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Cantilan, Surigao
del
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Lieutenant General Hernando Delfin
Carmelo A. Iriberri, Commanding General of the
Philippine Army visited Saint Michael College
in the afternoon of August 12, 2014. General
Iriberri is a proud Cantilangnon and an honorary
member of Saint Michael College Alumni
Association having spent his first three years of
high school studies in SMC. He was appointed
to his present position last February 2014.
He was overwhelmed with the way he
was welcomed by the SMC administration,
faculty, staff and students. A short program was
given in his honor at the schools multi-purpose
hall by his classmates and mentors. The school
gave a plaque of appreciation to the honoree
that was handed by Mrs. Diosdada A. Israel, his
high school teacher in mathematics. Messages
were given and many congratulatory words as
well as inspiring remarks were said.
After the program, the group spent some
time together sharing experiences and joyfully
reminiscing beautiful memories of their high
school years.
General Iriberri, in his speech during
the program, was thankful for the simple but
meaningful welcome and reunion given by the
school, his classmates and mentors.
Last April 28 - May 1, 2014, the
10th National Tertiary Paulinian Student
Leaders Conference took place at Saint
Paul University Surigao. The gathering was
anchored on the theme: Paulinian Leaders:
Alive in the Word, Let us be Light.
Eight Paulinian schools nationwide were
represented during the said event. Nine student
leaders from SMC together with Mrs. Marie Angeli
Y. Jadloc, Student Affairs Coordinator attended
the conference. The objectives of the events
were: to deepen understanding of leadership
as stewardship, to equip each participant of
the basic leadership skills particular to ones
Editorial
to-textbook and student-to-seat will be achieved within SY 20122013 and that shortages in classrooms, teachers, and needed
facilities like comfort rooms will be fully addressed. There were
other concerns cited that were also considered to be addressed
immediately. However, how far is the preparation from reality.
Were all those target realized?
In 2012, the DepEd started to implement the K12 education
system. Public schools now have to master the art of shifting
schedules. Some schools are trying a shortened school-week
because of lack of classrooms and facilities. These are some
realities that our public schools basic education is facing. With
two additional years in the curriculum under a system that could
not cope with a simple roadmap in terms of solving the backlog of
classrooms, facilities, instructional materials, teachers training,
etcetera, the government seems to have added two layers of
inefficiency to its perceived inefficient basic education program.
This K-12, though, has been implemented already by some
schools in the country but it still needs a lot of thinking and sincere
support from all Filipinos to achieve its purpose. We should all
contribute to the change and the effectivity of our educational
system for individual development and for the progress of our
country. Our authorities are working hard but they need the help
of the entire Filipino citizenry. We must make a distinction of a
first job and a job for the rest of our lives. We should also be able
to distinguish education on how to earn a living and education for
living.
The change is two-fold. It will give focus not only to the
curriculum enhancement but also to the transition management,
as well. The intention of K to 12 is not merely to add two years of
schooling but more importantly, to enhance the basic education
curriculum and to prepare the students for life.
News
The Guidance Center conducted
the Anti-Bullying Talk to college students
in the four year levels at different
schedules. Its aim was to keep the
students aware about bullying and its
impact to others. It discussed R.A. No.
10627 also known as Anti-Bullying Act of
2013.
The activity started with an opening
prayer in video presentation. Its objective
was discussed next and followed by
PADUAL, Cynthia P.
Editor- in- Chief
PALMA, Charissa J.
Managing Editor
CONSIGNA, Jecel Marie A.
News Editor
ARWITA, Jeh S.
Literary Editor
FLORES, Ruby Ann S.
Filipino Editor
HUERTE, Cyril Dessie Joy A.
Cartoonist
GALLEGO, John O.
LIBATOG, Ailyn D.
ADORIANO, Brylle
CALLOTE, Janine M.
MALVAR, Christine Joy P.
REYES, Debbie A.
YUBOKMEE, Joemar Jr. G.
BALSICAS, Asenath Grace D.
Contributors
GERALDO, Honey Lea D.
OBLINO, Joana Marie P.
DARAMAN, Mirabeth A.
ONDAO, Frelijean M.
AZARCON, Rhea Mae T.
BONROSTRO, Ariane Jane D.
TRILLANES, Izabelle S.
ARTAZO, Rhea Mae S.
FLORES, Jenie T.
MIRANDA, Rolieta R.
DELOS ARCOS, Mc Vincent L.
HENOGUIN, Geoflor R.
MILLAN, Weylan Joseph H.
AYADO, Troy Domini M.
ORZALES, Lucriz Jewela D.
COSMIANO, Nia Kyla Christine C.
Moderators
Mrs. Marie Angeli Y. Jadloc, MAST
College
Miss Louvanne Jessa D. Orzales
High School
Mrs. Alona F. Miranda
Grade School
Mrs. Maria O. Cortes
Filipino Critic
Dr. Proserpina O. Yuhico
Adviser
Sr. Vivina M. Init, SPC
Consultant
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For the awareness of every
individuals environmental responsibility,
the Office of the Community Extension
Services and External Affairs sponsored a
symposium on Environmental Care and
Social Responsibility on July 7, 2014,
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 oclock at the Maalman
Christian Community Center.
The sponsoring group headed by Mrs.
Felomina O. Arreza, Community Extension
Services and External Affairs Coordinator,
invited four resource speakers who gave
informative talks on different topics. The
Role of the Civil Society Organizations in
Protecting the Environment was delivered
by Ms. Emma Y. Hotchkiss, Chairman of
Nagpakabana na CarCanMadCarLanon
(NNC) and Baywatch Foundation. She gave a
stand on their Anti-Mining Advocacy. The talk
on National Greening Program was given by
Forester Emelyn T. Sumaoy, a representative
from NGP Department, DENR-CENRO,
Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. She stated the
objectives of NGP which includes poverty
reduction, food security and climate change
mitigation. The OIC of Surigao Development
Corporation, Mr. Rowil Aquillon, gave a
talk about Policy and Governance, Critical
Library orientation for the college
freshmen was given last June 5, 2014
at 2:00-4:00 oclock in the afternoon by
Mrs. Proserpina A. Cruiz, Librarian. The
purpose of the orientation was to help the
new students become familiar with the
rules and regulations of the library and be
aware of the different materials to use in
the library.
The orientation started with a prayer
led by the school librarian. There were
two groups of freshmen students who
attended the orientation. The first group was
accommodated at 2:00-3:00 oclock and the
second group followed at 3:00-4:00 oclock.
Mrs. Cruiz presented the objectives of the
library and encouraged the students to make
use of the resources available; she told the
students of the benefits that they can get from
the library in enhancing their knowledge and
abilities by reading and continuous learning.
Last June 6, 2014, the Guidance
Services headed by Ms. Nadine M. Huerta,
Guidance Coordinator, conducted a Career
Guidance Orientation to the college freshmen
at the Maalman Christian Community Center
(MCCC).
The orientation started at exactly
10:30 a.m with an opening prayer through
a video presentation. The program was
intended to help the students realize if they
are certain of the course they are taking. The
speakers of the said event were Merlyn E.
Lao-ay, College Executive Council President,
News
Ms. Punctuality
- Ms. Jeh S. Arwita
Ms. Fashionista
- Ms. Chenny Larong
The event was, indeed, an affair to
remember, since the occasion comes only once a
year. Everybody enjoyed the night to the fullest.
Ms. Jeh Arwita, CEC Secretary, gave the
acknowledgement and Mr. Manuel Griar, Computer
Science Department Vice- President led the closing
prayer. On the other hand, Ms. Ivy Pelemiano and
Mr. Miguel Estrada hosted the event.
The vision-mission, school directives,
academic policies, rules and regulations
and different services of the school were
discussed during the general orientation last
June 4, 2014 at 8:00 oclock in the morning until
12:00 oclock noon at the Maalman Christian
Community Center. The program started with
an opening prayer led by Ms. Ma. Rizalita A.
Mabalay, college faculty and followed by the
singing of the national anthem.
