USTHS Students Bag Awards in the 4th National Student Leadership Assembly and Talent Fair

USTHS Students Bag Awards in the 4^th National Student Leadership Assembly and Talent Fair 

by Anthony Alexis Laigo

Selected students and teachers once again represented UST High School in the annual National Student Leadership Assembly and Talent Fair organized by the Association of Philippine Private School Administrators and Mentors (APPSAM) on July 21 to 23. For the fourth time since 2011, the assembly was held at Teachers’ Camp, Baguio City, with other delegates from schools throughout the state. 

            Lectures on leadership and various contests were the focus of the gathering. The three plenary sessions highlighted on the theme, “The Challenge of Filipino Youth Leadership: Learn, Serve, and Revitalize the Nation.” Meanwhile, the competitions showcased students’ talents both in the academic and performance categories. 

Chosen sophomores, juniors and seniors of USTHS dominated the scene after participating in their respective categories, landing on ranks and bagging awards. They all gave recognition not only to the school but also to the university.

             

On the first day of the assembly, the participating schools were presented and were enjoined in making their respective cheers. USTHS caught the attention of the audience by showcasing some of the university’s cheers. The different contests were also conducted on this day, and throughout the second day. The culmination of the event, and the presentation and awarding of winners were held on the third day, in which USTHS once again won the award for the biggest delegation, with 72 participants. 

            Aside from the fun-filled and engaging three-day assembly, students also interacted with other schools, gained new friends, and valued leadership, sportsmanship, and friendly competition. The gathering was altogether memorable for both the representatives and the teachers who joined and guided the students in Baguio—Ms. Leah Ann Sarmiento, Ms. Maria Zarah Vivas, Mrs. Charmei Cardinal, Mr. Ryan Lansangan, and Mr. Dominador Ulaye.

          

  In her message to all the delegates, APPSAM President Dr. Loureli Carreon Siy mentioned: “Your positive response to our invitation to join this assembly is a clear indicator of your desire to become responsible citizens and potential leaders in the community and the country.”

Following is the list of participants and winners:

·  Selected Students of St. Dominic and St. Dominica:        Sabayang Pagbigkas – Champion

·   Selected Grade 9 Students: Verse Choir – Champion

·   Pia Cañonero: Pagsulat ng Tula – Champion

·   Christine Joy Feliciano: Pagbigkas ng Tula – 1^st Runner-up

·  Anthony Alexis Laigo: General Information Quiz Bee – 1^st Runner-up

· Daryll Bien Concepcion: Mathematics Quiz Bee – 1^st Runner-up

·   Raina Galut: Declamation – 1^st Runner-up

·   Julienne Antonette David: Poetry Writing – 1^st runner-up

·  Selected 4^th Year and Grade 9 Students: Hip-Hop Dance – 2^nd Runner-up

·   Philip Jamilla: Extemporaneous Speaking – 2^nd Runner-up; Member – Best Debate Team

·   Noreena Kalaw: Interpretative Reading – 2^nd Runner –up

·   Alexandra Mora: Essay Writing – 2^nd Runner-up

·   USTHS Folk Dance Team – 3^rd Runner-up

·   Kinkalle Santos: Mr. APPSAM Personality – 3^rd Runner-up

[Best in Uniform, Best in Filipiniana]

·  Zennia Beatrice Francisco: Ms. APPSAM Personality – Top 10 Finalist

·   Kathleen Danielle Rebosa: Spelling Bee – Finalist

·   Tyrod Douglas Sabando: Science Quiz Bee – Top 6 Finalist

·   Jeremy Petilla: Essay Writing - Participant

·   Ivan Cenon Bernardo: Essay Writing – Participant

·   Karen Regina Calumpang: Poetry Writing – Participant

·   Dasha Day Hisoler: Poetry Writing - Participant

·   Clariza Cruz: Pagsulat ng Sanaysay – Participant

·   Athena Paloma Calimag: Pagsulat ng Sanaysay – Participant

·   Reycelle Garrido: Pagsulat ng Sanaysay – Participant

·  Fern Roshan Castro and John Marco Pronto: Vocal Duet – Participants

·   Sheena Abad: Vocal Solo – Participant

·  Lady Ciarah Magaoay: Madamdaming Pagbasa – Participant

·  Zola Gem Rodriguez: Poster Making – Participant

·  Roxanne Abestilla: Biglaang Talumpatian – Participant

·  Zia Chy: Documentation