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SureSeal, the first trademark seal in the Philippines, was launched by Qartas Corporation last March 25, 2009. It is an international trust seal accreditation which aims to promote trust and confidence in transactions over the internet and encourage good E-commerce practice in business.

Online businesses will benefit from this accreditation since trustmark seals will:

• Let consumers know their business is reliable
• Distinguish their company from online competitors, both legitimate and otherwise
• Be listed in SureSeal Online searchable database, a resource for anyone seeking trustworthy businesses
• Demonstrate that the company care about honest advertising, fair treatment of customers, and self-regulation as an alternative to government regulation of businesses
• Help increase consumer confidence in the Web as a safe place to shop

For more information about SureSeal Trustmark, please visit their website, http://www.sureseal.ph.

According to the New ECE Law (RA 9292), all practicing Electronics Engineers and Electronics Technicians must be members of IECEP throughits local chapters. Membership to the organization is mandated by this law when one is converting from the old Electronics and Communications Engineering license to the new Electronics Engineer. Membership is also necessary for those who are new Electronics Engineers and Technicians as well as when upgrading to the new Professional Electronics Engineers license (PECE).

Electronics Technicians who are practicing their profession with a minimum of seven years may also avail of the no board examination licensing. The deadline of the application for license to PRC is on May 27, 2009.

For details contact Engr. Justiniano Villocido, Jr. (09287686261) – the president of the chapter or Engr. Rodney Cohitmingao (412-4574 Local 203 - PLDT), the treasurer of the chapter.

Meanwhile, IECEP - Bohol Chapter congratulates its new members who passed the March, 2009 ECE Board Examinations namely Engr. Jorge Apolinar, Engr. Ismael Corloncito, Engr. Ian Joseph Honculada, Engr. Joseph Madera and Engr. Junefif Nuera.

Our Intensive Review offers:
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Pool of Lecturers:
Test-taking Strategies - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Roland Villegas
Fundamentals of Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Roland Villegas
Professional Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Kenneth Siasar
Leadership & Management - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Kenneth Siasar
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Medical-Surgical Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Dr. Rolando Sarno
Medical-Surgical Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TJ Nonog
Medical-Surgical Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Jessie Daclis
Maternal & Child Health Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Dr. Salustiano
Pediatric Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Terence Ranjo
Psychiatric Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Jane Tuyan
Community Health Nursing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Redner Pondang
IMCI - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Redner Pondang
Preboard Rationalizer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - RC Pineda (7th placer June 08)
Final Coaching & Empowerment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Kenneth Siasar

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For more details on the seminar and DTI licensure exam requirements, please call the secretariat Ms. Richel B. Jumawan at Tel. Nos. (032) 254-5780 ; 412-5676 or Cel # 0919-6500753.

Teams from the different colleges and universities of Bohol are expected to take part in this event. Prizes will be given away to the first, second, and third placers. Non-winners will receive consolation prizes courtesy of the sponsors. Lucky spectators will also have the chance to win giveaways during the course of the quiz bowl.

This year’s ECE Quiz Bowl is made possible by TDM (Thrizhel Distributors and Marketing), the exclusive distributor of Bounty Fresh Chicken and Beauche International Products.

The quiz bowl’s major sponsors include Auza.net and Excel First Review Center. This event is also made possible by LFH Surveying Services, X-squared Online, Gerisonic Electronics and Communications, and PERC Review Center, as minor sponsors.

Few years back , Loaynons had been clamoring for the correct site of the historic 1st International treaty of Friendship in its rightful place & exact date ( March 25, 1565 ) of which noted & famed Boholano historian Jess Tirol substantiated with historical facts, thus he was commissioned by the Municipality of Loay together with historian Mr. Romanillos and then Loay Mayor Leonides Tiongco who was the driving force in locating the “the well between 2 rivers , where the soldiers of Gen Legazpi fetched water”.

The NHI panel concluded that “ the Bohol blood compact between Boholano warrior Datu Sikatuna & Spanish Commander Gen. Miguel Lopez de Legazpi took place onboard the flagship San Pedro which was anchored off the waters of Laoy , Bohol on March 25, 1565.”

