Zambales shines at RSPC 2013 - Schools Division of Zambales

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NEWS
1st Prov’l Educ
Summit aims toward
quality education
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The
OPINION
Keep the fire
burning
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Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles:
FEATURE
A woman in full circle
SCIENCE
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Negative impacts
of overexposure
to electronic devices
Journal
ZAMBALES
Volume II, Number 1
November - December 2013
Official Publication of the Zambales School Paper Advisers Association
Zambales
shines
at
RSPC
2013
4 CJs advance to NSPC
By Melanie Dela Cruz and Don Peter Bada
Zambales triumphed after bagging numerous awards
both in group and individual contests during the Regional
Schools Press Conference held at Fontana Leisure Park,
Clark, Pampanga, Nov. 28-29.
Ma. Karen Edanol of Candelaria Central School and AJ
Francis Cunanan of San Jose Patrocinio Elementary School
were awarded first place in Editorial Writing and Sports Writing in Filipino respectively while Christina Moreno of Josephine F. Khonghun SPED Center bagged third in Feature
Writing in English.
Edanol and Cunanan were trained by Ms. Virgie Fuentecilla and Mr. Marlon Cunanan respectively while Moreno
was trained by Mrs. Maria Consuelo Damaso.
In secondary level, Daniel Braza of Zambales National
High School copped third place in News Writing in English
with Mr. Benjamin Paner, trainor.
They will advance to the National Schools Pres Conference in SMBA, Olongapo City next year.
In the group contest, the Sports section of Peryodiko
of President Ramon Magsaysay Elementary School also
bagged first place. Mr. Benedick Damaso, School Paper Adviser also received 13th place and 14th place for Science and
Technology, and News Sections respectively.
The Division of Zambales also swept awards in Search
for Campus Journalists and School Paper Adviser. Whimberly Sales of San Marcelino Elementary School and Patrick
Barrrozo of JFK-SPED were awarded fifth and fourth respectively while SPA Ms. Divine Grace Esteban of Subic National
LET’ S GET IT ON. Campus Journalists from 20 divisions of Region III prepare High School garnered seventh place.
for photojournalism and sports writing contest during the first day of the RSPC.
Zambales shines...turn to page 4
RSPC qualifiers undergo
intensive training
By Louie S. Castillo
To hone and equip more the
campus journalists with the core
knowledge, skills, and attitudes
that will make them highly competitive in campus journalism,
the Division of Zambales initiated
a 4-Day Intensive Training in
Campus Journalism held at Zambales Teachers’ Training Center
(ZTTC) DepEd compound,
Iba, Zambales, Nov. 19-22.
The top 3 campus journalists in different individual categories both in elementary and
secondary in the recently concluded 2013 Division Schools
Press Conference (DSPC)
who are Regional Schools
Press Conference (RSPC)
qualifiers underwent training.
RSPC qualifiers...page 3
Zambales bags top awards in 2nd RIC
By Manolito Basilio
The Division of Zambales won top awards in different contests during the Second Regional Integrated
Competitions at DepEd Regional Office, Oct. 16.
Joana Marie Anselmo and Patrick Leandado, both
from Sta. Cruz South Central School (SCSCS), Sta.
Cruz South District copped first place in on-the-spot
Bright Smiles, Bright Futures making contest for Grades
One and Three respectively, while Jonie Ivan D. Gamboa of Mambog Elementary School grabbed third place
in the same contest, Grade Two category.
Cedric Mendoza, also from SCSCS bagged the first
place award in Sci-Art Grade Four and Richard Mapura
of Ilwas NHS (National High School) placed second in
Science Quiz Show for Third Year while third placers in
their contest category were Jady Jane Ebuen, (Lioson
Elementary School) in Sci-Journalism, Nica Carredo
(Masinloc Christian Academy) in Science Jingle and Julia Ann Hasco (Subic National High School) in Investigatory Project Physical Science Individual Category.
Desiree Quilalang of Castillejos ES (Elementary
School) also won fourth place in Life Science Investigatory Project individual category and Micah Stephanie,
Israel Pricess Raguini and Justin Estrella settled fifth in
Physical Science Investigatory Project team category.
In Sining Pambansa, Efren Julianne Dalit of Castillejos NHS was adjudged second best in Pintahusay
while Lara Balasabas of Paite-Balincaguing High School
got the fifth place in Pop-Essay Writing.
In Technolympics, Jennifer Dela Cruz with Krysyl
Apongo ranked fifth in Children’s Wear Construction category while Monette Concepcion got the same rank in
PC Assembly with Configuration and Networking.
The following schools in elementary and secondary
were finalists for the search for the Most Outstanding
Implementation of Integrated School Health and Nutrition Programs:
Calapacuan Elementary School, Lauis Elementary
School and Liozon Elementary School swept top places
for the elementary category while Bani National High
School, Rofulo M. Landa High School and Cabangan
National High School made it for high school category.
DepEd Zambales continues training its students
through trainings and workshops that enhance students
potentials and eventually be ready for the competitions.
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Palauig district coordinators join Jazz chant seminar Zambales partakes Nat’l
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Seventeen School coordinators
in English and Filipino from Palauig
District participated in the National
Seminar- Workshop on Jazz Chants
and Speech Arts held on October
4-6 at the Crown Royale Hotel in
Balanga City, Bataan.
The said event was sponsored
by the Center for the Professional
Advancements of Educators
(CPAE) through the leadership of
the Project Manager Ms. Marichu
M. Manza in cooperation with
Philippine Normal University (PNU)
staff.
During the three-day seminar
workshop, Prof. Shirley N. Cerbo
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discussed Creative Speech
Arts, The Oral Interpretation
of Literature, The Elements of
Oral Interpretation, The Use of
the Body and the Voice in Oral
Interpretation , Declamation and
Dramatic Monologue, Chamber
Theater, Readers Theater followed
by a workshop.
Prof. Patrocinio V. Villafuerte
lectured about the Interpretative
Reading of Poetry/Isahang
Pagbigkas ng Tula, Story Telling/
Pakukuwento, and Speech Choir/
Sabayang Pagbigkas.
Dr. Gina O. Gonong on the
other hand discussed about the
21st century Classroom, The
Critical Sounds-Pronunciation
exercises, Oration, Jazz Chants
Use(s) in the Classroom,
Delivering/ Reciting Jazz Chants
and Creating and Performing Jazz
Chants.
Meanwhile, participants from
were assigned to train their coteachers in their respective districts.
In Palauig, they are as follows;
Clarinda R. castro(District Filipino
Coordinator). Filipino Coordinators
were ;Criselda S. Alves(Liozon
ES ), Anna Marie T. Dalit(AAGES
), Maureen Ambuyoc(PCS), Ana
Marie F. Testimio(Liozon), Myrna
E. Laguatan(ZLAES),
Daisy R. Angulo(Bato
ES), Shirley R.
Fulgencio(PES), Irene
G. Anonas(LES), Ana
M. Ambi (BES), and
English Coordinators
were ;Lorena M. Navarro
(Bulawen ES), Liezel
L. Cruz(AAGES), Leni
P. Yap(PCS), Camille
M. Alog(LES), Yoly L.
Abad(ZLAES), Charisma
M Alog(PES), and Vicky
S. Aldea(CES).
On the other hand,
these trainees were able
to train their co-teachers
on the Echo-Seminar
Worshop on Jazz Chants
and Speech Arts on
Coordinators from different regions of the country chant as part of their exer- October 29-31 at Palauig
cise during the national seminar workshop on Jazz Chants and Speech Arts. District Mentor’s Hall.
Zambales joins Int’l Coastal Clean-up
By Joanne Roxanne T. Robregado
“Wala ka bang napapansin, sa iyong mga world gather on beaches, coasts, rivers, waterways
kapaligiran?”
and underwater dive sites to remove trash and
Joined forces, DepEd Zambales officials, Local record information on the debris collected. Results
Government Units, Armed Forces of the Philippines, will aid in better waste management policies/
Philippine Maritime, Philippine Coast Guard, private plans, product packaging designs and in stirring
sectors, teachers, scouts, YES-O Club officers and environmental consciousness among the people.
parents joined the International Coastal
Clean-Up (ICC) Day held in different
towns of Zambales last September 21 in
accordance to Presidential Proclamation
No. 470 declaring the 3rd Saturday of
September of every year as ICC day.
ICC Day is dedicated to the
improvement of beaches, coastal regions
and surrounding areas throughout the
world and aims to raise awareness on
the marine debris problem and to promote
environmentalism and volunteerism for
ocean’s health. It purports to be the
largest volunteer event in the world, and EARTH SAVERS. Pupils of Matain Elementary School in Subic, Zamhas operated for over 26 years.
bales do their part as they pick up trashes along the beach during theobDuring this event, people around the servance of International Coastal Clean-up.
Conference on SPED
By Joanne Garcia
A total of 120 Special Education (SPED) teachers and school
administrators from the Division of
Zambales participated in the 2013
National Conference on Special
Education last November 12-14
held at Punta Villa Hotel and Resort, Santo Nino Sur, Arevalo, Iloilo
City in accordance to the Department of Education (DepEd) Memorandum no. 106, series of 2013.
With the theme “Special Education: A Bridge to Inclusion”, the
SPED conference aims to provide
the participants with knowledge
and information on creating inclusive cultures, guide them in producing inclusive education policies,
and engage them in the discussion
of the evolving inclusive education
practices, update them with current
trends, skills and practices on the
management of inclusive education schools, present researches
on inclusive education for adoption/
adaption, and recognize exemplary
performances of SPED teachers
and centers.
The said conference was
spearheaded by DepEd through the
Special Education Division – Bureau
of Elementary Education (BEE) with
its guest speakers Dr. Marilette R..
Almayda, Dr. Richard Fee, Dr. Erlinda F. Camara, Dr. Ligaya Avenida,
Dr. Dina S. Ocampo, Dr. Teresita G.
Inciong, Dr. Yolanda R. Yambot, Ms.
Lourdes Reyes, Ms. Bernadette
Cariaga, Ms. Aline Zwanenburg,
and Ms. Carmen Zubiaga.
Speakers of the concurrent
sessions actively explained their
studies and gave the participants
a deeper perspective on Special
Education.
The schools in Zambales that
participated in the conference were
Subic Central School, Josephine
F. Khonghun SPED Center, Castillejos ES, San Marcelino ES, San
Narciso ES, San Felipe ES, Cabangan ES, Botolan South CS, Iba ES,
Palauig CS, Masinloc South CS,
Candelaria ES, Sta, Cruz South
CS, Sta. Cruz North CS, Don Marcelo Marty ES, Felipe Estella ES,
San Guillermo NHS, Zambales
NHS and Pamibian IS.
The highlight of this conference is the awarding of prizes to the
winners of the Search for the Most
Outstanding Receiving Teachers,
SPED Teachers, and Centers.
“I am very thankful to have the
faculty experience on this conference because it is important that
we strive to make a difference especially among the children,” said
Mrs. Cleofe Dela Fuente, one of
the Zambales delegates.
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The Good News
NEWS 3
Gulayan sa Paaralan promotes
value of planting, eating vegies
By Nena F. Domil
PROFITABLE EXPERIENCE. Mrs. Almira Canete leads her Agriculture class
in harvesting their mustasa. Gulayan sa Paaralan puts emphasis not only on
eating vegetables for good health but also on how vegetables are raised for an
exciting and profitable venture. The program also aims to increase vegetable
consumption and reduce prevalence of malnutrition among school-age children
Masinlocsupportsanti-smokingcampaign
By Joylyn Edrosolo
The Municipality of Masinloc
supports and encourages “The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 and
Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003” to
inform the community about bad effects of smoking.
