TINTA

16/11/2024

As the northern part of Luzon is now under Typhoon Signal Number 3, we would like to inform everyone on how to prepare for the upcoming typhoon through this infographic created by the DSWD Disaster Response Management. Additionally, as part of our information dissemination campaign, here are the hotline numbers to contact in case of an emergency:

PH EMERGENCY HOTLINES(RESCUE)

Metro Manila:
1. San Juan City 238-43-33
2. Paranaque City 829-09-22
3. Muntinlupa City. 925-43-51
4. Valenzuela City. 292-14-05/0915-2598376
5. Makati City. 870-11-91/870-14-60
6. Caloocan (south). 288-77-17
7. Caloocan (north). 277-28-85
8. Mandaluyong City 532-21-89/532-24-02
9. Marikina City. 646-24-36/646-24-26
10. Pasig City 632-00-99
11. Pateros 642-51-59
12. Manila. 927-13-35/978-53-12
13. Taguig City. 0917-550-3727

RED CROSS:
1. Caloocan. 366-03-80
2. Paranaque. 836-47-90
3. Mandaluyong. 571-98-94/986-99-52
4. Manila. 527-21-61/527-35-95
5. Itchy. 403-62-67/403-58-26
6. Quezon City 0917-854-2956
7. Valenzuela 432-02-73

NATIONAL HOTLINE - 911
Quezon City - 122
UNTV. - 911-86-88

RIZAL PROVINCE(Region 4A)
1. Tanay. 655-17-73 local 253
2. Cardona. 954-97-28/0915-612-6631
3. Teresa. 0920-972-3731
4. San Mateo 781-68-20
5. Rodriguez. 531-61-06
6. Angono. 451-17-11
7. Morong 212-57-41/0926-691-4281
8. Antipolo 234-2676/734-2470

CAVITE PROVINCE(Region 4A)
1. Imus. (046) 471-06-29/0998-8499635
2. Rosario. (046) 432-05-26/0917-7936767
They are 3. (046) 414-37-76
4. Dasmari ñas (046) 683-09-38/513-17-66
5. Tagaytay (046) 483-04-46/0927-8569979
RED CROSS(Cavite Area)
1. Cavite City (046) 431-05-62/484-62-66
2. Dasmari ñas. (046) 402-62-67/0916-2450527

BATANGAS PROVINCE (Region 4A)
1. Rosario. (043) 311-29-35/0917-5313884
2. Different PNP. (043) 311-73-44
3. Lipa Red Cross (043) 740-07-68

QUEZON PROVINCE (Region 4A)
1. Atimonan. 0956-5523686/0908-9832111
Radio Freq.: 147.150 mhz
2. Tiaong. (042) 545-91-87/0912-2226895
Radio Freq.: 146.150 mhz
PNP (042) 545-91-66
0999-169-08-96
Fire. (042) 545-99-00
0915-603-42-90
3. Baler. 0920-594-19-06/0918-6626169
Radio Freq.: 152.020 mhz
PNP 0908-526-40-29
Fire. 0919-999-83-29

BULACAN PROVINCE
1. Meycauayan Bulacan
Rescue - (044)323-04-04
- 0915-707-7929
- 0925-707-7929
Fire - (044)228-91-67
- 0922-210-3168
PNP-0916-582-7475
2. Malolos, Bulacan
Rescue - (044)760-51-60
PNP - (044) 796-24-83
- 0933-610-4327
Red Cross - (044)662-59-22
3. Calumpit Bulacan
Rescue - (044)913-72-95
- 0923-401-4305
- 0916-390-3931
PNP-0995-966-4427
- 0933-197-8736
Fire - (044)913-72-89
- 0925-522-5237
4. Hagonoy Bulacan
Rescue - (044)793-58-11
- 0925-885-5811
5. Baliuag Bulacan
Rescue - 0917-505-7827
6. Norzagaray Bulacan
Rescue - 0916-359-0233
7. Sta. Maria Bulacan
Rescue - 0925-773-7283
8. Bustos Bulacan
Rescue - (044)761-10-98
9. San Miguel, Bulacan
Rescue -(044)762-10-20
- 0995-059-5054
- 0928-187-6784

We, at TINTA, are praying alongside our fellow Filipinos for the swift dissipation of the approaching Typhoon Pepito.

14/11/2024

𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐕 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐬 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐎𝐖𝐂𝐀 𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐀 𝟐 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧

November 13 — Saint Mary’s Angels College of Valenzuela (SMACV) claimed the finals match of VALPRISAA 2 by overpowering Words of Wisdom Christian Academy (WOWCA) with a final score of 100-78. The championship match, held at the Our Lady of Lourdes College Gymnasium and monitored by the Valenzuela Private School Athletics Association (VALPRISAA), saw SMACV take the lead consistently throughout the game.

