08/09/2026
TSNHS Launches Elevate, Conducts Juvenile Justice Seminar
Tandang Sora National High School (TSNHS) launched the Not Alone program by Elevate and held a Juvenile Justice Seminar to improve students' holistic and spiritual well-being at the schoolโs covered court on September 7, 2026.
The event was organized by the Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG) led by Mr. Jay Quirante, SSLG Adviser, and Mrs. Roselyn Cruz, AP Master Teacher.
The initiative anchored its theme on "Guidance, Responsibility, Opportunity, and Well-being: Nurturing Juveniles to Grow into Responsible and Resilient Individuals."
Dr. Lorna C. Mendoza, Principal II, delivered the welcome remarks, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, accountability, and the vital choices students make as they mature.
โToday is an opportunity to talk about things that matter as you grow up... your rights, your responsibilities, the choices you make, and the consequences that may come with those choices,โ Dr. Mendoza said.
Mr. Eruel Loremas, an Elevate representative, subsequently discussed the organization's mission, ongoing projects, and its collaboration with the program.
In an interview, Mr. Loremas emphasized the value of integrating these initiatives with juvenile justice awareness.
โIt's important to correlate Elevate and our Not Alone program with juvenile justice because it helps young people reduce crime involvement and addresses the challenges that today's youth face,โ he said.
Police Chief Master Sergeant (PCMS) Princess T. Relayo then discussed the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 (Republic Act No. 9344), as amended by Republic Act No. 10630, along with its related policies.
She also explained the age of criminal liability, noting that children 15 years old and below are exempt, and outlined the consequences should an offense occur.
โExempted sa criminal liability ang 15 years old pababa. Sinasabi ko po ito para sa kaalaman niyo, hindi para gamitin sa masama. Bawat city may tinatawag na bahay pag asa na duon dinadala ang mga batang nagkaroon ng offense,โ PCMS Relayo said.
The program concluded with the awarding of certificates of recognition to the most active clubs with the highest number of attendees: the GAD Club placed 1st, followed by the AP Club in 2nd, the Interact Club in 3rd, and the Math Club in 4th.
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Written by: Elijah Rivera and Bruce Lee
Photos by: Kyle Lamayo and Gwen Bumanglag
Layout by: Rizza Mae Evangelista
Copyread by: Kylie Eneres
