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VOLUME XVI NO. 1

MAGSAYSAY BOULEVARD, CALBAYOG CITY, SAMAR

JUNE 2018 - FEBRUARY 2019

THE OFFICIAL STUDENT PUBLICATION OF CHRIST THE KING COLLEGE- JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

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SAY CHEERS! Pupils of Cagbayang Elementary School proudly raise their water tumblers and wearing their new back packs filled with school supplies. This is after the gift-giving activity of CKC-JHS Department. In this photo, they are joined by some members of the JHSSSG officers. (PHOTO BY: CHARLES HENRI COPRADA)

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hope after the rain Christi Regian community extends help to ‘Usman’ victims By: raiza jade fernandez News Editor

news JHS CLASSROOMS ARE NOW UPGRADED WITH SMART TV

5 editorial PARTAKING IN INFLATION

8 FEATURE LET’S TALK FAMILY FIRST

14 sports SEE THE FULL RESULTS OF CKC INTRAMS 2018

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T WAS water that turned their dreams into nightmares, but it will be in water that they will rise again from the wrath of nature.

For pupils of Cagbayang Elementary School, receiving gifts days on the first month of the year was a sign of hope for a better tomorrow.

Around 142 pupils of Cagbayang Elementary School received tumblers filled with water and bag of school supplies that came from the donations of Junior High School Students of Christ the King College.

Cagbayang is one of the barangays in Oquendo District that was flooded days be-

fore New Year’s Eve when Typhoon Usman hit the country.

Officers of Junior High School Supreme Student Government (JHSSSG), with some teachers of JHS department led by the JHS Prinipal Br. Pablo Cui Jr., OFM, personally went to Cagbayang Elementary School on January 15, 2019, Tuesday to distribute the gifts to pupils.

“Bisan gutiay la basta makahatag bulig ngan kalipayan,” Br. Cui said in his message during a short program on the day of the distribution.

The remnants of the typhoon are still clear in the community when CKC team went to Cagbayang as people are still trying to rehabilitate the place mostly covered with mud.

Mr. Cresenciano Llego, head teacher

of Cagbayang Elementary School, narrated to the CKC Team the damaged that Usman brought to their school.

“All of those windows were completely broken and the flood almost covered up the classrooms,” Mr. Llego said in vernacular.

OPERATION BAYANIHAN Christ the King College and the Franciscan Community in Samar officially launched the Operation Bayanihan Relief for the victims of Usman.

On its Letter of Appeal released on January 5, CKC asked for donations like toiletries, potable water, vitamins, blankets and construction materials.

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CKC reclaims victory in Drum Corp Tilt

AFTER a one-year hiatus, Christ the King College Drum and Bugle Corps once again bagged the title as Calbayog City’s best band during the 2018 Drum and Bugle Competition.

The group also bagged the awards for Best in Musicality and Best in Choreography after their powerful performance at the City Arts and Culture Office (CACO) Theatre last September 5.

It was an all- Original Pilipino Music (OPM) performance, as the group featured the songs “Kanlungan” by Noel Cabangon, the Waray-waray composition “Nasiring pa Daw ak” by Nati Biliran and the “Elesi” by Rivermaya.

The annual tilt, which is a part of the city’s month-long city fiesta celebration, is considered as one of the most awaited event of the year.

Junior High School students and Senior High School students merged to represent the school in the said competition.

They bested among the 13 contingents representing secondary schools all over Calbayog City, both from public and private institutions.

With Richmond Aguilar, a Grade 10- St. Francis of Assisi student, as the Band Major and Risha Beso a Grade 12St. Lucy of Syracuse, as the Band Major-

ette, they impressed the crowd with their clean and smooth routine.

As this year’s champion, the group received the trophy and the cash prize of Php 50,000 from the local city government.

It was on the year 2013 and 2015 when CKC was hailed as the champion of this annuSCAN this QR code al competition. This the to view the video of the third title for CKC since performance of the CKC Drum Corps.

2013. (Charles Henri Coprada)

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Practice Duck, Cover, Hold Multimedia Editor

FILIPINOS will now be required to have a single official identification (ID) as proof of their identity after President Rodrigo Duterte signed the National ID System Law. With the new law, named as Philippine System Identification Act (PhilSys Act), Filipino citizens will no longer need to prove his/her personal identity through multiple identification cards.

Duterte said that the National ID would reduce corruption in government and ehnace the delivery of basic services to the citizens. (Ronan Luke Dioneda)

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QUAKE DRILL EVALUATORS: By: Nell Angeli Petilla

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JUNE 2018-FEBRUARY 2019

ALWAYS practice the Duck, Cover and Hold procedure even if it is just a drill.

This was the general recommendation of the people who were invited to assess the Institutional Earthquake and Fire Drill of Christ the King College.

In a post conference held after the simulation last August 7, 2018, several government agencies gave their comments and recommendations for the conduct of the

Earthquake and Fire Drill.

SPO3 Jose Dennis Catalan, from Philippine National Police Calbayog City, said that not all students, including staff practiced the duck, cover and hold procedure.

Catalan emphasized that drills like this should be taken seriously. He then commented that generally CKC’s earthquake simulation was a success.

Dr. Sandro Daguman, from the City Health Office, commended the health and emergency response of the participants of the drill.

“Natagaaan san tanan nga treatment an mga victims,” Dr. Daguman said in vernacular during

the conference.

He recommended that the school should establish an Incident Command System so that there would be a proper management among victims.

Other Government Agencies that were invited to evaluate were Bureau of Fire Protection Calbayog Station and City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO).

This year’s institutional drill was spearheaded by Schools Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Team with its newly-appointed SDRRM Coordinator Ms. Anely Calagos.

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I reiterate my strongest reprobation for this episode of violence which is once again plunging the Christian community into mourning.

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POPE FRANCIS. His statement on Sulu Bombing incident

#PRAY FOR JOLO POPE Francis condemned the fatal bombing of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Jolo, Sulu that killed civilians and military officers.

He also asked prayer for the victims of the blast that killed about 20 people and injures more than 100 others during Sunday mass on January 27.

“Let us pray for the victims of the terrorist attack on the Cathedral of Jolo, in the Philippines. May the Lord, Prince of Peace, convert the hearts of the violent and grant the inhabitants of that region a peaceful coexistence,” Francis tweeted in His official Twitter account.

#HISTORICAL MARKER A HISTORICAL marker for Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral in Calbayog City was unveiled on November 25, 2018 by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.

With the installation of the marker, the century-old church will now be considered as one of the important national cultural and historical property of the country.

NHCP Chairman Rene Escalante, Diocese of Calbayog Bishop Isabelo Abarquez, Calbayog City Mayor Ronaldo Aquino, and Samar 1st district Representative Edgar Mary Sarmiento graced the unveiling ceremony.

It was in the year 1913 when the church was established as the cathedral of the Diocese of Calbayog.

SCOUTS IN ACTION. Junior high school scout is assisting his fellow scout in accomplishing an obstacle during the CKC-JHS Joint BSP & GSP Encampment held last October 19, 2018 (PHOTO BY: GIAN FRANCO APES)

Junior boys, girls scouts merge for 2-day camp By: ma. april joy enero Literary Editor

ALMOST 140 junior high shool scouts of Christ the King College participated in a two-day School Based Joint BSP and GSP Encampment last October 19-20, 2018, with the theme “Explore, Endure, Excel.”

