The Ripples E-Newsletter (August-November 2019)

THERIPPLES THE OFFICIAL STUDENT PUBLICATION OF LA CONSOLACION COLLEGE - BACOLOD

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ENVISION. A view of the unfinished roof of LCCB Quadrangle with school administrators and invited guests during the Groundbreaking Ceremony. - CG Saludares

Augustinian Sisters turn spadesful of earth

By Angelica Caceres

La Consolacion College Bacolod’s Sister Community and School Administrators held the Groundbreaking Rites and Eucharistic Celebration for the Covered Court Extension Ceremony last Oct. 8.

The event started with a liturgy graced by Fr. Tito Soquiño and sponsored by the Mother Rita Barcelo Night High School Program.

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LCCB Partakes in Panggas >>> PAGE 2

EDITORIAL

Throwback, or a drawback? >>> PAGE 4

FEATURE

Prism of Might >>> PAGE 6

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Kagalingan sa Lubos na Pagyabong >>> PAGE 9

Sr. Maria Garcia, OSA spearheaded the Blessing and Dropping of plans, while Sr. Elena Morallo, OSA for the medals and Sr. Anne Lagbo, OSA for the coins; Sr. Gerolinda Tingson, OSA, Sr. Ellena and Sr. Maria then took turns in lowering and burying the capsule.

“The Sisters decided to cover the quadrangle area to

maximize its use especially during graduations, masses and other particular activities. This is also for the convenience of our students to protect them from direct heat during daytime,” says Nelu S. Barcoma, officer-in-charge for LCCB Buildings and Grounds.

Dust and noise from the site is to be expected during the ongoing construction of the

project but Barcoma assured that they will try not to entirely disturb the classes, and students’ safety is guaranteed to be their top priority.

The roofing of the quadrangle is a legacy project for the Centennial Foundation of LCCB proposed and collaborated

by Ar. Dominic Diocson and IDr. Jonathan Fortu and is targeted to be finished by Jan. 2020.

SARFAID reigns Ambassadors of Goodwill 2019

By John Pierre Jarmonilla

School of Architecture, Fine Arts, and Interior Design (SARFAID) bets Gabriel Deopita and Ginelle Melocoton were crowned Ambassador and Ambassadress of Goodwill 2019 held last Sept. 13, at Ayala Malls Capitol Central Activity Center during the highlights of Intramurals 2019.

Meanwhile, Senior High School (SHS) candidates Loren Laguda and Llubert Mahinay, came in at first runner-up, and also taking with them the Best in Ethnic Themed Wear and Advocacy award, Mahinay given the Best in Production Number award, and Laguda was awarded Ms. Photogenic.

Louie Asupan from the

CROWNING MOMENT. Ambassadors of Goodwill 2018 Rose Jeva Aburido and Jan Christian Jungco poses with newly crowned SARFAID bets. - Ai Chan

School of Sciences, Liberal Arts, and Teacher Education (SSLATE) and Jan Marie Bordon from the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM) emerged as second runner-up, while Robert

Yanly Yu from SHTM and Joanalyn Tagolimot from SSLATE garnered the 3rd runner up and Danica Lumawag and Kevin Jan Tolentino, both from School of Business and >>> PAGE 3

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Literary Event Kicks Off with Wit and Flair

By Lea May Q. Galimba

Voices of the five departments thundered among the corners of Ayala Capitol Malls Atrium as each representative owned the stage for the commencement of the Literary Events, September 11.

The Senior High School Department (SHS), raised their flags as they were announced Gold Awardees both in Talumpati and Oration; Silver awardees in Dagliang Pagbigkas, Binalaybay, and Impromptu, and Diploma for Character Interpretation.

The School of Sciences Liberal Arts and Teacher Education (SSLATE) however, won gold in Binalaybay, Impromptu and Character Interpretation; Silver in Talumpati; Bronze in Oration and Diploma in Dagliang Pagbigkas.

Furthermore, the School of Architecture Fine Arts and Interior Design (SARFAID) cheered upon garnering the Gold Awardee spot in Dagliang Pagbigkas; Bronze in Impromptu and Talumpati; Diploma for Binalaybay and Oration, and Certificate for Character Interpretation.

With heads unbowed, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM) reveled as they were reputed as Silver Awardees in Oration and Character Interpretation; Bronze in Dagliang Pagbigkas and Binalaybay; Diploma for Talumpati; and Certificate for Impromptu.

And for the School of Business and Information Technology (SBIT), they were acknowledged as Bronze Awardee for Character Interpretation, Diploma for Impromptu and Certificates for Dagliang Pagbigkas, Talumpati, Binalaybay, and Oration.

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NIPPING IN THE BUD. School President, Sr. Maria Garcia, OSA (center), Ernie Mallorca and Jennifer Tingson together with LCCB Student Leaders gathers for a groufie. - Schilona Boco

LCCB partakes in Panggas

By Schilona Boco

The renewal of the memorandum of agreement on ‘Panggas: a tree growing initiative’ by the Diocesan Social Action Center, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the Catholic Education Association of the PhilippinesNegros Occidental member schools and local government units took place last Monday, October 21 at the Social Hall, Provincial Capitol, Bacolod City.

