EBMNHS- Filipino Department was awarded first place in "Pinta Basurahan 2023" Contest during the
awarding ceremony at EBMNHS covered court, March 3.
Filipino Department was represented by Chylynn Mae B. Suarez, Thoby Rayle B. Cangas, Selene Fay V.
Delada and Jessele M. Cawacas.
Second place was awarded to the MAPEH Department represented by Loryl Astodillo, Akira Paredes,
Joeriz Kyle Abella and Lindy Mae Arcenia.
ESP Department won the 3rd place, represented by Jharil Enierga, Deon Salahog, Alchoe Tafalla and Rich
Mark Papa.
Social Media Award was given to the top three highest heart reaction gains on Facebook with Math
Department on the first spot represented by Chris James Ambong, Kent Mark Bionat, Christine Mae S.
Tramado and Elaine Demogena, followed by the Araling Panlipunan Department and TLE Department.
The winners received a cash prize of P8,000 for the first place, P6,000 for second place, P5,000 for third
place and P3,500 for consolation prizes.
The Social Media Awardees were given P1,000.
" Ginahimo tani ndi lang para sa aton kundi para sa pag asenso sang aton nga banwa", EBM
Environment Officer Jojo G. Vargas said in his speech.
'Pinta Basurahan 2023' was an LGU- led Group Painting Contest composed of four students who
competed for the best painting design on the 'basurahan' or trash bins.
News | Christine Tramado
Intense Showdown: NOHS Edges Out EBMNHS in Overtime Thriller
In a gripping basketball showdown between the boys' basketball teams of Negros Occidental High
School (NOHS) and Enrique B. Magalona National High School (EBMNHS) battled it out yesterday on the
covered court of St. Joseph Academy (SJA) in an intense clash leaving spectators on the edge of their
seats, final score stood at 80-79 in favor of NOHS after an electrifying overtime period.
EBMNHS was dominating the first three quarter, 16-24,31-38,39-50, on steal after steal, giving pressure
on NOHS in their solid defense, by accurate passes,good communication skills and a great teamwork.
However, NOHS staged a remarkable comeback, leveling the score in the fourth quarter, 73-73 to force
an overtime where EBMNHS got a lot of foul trouble and a couple of missed shots.
The game was not without its controversies. NOHS' head coach was ejected from the game at 3rd
quarter following a heated argument with the referee, adding an extra layer of drama to an already
intense matchup.
Overall, the NOHS vs. EBMNHS basketball game showcases the competitive spirit and sportsmanship of
both teams.
News | Christine Tramado
The crowning of the Mr. and Ms. Intramurals 2023 commenced on November 24 at the E.B. Magalona
Public Plaza — With 12 candidates each representing their respective grade level.
Shortly thereafter, a production number, along with the contestants and the Hublag Taliambong dance
troupe, performed to introduce the candidates. The contestants graced the stage in their vibrant white
and maong casual wear and introduced themselves.
Subsequently, the panel of judges was presented, as well as the criteria for judging.
Following the display of casual wear, the atmosphere transitioned to the complete uniform attire. The
contestants radiated confidence and vitality as they graced the stage in an array of their uniforms,
showcasing not only their physical fitness but also their poise and self-assurance.
A song number by Samantha Nicole and a dance number by the Teatro Laragway also livened up the
crowd. The candidates showcase their different talents afterward.
Kamy Rose Penuela and Carlo Santillan of Teatro Laragway also serenaded the crowd.
The afternoon then commenced with the candidate’s sport attire. Wearing the different stunning
sportswear, the contestants executed a sense of regal grace and style.
The special awards were given to the contestants as follows:
The "Best in Photogenic" award for the male category was granted to contestant number 4 from the
Grade 10 and contestant number 6 from the Grade 11 in the female category. The "People’s Choice
Award," was earned by contestant number 1 from the Grade 8 in the male and female category.
Next up was the "Best in Production Number" was given to contestant number 3 from the Grade 12 in
the male category and participant number 4 from the Grade 10 in the female category.
The “Best in Talent" award was received by participant number 4 from the Grade 10 in both male and
female categories. The "Best in Uniform Attire" was given to contestant number 4 from the Grade 10 in
the male category and contestant number 6 from the Grade 11 in the female category. The "Best in
Sports Wear" was granted to contestant number 4 from the Grade 11 in both male and female
categories.
Eventually, the event finally reached its Question and Answer portion, which tested the candidates'
eloquence and ability to answer under pressure by describing their thoughts abouth the different
pictures given.
Before revealing the winners for this year's Mr. and Ms. Intramurals 2023, the Hublag Taliambong dance
troupe performed a special dance number.
