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The Claretian Publication, Zamboanga City (2025)

21/09/2025

Claret Scribes Train for Truth

On September 20, 2025, members of the Claretian publication took part in a campus journalism seminar facilitated by Mr. Hideki Bryne S. Yuzawa of Southcom National High School at Xifre Building, Claret School of Zamboanga City. The activity aimed to enhance the writing and reporting skills of the students while promoting the values and ethical practices of campus journalism.

Mr. Yuzawa highlighted the importance of truth, accuracy, fairness, and independence as guiding principles in journalism. He also reminded the participants to avoid bias, plagiarism, and sensationalism while respecting their sources.

The seminar covered various writing forms such as news, feature, sports, editorial, science and technology, as well as copy reading and headline writing. An interactive workshop on crafting headlines and leads gave students the chance to apply their learning and receive direct feedback.

The event strengthened the participants’ confidence and competence in responsible reporting, preparing them to become more effective storytellers in their school and community.

✍🏼: Yna Jammang
🎨: Grace Ramos and Zoey Castelo
📷: Riane Padilla, Amethyst Jalon, Iñaki Yulo, and Samantha Tuble

13/09/2025

Claret School of Zamboanga City celebrates the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and welcomes the Freshmen and Transferees

Claret School of Zamboanga City celebrates the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a solemn Holy Eucharist on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the Fr. Jesus Vasquez, CMF Gymnasium. The celebration gathered students, faculty, staff, and administrators in one of the most important celebrations of the Catholic Church.

The Mass was presided over by Fr. Nguyen Hoang Vuong, CMF, who in his homily urged the community to emulate Mary’s humility, obedience, and trust in God, especially during times of adversity. The event also fostered unity and faith as the academic year moved forward.

With Marian decorations and hymns led by the student choir, the celebration reflected the school’s steadfast Catholic identity and devotion to the Blessed Mother, reminding the Claretian community to remain rooted in faith and service.

On the same day, the school warmly welcome its freshmen and transferees through a spirited program organized by the Student Government and Student Congress. The event featured interactive games, activities, and prizes that fostered camaraderie while introducing the students to Claretian values of perseverance, unity, and service. Student Congress Vice President, Raehanna Antone, highlighted the significance of the gathering, stressing that it was not only an orientation but also the beginning of new journey for the new Claretians.

✍🏼: Yna Jammang, Keann Martirez, and Carla Omingan
🎨: Codie Bejerano, Mary Caspillo, Sammy Ocol, Andreas Bugtong, Jaira Acbo, and Jairus Acbo
📷: Riane Padilla, Anika Sali, Samantha Tuble, and Nica Hiso

12/09/2025

𝓦𝓱𝓮𝓷 𝓿𝓸𝓲𝓬𝓮𝓼 𝓰𝓸 𝓾𝓷𝓱𝓮𝓪𝓻𝓭, 𝔀𝓮 𝓼𝓹𝓮𝓪𝓴 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓶.

The Responsible Team of the Claretian Publication for S.Y. 2025–2026 is dedicated to giving life to stories that inspire, ideas that ignite, and moments that endure. With talent, creativity, and passion, they uphold the voice and spirit of the Claretian community through every article, photograph, and artwork they create.

More than storytellers, they are pathfinders of truth and honesty—committed to excellence, collaboration, and service. This year, expect passion-driven work that embodies the heart and soul of Claretian life.

Written by Raehanna Antone
Layout by Godwyn Rojas
Photos by Riane Padilla

31/08/2025

𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀, 𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘆 𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗱 𝗻𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗸𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼.

“Ang wika ay nagbibigay lakas upang maging isang tinig.” Pahayag ng School Director na si Fr. Aldrin Castillones, CMF nang magdiwang ang pamilyang Claretiano ang Pampinid na Palatuntunan ng Buwan ng Wika 2025 na may temang “Ang Paglinang ng Filipino at Katutubong Wika: Makasaysayan sa Pagbuo ng Bansa” nitong ika -29 ng Agosto, taong kasalukuyan sa Fr. Jesus Vasquez, CMF Gymnasium ng Claret School of Zamboanga City.