Dr. Proserpina O. Yuhico, College
Dean, welcomed everyone and introduced the
administration, faculty, staff and students. A song
was presented by the officers of the College
Executive Council and Teacher Education
department. Then, series of talk followed that
started with the presentation of the schools
News
Last July 1, 2014, the College Department
launched the celebration of the Nutrition Month
sponsored by the Homemakers Club and Youth
Medical Team. Kalamidad Paghandaan, Gutom
at Malnutrisyon Agapan, was the theme of the
said celebration. Each department prepared
and displayed different fruits and vegetables
for the booth and vegetable display contest
sponsored by the Youth Medical Team. The
students actively participated in the said activity
to signify the beginning of the nutrition month
activities.
On July 23, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. to
12:00 noon, the Homemakers club conducted
fish garnishing contest participated by the
academic clubs while the Youth Medical Team
spearheaded Nutritious Juice and Snacks
contest that was participated by the NonAcademic Clubs.
On July 30, a culminating activity was
made wherein Table Setting contest took place
participated by the four departments, namely:
Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Computer
Science and Teacher Education. There was
also a Ginat-an Cooking contest participated
by the Other Organizations. After the contests,
the sponsoring club had share-a-lunch together
with the college faculty and staff.
Here are the winners of the different
contests:
Booth and Vegetable Display Contest
1st place Teacher Education Department
Computer Science Department
Revealing Concepts and Methods of
the Future Time, was the theme of the first
College Merit Awarding last September 3,
2014. The program was held at the Maalman
Christian Community Center at 10:00 11:30
in the morning. Anna Marie D. Libatog, a Math
Club member, gave the opening prayer. A
welcome message by Myra Jane C. Faelnar,
Math Club President followed. Thereafter, was
the presentation of the Math Jingle Contest
with its board of judges and the reading
of the mechanics and criteria. The contest
was participated by the four departments:
Liberal Arts, Teacher Education, Business
Administration, and Computer Science. The
highlight of the said event was the presentation
of the meritorious students for the midterm
period Academic Year 2014-2015 by the
respective Program Coordinators.
The following were the meritorious
students:
BEEd I
BEEd III
BEEd IV
BSEd III
BSEd IV
BSBA IV
MIRANDA, Rolieta R.
1.45
ARWITA, Jeh S.
1.43
LAO-AY, Merlyn E.
1.35
FLORES, Jenie T.
1.58
PADUAL, Cynthia P.
1.24
CONSIGNA, Jecel Marie A. 1.42
SUAREZ, Reabel R.
1.50
SAMBALOD, Reymark S. 1.55
DUMALAGA, Glendame B. 1.66
News
Ninety five student leaders of the
college department attended the Leadership
Seminar on July 12, 2014 held at the Audio
Visual Room at 7:00 oclock in the morning until
5:00 oclock in the afternoon. MichaelinianPaulinian Leaders: Alive in the Word, Let us
be Light was the theme of the event that was
facilitated by the College Executive Council.
The seminar started with the registration
of participants facilitated by Jeh S. Arwita, CEC
secretary and Mario Amparo, CEC Auditor.
The seminar started with a prayer led by Bryan
D. Luarez, CEC Business Manager. A warm
welcome message was given by the Student
Affairs Coordinator, Mrs. Marie Angeli Y. Jadloc.
The introduction of participants and facilitators
followed and was announced by Jecel Marie
A. Consigna, Math Club Treasurer. Peter John
J. Orsenado, CEC Vice-President and Ailyn D.
Libatog, CEC P.I.O introduced the two speakers
during the morning session. The first speaker
was Ms. Louvanne Jessa D. Orzales, high
school faculty. She discussed about St. Paul
COLLEGE
STUDENTS ATTEND
TALK ON SOCIAL
GRACES
Mc. Vincent L. Delos Arcos BSEd III
To attain its mission, the teacher
education students conducted literacy-outreach
program at Purok 5, Brgy. Magosilom, Cantilan,
Surigao del Sur. Its main objective was to help
the children, ages 7-9 years old, preferably
grades 1-3 of the place, develop their reading
proficiency. The activity started last July 27,
2014. It was a one-on-one activity conducted
every Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 oclock in the
afternoon. A pupil and a student teacher carry
out the activity to ensure that learning of the
child is monitored personally.
On September 21, 2014 was the
culmination program wherein there was a short
program and awarding of school supplies to the
participants.
Through the full support of the school
administration and with the cooperation of the
Brgy. Officials of Magosilom headed by Hon.
Jimbo A. Luarez, the said activity was very
successful.
News
A total of 107 Michaelinians coming from
the Grade School, High School and College
Departments attended the Campus Journalism
Seminar last July 26, 2014 from 8:00 oclock in
the morning until 5:00 oclock in the afternoon
at the Maalman Christian Community Center. It
was anchored with the theme Campus Paper:
Responding to the Concerns and Challenges of
the 21st Century.
The activity formally started with an
opening prayer by Ms. Zyra Amor D. Pedotera,
grade school faculty, followed by the singing of the
National Anthem. Then, Hanna Eula C. Sahilan,
high school student, gave the welcome address
and the introduction of speakers by Cynthia P.
Padual, college student, followed.
The first speaker was Ms. Louvanne Jessa
D. Orzales, High School Writers Club Moderator.
TEACHER EDUCATION
STUDENTS CONDUCT
TUTORIAL CLASSES
Jecel Marie A. Consigna,BSED-IV
On the 4th day of June, 2014 at
3:00 - 5:00 in the afternoon, the college
students were gathered at the Maalman
Christian Community Center for the Student
Government Organization (SGO) Assembly.
An opening prayer was led by Peter
John O. Orsenado, College Executive Council
Vice- President. Cynthia P. Padual, President
of Teacher Education Department gave the
welcome message. This was followed by the
report of Merlyn E. Lao-ay, CEC President.
Then, Janine M. Callote, CEC Treasurer,
discussed the Fund Statement as of the
Second Semester A.Y. 2013-2014. After all
the reports were presented, an open forum
followed and questionnaire were answered
News
In response to the memorandum
sent by the Commission on Higher
Education (CHED) encouraging all
higher education institutions to observe
the National Disaster Consciousness
Month with the theme Kahandaan at
Kaligtasan ng Pamayanan, Pundasyon
ng Kaunlaran, Saint Michael College
conducted different activities such as
Fire and Earthquake Drill and Talk
on Environmental Care and Social
Responsibility. On the other hand, the
College General Council (CGC) officers
spearheaded an essay writing and poster
making contests last July 18, 2014. The
The college parents, teachers and
office staff met last July 6, 2014, 1:30 5:00
in the afternoon at the Maalman Christian
Community Center for the semestral
assembly.
The gathering was composed of two
parts. The first part was orientation of the
parents to the Vision-Mission, Goals and
Objectives of the institution and of the
college department that was remarkably
handled by Mr. Frantor B. Fernandez.
Then, a Talk on Responsible Parenthood
given by Mrs. Felomina O. Arreza was
another significant part of the program.
Part two was the meeting proper.
The SHP President, Mrs. Brenda S. Flores
welcomed the parents to the second part
of the assembly and thanked them for
giving their time to attend the meeting.
The reading of the previous minutes of
the meeting by the secretary followed
and the report of the treasurer and the
president came next. Mrs. Flores reported
the donation of P40, 000.00 by the School
Home Partnership in the construction of
the Speech Laboratory. The new business
was presented next and was discussed
thoroughly and it included the participation
of the parents during the SMC Foundation
Day Celebration, Christmas Recollection
and Party and Project for A.Y. 2014 2015.
The parents unanimously agreed to
join the activities during the Foundation
day and the Christmas celebration. They,
too, were willing to contribute P100.00
each to raise funds to purchase books for
the library, which was the agreed project
for the academic year. They also decided to
have raffle during the Christmas gathering
to raise funds to support other school
projects.
The parents met with the Program
Coordinators after the general assembly to
discuss matters pertinent to the students
needs.
The
SMC
Alumni
Association
sponsored a Dinner for a Cause on August
13, 2014. This was held at the sports
court of Saint Michael College, 6:00-11:00
oclock in the evening. The activity was
part of the Pre-Centennial celebration of
the school aimed at raising fund for the
Centennial Celebration in 2015.
Mr.
