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Formerly The Recollects Publications

๐‰๐จ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐š๐ง ๐’๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ, ๐‚๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ |On November 27 at 2:00 pm, students from the University of San Jose - Recolet...
27/11/2025



๐‰๐จ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐š๐ง ๐’๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ, ๐‚๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ |

On November 27 at 2:00 pm, students from the University of San Jose - Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, took part in an organized earthquake drillโ€”briefly pausing classes as alarms signaled the start of the exercise.

Students quickly performed the โ€œduck, cover, and holdโ€ procedure before evacuating to designated safety areas under the guidance of faculty and safety officers.

The drill aimed to strengthen disaster preparedness on campus and ensure that students know how to respond calmly and efficiently during seismic emergencies.

Via Albrich Aposaga | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer & Photo Journalist

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE Journalists shine as they win multiple awards at the recent District Schools Press Conference 2025...
27/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE Journalists shine as they win multiple awards at the recent District Schools Press Conference 2025, hosted at Buanoy Central School. These talented students have secured their spot to compete at the upcoming Divisional Schools Press Conference, scheduled for December 1 to 5 next week in Argao, Cebu.

๐๐„๐–๐’ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
1ST - Baron, Prince Uriel (English)
5TH - Reboquio, Reiza Ariah (Filipino)

Secondary Level:
1ST - Adorno, Pretie Yvonne (English)
3RD - Labrador, Miel Bianca (English)

๐’๐๐Ž๐‘๐“๐’ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary level:
2ND - Yray, Kylor Ghilles (English)
5TH - Ybaรฑez, Theo James (Filipino)

Secondary level:
2nd - Gonzaga, Kim Avril (English)

๐„๐ƒ๐ˆ๐“๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
1ST - Travero, Anne Margareth (English)
2ND - Desquitado, Alexa (Filipino)
4TH - Narsico, Samantha Merith (English)

Secondary Level:
1ST - Odevilas, Zaira Gwyneth (English)
4TH - Ubod, Miguel Sebastian (English)

๐„๐ƒ๐ˆ๐“๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐‚๐€๐‘๐“๐Ž๐Ž๐๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
3RD - Lauren Jamie David (English)
5TH - Mesias, Mary Aiyana(Filipino)

Secondary Level:
2ND - Oรฑo, Ryan James (Filipino)
3RD - Baliguat, Yelah (English)

๐…๐„๐€๐“๐”๐‘๐„ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
Elementary Level:
2ND - Dela Cerna, Franz Julia (Filipino)
5TH - Dumdum, Mary Danessa (English)

Secondary Level:
2ND - Tagpuno, Janwelve (English)

๐๐‡๐Ž๐“๐Ž๐‰๐Ž๐”๐‘๐๐€๐‹๐ˆ๐’๐Œ
Elementary Level:
2ND - Manansala, Kaye Chezka (Filipino)
4TH - Abapo, Megumi Venice (English)

Secondary Level:
2ND - Cabanilla, Tifa (English)
4TH - Lazaga, Kristel (English)
5TH - Lazaga, Shauhey (English)

๐‚๐Ž๐‹๐”๐Œ๐ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
3RD - Kangleon, Roberto III (English)
4TH - Castilla, Arianne Page (English)

๐’๐‚๐ˆ๐„๐๐‚๐„ ๐€๐๐ƒ ๐“๐„๐‚๐‡๐๐Ž๐‹๐Ž๐†๐˜ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
5TH - Ceton, Rhenrose Abhegail (English)

๐‚๐Ž๐๐˜๐‘๐„๐€๐ƒ๐ˆ๐๐† ๐€๐๐ƒ ๐‡๐„๐€๐ƒ๐‹๐ˆ๐๐„ ๐–๐‘๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
4TH - Belarmino, Kirsten Louise (English)

