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ADELANTE journalists who won in the District Schools Press Conference at Buanoy Central School held last November 26-2...
30/11/2025



ADELANTE journalists who won in the District Schools Press Conference at Buanoy Central School held last November 26-27, 2025, are set to compete in the Divisional Schools Press Conference (DSPC) 2025.

The competition kicks off tomorrow, December 1, and runs until December 5 in Argao, Cebu.

With that, we extend our best wishes for success to our dedicated Josenian journalists. Represent our campus with pride, embody the true Josenian spirit, and continue your pursuit of excellence. Good luck! Adelante!

Via Tiffany Jane Suroysuroy | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Graphics Designer

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, conducted the last day of th...
29/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, conducted the last day of their 3-day clean-up operation at Nangka National High School.

With a team made up of the same organizers, assisted by volunteers from the Senior High School department, the Josenian community successfully wrapped up the initiative by restoring key areas of the school and strengthening their shared commitment to service, care, and community upliftment.

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via James Louie Ramos | Photo Courtesy

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, carried on Day 2 of the 3-da...
28/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, carried on Day 2 of the 3-day clean up operation at Nangka National High School.

Led by the same team as Day 1, the volunteers kept the momentum going as they worked together to further improve the schoolโ€™s surroundings.

With two days now completed, the Josenian community remains committed to making a meaningful differenceโ€”proving once again that when many hands come together, positive change continues to grow.

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via Jewel Yamelo | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Photojournalist

Via James Louie Ramos | Photo Courtesy

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE Journalists were recognized earlier this morning for their participation and achievements in the re...
28/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE Journalists were recognized earlier this morning for their participation and achievements in the recent District Schools Press Conference 2025, held at Buanoy Central School.

As the winning coaches called out their names, they stood proudly in frontโ€”the morning sun becoming their own spotlight.

Their passion for journalism was truly emphasized throughout the competition, and with that, we once again congratulate all the participants and wish them luck for the next part of their journalism journeyโ€”in Argao for DSPC 2025! Adelante!

Via Wynne Arcay | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via Albrich Aposaga | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Photo Journalist

๐‰๐จ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐š๐ง ๐’๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ, ๐‚๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ |On November 27 at 2:00 pm, students from the University of San Jose - Recolet...
27/11/2025



๐‰๐จ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐š๐ง ๐’๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ, ๐‚๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ |

On November 27 at 2:00 pm, students from the University of San Jose - Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, took part in an organized earthquake drillโ€”briefly pausing classes as alarms signaled the start of the exercise.

Students quickly performed the โ€œduck, cover, and holdโ€ procedure before evacuating to designated safety areas under the guidance of faculty and safety officers.

The drill aimed to strengthen disaster preparedness on campus and ensure that students know how to respond calmly and efficiently during seismic emergencies.

Via Albrich Aposaga | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer & Photo Journalist

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE Journalists shine as they win multiple awards at the recent District Schools Press Conference 2025...
27/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE Journalists shine as they win multiple awards at the recent District Schools Press Conference 2025, hosted at Buanoy Central School. These talented students have secured their spot to compete at the upcoming Divisional Schools Press Conference, scheduled for December 1 to 5 next week in Argao, Cebu.

๐๐„๐–๐’ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
1ST - Baron, Prince Uriel (English)
5TH - Reboquio, Reiza Ariah (Filipino)

Secondary Level:
1ST - Adorno, Pretie Yvonne (English)
3RD - Labrador, Miel Bianca (English)

๐’๐๐Ž๐‘๐“๐’ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary level:
2ND - Yray, Kylor Ghilles (English)
5TH - Ybaรฑez, Theo James (Filipino)

Secondary level:
2nd - Gonzaga, Kim Avril (English)

๐„๐ƒ๐ˆ๐“๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
1ST - Travero, Anne Margareth (English)
2ND - Desquitado, Alexa (Filipino)
4TH - Narsico, Samantha Merith (English)

Secondary Level:
1ST - Odevilas, Zaira Gwyneth (English)
4TH - Ubod, Miguel Sebastian (English)

๐„๐ƒ๐ˆ๐“๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐‚๐€๐‘๐“๐Ž๐Ž๐๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
3RD - Lauren Jamie David (English)
5TH - Mesias, Mary Aiyana(Filipino)

Secondary Level:
2ND - Oรฑo, Ryan James (Filipino)
3RD - Baliguat, Yelah (English)

๐…๐„๐€๐“๐”๐‘๐„ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
2ND - Dela Cerna, Franz Julia (Filipino)
5TH - Dumdum, Mary Danessa (English)

Secondary Level:
2ND - Tagpuno, Janwelve (English)

