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09/06/2026

📰 NEWS: Group Assessment in English and Math Conducted; Literacy and Numeracy Skills of Grades 7–10 Evaluated

CARMEN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL – On the second day of the Opening Block during the first week of classes, a systematic and organized Group Assessment was conducted for learners from Grade 7 to 10, covering the subjects of English and Mathematics.

The activity was spearheaded and successfully implemented by the dedicated faculty members of the English Department: Sir Vincent F. Manzo (Grade 7), Ma’am Sheenna Lee M. Fregon (Grades 8 & 9), and Ma’am Ma. Cristina F. Mazo (Grade 10). Meanwhile, the Mathematics Department team was composed of Ma’am Ochin G. Barcelona (Grade 7), Sir Ronnie M. Fetalvero (Grade 8), Ma’am Vina V. Tome (Grade 9), and Ma’am Nikka Jane F. Gabayno (Grade 10). The smooth ex*****on of this undertaking was made possible through the exemplary leadership and valuable guidance of the School Principal, Sir Job F. Mallorca, who laid down the key activities and guidelines to be carried out throughout the opening week of classes.

The primary objective of this assessment is to determine and evaluate the learners’ level of readiness and academic proficiency, specifically focusing on their literacy and numeracy skills. This serves as a vital step to identify the current standing of each student, measure their mastery of fundamental concepts, and pinpoint specific competencies that require further development and strengthening.

As part of the evaluation process, standardized assessment tools were utilized: the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) for English, and the Readiness in Mathematics Assessment (RMA) together with the Diagnostic Test on Numeracy (DUNT) for Mathematics. These Department of Education instruments are designed to achieve the following specific goals:

✅ Determine the proficiency level of each learner in reading comprehension and mathematical skills, classifying them based on their performance and understanding;
✅ Serve as a baseline data for teachers in designing appropriate teaching strategies, learning materials, and intervention programs that directly address the specific needs of the students; and
✅ Identify learners who require additional guidance and support, ensuring they are properly enrolled and included in the ARAL Program (Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning) – a significant DepEd initiative designed to provide extra opportunities and targeted interventions for learners needing assistance to improve their skills and keep pace with the learning process.

The ARAL Program aims to bridge learning gaps and ensure that every student receives the necessary support to recover and enhance their academic competencies.

According to the subject teachers, the results of this assessment will serve as a crucial guide to improve and adjust instructional approaches, ensuring that no learner is left behind. This initiative stands as a testament to the school’s commitment, under the leadership of Sir Job F. Mallorca, to uphold quality education, continuously enhance literacy and numeracy standards, and guarantee that every student receives the appropriate attention and support needed for their academic success.

09/06/2026

📰 BALITA: Pangkatang Pagtatasa sa Filipino, Isinagawa sa Carmen National High School; Antas ng Kahandaan at Kakayahang Pampagkatuto, Sinuri

CARMEN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL – Sa ikalawang araw ng Opening Block sa unang linggo ng pagbubukas ng klase, masusi at maayos na isinagawa ang Pangkatang Pagtatasa sa asignaturang Filipino para sa mga mag-aaral mula Baitang 7 hanggang 10.

Ang nasabing gawain ay pinangasiwaan at isinakatuparan ng mga tapat at dedikadong g**o ng Filipino, sina Ma'am Nikka Jane F. Gabayno, Sir Von Cristian B. Moral, Ma'am Ma. Cristina F. Mazo, at Ma'am Reena Danielle Olivar. Ang matagumpay na pagsasagawa ng aktibidad na ito ay nakabatay sa magiting na pamumuno at mahalagang gabay ng Punong G**o na si Sir Job F. Mallorca, na siyang naglatag ng mga pangunahing gawain at hakbang na dapat isagawa sa loob ng buong linggo ng pagbubukas ng klase.

Layunin ng pagtatasang ito na matukoy at masuri ang antas ng kahandaan ng mga mag-aaral sa kanilang pag-aaral, lalo na sa larangan ng kasanayan sa pagbasa at pag-unawa o reading and comprehension skills. Ito ay mahalagang hakbang upang malaman kung saang antas o yugto ng pagkatuto nakapwesto ang bawat mag-aaral at kung ano ang mga kasanayang kailangan pang linangin at pagtibayin.

Bahagi rin ng prosesong ito ang paggamit at pagsasagawa ng Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) – isang instrumento at pamamaraan ng DepEd na may mga sumusunod na tiyak na layunin:
✅ Alamin ang antas ng kakayahan ng mag-aaral sa pagbasa at pag-unawa;
✅ Maging batayan ng mga g**o sa pagbuo ng mga angkop na estratehiya, programa, at kagamitang panturo na tutugon sa tiyak na pangangailangan ng mga mag-aaral; at
✅ Matukoy kung sino sa mga mag-aaral ang nangangailangan ng karagdagang gabay at suporta, upang sila ay maisama at maging bahagi ng makabuluhang programa ng Kagawaran ng Edukasyon – ang ARAL Program (Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning).

Ang ARAL Program ay inilaan upang magbigay ng karagdagang pagkakataon at interbensyon para sa mga mag-aaral na nangangailangan ng tulong upang mapabuti ang kanilang kakayahan at makasabay sa takbo ng pagkatuto.

Ayon sa mga g**o ng Filipino, ang resulta ng pagtatasa ay magsisilbing gabay upang mas mapaganda at mapabuti ang paraan ng pagtuturo, at masig**o na walang mag-aaral ang maiiwan sa pagkatuto. Ang hakbang na ito ay patunay ng dedikasyon ng paaralan sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni Sir Job F. Mallorca na itaguyod ang kalidad na edukasyon, paunlarin ang pagmamahal at kahusayan sa wikang Filipino, at tiyakin na bawat mag-aaral ay nabibigyan ng angkop na pansin at suportang kailangan nila para sa kanilang tagumpay.

04/06/2026

📚✨ READY NA BA KAYONG PUMASOK? ✨📚

Maagang paggising, bagong gamit, bagong kaklase, at panibagong mga kuwento—handa na ba kayo, CNHSians? 🎒✏️

Sa June 8, 2026 (Lunes), muling bubuksan ng Carmen National High School ang mga pinto nito para sa panibagong taon ng pagkatuto, pagkakaibigan, at tagumpay.

Dalhin ang inyong sigla, ngiti, at determinasyon habang sabay-sabay nating sinisimulan ang panibagong school year. 💜💛

Kita-kits sa paaralan, CNHSians!








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27/03/2026

HERE'S TO THE JOURNEY WE'VE BUILT – JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL MOVING UP 2025!

Capturing moments, honoring progress, celebrating every step forward.

This souvenir program marks the incredible milestone of our Junior High School Class of 2026 – a testament to all the late nights studying, friendships forged, challenges overcome, and dreams taking flight.

From classroom lessons to campus adventures, we’ve grown not just as learners, but as individuals ready to take on the next chapter. Every effort has led us here, and every dream we hold is paving the way for what’s to come.

Warmest congratulations Class of 2026!🎉

26/03/2026

CARMEN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL proudly presents the Junior High School Academic Excellence Awardees - Class of 2026!

Congratulations!🎉

19/02/2026

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