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𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬!
A heartfelt congratulations to Rayu Gravador, an SPSSM Alumnus, for being crowned Grand Winner of GMA Sparkle Ultimate Campus Cuties 2! 👑

Your talent, dedication, confidence, and hard work have truly paid off. You have made your dreams a reality and brought immense pride and joy to everyone who has supported you along the way.

Your SPSSM Family is incredibly proud of you, Rayu!

𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔🏊
Congratulations to our dear Paulinian pupils for their outstanding performance in swimming competition last August 1, 2026, at Paraiso Ni Baste Resort, Valenzuela City.

Your hard work, dedication, and determination have led to remarkable achievements in the competition under the body and minds club. The St. Paul School of Sta. Maria, Inc. is truly proud of your success.

May you continue to strive for excellence and inspire others through your perseverance and sportsmanship.

Congratulations once again, achievers!

Caption by Mr. James Santiago
Photos by Ms. Irah May Delos Reyes
Layout by Ms. Janelle Santos

𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 | 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐🥕🫑🍆
Last Friday, July 31, 2026, St. Paul School of Sta. Maria, Inc. (SPSSM) successfully held the second part and culmination of its Nutrition Month Celebration through a Filipino Dishes Cooking Challenge.

Parents from Grades 4 to 6 showcased their culinary talents by preparing two well-loved Filipino dishes—menudo and pakbet. Each group presented delicious, nutritious, and beautifully plated dishes, reflecting their creativity and dedication.

Adding significance to the celebration, some SPC Sisters visited SPSSM to witness the event and they were warmly welcomed by the entire school community. During the program, Sister Marissa Mendez, SPC, the school principal, delivered an inspiring message encouraging pupils to develop healthy eating habits by choosing nutritious foods that help strengthen the body and boost the immune system.

The Filipino Dishes Cooking Challenge highlighted the importance of preparing healthy and nutritious meals while promoting proper food preparation, teamwork, cleanliness, hygiene, and attractive food presentation. The grades 4, 5 and 6 pupils observed intently while the parents were preparing the ingredients and cooking the viands which were also shared to them as their lunch. Through this meaningful activity, participants celebrated Filipino cuisine while reinforcing the value of good nutrition and healthy living.

Caption by Mr. James Santiago
Layout by Ms. Janelle Santos
Photos by Paulinews Photo Journalists

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞!

May the Lord bless you always, and may the Blessed Virgin Mary continues to watch over and protect you.

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐏𝐒𝐒𝐌 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲!

📢Paulinians, are you ready to journey with Moana on August 21, 2026?
See you there!

St. Paul School of Sta. Maria, Inc. proudly presents the Paulinews Organization for school year 2026–2027. Meet the dedicated and passionate student journalists who will serve as the voice of the Paulinian community, sharing stories, celebrating achievements, and inspiring others through responsible and meaningful journalism.

Layout by Ms. Jonalyn Hillaco

𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟏 – 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡-𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠)

As part of the celebration of Nutrition Month 2026, St. Paul School of Sta. Maria, Inc. (SPSSM) held a Sandwich-Making Contest, featuring squash as the main ingredient for the sandwich spread. The activity was spearheaded by Mr. Godwin Jerome Reyes, the teacher-in-charge for the month of July.

Parents from Grades 1 to 3 enthusiastically participated in the contest, dedicating their time, creativity, and effort to prepare delicious and nutritious sandwiches. Their creations were not only presented for the judges and teachers to taste, but were also lovingly prepared for their children to enjoy.

The prepared sandwiches were carefully evaluated by the panel of judges composed of Sister Ashane Ann Califlores, SPC, Sister Manilyn Landicho, SPC, and Mrs. Rebecca Mendoza. Each entry was assessed based on its presentation, cleanliness, creativity, nutritional value, quality, and overall taste, ensuring that every sandwich met the standards of a healthy and appetizing meal.

Through activities like this, SPSSM continues to promote healthy eating habits among learners. Our dear principal, Sr Marissa Mendez, SPC, encouraged our children to eat a balanced diet by including foods from the three basic food groups: Go, Grow, and Glow Foods to help them stay healthy, active, and strong.

📝Caption by Mr. James Santiago
🖌️Layout by Ms. Janelle Santos
📸Photos by Paulinews Photo Journalists

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧!🔢

"Every great achievement begins with a love for learning."

Congratulations to our Math Wizard Winner, Yuan Kane Eli Gallema, a Grade 3 pupil, for bringing honor to our school through remarkable achievements in prestigious international mathematics competitions and proving that hard work and determination lead to success. Keep solving, learning, and inspiring!

The awards were formally recognized during the Mid-Year Awarding Ceremony held at the Ang Bahay ng Alumni, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City.

Philippine International Math Olympiad (PHIMO) 2026
🥉 Bronze Award
🌟 VTAMPS (Vanguard Training and Advanced Mathematics Program) V.23.0 – With Distinction
✅ Qualified for the PHIMO 2026 Final Round

Hong Kong International Mathematical Olympiad (HKIMO) 2026
🥉 Bronze Award
🌟 VTAMPS V.24.0 – With Distinction
✅ Qualified for the HKIMO 2026 Final Round

Your dedication, perseverance, and excellence in Mathematics continue to inspire the entire Paulinian community. We are incredibly proud of your achievements and wish you God's guidance and success as you represent our school in the upcoming international final rounds.