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SNNHS Filipinian, Brgy. 24, Sta. Monica, San Nicolas (2026)

30/07/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 I 𝗦𝗡𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

A simultaneous earthquake drill at San Nicolas National High School (SNNHS) was temporarily halted on July 30 after students prematurely evacuated the buildings while the simulated ground shaking was still ongoing, prompting disaster officials to restart the exercise to reinforce proper emergency procedures.

The error was immediately noticed by Ms. Ryan Rollaine Simon, LDRRMO III and head of the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), who stopped the drill after observing students leaving the buildings while the alarms were still sounding. She instructed all participants to return to their original positions and repeat the procedure correctly.

Simon explained that evacuating while the ground is still shaking places people at risk of being struck by falling debris. Following her instructions, students and school personnel repeated the exercise and successfully completed the evacuation according to the proper earthquake response protocol.

During the post-evaluation of the drill, Simon emphasized the importance of continuous disaster preparedness and the active participation of the entire school community.

"Preparedness is really hard for us here because we do not know when the real earthquake starts, so the participation of each member of the community is important as we advocate earthquake drills. When the real earthquake happens, the students in the school will be prepared," Simon said.

The successful second attempt underscored the importance of correcting mistakes during disaster drills and demonstrated that effective preparedness depends not only on participation but also on the proper ex*****on of safety procedures.

The campus-wide exercise was conducted as part of the observance of National Disaster Resilience Month led by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte. It gathered approximately 1,800 students, more than 100 teaching personnel, and 24 non-teaching staff.

The drill was facilitated by the school's Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) team headed by Mrs. Nerry Deuz, Mr. Rosario Angelo Ramos, and Mr. Bobby Valdez, in coordination with local emergency response agencies.

The San Nicolas Police Station secured the school grounds and monitored the movement of participants throughout the exercise. Police Staff Sergeant Axl Bon Vinceneil F. Beting, Assistant C-A-D and Operations Officer, evaluated the evacuation routes used during the simulation to help assess the effectiveness of the school's emergency procedures.

Meanwhile, personnel from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) observed the exercise, focusing on evacuation speed and identifying possible hazards that could arise following an earthquake. SFO2 Donald L. Isaguirre, Deputy Municipal Fire Marshal, assessed the campus layout and its readiness for emergency response.

Medical responders also attended to learners affected by the day's extreme heat. During the drill, 11 learners experienced dizziness, three fainted, and one sustained a minor injury. All affected students received immediate medical attention on site.

According to the SDRRM Team, the exercise allowed students and personnel to identify errors, apply the proper earthquake response procedures, and strengthen the school's overall preparedness for future emergencies.

Via l Ronald Jay Miranda
Photos l Fulla Shenachlien Pascua, Santiago Marclyn Gil, Lyzr JM Parado and Lyka Yvette

28/06/2026

𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆.

SNNHS Filipinian brings you closer to Nagmanto through exclusive moments captured during the 𝗟𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗚 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗼𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹. From the excitement surrounding the screening to conversations with the people who brought the film to life, this feature offers a glimpse beyond the story and into the passion behind it.

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼.

21/06/2026

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 | 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺𝘀 𝗜𝘁𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳
𝘣𝘺 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘒𝘺𝘭𝘦𝘦 𝘊. 𝘉𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘰

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀.

Places where the sea remembers every departure. Where old churches hold centuries inside cracked walls. Where prayers travel farther than voices do. Where silence itself sounds familiar.

Ilocos is one of those places.

And perhaps that is why its stories continue to find their way into cinema - not because filmmakers force them into existence, but because the land has always been speaking on its own.

All someone had to do was listen.

For filmmaker Melver Gomez, cinema has become a way of translating what the North has long carried in silence. Through Pelikula Ilokana, he crafts films that feel less like fiction and more like memories unfolding onscreen. His works do not chase grandeur. They linger instead on weathered faces, roadside chapels, empty coastlines, trembling faith, inherited grief which are the kinds of details that mainstream cinema often leaves behind.

Because Ilokano cinema was never built on noise. It was built on truth.

In films like Ina Bulan, Karkarma, and other regional works under his direction, the frame itself feels rooted in the soil of Ilocos. The language is not merely spoken; it breathes. Rural spaces are not used as backgrounds but as living witnesses wherein even silence becomes dialogue. Gomez understands that the most powerful stories are not always the loudest ones.

Sometimes they arrive quietly, like wind entering an old ancestral home.