Smoking is still one of the leading causes of death. This is why reducing the number of smokers continues to be one of the top priority
and advocacy of Municipal Mayor
Desiree S. Edora. They launched a
health awareness campaign to encourage smokers to quit.
The campaign aims to educate
the smokers about risk being done
by every single stick of cigarette.
They are trying their best to accomplish this through continuous dissemination, full implementation and
education. They provide poster-campaigns in every school and barangay
to warn the people about the danger
of the cigarette content.
Base from the study, 10 Filipinos die every hour because of smoking thus 240 Filipinos die every day
because of smoking.
RSPC qualifiers.....from p.1
Photo Journalism (Pagkuha ng Larawang
Pampahayagan) while the 28 campus journalists from group contests of Script Writing
and Radio Broadcasting and Collaborative
Publishing were trained in their respective schools within the winning district.
A half day slot was given in each category where the different School Paper
Advisers (SPAs) of the winning campus
journalists worked collaboratively in giving a variety of exercises of their expertise.
A total of 96 scribes both in
English and Filipino wrote for perfection
from
categories:
News
Writing (Pagsulat ng Balita), Editorial Writing (Pagsulat ng Editoryal),
Feature Writing (Pagsulat ng Lathalain),
Science News Writing (Pagsulat ng Balitang Agham), Sports Writing (Pagsulat
ng Balitang Isports), Editorial Cartooning (Pagguhit ng Kartung Editoryal) and
For five years now, the Cabangan National
High School Gulayan sa Paaralan led by Mrs.
Almira Canete, has been continuing with its shining
mission: promote the value of planting and eating
vegetables among students.
Awarded as third place for Provincial Best Gulayan sa Paaralan for Small/Urban Garden Category
for secondary level, the Cabangan Municipal Agriculture Office (CMAO) lauded the school on its initiative to promote the importance of green and leafy
vegetables not only for our health but for income
generation of the school as well.
Mrs. Nilda Gonzales, Municipal Agriculture Officer stressed that Gulayan sa Paaralan puts emphasis not only on eating vegetables for good health
but also on how vegetables are cultivated to raise
more income for Agriculture students.
It is noted that DepEd's Memorandum No. 101
encourages secondary schools to conduct simultaneous vegetable gardening activities to highlight the
food security dimension of the National Greening
Program.
With Mrs. Carolyn C. Bactad, School Principal,
at the helm, the school's 498 square meter garden
is planted with malunggay, kamote tops, alugbati,
upland kangkong, patani, batao, sitao, saluyot, papaya, eggplant, sili and many more. The project
likewise encourages the students to form local garden clubs, update the knowledge of teachers and
improve the school garden facilities.
This project through MAKAPALAD (leafy vegetables) also aims to create a system-wide plan to implement a nutrition and health program for students
, consisting of a complementary feeding program.
Only recently, the school garden received from
Department of Agriculture packets of vegetable
seeds and garden tools aside from organic fertilizers to enhance the growth of the vegetables and
promote organic vegetable gardening for a more
profitable venture.
The efforts of Madam Ming in improving the
school vegetable garden is highly commendable
because the lectures in crop growing is not only
confined to the classrooms; students themselves
actively take part in growing what they will eat. It is
this kind of activity that fosters curiosity and genuine
engagement, which is exactly what we need to see
in the youth of today.
Let us join Madam Ming and her Agriculture Class
with this kind-heart purpose of promoting the importance
of planting and eating vegetables for better health.
1st Prov’l Education Summit
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“Collaborating with our Leaders,
Caring for our Learners.”
To examine the current status
of the Department of Education
(DepEd)-Zambales and to gather
information aiming towards quality
education, the very first Provincial
Education Summit in the division’s
history was held at Ramon
Magsaysay Technological University
Gymnasium Iba, Zambales last
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Dr. Isabelita M. Borres, DepEd
RO III Regional Director paved the
way by explaining the theme and goals
of the summit; Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles,
OIC-Schools Division Superintendent
reported the current status of the
Basic Education in Deped-Zambales;
Dr. Norma P. Esteban, OIC-Assistant
Schools Division Superintendent
discussed the programs and projects
obregado
of the Secondary Education and the
Alternative Learning System while
Madam Pamela R. Gatdula presented
the current Elementary Education
status.
The summit was divided into
three parts: first, the gallery walk
showing the educational status of
each division; next, the presentation
of the recent programs, projects and
accomplishments of each school and
lastly, giving of awards to the districts
and schools that won in various
competitions. (see page 6 for the
complete results)
DepEd officials, representatives
of the provincial and local government,
school heads, and representatives of
both elementary and secondary also
graced the event as a sign of their
support and commitment to DepEd’s
ultimate goal.
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Skills dev't featured in GSP Leadership Training
By Don Peter Bada
Practical life trainings were
imparted to senior scouts during the
Division Patrol Leaders Training for
Seniors at Bakasyunan Resort and
Conference Center in Iba, Oct. 4-6.
The Girl Scouts of the Philippines led by Mrs. Lilian Caasi, Education Program Specilialist and GSP
Division Coordinator featured an
outdoor-based alternative education
which provided early skills training in
the field of medicine, practical arts,
community service, ecological management and activities in the best
tradition of girl scouting.
The three-day training intensified emergency preparedness and
disaster management drills incorporated to be relevant and preparatory
to new realities of climate change.
The Philippine Red Cross also
taught basic life support and first
aid. The fundamentals of climate
change were tackled along with
skills demonstrations and lectures.
Top character traits of a campus leader were likewise valued
during the Leadership Training and
Team Building Activities. The training aimed to provide opportunities
for scout leaders to participate in
leadership training and improve
their academic and social development.
Students holding leadership or
executive positions in campus clubs,
student government and other organizations participated in both training
and team building activities.
Invited speakers presented
INTEGRATING VALUES THROUGH SCOUTING. Zambales Girl
Scouts are not only taught the basics of scouting but also the proper value formation and inter-personal development during the GSP
Leadership Training at Bahay Bakasyunan, Iba, Zambales.
activities that aimed to acquire tools
to motivate organization members
and reduce apathy, learn skills to
become more effective leaders,
DepEd-Zambales ensures child protection;
schools formB committee
to handle issue
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Challenged with a number of
issues, the Department of Education (DepEd)-Zambales propelled
the formation of Child Protection
Committee in every school in the
whole division to safeguard the
welfare of children from all forms of
violence and exploitation that may
be inflicted by adults, persons of
authority, and their fellow students.
This is pursuant to Section
10 of Department of Education
(DepEd) Order No. 40, S. 2013
otherwise known as “DepEd Child
Protection Policy 40,” which requires the establishment of Child
Protection Committee in all public
and private elementary and sec-
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ondary schools.
The committee is composed
of a chairperson, a co-chairperson,
and vice chairpersons.
Members of the committee include a representative of the teachers; a designated representative of
the General Parents-Teachers Association; a designated representative of the Supreme Pupil Government; and the barangay captain as
the representative of the local government unit.
The child protection committee
is tasked to draft a school child protection policy with a code of conduct
and a plan to ensure child protection
and safety which shall be reviewed
Zambales shines...from page 1
The Division of Zambales also
bagged 2nd place in the yell competition held before the contest
proper.
Following are the winners in the
individual and group contests:
Elementary Level – Filipino
Daniela Josefa Dizon 8th Place,
CRHW (Porac ES Botolan South)
SPA: Lea Dela Cruz
Jayvee Joseph Manaloto 8th
Place, Sports Writing -(Subic Central
School) SPA: Jar-Ar Tesoro
John Loyd Duave 9th Place, Photojournalism (Botolan NCS) SPA: Jayson Nalicat
Mark Benedict Magot 10th Place,
News Writing (Loob Bunga Elem
School) SPA: Ruth Vergara
Elementary – English
Margoh Dela Paz 8th Place, Editorial Cartooning (San Marcelino ES)
SPA: Michelle Ann Beltran
Adrian Clark delos Santos 9th
Place, Science News Writing (Sta. Cruz
ES) SPA: Luisa Corpuz
Joselle Ann Agustin 10th Place,
Sports Writing (Palauig Central School)
SPA: Maureen Ambuyoc
Secondary- Filipino
Jay Mark Menor 4th Place, Sports
Writing, (Lipay High School) SPA: Berlyn Raquel
Kristine Aisha Aceveda 4th Place,
Science News Writing (Gov. Manuel D.
Barretto NHS) SPA: Elizabeth Silvano
Rizza Mae Calleja 5th Place,
CRHW (JFK SPED) SPA: Jimmy S.
Catiquista, Jr.
Daisy May Bernal 5th Place, Feature Writing (JFK SPED) SPA: Jimmy
S. Catiquista, Jr.
Ginalyn De Guzman 6th Place,
Science News Writing (Subic Nat`l HS)
SPA: Divine Grace D. Esteban
Radio Script Writing and Broad-
every three years. It will also initiate
information dissemination programs
and organize activities for the protection of children from abuse, violence,
exploitation, discrimination and bullying or peer abuse.
The committee will also develop and implement a school-based
referral and monitoring system;
establish a system for identifying
students who may be suffering from
significant harm based on any physical, emotional or behavioural signs.
It is also tasked to ensure that
the children’s right to be heard are
respected and upheld in all matters
and procedures affecting their welfare, among others
casting – Filipino
5th Place Over-All (JFK SPED)
SPA: Jimmy S. Catiquista, Jr.
6th Place, Technical Application
7th Place, Script Writing
Johne Cavinta, Andrea Tomada,
Rosalyn Mae Saper, John Ricky Asuncion, Luiel Prado, Erika Marie Libranda,
Nicko Matta
Collaborative Publishing
8th Place, Saint James School
Group Contest - Elementary
The Starlight – (Subic Central School) 5th Place, News Page;
3rd Place Best Editorial Page;
9th Place Best Sports Page;
13th Place Layout and Design
The President – (Pres. Ramon
Magsaysay
Elementary
School) 7th Place, Feature Page;
6th Place, Sports Page
The Breakthrough- (JFK-SPED)
8th Place, Sports Page
The Fisher- 5th Place, Science
and Technology Page
discover individual personal leadership styles, develop personal
vision, and examine strategies for
team building and collaboration.
Ang Panday- (Calapandayan
Elem. School) 14th Place, Editorial
Page
Ang Mangangalap- (Matain Elem.
School) 13th Place, Editorial Page
Ang Tibalyaw- (Ilwas Elem.
Echool ) 3rd Place, Sports Page; 6th
Place, Science and Technology Page;
12th Place, Best News Page
Ang Sinagtala- (Subic Central
School) 10th Place Best News Page.
Group Contest - Secondary
The Chromite- (Zambales National High School) 4th Place, Sports Page;
10th Place, Layout and Design
The Bridge- (Cabangan National
High School) 7th Place, Sports Page
The Focus- 8th Place, Feature
Page
Ang Monitor- 3rd Place (Mena
Memorial High School) Best Feature
Page
Ang Sulo - 3rd Place (Candelaria
School of Fisheries) Feature Page
Gintong Pamana- (Sta. Cruz
National High School)10th Place Best
Sports Page,
Ang Kamanyang - (Cabangan
National High School) 11th Place Best
Sports Page
Ang Pluma- (Sta. Cruz Academy)
11th Place Best News Page
Ang Agos- (JesMag Sta. Cruz
High School)13th Place Best Feature
Page
Ang Haraya- (JFK-SPED) 13th
Place, News Page; 15th Place, Sports
Page
Ang Malaya- 14th Place, Feature Page
Ang Baluti- 14th Place, Science
and Technology Page
Ang Kislap- (Don Marcelo Marty
High School) 14th Place, Editorial
Page
With the theme “Campus Journalism and Transformational Leadership”, the RSPC aimed to sustain
advocacy on social consciousness
and to promote responsible journalism and ethical use of media.