Student Leaders (SGC, SHGC, SSG, CRCY and LEC) from La Consolacion College Bacolod together with the School President, Sister Maria A. Garcia, OSA, Head of the IEAP and NSTP Coordinator, Mrs. Jennifer R. Tingson, and LEC Adviser, Mr. Ernie Mallorca, attended the said event to answer the call regarding Climate Emergency.

Fr. Chris Gonzales, Social Action Center Director, considers this initiative as another

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by Pope Francis in his encyclical “Laudato Si (Praise Be), On the Care of Our Common Home.”

Ms. Cathy Balasa spoke in behalf of Mr. Francisco Milla, Jr. for the Department of Natural Resources, Region 6, and said that they willingly support this program hundred percent technically and logically.

Most Rev. Patricio A. Buzon, Bishop of Bacolod also expressed his gratitude and astonishment to the youth of today for being generous and committed to heed and take action to this advocacy.

Hon. Eugenio Jose V. Lacson, Provincial Governor of Negros Occidental, ended his speech with the remark “Abanse Negrense!”.

After the speeches from the heads involved in the MOA signing, a video presentation was played about Panggas. Merienda Cena was served then all the attendees were requested to proceed at the Negros Forest Park for the tree planting activity.

Musical and Dance Event reveals awardees

By Chia A. Tolentino

Symphonies, once again, resonated as various representatives of each department showcased their musical talents for the first half of the Musical and Dance Events held September 12.

The School of Architecture, Fine Arts and Interior Design (SARFAID) proudly raised their flags as they were announced as Gold awardees among the two out of three musical events; both in Vocal Duet and Vocal Quartet, and received Diploma for Vocal Solo.

Meanwhile, the Senior High School (SHS) department came close behind, with heads held high, as they garnered the Gold in Vocal Solo, Silver in Vocal Quartet and Certificate in Vocal Duet.

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM) followed through with the force of a Powerhouse, as they received two Silver awards in Vocal Solo and Vocal Duet, and Bronze in Vocal Quartet.

Furthermore, the School of

BEATING ALL. SHS, hip-hop dancers move to the beat of OPM music during the Dance Category of LITMUS DAVA 2019.

- Krizza May Ledesma

Sciences, Liberal Arts and Teachers Education (SSLATE) reveled as they received Bronze in Vocal Solo, Diploma in Vocal Duet, and Certificate in Vocal Quartet.

As for the School of Business and Information Technology (SBIT) department, the Lion’s Lair finished with Bronze in Vocal Duet, Diploma in Vocal Quartet and Certificate in Vocal Solo.

Furthermore, SHS owned the dance events as they bagged both golds from the Latin-American Dance and Hip-Hop Competitions earlier today, Sept. 12, at the Ayala Malls Capitol Central.

SARFAID also came out

triumphant as they were awarded as Silver in the Latin-American Dancesports and Bronze in HipHop competition.

SSLATE were victorious in winning Bronze in Latin-American Dancesports and Certificate in Hip-Hop Competition; Diplomas for both events were garnered by SBIT. SHTM meanwhile was awarded with Silver in the HipHop Competition.

Capping off the three-day Intramurals would be the Pageant Night for the Search of the Ambassador and Ambassadress of Goodwill, happened at the same venue.

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SHTM dominates competition grounds

WINNING RECIPE. Participants and Faculty during the 1st Tanduay Rum Festival held at the New Goverment Center. - SHTM Student Organization Facebook Page

By John Pierre Jarmonilla

The Power House had once again gives pride and joy to their Alma Mater in the landslide victory they achieved this year, emerging success from the two major local competitions in Bacolod City against their foes from all over the province.

Skills and grit has been tested and in the end they have attested for coming out as the Overall Champion in the 6th Sabor Bisaya 2019: Food Expo and a Prestigious Culinary and Hospitality competition participated by students and professionals coming from all over Western Visayas from Higher Education Institutions and has brought down renowned chefs, culinary educators, and entrepreneurs as the judges.

The event was hosted by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Negros Occidental (HRANO), the Council of Hotel and Restaurant Educators of the Philippines (COHREP) and the National Food Showdown in partnership with the

Commission on Higher Education, held last August 22-24 at the Smx Convention Center.

Gold Medals were hanged around the necks of Jomar Francis C. Pelor, John Michael C. Cuadra, and John Oscar P. Du who emerged champions in the highlight culinary event, the Klasika Kulinarya.

Receiving Highest Silver in the Cocktail Mixing category by Lournie L. Chan and in Table Setting with Floral Centerpiece category by Rongie Neil F. Ong, Raphael G. Turbanos, and Paula C. Binayug.

Silver medals were garnered

by Chef Glennuel Paul Velasco and Argie V. Dolino in The Apprentice category, likewise by Stern B. De La Cruz in The Filipino Carver, and The Soup Kitchen category

by Sean Paul G Palma and Cedrick Paul D. Tidalgo.

Bronze medals was given to Ashlei Joie A. Rafols, Nina Angela Heria, and Caryl Joy D. Bernadas in the Creative Cake Decoration and to Justine T. Epre in Flairtending:

The Master category. Same award given also to The Main Course category by James William B. Yu and The Happy Hour by Norniel M. Aquilesca and Jason Adrian M. Mirabueno, while Diploma is given to the Baby Cakes and Wedding Cake categories by Keirsha Jhoanne J. Palma and Therese D. Araneta repsectively.

