and Mr. Steven Lloyd Maybituin.

School officials warmly received the delegation, led by Mrs. Teresa Y. Sabado, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Welfare and K–10 Principal. Joining her were Mrs. Felicidad M. Borbe, Vice President for Administrative and Financial Services; Mr. Julius De Vera, Senior High School Principal; Mrs. Diana L. Tolentino, College Dean and CESO Director; Mrs. Rachel R. Diago, Campus Ministry Director; and Mr. Jonathan T. Galicia, Director of Planning and Quality Assurance and Junior High School Vice Principal.

During the visit, the evaluators reviewed instructional planning, teaching strategies, assessment systems, and documentation processes. Particular attention was given to how Christian values are integrated into classroom instruction and co-curricular programs. The initiative forms part of DIEFI’s continuing effort to ensure that its member schools remain aligned with established academic standards and the Church’s mission of faith formation.

Classroom observations were also conducted among selected faculty members using the official DIEFI evaluation tool. Observed teachers included Mrs. Evelyn G. Funee, Science Coordinator; Mr. Garry De Dios, Science and Math Teacher and Grade 10 Level Leader; and Mrs. Laarnie Onato, Christian Living Education Coordinator and Elementary Faculty President. Observers noted strong learner participation, well-structured competency-based lessons, effective classroom management, and meaningful integration of Christian values in instruction.

Each observation concluded with a post-conference session, allowing evaluators and teachers to engage in reflective dialogue. These sessions provided space for constructive feedback and professional affirmation. The visiting team commended the faculty members for their preparedness, dedication, and commitment to delivering quality education rooted in faith.

The activity concluded with the sharing of initial insights and recommendations geared toward sustained growth and continuous improvement. School leaders expressed appreciation for the guidance and support extended by the DIEFI representatives.

The successful conduct of the monitoring visit reaffirmed SJCOI’s commitment to holistic education—nurturing both academic excellence and spiritual development—in keeping with its guiding principle that Christ remains at the heart of its mission.

Article by: Yssa Gabrielle Dimen
Photos courtesy of Mr. Jonathan Galicia

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝗬𝗘𝗦-𝗢, 𝗖𝗕𝗦, 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱

Earlier this morning, February 3, 2026, following the general assembly led by St. Lorenzo at the St. Joseph College Olongapo, Inc. Junior High School quadrangle, the school formally proclaimed student organization election results and recognized academic and faith-based achievements in celebration of the Diocesan-Level National Bible Month 2026. The announcements and awardings were conducted by the Youth for Environment in School Organization (YES-O), the Central Board of Students (CBS), the Math Club, and the CLE Coordinator.

The program formally opened with the announcement of the newly elected YES-O officers for School Year 2026–2027. The results were presented by the YES-O Commission on Elections, led by Chairman Trisha Turqueza and Vice-Chairman Jade Espinoza. The newly elected officers are headed by President Ysabelle V. Uy, with Vice President Ramzel Sophia G. Abad, Secretary Micah Aira S. Millares, Treasurer Patrick Royce A. Lugtu, Auditor Stefenn Matthew S. Calinaya, Public Information Officer Wischa Marie F. Edjan, and Protocol Officer Ainhoa Samantha M. Navalta, along with the elected grade-level representatives: Grade 10 Representative are Ellene Eina O. Manansala, Alexander D. Cinco, and Troan John David Vytiaco, Grade 9 Representative are Wreginelle Fate Andres, Tatyanna Dela Cruz, and John Cris Gatmaitan, Grade 8 Representative Gabriella Vania R. Remorin, Ralf Charles Hormillosa, and Wrenz Lee Edjan.

Following the YES-O proclamation, the Central Board of Students announced the official results of its student government elections for School Year 2026–2027. The results were presented by CBS President Elisha Mariel Elinzano and Vice President Marize Andrea Molina. Leading the newly elected board is President Yllabella Dominico, with Vice President Andrea Mae Natiola, Secretary Weem Youone Pabalinas, Treasurer Raine Bombales, Auditor Carlisle Elopongga, Public Information Officer Aron Gabriel Bernardo, and Peace Officer Isabela Louise Tolentino. Also elected to the board are the grade-level representatives, namely Emylio Jhio Anonuevo, Athena Dayson, and Denver Pellico for Grade 8; Justin Carpo, Mikaela Rainne Santonil, and Shin Ashton Rico for Grade 9; and Aimhiel Culis, Machayla Shae Pangan, and Erich Chloe Vinoya for Grade 10.

After the student organization announcements, the Math Club proceeded with the proclamation of winners for the Inter-Level Math Decathlon. For the Grade 7 competition, St. Benedict placed third runner-up, St. Clement secured second runner-up, and St. Anthony emerged as champion. In the Grade 8 category, St. Cecilia placed third runner-up, St. Catherine claimed second runner-up, while St. Agatha took first place. For Grade 9, St. Jude finished as third runner-up, St. Bartholomew placed second runner-up, and St. Andrew emerged as champion. In the Grade 10 level, St. Sebastian placed third runner-up, St. Augustine secured second runner-up, and St. Michael claimed the championship.

