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Quezon-I District Christmas Party, “Highlights Award Night” By Marcial C. Comeros, School Principal Quezon -I, District, Butong Elementary School
On December 19, 2013, DepEd Quezon-I District successfully conducted “AWARDS NIGHT” at Quezon Municipal Gymnasium. It was a night of sights.... Elegant ladies in their best evening gown, some with a lot of skin to show and others with a lot of skin to hide. The gentlemen were also remarkable in their long sleeves and barongs. The affair was designed to give recognition to the commitment and dedication to the DepEd thrust and programs, particularly on “ Eco Friendly and Healthy School. The awarding ceremony was graced by the invited guests Vice Mayor Hon. Joseph T. Durotan, SB
member Hon. Benito Baguio, EDCOM Chairman. They gave inspirational message to the teachers and have informed the teachers that they can recieve their municipal incentive bonus before the end of the month. Thanks for your support, we greatly need it. With the success of the activity, Dr. Magdalena A. Rollo, School District Supervisor’ the chairman of the Technical Working group, Maam Methel Jean Balida, District nurse, together with the members, Ms Daisy Uayan, Ms Dina Escalada, Mr Marcial Comeros, Dr. Dennis Caballes, Dr. Aba Allaba; would like to express their warmest congratulations
to all awardees, sincerest thanks and gratitude to all sponsors, and to everyone who are instrumental to the success of the activity. Here are the Most Outstanding classroom teacher implementers on healthy School. For Category A: Preschool, Ms Lea Sugala, Grade I, Ms Babyjane Menirales, Grade II, Ms Cristina Ampayo, Grade III, Ms Lourgen Alfeche, Grade IV, Ms Louela Masilang, For Category B: Grade I, Ms Rosana Parone, Grade II, Ms Nelsie Elefante, Grade III, Ms Violeta Cadorna, Grade IV, Ms Lucila Requireme, Grade V, Ms Robelyn Viernes, Grade VI Ms Rechie Diaz. CONGRATULATIONS
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tisan yung kaso ko. Kasi sabi po ninyo Your Honor, “practicing” at “trial” lawyer lang po sya. Huwag lang sana sya. “ Oooops, after hearing him, I slumped back on the bench feeling rejected. He was really dead serious. He was not even impressed when Judge Cusi told him that I was a bar topnotcher. Finally, he agreed to accept me only after the judge painstakingly explained to him that being a “practising lawyer” did not mean that I was just practising on his case and that “ going to trial” had nothing to do with being in “trial and error”. To this day, when I am asked, “ law practice pa kayo, Attorney’” (Are you practising law, Attorney?”) I always remember that story and I always answer: “Tapos na ako practising. Tutuhanan na ako ngayon” (I’m done with practising. I’m into the real thing now!”). I always laugh quietly when I remember that. Back go my point. Another factor why many no longer resort to the courts to seek justice is that there is, in reality no “speedy justice” to talk of. A case in the lower court can take years to litigate. For example, if a court hearing is held today, the next resetting date is two or three months later due to clogged court dockets. After more resetting, if you’re lucky to present one witness, chances are you’re not done with him and resumption of his testimony is for the next available calendar. Not to mention postponements in between. If you are lucky, a simple case can be decided in 3 to 5 years. But that’s not the end of it. The losing party goes on appeal to the next higher court. The length of time for an appeal takes as much time, if not more. Then going to the final arbiter, the Supreme Court takes almost forever. You’re lucky if you’re done in ten (10 years) from the time the case is filed until final judgment. More often, it takes a lifetime. Sorry to say but the delay is embedded in the procedure and in the system. There are other factors but
I’m citing only two. These could be why many prefer to short circuit the justice system and go for swift and quick justice. This could be why many applaud short cuts. This could be why taking the law into one’s hands to get justice is acceptable to many. No wonder killing outright the bad guys is popular nowadays. But then, I remember the grieving and inconsolable Myrna, the mother of the 2-year old murdered boy who would at times secretly mix with the crowd in the courthouse waiting for Belinda to pass by on her way to the trial of her case. Myrna would suddenly emerge from nowhere, grab her, and hit her, claw at her until pacified. But Myrna and her husband agonized, suffered and patiently took the effort of bringing before the courts the “yaya”, Belinda Lora. They went through and withstood the ordeal of a long judicial procedure. Yes, they got justice in the end. Although Myrna’s words still ring loud in my ears and in my heart when she whispered to me after I told her of Belinda’s conviction: “ Will it bring back my only son to me.?” Nonetheless, she felt vindicated that justice was done. And yes, she did not call out the Davao Death Squad to do it for her. Myrna did not wish some policeman pulled the trigger on Belinda. Instead, she trusted on the justice system, however flawed it might be.