Edilberto
Cortes,
Alumni
President and Ms. Rizalita A. Mabalay,
MBA, Alumni Coordinator, were very
positive that the activity would be one way
of reaching out to the alumni and inspiring
them to come and attend the great
celebration next year.
Many alumni of SMC and even
non-alumni graced the occasion. A short
program opened the celebration and an
inspiring message was given by the Alumni
President. Dinner was served next while
music was all around the school campus.
The disco was the last part of the gathering
that lasted until 11:00 oclock that evening.
The night was full of fun and music that
everybody enjoyed dancing, both young
and old.
News
The Community Extension Services of Saint Michael College through Mrs. Felomina
O. Arreza, CES Coordinator, has recently closed a Memorandum of Agreement with Brgy.
Magosilom, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur represented by Hon. Jimbo A. Luarez, Brgy. Captain,
making Purok 5 of the place the schools new adopted community.
The Purok 5 community was chosen to be the new site for the community extension
projects and activities of the school after a survey was conducted by the research and
community extension services ably facilitated by Ms. Ma. Rizalita A. Mabalay and Mrs.
Felomina O. Arreza with the help of liberal arts students.
Activities conducted by the Teacher Education and Business Administration students to
Purok 5 residents are underway in the desire to serve the community.
Particularly, the teacher education students conducted literacy-outreach program to
grade school non-readers during Sunday afternoon every week since July, 2014. On the other
hand, the business administration students gave seminars on candle, rug and pot holder making
to the women of the place last August, 2014 in the hope of introducing them to simple ways
of earning additional income and become entrepreneurs.
The literacy-outreach program part I ended last September 21, 2014 and the teacher
education department opt to conduct part II during the second semester. On the other hand, the
livelihood and entrepreneurship program of the business administration department is going
on. The liberal arts and computer science departments outreach activities will commence in
November, 2014.
The school and Brgy. Magosilom look forward to the realization of the proposed
projects of Garbage Segregation and Organic Fertilizer Production this academic year
2014-2015. Bgry. Captain Jimbo A. Luarez with the Magosilom barangay council and Saint
Michael College are optimistic that the projects will become a reality and could help alleviate
the financial condition of the purok residents and the entire brarangay populace, as well as,
contribute to the attainment of a clean and healthy environment.
Twenty-six college faculty both full
time and part time, sixteen high school and
twelve grade school teachers attended the
Seminar-Workshop on Student-Centered
Teaching and Learning Strategies and
Appropriate Instructional Resources that
Match the Learning Content on October
10-11, 2014. The training was conducted
at the Multi-Purpose room of Saint Michael
College. The two-day exercise was
noteworthy to the teachers because new
updates and procedures in teaching and
learning were thoroughly tackled and a
workshop was conducted.
Sr. Felicitas Bernardo, SPC, VicePresident for Academic Services of St. Paul
University Surigao, Surigao City was the
resource speaker. Sr. Felicitas has been
going around to the different Paulinian
schools to give updating seminars to
teachers in classroom management,
student
centered
teaching-learning
strategies and other relevant approaches
that are significant to the 21st century
education. She emphasized to the teachers
at the start of her presentation the important
role of the teacher to the development of
the person and the society. She described
the 21st Century Teacher and gave the
qualities and characteristics. She talked
about being a proactive classroom manager
and identified the ways to becoming one.
Sr. Felicitas, on the other hand, presented
the different teaching-learning strategies
and cited several example presentations.
She stressed the significance of the
learner in the planning and in conducting
the lesson. The instructional materials that
fit the lesson was addressed and different
samples were given.
A workshop for three hours took
place in the afternoon of the second day.
This was followed by the presentation of
output by every group.
On the other hand, the college
teachers also attended a SeminarWorkshop on Capacity Building in Research
last October 25-26, 2014 presented
by Professor Larry R. Dillo, Director,
Institutional Planning and Research of St.
Paul University Surigao, Surigao City.
The two-day seminar was important
to the attendees. The resource speaker, in
his introduction, presented the purpose of
research and gave the benefits of a good
research. Furthermore, he discussed why
teachers should be involved in research.
Theoretical Underpinnings of Action
Research and Doing Action Research were
the emphasis of the two-day gathering of
the faculty with Professor Dillo.
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News
News
Michaelinian talents at its finest!
September 26, 2014 marked the day of a grandiose showcase of Michaelinian talents tagged as TALENT ABLAZE
2014 at the Maalman Christian Community Center participated by selected elementary, high school and college students.
The said contest kicked off as a signal of the one year countdown of Saint Michael College towards the Grand Centennial
Celebration in September 2015.
The elementary pupils stunned the audience in the KIDS EDITION wherein various outstanding performances were
made. A solo concert-themed performance by CHERISH SAMUELLE CUIZON wowed the audience and won the hearts of the
judges as she was declared as the champion of the said category. Troy Domini Ayado, on the other hand, filled with emotion
gave his own rendition of the song Faithfully popularized by the The Journey. With his prowess in singing, he garnered the
second place. The third placer were the Graders Ethnic Dancers who showcased a muslim-inspired dance with a twist. The
other performers were Christian and Jilliane (Duet), Chan-Tim-Christian (Super Trio) and the Graders G-Force.
In the TEEN EDITION vivacious high school and college students competed for the most coveted title of being the first
Talent Ablaze Champion. The hall was filled with dynamic spectators cheering for their classmates and bets. The intensity of
the performances were at the maximum level. There were ten (10) different acts showcased by the performers that moved
the audience crazy and jaw-dropped. After the world class performances, JOSE GUARDO named as the Super Human
Beat Box- a Grade 9 high school student, relished his luck for being the Champion bringing home a trophy and 5,000
cash. No doubt, Guardo won as the champion since he had been the spectators bet since the audition. Blazing their way to
stardom, the high school JUNIOR FUSION showcased an exuberant dance extravaganza which made them the second best
of the night. On the third rank, the high school MIXED AND BEATS BAND went wire to wire with the COLLEGE MODERN
DANCERS. Both acts were spectacular and an eye-party to the crowd. After thorough deliberation, the High school Mixed
and Beats Band was proclaimed as the third best performer. The other finalists were Modern Dance Movers Archangels
(College), Axe Gang (High school), Kiven (College), La Diva (High school), Angelyn (College), Spectacular Duo (College),
Bryan and Michael (College). The night was full of energy through the high-level of stamina shown by the hosts, Mr. Algien
A. Parker and Ms. Louvanne Jessa D. Orzales.
With the cooperation of Teachers, Students and Parents, as well as the generous sponsors, the Michaelinians were
able to unwrap their God-given talents. The proceeds of the activity will be utilized for the Grand Centennial Celebration
next year. Winning the Talent Ablaze was a great achievement. However, the marvelous experience and lessons learned in
joining were far better than the prize and trophy we received. Hail to thee, SMC! Guardo uttered.
Marajaw na Fiesta Cantilan!
screamed
everybody
during
the
celebration of the feast of the Assumption
of our Lady to Heaven last August 15,
2014. The event was festive; series
of activities were done that made the
occasion meaningful.
At 8:00 oclock in the morning
of August 13, 2014 was the grand
opening parade around the town.
It was participated by all schools,
NGOs, government agencies, civic
organizations, and the general public. A
program held at the town Plaza followed
the parade. Despite the very warm
weather, the Cantilangnons willingly
witnessed the highlight of the program
which was the On the Spot Search for Miss
Cantilan 2014. This was participated by
young and beautiful ladies from different
sectors including Saint Michael College
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The
School-Home
Partnership
Association of the College department
during its 1st general assembly last July
6, 2014 decided to donate fifty thousand
pesos (P50, 000.00) to the school for help
in the purchase of additional books in the
College Library.
Mrs. Brenda S. Flores, SHP
President presented the said project to
the body explaining the significance of the
move to the development of the students.
Furthermore, she stressed that the amount
is a good help to the school in its desire to
continuously update the different resources
and elements of the school.
The parents were unanimous in their
decision to give the donation as early as
July so that the books will already be used
during the 1st semester of this academic
year.
