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PenTalk - of Lian National High School Publication, Malaruhatan, Lian (2025)

07/11/2025

𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐋𝐘 𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐄 | You did well

You walked into that silent room,
Heart steady, pushing past the gloom.
Each question met with steady grace,
You showed your growth in every pace.

Your mind stayed sharp, your focus strong,
Proving what you’ve learned all along.
Through every doubt you stood your ground,
Strength in you was truly found.

The hours spent, the late-night fight,
All those notes under dim lamp light,
They shaped the victory you feel today,
A quiet triumph in your own way.

So lift your chin, this is your win,
A brand-new chapter to begin.
You did well, more than you know,
Success follows where brave hearts go.

✒️: Richard Paul Aquino
💻: Trixia Lorraine Ortega

07/11/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐒 | Silence has become the heaviest thing many students carry.

Recent reports show a sharp rise in depressive symptoms among young people, yet many still struggle to access mental-health support, counseling, or safe spaces to talk.

Depression among students is rising fast, but support systems remain out of reach. We are praised for being “resilient,” but sometimes that word is just used to dismiss real pain. Awareness means nothing if help is still inaccessible. If mental health is not treated as a priority now, we are quietly allowing our generation to struggle alone.

Studies indicate that the number of students experiencing moderate to severe depressive symptoms has nearly doubled in recent years. This increase is tied to heavy academic pressure, unstable futures, and the constant comparison brought by social media, pressures that are not going away.

Moreover, many schools and communities still lack accessible mental-health services. There are too few counselors, long wait times, or fees that many families cannot afford. Without early support, students are left to manage worsening conditions on their own.

Furthermore, cultural attitudes continue to frame emotional pain as “overreacting” or “being dramatic.” Because of this, many students choose silence over seeking help. The fear of judgment isolates us further and reinforces the idea that we must endure alone.

It is time to take mental health seriously. Schools must provide real counseling support, not just posters and one-day talks. Students must be encouraged to speak, not silence themselves. And as peers, we must learn to check in, listen, and stand beside one another. Change begins when we refuse to let silence be the answer. We speak, we show up, and we demand better, together.

✒️: Arjellaine Betis & Gary Emmanuel Saluta Aganan
🖼️: Mjhay Viscayno
💻: Trixia Lorraine Ortega

07/11/2025

𝐒𝐂𝐈-𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐒 | When we see certain numbers, we can be thrilled or terrified depending on the situation. When we talk about the number of affected places, fatalities, and missing persons caused by natural disasters or calamities, we feel sorrow—just as we do now, as Typhoon Tino’s death toll reaches 114 and 127 people remain missing.

The reported death toll from Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) has risen to 114, with Cebu Province bearing the brunt of its impact. It recorded the highest number of fatalities, missing, and injured individuals, according to Deputy Spokesperson Diego Mariano of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).

According to Mariano, the latest count as of Thursday morning also included 127 missing persons and 82 injured.

The most reported fatalities are in Cebu Province (71), followed by Negros Occidental (18), Negros Oriental (12), Agusan del Sur (6), and Southern Leyte (2). Additionally, one death each was recorded in Antique, Capiz, Iloilo, Bohol, and Leyte.

Sixty-five missing persons were reported in Cebu, and sixty-two in Negros Occidental. Of the 82 injured, 69 are from Cebu Province.

The Visayas region experienced the worst impact, with Tino tearing off roofs, uprooting trees and electric poles, and causing massive flooding.

Meanwhile, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)—the implementing arm of the OCD—reported that a total of 544,081 families or 1,951,546 individuals were affected in eight regions nationwide due to Typhoon Tino.

Of those affected, 127,827 families or 445,744 individuals were assisted inside 4,933 evacuation centers.

Despite the fact that Tino exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility at 2 a.m., rain is still expected in parts of Luzon and Mindanao, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has declared a state of national emergency upon the recommendation of the NDRRMC due to Typhoon Tino. The declaration will allow government agencies to access emergency funds and expedite the procurement of essential goods and services for the typhoon victims.

