English month ends a new chapter with success
By: Bridgette Aurora Monique Gomez
To finish off the joy-filled month The Literary Gems Club with the participation of the Student Artist Club hosted a culminating activity with the theme of LETS Read: Learning Empowering, and Transforming Our Society Through Reading. Students from different grade levels participated in this activity that was hosted from 3:00 PM5:00 PM on November 30, 2023.
The event was led by the Masters of Ceremonies: Abby Jane San Diego, Angelique Reign Del Rosario, Nash Tristan Caures, and Liam John Delgado. The event started with a nationalistic song and an opening prayer, both led by the Student Artist Club. It was then followed by opening remarks led by our school assistant principal, Mrs. Jasthyne Cates B. Salazar.
Ms. Joan I. Potian introduced the guest of honor, Ms. Jacqueline B. Decena, the former head of the English department. Ms. Decena then gave an inspirational message, which stoked the hearts of many. Here, she reminded the students that our learning should go beyond our books, homeworks, and classrooms.
As for the highlight of the event, the parade of characters consisted of multiple talented students from all grade levels representing their sections. The students confidently roamed the hall and performed their famous lines whilst gaining support from the audience.
Then came the awarding portion of the event, which recognized the students who showed their talents and enriched their skills in the following activities: Storytelling for Grade 7, Speech Choir for Grade 8, Readers Theater for Grade 9, Mr. and Mrs Q&A for Grade 10, and Radio Broadcasting for the Senior High School students.
Next is the exciting part that brightened the mood of tired students who stayed to support their sections— the intermission of the Student Artist Club, which featured Love is an Open Door (from “Frozen”) and A Whole New World (from “Aladdin”). And this was followed by a dance number And for the most-awaited part of the program, the awarding of the parade of characters. The top three students from all grade levels were announced, bringing a wave of joy and pride to the parents and classmates of the awarded students.
CHED Discontinues SHS Programs in SUCs and LUCs
To finish off the event, Mr. Michael Teodoro gave his closing remarks, which was followed by the singing of the Roces Hymn.
Despite being piled up with requirements, students still expressed enjoyment in the activities.
“This year's English Month activities were really fun. My
By: Yoanna Nikylla Mamaradlo
The Commision on Higher Education (CHED) chairman Prospero de Vera III stated the discontinuation of Senior High School in State University and Colleges (SUCs) and Local University and Colleges (LUCs) starting next school year SY 2024-2025
When the K-12 Law was passed in 2016, the education sector of the Philippines had to go to an adjustment period which was also referred to as "transition period”
In accordance with CMO No 32 Series of 2015, CHED and the Department of Education (DepEd) had an agreement that public universities could offer senior high school programs during the transition period beginning SY 2016-2017 until SY 2020-2021 and the students paid through the voucher program, but since the transition period is over CHED confirmed its decision to discontinue the SHS programs among the SUCs and LUCs
Tapos na ang transition period Puno na ang state universities and colleges Kailangan na nilang gamitin ang mga kuwarto at mga teacher Kaya't wala ng basehan para mag-offer sila ng senior high school he said
The Department of Education (DepEd) identified that there are 17,751 grade 11 students currently enrolled in SUCs and LUCs which might be affected
DepEd Spokesperson Undersecretary Michael Poa said that those who might be displaced can still enroll in public schools
"Nonetheless, based on the reports of our Regional Directors, our public schools will be able to accommodate those that may be displaced " she said
CHED Chairman de Vera also added that the DepEd has issued a statement that the voucher program will also be discontinued "except for those entering Grade 12 in SY 2023-2024 to finish their basic education
Teachers of Don Alejandro Roces Sr ScienceTechnology High School gathered at the Multipurpose Hall as they celebrated World Teachers Nationalistic day with the
theme: Together 4 Teachers last October 6, 2023 with Naomi Fabie and Jamie Paat as the masters of ceremonies
The event began with singing the Song followed by a prayer and the Supreme Secondary Learner Government Pres Christian Jericho Reyes formally welcomed everyone with his opening remarks followed by the inspirational message of Dr Marivic B Francisco, the school principal
Cheers and applause filled the air as the Student Artist Club and
Tanghalang Filipino Club performed their intermission number and a video greeting from the students which made the teachers form a smile on their faces
Loyalty awards were given to several teachers as their appreciation for their dedication and non-stop teaching According to a Rocesian DARSSTHS wouldn t be renowned for its
excellence in educating the youth without the teachers.
To keep the teachers entertained, a raffle was conducted where teachers were fortunate to win prizes such as cash, groceries, appliances, and school supplies.
“Yung raffle talaga yung nakakuha ng Atensyon ko kasi para pasko eh, maraming pinapamigay marami
kaming nakuha sa rafle so sobrang thankful kami sa mga parents.” Ms. Roselhoney F. Serraon, a teacher from ESP Department said.
The event wrapped up with the teachers leaving the venue with awards, prizes on their hands, and smiles on their faces after singing the Roces Hymn.
By: Abby Jane San Diego
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our advancing economy shifts towards relying on technology for a more efficient way to handle finance, digital banks nation-wide express their ongoing struggle with loan collection This was remarked by Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas
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the uncertainty of the impact of digital banks on the banking system, the Monetary Board gave digital banking licenses to six banks: UNObank, UnionDigital Bank, GoTyme Overseas Filipino (OF) Bank of state-run Land Bank of the Philippines Tonik Digital Bank and Maya Bank
contrast with the struggles that are being faced, BSP hopes that they will be able to help the government with its financial ambitions while overcoming the obstacles in digital banking BY: BRIDGETTE AURORA MONIQUE GOMEZ
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MRS NIMFA R GIBERTAN ESP English, Journalism in Charge
DR MARIVIC B FRANCISCO School Principal
MR MICHAEL G TEODORO English Department, Chairman
JOHN EDMARK C TELESFORO School Paper Adviser
LIZETTE MIKYLLA D MIGUEL Editor-In-Chief
ARIANNA CASSANDRA T BARIAS Associate Editor
CAOIMHE KEITH P RABONZA Managing Editor
ABBY JANE SAN DIEGO
YOANNA NIKYLLA C MAMARADLO Circulation Managers
BRIDGETTE AURORA MONIQUE GOMEZ News Editors
YOANNA NIKYLLA C MAMARADLO NAOMI EUNICE FABIE Feature Editors
LIZETTE MIKYLLA D MIGUEL ARIANNA CASSANDRA T BARIAS Editorial Editors
MARIA ANTOINETTE S SAN JUAN JHILLIAN MAE D CAGOL Column Editors
GENELLE BALDEVARONA Science Editor
MAUREEN ANGELA MALUYO
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ucial query about Filipino nowledge emerges What xactly do those responsible for ducation want to measure?