The joint program included Registration of scouters, Colors led by the assigned girls in green and boys in brown, Panunumpa sa Watawat ng Pilipinas, Rededication of

the Scout Promise and Law, attendance chants by each patrol and a welcome greeting by Bro. Pablo A. Cui Jr. OFM. It was followed by the Declaration of Opening of the encampment by Mr. Gerome Silva.

Meanwhile, the scouters reported to their designated area and patrol for the preparation of presentation for the campfire. The scouters experienced fun and joy while doing the activity.

The next day, scouters had some camp activities including ban-

daging, military alphabet, lashing, flag signaling, knot-tying, disaster preparedness and adventure games.

Around 5 pm was the closing program wherein giving of certificates and distribution of awards was done.

Scouters truly excelled in different fields and areas. Satisfied and fulfilled as the scouters went home wearing the smiles and treasuring all the memories and experiences they’ve made in the 2-day encampment.

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TEACHING WITH TEACHNOLOGY. Junior High School Filipino Teacher Jenelyn Compacion educating her students with the help of Aralinks Teachnology (PHOTO BY: OLGA MARIE TARRAYO)

By: GIAN FRANCO APES Editor-in-Chief

CHRIST the King College-Junior High School Department (CKC-JHS) steps into a higher elevation this school year 20182019 as the school transcends into a new leaf promoting better quality education equipped with the subscription to Phoenix Aralinks Teachnology.

In a written interview of The King’s Herald to Br. Pablo A. Cui Jr., OFM, JHS Principal, he explained that the integration of technology would help students in the learning process.

Just this school year, as part of the subscription to Aralinks, Phoenix Publishing installed SMART Televisions which can be connected to internet in all JHS class-

rooms in the Technical Building.

Br. Cui further explained that Teachnology will also help teachers in preparing lessons and utilizing different strategies in teaching.

“Teachnology assists teachers in the preparation of lessons,” he said.

With the Teachnology, JHS subject teachers will have now access to various learning resources that are technology integrated and engaging which they can use in classrooms discussions and activities.

Br. Cui said that the new learning platform is in response to needs and interests of 21st Century students Last July 9-11, 2018, JHS teachers together with Elementary teachers, participated in three-day training that introduced to the Teachnology.

Teachers had a hands-on training on the integration of technology on the lesson presentation and the use of various learning materials provided by Phoenix Aralinks.

According to Filipino Teacher Jennelyn Compacion, the materials from Teachnology is a big help for her especially in teaching Filipino Literature to the students because of the great visual impact to the students.

She said that the students are more engaged in lesson discussion with visuals through the aid of a bigger TV screen.

With the subscription to the Teachnology, Br. Cui is positive that students will understand the lessons easily and it will gain more classroom interaction from the students.

Calbayog City marks 70th Anniversary

CALBAYOG City marked its 70th anniversary as a chartered city on October 16, 2018.

Local activities and competitions were slated for the month of October. This included the annual search for Miss Anyag and the 5th edition of the street party.

The month-long cityhood commemoration commenced with a launching of the 70-day countdown last August 8, 2018 at the City Hall Grounds.

The symbolic billboard countdown was unveiled during the event which featured the 70th charter anniversary logo highlighting the theme, “Vibrant and Bright Calbayog.”

City Arts and Culture Office (CACO) also spearheaded a traditional arts contest to include Siday, Ismayling, Choral, Folk Dance and

Kuratsa competitions which was participated by schools all over the city.

This year the city also introduced a new competition for the schools dubbed as “Lamrag: Parade of Lights.”.

This mardi gras-inspired parade of lights was staged on October 15, Monday wherein Christ the King College placed second for street dance and float competition.

A civic-military parade capped off the 70th Charter Day celebration on October 16, Tuesday.

It was the passing of Republic Act No. 328, or the Charter of the City of Calbayog, on 1948 that marked the creation the new independent city of Calbayog.

The created city is comprised of former towns of Calbayog, Oquendo and Tinambacan.

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King’s Herald runs ‘C-JEEP’ CAMPUS Journalist coming from Junior and Senior High School Departments joined the first drive of the Campus Journalism Enhancement Program or dubbed as C-JEEP. This school-based journalism seminar workshop held last August 4, 2018 at the Christ the King College Library was intended for members of the King’s Herald (KHP) and The Christi Regian (TCR) the publications of JHS and SHS respectively.

The first edition of C-JEEP focused on two journalistic genres namely Feature Writing and News Writing.

Student-participants were also asked to write their own feature and news articles based on the event that happened that day.

Juniors win in Division English Tilts

JUNIOR High School Students of Christ the King College bagged awards in the Division English and Reading Month Celebration held last November 23, 2018.

Grade 8 student John Benedict Sapinit won second place in Reading Comprehension with his coach Mr. Jhoumarlou Sabandal.

Another JHS student from Grade 7, Ella Andales got the third place in Essay Writing Contest with Mr. Ricardo Doinog as his coach.

Grade 9 student Archael Sabong ranked fifth in Oration Competition.

The competition, which was held in Malaga National High School, was spearheaded by DepEd Calbayog City Division.

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PARADE OF LIGHTS. Senior High School students from Christ the King College are in all smiles as they perform for the first Lamrag: Parade of Lights Street Dance Competition: (PHOTO BY: CHARLES COPRADA)

Donations were directed through CKC Community Extension Services Office, School Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Center and the Campus Ministry Office.

Based on the official report, the Operation Bayanihan Relief was able to serve 686 families, 663 elementary pupils and 354 senior high school students.

This included a total of seven barangays, six elementary schools and one senior high school that was covered by the relief operations.

In his homily during the Frist Friday Mass held last February 1, 2019, Fr. Alberto Sekito, OFM, CKC Campus Minisitry Coordinatior, thanked the benefactors for the success of the activity.

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10 Bansa Rumampa para sa pagkakaisa HATAW SINA MAM AT SIR. Bigay todo sa pag-indak ang mga piling guro ng Junior High School Department bilang kabahagi ng kanilang pagtatangahal sa Variety Show noong Disyembre 19, 2019. Layunin ng nasabing palabas na makalikum ng tulong para sa Gift-giving project ng CKC-JHS. (KUHA MULA JHSSSG)

‘Bongga’ pasok na sa Oxford Dictionary ni: Althea Fatima Pellazar Staff Writer

PASOK ang mga salitang “Bongga” at “Trapo” bilang isa sa mga salita na naisama sa English Dictionary na Oxford.

Ayon sa post ng Oxford English Dictionary (OED), ang dalawang salita ay maituturing na bilang bahagi ng Philippine English Inilarawan ng OED ang salitang “Bongga” bilang isang pang-uri na naglalarawan sa isang bagay na may karangyaan.

Maari rin ito ay isang pahayag ng papuri o paghanga.

“Bongga which means extravagant, flamboyant, impressive, stylish, or (more generally) excellent,” saad ng OED.

Ang salitang “Trapo” naman ay isang pangngalan na tumutukoy sa mga datihang politiko o tinaguriang traditional politician.

