RMCHS Batch '70

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ANG MABABAW KONG KALIGAYAHAN REUEL MOLINA AGUILA (Batch 1970) --------------------------------------------- Ako lang ang naka-short pants nang unang linggong iyon; 1966, first year sa isang tinawag na high school na nangungupahan sa isang mahabang apartment sa gilid ng lumang Quezon City Hall, harapan ng Nepa-Q-Mart. Binata na ako, sabi ko sa aking mga magulang. At, ang binata, hindi nagso-short pants. At, nagsusuot ng brief. Binata na ako, kayat lihim kong inaahit ang itaas ng aking nguso. May bigote dapat ang binata. Pati ang patilya ko, inaahit ko. May sideburns dapat ang binata. Gupit binata ang binata. Ngunit ni balahibong pusa ay walang tumutubo sa alin mang bahagi ng aking katawan, noon. Sadyang hanggang taas lang ng tenga ang inaabot ng aking buhok. At, pilit ginagawang crew-cut ng aking ama ang aking sobrang lambot, tuwid na tuwid at pinong pinong buhok. Mabuti na lang at may Tancho Tique. Kayat pilit napatayo ang aking buhok na palagian ding kinakantsawan na land

The Batch of 1970 It was a troubled period in an era of transformation. Seniors of RMCHS 1970 were moving into a situation where decisions affecting their future were being made by leaders they had not fully known, whose orientations they have not fully grasped, and whose intentions they were not fully aware of. At an age just above childhood, these seniors were compelled to become adults by the conditions they were faced with; and the choices they made in their sincere desire for change brought them in different directions. Forty years hence, they congregate to celebrate their youth – the one element in their lives that was abruptly ended by the turbulent decade that followed the end of their High School days. Having lived with their choices and their respective paths towards the change they sought to contribute, they now seek fellowship and acceptance of one another. For despite their different and/or opposite routes, they know that each of them remains connected to an endearing

BATCH ’70  RISING: on its 40th Year Anniversary ! By: Lorna P. Callanta This year is Batch ‘70’s 40th year anniversary.  Mabuhay batchmates! Had it  not for our Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School Alumni Association (RMCHAAI) Inc., we would not have realized it, especially when I came in to the RMCHSAAI Board during last year’s election.   Unlike other senior batches, we are still in our formative stage, but for sure,we are  rising  in progress of fulfilling our batch organization goals. I remember very well, we were only two sometimes three the most from our batch who regularly attended the annual RMCHSAAI grand alumni homecoming since it started in l999.  Admittedly, I had not attempted communicating with my highs chool schoolmates, more so when I heard that most of them settled in the United States and other countries. But in last year’s RMCHAAI grand alumni homecoming, about eight of us made it: Remedios Gabriel, Lorie Lunas, Veronica Berona, Gudelia Sabasa, Cora Palomar, Dorr

A warm welcome to a new found classmate.  In the US where she'd  been based since 1978,  Evelyn is now known as Boots.   She is  happy to "finally find and connect  to high schoolmates online". saying further,  "thanks to Merci Paredes", (the current RMCHSAAI President), she was able to hook up once more with Batch '70. Here's what she said in her email. "Yey, yes this is a start of my Cl '70 RMCHS high school connection and hope yours and the rest too .  I will share w/ Rizalina nee Rabanera Escobar who I have contact about this.  She's in San Diego.  I used to have contact with Lorna Tagorda when she was in Hawaii, not sure if she returned to Manila. A pic taken I think during recent balikbayan trip to Pinas I do have contact with the Vers (Gen. Rick and wife Eva Orlino).  I always tried to get in touch w/ Bebs when I visit.  Most of the time, February time frame to coincide with the PMA foundation/homecoming which my hus

He is classmate to Manuel Cataluna, Lex Parayno, Sam Movido and more. There's not really much that can be gathered from Johnson's fb profile except that he went to Mapua Institute of Technology for college. Two of his fb profile pics show that it looks like he's had a working stint abroad and the third photo with his wife, I assume. To give you an idea here are those pictures. I hope Johnson reads this post and updates us. And if he is currently based in the Philippines, he can still join our Grand Alumni Homecoming on December 4, 2010 at the RMCHS Campus. Looks like a picture  with wife Doesn't that look like a working photo taken abroad?

