BCDG snatches gold, 2 bronzes in Laguna folkdance tilt

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group celebrates its three victories at the 3rd Laguna Folk Dance Competition at SM City San Pablo, Dec. 5, 2018.

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group (BCDG) took home the championship plus two bronzes at the Laguna Folk Dance Competition held Dec. 5, 2018 at SM City San Pablo. The annual competition is organized by the Laguna Tourism Culture, Arts and Trade Office.

BCDG's elementary team, which represented Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. (RILI), has been in a winning streak this school year dominating the NAPSPHIL Literary-Musical Competitions just a few months before this contest. They added another championship trophy to their collection by defeating two-time defending champions Sta. Cruz Central Elementary School (SCES). In this category, participants were to choose from two rural dances: Itik-itik and Kalapati. BCDG performed Itik-itik, a dance mimicking the movement of ducks. It was also the choice of runner-up SCES and third place finisher Pacita Complex-I Elementary School.

BCDG also represented RILI in the high school category where competition was tight among schools known for their folk dance teams. Last year's champions San Antonio de Padua College retained their position while Pedro Guevarra Memorial National High School made it to 2nd place after missing the top three in last year's contest. BCDG, however, remains in the podium for two consecutive years after landing in 3rd place. Participants in the high school category were asked to perform either Jota Gumaqueña or Malagueña, both Maria Clara dances. BCDG performed Malagueña while the top two teams chose the other.

A surprise win for BCDG came in the open category which they joined for the first time. With a rookie-laden team, BCDG's aim was just to perform the required piece well--the popular but difficult Tinikling. Perfect timing and minimal mistakes proved enough for BCDG to barge into the top three of the category. Defending champions Sining Kalinangan Dance Troupe from Sta. Cruz retained its spot while Bagong Lahi Dance Troupe from Lumban took 2nd place. BCDG landed in 3rd place. This category is open to any group--professional, school-based, or community-based--unlike in the elementary and high school categories where teams are all school-based.

RILI takes 2 championships, third place finish in maiden NAPSPHIL stint

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group receive their bronze medals and a plaque during the awarding ceremonies of the National Alliance of Private Schools - Philippines Literary-Musical Competition.

Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. (RILI) collected two championships and a third place finish on the first time it joined the National Alliance of Private Schools - Philippines (NAPSPHIL) Literary-Musical (LitMus) Competition. The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group (BCDG) represented RILI in the Intermediate Level Folk Dance category of the event. They bagged two consecutive championships--the Capitol Chapter level and the LAPPRISADA provincial level--before bringing home the bronze in the regional finals, Sept. 28, 2018 at One Tagaytay Place Hotel in Tagaytay City.

RILI was Laguna's representative to the regional competition where they competed with other teams from the provinces of Cavite, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon.

With the wins, RILI's administration said that it will strengthen the school's program in the performing arts and that it plans to continue finding avenues where students can showcase their talents.

BCDG conquers provincial folk dance contest, heads to regionals

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group impressed the judges with their graceful execution of steps which catapulted them to the top spot of the Intermediate Folk Dance category of the provincial level NAPSPHIL Literary-Musical Competition.

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group (BCDG) dominated the Intermediate Level Folk Dance category of the provincial level National Alliance of Private Schools Philippines (NAPSPHIL) Literary-Musical (LitMus) Competition by taking home the championship Sept. 22, 2018 at San Antonio de Padua College in Pila, Laguna.

BCDG represented Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. and the Capitol Chapter of LAPPRISADA in the competition. They emerged as the winner among 12 teams representing other private schools from the different LAPPRISADA chapters. The group performed the La Jota Moncadeña, a Maria Clara dance with castanets from Moncada, Tarlac. 

Holy Rosary College (Santa Rosa City, PRISAA chapter) took 2nd place with their performance of Kadal Tahu while St. Therese Montessori School of San Pablo (San Pablo City, PRISEA Chapter) landed in 3rd place performing Binoyugan.

BCDG will represent the province of Laguna in the regional level NAPSPHIL LitMus competition on Sept. 28 in Tagaytay City.

The group recently won in the LAPPRISADA Capitol Chapter LitMus Competition last August 18 which secured them a slot in the provincial level competitions.

RILI joins NAPSPHIL LitMus tilt, bags folk dance crown

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group was all smiles as they represented Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. and bagged the championship at the Literary-Musical competition last August 18.

Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. (RILI) debuted at the National Alliance of Private Schools-Philippines (NAPSPHIL) Literary-Musical (LitMus) competitions in high spirits by bagging the championship at the Folk Dance contest for Grades 4-6. The school also competed in other events which were held August 18, 2018 at South Greenville School in Pila, Laguna.

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group (BCDG) represented RILI in the folk dance contest and competed against four other schools. BCDG took the top spot and the right to represent the Capitol Chapter of the Laguna Province Private Schools and Administrators' Association (LAPPRISADA) to the provincial level of the LitMus competitions.

The Bridgewater School, Inc. landed in 2nd place, while San Antonio de Padua College took 3rd place. Other contestants to the folk dance competition are Meaningful Minds Center for Learning, Inc. and Joy in Learning School, Inc.

BCDG's competing team is comprised of Sammuel Rhoye B. Gonzales (Grade 6), Miguel Brandon J. Manalili (Grade 6), Carl James S. Intia (Grade 6), Kriz Emmanuel O. Opinion (Grade 6), Dhoreen Lhyne D. Abogado (Grade 6), Hannah Chazey C. Pilongo (Grade 6), Allyza Mae A. Elnar (Grade 6), and Pauline Jenica B. Mole (Grade 4).

