Class History

There are important things learned by the people in studying history. History, as defined, is the record of past events, usually with an interpretation of their cause and assessment of their importance. One of those important things is to reminisce the others batches that had already gone before us, our moment of joy and sorrow.

As we look back, almost four years ago in June 9, 1997 to be exact, it was the first time to step in the portals of this institution. We were divided into four sections, the Molave, Narra, Yakal, and Taguile, which were handled by Mrs. Evelyn C. Fabros, Mrs. Nilda D. Parujinog, Ms. Zarina Aludia B. Dacua, and Mrs. Rosalinda N. Balala, respectively. As freshmen, of course, we were all behave and hesitant to somebody at first, but later on we already tried to mingled with those new to us. In this year, we already showed our talents and abilities not only in our academic subjects but also in the field of singing and dancing. Actually we gained praises and appreciation not only from our fellow students but also from our teacher during convocation.

It was in this year when the celebration of S.I. Golden Anniversary was highlighted. We joined several musical and literary contest and also in ball games. Being neophytes, we didn't garner the first place instead we were at the bottom, but at least we showed and did our best. The municipality of Lebak also celebrated its 50th Foundation Anniversary and of course S.I. participated in the said celebration. With regards to our subjects some found it strenuous but some just have taken easy.

In the following year, we were sectioned into three, the Ipil under the supervisory of Mrs. Agnes B. Asentista, Dungon was given to Mrs. Leonida N. Lutria, and Mrs. Nilda Parujinog took Tindalo. Salaman Institute hosted a triangular meet in which all athletes from three districts met and competed for the championship. And proud to say that one of those batches came from our batch. The 51st Foundation Anniversary was also celebrated in this year. At this moment however we made only little adjustments unlike during our first year that we needed full adjustment. We found it also easier from us to deal with our subjects.

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