The college students under the
NSTP class with the Community Extension
Services and Student Affairs Coordinators
and NSTP Instructor and some college
faculty headed by the college dean
responded to the call for International
Coastal Clean Up last September 20,
2014. The group walked to Brgy. San
Pedro, Cantilan at 6:30 in the morning that
day to conduct the cleaning activity at its
beaches. The troupe picked up papers,
bottles and other waste on their way to
Brgy. San Pedro.
The early morning was cool and
the Michaelinians were joyfully parading
toward the venue with their cleaning
materials, sack and spade. They were
grouped into three with leaders and were
assigned cleaning areas by the NSTP
Instructor, Mrs. Marie Angeli Y. Jadloc.
On the other hand, three DENR personnel
headed by Mrs. Marivic Blanco joined the
group in the cleaning and at the same time
checked the attendance of the participants
and did other documentation.
The activity was fulfilling and it helped
the students realize their responsibility in
the maintenance of a clean environment.
The coastal cleaning lasted for two
hours. The dirt were buried after all were
gathered. The students and teachers
walked back to the school after all were
kept in place.
News
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HS MICHAELINIANS ATTEND
LEADERSHIP SEMINAR
Christine Joy P. Malvar, IV - St.Thomas
Three hundred forty three student
leaders participated in the annual high
school leadership seminar at the Maalman
Christian Community Center (MCCC).
The program started with a Paraliturgy
that was followed by a Welcome Address of
the SEC President, Lucriz Jewela D. Orzales.
The presentation of the delegates by Mr. Nico
Michael D. Huelma, SEC Moderator, came
next. Break-out session 1 started at exactly
8:30 oclock in the morning. HS Alumna, Ms.
Susanna Ruth Gruyal, University scholar in UP
Diliman, Quezon City and Ms. Marianne Allen
Arienza, Industrial Honor Society officer of UP
Manila Agapay at Kalinga, shared their expertise
in the area of leadership through an Inspirational
Message and a Talk on I am Power Paul Unleashing the Power Within, respectively.
Break-out session 2 immediately followed.
The afternoon session was opened
with an ice breaker Timber which hyped
up and invigorated the leaders for the next
plenary session given by Ms. Louvanne Jessa
D. Orzales, high school faculty. The talk was
about St. Paul as a Powerful Model Leader.
On the other hand, National Youth Commission
Representatives, Mr. Kevin Dingding and Mr.
Richmond Seladores tackled Paulinian Leader:
Powerful Agents on Nation Building.
The students interacted with the
speakers through the open forum. Afterwards,
break-out sessions 4, 5 and the commitment
hour took place. Indeed, the seminar ended
successfully. It was anchored on the theme:
Power Paul: The Paulinian Leader with All
and for All Unleashing the Power Within. The
masters of ceremony were Mr. Charlo Raphael
T. Arreo and Ms. Xyrarenz Nicole S. Ladroma.
Michaelinians Celebrate a
Blissful Night of Friendship
Rhea Mae S. Artazo, IV-St.Thomas
The rain poured hard on the evening
of July 25, 2014 but it did not stop the
Michaelinians who were all clad in elegant
dresses and handsome tuxedos to enjoy the
annual High School Soiree held at the school
quadrangle.
This years theme of the event was
Friends are Like Precious Gems that Keep
Us Alive and Ablaze.
Like the previous
soirees, the theme centered on friendship,
which supports the objective of the activity-to
make new friends and keep in touch with the
old ones.
At exactly six in the evening, the said
affair began with Charlo T. Arreo and Asenath
Grace B. Balsicas as Program Masters.
Ms. Lucriz Jewela D. Orzales,
Secondary Executive Council President, gave
the welcome message. Each section was
introduced with their respective advisers to
the expectant crowd. Sumptuous meal was
prepared which the students enjoyed to their
hearts content. After dinner, the Secondary
Executive Council sponsored a Dance Expos
which caters the students talent in dancing.
Yells and applause rumbled in every corner
of the Maalman Christian Community Center as the
freshmen and transferees showcased their God-given
talents during the High School Initiation held last
July 9, 2014.
The said event is held annually to welcome
the grade seven students and the transferees, as well
as the new teachers, into the SMC high school family.
Being the ates and kuyas, the Seniors together with
the fourth year advisers spearheaded the practices
and polished the performances.
The freshmen and transferees manifested glee
and enjoyment as they danced to the beat of Happy,
jived to the tune of Wiggle, and moved to the rhythm
of the infamous novelty song Boom-Panes.
Musically inclined students also displayed
their prowess in music by singing songs from the
movie musical Pitch Perfect like Bright Lights and
Cups. The students proved they are not just good
in singing but are also good in playing musical
instruments like ukulele and beat box.
Selected students showed promising potential
as ramp models and as fashion designers when they
paraded their summer and skaters attire, and casual
wear on stage.
Mrs. Diosdada A. Israel, the High School
Academic Coordinator, introduced the new teachers
of the high school department namely Mrs. Divina
Shiela Delos Arcos, Ms. Louvanne Jessa Orzales,
and Ms. Marichu Minguillan. They rendered a song
entitled Heaven and dedicated it to the high school
faculty and students.
True to its theme Friendship is the Golden
Thread that Ties the Heart of All in the World,
the activity was indeed successful in strengthening
camaraderie among the high school students and in
its goal of welcoming the neophytes into the SMC
family.
-IV-St .Thomas
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Grade-7
1. Azarcon, Rhenalyn T.
2. Pude, Trisha Cameer P.
3. Ares, John Richard Carl A.
4. Arimang, DC Lou Belle M.
Bouchard, Alexandra M.
Bucalon, Erika U.
Guimary, Roshell D.
5. Vertudes, Mave O.
6. Francia, Pierre Angeli C.
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VP Binay
Inspires Paulinian
Leaders
Rhea Mae S. Artazo, IV St. Thomas
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News
Pens in action!
Michaelinians from the high school
department bled green and fought for
gold during the 2014 Cluster Based
Schools Press Conference (CSPC) last
September 11 -12, 2014.
Cantilan National High School
hosted the said event with the theme:
Empowering Resilient Communities
through Campus Journalism. Eight
schools from Cluster 2 participated in the
Conference. The event kicked off with
an opening program and was followed
by series of lectures and workshops.
After two days of hard work, the students
harvested the fruits of their labor.
Here are the winners of the various
contests in the English and Filipino
categories:
PHOTOJOURNALISM
Filipino
2nd place - Charlo Raphael Arreo
5th place - Ian Khen Alegado
English
1st place - Rhea Mae Artazo
2nd place - Asenath Grace Balsicas
3rd place - Christine Joy Malvar
FEATURE WRITING
Filipino
2nd place - Kathleen Yparraguirre
English
1st place - Jennifer Lago
4th place - Vicente Cirilo Iriberri
English
1st place - Kierwey Von Yuhayco
3rd place - Kenneth Ravine Sual
5th place - April Grace Loayon
EDITORIAL WRITING
Filipino
2nd place - Xyrarenz Nicole Ladroma
COPYREADING
Filipino
1st place - Arah Phylisse Bebero
English
1st place - RR Joy Arpilleda
2nd place - Christian Joy Malvar
3rd place - Jeannette Ortega
5th place - Philip Duero
6th place - Hailla Guiral
EDITORIAL CARTOONING
Filipino
2nd place - Gieward Canillo
7th place - Roshell Guimary
English
2nd place - Katrina Bomediano
7th place - Giro Jeause Rivera
SPORTS WRITING
Filipino
2nd place - Mave Vertudes
3rd place - Leonel Bryan Cosmiano
4th place - Rick Navarro
5th place - Trisha Cameer Pude
NEWS WRITING
Filipino
4th place - Cyrille Ann Sionzon
English
2nd place - Hester James Dumanon
4th place - Hadrein Damalerio
English
4th place - Jeannette Ortega
7th place - Giro Jeaus Rivera
COLLABORATIVE DESKTOP
PUBLISHING
Filipino
2nd place - Sinag
English
1st place - The Michaelinian
RADIO BROADCASTING (ENGLISH)
2nd Best Anchor - Xyrarenz Nicole
Ladroma
1st Best Reporter - Blanche Orais
2nd Best Reporter - Lucriz Jewela
Orzales
2nd Best Director - Jan Clyde Arreza
1st Best Spinner - Jennifer Lago
2nd Best Broadcasting Team - SMC
The event deemed to enhance
and develop the journalistic skills of
the students and to determine the
writers who will represent Cluster 2 in
the Division Schools Press Conference
on September 23 25, 2014 at Madrid
National High School.
