HNU, Mayuga NHS rule first Tagbilaran Christmas Drum and Lyre Competition
Holy Name University and Mayuga National High School emerged as the top winners when Tagbilaran City successfully staged its first-ever Christmas Drum and Lyre Competition held on December 14, 2025 at the City Hall grounds.
Holy Name University clinched the championship in Category A, while Mayuga National High School of Guindulman dominated Category B, besting other participating schools from Tagbilaran City and neighboring municipalities.
The historic competition was organized by the City Government of Tagbilaran as part of its annual Christmas festivities.
In Category A, Dr. Cecilio Putong National High School placed second, followed by Manga National High School in third place.
For Category B, Oy National High School of Loboc secured second place, while Fermin Tayabas National High School of Calape finished third.
Individual excellence was likewise recognized through special awards.
In Category A, Christine Ivy Caparas of Holy Name University was named Best Band Leader, while Jenin Genosa, also from Holy Name University, received the Best Band Majorette award.
In Category B, Charles James Oracion of Oy National High School was honored as Best Band Leader, and Rhiane Candog, likewise from Oy National High School, was awarded Best Band Majorette.
Mayor Jane Yap congratulated the winners and all participating schools, noting that the competition reflects the city’s commitment to nurturing the talents and discipline of the youth.
Former City Mayor and now First District Representative Congressman John Geesnell “Baba” Yap commended the students, trainers, and school administrators for their dedication and hard work, emphasizing that youth-centered activities play a crucial role in building a progressive and culturally vibrant city.
Citing the overwhelming support witnessed during the event, he noted that this competition marks only the beginning, as the Drum and Lyre Competition is set to be staged annually.
Vice Mayor Adam Relson Jala and City Administrator Alvin Acuzar also delivered inspiring messages, expressing their support for initiatives that promote youth development and cultural excellence.
City officials likewise expressed their appreciation to all participating schools, parents, and supporters, as well as to the organizing committee led by its Chairperson, City Budget Officer Marysol Perocho, for making the city’s first Christmas Drum and Lyre Competition a resounding success.
Energy and grace on full display as Champion majorettes of Mayuga National High School, Guindulman, Bohol, light up the stage at Tagbilaran City’s inaugural Christmas Drum and Lyre Competition on Dec 14, 2025. (Contributed photo)
Showing the true spirit of Christmas, Tagbilaran City employees bring joy to daycare kids in need
Employees of the City Government of Tagbilaran set aside their usual office Christmas parties and instead carried out a simultaneous Christmas outreach activity for daycare pupils across the city on December 19, 2025, in a unified show of compassion and public service.
The initiative, announced by Mayor Jane Yap in November, was undertaken in response to the series of typhoons that caused widespread damage and hardship in several neighboring provinces.
The Mayor emphasized the importance of redirecting traditional celebrations toward meaningful acts of service, particularly for vulnerable sectors such as children.
Mayor Yap said the outreach reflected the true spirit of Christmas, noting that while the season is a time for joy and celebration, it is also a time to extend help to those in need.
She underscored that the activity aimed to bring comfort and happiness to daycare pupils who may have been affected by the recent calamities.
During the simultaneous outreach, city government employees were deployed to their assigned daycare centers throughout Tagbilaran City, where they facilitated simple games and activities, and distributed gifts and food packs to the children.
Through this collective effort, the City Government of Tagbilaran was able to spread holiday cheer while making a meaningful impact on the lives of its youngest constituents.
In the spirit of spreading joy and kindness to the little ones, City Administrator Alvin Luis Acuzar (4th from left, 2nd row) and the Office of the City Administration team join the City Government of Tagbilaran’s Christmas outreach at Taloto Basak Daycare Center, making the season brighter for these kiddos! (Contributed photo)