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20/08/2026

🔥 14 DAYS TO GO! 🔥

The countdown is officially ON! ⏳🏆

Only 14 DAYS until the BNHS Intramural Meet 2026! Get ready for days filled with competition, camaraderie, school spirit, and unforgettable moments. 💪🏅

The field is waiting. The teams are preparing. The energy is building. ⚡

🏆 14 DAYS. ONE GOAL. ONE BNHS.
Are you ready to PLAY. COMPETE. CONQUER.?

Let the countdown begin! 🔥

19/08/2026

🔥 THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS! 🔥

The wait is almost over! 🏆💪 Get ready to witness the BNHS Intramural Meet 2026—where passion meets competition, talents shine, and school spirit comes alive! 🏃‍♀️🏀🏸⚽🏅

⏳ The countdown officially starts NOW!
Prepare to cheer. Prepare to compete. Prepare to make memories.

🎬 Video Intro: Julienne Izabel B. Garcia
🚁 Drone Shots: Jeremiah Ramos

17/08/2026

1st Provincial Debate Competition 2026:
Debate teams honored for bringing home pride
By Anthony P. Remandaban

Making history in the 1st Provincial Debate Competition 2026 held yesterday at Raayat Hall, Sta. Clara, Lamitan City, Basilan National High School (BNHS) honored its victors today after bringing home the bacon as champion and 1st runner-up, respectively.

The teams were awarded certificates, and the champion received an additional P5,000 on top of the P10,000 given by the provincial government.

Dr. Arnel B. Hajan shared how proud he was to witness not one but two teams from BNHS qualify for the final rounds, crediting the success to the years of dedication from all teachers and students as they strive for excellence.

Photos by BNHS Production Team

17/08/2026

LOOK: Two sections receive 43-inch televisions today, Aug. 17, as part of the “Kaalaman Mo, SCREEN Ko” Program during the Monday flag ceremony.

Grade 11-Democrito and Grade 11-Martin sections were awarded the TVs for their commendable efforts and practices worth emulating.

The awarding was spearheaded by no less than BNHS Concurrent Principal Dr. Arnel B. Hajan, who expressed optimism that other classes will also extend their efforts and initiatives as the school gears toward fostering a culture of excellence and active participation among learners.

Words and Photos by Anthony P. Remandaban

17/08/2026

Bring true spirit of bayanihan to our classrooms, school — Dr. Hajan
By Anthony P. Remandaban

Gratitude and pride.

These are what fill the heart of Concurrent Principal Dr. Arnel B. Hajan as he shared his message this morning during the Monday flag-raising ceremony, today, Aug. 17.

He also urged the BNHS community to “bring the true spirit of bayanihan to our classrooms and schools” while lifting each other up, extending help to those who are struggling, and giving our best effort in everything we do.

Acknowledging the importance of consistent efforts, Dr. Hajan went on to share how this can have an impact beyond the present.

“Our small acts of kindness and dedication today build the future of our nation tomorrow,” he shared.

The Grade 12-Scientist class under Ms. Jocelyn Camacho led this morning’s flag-raising ceremony.

Photos by BNHS Production Team

16/08/2026

BNHS rules prov’l debate tilt, secures championship, 1st-runner up titles
By Anthony P. Remandaban

BNHS vs BNHS in the debate championship round. The champion? BNHS.

This was the setup during the final round of the debate competition held today, Aug. 16, at Raayat Hall, Basilan Government Center, Sta. Clara, Lamitan City, which was participated by 20 teams across Basilan province, where two teams of Basilan National High School (BNHS) pocketed the championship and 1st runner-up titles.

After a series of rounds, BNHS Team A, composed of Alshahir Mammah, Sharif Manzar-I B. Tahajid, Areefa B. Canalon, and Adjudicator Fatima Aifa Hassan with an undefeated campaign, emerged as champion, while BNHS Team B, composed of Nurhadi A. Muhajir, Alsameer M. Ummar, Nurmina I. Aklul, and Adjudicator Ahmadullah A. Atara, landed 1st-runner up. They were coached by Ms. Marniville O. Tabada (Team A) and Mrs. Angela Corazon L. Ledda (Team 😎 who are not new anymore in the debate competetions, along with the Team Manager, Ms. Fherziya Quiliban.

Furthermore, Nurmina Aklul was also recognized as the Best Speaker for the final round.

First of its kind, the Provincial Debate Competition was an effort of the Provincial Government of Basilan to train participants to be critical thinkers, as well as raise awareness of the current issues confronting society today.

Throughout the competition, Concurrent Principal Dr. Arnel B. Hajan was in attendance, feeling the mixed emotions especially witnessing the final round where the two teams from the school exchanged their rebuttals.

“Alhamdulillah! My heart overflows with profound joy, deep gratitude, and immense pride as I look at what you have accomplished today. To see both of our teams stand on the highest peak of the 1st Provincial Debate Competition is a historic milestone that will forever inspire the Basilan National High School community,” Dr. Hajan said.

The administration is scheduled to formally recognize this most recent achievement of the school tomorrow during the Monday’s flag-raising rite, with Concurrent Principal Dr. Arnel B. Hajan attributing the success to the dedicated participants and coaches, along with their supportive parents.

Photos by Dr. Arnel B. Hajan

16/08/2026