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NEWS 5
Zambales brings Christmas joy to Tacloban
Thousands of Yolanda victims had
cheers last Christmas as the division of
Zambales shared with them monetary and
in kind assistance.
The DepEd Zambales launched a relief drive as each district collected voluntary
monetary assistance, canned goods, rice,
noodles and used clothes to help survivors
of the recent super typhoon that rummaged
Eastern Visayas recently.
Cash donations from the different
schools reached to more or less P252,
158.75 and was deposited at the account
of the DepEd Central Office. The goods
were brought personally by Dr. Isabelita M.
Borres, RO III Regional Director, along with
three other superintendents which include
Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles. Dr. Merlina P. Cruz,
Assistant to the Schools Division Superin-
By Maria Consuelo Ebilane-Damaso
tendent, Mrs. Ailyn C. Eay, Division ALS Coordinator, and Mrs. Pamela Reyes-Gatdula,
District Supervisor were among the DepEd
officials from Zambales who visited the typhoon victims in Tacloban.
Retired supervisors Mr. Artemio E. Llagas and Mr. Angel Domil, also gave cash
donation for the purchase of lipsticks for the
teachers who are also victims of typhoon.
In the Nov. 21 issue of The Philippine Daily
Inquirer, lipstick was featured and believed
to be an important item in the relief package
for survivors. According to DepEd Secretary
Bro. Armin Luistro, it is for schoolteachers
for whom the simple act of wearing lipstick
is a way of reassuring their traumatized pupils that things are starting to return to normal. Luistro added that having makeshift
classroom is a way of telling children that
HELPING HANDS. Pupils of Pres. Ramon F. Magsaysay Elementary School
in Castillejos, Zambales
entrust their in-kind donations to Philippine
National Red Cross - Zambales Chapter for distribution to typhoon victims.
DepEd-Zambales marks education fete
By Garry Achacoso
Some 4,000 teaching and non-teaching personnel in the Division of Zambales
converged at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center to celebrate the
culmination of Education week, Dec. 20.
Pursuant to Division Memorandum No. 143, s.2013, the celebration recognized the role of education in empowering the youth to be productive citizens and
responsive to the needs of times.
Anchored on the theme “ K-12 Basic Education Program: Engaging Stakeholders and Communities Forward”, the program was highlighted by recognizing
the outstanding accomplishments of teachers and school administrators in the
field of action research both in elementary and secondary level.
Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles and Regional Director
Dr. Isabelita M. Borres graced the said occasion and delivered inspiring messages.
Aside from the awarding of the winners to the Division Research Congress, the
Unified Education Week was filled with entertaining dance numbers prepared by the
teachers from the four zones of the province as they vied for the Search for Best
Presentation/Performance where Zone 3 emerged champion. Cash prizes, grocery
items and appliances were also awarded to the lucky winners of the raffle draws.
the school is still here, that their teacher is
still there and she even has lipstick on.
Typhoon Haiyan, or Yolanda, has devastated the Philippines, with thousands
killed and millions left without the most basic necessities.
Relief organizations have swung into
action, with Department of Education, humanitarian and military officials from around
the globe bringing supplies and helping with
recovery and rebuilding efforts.
Meanwhile, the division had also collected P50, 809.55 monetary donations for
the victims of earthquake in Bohol.
Educ Week Celebration
extols Research Congress
awardees
By Benedick N. Damaso
DepEd Zambales lauded the winners of
the 1st Research Congress during the culmination of Unified Education Day Celebration at
Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center,
Subic Bay Freeport Zone (SBMA), Olongapo
City last December 20.
The presentation of the researches was
held last December 11 for the elementary and
12th for the secondary at Zambales Teachers’ Training Center (ZTTC), Iba, Zambales, in
line with the Division Memorandum No. 133 s.
2013.
Among the winners in Elementary-Teacher’s Category were Anabelle Talao-Urbano, 1st
place from San Narciso Central ES (with the
research title ‘Effectiveness of ICT Integration
and Utilization of Interactive Board as an Innovative Strategy in Teaching Science’); Lovelyn M. Abay, 2nd place from San Guillermo
ES (Developing Beginning Reading Skills of
Grade 1 Pupils Through Phonemic Awareness
Activities); Dianne May B. Fusilero, 3rd place
from Ilwas ES, School-Based Science Programs to the Enhancement of Scientific Skills
and Values of Pupils and Teachers.
Meanwhile, for Elementay-School Head
Category, the winners were Emily D. Mayor,
1st place, San Narciso ES (A Study on the Effects of Project I CARE on Pupils Academic
Performance in Science III, IV, V and VI; Liza
L. Badillo, 2nd place, Manggahan ES-Annex
Improving the Performance of the GradeVI
Pupils in the National Achievement Test (NAT;
and Isagani C. Canonizado, 3rd place, San
Rafael ES, Implication of the Supervisory Style
of School Administrator to the Teaching Performance of Teachers in San Rafael ES, San
Felipe, Zambales.
Manolito B. Basilio of San Miguel NHS
clinched 1st place under Secondary-Reacher
Category with the research on Improving
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6 NEWS
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EDUCATION SUMMIT 2013 AWARDEES
School-Based Management (SBM) plays a significant role in the proper implementation of programs in a school and at the same
time it places significant decision-making power from the State and district offices to schools. An alternative approach to improve the
education system, it lets principals, teachers, students, and parents decide on education-related issues like concerns on budget, personnel, and the curriculum. School-Based Management (SBM) provides opportunity to competent school leaders in the schools to make
decisions, boosts the morale of teachers and encourages leadership at all levels, allows participation of the entire school community
in making key decisions, has a wider pool of ideas in designing education programs, and focuses resources to the goals and needs of
each school.
Here is the roster of the schools in the division both in elementary and secondary with different levels of maturity in SBM Level
of Practice.
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DepEd RO3 recognizes outstanding Private Schools
St. Michael School
of Sta. Cruz (SMSSC)
topped the Zambales private schools du-ring the
awarding ceremonies of
Regional Outstanding Private Schools held at Hotel
Apartelle, San Fernando,
Pampanga, Dec. 23.
By Don Peter Bada
SMSSC swept awards in
Pre Elementary, Elementary and
Secondary levels. It was recognized for its outstanding implementation of various curricular
programs of the Department of
Education in Region III.
Other awardees in PreElementary Level are Smartkids
Educ Week Celebration extols...from page 6
Students’ Written Composition
Through Repeating Strategy
while Eleonor D. Almazan of Subic
NHS with the research on Learning Styles – A Response for Better Students landed second.
For Secondary- School Head
Category, Maylene Minimo-Manuel of Josephine F. Khonghun
Sped Center copped 1st place
with the research on National
Awareness and Nationalism visà-vis Global Learning of the
Gifted and Talented Students of
Selected Special Education Centers in the Division of Zambales;
second placer was Josephine L.
Raguini from Buhawen National
High School with the research on
An Analysis on the Second Grad-
Montessori School, Lucio Abrigo
Ecumenical Learning School,
Children of Zion Montessori
School of Sta. Cruz, and Amado
Barrera Educational Learning
Center.
Children of Zion Montessori
School of Sta. Cruz was also cited in Elementary Level along with
Magsaysay Memorial College,
Living Hope Zambales, and Hope
Ecumenical Learning Center.
Paulinian Schools St. Vincent's Academy and Saint Augustine's School were also awarded
in Secondary Level together with
Smart Achievers Academy and
Luzon Technical Institute.
ing Unified Test Results in Science
of Grade 8 Students of Buhawen
NHS; and 3rd place was clinched
by Garry M. Achacoso of Paite-Balincaguing NHS with the research
on the Correlates of the Reading
Comprehension Level of PBNHS
Students and Their Performance in
English, Math and Science.
The congress aimed to en-
courage teachers and school
heads to conduct School-based
researches as their contribution
to the solution of classroom problems, recognize and acknowledge outstanding individuals in
the field of research and workforce and identify researches that
address Gender Related Concerns and Issues.
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Keep the fire burning
The different Regional Integrated Competitions (RIC) are over, and
the Division of Zambales has shone in most of the contests it joined in.
The Campus Journalism proves that the power of paper and pen
is a promising strategy for sustained, substantive improvement in the
building of the capacity of our campus journalists to function as young
media practitioners. The individual and group contests have again put
Zambales in the pedestal of excellence.
More so with other academic events where our student contestants
bagged awards.
The recent Central Luzon Athletic Association (CLRAA) Meet hosted
by Zambales also added volume to the medal collection of the province
as it landed fourth place compared to its 10th place last season. This
year’s regional sports event greatly proves that Zambales has become
a haven of multi-sports and recreation.
The Mathematics Quiz Show enjoins the students to cultivate and
nurture in them a collaborative culture through the development of high
performing teams for global competitiveness.
The Science-Fair likewise results to an individual and collaborative
teams focused on learning, collective inquiry into the best practices and
current reality.
Specialization in Technology and Livelihood Education has extensively
developed excellent sub-professional students in many fields. TLE has
contributed immensely to job creation and innovation. The positive effects
are evident through the lives of many aspiring student-entrepreneurs.
These contests provide students with actual learning experiences
in a variety of school settings and are indispensable components of our
educational society. These also pave the way in assessing our effectiveness
in facilitating the school programs of Department of Education.
However, majority of our students in our own school should have at
least a portion of those intelligence and skills. Equal time must also be
given to our budding scientist and mathematicians, writers, and culinary
artists among others.
We wish all the students the best as they pursue a rewarding learning
experience and get maximum benefits from their experiential classroom
learning activities.
Let us continue assessing our effectiveness on the basis of results
rather than intentions. The officials in the hierarchical organizational
structure of DepED are empowered and their job- embedded roles and
responsibilities are defined to nurture teachers and students in every
level of the organization. May those in the higher ups continue with their
good deeds and motives.
As we create a viable partnership, we hope to forge a nurturing
and mentoring process in the development of effective teachers and
competitive students.
Through the DepEd’s commitment and pursuit of academic
leadership and excellence, the hearts and minds of students are truly
confident to find a special place in their chosen endeavor.
As we continue to commend the Education Program Supervisors,
school heads, teacher-coaches and contestants in pursuing a rewarding
learning experience, we must also keep the fire burning and embrace the
passion for academic excellence.
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EDITORIAL BOARD
Editor-in-Chief
: Don Peter Bada
Asst. Editors-in-Chief: Manolito Basilio
Garry Achacoso
Associate Editor : Zaldy Millanes
Managing Editor : Maria Consuelo Damaso
Section Editors
News Section
: Divine Grace Esteban
Joanne Roxanne Robregado
Ritz Catacutan
Neddie Duplon
Florabel Fababier
Juvy Juguilon
Neddie Duplon
Gina Casiano
Support the DepEd Journalism
Intensive Training Program
The call of Assistant School’s Division
Superintendent Dr. Merlina P. Cruz to support the
Division’s perrenial quest for gold in Campus Journalism drew very positive reactions from Division
School Heads particularly School Paper Advisers
and Campus Journalists.
During the Intensive Training Program for
Regional Schools Press Conference 2013 (RSPC)
qualifiers, she emphasized that teacher-coaches
and school heads should work together to totally
Don Peter Bada
achieve and maintain the Division’s standing as regional over-all champion in the individual and group
contest, both in elementary and secondary level.
The Division of Zambales has been adjudged as the regional over-all champion
both in English and Filipino for the last four years, and the Division Office wants to
keep the golden flame burning.
As Zambales continues to ignite the fire, Dr. Cruz said DepEd Zambales should
give SPAs particularly CJs the support they need to reach full success. This call is
in response to the division’s collective action to hold the track record for many years.
With this, the division has also re-intensified its full implementation of the
Journalism Intensive Training Program for SPAs to enthrone the skills, talents and
abilities to budding writers.
