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06/11/2025

| 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹

The 4th Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) in the Philippines took place today, November 6, 2025, at 9:00 AM, across schools, government offices, and communities nationwide.

Antipolo City Senior High School (ACSHS) including Antipolo National High School (ANHS) and Sta. Cruz Elementary students participated in this event that took place at Olalia Road to prepared the learners plus teacher.

This quarterly drill is part of the government's ongoing efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and public awareness in the face of seismic threats.

Federal, state, and local emergency management experts and other official preparedness organizations recommended that "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" is the appropriate action to reduce injury and death during earthquakes.

Ma’am Jeneth D. Sobrevega Assistant Principal II shared her viewpoint about this activity drill.

“Specifically in senior high school, earthquake drills are truly important because, first of all, our school setting really lacks open spaces where students can go in case an earthquake occurs. That’s why it’s crucial for us to conduct these drills—we’ve worked on them so that when such a disaster happens, students will know exactly where to go, and hopefully, we can achieve zero casualties.” She said, expressing her perspective in this exercise.

“What we’re doing right now is a simultaneous earthquake drill across the entire country. It’s meant to prepare you for the possible impact of ‘The Big One,’ since we all know we’re near a fault line. The goal is to prevent mass casualties, so we’re already preparing you in advance in case that major earthquake happens.” Ma’am Grace Angeluz Z. Salvador Task Force Desk Officer said.

“This is a big help not only for students but also for teachers, because they’ll know where to lead you, and you’ll know exactly where to go.” She added.

Meanwhile, the DRRM assistant coordinator and security guard of Sta. Cruz elementary school Benjamin S. Reyes shared his personal experience in this drill.

“This was done for everyone’s awareness, so that all can learn in case a disaster strikes. It helps develop the students’ ability to respond when an earthquake occurs.” He added.

Likewise, the DRRM Coordinator of ACSHS Sir Hamlet Villaruz stated his own experience in this drill too.

“This is actually the first time we’ve had a real scenario where students—elementary, junior high, and senior high—were required to evacuate. Our designated area was Olalia Road, and the main purpose of this drill was to help us prepare. Hopefully, nothing serious will happen, but in case ‘The Big One’ does strike, this simulation gave us a clearer idea of what steps to take next.” He said.

“That’s why we’re now advising an orientation, and through student leaders like those involved today, we hope to form a structure that can support and guide the school community during emergencies.” He added.

Overall, this activity helps us to raise earthquake awareness and promote a culture of safety testing emergency response protocols in schools, offices, and communities.

| via Jericho Baluyut, The Viewpoint News

Courtesy Of: Eunhui Cho & Sean Bersamira

01/11/2025

To remember all those who said their goodbyes.. 🕯️

As we celebrate All Saints' Day, let us remember and reflect those moments we had with our loved ones, now looking after us in the afterlife. Let us reflect on the memories, shared moments, and the love they instilled, even when they are no longer walking with us.

Happy All Saint's Day to all!

Caption By: Chrissialyn Ojera
Layout By: Bob Marlee Caballegan

26/10/2025

| 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗼𝘀 𝗬𝘂𝗹𝗼 𝗩𝗮𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱

Filipino gymnast ace Carlos Yulo captured a gold medal after a flawless execution in the 53rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championship vault event at Indonesia Arena in Jakarta on Saturday.

The 25-year-old gymnast delivered a near-perfect performance, recording 15.200 on his first vault, followed by a 14.533 in the second with an average score of 14.866, sealing another historic moment for Philippine gymnastics.

After earning bronze in the men's floor exercise event, Yulo bounced back to capture gold in the World Gymnastics Championships.

Meanwhile, Artur Davtyan of Armenia tallied a score of 14.466 to take silver and Nazar Chepurnyi of Ukraine earned 14.366 for bronze, rounding out the podium.

The victory marks Yulo's triple gold haul of his career following his conquest of the floor exercise in 2019 and the vault in 2021.

With this win, Yulo not only cements his name in the history but also continues to inspire a new generation of Filipino athletes to dream big on the world stage.

| via Realyn Bayani, The Viewpoint News

Layout By: Althea Peterson

20/10/2025

| 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) debunked the social rumors that the three recent earthquakes signify the forthcoming of a strong calamity that will cause an impending disaster.