Victory for the SHTM students also garnered commendable success in the 1st Tanduay Rum Festival held last August 17 at the New Government Center.

Emerging as Champion in the Mixology: Best Rum Cocktail (Mixing with Flairtending) Category by an Alumnus Laurence Emmanuel Conlu.

Awards given also in other categories to Raymund Jan A. Ledesma and Matthew Arthem B. Gelvoleo in the Culinaria: Best Rum-Infused Savory Dish category as Second runner up, same award given also in the Best Rum-Infused Dessert/ Postre category by Jesus Samuel B. Solinap and John Alre P. Dales.

The final Question and Answer portion were given through a picture analysis whereas Deopita expressed his statement, “Everything has a purpose and we are blessed here on earth to unite as one. And life is more than just a race. Why not work together? Not trample other people behind us. So we can create hope to the next generation. Let us build one community, one society where we share a unity and finish the finish line

together as one.”

“Not every single person in this world is entitled to discriminate one another based on their race, ethnicity or color for God made us based on his own image and likeness and He loves us equally. So i think, we should set aside hate and put love first so that we could live in a more peaceful community. And lessen or refuse the problems in our society where color and race is not a problem. But rather

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“The SHTM students’ sweeping victory during the Bacolod Rum Festival and the Sabor Bisaya Competition was a testament to the communitarian spirit, dedication, and hard work of the students,” stated by the current school President Sister Joan Infante, OSA with beaming joy and pride in her inspirational message during the tribute given to honor all the victors last August 30, at the Amistad Center for International Culinary Arts.

In additional success, Tourism Management student Amador Jacildo III bagged the title as Champion for the Provincial Tourism Week Quiz Bowl out of the 18 participating schools in Negros Occidental last September.

Furthermore, the power house was not only limited to their skills inside the kitchen and deep in books but to go as courageous as to reign as Beauty Queen as well.

Trecia Tequero was crowned as the Ruby Masskara Queen 2019 last October, a former BS Tourism student and a Magna Cum Laude in her batch 2019, also titled as the Mutya ng NOPSSCEA Education 2019.

Their ever growing achievements and success brings name and fame to La Consolacion College Bacolod as the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management in the Region for their quality education and internationally equipped learnings for their students, with their growing skills and expertise they could go beyond borders in a Global stage.

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Information Technology (SBIT) received the 4th runner-up spot.

Minor awardees were the following: Yu for People’s Choice Award male category and Bordon for the female category; Bordon was also given the Best in Production Number and Best in Modern Filipino Wear, and Asupan was awarded the Mr. Photogenic and Best in Modern Filipino Wear

we should put in mind that we should not judge, degrade, or belittle other people. Especially in terms of their color. Let us rather love them, accept them, respect as who they are and as what they are,” says Melocoton which won her the crown.

After the grand coronation, the announcement of overall winners for the Literary, Musical and Visual Arts 2019 followed.

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Throwback, or a drawback?

The second half of 2019 has been laborious for all government units, for provinces up to barangays were ordered to undergo a purposive but painful process. After President Duterte’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) last July 22, where he ordered local officials of Metro Manila and other cities to reclaim public spaces being used by private entities, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) immediately released a memorandum circular known as MC 121-2019.

The memorandum circular included directives such as: to clear public roads of illegal structures and constructions, to cancel permits which allow the private use of these spaces, and for them to accomplish significant results within 60 calendar days. With a tight deadline, the task was carried out promptly. And in the following months, the country was under renovation.

The ultimatum was an effective wakeup call, but only for those who listened. For the abiding, the process might have gone smoothly, but unfortunately, those who stood their ground might have lost an item or two.

Here in Bacolod, huge adjustments were made mainly by the city’s urban poor.

According to reports, vendors relocated inside Bacolod Vendors Plaza were not gaining as much profit as they were back on the streets.

Additionally, their condition inside the plaza just rubs salt to the wound; vendors need to pay a fee to use the comfort rooms of Barangay 10’s residents, because the Vendors Plaza does not have its own CRs as well as water supply. While

vendors situated at Libertad Market, Bacolod voiced out their complaints for the limited spaces allotted for them— some vendors only granted one square meter. With such situations, most vendors were not able to last long on these provided spaces, causing them to go back along the city streets.

Although the dedication and accomplishments displayed by authorities under this task can be admirable, we cannot stop ourselves from being irritated by how these public spaces are now invaded by vehicles. While the “No Garage, No Car Bill” is still on its way, some car owners who can’t provide shelters for their vehicles have used up the cleared spaces.

It’s sad to think that marginalized families lost their homes and means of living just so the wheels can have some place to park. And the worst part is how the authorities and their demolition teams were harsh on them during clearing operations, and they seem to turn the blind eye to the same problem caused by the favored.

In spite of that, MC 121-2019 is not deliberately wrong. We can clear the streets from the less privileged who are illegally using public roads, or we can free it from the vehicles wealthy people can’t provide garages with, but as long as the citizens themselves— no matter what class— won’t learn how to consider lives aside from theirs, we’ll never stop ourselves from finding ways on how to obstruct progress.

Maybe what the country needs is more than just a makeover.

