Vol. 12, No. 5, June 23, 2008

Lanao Chung Hua School has released its calendar of activities for school year 2008-2009, as follows.

June 10 - Start of classes; June 12 - Independence Day; June 13 - Election of class officers; June 14 - Start of ICI classes; June 16 - Iligan Charter Day; June 17-20 - Orientation & campaign period for SG & JSC elections; June 20 - SG & JSC elections; June 23-25 - Club membership campaign period; June 27 - Club membership & elections; July - Nutrition Month; July 7-11 - Individual career guidance interview for 4th year students; July 25 - Club meetings; July 28-Aug. 1 - Food Festival; Aug. 13-15 - First periodical exam (English); Aug. 15 - Club meetings; Aug. 18 - First periodical exam (Chinese); Aug. 28 - Linggo Ng Wika Celebration; Aug. 29 - Report card distribution/club meetings;

Sept. 5 - Freshmen's retreat; Sept. 13 - Moon Festival; Sept. 15-19 - Science & Math Week; Sept. 26 - Teacheers' Day; Sept. 29 - Iligan Fiesta Celebration; Oct. 15-17 Second periodical exam (English); Oct. 20 - Second periodical exam (Chinese); Oct. 24 - Sophomore's retreat/club meetings; Oct. 27-31 - Semestral break; Nov. 7 - Report card distribution/club meetings; Nov. 12 - Foundation Day (70th anniversary celebration); Nov. 14 - Juniors' retreat; Dec. 14 - Christmas outreach; Dec. 15-17 - Third periodical exam (English); Dec. 18 - Classroom Christmas party; Dec. 19 - Start of Christmas break;

Jan. 5 - Resumption of classes; Jan. 12 - Third periodical exam (Chinese); Jan. 23 - Report card distribution/Seniors' retreat/club meetings; Jan. 26 - Chinese New Year; Jan. 27-30 - English Week Festival; Feb. 13 - Club meetings; Feb. 16 - JS Prom; Mar. 9-11 - Fourth periodical exam (English); Mar. 13 - Fourth periodical exam (Chinese); Mar. 26 - Baccalaureate Service; Mar. 26 - Recognition rites (non-graduating); Mar. 27 - Graduation Day; Mar. 30 - Report card distribution.

GAH 2008
Those who signed up

A total of 280 alumni, not 283 as earlier reported, signed up for GAH 2008.  Per records of the Secretariat, the following are names of alumni who registered.

Shanine Marie Acedo, Shaunna Mae Acedo, Marlon Acedo, Alvarez Venancio Jr., Aida Andaquig, Edwin Ang, Ellen Ang, Evangeline Ang, Jocelyn Ang, Linda Ang, Remedios Ang, Richard Ang, Stephen Ang, Rhea Mar Babarin, Barbe Baguio, Beth Baguio, Grace Joy Boniao, Benjamin Booc, James Booc, Robert Booc, Sheikding Booc, Aldo Caracho, Igdono Caracho, Glenn Carlos, Dominic Cepe, Albert Chiu, Debbie Jane Chiu, Dionesio Chiu, Fely Chiu, Josefina Chiu, Victor Chiu, Soylong Samuel Chock, Johnny Chu, Jose Chu, Judith Chu, Junith Chu, Alexander Chua, Bjorn Kerwick Chua, Christopher Chua, Karen Andrea Chua, Regalado Chua, Sarah Belle Chua, Helen Chua, Petronila Chua, Edward Chun, Felicitas Sonia Clemen, Edwin Co, Elaine Co, Janne Co, Nelly Co, Robert Co, Rossana Co, Rudy Co, Steward Co, Rex Conol, Cecille Conol, Enrique Cruz, Alicia Cu, Belinda Cu, William Cua;

Catalina Dagohoy, Mark Dano, Carol Ann de Jesus, Janet Dy, Bryan Cynric Dy, Carlos Dy, Chiok Hian Dy, Clint Jeffrey Dy, Clive Jonathan Dy, Delia Dy, Fe Dy, Gregorio Dy, Henry Dy, Jocelyn Dy, Johanna Cristine Dy, Juvy Dy, Kelly Dy, Kevin Bryan Dy, Letecia Dy, Melecia Dy, Peter Dy, Richard Dy, Ritky Dy, Sio Te Dy, Sun Che Dy, Sun Lay Dy, Willy Dy, Jane Dy, Jaime Dy, Johnson Dy, Chester Dy-Carlos, Cristina Dy-Carlos, Robert Dychutee, Claire Ann Esteban, Elizabeth Mae Fuentes, Melanie Felicia Garcillano, Henry James Go, John Go, Jose Sam Go, Mario Go, Mario Loreto Go, Ethel Go, Elisa Go, Jeanne Margaret Gosiaco, Reynaldo Grepaldeo, Aida Ipili, Juanito Jo, Luis Kho, Dennis Khu, Felisa Khu, Fernando Khu, Franklin Khu, Jennievev Khu, Paz Khu, James Khu, Roberto Lagrosas, Jan Emmanuel Lao, Brandon Lee, Emelita Lee, Esther Lee, Janet Lee, Lee Kee Sing, Kevin Lee, Mike Lee, Roland Lee, Andy Ang Lee, Philip Jones Lee;

