Scribes
Orozco and Bastasa Bag the Crowns as the new Mr. and Ms. PCCM 2019
PaGES Spearheads Various Competitions
White Flairtappers Dominates Black Social Studies
HMP: Skills Competition 2019
The Official Student Publication of the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan
August - Decem- Founded 2011
PCCM ADMISSION OF NEW FRESHMEN STUDENTS Page 3
The Forgotten Heroes
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Leaders 2019 Take Oath
White Flairtappers Compete against Black Social Studies Page 8
By Crismelaine F. Herrera
PCCMians Hail Newly Elected PaGES and SHaRP Officers By Jhoanna Legaspi
With the implementation of the automated elections that gave a 99.9% collected votes from the Teacher Education and Hospitality Management Programs, last August 16 and 19 respectively, the results of the college-wide elections were announced. Paul Gabriel Licup, a Social Studies Major from section 2B was the newly elected PaGES president, together with his colleagues from the same course and major, Richard Paulo Abendan was proclaimed as the Vice President of the aforementioned organization. To complete the list of the newly elected officers, Rachelle Cama won as the Secretary, Loevely Joy Dumalay from SS-2A as the Treasurer, Rodrigo Jaba from SS – 2B as the Auditor, and Vincent Conquilla placed as the Public Relations officer.
SONIO RANKS 5TH IN THE PHILIPPINE STATISTICS QUIZ REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
By Jan Marliz S. Agustin PCCM’s newly elected Board of Trustees and Faculty members raised their hands as they took their oaths for the Academic Year 20192020 at the Municipal Hall in Camalig, Meycauayan City Bulacan, with the supervision of our Newly Elected Mayor Hon. Linabelle Ruth Villarica last August 22, 2019. The said event gathered the aspiring leaders of the City College, together with the Officer-in-Charge Re-elected Councilor Catherine C. Abacan, the staffs, heads, organizational leaders, and the teachers enabling them to face another responsibility to handle and nurture the future of Meycauayan City by responding to the calling of profession, keeping promises, and doing their assigned tasks.
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By Mariel Capulong
ANGELES CITY, PAMPANGA - MelgaSonio, a BSE Major in Mathematics student ranked 5th among the 31 participants in the recently concluded 25th Philippine Statistics Quiz --- Regional Championship at the Holy Angel University last November 12, 2019. Sonio, a freshman student, is a first-time participant in the said competition. She felt confident during the first two Turn to Page 2 rounds as her scores on the written test were above the rest of the other delegates. Her scores were 7/10 (first round) and
PCCM APPOINTS NEW BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-2020
Newly appointed and elected officers from the different organizations established in the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan formally took their oath before Councilor Catherine C. Abacan and the Accredited Student Organizations or ACSO last September 25, Friday at the Administrative Office of the College. The oath-taking ceremony was administered by Dr. Ma. Paz G. Contreras, the Directress of the Office of the Student Affairs and Mr. Jobert Suarez, Coordinator of ACSO.
8/10 (second round) respectively. However during the third round, Sonio was nervous as the third round was a quiz bee. In addition, participants were only given 10 to 30 seconds to answer. Frustrated, she got only 4 out of 20 points that gave her 19 accumulated points. “Proud coackakodahil highest siyasa first two rounds ng competition. Napressuresiyasa third round” said her coach, Mr.Jobert Suarez. He also added that Soniowas focused, determined, and competitive. Although disappointed, she was thankful for the experience.