Ayon sa OED, ang salitang “trapo” ay nagpapatunay ng pagiging “multilingualism” ng Pilipinas or pagkakaraoon ng iba’t ibang wika.

Umabot sa 20 bagong salita mula Philippine English ang naisama sa OED sa taong 2018 ayon ito sa kanilang update na nailathala noong Oktubre 2018.

Karamihan sa mga salitang naidagdag ay may kaugnayan sa pagkain tulad ng dirty ice cream at bihon.

Isa sa mga unang salitang Tagalog na naisama sa Oxford Englsih Dictionaru ay salitang “abaca” na naisama noong taong 1928.

Enero wagi sa Tourism Quiz

ni: Karmela Anne Tan Probationary Staff

NASUNGKIT ng mag-aaral sa Grade 10 na si Ma. April Joy Enero ang ikatlong gatimpala sa nakaraang Calbayog City Tourism Quiz Challenge na itinanghal sa Gaisano Grand Mall noong ika-18 ng Setyembre.

Pasok sa Top 3 si Enero matapos maungusan ang ibang kalahok mula sa iba’t ibang pribado at pampublikong paaralan sa Lungsod ng Calbayog.

Kasama ni Enero ang kanyang tagapagsanay na si Gng. Ma. Rebecca Adona, guro sa Araling Panlipunan.

Ayon kay Enero, nagkaroon lamang sila ng isang araw ng pagsasanay kasama ang kanyang coach dahil sa huli na nilang nalaman ang impormasyon tungkol sa patimpalak.

Masaya naman si Enero sa kanyang naabot na tagumpay at sa kanyang naiuwi ng karangalan para sa Christ the King Collge.

“Hindi ko inakalang mananalo ako sa paligsahan dahil sa maikling panahon na pagsasanay, pero ako ay masayang masaya dahil ako ang napiling kinatawan ng aming paaralan,” masayang ani ni Enero.

Samantala, nasungkit ang unang karangalan ng mag aaral mula sa Gadgaran Integrated School at ang pangalawang karangalan ay nakuha ng kalahok mula sa Calbayog City National High School.

Ang nasabing paligsahan ay kabahagi ng pagdiriwang ng lungsod ng National Tourism Week na pinangunahan ng Calbayog City Tourism Office.

Ilan sa mga salita mula sa Pilipinas na kasama sa Oxford English Dictionary 2018 update:

bagoong bold bongga carinderia cartolina dine-in ensaimada holdupper palay panciteria rotonda sorbetes turon mula sa: public.oed.com

ni: olga marie tarrayo Associate Editor

SA PAGDIRIWANG ng United Nations Month, pinangunahan ng Araling Panlipunan Club ng Junior High School Department ang isang pagtatanghal na tinwag na “Rampa Sa Pagkakaisa” na ginanap sa loob ng Frs. David and Leopold Auditorium noong ika-12 ng Oktubre 2018.

Nasaksihan ng mga mag-aaral ang sampung kalahok na kumakatawan sa iba’t-ibang bansa katulad ng Japan, Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Netherlands at iba pa.

Tampok ang dalawang lalaki at walong babaeng mag-aaral sa nasabing pagtatangahal.

Unang inirampa ng mga kalahok ang kani-kanilang casual wear. Iba’t-ibang kulay at disenyo ang makikitang suot ng mga kalahok.

Pagkatapos irampa ng mga kalahok ang kanilang mga casual wear, sumayaw naman ang mga mag-aaral mula sa ika-8 baitang bilang isang intermission number.

Nung bumalik na ang kalahok sa entablado, ang kanilang mga eleganteng formal wear naman ang kanilang nirampa.

Todo suporta naman ang mga kaklase o kaibigan sa kanilang mga kandidato na kanilang ipinakita sa pamamagitan ng pagkaway-kaway ng mga lobo at sa kanilang mga hiyaw.

Sa huling rampa ng nasabing programa, lumakad ang mga kalahok sa entabladong suot ang national costume ng mga bansang kanilang kinakatawan.

Makikita sa mga disenyo ng kanilang kasuotan ang kultura ng mga bansang kanilang kinatawan.

Sa bandang huli ng programa ay binigyan ng gawad ang mga nanalong kandidato.

Ang pangulo ng ArPa Club na si Bea Aler at ang punong-guro na si Br.Pablo A. Cui ang mismong nagbigay ng gawad sa mga kalahok

LIKHANG PINOY. Inirampa ng mga kalahok sa Lakan at Lakambini ng Wika ang mga nilikhang costume ng Junior High School students na gawa mula sa recycled materials.

Ang nasabing patimpalak ay kabahagi ng panipid na palatuntunan para sa Buwan ng Wika 2019 noong Agosto 26, 2019. (KUHA NI OLGA MARIE TARRAYO)

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Rainbow: A Sign of LGBT Pride or God’s Promise?

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Most of us have been told by the remarkable story of Noah and the Ark that sailed above the unforgiving waters for a long period in a GIAN FRANCO APES gory flood which left a symbol of a colorful spectrum of hope and promise---- RAINBOW. From that Biblical tale that sprung from the mouths of our ancestors, we became committed to that concentric bands of colors not just as one of the wonders of nature but most importantly as an arc that signifies a diverse beauty that represents the whole uniqueness and indefinite value of God’s masterpieces, His creations.

In the advent of promotion of the strengthening of Human Rights, an immense cluster of issues arose from the tombs of sleeping silence. People from different walks of life marched collectively chained with bravery and courage wrangling with clamors of social justice and equality from the discrimination and bigotry that had been kept in under the world’s desk for centuries. Minorities from various sectors begun creating au

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Editor-in-Chief Associate Editor Managing Editor

GIAN FRANCO APES OLGA MARIE TARRAYO CHARLES HENRI COPRADA

News Editor Feature Editor Literary Editor Sports Editor Multimedia Editor Sci-Tech Editor Chief Photographer Chief Cartoonist

RAIZA JADE FERNANDEZ ARCHAEL SABONG MA. APRIL JOY ENERO MARIANE JADE MAYMAY NELL ANGELI PETILLA CEELIN FAUNA ARPON MARY FAITH PARANO MARK LOUISE MABUTOL

SCHOOL PAPER ADVISERS:

NHERU VERAFLOR JENELYN COMPACION ROGELIO MORA CARTOONISTS

STAFF WRITERS

May-Ann Dura Lou Bernadette Candido Pedrito Edzel Cesar Resano Immaculate Mendoza Fiona Angela Acosta Raesha Iane Uy Jean Christine Ungab Bobby Jun Dignos

Lovely Rachel Yve Ventures Althea Fatima Pellazar Jocelle Kyla Bendo Samantha Daligdig Jay Vincent Bermoy Ronan Luke Dioneda

PHOTOJOURNALISTS Ma. Sophia Dianne Arais Ely Mark Lingling Martin Rey Bendo

PROBATIONARY WRITERS: Writers: Karmela Anne Tan Imma Janelle Rollo Cristine Czarina Epilogo Martin Durmiendo Jr. Allyssa Kiersteen Anaviso

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ecent hikes in commodity prices agonized Filipino families especially those who cannot afford to buy even the low-priced goods and staple food for their table. Inflation may be treated as an issue of the tax payers and minimum earners but more than an economic phenomenon, it must be viewed as a mallet that breaks the pockets of students.