The Office of the Schools Division Superintendent has even improved its training schemes in order to Zambales’ maintain its performances particularly in English
and Filipino.
The DepEd Zambales Journalism Intensive Training Program, a paradigm
shift in Campus Journalism, is a positive action that identifies the challenges and
perspective of uplifting the performance of Zambales not only in Region 3 but in the
whole country as well . This educational movement is a passion for exellence, and an
educational effort to provide our studen-writers the way for a better campus journalism.
The division cannot do it alone without the support of all concerned.
To achieve this, we must accept our responsibilities not only as SPAs and CJs
and role models but also as a mature and resposible generation concerned with the
develpoment and well-being of our young future media practioners.
We must ensure equal opportunities for them so that the young journalists can
face up to the challenges ahead their way.
We must participate in helping our division retain its aspirations. We shall
continue to create this distinctly in our hearts, even as we left them shine brighter in
our midst: the light of wisdom that leads them towards the fulfillment of our dreams
as Journalism supreme.
Let us support the DepEd-Zambales Journalism Intensive Prog-ram not only
for our school, division and region but also for the whole nation as well.
Paradigm Shift
Feature Section
: Berlyn Raquel
Maria Asuncion Ziganay
Michelle Anne Beltran
Alicia Abadilla
Dreena Evalle
Edna Misola
Sports Section
: Rosanna Damaso
Louie Castillo
Connie Diñoso
Carmen Datugan
Science
&Technology
Section
: Bernard Madriaga
Bella May Perez
Esper Samera
Marinette Bautista
Joylyn Edrosolo
Cartoonists
: Zorayda Paglingayen
Liezel Cruz
Claire Jaramilla
Daisy Aberas
Rose Mas
Lay-out Artist
: Benedick Damaso
Consultants
: Dr. Merlina P. Cruz
Education Program Supervisor
: Mrs. Lilian C. Caasi
Education Program Supervisor
Chief Consultant
: Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles
OIC-Schools Division Superintendent
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An Open Invitation
Be the instrument of truth and learning!
The re-publishing of DepEd Zambales Journal is a thought-provoking means of communication. The idea is through the initiative of the
new set of officers of Division Elementary and Secondary School Paper
Advisers through the guidance of Dr. Merlina Cruz, Education Supervisor
I – English, and Mrs. Lilian C. Caasi, Education Supervisor I – Filipino.
Zaldy Millanes
The DepEd Zambales Journal serves as the Official Paper of Department
of Education, Division of Zambales.
Journal writing is a creative outlet for us teachers to express ourselves. It is up to us to be
creative in using journal prompts that have the ability to spark the inspiration needed to our coeducators. According to the Grolier International Dictionary, journal is defined as a personal record of
experiences and reflections. Writing in a journal can be an enriching experience for us teachers.
I personally invite you to share your stories, reflections, thoughts, opinions, views, best experiences in teaching that could inspire us, and be the eyewitness of truth by writing news, opinion, feature,
science news, and sports news articles. Make use of this journal as a means of good communication
among us teachers. Good luck and may our good Lord guide and inspire us all. Thank you.
iNSiGHTS
Getting Parents Involved
Alone, we can do so little.
Together, we can do so much.
-Heller Keller
The school is only as strong
as its people. The school’s sustainable improvement depends
on its stakeholders’ participation
to various programs, projects
and activities. Parents are one
of these empowered people who
are contributory factors to effect
positive changes in the school.
However, getting the parents involved in school activities
is a big challenge to school administrators. I, for one, have been
looking for better approaches and
strategies on maximizing parental involvement for the continuous
improvement of the school since I
was designated Officer in charge
of Paite-Balincaguing National
High School. For four months, I
have been trying to solicit support
from them for the achievement of
improved learning outcomes and
for the successful implementation
of all planned activities. As a new
school administrator, I have been
blessed with parents who really
are properly motivated to help the
school in any form regardless of
their socio-economic status and
educational attainment.
Our school has won first
place in the Search for Gulayan
sa Paaralan in municipal level
and second place in the provincial level for large garden
category. This accomplishment
in
Schools
TALKINGPOINTS
Garry Achacoso
would not have been achieved
if not for the cooperation and
volunteerism of the teachers,
students and most especially
parents who have worked as
scheduled. Along with teachers
and students, parents have been
tapped to help in the plot preparation, seed germination, container
garden preparation, putting up
nursery, plowing the vacant lot,
organic fertilizer and pesticide
preparation. I have also seen
their arduous desire to offer help
when they involved themselves
in the repainting of the entire
seven-room building sponsored
by the Koreans. Some of them
have given their share –voluntary
donations for lunch and snacks of
those who have participated in
the repainting while others have
offered their labor. Seeing them
work as a team has inspired me
to do things even better for the
school.
Parents’ active participation to various events at present
is attributed to several factors:
clear communication, transparency, and visible presence.
Clear communication on school
policies and resources gives
the parents the opportunity to
think and talk about them leading them to create or devise
more effective interventions on
the identified problems of the
school. Moreover when parents
know that their chief concerns
are being addressed, they are
most open for constructive involvement. Likewise, a leader is
most respected and trusted if he
becomes transparent particularly
in financial matters. During the
meeting with the parents, comprehensive report on the utilization of school funds must be
made so that they would feel that
they are important and part of
the system. Parents should also
be involved in making decisions
on the prioritization of school
needs and concerns for budget
allocation. Most importantly, a
transformational leader should
always be visibly present in times
when parents are troubled, in
times when they don’t have the
know-how to help out.
Learning to productively
engage, communicate with and
work with these different groups
of parents can help create continuous development in the school.
To borrow the words of Helen
Keller, “Alone we can do so little,
together we can do so much.”
OPINION 9
Rise
up,
Every Juan
Breaking Through
Maria Consuelo Damaso
Despite the devastating ravage of Super typhoon Yolanda in
the Visayan region that swept over
a hundreds of lives and millions
worth of properties, hope still stands
out over the Philippine archipelago.
Helping hands extend around the
globe that greatly contribute to the
gradual recovery of the affected
areas.
Filipinos, even the foreigners from different countries are
continuously sending their help
to lighten the burdens and alleviate the victims’ present condition.
Rice, canned goods, used clothes
noodles and cash donations outpoured and being contributed. Even
the school children, high school and
college students have been volunteering in the repacking and distribution of the relief goods.
But then again, efforts and
help do not comprise solely on cash
donations and volunteerism but
also in prayers. Many sect groups
are also conducting church masses
and prayer vigils.
Amidst this depressing situation we are facing right now, the
world can clearly see that Filipinos
are strong individuals. Our spirits
are indomitable which no typhoon
or any catastrophe can shamble.
Despite the loss of loved ones and
becoming homeless, we remained
tough and continue oaring the
waves of life.
What happened to our fellowmen was a wakeup call for
everybody. The lesson learned
doesn’t only apply to those who
suffered but everyone who cares
to have a brighter future and a
better world to live in. It’s high
time for us to move, take the leap
in saving the only planet where
humankind thrives. Let us educate our children to prevent this
catastrophic incident to happen
again. Make them realize that
conserving, preserving and protecting the environment ensure a
brighter and safer tomorrow.
For the future of the Filipinos,
rise up every Juan.
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Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles
A Woman in Full Circle
By Don Peter Bada
(Photos by Charlie Carreon, with reports from Emelie Titular & Hilda Batuigas)
Circles have always been and will always play significant roles in
our society. They are monumental reflections of how far the country or
any society has gone. As this object is drawn, it rotates or revolves in
360 degrees to completion.
Likewise, circles speak of how we deal with ourselves, families,
friends, neighbors or co-workers. So much more with the way we look
at our mission, vision, goals and objectives.
Dr. Zenia Gazo Mostoles, Officer-In-Charge Schools Division Superintendent, Division of Zambales is a woman in full circle.
Here, we get to know more the person behind the radiating figure as we acknowledge the precious time she gave in sharing her
insights.
Ever since she was a little girl, Dr. Mostoles has been constantly reminded of simple three things: love for family, value
for education and care for the people.
These are the words she frequently heard from her parents every
time they send her to the doorway as she went to school every day.
And these are the same words that have paved the way in attaining
Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles
her significant experiences of what she is now. These virtues define
OIC, Schools Division Superintendent
her as a person.
Zeny, as she was fondly called, thought
Looking back at her roots in Midsayap, talents needed to complete my education.”
and felt that she wanted to become a teacher. North Cotabato, this woman of power dreamt
Her two sons and two daughters are the
“I think it was when I knew that I was not only to become a classroom teacher, but mirrors of her unwavering commitment to
surrounded by educators. My parents and her shooting star constellated to destine her uphold the family values.
siblings are also from the academe. I can to become a successful school and division
“I am also thankful of my children. They
say that teaching runs in the blood.”
administrator.
are my very special gift from the Lord, and
“The foundation of our formal education
A consistent honor student from what they become is my gift back to Him.
relies on teachers. There will be no doctors, elementary to high school, she studied The most beautiful things in the sky are the
engineers, teachers, architects, lawyers or harder in college.
stars, while the most beautiful things in life
even haberdasher without them. But more
“My parents never had much are their affection.” she shares.
than teaching grammar , equations or even inheritance for the rest of my siblings but the
“All of us would be nothing without
Science experiments within the walls of quality education,”
the invaluable direction of our family spetheir classrooms, their responsibilities exThis she said made her strive harder cially our parents. Their constant guidance
tend to nurturing their students into respect- in graduating Summa Cum Laude in
able and efficient individuals,” she stressed. Bachelor of Elementary Education
Dr. Mostoles started her teaching stint as at Columban College. This also
Teacher I in Olongapo City. For her unparal- inspired her to finish her
leled integrity and sincerity in her profession, Masters Degree until she
she also became Head Teacher and Educa- finally graduated Doction Supervisor in the same division until she tor of Education at the
was promoted as Assistant Schools Division same school.
Superintendent in Division of Bulacan. Prior
As a mother,
to being the OIC-SDS of DepED Zambales, Dr. Mostoles has
Madam Zeny also held the same position at always
shown
Division of Malolos City from 2009 to 2012. her unconditional
With her sterling and excellent performances, and unending
she passed the Career Executive Examina- love to her family.
tion with flying colors.
