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The Grower, Menzi, Tibal-og, Santo Tomas (2026)

15/04/2026

LOOK | The Grower stands among the Top 5 Overall Best School Papers in Region XI, earning a place in the School Paper Exhibit at the National Schools Press Conference (NSPC), which opened on April 14, 2026, at SM Center Ormoc. Featured alongside award-winning school papers nationwide, the publication joins a national showcase of creativity and campus journalism excellence.

In line with the exhibit, regional entries are posted on the DepEd Philippines page, where public reactions will be tallied until 3 p.m. on April 16. The exhibit remains open to delegates and the public as the NSPC continues until April 17, highlighting the talents, passion, and achievements of young Filipino campus journalists.

Photos by Gwen Balgoma & Ina Solidarios

20/02/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿-𝗶𝗻-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳, 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗠. 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗼, 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝗨𝗽 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁!

A storyteller with purpose.
A leader with vision.
A journalist forged in years of ink and conviction.

Since 2016, Catherine Jude Royo has found her calling in campus journalism, with a desire to amplify the voices of the student body and narrate the struggles, hopes, and triumphs of her community.

Her first steps as a writer for her elementary school publication laid the foundation for a remarkable path filled with achievements and leadership. In her formative years, she clinched Third Place in Feature Writing in the Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC), qualified for the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) in 2019.

During the pandemic, she became part of the pioneering batch of the Special Program in Journalism (SPJ) at Sto. Tomas National High School (STNHS). Under her leadership as the Editor-in-Chief, The Grower made a distinguished debut in the 2023 Division and Regional Schools Press Conferences, where it was honored as the Best School Paper in Davao del Norte and acclaimed as one of the Best School Papers in Davao Region. In the following years, The Grower continued its winning streak, clinching First Place in the DSPC 2024 and RSPC 2025, consistently qualifying for Regional and National levels, and solidifying its reputation as one of the leading campus publications in the region.

Her excellence in feature writing has been proven through a consistent record of achievements across various press conferences. She earned Second Place in Feature Writing during the Davao del Norte Interscholastic Press Freedom Contest 2023, followed by Second Place finishes in both the Division and District Schools Press Conferences (DSPC and DisSPC 2024). Her strong performance continued at the RSPC 2024, where she ranked among the Top 10 Finalists. In 2025, she secured First Place in Feature Writing (DSPC 2025) and Fifth Place in the same category (RSPC 2025). Later, she won Second Place in Feature Writing (DSPC 2025) and was hailed as the Most Outstanding Campus Journalist of Davao del Norte.

She also showcased her proficiency region-wide when she contributed her feature article “Slice of Passion” to the Department of Education (DepEd) Davao Region’s advocacies. She earned the opportunity to serve as a Female Story Presenter for Diri sa DepEd Onse Season 4, Episode 15. And finally, she wrote articles for significant regional events, including the Davao Regional Athletics Association (DAVRAA) Meet, the Regional Science and Technology Fair (RSTF), and the Regional Inclusive Education Celebration (RIEC) in 2025.

Beyond the newsroom, she extended her commitment to people-centered storytelling through active participation in community outreach programs. She took part in The Grower’s outreach initiatives for the Ata-Manobo community in Talos and the Ata community in Maguintalunan. These experiences deepened her understanding of indigenous struggles and strengthened her resolve to use journalism as a tool for representation, awareness, and social responsibility.

For almost ten years as a storyteller and leader, Royo has continued to make waves in journalism and inspired fellow students far beyond her titles and accolades.

20/02/2026

𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗢𝗖

The Grower, the official student publication of Sto. Tomas National High School, has emerged as a beacon of integrity. The publication recently clinched top awards for its steadfast commitment to responsible journalism and stories that resonate far beyond the classroom walls. By grounding the narratives in pressing corruption issues, The Grower proved that student press is more than just a competition—it is a vital watchdog.

Onward to the National Schools Press Conference in Ormoc City!

Second Place – Best News Section
Second Place – Best Features Section
Third Place – Best Editorial Section
Seventh Place – Best Sports Section
Seventh Place – Best Layout and Page Design

𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿-𝗶𝗻-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 | Catherine Jude Royo
𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 | Rhyza Mae Ruiz
𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 | Gweeneth Hillary Gador and Margareth Jude Royo

𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 | Kristar Luchia Vicente, Juliana Monique Sacare, and Gian Carlo Bernaldez

𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 |Jenny Rose Canturna
𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 |Rhyza Mae Ruiz, Ashlea Maurice Amper, Brianna Gantuangco, Jouanah Eve Ferniz, Winonah Reign Reyes, Karyl Queen Zapirah Dela Vega, Niel Jazel Baguio, Teo Ubanan, Blezzah Bernardio, Francen Jane Postrano, Sophia Lacorte, Bryan Joy Baisac, and Reu Drandreb Mancao

