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BCFI - Pristine PRISTINE: The Official School Publication of Blancia College Foundation, Inc.

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I WinThe day had drained everything from her—the endless lectures, the weight of deadlines,the quiet battles no one ...
19/12/2025

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I Win

The day had drained everything from her—
the endless lectures, the weight of deadlines,
the quiet battles no one thought to ask about.
Her bag was heavier than usual,
not because of books,
but because of the effort she carried inside her.

Yet as the sun leaned low and the corridors emptied,
a smile found its way to her face.

It wasn’t loud.
It wasn’t meant to be seen.
It came softly, like a sigh of relief—
a thank you whispered to the day for letting her survive it.

She smiled for the quiz she passed,
for the lesson she finally understood,
for the simple fact that she showed up
even when her strength begged her not to.

In that quiet smile lived gratitude—
for small victories that rarely earn applause,
for progress measured not in awards
but in endurance.

And in that moment,
as her tired feet carried her home,
she realized that sometimes,
winning is simply making it through the day
with hope still intact.

Words by Andrea Viña
Photo by Jesp Mangila
Design by Abegail Rollion

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 I 22 Pass LET as Institution Posts 90.91% Passing RateA total of 22 graduates from the institution passed the Septe...
19/12/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 I 22 Pass LET as Institution Posts 90.91% Passing Rate

A total of 22 graduates from the institution passed the September 2025 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), according to results released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). The institution posted an overall 90.91% passing rate for the examination period.

Of the total number of passers, two (2) are graduates of the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) program, while tweenty (20) completed the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED) program.

The LET is a national licensure examination required for individuals seeking to practice the teaching profession in the Philippines. The September 2025 results contribute to the institution’s board examination performance for teacher education programs.

The institution extends its heartfelt congratulations to the 22 newly licensed professional teachers for their hard work, perseverance, and dedication. Their achievement marks a proud milestone for the graduates, their families, and the academic community that supported them.

Words and Design by Shekinah Tangara

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I BreathA hush drifts through the morning air,So light it barely stirs a hair,Yet in its breath, a truth is spunA qu...
18/12/2025

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I Breath

A hush drifts through the morning air,
So light it barely stirs a hair,
Yet in its breath, a truth is spun
A quiet thanks to everyone.

It curls around the window frame,
Soft as a candle’s smallest flame,
And settles where our worries lie,
A gentle hand, a softer sigh.

For moments brief but deeply felt,
For kindnesses that made us melt,
For every smile that lit our way
The whisper rises day by day.

It speaks in notes too calm to hear
Unless our hearts lean close, sincere;
A promise wrapped in silver tone,
We never walk this world alone.

So may we hear, in stillness wide,
The gratitude we hold inside,
A tender voice, serene and true
A whispered thanks from me to you.

Words by Jerick Saban
Photo by Elaiza Macasasa
Design by Abegail Rollion

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I Gentle LanguageGratitude does not always arrive as a grand gesture.Often, it comes quietly—soft as the rustle of l...
17/12/2025

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I Gentle Language

Gratitude does not always arrive as a grand gesture.
Often, it comes quietly—soft as the rustle of leaves,
gentle as a breath released after a long day.
It hides in moments we almost overlook:
the warmth of sunlight resting on our skin,
the steady presence of a friend who listens,
the patient guidance of those who believe in us
even when we doubt ourselves.

Each small kindness is a whisper,
calling us to notice the beauty tucked
into the corners of ordinary days.
A teacher’s gentle reminder,
a classmate’s shared laughter,
a family member’s silent support—
all these become echoes of comfort
we carry without realizing their weight.

When the world grows loud and uncertain,
these whispers ground us.
They remind us that we are held
by a network of unseen care—
woven from gestures so simple
yet powerful enough to steady a wavering heart.

And so, I learn to pause.
To listen.
To gather these quiet offerings
like fragile petals in my hands.
For in their softness lies a truth:
life is never measured only by its storms,
but by the gentle voices that guide us through them.

These are the whispers of gratitude—
the ones that ask for nothing
yet give everything.
And in hearing them,
I become more aware,
more present,
more open to the grace found
in every humble, ordinary day.

Words by Jhamaico Urot
Photo by Khailla Tantong
Design by Abegail Rollion

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I Quiet CourageThere are victories that never appear on score sheets and strengths that pass unnoticed in crowded ha...
16/12/2025

𝗪𝗢𝗚 I Quiet Courage

There are victories that never appear on score sheets and strengths that pass unnoticed in crowded halls. This piece is written for those moments—small, steady, and often unnamed.

