Jeepney Operators Strikes Modernization Program

by: Chris Angel Oyammi

The Public Utility Modernization Program 2017 aims to phase out traditional jeepneys to be replace with modernized vehicles has caused 40, 000 public utility operators and drivers to go on massive strike starting March 6-12.

We support the jeepney operators opposing this modernization program. The issue of modernizing public transport has led many people into thinking and arguing with each other. Most jeepney operators say that they are against it claiming that traditional jeepneys are part of the Philippine culture. These jeepneys are inspired from army jeepneys used during World War 2 used to send help and relief goods tp starving soldiers.

Many jeepney operators are against this program. It is a wake-up call for the LTFRB to cancel the jeepney phase out and hopefully, the LTFRB will find out an alternative way to solve this issue.

If Men Can, Women Can

by: Shaera Grail B. Baguingan

Trendy or Proper?

by: Shira Balocnit

Some pupils are wearing inappropriate clothes to school. They say it is being “fashionista” or trendy to wear crop top, miniskirts or dresses that are revealing. However, they are left uncomfortable when insect bites them or when they are doing activities in Physical Education.

March is celebrating Women’s Month to honor the importance of women and their great contribution to our society. Centuries ago, women were simple housewives whose only work is to stay at home, take care of children, and do housework. Women were not allowed to join or participate in politics or hold positions in the government. Women had fewer privileges.

Today women are capable of doing anything that men can do. Women today are confident and ambitious in learning and actively participating in our society. They are a great help in building a happy foundation for their family. Women today are courageous and decisive in that they become leaders of nations.

Around the world, mostly women take care of their elders. They are open and ready to face new challenges that are ahead of them. Women work outside the house to help their families financially. We must respect the rights of women and give them the privileges and opportunities that they deserve.

According to Deped Oder No. 45, s. 2008 which stipulates the guidance in wearing proper attire in the school. For boys, they should wear a polo, t-shirt/shirt with a minimum of prints. The pants should be long short in any color that they like. For girls, they should wear dress, skirt and blouse, or a blouse and pants with any color they like. They can pair their attire with any kind of footwear. Pupils can still wear their uniform if they have it.

Pupils should wear proper clothes so that they are not harassed when they are coming to school so they are comfortable while learning their lessons or doing an activity. Pupils should remember that when they dress with respect for the school as a place of learning.

by: Jobelle B. Liban