Ang Unang Trismetre na Pampinid na Palatunan ay bumubuo sa selebrasyon ng Nutrition Month noong Hulyo at Araw ng mga Bayani noong Hunyo. Ang programa ay pinangunahan ng Filipino Department na dinaluhan naman ng mga mag-aaral, mga g**o, at mga empleyado. Sa simula ng makasaysayang araw, binigyang pugay ni Fr. Aldrin Catillones, CMF ang pagpapahalaga sa wikang Filipino. Ayon pa sa kanya, hindi lamang ginagamit ang wika sa pakikipag-ugnayan, ngunit nagsisilbi rin itong pagkakilanlan, kasunod ay nagpapukaw naman ng atensyon ang mga piling mag-aaral para sa masiglang sayaw at mga awiting inihanda ng bandang Narahuyo at Magia.

Dahil sa talento at galing ng mga mag-aaral mula Grade School hanggang Senior High School, iginawad ang parangal sa mga nagwagi sa iba’t ibang patimpalak na ginanap sa buwan ng Agosto tulad ng Pagbigkas ng Tula, Dagliang Talumpati, Awiting - Bayan, Masining na Pagbasa, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay, Paskilan o Bulletin Board Display at iba pa. Kabilang na rin dito ang pagpaparangal ng mga nagsipagwagi sa mga kompetisyon noong nakaraang Hulyo alinsunod sa pagdiriwang ng Nutrition Month. Para naman sa patuloy na makabuluhang selebrasyon, idinaos din ng ArPan ang iba’t ibang paligsahan katulad ng Digital Poster at Pagsasatao ng napiling Bayani.

Upang lalong mabigyan ng kulay ang pagdiriwang ay ipinamalas ng mga seksyon ang kanilang pagkamalikhain sa pagdisenyo ng silid-aralan at mga pagkaing inihanda para sa Barrio Fiesta. Sa hapon ipinagpatuloy ang Ikalawang bahagi ng programa at patuloy na binigyan ng buhay at saya ng mga mag-aaral nang simulan ito ng presentasyon ng Bayani Look-Alike ng mga mag-aaral mula sa Pre-School at sinundan ito ng mga iba't ibang sayaw ng Lahing Pilipino para sa baitang 1-6.

Taos puso ang pasasalamat ng pamilyang Claretiano sa mga mag-aaral, g**o, adminitrasyon ng paaralan sa kanilang dedikasyon sa kanilang tungkulin at maging sa mga magulang sa kanilang walang sawang suporta at pagmamahal. Ani ng Principal-Steward na si Gng. Marie Joneth Rivera sa kanyang pangwakas na mensahe, tunay ngang “Mabuhay ang mga Claretianos” sa kanilang ipinakitang mga angking talino at talento.

Nagtapos lamang ang selebrasyon ng Buwan ng Wika 2025, nawa’y kahit hindi Buwan ng Wika ay patuloy pa rin natin mga Pilipino gamitin, palaguin at pahalagahan ating kultura at wika. Sabay-sabay nating paunlarin at ipagmalaki ang sariling atin. Tayo ay iisa, tayo ay ang mga Pilipino.

✍🏼: Mary Divine Cuenta
🎨: Godwyn Rojas, Grace Ramos, Luiza Cartagena, at Missy Bullo
📷: Ronjie Kent R. Partosa, Daphnie Garette G. Obina, Shazaiah M. Ilaji, Andireine Lewis B. Saguban, Akmed Khalifa K. Cayongcat, at Ozeanna Doreen S. Ponce

12/07/2025

☄️ SDP and Club Hunting Day 2025: Pursuing Passions, Uniting Claretians

On July 9, 2025, the much-awaited Skills Development Program (SDP)and Club Hunting for both Junior High School (JHS) and Senior High School (SHS) students took place at the Fr. Jesus Vazquez, CMF Gymnasium. The program kicked off with the introduction of each club, SDP, and organization moderators and coaches, followed by their special intermission number. The gymnasium was filled with cheers and excitement as the moderators showcased their creativity and passion in presenting their respective clubs.

