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June-December 2014
REESMII goes for the 12th National Level Science Quest Ryan Christian I. Rafales
Five students of Ruther E. Esconde School of Multiple Intelligences, Inc. (REESMII) will compete for the 12th National Science Quest spearheaded by the Association of Science Educators in the Philippines (ASEP) on February 6-8, 2015 at Pasig National High School, Pasig City. The competition aims to promote academic excellence in Science and create camaraderie and sportsmanship among students and coaches. During the Regional Level Science Quest in October 18, 2014, two of the Grade 8 REESMII students bag awards in different categories. Kaila D. Reyes and Calista Juliana S. Velasquez, both placed second in
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the On-the-Spot Painting and Collage Making Competitions respectively. Moreover, three elementary level pupils namely: Kirstin Reyes, Grade 3; Jesus Mary Lambus, Grade 4; and own Cont. on page 2
School pride Last September 8, 2014, our Grade 6 student, Mark Ferdinand S. Sagala was declared as champion in the Division Mathematics Olympiad among 28 participants from the private schools. He represented our Bacoor City Division together with a student from the public school in “Asian Science and Mathematics Olympiad for Primary School (ASMOPS)” held at Serang Banten, Indonesia last November 914, 2014. Sixty (60) students
from Thailand, Malaysia, Ta i w a n , I n d o n e s i a a n d Philippines gathered together in this competition. Majority of the students were not firsttimers in an international competition. Mark got 21st rank among the abovementioned participants. Not bad at all for a first- timer like him. We are so proud of you, Mark! This international competition was organized by Surya Institute, one of the prestigious schools in Indonesia.
The joyous day for all employees of REESMII, the annual Christmas party celebration. It is the moment of excitement, surprises and entertainment. Gifts flow, foods and drinks unlimited, unending laughter and overflowing love experienced on December 20, 2014 held at the roof top of the REESMII main campus. This yearly celebration is spearheaded by our energetic School Director, Mr. Ruther E. Esconde and our blissful School Administrator, Ms. Joan E.
Esconde. The essence of this celebration is not merely concentrated on fun and games but most especially it is focused on the spirit of giving and sharing. This concept is based on how the family of Esconde shares their blessings not only to their employees but also to those who are needy and less fortunate. Lots of thrills are in store for all employees. But the most awaited part is the raffle draw in which the first price is the
astounding flat screen television, a cold cash of P5,000.00 for the second prize and a Samsung cellphone for the third price. All employees received Purefoods Fiesta ham and gifts from Sir Ruther and Ma'am Joan Esconde. Everybody went home with a smile in their face and a heart full of love, forgiveness, acceptance and peace that they will share not only during Christmas day but also every day as we continue the journey of our lives.
REESMII Joins Bacoor Youth Summit 2014
Mark Ferdinand S. Sagala with Sir Ferdie (R) and Sir Arjay (L).
The Hon. Ramon Revilla, Jr., Vice Governor of Cavite province in cooperation of the local government of Bacoor City, and Representative of Lone District of Bacoor, Hon. Lanie Revilla, conduct the Bacoor Youth Summit 2014 in December 12, 2014 with the theme “Kaya Kabataang Pinoy (KAYAKAP). Youth of all walks of life participate in the said event. The summit , held at Bacoor Coliseum, Bacoor City meant to encourage the young generation to be the future leaders of our nation. The guest of honor, Sen. Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. boosts the youth not only to be a good leader but
also a leader with a deep concern in the environment. He also connotes that awareness and preparedness must be included as special ingredients in saving one's life. He also tackled climate change that causes different disasters and calamities not only in the Philippines but also around the world. One of the guest speakers, Hon. Strike Revilla, Mayor of Bacoor City, stated that the youth must be courageous enough to avoid vices and decline in participating in the wrong acts that might be resulted to further problems in our community. Spirituality and moral
values also play an important topic integrated in the minds of the participants. Several pastors preached and enlighten the youth on how important God is in their lives.
VICE GOV. JOLO REVILLA
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News By Bryan Christian I. Rafales
REESMII’s official newspaper The first school organ of REESMII is born and it will be launched on December 29, 2014. The birth of this newspaper is conceptualized by the REESMII School Director, Mr. Ruther E. Esconde, School Administrator, Ms. Joan E. Esconde, and Alima School Head, Ms. Edith A.Fauni. The contributors of news content and articles are REESMII teachers and students who excel in writing, giving opinions and insights, disseminating information and
expressing thoughts through drawing. The discovery of the contributors' talent in writing and drawing is a big revelation and a stepping stone to a wide array in journalism. There will be two issues of the school newspaper, October and March of each school year. The content of news will not only concentrate in the school's events and activities but also an update of Bacoor City's important events and celebration. Also to be included are endeavors of the Department
of Education (DepEd). The Rutherian will likewise be a platform for the school to disseminate information for the parents about its plans that will surely benefit the students. The first issue of The Rutherian will also be used in the upcoming Regional School Paper Competition (RSPC) in Lipa City, Batangas. A great challenge for green apple writers but big opportunity to expound their writing abilities.
Augmentation to Indigent Children The City Government of Bacoor recently conducted the Augmentation to Indigent Children project last December 5 to share the spirit of Christmas to the children of the urban poor families of the city. Led by Mayor Strike Revilla, the project was conducted in cooperation with the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWD), Congresswoman Lani Mercado-Revilla and Vice Mayor Karen Sarino-Evaristo and the Sangguniang Panglungsod members. Speaking to his urban poor constituents, Mayor Strike emphasized the significance of sharing one's blessings with the needy especially during the Christmas season the time of joy and gladness to every child.
GRADE SCHOOL UPCOMING EVENTS Christine Marie C. Castillo
READING FEST 2014 Another anticipated event for the upper elementary students to enhance their reading skills. Last December 12, 2014 (Friday), we had the elimination for Reading Rush. Every student was given a short story and answers the questions about it. We had to read it as fast as we could, with comprehension, of course. This coming Wednesday, December 17, the actual activity, we will have story telling. Here, a common story shall be given to each participant. After a couple of minutes, each one shall re- tell the story in their own words. And the most exciting part of the festival is the Character Modelling. There are 14 students (from grade 4- 6) who will be portraying their favorite book or story character; will dress up like it and do some modelling. Not only that, some questions will also be given by the judges. Our event, an exciting one to improve our skills and talents!
REESMII's GIFT- GIVING 2014 This event shall be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014, through the Guidance Office and the Pupil Council. Another way to show love and concern this season of the year. Each student from the lower elementary was assigned to bring different canned goods and food items for Noche Buena. While the students in the upper elementary brought old & useable clothes and toys. These goods will be given to the recipients on the specified date. This year the school has chosen 30 children from Bagong Pook, Cavite City. We are excited to meet them, play with them and share what we have!
Typhoon Yolanda's First Anniversary
2014 RSPC participants in Bataan for Cliniquing December 15 to 17 - EPSs all over the Region IV-A conducted the Regional Schools Press Conference Cliniquing in both the elementary and high school level. This would be for the preparation of the upcoming RSPC 2015 competition on January. Lipa City proper, located at Batangas province hosted the training for all the DSPCs 1st, 2nd and 3rd ranked participants for individual (news writing, feature writing, editorial writing, editorial cartooning, copy reading/headline writing, photojournalism, sports writing, science and health) and group categories (radio broadcasting and collaborative publishing). The following 18 divisions: Tanuan City,Sta. Rosa City, San Pablo City, Dasmariñas City, Quezon Province, Rizal Province, Tayabas City, Cavite City, Batangas City, Laguna Province, Batangas Province, Bacoor City, Calamba City, Imus City, Lucena City, Antipolo City, and Cavite
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Province; participated on the training. Participants arrived on their respective billeting areas the day before the training, December 14, for the registration and as instructed by the EPSs. The program formally opened 8 o'clock in the morning, December 15, at the Canossa Academy. Right after that, the training followed and held at different venues: Inosloban-Marawoy Nat'l High School (news writing), Sen. Maria Kalaw Katigbak Mem. School (feature writing), Sen. Claro M. Recto Mem. School (sports writing), Brion Silva Mem. School (copy reading/headline writing), Bulacnin Nat'l High School (editorial writing), Gaudencio B. Lontoc Mem. School (editorial cartooning), Bolbok Nat'l High School (science and health), Teodoro M. Kalaw Mem. School (photojournalism) Padre Valerio M. Malabanan Mem. School (radio
broadcasting) and Canossa Academy (collaborative publishing). Assigned SPAs on each division guided the campus journalists throughout the activities and assignments given to them for the first two days of training. While the chosen trainers and speakers spearheaded the cliniquing to train up the pupils and students both in primary and secondary level to achieve the theme of campus journalism “Excellence is our culture and quality is our commitment.” December 17, the third and the last day of training, the participants went on their own venues to officially close the event and to have their last enrichment activity. As seen on the faces of our campus journalists in Region IV-A, goals set for the training were achieved. Evidently, they had the burning desires to defend the title of being the over-all champion last NSPC 2014.
