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long live ,LEARNING!

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SNPS Kicks off year with the Festival of Learning

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For the Athletics Festival, the student coordinating body (SCB) together

teamwork and physical skills of Niñans. It also aims to revive the youth's knowledge in Filipino games such as Patintero,

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his school, the Diocese of Cubao Educational System (DOCES) Superintendent, Rev, Fr. Raymond Joseph L. Arre came up with the Festival of Learning aiming to embed the 21st century learning skills through thoughtful, fun, interpersonal, and relevant activities.

As part of the festival, DOCES held its first DOCES Young Writers Festival (DYWF) last July 21, 2018.

In coordination with DOCES schools' respective publication groups.

O u r School Paper Adviser, Ms. Alyssa Tornilla said "The DYWF has been a good opportunity for the young writers to showcase their skills and talents in writing."

"The competition was intense. It was fun and it is an amazing experience for a first timer like me." Lemuel Surio, Student Copyreader added.

Last September 18, 2018, a Debate Challenge was held in our school and was participated by Niñans along with the other DOCES schools: St. Joseph Catholic School (SJCS), Holy Family Parochial School (HFPS), and Immaculate Conception Cathedral School (SJCS).

With the help of the Social Sciences Block and Humanities Block, SNPS took the third spot. Grade 10 representative of SNPS Debate Team, Lanz Calidades stated "Nung lumaban

Rebuttal."

For the S c i e n c e , T e c h n o l o g y , Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) week, the STEM block and the Grade 12- STEM facilitated the first ever Sci-Math Olympics.

Each section has eight representatives and among all the groups, Grade 11-ABM grabbed the first place while Grade 9- Our Lady of Lourdes got the second spot and Grade 11-STEM for the third.

with the Humanities Block initiated the celebration of the Buwan ng Wika with the theme of Filipino: Wika ng Saliksik. In behalf of the said program, Palarong Pinoy was also launched to improve

Batuhang Bola, and Calamansi Relay.

Former SNPS SCB President Ruther Dagami said "Goal namin na maging masaya ang Niñans at maging successful ang Palarong Pinoy." Last

February, we had the Talent Show wherein students showcased their talents in the different contests.

The following are the winners for the Junior singing contest: Maxzine Catangui - Champion Marlom Lim - First Runner Up Marist Bernachea - Second Runner Up While the following are the winners for the Senior Singing Contest: Stephen Doroja- Champion Romar Supapo- First Runner- Up Andrea BatolinaSecond Runner- Up While for the Dance Contest, the Dance Queens (Pe, Fortunato, Barrera, Miranda, and Benter) won as the champipn and for the Variety Show Contest, The Potato Dancers (Rudio, Basconcillo, Solivio, Sales, Barnachea, and Suruiz) also won as the champion.

Jed Gadia of the Bravehearts Crew shared "Masaya na manalo o matalo, yung support nila nandun pa rin." "Maraming nagchi-cheer na mga audience at masaya sila na pinapanuod kami." Angelea de Castro added.

It is true that by the Festival of Learning, Niñans excelled in their skills with the four core values of our school.

SNPS celebrates Ati-atihan festival

by Winabelle Marca

Mrs. Maura Merida Principal Mr. John Eugune Sulit Academic Coorndinator Mrs. Mylene Barlis Prefect of Students Mrs. Loren Alejandrino STEM Block Coordinator Mrs. Sergia Bron Elective Block Coordinator Mrs. Bernadette Bela Humanities Block Coordinator Mrs. Rosita Amil Social Sciences Coordinator Mrs. Teresa Factora Reading Coordinator Ms. Angelica Mabutol Sports Coordinator Ms. Alyssa Tornilla Student Publication Adviser

■Viva, Sto. Niño! Niñans welcomed 2019 through festival. © Fredbert Acabal

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to. Niño Parochial School held Some students were eager its annual Ati-atihan festival to bring home the title as such one of last January 19, 2019. SNPS stu- the winning grade levels, Grade 9. dents were given a week to prepare in “Kasi nga natalo kami last year- mas the said event. For some, it was time lalo kaming nagging eager,” Kurt to showcase their abilities to create Abrigado Said. We didn’t expect to their own choreography especially for win at all because we were the youngthe high school students. est competing.” Arabella Agapito

added With this event, students strengthened their faith, and became closer with Sto. Niño. Last but not the least, the competition for the best costume was held.

Here are the winners for best in costume award:

Level 1 - Grade 1 Level 2 - Grade 5 L evel 3 - Grade 7 Level 4- SHS The following are the winners for the Ati-atihan festival Level 1- Grade 2, Level 2- Grade 5, Level 3- Grade 7, Level 4- SHS

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■Together as One. DOCES Writers gathered for the DOCES Young Writers festival together with judges, SPA's, APC's, and principals. [ICCS PAGE]

Young Guardians settle for 3rd in DOCES journalism tilt

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ast July 11, 2018, the school publication organization of SNPS sent its writers to prepare for the DOCES Young Writers’ Festival.

Young writers from different DOCES schools namely: Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral School, Sto. Niño Parochial School, Holy Family Parochial School, St. Joseph Catholic School, and Our Lady of Hope Parochial School have participated in

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the said event to enhance and enrich their different and unique writing skills.

The training was held at the Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral School in Cubao, Quezon City. As S.Y. 2018-2019 started, students from different DOCES schools competed in our first DOCES Young Writers’ Festival DYWF Contest last July 21, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Cathedral School,

Cubao, Q.C. Journalists competed in different categories, and strived their hardestto snatch the first place.

Here are the individual rankings for students who won this year: For the Elementary Category,our writers who brought home the bacon are Jasmine Karinna Cabrera for Science Writing, and Hannah Patrize Balmaceda for Sports, In the Highschool Category we have the following:In News

Writing, Gabriel Barba for fifth place and Winabelle Marca for seventh place.In Feature Writing, Monica Claire Hilario for fourth place and Franchesca Sembrano for sixth place.

In Editorial Writing, Xavier Bautista for sixth place, and Romar Supapo for seventh place.In Editorial Cartooning, Melvin Francis Ocado for fifth place, and Keith Anne Dizon for seventh place.

In Science Technology and

Health, Hannah Ysabelle Aguilar for third place (bronze medalist), and Audrey Clarisse Laguio for eight place.In Photojournalism, Stephen Christian Doroja for ninth place.In Copyreading and Headline Writing, Ronan Elijah Cayabyab for fifth place, Lemuel Olsen Surio for Sixth place, and Julianne Venice Abuel for eighth place. This is just the start for our delegates.

Job well done Custodians!

SNPS debate team finishes 3rd in Debate Challenge

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ast September 18, 2018, the DOCES had their debate challenge for the Junior High School (JHS) students. The topic to be resolved is about the adaptation of the Federal government in the Philippines.

The judges are Fr. Gelo Parlan and Rev. Fr. Raymond Arre, DOCES Superintendent.The debate was participated by Holy Family Parochial School, Sto. Niño Parochial School, St. Joseph Catholic School and Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral School. Each school has four members; three speakers and one scribe. The divisions are

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Sto. Niño Parochial School versus Holy Family Parochial School and St. Joseph Parochial School versus Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral School.The format is Loser team 1 versus Loser team 2 and Winner team 1 versus Winner team 2.The first team to have their Debate Challenge is SNPS versus HFPS; SNPS on the affirmative side and HFPS on the negative side.

In the end, the HFPS won the eliminations.On to the next, the SJCS and ICCS had their Debate Challenge of which the SJCS lost to ICCS, the score was 87 for ICCS and 80 for SJCS. The next team had their

debate challenge for the position of 3rd place are Sto. Nino Parochial School and St. Joseph Catholic School.

As a result, Sto. Nino Parochial School won grabbing the 3rd place finish and St. Joseph Catholic School on 4th place.By the end of the contest, HFPS defeated ICCS. HFPS won the challenge and it was followed by ICCS on the second place.

SNPS grabbed the third place while the SJCS ranked last.

Nonetheless, our very own, Lanz Calidades won as the best rebuttal speaker.

SHS takes part in Short Film Festival

by Maria Concepcion Ocado

■Rosauro exchanges thoughts with a representative from HFPS during the DOCES debate challenge. © Fredbert Acabal

DISTRICT ONE PRESS CONFERENCE WINNERS Xavier Bautista 2nd place Editorial Writing Melvin Francis Ocado 5th place Cartooning Keith Anne Dizon 9th place Paglalarawang Tudling Kristian Guevarra 9th place Copyreading & Headline Writing Lemuel Surio 10th place Copyreading & Headline Writing

BANDILA RADYO SINGKO UNO 2nd Best in Scriptwritng for Filipino Radio Broadcasting

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n July 26, 2018 the grade 12 SHS students participated in the first ever short film festival for their 21st Century Literature class inside the school’s AVR.The film viewing of the “CINEMINUTOS 21st Century Literature, Short Film Festival” was open for the parents of the participants and for the invited

guests and it was hosted by Mr. Mark Alvin Ocampo, our APC and teacher in 21st Century Literature.

The Grade 12 students were assigned by groups to create a short film festival focusing on the social contemporary issues.

After the short films were presented, the awarding of the

nominees was held by Mr. Ocampo.

The Following are the awardees: Best Screenplay – "Pasado" Best Story –"Sandalan" Best Poster – "Sandalan" Best Director - Khyla Fineza, “Late” Best Actor - AaronCelestino, “Sandalan” Best Film – "Sandalan".

Ronan Cayabyab Romar Supapo Marco Luis Beech Ivan Isles Sam Padilla John Kenneth Bulalacao John Russel Fabunan

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SNPS Celebrates Filipino: Wika ng saliksik

by Julianne Venice Abuel

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■A very faithful speech. Fr. Arre opens the program during the buwan ng wika. © Aaroh Torreses

CCF initiates

#iponkotulongko project

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n June 2, 2018, the Pastoral Minister, Ms. Marla Ortiz relaunched the project “coin for a cause” to a new format called “#Iponkotulongko”, with the objective of raising funds in support of the outreach activities: catechesis, mentoring, feeding and supporting the “Handog-saya” program.Starting off the activity, each class in every grade level provide an empty can of powdered milk that can be seen in most households. It is submitted to the Center for Christian Formation(CCF) teachers to be labeled. Upon return, the students were encouraged to fill the can with 25 centavo coins or one peso, which is supposed to be offered every first friday of the month.

The class with the most

savings will receive a certificate of recognition.All collected coins will proceed to the needs of the outreach recipients. This was done with the collaborative efforts not only of the students but also with their teachers.

This was proved to be a success. For the first trimester, Grade three– St. Tarcisius had the most savings with the amount of ₱ 1,896 , followed by Grade 7- Our Lady of Assumption with their ₱1,721 and Grade six- St. Ignatius of Loyola with ₱1,210.

The program gathered about ₱10,882 worth of collections.

With the hope of more in the second trimester, this shows how dedicated Niñans are when called to help.

SNPS Celebrates a day with the Saints

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by Selena Nicole Villanueva

ast November 9, 2018, The SNPS celebrated The Day with the Saints by starting it with a holy mass and followed by a parade then held a contest afterwards.

Everyone, from pre-school to highschool and also the personnel joined this event.

During the contest, students and teachers were asked about the saints that they were portraying and also the background of their chosen one.

Among all of the personnel, Those who won are Ms. Dennise Empremiado (5th place)Ms. Kate

Ramos (4th place), Ms. Marivic Alimpolos (3rd Place), Mr. Krisstofer Quemquem (2nd place), and Ms. Khryzelle Espeña for the 1st Place.

