NEWS

Saint Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) emerged victorious in several sports events during the Sogod I District Meet 2025, held on September 30, 2025, with the theme “One Goal, One Spirit, One District.

The  school  secured   multiple  victories  across   different   events,  proving  its  strength   and determination in both individual and team competitions.

In Table Tennis  (Secondary  Boys), STAC secured the Gold  Medal  in Singles A through Cliff Andrew A. Saja and the Silver Medal in Singles B courtesy of Lorens Jhon L. Arcina. The doubles pair of Aryell Leander Khai M. Olvina and Karl Cris Shaun Luis O. Espedilla also delivered a Gold Medal finish.

For the Secondary Girls, Gwenn Jesheryl P. Tahup earned a Silver Medal in Singles A, while the tandem of Ma. Nicole Arianne P. Acampado and Kairi F. Abusca brought home another Silver Medal in doubles.

In Lawn Tennis, STAC athletes also showcased their skills. The Secondary Girls claimed the gold medal in Singles A and the silver medal in Singles B. For the Secondary Boys, STAC secured a silver

medal in Singles A.

Rosella Mauraine P. Blazo also brought glory to the school in the field events, capturing 1st place in Javelin Throw and finishing 3rd place in Discuss Throw in the Secondary Girls category.

The school likewise celebrated victories in other sports, including a gold medal in dancesports and championships in Secondary Badminton Boys Singles A and Singles B. In addition, STAC captured the Elementary Badminton Girls Singles B title.

These achievements highlighted STAC,s strong performance and commitment to excellence in the district meet, bringing pride and honor to the Thomasian Community

10/02/25

The Thomasian community once again came together in prayer during the monthly Holy Mass in devotion to La Purisima Concepcion today, October 8, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., held at the Diocesan Shrine and Parish of the Immaculate Conception – Sogod. The celebration, part of the observance of the Month of the Holy Rosary, was presided over by Rev. Fr. Merwin L. Kangleon.

In his homily, Fr. Kangleon highlighted the importance of praying together as a community, reminding everyone that “What is ideal is for you to pray as one community and as one family.” He encouraged Thomasians to go beyond routine attendance and let their devotion come sincerely from the heart.

He also reminded that each monthly devotion should be more than a requirement. “Every 8th of the month, you cannot take it as a duty or a requirement for attendance, but from your heart and mind,” he said, inspiring everyone to nurture a deeper and more personal connection with the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Fr. Kangleon further emphasized that the Thomasian family should continue praying for one another, sharing that God calls His people to unity in faith and compassion through collective prayer.

The mass concluded with the final blessing, followed by a special rite of anointing with holy oil for the healing of the sick, and the veneration of the image of La Purisima Concepcion, where devotees reverently touched the feet of the Blessed Mother as an act of love and devotion. 

10/08/25

Saint Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) actively participated in the Simultaneous Earthquake Drill conducted on October  15,  2025, at exactly 4:00  PM,  in  compliance with the  Memorandum Advisory issued by the Local Government of Sogod through the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MDRRMC). The drill was part of the municipality,s continuing effort to strengthen earthquake awareness and preparedness among schools, offices, and barangays.

The activity aimed to enhance the community,s readiness in responding to possible seismic events and to ensure that students, faculty, and staff are equipped with proper knowledge and safety measures during emergencies. Under the guidance of their advisers, participants attentively followed the drill,s procedures and safety protocols.

During the simulation, the siren signals were activated to  mark the start  of the exercise. Students and personnel performed the “Drop, Cover, and Hold” maneuver, stayed alert during the six-second interval, and later proceeded to the designated evacuation areas following the second alarm. The entire activity emphasized the importance of maintaining composure and discipline during an actual earthquake.

Through this initiative, STAC reaffirmed its commitment to promoting disaster preparedness and  safety  awareness  within  the  school  community.  The  event  also  supported  the   municipal government,s  advocacy  of  building  a  safe,  prepared,  and  disaster-resilient  Sogod,  ensuring  that educational institutions play an active role in community resilience. 

Saint Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) held the Wandering Minds Science Mobile Exhibit on October 22, 2025, a whole-day educational event that transformed the campus into a hub of science and discovery.

The activity, conducted in compliance with DepEd Region VIII Advisory No. 059, s. 2025, was part of the Space  Dome  Mobile  Planetarium  Experience  organized  by Wandering  Minds  PH.  The exhibit offered a range of engaging activities, including climate change education, planetarium and astronomy  sessions,  discussions  on  Mars  and  astronaut  life,  telescope   lectures,  and  artificial intelligence and  robotics demonstrations. A  bonus stargazing activity was also  included, weather permitting.

The event featured three main learning stations that allowed students to explore different areas of science. The first station, called the “Why Mars Station,” focused on planet Mars, astronaut life, satellites, meteorites, and other fascinating aspects of space exploration. The second station, known as the “Planet Dome” or Planetarium, offered an immersive learning experience highlighting the stars, Earth, astronomy, theory of evolution, realm of life, and the origins of life. The third station centered  on  climate  change,  artificial  intelligence  (AI),  and  robotics,  where  learners  witnessed innovative inventions and real demonstrations of AI and robotic technology.

Participants  of the  event  included  STAC  students from  elementary to  senior  high  school, together with their advisers, who actively engaged in each activity and station.

The  event  aimed  to  promote  scientific  literacy,  creativity,  and  curiosity  among  learners through hands-on, interactive experiences, supporting the Department of Education,s advocacy to

enhance science education while upholding the no-disruption-of-classes policy, as stipulated in DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2005, titled “Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-on-Task and Ensuring Compliance Therewith.” 

10/22/25

Last October 24, 2025, Saint Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) held a Learning Management System (LMS) Orientation to guide students in navigating the school,s online learning platform. The activity  aimed to familiarize  learners  with  the  system  in  preparation  for  possible  online  classes, especially during unforeseen circumstances such as earthquakes or flu outbreaks.

During the orientation, students were shown how to access the LMS using any web browser, register their accounts, and explore its main features. The platform includes various courses, subjects, and activities, and allows users to change passwords, upload profile pictures, and track their progress.

The school emphasized that the LMS can be accessed anytime as long as there is an internet connection,  providing  advance  updates  and   monitoring  students,  activities  through  Savvy,  the system,s tracker feature.

STAC announced that the LMS will be officially implemented in the second semester as an alternative to  using  Messenger, ensuring continuous  learning  even when face-to-face classes are disrupted. 

10/24/25