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The Pulse of Student Journalism

02 April, 2026

This school year marked a revival and reform of student journalism at The Marynette. When Editor-in-Chief Aerone Justin “The Visionary” Valerio shared his direction with his team and executed it with diligence, a renewed version of the school publication emerged.

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Off-Key, On Point

01 April, 2026

“Sintunado man, basta’t masaya.”

These four words sum up exactly what it feels like to be in a Filipino karaoke session. For us, karaoke is more than just singing. It is an activity shared among family, friends, and sometimes even strangers. While the rest of the world approaches the microphone with perfection in mind, Filipinos sing their hearts out in gatherings without a care in the world, despite being out of tune. This shows that for us, skill comes second to emotion.

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Alaala sa Bawat Hapag

01 April, 2026

Sa bawat lasa, nabubuhay ang alaala.

May mga alaalang kailanman ay hindi naisusulat— hindi sa papel, hindi sa larawan—kundi natatagpuan sa bawat hapagkainan. Sa bawat putaheng inihahain, may mga istoryang tahimik na naipapasa, henerasyon kada henerasyon. Sa mata ng ilan, ang pagkain ay simpleng pantawid-gutom. Ngunit para sa iba, ito ay isang buhay na gunita ng pamilya, kutura, at pinagmulan.

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Curiosity Dives Deep

01 April, 2026

The ocean is vast, extremely vast. It accommodates so much life within its waters, such as colorful coral reefs, a variety of fish, and so many aquatic animals, making it one large and lively ecosystem.

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Love From Afar

01 April, 2026

There are so many reasons to fly abroad and work in foreign countries; it seems so common nowadays. I’ve heard many stories about it.

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Isandaan, Sampung Buwan, at Kung Ano Ang Naiwan

01 April, 2026

Katulad ng mga pangkaraniwang nobela, gaano man kahaba o karami ang mga sanga-sangang kuwentong nakapaloob dito, nagtatapos pa rin ang lahat sa isang bantas.

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More Than the Waste They Collect

01 April, 2026

In the dim hours before dawn, the basureros, or garbage collectors, move through the dark streets already hard at work. They can be seen pushing carts or carrying sacks filled with many different items, walking the streets. Or in other cases, they are the ones riding the truck that goes around the neighborhood to collect trash from houses. Doing a lot of heavy work without proper gear, and mostly in long sleeves, shorts, and a pair of slippers.

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From Green to Gray

25 March, 2026

It is a cruel, national irony that the hands that feed Filipinos are often the ones who are left empty-handed. Every grain of rice on our plate resembles the hard work of a farmer who likely can’t afford the very bowl he filled. The question of how we will farm transitions to who will be left to do it as debt piles higher than the harvest.

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Isang Aksyon, Libo-libong Emosyon

26 March, 2026

Ninanais ko ring makalaya.

Sa likod ng malamig na rehas at makakapal na dingding, puno ito ng mga istoryang hindi basta naririnig—mga kwento na puno ng pangungulila, sakit, at pag-asa. Sa paningin ng karamihan, ang bilangguan ay tila isang kaparusahan. Subalit para sa mga taong laman noon, ito ay isang daigdig na dumudurog nang pira-piraso sa kanilang pagkatao.

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Latay ng Kahapon

21 March, 2026

Nakapanlulumo. Walang katarungan. Nakamamatay.

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Two in One

24 March, 2026

In most families, responsibilities to fulfill duties are a shared effort. An example is parents sharing the responsibility of raising their children—supporting one another through life’s challenges.

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Two Sides of a Mask

18 March, 2026

Imagine a platform where everyone has their own unique spotlight, one dedicated to themselves in a way that only shines where it is presentable. A stage where countless eyes can admire and praise your existence, yet the same gaze can pierce and drag you down further.

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More Than a Childhood Rhyme

21 March, 2026

“Nanay, tatay, gusto kong tinapay.”

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Sa Dulo ng Sobre

16 March, 2026

Bukas ang sobre. Binibilang ang bawat piso… akala mo’y sapat ngunit hindi.