This program is under the Center for Christian Formation (CCF) and it aims to teach each and everyone about the Love and Faith that our saints embodied throughout their lives.

In addition, This program helped us to know how the saints lived as to appreciate life in all aspects. It also helped us, Ninians to live with S.H.O.W. and followed the example of our beloved saints.

NIÑANS CELEBRATE U.N.

by Franchesca Sembrano

■Nations Unite Together. SNPS Drum and Lyre Corps starts the program. © Angelica Panganiban

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e celebrated the United Nations Day with a theme “Every Niñan : Upholding the Culture of Peace. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9” hosted by Ruther Dagami and Ma. Dennise Catubag last Oct. 18, 2018.In our celebration, students performed different dances from international countries. The primary level performed a dance from Tahiti.

The Intermediate level preformed “Bailando” which originated in Spain. While the High School level performed an Austrian Dance.

Students are also flaunted their

costumes. Some won best in costume such as Monsalud, Cruz, Santos, Garnica, Rellores, and Arancillo. In line with this celebration, winners of the Histo-Quiz are awarded.

For the HS level, we have Ahren Bautista, Chiara Deleña, PH Flores, and Hannah Oliver for First Place.

In Second Place, we have Selena Villanueva, Margarita Salvador, Dirk Ablanque, and Jerica Tiongson.

Lastly, for the third place, we have Annegret Garnica, Franchesca Sembrano, Erin Diesta, and Julianne Abuel.

NPS celebrated the annual Buwan ng Wika celebration last August 24, 2018 held in the school’s triangle and hosted by our beloved Filipino teachers, Mrs. Marla Ortiz and Mr. Markinly Monceda.

A warm introduction was given to us by the SNPS Drum and Lyre Corps headed by Mr. Benjamin Lagumen. They performed different hits followed by the performance of the Niñan Ballet Dancers. DOCES Superintendent, Fr. Raymond Joseph L. Arre gave the opening remarks wherein he said “Ang wika ay isang paraan para maipakita

at mapahalagahan ang pagiging Pilipino.” that made each Niñan reflect and realize the importance of our language.

After that, selected students from ECE to Junior High school performed different Philippine folk dances.

The ECE level performed a dance number entitled “Magtanim ay ‘di biro”. For the primary level, they performed a dance using a native wide-brimmed hat (Salakot) which originated in Caticlan and also performed “Isang Pipit”. To end the dance program, The Junior High School level presented Cariñosa, a

Wisdom, Obedience vie for SCB seats

dance using a fan and handkerchief, which originated from the Bicol region. Then a special intermission number was performed by a Grade 9 student, Ms. Erin Gwyn B. Diesta who sang “Isang Lahi”. The High school students performed the songs “Shine Pilipinas” and “Piliin mo ang Pilipinas”. John Kenneth Bulalacao, prepared a speech regarding the theme “Filipino: Wika ng Saliksik”.

"Ang Buwan ng Wika ay taunang Pagdiriwang, na kung saan ipinakikita lamang nito ang yaman at ganda ng ating wika." Sir Markinly Monceda, Filipino Teacher concluded.

SCB OFFICERS SY 18-19 Denisse Catubag President Gwyneth Balba Secretary Alaissa Ty Treasurer

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wo partylists, the Wisdom Partylist and the Obedience Partylist competed for the positions in the Student Coordinating Body (SCB) this S.Y. 2018-2019. Each partylist visited classrooms from Grades 4 to Grade 10 to campaign their representatives.

Each of them really exerted effort so they can gain the trust of Niñans.

“Mahirap pero masaya tsaka doon ko rin talaga nakita yung pagkakaisa ng Niñans.” Dagami, the standing president of Obedience Partylist shared. They were given a week to prove themselves not just to the students but also to the entire Areally close that it is not easy to determine which one will win. Denise Catubag of Wisdom Partylist stated “Nakakakaba talaga kasi ang ganda ng laban.” The election this year was easier because it was automated with computers

so it is not hard to count votes and after few hours, the winners are already determined. The result is also provided on this page.Majority of the Wisdom Partylist won and there are some who came from Obedience Partylist. Hannah Aguilar, our new auditor admitted that she was indeed shocked with the results “At first, talagang nakakagulat kasi ‘di ko inaasahan na mananalo ako kasi based sa votes na nilabas sa elementary, mas lumamang yung kabilang party kesa sakin. Pero syempre masaya ako na nanalo ako.”The newly new elected SCB Officers also pledged with their Adviser, Mr. Krisstofer Quemquem. They also made it clear that they are helpers and not the builders. They will push Niñans to improve and achieve our school’s Vision and Mission.

Franchesca Sembrano Business Mangager Hannah Aguilar Auditor Dirk Ablanque P.R.O. Marco Beech Gr. 10 Rep PH Flores Gr. 9 Rep Princess Estonactoc Gr. 8 Rep Annegret Garnica Gr. 7 Rep Mike Bondad Gr. 6 Rep Mary Gwuneth Tenio Gr. 5 Rep Benjamin Tamayo Gr. 4 Rep

MAS Campus Tour Visits SNPS

by Marco Luis Beech

■MAS Talents on SNPS stage. The SNPS community Thank Them. © Angelica Panganiban

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he SNPS grounds was invaded last November 26, 2018, by the talented teens under M.A.S. (Marco Angelo Selorio) Productions.

The young talented Australian based group had their campus tour entitled ‘MAS campus tour’. The group consists of seven members, three ladies and four gentlemen. The members are Mika Salamanca, Genesis Beatbox, Omar Elhashem, Brendan Tran, Sammy T, Ula and Nate Porcalla.

The purpose of the show is to inspire Niñans to showcase their hidden talents and encourage them to be proud of who they are, and also one of the reason is to promote the

upcoming concert of Mika Salamanca that happened last December 1, 2018 They started with a music number courtesy of Sammy T, followed by the performance of Ula, she even said “It is my third day here in the Philippines and I must say that it is an amazing three days.” continued with a freestyle hip-hop dance by Nate Porcalla and a song number by Brendan Tran as he sang ‘Nadarang’

by Shanti Dope and a quick message for Niñans that we are so good as a fan and even the best. And at exactly 8:10 am, the most awaited person arrived at the school grounds, Mika Salamanca. As Mika launches and

requested Niñans to attend her first ever concert at the Music Museum last December 1, 2018. She returned the favor to the Niñans as she sang in front of the students and even invited three lucky students and a teacher to sing with her on the stage.This day for Niñans is truly unforgettable because of the surprise and the show,Also, do not forget to follow them on their Instagram accounts: @omarelhashem @samanthatoubiaa @marcoselorio @porcallanate @genesisbeatbox @mikaslmnc @ulamusic_ @brendantranmusic

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am a new student here in Sto. Niño Parochial School but even though I am a newbie Niñan, I can say that this school will help me grow not just as a student but as a Catholic. SNPS is a Catholic school that teaches students to become righteous and moral individuals.

The school doesn’t only develop the skills of the students academically, but also morally. This moral teaching doesn’t end on the four sides of the classroom, but it bounds in their entire life as human being.

SNPS introduces the works and the life of Jesus Christ to their students.

This teaching is grounded on core

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eyond changing labels, K to 12 is transforming teaching methods and providing fresh perspectives on life after junior high school. The K to 12 program calling for kindergarten, six years of elementary school, four years of junior high school and two years of senior high school. The law embraced the 12-year basic education program that is now the international norm and eschewed the 10-year cycle enforced in the country since the Commonwealth era. Now, the eye is on the twoyear senior high school, or grades 11 and 12. Its completion could lead to a college or university degree or gainful employment in any of the vocational

values which is the SHOW. The

“ A Niñan lives a humble life. ” SHOW embodies the four qualities skills offered during the final two years of basic education.Graduates of the program could acquire certificates

“ There’s a lot of opportunities waiting for me.” of competencies to land them jobs as electricians, tailors or cooks

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of what a Niñan is; S for Simplicity, H for Humility, O for Obedience and W for Wisdom. These qualities define the characteristics of a Niñan.The first value is Simplicity. A Niñan lives a simple life. In this generation, many students are affected by the wordy lures making them forget of what simplicity means. To be simple is to focus on what is need or what they want.

That is the true value of a Niñan, a content and a simple individual. The second value is Humility. A Niñan lives a humble life. Some people, when they get much attention or when they reach the top on their and many more.

Other agencies like the National Commission for the Culture and the Arts, and the Philippine S p o r t s Commission could also issue certifications.

But, our government wasn’t prepared to implement a 12-year Basic Education Cycle mandated

by K to 12, as manifested by the actual insufficiency of classrooms, libraries, toilets, and other facilities; textbooks, modules, and other instructional materials; teachers, non-teaching staff, maintenance staff and other education sector personnel in the old 10-year Basic Education Cycle. And the government’s actual

Section Editors Xavier Geoff Bautista Monica Hilario Hannah Ysabelle Aguilar Melvin Francis Ocado Keisha Denise Amador Ma. Angelica Panganiban

SNPS: S.H.O.W. Values lives tends to change their attitude.

Instead of being humble, they tend to become proud. A Niñan doesn’t brag.The third value is Obedience.

A Niñan knows how to obey. We obey not only our parents but also the elders like principal, teachers, janitors, etc. Respect follows through Obedience. A Niñan is respectful, that’s why he or she is also obedi-ent.The fourth and last on the core values is Wisdom. He or she knows what is proper and

reasonable from what is not. A student knows what is just. Like Jesus, he or she lives a righteous life in accordance to the wisdom that God has given.Being in a Catholic school is such a privilege because of the teachings that we can use in our lives until we get old. Applying these values of Sto. Niño, the little Jesus makes the students from this school distinct from others. These SHOW values define what a Niñan is and these values define who we are.

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education budget in recent decades never reached 4% of the GDP, while the global standard is pegged at 6% of the GDP, hence, the K to 12 program will be predictably disastrous.But on the sunny side, schools are trying to cope with these. Even though a lot of things are lacking, teachers and other staff of different schools are looking for ways so that students will be able to have the progress that they must have and also for learners to be equipped enough.As one of

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the graduating students of K to 12 Curriculum, I can say that there’s a lot of opportunities waiting for me.

When it comes to its fruit, we are still waiting for it because the first batch of students who graduated as Grade 12 students last year as still taking up their college courses. Few years from now, we will see the changes. Few years from now, we can see how our government ensured the future of our country.

Ms. Jericka Gail De Guzman Assistant School Paper Adviser

Ms. Alyssa Tornilla School Paper Adviser Mrs. Maura Merida Principal Fr. Raymond Joseph Arre Director

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nations." But not everyone is pleased with this agreement.

Many Filipinos, mostly the F i l i p i n o educators are not in favor of this. A few years

by Aaroh Jon Pichollo Torreses ago, a news was important so teaching and studying spread out in our country that the [foreign languages] in schools is Filipino subject will no longer be needed in tertiary level that also caused a lot of educators to speak out. The Sentro ng Wikang Filipino director, Rommel Rodriguez said “Patuloy ang paglaban para isulong at ipagtanggol ang Wikang Filipino at Panitikan ng Pilipinas.” Abolishing the Filipino subject will not just affect the knowledge of Filipinos when it comes to using it but it will also affect a lot of aspects such as our government, politics, society, and there’s a huge chance that countries may invade us again. It is simply valuing something that is not ours and setting aside what very helpful to deepen the bilateral we have that we must nourish and take care. Antonio P. Contreras, a understanding between two

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he inclusion of the Korean language in the Special Program in Foreign Language (SPFL) was formalized back in June 2017 through a memorandum of agreement between our country and South Korea.