Cora remains positive about life. She is happy taking care of her dogs and her numerous cats. Taking them in from the streets;  feeding, bathing and nurturing her pets like they were her own children. With an ever kind heart, Cora is always eager to help, volunteering  her services to whoever needs them. Happy to assist. In fact,  she volunteered to come early to the Grand Alumni Homecoming  to assist whichever way she can. Cora enjoying a laugh with batchmates Most fitting to say,  Thanks Cora for your gracious personality!

She didn't change much. She was startled when I approached her during our Nov 13 Batch Meeting. "Eufrocina!", I said. "We were classmates in first year or second year!" And she just smiled that impish smile. The truth is, it was easy to recognize her, remaining almost the same as the last time I saw her 40 years or so ago. Welcome to the batch. (4th from the left)  Eufrocina seems to be having a great time with the group

Linda brandish effervescence. She wakes everyone from stupor with her echoing voice that invites attention. She evokes a caring attitude and can be very protective of her friends. She is assiduous to a fault, grinding tasks that needs to be done, effortlessly - mark of a truly dependable friend. That is our Linda. Sharing laughter and wacky poses with batchmates capturing Linda in a relaxed pose

Rosie seems to be the quiet type, motherly, caring and kind. Her high school chums, Jay Espina from California, Chelit, Cecille and Meds (all based in the Philippines, had a blast, enjoying each other's company once more; reminiscing the good old days and looking forward to fun and laughter during the forthcoming grand alumni homecoming.

Chelit is by nature a happy person. Something you will easily recognize when you meet her. With an open smiling face, her classmates say she hasn't aged a bit. Blame it on her pleasant disposition - surely attracting nothing but good vibes. Chelit looking and feeling happy with high school friends Standing: Here with Jay Espina, fresh from the USA with  Ma'm Cecille Cabuhat and sitting from left:  Meds Gabriel and Rosie Bernardo 

From photos in her fb profile, we can easily conclude that Nori loves to travel and she says explicitly so. But that's all that can be gathered from her profile. The pics here were also grabbed from the same fb profile. I wish that when she sees this seemingly empty post, she'd email me more info about how it's been since 1970. One of her many travels pictures Indicates that this is Nori with a  former co-worker from BSP? 

Ana with daughters and friend (rightmost) Ana with family Another one bites the dust of our batch'70 call is Ana Julieta Damasco. She is based in Ontario, Canada, has four children. That's all  the info I can get for now. I hope she can update us with other shareable info of life in Canada.

Vangie, as I knew her became a nurse and served in the AFP Nurse Corps for awhile. Today, she heads her own manpower service company and travels from time to time between the Philippines and the Middle East. We had the chance to talk in November, last year. I was trying to invite her to attend one of our batch meetings. I also extended the invitation to our grand alumni homecoming in Dec 4, 2010. I am sure she wanted to but unfortunately, previous commitments prevented her from going. As there will be many more batch meet-up opportunities, we shall be looking forward to meeting you again, batchmate, Mona.

How can we forget? She with that lovable Shitz shu (did i get that right?) last Oct 23, 2010. Dorri, I heard was able to make it during the initial meet up/s of the core group led by Goody Esguerra. Her attendance last Oct 23 is proof that  we might just get her interested again to  attend regularly. We are all hoping that membership will steadily increase along with  meeting attendance. Thanks Dorri. Cheers!

Again, there's not much information I know about Laura except that she first attended batch'70 meeting on Oct 23, 2010. Rest assured that as soon as we find more about her, we will post it here. Welcome Laura!

So sorry, I know nothing about Ben except that he is very close with the group of Ver Laping and Ada T. Bernal. Let me check if he has an fb account:-D First time he attended our batch meeting last Oct 23, 2010 and hopefully just the beginning of a long standing commitment to support Batch'70.

I remember Eleanor as one with the raspy voice. Grabbed these pics from her fb profile. I understand that she is currently with SSS. Hopefully, we could convince her to join future batch meetings.

Currently works for DOLE. I must assume she is happy with her career judging from the many work related photos posted on her profile. Happy at Work Happy with Hubby

Ver currently works for MWSS. He brings to the group leadership abilities. I am sure the batch will benefit from these qualities. He is close to Ada, Lorie and Cristy.

Abe currently stays in Antipolo City. I hope we can convince him to attend our batch meet-ups. Hopefully he will grace our meet-up on Nov 13. Holiday Abroad with Family