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Now more than ever, let's stand for transparency, justice, and accountability.

All the best Centro Campus Journalists in your respective categories! May God bless you with Knowledge, Heart, and Skills tomorrow and always as you use your pens to make your voices heard. 🙏😇💗 Your KHS family is rooting for you all!

Time definitely flies fast, 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗢 is ready to present your 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 to 𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 recap! 📰

From 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 🎉 to 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 🥇 — 𝗞𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗼 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 proved itself as a 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 for 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨. 🏆

Take time to 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗲, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹, and 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 captured 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 and 𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 before this year ends. 🫂🫶

𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗢 has made a 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 of wonderful 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 shared inside our 𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫. Our dedicated 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 have put their 𝗄𝗇𝗈𝗐𝗅𝖾𝖽𝗀𝖾, 𝗁𝖾𝖺𝗋𝗍, and 𝗌𝗄𝗂𝗅𝗅𝗌 in crafting these articles. ✍️

Take a 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 and let's 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 how far we've come. 🥳

🖊️ Rayne Moral & Shecainah Dayle Ibusag

Tindig Kabataan: Para sa Kalayaan!

Ika-21 ng Setyembre taong 2025 isang malakihang pagproprotesta ang gaganapin sa Luneta sa Maynila. Tinatawag itong ‘main event’, ito ay ang pagtindig ng pagtuligsa laban sa korapsyon, mga multong pigil-bahang proyekto, at manawagan para sa mabuting liderato ng gobyerno.

Tinatayang 3,000 kapulisan ang magbabantay para mapanatili ang kaligtasan ng malawakang kilos protesta ng libo-libong Pilipino na titindig at dadalo sa rally na nagnanais na marinig ang kanilang boses, tumindig laban sa korapsyon at tuligsain ang di-makatarungang hustisya.

Ayon sa Proclamation No. 319 series of 2017 itinalaga ang Ika-21 ng Setyembre bilang National Day of Protest na nagbibigay ng karapatan upang isigaw ang ninanais sabihin, magpahayag ng matutulis na salita ang maglahad ng talumpati laban sa gobyerno at ang nasabing malawakang protesta ay ginanap din para sa pag-alala ng Batas Militar noong taong 1972 sa ilalim ng liderato ng dating pangulo Ferdinand Marcos Sr. na nagsisilbing paalala sa ating lahat na ang sambayanan ang tunay na may kapangyarihan. Pinaalalahanan ni Civil Service Commission (CSC) Assistant Commissioner Arien Ronquillo ang mga civil servants na umakto ng may makatarungang pag-uugali at iwasan ang pag mga kilos na labag sa batas.

Panahong ber months ay iginugunita ang pagsapit ng pasko datapwat inaasahan lagi ang pagbagsak ng mga bagyo na tiyak na magdudulot ng trahedya. Kaunting ulan, bumabaha — dahil nga ba ito sa mga mamamayan? o dahil sa hindi makatarungang paggamit ng pondo ng Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Huling kwarter ng taong 2025 imbis na yumakap ang espritu ng pasko, yumakap ang mga kamuhi-muhing asta ng gobyerno, kongreso at ang kalapastangan ng mga buwayang kontraktor na di umano sangkot na ghost flood control projects na nag-ugat sa pagka-poot ng damdamin at pagsiklab ng nag-aalab na layunin ng pinagsamasamang henerasyon na makalaya mula sa kalupitan ng pamahalaan.

Bigo man ang mga nakaraang henerasyon na pigilan ang korapsyon ngunit ngayon ay ang mga pinagtumpok-tumpok na henerasyon ay nagkakaisa para sa pagtindig laban sa anomalya sa gobyerno. Ang buwis ng sambayanan, tunay nga bang nasa magagandang proyekto ng gobyerno? o ang pondo na iniatas ng kongreso para sa mga proyekto ay napunta lamang sa pantutustos sa luho at sa magarang pagbili ng magagarbong sasakyan, nagsisilakihang mansyon, at ang paggastos ng daang-daang libong piso para lamang sa isang kainan. Sabi sa karatula ng DPWH “This is where your taxes goes“ ngunit ang katotohanan this is where your taxes ghost — imbis na mailigtas ang bayan mula sa trahedya, ang pera ng sambayanan ay minumulto! — mismong ang ating pamahalaan ang naglulugmok sa atin at nagbibigay ng sakuna.

Oras na para malaman ng gobyerno na hindi natin tatanggapin ang kung anumang hindi makatotohanan at mapanlinlang nilang asal ay hindi matatakpan ang butas — na napapa-alam sa publiko na hindi mapagkakatiwalaan ang gobyerno. Ang mga mamamayang Pilipino ay sumusugod sa baha para lamang maitawid ang kanilang hanap-buhay at makapag-aral pero ang mga buwayang opisyales ay sakay ng kanilang milyon-milyong halaga ng isa lamang sasakyan galing sa pera ng sambayanan at ang mga anak ng magnanakaw ay nalulunod sa mamahaling mga branded bags na mula sa katas ng hirap, pagod, at pagsasakripisyo ng mga nagbabayad ng buwis.

