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11/05/2023

Mina National High School : Campus Wonderland

"Everyone should have an opportunity to Iearn in a positive environment, to enjoy the learning process, and feel comfortable and content within it."

Built atop of a windy hill located at Bangac-Talibong Grande, Mina, Iloilo, Mina National High School (MNHS)'s landscape reveals fresh air, green trees, structures full of academic knowledge, and a yellow green-colored Administration Building with orange streaks awaiting once you enter the campus. Entering the hallways and passing through bulletin boards would make the visit full of curiosity and knowledge. Aside the Admin in the campus sits the MNHS Gymnasium with white and blue streaks where programs are held.

The evergreen and strong trees gives off nice windy fresh air to the campus. The soothing environment gives relaxing and calm thoughts even amidst of a cruel summer. The Senior High Buildings gives off the yellow energy with a hint of knowledge. The seats and tables below r
the shade made by the school is perfect for anyone to sit. Memories can be made and so does new knowledge.

The ILeassTambayan infront of the Grade 12-Building is a mini-forest full of greenery and freshness. It has orange benches painted during the VAW-Campaign suitable for group studies. Near the Tambayan is the Mina Hillside Haven Center and School Clinic administrated by Mrs. Mary Renlei A. Blas. And the Guidance Office with its guidance counselor Mrs. Luna Davis.

The Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) Building which holds over 140 STE learners is a building of knowledge and research with students wearing light blue-colored uniforms with green striped fabrics. The Learning Resource Center (LRC) promotes research and is filled with research hardbounds of previous learners of the campus.

Every vacant time, my classmates and I have some time for each other. The shade below the trees gives us the time for us to talk about life. I am thankful for having Mina National High School as my first campus in highschool. As a freshman, I want to experience more in this campus.

Indeed, Mina National High School has the best qualities of a great school. The hill's wind will always reveal the treasures hidden. Smart and lifelong learners had been developed throughout decades in this institution. Here in Mina National High School, when you depart, you'll always have the urge to come back.

11/05/2023

La Salle Lady Spikers outplay NU Lady Bulldogs in a thrilling five-set match, Game 1.

De La Salle Lady Spikers ripped off the National University (NU) Lady Bulldogs, winning the first match, best-of-three games, and eking out an 18-25, 25-22, 22-25, 25-21, 15-13 win in University Athletics Association of the Philippines( UAAP) women's volleyball Season 85 at Araneta Coliseum, May 7.

The nerve breaking deciding game left 10,995 fans aghast after Sheena Toring of the NU Lady Bulldogs landed awkwardly at Lady Spiker's Thea Gagate's foot, taking away the chance for NU to win with a score of 15-13 in favor of Lady Spikers.

Super rookie Angel Canino exhibited splendid skills, helping the La Salle Lady Spikers gain victory by finishing with 21 points built on 19 attacks, two aces, and 14 excellent receptions.

As the team played back-and-forth sets with a 2-2 deadlock (12-13 in La Salle's favor) and one of the ace players of NU was injured, Canino of the Lady Spikers took the chance and exhibited impeccable skill in the game, winning game 1.

NU Lady Bulldogs tried to match the exceptional skil
ls and tactics of Lady Spikers, yet unfortunately struggled to score with a series of failed attacks.

The reigning Most Valuable Player, Bella Belen, and Allyssa Solomon's combined effort of 50 points was insufficient to win their team in game 1.

" This is just Game 1; this is not over, so we're just going to keep at it in training."
Canino stated.

This will serve as motivation for Lady Spikers to win the next game and regain the title of UAAP women's volleyball champion.

11/05/2023

MNHS Kicks Off 3rd Grand Alumni homecoming

Excitement and enjoyment was seen on the faces of the Alumni as they celebrated the opening program of the 3rd Grand Alumni Homecoming of Mina National High School(MNHS) held at MNHS gym, May 6.

Fifty-two batches from year 1969 to 2022 attended the said event where Engr. Patingo challenge everyone to renew committal support to their Alma mater.

According to Engr. Licerio Patingo, alumni president the celebration highlights the memories at MNHS and enhance their solidarity as alumni.

"We have every reason to celebrate because amidst the sacrifices, we triumphantly surpass the test of time" Engr. Patingo Highlighted.

" Its time to reflect to the past, MNHS molded our future, making us who we are now " Engr. Patingo added.

The program was officially declared by Dr. Luda G. Ahumada as preparation for Grand Alumni Homecoming on July 16.

11/05/2023

Alumni Prexy: We triumphantly surpass the test of time

"We have every reason to celebrate because, amidst the sacrifices, we triumphantly surpass the test of time".

This was highlighted by Engr. Licerio Patingo, president of Mina National High School( MNHS) alumni, during the 3rd Grand Alumni Homecoming opening program at MNHS gym, May 6.

According to Engr. Patingo, the celebration highlights the memories at MNHS and enhances their solidarity as alumni.