Does it require fluency in English, math, science, or reading? Language proficiency exams like the Common European Framework of Reference for languages or the locally managed Department of Education's (DEPED) teacher proficiency test in English would be more suitable if the aim is to produce graduates who can communicate in English for employment across the world
Given that the COVID-19 pandemic forced educational institutions to close for almost two years and shifted instruction to online learning the outcomes of the 2022 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) were not shocking Several years after the PISA assessment in 2018 revealed poor learning competencies among Filipino teenager students education officials had actually discussed whether the nation should retake the test
As participants in education have known for years, the most recent PISA results validate the severity of the issue The outcome was still troubling despite this Between the 79 participating countries and nations in the PISA 2018, the Philippines did not place highly in reading comprehension and came in second in science and mathematics for students This was the first time the Philippines had taken part in the assessment The PISA evaluates a student's ability to solve problems in reading, math, and science in reality
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The reading and math comprehension scores of Filipinos showed some improvement but they were still below what is typical for OECD nations The Philippines indicate science performance was third to last
The OECD empha pandemic alone can be blamed for the outcomes in reading, math, and science efficiency The decline in Philippine education quality can be attributed to a number of factors The most recent PISA results only serve to highlight how urgent it is to stop the decline
Educational authorities have been concentrating on after the pandemic learning recovery, as in-person classes only resumed nationwide in November of last year Through online education both educators and students had experienced difficulties During the lockdowns, 10% of basic education students ceased attending classes; many of them did so as a result of the pandemic's devastating effects on the economy Distance learning proved to be too challenging for students and their guardians, who found it essential to become involved in their children's formal education, in addition to the fact that families could not afford provides the basis devices
The most recent PISA according to the OECD is the first extensive investigation into how the pandemic has affected students
Ultimately, individuals should exercise caution when interpreting this as it is only an estimate for the participating countries and varies depending on the pace at which each country learns It demonstrates that reform is necessary and ought to serve as the foundation for the nation's educational system's efforts to address both its advantages and disadvantages
It is not just merely a reflection of our education system, but also a reflection of the future we envision for the
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y allies eepneys in the Philippines are an integral part of the Filipinos day-today life It is a mode of transportation considered as the backbone of its sector
Jeepneys are a staple in Filipino culture fostering creativity and unique variations incorporating religion, kaleidoscopic personalities and other sociocultural aspects to their liking This mode of transportation was known as King of the Road Will it still reign and live up to its fame when the government slowly takes away its crown? We must ensure that though modernization and innovation is a key to progression, there must not be a Filipino citizen left behind irish angel l callueng VALIDATION It has been a long time since the government began the discourse about the national program on Jeepney Modernization It aims to contemporize the public utility vehicle to persist within global and ecological standards Since then transport groups and social organizations have called out the government for the unjust and strenuous terms and requirements set for jeepney operators to comply immediately In an interview with then Vice President Leni Robredo Jeepney drivers are not against the program they just find the terms difficult the cost expensive and the amount to comply and pay short ”; She then added, “ The poorest of the sector, that should be the ones being helped by the government, wont be able to comply due to the difficult terms ” This was her understanding during her dialogue with transport groups during her time in office Jeepney drivers also shared the difficulties they are facing as they are already losing their income due to the costly maintenance of the Jeepney Modernization program This is a clear and evident point of view of jeepney drivers when talked about the program laureanomanuelpineda dethronement Second it will hurt the drivers because they will lose their jobs The only solution that the government sees so that they can continue to work is to make installments of modern jeeps that are almost five times more expensive compared to traditional jeeps How many years will they drive just to pay off their debt while there is no change in their income ” Even with collective efforts to persuade the government to delay the implementation the consolidation pushed through last January 1 2024 affecting the livelihood of 140,000 drivers, 60 000 operators and the lives of 28 5 million commuters As public servants it is their absolute responsibility to ensure that the programs policies and laws they make and implement with the modernization program are compassionate to the lives of the Filipinos who are mostly affected by this They must expand the time for drivers and operators to pay and comply with the terms Provide and offer more elevated subsidies in which drivers and operators can pay off the expensive cost and maintenance for the jeepneys As Filipinos we must be ardent in protecting the culturally significant and daily relevant livelihood of our drivers and operators
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Filipinos In an interview with students from Quezon City who commute to and from their school daily they said First of all the fares of commuters in modern jeepneys will be doubled and it will be added to the expenses of our parents who are already struggling to budget their meager wages for other family needs due to the capitalists and the system to workers I can still remember how devastated I was when I saw some articles about the travels of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr (PBBM) using our money and how he abused the power he had for his familys sake For how they used helicopters as transportation for Coldplays concert and how the honored Malacanang Palace became an events place because of their parties, and it didn't add up when Vice President Sara Duterte asked for unreasonable confidential funds The audacity of PBBM and Former President Rodrigo Duterte to throw each other drug use allegations without being afraid of ones shadow made me think Is this really the Bagong Pilipinas they were talking about during the election? This conflict between the two dynasties affects our country Whether they are in good or bad terms, it is the Filipinos who suffer from their incompetence We suffer because of our ineffective government officials It has always been the corrupt politicians vs the people of the Philippines So, I strongly believe that we should do our part as Filipinos open our minds and use our voices to help our poor country Stop being blind, these corruption and dynasties are around now The real battle is the blinded mind and ego of some and the corrupt who keep feeding them vs the truth and our rights The Philippines came in at number 76 out of 81 engaging countries in the most recent evaluation carried out by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) The median Filipino scores in math, science, and reading were all beneath the worldwide mean and essentially unchanged from the 2018 assessment
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In a meeting with the Department of Justice (DOJ) officials behind closed doors, Special Rapporteur of the United Nations (UN) Irene Khan discussed issues concerning red-tagging press freedom, and media killings The DOJ Undersecretary Raul Vasquez clarified to Khan in the press briefing that red-tagging in the Philippines is not part of the government's policy
Red tagging isn’t new in this country Over time, it has become a tool to inhibit the media from pursuing the truth It poses a jeopardy to press freedom to muffle the truth and erase the true stories in pages This not only hinders the Filipinos’ right to be aware of society but also weakens the foundation of democracy
Journalists serve as watchdogs of democracy Yet, many issues of media killings are reported including the death of the broadcaster Percy Lapid Addressing the issue of red tagging necessitates a commitment to press freedom and the protection of journalists The DOJ officials to end Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) and has been said that they will reach out to Civil Society Organization (CSO) to handle the issues of red tagging However, the DOJ is a member of the government’s anti-communist task force, the National Task Force known of red tagging communists and activist journalists
Media journalists devote their lives to journalism to unmask the government’s corruption and unveil the dark truths behind the Philippines’ regime Red tagging has been a deadly weapon to dissent truth-seekers Since Duterte’s and Marcos’ regime, anyone who cri-