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KinaBOOKasan Ko, Paano Na? This academic year, textbooks were deemed compulsory despite being successfully optional in the past school year. This new policy caused waves of disagreement not only from students in the academe but also from the parents who finance their children’s education.

Textbooks are the “holy bibles” of the students. It gives them a clear and focused direction of how the subject will flow along the semester and on what’s in store for them in the upcoming discussions. It supplements the teacher’s lesson as a mode of instruction to further develop the idea of the lesson. Yet, the required textbooks are not frequently used inclass lectures. As a result, some students have difficulties in grasping the concepts that are being taught.

Teachers have a pre-planned syllabus based on the Department of Education’s curriculum guide. Some textbooks don’t follow that syllabus, which renders them unusable in the current curriculum. Another point of consideration

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is that discussions and lessons should not be limited to one specific book only. Teachers should provide other reference materials wherein students can refer to as a supplement to the discussion. Yet, teachers are not to be blamed for this misuse because, in the bigger picture, it’s the curriculum that is the main root of why there are misuse and discrepancies in the Senior High School implementation.

The compulsory textbooks are also one of the reasons for the tuition increase this academic year, and the infrequent use of those textbooks defeats the purpose of having them in the first place. At the end of the day, the hardworking parents are the ones who are most affected by the tuition hike brought upon by the compulsory books, may the parents make the most out of every penny they are spending for their children’s education.

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Upon implementation of the Rice Tarrification Law or Republic Act 11203 authored by Senator Cynthia Villar, Filipino farmers made noise. Though the law was created to fulfill the country’s obligation in the World Trade Organization, still it couldn’t change the fact that it incapacitates their livelihood. The full importation of rice from other countries is beneficial to the rice-eating populace, however, this resulted to the plunging price of local rice.

Philippines is known to be an agricultural country and it is ironic that farmers are suffering famine and poverty to the extent, and considered to be one of the most exploited sector in the country’s society. Farmer advocates are posting images online, raising awareness on how little they were earning and screaming for both justice and equality.

It is truly unfair for the rice farmers to work and give off investments but gaining almost nothing. The difficulties they encounter is due to the current legislations which seems to oppress their rights. Even the land preparation alone causes farmers enormous amount of debts. The price hike in gas and diesel, investments for the rice crops, fertilizers and pesticides only proves that farmers needed a fix income to acquire the things they needed in farming yet was unable to make ends meet because of the Rice Tarrification Law. Thus,

making the current value of rice crops not enough.

The struggles of the Filipino farmers are one that has lasted for decades. The consequences of this law aggravated their situations. When will this turmoil end? As what Krianne Fedelin stated, “It is ironic that farmers are the one feeding the nation yet they cannot feed themselves.”

Others may view RA 11203 as a thread, searching its way out of the narrow spaces of poverty because it could result to a precipitous drop in rice prices but it is actually a threat, endangering the income and lives not only of the Filipino farmers alone but of every Filipinos in majority. The continuous import of rice from other countries may cause the decrease in number of our own farmers. If ever shortage of rice would occur from these exporters, we Filipinos would have nothing to rely on and there will be only limited supplies.

Hence, it is important to acknowledge the hard labor of our countrymen for they contribute in the growth and progression of the economy.

More than that, farmers feed the nation and we, as their compatriot, should show our support to them. Let us patronize our own, for the very least. Above all, as consumers of our culture’s staple food, we should be their backbone and inner voices. Amplify this information. With that, it will eventually encourage them to continue the fight. May our own selves realize our agriculturists worth and significance for producing an essential commodity.

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#LCCB SHOUTOUT “What did you think of the school canteen’s #NoPlasticPolicy?”

Bea Angeline C. Sullesta 2nd Year BSTM

“They’d gotten used to the way of instantly receiving what they ordered. Whiles ago, when we bought our “bihon”, we had to use our hands because no one handed us any utensils to use. However, if it means to lessen our garbage wastes, then why not?”

Dionella Jane N. Biandilla 1st Year BSHM

“It was quite okay but other students may haven’t been aware because they still use plastics on a daily basis. For me, the #NoPlasticPolicy was a big thumbs-up seeing that if we take a closer look at pollution and global warming, plastics are one of the main reasons that causes them.”

Jinh Y. Rosales

2nd Year BFA Advertising “One time, we went to the canteen to eat. We bought our food, however, we waited for a while because we had no idea where to get our utensils. The lady serving the food asked us if she could request us for our id’s, and we kind of had a shock on why they pursued a policy like that. Though our hunger overpowered our stomach, we had to wait because she was also attending other students. It would have been better if they had an alternative in times of immediate strike. If this would be bound to happen again, I’d rather eat outside because of the price of the wooden utensils highly affects the allowances of some college students that soon after would just be thrown away and add to the garbage which they are trying to reduce.”

John Franz S. Nabor

1st Year BS Arch

“It was easier last time when the plastic utensils were over the counter. If they wish to proceed with this policy, they should’ve had an alternative to provide for their customers. I’d only eat at the canteen if I had no choice because I’d be having lack of time, or there’s nowhere else to eat, but if I did have a choice, I’d eat outside of school.

Although, I agree so much on how helpful this could be to the world, but the school should’ve made sure it was fully thought of before implementing it.”