Starting with the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that rocked the coastal city of Bogo, located in the northern part of the Philippines’ Cebu Province, on September 30, 2025.

Followed by an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 and a depth of 23 kilometers that struck off La Union last Thursday morning, October 9, 2025, causing tremors felt in parts of northern Luzon

And the doublet earthquake that pummeled the coast of Davao Oriental with a magnitude of 7.4 at 9:43 am on Friday, October 10. Followed by a separate magnitude 6.8 earthquake hours later, at 7:12 pm.

Rumors and claims that the series of earthquakes are connected to one another and this signifies the forthcoming of a great disaster that will strike the country spread across social media.

PHIVOLCS Director Dr. Teresito Bacolcol claims otherwise. He stated that the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the southern Philippines on Friday morning has no connection with the recent strong earthquakes in Cebu and La Union.

“Wala po silang koneksyon, it’s just that we have 180 active fault segments and we also have 6 trenches and there’s this always a possibility na sabay-sabay yan gumalaw…hindi naman sabay-sabay na 180 lahat but there’s this possibility na 1 or 2 or more active faults would generate earthquakes,” Bacolcol explained.

According to Bacolcol, the quake experienced in Davao Oriental was generated by the Philippine Trench that moves vertically.

“Dito sa magnitude 7.4 that was generated by the Philippine trench, ang motion dito ay vertical, kaya nga delikado yung vertical motion especially kapag nasa dagat kasi it may produce tsunamis. Dito sa Bogo City, ang motion natin is horizontal, although along the fault may vertical displacements but generally is horizontal,” he said.

Bacolcol said that earthquakes occur every day, with at least 30 quakes recorded daily, and can happen anytime, anywhere.

“Earthquakes don’t operate on schedule…tapos na kami rito oh kayo naman, ibang lugar naman... so they are random events and they happen anytime, anywhere so that’s the reason why we have to prepare,” Bacolcol said.

The Philippines being part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region of intense seismic and volcanic activity, makes it one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world.

Despite the rumors proven to be false, one must note that there is no harm in being prepared with or without impending disaster.

| via Paul Darryl Samonte, The Viewpoint

Photo Courtesy of: Time Magazine

16/10/2025

Stay safe and informed ACSHSians!

Influenza-like Illness (ILI) can spread easily, but with the right precautions, it’s preventable.
Know the symptoms, take action early, and protect those around you.

•WHAT IS IT?
Influenza-like Illness (ILI) is an acute respiratory infection that is a combination of various diseases that results to infection in lungs, throat, and sense of smell.

•SYMPTOMS
Symptoms occur when an individual experiences fever not less than 38°C, having coughs within 10 days.

This includes:
• Headache
• Cold
• Sore throat
• Diarrhea
• Shivering
• Weakness
• Vomit

•HOW IS IT TRANSMITTED?
This may be transmitted via body liquids and contact with items belonging to an infected individual. The disease is more prominent to be transmitted when an individual who has this disease shows no no symptoms within three to four days.

•WHAT TO DO?
• Stay indoors.
• Stay away from individuals that are considered 'high risk' like senior citizens, pregnant women, and children 4 years below.
• Drink medicine prescribed by a doctor.
• Get proper rest.

•HOW TO AVOID?
• Wear facemask or protective equipment when going outside.
• Ensure that you and your family are vaccinated.
• Ensure proper air ventilation.
• Cover your mouth and nose when sneezing.
• Wash hands regularly.

| via Chrissialyn Ojera & Kyla Eslabon, The Viewpoint News

Source: Department of Health (DOH) & GMA News

13/10/2025

| 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀, 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗖𝗦𝗛𝗦

Antipolo City Senior High School conducted a Mental Health Seminar on October 13 at the school library which aimed to help students, teachers, and parents better understand and manage mental health experiences in the school community.

The seminar was made possible through the joint efforts of the HUMSS 1202 Technical Working Group, the Social Science Department, and the school administration. Their collaboration ensured that the program ran smoothly and fulfilled its goal of raising awareness and promoting resilience.

Leading the event was Dr. Phillip Ramir L. Punzalan, a registered psychometrician, guidance counselor, and licensed professional teacher. He underscored the growing need to address mental health in schools.

