D' POST

'𝓜𝓪𝓹𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓭 𝓽𝓪𝔂𝓸 𝓼𝓪 𝓴𝓪𝓼𝓪𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓵𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓪𝓽𝓪𝓶𝓪𝓼𝓪 𝓷𝓰𝓪𝔂𝓸𝓷'

Ngayong ika-12 ng Hunyo, ating ginugunita ang makasaysayang deklarasyon ng ating kalayaan mula sa pananakop ng Espanya noong 1898.

Nawa’y hindi ito malimot ng bawat isa sa atin — maging ng bagong usbong na henerasyon. Huwag nating kaliligtaan ang kabayanihan at sakripisyo ng ating mga ninunong nagbuwis ng buhay para mag-udyok ng kapayapaan at kalayaan.

Hindi ito simpleng selebrasyon lamang — ito ay pagtanaw ng malalim na pasasalamat at paghanga sa kanilang legasiyá; ito ay pagkakataon upang sariwain ang ating kasaysayan; ito ay nagsisilbing isang makabuluhang paraan upang buhayin ang sigla at pagmamahal para sa ating bayan.

Gamit ang ating nagkakaisang tinig, patuloy nating itaguyod, palaguin, at pangalagaan ang ating kalayaan.

Isang mapagpalayang araw, Pilipinas! 🇵🇭

Via Bernadeth Sambajon, Feature Editor, Kianno Briones, Lay out Artist

Today we celebrate our Feature Editor's birthday🥳

Bernadeth, behind every compelling story in our Features section is your keen editorial judgment, your tireless attention to detail, and your belief in the power of good writing. You challenge us to dig deeper, write clearer, and approach each subject with both rigor and empathy.

Wishing you a birthday filled with the same thoughtfulness and excellence you bring to our publication. We are grateful for all you do.

Happy birthday from the entire D'Post team.

To our D’POST adviser, Dr. Froilyn A. Ancajas, our loudest critic and silent cheerleader — happy birthday!

It is and will always be an honor to work under your guidance. Beyond news articles and editorials, you taught us discipline, hard work, and what it really means to earn greatness.

You made us believe in our own capabilities and gave us lessons that went far beyond journalism — lessons in character, in courage, and in commitment. This isn’t just service. It’s passion. It’s leadership. It’s empowerment. Thank you for shaping us, Ma'am Froi. We are proud to be your D’POST team.

𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 | 𝗦𝗶𝘅 𝗕𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺, 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻𝘀

As another academic year draws to a close, the pages of D’Post turn gently toward a new chapter — one marked by gratitude, memories, and six remarkable bylines that have become part of the publication’s story.

Within the pages of D’Post, the official campus publication of Dr. Emilio B. Espinosa Sr. Memorial State College of Agriculture and Technology (DEBESMSCAT), countless stories have been told, memories preserved, and student voices amplified. Behind those pages are individuals who dedicated their time, talent, and passion to campus journalism. As another chapter comes to a close, D’Post proudly honors six graduating staff members whose contributions helped shape the publication and leave a lasting mark on its story.

Leading the publication is Editor-in-Chief Ms. Zairel S. Medina, whose leadership was defined not only by her dedication to journalistic excellence but also by her care for the people behind every issue. She consistently motivated her fellow staff members to become better journalists and more responsible individuals, gently reminding them of deadlines, assignments, and commitments. Through her guidance, patience, and encouragement, she cultivated a newsroom culture rooted in accountability, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Alongside her is Writer Mr. Rosebeth D. Percol, whose words transformed campus events and experiences into meaningful narratives. Beyond uncovering facts and telling stories, his journey in journalism became a journey of self-discovery. Through writing, he not only sought the truth in the stories he covered but also found the courage to discover who he truly is and share that truth with the world. His articles reflected both insight and authenticity, making his voice a memorable part of D’Post’s pages.

Preserving stories through photography are Photojournalist Mr. Reynaldo M. Asugao Jr., whose quiet presence often spoke louder through his work than through words. While he preferred to stay behind the camera, his photographs consistently captured emotions, details, and moments that mattered most. With patience and a keen eye for storytelling, he documented campus life in a way that allowed memories to endure long after the moment had passed. Alongside his work in campus journalism, he remained committed to his studies, skillfully balancing academic responsibilities with publication duties. Through consistency, hard work, and quiet determination, he earned the distinction of Cum Laude—an achievement that reflects the same dedication he brought to every photograph and story he helped preserve.