Majority, if not all, students are dependent on the allowance given by the parents or guardians. With the inflation getting its peak, it would mean students need to pay more for the same goods and services like snacks, school supplies, internet connection and education.

In August 2018, Philippines recorded a 6.4 percent, the highest rate in the last nine years. Statistics also shows that inflation heavily brought an increase in food, beverages and health. Economists attributed this to several factor like shortage of rice in the country, increase in petroleum price and the weakening peso.

This creates a riffle effect slugging off consumers and those who are non-income earners. Students, being part of the

economic system, need to be mindful of these occurrences and become financially conscious.

An increase on daily allowance would not be a solution for this occurrence. Ideally, if there is an increase in prices of goods in the market, there should also be an increase on wages among workers and professionals, but that is not the case. Student should consider their economic status as a family and be vigilant on one’s expenses.

Proper financial management must start at this early stage. Students should be able to budget his/her allowance and be reasonable in spending. Determining one’s own needs and wants, and prioritizing the most essential goods would be a better approach. Most of all, saving money and allocating something for future expenses creates a great impact.

To impose responsibility, students should personally understand the cause and effect. Students, who rely heavily to parents and guardian, must take part on this distressing economic situation. Save until the last, and save the best for last.

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Patriotism is not the issue THE COMMISSION on Higher Education (CHED) decided to exclude Filipino as one of the core subjects in the Tertiary Education. This is neither a decision to bluff any quart of Filipinos’ patriotism nor a proof of shame as dwellers in this country. This is to avoid repetition of subjects taken by students in elementary and secondary level as they are already expected to be “university-ready” specifically in terms of their expertise in Filipino by that time.

Justice Alfredo Caguioa penned the whole decision. As indicated in the content of the resolution, Filipino subject will no longer become part of the subject areas to be taught in college. However, some core areas can still be delivered in both English and Filipino depending on the medium of instruction required.

Moreover, the CHED said it was highlighted in the Supreme Court’s decision that the Filipino subject was crossed out to avoid duplication of subjects taught in elementary and high school. Besides, CHED added that the study of Tagalog is already implemented in other subjects.

Groups of several universities slated this SC’s approval. They mouthed that the removal of the subject from the minimum required courses in college would lead to the rusting of the Philippine culture and identity. This should be a real misconception.

College is for professional preparation and field specialization. Once a student finished high school, he is already expected to be job ready. And – so – it is an obligation of secondary and elementary school teachers to give students a better Pasteur specifically in Filipino. And, if they go to college unaware of the Filipino conventions, it is no longer somewhat a fault

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The Campus Eye section of the King’s Herald tries to gather timely opinion of the students with regards to the school. It does not reflect the stand of the publication.

MARTIN DURMIENDO, JR. of the college instructors.

Now, the issue is about patriotism.

Before talking, speak, I mean, let not ignorance be the content of this pointless argument. In fact, even looked at different points, the decision is not a means to curtail one’s devotion to one’s country. It’s all about the retention of the mastery of every learner in every field he or she undertakes.

Another thing is, the teaching of Filipino in college can’t be an expansion of a student’s learning. Students should have had earned and learned enough before tertiary education. And, what they have all gotten from there shall be applied in college as preparation for the future of themselves.

Halt from spreading false truths.

Note that false truths are abiotic abstracts, they regenerate. Issue on this needs thorough analysis. Patriotism is never at stake.

Amendments in curriculum have really just been created.

In addition, the CHED Chairperson Prospero De Vera III said as affirmed by the Court’s decision that they have the authority to set the minimum requirements for college

Korean Products for Sale

KOREAN Pop Cutlture or simply known as KPOP became a global phenomenon. It has an extraordinary vogue in every country especially the Philippines. Filipino students like us, mostly teenagers are hooked to Korean ‘products’—music, dance, film, drama and personalities.

There are many KPOP groups that each of us love and adore. Among them are BTS, Blackpink, EXO, Twice, and iKON. There are also KPOP solo artists like IU, Heize, Psy, and HyunA. Impacts of these KPOP groups are evident in Filipino teenagers today.

They memorize the choreography and the song. They go crazy when they hear and see their idols. They even save money to buy merchandise and go to concerts to sing along with their idols and the fandom.

Some students spend most of their time just watching their favorite idols, tweeting and daydreaming about them to a point they have only a little time for their studies and school works. The worst thing, it already affected their behaviors and attitudes.

This is not a generalization. There are some KPOP fans who just watch KPOP for recreation and fun. For them, their idols serve as their role models and inspiration to be more diligent in their school work as well.

With this phenomenon, the present generation’s loyalty to our country is questioned. Some Filipinos who are obsessed

JUNE 2018-FEBRUARY 2019

Hello BRAIN WORKS, are you working? are you?

BOOKWORMS Request ko po sana na mas linisan pa ang CR ng babae.

Thanks!

Dapat ay matutung rumespeto ang mga lower grades especially grade 7.

BANYO QUEEN

ANDRES

An DISPOSABLE sa Canteen nagiging REUSABLE CURIOUS CUTTER

Sana may attendance din during Flag Ceremony EARLY WORM

May TV na kami, sana Computer Lab naman, sana.

GEEK CLUB

mGA pAmaJ0r an mga ADD-ON SUBJECTS!!!!

Hello Mr. Chair!

We need some chairs!

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#OVERCROWDED

IMMA JANELLE ROLLO with KPOP refuse to appreciate and listen to OPM music anymore or perhaps watch local films.

They have forgotten that we have our own language, music and culture that serve as our identity as Filipinos. Because of these, others would make fun of local music and criticizing it as cheap and lousy putting Korean ‘products’ as the superior one.

Is this the right attitude? Are we abandoning our identity as Filipinos? Are we virtually colonized by foreign invaders with their popular culture?

KPOP is not bad at all. Exposure to foreign culture makes us global citizens but we should not forget our roots, history and heritage. As Filipinos, it is our duty to make Filipino ‘products’ be known internationally.

Let us fill our playlists with OPM songs of Moira, IV of Spades, and any other Filipino Artists. Make your movie marathon sessions as Pinoy Films marathon. In this way we are making Filipino First!

Rainbow: A Sign of LGBT .....

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dible voices for their particular rights and privileges stridently be heard.

One of the vulnerable groups that stood intrepidly on the limelight is the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, Queer etc.) which claims to be a global community now. This group made new trails that cannot be tracked on easily because it has a strong sense of individuality and a ceaseless identity that is constructed through a total self-expression and liberty.

It’s a sector of feisty individuals from different fields, roots, and professions caged in a scintillating shell that this day and age is ready to upsurge the honor and valor they cling in thirst for a long time.

It has been longwinded battle for the LGBTQ+ that the orifice of their system has been zipped due to fear and discriminatory praxes. Their hands and feet were

bound by the judgmental public, so they are now in a brash move of breaking from the society’s stigma.

It is a part of their advocacy to relish and receive equally the benefit that the ordinary people whom the social standard called “normal” and the treatment that they rightfully deserve in a non-threatening environment. Because just like any other human-being they all inherit from birth an unfathomable worth and dignity that should be acknowledged.