Finally, this year's Mr. and Ms. Intramurals 2023 are Eljohn A. Jopsom and Rihanna Mae D. Masin, both
from the Grade 10.
The 1st runner up in the male category is Clint Zyan Villa from the grade 11 and Alexa Aparia from the
grade 12 in the female category.
Meanwhile, the 2nd runner up are Vlade Orsua from grade 12 in the male category and Kassandra Maja
from the grade 9 in the female category. Following are the 3rd runner up, Joerene Botavara from grade
7 in male category and Nicole Latoza from grade 11 in female category.
Gaining the spot of 4th runner up in male category is Klint Vincent Montelibano from the grade 8 and
Rejean Caberte from the grade 8 in female category. And the 5th runner up are Charles Angelo Maja
from grade 9 in male category and Ashley Faith Belmonte from grade 7 in female category.
The event concluded with Lakan ng NNNP 1st runner up, Kent Mark Bionat and Diwata ng NNNP, Ashley
De asis awarded the crown to the winners.
News | Christine Tramado
From Protest to Progress!
“My courage always rises with every attempt to intimidate me.” - Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice
(1813)
Every year on International Women's Day (IWD), we come together to recognize women's vital role in
shaping a better future. Moreover, IWD is more than just economics. It's about celebrating the essence
of who women are - their diverse experiences, limitless ideas, and unwavering spirit.
Society often tries to box women into pre-defined roles. On this special day, we celebrate women who
break free from those constraints. Every woman, regardless of background, deserves to be heard and
valued as an individual. Her dreams, big or small, are worthy. Her struggles deserve understanding.
Women are the foundation of society, the unseen force behind progress. From leading revolutions to
raising families, from scientific discoveries to artistic masterpieces, women have always been there. Yet,
their stories are often untold, their voices unheard.
This International Women's Day, let's rewrite the story. We celebrate women who challenged the status
quo, fought for equality, pushed boundaries, and used their unique perspectives to enrich the world. We
honor the countless mothers, teachers, entrepreneurs, and everyday heroes who work tirelessly to
make the world a better place.
The Philippines showcases this indomitable spirit. Filipina journalists exemplify the power of
authenticity. They work relentlessly to bring the voices of the unheard to light, holding power
accountable and empowering citizens. In a world that tries to silence dissent, these journalists are a
force for good. They remind us of the importance of diverse perspectives and the strength found in
embracing who you truly are.
Let's go beyond just celebrating International Women's Day. Let us invest in girls' education,
empowering them to become the architects of their own lives. Let's champion women in all fields,
ensuring their ideas are valued. Let's create a world where women are not limited by expectations but
instead celebrate for their unique contributions.
Investing in women is investing in progress. Celebrating their authenticity creates a richer, more vibrant
world. Let's stand together, because when women rise in their entirety, the world becomes a more just
and equitable place.
Words | Christine Tramado
Time has never been my friend.
I raced against it when I was ten, hanging around with my classmates in school, knowing that my parents
would soon transfer me to a new school, trying to make that one hour last as much as I could. I did it
again during the pandemic when time seemed to stop entirely as I spent most of my days at home due
to lockdowns. It was me against the ice cream cone melting in my hand, gone in the blink of an eye
before I could fully enjoy it. I swam through the days, closing my eyes today only to open them to see
tomorrow already slipping away.
I battled it with my blood, sweat, and tears in senior high school, facing endless deadlines and projects.
The war left its marks on me, red ink on paper and fatigue in my body. I was a soldier, a one-man army,
and the clock was a bomb that exploded with every passing second. I remember things as if they
happened yesterday, yet I cannot go back to them, my enemy akin to a train that stops for no one.
Time held me in place on my bed before I could see the stars in the sky, and it was the same force that
woke me from pleasant dreams as daylight began to seep in. It reached the deepest corners of my mind,
morphing into my greatest fears, giving me visions of the future that awaits; of the changes to come.
Time, time, time and time again, I would suffer its consequences. It has taken many things from me:
friends, achievements, family, my sense of self.
I have been constantly racing against it and losing the race ever since.
Since then, time has been my greatest rival. They say time is relative. But if that were the case, then why
do the hours pass by so slowly when I don't want them to, and why do the moments I want to last
disappear so quickly?
Even now, as I am writing this, I feel like I am continuously running and running out of time. If I had
started a week ago, would I have felt better? What about the week before that? Or the week before the
week before that? Or the month before the week of the week before the week before that? Or maybe a
year before all that?
In a world full of countless possibilities, of dreams and aspirations, of 'what-ifs,' time feels like a giant
wall preventing me from reaching them all. How could there be so much and yet so little time?
Blink, and you're just a junior high school graduate saying, "gusto ko new environment, ndi nako di
magskwela sa high school ah".