๐‘๐€๐ƒ๐ˆ๐Ž ๐๐‘๐Ž๐€๐ƒ๐‚๐€๐’๐“๐ˆ๐๐†
2ND PLACE - FILIPINO MEDIUM
โ€ข Cabras, Ralph Benedict
โ€ข Alita, Abby
โ€ข Cruz, Evens
โ€ข Sigue, Niรฑa Therese
โ€ข Mahidlawon, Abraham
โ€ข Palermo, MC Jewelsan
โ€ข Aguanta, Jude David

3RD PLACE - ENGLISH MEDIUM
โ€ข Cabangisan, Arthur Gil
โ€ข Abapo, Jannah Mitzi
โ€ข Puntenegra, Azenith
โ€ข Morales, Mhiel
โ€ข Alcantara, Kenji Martin
โ€ข Gerasol, Czarina Fiona Reese
โ€ข Mendoza, Kish

๐’๐‚๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐‹ ๐๐€๐๐„๐‘ ๐’๐๐„๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐€๐–๐€๐‘๐ƒ๐’
โ€ข Best in Editorial paper (Elementary)
โ€ข Best in Feature paper (Secondary)
โ€ข Best in Sports paper (Secondary)

๐–๐ˆ๐๐๐ˆ๐๐† ๐‚๐Ž๐€๐‚๐‡๐„๐’: Ms. Lorie Rose Monares, Mrs. Cheny A. Stichon, Ms. Teena S. Paรฑares, and Ms. Eyra Sewane

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and journalists who participated in this competition. The school wishes you all the best as you advance further into your journalism journey. Adelante!

Via Wynne Arcay | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via Eyra Sewane | Photo Courtesy

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, conducted a clean-up operati...
27/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, conducted a clean-up operation at Nangka National High School as part of its ongoing community outreach and environmental stewardship efforts.

The event was organized by the Student Activity Coordinator, Mr. James Louie Ramos, and assisted by CAT Unit 1 Commander, Mr. Junrick Cabaluna, Scout Master Mr. Charles Christian Gomez, teachers Mr. Jade Butaya and Mr. Jonil Apas, together with the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, CAT Unit, and volunteers from the Grade 11 regular and afternoon shift students.

This is only the first of the three-day operation, which will continue in the coming days to further support the schoolโ€™s cleanliness, safety, and improvement initiatives.

Through simple acts of service and teamwork, the Josenian community continues to show that small hands, when joined together, can create a big and lasting impact.

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via James Louie Ramos | Photo Courtesy

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! USJ-R Balambanโ€™s ADELANTE Journalists arrive at Buanoy Central School for the District Schools Press Confer...
25/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! USJ-R Balambanโ€™s ADELANTE Journalists arrive at Buanoy Central School for the District Schools Press Conference happening from November 26 - November 27.

Ready to showcase their talents and skills in the field of journalism across various categories, we wish our journalists the best of luck throughout the competition. Adelante, Josenians!

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer & Photo Journalist

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE journalists are set to participate in the District Schools Press Conference 2025 today at Buanoy C...
25/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! ADELANTE journalists are set to participate in the District Schools Press Conference 2025 today at Buanoy Central School across various categories such as News Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing, Sports Writing, Copyreading and Headline Writing, Science and Technology Writing, Photo Journalism, Editorial Cartooning, Column Writing, and Layouting as well as group categories like Radio Broadcasting, TV Broadcasting, and Mobile Journalism.

We extend our best wishes to our dedicated journalists as they combine their passion with their craft, sharing their truths through words and media. Adelante!

Via Wynne Arcay | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via KC Manansala & Azenith Puntenegra | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Graphics Designer

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the Grade 12 students of the University of San Joseโ€“Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, held...
22/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! Earlier today, the Grade 12 students of the University of San Joseโ€“Recoletos (USJ-R), Balamban Campus, held their Oral Defense Examination in requirement for their Practical Research 2 subject simultaneously from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the High School AVR and Grade 12 STEM-B Classroom.

