The Hillside Echo - Senior

21/10/2025

𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻 '𝟮𝟱

Signifying their efforts, educators and staff of Filamer Christian University (FCU) Basic Education received awards and brought back achievements during the Department of Education - Roxas City Tinimakasan Awards 2025 at the Capiz Gymnasium, October 17.

FCU personnel who were recognized included Senior High School (SHS) staff John Lester Farinas, awarded as Outstanding Non-Teaching Personel Level 1 for Private Schools, while SHS teachers Jessa Cagay and Janrie Agam were proclaimed as Finalists for Outstanding Private Schools Teachers in Grade 11 to 12 Key Stage.

Additionally, Junior High School (JHS) teachers Ferdinand Taytayon and Jethel Joy Ruto were also hailed as Finalists for Outstanding Private School Teachers in Grade 7 to 10 Key Stage.

Elementary teachers Paul Jade Burgos and Maria Joela Lopez were declared Finalists for Outstanding Private School Teachers in Grade 4 to 6 Key Stage, whereas Cyrell Garingo was hailed Finalist for Outstanding Private School Teachers in Kindergarten to Grade 3 Key Stage.

According to Agam, the awardees prepared their accomplishments in the school year 2024-2025, including the recognitions in the teaching and non-teaching field as personnel of the school and as part of the Schools Division of Roxas City.

"As a finalist, it is both an honor and a challenge. This award signifies that as an educator, quality education by joining different competitions and also recognized your efforts in the name of education," Agam said.

Farinas shared some words, emphasizing that support from others made the achievement possible.

“Honestly, I’m still surprised that I won the award for Outstanding Private Non-Teaching Personnel Level I in Tinimakasan 2025. [...] I never imagined receiving such an award [...] It may not have been part of my plans, but I believe this is God’s plan for me," Farinas said.

He highlighted that there are those who would support you, even if you don't support yourself.

"It shows that even when you don’t fully believe in yourself, as long as there are people who see your potential and believe in your abilities, your hard work will eventually be recognized," he added.

Despite the tiresome workloads of requirements, Cagay remarked that it is recognition of her dedication and hard work as a teacher.

"Masasabi kong hindi naging madali ang proseso [...] Ngunit, sa bawat hakbang na ito, pinapaalala ko sa aking sarili na ang aking tunay na layunin ay hindi ang parangal, kundi ang pagpapakita kung paano ako nagsilbi nang buong puso bilang g**o," she shared.

FCU also garnered the Hall of Fame award for Private Big School Elementary Category.

Tinimakasan is an initiative by the Department of Education Schools Division of Roxas City that recognizes personnels and educational institutions in the education sector in the Roxas City that contribute to the improve the quality of education, with outstanding performance in their respective roles.

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✍️🖌️ | Dexter Villaluna

21/10/2025

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝘁

They can silence activists, forge documents, and hide stolen funds, but they cannot bribe a storm. We are not victims of floods, but of broken promises and complacency.

On October 18, the province of Capiz was pinned down by strong winds and rain brought by Typhoon Ramil. It plundered almost the entire Roxas City for the first time. Houses wept, roads were submerged, and people sought help on social media. We have thrown away not only our natural defenses against storms but also against corruption and greed.

According to Westernpacificweather, Roxas City recorded 366 millimeters of rain from October 18 to 19, which is the second highest 24-hour rainfall ever since 1903 and the highest ever in October. Reports from the Daily Tribune, Inquirer.net, and RDRRMC-6 confirmed five deaths and over 72,000 individuals affected in Capiz. Despite the swift response of the Local Government Units (LGUs) through rescue operations, the late warnings of the NDRRMC left everyone unprepared. Floodwaters reaching chest-level overwhelmed the city, submerging neighborhoods. Wetlands, rivers, lakes, and forests that protected the city were cemented, quarried, or lost to urban expansion. Unleashing floods of poor planning and neglect.

Billions poured into the land, yet it leaks as if poured into a hole. According to the Sumbong sa Pangulo website, Capiz received 1.1 billion pesos for flood control projects from 2022 to 2024. Yet drainage systems failed, river controls crumbled, and new roads washed away. Landslides, collapsed road portions, and sinkholes followed, along with destruction of properties, damage to agricultural crops, and wrecked infrastructure. We patch the damage, click for photos, and call it progress—but billions in projects become billions in waste.

Even refuge becomes a burden. Hundreds of people, especially students and teachers, were forced to leave the Capiz Gymnasium because payment increased the longer they remained. Five hours outside, no shelter, food, light, or water. People cry for help amid the storm, yet are ignored unless payment is involved. Proof of a system without compassion.

“Bangon Capiz” and “Pray for Capiz” will always fade as they do after a few weeks. But this time it can be different. Forgetting is surrender; ignoring is a comfortable poison.

Progress is not measured by the number of roads built, but by the lives protected. Resilience without change is not strength—it's survival without direction. A continuously neglected community will always be cursed by floods. We need not just the rebuilding of structures but also the reenactment of responsibility and accountability. If nothing is done, the cycle of neglect will persist. 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗱-𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺.