RILI also competed in other contests of the LitMus competitions. Alexis Jewel V. Tolentino (Preparatory) competed in the English poetry recital while Irich Joy M. Cajes (Grade 1) participated in the Filipino poetry recital. Alexa Chloe B. Apuya (Kindergarten) and Ma. Christina C. Manlapas (Grade 2) competed in the preschool and primary divisions of the vocal solo contest, respectively, while Iona Gabrielle S. de Torres (Grade 6) competed in the declamation contest. The school also participated in the hip-hop dance contest for junior high school students. The team was comprised of Rheina Lhyne D. Abogado (Grade 8), Akisha Joella Estolano (Grade 8), Therice Junel M. Nogrado (Grade 8), Trisha Mae N. Ofalsa (Grade 8), Dwight Patrick D. Gonzales (Grade 9), Jerome C. Pamis (Grade 9), Mark Lawrence G. Rafael (Grade 9), Maui V. Encarnacion (Grade 9), and Jerald Caezar E. Dulay (Grade 10).

BCDG will compete in the provincial level of the folk dance contest on Sept. 8, 2018 where they will face the representatives of other private schools associations in Laguna.

RILI partners with SK for cultural night, singing contest

Administrator Mrs. Miriam A. Añoso (rightmost) received the certificate of appreciation in behalf of Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. at the first Cultural Night and Singing Competition organized by the Sangguniang Kabataan of Brgy. Bulilan Sur. Also present in the awarding are (L to R) SK Committee Chair on Education and Culture Fredie D. Cadacio; SK Chair Josua G. Alvarez; SK Treasurer Shiela Mae G. Balatibat; and Bulilan Sur Barangay Chairman Nilo Ladanga.

Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. partnered with the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Brgy. Bulilan Sur in presenting their first Cultural Night and Singing Competition, Aug. 12, 2018, at the barangay covered court in celebration of Youth Week 2018.

The school awarded certificates of sponsorship to the winners of the singing contest as well as the 3-point shoot out contest which happened prior.

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group was also invited to perform during the contest. They performed the Kadal Blelah and the Binasuan to entertain the audience.

Before the contest, the SK organized a parade which was participated by the youth groups including some students of RILI. The school's delegation was awarded best dressed in the parade. The delegation from Don Manuel Rivera Memorial National High School was recognized as the biggest group to participate in the parade.

RILI attends 120th Independence Day, BCDG performs

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group performed at the 120th Independence Day celebration in Pila, Laguna. They were invited as guest performers of program host Pila Senior High School.

The faculty of Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. (RILI) attended the 120th Independence Day celebration last June 12, 2018 at the Pila Municipal Center. The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group  (BCDG) graced the event with a performance.

BCDG performed the Kadal Blelah, a T'boli dance which depicts the movement of birds freely flying and hopping. They were the only other group to perform aside from the host school Pila Senior High School (PSHS).

The PSHS Choir rendered the song numbers to start and end the program.

Mrs. Eva Marie S. Cambe, District Supervisor of Pila, gave the opening remarks. She welcomed schools present in the event and welcomed newly appointed DepEd officials in the district. Mayor Edgardo A. Ramos, then, delivered his message on the relevance of the celebration Independence Day.

Attendees then proceeded to the wreath laying ceremony led by the Mayor Ramos. He was followed by the officials of the municipal government, the teachers from the public and private schools, senior citizens and persons with disabilities, the Pila Historical Society Foundation, Serbisyong Tama-Kababaihan Pila Chapter, Deltacom, Rotary Club West, People Law Enforcement Board, MAP, Pila Retired Police Association, and the Sangguniang Barangay of each barangay in the district.

BCDG wins Pailah Folk Dance Contest

Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group members and Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. officials pose with Mayor Egay Ramos, members of the Sangguniang Bayan, DepEd principals and schools heads, and judges after winning the championship at the Timpalak sa Katututbong Sayaw at the 5th Pailah Festival.

The Bahaghari Cultural Dance Group (BCDG) reasserts its mastery of Philippine folk dances by taking home the championship at the Timpalak sa Katutubong Sayaw, March 8, 2018, at the Pila Municipal Center. The contest was part of the 5th Pailah Festival.

BCDG represented Rainbow Institute of Learning, Inc. and was declared champion among 14 dance troupes from different public and private schools in Pila. Pila Central Elementary School won 2nd Place while Pansol Elementary School won 3rd Place.

The contest required participating teams to interpret and dance the A La Jota, a Maria Clara dance from the city of San Pablo in Laguna. Teams are composed of eight to ten members in the elementary level.

BCDG also recently won 2nd Place in the Laguna Musikahan, 2nd Place in the high school level and 3rd Place in the elementary level at the 2nd Laguna Folk Dance Competition last November 2017.

BCDG's competing team was composed of Danella Joyce Roque (Grade 6), Kyle Danielle Lozande (Grade 6), Hannah Chazey Pilongo (Grade 5), Dhoreen Lhyne Abogado (Grade 5), Miel Amber Ventura (Grade 6), Carl James Intia (Grade 5), Sammuel Rhoye Gonzales (Grade 5), and Kriz Emmanuel Opinion (Grade 5).