November 8, 2014 The City of Tacloban reminisce the unfathomable destruction that typhoon Yolanda brought to them. The massive devastation, loss of lives, livelihood, infrastructures and total damage to our Mother Nature are the remains of catastrophe. This worst nightmare marked a scar in the heart of people of Tacloban City. The Honorable Alfred Romualdez, Mayor of the City of Tacloban, spearheaded the event together with the help of the members of the local government of Tacloban. People wore a black or white shirt with printed dictum on it that states: “Tindog Tacloban”, which means that each Taclobanon must stand strong beyond the destruction that Yolanda brought to their place. Before the day ended, the local government had commemorated the death of 10,000 people through massive candle lighting and lanterns. The citizens of Tacloban observed silence as they remember the unforgettable experience that they have survived while others mourn for the lost of their loved ones. It was a meaningful and emotional commemoration that challenges the people of Tacloban to be strong in times of trials and to have a deep faith in God Almighty that He will shield us with His love and protection. (Frances Anne De los Santos)
REESMII goes for the 12th National Level Science Quest From page 1
Adriene Jeanine Corales, Grade 5, were all first placers in the Collage Making Competition in their own grade categories. These students were part of the official representatives of Region IV-A (CALABARZON) 12th National Science Quest. On the other hand, Mikaela Gail M. Guinto, who won fourth place in the Grade 8 level Science Quiz Bee besting other 21 contestants from different schools commented, “It is not about the winning, it is about the learning. I'm just so happy for this chance and I'm looking forward for the next
competition.” Other REESMII student winners are as follows: Christine Marie Castillo, Grade 5, 3rd Place Impromptu Speaking; Margareth Bagnas, Grade 6, 5th Place Impromptu Speaking; Angela Esguerra, Grade 4, 4th Place On-the-Spot Painting; and Vienne Kayette Javier, Grade 6, 4th Place Essay Writing. Currently, the national level qualifiers are preparing for the rigid training they will undergo starting January 2015 under the mentoring of Mr. Louie A. Chin, Mr. Richard A. Fauni and Ms. Yama Sto. Domingo.
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Mayor Strike hands financial assistance Strike Scholarship Program for deserving students of Bacoor Mayor Strike Revilla led the distribution of financial assistance for his Strike Scholarship Program last Saturday, November 29 at the city plaza. Elementary and High school students were scheduled at 9:00 am and for college students 1:00 pm. The scholars, numbering to a thousand all in all, were all smile in accepting their financial assistance from
the mayor, assuring them of their regular school needs aside from having the opportunity to buy some Christmas gifts for themselves. The mayor personally handed his assistance to all his scholars. Aside from the regular financial assistance, Mayor Strike took also the opportunity to distributed Christmas gifts to the students and their families.
Celebrating REEMII’s 7th Foundation Day REEs Adopt-A-Child Project
December is truly a month of each other with kindness. All REE Grounds Alima ̶ birthday treat to parents who of ticket, they were able to enjoy giving REE Alima family had throughout the day, kids had fun October 16, Thursday, Alima's would be enrolling their children the booths established for the its thanksgiving project last as they participate in parlor school head, Mrs. Edith A. Fauni, next school year. celebration. The next day, Thursday, December 18, at the games together with McDo and officially declared the opening of T e a c h e r ' s p r e p a r e d October 17, the celebration had Alima Campus. The school company who conducted the one of the most awaited event of different booths such as jail been extended. The joy and fun head, Mrs. Edith A. Fauni entire fun activities. the year, the school's Foundation booth, movie booth, marriage continued together with a free spearheaded the event together As the day ended, the last Anniversary. booth, message booth, videoke meal given by our very own Mr. with Mrs. Jocelyn V. Chin, part of the program had its gift School's director Mr. booth, and game booths for the Esconde. Teachers assisted the elementary coordinator, and Mr. giving. Students and teachers Ruther E. Esconde invited students. Also, parents were g i v i n g o f f r e e h o t d o g s , Ricardo Vallada, high school gave the gifts and bags of everyone including the parents to privileged to freely have their doughnuts and juice. coordinator. groceries packed for each child. Everyone was able to celebrate the 7 t h year of business stalls settled up in the This project aimed to give Each group also prepared a p p r e c i a t e t h i s t w o - d a y back what had been given to foundation. Prior to this, Sir campus. messages for these kids that Students had really fun celebration and truly had days to them by God through grateful R u t h e r o ff e r e d e x c l u s i v e really touched their hearts. discounts for tuition fees as a because for only Php. 5.00 worth remember. service. Twenty five children Overflowing joy and happiness
School conducts yearly trash to cash project Ranelle Margarette R. Bagnas The school recently conducted the yearly Trash to Cash Project intended to provide some help to the needy. It is a yearly project of the school to collect trash of different kinds from the preschool to grade school students. Students were encouraged to bring old newspapers, magazines, used cartons, boxes, plastic bottles, cans, steel, old gadget, appliances and other recyclable materials which are already considered as junk.
Every brought item from each class were collected, weighed and was given corresponding points. The first weighed-in happened last November 27, 2014 with the following sections that got the highest points: Grade 3 Froebel - 39,932 points; Junior Kinder Apollo 11 - 8,068.35 points; Grade 4 Epicurus - 7,762.9 points; Grade 6 Gardner - 7,062.6 points; Grade 3 Locke - 6,846.55
points. December 15, 2014, was the last day that weighing-in was made for the last batch of trashes that the students brought. This effort is made through the help of the Grade School Pupil Council officers wherein they also learned the value of recycling and to maintain the goal of this project which is to help some less fortunate children during the gift- giving activity.
from helpless families were given a chance to be taken careoff by different group of students. As the program started, students welcomed the children with banners and approached
were all over the faces of the children as they marvel on their gifts. Through the efforts of everybody the project successfully achieved its goals: to thank, to share, and to love.
Maynilad Services Stretches in Bacoor City Once completed by the first quarter of 2015, the project is projected to connect some 3,000 households to Maynilad's distribution network. It will also improve the water pressure of almost 500 households from 7 pounds per square inch (psi) to 16 psi. It takes 7 psi to reach the second floor of a building. The project, which is part of the company's South Expansion Program, is expected to benefit households and establishments in Wood State Village, Molino Homes 1 and Kaunlaran, Subdivision, Kaunlaran Village Westside, Camella Homes Westside, City Homes Westside, Max Village We s t s i d e , L i k h a Vi l l a g e Westside, Meadows Park Westside, Elisa Homes Eastside and the University of Perpetual Help Molino Campus. To lessen inconvenience for motorists, Maynilad is closely coordinating with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the local government units of Bacoor City for the traffic rerouting schemes. All work sites will be fully enclosed by board-
up barricades, with appropriate lighting and traffic/warning signs, to help ensure public safety. Moreover, affected roads will be immediately restored with temporary asphalt pavement to make the roads passable. Prior to Maynilad's entry in Bacoor, Imus, Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario and Cavite City, residents in these areas were heavily dependent on individual shallow wells and unsafe, expensive water deliveries from private deep well operators. Maynilad is the largest private water concessionaire in the Philippines in terms of customer base. It is the concessionaire of the MWSS for the West Zone of the Greater Manila Area, which is composed of the cities of Manila (certain portions), Quezon City (certain portions), Makati (west of South Super Highway), Caloocan, Pasay, Parañaque, Las Piñas, M u n t i n l u p a , Va l e n z u e l a , Navotas and Malabon, all in Metro Manila; the cities of Cavite, Bacoor and Imus, and the towns of Kawit, Noveleta and Rosario, all in Cavite Province.
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Editorial Science Quest: Probing Knowledge Nowadays, life is changing rapidly. People are searching, trying to discover and develop things that will help for the continuous growth of life. In academe, the Department of Education (DepEd) is challenging the students to make significant achievements in the world of Science. The Ruther E. Esconde School of Multiple Intelligences, Inc. (REESMII) is cultivating numerous acumens of students both in academic and personal talents. It reveals the concealed gifts of every student, exposing the learners to various Science competitions allow them to enter the real world of Science in many ways thru quiz bees, public speaking, writings and singings and even in arts. REESMII also aims to make the students experience broad spectrum of experiments in the field of sciences in the future by providing complete laboratory apparatus and equipment that will stimulate the learners to make significant analysis, observations and conclusions leading to the latest advances in science. The quest in the field of science is an unending exploration. Changes are not inevitable, in our world, life and future. But one thing is for sure, REESMII will hone students that will become one of the professional achievers in science.