“I
love
Madam Zenia was awarded as Most my family so
Outstanding Educator and Most Outstand- much. I thank
ing School Principal in 2001 by Philippine the Lord eveAssociation of Schools Superintendent and ryday for giving
Central Luzon Association of Schools Su- me the chance to
perintendent respectively. In 2008, she also be formed at such
swept the Most Outstanding Principal Award remarkable family
given by Philippine Public Schools Teach- and for having been
ers Association. Having been given these able to be influenced
prestigious awards, Dr. Mostoles kept on by such a very wonderINNER CIRCLES. Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles is
improving her craft where the schools’ and ful father, mother, husband
a woman in full circle. She is a person who has
divisions’ activities bloomed to their fullest and children. For my parents, I
the power to create, nurture and transform
under her tutelage.
thank them for giving me the gifts and
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LIVE IN LOVE. Always value the precious people around you. Always love yourself. It is always in loving yourself that you can also love others. A
true loving heart emerges from paying attention to one’s own heart first. Dr. Mostoles with the DepEd Zambales Promotional Staff and Employees.
and demand for excellence help me realize kind word is like a perfume: if we spray it on her to lead her school as she continuously
my own dreams. Today observes not only others, a couple of drops will stay on us,” developed this platform of understanding
my triumph but theirs too. I wouldn’t be here she justifies.
her teachers better.
without them. I can guarantee that their sacWhen asked how she measures success,
It was in Olongapo City where Madam
rifices will be reaped in the fulfilment of my Madam Zenia told that the greatest success Zeny found meaning to serve, to care and
hopes for them.” she recounts.
in life is to stand up from failures.
to be involved. It was in this field where she
Being the School Division Superintendent
According to her, in life, not all balls left a shining legacy of giving, loving and
of DepEd Zambales, Dr. Mostoles practices are good ones; only a seasoned batter can fighting for one’s conviction thus resolved
the top family and corporate values.
make a hit every time. The difficulties and to define and seek her own service to her
She points that as an educator, we struggles in human affairs are among the people.
should also be guided by constant virtues life’s challenges. Success also comes when
It is also in Division of Zambales where
such as benevolence and righteousness, you know how to value the precious people she continues to do the same. According to
wisdom, sincerity, gratitude and treasuring around you. To be able to give love is a her, while education is a key to success, it is
one’s blessing.
blessing; to be able to do away with worries also a priceless possession that cannot be
“Always behave with courtesy and respect is wisdom.
taken away by anybody from anyone. The
towards others. Think first of what is good
What are her two most priceless thread of our good education and public serfor the people. To help others succeed is possessions?
vice, she said, can contribute to the weavto make yourself succeed too. Love is not
“I think, it is my good education and ing of the country’s best wings of success,
asking from others, but is giving of oneself. proper value formation. These are my two thus the success of one country certainly
Only those who respect themselves have most priceless possessions. Do not fear depends on its people.
the courage to humble themselves even of reaching a distant goal, but of failing to
For many years, Dr. Mostoles’ high promore.”
move forward. Persistence breaks through fessional ethics, keen interest, and skill in
“Be guided by knowledge and under- all difficulties and obstacles, like dripping teaching were recognized by many teachers
standing. With wisdom, one distinguishes the water that can wear away a stone. With from schools and divisions where she came
good from the bad; with humility, one creates confidence, perseverance and courage, from.
a happier life. If one is compassionate, one there is nothing in this world that you cannot
Drawing inspiration from her humble
will have no enemies; if one has wisdom, one accomplish.
beginnings as a plain to extraordinary classwill have no worries.”
Through the education of the whole per- room teacher, Madam Zenia’s life inspires
She also stresses that one must be son and the formation of needed profession- the Zambales teachers to a future of comsincere and truthful in everything he does.
als and through various corporate activities, mitment and excellence in the renaissance
“Sincerity in dealing with others and one can contribute to the development goals of the public service by giving a new cultural
virtue in serving people are the best way of the nation. A whole person follows the content to popular life, and by connecting
to manage people. A person’s heart is like teachings and example of Christ, devotes her sterling lifework with the aspirations of
a field; if no good seeds are sown, nothing his life to the service of others through the the Zambalenos.
good will grow. Giving and sharing are just promotion of justice, and serves especially
“My philosophy on commitment
like sowing the seeds; the seeds will bud those who are most in need of help.
to excellence and how to show it was
when nourished with a loving heart”.
Ability and specialization in human developed out of my many years as a class“Be contented with what you have. resources were also the stepping stones room
teacher. During that time I learned
Always appreciate, cherish and cultivate of Madam Zenia in achieving her position. much from realizing my own potential to
your blessings. A drop of kindness received Because of her undying and whole-hearted overcoming obstacles to dealing with the
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should be repaid with a flood of kindness. A public service to her people, it was easier for
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2013 Division Outstanding DepEd Personnel Awardees
By Liezl Cruz
“There is no hope of success for the person who does not have a central purpose, or definite goal at which to aim.”
In line with this, thirteen DepEd Personnel were being recognized during the awarding ceremonies in the celebration of
the National Teachers’ Month and the World Teachers’ Day held on October 8 at Subic Bay Convention Center, Olongapo City.
While most are dreaming of success, these winners really worked hard to achieve it! Kodus to all of you!
Dr. Helen Almario
Palauig District
Outstanding ALS Coordinator
Ashmer Divina Relopez
Subic District
Outstanding ALS Teacher
Mary Lyn M. Baugan
Sta. Cruz North District
Outstanding Head Teacher
Nieves Peralta
San Marcelino District
Outstanding Principal II
Diane Grace M. Molino
Outstanding Teacher I
Jonathan M. Anasco
Outstanding Teacher II
Maria Consuelo E. Damaso
Subic District
Outstanding SPED Teacher
(Gifted)
Marmila Fruto
(Hearing Impaired)
Julie L. Bundang
Iba District
(Autism)
Eva M. Rinchon
Outstanding Multi-grade Teacher
Clevelyn D. Deliquina
Outstanding Master Teacher II
Anabelle F. Alitin
Outstanding Receiving Teacher
Ramil N. Delos Reyes
Division Office
Outstanding Medical/Dental
Health Personnel
Dr. ZEnia G. Mostoles...From Page 11 tives of DepEd Zambales is deemed effec- that goal is the most important part“.
pressure that comes with success. Hard
work and dedication only got me so far.
Along my journey towards where I am now,
I developed a platform for success that
helped me to achieve every single goal I
set for myself.
I learned how to set proper goals for
myself and how to go about achieving those
goals time and time again. I learned how
to overcome obstacles. I learned how to
achieve my personal best while competing
under tremendous pressure. That I think is
the same goal DepEd is pursuing now – of
setting the goal and identifying the best
strategy to get there,” she says.
Adhering to Bridging Leadership program, Dr. Mostoles strongly believes that
setting a standard that would ladderize her
framework to achieve the academic objec-
tive.
“Zambales right now is moving onwards
and moving forward. Superintendents here
have come and gone and they did their part
very well. Likewise, teachers and schools
heads are also cooperative in our progressive vision and management style.
We will keep on with the vision and mission of DepEd Zambales as these will guide
us in our journey.
It is an issue of advocacy and will. Experience shows that everybody’s involvement and participation can make all the difference. It is high time for all of us to become
partners in this pursuit.”
Madam Zenia describes the road to
success a rough journey. “The commitment
to a goal is important but the commitment to
the sacrifices and work involved in reaching
“We, leaders are agents of change,
persons whose acts affect other people
more than other people’s acts affect them.
Leadership is defined not primarily in terms
of qualities they possess, but by the nature
of their impact on others,” she ended.
Truly, Dr. Mostoles’ exemplification of
the highest types of leadership and spirits
commences to be an inspiration, and as
such is a source of strength and confidence
to teachers and of course the students
everywhere in the province who are
sincerely concerned about the academic
development of DepEd Zambales.
All of these are epitomized by the
woman in full circle, by the person working on a 360 degrees perfection, and
by the figure glowing for shining DepEd
Zambales...Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles!
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“A school isn’t just an institution for it houses
the most brilliant masterpiece of God.”
Josephine F. Khonghun Special Education Center is geared towards producing best pupil-products. As an educational institution which is pupil-centered, the formation of character and development of innate talents
and intelligence were give much importance. The holistic development of the child is
deemed to be very necessary. In this lieu, the JFK SPED Center
designed an instruction to tap all the potentials of each child
and at the same time creating in time a person of good values,
thus, the birth of its Student Handbook and Pivotal Day or commonly known as Club Day.
The pilot implementation of the Student Handbook was realized for SY
2011-2012. This gave rise to a more consistent and efficient school system. It contains the rule of
conduct and discipline, guidelines on the selection of honours and giving of awards, membership
to school-based clubs and organizations, tardy slips, absence slips and tracking of discipline in
terms of academic and deportment areas. The Conforme Sheet is contained therein to ensure
the active participation of every pupil with the guidance of their parents.
Catering to learner’s different learning styles is also one of the special features of the
school. And to address needs of the Visual, Auditory and Kinaesthetic learners, classroom enhancement and
evaluation is being done regularly. Improvement of instructional materials, ICT equipment and teaching aids were also found to be very
effective. To date, 11 DLP (Daylight Projectors) were purchased amounting to more than P200, 000.00. Air conditioning units (2.5 HP) were also purchased amounting to P196, 000.00. Structuring, painting, tiling of classrooms and purchase of school furniture were also done. All of these endeavours
were done through donations and pledges of the parents.
Josephine
F. Khonghun SPED Center
A Hands-On, Minds-On and Hearts-On Institution
By Maria Consuelo Ebilane - Damaso
At JFK SPED Center, students and students
are trained to observe simplicity, austerity and
compassion at all times. One big leap in the history of the school was the institutionalization of
the School Outreach Program. Gift-giving, community cleaning, tree planting and other civic activities became part of the school’s system most
especially the kids’ lives.
In terms of instruction, JFK SPED uses multimedia and various kinds of instructional materials. It ensures that the holistic development of
the children is well-balanced. Aside from focusing on Mathematics, Science and English, a lot
of activities are being offered to the pupils to
address and enhance their Multiple Intelligences
for JFK SPED believes that these diverse learners
should be taught under the philosophy of Learning through Diversity. As a matter of fact, every
Friday afternoon, children no longer attend
academic classes but instead, they indulge themselves in crafts and activities they are inclined
to. During this Pivotal Day, or the Club Day, pupils and students are free to attend different
Multi Intelligence classes of their interests. This
includes Linguists Club, Karilagan Dance Club,
Hiyas Theater Arts, Voyagers Club (science club),
Mathematicians League, Rondalla, Taekwondo,
Violin, Choir, JFK Band and Kiddied Band for
elementary, Icon Club (for computer whiz kids),
Writers Guild (for journalism) and many more.
All of these undertakings are laboured with
love for Josephine F. Khonghun SPED Center
believes that if we invest in children, if we care
for them and nurture them, we will then have a
community and soon, a country of responsible,
caring and productive citizens.
At Josephine F. Khonghun Special Education
Center, we care…we nurture…we educate.
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14 FEATURE
Pastillas Delights
The
By Maria Consuelo Damaso
Had a hankering for something sweet?
This year’s Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) Meet vaunts Zambales’ native products. Food booths
and other products are everywhere offering the best of Zambales. One particular product is the milk tablet or most commonly
called "pastillas de leche". Athletes from different divisions were easily enticed with
this
sweet chewy candy and you could find them flocking the candy stalls devouring it.
Pastillas de Leche is a Spanish word and it literally translates
to tablet (pastillas) milk (leche) but we know it as candied milk. It’s
a milk dessert or milk candy traditionally made with carabao’s milk.
It’s sweet and chewy type which comes from different flavours such as
mango, cashew, jackfruit or just plain milk.
This unadulterated variant is cooked until the candy resembles short
crust dough. Then the milky candy is spread into a cookie sheet, cooled
then cut into slender rectangular strips and wrapped in white parchment
paper. One stick of this milky heaven will transport anyone to blissful quietness. This is because right away you will mentally ponder as to how long of a
sitting a pack of 12 sticks of Pastillas De Leche will last.
In my 12 years of existence in this barrio, there are still enormous splendored places in Buhawen that I haven't reached yet.
It was one morning (just after the three-day suspension of classes due to the typhoon Maring), my friends and I decided
to explore our barrio that we seem to neglect many years ago because we considered it so boring, no signal, no internet
aside from its distance from poblacion (27 km away).