The rainbow which is also their symbol connotes the character and the distinctivenesst of their faction. It is a an emblem of resilience over years in combatting struggles against prejudices, a badge of pride that had been trampled on the filthy ground, and an icon of their vow to soar above united as one.

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Be Aware: No Toxicity, No Ignorance

To Calendar Shift or Not? Schools in the country are starting to adopt a new academic calendar from the usual June-March to August-May schedule of classes. This trend of calendar shift draws curiosity among the academic community of Christ the King College.

Are we seeing a new schedule of the opening of classes next school year?

The King’s Herald Publication gathered the thoughts of Christi Regians on the idea of shifting to a new school calendar. Here are some of their views on this matter.

mind blown OLGA MARIE TARRAYO

I prefer going to school in the June and July days more than getting rotten at home. Starting the classes early makes me feel enthusiastic for learning. And from Elementary until now, we’ve been used to start the class at the early month of June.

No. Because why do we always have to follow what other countries do? For improvement of the Education System? Months won’t change anything as long as the system still does nothing to improve the education system in the country. The administration should think of platforms and programs that will benefit each and every student. An action that will make them embrace their own uniqueness and talent. Not only the administration but also the students.

LEONIL TAGHOY

GRADE 9- SPED DEPARTMENT

JOSEPH KIM DILAO JR GRADE 8 STUDENT

I am in favor for the School Calendar Shift. First of all, it will have lesser chances of suspending classes and with the change in the start of the school year, graduating high school students who will choose to enter the university will have a longer break approximately 5 months compared to the two months they currently have between graduation and the start of college.

ALEXIS DORDINES GRADE 10 STUDENT

I am in favor of the School Calendar Shift as long as it’s not a hassle on the student’s schedule. If ever the school calendar shift will be implied.

The implementation of the school-calendar-shift in the K-12 curriculum is one of the topics that is being discussed by the different curriculum managers and experts in the field of education. As a teacher, I can say that the implementation of the school-calendar-shift is a boon because through this we will be aligned with the international school system that will make our educational standard competitive with others.

For example, the transferees from other countries like Nigeria, China, USA, and etc. will no longer adjust in terms of the scholastic period since, it is the same as theirs. In the same way, Filipino International students will enjoy this kind of benefit. Those students who are planning to have a vacation abroad will also savor the sweet-honey pot from this, knowing that airplane flight promos are rampant during summer and holiday vacations.

XELA LORAN APOSTOL

MS. JIREH S. FORTALEZA

GRADE 8 STUDENT

GRADE 8 ADVISER

I can’t disclose my perspective to a definite side. I think shifting school calendar can make no significant changes in regular academic pattern but will pose major adjustments and so is the consideration of special events and activities a catholic institutions have that might create chronological conflicts. It is indeed best to shape CKC into globally competitive institution but shifting the academic calendar may not be the best way.

Bottomline: Teachers and students are subject to exercise academic responsibilities regardless of changes that may intervene

MR. JHOMARLOU B. SABANDA GRADE 9 ADVISER

I HAVE heard stories of people who are suffering mental illnesses. I have heard stories of how it affected their lives, what it led them to do and their struggles.

Mental Illness affects the behavior of an individual. It unables them to do their ordinary routines due to mild to severe disturbances. It also affects their perception among things and their decisions. This is most likely to affect the Adolescents and the Adults.

One of the most commonly known examples of a Mental Illness is Depression, which is specifically a mood disorder that is marked by constant sadness, inactivity, the loss of the ability to concentrate and etc. Other Mental Illnesses are schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, dementia and anxiety disorders.

Mental illnesses have various factors.

This can be related to excessive stress because of a situaton or a series of Mental events. Most of the Mental IllHealth nesses can also Illnesses be caused by a combination of should biological, psynever be chological, and environmenconsidered tal factors. We a joke. should always pay special attention to a loved one when sudden changes in his/her thoughts and behaviors occur.

Mental Health Illnesses should never be considered a joke.

It is an important matter that sometimes leads to a “life or death situation”.

People should never think lowly of those who suffer from mental illnesses. They struggle to cope with their daily lives.

Since ignorance is still popular among us, most citizens belittle those who are mentally-ill. I hope that there would be a Mental Health Awareness Program so that we can eradicate the ignorance of people towards this situation. Personally, I don’t perceive them as weak, but I see them as strong individuals because they still try to cope with their lives.

Ignorance isn’t the only thing that we should avoid in this health issue, we should also lessen, or if possible, eradicate toxicity.

Living in a toxic community can worsen the mental or emotional state.

We should always be mindful of what we say other people. We should always encourage each other to be better versions of ourselves and help each other develop.

Avoid toxicity, eradicate ignorance and raise awareness.

La Familia By: GIAN FRANCO APES Editor-in-Chief

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Family est prima.

Family comes first.

he constant shift of time has brought altered perspectives and ideals on the structure of society the way people perceives it. And it is never a wonder to the modern people that the basic unit of society has already changed its authentic definition. From the way we have learned its value to the form it has altered. It is beyond explanation to see that people have already faltered from upholding the truest sense of building a family, but have never cited the cause that made it is now.

Where is the perspective of family comes first?

Continuous modernization has also gradually brought different pictures of a mother, father and children inside a home. As distinguished, a house is simply a structure where family lives and stays, and a home is a place where love and understanding prevail. Reports on television reveals that a mushrooming number of families have already been broken and were not settled. This is the sad reality of the present scenario where each member chooses to go and declines to comeback.

We wonder how these children are in the streets begging for money and food grow and mature. We wonder how they have grown that far even through without guidance from their parents. This is really a sad reality. I don’t understand why rich families are still struggling from the bettering family relationship even with abundant resources they have on hand. Our modern time family is totally apart from the customary that has served over the years as a good example to many.

Why is there teenage pregnancy? Why do we have absenteeism cases in the school? Why do they subject themselves into addiction?

Why are there still homeless?

These are some of the questions that needed answers. If family is built with love and understanding. Why do these cases exist?

It has been a long tradition of the Filipino families to share food in one table, but some plates remain unused.

Strong family ties A well-structured family with mother and father is a picture perfect idea of family in the Philippines. It is in the case where both parents work for their children. In this kind, children grow with supervision and guidance that they can also enlace as they will have their own families when they grow. It will

always have a chain reaction. Parents will define the kind of children they will raise.

Foremost, parents should establish a guiding principle that will always remind the children on the way they will act and behave. Having this kind of family does not require money.

You don’t need to be rich just to make happy and respected family. Parents should set time to talk to the children on important matters to address certain issues. That makes it ideal.

Time can’t be bought it is as precious as any pearl in a shop. It is one important facet that should be take into consideration

APES FAMILY “Family means you are a part of something very wonderful. It means you will love and be loved for the rest of your life.”

Wrecked structure Children cry. Mother escapes. Father shouts.

These are the prevailing situations that have not been properly addressed and resolved.

