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The Stentor, Ruhat 3, Brgy. Mambugan, Antipolo City (2025)

10/09/2025

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 🎗️

September is Su***de Prevention Month, and it's the perfect time to remind each other that it's okay to not be okay and that you don't always have to be strong, you don't have to carry the heaviness alone and you're not weak for asking for help.

Mental health struggles can feel extremely heavy but behind those tough battles, everyone should be seen properly and receive support by those around them.

And if you are fighting these problems, just remember that you are loved, you are valued and you're worth alot more than you think you are. 💛💙

𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺 Mark Villaran
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘺 𝘰𝘧 Dafhnie Bernardo

08/09/2025

(𝗔𝗹𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁) 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘢'𝘢𝘮 𝘔𝘢𝘦 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘢

Teacher—respectable, educated, professional. How ironic that people see us as something that great, and yet, I could still feel small being a teacher. Have I romanticized teaching too much to the point that I justify the bare minimum of a treatment and recognition I receive, merely because this profession is considered noble?

People say that when it comes to love, you do not look for it as it will naturally come to you. Teaching was never my top choice but there were signs when I was a kid that I probably manifested so hard that lead me down this path. Teaching was never my top choice and yet, here I am, currently, a teacher. I’ve grown to love teaching, with all its perks and flaws. I must say it was nice to fall in love. But love is not enough. Maybe this is a “me” problem, because as perfect as it sounds, loving something is not enough for me to stay.

Right now, I find myself consumed by teaching and not in a good way. I realized that the longer I am here, the more it could take over my life. I was never a workaholic. However, on my free time or vacations, it seems like my body got used to working to the point that it became my body’s default. I am at the point where I find my personal life uninteresting, and that teaching has unknowingly became my hobby. It seems like teaching has become a part of my system and once I stop, my mind and body would probably stop functioning too.

Is this lovesickness?

Tell me this is not the early symptoms of being “married” to my job. If it is, please recommend a doctor or a therapist who would tell me I am not fit for this marriage. The lack of words of affirmation from this job is already a deal-breaker. That’s my love language, after all.

When you become a teacher, you are expected to recognize and praise students in class. How ironic, when teachers are not praise and appreciated enough except on Teachers’ Month. The lack of recognition is one thing, but the lack of support? The gaslighting? Those are enough reasons to let go.

It seems like we are always under the microscope—for them to find flaws so they could put the blame on us. Teachers hold the smallest position in this system but carry the heaviest responsibility. We are treated as pawns—something that they can use as a shield, can be discarded anytime, and hold accountable in this rotten system. Nothing is “more” noble than becoming a sacrificial lamb. From reading comprehension to mathematical skills, the sole responsible for the decline of education in the Philippines is none other than—teachers. As if we aren’t already doing enough. If this is the commitment that I get from the moment I took my oath, this is the time I should consider that this so-called marriage is a sham.

Teachers are too soft-hearted for this world. We could easily be swayed with promises that are too far to be true. Or maybe not. It’s not because we are not entitled for a better compensation, but we, just like any other Filipinos, are denied of such opportunities because of greed.

With all these reasons, the feeling of not being “enough” and the constant doubt whether this is really what I want is overpowering. There could be better opportunities out there, but why am I still here?

It’s for the kids.

They are the constant reminder that I have to stay. Despite the burnout and constant crying due to exhaustion, my heart — still filled with love and hope, yearns that someday, these kids will bring that change we’ve been hoping for.

Not being a hopeless romantic, but a teacher can dream. I could still hope for a future where I won’t have second thoughts about being committed to a profession I once dreamed of. The love is still there, but sometimes, when reality hits, the doubts will hold you back and keep you from pursuing a lifetime commitment.

Teacher—loving, enduring, and hopeful. Even though I am constantly reminded of how hard it is to be a teacher, I would choose to stay—for now. But the feeling of yearning and hoping for something better would still linger.

𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙡, 𝙄 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙢𝙮𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙜𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙬𝙖𝙮.

07/09/2025

⚠️ 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆: 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬
𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝗙𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘒𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘯̃𝘢

𝐈 𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬

Liliana, a college student, carries a burden she never asked for, hidden behind every laugh. Today is Su***de Prevention Month—and she is just trying to survive another day.