Gaya hagupit ng hangin, pagtaas ng lebel ng tubig sa ilog sa konting pagpatak ng ulan, bahang abot-leeg — ngayon ang iskandal sa korapsyon nag-uugat sa pag-agnas ng tiwala ng publiko. Hindi na natutulog ang diwa ng mga Pilipino na gusto ng magandang liderato, hindi na bulag ang mata ng bayan para hindi makita ang harap-harapang pagnanakaw sa pera ng sambayanan. Nakakapanggalit ng sobra na ang mga lider ng bayan na siyang dapat na pumoprotekta sa kaligtasan ng mamamayang kanilang nasasakupan ngunit sila pa mismo ang itinatakwil ang responsibilidad at siya pang nagdudulot ng trahedya.

Milyon ang mga naghihirap sa buhay — dugo’t pawis nila’y iaalay maitwaid lamang ang bukas at mapawi man lang ang gutom ng kani-kanilang pamilya ngunit nasaan ang hustisya? na ang mga napatunayang nagnanakaw mula sa pondo ng bayan ay naka-upo parin sa gobyerno at na nanatiling nagbebenepisyo mula sa perang mula sa sikap at pagod ng mga Pilpino. Kung sino pa ang hindi lumalaban ng patas sa buhay ay siya pang nabubuhay nang walang iniintinding pagtulo ng ulan sa loob ng bahay, paglusong sa baha, at pagbili ng kakainin sa araw-araw.

Ang kaganapan sa Luneta, Maynila nitong ika-21 ng Setyembre taong 2025 ay hindi lamang pagpila at pagsigaw ng libo-libong Pilipino ngunit isang protesta na naghahayag ng testamentong ang Pilipinas ay nangangailangan ng mabuting pamamahala, mga lider na tapat, at pamahalaang may mabuting sistema! at sapat na! ang panlalapastangan nila sa pondo ng mamamayan, sukat na! ang pagtakwil sa tiwala ng sambayanan, at higit sa lahat itigil na! ang kasuklam-suklam na pagsisinungaling.

Imbestigasyon ay sumiklab, ngunit ang hinihingi ng sambayanan ay ang pagbabago! hindi sapat ang interbyu at pagsagot sa ilang katanungan lamang — panagutin ang dapat panagutin! Mula sa iba't ibang henerasyon — nagkakaisa sa pagtindig upang marinig ang tinig na sumisigaw para sa kalayaan mula sa panlalapastangan ng pamahalaan! Boses ng sambayanan, Magkaisa ang bayan!

✒️: Genesis C. Valenzuela
🎨: Stephanie Tabangcura
✅: Athena Venice Sanchez

September 21: A Flood of Voices Against Corruption

Every year, September 21 is remembered as the day martial law was declared in 1972—a painful reminder of authoritarianism, censorship, and abuse of power. However, this year has taken on renewed meaning. On this day, Filipinos once again take to the streets—not just to remember the dark shadows of the past but to confront today’s crisis: massive corruption in government projects, particularly those meant to protect communities from flooding. The so-called “Trillion Peso March” is more than a commemoration; it is a declaration that citizens will no longer be silent where public funds are lost to ghost projects, substandard works, and questionable deals.

The “Trillion Peso March” is not just about billions—or even trillions of pesos allegedly wasted. It is about trust. Every peso misused is a peso stolen from affected families, from students who need classrooms and from communities longing for safety and progress. Worse, corruption in flood-control projects means lives are at risk when heavy rains come and infrastructure fails. Allegations of “ghost” flood-control projects worth billions, coupled with substandard work and suspicious allocations, strike a painful chord in a country battered by typhoons and rising sea levels. The government has assured the public that no one will be spared in investigations, but Filipinos have heard such promises before. What’s different is that the people are watching, demanding, and acting together.

This September 21, 2025 in UP Diliman, where students staged local protests, to the People Power Monument, where Akbayan Rep. Chel Diokno declared that the people’s cry is for accountability, and down to Luneta Park, where thousands gathered under strict police monitoring, the message is clear: Filipinos are united to demand honesty and justice. Groups from the legal profession, church, and civil society, will march under the banner “Flood in Luneta,” while the Makabayan Bloc called for an investigation of corrupt judges. Even online, voices grew louder, stating that as long as political dynasties dominate, the cycle of corruption will continue—urging voters to raze these dynasties in the 2028 elections. The scale of these protests matches their symbolism. September 21 has long been associated with abuses of power, and rallying on this date ties the memory of martial law to the present failures of the system. Just as dictatorship once silenced the nation, corruption today robs citizens of safety, resources, and trust.

