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QGHS Peer Empowerment Alliance, Purok 3 Zamora, Quirino, Cabarroguis (2026)

31/03/2026

Just like the song said, “Natapos na ang lahat, nandito pa rin ako…”

Truly, kahit natapos na ang school year at awarding ceremonies, nandito pa rin ang PEEMA—patuloy na nagbibigay-pugay at sumusuporta sa tagumpay ng bawat mag-aaral.

𝗢𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻, PEEMA proudly congratulates the Academic Achievers and Awardees of Quirino General High School, SMART Plus Community.

You didn’t just finish the journey—you made it meaningful. And that pride? It stays.

31/03/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗠𝗔 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀

With great pride, we celebrate the Outstanding Performance Awardees of PEEMA from Quirino General High School—students who embody academic excellence, compassion, and a strong commitment to serving others in the SMART Plus Community.

These recognitions reflect both their hard work and their role as peer counselors—listeners, supporters, and sources of strength in the school community.

May you continue to lead with both mind and heart.

“Hindi ka nag-iisa—may makikinig sa’yo.”

𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘗𝘌𝘌𝗠𝗔 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗲𝘀!

08/03/2026

"DON’T BE ONE-SIDED — Hear Both Sides Before Judging." ⚖️👂

Life is full of different perspectives, and each one carries its own truth. When we only listen to one side, we risk misunderstanding others and unfairly labeling them. A wise person knows that patience and openness are the keys to clarity. 🧠✨

Listening to both sides doesn’t mean you have to agree with everything you hear. It means giving space for understanding, respecting differences, and recognizing that every situation has more depth than what appears on the surface. A balanced mind takes time to listen, reflect, and consider before forming an opinion. This practice not only prevents conflict but also builds stronger and more meaningful connections. 🤝

Judgment without understanding is prejudice, but judgment with understanding is justice. By hearing both sides, we cultivate fairness, empathy, and balance. It reminds us that true wisdom lies not in rushing to conclusions, but in embracing the full picture before deciding where we stand.

True respect is shown not in quick decisions, but in giving every voice the chance to be heard. 🎗️💚

PubMat: Frinz Jyrex Manayod
Caption: Valerie Gulguluway

01/03/2026

“It’s okay not to be okay, but it’s not okay to stay silent.”

Everyone goes through problems, and that’s normal. But keeping everything inside can hurt your mental health. Don’t be afraid to talk to your parents or someone you truly trust. ❤️

Crying doesn’t mean you’re weak. It’s a healthy way to release heavy emotions and feel lighter. Sometimes, we need to let go of painful memories so we can finally feel at peace. 🍃

The PEEMA Organization at our care center is here to support you. 💞🫂

It’s okay to open up. Sharing what you feel is an important step toward healing. We care about your mental health. We care about your feelings. We care about you. ❤️‍🩹

Your feelings are always valid here. No one has the right to judge you, because no one else truly knows what you are going through. 🌟💛

Pubmat: Athena May Macaalin
Caption: Ericka Faye Doral

22/02/2026

DEPRESSION IS NOT A JOKE
Be the light for those on the verge of collapse 🌟.

Pay attention to those around you, people struggling may appear fine on the surface, but you could never guess what lies inside them. A rose has its thorns 🥀—it may capture your interest so well that its beauty distracts you from its pain, its hardships, and its stress.

Though you may never truly understand what they are going through, effort is a sign of strength 💪 and resilience. Inspire and support your peers, show them that you care, because to be seen and heard means just as much as being understood 🫂.

“If they wanted to, they would.”
Show up, lend a shoulder to cry on, be a helping hand 🤝. Assist them in climbing out of their hardships. Slowly but surely, they’ll leave their comfort zones and embrace a healthy, free lifestyle.

Be the light that rekindles those whose flames have dimmed ✨.

Pubmat: Dianne Aquino
Caption: Janeza Taguinod

14/02/2026

💖 𝓐 𝓖𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓒𝓮𝓵𝓮𝓫𝓻𝓪𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓸𝓯 𝓛𝓸𝓿𝓮 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝓲𝓷𝓮𝓼𝓼 💖

On this distinguished celebration of Valentine’s Day, we are gracefully reminded that love is one of life’s most profound and enduring gifts. 🌹💌 Surrounded by symbols of devotion roses that signify admiration, heartfelt letters that carry sincere emotions, and intertwined hearts that represent unity and commitment we reflect on the true essence of this meaningful occasion. It is more than a date on the calendar; it is a celebration of compassion, respect, and genuine human connection.

