11/08/2026
Beyond Validation: SVES Ready to Raise the Flag for SPJ
โMore than a validationโit was a celebration of commitment, collaboration, and the power of young voices.โ
San Vicente Elementary School (SVES) proudly marks the successful inspection and validation for the implementation of the Special Program in Journalism (SPJ)โa meaningful milestone that reflects the schoolโs strong commitment to developing young learners into responsible, ethical, and empowered campus journalists.
The validation became an opportunity for SVES to demonstrate not only its readiness and capacity to implement SPJ but also the collective efforts behind the program from its learning resources, facilities, and journalism activities to the dedicated SPJ teachers, learners, parents, and stakeholders who continue to make the program meaningful and sustainable.
The school extends its deepest appreciation to the DepEd Regional Validators headed by EPS/CLMD, Joeisa Presbitero and Mary Jane Mejorada, EPS QAD Ma.Cristina B. Dionisio and Darly D. Lamentac for their time, expertise, insightful observations, and constructive recommendations. Their guidance has strengthened our resolve to continuously improve and provide our young journalists with meaningful opportunities to learn, write, report, and serve their school and community.
Our heartfelt gratitude also goes to the Schools Division Office, headed by SDS Jinky B.Firman,our EPS/ Journalism Coordinator Maria Perpetua Angelita Suelto, SMME team EPS II Ronmar V. Jayoma, Lea Jane Isleta , PSDS Marissa Y. Manginsay,School Principal Jemima R. Deiparine for their invaluable technical assistance, encouragement, and unwavering support throughout our SPJ journey.
This achievement belongs to all of our education partners,including our school PTA, Kasilak Development Foundation Incorporated, parents, stakeholders, teachers, and learners. Your trust, generosity, cooperation, and commitment have helped build an environment where journalism can thrive.
The successful validation is more than a compliance milestone. It is a testament to SVESโs preparedness, collective commitment, and determination to sustain a meaningful special program in journalism.
As we await the next step, San Vicente Elementary School remains hopeful and steadfast in its commitment to the vision of SPJโto develop young journalists who seek truth, uphold integrity, communicate responsibly, and use their voices to inspire positive change.
We are ready. We are committed. We are united.
San Vicente Elementary School is prepared to advance SPJ.
One school. One vision. Many voices. One commitment to responsible journalism.
โ๐ป Amelyn H. Escudero
๐ธ Unayssa Marie V. Jayoma