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[𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃] May Iniwan Ako sa Silid na Hindi Ko Na Mababalikan

“May iniwan ako sa silid na hindi ko na mababalikan. Iniwan ko ang takot na naging tapang. Iniwan ko ang pagod na naging tagumpay. Iniwan ko ang sarili kong minsang natutong mangarap sa loob ng apat na sulok ng silid.”

Isang huling sulyap sa mga pahinang naging tahanan. Tunay na may mga bahagi ng ating sarili na mananatili sa mga silid-aralang minsang naging saksi sa ating paglago.



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[𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒] Happening now on March 26, graduates of St. Joseph College - Olongapo Inc., together with their parents, teachers, and faculty administrators, gather at the SMX Convention Center to celebrate the 9th Commencement Exercises, with the theme: “Filipino Graduates: Prepared to Lead with Competence and Character.”

The Shield | NEWS

[𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍] Students, teachers, and parents gather at St. Joseph Parish as the Baccalaureate mass for Grade 12 students commence this morning, March 25.

The mass, scheduled a day before the batch’s Senior High School graduation, is held annually as a thanksgiving to God’s blessings toward the graduates and their families.

📷 via Zulekha Mae Dalusong, Cali Delfin

Cali Delfin, The Shield | NEWS

[𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈] St. Ambrose the Great hailed as Festival Queen: Best in Costume

On March 17, 2026, the results for the winners of the Festival Queen competiton was annouced this evening at the SJC SHS Quadrangle before the school's main event, Josephian's Got Talent 2026.

Awarded by the school principal, Dr. Julius Cesar De Vera, each placer was granted a certificate of recognition and a cash prize for their efforts in showcasing their originality and creativity.

The winners for the category of Best in Costume were declared with St. Ambrose taking the position of champion for their own elegant yet vibrant rendition of the Manggahan Festival, each mango imagery predominant in their gown and headpiece. They were followed by St. Albert the Great as first runner-up with their stylish display of red and green hues in their costume, accented with gold to showcase their Sinulog origins. St. Gregory continued the theme with their incorporation of the religious depiction of St. Joseph and baby Jesus their costume, marking them as second runner-up. St. Augustine placed as third runner-up for their simple yet eye-catching design of sunflowers in their dress with matching backpiece. And finally, St. John of the Cross ranked fourth runner-up alongside their festival gown with spring-colored motifs and mosaic highlights.

This tournament of Festival Queens served as a reminder for the school's students of the rich and ever-growing culture of their country. Each display of imagination and love for their traditions will continue to thrive in their craftmanship and fashion, crown from crown and fabric to gown.

📷 via Jillian Guerrero

Sofia Lampazo, The Shield | NEWS

[𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈] Kadayawan Festival Conquers Street Dance Competition

March 17, Tuesday — Amidst the vibrant celebration of St. Joseph College Inc.’s 78th Founding Anniversary, Grade 11 students poured their artistry and hard-earned effort onto the canvas of SHS Quadrangle. The high-energy Street Dance competition served as the pinnacle of their dedication, featuring a perfect blend of skills, rhythm, and teamwork.

Following a three-round fierce battle of performance against 13 competing sections, St. Thomas Aquinas proved unstoppable, reigning supreme and clinching the championship title with their remarkable Kadayawan Festival performance.

St. Anthony of Padua captured the crowd's heart as their adviser, Mr. Jonald Estrella, joined them on the floor for an energetic Dinagyang Festival performance to secure 1st Runner-Up, followed by St. Ambrose the Great who earned 2nd Runner-Up with their Dinamulog Festival. St. John of the Cross took 3rd Runner-Up with their Pahiyas Festival, followed by St. Albert the Great as 4th Runner-Up with a high-spirited Ati-Atihan performance.

More than a contest, these dances were a heartbeat of Josephian excellence and community spirit. The dancers proved that their choreography was more than just a contest—it was a powerful homage to the legacy and enduring excellence of the Josephian community.

📷 via Jillian Guerrero

Jhasmine Carabeo, The Shield | NEWS