Last February 25, 2025 is the 39th anniversary of the People Power Revolution . The students of Loyola College of Culion gathered for a film viewing event to commemorate 39 years of the People Power Revolution . The senior high school students watched "Dekada '70" in the auditorium, while the junior high school students viewed the film in their respective classrooms. The film served as a powerful reminder of the hardships and sacrifices endured during martial law, allowing students to reflect on the importance of democracy and freedom.

‎‎After the film viewing, all students proceeded to the LCC quadrangle for a solemn and meaningful program. The event began with an opening prayer led by Ms. Khrizna Joe Batuigas LPT, followed by the stirring rendition of "MAGKAISA" by Virna Liza, which students and teachers sang together in unity.

A candle-lighting ceremony followed, where each class president offered a candle at the grotto, symbolizing hope, remembrance, and gratitude for the heroes of the People Power movement. The ceremony created an atmosphere of deep reflection, honoring the resilience and bravery of those who fought for freedom.

The program concluded with a closing prayer led by Ms. Cordeliz S. Sartagoza  and Mr. David Jairus Batuigas, followed by a final heartfelt performance by singing again "MAGKAISA" by Virna Liza. As a powerful display of unity, students and teachers formed a circle and linked arms signifying solidarity and strength as a community committed to upholding democracy.

‎As a tribute to the 39th EDSA People Power Revolution, each class desig designated bulletin boards were created, inspired by the EDSA People Power Revolution.

‎The event was a meaningful and inspiring tribute to the People Power Revolution, reminding everyone of the importance of unity, freedom, and the power of collective action.

Written by: Ayesha Mae Bucao

Originally posted at the Loyolamp Publication FB page (Loyolamp publication is the official student publication of LCC) https://www.facebook.com/share/p/12F8be55EqA/

It has been eight years since Pope Francis published Laudato sí, sharing his concerns about the care for our common home. In his latest apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum (Praise God), Pope Francis laments our inadequate responses to the climate crisis and warns of a breaking point for our planet unless we act decisively. (LD2)

Pope Francis, in the same document encourages everyone that “every little bit helps.” A small act can really go a long way when done consistently and conscientiously. “Yet,” he continues, “what is important is something less quantitative: the need to realize that there are no lasting changes without cultural changes, without a maturing of lifestyles and convictions within societies, and there are no cultural changes without personal changes. (LD70)

The youth have an important role in driving cultural change. Their concern about the climate crisis and the vulnerable people who are most impacted by it has spurred growing interest in biodiversity, jobs in sustainability, and advocacy.

Recognizing the important role of the youth and the drastic changes, both communal and personal,  that must be inculcated in their culture now, LCC adapts the following ecological policies. It is our hope that with these policies, it will have significant changes in their lifestyle to combat the deteriorating situation of our common home.

The following policies will be adapted after one week of the publication of this circular.

1.    BAN ON SINGLE-USE PLASTIC ON CAMPUS

Plastic products break down over hundreds of years into microplastic particles that persist and accumulate in the environment. The following items are banned on campus:

a.     Soft drink, juice, and water plastic (PET) bottles

b.     Plastic cups and lids

c.     Disposable or single-use utensils (spoons, forks, and knives) and straws

d.     Single-use plastic containers and bags

e.     Styrofoam or Polystyrene products (e.g. food packs) and tetra-pack cartons

f.      Sachets (including chips and junk food bags)

g.     Balloons

h.     Other non-recyclable items

We would like to advocate the use of sustainable and earth-friendly reuseable alternatives, such as:

a.     Reuseable (hard plastics, steel, wood) water bottles or tumblers

b.     Reuseable (steel or wood) spoon and fork

c.     Reuseable (steel or wood) straws

d.     Paper or biodegradable food packs

e.     Ecobags

We also discourage the use of tarpaulins for announcements or for one-time use only.

2.    SEGREGATION OF WASTE AT THE SOURCE

Different colored trash cans have been provided in every classroom and common areas of the school. However, different types of trash are lumped inside these cans. Everyone is asked to be mindful of how the different types of garbage are to be segregated.

Reuseable papers (papers with print only on one side) are to be separately collected to be used by offices.

Organic wastes are collected by the barangay and are deposited in the compost pit in our property in Gitna.

3.    ON THE USE OF ELECTRICITY AND WATER

Aside from material resources, electricity and fresh water are resources that need to be conserved. Since last year, the school has been replacing our old lighting fixtures with energy-efficient lights and equipment. We have also bought additional solar lights to supplement our current lighting fixtures. We will continue to add more in other areas.

Each office or classroom is to adopt energy conserving measures, such as turning off aircons, electric fans, and lights when no one is around. Ensure that appliances are unplugged at the end of the day and especially on long weekends, report leakages in water lines and faucets, among others. Soon, we will also install rain-water collection tanks around the campus.

4.    DEPUTIZATION OF THE ECOLOGY OFFICER AND OTHER OFFICES

Our point person on Ecology, Mr. Domingo Labios, is deputized to call out or issue a warning to personnel or office who continually violate or ignore these policies. A report will be sent to my office and upon determining the severity of the complaint, a certain penalty will be imposed. The Physical Plant Officer, together with our security guards and maintenance staff, are also deputized to call out or issue a warning to a personnel or office who violate or ignore these policies.

Our Junior High (LSG) and Senior High (ISLA) student-body governments are also enjoined to include the criteria of adherence to the policy on ecology in their daily evaluation of determining the cleanest classroom. I leave it to the student governments and their moderators the determination of demerit points for every violation.

The JHS Diner and SHS Cafeteria concessionaires have also been informed of the details of these policies and will adapt their practices accordingly.

We enjoin our outside suppliers, parents, alumni, and other stakeholders to join us in this campaign.

We launch this new policy at the beginning of this year’s Season of Creation, with the theme “Hope and Act with Creation.” The Season of Creation is the annual Christian celebration that calls us together each year to pray and respond jointly to the cry of Creation: the ecumenical family from around the world comes together to listen to and care for our common home.

Fortes in Fide!

(SGD) Fr. Neupito J. Saicon, Jr., S.J.

President