Congratulations writers!
News
A cooking contest sponsored by Cantilan
Bank, Inc. was held at the town plaza on July 24,
2014 that started at 9:00 oclock in the morning.
The contest was open to the elementary pupils
and high school students in celebration of
Nutrition Month. The school sent participants to
the event, namely:
Elementary department - Jon Joshua Millan
GRADE SCHOOL
HOLDS LEADERSHIP
SEMINAR
Ariane Jane D. Bonrostro, Grade V
GRADERS CELEBRATE
NUTRITION MONTH
Debbie A. Reyes, Grade VI
The month of July, every year, is Nutrition
Month. This annual celebration is looked
forward by the grade school pupils because
they are able to show their talents and creativity
in cooking, table setting, cleaning and other
related activities. This years nutrition month
theme is, Kalamidad Paghandaan: Gutom
at Malnutrisyon Agapan. The local nutrition
cluster and stakeholders organized activities to
address the theme.
On the other hand, the school supported
the celebration with different activities that were
sponsored by the Homemakers Club.
On July 1, was the launching of the
month celebration. The pupils presented role
play on how to become healthy. They, too,
presented dances.
On July 16, poster making contest
took place and was participated by the nonacademic clubs. The participants were guided,
in their presentation by the theme and objective
of the celebration.
On July 23, fresh fruit salad contest
and ginataang kalabasa cooking contest were
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Power Paul: The Paulinian Leader with
All and for All, Unleashing the Power Within,
was the theme of the Leadership Seminar of the
grade school pupils last June 28, 2014 at 8:00
oclock in the morning until 4:00 oclock in the
afternoon held at the Audio Visual Room.
The program was opened by a religious
video presentation prepared by the Christian
Formation Team and was followed by the singing
of the National Anthem. Afterwhich, Debbie A.
Reyes, GEC President, vibrantly welcomed
the participants. Then, Mrs. Alona F. Miranda,
GEC Moderator, presented the officers from the
different grades and clubs.
The GEC officers made the crowd alive
with their dance presentation. Then, Ms. Cynthia
P. Padual, delivered The Power of Music. The
venue was filled with music when she played
Noel Cabangons song entitled Kanlungan and
Ang Bawat Bata of the Sugarfree. Ms. Padual,
said, young leaders like you can truly make a
big difference. From the lyrics of the song, the
young leaders were inspired to play their role as
leaders.
Afterwards, the pupils had their quick
break. After the break, the venue was filled
again with acoustic songs prepared by the GEC
officers and some selected pupils.
Then, Mr. Nico Michael D. Huelma, SEC
Moderator, gave Power Paul: Unleashing the
Power Within. The young leaders were really
alive with the different video presentations
prepared by the speaker that would help them
DREAM, BELIEVE, and SURVIVE. One of
the videos really touched the hearts of the
participants and tears fell down from their eyes
realizing that life is so short and they should
make the best of what they have and what they
can give now and always.
In the afternoon, before the session
started, an energizer was set to make the young
leaders alive. Afterwards, the participants were
grouped into four for the PUZZLE activity. The
group C was able to finish first followed by
groups A, B and D, respectively.
The insights, lessons and reflections
were gathered during the sharing by group.
Marycon Joy A. Urbiztondo, GEC Vice
President, gave the closing message. Then, a
Prayer from the CF Team formally closed the
activity. The program was facilitated by Ariane
Jane D. Bonrostro and Debbie A. Reyes. A
message that was instilled in the leaders hearts
stated, a good leader is a good follower.
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The theme Empowering Resilient
Communities through Campus Journalism was
the focus during the two-day District Journalism
Seminar- Workshop in preparation for the
upcoming Division School Press Conference
(DSPC) last September 8-9, 2014 at Magosilom
Barangay Hall. Its aim was to enhance the
writing skills of the grade schoolers.
One hundred ninety-two enthusiastic
aspiring young writers from Cantilan District
1 and 2 attended the said seminar- workshop
and at the same time contest with the unending
and support of their school heads, school
paper moderators and their parents, of course.
The top 3 winners will qualify for the DSPC. A
short opening program prepared by Cantilan 2
followed after the registration.
After which, different talks were delivered
on the first day in the morning. Mrs. Rio Jane
T. Francia vibrantly gave the techniques,
strategies and important things needed in
photo journalism and editorial cartooning. Right
after the talk, the young photographers enjoyed
taking pictures that show hard work. Then Miss
Jean L. Buniel enthusiastically talked on sports
writing. She gave life to the sports minded
young journalist when she asked them about
their favorite players in the different field of
sports. She was also tasked to talk on copy
reading and headline writing.
In the afternoon, Mrs. Colleen Dibb
M. Cuaton shared her expertise in Editorial
4th place
2nd place
3rd place
5th place
1st place
2nd place
Religious News
Christian Formation and the
Marian Youth Catholic Action sponsored
the Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC)
Orientation, 10:30-12:00 oclock in
the morning at the Maalman Christian
Community Center last June 25, 2014.
The program started with an
Invocation by the members of MYCA
followed by the Singing of the National
Anthem. John O. Gallego, MYCA President,
gave the Welcome Message. Then, Mr.
Frantor B. Fernandez, Christian Formation
Coordinator, talked on The Purpose
and Essence of Having Basic Ecclesial
Community meeting. He also gave the
importance of being a responsible Christian
towards the society and community.
Afterwards, Andy Mark Villamor together
with the Skylark band rendered a song.
An open forum came next. The students
were enthusiastic to ask questions on some
points in the talk that were not familiar to
them. Mr. Fernandez answered all the
queries raised.
The program ended with the closing
remark by Floremie Y. Reponte, MYCA
Vice-President and the Closing Prayer by
Kier Sagrado, MYCA member.
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The entire SMC family gathered together
to welcome the new academic year with a Holy
Spirit Mass last June 11, 2014. The Holy Mass
was held at the Immaculate Conception Parish
Church and was officiated by Rev. Fr. Edwin
Decena, DCT. The mass was at 8:00 oclock in
the morning. The school community prepared
the readings and songs and some faculty, staff
and students were assigned as lectors. The
SMC Choir was well prepared with the hymns of
Woe to me if I do not preach the
Gospel, was the theme during the Basic
Orientation Seminar for Catechists last June
21, 2014 at the Audio Visual Room.
The day started with the registration
of participants at 7:30 in the morning. It was
attended by 110 students both from the
college and high school departments. After the
registration, the orientation seminar started
with an opening prayer led by Ms. Zyra Amor D.
Pedotera, Grade School Faculty and Christian
Formation Team Member. The reading of the
Holy Gospel by Cynthia P. Padual, President
of the Teacher Education Department
followed. Then, Mrs. Alona F. Miranda, Grade
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Religious News
Last June 14, 2014, the Christian
Formation Team gave a Seminar-Training for
Lectors at the Maalman Christian Community
Center (MCCC), 8:00 oclock in the morning to
12:00 oclock noon. This was participated by
The college students had their recollection
with the theme Gods Love in My Life Story. It
was facilitated by the Christian Formation Team
headed by Mr. Frantor B. Fernandez. Its objective
was to deepen the students relationship with
God. The recollection was scheduled for three
Saturdays on July 19 for freshmen, July 26 for
second year students and August 22 for third
year students. The fourth year students will have
their retreat later before graduation.
The activity was divided into Plenary
Session held at the AVR and Break-Out Room
Session. During the Break-Out Room Session
the students were grouped into three and
each group was assigned with a facilitator. Mr.
Frantor B. Fernandez was the facilitator for
Group A at the AVR, Mr. Francis Carmelle T.
Duero for Group B at a high school classroom
and Sister Vivina M. Init, SPC for Group C at
the Chapel.
