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13/02/2026

𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Golden West Colleges proudly announced the winners of the recently concluded Valentine’s Day celebration, highlighted by the much-awaited crowning of the King and Queen of Hearts 2026.

King of Hearts 2026- Gian Fernandez (STEM 11)
Queen of Hearts 2026- Althea Manaois (STEM 11)
1st Runner-Up - Ace Espinosa (HUMSS 11)
- Zyrelle Mamaril (STEM 12)
2nd Runner-Up- Lindsay Balmores (ABM 12)
- Lawrence Jay Capitle (STEM 11)

The school also recognizes and commends all candidates who participated in the King and Queen of Hearts 2026.
The participating candidates were:
• Trixie Radam- ABM 11
• Mark Allen Jaravata- ABM 11
• Juvy Ann Abuan- HUMSS 11
• Aira Mae Cadiz- STEM 11
• Clizel Anne Ramos- HUMSS 12

Congratulations to all the winners and candidates for making this year’s King and Queen of Hearts 2026 a memorable and meaningful part of Golden West Colleges’ Valentine’s Day celebration.

13/02/2026

𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Students at Golden West Colleges celebrated Valentine’s Day with vibrant decorations, interactive booths, and lively activities organized by the school’s Supreme Student Government officers.

The campus transformed into a colorful and welcoming space, highlighting not only romance but also friendship, unity, and school spirit. Among the most popular attractions was the Freedom Wall booth, where students shared heartfelt messages and greetings. A playful lollipop booth, offering broken or unbroken treats to symbolize one’s “heart status,” added humor and excitement to the celebration.

Fun-filled games such as “Aim Your Shot” and “Spin Your Luck” allowed students to test their skills and win prizes, filling the hallways with laughter and cheers. The photobooth became a favorite gathering spot, capturing moments of friendship and joy, while colorful, color-coded shirts added creativity and vibrancy to the event.

One of the major highlights of the event was the crowning of the King and Queen of Hearts 2026, recognizing students who embodied charm, confidence, and camaraderie.

More than a celebration of romance, the Valentine’s Day event at Golden West Colleges served as a reminder that love is also expressed through friendship, unity, and shared experiences within the school community.

Written by: Therese Marie Calzo & Clizel Ramos, Correspondents
Photos by: Bianca Mejia & Althea Manaois, Photojournalists

02/10/2025

23/09/2025

#𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 | 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐤

Please be informed that classes at all levels are suspended tomorrow, September 24, 2025, due to the inclement weather brought about by Super Typhoon “Nando.”

However, the Accounting Office and Registrar's Office will remain open for transactions.

Stay safe, Eagles! 🦅

📌 Source: City Executive Order No. 78, s. 2025

22/09/2025

𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎R𝐑𝐎𝐖📣

𝐄𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬! Here are the newly elected Supreme Student Government officers of Golden West Senior High School for the academic year 2025-2026.

These passionate leaders will be the voice, light, and guide to the success of our school year's journey with the guidance of our Supreme Student Government Advisers— Ms. Janine Apagar, Ms. Katrina Cave, Ms. Mary Jane Arguilla, and Ms. Arlyn Operia.

𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑎 𝑝𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟 — 𝑖𝑡'𝑠 𝑎 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒕 𝑡𝑜 𝑓𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑚𝑒𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛.

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.
Philippians 2:3-4

𝐒𝐎𝐀𝐑 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐋𝐄𝐒🦅




🖼️&✍🏻𝑀𝑠. 𝑀𝑜𝑛𝑖𝑐𝑎 𝐶𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑎
(𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑀𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑎 𝑂𝑓𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑒𝑟)

22/09/2025

𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: 𝐆𝐆𝐒𝐒 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐒𝐌 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲l𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐒𝐒𝐆 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐖𝐂 𝐀𝐕𝐑

In a spirited display of leadership and dedication, the two competing party lists vying for SSG positions at Golden West College’s Senior High School took center stage during the Final Campaign Rally held on September 19, 2025 at 8:00 am in the GWC AVR.

