We are immensely proud to celebrate the outstanding success of Chloe Anne T. Abcede, who won Silver in Economics and Business in the OWLYS Category (15-18) at the International Owlypia Intellectuals’ Challenge (Online)!
Your hard work, passion, and brilliance have earned you this well-deserved recognition on the international stage. Keep striving for greatness and inspiring others!
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Kelvin Eric Uygongco Pama of Grade 6 – Guava, emerged as the Champion with a perfect score in the UPV Interschool Mathematics Quiz Bee Individual Category!
After months of relentless hard work and practice, he conquered every challenge in the competition.
This achievement is not only a reflection of his unwavering passion for Mathematics but also of the invaluable guidance of his teachers and the constant encouragement from his family and the Hua Siong community.
ILOILO CITY โ Against all odds, Hua Siong College of Iloilo (HSCI) – The Chain’s student journalists emerged victorious at the Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC) 2025, showcasing their exceptional skills and resilience despite roughly only a week of preparation held February 8 at Diamond Jubilee Hall with the theme โCampus Journalism: Challenged by Learnersโ Performance Issuesโ
Spearheaded by the Schools Division of Iloilo City in cooperation with the Regional Association of School Paper Advisers and Campus Journalists, the event gathered over 700 elementary and secondary level participants from approximately 59 public and private schools across Iloilo City.
Chief Education Supervisor of the Curriculum Implementation Division (CID), Arlo Villalva, delivered an inspiring opening message, emphasizing the importance of campus journalism in fostering fairness, developing writing skills, and echoing the sentiments expressed in the collective message from the Schools Division of Iloilo City.
“The journalism spirit is alive, kicking, and well because of you, our student journalists. We need to stick side-by-side. You are here to compete but with a sportsman-like attitude. Winning is important, but you are here to share your gift. Weโre not here if youโre not here with us. So, let’s not stop discovering the talents of learnersโ, he declared.
The said event featured a range of individual contests encompassing News, Sports, Editorial, Feature, Column, Science and Technology Writing, Editorial Cartooning, and Photojournalism. Meanwhile, group contests including Radio Scriptwriting and TV Broadcasting, and Collaborative Online Publishing will be held on February 15.
Coached by France P. Banguiran, Cherlyn Gamao, Christian Homer Medalla, Kathrine Casera, Queen Encarguez, Chelle Denise Huyaban and Nicole Tirados the journalistsโ dedication and talent shone through, resulting in numerous accolades across various categories:
Elementary Level:
News Writing: Kingson G. Reyes (Champion)
Sports Writing: Ralph Lenard B. Jucaban (3rd Place)
Editorial Cartooning: Matthew Joachim Dillera Distor (4th Place)
Science and Technology Writing (English): Queency Mariel Potente (4th Place)
Feature Writing (Pagsulat ng Lathalain): Angela Cris Caidic (4th Place)
Feature Writing: Margareth Failaban (5th Place)
Column Writing (English): Chloe Anne Abcede (5th Place)
Editorial Cartooning (English): Keisha Alexandra Jaruda (5th Place)
Sports Writing (Pagsulat ng Isports): Precious Fiona Paguntalan (7th Place)
Editorial Cartooning (Filipino): Kate Banias (10th Place)
While only the top five winners in each category will advance to the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) in March, The Chain staffersโ victory is a powerful statement on the potential of dedicated students, goal-oriented coaches, and the enduring value of campus journalism. Their success sets a high bar for future participants and promises a strong showing at the upcoming RSPC.
We are immensely proud of your outstanding achievement in securing the Merit Award at the Guangdong โ Hong Kong โ Macao Greater Bay Area Mathematical Olympiad (Big Bay Bei) Heat Round 2024, held on December 1, 2024.
This victory reflects not only your brilliance in problem-solving but also your perseverance, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. The competition was intense, and your ability to rise to the challenge is truly inspiring. This remarkable accomplishment showcases the talent and hard work of each participant, and we canโt wait to see what the future holds for all of you.
Well done, Phoenix Graders! Your success is a testament to the power of determination and teamwork. Keep shining!
Gold – Chemistry 11-12
Bronze – Math 11-12
2nd Place – Iloilo Scholastic Academy
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