St. Scholastica's Academy-Tabunok

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St. Scholastica’s Academy - Tabunok and The Lens Publication were recognized during the 9th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Talisay City’s 36th Regular Session at the Talisay City Hall on May 19, 2026. The publication, along with school paper adviser Dwight John Florida, Editor-in-Chief Christiana Raine Tecson, and Associate Editor Nhiño Alexxis Orillo, was acknowledged for its achievement as one of the Best School Paper in Region VII (English - Secondary Level) at the National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) 2026 in Ormoc City, Leyte last April. The student editors received the recognition on behalf of the entire editorial board and the school. Also present and recognized were the other 2026 NSPC winning participants from Talisay City and the DepEd Talisay City Division supervisors.

Writer | Nhiño Alexxis Orillo
Photo | Office of the Vice Mayor, Richard Francis Aznar

May 1 is Feast Day of Saint Joseph, the Worker. 🙏

SSA-T’s Strengthened Senior High School Program

School Year 2026–2027

Under the Academic Track, SSA-T offers specialized strands designed to prepare students for college and future careers through focused knowledge and skill development

Congratulations!
Your SSA-T family is truly proud of you!

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The Lens garnered multiple awards during Press Fest 2026, hosted by The Technologian Student Press at the Cebu Institute of Technology – University (CIT-U), April 26, 2026.

1st Place Feature Writing: Yhel Armada
1st Place Photojournalism: Matt Aaron Ramirez
1st Place Editorial Cartooning (Traditional): Adrian Wayne Del Mar
1st Place Editorial Cartooning (Digital): Schley Lastimosa
1st Place Sports Writing: Sage Heinrich Quiniñeza
2nd Place Photojournalism: Zenith Glaze Cachila
3rd Place Editorial Writing: Sayuri Shimane

Other Participants: Larhette Ritaga, Aianna Khaye Apa, O'hana Gene Alada, Miyabi Kumagai, Nhiño Alexxis Orillo

This year’s Press Fest 2026 brought together 14 participating schools, excluding independent participants, totalling to more than 140 student journalists from across Cebu.

ADVISORY: Bridging Class Program for Incoming Grade 7!

TODAY’s GMRC | An Honest Centavo Is More Valuable Than A Stolen Peso

Because what we earn with integrity may seem small—but it carries peace, dignity, and God’s blessing.

A stolen peso may look bigger, faster, more rewarding—but it carries fear, guilt, and a heart that slowly hardens.

In a world that sometimes rewards shortcuts and dishonesty, we are called to choose what is right, not what is easy.

As Scripture reminds us: “Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice” (Proverbs 16:8).

God does not measure us by how much we have, but by how honestly we live.

So choose the centavo earned with clean hands—rather than the peso gained at the cost of your soul.

Because in the end, it is not the amount we bring to God but the integrity of our hearts.

TODAY’s GMRC | Show Respect By Asking Permission

If you are still under the care of your parents, make it a habit to ask their permission whenever you go somewhere.

This is more than just following a rule—it is an act of respect and trust. Your parents look after you not to limit you, but to protect you and guide you toward what is good.

Asking permission teaches you responsibility. It builds trust within the family. It forms in you a spirit of humility and openness.

Remember, true freedom is not doing whatever we want—it is choosing what is right.

As Scripture reminds us: “Honor your father and your mother” (Exodus 20:12).

When you honor them, you also honor God who placed them in your life to guide you.