Joining him behind the lens is Photojournalist Mr. Alcher B. Manlapaz, whose confidence and passion were evident in every assignment he undertook. Whether covering major events or capturing candid moments, he approached each story with assurance and creativity. Through his lens, stories gained energy, perspective, and life, reflecting his confidence not only as a photographer but also as a storyteller.

Giving every issue its visual identity is Layout Artist Mr. Jonier G. Nierva. Known for his originality and creativity, he brought a unique touch to every page he designed. Rather than simply arranging text and photographs, he transformed them into visually engaging stories that reflected the publication’s character. His fresh ideas and artistic vision helped make every issue distinctly D’Post, leaving a creative imprint that readers will remember.

Representing the Cawayan Campus is Writer Ms. Jane T. Hentica, whose contributions demonstrated that journalism transcends distance. Through her stories, she amplified voices, shared experiences, and strengthened the connection between campuses, ensuring that more members of the DEBESMSCAT community found representation within the publication’s pages.

United by journalism yet shaped by different academic paths, Ms. Medina, Mr. Percol, Mr. Manlapaz, and Ms. Hentica is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education major in English. Meanwhile, Mr. Asugao completed his degree in Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education major in Science, while Mr. Nierva earned his degree in Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering. Though their fields of study vary, their shared dedication to service, storytelling, and truth has brought them together within the pages of D’Post.

For years, these six staff members helped fill the pages of D’Post with stories that informed, inspired, and connected the college community. Through every deadline, coverage, and publication, they strengthened campus journalism within DEBESMSCAT and helped amplify student voices.

As they prepare to leave the newsroom and step into new horizons, they leave behind more than articles, photographs, and layouts. They leave stories worth remembering, moments worth preserving, and pages shaped by dedication and passion.

Yet graduation is not the end of their journalistic journey. Though they may soon leave the campus grounds, the values they cultivated as campus journalists will remain deeply rooted within them. They carry forward the responsibility to seek truth, tell stories with integrity, and listen to voices that deserve to be heard.

No one knows exactly what lies ahead for these six graduates. New paths and opportunities await beyond the campus gates. Yet one thing remains certain: the soul of journalism they nurtured within D’Post will continue to live in them. Wherever life leads, they will carry the courage to pursue truth, uphold freedom of expression, and use stories to inspire understanding and change.

Their names may soon appear on graduation programs rather than publication mastheads, but their contributions will remain etched across the pages of D’Post. As the publication turns another page, it does so with gratitude for six remarkable individuals whose pens, cameras, creativity, and commitment helped write a fruitful chapter worth remembering.

Via Bernadeth Sambajon, D'POST Feature Editor, Kianno Briones, D'POST Lay Out Artist

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘| At Hindi Doon Magtatapos

Alam ko na ang dulo bago pa man magkandarapa ang lahat sa pag-abang ng opisyal na listahan. Hindi ko na kailangang makipagsiksikan o mag-abang ng PDF file para lang kumpirmahin ang isang bagay na matagal ko nang tanggap. Doon pa lang sa pag-compute ko ng sarili kong prospectus, tapos na ang usapan.

Ang dumi tingnan ng mga 2.1 na paulit-ulit na nakasulat doon.

Sa iba, baka mukhang tagumpay na ang gradong iyan. "Pasado," "Ligtas," "Puwede na." Pero para sa akin, bawat decimal point na lumalagpas sa cut-off ay parang dahan-dahang pagpunit sa pangarap na matagal ko ring inalagaan. Hindi lang isang beses nadulas; sunod-sunod silang lumabas sa mga panahong akala ko ay sapat na ang lahat ng ibinubuhos ko. Doon ko napatunayan na ang buhay ay hindi kwento ng engkantada—hindi porket nagpakapagod ka, ay ibibigay na sa iyo ang dulo na gusto mo.

Walang iyak, walang drama, at walang mabigat na buntong-hininga. Iniwan ko ang prospectus sa ibabaw ng mesa at hinayaan ko lang na lumipas ang gabi. Ang daling sabihin na "grado lang 'yan," pero kapag ikaw ang mismong nakatayo sa labas ng linyang muntik mo nang maabot, may sariling bigat ang katahimikan. Panghihinayang ba ito? Siguro. Pero mas higit doon, pagod.