The long winding trip by foot started of the splendid beauty of Tikes Falls. (snail found in the forest) also found
with trail of rocky roads but a luscious We dived into the bowl-shaped water in the place. To finally complete the
beauty of nature. We've seen how
with 15 feet deep just below the meal, ferns abundantly thrive is there
the leaves of the trees waving
dropping crystals of the falls. for a crunchy salad.
upon us that serve as live canoThis seldom visited place is
This is a real paradise. a beautiful
py where we felt comfort as we
one destination that every Bu- place which is free from destructive
walked under them. They're like
pollution, abundance of food and comshield of a warrior that
fort that proves
protect our skin from
its true meaning.
the skin-tiring rays of the
Time will stop as
sun.
you drop by on
By Edwin De Lara
The flying colours of the
his place. It's rebutterfly gliding in the air caressing
ally a different feeling.
the numerous endemic orchids
I will never refrain from exsoothes the eyes. Even the musicploring the different places in
like chirping of the birds relaxing
Buhawen. I will keep on my
the ears entertain us in our way. The
track to discover places that
crystal clear flowing water between
would make us proud. I will
rocks quench our thirst.
never stop in sharing my unWe're walking for about two
forgettable trips to you readers
long hours but seldom we felt
out there. I will dare you to join me
tiredness not only because we're
in my journey to some beautiful
sharing talks and funny stuffs but
places in Buhawen yet to discover.
simply because of the beautiful viBut just a reminder, as you plan
sions that came our way.
to travel in this place,you should not
As we were about to reach our final h a w e n o
forget bare essentials,fun-loving comdestination, we had crossed two beautiful should be proud of. Its virgin forest panions, camera to capture every
creeks with sparkling waters.
is also dazzled with exotic fruits and precious moments, and the love and
About an hour, finally we reached foods. There are plenty of fishes in respect for nature and wildlife to make
the Eden-like paradise of Buhawen.
the water, the so called udang (for- sure that the future generations will
The long journey we've been est grown shrimp) and gagang (also also be able to experience the bounty
through was washed away because a wild crab), and the edible liddangan and charm of nature at its best.
T
Eden-like Paradise of Buhawen
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s
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Best Practices
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CNHS pushes for organic farming
By Liberty D. Santos
Mother nature knows best.
With this environmental principle,
the Cabangan National High School
(CNHS) environmentalists promote
organic farming.
It all started when Mrs. Liberty
Santos and Miss Maricel De Vera,both
Science Teachers attended the Agham
sa Kalikasan Seminar held last May in
cooperation with Miriam College headed
by Katimpuyog Zambales, a Non Government Organization which focuses on
the preservation and conservation of the
environment in the province.
Pilot Project
The Grade-7 Einstein of Special
Science Class piloted the project to ensure that organic farming be applied not
only in the school backyard but in their
homes as well.
They attended the one-day seminar-workshop with Mr. Ronald Francisco,
Science Teacher of Camiing Elementary
School and a supporter of free farming
in Cabangan, about vermiculture or
the natural production of fertilizer from
vermiworm particularly the African Night
Crawler.
Mr. Francisco emphasized that
vermiculturing is a practical method of
producing natural or organic fertilizer
especially nowadays that the prices of
chemical fertilizers are so high aside from
the fact that this method is also one way
of protecting our environment.
Each student from the special Science Curriculum was assigned to bring
biodegradable waste materials everyday
for the food of their new pet..
What is Vermiculture?
Vermiculture is the newest trend
according to the environmentalists
About 2.350 years ago, Aristotle
has said, ”Earthworms are intestines of
the Earth.” Only in the twentieth century
has the truth in his statement been verified
and found correct. He was ahead of our
times by two and a half milenia. Darwin
was another one to state: “No other creature has contributed to building of Earth
foods wastes and enjoys the benefits of
high quality compost.
The earthworm is one of nature’s
pinnacle “soil scientist”. Earthworms are
as earthworms.”
Vermiculture is basically the science of breeding and raising earthworms.
It defines the thrilling potential for waste
reduction, fertilizer production, as well
as an assortment of possible uses for
the future.
Vermicomposting is the process of
producing organic fertilizer or the vermicompost from bio-degradable materials
with earthworms. Composting with worms
avoids the needless disposal of vegetative
liberated and cost effective farm relief. The
worms are accountable for the variety of
elements including turning common soil
into superior quality.
They breakdown organic matter
and when they eat, they live behind
casting that are an exceptionally type
of fertilizer.
Advantages
Vermiculture and Vermicomposting is one of most valuable ecological
endeavors we have engaged in as its
proper methodology.
Vermiculture is environment friendly since earthworms feed on anything that
is bio-degradable, Vermicomposting then
partially aids in the garbage disposal problems. No imported inputs required, worms
are now locally available and the materials
for feeding are abundant in the locality as
market wastes, grasses, used papers and
farm wastes. It is highly profitable, both the
worms and castings are saleable.
Vermicompost does not have
any adverse effect on soil, plant and
environment. It is improves water retention capacity of soil because of its high
organic matter content. It is also promotes
better root growth and nutrient absorption
and improves nutrient status of soil, both
macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients.
Precautions
Vermiculturist should also aware of
the several precautions and doing such
process to ensure that the project would
turn out successful and fruitful. From our
hands on experiences, Vermicompost pit
should be protected direct from sunlight so
that the vermi worm would survive. Direct
heat possibly causes the worms die.
Spray water on the pit as when required
to maintain moisture level because vermi
worms are found in it.
Thumbs up to Vermiculture
Vermiculture is a substantial way
of reducing wastes, producing fertilizers
and maintaining the balance of ecological
environment. It can produce high quality
fertilizer which is better compared to other
commercial fertilizer, making it an environment friendly technology.
Vermiculture also increase crop
yield and lessen dependence on chemical
fertilizer, thus mitigating climate change.
Taking worms out of their natural environment and placing them in the vermi beds
creates a human responsibility.
They are living creatures with their
own unique needs, so it is important to
create and maintain a healthy habitat for
them to do their work. If you supply the
right ingredients and care, your worms
will supply you with abundant vermicasts
which will make your soil fertile.
6 schools receive
Knowledge Channel package
ByMarinette E. Bautista
The Knowledge Channel
Foundation,
Inc. (KCFI) through the AES Philippines gave
a Knowledge Channel (KCh) package which includes a laptop with KCh programs and a 32”
LED Sony Bravia TV to five schools in Masinloc
districts and one school in Candelaria district last
October 24.
The beneficiaries of the KCh are Masinloc
South Central School, Taltal Elementary School,
Felipe E. Estella Elementary School, Bani Elementary School, Bani Relocation Elementary
School and Lauis Elementary School.
Before the said package was given, training
was conducted by the KCFI to the ICT teachers
of the recipient schools. The ICT teachers were
trained on how to maximize the use of K Channel
The beneficiaries of the Knowledge Chan- in the classroom.
nel with their sponsor headed by Engr. JohnK Channel has 432 lesson episodes that
ny Tanis, AES Philippines Plant Manager can be used as instructional tools in teaching the
different learning areas. Some of the K Channel
programs are Sine’skwela for Science, Epol Apple and Karen’s World for English, Mathtinik for
Mathematics, Alikabuk for Filipino, and Pamana
and Bayani for Araling Panlipunan.
Rina Lopez-Bautista, President and Executive Director of the KCFI said that K Channel is intent on helping revolutionalize Philippine education. She also said that K Channel is
finding more ways to make television and video
programs accessible to teachers and to equip
teachers with the skills on how to use educational media and technology to become better
educators.
Bro. Armin Luistro, Deped Secretary, believes that the strong partnership of Deped with
the Knowledge Channel will produce more creative educational programming to help ease Deped
into its alignment with K to 12 curriculum.
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When Cellphones are in Use?
By Bella May A. Perez
Pupils are discouraged to use cellphones in school by their teachers. The reason behind this is because the pupil’s attentions are not focused on the discussion but rather their minds are in gadgets. They find
using cellphones is more interesting than reviewing their past lessons
and be ready for the next recitation. They are crazy about cellphones
because cellphones are the fad. They could’t resist owning this gadget
because they believe they are accepted in their own social circle.
Cellphones and other gadgets help us in our work, like communication, educational applications, saving data, and things used in case
of emergency. Parents buy their children cellphones for easier, faster
communication. But it also affects the behavior of people, sometimes
making them lazy.
Discouraging pupils from bringing cellphones and other gadgets
to school is not the solution, rather teaching them how to use these
things correctly. Teachers can have programs to demonstrate proper
use of these gadgets for learning, teaching them the importance of multimedia in learning.
Health Officer warns on the negative
impacts of overexposure of electronic
devices, gadgets to studes
By Don Peter Bada
Mrs. Francisca C. Sebastian, games for a long period of time, they
Cabangan National High School are tends to be more aggressive, and
Health Officer, warned students on the they are more prone to confront their
negative impacts of overexposure of elderly and teachers. This may not be
electronic devices and gadgets during a good sign, and may let the children
the Weekly Health Forum Nov. 5.
easily involved in fighting and verbally
Mrs. Sebastian said these ad- scolding with peers.” Sebastian said.
vantages may not be obvious or obThe School Nurse also added
served in short period of times. How- the addiction of games may also
ever there are some bad impacts on make them get used to the sedentary
the too much usage of the electronic lifestyles, and develop unhealthy lifedevices and gadget games.
style and poor time management and
According to the survey con- poor eating habits.
ducted among CNHS students, it
“If children spend too much time
showed that they are spending an av- on the devices, this may affect their
erage of more than 5 hours per day on studies and school achievements thus
the electronic device which includes also affect their concentration and fotelevision, electronic games, internet cus in their school works. It is imporand some mobile devices. These data tant to students to spend some time
also show that, they are easily used for academic and outdoor activity with
up more than 35 hours weekly, which family and friends.” she ended.
means the time consume is more
than working hours
of an adult.
The
survey
also revealed that
more that 50% of
CNHS students are
engaged in Social
media and electronic
gaming activities on
weekends and even
after school hours.
“When
the
children play violent
Impact of Internet Surfing on the Academic Performance of Second Year
Students of San Guillermo National High School
This study was conducted to determine the impact of Internet surfing on the
academic performance of Second Year High
School students of San Guillermo National
High School, Division of Zambales during the
Academic Year 2012-2013.
Specifically, it seeks answers to the
following questions: 1. What is the profile of
the respondent in terms of; gender, family
income, daily allowance, average monthly
expenditures for Internet use, age when respondents first used the Internet; 2. What
are the practices of the respondents in the
internet surfing in terms of: place where Internet is accessed, gadgets use in surfing
the internet, most website visited, purpose of
using the internet, frequency of using the Internet, average time spent every time use the
Internet, reasons for participating in online social networks, favorite online games, learning
Areas usually used the Internet for research,
homework and project?; 3. What is the average grade of the students in first grading and
second grading period?; 4. How may the respondents perceived the impact of using the
internet to their academic performance?; 5.
Is there a significant correlation between the
academic performance of respondents and
By Rosanna Pagayoya – Damaso
the perceived impact of using the internet?;
6. What is the implication of Internet surfing
towards improved academic performance of
students?
The researcher employed the descriptive methods of research with the use of
survey-questionnaire, informal interview and
observation. The data gathered were treated
using descriptive statistics.
As to the profiles of Second Year High
School students; majority were male, with a
under average monthly family income and
daily allowance; most spent less an average
monthly expenditures for internet use; and age
first used the internet was 11. As to the Practices of the respondents in Internet surfing;
most accessed the Internet at Internet cafes
using desktop computers via Google search
for education and information purposes, two
or three times a week and spent one hour to
less than three hours for every use; a big portion participated in online surfing “to meet new
friends” and played their online games at Y8.
Com.; and majority used Internet for research/
homework of their Science, English and Araling Panlipunan subjects. The level of academic performance in terms of average grade in all
subjects of Second Year High School student
is interpreted as Approaching Proficiency
(AP). As to the perceived impact of the internet surfing on the academic performance of
students, the respondents “agree” that Internet
is indeed undeniably important because it allows them to access more information easily
and quickly on their homework, research and
projects. The perceived impact of Internet surfing has a high positive correlation with their
academic performance. Students who are
exposed to Internet surfing perform better in
terms of their academic performance. As to
the implication of the internet Surfing towards
improved academic performance of the students; findings implied that young boys are
more attracted to gadgets than girls in which
parental control is still a very important because some online games involved violence;
majority were late users but allot significant
amount of their baon or savings to Internet
use for educational and social activity; more
time for gaming may mean less time for other
activities like studying; Science and English
were popular subjects where internet is used
for research, homework and project purposes.