Betty Lim, Castor Ong Lim, David Warren Lim, Elena Lim, Elizabeth Lim, Jason Louie Lim, Jose Lim, Josephine Jane Go Lim, Norma Sy Lim, Pablo Villanueva Lim, Suniel Lim, Tristan Lim, Gil Lim, Jerry Ling, Flora Lua, Lilia Lua, Jimmy Mecina, Charmaine Molo, Mona Liza Moncada, San Mondarte, Al Natividad, Siok Ching Ng, Yvette Ngo, Angel Ngo, Alice Ngo, Helen Ngo, Roderick Ngo, Susan Ngo, Reuna Oblimar, Harlene Ong, Natalie Ong, Anne Margaret Opiniano, Elizabeth Pagaling, Bebencio Palang, Sherley Portugaliza, Judy Pua, Elma Py, Gloria Quilat, Jonathan Quilat, Raymundo Quilat, Marie Janiefer Quimbo, Marie Joan Quimbo, Marie Josiefel Quimbo, James Racines, Jamile Rae Racines, Jian Leih Racines, Jone Raye Racines, Jorge Racines Jr., Julius Racines, Sherlita Racines, Teresita Racines, Zyra Joyce Rosales, Henry Rosario, Michelle Salud, Arturo Samson, Jacque Lynn Samson, John Arthur Samson, Benito Sia, Dominic Siao, Franklin Siao, Frederick Siao, Glenda Siao, Henry Siao, Lily Siao, Mark Stanley Siao;

Jeverly So, Phillip Steven So, Pick Giok So, Pitrickson So, Maria Luisa Soy, Maria Theresa Soy, Kenton Sua, Rogelio Suminguit, Anna Conception Sy, Anthony Sy, Beng Tee Sy, Caroline Sy, Charito Sy, Charles O. Sy, Constantino Sy, Edward Sy, Elizabeth Sy, Elna Leynete Sy, Farly Sy, Georgina Sy, Glenda Sy, Jessica Sy, Lydia Sy, Maria Theresa Sy, Peterson Sy, Precy Sy, Reina Regina Sy, Romeo Sy, Ronald Sy, Ruben Sy, Sandy Sy, Sheila Kathryn Sy, Sherwin Sy, Marc Bryan Sy, Ben Nahshon Sy, Bethany Jean Sy, Charles Robin Sy, Jorlyn Sy, Eric Taladua, Jefferson Taladua, Johnny Tamala, Dominador Tan, Prudencio Tan, Angelie Tan, Benjamin Tan, Calix Tan, Florentina Tan, Geraldine Tan, Judy Tan, Jose Tan Jr., Pablito Tan, Ramil Tan, Remedios Tan, Adelfa Tan, Franklin Tan, Marciano Tan, Yugene Taongan, Yuri Taongan, Manuel Te, Maximilian Te, Evelyn Tiu, Joy Kathleen Tiu, Nekko Trinidad, Rogelio Trinidad Jr., Emily Uy, Ernest Oliver Uy, Ian Uy, Justin Paul Uy, Leo Anastacio Uy, Lalita Uy, Sally Vy, Sio Hua Vy, Siu Tin Vy, Sofia Vy, Beng Hong Vy, Jean Haydee Dy Wang, Jackie Wong, Kyle Yañez, Emma Yap, Elena Yap, Elizabeth Yap, Lionel Bryan Yap, Evangeline Yee, Arlene Yu, Rodolfo Yu, Ted Bryan Yu, and Danielle Lois Yu.

Pablo Lagrosas, 89

Pablo Lagrosas, aka Dina Ho, 89, passed away at Dr. Uy Hospital, Iligan City on June 4, 2008. He would have been 90 this December. He is survived by his children, Luzviminda Lagrosas (Batch '62), Artemio Lagrosas ('65), Elsa Lagrosas ('67), Leodegaria Lagrosas ('69), Roberto "Henry" Lagrosas ('72), and Aida Lagrosas ('75). His wife was Margarita Lagrosas who died in January 1989.  He was laid to rest on June 9, 2008 at the Iligan Chinese Cemetery. We request our pious readers to pray for the eternal repose of his soul.