✒️: Alexis Maksim Dangalan
💻: Janella Seminiano

03/11/2025

𝐅𝐔𝐄𝐋-𝐔𝐏 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 | Here's to you, even the smallest spark can light the darkest path. You don’t need grand tools or perfect timing—just courage to begin.

💻: Ysabella Indira Hernandez

27/10/2025

𝐅𝐔𝐄𝐋-𝐔𝐏 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 | Here's to you, your journey doesn't begin by doing things perfectly, step out of your comfort zone and let mistakes shape you.

💻: Ysabella Indira Hernandez

25/10/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 | Batang Pinoy, an event where athletes across the nation cross paths, each one aiming to prove their capabilities.

A seasoned swimmer from Lian NHS' SPFL-9-CM, Leidy Chlouie Lainez Lagrisola along with Luiz Emmanuel L. Biscocho from SPFL-8-CM and Mapagmahal-7's Timothy Maximus A. Orijuela are swimming together towards the competition to face countless competitors, after their previous successful tryouts last July 13, 2025 at Balayan Aquatic Center.

The fierce swimming delegates' clash of speed will commence on October 26, 2025 in General Santos City.

✒️: Joshua M. Carandang
💻: Russel Joseph Austria

22/10/2025

𝐒𝐂𝐈-𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐒 | State meteorologists (weather experts) said that the low-pressure area in Batanes has developed into Tropical Depression Salome — a weak type of tropical cyclone with winds below 61 km/h, last Wednesday morning.

“It strengthened into a tropical depression at 8 a.m.,” said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

Salome was located about 285 kilometers north-northeast of Itbayat town in Batanes, with maximum sustained winds of 55 kilometers per hour (kph) and gusts of up to 70 kph.

According to PAGASA weather specialist Loriedin De La Cruz, Salome may make landfall in Batanes by Wednesday night or early Thursday morning.

It is moving south-southwest at 15 kph, PAGASA added.

Salome is the 19th tropical cyclone to enter the country this year.

✒️: Alexis Maksim Dangalan
💻: Russel Joseph Austria

22/10/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐒 | When the earth trembles, it is not just buildings that fall it is the government’s credibility too.

Following the recent magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu and the magnitude 7.4 quake in Davao Oriental, thousands of homes and schools were destroyed, exposing the government’s continued lack of preparedness for major disasters.

The government is clearly unprepared for earthquakes, and it is unacceptable. They know the country faces these disasters often, yet buildings are weak, drills are rare, and people are left clueless when danger hits. It feels like they only act after lives are lost. If the government truly cared, they would prepare before tragedy strikes, not after.

After the strong Cebu earthquake in September, over 62,000 houses were destroyed or damaged, yet the government still was not ready. Even though they knew these disasters could happen, officials failed to make sure buildings were safe or shelters were prepared. As a result, many families were left to survive on their own while help came too slowly.

Additionally, the same quake ruined over 7,500 classrooms, forcing thousands of students to stop going to school. This clearly shows that the government has not taken school safety seriously. Instead of fixing weak buildings early, they only act after the damage is done.

Meanwhile, in October 2025, the Davao Oriental quake damaged 575 schools and caused around ₱2.2 billion in losses. Because of this, thousands of students and teachers suffered, proving that poor planning and weak infrastructure keep putting lives at risk. In the end, the government keeps promising to prepare, but every earthquake shows that those promises remain empty.

The government needs to take earthquake preparedness seriously and act now. They should strengthen school buildings, improve safety drills, and prepare shelters before another disaster happens. Students and citizens must also speak up and demand action. We deserve safety, not empty promises.

✒️: Arjellaine Betis & Gary Emmanuel Saluta Aganan
🖼️: Mjhay Viscayno
💻: Trixia Lorraine Ortega

17/10/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐒 | Being safe is wise, but being prepared to keep learning is wiser.