SMACV opened with a 22-16 lead in the first quarter, setting the tone for the match. Their three-point shooting extended their advantage to 48-32 by halftime. Despite WOWCA’s efforts to fight back, SMACV maintained a 12-point lead at the end of the third quarter, 68-56. In the final stretch, SMACV’s relentless offense secured their 22-point victory, 100-78.

Key player Patrick Jugan stood out with an outstanding performance that earned him Player of the Game. Despite sustaining a head injury during the intense match, Jugan’s resilience was evident. Reflecting on the team’s performance, Jugan remarked, “Wala namang maiiba, pero mas malakas yung kalaban namin sa susunod. Pagagandahin na lang namin nang sobra."

The win reinforces SMACV’s position as a formidable contender in the VALPRISAA League as they prepare for tougher opponents ahead.

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Written by Aaron Gaffud
📷 Sathel Ramirez

14/11/2024

𝐇𝐒 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫

"Anyone can press the shutter, but it takes a true eye to capture the soul of a story." This was stated by Mr. Reynald C. Magana about photography for the "Visual Storytelling: Capturing the Soul of a Story" seminar held today at DRR Auditorium of Saint Mary's Angels College of Valenzuela (SMACV).

The seminar was hosted by the SMACV Archangel Jophiel Library for the 34th Library and Information Services Month with the theme "Unity towards Inclusive and Empowered Libraries" and aimed to inform and educate the Marian Angels on applying photography to express stories.

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By Selfina Alfaro
📷 Venice Calaor

13/11/2024

VALPRISAA Basketball Mens Finals

SMACV vs. WOWCA

12/11/2024

Thank you to the Grade 8 Marian Angels who participated in TINTA’s “Pagsulat ng Tula Para sa Valenzuela”! Your prowess in writing in our mother tongue was shown through each and every line and stanza in your poems, and we could not have been more thankful for the time and effort you put into making them.

Happy Valenzuela Day!

For more writing projects, stay tuned to the TINTA page. We’d love to expand on more prompts for you to try!

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12/11/2024

LITERARY | Pagsulat ng Tula Para sa Valenzuela

Entry #3: “Bayang Sinilang” (James Ezekiel Sevilla - Grade 8 Saint Joachim)

Bayang sinilang
Lubos na pinupugay
Ang aking bayan
Pinagmamalaki ko
At dinararangal ko

Ang araw niya
Huwag kakalimutan
At igalak n’yo
Nang lubusan sapagkat
Ito ang ating bayan

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12/11/2024

LITERARY | Pagsulat ng Tula Para sa Valenzuela

Entry #2: “Valenzuela Day” (Irene Doria - Grade 8 Saint Joachim)

Valenzuela Day,
Bayan na umuusbong,
Puno ng dangal.

Lupang mahal ko,
Dito ako’y lumaki,
Puno ng saya.

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12/11/2024

LITERARY | Pagsulat ng Tula Para sa Valenzuela

Entry #1: “Ang Aking Bayan” (Via Alfaro - Grade 8 Saint Joachim)

Ang aking bayan,
Na siya'ng tinubuan
Kung sa'n nagmula
Minamahal na angkan
Siya'y ipagpupugay.

Ang kapistahan,
Na ipinagdiriwang,
'Sang pag-alala,
Mayamang nakaraan
Hindi malilimutan.

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12/11/2024

Happy birthday to Aaron Gaffud, our Sports Editor!

On this day, we celebrate one of our most treasured members of TINTA. Your passion, creativity, and talent inspires us, but your resilience and authenticity is what truly makes you unforgettable. May the rest of the year be kind and full of success for you. We send our warmest birthday wishes and hope for lots of joy, love, and of course, cake!

Once again, happy birthday, Aaron, and enjoy your day! 🎉

“Live not one's life as though one had a thousand years, but live each day as the last." — Marcus Aurelius.

11/11/2024

𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐕 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝟏𝟐 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫

Saint Mary's Angels College of Valenzuela (SMACV) kickstarted the Grade 12 Marian Angels' college preparations on November 7 with a Career Fair and Orientation at the Maria Susana Gymnasium from 8 AM to 12 PM.

It aimed to help the Grade 12 Marian Angels find the right place for their collegiate ambitions, with many representatives from different universities, such as Mapúa University and De la Salle Araneta University, advocating for the courses that they offer.

Alongside Grade 12, Grade 11 Marian Angels also attended to gain insights on what they'll be expecting next school year.

The event was hosted by Arci Sta. Cruz and Joben Eugenio, with messages from Alia De Lemos, the Student Council President, Dr. Maricel Tope, the High School Coordinator, and Ms. Mary Ann Alon, the School Principal, who stated, "Let us work together to unlock your potential and shape your future."