Blink, and who would have thought that I would effortlessly listed my name among the STEM entrance
exam takers, bravely going back, no, I should say, bravely staying in my school.
Blink, and from the decision I thought I would regret, staying became one of the best decisions of my
life.
Blink, and you realize that those people you once found "kasum od" have become the faces you want to
see every day.
Blink, and you're finishing senior high school today when you were just an 8th grader who got two
weeks off for COVID.
Blink, and these things will become just mere memories, and those people will become strangers.
Time, my rival.
Me? I'm timeless.
I'm timeless. I'm getting less and less time. I'm losing time.
When I look back on all those moments I felt like I had lost to time, I realized I gained something from it
as well.
An eye for an eye. A friend for the absence of an old one. A book in lieu of a painting. Failures, and then
accomplishments. Sadness, and then happiness. A timeless companion.
Time has never been my friend, but I guess you could say I'm getting used to the company.
Tick- tock, tick tock, my time is up for this chapter.
In the midst of staying at home during quarantine, while most of us are complaining due to boredom or
lack of food and daily necessities, there are people out there risking their lives for our protection. We
recognize a lot of fictional characters like Iron Man and Spiderman as two of our most idolized
superheroes. But as the world continues the battle during this pandemic there are heroes out there who
don’t need super powers to show that they can make a difference. These are none other than our
beloved frontliners.
As of now, doctors, nurses, delivery drivers, security guards, policemen and more have a very big
responsibility. To keep the people safe during lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19, and to treat
those who are suffering from the virus day by day. We see them as brave warriors fighting for our safety.
But as we look closer, they are also normal people who feel fear, that every time they expose
themselves to the virus, they are stepping one foot into the grave. Now, a lot of people are cheering
them on in order to lift their spirits every time they go to work.
In order to send messages of strength and encouragement to our fronliners, Havas Ortega has currently
transformed digital billboards in Manila. They now display digital comic books featuring our frontliners
as superheroes. Frontline Heroes include characters such as Commander Doctor, Super Nurse, Incredible
Guard, and many more.
With all the hard work our real life heroes have put into our safety, the least we can do is to provide
support and follow the protocols issued in our communities especially during lockdown. As of now,
Havas Ortega aims to do just that using the tagline, #TuloyAngLaban for people to send inspiring
messages of gratitude to our frontliners. May this be a ray of hope to everyone that we can indeed
overcome this pandemic.
According to Jos Ortega, CEO of Havas Ortega, Frontline Heroes is a way of directly expressing our
message of strength to our frontliners. That Cheering them on as they go to work, will lift their spirits as
they go home. He also added that hopefully, the empty roads will become less a reminder of isolation,
but rather a source of energy and inspiration.
With every passing day, and the battle against Covid-19 continues, we have brave heroes on our side
protecting us no matter how great the danger; heroes who don’t need superpowers to be recognized as
one.
Words | Christine
READ: Rich Education, Accurate Destination!
“The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read.", once Mark
Twain said. This line speaks volume as for today, reading is a skill least mastered and loved by the
younger generation. With the rise of technology, children are overwhelmed with many possibilities and
activities that put reading at the bottom of their priority. What kind of future awaits us all if the torch of
learning has been stolen and replaced by distractions?
I like to think of the power of reading as the same as the power of saving and investing money. Once you
invest in the right business, you gain profits. With reading, when you pick the right book, you gain
benefits that can build a different kind of wealth, one that cannot be taken away -education.
Education starts through reading. Producing sounds to form words, combining words to create
sentences and comprehending sentences to understand more about life are the first few steps to
discover and unleash your full potential to face the world.
Mastering the skill of reading means strengthening the brain, improving language skills, increasing
concentration and discipline and improving creativity and imagination. These good qualities may help
one to surpass whatever obstacles that may come along the way with confidence and resiliency.
Moreover, instilling love of reading at an early age is the key that unlocks the door to lifelong learning.
Children who value books are more motivated to read on their own and will likely to continue to hold
that value for the rest of their lives. Reading helps children learn to make sense not only of the
environment around them but also the people in it. it teaches them sympathy and empathy. Therefore,
there is no best time to plant the seeds of love for reading in them but
As we continue to shape the young and create readers out of them, we are also transforming them to
become responsible citizens of their communities. A community of success where readers are leaders,
teachers, engineers, lawyers, film makers, fashion designers, painters, and all other professions that can
serve their nation best.
Truly, reading is the best investment you can make in yourself that can yield great dividends in the
future. With the right and rich education, you will surely arrive at a great destination. One that is both
rewarding and inspiring.
To a more brilliant tomorrow, choose the right investment and the best investment is you!