While scrolling through her phone, Radiohead's song Let Down appeared in her feed—a song about fragility and the yearning to grow wings. “𝘐 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘸 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦....” she whispers, then laughs. But her voice breaks, betraying the ache she has been holding all along.

𝐊𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐞𝐭

Victims are told to stay silent—that talking about su***de is taboo. Attempting it is already a crime, as if society was never the cause. Based on Philstar’s data, almost 2,000 su***de cases were recorded from January to June 2025.

Liliana stares at her beige ceiling, its edges lined with dust. Wondering. Doubting. Hoping. How many of them ever wondered why discussing what they were going through was considered immoral, while being treated unfairly was dismissed as “just how life goes”?

They grew wings, but chose to fall. They stayed in their chrysalis, not because they couldn’t fly—but because flying hurt more than dying. She cut off her thoughts. “𝘒𝘢𝘺𝘢 𝘮𝘰 '𝘵𝘰, 𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘸 𝘱𝘢.”

𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬

That night, she couldn’t sleep. She was drowning in thoughts, lost in sorrow. “𝘒𝘢𝘺𝘢 𝘬𝘰 𝘱𝘢 𝘣𝘢 '𝘵𝘰?” she whispered. Hesitating, yet certain. She didn’t want to suffer anymore—but was this the only way?

She planned, took the rope from the cabinet and the chair from downstairs. Every step she took, every breath she drew, felt like feathers plucked from her wings—feathers she wasn’t even sure she had. She tried to convince herself: you can’t miss what you never had—but sometimes, you long for what should have been yours.

She remembered a recent study: su***de is among the top three causes of death worldwide. “𝘈𝘺𝘰𝘬𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘮𝘢 𝘥𝘶𝘯,,” she said, collapsing to the floor.

Slowly, she stood and looked at herself in the full-length mirror by the chair. Messy. Chaotic. Suicidal. She didn’t want to stand anymore. But she still did.

𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠

Liliana stood in front of the full-length mirror, messy, chaotic, suicidal—but still standing. Her reflection was a tangle of despair and determination, a fragile reminder that she had not yet let go.

Suddenly, her phone rang. It was her family.

“𝘓𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘢, 𝘬𝘶𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢 𝘬𝘢 𝘯𝘢?” her mother’s voice asked, warm and concerned.

Her heart skipped. Words faltered on her lips. She swallowed, trying to mask the storm inside. “𝘖𝘬𝘢𝘺 𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘰, 𝘔𝘢,” she whispered, but the tremor in her voice betrayed her.

Talking. Even this small conversation was a lifeline. According to the World Health Organization, over 700,000 people die by su***de every year, making it one of the leading causes of death globally—yet reaching out, even in small ways, can make a life-changing difference.

Liliana listened as her family spoke—about their day, little jokes, reminders to eat, to rest. Each word, each care, tied to her wings, helping her remember she wasn’t alone. She realized that surviving wasn’t just about holding on for herself—it was about letting others hold on to her too.

She hung up, took a deep breath, and allowed herself to feel: messy, scared, yet still standing. And for the first time in a long while, her wings didn’t feel entirely plucked.

𝐈 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐰

Liliana opened her window to the night air. The breeze felt like a soft reminder that she was still here, still breathing, still choosing to continue.

She remembered the rope, the chair, the darkness that had nearly claimed her. But she also remembered the call—her family’s voices, warm and insistent, tethering her to life.

Slowly, she began to unpack the weight she had carried for so long. Each thought she faced, each tear she shed, became a feather she reclaimed. They weren’t perfect wings—not yet—but they were hers.

According to the Department of Health, mental health support and timely intervention can significantly reduce su***de risk, showing that even small steps—talking, listening, reaching out—can save lives.

Liliana reached out to her pocket, pulling her phone out. The song Let Down by Radiohead stumbled in her feed again. But this time it's different. “𝘐 𝘢𝘭𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘸 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦. 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘩𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘺𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘧𝘧."
This Su***de Prevention Month, her story reminds us that hope can grow even from the darkest moments. 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨. 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙛 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙣, 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙞𝙣.