Journalists and media should serve as the guardians of government and democracy, yet they are seen as the enemy of thegovernment just becausethey arespeakingthetruthand writing facts through their powerful inks Society must recognize the importance of a free and independent press, standing
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How long will the truth be muffled? If the seekersoftruthandfreedomarealwaysveiled but to secure the pillars of democracy Can a democracy stillthrivewhen guardians of trutharelabeled and the pursuit of journalism is met
EDITOR And,lastly believeinyourself Youcantdoallofthesewithconsistencywithoutbelieving Hardworkisworthlessifyoudontbelievei is delightful to feel that you have accomplished a great and exhausting day with your best effort The most important thing which w overlook isbelievinginourselvesandknowingthatwearecapableofachievingallofourgoals andwerealizethatlife saseriesoflossesandtremendoustrias butunderneatharelearningsandimprovements Timewil notwaitforyou sotakeadvantageofthepossibilitiesanddontletthemslipawayfromyou Ourfuture sbright andwecanal reachitifwecanmanageourtimewellandifwearepersistent consistent andconfidentinourselves vox POPULI First of al I sincerely admire the bravery you showcased to address this struggle that many of the Rocesiansarecurrentlyfacing BeingafellowRocesian Icanrelatetoandunderstandthechallengesthat comewithbeingastudent particularywithtimemanagement J li t d di h ld th di f t d B U R D E N ? charleseigencdonasco accelerating knowledge The K-12 education program provides benefits to enhance one's lifestyle as a student These benefits can be suitable for everyone However, it is uncertain if everyone will utilize those advantages in real life K-12 helps anyone learn and reach their goals It starts with mastering the prior skills until things get crucial where it'll help attain higher education Apart from learning academically, students can also obtain independence which will help them build trust and confidence in themselves as they grow older Mastering basic skills is required to progress in any aspect of life; it can be about academics, family, and life From everything that K-12 offers, it is still uncertain if everyone will benefit from it Not everyone can afford another two years of learning experience that may or may not help them with their desired careers One problem anyone can encounter is being financially stable enough to afford those two additional years to continue their journey as learners n a world of learning, we have set our hearts to achieve the wildest dreams we can acquire for ourselves We all do our best to learn the things we're most interested
in to fulfill something that will satisfy us and will link in with our skills The real question is, "Is K12 ever essential for all learners?" A lot of people may say that K-12 is a basic school program and it is beneficial for all people Before, it was only up to grade 10, now the school program added two more years that we all know as senior high school From everything that K-12 offers, it is still uncertain if everyone will benefit from it Not everyone can afford another two years of learning experience that may or may not help them with their desired careers One problem anyone can encounter is being financially stable enough to afford those two additional years to continue their journey as learners
DDearEditor-In-Chief, earEditor-In-Chief, I hope this letter finds you well I am a Grade 10 student struggling to escape a personal tussle that affects a large number of students in our school: poor time management and its negative widespread impact on our schoolwork with ticking deadlines
have learned the hard way that failure to manage time effectively can have a negative impact on the quality and productivity of work inside and outside of the campus This has an impact not only on individuals, but also on the overall harmony of the class, especially during group activities where the cooperation of every member is in high demand I noticed that an apparent result of this is the increased stress and burnouts that Im sure is being felt by a lot of my schoolmates The pressure to meet deadlines and obligations whether at school or at home clearly has a negative impact on our health, physically and mentally As a learner, I feel like a tripod standing still, facing the consequences of my procrastination, which affects my ability to complete my assignments properly and on time What should I prioritize? Can you provide insights and strategies on how to manage time properly not only for me but also for my fellow Rocesians who are facing similar challenges? Respectfully yours, Liam John V Delgado Grade 10, Emilio Aguinaldo
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Second we all know that having a bucket list of things to do makes it hard to manage your time And, as students wearehavingahardtimedealingwithourtimemanagementbecauseofourheavyworkloadsandthe usual result of poor time management the procrastination that leads to a cycle of missed deadlines and crammingthatwillaffectthequalityandproductivityofourwork Nobodycaneverbegiventheabilitytomultitask Nobodycouldaccomplishtwothingsatonce So inordertomanageour timeeffectivey weshoulddefineourgoalsfirstandprioritizetheurgentonesandtheimportantoneslater Youmustknow how to segregate tasks based on their importance and deadlines It is important to make your goal specific so you can be organizedwhiledoingyourtask Weshouldstartworkingonthetaskassoonastheteacherassignsitbecausetimewont waitforyoutodoit Moreover thefailuretoallocatetimewiselyhindersthepotentialofapersonandaffectsthequalityofwork Therefore we mustgetridofdistractions Weallknowthatitschallengingtoignoredistractionslikegadgets games orthenot-so-important things butsettingyourprioritiesandminimizingdistractionswil establishclearboundariesduringyourwork Achievingourgoalsrequiresadisciplinedtimemanagement Stayfocusedinthefaceofchalenges Doingallthesemeasurableandtimebound goas will result to high quality work productivity and stress reduction Though it is not easy to apply all of these strategies but havingperseverancecanovercometheobstaclestoachieveyourgoals Andofcourse dontforgettorestyourselfwhenyouredone Easing yourselfintobedandunwindingafterfinishingyourto-dolistisasatisfyingfeeling Itshardtorelaxwhenyouhaveundonetasks soits bettertofinishthemfirstbeforeunwinding Aftercompletingsuchexhaustingtasks indulgeyourselftoarelief Lizette Mikylla D. Miguel Editor-In-Chief Do you believe Do you believe that the K-12 that the K-12 curriculum is curriculum is necessary? necessary? (Out o f 1 0 0 R e s dnop )stne NO28% Y SE %27 K-12 is significant for social development K-12 encourages students to be socially active, as well as to be socially responsible to handle every conversation properly and carefully By interacting with each other, students can build relationships and enhance their communication skills with everyone Mastering social skills will be very helpful for the student's future It demonstrates that students have a lot of opportunities just by socializing; not being able to communicate their needs and strengths with others can lead to difficulties in their careers Similar to modernization, everything can now be processed online--teachers can now teach online, job requirements can also be done at home and all of it requires communication that can be obtained with the help of K-12 No one can still ensure that the K-12 curriculum is essential or not It still depends on the students, whether they are focused and willing to pursue their goals or determined to learn As stated, not everyone can afford to pay for it Each person has problems and difficulties know because this can help learners enhance their profession The K-12 Curriculum is essential but not for everyone ticizes the government can be red-tagged And, that sad truth poses a threat to our press freedom against any attempts to stifle the voices that seek to inform inform the public In defending press freedom, we not, only safeguard the rights of journalists the as enemies, thethreatofredtagging? ?
Das Cha-cha, is currently being prioritized by the government According to House Speaker Martin Romualdez, the 1987 constitution is no longer adaptive to the country’s needs and should be amended immediately President Ferdinand “Bong Bong” Marcos Jr said that the people’s initiative (PI) to amend the 1987 constitution is being acknowledged by the Congress Silent steps in these provisions are seen Spreading signature sheets across the country to seek the support of the people without careful deception and informative statements about this provision Is this really what the Filipinos seek for? Romualdez and House Leaders denied that they were the people behind this people’s initiative Democracy should be maintained by amending the 1987 constitution
Political dynasties and corruption filthy politics are no secret in this country If there is a strong suspicion that the government is abusing its power and is corrupt, how can we trust constitutional reform? The 1987 Constitution was amended to protect human rights and authoritarianism Do we think that the constitution is the problem in this country? Don’t let them use this as a tool to consolidate and abuse the power they have
Charter change is a need, but it is not the most needed action at this time Is the charter change meant to boost the Philippine economy? The primary reason for changing the constitution is to have economic provisions that are favorable to the economy and businesses, especially to foreign investors Thus after amending the 1987 constitution, it asserts that the social and economic problems of the country became worse Some laws aren’t benefiting ordinary people and are not applicable in this digital time Basically, all the problems were blamed on the 1987 constitution Is the Constitution the problem? Or the one’s leading the nation?