Amid frequent weather disruptions and safety concerns, the Department of Education (DepEd) has urged local government units (LGUs) to strike a balance between ensuring student safety and continuous learning, warning that prolonged class suspension can lead to serious learning loss.

DepEd's reminder to balance safety and learning is important. Keeping students safe matters, but stoppin classes for too long can make them fall behind. LGUs should find ways to keep lessons going, through online, modular, or blended, instead of just waiting for things to get better. Real safety means protecting both students' lives and their learning.

Prolonged class suspension cause serious learning loss among students. Studies after the pandemic showed that many learners struggled with reading, math, and comprehension because of long breaks from school. When lessons stop for too long, students forget past lessons and lose motivation to study, making it harder for teachers to catch them up once class resumes.

Additionally, not all students have equal access to learning materials when classes are suspended. Many children, especially in rural areas, have no stable internet or gadgets for online learning. Without proper support, these students fall behind those in more priveleged areas, widening the learning gap and creating unfair disadvantages.

Furthermore, DepEd already provides guidelines for alternative learning modes like online, modular, or blended setups to ensure education continues during emergencies. These plans only work, however, if LGUs and schools coordinate to follow them properly. By applying these guidelines and preparing early, local governments can protect both student safety and continuous learning; eveb during crises.

In the end, DepEd's reminder to balance safety and learning sends a clear message: education cannot wait. While protecting students from danger is a must, keeping them should remain a priority. With proper coordination between DepEd, LGUs, and schools, class suspensions do not have to mean a pause on education. It is time to prove that even in tough times, Filipino learners can stay safe, and keep moving forward.

✒️: Gary Emmanuel Saluta Aganan
🖼️: Mjhay Viscayno
💻: Trixia Lorraine Ortega

13/10/2025

𝐅𝐔𝐄𝐋-𝐔𝐏 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 | Here’s to you, it’s up to you whether you are willing to endure the hardships of life—to rise above the struggles, and choose to keep moving forward no matter how heavy the days may seem.

💻: Ysabella Indira Hernandez

11/10/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 | Lian Sub-office Sports Competition officially began last October 8, 2025. Student delegates from various schools gathered at Lian Central School. For further information, see this video.

🖋️ : Trixia Lorraine Ortega
📷: Rufino Bagui
🎤: Ysabella Indira Hernandez
💻: Jacob Brent Pistan

10/10/2025

𝐋𝐒𝐒𝐂 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | The recent athletics competition highlighted outstanding performances in both the javelin throw and running events.

In the women's' javelin throw, Akeera Mhaleb A. Cabali of the Vipers emerged victorious, with Phantom Pirates’ Mjei M. Calvo taking second place, Titans' Chris Andrea G. Anduzon, secured third. Meanwhile, in the men's javelin throw, Christian Frank C. Jonson of Lian Institute claimed the gold, followed by Prince Lhem R. Avinante of Lian SHS with silver, and Marc Aj C. Bausas, also from Lian Institute, with bronze.

The track events showcased equally fierce competition. For the women, Titans’ Anario dominated the sprints, winning the 100m, 200m, and 400m dashes. Cadiente of the Vipers finished second in the 100m and repeated her runner-up performance in the 200m, while Carandang of Phantom Pirates secured second in the 400m. In the middle- and long-distance races, Ricalde of Falcons delivered an impressive sweep, taking gold in the 800m, 1500m, and 3000m dashes, with Vipers' Driz consistently settling for silver. The women’s 5000m dash, however, had no participants.

In the men's' division, victories were spread across schools. Guevarra of Jaguars sprinted to gold in the 100m dash, while Vipers Maranan ruled the 200m. Lions' Alipusan displayed power in the 400m dash, and another Jaguar, Delos Reyes triumphed in the 1500m. Dogohoy of Vipers stood out in the distance races, winning both the 800m and 5000m dashes, the latter with teammate Candelaria securing silver. Notably, there were no participants in the men’s 3000m dash.

✒️: Jieah Marquez Calimag
💻: Joshua M. Carandang

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