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By Rafael Dominic G. Mabaquiao

“It has never been wrong to choose the best for yourself.” –Pose, Netflix On the early hours of the June 28, 1969, the most significant event in the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,Transgender, Queer) history commenced. So instrumental were the stonewall riots that they paved the way for the modern fight for LGBTQ rights, and were forever commemorated, every June since that year, as LGBT Pride Month.

As we celebrate independence and LGBT Pride in the month of June, let us not forget those who fought not with arms, but with words, as we take a quick glance through the life of Joshua Ofiasa Villalobos, Activist and Advocate for the Environment, Human Rights, LGBT rights, and Youth Empowerment.

The youngest of three siblings, Joshua’s unorthodox endeavors in activism garnered genuine concern from his parents, as to what their child had preoccupied his self with. As time went on, however, they eventually became more and more supportive, and generally accepting not only to his vocal standpoints but is also welcoming of him being queer.

His first protest was one on City ordinance 562, the regulation of the use, sale, and provision of plastic bags as packaging material, specifically about the inadequacy and destructiveness of the act in the coming years since 2011. Joshua believes that what prompted him to take up activism was simply the need to take it up, believing that it is the truest way

to cause change through nonviolent actions.

Having been inspired by upperclassmen and older members inside his organizations, he desirably educated and engaged himself into other current social issues.

Joshua is a member of the Youth Empowering Youth Initiative; formerly a founding head of Humanist Alliance Philippines International (HAPI) Jr., and a convenor at Youth For Climate Hope (Y4CH).

He is a founding member of Linghod, a group of young environmentalist, which was the front-liner in upholding a coal-free Negros.

Their battle might have resulted in a momentary victory, but nonetheless, a battle which they will undertake once more for the sake of a breathable future.

He is also the convenor of the ever-growing Tribu Duag, a movement started by passionate Negrosanons to combat the ever-pressing lack of LGBTQ rights activism in the Negros province. Last June 22, Joshua along with other Tribu Duag members spearheaded the return of Bacolod Pride Parade, which was last held four years ago. This event seeks to provide an answer to the need for a safe space for the third sex community. With this, their prime objectives are the demand for justice, equality, and the celebration of diversity.

Despite the many networks he has associated himself with, he rarely finds any conflict within the groups, and any opposition is found only on personal levels and not on clashing ideals. Additionally, Joshua believes that not only has he met incredible new people through his vocation but that it is bringing change to society and that’s what he loves the most out of it.

He believes that there is some form of negative connotation the comes with activism, most believing that the mere mention of “activist” is synonymous with radical, extremist, or militant.

When in reality, most activists are armed only with their knowledge and their words.

“Handom ko gid permi nga everything we see, we should also consider the historical context of it. That pride has a historical context, that all movements, woman’s rights, labor, and civil rights movement… we should not see protests as a negative thing.

Protests in the pasts brought

us the rights we enjoy today. We should see everything with the historical context of it, and that if we want a freer and more independent Philippines, we should do more to make it freer and independent, we really need more works done in our generation,” Said Joshua.

There are some important benefits that activism offers the youth. According to Joshua, choosing the correct advocacy can teach a lot about decision making. It is also going to be essential in the fight against the ever so rampant “fake news”. It has even taught him to cut toxicity from his life. Most importantly, it teaches people their rights, it informs you more about what you can do and what others cannot do to you.

“Take your time, enjoy your life. Dahil pinapanday palang natin ang isang makatarungan at inclusive na lipunan para sa lahat.”

When asked about what he’d like to leave as a message for those who are closeted; and how they can share their pride, he responded: “They should know that the LGBTQ community knows their hardships; we know how hard it is to tell your parents that they cannot be the person their parents made them to be. There’s no problem in being closeted, but do enjoy your life, as you only have one life to live.”

To be proud is not the same as being prideful.

Prideful indicates arrogance and stubbornness, developing into selfrighteousness and entitlement. To be proud, however, is to stand for who you are and what you believe in, and the biggest measure of such is that you feel you should be. The fight for pride is akin to the fight for independence once waged long ago; freedom is only entailed by the length of what’s holding you back. Learn your rights, learn to protect them, and always join the conversation.

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- RCY LCCB

Heroes in Scarlet Uniforms

By CG O. Saludares

Flutter of capes and specter of lights illuminate as the city wails. Red blasters as our modernday superheroes in their scarlet uniforms elapse the street of disturbance and emergency. But more than just the essence of glory, it takes diligence and valor to prevail heroism. Each and every one of us possesses the true value of courage, but what does it take to save a life?

Fritz Marquez, our current LCCB- CRCY president, Stefanie Joy Anatan, Chapter Youth Council (CYC) vice president-internal, Arone John Sulleza, LCCB chapter secretary, Cynthine Mari Encabo, LCCB chapter assistant secretary, and Nicole Madrilejos, CYC public relations officer (PRO) are some of the members of the new LCCB CRCY in our chapter. The people behind the resurgence and refinement of the fresh wave of volunteers in LCCB is steadfastly supervised by the liable LCCB Chapter adviser, Jennifer Tingson.

Truth be told, the life of a college student doesn’t merely revolve in organizations. The struggle of complying council

responsibilities, academics, and red cross activities amidst the fleeting balance of fulfilling these endeavors. The members did not deny the trouble in juggling these tasks; thus, order, sensitivity, and a sense of good communication among members are the primary solution of this excelling club.

