The Blazon

The Blazon The Blazon is the official student publication of Bataan National High School - Junior High School in the English medium.

The Blazon is the official student publication of Bataan National High School - Junior High School (BNHS-JHS) in the English medium. Ever since the dissolution of the school's previous student publication, "The Bataan" which led to the formation of the publication and its Filipino counterpart, "Ang Banaag", The Blazon has rigorously continued to serve the Arellanista and the youth of the society b

eyond the campus walls. Despite the present challenges to independent and free journalism, the publication's editorial board and its members of the academe that serve under the common objective of the publication continue the fight for the deliverance of integrity and critical journalism to the Arellanista, serving as their mouthpiece for dissent and concern as well as a tool for the defense of democracy within the campus and beyond. The Blazon presses onward in its role of stepping outside and questioning the norms and set conventions to fulfill its pledge: To redefine campus journalism, and create great stories.

To benchmark and observe the best practices of the school’s special programs, the newly appointed officials from the Sch...
14/01/2026

To benchmark and observe the best practices of the school’s special programs, the newly appointed officials from the Schools Division Office (SDO) Meycauayan visited Bataan National High School–Junior High School (BNHS-JHS), January 14, Enrique "Tet" Garcia Auditorium.

The delegation was led by Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Merlina P. Cruz, CESO V, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Zurex T. Bacay, along with supervisors from SDO Meycauayan.

During the program, students from the Special Program in the Arts (SPA) presented performances featuring the school band, vocalists, rondalla and angklung ensemble, and dance groups, while exhibits from the SPA and Special Program in Foreign Language (SPFL) were displayed.

Christopher Conahap of Libtong National High School shared his experience during the visit, saying, “Nakakatuwa kasi ang huhusay talaga ng mga bata dito pati mga special programs.”

via Brigette Talan and Sophio Javier
Photos by Jari Diuco

To strengthen cultural understanding and friendship, Bataan National High School (BNHS) welcomed the Korean student-part...
09/01/2026

To strengthen cultural understanding and friendship, Bataan National High School (BNHS) welcomed the Korean student-participants of Chungnam Global Young Leaders during an Intercultural Exchange Activity held at the BNHS AVR, January 9.

The activity consisted of a walk tour around the campus led by selected SPFL Mandarin students, and other cultural activities.

As part of the cultural exchange, SPA students showed their talent in dancing traditional Filipino dances and playing instruments. Hands-on activities included Tinikling, Rondalla, and Arnis, allowing the visitors to actively participate.

"So sa Filipino alam naman natin na very familiar ang mga Filipinos sa Korean culture, so more ano [engagement] pa, more understanding sa culture. Especially dito, hands-on, they can meet the Filipino students," said Eric S. Caguiat, Chungnam Global Young Leaders' team leader.

The program concluded with the exchange of tokens of appreciation, certificates, and some Filipino snacks for the Korean students to try.

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Photos by Gabriel Lopez and Jari Diuco

Grade 10 students grooved and moved as they performed in the Hip-hop Year End Showdown at BNHS badminton Court, today. T...
17/12/2025

Grade 10 students grooved and moved as they performed in the Hip-hop Year End Showdown at BNHS badminton Court, today.

The event featured group performances from various Grade 10 sections, highlighting creativity, teamwork, and weeks of preparation.

MC Detlef Osman, a Grade 10 student said, “Napakasaya na may halong kaba, kasi ang gagaling ng mga ibang section pero syempre hindi kami magpapatalo."

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Photos by Angel De Guzman

LOOK: An estimated 120 students received shoes, gift packs, and preloved clothes from Arellanistas through the Supreme S...
12/12/2025

LOOK: An estimated 120 students received shoes, gift packs, and preloved clothes from Arellanistas through the Supreme Secondary Learners Government (SSLG), Math Enthusiasts Club (MEC), and Samahan ng mga Mag-aaral sa Filipino (SamaFil) during the “Bakas ng Kabutihan ngayong Kapaskuhan: Hakbang. Pangarap. Tagumpay” gift-giving program at the Shuttle Terminal, today.

“’Pag may kakayanan na kayo, you pay it forward, in any way,” School Principal Vilma S. Fernando said, urging learners to carry the value of generosity beyond the holiday season.

Learners from Bagong Silang and Munting Batangas are set to receive their gift packs tomorrow, December 13, at their respective barangay covered courts, while the distribution schedule for students in Barangay Tenejero is yet to be announced.

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Photos by Emiric Padua and Jari Diuco

LOOK: Grade 9 and 10 students of the Science, Technology and Engineering (STE) showcase their innovative work at the "Ro...
09/12/2025

LOOK: Grade 9 and 10 students of the Science, Technology and Engineering (STE) showcase their innovative work at the "Robots and Sensors in Action: An Exhibit" today, December 9, Enrique "Tet" Garcia Auditorium.

Among the works presented were robocars controlled by bluetooth modules, light maze, and traffic light simulations.

"As an STE, syempre learning codes are complicated, of course dito, na eexpound 'yung knowledge ko, para may alam ako tungkol sa topic and para sa upcoming years, magagamit ko talaga siya," Gabriela Garcia, a Grade 9 student shared.

The exhibition runs from December 9 to 12 and invites Elementary students to experience the exhibit first-hand.