๐๐‡๐Ž๐“๐Ž๐‰๐Ž๐”๐‘๐๐€๐‹๐ˆ๐’๐Œ
Elementary Level:
2ND - Manansala, Kaye Chezka (Filipino)
4TH - Abapo, Megumi Venice (English)

Secondary Level:
2ND - Cabanilla, Tifa (English)
4TH - Lazaga, Kristel (English)
5TH - Lazaga, Shauhey (English)

๐‚๐Ž๐‹๐”๐Œ๐ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
3RD - Kangleon, Roberto III (English)
4TH - Castilla, Arianne Page (English)

๐’๐‚๐ˆ๐„๐๐‚๐„ ๐€๐๐ƒ ๐“๐„๐‚๐‡๐๐Ž๐‹๐Ž๐†๐˜ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
5TH - Ceton, Rhenrose Abhegail (English)

๐‚๐Ž๐๐˜๐‘๐„๐€๐ƒ๐ˆ๐๐† ๐€๐๐ƒ ๐‡๐„๐€๐ƒ๐‹๐ˆ๐๐„ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
4TH - Belarmino, Kirsten Louise (English)

๐‘๐€๐ƒ๐ˆ๐Ž ๐๐‘๐Ž๐€๐ƒ๐‚๐€๐’๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
2ND PLACE - FILIPINO MEDIUM
โ€ข Cabras, Ralph Benedict
โ€ข Alita, Abby
โ€ข Cruz, Evens
โ€ข Sigue, Niรฑa Therese
โ€ข Mahidlawon, Abraham
โ€ข Palermo, MC Jewelsan
โ€ข Aguanta, Jude David

3RD PLACE - ENGLISH MEDIUM
โ€ข Cabangisan, Arthur Gil
โ€ข Abapo, Jannah Mitzi
โ€ข Puntenegra, Azenith
โ€ข Morales, Mhiel
โ€ข Alcantara, Kenji Martin
โ€ข Gerasol, Czarina Fiona Reese
โ€ข Mendoza, Kish

๐’๐‚๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐‹ ๐๐€๐๐„๐‘ ๐’๐๐„๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐€๐–๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐’
โ€ข Best in Editorial paper (Elementary)
โ€ข Best in Feature paper (Secondary)
โ€ข Best in Sports paper (Secondary)

๐–๐ˆ๐๐๐ˆ๐๐† ๐‚๐Ž๐€๐‚๐‡๐„๐’: Ms. Lorie Rose Monares, Mrs. Cheny A. Stichon, Ms. Teena S. Paรฑares, and Ms. Eyra Sewane

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and journalists who participated in this competition. The school wishes you all the best as you advance further into your journalism journey. Adelante!

Via Wynne Arcay | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via Eyra Sewane | Photo Courtesy

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, conducted a clean-up operati...
27/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, conducted a clean-up operation at Nangka National High School as part of its ongoing community outreach and environmental stewardship efforts.

The event was organized by the Student Activity Coordinator, Mr. James Louie Ramos, and assisted by CAT Unit 1 Commander, Mr. Junrick Cabaluna, Scout Master Mr. Charles Christian Gomez, teachers Mr. Jade Butaya and Mr. Jonil Apas, together with the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, CAT Unit, and volunteers from the Grade 11 regular and afternoon shift students.

This is only the first of the three-day operation, which will continue in the coming days to further support the schoolโ€™s cleanliness, safety, and improvement initiatives.

Through simple acts of service and teamwork, the Josenian community continues to show that small hands, when joined together, can create a big and lasting impact.

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via James Louie Ramos | Photo Courtesy

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! USJ-R Balambanโ€™s ADELANTE Journalists arrive at Buanoy Central School for the District Schools Press Confer...
25/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! USJ-R Balambanโ€™s ADELANTE Journalists arrive at Buanoy Central School for the District Schools Press Conference happening from November 26 - November 27.

Ready to showcase their talents and skills in the field of journalism across various categories, we wish our journalists the best of luck throughout the competition. Adelante, Josenians!

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer & Photo Journalist

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE journalists are set to participate in the District Schools Press Conference 2025 today at Buanoy C...
25/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE journalists are set to participate in the District Schools Press Conference 2025 today at Buanoy Central School across various categories such as News Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing, Sports Writing, Copyreading and Headline Writing, Science and Technology Writing, Photo Journalism, Editorial Cartooning, Column Writing, and Layouting as well as group categories like Radio Broadcasting, TV Broadcasting, and Mobile Journalism.

We extend our best wishes to our dedicated journalists as they combine their passion with their craft, sharing their truths through words and media. Adelante!