The PSQ or Philippine Statistics Quiz, which is in its 25th year, is a competition held annually and catered freshmen students enrolled in the different colleges and universities nationwide. Its aims are to assess the competency skills of students in statistics, promote awareness in the value of science, and generate public awareness on the importance of statistics (General Information, Information Bulletin No. 1 Series of 2019)
PaGES Empowers PCCMians through Seminars and Workshops By Jan Marliz S. Agustin
The Passion the theme of the semiGuided Educators’ nar. The discussion cirSociety under the culated on the quality supervision of their of education, DepEd hardworking adviser, Secreatary Ma. Leonor Ms. Bernadette LuBriones, made this possible by reaching cañas together with such areas like islands, the officers lead by were education is not Paul Gabriel I. Licup, even possible. Teachers PaGES president, proved that education conducted a seminar should be accessible with a theme “Emto everyone regardless powering the ComAnniversary. Dr. Ricardo A. De Photo Credits to Rachelle Cama of their race, status, munity Through and even the place that they were born. Accessible and Quality Education” in Guzman served as the speaker celebration of PCCM’s 16th Founding with his outstanding and reflective talks as the students were highly engaged with
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PCCM Conducts Welcome Rites By Melody Cea
The Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan conducted welcome rites for the freshmen last October 28, 2019. The event was held at the Meycauayan Convention Center at exactly 2 o’clock in the afternoon. It began with the marching of the TEP and HMP students with their casual attires together with their partners and followed by a prayer led by Ms. Crismelaine Herrera from English 2-A. the attendees were Councilor Catherine C. Abacan, committee on education/ officer-in-charge; Dr. Reneliza C. Sta. Ana, the College Dean; Dr. Ma. Paz G. Contreras, OSA Directress; Prof. Rona R. Dela Rosa, TEP Head; Prof. Maricris Ampuan, HMP Head; together with the teaching and non-teaching personnel. The speaker was Mr. Franz Paolo Camargo, the president of alumni from the school. “Success is not equivalent to the number of awards you received, now to the money in your bank account. Success is when you fulfill your duty”. “A good objective of oneself is to help those who are doing poorly top do and to help those who are doing well do even better,” a statement from Mr. Kaiko Eugenio, Assistant Restaurant Manager 3. It was successfully done due to the help of the different organization headed by CSG officers, PaGES, SHARP and others.
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PACSA@40, WE ARE ONE: Working towards Excellence by Advocating Righteousness, Empowerment and Oneness By Paul Gabriel Licup
Philippine Association of Campus Advisers (PACSA) is one of the major international school organizations that everyone of us must join especially for the student leaders. It gives more than knowledge, it gives wisdom and skills that we can use in establishing ourselves in order to achieve the true meaning of success. Last November 25 up to 28 of 2019 the 3rd PACSA international conference was held at Teachers Camp Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines. The Delagates that were join in there were estimated one thousand six hundred participants including the Campus Advisers. Different cultures, norms, behavior, beliefs and personality were all gathered to be one. Unity and diversity is the main objectives of this conference. This conference aims to vanished the barrier between all of us, in order to establish a same principle, goals for our nation. The great learnings that PACSA Christian Amoro (2nd Place) and Ms. taugth to me is to have a unity and cooperLovely Joy Dumalay (3rd Place), at last ation to other people. We must learned to in sanaysay; Ms. Kristine Rodriguez (1st engage ourselves on the principle of utiliPlace) , Ms. Angelica S. Belza (2nd Place) and Ms. Frescy Lagamon (3rd Place ). Both Teacher Education Program and Hospitality Management Program students have participated in the said event and have placed in the different categories. The event was spearheaded by Ms. Karen Castro (Instructor III), Ms. Jonaliza Antolin (Instructor I) and Ms. Rhea Baltero (Instructor I) together with Colleg Student Government (CSG), faculty members and non-teaching personnel.
PCCM HOLDS BUWAN NG WIKA 2019 By Elsie Anne F. Concepcion The Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauyan celebrated its 16th year of Buwan ng Wika with a theme Wikang Katutubo: Tungo sa isang Bansang Filipino, last August 22-23,2019. The event had seven categories and those students who won were; Deklamasyon; Ms. Alamrie Domingo (1st Place), Ms. Debbie Ruth Geocada (2nd Place ) and Ms. Mheral Jane Gonzales (3rd Place ) ,In Talumpati : Ms. Paula Cristina F. Calma (1st Place), Mr. Vincent L. Conquilla (2nd Place) and Ms. Mary Grace Ann Precilla (3rd Place), the singing competition which had the solo and duet event. In
solo; Mr. Angelo Agunday (1st Place) , Mr. John Michael Reobal (2nd Place) and Ms. Clarisse Joy Acojedo (3rd Place), in duet; Ms. Jonalyn Casio and Mr. Terrel Par ( 1st Place), Ms. Winlove Hertez and Edilyn Medrano (2nd Place), Mr. Arvie Tamayo and Ms. Christal Ignacio (3rd Place), in daglian pagtatalakay ; Mr. Dwight Y. Llana (1st Place), Mr. Jayfrel N. Rastica (2nd Place) and Mr. Jerson C. Landong (3rd Place), in poster making; Ms. Christine Mae Cananias (1st Place), Ms. Jeryl Rose Rapas (2nd Place) and Ms. Nestlive De Lara (3rd Place) , in slogan making; Ms. Divine Hazel Claronino (1st Place) , Mr.