"Our number this morning is a manifestation that we are still united for the welfare of our Alma Mater", said Engr. Patingo.

Engr. Patingo stressed that this is preparation for their upcoming grand alumni homecoming with the theme "Mina National High School Kahapon Tulad kag sa Bag-o nga Panahon" on July 16.

Speaking before 52 batches from 1969 to 2022, Engr. Patingo challenged everyone to renew their commital support to their Alma Mater.

"It is time to reflect on the past; MNHS molded our future, making us who we are now " Patingo ended.

11/05/2023

Treasured adventure in Cabatuan

Cabatuan is widely known as a cultural and religious town in the heart of Panay Island. Both the local and foreign tourists admired the wonderment of its well-preserved colonial architecture, the parochial church the San Nicolas de Tolentino Church. This parochial church was finished in 1732, the same year when it became an independent parish. Known to be one of the most beautiful churches in Iloilo during its time, it was described as the “Model of Temples” by El Eco de Panay and the Largest Brick structure in Western Visayas.

From its pristine waterfalls and rivers and enchanting natural wonders transition to historical sites can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Cabatuan offers a pack of many exciting things to see and do. One’s trip to Cabatuan cannot be complete without visiting the famous Banana Leaf Arch known as “Paklang” It is connected to their famous delicacy in town the Tinoum means “wrapped” or “balot”, a savory soup delicacy made of native chicken souped with their signature spices, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed.

The origin of earliest festivals also known as fiestas are rooted in
Christianity dating back to Spanish colonial regime. Cabatuanons celebrate their fiesta called Tinoum Festival. To celebrate the town’s history, in honor to savor the delights offered by their ancestor
Cabatuanon the Tinu-om a local soup. The festival depicts the development of the chickens through moving steps or dance steps. It is celebrated every month in September along with their town fiesta that culminates and strictly observed Lenten procession during the holy week.

Experience the relished flavor of Tinoum, Cabatuan’s local soup as we visit the municipality, we may forget those worries because a hidden treasure for adventure encourages us to go beyond our limits and try new things.

11/05/2023

Take only pictures, leave only footprints

Everyone may anticipate taking in the 3rd District's breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and historical significance when the sun's glint of light catches the wind. Here, everyone may construct their own tales of amazing encounters.

The third congressional district is among the most rewarding travel destinations in the province of Iloilo. The area is popularly known as the Eco- Agri Destination because it is the second largest district in terms of land area and the most populated in the province. The third district consists of municipalities like Cabatuan, Mina, Pototan, Maasin, Janiuay, Badiangan, Lambunao, Calinog, and Bingawan.

With its well-preserved colonial architecture that serves as a landmark in every town of the 3rd district, moreover the dramatic natural landscapes, vibrant indigenous communities, and the extraordinary land area where endangered fauna and flora reign supreme, the area packs its perimeter with more points of interest rather than its neighboring districts.

With this Sultry-season for the month of March to May, the different town of the 3rd districts serving us azure waters of the different resorts like Villa Luz in Barangay Parcon Ward, Penaflorida Street, Pototan, Melrose in Brgy. Purog, Pototan, Tan Casa Javellana, Delgado Street Calinog, Ephrathah Farms Corporation in Brgy. Sariri, Badiangan, and don’t forget the Damires Hills Terra Verde in Janiuay where most of our first times began there. All of the expenses are well paid off by making bubbles and warm memories with family and friends.

Along the mountains of Agcalaga, Calinog lies the enchanting Jalaur river. While in the West Visayas State University – College of Agricultural and Forestry, Lambunao campus in Brgy. Jayobo on their 2.5-hectare agri - eco-park and rescue located the captive breeding of prominent pristine waterfalls amidst the majestic trees and flora where endemic to the area. Further-top of the mountains of the municipality is occupied by the indigenous people called The Bukidnon, they are famously known for the variety and richness of traditional Binaog dance enhanced by its colorful costumes and complex bamboo gong as their musical equipment.

One of the key features of the Municipality of Badiangan is its weaving industry. It becomes a popular income for the residents also the creation of interwoven strips using different smaller varieties of bamboo is the source of livelihood in the Municipality of Maasin. Pototan gained its title by being known as the Rice Granary of Panay with its 6,414 hectares of land area devoted to planting rice with its best varieties. Let’s not forget the IWAG festival, the event that we have all been waiting for because of the colorful and well-organized sparkle of lights, perfect for family and friends to enjoy night walks while sightseeing the glimmering and shimmering lights on the cold December nights.

So as the Municipality of Mina, during the chilly month of December Minanhons celebrates their own culture known as Paskwa Halad sa Banwa. They celebrate it in honor of their Patron Saint Nuestra Senora Del Pilar for giving gratitude in the blessing of a beautiful harvest of rice and sugar cane. Meanwhile, the Janiuay is blessed with its historical value and hidden treasures. Talks about the historical prestigious the Cabatuan offers the tourist their historical church that is made with strong bricks from way back in the past that even an earthquake could never destroy the formation. Climbing to the top of Bingawan, one affords a breathtaking view and mesmerizes our god’s creation, nature.