The activity wrapped up with an amazing intermission number by the Claret Dance Troupe, after which students proceeded to their assigned SDP and Club venues to begin their orientation.

Have you found the club and SDP that sparks your passion, dear Claretians? Good luck as you enter this exciting new chapter. May your path always lead you to growth and light!

Scientia Maxime Cum Virtute. ❤️‍🔥

‍✍️: Raehanna Antone
🎨: Elaiza Francisco, Missy Bullo
📸: Stephen Casta, Franchezka Aczon, Reeane Balagon, Clowie Lacasatesantos

05/07/2025

CLARET GOES GREEN: GREEN LIGHT DAY ♻️

The Claretian community proudly reopens the Red Goes Green Movement (RGGM), reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community cleanliness. This year’s Green Light Day stands as a vibrant symbol of our collective love—not only for Mother Earth but also for the Claretian family. ❤️‍🔥

Students, teachers, and staff united with a shared purpose: to foster a cleaner, safer, and more eco-friendly environment. The mission is simple yet powerful— to turn every speck of dust into properly disposed trash. On this special day, every individual plays a vital role, and every effort truly matters.

Let this serve as a call to action for all Claretians: be part of this meaningful movement. Together, let us show that we are responsible stewards of the Earth, caring for the world entrusted to us.

Live by the GREEN CODE:
✅ G– Give up disposables
✅ R – Reuse what you bring
✅ E– Eliminate trash bins
✅ E– Embrace CLAYGO (Clean As You Go)
✅ N – Nurture creation, especially on Green Light Day

Let us work hand in hand to practice sustainability, promote recycling, and protect our planet—not just today, but for a cleaner, brighter tomorrow.

Written by: Carla Elaiza Omingan
Photos by:
Franchezka Thalia Aczon
Stephen Trevor Casta
Iñaki Jose Ramon Yulo
Riane Christoffe Padilla
Godfrey Fausto
Reeathena Balagon
Khlowie Lacastesantos
Nurshabrina Iking
Jasminne Nica Hiso

01/07/2025

Claret School of Zamboanga City officially opened School Year 2025–2026 with a Welcoming Program held at the Fr. Jesus Vazquez, C.M.F. Gymnasium from June 23 to 27, 2025. The event marked the beginning of the Student Onboarding Week and featured the introduction of administrators and faculty members. In his message, Fr. Aldrin M. Castillones, CMF, the School Director, encouraged the community to love what they do and to embrace their journey.

The Onboarding Week served as an avenue to welcome the entire school community, providing a fresh start to the academic year. It helped students develop a sense of belonging and become familiar with essential knowledge and practices that would guide them throughout the school year. The week-long event included various important activities such as seminars, student orientations, classroom sessions facilitated by class advisers, team-building exercises, and, most importantly, the Celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

Through this onboarding week, the Claretian community is now prepared to begin the academic year with passion and openness to new learning, growth, and opportunities.

25/02/2025

CSZC Competes in Concurso de Saber del Ciudad Quiz Bowl 2025

Showcasing their knowledge and love for Zamboanga City’s heritage, Aicelle Locson and Dylan Paul Brutas of Grade 10-Pananampalataya from Claret School of Zamboanga City (CSZC), proudly represented their school in the Concurso de Saber del Ciudad Quiz Bowl 2025. The event took place on February 25, 2025, at Zamboanga Seafood House, Barangay San Roque, as part of the 88th Dia de la Ciudad de Zamboanga celebration.