According to DepEd Assistant Secretary Tonisito Umali, students will be taught how to write and speak in Hangul.

He also added that this will help the youth to appreciate Korean culture and will also serve as an edge for the ones who are aiming to work in Korea. Korean Ambassador, Kim Jae Shin also agreed and added “Language is very

“ Changes will always occur and we always learn new things. ”

former professor of the De La Salle level is Mother Tongue based? But University stated “For a country last November 18, 2018, our local that is so sensitive to its culinary news aired that DepEd made it clear delights or its quirks being criticized, that the Korean language classes and whose passion to rally around will not replace the Filipino subject popular heroes and personalities in the basic education curriculum. is almost legendary, how we will "The study of the Korean language react to this betrayal would reveal a is elective and not part of the core lot about us as a people.” This will subjects of around 700 learners in 10 really bring chaos to our society selected junior high schools (JHS) and will divide our country. If we in NCR," DepEd said in a statement. will just look at the reality that we DepEd also implemented five other have, it is somehow awkward in our programs in SPFL before the Korean society to speak fluently in Filipino. Language and those are classes in: But if you speak fluently in foreign Spanish, French, German, Chinese, languages, people will look up on and Japanese in all public schools. you for speaking and using those Those said programs are already very well. Even in our school, we, done in different schools for years. young Filipinos are somehow aliens They also clarified that students when it comes to our language.We who have shown competency in always react on a Filipino word that Filipino and English are the only we never knew before and we’re ones who are allowed for the SPFL. amazed when we already know how "SPFL is open to Grades 7 to 10 to use that. We are fishes who are learners who have demonstrated starting to rot but we don’t notice competence in Filipino and English, it. And as time goes by, the situation and are interested in and capable of gets worse as the younger ones learning another foreign language." mimic what they can hear from the also stated by DepEd. Changes will adults.It is truly amazing that some always occur and we always learn toddlers also have British accent new things. But that doesn’t mean now but let us look at our curriculum, that we will forget what is important do you think it will be easy for them and we will set it aside. It is good to to grow up with a foreign language learn new languages but it is really if the means of instruction in great to love what’s ours. kindergarten up to the primary

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ullying here in the Philippines has reached its extent, where most of the students and teenagers who experienced it have decided to end their life. This issue has been rampant here in our country and it is mostly experienced by students, and unfortunately, it is still rising according to the statistics. Cases of bullying have risen by up to 21% by the year of 2014, as stated by a report of the DepEd, which had a total of 6,363 cases in comparison to the 5,236 cases in 2013.

All of us have our own rights to be protected against abuse and violence, on both our physical or mental health, and we students are not an exception to it. Bullying comes in any form: verbal, physical, and online actions done by one or a group of students directed at another individual that affects emotional and physical, and also, damage to his/her property. Nowadays, issues of cyber bullying are the most common case of bullying in almost every school here in the Philippines.

Last August 16, 2018, a seminar about bullying was held by our Prefect of Students, Mrs. Mylene Barlis, at the Audio-Visual Room. Students from Junior High School attended the seminar and selected students who

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attended were interviewed and asked and what did they learn from it.

“The seminar acts as an orientation for the new students and a recall for the old ones” said Theodore Rosauro

of 9 – Our Lady of Lourdes. “Kung walang values na natutunan, mas mapo-provoke and mga students para mainvolve sa bullying” he added. I have also interviewed one Niñan that was once a bully and said that “bullies are not aware that they bully someone. For us, we tend to do it for fun”. The said seminar lasted for almost 1 hour.

As a student of SNPS, we should learn that what we do and what we say to others may not always be fun as we know. Every one of us should know our limits, of what we say and how we act towards our colleagues and every other individual in our surroundings.

Take action and stand up, for we are students of values, and be courageous enough to stop bullying here in our school. If you want a change, start it within yourselves. A small improvement can lead into a huge development.

Let’s make our school a fun and peaceful place to study. We can all be achievers if we will continue this. So dear Niñans, help one another and value each other. Together, let’s say, “Back off, bullies!”

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s the ship sinking? In the past years, we Filipinos are under the power and influence of different foreign races. During this era, the traditions and beliefs of the Filipinos were changed. The dominance of the invaders leads to devastating results to the Filipinos such as death, slavery, and corruption.

Our heroes b r a v e l y s a c r i f i c e themselves to fight for our freedom. Their dedication, sacrifice and love for our country leads us to our independence.

In our modern society, we take advantage of our freedom to do what we please instead of what is right.

It is hard to think if the Filipinos are worth fighting for or rather we do really deserve our freedom. Just like in our generation, we look up to the foreign culture rather than to

embrace our own culture. How can we fight for our country if we as Filipinos don’t even bother to love our country.

Our country is like a sinking ship with all the social and political issues such as crime, drug abuse, terrorism, poverty, and corruption.

From all these issues we are now f a c i n g , should we abandon the ship and just swim away? The Filipinos are still worth fighting for. We, as citizens of our country, we must d e v e l o p unity to help each other for the common good.

Our country has the potential to improve, all we need is to love and respect our country. Thus, we must not abandon our country, we must embrace it and share it to the future generation.

“ We take advantage of our freedom to do what we please instead of what is right ”

Dear Kuya G,

Dearest Sender,

I am writing to voice my opinion about the concerns in our school. Students always

First, I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude for taking your time to communicate with us your concerns about the school. Having considered the points of your message, I write to let you know of my approbation with regards to your opinion about the said matter. As a student, I must say that it is quite bothersome to note that your complaints are addressed to persons of the same reputation as we have. Moreover, I can also agree on the fact that there are some facilities that seem faulty, and I believe, that if not for this letter, students would still continue misusing the school’s properties. In line with this, I would like to appeal to my fellow students to consider this discussion as a call to action to observe correct use of school property and facilities. By doing so, malfunctions can be avoided so as to fill the needs of the entire SNPS Community. I also hope to see this letter as a reminder for everyone to act on the necessary measures and start within themselves.

tend to demand and complain about the facilities and the system, but my concern about the school are the students currently studying here. Everybody talks trash about broken facilities, as a matter of fact, we’ll never have broken and useless facilities if the students know how to use it properly without playing or breaking it.

I suggest that we should implement the school rules in a more strict way so that the students will have the urge to do good and abide by it.

Sincerely, Grade 10 student

Sincerely Yours, Kuya G.

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The Brave, [Ma'am] Merida

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ne of the biggest changes this year is our new School Principal The Brave, Ma’am Merida. Before she became our principal, we all knew her as our former Academic Coordinatorfor. But now, she's on the next chapter of her career and even though we know her as our new principal, there’s a lot of things that we don’t know about her yet.

Before teaching, Ma’am Merida also dreamt of being an artist.

She also said that she grew up loving art and designing as well, “I’m fond of art, as far as I remember I have joined several art contests such as on-the-spot painting, canvass painting. When I was a College student, I tried to join a contest wherein I won as the 3rd place.” she added. That interest also led her to other opportunities.

Back then, she was also hired by a Chinese teacher to make her visual aids and designed a resource center of a school wherein her professor was a consultant. But still, she chose teaching.

Back when she was young, she was inspired by her teachers. “I wonder how my teachers did those activities that I enjoyed a lot.” she supported.

She started teaching here in SNPS way back in 1991 and assigned as the class adviser of Grade 1- San Lorenzo Ruiz.

For her, teaching opened up a lot of doors. With the people she met, the activities she joined, the laughter she shared, the problems she encountered, with the pupils she taught, she realized, instead of her teaching, it is her who is learning.

“In SNPS I learned to appreciate that having less of the material things is not being less as a teacher.

"SNPS has prepared me over time to b e c o m e s e l f disciplined, v a l u e l a d e n and be a

committed teacher with a deep understanding that God is with me in my

daily life.” For her, the best part of teaching is when her former students recognize her and they remember her as someone who touched their hearts.

That makes her really proud because seeing them makes her happy and knowing that they are already successful in their chosen paths.

Even Sir Sulit and Ma’am Tornilla were her students back when they are in elementary level.

Teaching is really her passion but this year, she bravely faced her new phase̶ being the

principal of SNPS. For her, it gives her mixed emotions.

She’s nervous because it’s not easy but she’s also happy, excited, and determined because she have us with her.

“With some changes we have implemented this school year and for more we are about to, I look forward for a total participation and cooperation of everyone, and that they may realize that what we are doing is for our students benefit.” she concluded. Tough times never last but tough people do just like Ma’am Merida.

This school year is really a year of surprises but also a year that shows how we are open to changes. And for that, SNPS celebrates because we have a principal who serves as a role model for students to face challenges with God as the center of their lives.

Data collected by Samuel Carlton Padilla, Gabriel Barba

A. V. R.

Aesthetically and Vividly Renovated

by Samuel Padilla The Audio Visual Room is one of the school's great facilities that is widely used for events, classes, and even school meetings.

SNPS' AVR was renovated and shown a spectacular look which gave amusement for both personnel and students .What's new with our schools AVR?

Well, it is now tiled up and has freshly painted wood walls.

Pictures frames that includes the images of dancing students during the Ati-atihan festival that we celebrate annually. Our AVR shows the culture of being a Niñan and gives warmth to the hearts of one who enters it.

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What Makes A Hero

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n writing this article, I remembered an interview that was aired on ABS-CBN’s Bandila in the remaining hours of Ninoy Aquino Day. In the interview, a historical expert talked about on how we should appreciate that day; not by simply praising Ninoy Aquino – a national hero to some, a national disgrace to others – and his efforts to free the country from the tyranny of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos, but to also understand why he wanted to free us. And while I’m one of those people who thinks that Ninoy is a hero, this had me thinking: What makes a hero? What are the qualities that an ordinary person should have for them to be rec-

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ognized as a hero? So, when I was given this assignment the following day, I went around asking people that same question; What makes a hero?

After talking to a handful of respondents; some from our school and a couple from from the neighboring Quezon City Science High School, here’s what I gathered: A hero is someone who inspires, willing to sacrifice their lives for others, and has left a lasting mark in history. One respondent even replied “act like Jesus”. Which, to my knowledge, means one also needs to be kind of heart, and has faith. And looking at what I have, I can think of a handful of our National Heroes

who shares some of these traits.

One such hero is the one we all recognize: Jose Rizal. When he was writing Noli Me Tangere, he feared that no one would ever read his book, but he persisted. He had faith that people would read it. And they did, for when the book came out, it went on to inspire many Filipinos to revolt against our colonizers.

Another hero is Andres Bonifacio, who was inspired by Rizal to start the Katipunan. The man was really committed to bring freedom in our country, to the point where he would risk death just to do so. While not a lot of people liked him, he was admired by many oth-

A Man and His Circle

by Ronan Elijah Cayabyab

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e all know President precursor to the Department of Quezon as “Ama ng Education) in 1936 to build more Pambansang Wika” as schools and maintain existing ones. we grew up and learn And during World War II, in his things about our country and language. second term, he helped the Jewish There’s also the Quezon Memorial people to escape from the clutches of Circle located at the heart of Quezon Adolf Hitler and the Nazis by opening City which is also named after him. up the country and letting them seek But there are also some things that we refuge. It was also during Quezon’s didn’t know about him or maybe some time when women started to receive of us already had forgotten. Manuel their right to vote.After the Japanese Luis Quezon was born on August 19, took over the country, Quezon was 1878 in Baler. forced to go to USA.