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Editorial Board RYAN CHRISTIAN I. RAFALES Editor in Chief JEM VINCENT R. PETRAS Associate Editor CHERVYN KYLE C. MADRID News Editor MIKAELA GAIL M. GUINTO Assistant News Editor DANA ALYSSA D. LONTOC Feature Editor ANDRE JOHN OLIVO Assistant Feature Editor JEDIDIA MAE G. DUEÑAS Science and Health Editor RENEE DOMINIQUE M. CASTILLO Assistant Science and Health Editor
MARIA CRISTINA DR. RAMIREZ Sports Editor TERESITA OCASLA Assistant Sports Editor ARCIE DAVID ARAHAN Photography Editor RAD ASHLEY G. ESGUERRA Assistant Photography Editor KAILA D. REYES Cartoonist MICAELA R. DELMONTE Lay-out Editor SARAH PATRICIA T. EUSEBIO Assistant Lay-out Editor JEIAN JOICE R. DELA CRUZ Copyreader DIANA ROSE F. FUSIN Assistant Publications Adviser JOCELYN V. CHIN Publications Adviser
A disease that can't be treated by doctors Ryan Christian I. Rafales Dr. Jose Rizal, President Benigno Aquino, Jr., Emilio Aguinaldo, Andres Bonifacio, and many other valiant heroes are the very faces which every Filipino should emulate. It is in them we find peace, we gain bravery and obtain freedom, it may be from other countries that want to conquer us or even some organizations in the Philippines that want to overthrow the government. They are the embodiment of hope; they are the ones who stood against oppressors with unrelenting courage and with undeniable wisdom. Since the declaration of independence of the Philippines, its people never
hesitate in fighting back on what is right. But every glory comes an irrefutable twist. Filipinos nowadays are being taken again, bit by bit by foreign countries not in terms of making war but in terms of productbuying. At first glance, this may seem so insignificant as to consider this a problem, but it is becoming worse every day. More and more people are captivated by the imported products because of the promise of being high quality. Every day, the news shows stories of how Filipinos are easily entranced by foreign people or things. Lots of people go to malls and buy tickets whenever their favorite foreign
celebrities will perform here in the Philippines. When purchasing cell phones, we prefer the imported brand rather patronizing our very own My Phone and Cherry Mobile. Even ordinary people are affected by the widespread disease of buying “ukay-ukay” (used clothes from foreign countries). What happened to the incomparable dauntlessness of our heroes? Have they been already forgotten? Every Filipino's heart and mind should be instilled with the fact they are FILIPINO. That they should patronize their own and that they should maintain the Filipino core values.
Our teachers, our second parents our heroes Jem Vincent Petras Our first teacher taught us how to count, recognized primary and secondary colors, read letters, write our names, nursery rhymes, draw basic shapes and manners and good conduct. As we grow older, our teachers never stop to guide us and continue nurturing our intelligences and talents. They also taught us lessons in life for us to remember the values that they planted in our hearts and minds. Teachers are considered the
people behind the scene because part of the success that every student reached is a piece of knowledge embedded in his mind by his dearest teachers. They also play the role of a gardener, who cultivates the talents of every child so that when it's time for them to shine, they will bloom to their fullest. But who are they, really? They are simple people whose mission in life is to share and expound knowledge to young learners until such time
that they are ready to face another chapter in their lives. And beyond that, they are our second parents willing to listen to our problems, always ready to take care of us, and also eager to fight for our rights. Thank you, teachers. A simple expression of gratitude is all I can give compared to countless efforts you have done. We thanked GOD for creating amazing people like you. We salute all teachers in the world!
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Youth: The Mirror of Hope Jem Vincent Petras A certain call summons every youth in Bacoor City in December 12, 2014. Youth walking pointing to one direction, Bacoor coliseum. An advocacy awaits to all young people who have the potential, the compulsion, and the disposition to renew the meaning of leadership, to promote and spread inspiration; and most of all, to brighten the future of our nation. This is the challenge of Bacoor Youth Summit 2014 with the theme “Kaya Kabataang Pinoy (KAYAKAP)”. Youth is believed to be the hope of our nation, attested by our National Hero Dr. Jose Rizal, who once said, “ With the utmost ability and capability to
do everything, we have the energy to do anything for a better change . And with that change is the answer.” What are these lines all about? It is the setting of good examples and the supreme tasks of leading and serving the public. It is also the thought of inspiring and giving away words of wisdom for the enlightenment of every youth's heart. Yet, youth of today's generation earned the reputation of being undisciplined, rebellious, harsh and exploited to many untoward situations in life that gradually make them pain in the society. The ideal youth slowly fades away, only few left, surviving and
struggling to redeem the true meaning of youth, the hope of our nation. T h e B a c o o r Yo u t h Summit 2014 gives hope and insight to the young generation. It makes all youth understand that whatever our status in society is, regardless if we're out of school youth or not and whoever we are, we are all given equal chances to prove that we, the young generation, are the strong pillars and foundations of our country. As youth, we must be ready to face all the challenges in life. If we fail, we must learn how stand up with courage to move on and start again. If we commit mistakes, learn from it and live life to its fullest.
Colonial Mentality Jem Vincent Petras “Paris!” This would be the usual answer when you're going to ask an ordinary teenage girl what her dream destination would be. If not, she would say, “Korea!” And for sure, if her friends are around her, she'll start giggling and singing Korean pop songs as if there's no tomorrow. If you will notice most Filipinos prefer to visit foreign countries rather than exploring the beauty of our own country. And I bet you, if you will ask Filipinos if they know what islands among the 7107 islands
we have in our country had already names, they will simply smile or either bows their heads with shame. Why do Filipinos imitate foreigners? Why do we want to be like them and practicing their cultures? Why do we patronize their products rather than supporting our own goods? Why do we love their music more than our own compositions? The answer is loud and clear, some Filipinos are suffering from a contagious disorder called colonial
mentality. Literally, it is not an illness that affects our body, but merely our patriotism to our country. There's nothing wrong if we use imported goods or listening and buying compact discs of foreign artists. Or even cooking foreign dishes rather than preparing traditional Filipino foods. There are no do's and don'ts with our preference in life. But we must bear in our minds that we must learn to love ourselves first before we expect others to love us.
POP! Overpowering the People's Mind Jem Vincent Petras “Go sexy, go sexy, go sexy, sexy love!” This is an excerpt from the highgrossing romantic movie, “She's Dating the Gangster.” It is when Athena, the female lead, cheers Kenji, the male lead role on his basketball match. And ever since the line was said, it becomes popular, as well as the movie itself. The film became a big hit especially for teenagers. And they popularized the aforementioned line; almost every fan girl knows it. But not only the movie “She's Dating the Gangster”, there are more romantic-comedy and teen-oriented movies that can be
watched such as “DNP” and “Talk Back and you're Dead”. Where did these come from? Why did they become popular? What make people patronize them? And finally, the big question is: Why do us Filipinos tend to go crazy and adopt pop culture nowadays? In this modern and techy world, almost all people know the term “wattpad”. What is it anyway? It is a social networking site that allows author wannabes to share their writing skills in publishing their works. And also, as a member of this site, you can read other people's works and promote them too.
Couple of years ago, wattpad in the Philippines became a trend because of the novel “She's Dating the Gangster” A lot of people became a fan of it and followed the characters 'story till the end. It became an inspiration to the readers, and gave birth to a lot of successful stories following “She's Dating the Gangster.” Pop culture intensified, and at last, three stories from wattpad were granted to be portrayed as films this year. Pop fiction in the Philippines had already invaded everyone's heart, and still continues to progress and touch the life of every Filipino.
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The REESMII guidance and discipline office With service as one of its primary mission, The Guidance and Discipline Office takes on the noble task to work under the school administration with the faculty, personnel and parents in discovering, understanding and accepting the many aspects of every child's personality, taking into account the value and uniqueness of each student- and respecting the uniqueness, helping them to uncover, hone and value their smartness as they mature into individuals with values of love, faith and service embedded in their minds and hearts. The Guidance and Discipline Office, as its ultimate goal, should be an instrument in guiding each student to become an utmost human, God-loving and Filipino in being and in spirit that is obedient and responsive to the call of what is dynamic, excellent and innovative a vivid model of a Rutherian. It is an utmost objective of the Guidance Counselor that the Guidance Office must NOT be looked upon with fear or a place for punishment by the students instead a place where they can be provided with comfort, friendship, sincere concern and enlightenment. Thus, with the belief that “discipline” is a misnomer of guidance and counseling department the term may not be included in the office. More so, it has been requested that DISCIPLINE committee per department be created who may be headed by the department heads or tenured teachers under the department. This will help create a more appealing perception about the Guidance department. The Guidance personnel, however, can function as the investigating personnel and grievance personnel who can confer with fuming parents but the sanction will be deliberated on and approved by the Discipline Committee. Lastly, the Guidance Office aims to constantly review and analyze the disciplinary cases and the corresponding sanctions of the students. It is believed that in so doing, the office will be successful in guiding every student to adjust to the dynamic aspect of life affecting their development through the discovery of their capabilities and the acceptance of their limitations without losing heart toward improving their lives.
