Salamisim '78
Saint Joseph's School Batch 1977-1978

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SJS '78 SILVER JUBILEE REUNION

Minutes of 6 Dec 2003 Meeting at 3rd floor SJS VocTech Building

Present were: Ramses Carbunco, Lito Austria, Judel Lapid, Rolando Garcia, Raul Carpio, Jim Alejandro, Ed Piano, Roel Dabu, Connie Yabut, Angelita Sallutan, Rodel Jimenez, Ronald Pansacula, Lyn Tacuyan, Rosalinda Briones, Malou Maraya, Lourdes Bagsic, Mady Villegas, Norneta Rico, Charlie Tan, Lito Lee, Roger Magbutay and Tess Rementilla

• Minutes of 29 Nov 2003 meeting was approved as read.

• Venue for the first day event was once again deliberated due to concerns related to cost, privacy, safety and the fact that there are better offers received during the past week.  Private beaches of Guerrero and Viacrusis are now being seriously considered.

• The use of Subic Dream Garden for the second day affair was unanimously approved.

• P2,000.00 budget for Sound System which include a videoke was approved, care of Raul Carpio

• P7,000.00 budget for decoration and site preparation was approved. Care of Jim Alejandro.  This includes provision of a stage, backdrop design with panel boards, satin flags, fiesta banderettas, welcome streamers both inside and outside of venue, directional signages, flower arrangements both for Mass Offering & at the Altar, name tags for participants, styrofor design for silver jubilee cake and  ballons on stage-cottages-trees-vehicles(motorcade)

• Free t-shirt printing and SJS '78 souvenir flaglets will be provided by Jim as token for fellow alumni 

• Charlie Tan volunteered to provide 30 tables and 100 chairs. The truck of  Rey & Lourdes will be used to haul tables/chairs on Dec 26, 2003

• Food and refreshment:  Since straight catering turned out to be very expensive (P300.00 per person at limited pa pagkain), the body decided to return to original plan which is MODIFIED POTLUCK.  Meaning there will be food prepared but participants who will be bringing guests (like family members) are required to bring extra food; actually, we are all encouraged to bring extra food (yong specialty nyong luto o kaya yong paborito nyong pagkain). Like Lito & Noel Lee na magdadala ng pansit ("eat-all-you-can" daw), Si Eliseo dalawang bilaong pansit malabon pang-meryenda, syempre si Beth bahala sa lechon at si Jerry ang sagot sa isda.  Lahat ng magdadala ng alcoholic beverages, ang payo ni Art, siguruhing magdala ng sobra para pag may makulit na . . . painomin pa lalo para makatulog na.

• P15,000.00 was set aside for catering, care-of Lourdes (this includes food and table preparation and distribution kasama na mga plato at utensils). 

• Menu:  Lechon, inihaw na isda, sweet n sour lapu-lapu, kilawen tanigue, pakbet, sashimi, pork bbq, chicken bbq, hotdogs, fruits of season, cake and overflowing ice tea.  Connie Yabut is in charge of BBQs and fruits; the rest will be taken cared of by Lourdes (dami abono ni Rey)

• Ayon! Mukhang wala nang makapipigil sa reunion natin!

• After our meeting sa VocTec bldg, lumipat kami sa high school library where we met with Ma'm Ridon, Among other things, our planned donation for the school was discussed.  We were informed that our school will be named Saint Joseph's College starting next year, because of the school's expansion and the need for the new college to be accredited by Commission on Higher Education, many equipment, specially from H.E. were transferred to the college building. In this regard, Mrs. Ridon was suggesting that we donate any of the following:  a 9 cu.ft. refrigerator, a cooking range, or an oven.

• One more thing, Mrs. Ridon will retire in 2005.  SJS Alumni, specially starting from batch 1977 when she became the principal to 2003, are planning to hold an alumni homecoming celebration to coincide with her retirement celebration.  This is just an advance info for alumnus now overseas who may wish to join the celebration to make advance vacation planning.

Minutes of 29 Nov 2003 Meeting at 2nd floor SJS VocTech Building, Olongapo City

Present were: Tess Rementilla, Raul Carpio, Rolando Garcia, Jim Alejandro, Arthur Marcial, Bob Campano, Bernie Limin, Judel Lapid, Rodel Jimenez, Jerry Sumbad, Mady Villegas, Malou Maraya, Allan Regala, Lito Lee, Roel Dabu, Rey Bautista, Mike deGuzman, Roger Magbutay, Ed Piano

• Copy of  22 Nov 2003 Minutes of Meeting were distributed, reviewed and approved.

• Each Committee Chairman gave detailed plan for body's approval.

• Jim and Raul had their plan for venue preparation and sound system approved.