He grew up with his parents It was also during this time who are both teachers and they both when his health started to fail. He was contributed much to his education as diagnosed with Tuberculosis in the a child. In 1907, he was elected to the 1920s. And by 1944, it started to take Philippine Assembly (now the House its toll on him. By summer of that year, of Representatives) as one of the he was transferred to Saranac Lake’s country’s first congressmen. In 1916, “cure cottages” in New York for him he was elected as a senator and he was to recover; but he never did. He died the longest-serving Senate President peacefully on August 1, 1944, 18 days who served for 19 years. short of his 66th birthday, and two

In 1935, he became the years even shorter of witnessing his President of the Philippines. During country become finally independent his term, the economy was at its peak from the Americans. He was originally since 1929. He created the National buried in New York, and his body Council of Education (which is the wasn’t in its current location until

1976, when the Quezon Memorial Circle was built. Manuel L. Quezon’s contributions to our country is really important. And as a result, many places were named after him. Two of the most iconic is Quezon Province, renamed from Tayabas in 1946, and Quezon City, which was actually Quezon’s dream city. The Manuel L. Quezon University was also named after him, and the highest honor conferred by the Republic is the Quezon Service Cross, given only to five Filipinos ever since the honor’s inception. Let us also not forget Quezon’s face in the 20 Peso bill, and the absolutely beautiful Circle.

The next time Quezon Day comes around, let us not only be glad that we have another holiday to rest in, but let us also appreciate what Quezon has done for our country. You could head to the Circle right now, go inside the three-pointed tower where is tomb lays, and say ‘Thank you, for what you did for us’.

ers for his bravery and cause.

We have a lot of National Heroes here in the Philippines, and it’s a bit hard to list them all. But among all these heroes with these traits, one hero stands out. In fact, this hero is not just one person – it’s hundreds of thousands, scattered across the globe. It’s the Overseas Filipino Worker. My mother was one such OFW, and in her years working at a cruise ship as a waitress, she faced multiple rude vacationers all to make me and my father’s lives better back home. She is a very kind person, and would stand up for our family if needed. I will admit, I do give her a hard time half the time, but I have the highest

appreciation for her for what she’s done for us. And if you have an OFW in your family, maybe you should feel the same.

When you think about it this way, becoming a hero isn’t all that hard when you have the traits stated above. You won’t become a massive sensation overnight, but maybe you could change someone’s life bit by bit. National Heroes Day isn’t about the heroes that we recognize, but it’s about the ones that we know are going to help us out when we need them.

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THE A TI THE TI FES T FES

It’s been a tradition for a very long time for us to celebrate the Ati-Atihan Festival every third week of January.

As a new year starts, we spend one whole week back to school by rigorously dancing our hearts out in celebration of our beloved Santo Niño, Patron Saint of Bago Bantay. It all started with our former Director Father Bong Guerrero. He made each Niñan involved in the celebration which everyone loved because it’s a nice way to show our devotion and be one with the Child Jesus, and the colorful costumes that identifies us as Niñans to everyone who watches us. The Ati- Atihan Festival is celebrated during the third week of January, it also originated in Kalibo, A k l a n .T h e name Ati- atihan means “To be like the Ati people”.

The Ati refers to the aboriginal Aetas who lived in Panay Island.

Some time in 1200 A.D., 10 Malay chief-

tains, called Datus, fled the island of Borneo in Indonesia to escape the clutches of their king, Sultan Makatunaw. They arrived in the Philippines sometime later, and they settled in Panay after having granted permission to immigrate by the Ati people.

The leader of the ten Datus, Datu Puti, made a trade with the Ati people, buying their plains for a golden salakot, brass basins, bales of cloth and a long necklace for the wife of the Ati leader’s wife. Afterwards, they partied like there was no tomorrow.Subsequently, the Ati people thought they had fun too hard and started suffering from supply shortage due to bad harvest.

They went down from their mountain village to the Datu settlement below to seek their generosity, to which the Datu acknowledged. The Ati people rejoiced again, this time grateful for the gifts that were given to them. The original Ati-Atihan was initially for the Ati people’s Anito god, before the Spanish added Christian symbolism into the festival. And thus, the festival evolved into what it is today.

While this version has been declared as a myth, this isn’t the only origin story of the festival. In 1975, Father Jose Iturralde wrote a history of the Ati-Atihan which, according to him, dates back to the 1700s.According to him, an unnamed fisherman from Naile, Aklan went to the local river to catch fish. While there, instead of fish, he had

-A TIHAN -A TIHAN TIVAL TI VAL caught a piece of wood that was floating around. He tried to throw it away and catch some actual fish, but the piece of wood kept coming back to his net. Dismayed, he decided to bring the piece of wood home, thinking that it would make great firewood. However, that night, he and his wife heard a beating sound nearby. They investigate and found the piece of wood, now carved in the form of a child. They place the piece of wood on an altar, and soon afterwards are immediately blessed with good harvests. Several weeks passed and they decided to bring the piece of wood to the priest of Ibajay. He tells them to leave the wood at the parish after hearing their blessings with it. However, the wood keeps disappearing from the parish and is always found at rooftop of the fisherman’s house. The residents of Ibajay interprets this as a call for them to ask for forgiveness to God. Thus, they start to blacken their faces with coal and dress themselves in rags in an effort to have the piece of wood to stay. The plan worked, and the piece of wood never left the parish ever again.

Sometime after, The Moros, Spanish colonizers from Mindoro, tried to invade the town of Ibajay. The residents fought back and won.

They dedicated their victory to their piece of wood patron, and celebrated. When

Padre Fernando was reassigned to Kalibo, he also duplicated the event there, thus starting the At i - At i han

festival as we know it.

There’s no denying that the Ati-Atihan Festival has s i g n i fi c a n c e to our history and culture and and to us ,Niñans as well. Our devotion to Sto. Niño will be marked to us forever.Viva, Viva, Santo Niño!

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Where to go this School Year?

A Guide for this Years Fieldtrip

by Aldy Ezekiel Ramirez

iñans had a blast exploring different places of Luzon on their field trip. Places are ranging from Pasay to Nueva Ecija, the choices for this school year was truly amazing! The Primary Level students had their educational tour around the Northern part of Luzon wherein they visited places like Ocean Adventure, Barasoain Church and many more! The Intermediate Level learned a lot about our history and planes as they visit the Philippine Air Force Museum. Many kids are dreaming to become a pilot someday and if you’re one of them, you will truly enjoy this place.

The Grades 7 and 8 had an

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educational hands on trip wherein they visited places in Rizal. They had fun taking pictures and appreciating the art works in Pinto Art Museum and their favorite was when they visited the Cardona Livelihood Program wherein they also experienced how the people of Cardona worked with their water lilies and form it into something useful.

The Grade 9 students also had a great time as the y learn and had fun at the same time at Paradise Adventure Camp 3. They participated a lot of strategic games and worked as a team that taught them how to communicate better, focus, be a leader and a follower and many more! Our

Grade 10 students also had their unforgettable field trip wherein they went to Nueva Ecija! The students had fun as they experience the joy of living in the rural area especially working in the farm! They got muddy but they really enjoyed a lot because that is something unusual if you live in urban areas.

Plus there’s a lot of sceneries that are really pleasing and refreshing to the eyes. Educational trips are really fun but let us not forget that we can also learn something from it. May we cherish all the memories and learnings in our hearts.

SNPS: Bida ang Saya

by Kristian Allen Guevarra

Guarding Genuineness Imparting Wisdom

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because “The Seedling” was indeed a huge thing but this serves as an inspiration for us, writers to pursue and work harder. We push ourselves well beyond our limits so we can deliver you the news and up to date trends in our campus.

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his school year, another..“new” made the Niñans excited and happy. Most of us got really hyped for the newly opened Jollibee in Bago Bantay, Q. C. That's why on its first day, the Niñans rushed after class and everyone ate their favorite

Jollibee meal. Jollibee is truly close to our hearts. We grew up singing and dancing with him and of course, eating our favorite chicken joy and jolly spaghetti! But the fun did not end up there! He even joined one of our zumba sessions and that made

the Niñans more energetic and cheerful dancers.

It is undeniable that in Jollibee, we share our love and laughter with each other. It is already a part of our family. Indeed, "Sa Jollibee, bida ang saya."

A Simple Offer to Our Modest Mother

by Chiara Jayne Delena

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n every Mama Mary’s Birthday, we celebrate it with a mass offered for her. We, Catholics celebrate it every September 8 of the year and we do that as we remember her as Jesus’ mother and of course, as our Blessed Virgin Mary and Mother.

Also Mama Mary’s birthday is always celebrated in the Philippines. Many of us attend the mass to celebrate. We always pray the rosary, as well as offering flowers and candles to the Blessed Mother. But

the best present we can give to Mary is to follow her virtues and characters.

She is holy and free from sin. But let us also keep in mind our Mother Mary’s compassion and sensitivity to the needs of others.

After a month, we celebrated the “Month of the Living Rosary” wherein we prepared different Mary’s figures for a parade and decorated it with colorful and beautiful flowers and we’ve had our rosary with the entire school and

some parents included. In our school, it is also a tradition that students will serve as a living rosary with the use of balloons that are connected with each other and formed. After praying, the balloons were sent to the sky.

Students always gather and run to see the rosary as it lifts higher up to the sky.

It never failed to give us chills and in that way, it feels like we can communicate closer to Mama Mary.

One-on-One with Mika Salamanca

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veryone went crazy when they to everyone. He also encourage the saw Mika Salamanca walking young hearts who are willing to on the school grounds. Even express themselves through writing. though she’s late, she still managed to steal everyone’s attention.

We are hoping that through this, “Naoverwhelm ako kasi first time ko we can inspire others so that we sya nameet from online to per-sonal.” can guard genuineness and impart ZJ Canceran, a fan of Mika and also from 12-ABM stated. We got a chance wisdom together. to interview her when they visited us here in our school. A lot of Niñans do idolize her because of her talent and her vlogs. But who is she by the

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way? Mika Salamanca is a talented 18 year old internet sensation with more than 500k subscribers on her You Tube channel, 268k followers on her Instagram account and 243k followers on her Twitter account.

Accord-ing to Mika, she considers herself as an influencer.

She also advices the youth to don’t rush and keep everything going.

When she was asked if she wants to stay in the Philippines, she said “I actually like it but I can’t decide now.”

She also added that she’s willing to go back here in SNPS.

“I really want to feel the love and the warm wel-come of you guys once again.” She concluded. Mika is undeniably close to our hearts and she also loves the Niñan crowd.

Well, there’s no doubt because like Mika, Niñans are very God fearing, smart, loving, talented, and of course, we value our families so much.

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High School Night

Highlights

SNPS Crowns the New “Prinsipe at Prinsesa”

by Ma. Angelica Panganiban

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t’s been 52 years since the Sto. Niño Parochial School was founded by Msgr. Miguel P. Nuguid, the first parish priest of the Sto. Niño Parish from 1967-1981.

In celebration of the foundation week, SNPS includes the coronation of the Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Paaralang Sto. Niño. Every year, a number of students are selected to represent each section per level. This occasion serves as a fundraising event to help the school.

