By: Yasmine Resse Rosel  |  Copyedited by: Mekylla Marie Villapaña  |  Publication: Rianne Lopez

5th best editorial writer in the Philippines!

Angelleanne Marfa, representing the National Capital Region, bags a remarkable 5th place in the Pagsulat ng Pangulong Tudling category at the National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) on July 12, 2024, at Carcar Gym in Carcar City, Cebu. 

This achievement marks the first-ever NSPC award for Pasay City National Science High School (PCNSciHS), establishing a historic milestone for the school. Marfa said that it’s an honor to be part of the school’s history and to be the first to bring home a NSPC award. 

Her victory goes beyond personal success; it paves the way for future generations of PaScian journalists.“Being the first doesn’t just mean I’ve achieved something; it means I’ve opened doors for the next and future generations to carry forward this legacy,” she explained.

The writer credited her growth as a campus journalist to her willingness to learn from her mistakes. Her love and passion for storytelling and journalism drove her to work hard and strive for excellence, leading to her current success.

Encouraging fellow PaScian journalists, Marfa advised them to make journalism a habit and a way of life that requires dedication and perseverance. “We have the power to change the world, one story at a time,” she claimed.

The journalist’s triumph reflects the dedication of her trainers, Mrs. Myra Jaime of Ang Liwanag and  Mr. Mark Reniel Balolo of The Quantum, who provided crucial guidance throughout her preparation. Marfa noted: “Their guidance through my JOURNey and my drive to improve were essential to my success.” 

She also extends her heartfelt gratitude to the school’s heads, including former and current principals, Mr. Rouell Santero and Dr. Mark Anthony Familaran, for their unwavering support.