tarianism. We must dedicate ourselves in everything that we do. We must love what all we do. Putting our hearts in everything that we do is the key to achieve the best that we could be. Good communication will teach us to understand better what other people wants to tell us. If we know on how to share we must also know on how to listen. Because listening is learning. We need to discover others hidden side because nobody is perfect it is possble that the knowledge and skills of other people that was none to you is possesed by them. In our modern times social disorganization are still existing the possible reason to this is the lack of understanding to each and one another. Another possible reason to this is our today's politicians and leaders are lack on proper trainings in terms of good governance and leadership. PACSA is one of the training ground that builds a responsible and dedicated leaders and for me as young student leader it is a honor and privelege to be part of it.
PCCM ADMINISTRATORS AND STUDENT PCCMians Hail LEADERS ATTEND THE 16TH PAPSAS III 2019 The Philippine Association of minds of every participant. The first speakNewly Elected PaGES Practitioners of Student Affairs and er was Ms. Lora Yusi, the Chief Education Region III (PAPSAS) Inc. con- Program Specialist, Officer-in-charge, ofand SHaRP Officers Services ducted a two-day seminar that was fice of the director IV CHEDRO III disBy Jhoanna Legaspi and Mariel Capulong SHaRP’s automated elections revealed as well the results of their elections on the same day it was conducted. Kimberly De Villa from 2D was positioned as the SHaRP President with Liezel Bastasa from section 2B as the Vice President. In addition, the following officers comprise the list of this year’s officers of the SHaRP organization: Jayson Cincollagas from section 2D as the Secretary, Abegail San Juan of 2A as the Treasurer, Jenny Diaz of 2C as the Auditor, Ma. Camille Ella Diaz of 2B as the Business Manager, Lyka Mae Yvonne Garcia of 2B and Nezza Pizarra of 2B as the Public Relations Officers. Representatives from the different years, courses and major from both organizations are the following: Prisa Sarto and Christian Wei Felicierta from the Social Studies Major, Cedie Pacio and Aira Joy Soriano from the Mathematics Major, and Arvie Tamayo with Lolita Agapito from the English Major students of the Teacher Education Program. Meanwhile, the Hospitality Management students elected Kimberly Petilo and Jonas Brasola, freshmen students, Jhoanna Legaspi and Razel Fuentes, sophomore students, and Roxanne Bincal, a senior student as the representatives from each year level of the Organization.
held at Villa Alfredo’s Resort, Barangay Baliti, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, last November 21-22, 2019 with a theme of “SAS Practitioners in the forefront of promoting safe and sound inclusive academic environment”. This year 16th PAPSAS III Annual Convention and Student Leaders Summit 2019 were facilitated by Dr. Romulo Mercado, the President of PAPSAS III from Bulacan State University. Our beloved College Dean, Dr. Reneliza C. Sta. Ana; our outstanding OSA Directress, Dr. Ma. Paz G. Contreras; CSG Vice-president Jeraldine Parinas; Student Publication Associate Editor, Jan Marliz Agustin; and Student Publication Senior Editor, Crismelaine Herrera attended and participated in the seminar. The first day was an all-day seminar in which knowledge was filled in the
cussed the theme of the event and gave an inspiring quotation “Leaders are those who travel the road less Travelled”. The second speaker was Blecenda Varona, DrPh, MPH, RND of Asian Institute who discussed Gender Empowerment for Mental Health and Happiness. She also gave an inspiring message to everyone “Live in love and you will surely live”. The third speaker was his husband, an inventor, Mr. David Varona who tackled Gender and identity Expression. The fourth speaker was a journalist and a volunteer, Mr. Roniel Canimo, he tackled Volunteerism and gave an inspiring message that “Everything for the Philippines is worth it”. The last speaker was Mr. Dan Capule who discussed about Values Formation and also gave a warm message “Take Heart, Take Part”. These speakers made an impact to everyone who attended the seminar by making them feel that everyone is included and no one should be outcaste. In day two, the whole morning created an exciting environment for the student leaders. Team building activities were conducted to measure the leadership of every one and to assess how these student leaders will make
