The Reflections

About The Reflections

The Reflections is the official school publication of Manila Cathedral School (MCS), committed to responsible journalism and student empowerment. Guided by its motto, "Mirroring the Truth, Going Beyond the Headlines," the publication serves as a dynamic platform where facts are verified, voices are heard, and stories are told with depth and integrity.

More than just reporting events, The Reflections captures the pulse of the MCS community — celebrating achievements, addressing relevant issues, and highlighting perspectives that matter. Through print and digital media, The Reflections reflects reality with honesty and courage, ensuring that every story goes beyond the surface and inspires informed, engaged, and socially aware MCSians.

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II. MCS Reflections Publications

Official school publications per school year

School Year 2022-2023

MCS Reflections - 2nd Issue - School Year 2022-2023

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School Year 2024-2025

MCS Reflections - Vol. 2 No. 1 - School Year 2024-2025

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School Year 2025-2026

MCS Reflections - School Year 2025-2026

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III. News & Events

MCS Reflections at the Division Schools Press Conference 2026

DSPC 2026 — Individual Category

MCS Reflections proudly bagged seven (7) spots in the DSPC 2026, marking a significant milestone for the school. This outstanding achievement reflects the unwavering dedication, discipline, and passion of the students, as well as the guidance and support of the school paper advisers, Mr. John Paolo Delos Santos and Ms. Madeline Audrie Tan. With pride and joy, they represented the Manila Cathedral School and showcased excellence, creativity, and journalistic skills on a larger stage. Their success brings honor to the entire MCS.

🏅 Ricshana Rose Valenzuela — 4th Place, News Writing
🏅 Neithan Paul Castro — 5th Place, Kartuning Pang-editoryal
🏅 Marvic Lyzen Pradez — 5th Place, Copyreading and Headline Writing
🏅 Lois Lhane Joaquin — 7th Place, Pagsulat ng Balita
🏅 Leah Shane Cruz — 9th Place, Pagwawasto at Pag-uulo ng Balita
🏅 Antares Kiru Compuesto — 9th Place, Editorial Cartooning
🏅 Archiel Jabeira Salandanan — 10th Place, Pagsulat ng Agham

Congratulations to all the participants on this well-deserved achievement—your hard work has truly paid off, and may you continue to inspire others to strive for excellence.

DSPC 2026 — Group Category

MCS Reflections once again shines in the Division Schools Press Conference 2026 in Collaborative Desktop Publishing (English and Filipino).

🏅 Sophia Suazo — 4th Place, Feature Page
🏅 Candice Janaile Valentino — 4th Place, Feature Page (Layout Artist)
🏅 Gian Lherie Yumang — 3rd Place, Pahina ng Lathalain
🏅 Zerah Kish Sulit — 3rd Place, Pahina ng Lathalain (Layout Artist)

Collaborative Desktop Publishing — English:
Antares Kiru Compuesto, Candice Janaile Valentino, Danna Lein Boma, Darylle Armani Tan, Diana Sofia Murillo, Mathieu Lyxander Salas, Sophia Suazo

Collaborative Desktop Publishing — Filipino:
Archiel Jabeira Salandanan, Gian Lherie Yumang, Jefferson Francisco, Lois Lhane Joaquin, Neithan Paul Castro, Princess Bernice Leones, Zerah Kish Sulit

Your hard work, creativity, and dedication to campus journalism truly paid off. Continue serving the truth. Continue inspiring through words.

DSPC 2026 — Newspaper Category

Pinatunayan ng bawat pahina ng Ang Pálos para sa DSPC School Paper Category, lalo na ang Pahina ng Balita (ika-15 na puwesto), Pahina ng Isports (ika-9 na puwesto), at Pahina ng Lathalain (ika-6 na puwesto) na ang pamamahayag ay hindi lamang tungkol sa pagbabalita, kundi sa paghahanap at pagsasalamin ng katotohanan.

Sa paninindigang "Mirroring the Truth and Going Beyond Headlines," patuloy nilang inilalampas ang sarili sa karaniwang headline upang maihatid ang mas malalim, mas makabuluhan, at mas tapat na mga kuwento para sa mambabasa.