Throughout the day, students confidently presented their research studies before their assigned panelists. Each group showcased their findings, defended their methodologies, and responded to questions that tested their understanding and readiness as young researchers.

By the end of the program, the most awaited moment arrivedโ€”the awarding of winners. Firstly, a certificate of recognition was presented by Ms. Stephanie Mae Leones, the Senior High School (SHS) Academic Coordinator, and Ms. Catherine Aguanta, the Research Adviser, and given to the panelists namely: Ms. Era Amante, Ms. Eliah Eden Antiga, Mr. Charles Christian Gomez, and Mr. Jordan Gutierrez for their valuable insights, constructive feedback, and dedicated service throughout the oral defense.

Finally, the groups with outstanding research performance and exceptional presentation skills were awarded their certificates of recognition and special distinctions. The winners are the following:

Best in Research Novelty Award ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขGroup 1 STEM A Regular
โ€ขHUMSS Regular
โ€ขGroup 3 STEM B Regular
โ€ขGroup 2 STEM B Regular
โ€ขICT Afternoon Shift
โ€ขGroup 2 STEM Afternoon Shift
โ€ขGroup 2 STEM A Regular

Best in Manuscript ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขABM Regular

Best in Research Individual Presentation ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขYelah Baliguat
โ€ขAzenith Puentenegra
โ€ขGail Amyrhine Sayson
โ€ขJannah Mitzi Abapo
โ€ขMae Ann Alvarez
โ€ขJecel Mary Judilla
โ€ขKC Manansala
โ€ขOdessa Monterola
โ€ขJanwelve Tagpuno
โ€ขLemaris Tagpuno
โ€ขGlyza Jade Oligue
โ€ขMa Angel Caรฑete
โ€ขKim Avril Gonzaga
โ€ขBrynn Hesper Suico

Best in Research Group Presentation ๐Ÿ†
โ€ขABM Regular

Congratulations to all the Grade 12 researchers for their hard work and perseverance! Your dedication marks a promising beginning to your future academic and professional journeys. Keep striving, discovering, and creating meaningful work. Adelante, Josenians!

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

Via KC Manansala | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Photo Journalist

๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! The University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletosโ€™ Boy Scout Unit have arrived in Singapore as part of the Josenian de...
18/11/2025



๐…๐‹๐€๐’๐‡ ๐ˆ๐ ! The University of San Jose โ€“ Recoletosโ€™ Boy Scout Unit have arrived in Singapore as part of the Josenian delegation to the SG60 Singapore International Scout Jamboree, happening from November 18 to 25.

With a representative from USJ-R Balamban, Nigel Chad Almirol, joining the larger group of Senior Scouts from the Basic Education Department in USJ-R Basak, together they proudly carry the colors of the University and the country throughout the weeklong celebration.

The Scouts will participate in various leadership, cultural, and outdoor activities, and gain experiences that aim to build their character, skills, and sense of global citizenship as young Josenian ambassadors.

Through their participation in the SG60 Jamboree, the Josenian Scouts proudly represent USJ-R on the global stage, gaining valuable skills and experiences that strengthen their leadership, character, and identity as young ambassadors of the University. Adelante, Josenian Scouts!

Via Janwelve Tagpuno | ๐˜ผ๐˜ฟ๐™€๐™‡๐˜ผ๐™‰๐™๐™€ Writer

: ๐™…๐™ค๐™จ๐™š๐™ฃ๐™ž๐™–๐™ฃ๐™จ ๐™ž๐™ฃ ๐˜ผ๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ On behalf of the hearts of the Josenians, the University of San Jose - Recoletos (USJ-R) Balamban...
10/11/2025

: ๐™…๐™ค๐™จ๐™š๐™ฃ๐™ž๐™–๐™ฃ๐™จ ๐™ž๐™ฃ ๐˜ผ๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ

On behalf of the hearts of the Josenians, the University of San Jose - Recoletos (USJ-R) Balamban Campus extends its support through the efforts of the Supreme Student Council (SSC) 10th Congress, the CAT Unit 1, and the faculty and staffโ€”not only by joining hands to clean and restore the campus grounds that were severely flooded during the Typhoon Tino incident, but also by delivering relief goods to those affected.

