The College Voice

16/12/2024

"Simbang Gabi" or Misa de Gallo, is a Filipino tradition that captures the essence of Christmas. From December 16th to 24th—Filipinos rise early before sunrise, to attend dawn masses filled with hope and devotion.

Starting as early as 4 AM, people come together and attend mass as it reflects the deep faith of the Filipino people who seeks for blessings, success, health, and family unity. While many people believe that completing all nine dawn masses grants wishes.

This tradition is integral to Filipino culture, encourages us to embrace the true spirit of Christmas—a spirit of love, unwavering faith and hope.

Words | Christine Oquindo
Layout | Sky Politico

15/12/2024

JUST IN | Mayor Rex Revises Earlier Announcement on Class Suspension

Office of the City Mayor Hon. Rex R. Jalando-on suspends onsite classes on all levels in all public and private schools within the City from December 16-20.

The City Mayor’s earlier announcement of suspension of classes which only applied to selected schools is revised. Classes are to resume on January 2, 2025 instead of January 3.

All academic activities will transition to online and modular learning during these times and students are strictly advised to minimize outdoor exposures for their safety from volcanic ash amid Kanlaon unrest.

Words | Jocel Mari Ambing
Layout | Jazel Marie Dela Cruz

13/12/2024

COLLEGE NEWS | Research and Creative Works Conducts Research Seminar for Students

The Research and Creative Works office held an IMRAD and Research Format webinar for undergraduate students via Zoom aimed to provide essential knowledge on about content and proper research format today, December 13, 2024.

Prof. Jason P. Amar, Program Chair of the English Division at West Visayas State University - Himamaylan Campus, served as the resource speaker—comprehensively discussing the IMRAD format for research to undergraduate students of La Carlota City College who are currently enrolled in research subjects.

In addition, Dr. Trudy C. Cerbo, Dean of the College of Education at La Carlota City College, presented on the LCCC research format revealing secrets that can contribute to scholarly success.

Words & Photos | Mayve Jane Dalisay

13/12/2024

COLLEGE NEWS | LCCC - Cubay Onsite Scholastic Operations Halt until January 2025

Decreed by the Office of the City Mayor amid the Mt. Kanlaon eruption, face-to-face classes at La Carlota City College - Cubay Campus are suspended from December 16 to January 3, 2025.

Other schools included in the list are Miguel Mondia Elementary School (Sitio Bais, Brgy. Yubo), Yubo Elementary School, Yubo National High School - Junior High School, Yubo National High School - Senior High School, Ara-al Elementary School, Ara-al Elementary School Extension (Nailab), La Carlota North Elementary School, La Carlota South Elementary School II, and Doña Hortencia Salas Benedicto National High School-SHS.

These institutions are to transition to applicable Alternative Delivery Modes (ADMs) to ensure continuation of learning despite the current circumstances.

“Let us work together to support each other as we navigate through this crisis. Stay safe, and take care of one another,” Mayor Jalando-on urged the public to show compassion and empathy during this time.

LCCC - Cubay Campus is currently utilized as an evacuation center for IDPs. Meanwhile, the resumption of classes on the Main Campus is yet to be announced.

Words | A. Buala
Layout | Jazel Marie Dela Cruz

13/12/2024

September 2024 LET Results Are In!

La Carlota City College produced 153 newly-registered teachers in the September 2024 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).

With the recent announcement of results from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 22 Elementary level and 131 Secondary level passers who have conquered this challenging path and emerged victorious.

May your passion for teaching continue to inspire future generations.

Congratulations, Blue Alphas! Invictus, LCCCians!

See full results here: https://www.prcboard.com/let-results-september-2024-elementary-and-secondary-list-of-passers

Words | Jocel Mari Ambing
Layout | Edrian Enim

11/12/2024

JUST IN | Mayor Rex Suspends Classes until Friday

Office of the City Mayor Hon. Rex R. Jalando-on officially suspends classes on all levels in both public and private schools until Friday, December 13.

