"Teodora Alonzo, Carmen Planas and the rest of the alumnae who passed through the halls of Colegio de Sta. Rosa I believe that they have received the formation of Christian conscience. And this is the main apostolate of all Catholic Christian schools," said historian Fr. Emilio Quilatan, OAR.
Doña Teodora attended classes in the school during peace time under sisters of the Daughters of Charity. "The red rose symbolizes passion, love, devotion, and sacrifice. That is the biblical symbolism of the red rose," said Quilatan, who delivered his research of Colegio de Sta. Rosa in a webinar hosted by the Intramuros Administration entitled "Colegio de Sta, Rosa: History, Heritage, and Legacy".
The symbol of the school, the legacy given by its foundress Mother Paula dela Santissima Trinidad to all the students, who reflect the attributes of the rare flower. Once liberated Doña Teodora was able to extend her love for her children and continue guiding her children until her death in 1911.