DepEd Tayo North Hill Arbours Integrated School

Together, We Keep NHAIS Safe.

Dear parents, guardians, learners, and stakeholders,

In light of recent safety concerns, we are implementing stricter security measures at North Hill Arbours Integrated School - not to cause alarm, but to protect every child and staff member within our gates.

We ask for your patience, understanding, and active participation as we roll out bag inspections, visitor logs, and the new Parent/Guardian Pass system starting June 29.

Please take a moment to review our safety infographic. Your awareness and cooperation make all the difference.

Let us continue to be each other's keepers.

— NHAIS SDRRM

𝑵𝑯𝑨𝑰𝑺 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒇𝒇 𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒚 𝒎𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒔𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒎𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔

Teachers and non-teaching staff of North Hill Arbours Integrated School gathered at the school's ICT room on Monday, June 22, 2026, to discuss security measures in the wake of the mass shooting at San Jose National High School.

School Principal Harold M. Naputo called the emergency meeting to assess the school's current security protocols and to rally the faculty and staff in ensuring that safety measures are firmly in place when classes resume.

During the meeting, Administrative Officer Jane Llanera discussed "Project Alisto," an initiative of the Schools Division Office that addresses the Citizens Charter and outlines how internal and external stakeholders can request services from the school.

School Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Coordinator John Phillip Baldon then presented the different committees comprising the school's emergency response setup, clarifying the roles and responsibilities of each group during critical situations.

Naputo also announced that the school has procured a metal detector for screening learners entering the campus. The measure will be implemented effective immediately, with the assistance of the two police officers promised by Police Station 3 of the Tacloban City Police Office.

He reiterated the call for vigilance among teachers and staff but emphasized that this must be coupled with compassion for learners. He reminded the teaching force that the social and emotional learning strategies they have acquired would be invaluable in supporting students during this difficult time.

He also stressed the importance of maintaining active journals and reflections, as well as the diligent recording of anecdotal records for learners - tools that can help monitor students' well-being and identify those who may need additional support.

"This is not the work of a few. We need the entire school community to prevent tragedies like what happened at San Jose National High School," Naputo said.

In a show of solidarity, the teachers and staff also pooled together a small amount to extend assistance to the victims of the shooting incident.

The meeting underscored the school's commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for learners, even as the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of the tragic event.

𝑻𝒂𝒄𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒏 𝒑𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒕 𝒂𝒕 𝑵𝑯𝑨𝑰𝑺 𝒇𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒂𝒏 𝑱𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈

Personnel of the Tacloban City Police Office – Police Station 3 conducted a school visitation and coordination activity at North Hill Arbours Integrated School on Monday afternoon, June 22, 2026, in response to the recent shooting incident at San Jose National High School.

The team, led by PCPT Kemy G. Bas, met with School Principal Harold M. Naputo to assess the current security situation within the school vicinity and discuss the implementation of enhanced safety measures.

During the meeting, Capt. Bas reiterated the Philippine National Police's commitment to supporting the school and announced that starting Tuesday, June 23, two police officers will be assigned to NHAIS from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily.

"Hindi po natin pababayaan ang ating mga paaralan. Ang kaligtasan ng mga mag-aaral, g**o, at kawani ay prayoridad ng PNP," Capt. Bas said. "Simula bukas, may dalawang pulis na naka-assign dito sa NHAIS mula alas-sais ng umaga hanggang alas-sais ng gabi upang matiyak ang seguridad ng buong komunidad."

Discussions focused on the strict monitoring of school entrances and exits, the importance of early reporting of threats, and the strengthening of community cooperation to prevent similar incidents. The police team also emphasized the need for increased awareness on school safety and the reinforcement of support systems within the school environment.

Naputo expressed his gratitude to Capt. Bas and his team for the assurances given, particularly during this time of heightened concern.

"We are very grateful for the police presence in our school. We know we cannot face this alone, and we deeply appreciate the support and the commitment to security that they have given us," Naputo said.

The activity is part of Police Station 3's ongoing commitment to maintaining peace and order in educational institutions, especially in the northern barangays of Tacloban City, and to preventing violence in schools.

𝑵𝑯𝑨𝑰𝑺 𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒅𝒔 𝒇𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔' 𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒍𝒚, 𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒏 𝑫𝒆𝒑𝑬𝒅'𝒔 𝒏𝒆𝒘 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎

Before the main program even began, the hallways of North Hill Arbours Integrated School were already alive with the hum of conversation.