Following the tragedy of Typhoon Tino, which left behind not only damaged surroundings but also a scarred community, the affected areas continue to rise, rebuild, and find hope once more. This act of solidarity reflects the true spirit of being a Josenianโ€”to serve not only the school, but the entire community as proud Cebuanos.


๐Ÿ“ธ: Michaella Campilanan | SSC 12TH CONGRESS PRESIDENT
โœ๏ธ: Janwelve Tagpuno | SSC 12TH CONGRESS VICE-PRESIDENT

! | ๐”๐‘๐†๐„๐๐“ ๐‡๐„๐‹๐ ๐“๐Ž ๐“๐‡๐Ž๐’๐„ ๐ˆ๐ ๐๐„๐„๐ƒ๐„๐ƒ ๐Ÿ“ฃWe ask every josenian to lend a hand in helping those affected by typhoon Tino, fel...
08/11/2025

! | ๐”๐‘๐†๐„๐๐“ ๐‡๐„๐‹๐ ๐“๐Ž ๐“๐‡๐Ž๐’๐„ ๐ˆ๐ ๐๐„๐„๐ƒ๐„๐ƒ ๐Ÿ“ฃ

We ask every josenian to lend a hand in helping those affected by typhoon Tino, fellow students, teachers and faculty members have suffered from the devastating floods and hazards brought by this typhoon. We ask everyone to please donate any of needs necessary resources, like dry clothes, canned goods, rice, clean water and more, Josenians can also help by donating via gcash through these QR codes.

Every act of your kindness is greatly needed in these time of need, the 12th SSC Congress is ready to accept any donations available via drop off at USJR - Balamban school grounds or digital banking, as students, cebuanos, and Josenians, we must help those in need, because no one stands alone.


๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ: Azenith Puentenegra & Albrich Aposaga | SSC 12th Congress PIO & EXECOM
โœ๏ธ: Miguel Bioy | SSC 12th Congress PIO

โš ๏ธ ๐‘ฑ๐‘ถ๐‘บ๐‘ฌ๐‘ต๐‘ฐ๐‘จ๐‘ต๐‘บ ๐‘ฉ๐‘ฌ ๐‘ท๐‘น๐‘ฌ๐‘ท๐‘จ๐‘น๐‘ฌ๐‘ซ ๐Ÿ“ฃCebu will experience the effects of the tropical storm "TINO" according to PAGASA we pray tha...
03/11/2025

โš ๏ธ ๐‘ฑ๐‘ถ๐‘บ๐‘ฌ๐‘ต๐‘ฐ๐‘จ๐‘ต๐‘บ ๐‘ฉ๐‘ฌ ๐‘ท๐‘น๐‘ฌ๐‘ท๐‘จ๐‘น๐‘ฌ๐‘ซ ๐Ÿ“ฃ

Cebu will experience the effects of the tropical storm "TINO" according to PAGASA we pray that during these times, we are protected, ready, and resilient to face the upcoming storm, we advise everyone to stay indoors and prepare necessary supplies like canned goods, medical kits, flashlights and etc. we must stay calm during disasters and follow the regulated evacuation centers if potential danger arises, let us all pray to stay safe during this storm.

