BCT scribes adopt new constitution, renamed ‘The Spark Integrated Publication’
Led by editor-in-chief Stephane Anne Rabe, old and new members of the official student publication of Brokenshire College Toril (BCT) convened for their first meeting this school year introducing new structure, constitution and by-laws (CBL), incoming activities, and eventually adopting the new name ‘The Spark Integrated Publication’ last September 6, 2024.
Formerly The Spark Publication, the publication is now shifting to a three-branch structure consisting of “The Spark”, “Ang Siklàb” using English and Filipino mediums respectively, and the broadcasting department.
Subsequently, the moderators and editorial board members were introduced, outlining their roles and responsibilities.
The CBL of the publication was also discussed, detailing the membership requirements, “must-dos” as members, and the journalists’ rights to freedom of expression free from threats of expulsion or reprimanding for their works.
30 present members raised their hands in agreement with and approval of the new CBL effectively ratifying the charter for SY 2024–2025 and beyond.
Also during the meeting, the organization’s motto, “Write to Right”, was emphasized reflecting the publication’s dedication to journalistic integrity, and providing accurate and timely information to the student body.
Expectations were also set for emerging journalists, including versatility in their fields, deployments to external coverages, training sessions, income-generating activities, press conference participation, and team-building activities.
The Spark moderator, Sir Al Francis Verbal joined the meeting to congratulate both new and remnant members and discussed the upcoming plans for a three-day training camp aiming to further develop the skill sets of the members.
The following names were introduced as the new set of Moderators and members of the Editorial Board:
Moderators:
Sir Al Francis Verbal (The Spark)
Ms. Jennifer Sia (Ang Siklàb)
Regine C.Belgira (Broadcasting Department)
Editor-in-chief:
Stephanie Anne C. Rabe
Associate Editor:
Leslie Kate Cacar
Circulation Manager:
Yuri Xavier Lozada
Managing Editor:
Princess Shanika Estallo
Head Editors:
Maria Alia Beatrice C. Capenda (The Spark)
Kurt Rusell Madera (Ang Siklàb)
Head Producer:
Andrea Mariellese C. Villafuerte
News Editors:
Jan Seanne Phillip Galos (The Spark)
Princess Dianne Kate Trinidad(Ang Siklàb)
Feature Editors:
Geneva Yu (The Spark)
Jilliane Ayessa Palua (Ang Siklàb)
Sports Editors:
Mekaela Abadia (The Spark)
Rhegner Alimiento (Ang Siklàb)
Art Directors:
Jonalyn Marie Lupas (The Spark)
Kiel Martin Alonsabe (Ang Siklàb)
Layout Editors:
Nicole Bridget Sarmiento (The Spark)
Yuri Andrei Languido (Ang Siklàb)
Chief Photographers:
Jamia Rose Grafia (The Spark)
Jakka Siah Lozada (Ang Siklàb)