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Photos by Jari Diuco and Angel De Guzman

IN PHOTOS: Campus journalists gather for the first ever Division Journalism Camp at the City of Balanga National High Sc...
09/12/2025

IN PHOTOS: Campus journalists gather for the first ever Division Journalism Camp at the City of Balanga National High School, December 6.

"We changed our cards in conducting our journalism activities for this school year. So, we have this camp now, so we can select the best ten that will advance in DSPC on February. Among the ten winners today, we will choose the best three for the RSPC," Marlyn Gerio, Education Program Supervisor in English said.

Meanwhile, the winning Radiobroadcasting and Scriptwriting team in English and Filipino, both from Tomas del Rosario College, along with teams from Bataan National High School-Junior High School for group contests Collaborative Desktop Publishing and Online Publishing, will compete straight in the Regional Schools Press Conference slated at Aurora in February.

Under the theme "Voices Rising, Future Shaping: Journalism for Truth, Service, and Social Progress in the AI Age," journalists were encouraged to uphold accuracy and accountability in their works.

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Photos by Ivory Samson, Naomi Quintana, and Jari Diuco

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗖 ✒️Upholding integrity and excellence, The Blazon congratulates the English scribes who represented Bat...
07/12/2025

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗖 ✒️

Upholding integrity and excellence, The Blazon congratulates the English scribes who represented Bataan National High School-Junior High School in the recently concluded Division Journalism Camp at the City of Balanga National High School, December 5-6.

These campus journalists showcased not only their skills in writing, but also their dedication to truth and service.

As they move forward to the Division Schools Press Confence slated in February, they carry with them the pride of the school and the responsibility of being voices for society.

Congratulations, Arellanistas!

To educate Arellanistas about the proper usage of social media, BNHS-JHS Counselling and Testing Center conducted an act...
04/12/2025

To educate Arellanistas about the proper usage of social media, BNHS-JHS Counselling and Testing Center conducted an activity with the theme Digital Responsibility: Navigating Cyberbullying and Practicing Proper Online Etiquette at the Audio-Visual Room (AVR), December 4.

"Para sana unti-unting maging responsable ang buong community ng arellano o BNHS sa paggamit ng teknolohiya kasi yung mga edad ninyo halos nauubos ang oras sa paggamit ng cellphone kaya kapag naging responsable kayo sa paggamit, hindi ito makakapagbigay ng harm sa sarili at sa ibang tao," Mary Jane S. Sabino, Guidance Counselor III said.

Moreover, the 1st batch of the activity was held on October 15, and the 2nd batch was held last November. Meanwhile, the 4th batch is scheduled to take place at the AVR tomorrow.

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Photos by Angel De Guzman

As part of the celebration of the National Reading Month, Arellanistas from different programs showcased their talents ...
02/12/2025

As part of the celebration of the National Reading Month, Arellanistas from different programs showcased their talents during the Mr. & Ms. English Icon.

Participants embodied different book characters from classic Romeo and Juliet to contemporary Harry and Hermione.

Furthermore, winners from different competition were given recognition during the said activity.

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Photos by Angel De Guzman

Abbygail Mina of 10-Mencius clinched 1st Place in the Young Masters of Communication Club's (YMC) impromptu speaking eve...
20/11/2025

Abbygail Mina of 10-Mencius clinched 1st Place in the Young Masters of Communication Club's (YMC) impromptu speaking event, yesterday, JPR 8.

Following her were Aegirine Beryl C. Aguirre in 2nd Place and Haven Jewel Bantay in 3rd, completing the roster of finalists who advanced from the elimination phase to the final performance.

“I was trying to be better than someone I really admired in this field, but to see that it actually came into fruition, I’m really happy,” Mina said.

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Photos by Sophio Javier

To empower young minds about the importance of gender responsive laws, BNHS-JHS's MAPEH Department conducted the Sexuali...
18/11/2025

To empower young minds about the importance of gender responsive laws, BNHS-JHS's MAPEH Department conducted the Sexuality Positivity, Education, Advocacy and Knowledge (SPEAK) Symposium for Grade 8 students today, November 18, Tet Garcia Auditorium.

With the goal of spreading awareness, resource speaker Atty. Jess Stanley A. Avila highlighted two laws, the Violence against Women and their Children (VAWC) and the Safe Spaces Act or the Bawal Bastos Law.

"Kapag kayo ay may kaalaman sa batas na VAWC, kaya niyong magbigay ng suporta. At sa pamamagitan ng suporta, maaari kayong makapag-ulat ng karahasan," said Avila.

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Photos by Brigette Talan and Sofia Lintag

In collaboration with the Bataeños Provincial Association of the Deaf, Bataan National High School-Junior High School an...
13/11/2025

In collaboration with the Bataeños Provincial Association of the Deaf, Bataan National High School-Junior High School and Senior High School held a symposium at the BNHS-JHS Auditorium with the theme 'Beyond Silence' in celebration for the Deaf Awareness Week 2025, November 12.

It aims to spread awareness to Grade 7 to 12 students by encouraging them to create a supportive environment for all and inclusivity for the deaf community .

"My hope is for everybody to realize that education is our right, your right, it's not a privilege, and mapractice natin yung inclusivity. We are talking about beyond silence, which means acceptance, understanding, and for that, meron tayong empowerment. So, beyond silence sa kanila is not really silence, but it's empowerment, that's their dream, that's their communication, and that's their love." said Resource Speaker, Chef Marilyn "Len" Peñaflor.

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Photos by Angel De Guzman

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