SILAW PINANGASIWAAN ANG PAGDIRIWANG NG BUWAN NG WIKA

nina Catherine V. Adaniel, Lorgen N. Oseta, at Rhealyn G. Cala

Mga mag-aaral mula sa iba’t ibang departamento nagtagisan ng talino sa asignaturang Filipino.

Upang maipakita ang kahalagahan ng wikang Filipino at iba pang diyalekto sa Pilipinas sa kapayapaan, seguridad, at katarungang panlipunan, pinangasiwaan ng Sinag ng Lahi at Wika (SILAW), isang organisasyon mula sa Kolehiyo ng Edukasyon, ang Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa 2023 noong Agosto 30 sa pamamagitan ng sari-saring patimpalak na naglalayong maisulong at mapagyabong ang wikang Filipino at mga katutubong diyalekto.

Nagsimula ang programa sa mga mensaheng hatid nina Dr. Rodyard B. Madiclum, Tagapangasiwa ng Kampus; Dr. Archile C. Abogadie, Tagapangulo ng SAS; at Dr. Rogelio C. Flores Jr., Tagapayo ng SILAW, na naitalagang ipakilala ang panauhing pandangal na si Bb. Catherine L. Candido na nagmula pa sa Ivisan National High School, Ivisan, Capiz.

Sa kanyang talumpati, binigyang-diin ni Bb. Candido na, "Ito ang panahon para sa atin na magbukas ng ating pag-unawa sa iba't ibang wika, at kasabay nito ang hamon na magtulungan upang mapalaganap ang paggamit at pagpapahalaga sa ating pambansang wika at mga katutubong wika."

Isinabuhay ng SILAW ang tema na "Filipino at mga Katutubong Wika: Wika ng Kapayapaan, Seguridad at Inklusibong Pagpapatupad ng Katarungang Panlipunan" sa pamamagitan ng mga aktibidad, tulad ng Tagisan ng Talino, Spoken Word Poetry, Pag-awit ng Kundiman, Dula-Dulaan, Tawag ng Tulaan, Sagot Mo, Pilahan Mo, at Poster Making Contest na nilahukan ng mga mag-aaral mula sa limang departamento ng Kampus.

Bilang paalala, nag-iwan ng mahalagang mensahe si Bb. Candido na nagsasaad na: “Maihahalintulad ko sa isang punong-kahoy ang ating wika. Kung ang wikang Filipino ay ang puno, ang wikang mga katutubo naman ang nagsisilbing mga sanga, at tayo ang mga dahon na nagpapayabong nito. Dahilan upang ito’y mamunga ng sagana – sagana sa kultura at hitik sa sining.”

 RECONNECTING, LEARNING,
AND THRIVING

by Dessa Angel D. Laz

Students participate in the first-ever flag ceremony, marking the commencement of AY 2023-2024.

         As the sun rose on a crisp day, a promising morning ensued. The Campus was buzzing with excitement, anticipation, and a touch of nervousness. The grand opening of classes marked the beginning of a new academic year, a time when students, teachers, and parents unite in the pursuit of knowledge and growth.

Prior to this fresh start, the school gate, which had stood as a silent sentinel during the long summer break, opened wide, school's walls and corridors came alive with the chatter of old friends reuniting and new friendships forming, and with high school and college students taking further steps into a world of possibility to fulfill their dreams.

Capiz State University Burias Campus opened its door again, welcoming the old and new students, faculty, staff, and the hope for a brighter and more exciting educational voyage this year. The previous year posed unprecedented challenges to the education system. The pandemic forced schools to adapt to remote learning, creating a new normal for students, teachers, and parents. As classes resume, the resilience of the education community is evident.

           And on August 15, the first flag ceremony for the academic year 2023–2024 happened. This reflected joy as everyone embarked to a new adventure and eagerness to take on the opportunity to be better. After the flag-raising ceremony, students, faculty, and staff joined the community parade in support of the Barangay Burias Fiesta 2023. Glee and vibrance returned as the barangay road was adorned with colorful decorations. The atmosphere was enlivened by the laughter and chatter of everyone who had attended the parade. Following the thrilling parade, the new students and transferees had to reconnect with the school community by exploring various scenes on the Campus through a Campus Tour with the help and guidance of the Supreme Student Council officers.

From the very first day, it was evident how supportive, kind, and encouraging the learning environment was for every student. After the prolonged threat of COVID-19 on us, the realm of lifelong adventure in learning, growth, and the pursuit of knowledge was crystal clear.

       Ultimately, it is absolutely amazing and touching how everyone welcomed the first day of classes as everyone promised to grow, learn, and transform, building a community that believes in the power of education as a key to creating a brighter tomorrow. Once again, the school stakeholders marked a significant step towards reconnection, new beginnings, and a successful quest for excellence.