Law provides protection to the mothers and children but still some fathers still resort to battering. Violence even within the family alarms the authorities because these are against and punishable by law. Some fathers would go and look for new partners, discontented then. Some mothers do the same. Many repercussions would always come at the bottom line. Children would opt to living an independent life just like committing early marriage and pregnancy, suicide, drug abuse, reluctant in education and a lot more to mention. This may seem unreasonable if no effort is made between two important figures. Luckily, there are still children who grow better despite living the same kind of family. These are the children who grow better despite living the same kind of family. These are the children who take hard situations with positivity. Day by day, these families are ending up with either breaking for a lifetime or rebuilding until reunited for the betterment.

NABELON FAMILY “Family is like branches on a tree, we all grow in different directions yet our roots remain as one. “

No parents at all Still, there are children who are lucky enough to have a complete family even in the worst of situations. There are those who grow did not with their own family. They might not have parent at their sides but they gauged the situation to look for success. It is always precious to be given a life and survive. And this should remain perfect example to foster.

Various situations may cause the kind of family that you will choose to have. We cannot directly blame anyone from a mishap of family, reasons are eclectic. One thing is for sure, never fail to appreciate the value of family for it is much a present. We should always capitalize that family embraces us even in the worst of time.

Family comes first above all.

DURMIENDO FAMILY “Family is the first essential cell of human society.”

Junior High School Department of Christ the King College annualy gives a time to celebrate Family Day. On February 17, 2019. Families gathered for the 2019 Family Day. The King’s Herald Publication interviewed different families during that day and asked them on how they view the FAMILY.

FRONTERAS FAMILY “Our family is the circle of strength; founded of faith, joined in love, kept

by God, together forever.”

CAGOMOC FAMILY “Family is the center of life and is the key to eternal happiness.”

LAZANA FAMILY “Family is Love, It is patient and kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”

MABUTOL FAMILY “Family is not about that you are complete, It is about love that you feel.”

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10 mobile apps that might help you in school By: lovely ventures

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Merriam-Webster Dictionary

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Water in a Pool of Blood by: Archael Sabong Feature Editor

(Android, iOS – Free)

Merriam-Webster Dictionary is America’s mosttrusted and respected dictionary. It works well both online and offline, great for finding words, meanings and many more. It has games so that you are entertained and at the same time learning.

(Android, iOS – Free)

This is convenient when translating words from Tagalog-English and vice-versa. Any apps like these are available in the Play Store and the App Store, there are tons to choose from, so suit yourself.

facebook Messenger (Android, iOS – Free)

Messenger as versatile as it is, can be useful for students in so many ways. Other than conversations, Messenger also has group chats for group activities.

You can even send files for homeworks, lectures, lessons if you have missed classes.

google chrome

(Android, iOS – Free) Chrome literally lets you search almost anything, just type the words and you immediately see the things you are looking for. This is widely used by almost everyone in the Earth’s population so it is impossible if you do not know this.

microsoft office (Android, iOS – Free)

Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Office Lens are now available in mobile devices. For when there isn’t any available laptop in the area or when you are tasked a presentation that needs to be immediately presented.

RealCalc Scientific Calculator

(Android – Free)

RealCalc Scientific Calculator works well like an authentic scientific calculator. It is easy to understand and as functional as how it should be.

myHomework Student Planner (Android, iOS – Free)

Too many activities? Things to do? And you probably get stressed thinking about everything trying not to forget those things. myHomework Student Planner is a simple way to put down your thoughts and help you remind about every school activity you have.

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(Android, iOS – Free) When it gets hard, Photomath helps you in your endeavors. Just try not to use it for almost every arithmetic problem.

(Android, iOS – Free) SimplMind creates mind maps for organizing your thoughts. Mind maps are said to be advantageous when you want to improve at certain aspects like essay writing, studying for exams, problem solving, brainstorming and making presentations.

Roses are red, violets are blue I’d leave my family and dreams just for you My blood is red, I’m feeling blue If I had a friend, I would choose you.

If candlelight is brighter than the sun, then why do I still see darkness? If whispers are louder than screams, then why do I hear static nothingness? If salt is sweeter than sugar, then why do I taste the numb bitterness of my soul?

“Riiinggg… Riiinggg” “Hello?”

[Save me, please.. Help me.]

“Who is this?”

[I’m dying. I’ve overdosed. I’m tired and I’m lonely.]

I ran as fast as I could. I didn’t know who or what was chasing me but all I knew was that I needed to get away from these woods. I was terrified. Scared. Anxious.

“Booogsh!”

I tripped on a God-forsaken tree trunk. Failing to get up because of my broken ankle, I braced myself of what may become of me.

I saw the silhouette of a woman and behind her were three wolves. As they came close and the moonlight illuminated their forms, I realized… it was my friend I chose over my family.

The wolves pounced on me, ripping the fragile flesh away from my body and spurt red paint all over as if my body was a canvas they need to paint on.

Then she came close with a lustrous smirk on her face. She then drew a metal that shone against the light from her back-pocket and came close. She embraced me over so tightly then I felt a sharp object injected to my stomach region. Before I utter courses, I felt the world of ebony engulf me.

I woke up in a room. A room wherein everything was black. Endless traces of raven twilight. I saw no trace of the wolf attacks but saw my hand holding a bloody knife.

Then I heard painful screams that scourged my soul.

“Why am I still here?”

“Why can’t I kill myself?”

“Please stop this madness!”

Then I felt fire consume me.

“Do you have anyone there with you?”

[When I was young, I used to check under my bed to make sure that I was alone. Do you know why I stopped doing that? Because the monster that I though was under my bed was actually inside me.]

I starred at the mirror in front of me and saw my reflection pull out a gun with a smirk.

Forest

“Bang!”

The number one cure to phone addiction. Forest is an app that helps you stay focused and be productive throughout the day. This comes in handy when you are reviewing for an exam so you could stay away from your mobile phone.

Roses are red, violets are blue If I killed myself, why did I die, too?

(Android, iOS – Free)

C U LT U R E , H I S T O R Y ARTS AND TOURISM

JUNE 2018-FEBRUARY 2019 VOLUME XVI NO. 1

Planning a Holiday? Heads up on these...

Boracay

DO's and DON'Ts in

by: raiza jade fernandez News Editor

C

esspool no more—that’s what Boracay, the Philippines’ top tourist destination, has become after its six-month rehabilitation.

Now that the island has been re-opened to tourists since October 26, 2018, the government has implemented some changes to maintain Boracay’s pristine condition.

First, the tourists must already be booked with a hotel in the island which has complied with the requirements imposed by the Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force (BIATF) and accredited by the Department of Tourism (DOT), so that they will get through the Caticlan Jetty Port without delay.

They might be required to present their hotel reservation slips before entering the island. The move is also to keep track of people, as only 6,405 tourists could stay in the Island at a given day.

Smoking and drinking of alcoholic drinks were no longer allowed as well as dining by the beach.

Water sports and diving activities, which had been part of a

tourist’s Boracay experience, were temporarily prohibited and suspended.

Shops and hawkers along the beach were banned. Sand castle-making was regulated. Also, fireworks displays were only allowed until 9 o’clock in the evening.

There were no installation of electric lights on the beachfront, and casinos were totally banned in the island.

Adventurous tourists who wish to ride the “habal-habal” or single motorcycles can no longer do this, as “habal-habals” were already banned in the island.

For islanders, raising of pigs and chicken for livelihood were no longer allowed, and hot-coal roasting of meats, especially at the beachfront, is a no-no.