This year, we have John Michael A. Bucad and Sophia Leonene M. Daylo as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Kawanggawa” from Gr. 2- St. Martha, John Carlo V. Panganiban and Marianne Beatrice G. Delos Santos from Gr. 6- St. Thomas Aquinas as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Kalinisan”, Raiu Kirstian M. Villa and Marian B. Nicdao from Gr. 4- St. Agnes as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Pag-asa”, Xian Francis P. Cubelo and Summer Alexandria

J. Del Rosario from Kinder- St. Uriel and Nursery Holy Guardian Angels as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Pananampalataya”, Vaughn Michael C. Cordovilla and Danielle Reign G. Dela Cruz as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Pag-ibig” from Pre-Kinder-St. Rafael and St. Michael, Gideon A. Cuison and Reigne Anica E. Bungabong as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Kapayakan” from Gr. 5- San Pedro Calungsod, Ric Ryan R. Corro and Rollyn Cassandra S. Gabat as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Pagkamasunurin” from Gr. 3- St. Tarcisius, Earl Ronald B. Diesta and Phoebe Rei Marielle M. Pelipel as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Kababaangloob” from Gr. 5- St. Lorenzo Ruiz, Mark Daniel B. Garcia and Dara Dencen Isabel B. Villarin as “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Karunungan” from Gr. 1- St. Teresa of Avila and finally, Rav Kian T. Balatbat and Beatriz Angeline D. Bela from Gr. 6- St. Ignatius of Loyola was crowned as the “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Paaralang Sto. Niño 2019.” According to Balatbat and

Bela, they both felt excited, nervous, weird and happy all at the same time. Aside from the crown, they also managed to win in the raffle draw.

Krystal Reyes, a celebrity from GMA 7 was also invited to be a special guest and sang “Torete” by Moonstar88 during the coronation night. Kikay and Mikay from IBC 13 were also present as they performed a song and dance act.

The SNPS Community also presented various talents as the Junior Singing Competition Winner, Maxzine Ystefany Catangui from Gr. 6- St. Ignatius of Loyola sang “Akin Ka Na Lang” by Morisette Amon.

Mr. Monceda and Ms. Espeña were also seen that night as they formed a duet to sing “Perfect”

by Ed Sheeran.

We also witnessed the passing of the crown from last year’s Prinsipe at Prinsesa, Joseph M. Sullivan and Crystal Hazel Tinambacan to this year’s winners.

Tips Tips and and Tricks Tricks for for a a better better Instagram Instagram Feed Feed

by Monica Hilario

Instagram, a virtual world where you can release your inner creativity. But of course, it takes time and a lot of effort to improve your feed. Here are some tips given by fellow schoolmate, Aaroh Torreses (@aarohtorreses ).

First, consistency. Post once or twice a week and interact with your followers. Being consistent also shows that you are dedicated on what you are doing.

Second, look for a theme that you really like to embody. Sticking to a certain theme makes it pleasing to the eye. You can look at other Social Influencers’ photos for inspiration.

Third, make sure to take pictures with good lighting. Good lighting is key to taking your new pictures to a different level Fourth, use well known editing apps like VSCO, Picsart, or Snapseed or for desktop, apps like lightroom and photoshop to get the full experience when editing.

Fifth and last, remember to have fun and do your thing. Do not feel pressured to post if you do not need to. The main purpose on posting your pictures on Instagram is to enjoy. Express yourself.

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od has given each of us a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts, use them well to serve one another.” – 1 Peter 4:10. God gave us talents on different aspects, we should nourish and treasure these things. Every February 14 is when we celebrate Valentine’s day. Niñans did not just shared their love but they also showed their talents by participating our SNPS Talent Show. The objective of our talent show is to showcase the ability and expertise of each Niñan.

Marco Luis Beech and Franchesca C. Sembrano took the responsibility in hosting the show, while the other SCB officers managed the c r o w d

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control to maintain the smooth flow of the event. “Super bilis lang kasi napaka hands-on ni Sir Ocampo dun sa Talent Show, well prepared and lahat ng committee tumutulong talaga.” Catubag said. The event was very lively and organized. At exactly 4 PM the dance contest started followed by the Solo Singing contest and the variety show contest.

Thought it was fun, we can’t deny the pressure that our students felt during the competition, they still “break a leg”. Marist Barnachea got the 2nd runner-up, Marion Lim for the 1st runner-up and Maxine Catangui for bringing home the bacon on the Junior singing contest

while Andrea Batolina got the 2nd runner-up, Romar Supapo for the 1st runner-up and Stephen Doroja bagged the champion for Senior singing contest. The Dance Queen (De, Fortunato, Barrera, Miranda, Benter) is the champion for grade school dance contest and Potato Dancers (Rudio, Basconcillo, Solivio, Sales, Barnachea) is the champion for the Production Number/ Variety Show Contest. One of the highlight of our event, is the “Circle of Life Musical” where selected personnels performed their winning piece in the personnel’s night. They surprised us with their looks, costumes, props, and their angelic voices. We also

awarded the medal to the Intramurals sports awardees. The mythical five from the JSH-SHS basketball game were Garido, Batislaong, Calidades, Ecawat and Dela Cruz. John Kyle Dela Cruz got the season MVP and Kix Crescini got the finals MVP. The mythical five for Volleyball HS girls – Grade 11 were Peñaflor, Fineza, De Leon, Canday, and Avallano. Khyla Fineza took the MVP award. For our HS boys volleyball game the mythical five were Gundayao, Sulo, Hoseña, Kyle Abrigado, and Kurt Abrigado.

Kurt Abrigado, was also awarded as the most valuable player. And for our JHS-SHS badminton game, Lim, Montecalvo, Pronto, and Roxas

are the Champions for singles boys and girls. While Arguilan, Liwanag, Gopio, Tan, Banac, Monte, Salvador, and Sembrano are the champions for doubles boys and girls.

The Talent Show became a way for every Niñan to express themselves in different ways. “Na experience ko kung paano sumayaw sa maraming tao, na masarap pala siya. Natulungan niya ako na tumaas lalo self-esteem ko…” Ablanque said. Niñans are not just good on academics, but they also flair for singing, dancing, and even in sports.

We should take every opportunities to share the skills that God gave us.

The Set of a Sunshine

by Remelli Tornilla, Erwin Deala

ack when I was in grade one, I excitedly went home to tell my parents about my first day in school. I told them about my adviser, who was very bright and cheerful to all the students in my class. In my mom’s delight, she asked me who my adviser was so I took my notebook out of my bag and showed it to her, and in it, I had written “Mrs. Silvertree”. My mom was gladdened by the name and asked me if my adviser was a foreigner. But I replied that she looked like a pure Filipino. My mom then asked my sister, who was in Grade six, and was also studying in SNPS. She asked her if she knew any teacher named “Mrs. Silvestree” in school. She replied that there wasn’t a “Mrs. Silvestree” but there’s “Mrs. Silvestre”. After that, my mom laughed and I was embarrassed and from then on, I never forgot Mrs. Silvestre.

Ma’am Silvestre was like a second mother to me. Whenever my skirt’s zipper was broken, she would sew it for me. When I forgot to bring my lunch, she would give me some of her food. There were also times when I look like a mess, she would call me just so she could brush my hair, tidy me up, and make me look clean. Even though she was my adviser years ago, I still go to her whenever I needed help.

During the preparation of Buwan ng Wika celebration

this school year, I worriedly went to her classroom because I was having trouble finding flags for our performance. She consoled me, and told me not to panic because she was going to find a solution. She said she had some flags that we could use and just like that, our performance was saved and I am thankful because she was the kind of person who would never forget and would always help others whenever she could.

I had some time to talk to Mrs. Silvestre’s children, Edcel and Althea Silvestre. Her son said that she was a full time mother at home. She cooks their meal, washes their clothes, cleans the house, etc.

However, she wouldn’t let any of her children help her in doing the chores because she wants them to focus on their studies. “Pati nga po sa pagtulog ay kinakantahan niya po kami lalo na si Luis at pag natutulog na po kami lahat, tiyaka lang po siya gagawa ng trabaho niya as a teacher.” he added.

Her children promised that they will fulfill their promise to her.

“Susundin ko huling message niya sakin na makakuha ako ng diploma sa college.”

Edcel said. As a daughter, Althea also

promised her mother to take care of their family. “Kahit na konti lang po pinagsamahan namin, aalagaan at di ko po pababayaan si Luis. Promise ko po sa kanya yun.” she added.

We also asked some teachers who were close to

Ma’am Silvestre. They said that she was an amazing cook, she loved to give some of her special dishes to her friends and she will make sure that everyone has some of her food; she was also a positive person.

According to Ma’am Bela, she’s very privileged to be Ma’am Silvestre’s friend. “Hinahangaan ko sya sa pagiging masipag, mapagbigay at masarap na pagluluto...hindi siya kailanman mawawala sa aming puso.” she added.

She always seemed to be the sunshine on a rainy day, as she always radiate positive attitude towards anything. Most students consider her a mentor, co-workers saw her as a hardworking teacher and a friend. Her efforts were also mostly recognized among students particularly during Ati-Atihan season, as she had spent long hours choreographing dance moves for her students. Many Niñans have had the pleasure of meeting, and being her student that she treats like her own child. She always emanated a strong motherly presence, as any teacher should have.

Even as a working mother, she still finds the time to spend with her family.

Everything about her is full of

positivity. Remembering her gives happy thoughts but what makes it sad is that, she already passed away.

It was a true loss, and it speaks volumes on how the lives of everyone who knew her will not be the same again. We remember her legacy by looking back to some of her inspirational achievements, as well as how she shown the passion that she was so well-known for. She also made Sto. Niño Parochial School not only an educational institution, but also a place a kin to home.

Everyone in the SNPS community prays for her soul for we loved her so much. “Siguro nakapahinga na siya, wala na aalahanin dahil andiyan na si Panday...ramdam kong andito pa din siya ginaguide ang mga anak niya.

Andun na siya kay Lord.” Ma’am Facto said as she thinks of Ma’am Leslee. “Salamat sa masayang alaala na ating pinagsamahan. Masaya ako at kasama mo na ang ating panginoon, alam kong hindi ka niya pababayaan.” Ma’am Bela also added.

Family, friends, students, and colleagues joined together to mourn the loss of Mrs. Leslee Silvestre, but despite of this loss and tragedy, it is important that we keep the memory of her in our hearts as always. She would want us to reminisce and look back on life and experiences with a smile and not shed a tear. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go to her family most of all.

Get the facts here but first, guess it.

Below are some facts about the new SNPS personnel and it is for you to choose your answer on the given quiz. May the clues be ever in your favor!

a.Sir Tungcul c. Sir Torres

b. Sir Quemquem d. Sir Monceda

6.She is a hands on mother of two little boys. a.Ma’am Tornilla c. Ma’am Fernandez

b. Ma’am Gonzales d. Ma’am Alimpolos

2.According to her, if she’s going to make a title of her college life, it will be “The Happiest Days of My Life.”

7.Her biggest break in theater was when she portrayed the role of Amber Von Tussle in Hairspray the Musical in their university.

a.Ma’am Cudal c. Ma’am Alimpolos

a.Ma’am Pataueg c. Ma’am Gonzales

b. Ma’am Espeña d. Ma’am Tornilla

3.She’s aiming to have a Master’s Degree in Special Education or in Guidance and Counselling before she reach the age of 25. a.Ma’am Alavera b. Ma’am Mabutol c. Ma’am Gonzales d. Ma’am De Guzman 4.She’s a pet lover but she’s scared of others’ pets. a.Ma’am Espeña b. Ma’am Alimpolos c. Ma’am Empremiado d. Ma’am Gonzales

b. Ma’am Tornilla d. Ma’am Cudal

8.She won a championship medal in badminton at PWU during their sportsfest. a.Ma’am Pagaduan c. Ma’am Cudal

b. Ma’am Ngo d. Ma’am Alejandrino

a.Ma’am Alavera b. Ma’am Fernandez c. Ma’am Mabutol d. Ma’am Gonzales 12.He is a member of the Red Cross youth- QC Chapter and Rotaract Club of Holy Spirit. a.Sir Ocampo c. Sir Monceda

b. Sir Tungcul d. Sir Torres

13.She won as the second runner up in Ms. Philwomenian QC. a.Ma’am Pataueg c. Ma’am Mabutol

b. Ma’am Noleal d. Ma’am Cudal

9.Aside from being a teacher, she’s also a band vocalist.