Valentine’s Day invites us to pause amidst our busy lives and express gratitude to those who bring warmth, guidance, and comfort into our days. Whether it is through kind words, thoughtful gestures, or quiet acts of understanding, love manifests in ways both grand and subtle. 💞✨ It teaches patience, strengthens trust, and nurtures bonds that stand firm even in challenging times.

May this day serve as a reminder that every individual is deserving of both love and happiness not one without the other, but both in equal measure. ❤️🎁 Let us honor not only romantic affection, but also the enduring support of family, the loyalty of friends, and the kindness we extend to one another. In doing so, we uphold the true spirit of this celebration: a commitment to cherish, respect, and uplift those around us.

As we commemorate this beautiful occasion, may our hearts remain open, our words sincere, and our actions reflective of the love we wish to receive. 🌸💝 May Valentine’s Day inspire us to cultivate relationships rooted in understanding and to carry its message of warmth and goodwill far beyond this single day.

Pubmat: Frinz Jyrex Manayod
Caption: Jael Bucca

08/02/2026

GIVE RESPECT, EARN RESPECT🫂

Respect is not something we should expect right away. It is something we build through our actions and behavior. The way we speak and treat others shows the kind of energy we carry every day.

When we choose to give respect, we create a space where understanding can grow. People respond to sincerity and kindness more than words alone. What we give often shapes how others treat us in return.

In the end, energy always comes back. The respect you give to others is the respect you receive. Move with good intention and let your actions speak.

Caption: Luc Masley Draman
Pubmat: Jeyiah Xie Oralio

31/01/2026

"Life is too precious to lose, so hold on because brighter days are ahead."🌟

Life is a gift that holds immeasurable value, even in moments when it feels heavy or overwhelming. Every heartbeat, every breath, and every step forward is proof of resilience and strength. Through challenges may cloud the path, they do not define the worth of your existence. Life is too precious to lose, and within it lies endless opportunities for healing, growth, and joy that may not yet be visible but are waiting to be discovered. ❤️‍🩹🫂

True strength is not the absence of struggle. It is the choice to keep going in the middle of it. When you rise through your pain, even shakily, you become a living reminder that survival is possible. Your courage can touch someone who is silently breaking. It shows them they are not alone in the darkness. Even the smallest act of holding on can become a quiet light for another soul who feels lost. In choosing to stay, you become a beacon of quiet hope.

Holding on during your darkest nights creates room for brighter mornings to find you. Pain can feel endless and absolute. It can seem like it will swallow everything. Yet it is only one chapter in your story, not the entire book. There is hope for you. Choosing to stay means choosing to trust that tomorrow might hold something gentler, softer, more loving than today. YOU MATTER. YOUR STORY MATTERS. This world is genuinely better because YOU are here. ✨

In your toughest seasons, please remember that you do not have to walk through the storm alone. We will listen with open hearts. We, the PEEMA are here to offer comfort, to listen with open hearts, and to offer a shoulder to cry on. Together, let's make the world a bit gentler. No one should carry their problems in silence. You are not a burden. You are a human being deserving of love, care, compassion, and understanding. 🎗️💚

Caption: Valerie Gulguluway & Hanna Deseree Aquinde
Pubmat: Dianne Aquino

18/01/2026

QGHS continues classroom observation despite recent death issue

Demonstration teaching continues in Quirino General Highschool (QGHS) despite controversial issue of a public-school teacher collapsing during a classroom observation in Pedro Diaz High School on January 7.

According to Ma. Fely Jane Pagudpud, teacher III of Quirino General Highschool, the Department of Education (DepEd) memorandum No. 089, 2025 states that teachers are required to attend two full-period classroom observations in one school year.

Pagudpud expressed her disapproval on the memorandum, wherein she added that it stacks on to the mental pressure to teachers and students, as well as an addition to the yearly responsibilities given to both parties.

However, Imelda C. Sibayan, master teacher II of QGHS emphasized that classroom observations are also highly beneficial to teachers, although it holds unrealistic expectations that aren’t applied to their everyday work.