𝗢𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 | Dione Wong and Abbygail Serentas
𝗖𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 |Sophia Estimada, Dorothy Baguio, Zaira Libed, Charles Sordilla, Trixie Coronel, Amethyst Villafuerte, Freya Kuizzon, Mae Ann Malaya, Sofia Rich Olandria, Prince Gabriel Alvarez, and William John Balasa

𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 | Quesiah Remolino
𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 | Catherine Jude Royo, Yvony Clauvin Maghari, Marvin Frion Villance, Abbyail Serentas, and Jenny Rose Caturna

𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 | Nino Gabriel Bayawa
𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 | Elviro Belonio III, Naphtali Vasquez, Thea Samantha, Pucot, Trishia Parnaso, and Vance Nicole Jumawid

𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 | April Jade Pineda
𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 | Samrod Kudzo, Raflesia Hyacinth Morales, Johanna Sacare, Josefa Mae Avila Aguja, Jan Alexis Steven Villarino

𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 | Rizza Palabrica
𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 | Nayeli Bernadette Ramos, Cherleen Decy Maque, and Dolly Rose Cubero

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 | Shakira Bartolome and Judy Gamale

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 | Ryan Poliran and Bernadeth Clarin

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 | Armado Olmedo, Principal IV and Jerome Mariano, Assistant School Principal

𝗣𝗧𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 | Ernesto Juegos, Jr.

13/02/2026

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 | STNHS @60: RISING ABOVE THE CUT

For 60 years, Sto. Tomas National High School has stood as a symbol of hope, resilience, and excellence in education. This celebration is more than just memories—it tells the story of a school that faced challenges, embraced change, and grew stronger through the years.

From the vibrant mass dance competition showcasing the rich culture of the community to Fiesta sa Tomas, where clubs proudly display their unique identities and products, the spirit of unity and pride truly comes alive.

Videographer: Ritchmel Kathy Dano
Editors: Rey Pelobello and Jedidiah Clarin
News Presenter: Alexandrea Arena

13/02/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | Learners from different grade levels take part in the Mass Dance competition, presenting unified routines in front of the school community during the 60th Founding Anniversary of Sto. Tomas National High School, with the theme “STNHS @ 60: Rising Above the Cut," on Friday, February 13. The performances feature coordinated group formations and themed music, forming part of the school’s official anniversary program.

| via Monique Sacare
Photos by Nayeli Ramos

04/02/2026

READ | DavNor Pioneers Second Issue is out! Congratulations to the Collaborative Desktop Publishing team and Individual News and Feature Writers of Sto. Tomas National High School for leading the publication. This proves that Tomasian campus journalists serve beyond competitions.

03/02/2026

𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗔 𝗠𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝟰𝘅𝟱𝟬𝗺 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆

Santo Tomas Athletic Association (STAA) swimmers made a strong first impression at the Division Meet 2026, clinching a podium finish in the Women's 4×50m Freestyle Relay at the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex Swimming Pool on February 3. The quartet composed of Laudei Love A. Baloro from Sto. Tomas National High School (STNHS), alongside the three swimmers from La Libertad National High School (LLNHS) Czarina D. Cavite, Colline Jashley S. Solibio, and Kate J. Ytang, delivered a composed and competitive performance to secure a strong finish in their maiden appearance. Coach Marites C. Lopez's guidance was evident in the team’s smooth takeovers across all four legs of the race. The relay team’s silver further added to the momentum of the STAA, highlighting the potential of the Mavericks’ swimming program as the meet opened.

Photos by Shakira Bartolome
Story by Jan Alexis Steven Villarino

03/02/2026

𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗨𝗘 𝟭 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗧!

Check out the first issue of DavNor Pioneers, the official newsletter for the Davao del Norte Division Meet 2026! Crafted by Sto. Tomas National High School’s Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) qualifiers in Collaborative Desktop Publishing, this edition also features contributions from individual writers and photojournalists from different winning schools in Davao del Norte.

Download the file here: https://tinyurl.com/DavNorPioneersIssue1

02/02/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪

With hands waved in pride and faces lit with anticipation, the Santo Tomas Athletic Association (STAA) Mavericks make their grand entrance at the Division Meet 2026 at Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex, signaling a unified display of discipline, sportsmanship, and the competitive spirit of Tomasian athletes on the division stage as they return to defend their title as reigning champions.

| via Ashlea Maurice Amper
Mobile Photos by Ryan Poliran, SPA

01/02/2026

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗔 𝗠𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱-𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵

Santo Tomas Athletic Association (STAA) Mavericks kicked off their campaign at the Division Meet 2026 with a solid performance as Faith Nicole H. Norilla from Balagunan National High School claimed the first gold in the secondary women’s 1500m, trailed by her teammate from Sto. Tomas National High School, Sandy M. Armada, who took silver in the same event, marking the first gold and silver for the Mavericks on February 2 at Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex.

Photo by Cloue Soriano
Story by April Jade Pineda

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