𝙎𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙙. 𝙎𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙙. 𝙎𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙. 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙨𝙝𝙚 𝙠𝙣𝙚𝙬: 𝙨𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙡𝙚𝙬.

06/09/2025

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!

From 𝙎𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 5 to 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧 5, we celebrate the dedication, passion, and love of our beloved teachers. You are true heroes—constantly inspiring us to learn, grow, and reach our full potential.

We’re truly grateful to have you.
Thank you so much for your service!

𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺 Aliyah Simon
𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘮𝘢𝘵 𝘣𝘺 Dafhnie Bernardo

05/09/2025

𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗸𝗮 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁

As the celebration of Buwan ng Wika drew to a close, the Mambugeños were treated to a showcase of talent, culture, and artistry during the culminating and awarding ceremonies held at Mambugan National High School.

The program recognized the outstanding students who emerged victorious in various competitions such as 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘿𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝘽𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙩𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙣, 𝙋𝙖𝙜𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩 𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙬𝙞𝙩, 𝙖𝙩 𝙋𝙖𝙜-𝙖𝙬𝙞𝙩. The winners once again took the stage to perform their award-winning pieces, a spectacle that proved worthy of their hard-earned first-place titles.

Following the recognition of the student-participants, the spotlight turned to the teachers who took part in a singing contest. Their lively performances ignited the crowd with cheers and applause, proving that the celebration of culture and talent transcends generations.

School officials highlighted that while Buwan ng Wika 2025 has ended, the pursuit of preserving and enriching Filipino culture does not stop. Instead, it serves as another milestone in the community’s continuing commitment to excellence in the arts and heritage.

𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 Alliyah Joyce Launio
𝘛𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘣𝘺 Dafhnie Bernardo
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘺 𝘰𝘧 Dafhnie Bernardo, Inoe Amparado, Elleiah Khrine Ances, Margarette Gonzales

04/09/2025

𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗖 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗜𝗩: 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆

The Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Council (BADAC) serves as the frontline in the fight against drugs in the Philippines. It works on prevention, education, rehabilitation, and coordination with agencies like Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) and the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)

A recent seminar at Siruna Covered Court highlighted how drug use increases the risk of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Guest speakers Mr. Dominador Coronado and Mr. Josel B. Aguirre explained how shabu, ma*****na, and new drugs like Tuklaw harm both the body and the community. Tuklaw, often sold in e-cigarette cartridges for around ₱1,500, has been linked to paralysis, coma, hallucinations, and brain damage. The World Health Organization (WHO) is still taking its time in considering Tuklaw as an illegal drug, but probably due to its unverified effects, there's a high chance for it to be considered illegal.

Speakers also showed how drug use spreads HIV. Sharing syringes and risky sexual behavior are common among users. To fight this, the Department of Health (DOH) provides antiretroviral treatment while Antipolo City Anti-Drugs Abuse Council (ACADAC) runs prevention programs in the city.

The law is clear. Under R.A. 9165, selling drugs leads to life imprisonment and fines of up to ₱1,000,000. Possession or use also carries heavy penalties. For minors, diversion programs through the City Social Welfare and Development (CSWD) replace jail time.

BADAC also protects youth by enforcing curfews and running education campaigns. These efforts help young people avoid drugs and understand the risks of HIV.

The fight against drugs is not only about arrests. It is about health, prevention, and second chances. In every barangay, BADAC is where this fight begins.

𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 Inoe Amparado, Lara Jhem Jimenez
𝘛𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘣𝘺 Dafhnie Bernardo
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘺 𝘰𝘧 Dafhnie Bernardo, Caitlin Miranda

02/09/2025

𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪𝗟𝗘𝗗𝗚𝗘 𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗘

A symposium on rabies prevention and control, along with responsible pet ownership, was conducted at Mambugan National High School on September 2, 2025 by Dr. Angelica Martinez and her team of experts. She began by showing a video that demonstrated how rabies affects the human body once it enters. She then explained what rabies is, the do’s and don’ts, and most importantly—how to be a responsible pet owner.

Later, they conducted a fun activity with student volunteers: role-playing various situations, such as what to do, and what not to do, when a dog is chasing you. This made the seminar not only educational and informative but also engaging and enjoyable.