Maestro of all times Music speaks what cannot be expressed, soothes the mind, and gives it rest, heals the heart and makes it whole, flows from heaven to the soul.” Music is everywhere. You can hear it anywhere you go, even the different noise that you can encounter all day long. But, you cannot distinguish the sounds or music that you hear if you don't have a background about it. I've known a person who is teaching music. He was in service of teaching in almost 31 years. He only focused himself on the music subject. He became a music teacher in 4 different schools. He started teaching this subject when he was 23 years old. It was his favorite subject because he loves to play different instruments and sing a song. As a teacher, he experienced different failure, struggles and happiness in service. The most unforgettable experienced he had when he was chosen as the best teacher in his past school. Out of five teachers, he stands out the most. During some activities held here in our school, he was always there who plays different songs using his best friend, a guitar. In his classes, he taught the students to play different instruments. He played different songs. Most of the students in the school love him so much because he is a kind-hearted teacher. Music is one of the favorite subject of the students because they enjoy sing a song together with him. They used some instruments in most of their activities so the students can learn how to use instruments. As a professional teacher we must dedicate ourselves in teaching. Actually, music is not that easy, we need time to practice and we need to love what we are doing. There are times that we feel tired of doing something, but we still encourage ourselves to do and fulfill the needs of our students. Music is not as simple as what we think what more if we teach music? Like him, he has a lot of patience, determination and will to teach the youth to become more competitive and knowledgeable about music. Music is a fun activity, everyone can be a good musician or a good singer, who knows that one of us, can be a successful one. Like what I said, he loves what he's doing so he can easily share and teach music subject, it can be a worthwhile activity, anytime and anywhere we can sing, and play instruments as long as we want. We salute our music maestro here in school, Mr. Raul “ Vhon” Francisco!
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REESMII grade school Pupil Council Most schools in the Philippines have its different kind of organization for the children's extra-curricular affiliations and one common kind of body is the student/pupil council. Students from elementary, high school or even college have this kind of program to train them in terms of leadership and governance. Through pupil council, students have the chance to tell teachers and school staff about their ideas, the elected officers meets regularly to talk about important school concerns and projects. REESMII Pupil Council is already part of the plan for the school year 2014 2015. Ms. Deserie P. Esquillo head of the Upper Elementary Department assigned her teachers; Ms. Marah Delos Santos and Ms. Jessa Buenavides as the advisers of the pupil council. On the 23rd of June this year, the pupil council advisers, Ms. Marah and Ms. Jessa gathered all the elected officers from each class and divided them into three groups, they were asked to create a name for their party list also a platform for the school. The body have come up with three parties, the first party was the Youth Party and Kristle Arvie S. Quinto as the running president of the team, the second party was the Green Party where in Wyne Delos Santos were the running president and lastly Vienne Kayette Javier was the running president under the Hope Party.
These parties had their campaign last June 30 to July 3, 2014 they visited each classroom and to their schoolmates they introduced their selves, the party name and project for the school. Like the actual campaign of real politicians in our country, these children also made an effort to give fliers, candies, items as give away for them to be known before the day of election. On the 4th of July, the Upper Elementary Department had the Meeting de Avance held at the roof top the activity area of
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the school; pupils were gathered from grade 4 to grade 6. In the Meeting De Avance candidates for the election introduced their selves and again presented their program as what they did during the campaign period. The meeting went well and ended peacefully according to what is expected. Monday July 7, 2014 the most waited moment of the candidates so as the voters. Students were given the chance to vote for their chosen party list and members, the election
Jem Vincent R. Petras
I sprinted to the platform and waited for the next train to arrive. The company I am working in is a broadcast agency (headquartered in Paris) so I'm heading for Normandy to do some research. The train is one of TGV trains, the fastest bullet train in France and perhaps, one of the fastest in the world. The thought of the train systems in the Philippines flashed in my mind out of a sudden. Train transport here in the land of baguettes, croissants and Mona Lisa is definitely modern and way, way better than that we have back home. Rail transport here in France will bring you to your destination with ease, while in the Philippines, it is a major problem- like our country never runs out of problems. We all know about how wretched the MRT system is now, right? Almost every day, passengers who are forcing themselves not to arrive late always get late no matter how much effort they put. Technical or line problems pester passengers but chooses to just live with it. They seem to start being hopeless. Dealing with the same hurdles everyday is now becoming the “new normal.” Though, commuters also complain about this to the DOTC. The said cabinet department kept on promising to alter the obstacles passengers always have to overcome, however only a few improvements were done- including the beep card. Yet, some people question why MRT or DOTC changed the paying system first before repairing necessary “adversities.” Since Marcos presidency, the LRT extension to Cavite province has never been brought to existence. My friend have noticed this and theorized that the start of construction will be moved until the next administration, until the next,
started at 8am and ended peacefully and successfully at 3pm. Vote counting's was held right after the election resulting to a mix ratio of pupils from different party. Wyne Delos Santos from Green party won as the president of pupil council, Cresemelle Gale Sapin for vice president came from Youth party, Ranelle Margarette Bagnas for secretary she was from Hope party, Elizah Mae Domingo for assistant secretary from Youth party, the elected treasurer was Marinella
Erika Icawalo from Green party, then we have Paul Anthony Saflor for assistant secretary, Jerome Emmet Encarnado was elected as the auditor, for public relation officer position won by Christian John Pascual of Hope party and Sofia Granada of Youth party and the last on the list are the three elected peace officers; one is for the representative of grade 4 which is Andrea Gale, for representative of grade 5 it is Emily Saito and for the grade 6 representative it is Shainna Victoria Rolle. Winners from the election were posted on the bulletin board right after knowing the total th count. On the 30 of July, 2014, elected pupil council officers have been inducted, presented and given recognition during the Nutrition Month Celebration held in the school. As of the present moment pupil council have been of a big help to the school particularly in the Upper Elementary Department, for they are active helpers in every programs and activities held. Recently, their “Trash to Cash” project has just ended and it was a successful one, the school have earned an amount of Php29,905 for the gathered scrap materials from the dearly supportive students and their families, and the proceeds were used for the gift giving activity of the school held December 18, 2014. Pupil Council officers also helped in the preparation and execution of games.
until the next, until the last generation of humans on Earth dies. If LRT was extended to the province and other provinces, transport would have been easier. There must have no excessive traffic. If the MRT lines 4, 7, 8, 9, and the other lines would have been constructed, then traffic in the metropolis was long been manipulated. Paris's population is about 6,000,000, yet numerous rail lines crisscross the city. While Metro Manila's is 12,000,000 and yet, only three rail lines serve the people. These are MRT3, LRT1, LRT2 and PNR. It is also making me glad that Bicol-bound trains are back into action. It will cost travel time than road transport for those who are going to Bicol. This mode made me remember about the now defunct Dagupan-bound railroad, which was first constructed in the Spanish Colonial Era. As for someone whose hometown is in the North, that would be a pleasure. This will be a big opportunity for economy to grow lively in the Northern parts of Luzon. When we (my family) are to visit our relatives in Bulacan one day, I noticed gigantic pillars lined up beside the highway. They looked odd so it caught my attention and asked my father what are those, but he had no idea. Turns out, those were actually pillars of the Northrail Transit. This was planned to be constructed by Bayani Fernando, but I have no idea why the project needs to be halted. I saw different artist's sketches of the proposed stations and one thing came into my brain: “The Philippines needs this.” Transportation has progressed if ever it had been so, and it might have been a symbol of our nation's journey to success. However, this wasn't something that has been breathed to life; so saddening, it is. Just imagine how Philippines gone far if rail transport is as vivacious as other countries do. I envy them for having a stable or starting to have a stable progress in economy and society. I wish that the government will do everything to save the country through different mediums such as rail transport, and I'm sure, Philippines will get better than ever. But it seems the government couldn't care enough than their money; and couldn't get them resolved, Problems Not Resolved. Oh! The train is now here. I'll be setting off for a very long trip again.
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COMPUTER While time spent online can be hugely productive, compulsive Internet use can interfere with daily life, work, and relationships. When you feel more comfortable with your online friends than your real ones, or you can’t stop yourself from playing games, gambling, or compulsively checking your smartphone, tablet, or other mobile device— even when it has negative consequences in your life— then you may be using the Internet too much.
ADDICTION Learn about the signs and symptoms of Internet addiction and how to balance your life online and off. You lack social support. Internet addicts often use social networking sites, instant messaging, or online gaming as a safe way of establishing new relationships and more confidently relating to others. You’re an unhappy teenager. You might be wondering where you fit in and the Internet could feel more comfortable than real-life friends. You are less mobile or socially active than you once were. For example, you may be coping with a new disability that limits your ability to drive. Or you may be parenting very young children, which can make it hard to leave the house or connect with old friends. You are stressed. While some people use the Internet to relieve stress, it can have a counterproductive effect. The longer you spend online, the higher your stress levels will be. What is Internet addiction or computer addiction? Signs and symptoms of Internet addiction or computer addiction Healthy vs. unhealthy Internet use The Internet provides a constant, ever-changing source of information and entertainment, and can be accessed from most smartphones as well as tablets, laptops, and desktop computers. Email, blogs, social networks, instant messaging, and message boards allow for both public and anonymous communication about any topic. But how much is too much Internet usage? Each person’s Internet use is different. You might need to use the Internet extensively for your work, for example, or you might rely heavily on social networking sites to keep in touch with faraway family and friends. Spending a lot of time online only becomes a problem when it absorbs too much of your time, causing you to neglect your relationships, your work, school, or other important things in your life. If you keep repeating compulsive Internet behavior despite the negative consequences in your offline life, then it’s time to strike a new balance. How do people become addicted to the Internet? To relieve unpleasant and overwhelming feelings Many people turn to the Internet in order to manage unpleasant feelings such as stress, loneliness, depression, and anxiety. When you have a bad day and are looking for a way to escape your problems or to quickly relieve stress or self-soothe, the Internet can be an easily accessible outlet. Losing yourself online can temporarily make feelings such as loneliness, stress, anxiety, depression, and boredom evaporate into thin air. As much comfort as the Internet can provide, though, it’s important to remember that there are healthier (and more effective) ways to keep difficult feelings in check. These may include exercising, meditating, and practicing simple relaxation techniques. For many people, an important aspect of overcoming Internet and computer addiction is to find alternate ways to handle these difficult feelings. Even when your Internet use is back to healthy levels, the painful and unpleasant feelings that may have prompted you to engage in unhealthy Internet use in the past will remain. So, it’s worth spending some time thinking about the different ways you intend to deal with stressful situations and the daily irritations that would normally have you logging on. Risk factors for Internet addiction and computer addiction You are at greater risk of Internet addiction if: You suffer from anxiety. You may use the Internet to distract yourself from your worries and fears. An anxiety disorder like obsessive-compulsive disorder may also contribute to excessive email checking and compulsive Internet use. You are depressed. The Internet can be an escape from feelings of depression, but too much time online can make things worse. Internet addiction further contributes to stress, isolation and loneliness. You have any other addictions. Many Internet addicts suffer from other addictions, such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, and sex.