Tiningnan ko uli ang mga linyang may 2.1. Sa huli, piraso lang naman ito ng papel na may marka ng tinta. Ang mga numerong iyan ang sumukat sa performance ko sa loob ng apat na sulok ng silid-aralan, pero walang kakayahan ang mga iyan na sukatin ang tunay kong tibay sa labas ng eskwelahan. Hindi mabubura ng mga iyon ang bawat umagang pinili kong bumangon kahit ang sarili ko mismo ay ayaw nang lumaban.

Hindi ako aakyat sa entablado na may nakasabit na medalya, at okay na ako doon. Ang mahalaga, natapos ko ang karera nang buo ang pagkatao ko, hindi basag dahil lang sa mga numerong hindi pumabor sa akin.

Kapag dumating ang araw na muli kong makikita ang prospectus na ito, hindi ko na titingnan ang mga kulang. Ang makikita ko na lang ay ang katotohanang dumaan ako sa mahigpit na daan, nadapa, pero nagpatuloy pa rin hanggang sa dulo.

Ang susunod na yugto ay wala nang cut-off o grading system na kailangang habulin. Sa bagong yugto ay simula na ng tunay na pakikibaka. Doon mas gagalingan ko pa, at gigising akong masaya dahil wala na akong kailangang patunayan sa iba.

WORDS by Zairel S. Medina| D'POST Editor-in-Chief
ILLUSTRATION by Karl Christian Clores| D'POST Cartoonist

Paalala mula sa DEBESMSCAT: Igalang ang Bawat Isa!

Alinsunod sa Safe Spaces Act o Batas na Bawal ang Bastos (RA 11313), mahigpit na ipinagbabawal ang anumang anyo ng gender-based sexual harassment (GBSH) o diskriminasyon sa mga pampublikong lugar, opisina, at maging sa online platforms.May karampatang parusa ang sinumang lalabag sa batas na ito.

Sa DEBESMSCAT, ang iyong kaligtasan at dignidad ay mahalaga. Huwag matakot magsalita, kami ay handang makinig at tumulong.

Makipag-ugnayan at dumulog sa:
Facebook: Debesmscat - Gender and Development Services
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Contact No.: 09859901036

Distribution of Literary Folio📖🔖

It’s do or die week, Debesians! 📝🔥

All those sleepless nights and reviewers are about to pay off.
Breathe, focus, and crush those finals.

We’re rooting for you!
Kaya natin to — laban lang! 💪

𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐥𝐲 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐒𝐂 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧: 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

“𝑊ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑓𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑖𝑛 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑏𝑎𝑐𝑘 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑟, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑠𝑜𝑎𝑟 𝑡𝑤𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝑎𝑠 ℎ𝑖𝑔ℎ.” Words of the newly elected SSC Chairperson, RP Reel O. Acosta!

He gathered an overall 2,560 votes from both Main and Cawayan Campus during the SSC Election held on May 18, 2026 from 7:30 to 4:00 PM. Hon. Rp Acosta is a candidate from the GO Allied party, emphasizing their mantra: united by one purpose and one voice. He is from the College of Education, Major in Science as a third year student for the academic year of 2025-2026. He is also known by most as a former NSTPSA President of the A.Y. 2023-2024. Additionally, he is the current A.T.O.M.S. President.

Mr. Rp Acosta is loved by his family, friends, and academic community. He has mentioned his mother during HARAPAN 2026: Beyond The Platform as his role model, continuing to serve the best examples which he follows up until now from her commending ways.

His leadership background before being a Debesian was commendable. He became the SSG President of Federico A. Estipona Memorial High School (FAEMHS) S.Y. 2020-2021. He is also an outstanding scholar of Overseas Workers Welfare Association (OWWA) EDSP accredited scholarship. Aside from that, he used to be a journalist, winning 4th place at DSPC in the Science and Technology category.

As for his academics, he graduated as the Valedictorian of the Batch 2016 at Mandaon Christian Academy. During his JHS Class, he graduated as the class salutatorian. As for his senior high years, he graduated with Highest Honors with awards as Best in Communication Arts, Best in Research, and a FAEMHS Leadership Awardee in 2023, truly soaring with flying colors. During his current college years, he is a consistent lister.