Earlier that afternoon, the school's 34 classes for School Year 2026-2027 held their respective homeroom parent-teacher association meetings - a prelude to the general assembly that would follow. Inside each classroom, parents gathered to elect their new sets of officers for the coming year, casting votes and raising hands in a familiar ritual of shared responsibility. Teachers and parents sat face to face, discussing class policies, addressing concerns, and laying the groundwork for a partnership that would carry them through the academic months ahead.

It was in these smaller, more intimate settings that the foundation was built. Personal connections were forged. Questions were asked without hesitation. And by the time the classroom meetings concluded, each section had not only a new set of leaders but also a clearer sense of what the school year would look like for their children.

Then, as the clock struck 3:15, the focus shifted to the bigger picture.

𝐀 𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲
Parents streamed out of the classrooms and into the main venue for the school's first-ever Parents' General Assembly—a historic moment that brought the entire North Hill Arbours community under one roof. For many, it was the first time they saw the full scope of the school's vision, not just for their own child's class, but for the institution as a whole.

Registration moved quickly, and by 3:30, the room fell silent as the opening ceremonies began - a prayer, the Philippine National Anthem, and the Tacloban City Division Hymn filling the air with a quiet sense of shared purpose.

When School Principal Harold M. Naputo stepped up to deliver his opening remarks, he didn't just recite prepared lines. He looked at the faces before him - many of them weary from work, some anxious, all hopeful - and spoke from the heart.

"This new system is new to all of us. But we will learn it together - because our children need us to," Mr. Naputo said.

His words landed. The nervous murmurs softened. Parents leaned in.

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧, 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞
Then came the meat of the assembly - a series of presentations that took the DepEd policies and translated them into plain, practical language. No rushed explanations. Just real talk.

Master Teacher I Job H. Abellera walked everyone through the Three-Term Calendar, sketching out the school year's rhythm so parents could finally plan family schedules around it. A mother in the back row nodded along, jotting down dates on her phone.

Master Teacher II Vilcy V. Basa followed with Classroom Assessment, Grading, Awards, and Recognition - perhaps the most emotional part of the afternoon. Parents learned not just how their children would be graded, but why. More importantly, they discovered that every child's effort, no matter how small, would find a way to be seen and celebrated.

When Master Teacher I Maria Sol S. Alvarez took the floor to discuss Education in Emergencies, the room grew still. She spoke not of abstract protocols, but of real-life safety - how the school would protect their children when the unexpected happens, and how learning would never stop, even in the toughest times.

Mr. Naputo then introduced the School-Based Feeding Program, reminding everyone that a hungry child cannot learn. The parents smiled - here was a school that cared not just about grades, but about bellies full of nutritious food.

Finally, School Clinic Officer Mae Amor L. Betasolo addressed SBM-WINS and other health concerns, reassuring mothers and fathers that their children's well-being - physical, mental, and emotional - remained at the heart of everything the school does.

𝐀 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲'𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞
The formal presentations gave way to something even more powerful: a mother's voice. Evelyn Deriada, SPTA President, stood before the assembly not as an official, but as a parent. She spoke of her own fears and questions - and how the afternoon had turned them into hope.

Her message of support was met with applause—not the polite kind, but the heartfelt kind.

Faculty Club President Jerime Remetilla officially closed the assembly, but no one rushed to leave. Parents lingered, forming small circles around teachers, asking follow-up questions, sharing their own stories. The school's host for the afternoon, Rizalyn S. Basale, watched with a quiet smile - this was exactly the kind of connection the assembly was meant to build.

𝐀 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫
By the time the last parents filtered out of the venue, the afternoon had accomplished what it set out to do. The homeroom meetings had built the first layer of trust between teachers and families. The general assembly had widened that trust into a shared understanding of the school's direction under DepEd's evolving system.

The theme of the day was "Unite, Reflect, and Embrace a New Beginning." And for the parents who walked in uncertain and walked out informed, it couldn't have been more fitting.

The new DepEd system is still unfolding. There will be challenges ahead - everyone knows that. But on this warm June afternoon, in a school filled with hopeful hearts, one thing became clear:

NHAIS is not just adapting to change. It is bringing everyone along - teachers, parents, and most importantly, the children - into a future built not on confusion, but on trust.

Happy Father’s Day! ❤️

Saludo sa lahat ng ama at sa mga taong nagsisilbing haligi at gabay ng tahanan.

Maraming salamat sa inyong pagmamahal, sakripisyo, at walang sawang pagsisikap para mabigyan ng mas magandang kinabukasan ang inyong pamilya.

The Department of Education joins the nation in commemorating the 3rd National Refugee Day 2026.

As part of the Philippines’ continuing commitment to uphold the rights and dignity of refugees and stateless persons, we recognize their resilience, celebrate their contributions, and reaffirm our support for inclusive, compassionate, and humane communities.