But so they say, joining one that piques your interest while meeting people who share the same passion as you is more than professional completion, it is establishing a family and building an identity.

“Being an RCY volunteer is about willing to take a risk. Damo rason para mag quit ko, but RCY is in my system, indi ko ako subong kung indi tungod sang RCY,” Stefanie said.

Change doesn’t just seep into our skin, then we instantly live with it; instead, it is in the means of process, of willingness, and of genuine perseverance. But sometimes the universe finds its way between the gaps. We all have our downfall, and in the pit of no return, superheros arrive.

“I started out not entirely interested but eventually na-realize

ko na there’s a call, to do things more than sa ma offer ko and ang willingness, kag indi na trip-trip lang,” said Fritz.

RCY is evidently one of the main molders of great individuals in our society, especially for the youth. Through passionate service, Red Cross provides efficient and coherent knowledge that is expressed and astounds in the call of emergencies. The Bacolod chapter youth council supervises and aids the Bacolodnons during calamities such as flood and fire disasters. Red Cross also offers psycho-social support and bloodletting programs such as Pledge 25.

More than just the saviors in times of chaos, RCY allocates for various fun activities as well, such as the Leadership Development Program (LDP), also, the most awaited 10-day summer camp are just some of the enjoyable activities the members relish.

While on a closer look, the LCCBCRCY is currently working on their ecological advocacy and the initiation of the first-ever Handuraw Camp, a camping

get-together with all the LCCBCRCY alumni and former council constituents.

The face of volunteerism might seem disastrous and messy, but the fact that the fun in RCY isn’t just limited in these camps and activities, but is also in the quintessence of helping those who are in need, the joy in the eyes of the children after a storm, the smiles and thank-yous in every inspirational word, is more than what it takes to stay.

Red Cross is the door for the room that beholds the change. All we have to do is to simply open it, glide to the other part, and see what superpower is entrusted to us. ‘Cause more than service, these people are the epitome of what heroes are meant to be—running red and saving red.

So what does it take to save a life?—a step. All it takes is a single step from a charitable hand. A step from a knowledgeable mind, a single step from a red burning heart of a volunteer. A step that just might come from you or me, just a step. That is what it takes to save a life.

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ISIWALAT. Konsehal Ana Marie Palermo (kaliwa) at Ang Tagapangulo ng National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Virgilio Almario (gitna) pinangunahan ang pag-alis ng tabing sa muhon. - John Paul Clemente Ni Angelica B. Caceres

LUNGSOD BACOLOD - Sa pangunguna ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF), ginunita ang ika-141 na kapanganakan ni Pang. Manuel L. Quezon sa pamamagitan ng inagurasyon sa bagong muhon ng makasaysayang puno ng Tindalo sa Plaza, ika-19 ng Agosto.

Nagkumpulan ang mga

inanyayahan lalo na ang mga bantog na personalidad at panauhin sa larangan ng wika at panitikan; buong karangalan ding nakibahagi at nakipagtulungan ang LCCB upang masaksihan ang naturang kaganapan.

“Mahalaga na isipin natin na ang ating pinagpupugayan ngayong umaga ay isang punong kahoy na katutubo rin

sa Pilipinas, hindi ng banyaga.

Katulad ng pangyayari na ang ating wikang pambansa ay wikang katutubo at hindi ng banyaga,” pahayag ni Ginoong Vergilio Almario sa kanyang pambungad na pananalita.

Ang nasabing puno ay personal na itinanim ng dating Pangulo ng Komonwelt ng Pilipinas noong 1938, sabay sa pasinaya bilang chartered city

ng Bacolod.

Ang pagdaraos ay ipinagpatuloy sa SMX Convention Center, alinsunod sa pagsisimula ng tatlong araw na “Pambansang Kongreso sa Katutubong Wika” mula 19 ng Agosto hanggang ika-21, at siya ring dinaluhan ng sari-saring kinatawan mula sa iba’t-ibang sector at rehiyon ng bansa.

Taunang Club Fair matagumpay na ipinagdiwang Ni Anne Kiara A. Dawa

Di-mahulugang karayom ang Club Fair ng LCCB kung saan sari-saring kapisanan ang nagtayo ng kani-kanilang magagarbong puwesto at gimik sa pasilyo ng College Building Atrium, ika-16 ng Agosto.

Ang maghapong

kaganapang ito ay nagsimula sa opening ceremony na pinangunahan ng SSG Council kung saan nagbigay rin ng bating-pambungad si Sr. Joan S. Infante, OSA; sinundan ito ng ribbon cutting kasama si Dr. Margarita P. Infante.

Kampeon ang The

KAPISANAN. Mel Edrick Mercado, SSG President (kaliwa), Dr. Margarita Infante, Director ng Student Affairs (kanan) sabay na itinaas ang hawak na gunting bilang hudyat sa pagbubukas ng ClubFair 2019. - Jose Miguel Supeña

Travelers Society bilang may pinakamagarang Club Fair Booth; sinundan ng Artists Forum bilang first runnerup; The Young Chef Society bilang second runner-up; The College Red Cross Youth bilang pangatlo; at pang-apat naman ang Society of Innovators,

Programmers and Designers.