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always that true in reality. Justice of those who can afford is a world different from justice of the poor. The latter does not stand a good chance. One who can afford stays out of jail as he can post a bail bond for his temporary liberty? The poor, still presumed innocent, rots in jail in the meantime unable to put up bond while his case endlessly drags. Then, one needs a hired lawyer to handle his case. Yes, we have free legal aid law practitioners who selflessly give their time and talent (at times even their own personal money to poor clients). There’s also the government’s Citizens Legal Aid Office (CLAO) which gives free legal services to the poor. Courts can also appoint “de oficio counsel” to assist those who come to court without lawyers. But their service is just a drop in the bucket. And, poor litigants, even in their unenviable situation, expect -- and insist -- that their rights (which are perhaps their only prized possessions in the world) be amply protected. This reminds me of another unforgettable story. I remember one day about 30 years or so ago, when the late Judge ALFREDO CUSI of the then Court of First Instance (now regional trial court) appointed me in open court as “de oficio counsel” (court-appointed lawyer, usually without pay) to assist a poor, detained prisoner accused of a high crime. Judge Cusi’s voice boomed in open court informing the still-handcuffed accused: “ I will appoint Atty. Dureza, one of the best practicing lawyers to handle the trial for you. Do you agree?” (The court interpreter went into action.) We waited for the man’s reply but there was silence. The poor guy at first sheepishly looked around as I stood up in spanking coat and tie ready to volunteer and do legal combat for him. But he rejected me outright by saying (in Tagalog): “Your Honor, murder po ang kaso ko. Puede kaya hindi prac-
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tion,” Tabor said. He expresses optimism that Atty. Mendez will be able to do what is to be done in the NBI. For his part, Councilor Adrian L. Barba also expressed gladness over the promotion of Atty. Mendez. He said the new NBI director is a resident of Cagayan de Oro for all intents and purposes. Councilor Zaldy O. Ocon also hailed Atty. Mendez, saying his promotion is well-deserved.
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relationship with Him. So why not ask Jesus to forgive from page 4 you and take charge of your our kids, wife or husband, new life with Him? He’s the so they feel that we’ll only One Who can give you His love them if they do what we want. You see, it all begins with starting a new relationship with the One Who gave us each other. In fact, Jesus died just so you and I could be forgiven of all our wrongs and enjoy a daily, personal
kind of love and power you need every day to start building and enjoying the close, happy family you want. Just Think a Minute…
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Talaingod, LGU Padada, People Power Volunteers for Reform, LGU Sta. Maria, Nabunturan Federation of Senior Citizens Association, and Pag-asa Youth Association of LGU Gov. Generoso. Other Awardees are Mayor Allan L. Rellon, Armed Forces of the Philippines, LGU Davao City, Gov. Arturo T. Uy, Gov. Corazon N. Malanyaon, Mayor Lorenzo L. Balbin Jr., Mayor Lema P. Bolo, Mayor Eutropio S. Jayectin, Mayor Romeo C. Clarin, Mayor Reynaldo B. Navarro, Mayor Rebecco S. Rosit Sr., Mayor Camilo T. Nuñez, Mayor Arturo C. Monday, SUMIFRU Phils., Eduardo A. Borje, Jocelyn A. Romero, Philippine Ports Authority, Port of Davao-Bureau of Customs, Department of Public Works and Highways, Davao Integrated Port Stevedoring Services Corp., 10th Infantry Division-Philippine Army and Eastern Mindanao Command. Outstanding DSWD workers are Jenny C. Cadoyas, Laurencia P. Mondreza, Annie L. Rosalinda, Gemma D. Dela Cruz, Sheryl Anne R. Dumalogdog and Juliet I. Alladin. The 24 Loyalty Awardees and one Character Awardee among DSWD personnel will also be recognized. With the theme, DSWD @ 63: Kaagapay sa Pagbangon at Bagong Simula, other events for the day are Thanksgiving Mass, Regional Conference, Parlor Games, Talentadong Empleyado, and Livelihood Bazaar. (DSWD/Carmela Cadigal-Duron)
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Chamber of CommerceCagayan de Oro Chapter, Oro Chamber president Efren Uy requested for the extension of the deadline for the payment of the business taxes and permits this year. He said this will give the city’s businessmen a little more time to settle their payments, given the significant increase in the amount of taxes they have to pay this year compared to the previous years. The request of the business sector was endorsed by City Administrator Roy Hilario O. Raagas upon the recommendation of the City Treasurer’s Office. It was also favorably endorsed by the committees on trade, commerce and cooperatives chaired by Councilor Edna M. Dahino, on finance and ways and means chaired by Councilor President D. Elipe.
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