The online format makes it better option than
print because online is visual and interactive.
Since respondents were late users
of internet, parents should work closely together to encourage their children to use Internet for educational purpose. Philippines
should adopt a Universal Internet Access
Policy consistent with the goal of providing
easy and affordable Internet connection
at home and school with the use of filtering or blocking software for Internet sites
that contain unwanted content for children.
Since the level of academic performance is
slightly low, teachers are encouraged to use
the Internet as an additional learning tool;
teachers should be provided with professional development opportunities to help
them model effective use of the Internet as
a tool for students’ learning, including integrating Internet learning with regular classroom learning. Schools should encourage
blogging among students since it enhances
creativity and writing skills. Students are encouraged to surf the Internet for homework
and researched purposes.
The Educational leaders and policy
makers should come up with more “innovative” approaches in mobilizing resources for
investing in computer acquisition and internet
connections. A similar study should be conducted to validate the findings.
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Ebdane to Zambales Athletes
BE THE BEST THAT YOU CAN BE
By Benjamin M. Paner
“It’s not about winning. It’s how you played the game.”
Thus said Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr. to the delegates during the
kick-off of the 2013 Provincial Meet held at Zambales Sports Center, October 23.
“Even if you already have reached the finish line, still run another mile,” Ebdane said as he encouraged the athletes to go beyond what is expected of them
to be able to give their best performance in the game.
He also challenged them to dig into their potentials and conquer their limitations while pressing the Department of Education (Deped) Zambales to house
the said athletes in the newly- built dormitory.
More than 1500 athletes, coaches and officiating officials from different elementary and secondary schools in Zambales joined the said sports competition
with hopes of qualifying to the Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association Meet
in December .
The first day of the provincial games started with a parade of the athletic
delegations from different clusters followed by the opening program at the main
grandstand.
Also present in the opening are Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Zenia
G. Mostoles, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent-designate Madam Pamela
Gatdula, Physical Education and School Sports Supervisor Mr. Arturo M. Edora
event proved that Zambales
will never be last when it
comes to sky sports.
After the CLRAA 2012
meet and the SCUAA 2012,
the capabilities of the province
of Zambales for sports started
blossoming and will continue
to grow better especially now
that the 2014 CLRAA meet
will be hosted by Zambales
province. This proves that
Zambales did a successful job
with the hosting of the 2012
CLRAA . We can expect new
and more fun sports events
that will be held inside ZamFun-Tas-Trek was also joined bales. And after that we can
by many people who explored then say “Sports, it’s more fun
the natural beauty of the Mt. in Zambales.”
Tapulao. Boxing, fun run, cycling challenge
and
triathlon
will never be
lost when it
is about land
sports. Even the
governor himself attended the
fun run. It was
also held during
the Sports Festival.
The beautiful and peaceful
horizon found in
Zambales also
became a way
for sky sports.
A “Skydiving”
event was also
a part of the festival. The said
“Sports, it’s
more fun in
Zambales.”
soars to the
The province of Zambales is known for its rich soil
and luscious ocean. The main
source of income is farming
and fishing. How can these
natural resources be turned
into a tourist attraction?
“There is no perfect time
to open the gateways of Zambales to local and foreign tourists than now. Zambales has
more to offer. From the sweetest mango to the many beautiful beaches and natural wonders, it can also be a hub for
water and land sports activities.” Governor Hermogenes
E. Ebdane Jr. stated during the
Sports Festival held November last year. Many new and
fun activities were conducted
at this said festival. May it be
land, water or even at the sky,
the sports activities were nonstop.
Participants of the skim
boarding were thrilled with
the waves and tides of the San
Antonio shores. While the
participants of the kayak marathon, bancathon and dragon
next level
boat festival can’t get enough
of the competition. Swimmers
also gave their best with their
own swimming style. People
can’t really help but to have
fun!
If there are sports in the
water, land sports have their
own thrilling and death defying activities! “Zambales offroad challenge was there, conquering the ups and downs of
the rough roads in Zambales.
Every obstacle was bravely
handled by the contestants. The
said competition showed the
courage and determination of
the participants to overcome
any obstacle waiting for them,
definitely reflecting the traits of
a true Zambaleño. Along with
it “4 x 4 Road Trail expeditions” were also held. People
get to experience the mountainous landscape of Zambales.
Related to this, “Mt. Tapulao
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Zambales to host CLRAA 2014
By Don Peter Bada
After its successful hosting of the Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association in 2012 and the Batang Pinoy Luzon Leg in
October, the Province of Zambales has again made a remarkable sports history when it hosted CLRAA 2013 at Zambales Sports
Complex, Dec. 8-13.
which were purposely built in the 70s for
Athletes from 20 school divithe CLRAA competition.
sions vied in 18 sports disciplines for
With this, additional facilities
elementary and secondary divisions
would also involve the improvement of
with the winners advancing to the Pala water system and repair of other faciliarong Pambansa 2014 this summer in
ties. Gov. Ebdane has already finished
Laguna.
the fencing of the track oval last year
The race for the right to represent
while the sports dormitory is now ready
Region III in Palaro fired off as the Dito accommodate athletes and sports ofvision of Zambales hurdled from tenth
ficials.
place in Tarlac City last year to fourth
Scholarship and DepEd Support
place this year. The Province of BulaGov. Ebdane has also allocated
can bagged the the over-all champion
athletic scholarshipto deserving Zamcrown while the Provinces of Bataan
and Pampanga swept second and third State-of-the-Art Sports Dormitory. The Five-storey sports dormi- baleños who excel in a particular sports
tory is now ready to accommodate some athletes and sports officials dur- field and are trained to represent the
places respectively.
the week-long Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) province in national and international
DepEd evaluation team consid- ing
2013. Zambales Governor Jun Ebdane has also fast tracked the repair of
sports events.
ered the province’s preparedness of other sports facilities for this year’s regional event.
Earlier, Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles,
it’s sports complex, playing venues and
CESO V and Officer-In-Charge,
billeting areas. Regional Director Dr. not only as a tourist destination but also as pine sport.
Isabelita M. Borres has announced that a sports tourism destination since we have
The provincial government’s drive Schools Division Superintendent exCLRAA will be held again in Zambales the best venues for multitude of events in enhancing the area of sports dares to pressed her warm welcome to the hostin 2014. She said that Zambales has here in Zambales.” Zambales Governor venture into fields never before explored. ing of said event. She said CLRAA 2013
the best and complete sports facilities Hermogenes E. Ebdane, Jr. said.
Aside from traditionally-played ones like will promote Zambales as a sport capital
The Zambales provincial govern- basketball and other ballgames intended not only in Region 3 but the rest of the
needed for the regional sports events.
ment has set out on a P-100M project to for the youth, the governor’s valiant initia- country. . “This will not only boost our
Performance Improvement
Report showed an improvement improve the Zambales Sports Center and tives in sports development continues to athlete’s capabilities, but will likewise enof Zambales Athletes in CLRAA. Zam- have the facilities ready for hosting games surge interest among sports aficionados hance the province’s tourism industry,”
she noted.
bales jumped from sixteenth place to in next year’s edition of the CLRAA Meet, especially tourists.
In 2009, Zambales froze the
tenth place based on its perfomance in and the Palarong Pambansa in 2016.
Facilities Repair
The project came about as the ad2012 and 2013 respectively. This year, it
The project, which was contracted hosting of CLRRA due to severe damministration of Gov. Jun Ebdane ushered out recently, involved the renovation of age in infrastructure caused by typhoon,
posted a stunning place as fourth.
in a newfound interest in athletics thus various sports facilities at the Zambales Ondoy. It also hosted the regional event
Cradle of Philippine Sport
“We want Zambales to be known making the province a cradle of Philip- National High School (ZNHS) grounds, in 1998.
Baguio steals Batang Pinoy
Luzon leg crown
By Mark Victor Pasagoy, Sun Star
BAGUIO City outscored erstwhile leader
Quezon City to win the over-all crown of the
Batang Pinoy 2013 Luzon leg in Iba, Zambales.
Trailing by just four gold medals in the last
day of the competitions, the summer capital athletes seized the lead with a deluge of gold medals, eight in arnis, four in judo, and two in muay
thai to retake the lead and be the victors of the
yearly sport competitions.
City sports coordinator Gaudencio Gonzales said he never doubted that Baguio will still
take the overall rank.
"Kahit sa simula pa lang ng Batang Pinoy
malakas na ang pakiramdam ko na tayo ulit ang
mananalo this year," said Gonzales.
"Although may mga sport advantages ang
ibang LGU’s, karamihan ng mga athletes natin
talagang kayang makipag-sabayan rin sa kanila," Gonzales added.
Baguio City tallied a total of 47 gold, 49 silvers, and 37 bronze, while Quezon City fell short
with 44 gold, 28 silvers, and 35 bronze.
Pangasinan, who dominated in the athletics, ranked only to the third spot with 25 gold, 25
silver, and 29 bronze. Laguna took the number
four spot with 16-20-31, while Manila in fifth with
only 16-7-6.
Quezon City dominated the swimming
events herding 25 gold to hit the load of their
numbers, while Pangasinan and Laguna who
showed a lot of promise during the first days of
the event fell short of the expectations.
Baguio City will be eyeing a rare grand
slam when the Batang Pinoy National games
takes place November in Bacolod City.
Gonzales said this is a statement that Baguio coaches and athletes from are really good in
terms of sports development.
“Minsan kulang lang tayo sa recognition
lalo na kapag dating sa sports, pero ang mahalaga dito we are not disheartened lalo na etong
mga young athletes natin na palaging nagbibigay
sa city ng karangalan,” Gonzales pronounced.
“Sa ngayon ang susunod naman ulit na
target natin eh yung sa nationals kasi kasama
na ang mga galing sa Visayas at sa Mindanao
doon,” said Gonzales.
Meanwhile the Philippine Olympic and
Sports Commission declared the change of
venue for the national championships from Zamboanga City to transfer to Bacolod City on November 19-23, due to the earlier armed conflict.
Rising Stars of Zambales
shine at Palarong Pambansa
There are still reasons for the athletes of the province Zambales to rejoice.
The main factor is Donnalyn Capistrano who competed in the shot put Elementary division for girls by virtue
and passion and won the coveted gold medal in the Palarong Pambansa.
Capistrano may not have broken the record but she
still have ways to go to reach her dreams.
The second reason is Nicklaus Nera, a Children with
Disabilty (CWD) athlete who shone in the 400m and the
200m special events as a 2nd placer in the running event
. He may have but fell short on both events and won the
silver medal in the 400m and bronze medal in the 200m
but he has a long way to go knowing that it was his first
time to participate in the National Games and also the first
time for Zambales division to send CWD athletes and have
an entry for the special events.
On the other hand in the baseball department Justine Canonizado’s team garnered the 2nd spot earning
him a silver medal in the elementary division of the said
sport.
The athletes of Zambales just keep on improving
year by year as DepEd Zambales tandems with the provincial government in providing them the best training and
best facilities available.
By next year, the athletes’ dormitory will already be
available and a scholarship program designed for Zambales
athletes will be implemented. These will help boost the performance of Zambales athletes and will make them more competitive not only in local but also in international sports arena.
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Cluster II Volleybelles top Prov’l Meet Zambs top throwers
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Cluster II girls’ players whoop it up after
winning in the Provincial Meet 2013 with 1825, 25-17 and 25-11 on Oct. 24 at Zambales
Sports Complex, Iba, Zambales.
Displaying superb teamwork and
steely resolve, Cluster II –Elementary Volleybelles Net Spikers outlasted the Cluster I
Net Spikers; 18-25, 25-17 and 25-11 to win
the Provincial Meet 2013 via- single game
sweep before the huge crowd of Zambaleños at Zambales Sports Complex in Iba,
Zambales.
