DepEd Tayo Macabling ES - Santa Rosa City

A TRIUMPH OF EXCELLENCE FOR CALABARZON! ✨🏆

A heartfelt and powerful congratulations to NATHAN MANUEL N. VILLEGAS for an extraordinary achievement that brings immense pride and honor to Region IV-A CALABARZON after winning 1st Place in Copyediting and Headline Writing in the National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) held in Ormoc City!

Your success is not just a victory—it is a shining proof of your passion, discipline, courage, and strong commitment to excellence in campus journalism. Through your talent and dedication, you have inspired many and shown that greatness is achieved through hard work and perseverance.

You have truly shown the heart of a young journalist—brave, observant, responsible, and deeply committed to truth and excellence. This achievement will always stand as a symbol of dedication, humility, and purpose-driven success.

This remarkable victory is also a great pride of Macabling Elementary School, a clear reflection of its strong commitment to nurturing talented, confident, and values-driven young journalists.

This success would not have been possible without the guidance, support, and dedication of the people behind this journey:

Mrs. Zairren F. Andes – dedicated coach, mentor, and guiding light who trained and supported the team with patience and wisdom

Mr. Carlo Molina – for the valuable training and support that helped shape the skills and confidence of the team

Mrs. Mercedita C. Laserna – School Head, for your strong leadership and continuous support in developing excellence among learners

Mr. Hereberto Jose D. Miranda – Schools Division Superintendent, for your leadership in strengthening quality journalism and empowering young achievers

Dr. Elvira Catangay – Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, for your strong support and dedication to educational excellence

Mayor Arlene B. Arcillas – for your support and commitment to education and youth excellence

Vice Mayor Arnold B. Arcillas – for your encouragement and support to the youth and education sector

Mr. Sammy Empleo – PSDS, for your guidance, encouragement, and support to the team

Ms. Robina Delos Reyes and Ms. Cherrilyn T. Nabor – Journalism EPS, for your guidance, expertise, and commitment to excellence

Santa Rosa Journalism Team and Regional IV-A CALABARZON delegation – your teamwork, unity, and perseverance made this victory possible

And to all parents, teachers, mentors, friends, and supporters who believed, guided, and stood by the team throughout this journey—this win is also yours

This is more than a victory. It is a celebration of dreams achieved, hard work rewarded, and a community united by excellence and passion.

CALABARZON stands proud. Macabling Elementary School celebrates with joy. The nation applauds. And a young journalist shines with honor and pride.

Congratulations once again, Nathan Manuel N. Villegas—your success is truly well deserved! 🏆👏

We joyfully share that Macabling Elementary School has once again earned 2nd Place in the 2026 Search for Best School TALL-DAP Implementers.

This success is a shared victory made possible by the unwavering support of our community for Project KIA.

We extend our deepest gratitude to:
• Our dedicated volunteer parents
• The Sangguniang Barangay of Macabling headed by Brgy. Chairman Adoracion Ong-Iko
• SK Chairman Patrick Ivhan De Guzman
• Jonathan Requina (Kuya Nath)
• Ms. Carla Atienza
• Chef Reginald Apolinario (Chef Reggie)

Your generosity and commitment have been vital in the success of Project KIA, making this recognition truly a community achievement.

Special thanks also to Master Teacher Joy R. Cariaga, whose leadership and initiative were instrumental in the development and implementation of Project KIA activities, ensuring that every program was meaningful, values-driven, and aligned with the vision of our school.

We likewise honor our beloved Principal Mercedita C. Laserna for her steadfast leadership and support.

We give special recognition to our Kinder Teachers:
• Salve G. Macaranas
• Sheilla H. Magpantay
• Irish P. Dela Cruz
• Michelle S. Nabio
• Cindy B. Zamora

Your patience, creativity, and nurturing care lay the foundation for our learners’ bright future.

And to our hardworking teaching and non-teaching staff, thank you for your tireless efforts, teamwork, and devotion that keep our school moving forward every day. 💙💛

This recognition proves that when a school and its community work hand in hand, great things happen.

Congratulations to everyone—Macabling Elementary School shines because of YOU!

Isang matagumpay na 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 (𝐒𝐎𝐒𝐀) ang naidaos ngayong araw, ika-30 ng Marso 2026 sa Macabling Elementary School!

Taos-puso kaming nagpapasalamat sa lahat ng nakiisa at dumalo sa mahalagang okasyong ito na naging daan upang maibahagi ang mga tagumpay, hamon, at mga susunod na hakbang ng ating paaralan para sa patuloy na pag-unlad ng ating mga mag-aaral.

Lubos naming kinikilala ang ating butihing School Head, Gng. Mercedita C. Laserna, sa kanyang malinaw at makabuluhang paglalahad ng kalagayan ng paaralan. Maraming salamat din kay Hon. Jonjie M. Dedicatoria ng Komite ng Edukasyon sa kanyang patuloy na suporta at inspiradong mensahe.

Nagpapasalamat din kami kay Gng. Daisy Ruth D. Luis, Master Teacher II, sa kanyang mensaheng nagbigay inspirasyon sa lahat. Gayundin, sa Pamunuan ng mga Magulang sa pangunguna ni Pres. Jamille Bederico kasama ang kanilang Treasurer, para sa kanilang ulat at patuloy na pakikiisa sa mga programa ng paaralan.

Isang espesyal na pasasalamat kay Gng. Lovelyn M. Dela Roca, Master Teacher II, para sa kanyang makabuluhang Closing Remarks, at sa ating mahusay na tagapagdaloy ng programa, Gng. Catherine O. Hedreyda-De la Cruz, sa kanyang husay at dedikasyon sa pagdaloy ng programa.

Higit sa lahat, maraming salamat sa ating mga masisipag na g**o na naglaan ng oras, pagod, at dedikasyon upang maging matagumpay ang programang ito. 💙

Ang tagumpay ng SOSA ay patunay na sa pagkakaisa at pagtutulungan, mas lalo pa nating mapapalakas ang edukasyon para sa bawat batang Macabling.

Congratulations, Zia Nicole B. Devilleres, for being elected as a Division Federated YES-O Board Member! 🎉 This achievement is a testament to your hard work and commitment to making a difference.

Kudos as well to your adviser, Ma’am JoAnn S. Patria, for your unwavering guidance and support.

May you continue to lead with purpose and excellence. We are proud of you! 💚🌱