Signs and symptoms of Internet addiction vary from person to person. Here are some general warning signs that your Internet use may have become a problem: Losing track of time online. Do you frequently find yourself on the Internet longer than you intended? Does a few minutes turn in to a few hours? Do you get irritated or cranky if your online time is interrupted? Having trouble completing tasks at work or home. Do you find laundry piling up and little food in the house for dinner because you’ve been busy online? Perhaps you find yourself working late more often because you can’t complete your work on time—then staying even longer when everyone else has gone home so you can use the Internet freely. Isolation from family and friends. Is your social life suffering because of all the time you spend online? Are you neglecting your family and friends? Do you feel like no one in your “real” life—even your spouse—understands you like your online friends? Feeling guilty or defensive about your Internet use. Are you sick of your spouse nagging you to get off the computer or put your smartphone down and spend time together? Do you hide your Internet use or lie to your boss and family about the amount of time you spend on the computer or mobile devices and what you do while you're online? Feeling a sense of euphoria while involved in Internet activities. Do you use the Internet as an outlet when stressed, sad, or for sexual gratification or excitement? Have you tried to limit your Internet time but failed? Self-help tips for breaking your Internet addiction There are a number of steps you can take to get your Internet use under control. While you can initiate many of these yourself, it’s important you get some outside support as well. It can be all too easy to slip back into old patterns of usage, especially if you use the Internet heavily for work or other important activities. Recognize any underlying problems that may support your Internet addiction. If you are struggling with depression, stress, or anxiety, for example, Internet addiction might be a way to self-soothe rocky moods. Have you had problems with alcohol or drugs in the past? Does anything about your Internet use remind you of how you used to drink or use drugs to numb yourself? Recognize if you need to address treatment in these areas or return to group support meetings. Build your coping skills. Perhaps blowing off steam on the Internet is your way of coping with stress or angry feelings. Or maybe you have trouble relating to others, or are excessively shy with people in real life. Building skills in these areas will help you weather the stresses and strains of daily life without resorting to compulsive Internet use. Strengthen your support network. The more relationships you have in real life, the less you will need the Internet for social interaction. Set aside dedicated time each week for friends and family. If you are shy, try finding common interest groups such as a sports team, education class, or book reading club. This allows you to interact with others and let relationships develop naturally.
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Into the Cityhood By Jem Vincent Petras Bacoor a place of bustling life, crowded barangays, busy streets noisy vehicles, and incredibly progressing. It is a center for industry and a haven for banking and business transactions. This is a symbol of complete transformation of Bacoor. Looking back From the Spanish era, a former town of lush forests and seas turned to a modernized and developed city ready to compete with other progressive metropolitan. In its early history, Bacoor is known to be a land of bamboo trees and mussel (and oyster) farming. A lot of trees especially bamboo are abundant around the area. Early Bacooreños, due to the proximity to the sea, also created ponds full of fresh water fish and produced salt. People used to have a simple and quite life, away from jam-packed traffics and earsplitting automobiles. But as the result of innovation, the town becomes an
industrial center since it is between Cavite City (which used to be a primary port) and the prosperous fishing town of Parañaque. The birth of the first mall in Luzon outside Manila is found here in Bacoor, the SM City Bacoor. It was then a municipality yet the town had already a busy and lively industry. In 2000, a sudden boom of economy struck the town. Real estate, retailing, malls, convenient stores, flea market and other businesses were born. Legislators passed a bill asking for approval in turning the prominent municipality into a city alongside with its neighboring town and equally progressive Imus. They meet the standards required including high gross domestic product and favorable financial living. And finally, in June 23, 2012 the municipality of Bacoor became Bacoor City, a place of great possibilities and great opportunities.
Filipino sports and recreation A number of sports introduced by the Americans in the early 20th century enjoy great popularity in the Philippines. Basketball is particularly prominent, with amateur games occurring regularly in neighborhoods throughout the country. The Philippines has also fielded formidable national teams for the World Basketball Championships. Tennis, golf, and various aquatic sports such as diving and windsurfing are widely practiced Filipinos have excelled in various internationally competitive martial arts, including boxing, wushu, and taekwondo, while local Filipino martial arts traditions have experienced a resurgence since the end of the 20th century. The country has produced champion boxers in competitions hosted by the World Boxing Association, and the Philippines has taken several medals in martial arts in the Asian and Southeast Asian Games. The Philippines has participated in the Summer Olympic Games since 1924 and in the Winter Games since 1972. Filipino athletes generally have been most successful in swimming, boxing, and track and field events. Cockfighting (sabong), an age-old pastime in the Philippines, has retained a passionate following. It is a popular form of gambling, with many spectators betting on the outcome of the fights. Although practiced throughout the country, cockfighting is most strongly associated with Cebu.
THE BIRTH OF BASKETBALL IN THE PHILIPPINES Around 1898-1900s, the Americans' Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) introduced the newly invented sports of “Basketball” in the Philippines. During this period, football (soccer) was the most popular sport in the Philippine Islands due to its history as a Spanish colony (influenced by British sailors from Hong Kong), even during the Far Eastern Games. Nevertheless, basketball went on to replace soccer (football) with other American sports like baseball. According to historian and national artist Nick Joaquin, basketball was first introduced to Filipinos within the historic walls of Intramuros, Manila. From the 1910s to the early 1930s, the Philippines dominated the Far Eastern Games basketball tournament winning 9 of 10 basketball championships. In 1936, the Philippines played in the Berlin Olympic Games basketball tournament, the first time basketball played as an official sports. The Philippines started the tournament winning two in a row beating Mexico and Estonia but lost to the United States in the quarterfinals. The Philippines went on to beat Italy and Uruguay to finished fifth in the tournament with a 41 record. The 5th place finish was the best finish by an Asian country in the Olympic Games men's basketball tournament. If not for controversial rulings, the Philippines could have at
least won silver or bronze medal. In 1938, the Manila Industrial Commercial Athletics Association (MICAA) was formed and went on to dominate Philippine basketball for almost 40 years. The Philippines was among the world's first basketball-playing nations; and Filipinos are some of the world's most avid followers of the sport. The Philippines is the home of the world's second oldest (and Asia's first) professional basketball league, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) which has for 30 years helped to shape the history of Philippine basketball. Before the professional era, the Philippines national basketball team dominated basketball in Asia, being some of the world's best in the 1950s. Today, basketball is the most beloved and popular entertainment in the Philippines, and is widely reputed to be the national sport of the Philippines. The Philippines was among the world's first basketball-playing nations; and Filipinos are some of the world's most avid followers of the sport. The Philippines is the home of the world's second oldest (and Asia's first) professional basketball league, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) which has for 30 years helped to shape the history of Philippine basketball. Before the professional era, the Philippines national basketball team dominated basketball in Asia, being some of the world's best in the 1950s.
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The Long-Term Emotional Damage of
Bullying
The experience of being bullied can end up causing lasting damage to victims. This is both self-evident, and also supported by an increasing body of research. It is not necessary to be physically harmed in order to suffer lasting harm. Words and gestures are quite enough. In fact, the old saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never harm me" is more or less exactly backwards. For the most part, physical damage sustained in a fist fight heals readily, especially damage that is sustained during the resilient childhood years. What is far more difficult to mend is the primary wound that bullying victims suffer which is damage to their selfconcepts; to their identities. Bullying is an attempt to instill fear and self-loathing. Being the repetitive target of bullying damages your ability to view yourself as a desirable, capable and effective individual. There are two ugly outcomes that stem from learning to view yourself as a less than desirable, incapable individual. The first ugly outcome is that it becomes more likely that you will become increasingly susceptible to becoming depressed and/or angry and/or bitter. Being bullied teaches you that you are undesirable, that you are not safe in the world, and (when it is dished out by forces that are physically superior to yourself) that you are relatively powerless to defend yourself. When you are forced, again and again, to contemplate your relative lack of control over the bullying process, you are being set up for Learned Helplessness (e.g., where you come to believe that you can't do anything to change your ugly situation even if that isn't true), which in turn sets you up for hopelessness and possible depression. At the same time, you may be learning that you are helpless and hopeless, you are also learning how you are seen by bullies, which is to say, you are learning that you are seen by others as weak, pathetic, and a loser. And, by virtue of the way that identity tends to work, you are being set up to believe that these things the bullies are saying about you are true.