Progress demands accountability, transparency, and long-term planning that benefits both the people and the land. No matter how high we build our buildings, the waters and the consequences will always return. Capiz has paid its share of nature’s debt. It's time that the government pays its own.

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✍ | Chai Lordyne Cornepillo
🖌 | Shamietha Beatingo

20/10/2025

𝗙𝗖𝗨@𝟭𝟮𝟭 | The search for Miss Filamer 2025 has been moved to November 6 from its original schedule on October 24, according to event organizers.

The adjustment was made due to the massive flooding that recently affected the city and the rescheduling of the Founder’s Week celebration.

The event will still take place at the FCU Gym, featuring candidates vying for the crown as one of the highlights of the university’s anniversary activities.

The 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒂𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝒅𝒂𝒚 in FCU is coming soon!

Get ready to witness elegance, confidence, and Filamerian pride as Miss Filamer 2025 takes center stage.

Originally set for October 24, the most-awaited pageant has been moved to 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗖𝗨 𝗚𝘆𝗺.

Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and come cheer for your favorites as we crown the next Miss Filamer!

The event is hosted by the Alumni Association Incorporated of FCU.

20/10/2025

FCU calls for donations for the victims of the massive flooding due to Typhoon Ramil.

See post for details and ways to help.

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

In light of the recent massive flooding in Roxas City, Filamer Christian University, Inc. through its Community Extension/Outreach Office is calling for donations to aid affected families and communities.

For in-kind donations:
•Hygiene Easentials
•Blankets
•Beddings
•Water and Rice

Drop-off Location:

Community Extension/Outreach Office, FCU Main Campus, Roxas Avenue, Roxas City, Capiz

Contact Details:
6212-317 or 09129232326

We will accept donations until October 24, Friday.

Your support can bring comfort, relief, and hope to those in need.

20/10/2025

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | Showcasing skill and teamwork, spikers and ballers from various departments took over the court on the final day of Sports Fest 2025 at the FCU Gym, October 18.

However, some matches were postponed due to weather conditions and will be rescheduled for a later date.




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✍🏻 | Kelly Bocala
📷 | Kelly Bocala, Reyvince Lamerez, Andrei Cordova, Mary Emily Roxas

19/10/2025

Extend your kindness to those affected by Typhoon Ramil. Every bit of help matters. 🙏🏻

You may donate food, clothing, or basic essentials to support flood victims of Roxas City. Drop off your donations at the Filamer Christian University Guard House from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the collection period.

The activity will take place on Tuesday, October 21, with preparations and collection in the days prior.

All donations will be handled with full transparency, with records of collected items and distributions shared with donors.

19/10/2025

𝗥𝗢𝗫𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗜𝗦 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗗 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗬

The Sangguniang Panglungsod has placed Roxas City in a state of calamity by the virtue of Resolution 263-2025 this afternoon following City Government’s recommendation due to widespread flooding brought by continuous heavy rains since yesterday.

The declaration allows the local government to mobilize resources, extend immediate assistance to affected residents, and implement necessary disaster response measures.

Based on initial data from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), a total of 835 families or 2,773 individuals have evacuated to various evacuation centers in Roxas City due to the effects of flooding, and one confirmed death was recorded.

Source:
https://www.facebook.com/share/14MBoHKpV79/?mibextid=wwXIfr

19/10/2025

𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗪𝗔 | Pila ka mga netizens ang nagpabutyag sang ila mga madalum nga pagkadismaya kag opinyon natuhoy sa gulpi kag taas nga pagbaha nga nakaapekto sa probinsya, ilabi na gid sa siyudad sang Roxas, kasunod sang paglaslas sang Tropical Storm “Ramil”.

Suno sa pila ka mga Facebook posts, ang pagbaha ang nagapamatuod nga kinahanglan sang daku nga “accountability” ilabi na gid sa palpak nga pag-implementar sang mga flood control projects kag flood mitigation funds.

Nasambit man ang problema sa drainage system sang siyudad, kag ang indi komprehensibo nga paandam sang National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) paagi sa emergency alert system, isa sa mga nalantaw nga rason ngaman wala ka preparar ang mga apektado sa baha.

Nagsinggitan man ang iban nga indi “enough” ang band-aid solutions kaangay sang ayuda kundi isa ka konkreto nga plano agud epektibo nga makontrol ang baha, kag malikawan ang epekto sini.

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✍️ | Ayeesha Baguio

19/10/2025

𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗸𝗮𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗼! 🌧

Padayon sa pagbubo ang lapta nga ulan (light to moderate) sa siyudad sang Roxas. nga dala sang Bagyong Ramil.

Ginalauman nga magkagwa sa Philippine Area of Responsibility ang bagyo bwas nga adlaw.

19/10/2025

𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 ‼️

19/10/2025

𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗱; 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆

The university has rescheduled the Founder’s Week activities originally scheduled for tomorrow, October 20 to 24.

The Opening Program is moved to Thursday, October 23, and Miss Filamer will be held as scheduled on October 24. Meanwhile, other activities will be rescheduled accordingly.

The suspension of classes was earlier announced by the City Government as a result of the massive flood since yesterday.

Source: https://web.facebook.com/share/p/1AC3o5hiGw/