“Many people today are in need of mental health awareness, and this seminar aims to extend help by providing coping strategies and emotional support to both students and families,” Dr. Punzalan stated.

He further explained that the theme “Bridging Minds, Building Futures” reflects the vision of fostering empathy, resilience, and meaningful connection within the community, while addressing challenges such as anxiety, stress, and emotional pressures faced by many learners and educators.

Adding depth to the discussion, Mrs. Annalisa A. Magsanoc, a guidance counselor from Marcelino National High School, served as guest speaker. She shared professional insights on identifying and managing mental health concerns among students and teachers, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and open communication.

Dr. Punzalan also shared the school’s commitment to sustaining the initiative through follow-up sessions, counseling activities, and student-led programs that encourage open discussions and peer support.

The mental health awareness seminar highlighted the shared responsibility of nurturing emotional well-being. It inspired students, parents, and teachers to embrace empathy, support one another, and build a resilient school community together.

| via Janvin Salvador, The Viewpoint News

Photo Courtesy of: James Narral & Janvin Salvador

13/10/2025

| As per Mayor Jun Casimiro Ynares III, there will be no face-to-face classes in all levels, both public and private schools in Antipolo City, starting tomorrow, October 14 to October 17, 2025 (Tuesday to Friday).

The suspension is due to the rise of flu-like and other contagious illnesses, as reported by the Department of Health (DOH).

Schools are advised to shift to alternative learning modes such as modular, online, or hybrid classes during this period.

Stay safe while learning at home, ACSHSians!

07/10/2025

| 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗣 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

Antipolo City Senior High School (ACSHS) Grade 12 learners demonstrated their product under the entrepreneurship subject as part of their performance task through creative booths on the school's ground floor on October 8.

The activity involved students from different strands, which are Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM); Home Economics (HE); Automotive Service (AS); Information and Communication Technology (ICT); Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM); and Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS), who showcased a variety of innovative products, including foods, eco-friendly items, photo booths and handmade materials—which are sold to fellow students, teachers, and other school personnel.

According to Ma’am Ruby Balaoro, one of the entrepreneurship teachers, the activity gives students an opportunity to realize and understand the process of starting and managing a business.

“The students enjoyed the experience and discovered the importance of collaboration and teamwork. It’s not just about set and sell; it’s the entire process they went through that truly made an impact for the students,” Ma’am Balaoro stated.

Through this initiative, students not only learned how to generate income through innovations but also experienced the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship—the activity successfully enhanced their appreciation of business principles and prepared them to become resourceful in the future.

| via Althea Peterson, The Viewpoint News

Photo Courtesy of: Janvin Salvador

06/10/2025

| 𝗥𝗘𝗬𝗡𝗘 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺

“The first duty of love is to listen. Not all knowledge can be found in books—some of the greatest lessons come from our students’ lives.”- Sir Bert

Have you ever heard of a man with 200 kids? No, he’s not Zeus—but he does share one thing with the king of the gods: he still hasn’t memorized all their names. Meet Sir Reynebert “Bert” Vicente, a teacher who swears by patience and “baby steps” and whose classroom is full of stories, lessons, and quiet victories.

200 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙨, 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩
Sir Bert’s “200 children” aren’t his by blood but by heart. They’re the light that fills his classroom, the challengers of his patience, and the reason he learns new lessons every year.

He joined DepEd in December 2022 after years in Catholic schools, fully aware of the long hours, heavy workloads, and limited recognition teachers face. Yet he chooses to stay—not because it’s easy, but because it’s meaningful.

“I’d probably say I have at least 200 kids and I’m still trying to memorize their names after 10 months, hahaha! Kidding aside, I’d say I belong to a profession that is overworked yet underpaid,” he quips.

Beneath the humor is a truth: teaching demands endurance. And for Sir Bert, endurance is built one small, purposeful step at a time.

𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨
Sir Bert didn’t become a teacher overnight. He was shaped by his parents’ example and by mentors like his Grade 3 and 5 adviser, Ma’am Lourdes Recarro, who brought out the best in him.

He carries that same belief into his own teaching.