K to 12:
solution or problem? There are too many controversies and praises that hound this new law, however, many schools in the country have to buckle up to cope with the demands as they have already been competing globally even before the passage of the law. And in order to meet the global demands, the schools have to face the challenges that come with the K to 12 program implementation. Gearing up for the new school year, the Department of Education (DepEd) is in its busiest as it implements the second year of the K to 12 curricula of the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 or the K-to-12 Act that President Benigno Simeon Aquino III signed into law on May 15, 2013. Now that it has become a law, schools all over the country have to brace for the implementation and the effects of the K to 12 programs. The K to 12 is aimed at addressing the deficiency of the Philippine educational system particularly in the basic education, the elementary and high school, in order to meet the standards of the international education criteria and for the students to be at par with the students in neighboring countries. Is the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 or the K to 12 Act beneficial or a scourge to the Filipinos? It's a choice that you have to make.
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June-December 2014
Dangerous Dengue By Krenessa Joy B. Corvera
Dengue and Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is transmitted by the bite of an Aedes mosquito that is infected with a dengue virus. The mosquito becomes infected with dengue virus when it bites a person who has dengue virus in their blood. The person can either have a symptom or none at all. After about one week, the mosquito can then transmit the virus while biting a healthy person but it cannot spread directly from person to person. Generally, younger children and those with their first dengue infection have a milder illness than older children and adults. Dengue fever is characterized by severe flu-like illness that affects infants, young children, and adults but seldom causes death. Dengue should be suspected when a high a fever (400) is accompanied by two of the following symptoms, severe headache pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pain, nausea, vomiting, swollen glands or rash. Symptoms usually last for 2-7 days after an incubation period of 4-10 days after the bite from an infected mosquito. Severe dengue is potentially deadly complication due to plasma leaking, fluid accumulation, respiratory distress, severe bleeding or organ impairment. Warning signs occur 3-7 days after the first symptoms in conjunction with a decrease in temperature (below
380) and include severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, rapid breathing, bleeding gums, fatigue, restlessness, blood in vomit. The next 2 days of the critical stage can be lethal, proper medical care is needed to avoid complications and risk of death. For now, no vaccine or specific treatment has been developed for preventing dengue but early detection and access to medical care lowers fatality rates to 1%. The best preventive measure is to eliminate places where the mosquito lays it eggs, i n c l e a r, s t a g n a n t w a t e r accumulated in cans, flower vase pots, pails and other containers. In the Philippines, local government units implemented programs that helped eliminate all potential mosquito breeding grounds. Some of these programs are “Barangay Kontra Dengue” in high-risk areas and National “Tepok Lamok-Dengue Sapok” Program. In addition, the only method to control or prevent transmission of dengue virus is to combat vector mosquitoes
through: preventing mosquitoes from accessing egg-laying habitats by environmental management and modification, disposing of solid waste properly and removing artificial manmade habitats, covering, emptying and cleaning domestic water storage containers on a weekly basis, applying appropriate insecticides to water storage outdoor containers. Using of personal household protection such as window screens, long sleeved clothes, insecticide treated materials, coils, and vaporizers, improving community participation and mobilization for sustained vector control, applying insecticides as space spraying during outbreaks as one of the emergency vector control measures, and active monitoring and surveillance of vectors should be carried out to determine effectiveness of control interventions. By following a simple measure, we and our family will be safe from danger, and remember that prevention is better than cure.
Atari nearly introduced fitness gaming 30 years ago Before the existence of Wii Fit, before the Nintendo Power Pad or Dance Dance Revolution, there was the Puffer. Or rather, there was almost the Puffer. The Puffer -- an exercise bike that lets you control the movement and speed of a game character by pedaling -- came this close to hitting stores in 1984, before an industry-wide crash led to Atari's sale. Now comes news that the company wants in on the burgeoning wearable fitness market, with a "gamified fitness experience" involving "full-body circuit workouts, running programs and custom routines." It's called Atari Fit, and it will be released as an app for mobile devices in 2015.
The idea that exercise can become a game is a persistent one, even if attempts to put the idea into action have had mixed results when it comes to the actual value of the exercise. Although a Puffer would look comically out of place today, the basic concept is the same as Atari Fit's: Use the appeal of gaming to motivate customers to become physically active. It was one of many projects out of Atari's corporate research division, which functioned like "this blue-sky think tank," Jim Leiterman, a former assistant research engineer for the project, said. He and the other engineers in the research wing designed all sorts of prototypes for Atari, including robotics, before
robotics were a thing, and an artificial intelligence fish tank. "We were coming up with ideas that weren't even related to video games," Leiterman said. Work on Puffer began in earnest in 1982, and Leiterman was part of the team, along with a mechanical engineer who made injection molds of the parts the team designed. Although there were reportedly several models of the bike in the works, Leiterman remembers working with only one: A kit used to adapt an off-the-shelf exercise bike into a controller for the game. It was less bulky, and presumably would have been more affordable, than selling an entire, customized exercise bike with the controls built on.
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Thumbing around on a smartphone makes your brain more sensitive to touch, study says Your smartphone addiction is doing more than giving your thumbs a workout, it is also changing your brain. A new study suggests that using a smartphone -- touching the fingertips against the smooth surface of a screen -- can make the brain more sensitive to the thumb, index and middle finger tips being touched. The study, which was published in the journal Current Biology this week, found that the differences between people when it comes to how the brain responds to thumb stimulation is partly explained by how often they use their smartphones. Other research has shown that musicians and expert video gamers show the same type of brain adaptations. Smartphone use isn't something most people would consider an "expertise," but frequent use of the devices might similarly lead to brain adaptations. Smartphone users showed enhanced brain activity when their thumbs, index and middle fingers were touched. And the more people used their smartphones, the more brain activity researchers observed when the thumb and index fingers were touched. Thumb use in particular resulted in increased or decreased brain activity if there was more or less cellphone use in a single day. According to the study's author, it suggests that the brain plasticity that is observed among people with "expert" skills, such musicians, can also be observed in people as a result of our day-to-day interactions with technology. "I think first we must appreciate how common personal digital devices are and how densely people use them," Ghosh added. "What this means for us neuroscientists is that the digital history we carry in our pockets has an enormous amount of information on how we use our fingertips -- and more.”
AUTISM By: Emlynne Jo M. Bernardo Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a mental condition present from early childhood characterized by difficulty in communicating and forming relationships with other people and in using language and abstract concepts. Person with autism may possess the following characteristics: inappropriate laughing or giggling, no fear of danger, insensitivity to pain, may not want to be cuddled, no eye contact, prefer to be alone, difficulty in expressing their needs, a t t a c h m e n t t o objects, echo words or phrases, and spins object or self. Here in the Philippines, we have a non-profit organization dedicated to persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) which is the Autism Society of the Philippines. They aim to promote public awareness on autism and to act as a support group for families of children and adult with autism.
One day, robots may work in zones too dangerous for humans Dennis Hong first spied Japan's ruined nuclear power plant from a bus wrapped in plastic. A hefty layer of protection guarded the seats, floors and handles from radioactive dust. Hong wore a face mask and gloves to limit his exposure. Like the other passengers, he had dressed in old clothes that he was willing to toss after the trip. More than three years earlier, after an earthquake and tsunami battered Japan's eastern coast, portions of the Fukushima Daiichi power station blew, blasting radiation into the sea and sky. Today, villages outside the plant still lie as barren as ghost towns. Along the coast, smashed buildings, destroyed houses, flipped cars and train tracks twisted like taffy stand as reminders of the catastrophe. “It's like a disaster site frozen in time,” Hong says. “It's surreal.” Workers toiled day and night to save the plant, but they had to get out as radiation levels rose. Even today in disaster areas not tainted with radiation, picking through the
destroyed buildings is treacherous: People need to dodge shards of glass and metal and duck clouds of smoke and dust. Ideally, robots could take over for human crews. But seemingly simple tasks, such as moving, communicating and staying powered up, pose big challenges for machines. Hong, a UCLA roboticist, is one of several engineers working to make robots that can come to the rescue in disasters. He and others from academia, industry, NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab and the Defense Department's research agency DARPA traveled to Fukushima last spring to see what they were up against. Engineers have built impressive-looking humanlike bots that can play trumpet and even compete against each other in slow-moving soccer games. But machines that can actually do the work of humans in disaster zones - climbing over rubble, digging through debris for survivors, opening doors and valves - don't exist.
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June-December 2014
The psychology of gift-giving and receiving
Gift exchanges can reveal how people think about others, what they value and enjoy, and how they build and maintain relationships. Researchers are exploring various aspects of gift-giving and receiving, such as how givers choose gifts, how gifts are used by recipients, and how gifts impact the relationship between givers and receivers. The symposia "The Psychology of Gift Giving and Receiving" will take place during the Society for Personality and Social Psychology Annual Convention in Long Beach, California.
