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10/09/2025

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10/09/2025

MNHS' SPTA SPEARHEADS SYMPOSIUM ON CRIME PREVENTION

The School Parent-Teacher Association (SPTA) officers of Matlang National High School (MNHS) initiated a Symposium on Crime Prevention on September 9, 2025, at the MNHS covered court.

MNHS Grades 7 to 12 students participated in the program with speakers from the Isabel - PNP personnel.

Isabel - PNP personnel PAT Jaylee G. Cotin and PCMS Sol Alegria Peruda discussed "Illegal Drugs Prevention and Different Types of Bullying" to Junior High School students, while PAT Ana Rose S. Inot and PSSG Ricky Guadalajara discussed "Illegal Drug Prevention and Rights against Bullying" to Senior High School students.

"This symposium is for you—our high school students. We want you to understand the importance of crime prevention, not just as a topic, but as a way of life,” SPTA President, Mrs. Matuguina, said during her statement of purpose speech.

She also added during an exclusive interview that the choices we make are the ones that shape our future

The SSLG president, Dwight Rean G. Cabonegro, concluded the event by sharing his impression.

The giving of Certificates of Recognition to each speaker and SPTA officers given by the OIC and SPTA officer, Mrs. Kristel Suelto and Mrs. Anne T. Lorraine Matuguina.

This activity was also done in collaboration with the MNHS Guidance Office led by Mrs. Milalyn Kudera.

Writer: Prince Jade Dequino
Photographers: Rochelyn Pacabis & Angel Becera

07/09/2025

MNHS CRUSHES PCCC WITH 110–56 ROUT IN MEN'S BASKETBALL

Matlang National High School (MNHS) lit up the court with a fiery 110–56 victory over St. Filomena National High School (PCCC) in their fourth elimination match in the Men’s Basketball Inter-High School tournament at the Galicano N. Ruiz Center (GNRC) on Sunday, September 7, during the SIDLAK ISABELympics 2025.

MNHS is set to face Doane Baptist School (DBS) in their fifth elimination game on Friday, September 12, at the same venue.

Sports Writer: Kirth Lester Flores
Graphics: Alliah Solis

06/09/2025

MNHS OUTPLAYS SFNHS IN 92–88 MEN'S BASKETBALL

Matlang National High School (MNHS) pulled off a solid 92–88 triumph over San Francisco National High School (SFNHS) in their third elimination match of the Men’s Basketball Inter-High School at the Galicano N. Ruiz Center (GNRC) on Saturday, September 6, during the SIDLAK ISABELympics 2025.

MNHS is set to clash with St. Filomena National High School (PCCC) in their fourth elimination game tomorrow, September 7, at the same venue.

Sports Writer: Mitzie Rose Villanueva
Graphics: Alliah Solis

06/09/2025

DEPED ISABEL DISTRICT 2 TEACHERS COMPLETE 2-DAY CAPACITY BUILDING ON EXPANDED CAREER PROGRESSION SYSTEM

Teachers from Isabel 2 District successfully concluded a 2-day District-based Capacity Building Program on the Expanded Career Progression System for Teachers and School Heads in the Department of Education. The program, held at Matlang National High School covered court, took place from September 5-6, 2025.

The capacity building aimed to promote professional development and career advancement of teachers and school heads based on set qualifications and professional standards.

This initiative ensures that the organization retains its best talents by providing remuneration commensurate with their qualifications and competencies, as well as offering other means of job satisfaction and fulfillment.

The program was anchored on Executive Order No. 174 s.2022, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and the DBM-DepEd Joint Circular No. 1, s. 2025.

By enhancing their understanding of the Expanded Career Progression System, teachers and school heads are better equipped to navigate their career paths and contribute to the department's goals.

04/09/2025

LET'S BRING HOME THE WIN! 🏀🏆

Join us tomorrow to Sunday as we cheer on our Kilaton Basketball Team in the ISABELympics 2025: Basketball Interhigh! Let's make some noise and show them our support!

Graphic design: Alliah Solis

31/08/2025

MNHS SECURES COMMANDING 103–37 WIN AGAINST HCPSII IN MEN'S BASKETBALL

Matlang National High School (MNHS) claimed a strong 103–37 victory over Holy Child Parish School of Isabel Inc. (HCPSII) in the opening game of the Men’s Basketball Inter-High School Single Round Robin at the Galicano N. Ruiz Center (GNRC) on Sunday, August 31, during the SIDLAK ISABELympics 2025.

MNHS will face Isabel National Comprehensive School (INCS) in their second elimination game this Friday, September 5, at the same venue.

Sports Writer: Kirth Lester Flores
Graphics: Alliah Solis

30/08/2025

MNHS FIRST GAME🏀

Let's rally behind our Kilaton team as they take on Holy Child Parish School of Isabel Inc. (HCPSII) in the SIDLAK ISABELympics 2025: Basketball Interhigh!

Show your school pride and let's fill the stands! See you tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. at the Galicano N. Ruiz Center in Isabel, Leyte! 👋🏻

Let's bring home the win and make our school proud! 💪🏀

30/08/2025

IN PHOTOS: 1st Quarter Portfolio Day 2025

Photographer: Denzel Diaz

29/08/2025

29/08/2025

MNHS CULMINATES BUWAN NG WIKA ‘25

Matlang National High School (MNHS) capped its month-long celebration of Buwan ng Wika with a culminating program featuring cultural showcases, performances, and competitions at the MNHS Gymnasium on August 29.