In July 21 , 2005 thru National Historical Institute (NHI) through Res. No. 04 , series of 2005 , officially declared the exact location & date of the Bohol Blood Compact – it was the crowning glory & achievement of then Mayor Leonides Tiongco & his group for their untiring effort & sense of historical concern.

NHI Chairman Ambeth Ocampo installed the NHI Marker in March 25, 2006 , with a fitting celebration & colorful re-enactment of the ritual of a blood compact between 2 men of different races at the shores of Hinawanan bay – the finest & shining moment of Mayor Leonides Tiongco. In a related development, the NHI is now in the midst of assessing the Pres. Carlos P. Garcia house in Tagbilaran City to become and be declared as a Heritage Place . The 2007 celebration/reenactment had : The Ceremonial Tree Planting of a Philippine & Spanish trees , witnessed by more than a 100 Children of Loay & watered by then National Resources & Devt. Corp.( NRDC - corporate arm of the DENR ) President using the water in the “Well beween 2 rivers.”

Gave the birth of the “panag-Hiagala ay sa Loay” theme song won by Mr. Onie Oclarit with a P10,000.oo prize and the 1565 Treaty Logo with a pot prize of P 5,000.oo which was awarded by Mr. Johnny Enerio, Chairman of the Event Organizing group ( Loay SP Res.No. 72-2006 & MOA-915-2006 thru Mayor Leonides Tiongco & Mr. Jenar L. Valloso, Sanguniang Secretary , duly attested by then Vice Mayor Tiburcio P. Bullecer, Jr – where they entrusted for a 5 year Event Conceptualization & Management of the Bohol Blood Compact (from 2007- 2011).

The 2008 celebration of the “Treaty that started Friendship” motto conceptualize by the Event Management & Organizing group paved the way for the Dept. of Tourism ( DOT ) thru Sec. Ace Durano to become a partner and endorsed the “ panag Higala-ay” as one of the newest celebration & latest Tourism site in Bohol together with : the private sectors joining & coming out with a record 150 tables connected together with no less than “5,000 people eating together at the same time with” thru the sponsorship of Coca Cola – it was a “Guiness World record” potential event led by Kag. Hermes Entero, the Tourism Chairman of Loay who now officially holds the record ( representing the Municipality in the absence of Mayor Imboy who had other previous commitment at that time ).

It was a grand celebration culminated with “fireworks” thru the courtesy of Mr.Eduardo “ Boy “ Enerio & the Enerio/Espiritu family of Loay and the “ banda sa Hinawanan Bay” hosted by San Miguel Beer, an annual commitment by San Miguel Corporation for all Boholanos to savor – “Sarap Mag BloodCompact”, this year 2009 it will be bigger.

The Bohol Blood Compact – had established the historical importance of Bohol ; showcased the culture and arts heritage and innovations of Boholanos ; secured a stronger muli-sectoral community participation with the aim in view of enhacing the Tourism potential & emphasizing the Historical importance and significance of the such event; stimulate economic movements & investor interest. Loay is noted as an Investor Friendly town, where now it has its Loay Floating Restaurant, the Clarin Heritage House & the Holy Trinity Church ground, an NCCA grant recipient in the year 2006, among others.

Come to Loay on March 25 , 2009 as a prelude to the grand celebration of its 445^th year on March 25, 2010 – it will be a big & grand affair. ( Golden World Services PR / JGE ).

Written by Arnoldo dela Cruz

Take a breeze flight to Bohol’s Tagbilaran airport. Then roll up a trip 14 kilometers going up north. It’s the opposite route from the world famous Chocolate hills, so that keeps you far from the maddening crowd.

The town of Maribojoc stands humble in its beauty and sits quietly in its majesty.

A bit of trivia: Maribojoc got its name from a tree that is abundant in the area. The tree is very much like the Pine tree… except that its needles are a bit thicker and firmer like wild hair. Thus in the ancient times they call it Maria Buhok, which literally translate to Maria’s Hair. Hence Maria Buhok uttered from generation to generation became Maribojoc.