• Arthur, Bob and Malou initially suggested a stand-by ambulance but the body thought this would not be required since we have lots of stand-by vehicle in case of emergency. A first-aid kit will be ready just in case.

• No cost was pegged on the exchange gift, it was suggested however that gifts for kids and adults be separated.

• Allan discussed the different options regarding food/drinks preparation and distribution. It was decided to acquire a food catering service so that everybody would enjoy the event and nobody tied to whole day tasks (at baka maging killjoy). Menu and official food caterer will be decided next meeting after extensive canvass.

• Jerry Sumbad volunteered to take care of all Seafoods Requirements.

• Those who wish to avail of alcoholic beverages may either buy it on site or bring their own.

• Everyone is reminded that the P500 fee should be paid by next meeting 

• With no other matter to discuss, meeting adjourns at 12pm.

Minutes of 22 Nov 2003 Meeting at 2nd floor SJS VocTech Building, Olongapo City

Present were: Raul Carpio, Rolando Garcia, David Edejer, Malou Maraya, Arthur Marcial, Allan Regala, Tess Remintilla, Roger Magbutay, Nuelina Quindoy, Jim Alejandro and Ed Piano

• Minutes of 15 Nov 2003 meeting was approved with some minor revision.

• List of members of SJS batch '78 was further updated. 

• The group deliberated if the 2nd day affair (December 28, 2003 supposedly formal reunion) is going to push through. It was agreed that the second day will be an exclusive member only activity. The plan, confirmed attendees, and venue for 2nd day affair is not for public consumption.

• Final tasking/assignments were established as follows:

  • Physical Arrangement (Directional Signs, Sound System, Stage, Cottages, Fiesta Flags): Raul Carpio, Jim Alejandro, Roger Magbutay, David Edejer, Ronald Pansacula, Roland Reyes, Ric Alcantara, Jaime Gabriel, Pet Arcangel, Alex Espinosa, Lisa Ibarrientos, Carmen Mina

  • Food and Drinks:  Allan Regala, Tess Rementilla, Lourdes Bagsic, Connie Yabut, Lyn Tacuyan, Rodel Jiminez, Lina Quindoy 

  • Souvenir Items (CD, T-shirts, cups, flaglets, ID):  Ed Piano, Jim Alejandro, Leyla Ejada, Roger Magbutay (shipping) 

  • Security and Safety (Marshals and Lifeguards):  Arthur Marcial, Mike de Guzman, Malou Maraya, Bobby Campano

  • Exchange Gift (Anakiz & Klasmeyts):  Edith Pili, Hermie Emiterio, Vilma Ramirez, Maddie Villegas

  • Public Relations / Information Communication (Including Administrative Functions):  Rey Maravilla, Ed Piano, Raul Carpio, Tess Rementilla, Judel Lapid, Nap Alalay, Jr, Connie Yabut (Treasurer)

  • Program, Games, Awards:  Roel Dabu(Emcee), Eliseo Manares, Beth Ebilane, Jo Beltran, Jo Romero, Lito Lee, Marvy Lomitao

  • Overseas Planning and Possible Internet Link:  Connie Leyva, Recy Pasco, Bal Wong, Arnold & Lye 

• Each group is expected to present their plan on the next meeting for the body's approval.

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Following transpired during the 15 Nov 2003 meeting at VocTech Bldg.

Present were: Rey & Lourdes Maravilla, Ed Piano, Mam Mel Tulio, Tess Rementilla, Lyn Tacuyan, Malou Maraya, Lito Lee, Roel Dabu, Raul Carpio, Jim Alejandro, Rodel Jimenez and Ronald Pansacula. (see picture above)

The list was updated, click below to view summary of latest update: Graduates of SJS'78 (Need Password)

• Out of 348 members of SJS batch '78, 8 already joined our Creator.  We have been receiving report that David Altares also left us but after visiting their place for verification, it was his father who recently died and not Bokteng who is David Atltares, Jr.  Si Bokteng ay nasa California ngayon at buhay na buhay! 

• Out of 97 who were informed (either thru invitational postcards, personal visit or phone call) of the upcoming reunion, 79 confirmed to attend. 

• 77 are presently overseas (some for good while others on a temporary basis) 

Information drive materials prepared by Jim Alejandro were distributed to facilitate ease of info dissemination;

The body approved to allocate P1,300.00 to buy materials for additional streamers, flaglets and textile paint for t-shirt printing.  Raul Carpio's group took charge of posting the materials at conspicuous locations.

Assistant Treasurer Lyn Tacuyan reported that to date, the total collection is ten thousand five hundred pesos (P10,500.00)

There's a minor change in schedule, we'll start earlier since Saturday Mass will start at 6:00am.   