Caption by: Zoe Lilliana Inghoy
Photos courtesy of: Caitlin Miranda, Marianah Sallador

23/08/2025

[ #02] 𝗠𝗮𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗴𝗲𝗻‌𝗼𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

23/08/2025

𝗠𝗮𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗴𝗲𝗻‌𝗼𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

Students showcase their talents on stage with Original Pilipino Music (OPM) songs as a part of the Buwan ng Wika activities on August 22.

The event featured thrilling competitions in Interpretive Dance, Awiting OPM, and Likhang Awit, with passionate representatives from Grades 7 to 10.

The winner of the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 was awarded to Team Tanglawan from Grade 9.

Khloe Agnote, grade 8 student, secured a dominant victory with her powerful voice in 𝗔𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗣𝗠 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. "𝘐𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘬𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘢 𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘬𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦 𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘶𝘩𝘢𝘺 𝘬𝘰, 𝘥𝘢𝘩𝘪𝘭 𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘰 𝘬𝘰 𝘯𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘵𝘢 𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘥𝘢𝘮 𝘯𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘢𝘺 𝘯𝘢 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘨𝘢 𝘗𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘰," Khloe said.

Finally, the winner of the 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘄𝗶𝘁 (𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴) competition were the Grade 10 representatives: Timothy Zerrudo and Skyler Zuleta. "𝘐𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘱 𝘬𝘰 𝘯𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘸𝘢 𝘯𝘨 𝘬𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘢 𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘵𝘢 𝘪𝘵𝘰, 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘢𝘯 𝘥𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘵𝘢 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘬𝘰 𝘴𝘢 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘬𝘢," Skyler said.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants of the Buwan ng Wika program!

Article by: Cryzth John Paras
Photos courtesy of: Dafhnie Bernardo, Elleiah Khrine Ances, Samiel Sampayan, Inoe Amparado

19/08/2025

𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞! 📝✨

After all the sleepless nights, endless notes, and countless recitations—your hard work and dedication will never betray you.

Remember, your scores doesn't define you, but they do reflect your effort—so do your best!

𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐤, 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐮𝐠𝐞ñ𝐨𝐬! 🙌 and don't forget to share 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐧-𝐛𝐞𝐰𝐛𝐞𝐰 🐰 !

16/08/2025

Mambugan NHS Marks Buwan ng Wika with Cultural Activities

Mambugan National High School joyfully celebrated Buwan ng Wika on August 15, 2025, with activities that highlighted the richness of Filipino culture and traditions.

The event featured Larong Pinoy, where students actively participated in traditional Filipino games, fostering camaraderie and appreciation for heritage play. Adding color to the celebration was the Filipino Costume Competition, where students showcased creative and vibrant outfits inspired by the diverse attire of the Philippines.

Caption by: Lara Jhem Jimenez
MoJo by: Aaliyah Kate Caderao

16/08/2025

𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠

Wrapped in layers of shimmering silk that seemed to hum with history—the eye-catching outfits of the contestants made the audience cheer proudly and loudly. The Filipiñiana outfit was full of pleasure during the competition of the annual 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗺𝗲 for the celebration of the Philippines' language month this August. Although the youth were nervous, the event went smoothly. It was a lively event that everyone enjoyed; aside from enjoying it, it shows preservation of the culture by the youth who are embracing and loving their own culture.

Each stitch, hue, pattern, and fabric used in the outfit was more than just an ornament or decoration on clothing—they represent the pieces of history that were worn by the young generation with confidence and elegance, showing that tradition still lives in this moment with every step they take and a love for the culture that defines the Filipino spirit.

The room echoed with applause and laughter until the very end, expressing a warm love for our tradition—the youth were not only wearing those fit for the contest, they were carrying a history forward. They ensure that our culture will not vanish into thin air, but keep it alive and kicking.

Article by: Juliana Furigay
Template by: Dafhnie Bernardo
Photos courtesy of: Dafhnie Bernardo, Margarette Gonzales, Timi Chariel Diwa, Candace Ignacio, Elleiah Khrine Ances, Zandra Alticen, Inoe Amparado

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