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PCCM’s Elected and Appointed Student Leaders 2019 Take Oath By Crismelaine F. Herrera The ceremony started with the College Student Government or CSG , the College’s Mother Organization which is headed by Mr. Jobert Suarez; SCRIBES’ Editorial Board, the College’s Official Student Publication led by Ms. Mariel G. Capulong and Mr. Mark Daniel Baretto ; Major and Minor Organizations namely: Passion Guided Educators Society or PAGES with their adviser Ms. Bernadette C. Lucañas; Society of Hotel and Restaurant Professionals or SHARP with Ms. Maria Sheryl O. Decilio as their adviser; the Glee Club with the guidance of Mr. Johnny Santos; the Campus Ministry Officers with their adviser Ms. Crisselle Lyn Paulino; Christian Brotherhood International or CBI with their assistant adviser Ms. Jonaliza L. Antolin; Socially Aware
Society or SOAS with the leadership of Dr. Ernesto R. Mateo; Flair Tappers with their adviser Mr. Lorenz F. Geraldez; P-style with Ms. Karen B. Castro as their moderator; Sports Club with Mr. Alexander Lizardo; Society for the Advancement of Mathematics Education with Mr. Revlon Seño; ARTmoshpere Officers with the supervision of Mr. Gerard M. Gaza; Eyeshot Photography with Ms. Mariel G. Capulong; Talitha Kumi with their adviser Mr. Reiner Angelo B. Mercado; and lastly, the PLUMAfil under Ms. Jonaliza L. Antolin. The said oath-taking was not only for the formal upholding of the duties and responsibilities of the officers, but also needed for the established student organizations to be accredited and recognized officially.
and create a team when all of them is superior to one another, also the presentation of best practices of the teachers, advisers and heads of the organization was conducted at a separate function hall. In a short period of time, the attendees got to know more about them-
selves as an individual, a student, a professional, and a leader. This seminar is a great opportunity to excel and enjoy the moment of being together and to showcase the hidden potential in everyone by being united despite of being diverse.
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TEP Holds PCCM Admission PCCM APPOINTS NEW BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR Seminars for Incoming ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-2020 of New Pre-service Teachers Freshmen Students P By Jan Marliz S. Agustin
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City of Meycauayan, posted an article about the people included in this event. PCCM’s OIC Hon Catherine C. Abacan; Dr. Carmelita P. Sotto-ALCU Region 3 President; Dir. Jovencio M. Ferrer Jr. the Provincial Director of TESDA Bulacan; Ms. Shiela S. Aringo-PCCM Faculty Association President; Mr. Franz Paolo R. Camargo-PCCM Alumni Association President; Ms. Darlien Jane G. Reyes-PCCM Student College Government President; Ms. Pia Ramirez-Delos Satos-City Administrator Member; Mr. Francis M. Ocampo Meycauayan Business Sector Representative; and Joseph E.
Domingo-Board Secretary, they are the people who have been trusted by the subordinates and the institutional superiors. New instructors and faculty members were introduced as well. Mr. Mark Daniel l. Baretto, Mr. Lorenz F. Geraldez, Ms. Karen B. Castro, Ms. Rhea H. Baltero, Ms. Jonaliza L. Antolin, Ms. Andrea T. Tayco, Ms. April annie Joy L. Homoroc, Ms. Tracy Zyra D. Leopoldo, Mr. Mark Rowell T. Laurencio, Mr. Johnny R. Santos, Mr. Jobert C. Suarez, Ms. Elsbeth Olasiman, Ms. Mariel G. Capulong and Ms. Camille C. Baldivas. They are new teachers who will surely mold the students’ profession-
alism. Raising their hands and taking their oath, symbolizes acceptance and bravery. As per the new Mayor, she believe that these people will strengthen and enhance the students’ skills, talents, and capabilities while learning and will be put into action when they go to the actual work field. Mayor LV also ensures the quality of education in our dearest City College that will hold the future and treasure of Meycauayan City. The local government and the institution aim for high quality education through this “trusted vows” to prove that we are not just a college, but a home of true character and excellence.