14.She was a band vocalist back in college and they perform in PUP CoEd Events.

a.Ma’am Alavera b. Ma’am Noleal c. Ma’am Espeña d. Ma’am Pataueg

a.Ma’am Tornilla c. Ma’am Ngo

5.He planned to join the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.

10.She was a member of Marian Youth Movement back in college.

a.Sir Monceda c. Sir Sulit

a.Ma’am Ngo b. Ma’am Alimpolos c. Ma’am Pataueg d. Ma’am Empremiado

b. Sir Torres d. Sir Tungcul

11.She’s obsessed to Twilight back when she was in high school and graduated college at the age of 19.

b. Ma’am Mabutol d. Ma’am Empremiado

Data Collected by Jadcoff Ramos

Answers: d,c,a,a,d,b,b,c,c,b,a,c,d,a

1.He portrayed Adolf Hitler in a declamation contest back in college wherein he won second place.

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LITERARY

MOVIE REVIEW

by Ronan Elijah Cayabyab

GOYO:Ang Batang Heneral In a world filled with melodramatic romance movies, there comes a local film that’s only released once in a blue moon. One that pulls the heart strings of any Filipino who watches it. One that’s very, very worthy of an Oscar nomination. One of those movies was Heneral Luna, released in 2015. That movie was an absolute smash hit when it came out, to the point where memes about the movie were being made and everyone started yelling “Negosyo o kalayaan? Bayan o sarili? Pumili ka!” and “Artikulo Uno” everywhere.

Then, because of the undeniable success, Artikulo Uno Productions started to continue making films

about our heroes. And one of the most awaited is the movie entitled “Goyo”. Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral was released on September 5, 2018 and is a sequel to Heneral Luna. The movie is produced by Artikulo Uno Productions, TBA Studios, and Globe Studios. Now, Goyo has a bigger budget because of their partnership with Globe. Paulo Avelino, the actor who plays Goyo, took a lot of time and effort researching the character he's portraying, even to the point of learning how to do horseback riding.

In his depiction of Gregorio Del Pilar, he is a brash, tough-as nails general who, like most of us, has a soft spot deep inside. . The cinematography

and sound design is fantastic, but the plot lacked a bit in comparison to its predecessor. But the fact that this is a part of our history and this is one of the ways on how we can educate the youth makes it a lot special. Artikulo Uno Productions is really doing a great job when it comes to entertaining and educating not just the Filipino minds but also everyone. We really hope that students will appreciate the film and its sequels because it shows the importance of fighting for our rights and our country. That was indeed a part of our history but who knows?

Maybe history will repeat itself.

Everyone in town knows about Netflix and when we say Netflix, it means a marathon of movie or series. It is already one of the trends that we have this year and its popularity still continues.Because of our love for Netflix, we chose two famous series of it.

KNOWING THE BULLDOGS, THE BLUE AND GOLD,

THE RED CIRCLE, AND THE SOUTH SIDE SERPENTS

by Christianne Agbayani

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o are you familiar with Archie “Archiekins”Andrews, Jughead Jones, Elizabeth “Betty” Cooper, and Veronica “Ronnie” Lodge? Maybe some of you are already thinking about the Netflix series. But do you know that it is based on Archie Comics that has its own debut back in 1941? Archie Comics was inspired by MGM’s Andy Hardy films of 1930s. It revolves around Riverdale, the hometown of Archie. We can also see the love triangle among Betty, Archie, and Ronnie. But we cannot set aside the great friendship that they show in the comics.

Last January 26, 2017, Riverdale has its debut with a lot of positive reviews. People became more hooked with Netflix because

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we can watch its series there. A lot of fans, especially the teenagers and the millennials are talking about it. Riverdale shows the characters ofthe Archie Comics. We can see same names, same places, and many more but of course, they included some twists.The first episode of the first season shows the life of Archie Andrews, a high school football player who has a passion in music and also a son of Fred Andrews, businessman who owns a small construction company.

He was having a hard time choosing between his passion and what he think is right, which is to pursue football. His father also told him that he must pursue playing because that will help him have a scholarship. While Archie was

havingtrouble deciding, Betty on the otherside also has trouble thinking if she must confess her feelings for his best friend, Archie. But it ended in a sad way because he told her that he only sees her as his best friend and he doesn’t want to ruin it. A new face also entered Riverdaleand that’s Veronica Lodge, a former wealthy socialite from New York who moved because of their family and financial problems. She became close to Betty and started hanging out with her.

Then there’s also Jug, Jughead Jones.

He is a social outcast who is also a son of a Southside Serpent. But he is incredibly smart and true to everyone around him. He struggles for his daily living since their family was broke andhe started to make a living for himself because there’s

no one to support him. He is also Archie’s bestfriend and he serves as the narrator of the show.

Everyone has their own struggle in the show until one thing happened and that is the mystery of Jason Blossom’s death. That gave their small town a huge chaos and the teenagers were also hooked because Jason was a Bulldog in their school. And they re also undeniably connected from each other. Because of that chaos, the Red Circle was founded by Archie wherein theyserved as the guardians of Riverdale from those who are trying to haunt them.

They even suspected the Southside Serpents because of that matter. One of the best things about the show is the Blue and Gold, the School Paper Organization of Riverdale High

School. Writers like us can relate to it because we make sure that what we write must only contain facts and we serve as the voices of truth. The show also shows how Jug and Betty works hard for the publishing of their papers and that serves as a mirror of reality as well because it is not easy to write an article about something.

Sometimes you really have to put yourself into it and experience it just like what they do in the show.

A lot of us can relate to this because this show is about teenagers who are trying to solve the mysteries of their town. There’s no doubt that we are hooked to it because it also shows school setting and school spirit.

before going to 'Nailed It!'. It is Chocolate with Jacques Torres, which aired at the year 2002.

Back to the information about the show, its first season aired earlier this year. The show only has two seasons. The first season has six episodes, while the second season has seven episodes because they had a bonus episode

wherein they gave a chance for their fans. Both seasons did only focus on making desserts and not much of the savory side.

I recommend this show if you like/love cooking and watching funny clips because this can get really exciting episode after episode.

Nailed It!: A Brief Review

by Berwin Toledo

ne of our chosen series is 'Nailed It!' it is about home bakers with a horrible track record and they re-create edible masterpieces for a prize of 10 thousand dollars! This show is categorized in a lot of categories.

These are: TV Shows, Reality, Variety & Talk Shows, Food & Travel TV, and US TV Shows. The

hosts are: Nicole Byer and Jacques Torres, Nicole Byer is an American comedian, actress and writer.

She currently stars in a scripted comedy based on her life, Loosely Exactly Nicole on Facebook Watch. She is best known for her work on the prank show Ladylike and the reality show Girl Code.

Jacques Torres is also a host of

Fear

by Angelo Brillantes People fear what they don’t Sometimes when your fear understand is frightening you Because they are not brave It will try to overwhelm you, enough to even stand. but don’t be frightened When I lay on my bed Because God is with you My nightmares will start crawling up in my head Sometimes when people fears the world, Sometimes people’s fear is They will start to look at the good for them sky to escape it Because their fear is what Sometimes when people fears reality, makes them, them.

They will listen to escape it

the show. He is a pastry chef and a chocolatier, which the show fits for him. He is also a member of the International Culinary Center community,as Dean of Pastry Arts, as well as holding pastry demonstrations. He has one restaurant named 'Madame Chocolat' located at Beverly Hills, California. He also did one show

Earth Winter Learn to recycle I wake reluctant Let’s protect the earth’s wonders Too cold to get out of bed It’s our only home But I need to pee -Angelo Ancheta Spring -Jhaymhire Ebora Good spring is coming Feel the new crisp while smiling Let’s welcome this day -Brillien Tan

Problem

by Joshua Raphael Guarin Problems do occur.

Life can be happy Then later be sad It's just cycles.

Problems can be solved, So do people We just need a

Little more time Problems is just like a day It can go away.

And the answer to our Problem is ourselves

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■Five minds are better One. The SNPS Robotics team brainstormed as they get ready for the competition © Sir Fredbert Acabal

Niñans Compete in 2018 ICT Cup

by Hannah Ysabelle Aguilar

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nce again, Niñans showed their ability and knowledge as they proved themselves in the DOCES ICT Cup 2018.

Our representatives from the Primary Level, Marky Salonga, Viel Moncada, and Hannah Consuegra had their back to back champion!

Even our high school students made it as Arabella Agapito and Marco Beech grabbed the second runner up place in the IT Cup Quiz Bee and Antoniño Bonagua and Maynard Sy made it to

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second place as well in the Photoshop category.

Job well done, techie Niñans and also the hardworking teachers,Ms. Pataueg, Mrs. Alejandrino, and Ms. Noleal! The Niñan delegates together with their coaches namely Ms. Joanna Pataueg, Mrs. Loren Alejandrino, and Ms. Maritoni Noleal together with our Principal Mrs. Maura B. Merida and other DOCES Principals and other personnel.

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■Victorious trio (from Left to Right)Kervy Consorte, Hannah Aquino, Kenneth Bulalacao brought home a great pride © Angelica Panganiban

SNPS Joins Environmental Quiz Bee 2018

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ast September 25, 2018, an Environmental Quiz bee was held at St. Mary’s College and six schools were invited to participate: Manuel Roxas High School, Holy Spirit National High School, Siena College, St. Mary’s College, St. Therese High School, and Sto. Niño Parochial School.

The Environmental Quiz bee was prepared by the students of St. Mary’s College from HUMSS department and this year’s quiz bee is the second time that they will be holding it. It started with an opening prayer, followed by the speech of the

by John Kenneth Bulalacao HUMMS department adviser and then the mechanics of the quiz bee was explained by the emcee. Each round have 10 questions which are equivalent to the points by the difficulty; Easy – 1 point, Average – 2 points, Difficult – 3 points. In the easy round, the SNPS and MRHS tied with 6 points each, and then were changed when the SNPS and Holy Spirit High School tied in the average round.

A sudden change in points happened in the difficulty round when the Holy Spirit High School answered 3 questions equal with 9 points, followed by Manuel Roxas

STEM Week manifests skills and knowledge

by Andre Ivan Isles

co Pageant 2018 was the first ever eco- friendly pageant in SNPS and it was held on September 21, 2018. The said event was introduced by STEM Coordinator, Mrs. Alejandrino wherein the Elementary students showcased their recycled costumes. Among all the Primary level candidates, Jada Cassandra Zuniga of Grade 2- St. Martha was crowned among the primary level candidates and Maxzine Ystefhany Catangui of 6- St. Ignatius of Loyola got the title for the intermediate level.

The SNPS triangle was filled with the screams of Ninans as they cheered for their bets in the Mr. and Ms. Eco Warrior 2018 for the High School level. Dirk Marcuz Ablanque of 9- OLOL and Annegret Garnica of 7- OLA were crowned as the first ever

Mr. And Ms. Eco Warrior of SNPS. Aside from the winners, runners- up were also crowned namely: Prince Acevii Panlilio of 11- STEM and Brythanie Shane Muerong of 9- OLOL (first runners-up); Rodrigo Orfiano lll of 7- OLA and Erin Gwyn Diesta of 9- OLIC (second runners-up). The pageant was conducted to promote environmental awareness and the 3R’s (reduce, reuse, & recycle) in the school premises. On the other side, Sci-Math Olympics was also held during this week in accordance to the celebration of STEM Week 2018.