The government should heed the people because they need a livelihood and a wage, not Cha-cha It may have good intentions, but the government needs to deal with other pressing issues Cha-cha is not the answer to this economic crisis Why is the Congress focused on amending Cha-cha? After all it was not necessary at all until they made it so Focusing on this change instead of solving the already existing problems in this country is a better alternative to solving the Philippines economic crisis This is not what the Filipinos asked for Hear the Filipinos’ voice; give them what they need a livelihood and rights, not Cha-cha
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I am glad that the Department Education is capable of making decisions beneficial to our people. This is a towards creating a better education system in our country. We can be proud and say we brought the chalk back to teachers. POV: ROCESIANS “Yes I think that Catch-up Friday is helpful Since, Catch-up Friday not only allots time for students to improve their reading skills but also provdes an opportunity to learn and refine them while also teaching importantlessonsonhealth,values,andpeace” -KarlosAlino 8-SultanKudarat YUANMATHEULCALIMAG SOOTHINGLIBERATION reneechristelodulio bounded opportunity Yes one of the most looked forward school events is the JS prom Being a part of the JS Prom is a great experience that will never be replaced by anything Additonally it helps the students develop their social skils However as many of the families at our school are well aware, they are still working to recoup the financial losses they sustained as a result of the pandemic I may add that even though we mght desire to attend a JS prom we stll need to think about our financial situation -YsabellaDawnMorales,9-LourdesCruz Cha-cha is steep in cost The Philippines is currently facing economic challenges due to high inflation rates that hinder the economic growth of our country However, the anticipated allocated funds for Cha-cha hit P15 billion, which would have been used more efficiently to increase employment wages, and other opportunities that will help Filipinos After several rallies of Filipinos seeking funds and help that will strengthen their livelihood, they put the focus on the charter change These funds could be better spent on education, livelihood, and employment Due to being given these extra tasks, teachers aren’t able to give their full attention to their students. This will result in unproductive learning. As a student, I am one of those affected due to my teachers needing to complete these administrative tasks. My teacher being busy definitely affected my ability as a student. Consequently, when I heard of the news regarding the removal of administrative tasks from the workload of teachers. I was overjoyed. Given that our rooms were only equ pped with limited fans and the capacity of people per room were maxim zed which takes me back to the time when I frequently saw articles online about teachers students, and non-teaching personnels experiencing heat strokes headache and the worst wasdy ngbecauseoftheheat Additionally, investing in the development of the worker’s skill set through education is vital Prov ding qual ty techn cal and vocational education and training generates workers whose competencies align w th the needs of the workforce In a mixed economy the government plays a critical role n stab lizing the economy In the case of unemployment the creation of emp oyment opportunities can easily be achieved through the correct a location of funds This represents a rapid growth that the labor force is not able to capac tate This creates a surplus in the job market that results in increased unemployment The urgency of the job scarcity necessitates government intervention But with a global health crisis that necessitated stringent lockdown measures, the workforce collapsed This caused a domino effect of bus ness after business having to close down their operations exacerbating the job scarcity This coup ed with the government s inability to satisfactorily address these ssues warranted the GDP growth rate to dip to an all-time low of -9 5%, and the unemployment rate to rise to 17 6% in the year 2020 These challenges continue to persist in the present day with the most recent statistic from the Ph lippine Statistics Authority (PSA) estimating the unemployment rate of the country to be at 3 6% Meaning that rough y 1 83 mil ion Fi ipinos rema n out of work, affect ng 457 500 Filipino families espite the best efforts of the government to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic the economic consequences remain In the years preceding the pandemic the Philippines enjoyed a relatively stable economy; with the Duterte presidency marking the highest level of economic growth since 1986, averaging a 6 6 percent Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate for the years 2017 and 2018 However, government initiatives cannot be effective without the participation of its citizens Public involvement s at a crucial juncture in stimulating healthy economic growth C tizens can provide valuable insight that a ds the government in developing programs addressing unemployment The lack of income affects these low-to-no ncome households ability to invest in basic means of survival such as housing, healthcare, education, and even nourishment, sinking them into further poverty Beyond individual households, the unemp oyment rate also poses a direct impact on society as a whole With more and more Fil p nos unemployed this leads to a shortage in tax revenue wh ch l mits the government s spending ab ity on publ c serv ce programs and projects This includes programs and pro ects for welfare, infrastructure, public transportation, education, etc One ma or cause of the shortage of job opportunit es in the Philippines is the lack of technical skills and knowledge of Filipino workers intensified by the disruptions brought about by the pandemic The current education system continues to fa l short of equipping Fil p no workers with the adequate competencies demanded by the employment market This leads to fewer employment opportunit es for the everyday Filipino Another factor s the overpopulation problem in the Phi ippines The PSA projects the population to increase to 142 mill on by 2045 from 118 mi ion in 2024, translating to 3 F lipinos born per minute Unemployment is a mult faceted issue dr ven by var ous socio-economic factors It stems from a ack of satisfactory government interventions in both the education and emp oyment of the workforce in a struggling economy fo lowing the ramif cations of the COVID-19 pandemic However, through government m tigation and citizen nvolvement a pos tive impact on not only the economy but also the livelihoods and futures of 457 500 F lipino fami ies can be achieved OPINION VOL. AUG2023 FEB 2024 Stressed, overworked, exhausted, these are the words I would use to describe public school teachers in the Philippines. For the past few years, teachers have been pushed into positions where they have to take on administrative tasks without getting any additional pay. As a student studying in a “Public” Science High School in the midst of the dry season is never easy This means that teachers will be able to give their full attention in teaching their students. This will lead to a more conducive learning environment. Additionally, teachers will have a more healthy work-life balance due to the reduction in their workload. I can still clearly remember my experience last school year around Apri and May and how I coped with our situation It wasnt easy for us I remember chugging my water bottle yet still thirsty for more when I couldnt even finish my water on a normal day That was in the middle of our festival dance task so we really needed to do extra with our movements and that didn’t help with our situation at all That experience stilllingersatthebackofmymindand I surely don’t want to experience that again I believe that ad usting the school year has its ownprosandcons Studentswi lnotexperiencedry season in school because of the adjustment but lessons will be tackled sw ftly and activit es will eat them up It seems like the Department of Educat on (DepEd)stillhassome polic es tofol owevenwhen th ssituationisnotclearlyallaboutknow edgenow; the stake of our future generation and our teachers areatrisk Nevertheless me you,andourcountryscitizens should help one another to help our voices be heard Stand our ground this is a serious matter aboutourhealth That scenario made me th nk do government officialsrea lycareforus?Ormaybetheydon’thave the guts to do something urgent about t because they havent experienced any ssues regarding heat because of their air-conditioned offices from our money? Investing in independent business ventures contributes to the employment pool by generating jobs and skill development opportunities for individuals seeking employment
ions of voices seek livelihood, ghts, and a better economy, stead, they serve us Cha-cha change, also known
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Is Catch-Up Friday helpful?
What are your thoughts on the removal of “star section”? Personally I think it has its pros and cons The pro being that the separation of "average" students from scholarly studentsmostyresultsinhighpressureanddiscrminationisnowgone Althoughthemaorityof us have always been used to having a cream section as students it can be difficult to adjust especially for thosewhowereapartofone -MonicaUgaban 10-ManuelQuezon
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Hear the Hear the Filipinos’ Filipinos’ voice; give voice; give them what they need—a what need a livelihood and rights livelihood and rights, not , not Cha-Cha Cha-Cha.