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Written by Selfina Alfaro
📸 Sofia Escobar

10/11/2024

According to the Local Government Unit of Valenzuela City, in-person classes in all levels, both public and private, are suspended tomorrow, November 11 as a precaution for the effects of Typhoon Nika. Metro Manila is under Typhoon Signal No. 1.

Keep safe, Marian Angels!

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As of 5:00 PM today, Metro Manila, including Valenzuela City, is under Signal No. 1 due to Tropical Storm .

In accordance with the Automatic Class Suspension Ordinance of Valenzuela City (Ordinance No. 1175, S. 2024), IN-PERSON CLASSES at ALL LEVELS are SUSPENDED tomorrow, November 11, 2024.

However, online classes for the College level will proceed as scheduled.

08/11/2024

𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐕 𝐁𝐨𝐲𝐬’ 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐒𝐒

October 28 — The SMACV boys’ volleyball team faced a formidable challenge as they took on St. Paul Christian School (SPCS) in the VALPRISAA tournament held at the Mariana Susana Gymnasium. Despite the high hopes and strong support from the home crowd, SMACV fell 0-2 in matches marked by intense competition and valuable lessons.

The opening set saw SMACV struggling to find their footing against an aggressive SPCS side. With well-coordinated attacks and airtight defense SPCS took control early and won the set 25-11.

Determined to bounce back SMACV entered the second set with renewed focus. The team showed flashes of brilliance, notably through strong serving and improved defensive plays that kept the set competitive. However, SPCS maintained their composure and secured a 25-15 win to close out the match.

Although the result was not in SMACV’s favor, the boys’ team displayed moments of potential and gained crucial experienc. With hard work and continued growth, SMACV’s boys’ volleyball team is ready to refine their strategy and compete at a higher level.

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Written by Aaron Gaffud
📷 Sathel Ramirez, Sofia Escobar

08/11/2024

𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐕 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬’ 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐋𝐂𝐕

October 28 — The girls' volleyball team from Saint Mary's Angels College of Valenzuela (SMACV) demonstrated skill and resilience in their match against St. Louis College Valenzuela (SLCV) during the VALPRISAA tournament. Hosted at SMACV’s own gymnasium, the event showcased the home team’s determination and talent as they secured a thrilling 2-1 victory.

The match began with SMACV taking the court with confidence, dominating the first set with a decisive 25-10 score. Their strategic serves and powerful offensive plays left SLCV scrambling to respond, earning loud cheers from the supportive crowd. However, the second set presented to be an unexpected challenge with SLVC having made adjustments and fought back, managing to outplay SMACV and taking the set 25-18.

In the third set SMACV’s determination shone through. The team’s cohesive defense and timely spikes put them ahead but it was their unwavering focus that sealed the victory with a 25-19 win. The crowd erupted as SMACV’s players celebrated their hard-earned triumph, showcasing not only their athletic skill but also their mental strength and teamwork.

This win was a testament to SMACV’s preparation and resolve. With more matches ahead, the team looks poised to continue their journey with confidence and the experience gained from this closely contested victory.

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Written by Aaron Gaffud
📷 Sathel Ramirez, Sofia Escobar

08/11/2024

VALPRISAA Basketball Mens.
Semi Final Round.

4th Quarter

SMACV vs. SJAV

08/11/2024

On this day in 2013, Super Typhoon Yolanda devastated parts of the Philippines. It left thousands dead and ravaged areas in Visayas, particularly Tacloban City, Leyte.

07/11/2024

𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐀: 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘
By Sofia Escobar

Parada, Valenzuela—The crowd at WES arena was bustling with cheers as the Valenzuela Private Schools Athletic Association (VALPRISAA) kicked off its inaugural celebration for 2024 dedicated to the teams hailing from 30 different schools in Valenzuela from elementary to high school levels: hosted by Mr. John Mark B. Ignacio and Mrs. Jocell B. Rizabal.

Many moments transpired during the event including an entrance of the colors, interpretative dances from different schools, and the lighting of the torch, which were led by NCR representatives of different sports. A key moment was the hoisting of the VALPRISAA flag alongside the flags of the schools in attendance, with Ms. Sheila Dayrit, Valenzuela Association of Private Schools Administrators (VALAPSA) President and SMACV School Administrator, declaring that the VALPRISAA 2024 games are officially open.

Messages of warm welcomes and remarks were stated by many figures such as Dr. Enrico Demetillo, the VALAPSA Vice President, Dr. Salvador Gaban, Dr. Noel Bagano, and Hon. Weslie Gatchalian, the Valenzuela City Mayor.

The event was met with wide enthusiasm as they brought news about the commemoration, detailing resilience and excellence that was highlighted throughout the whole venue from the beginning until the end while serving as a way for all the athletes to demonstrate the passion they put into their sports. May the future titleholders and winners continue their glory!

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📷 Sathel Ramirez

07/11/2024