The
attendees
were
given
questionnaires during the first break-out
Last June 25, 2014 at 8:30 in the
morning, the newly elected class and club
officers of the grade school department were
inducted to their positions during the regular
weekly mass at the Immaculate Conception
Parish Church.
Rev. Father Danilo Garay, DCT was
the inducting officer and at the same time the
officiating priest. During the Homily, he said,
young leaders as you are, you have the power
to make a big difference not only in school but
in the community as well, so begin it within
Prayers and hymns in honor
of the Mother of God filled the
campus as Saint Michael College
launched the annual observance
of the Rosary Month on October 2,
2014.
A living Rosary participated
in by pupils and students from
the grade school, high school and
college departments as well as by
the faculty and staff opened the
yearly tradition. It was held right
after the flag ceremony.
An image of our Lady of
Fatima was enthroned on a
especially-decorated shrine and
then the Mission Rosary was
recited with special prayer intention
included. Representatives from
each department gradually formed
a large rosary. After the recitation
of the Rosary, candles and flowers
were offered at the altar as Marian
hymns were sang.
Other activities that included
room-to-room rosary, Marian trivia
and quiz bee, essay writing and
rosary exhibit sponsored by the
Christian Formation Team and the
MYCA members were conducted to
honor our Lady and to engrave on
each Michaelinian a filial devotion
to her. For the whole month of
October, a statue of the Blessed
Virgin visited each class through
the room-to-room Rosary.
This years celebration of the
Rosary Month coincided with the
800th anniversary of the giving
of the Rosary to Saint Dominic
(1214).
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Filipino: Wika ng Pagkakaisa ang tema sa pagdiriwang ng
Buwan ng Wika sa taong ito. Ang mga mag-aaral ng Saint Michael
College ay sabay-sabay na nagtipon sa Maalman Christian
Community Center (MCCC) noong ika-1 ng Agosto sa ganap na
ika-3:00 ng hapon upang ilunsad ang pagdiriwang. Isang maikling
programa ang ginanap na pinangunahan ng Samahang Filipino.
Ang ibat-ibang departamento mula elementarya hanggang
kolehiyo ay nagpakitang gilas sa kani-kanilang mga pagtatanghal.
Nagkaroon din ng biglaang pagpili ng may pinakanatatanging
kasuotan na napanalunan ni Bb. Kathleen Thea Baes, para sa
kategorya ng babae at Ginoong Kevin Pecho para sa kategorya ng
lalaki. Ang dalawang nanalo ay pawang mag-aaral sa sekondarya.
Natapos ang programa sa ganap na ika-5:00 ng hapon.
Noong ika-20 ng Agosto ay nagkaroon ng paligsahan
sa kolehiyo na pinangalanang Pinoy Henyo at patimpalak sa
pagsulat ng tula. Nagkaroon din ng paligsahan sa pagluto ng
kakaning Pinoy noong Agosto 28, 2014. Ang mga paligsahan ay
pinangunahan pa rin ng Samahang Filipino sa ganap na ika-10:30
ng umaga.
Muling nagtipon sa Maalman Christian Community Center
ang mga mag-aaral sa kolehiyo noong ika-26 ng Agosto para
sa Pista sa Nayon at pagtatapos ng pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng
Wika. Gayak na gayak ang lahat sa kani-kanilang kasuotang
Filipino. Ibat-ibang pagkaing Pilipino ang nakahain sa bawat
hapag. Nag-umpisa ang programa sa ganap na ika-3:00 ng
hapon sa pamamagitan ng panalangin na pinangunahan ng
College Choir. Sinundan ito ng pambungad na pagbati ni Bb.
Marchelyn Uriarte, pangulo ng Samahang Filipino. Pagkatapos
ay nagkaroon ng pagtatanghal ng Balagtasan ang mga kumuha
ng kursong Filipino na sina Bb. Cynthia Padual, Joann Petros at
Rezel Abao, kapwa nasa ika-apat na taon sa kolehiyo. Matapos
ang pagtatanghal ay nagkaroon ng biglaang pagpili ng Lakan at
Lakambini ng Wika 14 na ginampanan ng apat na departamento:
ang Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Computer Science at
Teacher Education.
Ang pinakahihintay na Pista sa Nayon ay sumunod
pagkatapos na maianunsyo ang napiling Lakan at Lakambini ng
Wika 14. Nagsalu-salo ang lahat ng mga mag-aaral kasama ang
mga guro sa ibat-ibang pagkaing nakahain. Kakikitaan ng tunay
na tuwa ang bawat isa sa pagtitipon.
Samantala, noong ika-29 naman ay ipinagdiwang din ng
mga mag-aaral sa sekondarya at elementarya ang pagtatapos
ng Buwan ng Wika. Nagkaroon ng paligsahan sa balagtasan
at harana. Ang bawat patimpalak ay ginampanan ng mga magaaral mula unang taon hanggang apat na taon. Ang nagtanghal
ng balagtasan ay nagpakitang gilas sa kanilang masining na
pagbigkas ng sarili nilang gawang piyesa. Hindi naman nagpatalo
ang mga nagsisali sa harana nang ipakita ng bawat kalahok ang
kanilang talento sa pag-awit lalo pat mga awiting makaluma ang
kanilang napiling awitin. Puno ng palakpakan at papuri para sa
lahat ng kalahok dahil sa kani-kanilang husay.
Ang mga sumusunod ay ang mga nagwagi sa bawat
patimpalak:
KOLEHIYO
Lakan ng Wika 14
- Castor Orozco BSBA
Lakambini ng Wika 14 - Ivy Pelemiano BSBA
Pinoy Henyo
Unang Gantimpala
- Jeh S. Arwita at Joann P. Petros
Social Science Club
Ikalawang Gantimpala - Cynthia P. Padual at Jan Paul C. Azarcon
Computer Club
Ikatlong Gantimpala
- Myra Jane C. Faelnar at Chris Jayous U.Sual
Math Club
- Archelyn R. Sugian at Juliet D. Lajera
English-Drama Club
Pagsulat ng Tula
Unang Gantimpala
Ikalawang Gantimpala
Ikatlong Gantimpala
Pagluto ng Kakanin
Unang Gantimpala
- Arts Club
Ikalawang Gantimpala - Dance Club
Ikatlong Gantimpala
- Youth Medical Team
SEKONDARYA
Balagtasan
Unang Gantimpala
- Ika-apat na Antas (4th year)
Ikalawang Gantimpala - Ikapitong Baitang (Grade 7)
Ikatlong Gantimpla
- Ikatlong Antas (3rd year)
Ika-apat na Gantimpala - Ikawalong Baitang (Grade 8)
Harana
Unang Gantimpala
- Ika-apat na Antas (4th year)
Ikalawang Gantimpala - Ikatlong Antas (3rd year)
Ikatlong Gantimpla
- Ikawalong Baitang (Grade 8
Ika-apat na Gantimpala - Ikapitong Baitang (Grade 7)
Naging matagumpay ang lahat ng ginanap na programa.
Tunay na hindi talaga natin maitatanggi ang pagiging Pilipino lalo
na sa ganitong mga pagkakataon. Sa mga nagwagi, binabati
namin kayo!
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Filipino Section
Labing-limang mag-aaral mula sa
sekondarya kasama ang kanilang guro
na si G. Nico Michael D. Huelma, ang
lumahok sa taunang Henry and Alice
Chans Spelling, Quizbowl and Scrabble
Competition. Pinangunahan ito nina G.
Henry at Gng. Alice Chan mula Estados
Unidos. Ginanap ang kompetisyon sa
Carrascal Sports Complex noong Hulyo 21,
2014. Layunin nito na linangin at hasain ang
kaisipan ng bawat indibidwal na estudyante
at higit sa lahat ay upang matulungan ang
J.O. Hotchkiss Library.
Narito
kompetisyon:
ang
mga
nagwagi
sa
Filipino:
Wika
ng
Pagkakaisa,
ang naging tema sa ginanap na Unang
Kumbokasyon sa elementarya noong ika
5 ng Setyembre, 2014, ikalawa ng hapon sa
Maalman Christian Community Center.
