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18/12/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | CCC, Second Highest Performing School in 2025 LET- Seconday Level

City College of Calapan proudly ranks second among the schools nationwide, with an outstanding passing percentage of 98.33%, far exceeding the national passing rate of 90.00%. Out of 79,493 (72.62%) examinees for Secondary Level, 59 out of 60 takers from our institution successfully passed the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (L. E. P. T.).

Warmest congratulations to our new Licensed Teachers!

18/12/2025

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬| DSWD Launches National Plan on Ending Child, Early and Forced Marriages and Unions

To intensify efforts to end early and forced marriages, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) launched the National Plan on Ending Child, Early and Forced Marriages and Unions (NAP-ECEFMU), a multisectoral framework aimed at strengthening the implementation of Republic Act 11596 that prohibits the practice of child marriage and imposes penalties on those who facilitate, allow, or participate in marriages involving minors.

The NAP-ECEFMU reinforces the government’s commitment to protecting children and addressing practices that limit their opportunities and development, which continue to hinder the youth’s ability to pursue education, make informed choices, and build a better future.

The urgency of the issue was underscored by data from the 2024 Situation Analysis of Children, which showed that around 460,000 girls below 18 years old were married in 2022, with 73,000 entering unions before the age of 15. These figures reflect a clear violation of children’s rights and highlight the need for stronger and more consistent action across sectors.

In response, Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian said the DSWD will continue to protect children, support those forced into early marriages or unions, and strengthen its efforts through guidance and training for frontliners.

He also emphasized that addressing child marriage cannot be done by one agency alone, stressing the importance of collaboration among government institutions and partner networks.

To formalize this shared responsibility, the DSWD, together with representatives from national and local governments and civil society organizations, signed a Memorandum Of Agreement to advance collective action against child, early, and forced marriages and unions.

Source: https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2154518/dswd-signs-accord-meant-to-end-to-forced-child-and-early-marriages-in-ph

𝑾𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒏 𝒃𝒚: 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒉 𝑪. 𝑪𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒂𝒈

17/12/2025

Sinungaling !

Your thoughts, your voice, and your stories—this series is set to welcome your every unsaid feelings and perspectives. City Collegians, this is our version of freedom wall - your open space for your loud thoughts about anything and everything, every Wednesday.

16/12/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | Christmas Nightly Shows Kick Off in Calapan City

Festive spirit is in full swing as Calapan City officially launched its Christmas Nightly Shows 2025 on December 15 at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Building.

Under the theme “Sto. Niño de Calapan: Akayin Mo Kami sa Pagiging Misyonaryo at Mapagmalasakit na Sambayanan,” opening night highlights included the city’s rich culture and the local community's deep-rooted faith.

Inaugural program segments featured a series of performances and message of hope as City Mayor Doy Leachon delivered Christmas message, emphasizing unity and the "Maayos na Bayan" vision.

Additionally, the City College of Calapan (CCC) Tanghalang City Collegian (TCC) Chorale led the prayer and national anthem, followed by a grand production number featuring CCC employees.

First night festivities were hosted by the Local Council of Women, showcasing the vital role of women in the city’s celebrations.

Nightly shows will run every evening through December 23, 2025, at the City Hall Complex. Residents and visitors are invited to witness the daily performances that celebrate Calapeño talent through music and the arts.

16/12/2025

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒| BSED Science Marks Successful Science Week Celebration

Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Science successfully concluded its two-day Science celebration with the theme “Enchanted Earth: Sustaining Creation Together,” held on December 13–14. The event served as a platform to promote scientific awareness, creativity, and environmental responsibility through engaging and meaningful activities aligned with sustainable development.

