The City Light - Bacolod City National High School

04/09/2025

09/08/2025

FEATURE | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡

“Journalists,” the first thing that comes to the minds of many: deliverers of news. But actually, journalists are merely not writers or reporters—they’re more than that. The cornerstone that they’ve established their passion upon—it transcends the mundane thoughts of many.

What makes the character of journalists is their ability to amplify the voices of those who cannot be heard, the one that unveils the fabric of a facet that’s often overlooked. Indeed, they write articles—but the content each article contains are mantled with faith and determination—especially if that particular topic is almost vanished from the surface of this world, almost engulfed in the void.

Other than being amplifiers of unheard voices, they’re also the trailblazers of truth. In this era, truth can often provoke others and can bring upon fury to society, thus, fear rampantly permeates life. Now, people fear to wield righteousness against others. They fear what others might respond to them. However, journalists—they defy that fear—instead, they are the epitome of courage in the light of truth. They step into the shadows, equipped with just a pen, a sheet of paper, a heart, and a mind. They combat the stifling made by those in power and sometimes, even risk their lives just to shed light upon the hidden cracks that everyone deserves to know.

However, their duties are nothing without values. Like all aspects in life, journalists always encounter challenges: bias, fake news, suppression. In order to conquer those challenges, a journalist must embody dedication, impartiality, open-mindedness, accuracy, and adamancy. Also, the pursuit of sensationalism should never cross the mind as it can overthrow the commitment to truth.

Nonetheless, journalist are not just deliverers of news—they are the pillars and beacons of truth that stand tall amidst the nefarious shadows that lingers around them. The aforementioned story is just a glimpse of what it is to be a journalist because honestly, being a journalist is a labyrinthine journey that not only lasts for a lifetime, but also takes infinite words to describe it. In a nutshell, they are more than what you think—but one thing is certain: they are journalists with a purpose.

🖋: 𝙎𝙖𝙠𝙪𝙧𝙖 𝙍𝙚𝙗𝙖𝙩𝙤
🎨: 𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙖 𝙈𝙞𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚 𝙂𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙖

30/07/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐉𝐫.' 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

The 4th State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos was held this Monday afternoon, July 28, 2025, at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City which was attended by high-ranking government officials and esteemed guests.

President Marcos stated the infrastructure, digital connectivity, peace and order, disaster response, and government accountability and emphasized building safe and quality infrastructure and criticized the poorly constructed projects, such as the ₱1-billion Cabagan–Sta. Maria Bridge, and ordered the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to audit all flood control projects.

The President praised the progress in education-related digital access wherein free Wi-Fi sites increased to nearly 19,000 nationwide, compared to only 4,000 in 2022, in which over one million SIM cards with free data were distributed to remote schools.

Regarding peace and order, Marcos stated that the government is seeing the end of active guerrilla groups in the country, and reported that over ₱83 billion worth of illegal drugs had been seized, with more than 150,000 arrests, including public officials.

He also highlighted the construction of modern evacuation centers to avoid using schools as temporary shelters, and urged preparedness for potential disasters, especially as climate threats continue to rise.

President Marcos concluded the 2025 State of the Nation Address by pledging that no budget misaligned with national plans would be approved, it was noted, that the speech failed to mention the concerns of Indigenous Peoples, which drew criticism from several NGOs.

21/07/2025

06/07/2025

Calling All Artists with Creative Minds!

Our talented layout artists have thrown down an exciting challenge—design a brand-new logo for our New The City Light page

Everyone is welcome to join in and showcase their creativity. The winning design, handpicked by Ma’am Cherry Esparas, will become our official profile picture and may be chosen as the official logo.

Let your imagination run wild. This is your moment to shine!
Ready. Set. Design!

Equipping the Youth, With Nothing but the Truth.

🖼️: Keith Danoy, Raph Cabalhin

24/06/2025

Ready to light up your future? 💡

For everyone who's been looking to join The City Light, our online qualifying examination is officially open!

This is your opportunity to take the first step.