Sections composed of eight members each participated the said event. It was facilitated by the grade twelve students led by John Kenneth Bulalacao. Grade 11- ABM snatched the first place while the Grade 9OLOL stepped up and clutched the

second place. SHS dominated the competition when grade 11- STEM also took a spot as they placed third.

The competition was conducted to develop problem-solving skills and to establish unity and team coordination.

On September 26, 2018, the STEM block also conducted the Digital Poster Making Contest as a part of the celebration of the STEM Week.

Daphnie Roxas of 11- STEM proved her creativity as she snatched the first place followed by the second placer, Peter Daniel Keppel of 10- OLOF and Julianne Venice Abuel of 10- OLOF who took the third place.

This contest was created to engage the youth in sharing their ideas on how to be a responsible netizen.

High School, and the Sto. Niño Parochial School took the third place for this year’s quiz bee.

The following participants from SNPS were awarded namely: Richel Hannah Veronica Aquino, Kervy Kian Consorte, and John Kenneth Bulalacao, all from Grade 12-St. Luke, together with their Advisers, Mr. Eugene Sulit and Mr. Krisstofer Quemquem.

by Andre Ivan Isles

■The Eco Warriors. Winners of the first ever Eco Pageant gathered together after the awarding © Aaroh Torreses

Safety and Security Visual Aid Level-Up

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by Aaroh Jon Pichollo Torreses

ith the advancement three DOCES schools that of modern technology, support “parentUpp” and those are socializing has been easier Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral and more accessible through the School (ICCS), St. Joseph Catholic years. As far as digital modernization School (SJCS) and Sto. Niño goes, all industries including the Parochial School (SNPS).It aims to academe are adapting to today’s target towards “on the go” parents modern digital society. who are focused in their child’s

With the Internet of development. things, students, teachers, and

With “parentUpp”, parents administrators have now been can keep track of their children ■Tap your I.D. first. A student tapping working proficiently more than ever. in real-time, having access to his I.D. at Gate 1 © Keisha Amador Students are now more connected view grades, check class schedule and more knowledgeable towards receive, notices, review payments the use of digital media. and students accounts payables,

This September, SNPS update student profile and Contact launched a dry run of the application information, view clearance, and geared towards the engagement promissory notes status, and many and relationship of parents to the more. Teachers can now be more school developed by Datapacific involved towards the student and Corporation in coordination with their parents.

Michael Angelo Maske, “parentUpp” This November 2018 the as named by them is a free advanced “parentUpp” is now up and running parenting mobile application that for Sto. Niño Parochial School. connects parents to Data Pacific’s

ParentUpp is now availble Campus++ enabled schools in one at the Playstore for android devices easy-to-use Android and IOS app. and Appstore for IOS devices.

As of now there are specifically

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by John Russel Fabunan

he Sto. Niño Parochial School takes a new step to give the learners a quality Catholic education by the use of TV System as a new visual aid. The Program was proposed by our ICT Head Sir Fredbert Acabal.

he scope of the TV Project is from ECE up to Grade two Classroom level. Its Installation started in July

and it was finished in November.

According to Ms. Cudal, one of the ECE teachers , it is very effective. “Mas nakukuha namin ang atensyon nila sa pagpapanood ng mga videos and jingles.

Instead of magpaprint medyo magastos like sa TV mas makakamura at mas mapapadali”.

In Action: Medical-Dental Mission

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ast September 9, 2018, SNPS had its Annual Free MedicalDental Mission supported by the personnel, SCB, Sir Lagumen’s family and the volunteer doctors.

Residents of Bago Bantay, Quezon City were given free checkup and

medicine and all ages were accepted.

Even Barangay Alicia helped in announcing the activity of the school.

This serves as our school’s thanksgiving for all the blessings that God has given us. Viva Sto. Niño!

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SNPS Celebrates Nutrition Month

SHS promotes environmental awareness

by Maria Concepcion Ocado

by Hannah Ysabelle Aguilar

he primary level (ECE – Grade Three) displayed their own fruits and vegetables costume on July 25, 2018 at the school triangle. Pupils from intermediated level (Grade four – six) were asked to join but not compulsary. The outfit was inspired by the theme on this year’s Nutrition month celebration which was “Ugaliing magtanim sapat na nutrisyon aanihin.” Translated

into english was “Think green. Think garden.” “The purpose of this activity was to create a greater awareness of the benefits of eating vegetables and fruits and to promote vegetable gardening even in urban areas not only for proper nutrition of the whole family but this could also be another source of income for them.” Mrs. Sergia Bron said when asked about the main purpose of the activity. It was

the pupils decision to either purchase the outfit from the market or done by themselves with the use of recycled materials or actual fruits being part of it. “Because nowadays the pupils are fond of eating processed foods that is why we asked them to wear fruits and vegetables.” Mrs. Ofelia Enriquez said on why they told the pupils to wear costumes.

A Taste of Economy: What can ₱1000 provide?

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oes your grandmother ever tell you that on their time, when they have P1000 bill, they can be considered rich? Well as you can see, today it is not possible for someone to be called rich for having 1000 pesos in their hands. Our country is evolving every minute as the price of products in the market increases as well.

This is called inflation – it is an increase of price across a wide variety of products.

Philippines Statistics Authority evaluation for the third quarter shows that the inflation rate across the country accelerated to 6.4%, the highest since March 2018. It is hard for consumers to adjust their budget per day because most of the agricultural products are affected. Rice inflated by 7.1%, vegetables and fruits 19.2%, Corn 12.2%, Fish 12.4% and sugary goods 9.1%. We are disappointed to hear the news because it shows that our peso is devaluated. As 2018 started, we are aware that prices of some products increase slowly but this month, it caught upon us.

by Hannah Ysabelle Aguilar It has affected all of us because our country relies mostly on agricultural products. The supply of agricultural products cannot sustain the demands of the local market which causes for

changing rapidly ever since the implementation of Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law, around January. In this time of high inflation rates, most of us can’t adjust properly on the sudden change of prices because we didn’t anticipate for this to happen. The budget that we created for our everyday living has been affected. This crisis especially shatters the poor Filipinos because they are the ones that are already suffering in the fixated price of products. We cannot do anything to lower down the inflation other than wait for it to go back to its original state. But what we can do is to lessen the effect of it on our life. We can start our own vegetable garden so that when the crisis happens once again we can now sustain ourselves the food that we need. The 1000 pesos can either be enough for us or not. We need to remember that everything that we do affects the environment no matter how small or big. It is in our choice on how we will budget the money that we have on our hands.

■Aim for Clean and Green, SHS students, SNPS Personnel, and Barangay Officials of Alicia Joined together for the clean-up drive © Fredbert Acabal

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o succeed promoting environmental awareness, the SNPS Senior High School (SHS) students conducted a community service or “Clean-Up Drive” accompanied by the officials of the Barangay Alicia last October 19, 2018. The students worked with a group wherein they were assigned to clean in the different areas along the periphery of the Sto Nino Parochial School. In this Campaign, the SHS

students serve as a role model to empower and inspire the community to be engage in environmental initiatives.

“Nakakapagod man maglinis ng paligid pero dahil sa progam na ito ay nakatulong ako sa mga tao magreduce ng nagkalat na basura sa paligid.” said Kian Consorte, SNPS Grade 12 STEM student. Truly, our SHS student are not just a communion of evangelizers but also a steward of creation.

“ This crisis especially shatters the poor Filipinos because they are the ones that are already suffering.” its limited products to inflate. The basic assumption for the inflation rate dwells upon what the oil prices dictates in the international market.

It is observed that prices has been

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness

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P PREPARE Prepare and assist women with necessary information and resources needed to get tested.

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olycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. PCOS is a problem with hormones that affects women during their childbearing years (ages 15 to 44). Many women have PCOS but don’t know it. In one study, up to 70 percent of women with PCOS hadn’t been diagnosed. Women with PCOS produce higher-than-normal amounts of male hormones. This hormone imbalance causes them to skip menstrual periods and makes it harder for them to get pregnant.

The ovaries may develop numerous small collections of fluid (follicles) and fail to regularly release eggs.

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Communicate information to the public and to women diagnosed with PCOS.

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PCOS also causes hair growth on the face and body, and baldness.

And it can contribute to long-term health problems like diabetes and heart disease. Signs and symptoms of PCOS vary. A diagnosis of PCOS is made when you experience at least two of these signs. Hair growth in unwanted areas. Your doctor may call this “hirsutism”. You might have unwanted hair growing in places such as on your face or chin, breasts, stomach, or thumbs and toes. Hair loss. Women with PCOS might see thinning hair on their head, which could worsen in middle age. Weight Problems. About half of women with PCOS struggle with weight gain or

OVERCOME Assis women diagnosed with PCOS to overcome their symptoms and lessen health related risk.

have a hard time losing weight .Acne or oily skin. Because of hormone changes related to PCOS, you might develop pimples and oily skin. (You can have these skin problems without PCOS, of course).Problems sleeping, feeling tired all the time. You could have trouble falling asleep. Or you might have a disorder known as sleep apnea. This means that even when you do sleep, you do not feel wellrested after you wake up. Headaches.

This is because of hormone changes with PCOS. Trouble getting pregnant.

PCOS is one of the leading causes of infertility. Period problems. You could have irregular periods. Or you might not have a period for several

months. Or you might have very heavy bleeding during your period.

The exact cause of PCOS isn't known.

Factors that might play a role include: Excess insulin. Insulin is the hormone produced in the pancreas that allows cells to use sugar, your body's primary energy supply. If your cells become resistant to the action of insulin, then your blood sugar levels can rise and your body might produce more insulin. Excess insulin might increase androgen production, causing difficulty with ovulation. Low-grade inflammation.

This term is used to describe white blood cells' production of substances to fight infection. Research has

Source: www.pcosaa.org

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shown that women with PCOS have a type of low-grade inflammation that stimulates polycystic ovaries to produce androgens, which can lead to heart and blood vessel problems.

Heredity. Research suggests that certain genes might be linked to PCOS. Excess androgen. The ovaries produce abnormally high levels of androgen, resulting in hirsutism and acne. If you have some, or several, of these symptoms, let your doctor know. There are treatments or things you may be able to do to ease these problems and find out if you have PCOS. The sooner you get started, the sooner you can start feeling better.

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KICKING UP TO CHINA

by Romar Francis Supapo

■Goal in China. Bautista and his team represents Philippines in the 2018 Gothia cup. Source: Ahren Bautista

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ast August 11, 2018, Ahren Bautista of Grade 7-Our Lady of Assumption left to compete in the 2018 Gothia Cup Chine held in Qingdao, China. They

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faced three Chinese teams and had two wins and one loss.

With four groups competing, they were placed second they advanced to the knock out rounds. Unfortunately they

lost to the Mongolian group, FC Deren in the quarter finals and got knocked out of the tournament. “even though we lost, I felt proud because it was an opportunity to represent

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by Prince Tobia

ack when we were still young, basketball was already a huge thing for Filipinos.

Even when our parents were still kids, they were al-ready into it. We can hear names such as Jaworski, Patrimonio, Lastimoso, Atoy Co and etc.

