𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝟳 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟴 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗲

A race of knowledge, skill, and teamwork unfolded at Nuestra Señora de Aranzazu Parochial School as Grade 7 and 8 students faced the challenges of the Aranzan Amazing Race on September 8, 2026, putting their abilities to the test across a series of different and exciting stations of various learning areas. The race featured stations representing different subject areas, including ICT, TLE, Mathematics, English, Science, and Christian Living Education (CLE). At every stop, participants encountered challenges that required them to recall lessons, solve problems, and think quickly before moving forward. Students used their different skills throughout the race by answering questions, sharing ideas, and solving problems. Each section was represented by a team of ten members who worked together to complete challenges, and move forward in the competition. More than a test of knowledge and speed, the Aranzan Amazing Race became an opportunity for students to put their lessons into action. Through teamwork, support, and the sharing of their strengths, the Grade 7 and 8 Aranzans embodied the spirit of stewardship—using their gifts not only for themselves, but also in the service of others. As the Amazing Race came to an end, the Grade 7 and 8 students left with more than memories of the competition. The activity gave them a chance to experience learning in a different way, showing that lessons can also be discovered through participation, cooperation, and facing challenges together. 📸: Sir Ernest Jan Llamas (Aranzes Journal Moderator) ✍️: Joellah Anne Amoyo (9C)