“I learned that not everything can be mastered right away. As a teacher, I need to journey with my students so that no one is left behind. When we hurry, we’re more likely to make mistakes. That’s why we must take things slowly but surely. And most of all, I learned how to listen.”

He isn’t all chalk and rules, either. He relaxes with Mobile Legends like many of his students—a gentle reminder that teachers also live beyond the lesson plan.

His motto sums up his philosophy:

“The first duty of love is to listen. Not all knowledge can be found in books—some of the greatest lessons come from our students’ lives.”

𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙁𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝, 𝙂𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙅𝙤𝙮
Sir Bert’s anchor is prayer.

“It might seem small, but it means everything to me. It keeps me grounded, reminding me that everything I have is nothing without Him.”

That faith began in childhood Bible study classes at age five with the Missionaries of Charity. Week after week, he learned patience, compassion, and listening—qualities he still strives to embody today.

Outside the classroom, he volunteers with the Ministry for Youth Affairs in the Diocese of Antipolo. It’s tiring work but deeply fulfilling—proof that the greatest joy comes from giving, not just receiving.

𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙜𝙜𝙡𝙚, 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙥𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝
If his life were a movie, it wouldn’t open with a thunderous fanfare. It would begin with the soft notes of the “World’s Smallest Violin”—a metaphor for the unseen struggles his students carry.

“Their worries may seem small from an adult’s perspective, but to them, these struggles are heavy and real. Even the smallest problems matter because they shape how young people grow and learn,” he says.

To him, teaching means playing that “small violin” alongside his students—acknowledging their struggles and helping them transform pain into strength.

Asked to title his own life, he doesn’t hesitate: Baby Steps.

“Each step may seem slow or simple, but they lead to growth, strength, and resilience. Progress isn’t about speed but about moving forward with courage and persistence.”

𝙀𝙭𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙚, 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙍𝙞𝙨𝙚
This Teacher’s Month, Sir Bert leaves students with a challenge:

“Socrates once said, ‘An unexamined life is not worth living.’ As students, this means you shouldn’t drift through life without reflecting on your choices and values. In a time when our country struggles with dishonesty and corruption, your role is to examine what is right, stand firm in honesty, and let your voices be heard—because true change begins with individuals who know themselves and choose what is just.”

And that’s the heart of Sir Bert’s story. It’s not about rushing to the finish line. It’s about patience, empathy, and courage—the quiet power of taking one baby step after another until you’ve gone farther than you ever imagined.

via Angelica Yuerika Alba, The Viewpoint News

05/10/2025

| DHYNAmite of Hope: From Storms to Rainbows

“From being a maid as a working student to becoming a professional teacher — lots of tears and sacrifices led me here.”
— Ma’am Dhyna Denolan

There’s a rainbow after the rain; that’s what they say. For the longest time, it was probably what Ma’am Dhyna Denolan held on to. Today, she greets her students with a smile as bright and steady as sunlight breaking through a storm. To them, she is the calm-voiced, nurturing English teacher they see every day. Few realize that behind that warmth lies a story of hardship, sacrifice, and grit; a journey that began with scrubbing floors as a working student and led to shaping young minds in the classroom.

A Child Who Dreamed of Healing Minds

Before the certificates, the recognition, and the medals, Dhyna dreamed of a different life. She once imagined herself as a psychologist, “someone who would peer into hearts and minds to help people untangle their worries.” She longed to understand the depths of the human mind, to “be there, to stay by their side until everything becomes okay.”

But life had other plans. Practicality nudged her toward teaching. As a working student facing financial storms, she chose a path that could anchor her future. “I had to be sensible and practical for my situation,” she recalls. “It wasn’t an easy choice, but it was a brave one.”

Lessons from a Broom and a Book

Dhyna’s path to the classroom was paved with sacrifice. Growing up without her parents forced her to be resilient at an early age. “Growing up without my parents is like biting a bullet. Lots of tears and sacrifices were experienced that ceaselessly led me to choose a career with paper and pen, so teaching captured my dreams in life.”

To support her studies, she worked as a maid — sweeping floors, carrying laundry, and scrubbing dishes. “From being a maid as a working student back then to becoming a professional teacher — lots of tears and sacrifices led me here,” she recalls.

