30/09/2026
MCES journalists win at DSPC 2026
Malalag Central Elementary School (MCES) proudly showcased its young journalists’ skills and talents during the Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC) 2026, held at Sulop National High School, Sulop, Davao del Sur.
The school earned several awards across different individual and group categories, demonstrating the learners’ dedication, creativity, and passion for campus journalism.
Leading the winners was Ary Floriam D. Sampiano, who secured 1st Place in Pinakamahusay na Tagapag-ulat under Radio Scriptwriting and Broadcasting – Filipino. Ayeesha G. Gingco followed with 2nd Place in Pinakamahusay na Tagapagbalita.
MCES also garnered 3rd Place finishes. Earl B. Estita placed 3rd in Copy Editing and Headline Writing, while Martin Rich C. Tenorio earned 3rd Place in Pagsulat ng Agham at Teknolohiya.
In the Radio Scripwriting and Broadcasting-Filipino, composed of Jamaicah O. Abian, Ayeesha G. Gingco, Jeff Isaac M. Java, Ary Floriam D. Sampiano, Francheska B. Javellana, Reycel Kaye N. Alcasid, and Teresa Claire C. Bingcal earned 3rd Place in Pinakamahusay sa Paggawa ng Infomercial, as well as 4th Place in Pinakamahusay sa Pagsulat ng Iskrip and 4th Place in Pinakamahusay sa Pangkalahatang Produksyong Panradyo. The team also placed 5th in Pinakamahusay na Aplikasyong Teknikal.
Other individual awardees included Ariana Grace G. Corvera, who placed 4th in Editorial Writing; JL Erich Novem G. Montenegro, who placed 5th in Pagsulat ng Kolum; Mary Hope C. Militante, who placed 7th in Pagwawasto ng Sipi at Pag-uulo ng Balita; and Ella Mavic L. Firmalino, who placed 7th in Photojournalism.
Adding to the school’s achievements, MCES also emerged as Second Runner-Up in the Filipino Group Event, further highlighting the learners’ teamwork, confidence, creativity, and communication skills.
Behind these accomplishments were the dedicated coaches who continuously guided and trained the learners; Rosalie P. Moranta, Jee Jessa L. Hamili, Rea Joy M. Occillada, Judy Marie N. Canoy, Christine Mae F. Camilo, and Reylann Louise Mae G. Sulatan.
The victories at the DSPC 2026 reflect the commitment of the learners, coaches, and the entire Malalag Central Elementary School community to developing responsible, creative, and skilled young communicators.
With these accomplishments, MCES continues to nurture its learners’ talents and inspire them to use their voices, stories, and skills to inform, empower, and make a difference in their school and community.