His significant involvements include being a participant in the 2025 Regional Pre-Service Teacher education Congress and launching of the Tanghalang CODTE showcasing BICOL festivals. He engaged in the Students and Stakeholders forum on tbe Environmental Protection and Climate Action 2025-2026. The significant contributions he did in his previous college years as a Debesian were Binibining NSTP 2024, the DEBESMSCAT: Christmasayang Pyesta sa Nayon 2024, Fire Drill Preparedness Symposium 2024, NSTP Pasine Sa Kagabihun, NSTP Zumbayaw, and the Garbage Drum Distribution to offices in under the same year.

Project PAGLAOM under his alliance is a platform laid for: Proactive leadership, Accountability & transparency, Green governance, Literacy & innovation, Advocacy for all, Opportunity for talent, and Mobilizing communities. According to their official page, the project name was derived from the Visayan and Central Philippine language located in Bicol and Masbate regions as ‘hope,’ which correlates to their vision of the platform for creating a Debesian community with PAGLAOM as the bridge between where we are and where we deserve to be.

The upcoming projects to be expected are the Green Space project to beautify the school gardens and respective areas in partnership with student organizations to foster a more conducive environment for learning. Campus Sustainability Initiative, with the implementation of the strict waste segregation program and “eco-days” regularly for campus-wide clean-up drives segregation facilities that will soon be placed throughout the campus. SOGIE Awareness Workshops will also be done to educate the student body and faculty on Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression to manifest a culture of respect. One of the highlights of the platforms is the Rainbow LGBT Accredited Organization which will have a representation and stance in the student body. Mental Health “Safe Spaces” Initiative is also another platform where designated areas on campus will be labeled as ‘quiet zones’ or ‘stress-relief hubs’ equipped with comfortable resources and mental health materials, working closely with the guidance office. Pasiklab Performance Series is also a chance for all Debesian singers, dancers, poets, and musicians to shine on the spotlight with low-pressure space to perform. This platform will organize events and programs to highlight the raw and pure Debesian talent. Another platform, Enhanced Disaster Readiness & Climate Action is a platform for creating workshops to train students in first aid and emergency response. Next platform, The Artists's Inventory And Support is a facility or office to employ artists (dancers, emcees, graphic designers, etc.,) to contribute in official events, ensuring their talents are prioritized while providing financial support to students representing DEBESMSCAT in national and regional levels. Project Kalipay is also a platform to partner up with local barangays and officials for small group sessions and gift giving, where student volunteers can teach basic literacy, digital skills, and financial literacy to kids while providing school supplies for the learners.

The SSC Transparency Portal is also one of their loud platform, making financial reports, council records, and project resolutions digital and accessible for any student at any time. Another one is the Student Rights Help-Desk, a dedicated committee for students with academic grievances. Other platforms are AI & Difital Literacy Seminars, “Student-Leader” Mentorship Program, The Debesian Research Hub, SSC Mobile Help-Desk & “Kapihan” Sessions, and the Agri-Entrep partnership where they will create a student harvest market, allowing a chance for students to sell or produce sustainable products on campus while promoting entrepreneurship.

With Hon. Rp Reel Acosta as the SSC Chairperson for Academic Year 2026-2027 at DEBESMSCAT, he serves not only as a student and a son, but also as a leader guided by a student-centered heart, strong governing skills, and versatile platforms. He aims to continue and lead the next Supreme Student Council for Academic Year 2026-2027.

Words by: 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙖 𝙉𝙞𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙖𝙢𝙚| D'POST Circulation Manager
Illustration by: 𝙅𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙚 𝙄𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙖𝙡| D'POST Layout Artist

📢 𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗗𝗘𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀!

The Supreme Student Council announces the official 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. Kindly visit the 𝗦𝗦𝗖 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 on or before 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 only.

🕗 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲:
• 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

✅ Bring your Membership Fee Receipt and PAGHIRUGMA Raffle Ticket
✅ Ensure that your respective CBOs and CSCs have signed your clearance beforehand

📌 Please be guided accordingly. The SSC will no longer accommodate signing requests after the given deadline.

Thank you and stay informed, DEBESians! 💚