Science Week 2025 highlighted the role of science in fostering sustainable living and environmental protection, inspiring both students and educators to take an active role in preserving the planet. The opening program set an energetic tone as students gathered under their respective family teams, each representing an element-inspired identity rooted in nature and innovation. Family One, HydroNeurons, embodied the power of mighty waves and sparks of scientific brilliance; Family Two, Agresta Arcana, stood as guardians of the earth’s deepest secrets; Family Three, Brown Terra Sentinels, symbolized strength, resilience, and wisdom drawn from the soil; while Family Four, Pink Pixirose, showcased creativity where magic meets growth.

Sir Armando Lamboloto Jr., Program Head of the Science Department, together with Princess Selah C. Catanyag, President of the Science Department, expressed their gratitude to the organizers and participants behind the successful celebration. They continuously reminded students to fully embrace the theme by living it out and becoming responsible stewards and protectors of the Earth.

A series of simultaneous competitions followed, reflecting the principles of environmental stewardship and scientific inquiry. These included the Demo Teaching Competition, Science Quiz Bee, Poster-Making and Slogan Contest, Recycled Invention Fair, and Sustainable Advocacy Contest. Each activity was carefully designed to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and functional innovation among participants.

Day 2 featured EcoTalk: SDGs in Action for Everyday Sustainable Living, a learning session that deepened participants’ understanding of sustainability, environmental conservation, and the practical application of science in addressing current ecological challenges. The discussion encouraged dialogue on recycling, renewable energy, innovation, and sustainable practices—empowering students to transform scientific knowledge into concrete actions for a greener future.

The celebration concluded with Science Night ’25, themed “Enchanted: A Sparkling Night of Fairies,” where science students transformed into fairies symbolizing guardians of the enchanted Earth. The evening featured a red carpet walk, awarding ceremonies for all competitions, and the announcement of overall winners, with HydroNeurons emerging as the overall champion. The night also recognized class coordinators for the first semester and honored department officers for their dedication and hard work in ensuring the success of Science Week.

The event formally ended with a ceremonial toast, celebrating the continuous growth, unity, and success of the Science Department—reinforcing its commitment to education, sustainability, and service to the environment.

𝑾𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒏 𝒃𝒚: 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒉 𝑪. 𝑪𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒂𝒈

11/12/2025

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐘𝐎𝐍 | "Ghost" Flood Control Projects: 100 days to go in Heaven?
𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘪: 𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘭 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘰

Kahapon, Disyembre 10, 100 araw nang nakalipas mula nang umarangkada ang mga pampublikong pagdinig sa Senado at Kamara tungkol sa kontrobersyal na "ghost" flood control projects. Sa loob ng tatlong buwan at higit pa, nasaksihan ng sambayanan ang pagbubunyag ng nakagigimbal na detalye—bilyon-bilyong piso ang nalustay sa mga proyektong substandard o wala namang aktuwal na naitayo.

Gayunpaman, sa kabila ng makasaysayang pagbubunyag at matitinding komprontasyon, ang tanong na bumabagabag sa ating lahat ay nananatiling walang sagot—saan na ang mga sangkot?

Ang anino ng katiwalian ay patuloy na lumalaya. Hindi maikakaila ang tindi ng trabaho ng mga mambabatas, ahensya ng ehekutibo, at ng media sa paglalantad ng eskandalong ito. Mula sa mga testimonya ng mga whistleblower hanggang sa pagtukoy ng Department of Public Highways and Work (DPWH) sa daan-daang ghost projects, ang ebidensya ay napakalaki at hindi matatawaran.

May mga pangalan na nabanggit. May mga opisyal ng DPWH na sinibak o nagbitiw. May mga bilyong pisong ari-arian na na-freeze ang Court of Appeals (CA) at naisumite na sa ombudsman ang mga kaso ngunit ang diin ay nasa proseso pa. Sa mata ng ordinaryong Pilipino, ang katarungan ay nangangahulugan ng pagkukulong. Sa ika-100 araw, tila mas mabilis pa ang paghahanap ng mga ghost projects kaysa sa paghuli at pagpaparusa sa mga "ghost officials" at "ghost contractors" na nasa likod nito.