Via Wynne Arcay | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via KC Manansala & Azenith Puntenegra | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Graphics Designer

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the Grade 12 students of the University of San Joseโ€“Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, held...
22/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the Grade 12 students of the University of San Joseโ€“Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, held their Oral Defense Examination in requirement for their Practical Research 2 subject simultaneously from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the High School AVR and Grade 12 STEM-B Classroom.

Throughout the day, students confidently presented their research studies before their assigned panelists. Each group showcased their findings, defended their methodologies, and responded to questions that tested their understanding and readiness as young researchers.

By the end of the program, the most awaited moment arrivedโ€”the awarding of winners. Firstly, a certificate of recognition was presented by Ms. Stephanie Mae Leones, the Senior High School (SHS) Academic Coordinator, and Ms. Catherine Aguanta, the Research Adviser, and given to the panelists namely: Ms. Era Amante, Ms. Eliah Eden Antiga, Mr. Charles Christian Gomez, and Mr. Jordan Gutierrez for their valuable insights, constructive feedback, and dedicated service throughout the oral defense.

Finally, the groups with outstanding research performance and exceptional presentation skills were awarded their certificates of recognition and special distinctions. The winners are the following:

Best in Research Novelty Award ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขGroup 1 STEM A Regular
โ€ขHUMSS Regular
โ€ขGroup 3 STEM B Regular
โ€ขGroup 2 STEM B Regular
โ€ขICT Afternoon Shift
โ€ขGroup 2 STEM Afternoon Shift
โ€ขGroup 2 STEM A Regular

Best in Manuscript ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขABM Regular

Best in Research Individual Presentation ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขYelah Baliguat
โ€ขAzenith Puentenegra
โ€ขGail Amyrhine Sayson
โ€ขJannah Mitzi Abapo
โ€ขMae Ann Alvarez
โ€ขJecel Mary Judilla
โ€ขKC Manansala
โ€ขOdessa Monterola
โ€ขJanwelve Tagpuno
โ€ขLemaris Tagpuno
โ€ขGlyza Jade Oligue
โ€ขMa Angel Caรฑete
โ€ขKim Avril Gonzaga
โ€ขBrynn Hesper Suico

Best in Research Group Presentation ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขABM Regular

Congratulations to all the Grade 12 researchers for their hard work and perseverance! Your dedication marks a promising beginning to your future academic and professional journeys. Keep striving, discovering, and creating meaningful work. Adelante, Josenians!

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via KC Manansala | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Photo Journalist

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! The University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletosโ€™ Boy Scout Unit have arrived in Singapore as part of the Josenian de...
18/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! The University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletosโ€™ Boy Scout Unit have arrived in Singapore as part of the Josenian delegation to the SG60 Singapore International Scout Jamboree, happening from November 18 to 25.

With a representative from USJ-R Balamban, Nigel Chad Almirol, joining the larger group of Senior Scouts from the Basic Education Department in USJ-R Basak, together they proudly carry the colors of the University and the country throughout the weeklong celebration.

The Scouts will participate in various leadership, cultural, and outdoor activities, and gain experiences that aim to build their character, skills, and sense of global citizenship as young Josenian ambassadors.

Through their participation in the SG60 Jamboree, the Josenian Scouts proudly represent USJ-R on the global stage, gaining valuable skills and experiences that strengthen their leadership, character, and identity as young ambassadors of the University. Adelante, Josenian Scouts!

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

: ๐™…๐™ค๐™จ๐™š๐™ฃ๐™ž๐™–๐™ฃ๐™จ ๐™ž๐™ฃ ๐˜ผ๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ On behalf of the hearts of the Josenians, the University of San Jose - Recoletos (USJ-R) Balamban...
10/11/2025

: ๐™…๐™ค๐™จ๐™š๐™ฃ๐™ž๐™–๐™ฃ๐™จ ๐™ž๐™ฃ ๐˜ผ๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ

On behalf of the hearts of the Josenians, the University of San Jose - Recoletos (USJ-R) Balamban Campus extends its support through the efforts of the Supreme Student Council (SSC) 10th Congress, the CAT Unit 1, and the faculty and staffโ€”not only by joining hands to clean and restore the campus grounds that were severely flooded during the Typhoon Tino incident, but also by delivering relief goods to those affected.

Following the tragedy of Typhoon Tino, which left behind not only damaged surroundings but also a scarred community, the affected areas continue to rise, rebuild, and find hope once more. This act of solidarity reflects the true spirit of being a Josenianโ€”to serve not only the school, but the entire community as proud Cebuanos.


๐Ÿ“ธ: Michaella Campilanan | SSC 12TH CONGRESS PRESIDENT
โœ๏ธ: Janwelve Tagpuno | SSC 12TH CONGRESS VICE-PRESIDENT

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