With stuff all packed, it is time to beat the warm breeze and summer heat. Let us make our trails and build some memories worth reminiscing in the unwavering paradise of the 3rd District.

06/05/2023

Beauty Queen Journalist

Being a student beauty queen requires a lot of challenges and hardships ascending in life. Facing trials and being exposed to work under pressure serve as a motivation to Minanhon campus journalist and also a beauty queen title-holder Angel Ann Teruel, a grade 11 student of Mina National Highschool. According to her winning is a source of pride, modesty, influence and obligation to carry and to set a role model but winning is second to the friends I learned, people who cheer and love me. and most of all the empowerment that I send.

And this upcoming PRESSCON she joined as a proud Minanhon student journalist. She never neglects her role of being an aspiring Minanhon writer, by active participation in journalism. She becomes a role model to the younger generation of journalists, inspiring them to never settle for less and to hone their own talents and skills.

To carry out her duties as Miss Teen Pacific Philippines, she uses her title to voice out her advocacy for giving awareness to young learners on how important our mental health is, by the use of knowledge and skills that she acquires of being a journalist she delivers explicitly her advocacy. As she faces the difficulty of multitasking her duties of being an academic achiever, a beauty pageant, and also a journalist she encounters it by learning time management and diverts her obstacles as an inspiration to herself.

Despite her own shortcomings in the field of both beauty pageants and journalism, nothing can stop her from doing what she loves. Her journalistic skills became her formidable weapon in conquering many pageantries. Being a, TV broadcaster she uses it as an advantage for people to get influenced by the content she delivers. It is a very approachable and effective form of communication that brings up creative thoughts from younger generations to give out informative and inspirational messages to her audience. Because of her experience, she attains the title of Miss Teen Pacific Philippines, where she will travel to Thailand to represent our country and also the municipality of Mina. She won’t only be proud to represent our country but she is also proud to represent herself as a campus journalist of Mina National Highschool. Being a beauty queen can be a privilege but being a journalist can be powerful and you can have the opportunity to change how the world perceives things.

05/05/2023

BKD launches Project R.E.A.D.Y at MNHS

To help prevent the engagement of youth in illegal drugs, Barkada Kontra Droga (BKD) initiates the READY( Resistance Education Against Drugs for the Youth) program for Mina National High School (MNHS) learners held at MNHS gym on April 13.

With the support of the school and Mina PNP, spearheaded by Mr. Gilrie Laraya, BKD adviser, the learners attended the symposium in the fight against illegal drugs.

Considered an advocacy activity of the BKD organization of MNHS, this activity aims to fill the gaps in the knowledge of learners about the effects of illegal drugs and to create youth advocates.

Together with the program speaker, PSSG. Rowel A. Bartolome, Mina PNP to talk about the R.E.A.D.Y. program for learners.

" The BKD READY program is one way to help our youths be aware of happenings in our community, especially about illegal drugs," said by PSSG. Bartolome

Moreover, approximately 300 learners from junior and senior high schools of MNHS attended the said symposium, at which Pssg. Bartolome urged them to be leaders with their peers in spreading awareness about illegal drugs.

"If you lay hold of drugs, you ruin your future," PSSG. Bartolome emphasized.

PSSG. Bartolome also stressed that youths are more curious about drugs and therefore should have enough knowledge about them.

"Always keep this in mind; do not let yourself be inclined to drugs," Bartolome ended.

05/05/2023

MNHS gymnasts prevail in the WVRAA.

Mina Nantional High School ( MNHS) gymnasts triumphed in the Western Visayas Regional Athletics Association (WVRAA) meet 2023, acquiring four golds, three silvers, and three bronzes at men's artistic gymnastics, qualifying two bona fide MNHS for palarong pambansa 2023, April 25–May 1.

The cruel summer heat, reaching 48 degrees Celsius, instead boosted the gymnasts' fighting spirit rather than letting them down. Over 500 spectators watched as the athletes displayed their skills, and competed against two other provinces, namely Aklan and Negros Occidental.

Rich Mark Consumo, along with, Alexander Moronio,and Al Jun Arguelles, well represented Iloilo, winning as team champions.

The three young athletes would pave their way for the Palarong Pambansa that will be held this July in Marikina, Philippines. With their coach, Mr. Dominic Pradas, Men's Artistic Gymnastics claimed many awards and won as the winning coach.

Minanhons athletes attained medals in individual events securing their place in Palaro. Consumo won gold in floor exercise and bronze on vault and horizontal bar; Moronio bagged gold in mushroom and silver in vault; and Arguelles won silver in floor exercise and mushroom.

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