Araw ng Wika - By Esporlas, Nina May M.

Written By: Esporlas, Nina May M.

Category: Scriptwriting - Filipino

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Nina May M. Esporlas presents "Araw ng Wika," a captivating script that celebrates the richness of the Filipino language and culture. This piece, submitted for the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, captures the spirit of unity and pride in linguistic heritage. Through the vibrant depiction of a school celebration, Esporlas invites readers to reflect on the importance of nurturing native languages as a cornerstone of national identity.

About the Work

"Araw ng Wika" offers an engaging narrative centered around a school's celebration of language and culture. The script beautifully showcases traditional dance and song performances by Junior High School students, emphasizing the theme of unity through cultural expression. Esporlas' work is a heartfelt reminder of the significance of preserving and honoring one's native language and cultural traditions.

Araw ng Wika

Original Submission by Esporlas, Nina May M.

Ipinagdiwang ng mga mag-aaral mula sa departamento ng Junior High School (JHS) ang Araw ng Wika noong ikalawa ng Oktubre 2025 (Dalawang Libo Dalawampu’t Lima) na may temang – “Paglinang sa Filipino at Katutubong Wika, Makasaysayan sa Pagkakaisa ng Bansa”. Ipinakita ng mga mag-aaral ang kanilang talento sa pagsasayaw ng mga katutubong sayaw, tulad ng “Tiklos” para sa Baitang 7 (pito) at “Polka sa Nayon” para sa Baitang 8 (walo). Iba’t ibang awitin din ang ipinamalas ng ating Junior High School (JHS) Sforzando Varsity, kung saan kanilang ipinakita ang ating kultura at wika sa malikhaing paraan. Bilang pagtatapos, ang pagdiriwang na ito ay hindi lamang isang pangkaraniwang selebrasyon, bagkus ito ay nagbibigay-paalala sa lahat na pahalagahan ang ating sariling kultura at wika bilang mga Pilipino, dahil tulad nga ng sabi ni Lope K. Santos, “Ang wika ay salamin ng kultura at kaluluwa ng isang bayan.”

Ako si Nina Esporlas para sa The Term.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event celebrating the power of words and creativity. It brings together writers from around the world to explore diverse themes through poetry, short stories, essays, and more. This competition is a platform for showcasing talent and fostering a global appreciation for the arts.

Thank you, Nina May M. Esporlas, for your inspiring contribution, "Araw ng Wika," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your work highlights the beauty and importance of cultural and linguistic heritage, encouraging us all to cherish our roots. We appreciate your participation and look forward to more of your creative endeavors.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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