Ang Club Fair ay taunang aktibidad na isinasagawa upang lalong magkapisan ang bawat LCCian sa iba’t-ibang libangan liban sa mga pang-akademikong gawain.

VIVA TURISMO. Mga miyembro ng The Travelers Society itinanghal bilang Best Club Fair Booth. - Jose Miguel Supeña

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Kagalingan sa Lubos na Pagyabong Isang binibini na nagsimula sa unang hakbang patungo sa silid ng unang pangkat ng mag-aaral sa unang araw ng pasukan.

Bawat sulok ay binubuo ng kabataang may iba’t- ibang tunguhin at pinanggalingan. Bagito man sa propesyon ng pagtuturo, ang noong si Bb. Edna ay bukas-loob na handang ialay ang talento’t pawis, at sikapin ang pagturo ng medyor na pinangakong paninindigan.

Tuwing buwan ng Agosto, kung saan ipagdiriwang ang Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa, bilang pagpapahalaga pati narin sa inangwika ng ating katutubo, ating masdan at hangaan ang gurong ito sa kanyang taglay na katatagan at simbuyo pagdating sa Filipino at lalo na sa pagka-Pilipino.

Haiskul pa lamang ay naging inspirasyon na ni Gng. Fregil ang kaniyang guro sa Filipino. Aniya’y naging magaan ang kanyang loob dito. “Kung kaya’t kapag ako ay naging guro, gusto kong ituro ang asignaturang Filipino,” dagdag pa niya.

Mula Pampanga patungong Lungsod ng Bacolod, dala ang pagkadalubhasa bilang tagapagturo ay natagpuan ng binibini ang daan na tiyak at masigasig niyang tutunguhin. Mahusay at masagana ang mga unang taon ng pagtuturo niya sa La Consolacion College Bacolod. Marami ang mga palatuntunang kanyang isinagawa. Ilan dito ay ang pageksibit tungkol sa kababaihan, kulturang Pilipino at ang pag organisa ng iba’t-ibang seminar na dinaluhan ng sari-saring propesyonal sa bansa.

Gayumpaman, sa kabila ng bawat kasaganahan ay nagkakaroon ito ng limitasyon gawa ng diskriminasyon sa asignaturang kanyang itinatangi. Sa mga panahong kagaya rin nito ay hindi nagpatinag ang ating bida, bagkus ay kaniyang tinanggap na ito ay realidad at hindi magbabago. Maliban na lang na sa halip na magmukmok ay mas lalo pa niyang hinusayan at ginawang oportunidad ang hamong ito upang palaguin ang Filipino.

Nagbunga sa higit na napakaraming parangal ang kanyang kasipagan at determinasyon. Sa kaniyang pagsisikap, ngayon ay kaniya nang nakamtan ang pagiging isang prominenteng guro. Ang dating apisyonado, ngayon ay doktor na at kilala din sa tawag na Gng. Fregil ng SSLATE Department.

Siya rin ay kinilala hindi lamang ng LCCB ngunit pati na rin ng mga samahan sa iba’t ibang dako ng bansa. Tinanghal na Ulirang Guro sa Filipino noong 2016, siya rin ay ginantimpalaan ng lungsod ng Medal of Excellence, at siya ay isa sa mga napili ng Negros Occidental Private Schools Sports Cultural Educational Association (NOPSSCEA) bilang Outstanding College Teachers noong 2018. Ang mga ito ay ilan lamang sa mga pagkilalang natanggap ng ginang.

Sa paglipas ng bawat taon ay mayroong malaking pagbabago sa istilo ng pagtuturo ng mga guro, dagdag pa na ngayon ay nagiging makabuluhan na ang paggamit ng teknolohiya. Malaki ang naidulot na kaginhawaan na bigay ng internet. Ngunit ayon kay Gng. Fregil marahil ay sadyang nakakatulong ito sa gawain katulad ng pananaliksik liban na lang na hindi pa ganap ang kamalayan ng mga estudyante kung ano ang tamang gamit nito. Sa lagay naman nang ginang ay nagsisilbing pangunahing pangangailangan niya sa pagtuturo ang gamit ng laptop at internet upang maiangkop ang

- John Paul Clemente

Ni Mark Kenneth B. Ledesma

sarili sa kasalukuyan.

Bilang tagapagtaguyod at upang pagyamanin ang wikang Filipino at kulturang maka-Pilipino ay ipinapakita ito ni Gng. Fregil sa pamamagitan ng patuloy na pakikipag-usap gamit ang linggwaheng tagalog, pagbibigay ng saliksik sa kanyang mag-aaral, pagsama sa mga, lakbay-aral, pag-ooraganisa ng mga paligsahan hinggil sa wika at walang sawang panghihikayat sa nakakarami lalo na sa kabataan na ipagpatuloy ang pagtangkilik sa mga lokal, mapa produkto man o kulturang atin.

Higit sa pagiging inspirasyon at mga napagtagumpayan ay patuloy niya pa ring ginagampanan ang tunguhing iangat ang adbokasiyang kanyang pinanindigan. Siya ay tunay na kahangahanga at huwaran. Magbago man ang panahon ay hindi kailanman mahihigitan ng kahit ano mang bagay sa mundo ang lahat ng aral at impluwensiya na kanyang ibinahagi sa kaniyang mga mag-aaral.