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How about going outside and touching some grass?

16 March, 2026

“You don’t get it? Maybe you’re not just chronically online as I am.”

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Faith in Plays

08 March, 2026

A play is a live theatre performance designed to captivate the audience with its dramatization and portray a story through the actors' characters. Combined with well-made costumes, scripted dialogue, lighting, and sets to create an immersive experience for the audience.

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So Far, Yet So Near

14 March, 2026

Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise thousands of kilometers away from the Philippines. Despite the distance, its effects are felt in many places, including Filipino homes where families are concerned about loved ones working abroad, while also facing rising fuel prices, inflation of necessities, and economic shocks.

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Pagputol sa Nakaraan

14 Pebrero, 2026

Pamana. Isang salita na kumikinang sa paningin. Kapag naririnig, madalas na pumapasok sa isipan ang mga ari-arian, lupa, maging ang apelyido. Ngunit papaano kung ang pamanang naipapasa ay hindi nakikita ngunit nag-iiwan ng marka?

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The Final Stretch

19 February, 2026

Ultimately, this final stretch of the school year is way more than just awards and grades. It is a symbol of combined efforts and dedication. Students of any grade level can look back with pride, knowing that they survived another year full of hardships and are prepared for whatever comes next in their academic journey.

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Tusok ng Pag-asa

14 Pebrero, 2026

Sa bawat tusok ng fishball at bawat ngiting ibinibigay ng mga nagtitinda, masasalamin ang diwa ng sipag at pag-asa. Ang street food sa kampus ay hindi lamang pampuno ng tiyan—ito ay kuwento ng pangarap, pagsusumikap, at patuloy na pakikibaka ng karaniwang Pilipino.

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Notes to Remember

14 February, 2026

With radiant lights and a room full of elegant outfits, the SMCB Junior-Senior Promenade transformed its venue into a place truly fitting for its theme, Whimsical Gardenia. Yet beyond this enchanting atmosphere, the night came alive through music—delivered by two very talented groups, Da Caravan and Has-Band, who took the stage and set the mood with every note played.

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Magsisikap o Mangangarap?

14 Pebrero, 2026

Laging bitbit ang katanungang: Paano nga ba pagsasamahin ang dalawang ito nang hindi binibitiwan ang isa?

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Flowers of beauty

14 February, 2026

But perhaps your biggest critique is none other than yourself. Those voices that spout such negative comments may only belong to you.

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Beginning of a Songbook

01 February, 2026

Not every note was written perfectly, nor every band was synchronized flawlessly. There will always be mismatched tunes, dissonant harmonies, and untimed pitches. Yet, it is the beauty of trying once again that counts.

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In Between

01 February, 2026

Overlooked. Quiet. Independent. Forgotten…

These are a few examples of stereotypes that come to mind when we hear the word “Middle Child”. They are often painted as too old to be looked after, or too young to be taken seriously. In some families, the oldest child’s achievements are often celebrated, while the youngest is pampered with all their needs and demands–leaving the middle child, well, “in the middle”. Their achievements might be celebrated with smiles and greetings, but not with the same enthusiasm. After all, since the oldest did it first, the second, third, and so on will follow.

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Dilim ang Tanging Kasiping

26 December 2025

Gusto kong ipagsigawan: Hindi siya baliw! Hindi siya mahina! Siya ay tao— may puso at damdamin. Nawa'y ang mga tulad niya'y tuluyang makita–yakapin ng pag-unawa, mahalin nang buo, at hindi na muling ikubli pa sa dilim.

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Chin Up Queen, or the Crown Slips

23 November 2025

There will be a time when the Philippines will come together to stop and stare.

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Peace be with you

10 November 2025

The candles that we thought ended with grief are remade—transformed into something new and unique that could serve another purpose, molded by the bare, genuine hands of those who seek happiness.

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And I, Thank You!

10 November 2025

Empowerment isn't always about being admired. Sometimes, it is walking away gracefully from things that no longer serve you, keeping your dignity intact.