Pormal na binuksan ang programa sa
pamamagitan ng pambungad na Panalangin na
pinangunahan ni Toni Leeah Rosit. Sinundan
ito ng mainit na mensahe ng pagtanggap na
ibinigay ni Ariane Jane Bonrostro.
Nagbigay kulay sa programa ang ibatibang patimpalak kagaya ng Katutubong
Sayaw na sinalihan ng mga mag-aaral mula sa
una hanggang ikatlong baitang, pagkanta ng
Orihinal na Awiting Pinoy (OPM) ang naging
paligsahan sa ikaapat hanggang ika-anim
na baitang. Dumagundong ang hiyawan ng
mga manonood nang magpakitang gilas ang
mga mag-aaral sa unang baitang sa kanilang
pagsayaw ng Itik-Itik. Sadyang ipinakita ng
mga mag-aaral ang kanilang galing sa mga
pagtatanghal.
Narito ang resulta ng mga patimpalak.
93.000
93.000
93.000
92.125
92.125
92.000
91.500
91.500
91.375
91.375
91.250
91.125
90.625
90.500
90.375
90.375
90.375
90.375
90.000
90.000
IKALAWANG BAITANG
1. SIONZON, Ma. Theresa Mae D.
2. ESPINOLA, Jerome A.
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3. ARMENDAREZ, Althea Antonet E.
4. TRILLANES, Andrei Antonio D.
5. ARIENZA, Ryza Angelie D.
6. MALAYAO, Antoniette E.
7. CRUIZ, Kieth Lynne Q.
TAYO, Kristelle Ann C.
8. CORTES, Krishna CJ C.
IRIZARI, Carmel Clara H.
9. ESQUIVEL, Vinz Leonard A.
10. PUERTO, Khim Nicole A.
11. GONZALES, Roeline Carl S.
12. DUERO, Landy Augustine A.
13. BAGCAT, Charlieze Lara E.
14. AMBRAY, Jhon Mc Cloyde C.
GUARDO, Clare Guysie H.
YUBOKMEE, Krisha Jay P.
15. MONTENEGRO, Lcrissy Velle Mary A.
16. GUERTA, Carl Christian P.
17. ARIENZA, Alche Mae C.
GARCIA, Mikylla Keziah A.
94.625
94.375
94.250
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92.750
92.375
92.250
92.250
92.125
92.125
92.000
91.875
91.625
91.500
91.125
90.625
90.625
90.625
90.500
90.125
90.000
90.000
KATUTUBONG SAYAW
Unang gantimpala - Gr. 3 St. Raphael
Ikalawang gantimpala - Gr. 3 St. Gabriel
Ikatlong gantimpala - Gr. 2
Ikaapat na gantimpala - Gr. 1
PAG-AWIT
Unang gantimpala - Charlz Anton Arreo
Grade 6
Ikalawang gantimpala - Troy Domini Ayado
Grade 5
Ikatlong gantimpala - Kathleen Faith Suhian
Grade 4
Ang pinakahihintay ng lahat ay ang
pagbibigay parangal sa mga mag-aaral
na nagsunog ng kilay upang marating ang
tagumpay ang siyang naging sentro ng
programa.
Narito
ang
mga
mag-aaral
na
nabigyang parangal para sa Unang Markahan
taong panuruan 2014-2015:
UNANG BAITANG
1. COSMIANO, Nia Jan Carmelie C. 93.875
2. TOLENTINO, Althea Greta May P. 93.625
IKATLONG BAITANG
1. COSMIANO, Ma. Levilla Agnes C. 94.125
2. CUIZON, Cherish Samuelle S.
93.875
3. AZARCON, Felquesia Kaye U.
93.375
4. TAN, Fil Leira Mae G.
92.625
92.125
92.000
91.500
91.500
90.875
90.375
90.250
90.125
90.000
IKAAPAT NA BAITANG
1. SERIL, Linus M.
2. MIRANDA, Aldeah Laine G.
3. BONROSTRO, Ann Trishia Mae D.
4. ARREZA, Alessandra Moreen O.
5. DE LOS ARCOS, Cherrie May L.
6. ALAS, Anthony Greg B.
SUAL, Dimple P.
SUHIAN, Kathleen Faith A.
7. LORIA, Clifford
8. ALAS, Claire L.
YUHAYCO, Fritzie Anne A.
9. LIBARIOS, Christine Mareil A.
10. MONTENEGRO, Jenoj Claire Manuellette A .
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IKALIMANG BAITANG
1. BUCARILE, Ray Anne A.
2. BONROSTRO, Arianne Jane D.
3. TRILLANES, Izabelle S.
4. AYADO, Troy Domini M.
MACALMA, Philip Earl C.
5. IRIBERRI, Nick Matthew Q.
6. DELITO, John Cris B.
7. COSMIANO, Nia Kyla Christine C.
8. MILLAN, Clarisse Mae A.
9. MARATAS, Aljean Vince O
10. BANTUGAN, Carl Vincent R.
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IKA-ANIM NA BAITANG
1. REYES, Debbie A.
2. YUBOKMEE, Joemar Jr. G.
3. BAYONLA, Kristine A.
4. DUERO, Glyze Aila A.
URBIZTONDO, Marycon Joy A.
5. ARREZA, Glenn Robert P.
6. PUERTO, Rafael Niksa A.
7. MILLAN, Weylan Joseph H.
8. ORZALES, Claredel O.
9. ORTEGA, Jilliane G.
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Our next me ntor is Miss Louvanne Jessa D. Orzales. She is the eldest daughter of
Engr. Lucio C. Orzales, Jr. and Mrs. Josephine D. Orzales. She was born on March 1,
1993. She finishe d her Ele me ntary and Se condary Education at Saint Michael College,
Cantilan Surigao del Sur. She complete d her tertiary e ducation at Surigao del Sur State
University Cantilan Campus with the degre e of Bachelor of Se condary Education major
in Physical Scie nce. Ms. Louvanne spe nds her le isure time in reading, playing piano and
guitar and composing songs. She is curre ntly residing at Magosilom, Cantilan, Surigao del
Sur. Now, she is a Full Time High School faculty teaching Ele ctive English and Scie nce.
She is also the Class Adviser of Grade-7 St. Joseph and School Paper Moderator of the
High School.
Another new me ntor is Miss Marichu G. Minguillan. She was born on February
1, 1994 to Mr. & Mrs. Marlou Minguillan. She is curre ntly residing at P 5, Tapa,
San Pe dro, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. This young lass loves to read fantasy scie nce, history
fiction and nonfiction books. She also loves to draw pictures of people and play chess. She took
her Ele me ntary and Se condary e ducation at Cantilan Pilot School and Surigao del Sur State
University - Cantilan Campus, respe ctively. She finishe d her tertiary e ducation at Philippine
Normal University Agusan del Sur with the degre e of Bachelor of Se condary Education
major in Social Scie nce. Now she is a full time high school faculty teaching M APE and
Values Education subje cts.
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Mrs. Divina She ila L. Delos Arcos is another new faculty in the high school
departme nt. She was born on May 8, 1974 to Mr. & Mrs. Emilio V. Lucas.
She spe nds her le isure time in reading magazines, cooking, and playing ball games. She
resides at P3, Lininti-an, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. She complete d her Ele me ntary and
Se condary Education at Pudtol Ce ntral School and Santo Rosario High School both
in Apayao Province. She earne d her Junior Se cretarial Course major in Ste nography
at Apayao State College and Bachelor of Se condary Education major in Filipino at
Saint Michael College, Cantilan, Suriago del Sur. She is marrie d to Mr. Allan O.
Delos Arcos and they have one child name d Cherrie May. At prese nt, she is a full time
high school faculty teaching Araling Panlipunan and Filipino subje cts and at the same
time the class adviser of Grade 7 St. Luk e.
Another new teacher is a gorgeous and smart woman in the Grade School
departme nt, Mrs. Anabeth Se niagan Arjona or teacher An as her pupils and coteachers call her. She celebrates her birthday every 15th day of Nove mber. She is
curre ntly residing at P3, Lininti-an, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. She was raise d by
her compassionate pare nts, Mr. Aniano D. Se niagan, Jr. and Mrs. Elizabeth D.