It is unjustifiable for the president to say that he doesn't want himself to be the cause of traffic Because we're living in the Philippines, we're ranked fifth in the world’s most trafficked country Even if he went out to the public dressed unrecognizable traffic would still be there What he did can be considered an abuse of power since he used the official’s resources for a non-official activity The thing that he did cannot be justified by any statement And obviously his statement was only said to make us believe that what he did was for the sake of the Filipino people when in fact it's for his and his family's
When the commuters have been suffering complaining and suggesting for years and years that the problem regarding traffic should be prioritized, the president has taken no action It is just unfair how the president manages to go to the
hassle-free while some have missed the first few minutes of the
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Yes it is not acceptable Vehicle or not it is still morally wrong to use something that is not yours for your benefit It is the taxpayers’ money that was used to buy the vehicle that will be used by the president in his job to help people all over the country
THE OFFICIAL ENGLISH PUBLICATION OF DON ALEJANDRO ROCES SR. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL In recent years it seems to appear that teenagers tend to base off every bit of their own personality based on what they see on social media And soon enough, they begin to ose touch with reality That same thing that happen right before one’s eyes in terms of fall ng in love This generation seeks to find their so-cal ed dream man by fantasizing actors through T kTok edits (clue: Jacob Elordi) So, where s the ove gone? The whole country grieved to the loss of a decade-long relationship Kathniel From full-blown adults, the words spread out like wildfire when Kathryn Bernardo first sh post regarding their breakup The post now accumulating over 6 million ikes be instant topic overnight across all social media platforms, whether an outside force the breakup to happen or was it just a mere falling out of love because they really the one for each other? Questions ike this made the people wonder if Tr truly exist But honestly, the way I can see it, it was just the people s imaginati shattered apart Only w th hardships can a relationship be tested through time Do not get me wron think Kathniel didn’t have any fights throughout their relat onship It’s just that I th re at onship was too much of a standard for Filipinos to the point where they all t every day s rainbows-and-sunshine for the ex-couple They became the standard men and women to find these attributes to their partners It ed up to the po nt wh teenagers en oy ng the beautiful week-long no-label relationsh p they have w situationship to find these standards Kathniel set PhotobyManilaBulletin PhotofromCarousell PhotofromPinterest SAMANTHAEZZIESASTRE TAKEOVER mariaantonettessanjuan chapterclosed PUT ONE FOOT IN PUT ONE FOOT IN There have been so many instances where some of the government officials here in the Philippines use and exploit Philippine government property for their own benefit and advantage An example of this situation happened on January 19, 2024, in the Philippine Arena, where the world tour concert of the British rock band Coldplay happened President Marcos and his family were spotted using the presidential helicopter as a mode of transportation to go to the concert, which caused an outcry in the general public The President’s Security Group said in a statement that the President and his family used the presidential helicopter due to the unforeseen heavy traffic that occurred along the way to the concert President Ferdinand Marcos Jr also added that he did ride the presidential chopper, as he didn't want himself to be the cause of traffic
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benefit because they grew up in a luxurious life and are not used to going through hardships before getting what they desire They should have put themselves in other Filipino shoes who traveled and experienced traffic every day before deciding to use the helicopter But it is important to remember that a though it is wonderful to have the idea of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla’s relationship in one’s life every person br ngs something different to the table Different flavors, and different layers They succeeded to make their relationsh p last for 11 years because they found out how to relish and understand the r differences and make a fusion out of it And this should be the key takeaway for people to get from their relationsh p As for the cheating that is a story for another day In conclusion social media is a dangerous p ace if one chooses to In all aspects especially in seeking love it is important to always f lter out what you think is real, and what you think is ust made for media The power s always on your hand and make wise decis ons from it A Growing Issue of an Old Strategy FRONT OF YOU FRONT OF YOU BY: IRISH ANGEL CALLUENG BY: IRISH ANGEL CALLUENG
“Whatisitthatwefightfor?Whatisthereto wininlife'severlastingcompetition?Has anyoneeverachievedthatpreciousand momentoustriumph?"
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IenvelopmyselfinthesethoughtsasIdepart andheadofftotheColosseumofsuccess.Todayis anotherdaytocompete,toprevail,andtoprosper. TosucceediswhatImustdoasoneofthemillions ofstudentsinthecountry,andyet,Icannothelp butthinkotherwise.
AsIbearwitnesstotheshantyneighborhoods, thedirtandpollution,andthemenandwomenon the streets, I am reminded that I have a responsibility.Itisourresponsibilitytobethe hopeofmycountryandanagentofchange.
Itisuswhomustconquerthepathtowardsthe country'sfuture.Forthesakeofthoseinthepast whohavesacrificedthemselvesinordertoattain theirmostprizedpossession,abrightfutureforthis
By: Abby Jane D. San Diego
Yesterdaywasasleeplessnight,spendingallthe hoursthinkingofagoodoutfit,planninghowI
spendthedaywithfriends,andsomuchmorerunning throughmymind.Wearingthecolorofmygradelevel, Ientertheenormousgateofourcampus.Icanfeelmy heartabouttoburstoutofexcitement.Asagraduating Rocesian,thisismyfirstandlastactualfoundationday inDARSSTHS,aftergoingthroughthepandemic years.
Playingfromthespeaker,“Nahihilo,nalilito,asan ba‘kosayo?Aasabakosayo?”
Standingattheschoolgroundsfullofcrowd,the boomingbeatsofspeakersareharmonizingperfectly withthechantsofmyfellowrocesians.Thecontagious cheersblendwiththeairaseveryonejoinsinwiththe song,makingitimpossibletoresisttosingalong.
FeelingthebreezeofthewindasIwalkaround thecampus,hearingcheersfromdifferentclubbooths. Seizingtoenjoythismomentwithmyfriend,checking everybooththatwewalkby.
Anoverwhelmingfeelingcomescrashingdownto measIstarttothinkwhatboothtogotowithmy friend,“Uybeh,saangboothtayopupunta?”Shesaid. Withallofthechoiceswehad,wedidn’tknowwhatto choosefirst.
Afterafewminutesofthinking,weheadtoourfirst booth,themessageboothhandledbytheSocialStudies Club.Notknowingwhotowriteamessagefor,myfr-
country. I mustn't think mustn'tfalter.IfIlose, country.
Astheburningsun vehicle carries us ever destination, I glimpse students.Ifeltdistantfrom moment,theyaremycom mustcompetetowin.There sofewwhocangetthetop manycanlose.
Everyonehaslostatone lives,it’saterrifyingthought "But,"Ithought,"whenone getstronger.Lossisanimportant life."Losingsimplymeanstotryagain.
Thisisaridiculousthoug my fellow students as competitors enemies. They are there learn.Withoutthem,there elsetobearsuccessforourcountry.
iendandIwrotemessagesforeach thosenotessoon.“Tara,ibangboothsnaman,”Isaid.
By: By: Hariel Hariel Arquillano Arquillano
“Whatif…MysteryBoothngLiteraryGemsClub?” Smilingassherecommended,westartedwalkingtothe mysterybooth.Tooursurprise,thelinewaslong,full ofstudentswaitingfortheirturn.Aswewereaboutto lineup,wesuddenlygothungry.“Nagugutomako,bili tayosiomaisaMAPEHDepartment!”Shesaid.
“Eh!Kakaratinglangnatindito.”Ifought.“Eeeeh taranakasihuhu!Parangmasarapeh.”Shefoughtback. Thearomaofthefoodwassoalluring,wereally couldn’tresistbuyingit!Wecouldsmellitfromafar. Tasting the food, we can only say, “It was MAPEHLICIOUS!”Enjoyingeachbiteaswethinkof thenextplacetoproceedto.
Thewholeday,weweregoingcirclesaroundthe campus,checkingonandoffourownclubboothaswe stillhadresponsibilitiesthere,whilewealsotriedother places.“Anobayanteh,purotayolakadnapapagodna ako.Tara,photobooth!”Iexclaimed,eagertogotothe photoboothtocaptureamomentwithmyfriend.
Toourluck,thecamerafromthephotoboothdied asitwasourturntohavepictures,butwedidn’twant towasteanyopportunitytoposewiththepropsand backgroundthatwaspreparedbytheRocesFilipino Club.Wepickedupapropandgotreadytotakeshots usingourphonecamera.“1,2,3,smile!”.Eachtimethe camerashutters,Isharegiggleswithmyfriendaswe strikeplayfulposes.“Tayonanamanmagkasama,hays.”