Reina Lee Ibalida, Nicole Ann Dela Cruz,
Erma Joy Diesta, Grace Ednalaga, and their
team captain Rez Ann Ebalida put on a sterling
performance to sweep the tournament having
a straight win from the elimination round to
their championship game using the 5-1 technique, one of the scientific game plan, having
5 spikers and 1 setter in their game plan.
Coming from the different towns of Zone
II; Iba, Palauig and Botolan their coach Mrs.
Corazon Montilla of Iba Central School credited the team’s winning to her players courage
to wilt under intense pressure which was evident after losing the 1st set which forced the
Cluster II Net Spikers to do adjustments and
do flurry attacks to gain a head start in the 2nd
and especially in the 3rd set which gave them
a victorious game.
“Ang teamwork na nabuo sa amin ay hindi namin kinalimutan kahit na hindi namin nakuha ang unang set, kaya’t lalo naming pinaghusay ang laro hanggang sa manalo kami,“
said Erma Diesta, one of the girls’ spiker of
Cluster II.
The team is now doing their intensive
training in preparation for the forthcoming
Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association
(CLRAA) Meet on Dec. 9-13 at Iba, Zambales.
Zone I reigns...from page 20
of Sta. Cruz Academy and bantam Via Elena A.
Reyes of Pamibian Integrated School, Candelaria
District added two.
Zone III fighters stole two gold’s by players
light Syra G. Famuleras of Don Getullo F. Arindaeng High School and welter Charlotte Deane F.
Williams.
Zone IV settled one by fin Angel Joy Ibesa of
Ilwas High School in Subic District.
These 23 Zambales’ cream of the crop
taekwondo jins are now undergoing a monthlong intensive rigid training at Zambales National High School and Zambales Central School
in Iba, Zambales in preparation for the 2013
CLRAA Meet where Division of Zambales and
Local Government Unit (LGU) Province of Zambales be hosting on Dec. 8-13.
Lester Lou Movilla and fly Joshua M. Valdez while
first-timer CLRAA qualifier fin Aeron Joseph Mila
of Mena Memorial National High School (MMHS)
whipped gold for Zone I.
Zone IV settled 2 gold’s by 2012 CLRAA silver medalist of Smartkids Montessori, welter Mansuk E. Shin and Byron Madarang, light player of
Castillejos National High School (CNHS).
Zone I lady jins also ruled in taekwondo
secondary women’s division declaring Ariel Vicedo, the winning coach and chaperon, Madeline M.
Morana, both from Sta. Cruz South High School
(SCSHS).
Former CLRAA player, fly Charisse E. Viray
of Northern Zambales College, clutched Zone I
lady jins’ first gold while feather Cindy M. Mesia
to compete CLRAA
By Liezel L. Cruz
Top competitors in the field of javelin throw
eyed an extra strength that enables them to grab
the champion tilt during the Provincial Meet on
October 23-24 that qualifies them to compete
on the upcoming Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) Meet.
John Roeider S. Garcia, a fourth year high
school student of Coto High School (CHS), Masinloc, Zambales, garnered the farthest distance
throwing his best measuring 38.81 meters. Garcia is a first timer contender in the field of throws
after winning several sports competitions for the
past three years, a year in basketball and two as
ex-provincial player in baseball.
Rex dela Cruz, on the other hand, faced
though challenge to throw his best measuring
a distance 34.95 meters. Dela Cruz is a twelveyear old 6th grader pupil of Lupang Pangako
Elementary School.
June Ann M. Guing of Zone 2 is an asset secondary student of Botolan National High
School (BNHS) gathered 24.53 meters for her
best throw.
Another asset is Monica Aledo of Anthony
A. Guatlo Elementary School of the Paluig District. She is also a first timer in the field of throws
however reaching 22.31 meters for her best
throw enables her to declare champion.
These four top throwers are also eyeing to
win for the upcoming CLRAA to be held on December 8-13. For now, they are being housed
in Iba Athletic Bowl for their intensive training.
Zambales sports center ready
for
Palarong
Pambansa
2016
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The Zambales provincial government assured that the Zambales Sports Center will be ready for the 2016 Palarong Pambansa as it had made the bid to host the
2014 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) meet which will show
the latest improvements of the sports complex as it braces for the bigger sports
event.
The administration of Gov. Jun Ebdane ushered pushed to complete the athletes’ dormitory which will house at least 350 athletes and guests and plans to build
another infrastructure which will quarter more athletes. The first athletes dormitory
will be ready by the second week of September this year.
The interest to turn Zambales into a sports tourism destination has always
been the thrust of the provincial government Gov. Ebdane said and to realize this
goal, various sports competitions have already been regularly hosted by the province since 2011 along with the construction of gym facilities in each of the barangays in the whole province.
At the moment, the government is eyeing for the Palarong Pambansa and it is
exerting all its effort to make sure that the provincial sports facilities would not fall
short of the requirements for the biggest sporting event in the country.
For the long term plan, the Zambales Sports Center will not only serve as
venue for CLRAA and National games but it would also be developed to provide
training and housing facilities to local athletes who shall be enrolled at the ZNHS
under a planned sports scholarship program.
Zambales fourth in CLRAA 2013
Ebdane, Mostoles hail athletes
VICTORY MARCH. The Zambales delegates marched on for victory during
the opening program of 2013 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA)
at the Zambales Sports Complex Dec. 8. Zambales athletes have shone brighter by
landing fourth this year compared to their 10th place stint last year.
Sports
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Taekwondo Tournament
Zone I reigns Prov’l Meet
By Don Peter Bada
The Division of Zambales showed a kangaroo jump after it landed fourth
in the 2013 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) yesterday at
the Zambales Sports Complex Dec. 8-13.
Zambales swept a total of 224.5 points to highlight its impressive show.
It earned 132 points and 92.5 points for Elementary and secondary boys and
girls respectively.
Zambales has built its volume of points via athletics, baseball and volleyball where it competed for championship in elementary girls and secondary
boys.
Perrenial Winner
The Division of Bulacan reigned supreme after it defended the CLRAA
2013 Championship crown.
It ranked first both for boys and girls, elementary and secondary level. In
the final over-all results released by the Technical Records and Management
Committee (TRMC), Bulacan garnered a grand total of 540.33 points. It received 263.8 points and 276.5 points for elementary and secondary respectively.
The Division of Bataan landed at second place with 291. 75 points followed by Division of Pampanga with 267.5 points. Bataan earned 143. 3 points
for elementary and 148.4 for secondary while Pampanga snatched 114. 5
points and 153 points for elementary and secondary respectively.
The Division of Bataan also ranks second in elementary level while it
lands third in secondary level. Pampanga is fourth and second for its elementary and secondary level respectively.
Olongapo City and Malolos City placed fifth and sixth places with 161
points and 154.92 points respectively.
Bulacan has powered up mostly in athletics, swimming and gymnastics while
both Bataan and Pampanga ushered in most ball games, athletics and arnis.
Also included in the top ten are 7th place, Division of Nueva Ecija with
152.25 points; 8th place, Angeles City, 143. 57 points; 9th place, Tarlac Province, 140.39 points; and 10th place, City of San Jose Del Monte, 111 points.
It can be noted that among the five leading divisions, Zambales has
jumped from from tenth place in Tarlac City last year to fourth place this year.
Commendations
Meanwhile, Zambales Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr. and Schools
Division Superintendent, Dr. Zenia G. Mostoles hailed the athletes and coaches for topping this year’ CLRAA.
Ebdane thanked the contingent representing the province for clinching
big wins in different sport events. Ebdane said winning in this regional meet
again brought pride and honor to the province of Zambales.
Dr. Mostoles also commended the Zambales athletes and their trainers
for bringing honor to our beloved province. “I want to commend them for training very hard and excelling in the events they played,” Mostoles said.
Next Year’s hosting
Regional Director Dr. Isabelita M. Borres has announced that CLRAA
will be in Zambales in 2014. DepEd evaluation team considered the province’s
preparedness of it’s sports complex, playing venues and billeting areas. Dr.
Borres said Zambales has the best and complete sports facilities needed for
the regional sports events.
By Louie S. Castillo
Zone 1 kickers showed suprem- mentary School (DMES) and her very
acy in sparring to outclass their top op- own player 1 Ron Dave A. Tamayo.
ponents, Zone IV fighters, in the clash
Meanwhile Zone IV power kickof jins as they sweep 11 gold’s both in ers’ grabbed gold’s in categories 2,
elementary and secondary in recently 3, and 5 – Xyrus Justin Carl Castro
concluded Taekwondo Tourney during of Smartkids Montessori, Angelico
the 2013 Zambales Provincial Athletic Martin F. Magno of Precious Child
Meet held at the Capitol Ground, Iba, Montessori of Zambales (PCMZ) and
Zambales, Oct. 24.
Dan Jester Siapco of San Marcelino
The Zone IV jins, led by coach Elementary School (SMES).
Jay-L Cuarez of Smartkids MontesZone I fighters seized domisori, almost swept all their matches to nance after a resilient 4-2 triumph
finish with a 4-1 record in the elemen- over Zone IV kickers in taekwondo
tary girls’ division.
secondary men’s division.
Sheralyn E. Hombre, player
Powerhouse Sta. Cruz Acad1 of Ilwas Elementary School (IES), emy (SCA) taekwondo veterans’ segrabbed Zone IV first gold, two came cured gold’s for Zone I in taekwondo Zone II Sepak Takraw nails Prov’l Meet
from Sharille Ann G. De Leon and secondary boys led by 2012 Palarong gold medal
By Carmen D. Datugan
Tequila Jane G. Mason, player 3 & Pambansa silver medalist, feat/her
The
Zone
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a
Sepak
Takraw gold medal in the Provincial Meet
4, both from Smartkids Montessori in player Alfred M. Misa, 2012 Central 2013 held on Oct. 22-24 at Zambales
Sports Complex, Iba, Zambales.
Subic District and Zone IV player 5, Luzon Regional Athletic Association
A team of Gian Lloyd Ramos, Jan Rod Fernandez and Michael Joebert
Queen Monica T. Ducot of San Rafael (CLRAA) silver medalists – bantam Dior Lugo Estanislao easily trounced Zone I in the Sepak Takraw competition in
Zone I reigns see Page 14
Elementary School, San Marcelino
the Elementary during their championDistrict finished the last gold while
ship game with 21-15 and 21-18.
The team bagged a straight win and
Alyanna Rose Limos, Zone 1 player
twice to beat advantage with the standout
2, of Don Marcelo Elem School, Sta.
performance of their tekong Gian Lloyd
Cruz North District stole a gold.
Ramos who flaunt his best using both his
Zone I and IV clinched 3-3 in gold
left and right feet and his acrobatic skills
medal tally in the elementary boys’ division.
together with his sharp kills.
Annalyn R. Vicedo of Sta. Cruz
Zone II coach Rowena R. Flores
South Central Elementary School
credited the team’s victory to her play(SCSES) stole the winning coach
ers rigid training and teamwork.
over Jaypee Batingan of Smartkids
“Relax, focus and empty your
Montessori after leading the upper
mind” are Flores’ constant reminder to
her players.
categories led by Zone I player 6 John
Ramos, Fernandez, Estanislao
G. Cea of Felipe E. Estrella ElemenOUT. Ex-CLRAA silver medalist Zone I bantam Lester Lou Movilla of Sta Cruz together with the reserved players
tary School (FEEES), Dustin Daniel A. KICK
Academy outclassed his opponent as he exchanged great head-to-head combo kicks to Deanrick Torres and Andrei Dullas are
Medul, player 4, of Don Marcelo Ele- Francis Jaring of Zone IV. (photo by Louie S. Castillo)
now preparing for the CLRAA Meet.

Zambales shines at RSPC 2013 - Schools Division of Zambales

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