11/11/2023
ADZU: A hub of young writers
The Quill Publications snatched 10 awards at the 14th National Media Conference and 1st International Media Research Conference held from November 8 to 10, 2023 at Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City. This was organized by the School Press Advisers Movement, Inc. (SPAM, Inc.).
Three young writers, Aneeqa Sabryn Bakun, Mary Isabelle Tan and Queenie Morheen Alawaddin demonstrated their knack in writing, claiming the top spots in News Story and Opinion Writing. The Online Newspaper entry of the team secured first place in five categories – Opinion/Column Articles, Sports Action Photos, News Stories, Feature Stories and Feature Photos. The team’s performance across categories positioned the team as the Top Performing School in the Elementary Division.
The publication moderators said that they “did their best” which led them to earn the awards.
Ms. Salvador, a Top 3 winner in the Filipino News Writing category shared. "We really encouraged the kids to do their best—reminding them always that whatever happens, as long as we did our best, we are already winners.”
The team expressed their thanks to the school for allowing them to experience the competition.
“We really thank the school, especially the administrators headed by Ms. Segurigan for sustaining us during the entire duration of the competition. The support of the school really helped the team bag all the awards.” Ms. Congreso added.