Weendedourdaychillinginsidetheroomofour
“I need a break.”
fillingtheroomwithlaughteraswespillchismis andtellfunnyandscarystoriestoeachother. “Huysinoyangnasalikodmo?”myfriends attemptedtoscareme,inwhichthey succeeded.
Althoughweweren’table
togetintonumerousboothsand spend ourtime challenging ourselveswithgames,westill enjoyedmakingmemories witheachother,andwith otherRocesiansThesmall momentsreallymadeus smilethroughouttheday, evenifthesunnyweather transitionedintoarainy oneThiswasdefinitely amemorablefirstand lastfacetofacefoundation dayasagraduatingRocesian.Wemaximized ourtimeseizingevery moment,anditwastruly successful
Happy 72nd Foundation Day, Rocesians!
I murmur beneath my breath to the conscious fact that I clearly said the same exact phrase several minutes ago. I knew that the closest thing I had to intense focus was betting on another raindrop sliding down my window to see if it would reach the frame before all the others did. It was a cycle I was starting to hate, or rather, a cycle that became the root of my growing spite for myself.
absolute flaw with what I was doing, but I couldn’t seem to pin-point what.
Am I studying properly? Are my habits actually helping me the way they’re supposed to? Is what I’m doing worth my time? Do I even deserve the break my physique has been wanting? To all the questions, I was left puzzled. It was like the voice in my head was telling me no. Except…
thebestofmyabilitybeforeIjumpoff myseatandagreewithher Inaheartbeat,thetypingbubblestartedtodance onmyscreen
Having to reset my study timer every time the corner of my eye catches something that drifts me far off my goal to actually study became more tiring than the thought process of analyzing what my teachers were saying during our robust classroom discussions. It felt as if my body was interested in all the other things in the world besides my textbooks and notes. I knew that there was an
You deserve a break. Let’s go out sometime. A notification from my best friend pops on my phone’s lock screen. Oh, I could tell you about how that sound made my head instantaneously turn. It was like our minds clicked at the same moment.
No, I don’t think so. I haven’t even started with any of my requirements yet I feel so tired. I reply, fighting my own thoughts to
You do And you’re tired because you haven’tletyourselfabsorbbeingtired I stare at the screen to read her message for better comprehension She was right My focus was adrift because I have spent the entirety of my day facing my computer, trying several techniques of studying to see which worked best But the reason why my head was completely uninterested was because it was telling my body that I was tired And that, in order to keep going, I needed to ease thetensionthathadformed I need a break I say to myself again But thistime,aproperone
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By: Elijah FRANCO C tamse
It was a winter night, cold and dark Everyone is just lining up and minding their own business A train with 10 sections has arrived There is a group of operators and surprisingly, they have strict rules They separated the people into different sections, and you were put on the last Section 10 Confused everyone was experiencing mixed emotions as they entered the train Some are smiling, and some are anxious You asked one of the people, and they just walked like the world is on mute You asked again but still no response Bewildered from what s happening Told yourself to just get over it and walk to your section Along your walk, you keep seeing people terrified, anxious, and still in sections 6, 7, 8, and 9 Wondering why?
Then finally reached your section Felt the loud gloomy aura from all the people in there This time, you asked one of them What has happened here? Why does everyone look so afraid?” and luckily he answered “They don’t care about the people here They treat us unfairly because of our status They hate us Surprised to hear this and felt miserable Now, you look at the surroundings
I thoroughly liked the concept of I thoroughly liked the concept of Catch-Up Fridays for January as it Catch-Up for as it focuses on reading With the weight of focuses on With the weight of academic obligations and pressure academic and pressure constantly on my shoulders, I’ve barely on my shoulders I’ve barely made time to skim over my bookshelf made time to skim over my bookshelf and add the weight of a book on my add weight of a book on my hands But the first month of Catch-Up But of Catch-Up Fridays gave me the opportunity to Fridays gave me the opportunity to take the weight of academics off my take the of off my shoulders for a bit and instead take shoulders for and instead take upon the pleasant weight of an pleasant weight an insightful book My greatly favored My favored Fridays became a thing of more Fridays became a thing more specialty to me as each hour passed specialty to me as each hour passed with me reading a book with me reading a book
As Catch-Up Fridays prevail we can As Catch-Up Fridays prevail we can only wait for the answer to the wait for the answer to the question: Will this really bridge our Will this really our country’s learning gap? learning gap?
The place was rusting, and less space because of how many people were in there Disappointing Slowly sat near the window and saw how everyone was sticking to one ’ s knitting The breeze inside the room was screeching You are staring outside at how the frozen trees can be as cold as a glacier fell from where you are right now Tired and fell asleep Then dreamt of what happened to you back in school You were always put in the higher section Scavengers of endeavors Harbingers of success The Elites Every student was amazed parallel to being intimidated by your position Got the best grades and performance that any student could wish for All of the attention was grabbed by you and your section But there was something inside that had been marking you and your classmates lives in deep regret
In those people who honor you there was also something growing in them Something that can’t be undone Something that lives in every person who admires you Something like expectations These thoughts have been the ones that made your section do the hardest of the hardest and the ones that averted you from taking it down a notch You developed pressure Developed the fear of failing Just went to the path where everything was about trying to meet expectations Sleepless nights exerting effort in everything, and casually draining yourself Didn t get to experience or even see what everything looked like in the lower sections because teachers hindered you from doing so You wondered back then “What if I wasn’t put in here? What would happen to me? Will they still think of me as this?”
Felt deep sorrow and tears falling from your eyes back then I m tired I m confused and I don t know what to do anymore! All of these whispers are just too insane to handle,” you added in complete distress
Then you finally wake up, gasping, and the same feeling is flowing through your body Everyone is there around you trying to see if everything s fine Anxiously staring One of them asked,
Are you okay?
Then you burst into tears and hugged them Everything just flashed in your mind as you felt the biggest realization ever
The trip is done, and everyone just walks off the train like different people having different agendas You realize people shouldn’t be treated this way and so are students They need to stop the expectations that pressure students from being as free as they can be They need to break the barrier that only results in students thinking differently of each other They need to utilize an education system where every student is treated and educated equally fairly and free from high and low expectations Because in the end, everyone will be living their own lives in their own unique ways that ll eventually lead to their own success that even their astral body will meet the same fate as their physical one Without expectations and pressures Only in mind that they are the best version of themselves and can align the stars in the midst of diversity
And of course failure happens We faced challenges that shaped us to grow Life has always taught us that it is a series of struggles and setbacks Sometimes, you will just think of giving up because you have a lot of work to do But underneath those are victories and triumphs that we share As I continued my journey as an EIC it was a delightful feeling to see my Flint staffers have their victories The joy of seeing the team grow and witnessing their triumphs I experience, their dedication, and the passion
Being in this position isn’t easy It wasn’t about just writing articles; it was about writing memories I became stronger each day as an EIC I exchanged cries, laughs, victories, and memories with The Flint, which gave my high school journey a spark of light Teamwork became our foundation and the virtue of the news Integrity became our cornerstone, the accent of the youth, and the echo of the truth
Being an Editor-in-Chief is not a destination but a continuous journey of exploration.
Stepping down in this role I held for two years is like a wave of downheartedness Imagine that I spent my whole high school journey with The Flint, starting to be just a writer and becoming the highest position I spent two years trying to build a legacy for our publication The trust that was put in me is a great source of gratitude especially to our school paper adviser who trusted me to hold this role for two terms, Sir Edmark It’s an honor to achieve this kind of legacy
Passing the torch on to my next successor is an honor I can confidently say that I left a legacy not just a collection of articles and trophies, but a dedication, resilience, and commitment to this journalism To the future Editor-in-Chief as you step into this role remember that you hold a promising position that needs to be filled with dedication You have your team at your back And I will always hope that you learned a lot in the span of my term
Being the Flint is an honor We all aim to be the best campus journalists, so continue to be a virtue of the news, the voice of the youth, and the echo of the truth!