Each day begins with weight: lessons to master, expectations to meet, thoughts left unsaid. Still, students show up. Not always confident, not always ready, but present. Sometimes courage looks like staying seated through a long lecture while the mind is heavy, or submitting work that was finished with doubt rather than certainty. Sometimes it is simply choosing not to disappear.

There are days when effort is met with silence, when results fall short, and when progress feels invisible. These moments linger quietly, shaping something deeper than achievement. They teach how to pause without surrendering, how to recover without applause, how to continue even when direction feels unclear.

As another year approaches, this reflection rests gently among those unspoken efforts. It does not seek to name every struggle or highlight every triumph. It exists to acknowledge what persists in the background—the steady resolve that grows through repetition, patience, and quiet endurance.

This is not a celebration of perfection, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. Of returning the next day. Of trying again. For those who move forward without being seen, this stands as a silent recognition—one student to another.

Words by Angelyn Ybanez
Photo by Elaiza Macasasa
Design by Abegail Rollion

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲In a world often filled with noise and haste, Whispers of Gratitude gently invites us to pause, ref...
16/12/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲

In a world often filled with noise and haste, Whispers of Gratitude gently invites us to pause, reflect, and listen. This heartfelt initiative is a daily celebration of appreciation, where words become vessels of thankfulness and stories transform into quiet tributes of the heart. Each day, a carefully crafted literary piece is shared—an ode, a reflection, or a short prose—expressing one person’s gratitude for another, reminding us that even the smallest acknowledgment can carry profound meaning.

Whispers of Gratitude is more than a collection of writings; it is a living tapestry of human connection. Through these daily narratives, we honor teachers who inspire, friends who stay, family who nurture, and strangers whose kindness leaves an imprint. Every piece is a reminder that gratitude does not always need a grand stage—it thrives in sincerity, in soft words, and in honest emotions.

As each whisper is released into the day, it creates a ripple of warmth, encouraging readers to recognize the goodness around them and to express thanks more freely. In sharing these stories, we foster a culture of appreciation, empathy, and mindful living—one page, one voice, one grateful heart at a time.

Come, read with us. Let the words settle. Let gratitude speak softly yet powerfully. In these whispers, may you find reflections of your own thankfulness—and perhaps the courage to share it too.

Design by Abegail Rollion

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 I BCFI Clinches Ms. MPPSTA 2025 Crown at Teachers’ Association GatheringMolave, Zamboanga del Sur — The Molave Priv...
13/12/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 I BCFI Clinches Ms. MPPSTA 2025 Crown at Teachers’ Association Gathering

Molave, Zamboanga del Sur — The Molave Private and Public School Teachers Association (MPPSTA) successfully held its much-anticipated event today, bringing together educators from various institutions under the theme “Strengthening Educators for a Sustainable Future.”

Highlighting the celebration was the back-to-back victory of Blancia College Foundation, Inc. (BCFI) as it once again claimed the prestigious Ms. MPPSTA 2025 title. Representing BCFI with grace, confidence, and advocacy, Ms. Novem Urot was crowned this year’s titleholder, earning admiration from both the judges and the audience.

The event was attended by representatives and members from five participating groups, namely Molave West, Molave East, Sacred Heart Diocesan School, Blancia College Foundation Inc., Molave Vocational Technical School, and Molave Senior Teachers Association. Their presence underscored the unity and shared commitment of educators across both active and retired sectors in advancing quality education in the municipality.

Adding significance to the occasion, the program was graced by Atty. Maria Kristina Jihan Bana-Glepa, the wife of Municipal Mayor Mr. Cyril Glepa, whose presence showed strong support from the local government for initiatives that uplift and empower educators.

Through meaningful activities and celebrations, the MPPSTA event emphasized the vital role of teachers in shaping a sustainable future, not only through academic instruction but also through leadership, collaboration, and community involvement.

With BCFI’s continued success and the strong participation of educational institutions, the MPPSTA gathering once again proved to be a testament to the resilience, excellence, and unity of Molave’s educators.

Words by Shekinah Tangara
Photos by Joya Alforque

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 I Finally! Mana naChristmas break plans reveal:Tulog na parang may hinahabol na trauma, K-drama na 12 epis...
13/12/2025

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 I Finally! Mana na

Christmas break plans reveal:
Tulog na parang may hinahabol na trauma, K-drama na 12 episodes a day, kaunting iyak para sa character development, at bagong gupit para magmukhang okay kahit hindi.

Babalik din naman kami. Hindi pa sure kung mas matalino, pero siguradong mas mahimbing ang tulog at mas fresh ang aura.

Pwede ring may bagong level sa overthinking skills, at upgraded sarcasm para sa mga next semester assignments. Pero syempre, may bonus pa rin: konting glow-up, konting confidence.