It is important to note that these rallies were not acts of rebellion but of responsibility. Citizens across generations—students, professionals, activists, and faith leaders—stood together to remind government officials that democracy is not just voting; it is active vigilance. Their demands are not radical: transparent audits, swift investigations, and genuine accountability. To dismiss these calls as mere noise would be an error, repeating the arrogance of past leaders who rule out the people’s will.

Of course, these rallies must remain peaceful, and the government must ensure that demonstrators are heard, not harassed. What the people demand is not chaos but clarity: independent audits, release of project details, and swift punishment for those proven guilty. Public outrage is not an obstacle to governance—it is a lifeline, a signal pointing to where reform must begin.

The September 21 movement is more than just a protest—it is both a warning and a pledge. It warns those in power that corruption, no matter how carefully concealed, will be exposed. It also pledges that Filipinos will never give up their right to demand justice and good governance. 53 years after martial law, the call for accountability remains alive. Today, the battle is not against dictatorship but against dishonesty—and once again, the Filipino people stand ready to fight.

✒️: Juliana Rose B. Santos
🎨: Stephanie Tabangcura
✅: Rayne Moral

𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗨𝗣 ! 📢

We are proud to present the list of the qualifiers to be part of 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗢—the Kapitolyo High School's Official Student Publication. These individuals have shown exceptional potential and passion for the craft. With that, they will represent the school in the upcoming Division Schools Press Conference.

Congratulations! The CENTRO FAM welcomes you warmly and looks forward to creating an unforgettable year together—📝💜

Taas-kamaong pagpupugay sa mga mamamahayag na hindi natitinag sa paghahanap ng katotohanan.

🎉 Congratulations, Centro Campus Journalists! 🎉

3rd place overall in Filipino category and 8th place overall in English and Filipino categories at the 30th Division Schools Press Conference! 🏆✨

Filipino Category
NATASHA NICOLE S. ALLAM- First Place (Pagwawasto at Pag-uulo ng Balita)
STEPHANIE G. TABANGCURA- Second Place (Pagsulat ng Lathalain)
THIRDY E. BERNALES- 2nd Place (Paglalarawang Tudling)
SANDER MAE N. AÑORA- 5th Place (Pagsulat sa Agham)
MARIANE KLEO C. LEYESA-9th Place (Pagsulat ng Kolum)
DANA CLAIRE E. PALMAIRA- 9th Place (Pagsulat ng Balitang Isport)

English Category
THEA MARIE D. MACESAR- 2nd Place (Newswriting)
RAYNE R. MORAL- 7th Place (Copyreading and Headlining)
SHECAINAH DAYLE V. IBUSAG- 7th Place (Science Writing)
JOHN DHERECK D. BANIQUED- 10th Place (Sports Writing)
VAN GABRIEL A. LAGUA- 10th Place (Feature Writing)

Campus Journalists
ZACH DANIEL R. FELICITAS- Editorial Cartooning
JAYDEN E. STA. MARIA- Photojournalism
GABRIELE MATTHEW B. FERRARIS- Feature Writing
JULIA ANNE S. TUASON- Column Writing
STEPHANIE JOYCE A. AGURILLA-Pagsulat ng Balita
MARY B. ORANZA-Pagkuha ng Larawan
MARIEA JANE B. ROXAS- Pagsulat ng Pangulong Tudling

This milestone is a testament to your hard work, creativity, and passion for journalism. More than these accolades, we fervently hope that the experiences you’ve gained in this endeavor will be a memory worthy to be kept in your treasure troves. Know that we are extremely proud of you all!

Special thanks to the school administration, Sir Lazaro Torres and Maam Vida Bianca M. Laus for the support. SPAs Maam Marilou Padua, Sir Benjie Pasco and Sir Roy Nalagon. Our canteen staff, librarian, Kuya Mike, to your parents and those who in one way or another helped us in this journey.

Malayo pa, pero malayo na! Padayon!

Get ready to 𝙬𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙪𝙥 your 𝑱𝑼𝑳𝒀 - 𝑵𝑶𝑽𝑬𝑴𝑩𝑬𝑹 𝑹𝑬𝑪𝑨𝑷 ˳ᐟ

Take time to 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 and 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 on some of your 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 before the school year ends.

𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔🎄 is fast approaching and so is the end of the year, that is why this special gift is ᴊᴜꜱᴛ ꜰᴏʀ ʏᴏᴜ!

𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗢 has poured out all their 𝖪𝗇𝗈𝗐𝗅𝖾𝖽𝗀𝖾, 𝖧𝖾𝖺𝗋𝗍 𝖺𝗇𝖽 𝖲𝗈𝗎𝗅 in piling up articles 🗞️and photographs 📸 to put together some of the 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 ✨of this 𝙖𝙘𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧 2024-2025.

Let this recap be your reminder of 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐞’𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 and the brighter moments ahead, 𝑲𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒕𝒐𝒍𝒚𝒂𝒏𝒔! 🙌🏻

📝 : Julia Anne S. Tuason & Mary B. Oranza