Each party presented their unique vision, courage, and commitment to student service. The program featured self-introductions, short entertaining performances, and a compelling Question-and-Answer segment that tested the candidates' readiness and depth of understanding regarding student issues.

A highlight of the program was the question-and-answer segment, which featured inquiries from students as well as esteemed teachers from the Senior High School faculty. This interactive portion gave candidates the opportunity to address important concerns and demonstrate their readiness to serve.

As part of the program, former SSG officers were awarded certificates of appreciation in recognition of their dedicated service to the student community. The event concluded with final messages from each party's presidential candidate, further inspiring their fellow students and reinforcing their passion for leadership.

With both party lists showing strong potential, the rally served as a powerful reminder of the importance of student voice and active participation in shaping the school community.

WRITERS| Zaijay Tolentino & Levi Gannaban
PHOTOS by: Althea Manaois

05/12/2024

𝑺𝑯𝑺 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝑰𝒕𝒔 𝑴𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕: 𝑾𝒊𝒏𝒔 2𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒖𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒓-𝑼𝒑 𝒊𝒏 𝑮𝑾𝑪 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒔 2024

The air is electric, the cheers are deafening, and the Senior High School team stands proud. Among nine fierce competitors, SHS rises to claim the 2nd runner-up spot in this year’s highly anticipated Golden West Colleges Intramurals.

From the first whistle to the final buzzer, SHS delivers a performance with heart-stopping plays, unbeatable teamwork, and relentless determination. Each game becomes a showcase of skill, strategy, and the passion that defines the SHS spirit.

The curtain has fallen on this year’s Golden West College Intramurals, but the Senior High School team’s outstanding performance echoes far beyond the event, leaving an inspiring legacy that will be remembered for years to come.

𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧
Single A Women: 1st runner-up
— Charmaine Aldana

Single B Women: Champion
— Clizel Ramos

Double Women: Champion
— Nissy Samelo and Jasmine Banlao

Mixed Category: 2nd runner-up
— Mark Denver Morena and Ezra Ochoada

Coach: Jaryl M. Capulong

𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓
Board 1: Champion
— Jamaica Ferrer

Board 2: Champion
— Elaine Nipal

Board 3: Champion
— Micalyn Dizon

Board 4: Champion
— Faith Valerie Rollo

Coach: Katrina N. Cave

𝐁𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐍 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓
Men Single A: 3rd Place
— Randeep Sokhal

Mens Double Player: Champion
— Wynnzel Gutierrez and Xerxes Kyron Rativo

Women Single A: 1st runner-up
— Lindsay Balmores

Women Single B: Champion
— Charm Arevalo

Women's Double: Champion
— Jemima Corpuz and Aicy Reyes

Coach: Loralie M. Occiano

𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐊 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐑𝐀𝐖 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓
Men Sepak Takraw: 2nd runner-up
— Wayne Campos
— Romano Ordizo
— Marven Ballares
— Chysler Klein Santos
— Mark Denver Morena
— Mark Danielle Tagarro

Coach: Socrotel B. Magtoto

Congratulations to all the winners, coaches, and participants of this year's Intramurals 2024.

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Written by: Jamaica Ferrer, Editor-in-chief
PHOTOS | Hazel Resnera, Photojournalist

05/12/2024

𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐮𝐳 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

The dynamic pairing of Jemima Corpuz and Aicy Reyes from Senior High delivered a show-stopping performance in the Girls' Doubles category.

Semi-finals: The duo easily dispatched Compassion’s Rupexxane Quijano and Angel Bauzon, winning 21-6, 21-10, and advancing to the championship round.

Championship Thriller: The final against Accessibility was a rollercoaster of emotions. After losing the first set 21-15, Corpuz and Reyes stormed back with a dominant 21-6 win in the second set. In a thrilling third set, they sealed the victory 21-7, clinching the championship and cementing their status as the tournament’s best doubles team.

Written by: Aerin Jay Avelino, News Correspondent
PHOTOS | Aicy Reyes
EDITOR | Allysa Sabiniano, News Editor

05/12/2024

𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬' 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐁

Charm Arevalo was in a class of her own in Girls' Singles B, dominating from start to finish.