Ang baha ay hindi naghihintay sa due process. Ang isyu ng ghost projects ay hindi lamang usapin ng pera; ito ay usapin ng buhay.

Napakalaking ironiya na ang pondo para sa flood control ang siya mismong sanhi ng pagbaha ng korapsyon sa ating sistema. Tuwing may bagyo, ang mga komunidad na binaha—ang mga pamilyang nawalan ng bahay at kabuhayan—ay nagbabayad sa kasalanan ng mga magnanakaw sa gobyerno na nagkamal ng yaman sa halip na magtayo ng matibay na depensa.

Ang proseso ay mahalaga. Ang due process ay sagrado. Ngunit ang pagkaantala sa pag-aresto at pagpapakulong sa mga tiwaling opisyal ay nagdudulot ng panganib. Habang tumatagal, lumalamig ang isyu. Nagkakaroon ng sapat na panahon ang mga akusado upang ayusin ang kanilang depensa at takasan ang pananagutan. Maaaring manghina ang loob ng mga whistleblower at maging mas maingat ang mga opisyal sa susunod na hearing.

Panahon na upang palitan ang palakpak at halakhak ng posas. Ang mga pagdinig sa kongreso ay nagbigay ng kainitan at kasiyahan sa publiko, ngunit ang tunay na sukatan ng tagumpay laban sa katiwalian ay nasa mga korte, sa ombudsman, at sa mga piitan.

Kinakailangan nating ipaalala sa mga ahensya ng pagpapatupad ng batas—sa Department of Justice (DOJ), sa Ombudsman, at sa Sandiganbayan—na ang oras ay tumatakbo. Ang bawat araw na lumilipas nang walang nahahatulan ay nagpapatunay na ang malalaking isda ay may kakayahang takasan ang lambat ng batas.

Huwag nating hayaang ang ika-100 araw na ito ay maging hudyat ng pagpapabaya. Hindi sapat na nabunyag ang katotohanan; kailangan itong panagutan.

Ang apela ng sambayanan ay simple: Ipakita ang tunay na mukha ng katarungan. Palitan ang palakpak ng publiko ng tunay na posas para sa lahat ng dapat managot. Ngayon na!

𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭—This collection embodies the true spirit of journalism: an unwavering pursuit of truth, a commitment to public service, and the courage to turn pen into power. We invite you to explore our takes on current issues through a diverse range of content, including comics, sports editorials, opinion pieces, and feature articles, all crafted to spark conversation and promote public discourse.

11/12/2025

CCC Warriors Assert League Supremacy After Straight-Set Finals Victory

The City College of Calapan Warriors have done it again, rising above the competition and seizing their first-ever Intercommercial Volleyball League championship, marking their second major title of 2025 following their recent victory at the CCAA. With unwavering focus, sharp ex*****on, and undeniable chemistry, the Warriors swept Manalex in straight-set victory with scores of 25–21, 25–20, and 25–19.

Led by their Playing Coach, Lynbert Abales, and supported by CCC Warriors alumnus Kennedy Mendoza, the team established an early advantage, winning the first set with a score of 25-21.

In the second set, the CCC Warriors maintained their momentum, with key player Jay-r Ananca delivering a series of impressive attacks that propelled the team to a 25-20 victory.

CCC Warriors decisively concluded the match in the third set, clinching the championship title for the second time. This victory follows their recent championship win at the CCAA, solidifying their position as a dominant force in Calapan Volleyball League.

Following the game, an awarding ceremony was held to recognize the outstanding achievements of individual players from the CCC Warriors Volleyball Team:

First Outsider Hitter & MVP: Lynbert Abales
Best Middle Blocker: Reyver Rabi
Best Setter: Kennedy Mendoza
Best Libero: Jhan Mark Maranan

ᴡʀɪᴛᴛᴇɴ ʙʏ ᴍᴀ. ᴀɴɢᴇʟɪᴄᴀ ᴀᴍɪꜱᴛᴏꜱᴏ
ᴄᴀᴘᴛᴜʀᴇᴅ ʙʏ ꜱᴀɪɴᴛ ᴋᴇɴɴᴇᴛʜ ɢᴀʀᴄɪᴀ

10/12/2025

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Your thoughts, your voice, and your stories—this series is set to welcome your every unsaid feelings and perspectives. City Collegians, this is our version of freedom wall - your open space for your loud thoughts about anything and everything, every Wednesday.