- Monai
Illustrated by Raine Sadili

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 I BrainRot“Exam pa ni or listahan sa sud-an? Asking for a friend.”Usahay sa exam, dili lang gyud ang pangu...
11/12/2025

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 I BrainRot

“Exam pa ni or listahan sa sud-an? Asking for a friend.”

Usahay sa exam, dili lang gyud ang pangutana ang lisod, apil na ang katapad nga di pakopya. Kay kung di ka niya tabangan, ang imong papel murag grocery list man nuon ug dagway.

Bisan unsa nimo ug pangayo sa imong classmate, “di ko, bahala ka dira” ra ang tubag, mao nang imong brain ni-shutdown ug ni-reboot, to tocino. Tocino? Seriously, brain??

Pero okay ra, kay at least dili empty ang answer sheet. Ug kung sitahon ka sa teacher, ingna nalang: “Ma’am, nag-follow lang ko sa gisugo sa akong heart… ug ang akong heart kay gigutom.”

Mao bitaw, lesson learned: mag-review ta next time, or mangita ta’g classmate nga buotan. Pero karon? Mangaon nalang ta’g tocino, kay maoy ni-human sa atong exam.

- Monai
Illustrated by Raine Sadili

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 I Laban vs. Layas“Jingle Bells sa labas…”“Santa ‘Help me!’ sa loob ng exam paper ko.”Sa labas, full ‘Holid...
09/12/2025

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 I Laban vs. Layas

“Jingle Bells sa labas…”
“Santa ‘Help me!’ sa loob ng exam paper ko.”

Sa labas, full ‘Holiday Era’ na sila. Kami dito stuck pa rin sa ‘Academic Survival Arc.’ Habang sila nag-‘slay’ sa Christmas outfits, kami nag-‘pray’ na hindi ma-zero sa exam. Literal na same month, different multiverse.

Habang yung iba nag-iisip ng pang-exchange gift, kami nag-iisip kung saan nag-exchange yung brain cells namin. Pero okay lang… dahil after ng exams, makukuha rin namin ang tunay na regalo: tulog na walang guilt.

- Monai
Illustrated by Raine Sadili

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗨𝗽, 𝗕𝗖𝗙𝗜𝗮𝗻𝘀!The Preliminary Examination for the Second Semester will officially begin on Tuesday, December 09. Thi...
07/12/2025

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗨𝗽, 𝗕𝗖𝗙𝗜𝗮𝗻𝘀!

The Preliminary Examination for the Second Semester will officially begin on Tuesday, December 09.

This marks an important milestone in your academic journey, where your preparation and determination will be put to the test.

The Prelims is not just an assessment of what you know—it reflects how much you’ve learned and contributes significantly to your final grades. So give it your best! Always remember:

“Those who prepare with focus, discipline, and courage are the ones who succeed.”

Prepare well and face the test of knowledge with confidence.

Good luck to everyone!

Words by Angelyn Ybanez
Design by Francesca Torres

𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗟 I ₱500 Noche Buena? The Math Ain’t MathingChristmas in the Philippines is known to be special. And what makes ...
04/12/2025

𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗟 I ₱500 Noche Buena? The Math Ain’t Mathing

Christmas in the Philippines is known to be special. And what makes it special? Filipinos sitting together at one table at night, sharing precious moments while enjoying the traditional hamon, queso de bola, pancit, spaghetti, lechon, or even the simplest “handa.”

This holiday season would be especially meaningful for Filipinos after suffering theft at the hands of our own officials and facing countless challenges this year. Yet the government still managed to deny even the simplest Noche Buena—claiming that P500 is enough to celebrate the most magical time of the year.

What makes it more insulting is how lightly the statement was delivered—laughing as if it were the funniest joke known to mankind. It might seem like a “small laugh” to some, but for Filipinos who struggle daily, it felt like their reality was being mocked.

The truth is simple: either they didn’t consider that we’re no longer living in the old times, or they just don’t care; there’s nothing in between. We’re already in 2025, where prices rise almost every month due to inflation. Anyone who shops at the palengke or grocery stores knows how even the smallest spices have become more expensive and can easily drain a family’s budget. Yet the government expects us to squeeze all ingredients into a P500 budget. Maybe P500 can produce a traditional “handa,” but it’s far from ideal.

It is deeply unfair that officials can treat Noche Buena as something that can be reduced to the cheapest meal possible when they themselves spend millions in a single sitting. When families face shortages, rising prices, and corruption, they deserve empathy, respect and honesty, and not unrealistic claim and laughter

Again, P500 is not enough.
Not in this economy.
Not this year.
Not after everything Filipinos have endured.

Words by Hope Butaslac
Illustrated by Zandra Tomas

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