Over the years, that quietness began reaching farther than expected. His films earned recognition from regional and national film circles, including acclaim for Ina Bulan, which gained attention for its deeply human portrayal of Ilokano spirituality and womanhood. Yet even with awards and screenings beyond the North, his cinema remains grounded in the communities that shaped it.

Because for Pelikula Ilokana, filmmaking is not simply art but rather a cultural memory resisting disappearance.

And now, another story from that same land has finally found its way to the screen.

𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼.

A film that once lived in anticipation, now ready to be witnessed.

The story that was once waiting in the quiet has finally stepped into the light.

But already, it feels alive.

The word itself carries a haunting quality - something seen, sensed, remembered. And if Gomez’s body of work has proven anything, it is that Ilokano cinema knows how to transform haunting into poetry. Not horror for spectacle, but haunting as inheritance: the kind carried by old houses, forgotten names, unfinished prayers, and histories buried beneath ordinary life.

Nagmanto carries that same spirit. It invites audiences to enter a world shaped by memory, identity, and the quiet echoes of the North. It reflects the very essence of Pelikula Ilokana: a commitment to preserving stories that might otherwise fade with time. 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙛𝙤𝙡𝙠𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚, 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧, 𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙝.

The film takes another step in its journey as it becomes part of LAWAG: The Ilocos Norte Film Festival, bringing its voice to a larger audience while remaining deeply rooted in the land that inspired it.

In Ilokano cinema, the land is never passive. The cliffs, the windmills, the shorelines, the dust roads, the dusk skies, they do not simply appear onscreen. They participate. They remember. They speak.

The filmmaker only learns how to listen carefully enough to capture them.

For young Ilokano creatives, Nagmanto arrives as more than another regional film. It stands as reassurance that stories told in one’s own language can still move audiences far beyond home. It proves that authenticity itself can become cinematic.

And somewhere in the stillness of the North, while another story slowly takes shape, Ilokano cinema continues proving what it has always known that 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙨𝙤 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙗𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙣 𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙨.

The land has always had stories.
𝙉𝙖𝙜𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙡.

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𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘑𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘛𝘶𝘻𝘰𝘯

05/06/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 I 𝗦𝗡𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳

Reinforcing its commitment to developing a strong partnership between home and school, San Nicolas National High School (SNNHS) conducted its Parents' Orientation on June 5, 2026, at the school Covered Court in preparation for the opening of School Year 2026–2027.

The activity gathered parents and guardians from both the Junior High School and Senior High School departments to discuss important school policies, academic programs, and learner support initiatives that will guide the school community throughout the academic year.

The program formally commenced with a warm welcome from Mrs. Joean R. Baladad, Head Teacher III for English, who greeted the parents and guardians and thanked them for their continued support and partnership in the education of their children

A series of presentations followed to orient parents on key updates and policies for the new school year.

Mrs. Rachelle L. Ramos, Head Teacher III for Araling Panlipunan, discussed the implementation of the Three-Term School Calendar and its implications for academic scheduling and school activities.

Mrs. Liza P. Mangwag, Head Teacher III for Values Education and Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Principal, presented the guidelines on Classroom Assessment and Grading, providing parents with a clearer understanding of learner evaluation and academic performance monitoring.

Meanwhile, Mr. Jessiedave M. Quitoras, Head Teacher III for MAPEH, discussed the class programs for both Junior High School and Senior High School, ensuring parents were informed of class schedules and learning arrangements.

The orientation also featured a presentation on student discipline and behavior expectations by Mrs. Djoralyn D. Pasalo, Head Teacher III for Science, who emphasized the importance of responsible conduct in maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

To strengthen academic support mechanisms, Mrs. Lewalyn L. Constantino, Master Teacher I and Officer-in-Charge Head Teacher III for Filipino, introduced the Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) Program, highlighting interventions designed to help learners improve their literacy and numeracy competencies.

Parents were likewise briefed on the school's traffic management system by Mr. Johnsen-Virgil P. Calili, Master Teacher I and Officer-in-Charge Head Teacher III for TLE, who presented traffic flow guidelines aimed at ensuring the safety and orderly movement of students, parents, and vehicles within the school vicinity.

Precious Kylee C. Bernardo, SSLG President, presented the school's rules, policies, and learner-centered programs from the perspective of the student government. She likewise called for the continued support of parents and guardians in helping uphold school policies and ensuring the success of initiatives that benefit the student body.