Even when doubt crept in, she found strength in perseverance. “I doubted myself doing such tasks. For I know my capabilities and limitations, but still I dig deeper on whatever is entrusted to me. Turning that into my strength by acknowledging discouragement and considering those people who believe in my humble craft.”

Those heavy sacrifices became stepping stones, shaping her into the strong, humble, and unyielding teacher her students know today.

Finding Her Own Rainbow in the Classroom

Years later, with a teacher’s ID pinned to her chest and a piece of chalk clutched in her hand, Dhyna finally stepped into her first classroom. Her heart raced, not with fear but with anticipation. She didn’t see rows of desks; she saw rows of possibilities.

“Their pure hearts caught me; they made me realize the true essence of becoming a teacher,” she reflects. From that day forward, she never questioned her calling. Instead, she challenged herself to grow, to become an instrument of learning for her students.

Now, more than a decade later, she still holds the same belief. Just as she has reached her own rainbow, she wants to watch her students chase theirs — and succeed. “I never thought nor dreamed of becoming an outstanding teacher, just keeping my feet on the ground no matter what,” she says. What matters most to her is “touching the lives of every learner, engaging in responsibility to our community, and of course with the guidance of my mentors here in ACSHS, which I am always grateful for, and to my co-teachers who are part of my journey in the teaching profession.”

Wearing Many Hats, Leading with Heart

Beyond the chalkboard, Dhyna is also a wife and a mother, juggling lesson plans with bedtime stories and school meetings with family dinners. “Juggling multiple roles is no easy feat,” she admits, “but cherishing every moment with my kids and nurturing our relationship as a family makes it the most rewarding lifestyle I’ve ever had.”

Even now, as the Most Outstanding Teacher awardee, she continues to grow. Her dream is not to chase bigger recognition but to embrace her weaknesses, improve with humility, and keep inspiring others. To her younger self, she whispers, “Thank you for taking risks, for your determination, and for following your passion.”

Her message to her fellow teachers is as warm as her smile: “Work with a passionate heart and make your efforts bring a significant difference.” And to her students and community, she advises: “Enjoy your study, be humble and grateful in everything, empower shared connections and uplift human welfare.”

A Legacy of Light and Grace

Most people measure their lives by achievements and titles, but not Ma’am Dhyna. She hopes to be remembered not for her accolades but for her heart. She wants to be seen as “a woman with a generous heart, a determined will, and a compassionate soul” — proof that no one’s beginnings should define their ending or limit what they can achieve.

Dhyna Denolan may teach English, but more than that, she teaches hope: that sacrifices can bloom into blessings, that struggles can bend into strength, and that even on the cloudiest days, a teacher’s heart can carry a pocketful of rainbows.

via Angelica Alba, The Viewpoint News

04/10/2025

| 𝙂𝘼𝙇𝙑𝙀𝙕𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 25 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨

For almost two decades, Mrs. Maria Teresa Galvez has been doing more than teaching Filipino subjects—she has galvanized character, courage, and compassion in her students. To them, she isn’t just Ma’am Galvez, the grammar teacher; she’s a living anthology of lessons on life, resilience, and hope.

𝙐𝙣𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨
Ma’am Galvez never planned to stand in front of a classroom.

“My dream was to be a nurse,” she says with a soft laugh. “But poverty rerouted my plans. My aunt, a teacher, became my inspiration. Teaching chose me, and I chose to love it.”

What began as a compromise became her calling. For 25 years, she has turned classrooms into communities, a places where students learn not only Filipino structures but also the structure of life.

“Teaching isn’t about grades,” she adds. “It’s about touching lives. You help students discover who they can be.”

𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙗𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙
After school duty, Ma’am Galvez swaps her teacher’s hat for her roles as a strict-but-loving mother and wife.

“Time management is my secret,” she says. “At school, I work efficiently so I can pour myself into my family at home. I guide my children, cook, clean motherhood is my second course.”

But her story is not without its twists. From rushing a student to the hospital without money or a phone, to feeling the sting of losing competitions, she’s faced challenges that would test any teacher’s spirit.

“You learn to improvise, to fight,” she recalls.