All about By Krenessa Joy B. Corvera
Ebola outbreaks in African countries are somehow alarming especially when we hear it in the news or read it on the net. But do you really know about it? The virus is named after the Ebola River where the virus was first recognized in 1976. Ebola is extremely infectious but not extremely contagious. It is infectious because an infinitesimally small amount can cause illness. Laboratory experiments on nonhuman primates suggest that even a single virus may be enough to trigger a fatal infection. It is not transmitted through air, casual contact and water. It can only be spread to others after symptom begin. A patient must have symptoms to spread the disease to others. Symptoms can appear from 2 to 21 days after exposure. Its symptoms include fever, headache, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, unexplained bleeding or bruising and muscle pain. After 21 days, if an exposed person does not develop symptoms, they are considered free from Ebola virus. Humans can be infected by other humans if they come in
contact with body fluids (blood, vomit, urine, feces, sweat, semen, spit and other fluids) from an infected person or has died from Ebola and contaminated objects from infected person (needles and medical equipment) and infected animals (by contact with blood or fluids or infected meat). Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever is caused by one of the five different Ebola viruses. Four of the strains can cause severe illness in humans and animals. The fifth, Reston Virus, has caused illness in some animals but not in humans.The first human outbreaks occurred in 1976, one in Northern Zaire (now Democratic Republic of Congo) in Central Africa, and the other, in South Sudan. At this point in time, no FDA approved or specific treatment is available for Ebola. But with proper information and knowledge we can prevent the spread of Ebola virus in our country.
Recipients' perception of gift cards Picking out a gift can be extremely difficult, especially if you consider the 39% purchasing for picky individuals, and often cash feels impersonal. Chelsea Helion and Thomas Gilovich are studying how individuals perceive and spend gift cards. Gift cards, it seems, hit a sweet spot--they have the flexibility of cash, but are given and meant to be spent as gifts. Lead researcher Chelsea Helion explains that "While gift cards technically could be used to buy mundane things like textbooks or paper towels, we find that this feels like a misuse of the card. When paying with a gift card, people forgo buying everyday items in favor of buying indulgent items." Helion and her colleagues' research has found that when individuals receive a gift card, they are more likely to purchase hedonic items (luxury items that are meant to bring pleasure) versus using credit cards or cash for purchases. When individuals are given a gift card instead of cash, they feel a justification to buy something that's out-of-theordinary. According to Helion, recipients use gift cards to "treat' themselves to items they might not normally buy. "We find that this is because individuals experience less guilt when paying with a gift card, compared to credit cards or cash," Helion says.� Personalizing gifts: good or bad? Gift-givers tend to choose gifts that are personalized to the recipient, but are less versatile than what the recipient would like to receive,
according to new research by Mary Steffel, Elanor Williams and Robyn LeBoeuf. This mismatch arises because givers tend to focus on recipients' stable traits rather than recipients' multiple, varying wants and needs. "Givers tend to focus on what recipients are like rather than what they would like. This can lead them to gravitate toward gifts that are personalized but not very versatile," lead researcher Mary Steffel shares. The tendency for givers to choose overly specific gifts may contribute to gift nonuse. "Recipients take longer to redeem gift cards that can only be used at a particular retailer or that come with a suggestion for how they should be used than gift cards that can be used anywhere. Givers fail to anticipate this and favor specific over general gift cards," Steffel said. To give a gift that is more likely to match a recipient's preferences, the researchers recommend that givers focus more on what the recipient would like, rather than focusing on their unique traits. Material gifts versus experiences Consumers frequently struggle with what kinds of gifts to give, leading to an overwhelming number of top 10 gift lists and online guides that aim to improve your relationship with the receiver. Researchers Cindy Chan and Cassie Mogilner offer simple guidance in their presentation. "To make your friend, spouse, or family member feel closer to you, give an experience," Chan says. Experiments examining actual and hypothetical gift exchanges in real-life relationships reveal that experiential gifts produce greater improvements in relationship strength than material gifts, regardless of whether the gift is consumed together. According to Chan and Mogilner's research, the relationship improvements that recipients derive from experiential gifts stem from the emotion that is evoked when the gifts are consumed, not when the gifts are received. Giving experiential gifts is thus identified as a highly effective form of prosocial spending, and can have a greater impact on improving the relationship between the giver and receiver.
Fast-food consumption linked to lower test score gains in 8th graders The amount of fast food children eat may be linked to how well they do in school, a new nationwide study suggests. Researchers found that the more frequently children reported eating fast food in fifth grade, the lower their growth in reading, math, and science test scores by the time they reached eighth grade. Students who ate the most fast food had test score gains that were up to about 20 percent lower than those who didn't eat any fast food, said Kelly Purtell, lead author of the study and assistant professor of human sciences at The Ohio State
University. “There's a lot of evidence that fastfood consumption is linked to childhood obesity, but the problems don't end there," Purtell said. "Relying too much on fast food could hurt how well children do in the classroom." The results remained even after the researchers took into account a wide variety of other factors that may have explained why those with high fast-food consumption might have lower test scores, including how much they exercised, how much television they
watched, what other food they ate, their family's socioeconomic status and characteristics of their neighborhood and school. Children who ate fast food four to six times per week or every day showed significantly lower gains in all three achievement areas compared to children who did not eat any fast food the week before the survey. However, children who ate fast food just one to three times a week had lower academic growth compared to non-eaters in only one subject, math.
What is Within SpEd?
What is Special Education? Special Education or SpEd is a type of education that specializes in meeting the needs of physically or mentally handicapped children. It is a special offer in this private institution. Special techniques, materials and strategies are being materialized and individual learning plan are designed to meet the needs of each student. Here at REESMII, there are three types of classes offered depending on the student's needs. First is the One-on-One class with one pupil per teaching setting. The long term goals here are the sitting span, attention, concentration and the behavior of a child. Second, Small Group Class composed of 2-3 students in a 2 ½ hours, wherein kids are given the chance to master the basic academic skills. In this class, the child will be given
By: Emlynne Jo M. Bernardo three subjects: basic math, reading and language. And lastly is the Instrumental Activities of the Daily Living (IADL) Class. This year, we have seven pupils enrolled in IADL class. This IADL class are not necessary for fundamental functioning, but they let an individual live independently in a community.
"We're not saying that parents should never feed their children fast food, but these results suggest fast-food consumption should be limited as much as possible," said Purtell. This study can't say why fast-food consumption is linked to lower grades, she said. But other studies have shown that fast food lacks certain nutrients, especially iron, that help cognitive development. In addition, diets high in fat and sugar -- similar to fast-food meals -have been shown to hurt immediate memory and learning processes.
By this, the pupil will learn some household chores, shopping for groceries and clothes and other necessities. November is the main streaming month for the pupils enrolled in SpEd. The concept of this activity is based on the fact that the pupil with disabilities will benefit from being in a general education classroom both academically and socially. It also earns the right to be in a regular classroom for at least in one class to see if they are ready for the challenge. Including children with disabilities in a mainstream classroom improve academic achievement, self-esteem and their socialization. Main streaming special education may be the way to assure preparedness for the challenges that may lie ahead.
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Gov't must put Queen's Row Central conducts priority on sports annual sports and friendship meet Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) commissioner Jolly Gomez recently submitted a paper to Sen. Bam Aquino outlining what could be done to improve the state of sports in the country and a major suggestion is to revive the effort in creating a Department of Sports to chart a course for sports development with a nationwide reach. Gomez called the analytical paper “a good start” and shared it with PSC chairman Richie Garcia and POC president Jose Cojuangco Jr. Reflecting on the country's performance at the last Southeast Asian Games in Myanmar, Gomez noted that 63.8 percent of Filipino athletes returned home with a medal and excluding team sports, the rate was even higher at 66.3 percent. The rate was 55 percent in 2011 even as the country bagged seven less golds last year. Gomez related the stats to the “lean and mean” delegation that the Philippines sent to Myanmar. Although Gomez recognized the need for private sector support in sports development, he said the main catalyst for change is government. “It is the government that has the funds, infrastructure, resources, manpower and network to make the changes happen to solve many of the problems in Philippine sports,” he said. “Laws need to be urgently passed to increase funding for sports programs, even just bringing back the five percent PAGCOR share, to create a Department of Sports and to establish a new training facility for national athletes.”