The program also highlighted the achievements of St. Joseph College Olongapo, Inc. students during the Diocesan-Level National Bible Month 2026. The school earned first runner-up in the Bible Quiz Bee through the efforts of Ethan Matthew Mariano, Edmundo Legaspi Jr., and Jan Kenzo Javellana. In the Bible Character Portrayal category, Eryka Lei Navalta secured first runner-up, while Aniela Celine Morano earned first runner-up honors in the Slogan Making competition.

In recognition of their guidance and dedication, the advisers and coaches who supported the students throughout the Bible Month competitions were also acknowledged. These include Mrs. Rachel Diago, Mrs. Lana Nepomuceno, Mrs. Laarni Onato, Mrs. Jesusa Bunda, and Mrs. Arlyn Belnas.

The series of announcements and awardings reflected the school’s continued commitment to leadership, academic excellence, faith formation, and service, as demonstrated by the achievements of its students and educators across various organizations and competitions.

Written by: Rhyse Joseph Moya
Captured by: Zuriel Zeno Bautista

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 | 𝗧𝗼 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗯𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵, 𝗧𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲

They do not simply hold the chalk,
They guide our steps in how we walk,
Shaping young hearts in every talk,
And cheer the loudest as we unlock.

Through faith they lead, through love they guide,
Teaching truth with Christ beside.
Like the first teacher, our Savior and light,
Jesus Christ who showed us mercy, truth, and right.

They form our hearts to love, to give,
To walk with grace in the lives we live.
In gentle ways His words survive,
Through every lesson that helps us thrive.

We see the love in all you do,
The patience, care, and guidance too.
For every prayer and sacrifice,
We thank you with hearts sincere and wise.

You nurture minds and souls to rise,
Planting wisdom that never dies.
Through every trial and sound advice,
We honor you—our teachers in Christ.

Written by: Gwen Louise Dela Merced
Illustrated by: Maria Ferlyn Del Rosario
Graphics by: Micah Aira Millares



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𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | 𝗬𝗘𝗦-𝗢 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗕𝗦 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

The Youth for Environment in School Organization (YES-O) and the Central Board of Students (CBS) announced their respective candidates for the upcoming school elections during a general assembly held today, January 27, 2026.

The YES-O candidates were first presented by YES-O COMELEC chairman Trisha Turqueza and vice chairman Jade Espinoza, who introduced the nominees for the organization’s elections. The announcement began with the A.U.R.A. Partylist.

Running under the A.U.R.A. Partylist are Ysabelle V. Uy for president and Ramzel Sophia G. Abad for vice president. Also included in the slate are Micah Aira S. Millares for secretary, Patrick Royce A. Lugtu for treasurer, Stefenn Matthew S. Calinaya for auditor, Wischa Marie F. Edjan for public information officer, and Ainhoa Samantha M. Navalta for peace officer.

The party also presented its candidates for grade representatives. Representing Grade 8 are Ralf Charles Hormillosa, Wrenz Lee F. Edjan, and Gabriella Vania R. Remorin. The candidates for Grade 9 representatives are Tatyanna D. Dela Cruz, John Cris E. Gatmaitan, and Wreginelle Fate G. Andres, while the Grade 10 representative candidates are Ellene Eina O. Manansala, Alexander D. Cinco, and Troan John David Vytiaco. An independent candidate, Xian Josiah Kyle E. Tirso, is also running for Grade 8 representative.

Following the YES-O announcement, the Central Board of Students presented the candidates for its upcoming elections. The presentation was led by CBS president Elisha Mariel Elinzano and vice president Marize Andrea Molina.

Under the SILAKBO Partylist, the candidates include Yllabella Alleksey Dominico for president and Andrea Mae Natiola for vice president. Other nominees under the party are Weem Youone Pabalinas for secretary, Raine B. Bombales for treasurer, Carlisle Elopongga for auditor, Aron Gabriel Bernardo for public information officer, and Isabela Louise Tolentino for peace officer. The party also named its candidates for grade representatives, with Lousille Doon, Denver Pellico, and Athena Dayson for Grade 8; Mikaela Santonil, Shin Ashton Rico, and Justin Carpo for Grade 9; and Erich Chloe Vinoya, Andi Coleen Clark, and Aimhiel Culis for Grade 10.

The TROPA Partylist also presented its slate of candidates, led by Icah Carish Dela Peña for president and Maria Fatima Amores for vice president. Also running under the party are Kiel Allison Tirona for secretary, Gabrielle Abigail Lobaton for treasurer, Lady Aeowynn Simon for auditor, Gabriel A. Monsalud for public information officer, and Carl Fedrich Del Rosario for peace officer. The party’s candidates for grade representatives include Angelo Espeso, Emylio Jhio Anonuevo, Ayesha Pearl Sol, and Khaylie Ambrae Perillo for Grade 8; Princess Penelope Bugayong, Dirk Angelo Pelito, Nadine T. Nadeo, and Isabella G. Alferos for Grade 9; and Micah Carlia Razal, Mackayla Shae Pangan, and Xandrea Casey Collado for Grade 10.

The assembly concluded with a brief announcement from the Culture and Arts Society regarding an upcoming theater production titled “Sino ba si Malaya?” After the presentations, students returned to their respective classrooms to continue the school day.

Article by: Rhyse Joseph Moya
Captured by: Paul Isaac Pineda