THE OFFICIAL STUDENT NEWSLETTER OF COLEGIO SAN AGUSTIN - BACOLOD BASIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
rebuild to relive: csa-b gym reopens
Martina Isabel Mantuano
Colegio San Agustin Bacolod finally commenced the reopening of the gymnasium as they hold its blessing and inauguration on the 5th of June, 2023. The Augustinian Friars graced us with their presence, leading the ribbon-c u t t i n g ceremony and the blessing of the gym. After the program opening, Rev. Fr. Arnel S. Dizon, O.S.A., delivered his words of gratitude towards everyone who made the remarkable day happen. The Kalinaw Chorale, Kanlaon Theater Guild, Kagayon Dance Troupe, and the Kamighon band owned the stage following their sensationa l p e r f or m a n c e s, hence making it one
astounding day and proving that Augustinians are indeed talented in the many forms of art. The original gym, opened in 1977, was razed by fire on April 7, 2014 after an electric fan ignited in the dormitory rooms of varsity players. The fire was reported at 5:45 p.m, and was put under control by 6:20 p.m, as reported by city fire marshal Chief Inspector Bartolome Beliran. The Rebuild to relive the memories fundraising campaign was launched in 2014, garnering thousands in donations. The campaign was relaunched on Valentines Day 2023, with all departments, offices, and organizations
having a contribution to the donation drive. The completion of the gymnasium proved useful for graduating students and achievers, as their ceremonies
were held at the venue in the following months. Varsity players are also expected to use the gym for training by 2024, when all appliances are complete.
basic edcuation reunites in 20222023 acquaintance day Ardee Vinnette Bunda
Junior High School (JHS) students gathered in the Villa San Agustin - Campus (VSAC) last September 29, 2022, for their Acquaintance party for S.Y. 2022-2023. The program started at 1:30 PM with an opening invocation led by Elisha Shane Elemento and Azriel Zane Jose, followed by
an opening speech by Mrs. Donah Banaticla, MaEd, BED Principal. Following the opening sp e e c h , t h e J H S c l a s s , a n d council officers also took their oath of service in the presence of Fr. Isabelo Carloman Jr., O.S.A., VP for Student Affairs and External Relations, BED Regent. NEWS
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