The Shade

The SHADE (The Official Student Publication of Mandong Integrated School) proudly congratulates our talented student-journalists for their commendable performance at the 2026 Batan Schools Press Conference, held at Batan Elementary School, Ambolong, Batan, Aklan on January 6, 2026, with the theme:
“Empowering Young Journalists: Innovating Storytelling and Creativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.”

ELEMENTARY LEVEL:
Top 4 Performing School

Radio Broadcasting English
🥇1st Place
1. Riyuki Viel L. Evora
2. Whil Simon Emmanuel D. Delfin
3. Mia Kryzel H. Dalida
4. Arnie Lyn Z. Cortes
5. Theo Lychee Hilario
6. Meyciel D. Maniago
7. Aljon Aj S. Villanueva
Division Qualifers ✍️
Coach: Lucky L. Dalida

Radio Broadcasting Filipino
🥇 1st Place
1. Ellenor A. Macahilig
2. Jireh Brielle P. Dela Cruz
3. Jannah I. Zarita
4. Kym Psyzhy P. Morias
5. Psyche B. Arcallo
6. Khy Xyryll A. Calamba
7. Ellyza Mae A. Rovero
Division Qualifiers ✍️
Coach: Lucky L. Dalida

Mc Macaireh L. Yabut
🥇 1st Place
Kartung Pang Editoryal
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Jhanella Eunice D. Cual
🥇 1st Place
Editorial Cartooning
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Mary Kaye H. Dalida
🥈 2nd Place
Editorial Cartooning
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Xian Dandoy
📌 5th Place
Pagsulat ng Balitang Pampalakasan
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Rizzi B. Dongon

Sofia Trazona
📌 6th Place
Editorial Cartooning
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Nica O. Ocera
📌 7th Place
Pagsulat ng Pangulong Tudling
Coach: Deodenen L. Dandoy

Matthew Luis B. Remetio
📌 7th Place
Editorial Writing
Coach: Deodenen L. Dandoy

Participants:
Elaiza Mae Arboleda
Allysa Joy Arboleda

SECONDARY LEVEL:

Jewel L. Evangelio
🥉3rd Place
News Writing
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Matthew William L. Yabut
📌 4th Place
Kartung Pang-editoryal
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Ruth R. Del Rosario

Crisna Jane P. Nacor
📌 4th Place
Photo-journalism
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Chona A. Rovero

Raiza F. Gabales
📌 4th Place
News Writing
Division Qualifier ✍️
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Crishiel G. Sison
📌 9th place
Pagsulat ng Balita
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Elliah Mae A. Rovero
📌 9th place
Photo-journalism
Coach: Chona A. Rovero

Julleen O. Zarita
📌 10th Place
Pagsulat ng Balita
Coach: Leonilyn G. Dalida

Mark Jello O. Plazuela
📌 10th Place
Pagsulat ng Balitang Pampalakasan
Coach: Jeric Elisan

Participants:
Josephine V. Graciano
Divine V. Graciano
Avril R. Cristobal
Reniel P. Nacor
Monique Angela V. Ponce

Coaches:
1. Maricel H. Dalida

This meaningful achievement was made possible through the visionary leadership and unwavering support of our ESHT-III, Mr. Elmer N. Dalida, together with the dedication of our School Paper Advisers— Mrs. Deodenen L. Dandoy (Elementary-English), Ms. Ruth R. Del Rosario (Elementary-Filipino), Mr. Lucky L. Dalida (Secondary-English) Mr. Jhon Rey P. Nacor (Secondary-Filipino). Special thanks to all our parents, coaches, and stakeholders! ❤️❣️

This event wouldn't be possible without the strong leadership of Dr. Louie B. Zorolla, Public Schools District Supervisor, alongside with the effort of Mr. Joecyl Philip V. Lauron, MT-I / TIC of NRDES and District Journalism Focal Person (Secondary), and Mrs. Noime V. Penalba, T-III of MIS, District Journalism Focal Person (Elementary). 👍

TO GOD BE THE HIGHEST GLORY! 🙏

Congratulations!

EMBRACE THE CHANCE TO TOUCH THE LIVES ❤️

Today, we come together to celebrate DESPEDIDA PARTY AND WELCOME PARTY for the 3 extra-ordinary teachers! 👏

In this day of celebration, we are glad to greet our teachers a happy retirement MR. CHITO M. GOMEZ and WELCOME to Mandong Integrated School:
DR. DARLENE N. URETA and MRS. DEODENEN L. DANDOY. 🫶

"Teachers have 3 loves: love of learning, love of learners, and the love of bringing the 1st two loves together." - Scott Hayden