Jul 21 / Raven Love P. Salidaga

Hearts on Stage, Pride in Motion: GRCA Teachers Dance Their Way to First Runner-Up

Roaring Greenian pride echoes in D.M. Reynes Gymnasion on the 18th day of July, as the GRCA teachers receive their award for being the first runner-up at the Compostela DepEd Nite 2025. A night to celebrate the unwavering dedication of our passion-driven educators to inspire, motivate, and shape lives, with the theme, “Hiniusang Compostela, Gihalaran sa Gobyernong Puno sa Gugma.”

 As the presentations unfold, nervousness silently battled across some of the faces of our GRCA teachers. Mentally rehearsing every step for the 100th time. Being the 8th cluster out of 9 performers, they’ve witnessed how other schools lit up the stage with undeniably graceful and entertaining performances —each act raising the bar and intensifying the expectations, with the pressure mounting in every turn. Signs of unease were visible in their eyes, with a mix of excitement and anticipation.

 “Smile ha,” “Let’s go, Green Rose!,” and a chorus of encouraging phrases echoed from GRCA supporters as the teachers prepared to own the stage. It was finally their time to take the spotlight. As the music started, their nerves melted into movement. Showcasing the beauty of timeless classics up to today’s hits. The crowd went wild as Sir RL Alvarado stole the spotlight with backflips, extremely smooth dance moves, and the iconic Bruno Mars footwork; setting the stage on fire with his show-stopping moves. They may not have worn a costume as grand and sparkling as the others, nor have massive properties to enhance the visual —but what they brought was far greater: they have shown unity in every beat, dancing not just with rhythm but also with a heart. A performance filled with superb executions, graceful energy, and vibrant smiles. The crowd roared in approval, swept up by the confidence and charm that radiated from each step. A true showcase of passion and teamwork that led them to win the First Runner-Up title.

Our GRCA teachers poured their heart into every movement. Through every step, smile, and beat, they proved that excellence shines brightest when fueled by unity, heart, and passion. Serving excellence not just inside the four corners of a classroom but also in various aspects. With that, Green Rose Center for Academe Inc. once again proved that excellence has always been at the heart of everything they do.