“Being a school paper adviser brings deep joy and pride to me,” says Ma’am Analyn Tejada as she delivers her speech in front of young delegates on the second day of the Division Journalist Training. Her passion for teaching young journalists knows no bounds—an inspiration for young minds to dream, to write, and to become something greater one day.

Leadership is more than a title—it’s a calling. Being a captain, whether of a ship, a team, or a school, is both an honor and a weighty responsibility. It’s not about barking orders or simply supervising—it’s about creating change that lasts, inspiring those around you, and leaving a legacy that echoes long after your journey ends. Chief, here’s how you can truly embody the role:

A journalist isn’t born from ink and paper alone.

They’re shaped by sleepless nights, burning deadlines, and a curiosity that refuses to fade. To become one is not just to write — but to feel, to listen, and to learn. So how does one truly become a journalist? Here’s how.