The Fortress – Nova Schola Tanauan Blog https://blog.nst.edu.ph All About NST Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:45:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://blog.nst.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-NST-Favicon-47-32x32.png The Fortress – Nova Schola Tanauan Blog https://blog.nst.edu.ph 32 32 204382147 RECORD-BREAKING TRIUMPH FOR NOVA SCHOLA JOURNALISM https://blog.nst.edu.ph/2024/12/23/record-breaking-triumph-for-nova-schola-journalism/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=record-breaking-triumph-for-nova-schola-journalism Mon, 23 Dec 2024 01:07:52 +0000 https://blog.nst.edu.ph/?p=1053

by Marky Magsino

Nova Schola Tanauan (NST) celebrates a historic milestone with 14 students qualifying for the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) this school year. This year’s roster marks the highest number of qualifiers in recent history, far exceeding the usual five to eight qualifiers and surpassing last year’s count of six.

Freddie Nufable, NST’s School Publication Adviser, shared his excitement, highlighting that this achievement is the first time NST has had 14 RSPC qualifiers. He attributed the success to the dedicated coaches and emphasized the significance of the Collaborative Team’s qualification at the Regional level for the first time. “This is just the beginning—we will work hard to excel at the RSPC,” he remarked.

In individual categories, the students who excelled include Ysabelle Villarino (News Writing, English), Rank 1; Kian Sumague (Copy Reading and Headline Writing, Filipino), Rank 1; and Neil Edrick Salazar (Editorial Writing, Filipino), Rank 1. Other notable achievements include Sophia Lis Ysabella Saet (Editorial Writing, English), Rank 2; Shania Nicole Aranas (Science Writing, English), Rank 2; Gab Tuiza Prado (Editorial Cartooning, Filipino), Rank 2; Kyle Margarette Flor (Column Writing, Filipino), Rank 2; and Rheann Shane Barrion (Photojournalism, Filipino), Rank 3.

Rheann Shane Barrion, a repeat RSPC qualifier, shared her thoughts on the experience. She reflected on balancing her academic and extracurricular commitments, noting, “Being a journalist is rewarding, but it comes with challenges like managing deadlines and responsibilities. Despite these, I’m grateful for the opportunity to compete again and grow as a journalist.”

This year also marks NST’s first-ever group qualification in the Collaborative Desktop Publishing category, an impressive feat since joining the Division Schools Press Conference. The team includes Lea Mae Guerrero, Elijah Marie Ocampo, Jhelaine Arroyo, Jean Veniz Matalubos, Naomi Isabel Cadiz, and Benedict Bejar.

Roi Vincent Montenegro, Collaborative Desktop Publishing coach, expressed his pride in the team’s success despite limited chances. He shared, “We pushed through even without initial screening, and it paid off. Although not the full team will compete, we’re thrilled to represent NST at the RSPC.”

First-time qualifier Benedict T. Bejar, Collaborative Desktop Publishing – Feature Writer, said, “Being chosen for RSPC was both shocking and thrilling. My team and I are ready to take on more intensive training sessions and embrace the pressure that comes with it.”

Each qualifier underwent rigorous training, with five students per category competing for weeks. Only the top three advanced, highlighting NST’s growing strength in campus journalism.

The qualifiers are now undergoing weekly training to prepare for the RSPC, which will take place in February 2025 in Tanauan City. This year’s theme, “From Campus to Career: Empowering Resilient Journalists to Uphold Truth and Excellence in CALABARZON,” sets the tone for aspiring journalists to continue raising the bar in regional journalism.

]]> 1053 WRITING WITH PURPOSE: NST journalists pen knowledge in RSPC https://blog.nst.edu.ph/2024/05/09/writing-with-purpose-nst-journalists-pen-knowledge-in-rspc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=writing-with-purpose-nst-journalists-pen-knowledge-in-rspc Thu, 09 May 2024 02:09:09 +0000 https://blog.nst.edu.ph/?p=970

Campus journalists of Nova Schola Tanauan (NST) represented the Schools Division of Tanauan in the recently concluded 2024 Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) held at Cabuyao Integrated National High School last February 27-28.

Six qualifiers for different individual categories joined other campus journalists across various schools in Region IV A – CALABARZON for the said writing of journalism expertise. 

The campus press from NST include Jayvee Banta for News Writing English, Kyle Nico Miel Generoso for Editorial Writing English, Princess Angeline Platero for Sports Writing English, and Lynden Shane Canovas for Copyreading and Headline Writing Filipino, as well as Jimlex Segui and Rheann Shane Barrion for Photojournalism Filipino and English, respectively.

According to Canovas, the experience was memorable as a first-time RSPC qualifier, despite the pressure and challenges she faced for the preparation, adding that  representing NST and Tanauan is already worth celebrating as the competition for campus journalism is tight in the region. 

Relatively, Platero emphasized that her purpose of bringing fairness in journalistic writing motivated her amid the demands of her other responsibilities.

Despite their press conference journey ending in the regionals, these journalists remain hopeful that this will inspire other students to continue serving unbiased and fearless broadcasts of issues in the community. 
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Stories are magic waiting to unfold. Griffin Stories is set to provide an avenue for students to tell their own narratives. 

In its first installment, stories are told through photo essays where every photo speaks of every Griffin’s earnest expression of love following its main theme, “3 Words. 8 Letters.”

Check out these amazing stories which showcase not only skills but also stories that express and celebrate love.

* The following essays are from the winners of The Fortress’ Photo Essay contest.

Hoping that the love in fantasy can also happen in reality

First Place – 8 Words. 8 Letters. Photo Essay

By: Patricia Mae C. Bay

In a dark and cruel world of reality, she found a website that contained books that became her light and bridge to fantasy. a book that made her realize what love truly is. That became her hope that one day she could experience a love that is written in a book—a love that is full of magic. And that’s where the beginning starts—the beginning of loving herself so that when the time is right, she will be loved just like what’s written in a book.

The Creation

Second Place – 8 Words. 8 Letters. Photo Essay

By: Jeanah Ley P. Morales

Wherever my steps take me, everything I see is perfection: the formation of clouds, the rhythmic breathing of seas, and the beautiful structure of life. Humans are stewards of his creation, he created them to nurture his arts and to give love and be loved.

Everlasting Devotion

Third Place – 8 Words. 8 Letters. Photo Essay

By: Jimlex P. Segui

A mother’s love is the ultimate embodiment of unconditional love and sacrifice. From the moment of conception, a mother devotes her entire being to nurturing, protecting and guiding her child through life’s ups and downs. Her love is a beacon of hope, inspiring her child to chase their dreams and reach for the stars. Let us celebrate the unbreakable bond between a mother and child, and honor the incredible strength and resilience that mothers bring to the world.

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