Rolando Sim

Rolando Sim (Batch '77), of Lanao Milling Inc., died of lingering illness on June 5, 2008.  He was the brother of Jim Sim (Batch '68), Helenita Sim-Tan ('68), Johnny Sim ('70), NellySim  ('71), Victor Sim ('73), Victoria Sim ('73), and Freddie Sim ('77). We request our pious readers to pray for the eternal repose of his soul.

Dy Shek Tong, 71

Dy Shek Tong, aka Ong Chiao Guan or Tonga Dy (Batch '56), died of cancer at the Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City, last June 10. He was 71. He is survived by his children Randolf Ong and Rodolf Ong. His wife Casiana "Peck Eng" Tan passed away in 2006. He was the brother of Chiao Hua Young (deceased), Batch '54; Elita Ong-Lai, Batch '62; Ong Ching An (deceased), Batch '63; Aurora Ong-Sy, Batch '66; Mike Lee, Batch '66; Susan Ong-Chan (deceased), Batch '67; Santiago Ong, Batch '70; and Linda Ong-Galenzoga, Batch '72. He was laid to rest at the Cebu Memorial Park on June 15, 2008. We request our pious readers to pray for the eternal repose of his soul.

Thanks
From Henry L. Yu (Batch '69), Cebu, Philippines; email: henrio522003@yahoo.com
Wed, 4 Jun 2008 03:53:11 +0100 (BST)

My sincere thanks to:

--Charles Sy (Class 1967) for the write-up about the 3rd LCHS GAH which gave me an idea as to what transpired during those two days (May 23-24, 2008).

--Peter Dy (Class 1966) for sending me the pictures that he took during the 3rd LCHS GAH. They sure made me happy and sad. Happy to see fellow alumni, classmates, friends maski sa pictures lang with matching expression of "Oh my God!" in seeing some fellow alumni having grown more mature, others looking younger or looking the same more or less. Sad because I was not able to make it that time to Iligan in general and LCHS in particular.

--Johnny Chen (Class 1983) for sending me the list of LCHS alumni who registered/attended the 3rd LCHS GAH which gave me an idea as to who were present or absent, while I correlated the list with the pictures that Peter sent.

Again, my heartfelt thanks to the three gentlemen. More power!

Have Articles, Will Publish

Now that GAH 2008 is over, it's time for the Spectrum to take a breather.

With the GAH gone and finished, there are less issues to report and even lesser events to cover.  In the days ahead we expect fewer materials to trickle in from our regular writers and contributors. Inputs from our regular writers and contributors are bound to diminish.  We'd like to believe that this is part of the natural course of events. The lull after the storm, so to speak.

Henceforth, the Spectrum will cease to come out regularly.  Instead of every other Monday, it will come out on any Monday without any fixed interval. This paper will come out only each time we have sufficient materials to complete an issue. The more materials are received, the more frequently an issue shall be hatched.

What all this signifies is that each issue of the Spectrum will now depend entirely on the volume of materials we receive from our alumni -- without need on our part to solicit them.. Just like our local vans for hire.  The van doesn't take off unless it's filled with passengers.

In our case, the bottom line is: Have articles, will publish.

ON TOUR. While LCHS alumni were all preoccupied with the 3rd GAH in Iligan City, Santi Ong (Batch '70) was busy touring the vast expanse of Australia late last month (in photo).  Santi joined some twenty other businessmen in a Dealer Incentive Tour sponsored by Konica Minolta. The all-expenses-paid trip, from May 19 to 26, took the group to Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and other major cities of Australia.

GAH FIRST TIMERS.  There was quite a good number of first timers at the GAH 2008 last May 23-24.  Among those spotted were Janne Co, Lily Siao, Glenda Siao, Kenton Sua, Emelita Lee, Willy Dy, Janet Dy, Ritky Dy, Sally Vy, Dennis Khu, Johnny Chu, Grace Joy Boniao, and a whole lot more from the younger batches.

JUST HEARD. "Spotlight" just heard that Janet Lee-Tan (Batch '69) has retired from her job as a banker in Iligan.  She joins her husband, Jose Tan, in managing their own business dealing in hardware and construction supply in Iligan. Meanwhile, Hilton Neil Sy (Batch '96), son of Aurora Ong Sy (Batch '66), is now connected with Profood International Corp. A civil engineer by profession, Hilton heads the construction division of the company. On the side, Hilton also owns a piggery farm in Cebu.