Classes have been suspended since Monday due to the Mt. Kanlaon situation. It remains uncertain when normal operations will resume as the volcano is still under Alert Level 3 and some schools have been repurposed as evacuation centers for IDPs.

Words | A. Buala
Layout | Jazel Marie Dela Cruz

11/12/2024

COLLEGE NEWS | LCCC Sheds Light to Displaced Children of Mt. Kanlaon Eruption

Participated by almost 195 child evacuees of the recent Mount Kanlaon eruption, La Carlota City College Alumni Association Inc. (LCCCAAI)—in collaboration with, the Faculty and Employees Association Inc. (LCCC FEAI) and LCCC Library— presented a storytelling activity with interactive games at the LCCC - Cubay Campus Covered Court today, December 11, 2024.

Through this group initiative and the storytelling activity led by Cubay Campus’ College Librarian Ms. Felin Paniergo, they shed light and provide emotional support to the distressed.

Essential kits were also given to ensure that they have the necessary things to sustain their health during this time of unpredicted phenomenon.

Words | Mayve Jane Dalisay, Shane Salas
Photo | David

11/12/2024

LOCAL NEWS | Mangkasanons Flock Evacuation Centers

Residing in the City Evacuation Center, City Gymnasiums 1 and 2, LCCC - Cubay Campus, La Carlota North Elementary School, and La Carlota South Elementary School II, the Office of the City Mayor reported that there are a total of 2,565 internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Brgy. Yubo and Brgy. Ara-al according to data collected yesterday, December 10, 2024.

With Mt. Kanlaon still on Alert Level 3, the local government unit is “closely monitoring the situation and is fully prepared to respond, ensuring the safety and well-being of all Mangkasanons” according to the statement from the office of Hon. Rex R. Jalando-on.

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Evacuees who are displaced from their homes are in need of potable water, food, and mats to sleep on.

If you are moved to help those in need, the Supreme Student Republic is accepting monetary donations through GCash. You can send them through SSR President Sean David Calumbiran’s account - 09563994218. QR Code will be posted in the comment section.

For potable water or water container donations, you can drop them off at La Carlota City College - Main Campus.

Any form of assistance, whether monetary or in-kind, is greatly appreciated.

Words | A. Buala
Photo | Ma. Lyn Japitana

10/12/2024

LOCAL NEWS | Mt. Kanlaon Remains in Alert Level 3

As of 5:00 AM, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) declared that Mt. Kanlaon Remains in Alert Level 3, December 10, 2024.

After a 24-hour observation from 12:00 AM yesterday until today, PHIVOLCS confirmed that there is intensified unrest in Kanlaon. The edifice of the volcano is currently inflated and a total of 20 volcanic earthquakes have been recorded.

Alert Level 3 entails that there are increased chances for sudden and even stronger explosive eruptions to occur and endanger communities at risk with life-threatening volcanic hazards. Addressing this, flights have already been cancelled as announced by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).

Hon. Rex R. Jalando-on also immediately mandated to evacuate residents from Brgy, Ara-al and Brgy. Yubo. City Evacuation Center, City Gymnasium 1, City Gymnasium 2, and LCCC - Cubay Campus are currently accommodating evacuees from these areas.

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Evacuees who are displaced from their homes are in need of potable water, food, and mats to sleep on.

If you are moved to help those in need, the Supreme Student Republic is accepting monetary donations through GCash. You can send them through SSR President Sean David Calumbiran’s account - 09563994218. QR Code will be posted in the comment section.

For potable water or water container donations, you can drop them off at La Carlota City College - Main Campus.

Any form of assistance, whether monetary or in-kind, is greatly appreciated.

Words | A. Buala
Graphic | PHIVOLCS

09/12/2024

FURTHER UPDATE | LCCC - Cubay Campus Houses 246 Families

As of 9:20 PM today, La Carlota City College - Cubay Campus has recorded a total of 246 families evacuating from Brgy. Yubo.