Good luck!

22/06/2025

Call for campus journalists! 📢

Have you ever been concerned about the issues our campus faces but lacked platforms to express your thoughts? 🤔

Do you aspire to compel stories that have a lasting impact on your school community? 🩷 You’ve come to the perfect place! The City Light-JHS is definitely for you! 🫦😍

We’re looking for passionate students who believe in the power of words to apprise, stimulate, and ignite change! ⚡️👊🏻

Join us and be the voice for change, and equip the youth with nothing but truth. Online registration will be open on the 24th. Qualifying tests will follow. So stay tuned.

~Here is the list of categories you can join:
• News Writing
• Editorial Writing
• Feature Writing
• Column Writing
• SciTech Writing
• Sports Writing
• Copyreading & Headline Writing
• Photojournalism
• Editorial Cartooning
• Layouting
• Radio Broadcasting
• TV Broadcasting
• Video Making & Editing

For more details, you can message The City Light-Jhs, Bacolod City National High School or send a DM to Ma'am Cherry Ann Esparas, the TCL adviser.

01/06/2025

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The digital pages are turning once more! The City Light - Junior High School is thrilled to announce the arrival of Volume 2, Issue 1 of our Online Newsletter!

Get ready to navigate a fresh batch of student-powered stories, where you'll uncover the events in school, discover bold insights that will get you thinking, and experience various emotions through vivid scenes.

Join us as we continue to champion student journalism and bring you an anthology of perspectives, stitched together with ardency for truth.

🪶 Equipping the youth with nothing but the truth! 🪶

19/04/2025

Happy birthday, Ma’am Cherry Ann Esparas! 🍒

To the lady who’s always clad in purple, you have been our amethyst beacon, illuminating our path with the brilliance of your erudition and the compassion of your lavender psyche. You taught us that words are not merely written but lived, breathed, and felt. On this day of your birth, we offer our gratitude and love, encapsulated in periwinkle reverence, for the innumerable times you painted pulchritude on our dull drafts and stitched courage into our fledgling voices. May the lilac dawns ahead be as resplendent as the legacy you continue to engrave in the hearts of every dear learner that you encounter and nurture, including us.

Once again, happy birthday, Ma’am Cherry Ann Esparas, the supreme editor of both our pages and our dreams!

Sincerely, TCL Editorial Board! 💜

08/04/2025

NEWS| BCNHS Students Shine at E-Challenge Tournament

Bacolod City — April 7-8, 2025
Selected students from Bacolod City National High School (BCNHS) brought pride to their school as they showcased their skills and sportsmanship during the E-Challenge Tournament held at Riverside College on April 7-8, 2025.

Under the guidance of coach, Ma'am Mary Dianne Rojaneil Cansenaje, and the support of Principal Sir Richard M. Gelangre, Principal IV, the students delivered an impressive performance across various digital competitions.

Kahoot Tournament - Science
In the Science category, Daryl Mark Diosana emerged as the Champion, while Nilrose Marie C. Villaflor secured the 1st Runner-Up position, demonstrating excellence in scientific knowledge and quick thinking.

Kahoot Tournament - Math
Daryl Mark Diosana also showcased his mathematical prowess, earning the title as 1st Runner-Up in the Math Kahoot Tournament.

ML (Mobile Legends) Tournament
The BCNHS ML team earned the 2nd Runner-Up title in this highly competitive game. The team was composed of:
• Sanz Andrey L. Rivera
• Gerald David R. Sayson
• Klyd Cedrik Zorca
• Carl Thereinz Jalbuena
• Lyndon Johnson Miran
• Frederick Von Escobar

Buddy Buddy Roblox Tournament
BCNHS duo Hermie John P. Satojito and John Clifford L. Bellena secured the 1st Runner-Up spot in this unique and engaging Roblox challenge.

Dress to Impress Roblox Tournament
Representing creativity and flair, Kristin Rose Mijares was crowned Champion in the Dress to Impress Roblox Tournament.