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Lights, Camera, Rebolusyon!

08 November 2025

Ang industriya ng pelikula sa Pilipinas ay isang nagniningning na larawan na ipininta ng talento at maalab na pagmamahal sa pagtatanghal. Mula sa mapagpakumbabang simula hanggang sa kasalukuyang anyo ng pag-unlad, ang industriya ay sumasalamin sa kultura, pagsisikap, at tagumpay ng bansa.

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Colors of Melody

31 October, 2025

In a world that often feels too loud and overwhelming, music and art offer a gentle silence our hearts seem to crave.

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The Hidden Gift of Christmas

06 November, 2025

Santa never needed a sleigh to reach me—he arrived in the form of the warmth of our family, the glow of the lights, and the love woven in every moment spent together. And maybe that’s the purest kind of Christmas miracle, one I will never outgrow.

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Sandigan ng Kaluluwa

19 October, 2025

Matagal na akong naghihintay. Matagal na. Matagal na.

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Faith in a Digital World

12 October, 2025

A scroll through any social media platform in today’s time can feel like riding a digital rollercoaster. One second you’re watching funny cat videos; the next you’re invested in a K-drama movie recap, a cooking tutorial, or even crying over the death of a fictional character you’ve known for only 30 seconds. The internet is overflowing with short-form content designed to entertain, inform, and distract you from personal problems. Somewhere in between, Catholic content has managed to find its own niche within the algorithm.

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A Little Kindness, for You

16 October, 2025

It’s 3:00 a.m.

The world is silent, and the stars twinkle in the ink-filled sky. You lie in bed, scrolling through your phone—restless and unable to sleep.

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A Mission of Service

05 October, 2025

Students come and go, and behind them, a teacher will be found.

Like a speckle of light in the night sky, it becomes a blazing star. Students who have been guided and taught by passionate educators soar to new heights.

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The Spark Remains

04 October, 2025

Behind a closed, cluttered sticker door, what felt like forever ago rests solemn—within the walls, within the drawers, and within each one that ever stepped afoot. Inside the hush of a familiar room, building blocks and Barbie dolls lay scattered on the soft carpet, staining the floors with the old memories it once held. Remnants of glowing stars stay stubbornly pasted on the ceiling—leaving a faint glow alongside the morning twilight that bled through the faded blinds.

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The Way She Talks, The Way She Walks

05 October, 2025

As you witness Ignacian Marians walking down the aisle, you can feel their presence—filled with confidence and an aura that whispers of purpose.

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Panata sa Pisara

03 Oktubre, 2025

May mga pangarap na isinisilang sa guni-guni ng kabataan—mga larong wari’y walang saysay, subalit dahan-dahang nagiging ugat ng bukas, mga pangarap na marahang inihuhulma ng panahon at pananampalataya.

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Pagsubok ni “Nando”: Kwento ng Pilipino

24 Setyembre, 2025

Sa kalagitnaan ng mga araw na tila payapa, dumating ang isang bisitang hindi kadala-dalangin.

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O Captain, My Teacher

28 September, 2025

What does it mean to be a teacher?

Students may forget quizzes and test scores, but they will always remember the teacher who made them stand on their desks, helping them see the world anew.

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Sigaw ng Katotohanan

23 Setyembre, 2025

Iminulat ko ang aking mata, napakatahimik ng lansangan kaninang umaga. Tila karaniwang araw lang—mga taong nagmamadaling pumasok sa kani-kanilang trabaho, tindero't tinderang humihiyaw habang naglalako ng paninda, mga batang naglalaro, habang walang nakababatid sa langit na nagbabadya ang ulan. Sa gitna ng lahat na ito, may naramdaman akong kakaibang tensyon. Hindi mahagilap ng mata, ngunit dama.

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A Doctor's Fight for the Forgotten

23 September, 2025

Close your eyes and picture a doctor. For most, the image would be a figure in a white coat, stethoscope draped around their neck, standing beneath bright hospital lights, surrounded by advanced equipment, and driven by a heart for service.