Salamat kina Rey at Lourdes sa pananghaliang "eat-all-you-can" sa Subic Bay Yatch Club (Sarap talaga mag-miting!)

Minutes of November 8, 2003 meeting at Oceanview beach resort

 ·        Minutes of 30 October 2003 meeting was approved as read.

·        The group went over the list of SJS ’78 graduates, shared information on whereabouts of SJS’78 (see updated list), agreed to intensify information dissemination and persuade classmates to attend.Graduates of SJS'78 (Need Password)

·        It was agreed that a fee of five hundred pesos (P500.00) would be collected from each member of SJS’78. Those who are blessed and can afford to give extra money are encouraged to give more (cash or in kind)

·        As of this time, SJS'78 Reunion Fund, cash on hand is eight thousand five hundred pesos (P8,500.00)

·        Connie Yabut is the designated treasurer.

·        Funds will be deposited in a bank with Connie Yabut, Edwin Piano and Rey Maravilla as signatories.

·        We are looking for sponsors for door prizes, fun game giveaways, and special awards.

·        Those who are overseas that are bighearted and generous enough to extend support to ensure success of SJS batch ‘78 reunion are very much welcome, you can send your assistance to a Bank Account we will furnish later.  Ngayon pa lang po ay nagpapasalamat na ang buong SJS batch ’78 sa inyong pakikiisa.

Pictures taken during the 8 November 2003 meeting.

·        With 54 confirmed attendees to date, we decided to make reservation for the venue.

·        Below is layout of area reserved for Batch’78 Class Reunion.  This area is nearest the palm tree shaded parking area, shoreline, water fun equipments  and shower rooms.

·        We are requested to bring extra mono block chairs, tables and beach umbrella to ensure that everyone is comfortable.

Under Continuous Updating:  list of SJS School Year 1977-1978 Graduates with marking on those who have confirmed to attend the 25th year reunionGraduates of SJS'78 (Need Password)

MINUTES OF 30 OCTOBER MEETING:

• The group unanimously approved the venue for informal reunion, the next meeting on 8 November 2003 will be held at Ocean View Beach Resort.  Physical arrangement, backdrop design and other preparation requirements can be best addressed with on-site planning meeting. All are invited to be in the planning meeting, Raul suggested to bring along a few cases of beer at mag-iihaw tayo ng barelyete. (Mukhang balak paagahin ang reunion!)

• T-shirt design was also approved, two designs was created by Jim, both the front and back of t-shirt will have SJS batch '78 design, back side has the caption "turned 25" Printing is free of charge, bring as many white t-shirt as you can or you can have one brand new with print (any size) for P100. It was agreed that as much as possible, everyone will be wearing the same t-shirt design specially during the beach family day on the 27th of December. Names will be printed as requested.

• Reunion streamers will be placed in two major cemetery during the Fiestang Patay, its expected that many classmates will be in those places during the celebration thus its the best place to disseminate information.
• Raul Carpio volunteered to take care of the sound system for the informal affair, he is requesting though that we bring CDs and tapes (80s tune), a videoke will also be available!
• Games, food and drinks management will be assigned to our lady classmates (no takers yet)
• 2nd honorary member of Batch '78 was adopted during the meeting, Warren Nunez studied in SJS since elementary up to 3rd year high school (see picture above), he now resides in France.
• The group wishes to extend appreciation for the financial assistance from Carol Leyva. 1000pesos will be utilized in t-shirt printing, additional expenses for billboards, streamers and flyers.
• Carol Leyva-Stickles' mom, Mrs Connie Gregorio-Leyva is the incoming President of San Diego CA Olongapo Association, she will be inducted next month, SJS Alumni Association and SJS Batch '78 will be sending a whole page congratulatory remarks in its souvenir program. 
• We have not formally contacted Pete Basillo, anyone in the US mainland who happen to read this, please inform Pete (707) 647-0938. Its vital that we open up communication with classmates in your area.
• TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FOR DECEMBER 27

• Final Venue, program and arrangements for December 28 formal affair has not been finalized to date. 

Anyone who has suggestion, please feel free to Post a Message

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Planning meetings for our reunion on December 27 and 28, 2003 were held 16 September 2003 and 18 October 2003 at Olongapo City Council Session Hall and SJS Voc-Tech Building respectively.