Against Accessibility: Arevalo easily defeated Fredalyn Teliteli with a commanding 21-3, 21-4 scoreline, advancing smoothly to the next round.

Against Compassion: In the semifinals, Arevalo continued her dominant run, overpowering Francia with 21-2 and 21-5 victories.

Championship Glory: Arevalo faced Jurssey Mae Dejesa in a battle for the title. She was relentless, winning the first set 21-7 and clinching the championship with a 21-16 win in the second set, proving herself the undisputed champion of the event.

Written by: Aerin Jay Avelino, News Correspondent
PHOTOS: Maureen Paz, Mark Danielle Tagarro and Nissy Alhea Samelo (Journalists)
Janine Apagar (Blueprint Adviser)

05/12/2024

𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬' 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐀 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫-𝐔𝐩

Lindsay Balmores of Senior High proved herself a dominant force in the Girls' Singles A event, storming through the elimination round with a confident 21-14, 21-14 victory over Kieth Domondon of Accessibility. Her commanding performance earned her a well-deserved spot in the semi-finals.

In a nail-biting semi-final, Balmores faced Daniella Suñega of Compassion. After taking the first set 21-16, she battled through a tough second set, winning 21-17 to secure her place in the championship round.

The final was a thriller. Balmores faced off against Ashley Yanes of Transformation, who made a strong comeback after Balmores won the first set 21-16. Yanes seized the second set 21-19, and in the decisive third set, she sealed the win 21-16, claiming the championship while Balmores secured a hard-fought first runner-up finish.

Written by: Aerin Jay Avelino, News Correspondent
PHOTOS: Maureen Paz, Nissy Alhea Samelo and Danielle Tagarro

04/12/2024

𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐰 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

The Senior High Takraw Team displayed remarkable resilience and skill as they faced off against college teams in a thrilling competition. The intense battle between the two parties turned into a neck-and-neck contest, with both teams vying for victory in every set.

In their first match, the Senior High boys delivered a stellar performance, defeating Team INTEGRITY in a hard-fought competition. After losing the first set, the SHS boys bounced back to win the third set 15-12, securing a hard-earned victory. However, the momentum shifted in their second match against Team DILIGENCE, their next opponent. Despite a valiant effort, the Senior High boys were narrowly defeated, with the final score of 14-16 in the deciding set, dashing their hopes of advancing to the finals.

Meanwhile, the Senior High Takraw girls faced a tough challenge and, unfortunately, did not make it to the second round of the competition. In the end, the sepak takraw men landed as second runner up.

SEPAK TAKRAW BOYS: Wayne Campos, Mark Denver Morena, Marven Ballares, Mark Danielle Tagarro, Chysleir Klein and Romano Ordizo

SEPAK TAKRAW GIRLS: Allysa Sabiniano, Nicole Sabado, Julia Cassandra Aquino, Janaira Beron, and Elaine Nipal

Written by: Loida Adion, Sports Editor
PHOTOS: Mark Danielle Tagarro, Nicole Sabado, and Maureen Paz (Photojournalists)
Janine Apagar (Blueprint Adviser)

03/12/2024

𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒

In an outstanding display of teamwork and skill, the Senior High School Doubles Men’s Badminton Team emerged as the champions of the 2024 Intramurals, bringing home the coveted title with a dominant performance throughout the tournament.

The duo’s journey to the championship was marked by precise coordination, remarkable agility, and a strategic approach to every match. From the opening round, the Senior High team showcased their seamless partnership, combining powerful smashes with impeccable defensive play to overpower their opponents. Their quick reflexes, strong serves, and calculated net shots proved to be a winning formula as they advanced through each stage of the competition.

In the finals, the team faced their toughest challenge. However, their determination and resilience were evident as they fought through every rally, ultimately securing a well-earned victory. Their impressive performance not only clinched the title but also set a new standard for excellence in the Men’s Doubles category.
The victory serves as a proud moment for the Senior High School department, highlighting the exceptional talent and sportsmanship of its athletes.

IN PHOTOS: Wynzel Gutierrez and Xerxes Kyron Rativo
photo courtesy of Nissy Alhea Samelo, Managing editor