The quiz bowl, an annual tradition, brought together 15 schools competing for the championship title. It tested students’ knowledge of Zamboanga’s history, culture, traditions, and famous landmarks, with questions covering historical events, past leaders, the local language, festivals, and specialties.

Under the guidance of their coach, Mrs. Aileen Balagon, Locson and Brutas showcased impressive teamwork, advancing to the medium round and securing a cash prize of 3,000 pesos. However, only the top teams progressed to the final hard round, where a larger cash prize awaited.

Despite the tough competition, the students took pride in the experience, which deepened their appreciation for Zamboanga’s rich heritage. The event also fostered camaraderie among participants who shared a passion for history and culture.

The Concurso de Saber del Ciudad Quiz Bowl plays a vital role in preserving Zamboanga’s traditions by inspiring the younger generation to learn about their roots. The Claretian community commends its representatives for their dedication and hard work, proving that "Knowledge is Best with Virtue!"

✍️ & 📸: THE CLARETIAN PUBLICATION
Photos by Mrs. Aileen Balagon

25/02/2025

CSZC Competes in Tolerance Math Challenge 2025

Claret School of Zamboanga City - Junior High School students from Grades 7 to 10 participated in the annual Math Challenge held at Filipino-Turkish Tolerance School on February 24, 2025. They were guided by their respective coaches, Mrs. Mary Jane T. Alforque and Miss Rosemarie O. Alforque

With public and private schools across Zamboanga City competing, this challenge served as an elimination round to determine who would advance to the final stage. Students applied their analytical and critical thinking skills, alongside their mathematical knowledge.

This challenge marks a significant milestone in the students' development, helping them hone their problem-solving skills in mathematics.

Indeed, Knowledge is Best with Virtue!

✍️: Julie Marie E. Gregana and Keann Marcus T. Martirez
📸: Iñaki Jose Ramon G. Yulo
🎨: Riane Christoffe B. Padilla

16/02/2025

The Power of Voice: CSZC Joins Inter-School Extemporaneous Contest

CSZC participant, Aldrich Ray U. Iringan of Grade 10 - Pananampalataya, together with Ma’am Nica M. Sugabo, competed on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the first Inter-School Extemporaneous Competition at Regis Hall, Ateneo de Zamboanga University Grade School Building in Kreutz Campus, Tumaga.

The event was held under the theme “Literacy for All: Promoting Multilingual Education and Empowering Rhetorical Talents." A total of thirteen (13) students from different schools participated in the contest, whose goal was to express their ideas in pursuit of truth, knowledge, and wisdom.

Congratulations, Aldrich Ray U. Iringan and Ma’am Nica M. Sugabo!

✍️&📸: THE CLARETIAN PUBLICATION

05/01/2025

Welcome back, students! After a well-deserved break, we are delighted to begin another year of growth, learning, and new opportunities. The past few weeks have allowed us time to rest and recharge, and now it is time to refocus on the journey ahead. Whether you are stepping into familiar classrooms or embracing new challenges, we are committed to supporting one another throughout this journey.

As we return to school, let us carry forward the lessons and cherished memories of the holiday season. This fresh start presents an opportunity to maximize our potential. Approach this year with enthusiasm, determination, and a steadfast commitment to making this truly unforgettable.

May this school year bring us all success and inspiration. Together, let us make this remarkable!

✍️: Godfrey S. Fausto Jr.

31/12/2024

Farewell, 2024! 💞

As another year draws to a close, we celebrate the journey we've taken together, Claretians!

We give thanks to the Lord for a remarkable year filled with cherished memories and blossoming friendships. Through every challenge, triumph, and even the moments of failure, we've grown stronger as a community.

With hearts full of hope and love, we now embrace 2025. Let this new year bring fresh opportunities, greater resilience, and even more reasons to be grateful.

Happy New Year to all Claretians! May this year shine brighter for each of us.

✍️: Iñaki Yulo

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