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Imagine yourself waiting in line for a train to get through a very long trip
By: Raya Laurel Untalan
Are you coquette? What s your roman empire ? Are you a ‘backburner’? Would you be a ‘Reputation’ or ‘Lover’ girlie? Do you have a negative or positive canthal tilt?
The popularity of micro-trends grew through the isolation of teenagers globally With the kickstart of categorizing people in sides like ‘Alt TikTok’ or ‘Straight TikTok’ during the 2020 TikTok storm It only grew from there as the masses commodified the niche and obscure; what would have been simple thrifts and treasures would be sold in Instagram shops at fourteen thousand pesos
With the constantly emerging sub-groups and trends people like to secure themselves into an identity that doesn’t hold true to themselves Fitting into a collective personality that was bred from stereotypes and standards Take for example the Y2K Aesthetic; it isn t representative of what the fashion was in the 2000s yet it grew to be a style of its own
BY:ANGELIQUEREIGNDELROSARIO BY:ANGELIQUEREIGNDELROSARIO
Living throughout the years of Rodrigo Roa Dutertes presidential term is a battle fought by those living in the dumpsters He
Although nothing is wrong with his intentions, the way he did it became the issue He fought a war with war He abused the position that led him to withdraw the Philippines, where the rest of the people like him are being held accountable overstepped the power he holds He crossed the limits where boundaries were made highly
He took greed in removing criminals in the country
"Tatsulok", Bamboo
The International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is what keeps national leaders accountable for the actions they take to maintain peace and justice in their country They stand for morality and fairness So, withdrawing our country from the ICC really means that something is wrong with how our leaders respond to the justice system in our country
War on Drugs
That order by the former president, Duterte, became the reason why our country has withdrawn from the ICC The war on drugs that happened was against human rights as it went through the process of extrajudicial killings It goes through the process of directly executing criminals, especially those who are high on drugs, without a legal framework Basically, not implementing the rights that every person has
Five years It has been five years since we have withdrawn And throughout those five years, abuse of power had become common for officials Unlawful laws are here and there Unpassed safety and protection bills because of the bias, misogyny, and discrimination of officials here and there
And who made those higher-ups accountable for their inhumane acts? No one But now, it has been a hot topic whether the ICC should be back or not Is this now the time when they will be held liable for what theyve done?
The Senate and Congress have been stirring this tea to the ground as the vice president and daughter of the former president, Sara Duterte, is boiling hot with this issue Having the ICC back means to investigate furthermore the doings made by the former president Duterte while he was still the mayor of Davao In which thousands were affected by his order
By:Ma AngelaP Palingcod
Although it has been clear that the ICC has no jurisdiction over the Philippines no jurisdiction to investigate and open cases for the former president judiciary and lawmakers want to reconsider as it urges the government to rethink The Philippine government failed to implement human rights for every Filipino, so someone higher needs to step in The Philippine government became one-sided in investigating the killings, so the International Criminal Court has opened itself to looking thoroughly at crimes against humanity If the citizens are being held accountable, the people in positions should also be
"Habang may tatsulok at sila ang nasa tuktok
Di matatapos itong gulo " - "Tatsulok" Bamboo
The Philippines is a democratic country where the government is a circus and the elected are clowns It is important for them to watch themselves to see how they perform It is important that someone keeps them in order to make sure no one gets hurt for their jokes If the audience gets to behave while living the moment of the clowns performances, then the clowns need to learn to play with fire carefully They need to put their act right
Now, as the ICC returns, is it hello, accountability and good-bye, corruption? Hello, accessibility, and good-bye inhumane actions? Hello, transparency and visibility, and good-bye, backward evolution?
“You’re not learning; you’re just memorizing
We should start to use our learning and stop memorizing for the sake of passing
THE OFFICIAL ENGLISH PUBLICATION OF DON ALEJANDRO ROCES SR. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL VOL. AUG2023 024 Hangga 'tmaramiang lugmoksa KAHIRAPAN AtangHUSTISIYA ay paralangsa MAYAMAN Periodical Exams: Measuring Knowledge or Holding Memories? Periodic exams quizzes, or other assessment tests are part of education as they are believed to be crucial in assessing and evaluating each student’s learning Most people believed that those exam results were essential in identifying areas of improvement for a student and testing their critical and logical thinking
sound of a ticking clock echoed in my ears as I kept eye with my test paper in front of me, trying to remember what terms and lessons Id memorized last night Blank walls white ceilings and hollow halls were complete descriptions of my mind as I heard an unknown voice whispering, trying to say something And its whispers are growing revealing its cryptic message
for the sake of passing ” Flooding and showering me with different thoughts and feelings as I completely hear what it says, making me wonder If we tend to memorize our lessons and not review them to understand them, then what is the real purpose of those exams? Is it to assess our knowledge of the topic or test how good we are at memorizing?
Yet, a shadow of the goal that aims to have better or higher grades envelops the wide minds of academic landscapes If these periodical exams are the ultimate basis for assessing ones knowledge, then the weight of expectations may pressure a student to perform well in exams and concentrate more on memorizing than on understanding the information and truly comprehending it If most students prefer short-term memory in terms of knowledge rather than long-term memory of information, then the exams will not be an accurate reflection of their knowledge Exams should not be memory tests but rather assessments of learned abilities and applied knowledge If all we do is memorize the material to pass and not study how will we ever become competent? Reality shattered the illusion of waves crashing against the shore after a deep ocean-like realization Indeed, were struggling to answer our exams since we tend to use our memories rather than the knowledge we have learned Maybe some still answer with the knowledge and learning that they have but most do not Now allow me to restate those inner whispers:
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Although not a new idea, first appearing in the 40s and 50s, AI has significantly improved With new AI tools, from making art to essays, this is the time when a futuristic concept finally becomes a reality Some feared that this new technology could take their jobs, and have sparked many controversies the same way the Stepped Reckoner was feared when it was new Now with such delicate technology, what are the uses of it? How will such technology affect our daily lives? And is it really the future of science and technology?
art and photos based on a person's preference Other types of tools can help with specific tasks and are highly flexible This is one of the reasons why AI is beneficial However, due to this, AI can be a dangerous tool if put in the wrong hands Recently, it has been utilized for scams and even impersonating celebrities and powerful people Because of this, it is always necessary to be careful on the internet and follow netiquette
The essential purpose of a claw hammer is to drive nails, yet it can be manipulated to create havoc The same goes for today s artificial intelligence However, modern AI is still new and can further advance in the future The same goes for the Stepped Reckoner Modern artificial intelligence is still new, yet it can lead to further innovation in our understanding of technology and possibly set the new path for digital technology Truly, artificial intelligence will lead to the future of technology
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Returning to the main topic what are Kangkong Chips? It is a crispy deep-fried Filipino appetizer made from Kangkong leaves coated with egg and flour It is typically eaten dipped in various sauces or mayonnaise It was started by an 18-year-old man who is now an entrepreneur and CEO of his
is a leafy green vegetable commonly found in various East and Southeast Asian cuisines Similar to spinach or watercress it is an adaptable ingredient often used in stir-fried or as a nutritious addition to various dishes When properly cooked its leaves are tender and flavorful ready to be enjoyed in different ways
rees are the ones that embellish our world into the most habitable place in the galaxy. Living things benefit so much in their function. They filter oxygen, isolate greenhouse gasses, maintain temperature, absorb pollutants, and secrete food. Taking care of them has become one of the lifetime responsibilities that will protect us from the detrimental effects it will bring to our nature, particularly climate change.