Queen's Row Central once again spearheaded its student and youth advocacy when it conducted recently the 8th Annual Inter-High School Sports and Friendship Meet. Eleven schools in this part of Bacoor City participated which had its opening ceremony last December 6, 2014. Various activities were conducted like basketball and volleyball capped by the Street Dancing competition during the last day of the meet. The theme of this year's event was “Unity in Excellence Towards Youth Development,” which was sponsored by City Councilor Rey Palabrica and Barangay Queen's Row Chairwoman Cathy Palabrica. (TERESITA OCASLA)
2015 SEA Games even tougher for PH athletes
Gomez said the government needs to view sports as a way of nation-building and see how youth and sports can be created into a Department that actively participates in the national policies and mobilization of government resources. “The general public needs to support sports programs by engaging in sports,” he added. “Sponsors and the media will come when they see a lot of people playing a sport, buying equipment and watching game. It is up to parents, teachers and influencers to bring kids back to the playing fields by playing the games themselves.” Gomez said the PSC is the only sports entity in Southeast Asia that is not a department or ministry or cabinet-level. “All other countries have a Ministry of Youth and Sports or Sports and Culture or Sports, Culture and Tourism,” he said. What appears to be hampering the push for a Department of Sports is funding. “There are bills passed by Congress and Senate to create a Department of Sports,” said Gomez. “But there is reluctance by the President because of the amount of money creating another Department will entail. Without a Department of Sports, local government units are left to organize sports activities on limited funds usually under the supervision of a sports-minded councilor or Board Member in charge of youth development, said Gomez. Baguio, Laguna, Pangasinan, Bacolod, Panabo, Bago City, Misamis Oriental, Cebu and Leyte are a few hubs where sports thrive. Gomez, however, said the problem is that changes in administration sometimes put an end to the programs. Gomez said what is more important in a country's sports program is the health of the people than the development of champion athletes. “The US is a perennial winner in the Olympics yet 49 out of 50 states have a majority of their population that is obese,” he said. “China produces winners in some sports that people do not play or know. What victory in sports should translate is to inspiring young people to play sports.
No less than 15 to 20 gold medals gone without a fight. That's the number of potential victories the country will have to do without based on the number of sports that Singapore plans to stage when it hosts the 2015 Southeast Asian Games. Among the 17 sports set to be excluded are potential gold mines for Filipinos such as boxing, wrestling, weightlifting, rowing, karatedo, chess, muay and dancesport. “By just looking at the list, we stand to lose 15 to 20 golds outright,” said Philippine Sports Commission chair Richie Garcia. Eight Olympic sports, including equestrian, modern pentathlon, handball and volleyball, were initially scratched by the Singaporeans. “We should come up with a formula that will make Olympic sports mandatory,” said Garcia. “Every country in the SEA Games dreams of winning gold in the Olympics, so why don't we focus on these sports?” “Boxing is close to our hearts,” said Garcia. “I told those attending the meeting to have a strong stand. We should also campaign with the international federations of these sports. “It's sad because the government is investing a lot of money on these athletes only to find out that they're not going to compete.” Singapore organizers have approved 30 sports, including 20 Olympic disciplines. Host countries usually pick sports where the chances of winning gold medals are strong. Burma, which will host this year's Games on Dec. 11 to 22, had also removed sports where Filipino athletes are favored to win gold medals. In all, the Philippines will not defend 16 victories won in the 2011 Indonesia Games.
Japan gives PH sports a big boost AN exchange program with Japan is in the offing. Philippine Olympic Committee chairman Tom Carrasco said they are now in the process of forming a partnership with the Japanese Olympic Committee, expected to help the Philippines it sports programs in the near future. The program will allow junior national teams from the Japan to come and visit the country and jointly train with their Filipino counterparts. The agreement, where Filipino athletes can also go to Japan to train with Japanese athletes, will also involve sports officials, staff and coaches, who can be sent to Japan and the Philippines for training.
Batang pinoy nat'l games in Bacolod The City of Smiles once again played host to the 2014 Batang Pinoy National Finals with over 3,000 student-athletes who qualified in their respective legs competed for a spot in the national pool in the annual grassroots development program of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC). Aside from the tenty-six sports disciplines that were included in this year's staging of the national finals, fencing took center stage as it kicked off on a satellite venue in Manila. The sports disciplines were the national finals were also held here were archery, arnis, athletics, badminton, basketball 3-on-3, billiards, boxing, chess, dancesport, futsal, karatedo, lawn tennis, muaythai, sepak takraw, softball, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, volleyball, weightlifting and wrestling. Three more sports which did not have qualifying legs in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao -cycling, pencak silat and wushu -- capped their national finals here in Bacolod City, the birthplace
of the Batang Pinoy games, known previously as the Philippine National Youth Games. Registration for athletes was extended up to Dec. 10 to give way to participants that came late due to Typhoon Ruby. A seminar for coaches has been set among the activities lined up for officials prior to the opening of the games, according to the event website.
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First Molina IV Rapid Chess Tournament
Congw. Revilla
The First Molina IV Bacoor R a p i d C h e s s To u r n a m e n t organized by Asgard Chess Club was launched last September 6, 2014 at the SM Molino Activity Center. Gracing the event were Mayor Strike Revilla and Congw. Lani Mercado-Revilla. In her message during the opening ceremony, Congw. Revilla emphasized the importance of the game to the development of every child’s intelligence and mental abilities. She encouraged the participants specially the young ones to continue their passion of playing
chess. She likewise congratulated the tournament organizers for their efforts to propagate the game of chess in Bacoor City. The chess tournament format was Open 2050 and below and Under 12 years old with 1900 and below rating. The tournament was sponsored by Tyche Consulting, Ltd. Philippines, Atty. Jerome B. Aragones together with SM and the City Government of Bacoor and was sanctioned by the National Chess Federation of the Philippines.
BASKETBALL… FILIPINOS' FAVORITE SPORT Bernard Maru Gaddi Grade 6
Basketball is the most famous and the favorite sports of Filipinos. Leagues of this game always make the people happy. It's been a game which most boys, if not
all, played during break periods at school. Basketball league, most especially PBA League and the collegiate men's basketball league, the
National College Athletic Association (NCAA) and the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) are the most awaited leagues here in the country. In the world news about basketball, most controversial now is the changing of team of Lebron James. Lebron is now an official player of Cleveland Cavaliers after he left the Miami Heat, where he won 2 championships. The Cavs had a welcome back party for him, he also changed his jersey number back to 23. His first game with the Cavs was a success, not only because of the skills but the Cavs's fans welcomed him joyfully and wholeheartedly. After the first game, one of his fans ran into the court and hugged him tightly which will make James fight stronger in the next succeeding games.
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Featured Sport: FOOTBALL FOOTBALL IN THE PHILIPPINES Football (Soccer) as a sport has been in the Philippines since the beginning of the twentieth century brought in by our western colonizer. Mr. John Cleland an Ilo-Ilo born Englishman help in the propagation of the sport in the country. Philippines have been a strong contender in regional competitions in the 40's till early 70's, but then its strength and popularity has declined then. Established in 1907, Philippine Football Federation (PFF) was then tasked to revive the life of the sport as it was overtaken by other sports such as basketball, considered as the national sport because of its huge popularity; billiards, bowling, boxing, and even volleyball. PFF is an organized federation of football associations all over the Philippines. It is the sole authority that gives mandate to each association to conduct its own programs within their boundaries and territory. Associations were recognized in a territorial scope most of which are provincial or regional. PFF has been successful with this kind of set-up. The emergence of the Azkals Football Team also contributed for the popularity of the sport. however, as football flourished in Metro Manila, its popularity in nearby provinces still dwindles, though lots of talents in the National Capital Region comes from the nearby provinces like Cavite, Batangas, Rizal, Laguna, and Bulacan.
REVOLUTIONIZING CAVITE FOOTBALL Cavite is the one of the nearest province in NCR, yet the absence of good football program stagnate the growth of football. Cavite’s potential is so huge, being one of the most industrialized province in the country, it boost itself with the highest growth in economy and population. It has 578 pre-elementary schools, 800 elementary schools, 284 secondary schools, 49 colleges and universities offering tertiary education and 111 vocational/technical schools operating all over the province. It's always been a strong contender in Football in regional meets but its successes always fall short of its objective due to absence of an organization to look into its programs and monitor the implementation of the program. Several attempts of promoting the “Kasibulan Program” through DepED but lack of support basically stunted the growth of the Program. With immense potential waiting to be tapped, a group of people thought of pushing the growth of Cavite Football forward and make it as Cavite's third revolution. With a population composed of almost 30% age 15 and below and 60% aged 16 to 60; this population samples are the perfect target for football to penetrate. The need of a good program is colossal; therefore it is urgent that a new football association must be launched immediately to fill in the void in Cavite Football.
Learn and Play in Kawit Sports enthusiasts in the cities of Bacoor, Imus and Cavite as well as from the nearby municipalities of Noveleta and Rosario, are getting hooked to the Learn and Play program organized by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and held every Saturday inside the spacious Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit. Big numbers of sports habitués from all walks of life, including those from the local government, led by public information head Josephine Samaniego, participated in aerobics, badminton, arnis and volleyball under the supervision of coaches commissioned by the PSC. Aerobics had the biggest number of participants with close to 400 male and female doing different dance routines that sometimes last for four hours. About four dozen took part in volleyball, 38 in badminton, and 15 in arnis conducted by Grandmaster Vicente Sanchez of Kali Arnis International. “The number of participants exceeded those who registered. Some didn't bother to register,” said Alona Quintos, designated by PSC chairman Richie Garcia to supervise the weekly program in Kawit. The Learn and Play, a unique program of the PSC to lure Caviteños to sports, was held in partnership with the municipality of Kawit headed by Mayor Reynaldo “Tik” Aguinaldo and Vice Mayor Dr. Paul Aguinaldo.