JUST MARRIED. Words recently reached "Spotlight" that a daughter of Edna Maria Go got married last June 7 in Manila. No details were available.  Edna is the younger sister of Josephine Jane Go and Jose Sam Go.  She now lives in Manila with her husband Delfin Ong. Also just married is Sharon Sy (Batch 2000), daughter of Sy Beng Gui (Batch '57). The groom is from Cagayan de Oro. The wedding took place last June 15 in Iligan with reception at the Maria Cristina Hotel.

Charles O. Sy, Batch '67

At the recent GAH, the young ones outnumbered the young once. Move over, old dinosaurs; the young dragons have arrived.

Rodolfo Yu showed up briefly at the GAH. He looked leaner but much healthier. When we saw him on the first day of the GAH, we all chorused, "Glad to see Yu!"

Former teacher Fidel Fuertes was among the few mentors who graced the GAH. At age 86, he certainly doesn't look his age. Just goes to show the kind of materiales fuertes he is made of.

The 4th GAH in 2011 will be co-hosted by Batch '87. This early the batch is already at work. They recently held a fighting cock derby in Iligan to raise funds. Another round of derby is being planned. Maybe they can also invite some talents from the Resurrection of the Lord to perform there. They can then call the affair "Let Derby Light."

Most of the dancing, singing and frolicking at the GAH were dominated by the young generation of alumni. The teen-aged children of the members of the Resurrection of the Lord regaled us with their singing skills and power dances. But their parents were not to be outdone. They were equally dazzling as they performed the popular dances of the 60s.

Notwithstanding a minor false start, Janne Co, too, proved he could still dish out the songs of the 60s with grace and aplomb.  He gave a stirring rendition of Elvis Presley's "Blue Hawaii" and received a big round of applause from an appreciative audience.

Inspired by Janne's performance, Mike Handumon, LCHS campus idol of the 60s, volunteered to sing too.  He said he would prove that he could also sing current hits. He sang Lara Fabian's "Broken Vow" and encountered a brief "broken voice" on the high notes. Other than that, it was a fine and well-received performance.

Despite the gallant efforts of Janne, Mike and other older alumni, it was still the young ones who hugged the limelight and stole the thunder in the recent GAH.  But the older folks aren't complaining.  This new breed of young alumni stalwarts has proven its mettle. They gave us a darn good show.

Letter of Welcome
By Christine Veronica B. Uy
English Dept. Head, LCHS

Welcome greetings to school year 2008–2009! As we endeavor to start the school year with renewed vigor and enthusiasm, the administration together with its faculty and staff is moving extra mile in standards and services to meet the challenges that should bring positive benefits for the school, most especially the students. Some facilities in school have undergone repair and rebuilding.

(1) The Kindergarten building has gone through a complete renovation. It will now house the Nursery, Kinder 1 and 2 including a staff office and a rest room for students who might need to stay a little longer in school. Each room is painted colorfully to provide the appropriate ambience for learning and will be air-conditioned.

(2) The ground floor comfort rooms located in the main building underwent repair and re-tiling and provided with mirrors. The drainage and piping systems are now fixed.

(3) Finally, a covered walk-way connecting canteen pathway to gym was built.

All these developments are collaborative undertakings of the Chinese Chamber, LACHSPA, Student Government and Junior Student Council.

Please find in our attachment the welcome address of our school director, Henry T. Siao, at the 3rd GAH reunion, assuring the community on the school's thrust which is to strengthen further the "English standard of its students without neglecting to nurture its excellence in math and the sciences, hoping to become the best school in English excellence within four years." (Published in Spectrum, June 2, 2008 issue)

In keeping with this pronouncement, the administration recently recruited the following new teachers:

Prep Teachers: REVIAN V. MANGUBAT, Bachelor in Elementary Education (English), MSU-IIT, Magna Cum Laude, 2008,  23 years old, single, Journalism Achievement Awardee, Department Leadership Awardee. MARJORIE M. ALINGAL, Bachelor of Secondary Education (English), 2007, MSU-MARAWI, Cum Laude, 22 years old, single, College Service Awardee, Academic Scholar, Consistent Dean’s Lister.

Science Teacher: EIRESS O. LUGOD, Bachelor of Elementary Education (Science & Health), Graduated 2007, MSU-IIT, 22 years old, single, ESL (English as Secondary Language) Teacher, Licensed Teacher.

High School English Teacher: CHARITO L. AGCOPRA, Bachelor in Secondary Education (English), North Central Mindanao Colleges; Human Resources Management (Psychology), St. Michael’s College, 2001; Master of Arts in English Language Studies graduate, MSU-IIT; 33 years old, married; private tutor/lecturer for private clients only; reading, language & speech teacher, Mary Infant Jesus School; review master for licensure exams for teachers, Lucan Research & Review Center.

Our profound gratitude on your faithful support to our school and again our warmest welcome!

Trees of GAH 2000