There are currently 876 individuals taking refuge. With Alert Level 3 still in place and the ongoing registration of evacuees, numbers are expected to rise even more as the night settles in.

Any further update regarding the evacuation situation is to be posted.

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Evacuees who are displaced from their homes are in need of potable water, food, and mats to sleep on.

If you are moved to help those in need, the Supreme Student Republic is accepting monetary donations through GCash. You can send them through SSR President Sean David Calumbiran’s account - 09563994218. QR Code will be posted in the comment section.

For potable water or water container donations, you can drop them off at La Carlota City College - Main Campus.

Any form of assistance, whether monetary or in-kind, is greatly appreciated. May God bless your gracious hearts.

Words | A. Buala
Photo | David

09/12/2024

BE IN THE KNOW | Brgy. Ara-al In Need of Potable Water

Due to the recent eruption of Mt. Kanla-on, the residents of Brgy. Ara-al are in dire need of potable water, as their water source has been contaminated by ash fall. We are seeking monetary donations to help us raise funds to provide and distribute water to the affected areas. You may send it through gcash.

And We also welcome any other forms of donations water containers, food, facemasks.

Please contact any of the following SK officials for further information:

SK CHAIRPERSON:
FAYE NICOLE SOLOMON
Gcash- 09055431079

SK MEMBERS:
ANDREA ALVAREZ
IAN MARK ARROYO
NICOLE MAGBANUA
LYNNEL ALIPONGGA
MAYBILYN NAVARRA
JOEL CASTILLO JR.
VIGELYN MATEO

Luke 6:38

"Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”

09/12/2024

COLLEGE NEWS | LCCC Takes In Evacuees

La Carlota City College - Cubay Campus opened its doors to evacuees from Brgy. Yubo earlier this afternoon in response to the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, December 9, 2024.

This is a developing story. Further updates to be posted.

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If you are moved to help those in need, the Supreme Student Republic is accepting monetary donations through GCash.

You can send them through SSR President Sean David Calumbiran’s account - 09563994218. QR Code will be posted in the comment section.

Any form of assistance, whether monetary or in-kind, is greatly appreciated. May God protect us all during this time.

Words | A. Buala
Photo | David

09/12/2024

Let's go all out for LCCC!

Let's all go out also for those who are affected by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon.

09/12/2024

BE IN THE KNOW | What To Do Before, During, and After an Ashfall

09/12/2024

BE IN THE KNOW | La Carlota City Emergency Hotlines

In times of calamity or emergency, keep these numbers on the dial.

LA CARLOTA CITY EMERGENCY HOTLINES

During times in need of help, know the important numbers that could save your life. From fire to crime to everyday life’s instances, the local government unit is here to aid and deliver their services to every Mangkasanon.

09/12/2024

JUST IN | Classes Suspend in La Carlota City

The Office of the City Mayor suspends classes on all levels in both public and private schools amid Mt. Kanlaon eruption until further notice.

Everyone is advised to be alert and be prepared during this time.

Words | Andrea Buala
Layout | Jazel Marie Dela Cruz

09/12/2024

JUST IN | Mt. Kanlaon Erupts

As reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), an ongoing explosive eruption of Mt. Kanlaon occurred at 3:03 PM today, December 9, 2024.

Words | Andrea Buala
Photo | John Henley A. Marchan

08/12/2024

In the Catholic Church, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a major feast day that is observed on the 8th day of December. It celebrates the idea that God bestowed a unique favor on the Blessed Virgin Mary in order to prepare her to be the mother of Jesus Christ, that she was created without original sin.

According to this doctrine, Mary is an example of holiness and obedience for all Christians because of her exceptional purity and total surrender to God's plan. The term “Immaculate Conception” refers to Mary's conception in the womb of her mother, St. Anne, rather than the conception of Jesus.

May her purity and obedience inspire us to live a life of faith and holiness.

Words | Mayve Jane Dalisay
Layout | Sky Politico