Ito si Gng. Edna Fregil ngayon, patuloy na tumitindig ng may paninindigan sa asignaturang ipinangakong pagkadalubhasaan, at patuloy na ipinaglalaban ang sariling atin. Siya ay simbolo ng isang guro na punong-puno ng sigasig at positibong pananaw makamtan lamang ang adhikain tungo sa patuloy na pag-unlad ng wikang Filipino.

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If someone lets you know that they are experiencing difficult thoughts and feelings, it’s common to feel like you don’t know what to do or say; but you don’t need any special training to show someone you care about them. Often just being there for someone and doing small things can wholesomely and truly help.

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Four Houses clash in SHS Board Games Championship

TOUCH-MOVE. Opposing players thinking their moves over to secure a winning endgame during the SHS Interhouse Chess Championship. -Jose Miguel Supeña

By Anne Kiara A. Dawa

Wit and brains dominated throughout the heated competition between the four Houses at the SHS Interhouse Board Games Championship, Sept. 13, at the LCCB College library.

In Chess men, Marco Quanico, under the House of Perpetua checkmated his opponent claiming the throne of the champion, while in women’s category, Trishanette Mallari under the House of Adeodatus also outwitted her rival making her own the champion title.

The Chess men’s category ranking ended with a tie of three houses for first place, Alypius, Adeodatus, and Navigius.

For women chess ranking order however, the House of Perpetua placed first, followed by the House of Alypius placed second.

In the Game of the Generals men, Danielle Pontino, under the House of Adeodatus captured the flag of victory bagging the champion title, while in women’s category, Alexis Trinidad, raised the banner under the House of Perpetua as Champion.

The Men’s ranking order acknowledged the House of Perpetua as first, followed by the House of Alypius which ranked second, and House of Navigius ranked last.

For the women’s ranking order however, the House of Adeodatus ranked first, and the House of Alypius ranked second.

In Scrabble men, Raynil Rivera, under the House of Navigius outsmarted his competitor, while in Scrabble women, Cyl Nicole Yap under the House of Perpetua placed herself top of the rank.

#InDetail: SHS Interhouse Sports Competition

In men’s ranking order, the House of Alypius placed first, followed by House of Perpetua, and the House Adeodatus placed last.

In women’s ranking order, the House of Alypius placed first, followed by the House of Adeodatus placed second.

According to one of the Board game Champion, Marco Quanico, “Practice takes time and you should learn from your mistakes, be dedicated to your game.”

The Board game Championship marks the end of the SHS Sportsfest Interhouse competition.

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Alypius Men, Navigius Women Triumph in the Interhouse Volleyball Championship

By Jessa Fe D. Pagayonan

Scores have been settled as the House of Alypius smashed their way to victory in mens division together with the House of Navigius under the womens division, in the Interhouse Volleyball Championship, held Sept.11, at the LCCB Quadrangle.

The mens volleyball game between the House of Alypius and the House of Adeodatus circulated in three sets, 2519, 25-20, 25-22, while for the women’s courtgame, House of Navigius’ match against the House of Perpetua ended up in

two sets.

The order for the mens division, first came with the House of Adeodatus, followed by the House of Perpetua, and the House of Navigius gaining the last place respectively.

For the womens division however, the House of Perpetua ranked first, the House of Adeodatus got the second place and the House of Alypius came last.

The courtmatch was in line with the previous month’s Senior High School (SHS) Interhouse Competition.

BALL OF FIRE. Volleyball players from rival houses bringing their A-game for the SHS Interhouse Volleyball Championship. - Lindsy Villanueva SLAM DUNK. House of Naviguis galloping thier way to victory against House of Perpetua. - Lindsy Villanueva

Adeodatus, Navigius dominates Basketball Championship

By Glend Marie Joy E. Pajes

The Senior High School Men and Women Basketball Championship led a massive crowd of cheers and tears at the La Consolacion College Bacolod Covered Quadrangle, Sept. 12, during the continuation of their Inter house Sportsfest Competition.

Though an overtime has to be held because of a tie score in a tight game, the women of the House of Adeodatus was favored with a score of 25-22, against their rival, House of Alypius, and gained their title as

champions.

With that, House of Alypius received 1st place as to their defeat; 2nd place was given to the House of Navigius, scoring 11points against their counterpart, House of Perpetua, which scored 10points and took last place.

All matches for women were held at the same time in the similar court and played by “1st to 21points” in a 15-minute playtime.

Another thrilling yet chilling match up almost blew the roof of the Quadrangle

when the first five of the men’s basketball of Houses Perpetua and Navigius jumped at the tossed ball to start the game.

Navigius led the first quarter with 24-21 points, second quarter with 47-43 points; third quarter with 69-63 points; Perpetua’s determination led the game to tie at 82-82 points in the fourth quarter.

An overtime gave the Perpetua to tower and dunk their points to 101-95, leading Navigius to stand under the ring as first placers; while second place was given to Adeodatus,

scoring 65-48, against their rival Alypius, who won last place, during their match.

Iena Garceniego played with firmness and precision which announced her with the title of Most Valuable Player(MVP) for Women’s Basketball; while Richmer Nombre got the same title for Men’s Basketball, and was praised for his unforgettable dunk.

All teams won and all cheers were shouted! Soar High Senior High!