Se niagan. Teacher An loves to dance and sing. She complete d her Ele me ntary and
Se condary Education at Oroquieta City Ce ntral Ele me ntary School and Misamis
Occide ntal National High School both in the province of Misamis Occide ntal. She
finishe d her degre e in Bachelor of Ele me ntary Education at Misamis University,
Ozamis City. Teacher An is marrie d to Mr. Cyrus Onelix Arreza Arjona and they
are blesse d with two childre n. She is curre ntly the Grade Four Class Adviser and a Filipino and Religion teacher.
Mrs. Loreta L. Re dula teaches in the grade school departme nt. She is not new
in SMC be cause she finishe d her college e ducation here. She was born on July 5,
1979 to Mr. & Mrs. Praxides A. Lao-ay. She resides at P5, Bayogo, Madrid,
Surigao del Sur. Her hobbies are cooking and singing. She took her Ele me ntary Education
at San Roque Ele me ntary School and her Se condary e ducation at Saint Michaels
School in Madrid. She earne d her degre e in Bachelor of Ele me ntary Education at
Saint Michael College. Teacher Loreta is marrie d to Mr. Herman C. Re dula and
they have two childre n, Danielle and Mark Lhore nze. Now she is teaching English
and Sibika at Kultura and is the Grade 3 St. Raphael class adviser.
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Miss Allysa E. Sagrado is another new teacher in SMC. She is the eldest
daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Alberto R. Sagrado. She was born on October 29, 1992.
She resides at P 4.5 , Lininti-an, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. This young lady loves to
read books and dance. She complete d her Ele me ntary Education at Ayok e Ele me ntary
School and her Se condary Education at Cantilan National High School. She finishe d
her tertiary e ducation at Saint Michael College, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur with the
degre e of Bachelor of Se condary Education major in English. At prese nt, she is a full
time grade school faculty teaching English, M APE, HELE and Sibika at Kultura
subje cts.
Our next me ntor is Mrs. Janice M. Lafue nte. She was born to Mr. &
Mrs. Fernando Mortega on Nove mber 10, 1989. She is prese ntly residing
at P2, Lininti-an, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. Teacher Janice is fond of cooking
and watching TV. She finishe d her Ele me ntary Education at Quitang Ele me ntary
School and her Se condary Education at Pasacao National High School in the
Province of Camarines Sur. She earne d her degre e in Bachelor of Ele me ntary
Education at Saint Michael College, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. She is marrie d
to Mr. Re nante C. Lafue nte and is a full time grade school faculty teaching
Filipino.
Miss Jean L. Sumaoy is 22 years old and celebrates her birthday every
12th day of June. She is the daughter of Mr. Nelson T. Sumaoy and Mrs.
Arlyn L. Sumaoy. She resides at P5, Bayogo, Madrid, Surigao del Sur. This
young lady loves to cook and she is also a good dancer. She took her Ele me ntary
and Se condary Education at Bayogo Ele me ntary School and Saint Michaels
School, in Madrid, respe ctively. She complete d her tertiary e ducation at Saint
Michael College earning Bachelor of Ele me ntary Education. Now, she is a full
time grade school faculty teaching Mathe matics and Sibika at Kultura.
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Lathalain
Kahalagaan ng Kahandaan
Cynthia P. Padual, BSED-IV
Ang pinakamahalagang elemento ng
isang bansa ay ang mga tao o mamamayang
naninirahan dito. Sila ang bumubuo ng
pamayanan. Pamayanan na tumutukoy sa
tunay na kalagayan ng isang lipunan. Ang
isang ligtas na pamayanan ay maunlad
na pamayanan. At ang isang maunlad na
pamayanan ay maunlad na lipunan. Ngunit
paano nga ba nakakamit ang kaunlaran? Sino
nga ba ang dapat na nangunguna sa pagabot nito? Bakit sa kabila ng kahit anong
pagsisikap ay animo walang pagbabago?
Bagkus ay patuloy ang pagkalugmok nito?
Malaking katanungan maging sa kahit na
sinong taong kabilang sa isang lipunan. Ikaw,
ako, silatayong lahat ay may malaking
pananagutan sa pagkakaroon ng kaunlaran
ng ating lipunan.
Ang mga kalamidad na bumisita sa
ating bansa; ang mga tagtuyot na umiral sa
ibat-ibang bahagi ng Mindanao at Bisaya,
na sumira sa may 220,000 ektarya ng lupang
pansakahan; lindol na ikinamatay ng daandaang tao at sumira ng mga ari-arian at
SALAMAT SA WIKA
Geoflor R. Henoguin, BSBA-IV
Tula
FILIPINO: WIKA
NG MGA PILIPINO
Cynthia P. Padual, BSED-IV
INANG YAMAN
Geoflor R. Henoguin,BSBA-IV
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ENCOUNTER
Frelijean M. Ondao, BSED-I
We love, because HE loves us first. We overcome, because HE is our strength. We are rich, because
HE is our greatest treasure. We are made full, because HE is our refiller and our provider. We are
victorious, because even before we compete, HE already won the battle for us.
Life is never perfect, it is neither a bed of roses, and it is never fair. Life has its ups and downs,
twists and turns, curves and edges, as well as bumps and blows. It is simply because, if everything here
on earth is always easy, we might not know HIM. If life is always steady, we might just go with its flow
and never go against it to take our stand.
Last Saturdays Recollection drew us closer to God. It was reminding us that HE is always with
us and whatever struggles we have, HE is all the time ready to help us and even to mend our broken
hearts. HE opens our hearts and encourages us to share our pains to others, to let go of it and be free.
HE makes us realize how beautiful is HIS love through His words in the bible- through His
letter, a letter that truly touches our hearts and even makes us cry. It tells of HIS immeasurable and
unconditional love, worthy to be spoken by our lips, to be felt by our hearts, to be remembered by our
minds and worthy of our precious time.
The Recollection we had was, indeed, a wonderful encounter with our Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ. It was an experience that cannot be replicated and measured especially for us, the freshmen.
AMIT Y
Friendship is a gift that is fair in all things. It takes its root from a persons heart and involves memories
that stay not just for a while but for a lifetime.
So many people say that man wont amount to anything, wont succeed...unless he is on his own. These
people forget the heroes who are behind mans success in life. Aside from our family and relatives, these people
are our friends. They are like a family; they are people who support you every step of the way and hold you up
when youre falling no matter what happens. A friend is someone that you can absolutely trust with anything
including your life; someone you can confide and be with at all times in good and in bad. A friend is someone who
is ready to be against the world with you, and someone that is willing to do anything for you. A friend is someone
who can understand that youre not perfect and that you make mistakes and is ready to forgive you. Friends will
listen to your problems and give advice when you cant find it in your own heart even when the truth may not be
what you want to hear. Theyll do anything no matter how silly and crude a situation is, just to make you smile.
A friend is someone who is there for you through thick and thin, who will stand by you even when you are wrong
and say you are a good egg, even if you are slightly cracked! A true friend is very hard to find. But some of us are
lucky to have found one.
BEST BUDDIES
Merlyn E. Lao-ay, BEED-IV
We cannot recall how this friendship started and we will never know how it would end. But whatever
happens, we will never forget the million times we made each other laugh and even cry because of the joy of being
there for each other.
At first, we felt shy but as time passed by we noticed that we were no longer strangers and we got closer
and even considered each other not just ordinary friends but family. We worked and dreamed together, inspired,
motivated and loved one another. The past three years that we spent at Saint Michael College will never be
forgotten, it will be a history that will be written in our hearts. Those moments of togetherness will always be
remembered forever.
Each of us is a part of each ones journey in life. In good times and in bad times, we were listening,
supporting, loving and caring for one another. Together we laughed, cried and rose again! One thing admirable
in our relationship was that, we did not count what we gave. We even sacrificed our own resources just to provide
the needs of someone in the group who needed help. We considered each other as magical people because we felt
we touched lives in our unique and simple ways. Personally, I felt so blessed to have these people in my life who
I considered gifts sent from up above.
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A FRIEND
Mirabeth A. Daraman, BSBA-III
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TIMAWA KITA
RAIN
GROWING UP
Troy Domini M. Ayado, Grade-V