Through education and awareness, we strengthen solidarity and promote a future where every learner is valued, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive.

𝑵𝑯𝑨𝑰𝑺 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒔 2𝒏𝒅 𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒘𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝑫𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒍

The School Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (SDRRM) team of North Hill Arbours Integrated School (NHAIS) successfully carried out the 2nd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) in school on Thursday, June 18, 2026, reinforcing the school’s commitment to safety and preparedness.

At exactly 9:00 AM, School Principal Harold Naputo, together with SDRRM Co-Coordinator Mr. John Phillip Baldon, officially signaled the start of the drill by pressing the ceremonial button. This prompted the immediate participation of students, teachers, and school personnel across the campus.

The entire NHAIS community actively engaged in the exercise, which aims to enhance earthquake preparedness and ensure effective response during emergencies.

Mr. Naputo highlighted the importance of conducting the drill at the beginning of the school year, stressing the need for everyone - especially teachers - to clearly understand their roles and responsibilities in disaster situations.

Participants were guided on the proper “Duck, Cover, and Hold” procedure, as well as the orderly evacuation process from classrooms to the designated safe area at the school quadrangle.

The earthquake drill became more than just a routine exercise, serving as both a timely refresher and a hands-on demonstration of essential, life-saving techniques. Through guided practice, students and staff were able to reinforce proper responses during seismic events, turning awareness into action.

Building on this initiative, the SDRRM team underscored its continuing commitment to safety by announcing a series of disaster preparedness activities set for the rest of the school year. These efforts aim to further enhance the school’s readiness and resilience, ensuring that the entire NHAIS community remains vigilant, informed, and prepared in the face of emergencies.

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Check out the NHAIS Citizens’ Charter for clear guidelines on our services, processes, and timelines. Your satisfaction is our priority!

𝑪𝒉𝒆𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝑭𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒉 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔: 𝑵𝑯𝑨𝑰𝑺 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒇𝒇 𝑮𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒃𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒆𝒂

It was a day to remember for the teaching and non-teaching staff of North Hill Arbours Integrated School (NHAIS) as they took a well-deserved break and gathered for a team outing at Tulaan Beach Resort in Babatngon, Leyte, ahead of the opening of School Year 2026–2027.

Dressed in casual beachwear, faculty and staff set aside their usual routines to enjoy a day filled with food, laughter, and camaraderie. The gathering featured a festive spread of shared meals and desserts, while also serving as a venue for celebrating milestones, birthdays, and strengthening bonds among colleagues.

Adding to the festive spirit, May birthday celebrators took the spotlight despite the month having just passed. Among them were School Principal Harold M. Naputo, Ma’am Mae Amor Betasolo, Ma’am Grace Baclea-an, and Ma’am Maricris Nasinopa.

The celebration turned lively as colleagues sang and shared refreshments in honor of the celebrators. NHAIS Principal Harold Naputo, in particular, had an extra reason to smile as his recent promotion added to the occasion’s cheer, with staff joining in a heartfelt toast to the school’s continued successes and shared accomplishments.

Beyond the lighthearted atmosphere, the gathering also carried an emotional tone as the NHAIS community bid farewell to three valued educators: Ma’am Katherine Arceño (Grade 8), Ma’am Ruth Rosil (Grade 5), and Ma’am Judy Ann Berio (Grade 1).

Ma’am Kathy Arceño, who had the longest tenure among the three in the Junior High School, made lasting contributions as an English and TLE teacher before her reassignment to Marasbaras National High School. Ma’am Judy Ann Berio, a dedicated Grade 1 teacher, played a key role in the development of the school’s drum and lyre corps and now goes to Lorenzo Daa Memorial School, while Ma’am Rosil served as an Araling Panlipunan teacher for Grade 5 during School Year 2025–2026 and is now with Guadalupe Heights Integrated School.

In a heartfelt send-off, the departing teachers received a Resolution of Commendation from the NHAIS Faculty Club, recognizing their service and impact on the school community. Warm messages of appreciation and well wishes were exchanged, reflecting the strong sense of unity among staff.

As the calm waters of Babatngon provided a serene backdrop, colleagues shared both joyful and emotional moments - grateful not only for their time together but also for having successfully completed the demanding Brigada Eskwela and Oplan Balik Eskwela activities earlier in the week.

The outing served as a refreshing pause and a meaningful celebration of friendships, service, and shared experiences.

Indeed, June 5 stood out as a memorable chapter for NHAIS - marking both an ending and a new beginning, as teachers closed one chapter of their journey while preparing for the opportunities ahead.