But come to think of it, is it the only sport that we are good at? According to Mr. Isaac Reyes, Philippines should immediately cease playing basketball completely. He said it after he studied the past records and datum of how Philippine teams perform on 2018 Asian Games. He also indicated that despite posting world dominating performances in sports such as boxing, weightlifting, golf and martial arts, the Philippine nation has developed an unusual obsession with the American sport of basketball that has persisted despite consistently poor performances in this sport at the Asian Games and the Olympics. His studies also found out that within the Philippines, there lies a large unsupported. Group of athletes, whose opportunities have been stifled by the national obsession with basketball. These potential world beating athletes are actively training in the sports of weightlifting, boxing, golf, taekwondo and other sports, but receive little to no corporate and governmental support while watching the bulk of sponsor funds go toward basketball - a sport largely imposed upon the Philippines by colonial rule. Our predictive model finds that an immediate redistribution of sponsor funding to

these promising athletes would result in a fivefold increase in medal haul for the Philippines at the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games.

Although, some basketball fans and community disagreed to this, Mr. Reyes tried to convince them by telling the potential of Filipino youth on other sports; especially soccer, billiards, boxing or weightlifting. He also wants to point out that if government and politicians have enough support for would be resulted and more medals Philippines would have. This last September 3, 2018, Mr. Rhon Palmera, won in the third world Nomad Games in Toguz Korgool event and widely known in the country as Sungka, as silver medalist, Hidilyn Diaz and Margielyn Didal won a gold medal in 2018 Asian games. If it were to be given bigger budgets, maybe the whole community would know immediately about it and not just 10% of our country’s population. It would be more likely to be broadcasted on sports channels and other TV series channels, just like when famous boxers and Gilas Pilipinas are broadcasted. Filipinos may not be as great as the Westerns when it comes to basketball but we have a lot of sports where we’re good at! But the question is, can other Filipinos support them just the way they supported Gilas Pilipinas when they lost or is it still the same old story wherein these athletes will be recognized if they already brought home the bacon?

the country at such a young had fun with.” He added Truly, age.” Ahren said.He described Ahren is a proof that Niñans his journey as something that do not just excel in school but he will never forget because it also in sports and so he also taught him a lot of things. “I showed us that Niñans are will not forget all the people I also world class!

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JHS Volleyball Boys Won Second Place in DOCES Goodwill

by Keisha Denise Amador Games

T ■Seniors Made It. (From left to right) Andre Ivan Isles, Khyla Fineza, Remelli Tonilla, Kyle Warren Abrigado won awards in DOCES Goodwill Games © Angelica Panganiban

he DOCES Goodwill Games for Volleyball happened...last September 08, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Cathedral School. The JHS Volleyball Boys won 2nd Place. Each school tied up with their standings, but SNPS still managed to win 2nd

SNPS SHS Players Soars in DOCES Goodwill Games

Place with one mythical awardee, of Grade 12- ABM and Remelli Sean Gundayao of 10 Mother Tornilla of Grade 12-STEM. While of Perpetual Help. Our SHS for the volleyball boys, they also Volleyball Players did a great job got second place and two mythical as they bring home their awards awardees: Kyle Abrigado of Grade in the DOCES Goodwill Games 12-STEM and Andre Ivan Isles of 2018. For the volleyball girls, Grade 11-STEM. SNPS got second place with two mythical awardees: Khyla Fineza

Beauty In Games

THE TABLE TENNIS SMASHED WITH PERSEVERANCE

by Keisha Denise Amador

by Ma. Angelica Panganiban

■Delegates Rejoiced in the DOCES Goodwill Games. Our Delegates together with our APC, Mr. Ocampo, and their coaches Ms. fernandez and Mrs. Silvestre celebrates their achievement [SNPS PAGE]

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he Sto. Niño Parochial School won again in Table Tennis as they competed with the other DOCES schools, Congratulations to our Table tennis team for giving their best shot in DOCES Goodwill Games.

For Girls, Ma. Joana Sacdalan and Keith Frankie snatched the gold medal for doubles girls.

Jasmine Cabrera also grabbed Gold for Girls Single. As for Boys, John Raphael Balmeo and Angel Jame Bayani won silver medalist for doubles boys. And as for Boys singles, let’s congratulate Angel Jame Bayani as the gold Medalist. The HS level made a good comeback as Aiah Pagatpat

won the silver medalist for girls single, then Jaira Jaleco and Samantha Merencilla also won bronze medalist. The boys also did their best as the silver medalist for singles. Kevin Gacutan and Jaypee Sales won a bronze medal in doubles category. Although it was a hard fight for them, they still managed to win. The boys also did their best as Jawo Cunanan won as the silver medalist for singles. Kevin Gacutan and Jaypee Sales also won a bronze medal in doubles category. Also congratulations to Ms. Silvestre for being their coach. Keep smashing, Niñans!

Badminton Team Smashes at DOCES Goodwill Games

by Keisha Denise Amador

Badminton doubles boys made it to the top as Antoniño Bonagua and Maynard Sy rise and bagged 1st place while the badminton doubles girls,Margarita Salvador and

Franchesca Sembrano made it to the 2nd place. Our badminton singles also shown their strength as Jasmine Pronto and John Martin Lim brought home 2nd place.

CHESS TEAM SHOWS FAIR AND SQUARE FIGHT

by Ma. Angelica Panganiban

Perry Benson of Grade 5 and Samuel Sebastian Enriquez of Grade 6 got the third place in the Chess Elementary Category. Our elementary delegates found it difficult but they for them it is also a great experience. For the high school category, Angelo Tan and Erin Gwyn Diesta of Grade 9 grabbed

the second place. According to Diesta, it was really challenging “Madami na siyang nakain na opponents sakin and dahil din malapit na matapos yung oras kaya rest assured ako.” she added. At the end, our representatives consider it as a fun and educating experience that they will never forget.

■Ms. Mabutol stands confidently with her awards after the first Miss DOCES PAGEANT © Fredbert Acabal

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eaching is one of the hardest jobs. It is also the noblest profession and because of the huge help of teachers, we become who we want to be. What they do is not easy and they shoulder a lot of students’ future. But even though teaching is already a hard job, someone managed to juggle it with pageantry and she is no other than Ms. Maria Angelica Mabutol, the MAPEH teacher of grades 9, 10, and SHS, and Ms. DOCES 1st runner up. Being a beauty queen is not just about being beautiful and being brainy. You also have to keep your

body fit. According to some teachers, Ms. Mabutol had a hard diet before the contest. Although Ms. Mabutol said it was her desire to bring home the crown, she did not wish to get the title. Instead, she prayed of having a good experience when she joined the pageant. But what made her excited is that she can eat every single food that she wants after the contest. But teaching and pageantry is not the only thing that she can juggle, she’s also active in our games since she became our new sports coordinator for this school year. According to her, she never expected to be the sports

coordinator before she was appointed for that position. She also said that she adjusted on that position because she’s a newbie. Adjusting to new things is hard because first of all, you’re not used to it. Always think of those things as a challenge, take it as an opportunity and a way to improve yourself. Just like Ms. Mabutol, she experienced a lot of things wherein she’s new and she has to manage her time wisely but she took those as challenges and because of that she grew and improved herself.

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PLAYER OF THE GAME SNPS-69 ICCS-67

JANMARK BATISLAONG 18U

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■Head in the game. Batislaong keeps his focus in court © Lemuel Surio

■Playing with pride. SNPS Basketball team shows that they are well prepared for the game. © Fredbert Acabal

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SNPS Basketball Boys keeps their standing in the QCAA Basketball Season 12

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he SNPS Basketball Boys and kept the standing[2-2] in QCAA Basketball Season 12 last September 30 at St. Patrick School.

Also, Janmark Batislaong of 9-OLIC was awarded as the best player two times in a row and that was made

possible with the hard work of Coach Ervy Alejandrino. Batislaong did not expect that he will be awarded because there’s a lot of schools that they are competing with “Hindi ko po inaasahan na magiging best player ako, kasi meron pang magagaling

dyan. Pero nagpapasalamat ako at pagbubutihan ko at namin sa mga susunod na laban.” Batislaong said The Sacred Heart of Novaliches was one of their greatest competitors and he did not expect that they will win against them but because of their

heart and hardwork, they were able to make it. “Nung una sobra kaming kinakabahan kasi sobrang lakas ng players nila, pero nag pray kami na maging matibay at manalo kami. ” He added, that it will not be possible without his family, friends, coach,

and team who keeps on inspiring him to do better in each and every game.Again, they proved to us that the SNPS Basketball Boys is a team ready on every step they’re going to take.

Comeback is real for JHS Basketball Girls

by Ma. Angelica Panganiban

■Coach Fredbert Acabal (middle) together with Sir Ocampo (upper right part) and Elementary Basketball Boys posed with pride as they bring the championship trophy

Trophy is back for Elementary Basketball Boys

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by Ma. Angelica Panganiban

ur Elementary basketball players won against ICCS, SJCS, HFPS, and OLHPS in the DOCES Goodwill games. The said team was composed of aspiring students from grade 4 to grade 6

and coached by Sir Fredbert Acabal.

The Most Valuable Player was also brought home by Chester Calipay as the Most Venerable Player. Nico Gaa and Mark Follante were also awarded as one of the Mythical players.

NIÑANS FLARE

by Keisha Denise Amador

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he Sto. Niño Parochial School held the finals of the intramurals last February 11, 2019.

Wherein they played volleyball and basketball and also made a match for parents and personnel’s.

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basketball, the last match was ended by grade nine vs. grade 12 and grade 12 won. Athletes of Grade 12 namely Kix Crescini was awarded as finals MVP and John Kyle Dela Cruz as intramurals’ season MVP. Dela Cruz is also part of the Mythical five togethe r

■JHS Basketball girls and Coach Ervy Alejandrino (middle) © Fredbert Acabal

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HS Basketball Girls brought home the bacon as they win in the DOCES Goodwill Games.

Aiah Pagatpat of Grade Seven was awarded as the Most Valuable Player while Light Keanne Canales and Jaira Jaleco of Grade Nine were

awarded as two of the Mythical Players.

The girls competed against other DOCES members namely: Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral School, St. Joseph Catholic School and Holy Family Parochial School.

According to the players, it was really a great comeback for them.

They made a huge effort so they can bring back the victory in our school.

For them, everything is worth it and paid off. According Canales, Team Captain of the Girls Basketball Team, it was really challenging, “Sobrang close kasi ng scores namin.” she added.

They also felt intimated because they feel that they need more practice compared to their opponents. “Napakachallenging din na kaunti lang kami tapos ang dami ng ibang teams.”

Cruz added.

Even though they doubted themselves at first, the girls still managed to take it to the hole. They are also proud that they brought back the pride and glory and they dedicated their game to Sto. Niño.

FOR SPORTS FEST 2019 with Matthew Garido from Grade eight, Janmark Batislaong from Grade Nine, Astley Ecawat from grade 10 and Lars Calidades from grade 11. For volleyball boys, everyone tied up with three wins - one lose. The mythical awardees are Klein Lloyd Hoseña, Sean Gundayao, and Evander Sulo all from grade 10, Kyle Warren Abrigado from

grade 12 and Kurt Wilmer Abrigado from grade nine. Kurt Abrigado was also the MVP. For volleyball girls, the grade 11 surely won with their four wins – zero lose. They following were also awarded as the mythical five: Jessa De Leon, Almijhra Peñaflor, Niki Canday from grade 11, Aina Avellano and Khyla Fineza from Grade

12. Fineza was also the MVP Job well d o n e , Niñans!

Niñans don’t just excel in academics they also show that they are good in sports!

■Game face on. Niñans raised their flags as they represent it in Sports Fest 2019.