The Boracay opening is our second shot at enjoying the nature’s wonders right in our home country.

Whether as tourists, business owners, workers, or residents, let’s do a better job at protecting it—so that we won’t experience another closure again.

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Balangiga Bells are now home!

AFTER a score years, the Bells of Balangiga which were taken 117 years ago from its belfry has finally return to its home-Samar, Philippines.

Those historical bells were the symbol of the bitter conflict between Filipinos and Americans in the FilipinoAmerican war that led into a tragic event.

Balangiga bells are church bells of San Lorenzo de Martir in Balangiga, Eastern Samar taken as war trophies by the US Army.

The tolling of the bells signaled the attack of the Filipino guerillas which led to the massacre of 48 US soldiers.

As retaliation, US General Jacob Smith ordered to turn Samar into “a howling wilderness” that killed almost 2500 Filipinos.

Yet those bells symbolized the patriotism and bravery of the Filipino men. Balangiga town parish priest Serafin Tybaco, Jr. said that those bells are meaningful for the residents because it symbolizes pride for the people of Balangiga.

It signifies a lot, in the religious site, it signifies the religiosity of the people of Balangiga and on the civil side, it signifies the bravery of the people there.

f lash break MA. APRIL JOY ENERO Sung Kim, US Ambassador announced that returning the bells was the right thing to do. And it took how many years for them to find out the truth. And this is such an important event to renew the debilitating relationship of Philippines and US. H o w e v e r, it is a relief to know that the Balangiga Bells has finally headed back to its original home.

It would be an honor for the Balangiga people to once again hear the toll of the bells.

T h i s remarkable event could be the start of the renewing relationship between the Philippines and the United States of America.

...those bells symbolized the patriotism and bravery of the Filipino men.

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‘ABORTION IS EJK’–ABARQUEZ By: MARIANNE JADE MAYMAY Sports Editor

“ABORTION is absolutely a kind of extrajudicial killing.”

This was emphasized by Bishop Isabelo C. Abarquez, the current bishop of the Diocese of Calbayog in his homily during the Feast day of Our Lady of Nativity at Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral, September 7, 2018.

According to Bishop Abarquez, the child, though a fetus should not be deprived of life by choosing abortion.

“The child you are bearing is not just blood rather it is a human being like you that should be valued, respected and protected,” he said.

He also stressed that every person is God’s masterpiece including the unborn and must not be withhold of rights.

“Every person has the right to live since we are all God’s masterpiece. The unborn have the right already even if not yet born because they are human beings.

They are not animals to be slaughtered and killed,” Bishop Abarquez added.

He also reminds us that taking our own life and the life of others as well is a mortal sin, hence should be avoided.

“We are just steward of our lives, and as a steward we don’t have the right to end anyone’s life, instead we should uphold for the greater glory of God,” he noted.

The Bishop challenged the lay people to do what is expected from us, Christians.

“Each one has a great mission to do and that is to love and to be loved, to serve God and one’s fellowmen, to be blessed and be a blessing to others,” he said.

BROTHER AND SISTER PETS. Christ the King College OIC College President Fr. Nello Bulawan, OFM leads the blessing of animals after the mass in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi who is known to be the patron saint of ecology and the founder of Franciscan Community (PHOTO BY: CEELIN FAUNA ARPON)

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YouFra Samar hosts National Assembley By: Charles Henri Coprada Managing Editor

When Jesus says yes, nobody can say no!

Members of the Franciscan Youths (YouFra) coming from different parts of the Philippines gathered at Christ the King College for the 17th YouFra National Gathering 2018 last May 24-27, 2018.

Over 160 YouFrans came from YouFra Regions namely YouFra Central Luzon, YouFra Bicol, YouFra Leyte, YouFra Biliran, YouFra Siquijor, YouFra Cebu, YouFra Northern Mindanao, YouFra Eastern Mindanao, YouFra Western Mindanao and the host YouFra Samar.

YouFra Samar Region is the convergence of YouFra CKC, YouFra San Isidro, YouFra Allen and YouFra LMA that spearheaded the four-day national gathering.

Filipino YouFrans participated

in the usual activities like the Franciscan Joy, Cultural Night, Eco-walk, Pilgrimage or Host Tour, Animations, and Taize Prayer New Activities were added this year, such as the Hat and Tricycle Parade, W.E.S.T. Apostolate (Worship, Education, Service, and Temporalities) and Modular Talks.

This Year’s gathering has a theme “I am the servant of the Lord, may it be done to me according to your word” (Lk. 1:38).

Sister Jacqueline Clemencio, SFO delivered a talk about her insights to the theme.

The four-day activity ended with a Turn-over of the Franciscan Youth Cross to the Next year’s gathering that will be hosted by the YouFra Leyte which is expected to be held in Baybay, Leyte around May-June 2019.

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diwata-2 now on space

PHILIPPINE’S second microsatellite “Diwata 2” was launched last Monday, October 29, 2018 in Tanegashima Space Center in Japan.

This was the second satellite of the Philippine Scientific Earth Observation Microsatellite (PHL-Microsat) program after Diwata-1.

Diwata 2 carries an amateur radio unit that intend to promote awareness and interest in amateur radios and satellite technology in the country.

This Microprocessor is an Earth-observing microsatellite that is capable of capturing images of Earth for Environmental assesment.

The Philippines furthermore ex-

pects that it will successfully operate in the space.

ARTIFICIAL MOON OF CHINA The South-western Chinese City of Chengdu is planning to launch in 2020 an artificial moon estimated to be eight times more luminous than the actual, original moon to replace street lights, Chinese media reported.

This artificial moon will feature a highly reflective coating that reflects the sun’s rays via solar panel-like wings; the angles of these wings can be tweaked in order to create a precise illmunation range of several dozen meters.

According to Wu Chenfeng,

Chairman of the Private Space Contractor of Chengdu Aerospace Science and Technology Microelectronics System Research Institute Co (CASC), the testing of the artificial moon had begun years ago and it has now evolved for its fully launch in 2020.

The source of light could likewise help save endeavors in disaster zones during blackouts, he firmly added.

China is not the first country to try beaming sunlight. In the 1990s, Russian scientists used giant mirrors to reflect light from space in an experimental project called Znamya or Banner. (Ceelin Fauna Arpon and Ely Mark Lingling

A test of our Humanity ONE OF the most unbelievable thing a man could ever do, is to destroy its own dwelling, the earth. Conservation often times mislead to destruction. As the technology lives in modern livelihood, the people dependently demand about this “single-use plastic” that causes to pile up garbages everywhere.

What do we expect from this dillyCEELIN FAUNA ARPON dally society?

The law has shared its way of conservation, The 3R’s; Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. when, the earth is about to end?

But the slothness of individuals has caused Let us all make a change. Make a to stick into the idea of “single-use plas- progress and Make the Move. The earth is tic”. The mindset of in trouble, Let’s not some people is that, add a fuel to fire, Global Warming is It’s time to protect The mouths just a hoax to everywhat God has given murmuring the idea us, Let’s be mindful one, not knowing it is slowly happening. of being resourceof conservation Does “sinful, Let’s Reduce gle-use plastic” gives always has a lazy Plastics, Reuse and progress to human Recycle. There’s no hands, causing lives? harm in doing these No not at all. things right? destruction.