The activity concluded with closing remarks from Mrs. Myann P. Macalma, Administrative Officer IV, who thanked parents for their participation and reaffirmed the school's commitment to providing quality, inclusive, and learner-centered education.

As classes officially begin on June 8, the successful conduct of the Parents' Orientation reinforced SNNHS's belief that meaningful collaboration among educators, parents, and learners is essential in building a supportive learning environment where every Filipinian can thrive.

Via l Precious Kylee Bernardo
Photos l Fulla Shenachlien Pascua and Athan James Tuzon

04/06/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 I 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝗸𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟰 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀

Armed with brooms, paint, and cleaning materials, volunteers from government agencies and community organizations gathered at San Nicolas National High School on Thursday, June 4, 2026, for the fourth day of Brigada Eskwela activities.

Among those who participated were the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Sangguniang Kabataan, 4Ps beneficiaries from Barangays 6, 7, 8, 9,10, and 11 of San Nicolas, including Barangay 7 of Sarrat, and the Supreme Secondary Learners Government (SSLG).

The volunteers cleaned classrooms, hallways, and different areas inside the campus in preparation for the opening of classes. Their efforts aimed to provide students with a cleaner and safer learning environment.

The DPWH also donated cleaning materials and paint to support the school’s preparations for the incoming school year.

Meanwhile, SSLG members prepared the school’s covered court for the orientation program scheduled for tomorrow. Chairs, tables, and other materials were arranged during the activity.

During an interview, DPWH Head of Planning and Designing Section Chona Dela Cruz shared her thoughts regarding the public perception of the agency.

“DPWH is one of the most criticized government agencies in the country. As a DPWH personnel, how do you respond to the public perception of the department?” she was asked.

Dela Cruz said the criticisms received by the agency serve as motivation for them to improve their work and public service.

“The criticisms became our strength to improve our highways. Despite the issues, it became our inspiration to show people that there are still dedicated public servants working sincerely for the community,” she said.

As the day continued, volunteers worked together under the heat of the afternoon to finish cleaning tasks across the campus. Some repainted walls and cleaned school grounds while others carried chairs and arranged materials for the upcoming orientation program.

Student leaders from the SSLG also took active roles in assisting volunteers and organizing preparations inside the covered court. Their participation reflected the growing involvement of youth leaders not only in school programs but also in community-driven activities.

The activity highlighted how cooperation between government agencies, community members, and student leaders can contribute to a more prepared and welcoming school environment for learners.

The fourth day of Brigada Eskwela served as another reminder that leadership is not only seen inside offices or classrooms, but also through service, volunteerism, and the willingness to help others prepare for a new school year.

Via l RJ Miranda
Photos l Fulla Shenachlien Pascua and Marclyn Santiago

04/06/2026

𝗠𝗢𝗝𝗢 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: COMMUNITY SPIRIT POWERS DAY 5!

Brigada Eskwela 2026 Day 5 showcased the strength of unity as government agencies, community volunteers, youth leaders, and school stakeholders joined forces to prepare San Nicolas National High School for the upcoming school year.

From cleaning classrooms and school grounds to organizing learning spaces and event preparations, every effort reflected a shared commitment to creating a safer, cleaner, and more welcoming environment for learners.

Together, service, leadership, and volunteerism continue to make a difference—one classroom at a time.

03/06/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 I 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝗸𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟯 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆

Campus preparation efforts intensify at San Nicolas National High School on June 3 as volunteers, educators, and partner sectors take part in clean-up, maintenance, and school enhancement activities ahead of the opening of classes under Brigada Eskwela.

The program brought together school personnel, parents, and volunteers who worked across different areas of the campus. Tasks included general clean-up, classroom preparation, and basic maintenance activities.

Representatives from the SPTA, the San Nicolas Water District, Latter-day Saints missionaries, and 4Ps beneficiaries from Barangays 7, 16, 22, 23, and 24 of Sarrat and San Nicolas also took part in the initiative.

Their participation formed part of the coordinated assistance provided to the school during the ongoing preparations.

The SPTA contributed snacks worth ₱5,000 for volunteers and personnel involved in the day’s activities. The provision supported those engaged in the various school preparation tasks.

Volunteers and school staff worked together in cleaning classrooms, organizing learning spaces, and carrying out maintenance work in several sections of the campus.

Additional efforts were focused on improving facilities and preparing areas intended for student use once classes begin.

Brigada Eskwela activities at San Nicolas National High School run from June 1 to June 5 as part of the school’s preparation for the new academic year.

