Engilsh dept fosters comm arts in learners

English dept fosters comm arts in learners

In commemoration of English month, the English Department organized a series of contests and seminars for the basic education department with the theme, “Hurdling Challenges through Transcending English Communications Skills, Creativity, and Collaboration” last November.

Traditionally-held competitions—namely, book talk for grades 4 to 6, declamation for grades 7 and 8, dramatic monologue for grades 9 and 10, feature writing for grades 10 to 12, and extemporaneous speech for grades 11 and 12—were translated to an online format. These categories were selected at the discretion of each levels’ respective English teachers. Meanwhile, the seminars were a new addition to the set of activities, and tackled different topics related writing. Ms. Angelica Castillo, the English coordinator, explained that the events were conducted in an effort to resume the usual activities that were put on hiatus due to the shift to online learning. “I believe we are going to improve these activities... Of course, we are not still sure who the next coordinator will be, but we are planning to make the seminars sequential so that the topics next year will build upon what had been discussed,” she added.

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To celebrate Buwan ng Wika, Sta. Teresa College (STC) held the Pampinid na Palatuntunan which featured performances from the cultural guild, teachers, and the family council last August 31.

In accordance with the national theme “Filipino at mga Wikang Katutubo sa Dekolonisasyon ng Pag-iisip ng mga Pilipino,” the program focused on inspiring the community to utilize the Filipino languages. Mr. Leo Martinez, the former Director General of the Film Academy of the Philippines, appeared as the guest speaker for the program. His speech centered on his experiences before becoming the model of the “Batangueño culture” in the industry and gained the moniker “congressman manhik-manaog.” “Huwag natin ikahiya ang mga salita natin na tayo lang ang nakakaintindi,” Martinez said. Prior to the Pampinid, STC presented two feature videos on well-known karunungang-bayan and the traditional dance Subli.

Buwan ng Wika marks patriotism

Campus opens for F2F simbang gabi

After more than a year of staying at home and celebrating simbang gabi virtually, STC, along with other churches across the country, opened a face-toface simbang gabi open for all.

Starting on October 15, Fr. Carlo Magno Ilagan presided over each simbang gabi in line with the upcoming Christmas celebration. Strict health protocols, such as the mandatory use of a facemask and social distancing of one seat apart, are still being enforced for everyone’s safety. In addition, all attendees are required to fill out a check-up form to confirm their personal information, recent health condition, and temperature. The school’s simbang gabi is held at San Pedro Calungsod Hall from 6:00–7:00 pm.

Resuming the annual event, the Lipa Archdiocesan Catholic Schools Association (LIDICSA) hosted the online 2021 LIDICSA Teen Festival on October 29 via Zoom and Facebook live with the theme “Charity in Faith Shared Through Mission: Gifted to Give, Gifted to Give.”

This year’s objective focused on youth, their relationship with God, and their mission in life. Separate sessions were held for grade 10 and senior high students. “To be young is living the present to the full, spending our energies with good things, cultivating fraternity, therefore, following Jesus, and making the most of life’s little joys as gift of God—Christus Vivit #147,” Archbishop Garcera expressed. Afterwards, the program continued with talks from various guest speakers.

LTF upskills youth with their mission

Teresian families join virtual rosary rally

For the second time, STC hosted a virtual rosary rally that primarily promoted the praying of the holy rosary by families, October 29.

It started with the praying of the Angelus led by Angelica Quilaton and Luis Dimayuga, followed by an introduction from Mr. Orlando Villanueva. “We can make these formal prayers our own by using them frequently as we lift our hearts to God,” he said, referring to the Lord’s prayer, which Jesus Himself taught, and the prayers of the church. Mrs. Punzalan, together with other teachers, presided over the praying of the rosary. This year, the Gonzales family, Manalo family, Villanueva family, Masangcay family, and Cilindro family led the prayer.