The program opened with the Parade of Native Costumes, where students displayed vibrant Filipiniana and Barong Tagalog attire. The award for Best Costume went to Angel Samantha Ompad and Jamir Iyan Crisostomo from Grade 7, Keith Daplas and Rhyssia Centino from Grade 8, Lianna Aguipo and John Carillo from Grade 9, Kian Nicole Gabriel and Justine Aldiano from Grade 10, Cris Angel Roche and Michael Jay Centino from Grade 11, and Rhayne Britney Juntilla and Denzil Diaz from Grade 12.

As part of the celebration, announcements of winners from different contests were also showcased during the program.

For the “Iispel Mo Contest,” Queenie Paredes bagged the 1st Place award, Jeddah Tordillo was the 2nd Placer, and Alexis Gail Pateña was the 3rd Placer.

In the “Bidyokasiya Contest,,” Mitzie Rose Villanueva was declared Champion and will represent MNHS in the upcoming district competition, followed by Arianna Faith Autida as the 2nd Placer and Henry Gabriel Rubillios as the 3rd Placer.

For the “Pagsulat ng Sanaysay Contest,” Lianna Aguipo secured the 1st Place, with Kyla Niña Jane Seco as the 2nd Placer, and Myra Orello as the 3rd Placer.

Meanwhile, in the “Pagtula Contest,” Martha Cerro emerged as Champion, while Aisha Hyacinth Lasquites claimed the 2nd Place and Leahnice Cabalejo took the 3rd Place.

The afternoon program featured one of the celebration’s most anticipated highlights — the Coronation Night of Lakan at Lakambini.

Guest speaker Hon. Julito Brocoy reminded everyone of the value of the Filipino language, saying: “Let us love our national language because it is what defines us, our character, our relationship with others, and our nation. It gives us both distinction and unity.”

Overall, the culmination of Buwan ng Wika was successfully carried out, reinforcing the spirit of unity, cultural pride, and love for the Filipino language and heritage.

Writers: Jelyca Joy Albarico & Shekenah Villacarlos

Photographers: Shella Mae Camugao, Denzel Diaz, Jenilyn Maluya, Angel Becera, & Princess Niña Lyn Agustin

29/08/2025

MNHS CROWNS ISADA, RAYOS LAKAN AT LAKAMBINI ‘25

Jaymark Isada and Giean Faith Rayos of Grade 11 crowned as the Matlang National High School's Lakan at Lakambini 2025 during the Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa with a theme "Paglinang sa Filipino at Katutubong Wika: Makasaysayan sa Pagkakaisa ng Bansa" held at MNHS' Covered Court on August 29.

Jhun Jade Belicario from Grade 10 and Denielle Krizel P. Sequito from Grade 9 secured the 1st runner-up spot, followed by Grade 7 representatives Chuilou Colanggo and Romina Grace Welk as 2nd runners-up, while Grade 8’s Billy James Cabahug and Grade 12 representative Daniella Baclea-an claimed 3rd runner-up, Grade 9’s Chanley C. Baloria and Grade 8’s Mae Ann Roche as 4th runner-up, and Grade 12 representative Stevi Blanch Pogoy with Grade 10 representative Chiena Marie Colarte as 5th runner-up.

For the Minor Awards, Jaymark Isada and Denielle Krizel Sequito received the Best in Production Number, Chanley C. Baloria and Sequito won Best in Talent, Billy Jones Colanggo and Sequito bagged Most Popular Award, Colanggo and Sequito earned Best in Photogenic, Isada and Sequito secured Best in Barong and Filipiniana Attire, and finally, Isada with Giean Faith Rayos were hailed as King and Queen of Kuratsa.

Special Awards were also given to the contestants, with Billy James Cabahug and Mae Ann Roche recognized as Mr. and Ms. R Events, Chanley Baloria and Denielle Krizel Sequito named Mr. and Ms. Kitty Aesthetic, and Stevi Blanch Pogoy together with Mae Ann Roche awarded as Mr. and Ms. Estilo de Glamurosa.

"Honestly, I wasn't expecting to win because it is my first time on competing on this kind of contest, especially pageants, and what I currently feeling is quite hilarious, a bit ecstatic, and quanterfount, because I am feeling there's tremendous amount of energy and emotion, as well as numerous emotions. I would like to thank God for making me reach this part of my life, and I would also like to thank my family – the foundation of this event – and once again I would thank everyone who was there and was able to support throughout the event. Thank you, and God bless,”expressed by Lakan Jaymark Isada in an exclusive interview.

Judges of the said competition include Mrs. Sheila Mae M. Aragones, Mrs. Maria Eliza Requitillo and Mr. Ian Rev Retuya

The program started with their Production Number, followed by the Talent Display, Parade of Barong and Filipiniana Attire, Q & A portion and the Kuratsa of the Lakan and Lakambini.

Words of recognition and gratitude were offered to the parents, sponsors, KaMaFil (Filipino Club), The Sniper, Department of Filipino Coordinator Mrs. Nenette Dondon, Scouts, Teachers, Kilaton Band and Lyre Corps, and the hosts for their invaluable support to the event.

News Writer: Arianne Laurente