The activities continue to gather participation from different sectors as part of the scheduled school maintenance program.

Via l RJ Miranda
Photos l Fulla Shenaclien

03/06/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 I 𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗡𝗡𝗛𝗦

San Nicolas National High School (SNNHS) culminated its implementation of the Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) Program through a meaningful Summer Culminating Program held at the school's Conference Hall on June 2.

The program formally opened with a warm welcome from Mrs. Maricel B. Agoot, who acknowledged the collective efforts of learners, tutors, parents, and school personnel in making the initiative a success. She emphasized the importance of academic interventions in helping students overcome learning gaps and regain confidence in their educational journey.

In her Words of Inspiration, Mrs. Liza P. Mangwag encouraged the learners to view the program as a stepping stone toward greater academic achievements. She reminded them that learning is a continuous process and that every effort invested in improving their skills contributes to a brighter future.

One of the highlights of the program was the presentation of the learners who participated in the various intervention initiatives. Mrs. Madel Y. Rosario introduced the learners enrolled in the ARAL Reading Program, while Miss Rosenda M. Posadas presented the participants of the Senior High School Remediation Program for Literacy. Meanwhile, Mrs. Maricel B. Agoot showcased the learners who underwent Senior High School Remediation in Mathematics, recognizing their commitment to improving their academic performance.

This year’s ARAL Program benefited a total of 12 learners under the Reading Program, composed of three Grade 7 learners, seven Grade 8 learners, one Grade 9 learner, and one Grade 10 learner. The Senior High School Remediation Program likewise supported one learner under Literacy and five learners under Numeracy, providing targeted interventions designed to address specific learning needs.

The success of the program was made possible through the dedication of the tutors who devoted their time and expertise to guide the learners throughout the summer. The ARAL Reading Program was facilitated by Mrs. Madel Y. Rosario and Mrs. Herlie Reynon, while Miss Rosenda M. Posadas handled the Senior High School Literacy Remediation Program. The Senior High School Numeracy Remediation Program was led by Mrs. Maricel B. Agoot, whose efforts helped learners strengthen their mathematical understanding and problem-solving skills.

To recognize the learners’ commitment and accomplishments, a certificate awarding ceremony was conducted by Mrs. Devine B. Ola. The awarding highlighted not only the participants’ completion of the program but also their determination to overcome academic challenges and strive for continuous improvement.

Adding a heartfelt touch to the celebration, ARAL learners delivered their Words of Gratitude, expressing appreciation to their tutors, parents, and school administrators for their unwavering support throughout the intervention period. Their testimonies reflected the positive impact of the program in boosting their confidence and enhancing their learning experiences.

The program concluded with the Closing Remarks delivered by Mr. Mark Angelo R. Damo, who commended the learners for their hard work and encouraged them to apply the knowledge and skills they acquired as they prepare for the new academic year.

As the ARAL Summer Program comes to a close, San Nicolas National High School reaffirms its commitment to inclusive, accessible, and learner-centered education. The school continues to pave pathways for academic recovery and success, ensuring that every learner is empowered to learn, grow, and excel.

Via l Precious Kylee Bernardo
Photos l Mark Angelo Damo

02/06/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 I Brigada Eskwela Day 2 gains momentum through community support

In line with its commitment to fostering a safe, clean, and learner-friendly environment, San Nicolas National High School welcomed the support of various community partners during the second day of Brigada Eskwela on June 2.

Among those who extended their assistance were INEC San Nicolas, officials from Barangays 23 and 22, and members of the Delta Xigma Xi–San Nicolas Chapter. Their participation reinforced the spirit of volunteerism and collective responsibility that lies at the heart of the annual school preparation initiative.

Working alongside teachers and school personnel, the volunteers contributed to various clean-up, maintenance, and improvement activities aimed at ensuring that school facilities are ready for the opening of classes. Their efforts demonstrated the vital role of community engagement in supporting quality education and learner welfare.

The continued participation of stakeholders throughout Brigada Eskwela reflects a shared commitment to creating a conducive learning environment and strengthening partnerships that benefit the entire school community.

Spanning June 1 to June 5, Brigada Eskwela at San Nicolas National High School continues to mobilize volunteers, educators, and community stakeholders in a sustained effort to prepare a safe, clean, and conducive learning environment for the opening of classes.

via l Precious Kylee Bernardo
Photos l Fulla Shenaclien

01/06/2026

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