Thus, humans are also entitled to produce more of them. We can say that tree planting is one of the sustainable approaches we can take to mitigate climate change.
Don Alejandro Roces Senior Science and Technology High School (DARSSTHS) has once again done a great job in doing this small, yet remarkable activity held on the whole campus premises. Starting with the beloved principal, Dr. Marivic B. Francisco, who planned this environment-friendly activity. Then, the other school admins, heads, and student leaders took the initiative to volunteer and make this activity successful. This event proved promising as a clean-up drive and waste segregation activities were implemented. It was a moment of triumph and a sense of achievement for everyone involved as they accomplished one of the orders that mother nature has always asked for and saw themselves as the prospects of what the future holds for our environment and our people. i T
Climate Change has been one of the challenging prospects encountered by every country. It refers to the long-term shift in temperature and weather patterns of a specific area due to enhanced greenhouse gas levels (GHGs) known as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) reaching our atmosphere. These cause a variety of catastrophic calamities that immensely affect the entire human race, such as soil erosion, floods, and global warming. Trees have been the dominant wardens that kept these effects from happening.
Hope for the near-extinct Northern White Rhino
By: Gabriel Jacob Kimpo
Just this year, scientists have achieved a major achievement for wildlife conservation: the first-ever rhino pregnancy through in vitro fertilization (IVF), representing a huge step forward in the effort to save Africa's Northern White Rhinoceros from the brink of extinction. After years of devoted research, this positive result shows the potential of assisted reproductive technology to help critically endangered species.
Scientists recently announced the success of a lab-assisted pregnancy involving the implantation of a Southern White Rhino embryo into a surrogate mother named Curra. While the surrogate, unfortunately, passed away from an unrelated bacterial infection a couple of months into her 16-month pregnancy, the discovery provided important proof of concept for the possibility of in vitro fertilization in rhino conservation.
The international team of scientists leading this research, known as the “BioRescue Project,” sees this achievement as a major step towards ensuring the survival of not only the Northern White Rhino, but also other endangered rhino species. The success of the embryo transfer and early stages of pregnancy, documented exclusively by National Geographic for an upcoming Explorer special, means the method can now be used for the critically endangered Northern White Rhino.
The Northern White Rhino is in danger of extinction since it has no males left, and the two that still exist are old females living in a heavily guarded reserve in Kenya called Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Urgent conservation measures are needed to save these unique species from extinction since the illegal demand for rhino horns is mostly to blame for the decrease in their population.
The achievement of a rhino pregnancy through in vitro fertilization marks an important milestone in the ongoing battle against extinction. The BioRescue Project's success in preserving the Northern White Rhino's genetic material provides hope for the future of rhino conservation. With persistent efforts from experts, there is hope that these magnificent and unique animals will one day return to roam the same areas that they previously called home.
A A SCIENCE THE FUTURE OF THE FUTURE OF TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY Today, modern or scientific calculators are commonly used, whether at a local grocery or the bank These scientific calculators are even used heavily for academic purposes, especially by mathematicians In today s modern times, multiple recent advancements of new technologies have developed and the concept of artificial intelligence (AI) has vastly improved n 1694, a Mathematician named Gottfried Leibniz created what we now call the Stepped Reckoner, a machine adept at basic arithmetic It was one of the first calculators ever made However this machine would cause fear in many mathematicians seeing it as a way to lose their jobs It was one of the first few cases of what we now know as technophobia AI: AI: KANGKONG CH KANGKONG CH THE FLINT THE FLINT WHERE NEWS SPARKS WITH VIEWS WHERE NEWS SPARKS WITH VIEWS
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A UNIQUE SNACK FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE owadays Kangkong Chips are becoming a trend among the masses because aside from being a unique and delicious snack, they offer many health benefits to our bodies Despite the unhealthy nature of snacks like sitsirya (chips), sweets and other processed foods often considered junk foods commonly consumed by the youth, a solution has emerged This snack is created not only for its tasty flavor but also for the healthy substances it can provide to our bodies Before delving deeper into Kangkong Chips it is essential to understand the meaning and significance of Kangkong in our healthy lifestyle What is Kangkong and where can it be found? Kangkong is popular in other parts of the world as water spinach Indigenous to Southeast Asia, the exact origin whether from China or India, is uncertain However, it continues to thrive in countries beyond the region such as Australia Maldives and New Guinea It also grows in selected U S states like California Hawaii Florida and Texas According to the Panlasang Pinoy website, Kangkong
business, "Kangkong Chips Original" Josh Mojica In an interview with GMA News, Josh shared that he decided to start a business to help his family Recognizing the uniqueness of Kangkong Chips he saw an opportunity in this vegetable making it his chosen business venture Aside from the easy availability of Kangkong, it also offers numerous health benefits, such as lower cholesterol levels, support for the digestive and immune systems a source of vitamins and minerals assistance against anemia prevention of cancer cells and promotion of good skin and hair The purpose of his business lies in the simple desire to provide Filipinos with a healthier alternative snack that is both delicious and affordable They also believe that healthy eating should not be asacrifice making it their mission to create snacks that are not only visually appealing and nutritious but also tasty for the masses N WORLD FIRST IVF RHINO PREGNANCY: WORLD FIRST IVF RHINO PREGNANCY: Photo from freepik com Photo by: Elijah FRANCO Tamse PLANTING PLANTING SEEDS OF SEEDS OF
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A curious and new engine design which claims to be a one-stroke engine has been making its rounds around the engineering internet, and for a good reason According to INNengine based in Granada, Spain, the engine does not have a crankshaft, a valve train, nor a cylinder head Not only that, but their website also claims that the engine is 70% smaller and lighter at 38 kg, has almost no vibrations and is cheaper to make while still delivering almost the same power as a conventional engine that weighs far greater than it Many people s attention has been piqued
to remain the same all throughout its cycle Let s go back to the bicycle example as the pedals rotate the leverage between the leverage between the downward force changes it is the easiest to pedal when the pedals are in a certain position than in another because the length of the lever relative to your legs changes By employing a slope and track setup also known as a swashplate setup for the pistons to move in instead of a crankshaft the lever never changes because the slope which never changes angle creates the leverage for the pistons Not only that but this moving parts and requires less space than a crankshaft This unique design allows for the improved efficiency while minimizing its space
The engine is without a doubt unique however many express concerns about its long-term reliability Most supposedly the swashplate and roller are one of the biggest points of failure as rollingelements generally undergo lots more stress than a bearing would in a crankshaft The pistonswould have to put intense pressure on the rollers while spinning at a speed multiple times greater than the engine s output rotation Still there have been multiple notable applications for the design as variants of the design are being developed for use in the aerospace industry as well as hybrid cars which use an internal combustion engine to produce electricity for motors While there is a chance that the engine could not reach widespread use much like its predecessors the
swashplate and opposed piston engine designs it could still find some use in other industries otherthan the automotive industry Even if it becomesniche like those previous designs it will still have
a noteworthy contribution to technology andengineering with its outstanding efficiency in power, weight, and space
While its benefits seem to be quite promising, the engine is still in testing and is not under massmass-production With the advantages that it offer offers, the design will surely find some use in power in power generation and other industries Even if it fails to reach widespread use the design would still be a great contribution to the world of engineering
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