Call of Duty Tournament
The BCNHS Call of Duty team also impressed the crowd, claiming the 2nd Runner-Up position. The team included:
• Jesryl Anne Delgado
• Jesian Gabe Magbanua
• Earl John Magbanua
• Honey Bless Lubuguin
• Michael James David
• Sean Andre Arroyo

This participation not only highlighted the students’ digital skills but also emphasized the importance of teamwork, strategy, and academic excellence.

23/03/2025

NEWS| 𝙏𝘾𝙇 𝙜𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝘿𝙎𝙋𝘾 2025

The City Light-JHS, the official English publication of Bacolod City National High School, secured multiple awards at the Division Schools Press Conference 2025 (DSPC 2025) awarding ceremony on March 22, 2025, at Rizal Elementary School Gymnasium.

The competition, which commenced on March 21, gathered 25 schools, with participants from Junior High School and Senior High School showcasing their skills in various journalism categories.

Here are the awards received by the team:

3rd Place Overall Top Performing School – Secondary English
Best School Paper: Top 5 Regional Qualifier
The City Light- JHS

Individual Category- Regional Qualifiers
1st Place Sci-tech Writing: Kimberly Jade Gargaritano
4th Place Feature Writing: Jayzher Isagani Buada
5th Place News Writing: Shaira Jennelle Nilla

Group Category:
Collaborative Desktop Publishing-Top 5 Overall
3rd Place Best Layout
3rd Place Best News Page

Members:
Love Angela Jonelas
Alexi Beatrice Wagner
Lois Abegail Murillo
Leanne Deohn Baliguas
Flexy Romano
Jorich Psyche Oberio
Micah A***n Pura

Online Desktop Publishing -Top 5 Overall
Members:
Andrea Kaye Olac
Rija Adriene Alcazar
Ella Grace Quirino
Zillah Morales
Jamela Ferl Anida

TV Broadcasting - 2nd Place Best Script
Members:
Jan Joshua Villaruz
Adanna Dequila
Ysabella Felene Arzaga
Carl Thereinz Jalbuena
Sofia Mayoga
Zoey Jamil Bazan
Prince Jillian Talaban

The City Light staff also extend their heartfelt congratulations to the other members who also participated in this year’s DSPC and tried their best.

Individual Categories:
Column Writing: Mary Ann Ysulan
Sports Writing: Daryl Mark Diosana
Editorial Cartooning: Jan Michael Melocoton
Photojournalism: Hermie John Satojito
Copyreading and Headline Writing : James Aziel Liganad

Radio Broadcasting Members:
Alex Estrera
Yman Billanes
Mitch Lean Luyao
Tisha Azarcon
Breanna Michelle Gepana
Dainty Faye Baid
Clark Kent Ma-At

These achievements were made possible through the guidance of TCL adviser, Cherry Ann V. Esparas, together with coaches Jose Ernie M. Buelos, and Jaaziel Abellana Magalona, and the support of the English Department Head, Ma. Gloria Analyn G. Sunod, and the Principal, Richard M. Gelangre.

Equipping the youth, with nothing but the truth!

✍️: Shaira Jennelle Nilla
💻: Jayzher Isagani Buada, Kimberly Jade Gargaritano, Andrea Kaye Olac

09/03/2025

NEWS| BCNHS STE Triumphs in Battle of the Brains 2025

Bacolod City National High School Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) representatives, Nilrose Marie Villaflor, Daryl Mark Diosana, and Sanz Andrey Rivera emerged as the champions of the Season 3 Battle of the Brains 2025, held at Ayala Malls Capitol Central earlier today, March 9.

Sum-ag National High School STE claimed the first runner-up position, followed by Luisa Medel National High School as the second runner-up.

The competition brought together students from 25 various schools within Bacolod City, competing head to head in a series of questions for three rounds; easy, average, and difficult.

This competition was organized by K5 News FM, Department of Education, STI West Negros University, and other sponsors.

✍️: Shaira Jennelle Nilla
📸: Lady Andreia Sabla-on