Resourcefulness has Let’s make not yet fully come to our world a colorful life, It is just an announcement for every- one, Let’s make our dwelling, Vibrant and one, but a single act has never been created Bright. The world hungers for “protection”, at all.

Only humanity can fulfill the unsatisfaction The mouths that are murmuring of the Earth. about the idea of conservation with lazy The world cannot protect its own behands will cause destruction instead. ing, Thus, it needs the user’s help to uplift Why do we have to push this “sin- the burning soul of the environment. This gle-use plastic” if the people could barely is just the beginning, just a test of our Humake the 3R’s? Is everyone going to move manity.

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Lihim na Pagtingin RENZIE DELAPUS

Dulot ng pag-ibig, 'di maikukubli 'Pag ika'y natanaw kahit saang gawi 'Di ko mapigilan lihim na pagtingin.

Mapupulang labi, mahabang buhok Maamo mong mukha at kababaang loob 'Di hahayaang madapuan ng lamok Puso mo sa akin ay ipagkaloob.

Paglingon mo sana ay iyong matanaw Puso ko sa iyong pagibig ay uhaw Mundo kong kay dilim, napuno ng ilaw Sa iyong ngiti lungkot ay natunaw.

Pagibig ko sana ay iyong tanggapin Di kita sasaktan, lalong mamahalin ngunit kung pagibig ay di palarin Sapat na, ang ika'y lihim na pagtingin.

Someday ALTHEA PELLAZAR

Hidden in the deepest part, secrets of a fragile heart.

Already fallen from the start, ike being hit by a dart.

BY: ELY LINGLING

Inamorata I'm obssesed, could not resist The beauty I wist.

Swallowing all the pain, to protect what we gain.

Hard to be honest, But trustworthy at its finest.

Love is like a gum Beautiful and sweet while fresh Though shady at end BY: CHARLES PAGHUNASAN

Listen to my words I am so inlove with you Hope you feel that too

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WORDS ARE POWER

Feelings from those memories, ignored by other stories.

Never got exposed, The love that it caused.

BY: NAIAH VIOJAN

JUNE 2018-FEBRUARY 2019

Truth will prevail, I hope you’re aware.

I don’t need mutual feelings, The important thing is you care.

The love that hides today, Will come out someday.

And will have the courage to tell you, That I had fallen for you.

Forbidden Curiosity KRYSTALLAINE DIVINE SO

I came from the forbidden woods While you sailed on the ocean floor We met where the waves came to meet But we never get along For you were the mystery that plunges people deep And I was the beauty that enhances what people can see And just like the moon and sun, Our eyes will never meet.

But on occasions it will, We savor each other’s beauty Hoping to explore what we haven’t before.

For I was the forest floor And you were the sea.

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DRAMATIC MONOLOGUE

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ORATION

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BOYS

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KURATSA

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GIRLS

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CHEERDANCE

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MR. INTRAMURALS 2018

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BOYS

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GIRLS

UNIT III

UNIT IV

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BOYS

UNIT IV

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UNIT I (Unit 2 DQ)

GIRLS

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BADMINTON (SINGLES A)

BADMINTON (SINGLES B)

BADMINTON (DOUBLES)

TABLE TENNIS (Bracket A)

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TABLE TENNIS (Bracket C)

TABLE TENNIS (Bracket D)

SHOT PUT

JAVELIN THROW BOYS

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GIRLS

UNIT IV

UNIT III

UNIT I

UNIT II

BOYS

UNIT IV

UNIT III

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-

GIRLS

UNIT IV

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-

-

BOYS

UNIT II

UNIT III

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GIRLS

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BOYS

UNIT II

UNIT IV

UNIT III

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BOYS

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UNIT III

UNIT II

UNIT I

GIRLS

UNIT IV

UNIT I

UNIT III

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BOYS

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UNIT I

UNIT II

GIRLS

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LONG-JUMP

TRIPLE-JUMP

DARTS

SEPAK TAKRAW

BASKETBALL

VOLLEYBALL

Aussies vs. Pinoys: Literal Fight FIGHTING is okay, but we should limit it for the audience.

All through out the years, we have encountered several fights in the sports basketball. This time, we can’t deny the fact that this will be rembered by many.

Yes! It is true that Australia’s and Philippines’ brawl last July 2, 2018, was really childish and useless. It does not show JAY VINCENT BERMOY any sportmanship which is really bad for their career as a role model for both AussNow, because of what happened, ies and Filipinos, or even the whole sports sport fanatics around the globe, will concommunity. tinue arguing about companies, instituSports is not about winning a game tions and associations having a hard time using our fists and being mad, thus it is releasing their winning a game athletes or players with proper beinto an internahaviour and wise tional game which As part of the strategies. may cause another As part Filipino youth, war just like what of the Filipino we were all happened to Ausyouth, we were tralia’s team and all disappointed, disappointed, mainly the Gilas Pilipinas. mainly on the on the Gilas Even though Gilas Pilipinas both teams had Team, since they Pilipinas Team... issued a joint apolwere the one who ogy, it will still restarted to intensimain as a historic fy the brawl. event for the sport Not only 1 was suspended but 9 players were. The basketball here in the Philippines. Other real question here is, what is the point of than that, it still led to a great downfall for fighting over a game without any accept- Filipinos watching from their homes and at the Philippine Arena. able reason?

ball treat

BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS

JHS Batch 2019 wins championship in Intrams 2018, 2019 By: Mariane Jade Maymay Sports Editor

THIS year’s batch of Grade 10 Junior High School (JHS) students reign the “back-to-back champion” as they banner Unit IV and bagged the championship crown during the Institutional Intramurals 2018.

In last year’s edition of the intramurals, JHS students Batch 2019, then Grade 9 students, bagged the championship title after they left behind Grade 10 students with the 710 points for Unit III against JHS Batch 2018 with 627 points.

Unit 4 garnered a score of 676 points in the overall results, which left Unit III with 619 points followed by Unit II with 436 points and Unit I with 324 points.

The scoring was based on the points earned by each contending unit in different sports competition and LIKAS (Literature, Kantahan, Arte at Sayawan) including the Search for Mr. and Ms. CKC Intramurals 2018.

Unit IV prevailed in individual competition such as Debate, Minus One Solo, Slam Poetry, Spoken Poetry, Dramatic Monologue, and Oration.

They, too, dominated in Chorale, Music Video Spoof, Kuratsa, Folk dance, Ballroom and Pop dance Competition.

They also triumphed in Volleyball and Basketball in boys and girls division, and earned gold medals in the different athletic events.

Jhon Michael Delima, a Grade 10 student said that cooperation and having fun is what brought them to winning.

“Unit IV won because of their zeal and perseverance in training and their cooperation with each other. They serve as a model of sportsmanship and camaraderie. For us, competing is just a matter of word, what is more important is we have fun. That is the true essence of Intramurals,” Delima said.

The five-day institutional event was held last September 10-14, 2018.

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FRIENDLY GAMES BUILD SPORTMANSHIP. CKC’s U16 team for basketball competed for a friendly game with SPED Department’s team during the Deaf Awareness Month. (PHOTO BY: CHARLES HENRI COPRADA)

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