She held on to her point that these observations strengthen an educator’s skills and teaching capabilities, and proves that they are properly doing their duty in upskilling students.

In addition, Sibayan highlighted the importance of these demonstration teachings to serve as a base in determining the quality of a teacher’s performance.

She also said that other than the intended observers, students should also have a role in making sure that teachers are performing well and up to standard.

Additionally, she wished that teachers could be graded similar to students, corresponding to how they execute their duty as teachers, including the effort they put into their work.

Article: Janeza Taguinod
Pubmat: Athena May Macaalin

17/01/2026

MISUNDERSTANDING CAN RUIN EVERYTHING

Misunderstanding can slowly ruin almost every relationship when it is left unresolved and ignored for too long. It does not only affect couples, but also families🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒, friendships💑, classmates, coworkers, and even entire communities.

What may begin as a simple miscommunication❌, a wrong assumption, or unspoken feelings can gradually turn into repeated conflicts🔁, silent resentment🔇, and growing emotional distance. Over time, people may start to feel unheard, unappreciated, or misunderstood, causing trust to weaken and bonds to slowly break⛓️‍💥.
When pride replaces humility and assumptions replace honest conversations, even the strongest relationships can begin to suffer.

Without open communication, patience, empathy, and a genuine willingness to understand one another, misunderstandings can destroy connections that were once built on love, respect, and shared experiences. Small issues, if ignored⛔, can grow into major conflicts, creating walls between people who once shared closeness and trust.

Relationships👩‍❤️‍👨 require effort, understanding, and care, and even a single misunderstanding, if left unchecked, has the power to unravel years of connection, leaving distance where there was once understanding and warmth.

In the end, misunderstandings act like silent cracks in the foundation of any relationship—left unaddressed, they widen into irreparable divides. Prioritize open dialogue, empathy, and humility to mend them early, preserving the love, trust, and warmth that make connections thrive. Nurturing your bonds with intention, because a simple conversation today can safeguard a lifetime of shared joy tomorrow. 🫂❤️

Caption: King Peter Senica & Vallen Micara Faye Manzano
Pubmat: Frinz Jyrex Manayod

10/01/2026

“Failure Is Success”

Failure is something everyone will always experience—no excuses—because we are not perfect, and we are all shaped by it. You may argue that experience is what shapes us, but to experience something is to have practical contact: observing facts or events and gaining knowledge over time 📚. By failing, you learn what went wrong and improve the next time you try.🌟

Being embarrassed by failure is not rare and is quite common among adolescents—and honestly, adults too. You won’t automatically gain the knowledge to succeed at something without proper help and, of course, experience 🤝. Failing once, twice, three times, or even many times is nothing to be embarrassed about. And if you do feel embarrassed, use that feeling as motivation to succeed and make sure you won’t feel the same way the next time.

Embrace failure, because even the most successful people in the world have experienced it over and over again. The first step toward success may seem easy, but every step after that becomes harder. The difficulty will always increase. Strategize your plan. Seek advice from people with prior experience 👥. And most importantly, learn from your past mistakes—because to succeed is to gain experience, and to gain experience is to acquire knowledge, endure pain and difficulty… and of course, to fail.

Pubmat: Dianne Aquino
Caption: Hezron Matt Rambac

26/12/2025

On December 17, our much anticipated general Year-End Party happened at Quirino General High School! 🎋🥳

Students and teachers all came together to celebrate our victories, conquer challenges, and experience the bomb after a great year.💣🤯 The energy was flying off the charts with music, lights, dances, and non-stop laughs—wrapping up 2025 with pure joy and unforgettable moments! 🎉✨

Together with Amihan, eSports, Mathinik, Sukimat, CPA, Sports club, and Silong, we hosted awesome games like Color Game and Hear Me Out. Everyone enjoyed every moment despite the limited time— laughing nonstop, bonding like crazy, and making the gym burst with energy and good vibes! 🎊🎉

Hope we all cherished that amazing day—here's to more fun activities and programs in 2026!

Pubmat: Jeyiah Xie Oralio
Caption: Jared Xyrus Buccat | PEEMA Treasurer & Althea Angela Serrano | SUKIMAT President

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