Please take note of the following ๐‘ฌ๐‘ด๐‘ฌ๐‘น๐‘ฎ๐‘ฌ๐‘ต๐‘ช๐’€ ๐‘ช๐‘ถ๐‘ต๐‘ป๐‘จ๐‘ช๐‘ป ๐‘ต๐‘ผ๐‘ด๐‘ฉ๐‘ฌ๐‘น๐‘บ:

BALAMBAN FIRE STATION
09707786288 | 0322590238

RESCUE | MDRRMO
09855102797 | 0323458220 LOC 141

BALAMBAN LGU
0323458220 | 0322542072 | 0322452175

CEBU PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL - BALAMBAN
0322605782 LOC 142 | 0324291356 | 0322311875

CEBECO III
09151631134

BALAMBAN WATER DISTRICT
09190665362 | 09989983574 | 09988494112

PNP REGIONAL OFFICE 7
0322310860 | 0322560117 | 0322560116 | 0324140116

BALAMBAN POLICE HOTLINE
09985986365

Praying for safety and protection while serving in resiliency, this is your 12๐ญ๐ก ๐’๐’๐‚ ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ ๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ, ๐ฌ๐ญ๐š๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐š๐Ÿ๐ž ๐ฃ๐จ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐š๐ง๐ฌ!


๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ&โœ๏ธ: Miguel Bioy & Azenith Aplaya | SSC 12th CONGRESS PIO

๐“๐“ต๐“ต ๐“ข๐“ธ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ผ ๐““๐“ช๐”‚ | ๐“—๐“ธ๐“ท๐“ธ๐“ป๐“ฒ๐“ท๐“ฐ ๐“ฝ๐“ฑ๐“ฎ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ถ๐“ธ๐“ป๐“ฒ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ธ๐“ฏ ๐“ž๐“พ๐“ป ๐“›๐“ธ๐“ฟ๐“ฎ๐“ญ ๐“ž๐“ท๐“ฎ๐“ผToday, we lovingly remember our brothers and sisters who've gon...
02/11/2025



๐“๐“ต๐“ต ๐“ข๐“ธ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ผ ๐““๐“ช๐”‚ | ๐“—๐“ธ๐“ท๐“ธ๐“ป๐“ฒ๐“ท๐“ฐ ๐“ฝ๐“ฑ๐“ฎ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ถ๐“ธ๐“ป๐“ฒ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ธ๐“ฏ ๐“ž๐“พ๐“ป ๐“›๐“ธ๐“ฟ๐“ฎ๐“ญ ๐“ž๐“ท๐“ฎ๐“ผ

Today, we lovingly remember our brothers and sisters who've gone before usโ€”marked with the sign of faith. We entrust their souls to God's infinite mercy, praying that He may purify them and welcome them into eternal bliss.

Through our prayersโ€”especially the Holy Massโ€”we offer them comfort and assistance on their journey to eternal life. United in the Communion of Saints, we celebrate the bond that transcends death, knowing we're one family in Christ: those on earth, those in heaven, and those being purified.

As we honor their memory, we're reminded that love knows no bounds, and in God, our connections endure forever. May the souls of our dearly departed rest in peace, and may their memory inspire us to live with love, kindness, and compassion.

May we honor their legacy by spreading joy, supporting one another, and living each day with purpose and heart.

๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ & โœ๏ธ | Princess Elijah Manso

๐๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ | ๐€๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐’๐š๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ฌโ€™ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ !On this solemn feast of All Saints' Day, observed each year on November 1st, the Church...
01/11/2025



๐๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ | ๐€๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐’๐š๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ฌโ€™ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ !

On this solemn feast of All Saints' Day, observed each year on November 1st, the Church venerates all saintsโ€”both known and unknownโ€”who have attained heavenly glory through their exemplary faith and holiness.

This celebration, rooted in early Christian reverence for martyrs, was formally instituted by Pope Gregory III in the 8th century, and universally extended by Pope Gregory IV in the 9th centuryโ€”signifying the spiritual union between the Church on earth and the communion of saints in heaven.

As we commemorate their lives of profound devotion and sacrifice, we are called to emulate their virtues of love, grace, and humility. Through Mass, prayers, and reflection, may this sacred day inspire us to renew our commitment to holiness and service to God.

Once again, Happy All Saints' Day!

โœ๏ธ | Czarina Fiona Gerasol
๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ | Kathleen Borces

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