𝙃𝙚𝙧 𝙏𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙇𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨
Every teacher has chapters they’d rather skip. For Ma’am Galvez, it was her first time as a nervous adviser facing a room of skeptical parents.

“I froze,” she says. “But my colleagues stepped in, and when I finally spoke, the parents applauded. That day taught me: you’re stronger than your fears.”

She also learned the value of embracing imperfection. “I’ve lost ‘Numero Uno’ contests, but rankings don’t define impact. My students’ success is my trophy.”

𝘼 𝙇𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙃𝙚𝙧 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙛
If she could time-travel, Ma’am Galvez would whisper to her younger self: “Focus on yourself first.”

“I became a mother too soon,” she reflects. “I’d tell my younger self: build your career before building a family. You deserve that foundation.”

Yet even this “mistake” became part of her story, a subplot that taught her grit and grace.

𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙎𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙬𝙨 𝙐𝙥
What's her daily fuel?

The future.

“I show up because my students are tomorrow’s leaders. And my family, they’re my why.”

Her dream is simple yet profound: to see her students return as accomplished professionals, especially as educators.
“I want them to say, ‘Ma’am, we made it—because of you.’ That’s immortality for a teacher.”

𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙊𝙬𝙣
For Teacher’s Month, she shares a message:
“To teachers: Don’t get tired of guiding even the unruly. Many students battle silent storms, be their anchor.

To students: Never quit. ‘No guts, no glory.’ Fight for your dreams, and let faith be your compass. And remember, ‘You can’t teach what you don’t have.’ Study, grow, and pour your soul into this work. Let’s fight together.”

𝙃𝙚𝙧 𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙎𝙪𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩
Ma’am Galvez may teach Filipino, but her real subject is life. In her classroom, students don’t just learn grammar; they learn resilience, hope, and purpose.

And twenty five years on, Mrs. Maria Teresa Galvez is still galvanizing hearts and minds, proof that the most powerful lessons aren’t written in ink but etched in the lives she has touched. Her story reminds us that a teacher’s greatest legacy is not found in medals or rankings, but in the people they empower to dream, to rise, and to lead.

