By Lia Atienza and AJ Alarcon
On Monday, January 26, the Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS) kicked off “Gonzavaganza: Gonzaga Week 2026,” through the blessing of the Batan-on Exhibit and the offering of alternative classes by formators and experts to the student body.
By Maxine Agno, Alexia Bangayan, and Noriko Yamamoto
On January 16 and January 23, Grade 11 students from the Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS) went on outbound, strand-wide educational trips, visiting Mt. Banahaw, Philippine Navy bases in Cavite, Villa Socorro Farm and Vonwelt Nature Farm, and Camp Tecson.
By Reign Querido
SOUNDCHECK: The mic echoes a cadence of a multitude of stories. It stands in the middle of the stage, amplifying the voice of those who dare to perch before it. With every buzz, echo, and reverb the mic holds, it’s the voices of those with tempo that float amongst all — those who sing with glee, for Glee. It may seem like an ordinary club where high notes and harmonization are resonated. But beyond the tireless rehearsals and dry throats, what story is echoed by Glee?
By Reign Querido
NEW YEAR: Late replies of “Happy New Year!” and waking up to a different year on the clock, the spirit of the celebration remains. As the remnants of confetti lay on the floor, half eaten fruits left on the table, and resolutions listed around the desk, this year marks an end of an era and a spark to a new one. However, a household filled with round fruits and red outfits won’t be the same without the very traditions it encompasses. It all boils down to how we celebrate with it, no matter how old or new it might be.
By Gilli Aquino
[POWER IN LANGUAGE]: National book week has allowed us to step into a myriad of different worlds — however, one of the most valuable stories prove to be the ones from the authors who have continually dedicated their lives to the art of storytelling. As we reflect back on NBW, let their words echo back to us whenever we choose to pick up a pen and write.
By Kiera De Guzman
DREAMERS: In a strand often associated with practicality, books provide balance. They offer inspiration when numbers feel overwhelming and perspective when success feels rushed. For many ABM students, literature plays a quiet but powerful role in shaping not only how they think, but who they hope to become.
By Noriko Yamamoto
On Thursday, January 22, former congressman Mike Defensor, other former government officials, and members of civil society organizations filed President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. his second and third impeachment cases to the House of Representatives.
By Alexia Bangayan
Grade 11 students from the Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM) strand took part in the third session of the annual Career Exploration (CarEx) symposium at the Leong Hall on Wednesday, January 21.
By Soleina Vasquez
Embracing the role of giant-killers, Solinas clawed their way out of the upper bracket of the Loyola Gaming E-sportsfest 2026 Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Grade 12 division after an earlier loss to Bobola, before toppling the previously undefeated Anchieta in a gripping 3–2 grand finals thriller at the second-floor Formation and Learning Center (FLC) assembly space on Monday, January 19.
By Reign Querido
SUBJECT TEACHERS: Teachers are often seen as the reflection of what they teach. Math teachers like math jokes, English teachers read classics, or maybe History teachers read only strictly about the past. In between these pages, however, is the truth that books aren’t reserved for only a set of people, and their use isn’t to sort and divide them. Rather, it brings the knowledge of people together and breaks barriers of what is expected. As National Book Week ends, revisit old and new books and get a peek at what teachers would recommend outside their subjects.
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