Back on the road: It isn’t that long a trip, while you check out the eye-refreshing and spirit-energizing scenery. On the road, peek out the car window and check out the enticing Palm-tree-and-mangrove-lined Abatan River. The river’s calmness and quietness whispers sweet poetry to one’s ears. Going to Maribojoc is like receiving an RSVP invitation of quiet yet exciting adventure and amazing discoveries.

Check this out, at the edge of Maribojoc, in its last Barangay, is the Punta Cruz Watch Tower of “Castillo de San Vicente”.  Built in 1796, the tower stands as a look out point for the inhabitants for pirates and other invaders. Today, it stands as a regal monument that withstood time and elements. Just beside it is the equally magnificent ancient cross that watches over the waters of Maribojoc. Boldly romantic is an understatement to describe its surroundings.

Move on and check in at the nice resorts tucked in at the seashore stretch of Maribojoc. From the beaches of Maribojoc, take a boat and proceed to enter Abatan River and cruise along five towns (Maribojoc, Cortes, Catigbian, Balilihan and Antequera). Inside the Abatan River stands the Postan mangrove forest barely touched by human feet and inhabited by exotic colorful birds and fauna… whoa… cruising inside Postan Forest makes you feel like canoeing along the Amazon River minus the anacondas. Truly it is totally a different encounter than paddling along the more known Loboc River also in Bohol. The Abatan River has its own personality… its own character and a peaceful attitude. The Abatan River has many traits all too inviting for one to discover and conquer its many possibilities.

Mesmerizing scenery

One travelling in this river can’t help but be mesmerized by the mirror reflections cast in its deep emerald green waters . The river water juxtaposes a mirror image of everything facing it, the skies, the palms, the trees, and even the boat. And the result is an artwork only nature can create. Go! Look straight at the river and greet your own reflection.

It is such, the river is littered by nature’s scraps justifying the abundance of growth all around the river. Various leaves, palms, bamboos, tree branches and fruits all add up to the river’s litters. Yet no matter how much of these you see around, the river has a totality of virgin cleanliness.

And the trip doesn’t end there…

Somewhere along deeper on the boat ride a traveller is welcomed by the roaring of the hidden Kawasan falls (Balilihan Town).

Experience and feel the energy as the crystal clear waters of Kawasan Falls powerfully cascades down and drops straight to a basin of equally crystal emerald green river water and burst into a mystic explosion of sound and colours reflected by sunlight.

Tranquil yet bursting with serene life… the Abatan River is a place to be. It lies waiting to be conquered and experienced.

Indeed discovering the Postan mangrove forest and the hidden Kawasan Falls and just relishing the sight of the abundance of growth and life along the Abatan River is enough to keep a traveller unmindful of time.

Maribojoc doesn’t run short of places to discover. The Maribojoc Church is one spot to visit. Its serenity is an open invitation for one to commune peacefully with the Creator. And tucked at the second floor of the ancient church is a modest museum. Yet, it has a great collection of antiques and religious artifacts. The museum is a one room affair. One can spend hours inside it just looking, scrutinizing, and admiring its collection.

Maribojoc is blessed with a variety of landscapes surrounding it. It has mountains both for trekking and climbing. Just moving around closely in the mountains one can hear the cries of monkeys fooling around criss-crossing tree branches.

Truth is, a day or two is a bit too short for one to explore and get acquainted with Maribojoc. It is a town gifted with a wonderful river full of surprises and with so many curves and bends that getting lost in it is a delightful experience. It is a town blessed with many breathtaking beaches shrouded with beautiful skies and graced with equally breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. It is a town whose people have warm smiles and honest hearts. It is a town waiting to be explored, discovered, and conquered.

Maribojoc is a town so graced with a God-sent Mayor whose simple lifestyle is emancipating… a mayor that has a heart open to its people and its visitors… a heart that loves his native Maribojoc and its people… the way any son would love his mother and his siblings. The Mayor? Who? Mayor Leoncio B. Evasco, Jr. the Renaissance man. Believe me… I’ve been a visitor and I will keep on visiting.

Be there! Be an explorer. Be a conqueror. Rediscover ancient roots.

Get wet, wild, daring and start combing Maribojoc. <