via Yasser Cabiladas, The Viewpoint News

03/10/2025

| ACSHS Fiesta 2025: A Festive Tribute Honoring Teachers’ Dedication
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‎Antipolo City Senior High School (ACSHS) concluded its National Teachers’ Month on October 2 at the school grounds with a vibrant and heartfelt program celebration carrying the theme “ACSHS Celebrating Unity in Education: World Teachers’ Day 2025” highlighting the unwavering sacrifices and commitment of the teachers with the joy of festivity.
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‎The half-day celebration began with the entrance of colors and the singing of the national anthem conducted by the Boy Scouts of the Philippines, followed by an opening prayer led by Apple Kate Mendoza (SSLG Committee) and the recitation of the Teachers’ Prayer headed by Chrissialyn Ojera (SSLG P.O).
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‎After a solemn opening, welcoming remarks were then given by Assistant Principal II Mrs. Jeneth D. Sobrevega, extending her gratitude to the Office of the Barangay Captain (Sta. Cruz), SSLG, SPTA Officers, stakeholders, and faculty officers, followed by saying that the vocation of teaching is comparable to the mission of Christ himself.
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‎"Parang… ‘Yung ating bokasyon ay parang kay Jesus Christ, si Jesus Christ ay isa sa the greatest teacher of all, ‘no… napaka-flexible,” Mrs. Sobrevega mentioned.
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‎Through Barangay Administrative Assistant Mr. Eugene Bulayer, the tribute message of Barangay Captain of Sta. Cruz, Hon. Cirilo "Bebot" A. Tenorio, was delivered, acknowledging the support of Mayor Casimiro "Jun" A. Ynares, the municipality, and Congressman Roberto "Robbie" Puno while also recognizing the perseverance of teachers despite difficulties.
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‎“...Ang ating mga guro ay patuloy kahit na mayroong mga problema, mayroong mga issue—ang ating mga guro ay magigiting, masisipag, walang humpay sa paglilingkod sa kanilang tungkulin, sa ating mga mamamayan, sa kanilang mga estudyante. ‘Yan po ay ipinasasalamatan ng inyong butihing punong barangay…” Mr. Bulayer said.
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‎ACSHS’s newly elected SPTA President, Mr. Jonathan M. Pacheco, also addressed the students with an earnest reminder to value both their parents’ sacrifices and their teachers’ guidance, stressing the importance of faith and responsibility.
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‎“...Sana isipin ninyo na ang mga magulang ninyo ay naghihirap para sa inyo. Nawa’y ating masunod ang turo ng ating mga teacher, o mga guro, para naman pagdating ng araw na kayo ay magkaroon ng pamilya, sariling buhay, inyong mapakinabangan nang diretso, kasi kayo po ang pag-asa ng ating bayan…” Mr. Pacheco said.
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‎Meanwhile, a dance number from class representatives of Grade 11, Grade 12, and the HE Club energized the crowd, followed by a live band tribute song from Ang Tinghoy and the Barkada Kontra Droga (BKD) club.
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‎The interactive game “Teachers’ Feud” brought laughter to both faculty and students, while raffle draws anticipated the audience. Sponsors such as Pixelerate Photo Studio and the K9 Dancers gave their own lively intermission numbers, with the program further enriched by a special performance from the SPTA President himself, Mr. Jonathan Pacheco.
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‎The program also highlighted the recognition of well-loved educators from different strands, honoring their dedication and influence on the ACSHS community.
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‎“Well-Loved Teachers” across different strands:
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‎Maria Victoria B. Velasco (HUMSS English)
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‎Angelica T. Pesito (HUMSS Filipino)
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‎Reynebert B. Vicente (HUMSS Social Science)
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‎Geneleen M. Macatangay (TVL ICT 1A)
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‎Vivian R. Prado (TVL HE)
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‎Ana Rose R. Dela Cruz (STEM Science)
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‎Ruby Anna G. Balaoro (STEM Math)
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‎Winaleen M. Calajate (ABM)
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‎A special recognition was also awarded to Ma. Melanie Dalaine DC. Carnaje as the ACSHS Well-Loved Educator 2025, honoring her outstanding dedication to teaching.
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‎Students shared their reflections on the event. Annber Dominique F. Toyco from HE2-1203 shared that the best part was giving teachers the chance to experience the essence of their vocation.
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‎“Binigyan natin sila ng time to refresh themselves and also the appreciation… na inispend time nila sa atin kahit man lang kaunting oras lang yung binigay natin sa kanila na pahinga—still worth it ‘yon,” Ms. Toyco mentioned.
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‎For Gerald Theodore Caluttong from ACAD 1109, the games stood out as an enjoyable way to honor educators.
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‎“...Cinicelebrate natin yung Teachers’ Day—Teachers’ Month para po pahalagahan yung paghihirap na ginagawa ng mga guro para sa atin dahil sila yung nagbibigay daan sa atin para maging better version of ourselves…” Mr. Caluttong said.
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‎For the teachers, they found the event heartwarming. Mrs. Erika Tating-Calonia, adviser of TECHPRO 1102, described the occasion as memorable because it allowed them to reconnect with colleagues.
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‎“...Memorable na magsama-sama kaming mga teachers kasi syempre bibihira talaga kaming magkita-kita kung wala pang event. Kaya thankful pa rin sa mga ganitong klaseng okasyon kasi nakikita at nakakamusta namin yung isa’t isa kahit paminsan-minsan.” Mrs. Tating mentioned.
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‎Meanwhile, Ms. Fatima N. Bagasala, adviser of ACAD 1101, appreciated the personal efforts prepared by students, calling it a unique experience.
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‎“...Naipaparamdam sa mga guro na they are appreciated by their students. Their effort na magturo is naaappreciate ng mga bata, and kinikilala yung teacher nila as their hero sa araw na ito.” Ms. Bagasala reflected.
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‎The event was wrapped up with closing remarks from Faculty Club President Sir Arjay Namuco, marking the finale of the day’s festivities.
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‎The ACSHS Fiesta 2025 stood out not only as a festive gathering but also as a heartfelt tribute—anchored in appreciation, admiration, approval, and attention—to the teachers who remain the guiding light of education.

The celebration ended with smiles, cheers, and a lasting reminder of the invaluable role teachers play in shaping the future of youths.

| via Joyce Anne Corpuz, The Viewpoint News

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