The Fortress Special Issue Vol. 1 Digital Newspaper

The

FORTRESS September-November Issue | Volume 1

Special Issue

Excellence Beyond Words

THS studes turn fantasy to reality By Rhean Kimberly Esteban

R

apunzel, Belle, Cinderella, and other beloved Disney characters surprised the students of Tibag High School, bringing joy, laughter, and a wave of nostalgia. This unforgettable event was part of the culminating program for National Reading Month, Filipino Values Month, and Career Month, held on November 22. With the theme “Commitment: Honing Values and Discipline in Reading towards Future Success.” The program started with a grand parade featuring teachers and selected students dressed as iconic characters from their childhoods. This parade, a nostalgic walk down memory lane. Furthermore, Tibag High School students also showcased their creativity and talent through a series of spectacular performances. JHS students dazzled the audience with their engaging Readers’ and Chamber’s Theater performances, expertly bringing each story to life and evoking emotions. On the other hand, SHS students followed with powerful musical theater adaptations of The Greatest Showman and Into the Woods, leaving the crowd both moved and overjoyed. One of the highlights of the event was the “On-the-Spot Literary Character Cosplay” competition, where students amazed everyone with their resourcefulness. Each grade level participated, creating impressive costumes from recycled materials like plastics, bottles, newspapers, magazines, and even leaves. The students’ artistic talent shone as they transformed literary characters into iconic, larger-than-life representations. This momentous event reminded everyone of cherished memories created with their favorite childhood characters, bringing them back to life in everyone’s hearts. The event was not just a celebration for the students; it was an inspiration, a reminder of the power of collaboration and imagination.