10/02/2026
Eastian Journalists compete in the 44th Pasay City DSPC
Student journalists from The Fawn and Ang Libay participated in the 44th Pasay City Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC), with the theme โTruth, Trust, and Technology: Redefining Ethical Values-Driven Journalism In A Platform-Driven World,โ at Jose Rizal Elementary School on February 4โ5, 2026.
The program was opened by OIC, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, Mr. Quinn Norman O. Arreza, JD.
Following this, Ms. Myra R. Jaime, the President of the Pasay City Secondary School Paper Advisers Association, acknowledged the participants from different competing schools.
Leading the inspirational message, the Division Superintendent, Dr. Joel T. Torrecampo, Ceso VI, emphasized the importance of truth and journalism.
Performing the intermission number, selected students from Pasay City National Science High School serenaded the crowd, giving them a moment of entertainment.
Keynote Speaker, Ms. Iza Darlene Cay, GMA Integrated News reporter and producer, highlighted that no matter the field of interest, people must make their actions important to progress the nation.
โKnow your why in journalism,โ said Ms. Cay, emphasizing the importance of reason in the field of reporting.
Charging forward, Dr. Imelda V. Boquiren introduced the judges of each category as well as the resource speaker.
Guiding the crowd of young writers, Ms. Jianna Maizee B. Abella, a campus journalist from Pasay City West High School, took charge of leading the Journalist Creed, reminding students of their mission, values, and ethics.
Concluding the opening ceremony, Mr. Restituto I. Rodelas officially declared the contest to commence, marking Pasay Cityโs DSPCโs 44th year.
After announcing the launch of the 44th DSPC, contenders of each category were sorted and placed in their respective rooms, where they will perform their skills and talent in journalism.
Ms. Jinky F. Pastor and Ms. Maria Tarcila Nicole B. Pacora took charge as the masters of the ceremony.
Via: Derick Sistoso
Photo Courtesy: Derick Sistoso