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Tinig na hindi Matitinag

23 Setyembre, 2025

Sa isang lipunang madalas lunurin ng katahimikan, may mga tinig na tumatagos sa kawalang-kibo ng mga pangako’t panlilinlang. Mga pusong marunong magsindi ng apoy sa gitna ng dilim, mga tinig na nagmumula sa lansangan—hindi kayang lunurin ng dagundong ng kapangyarihan.

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A Recipe for the Unexpected

19 September, 2025

In the lively kitchen laboratories of St. Mary's College of Baliuag, Inc.—where echoes of student chatters blend with the clanking of metal tools—lessons are not only learned, but memories are also made.

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Where Lessons Begin, Stories Unfold

14 September, 2025

Classrooms welcome new faces each year—empty chairs are filled once again, single-toned desks are matched by royal blue uniforms of eager students.

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The teacher who made science simple

14 September, 2025

Within the classrooms, laboratories, and Science and Math Faculty room of St. Mary’s College of Baliuag, the periodic table is more than just a chart. It’s a language, a story, and a tool for unlocking the mysteries of the world.

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Isang pares ng tsinelas

12 Setyembre, 2025

Payak. Karaniwan. Subalit kahit ginto ay ‘di makapapantay rito.

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Isang daang araw ng pagka-Papa

17 Agosto, 2025

Siya ang unang Santo Papang ipinanganak sa Amerika, at isa ring kasapi ng Augustinian Order. Noong ika-16 ng Agosto ay ipinagdiwang ang kaniyang ika-100 araw bilang Santo Papa.

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AI: Kaibigan o kaaway?

21 Agosto, 2025

Pagguhit. Pagbura. Pagguhit muli. Paulit-ulit na prosesong ginagawa mo upang matapos ang isang proyektong kailangan mong ipasa para sa eskuwela.

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Isang mumunti, Kaniyang sukli

15 Agosto, 2025

Kapag ang langit ay payapa, doon Siya nagmamasid.

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Seldang walang susi

08 Agosto, 2025

Tandaan mo ito—hindi lahat ng larong pambata ay masaya.

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Milenyal na santo: roba ay sweater, yapak ay Nike

10 Agosto, 2025

Siya ang unang santong mula sa henerasyong milenyal na siyang relate na relate sa kabataan.

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Something to call home

18 July, 2025

As we sit in the comfort of our homes, warm and content, we gather around the table for meals—meeting gazes with warm smiles, and enjoying the very presence of each other—their stories, comfort, and laughter.

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Numbers or Law?

07 July, 2025

Ceilings high, probity low—hushness lingers, awaiting the far tomorrow.

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Suman: A lifeline wrapped with Leaves

11 July, 2025

When exploring Filipino markets, you will never fail to find vendors selling suman—a traditional rice cake wrapped in banana leaves. Traditional food, such as suman, reflects the culture and customs of the Filipinos and has long been a hallmark of our pride. We take joy in showcasing cuisine unique to our country, a reflection of our rich heritage.

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"Batons Up!"

29 June, 2025

As the launching of the new school year occurred on the grounds of St. Mary's College of Baliuag, all eyes suddenly turned to the stars of the campus—the majorettes.

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The Marynette's Legacy

18 September, 2024

In line with the celebration of Baliwag City Mayor Ferdie Estrella’s 9th year of serbisyong may malasakit to the people of Baliwag, The Marynette 2023-2024 had the distinct honor and privilege of being invited to the prestigious Baliwag City Institutional Partners’ Night, held on September 9.

Para sa Kasarinlan

26 August, 2024

Tila mga ibon na nakakandado sa isang hawla na lumilimita sa paggalaw ang hindi mabilang na mga palahaw. Sa araw-araw, ramdam ang labis na paghihirap sa lakas ng pagtangis at panaghoy. Ang mataas na paglipad sa lawak na saklaw ng kalangitan ang munting hiling ng mga tinig. Muli pa nga bang maibabalik ang ginhawa na dulot ng kalayaan o mananatili na lamang ito sa isang dakong tago sa mundo?

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