Designated class coordinators are:

Everyone who wish to volunteer, share time and possibly resources to ensure success of OUR reunion is very much welcome! The following have already signified their intention: Lourdes Bagsic, Josephine Beltran, Edith Pili, Pet Arcagel, Marilou Maraya, Madie Villegas, Vilma Ramirez (0916-206-8313), Eliseo Manares (0919-338-9790), Arthur Marcial (0920-788-2653), Rey Bautista (0919-828-0931), Michael de Guzman (0920-428-3377), and we are sincerely hoping that you too . . would join us (parang awa nyo na, tulongan nyo kami!) Our advisers are Mrs. Encarnacion Ridon (222-5486), Mrs. Salome Interino (223-5368), Mr. Deo Amog (0918-936-7733) and Mrs Mel Tulio-Lampazo (224-9413 or 0917-271-2728)                                                                                                                Back to TOP

We were warmly welcomed by Mrs. Serafica when we visited the principal's office (nasa St. Jude Hospital daw si Mrs. Ridon dahil kailangan ng pahinga), Madam Mel who is now in-charge of SJS Voc-Tech gladly offered a meeting venue for reunion planning, we had chance to chat with Ms Ravago and Mr Segundo na hindi na yata tumanda kaya tinanong namin kung ano sekreto nya, "Pag walang masyadong perang binibilang, di tumatanda!" he jokingly said.

Tentative Activities:

An informal reunion/family day at Ocean View Beach Resort or Officers Beach at Subic Bay Freeport on December 27 (Saturday).  Pot luck (modified), fun and games, whole day reminiscing.  Proponents Rey and Allan will coordinate with beaches mentioned and make final presentation on the next meeting where the body will decide the venue for our informal reunion.

Initial tasking:

Rey Maravilla will contact Ocean View to reserve the venue for informal gathering.  Together with Ed Piano, they will utilize modern communication means such as e-mail and Internet to contact members of SJS Batch 78 now residing overseas.

Jim Alejandro being a professional event planner and designer volunteered his services to take care of stage backdrop, decorations and physical arrangement of the venues.

Ed will initially act as reunion secretariat (he can be reached at 2^nd Floor, City Hall, Olongapo City, telephone number 222-2661 & 222-5401). Ed will be handling the promotion and information drive thru streamers placed in SJS, Subic Main Gate, and other strategic locations.  Will also be coordinating with local Parishes, Radio Stations and Cable TV operators to announce the upcoming event.

Judel Lapid will personally visit classmates around the city to determine their present whereabouts and get contact information such as telephone/cell phone numbers and email addresses.

Si Connie ang designated treasurer.

Si Allan Regala parang si Fernando Poe Jr bumunot, nang sabihin ni Jim na kailangan ng P250 para pangbili ng materials sa gagawing dalawang sheetmetal na billboards, nagbigay agad ng P500. 

Ed took charge of making four pieces streamers and together with Jim, will print the announcement on 40pcs cartolina. Raul volunteered to drive for Jim sa paghakot at installation ng billboards.

It was agreed that the group will regularly meet every Saturday 10am at SJS Voc-Tech Bldg. (Pass the word pls) Sa mga may access sa internet, paki advise lang, http://subicbay.ph/sjs.html to go to our website (eto na yon!)

What do I know, where are our classmates:  Isaac Soria is in Switzerland, Mila in Australia, Pete Basilio Carol Leyva Ernie Bals Alma Lay Cecile Diana Recy Romeo Jacqueline Alex Alviz Virgie Balilo Agnes Asuncion are all in US (I'm sure the list is longer so click that button), Dante Salonga Tong Estrella Arnold Palomo Rodel Geronimo Rey Tisuela are with US Navy,  click the button below to add what you know (pwera chikka, pero dont worry due to insistent demand, maglalagay tayo, he he he). If you have pictures you wish to share, paki attach lang sa eMail: edpiano@yahoo.com

Mga nandito lang sa 'Pinas (ang kunat kasi magbigay ng visa sa embassy! o talagang mahal na mahal lang namin ang Pilipinas!): Ako, sina Rey, Raul, Beth, Josie, Jim, Allan, Dennis Luansing, Totie Sambrano, Rod Palamos, Rodel, Judel, Connie, Babes Choco, Linda Lim, Agnes Santos most of the time in Angeles, Raul Mina in Bagiuo, Ric Alcantara, Pet Arcangel, Roel Dabu, Deo David, Romeo Campano, Rey Fajota, Dick Puno, Bilog, Lito at Noel Lee, Arthur (tawag nya sa akin ping); eto malapit na raw lumipad sa tate' kaya walang magsusumbong sa INS si Michael de Guzman, he he he.

Si Jerry Sumbad nga pala ay napagkaisahang gawing honorary member ng batch '78, classmate natin siya from 1st year to 4th year high school, di lang naka join sa graduation.

Under Continuous Updating:  list of SJS School Year 1977-1978 Graduates with marking on those who have participated in the 25th year reunion  Graduates of SJS'78 (Need Password)

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