10/12/2025

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑-𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | CCC Warriors Dominate Manalex, Closing 3–0 Win

CCC Warriors set the tone early in the Sto. Niño de Calapan Inter-Commercial Volleyball Tournament after delivering an explosive opening against Manalex at the Plaza Pavilion Court.

From the first serve, the Warriors showcased their intensity, handing Manalex a lopsided start that quickly ignited the crowd. Although Manalex attempted to close the gap midway through the first set with powerful services that forced several balls out of bounds, CCC remained unshaken by the opposing cheers and drumbeats, calmly finishing the set with a 25–21 win to take a 1–0 lead.

Momentum carried over into the second set as CCC opened with a stunning 8–0 run, highlighted by a service-ace streak from Evangelista. The Warriors maintained firm control throughout the frame, extending their lead to 17–8 at midgame. Manalex struggled to recover as CCC’s disciplined offense and steady defense secured another commanding set win, 25–17, pushing the Warriors ahead, 2–0.

The third set turned into a battle of will and patience. Manalex matched CCC point for point, locking the score at 11–11, 15–15, 16–16, and later at 22–22. The tension peaked as the set stretched beyond regulation, sending the crowd into a frenzy at 25–25, 26–26, and 27–27. In the end, the Warriors’ composure prevailed, closing out the marathon set at 29–27 to complete a decisive 3–0 sweep.

With this powerful win, the CCC Warriors men’s volleyball team continues to assert its dominance in the tournament. The question now looms, are they on their way to claiming the championship crown? catch the next clash at the Plaza Pavilion Court, Calapan City.

Written by: Marielle Diane Briñas
Captured by: Saint Kenneth Garcia

09/12/2025

𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝟱𝟬𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘀 𝗺𝗼?

09/12/2025

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 |CCC Badminton Women’s Singles Earns 3rd Place After Straight-Set Win vs DWCC

CCC Badminton Women’s Singles representative Hannah Garan secured 3rd Place after a straight-set victory against DWCC, finishing the match with scores of 21–9 and 21–8.

Garan established control in the first set through accurate shot placement and steady court coverage. The momentum continued into the second set, where she minimized unforced errors and maintained effective pressure throughout the rallies.

The result guaranteed a podium finish for CCC and capped a solid overall performance by Garan in the tournament.

Written by: Alejandre Marasigan

07/12/2025

‎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | CCC Warriors Claim Chess Women’s Championship in Intercollegiate Season 3

The atmosphere was electric as the CCC Warriors stormed through the Intercollegiate Season 3 Chess Women Category, capturing the Team Championship with the precision of grandmasters and the grit of seasoned fighters. Each round felt like a battlefield, and the Warriors emerged as the side that refused to yield an inch of the board.

Anchoring the team’s dominance were Aira Joy Marteja and Lianne Joy Dimalibot, who dismantled opponents through sharp opening preparation, relentless middlegame pressure, and cold-blooded endgame finishes. Their ability to seize initiative, exploit weaknesses, and convert even the smallest edge into victory made the Warriors the team to fear throughout the tournament.

In the individual division, Aira Joy Marteja delivered one of the tournament’s most intense performances, securing 2nd Runner-Up in the Individual Match. Her duel against the eventual champion from MinSU Bongabong turned into a tactical trades, sacrifices, and calculated risks that kept spectators on edge as the position shifted move by move.

Written by: Marielle Diane Briñas
Captured by: Marielle Diane Briñas

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