A new academic year for 20192020 has arrived. The admission takes place at PCCM School ground in the months of June to August which is before the actual start of classes. Teachers, administrators, and guidance officers assisted every step of the procedure that made the admission even more organized. The PCCM continues to extend its quality of education to the young learners and empowers them to the extent of their abilities. The institution conducted a series of assessment for the incoming freshmen: from passing of requirements; initial and final admission examination; interview from the College Dean; posting of qualified students; enrollment; and attending orientations. PCCM carefully filters and assess By Elsie Anne F. Concepcion and Romel T. Nacional the requirements of each student and the students themselves. The institution does not only look into the academic skills of The Polytechnic College of the City of Verdadero and crisha Jane Legaspi (3rd Jessica Añonuevo (1st Place), Neslyn Moreach student, but the character which Meycauayan celebrated its 16th Foun- Place). In , on the spot flower arrangement, allos (2nd Place), and Joanne Mae Aviles is the embodiment of professionalism. dation week wherein Hospitality Man- Ma. Camille Ella Diaz(1st Place), John Er- (3rd Place). In master flair tending, Romel agement Program (HMP) conducted ico Tilo (2nd Place), and Jennifer Agacos- Rejo(1st Place), Emmanuel Garcia (2nd different skills competitions; vegetable cos (3rd Place). In bed makingwith towel Place), and Jay-Em Cadusale (3rd Place). The event was prepared by the and fruit carving, napkin folding, virtu- folding, Gwhen Tungpalan and Abegail al tour guiding, bed making with towel San Juan (1st Place) Mary Joy Dalagan and Hospitality Management Program Teachfolding, on the spot flower arrangement, Bernadette Jaucian (2nd Place), and clark ers, students together with the Colmaster flairtending, and on the spot ta- Casero and Bobby Alcanar (3rd Place). lege Student Government, Flairtappers, Scribes ble skirting at the HMP hall last Octo- In virtual tour guidng, Arianne Salonand Sharp. ber 2019, the 2nd day of the said event. ga (1st Place), and Lenny Mae Man The hospitality management stu- gubat (2nd Place). In napkin folding, dents participated in the competition and showed their skills and knowledge. The fol- 1st place in Fruit and Vegetable carving by Jhoanna Legaspi and Ariel Legaspi lowing students who won were; in fruit and Photo taken by Romelyn Noriega vegetable carving; Jhoanna Legaspi and Ariel Legaspi (1st Place), Leonardo VillanBy Honey Jean Alboleras and ueva and Jayson Yap (2nd Place), and KrisCindy Galvez tel Caño and Sarah Esguerra (3rd Place). In, on the spot table skirting, JeffersonTigas and The Community Extension and Jonezza Asoy (1st Place), Geraldine Gallarthe College Library conducts a gift-givdoand Baby Jean Hemoya(2nd Place), James ing event for the young children of Pagasa street in celebration for the 85th The said activity was facilitated by the
HM STUDENTS SHOWCASE THEIR TALENTS THROUGH A SKILLS COMPETITION
Community Extension collaborates with the College Library in giving gifts
Community Extension and the College Library headed by Mrs. Reina Javillonar and Ms. Rizza Bicaldo. The program began with a prayer by Ms. Alpha; followed by a short message from the College Dean Reneliza C. Sta. Ana. After the message, the volunteers from BSHM 1-C started the main program by asking the children and the story telling began. The event ended with the facilitators and the student volunteers giving their early Christmas gifts to the young children. National Book week Photo credits PCCM page Truly, kindness never fails to pierce celebration with the theme “Inclu- even the deepest of the hearts of everyone sive, Innovative’ Interconnected”. when it comes to helping the children.
By Nikka Oliverio and Mariel Capulong
CCM Main Library - To equip the fourth year Education students for their upcoming on-the-job, the Teacher Education Program Administration and faculty conducted four consecutive seminars on various topics last Monday, December 2, 2019. Parts of the seminar series were interactive activities and workshops that required full attention and cooperation from the audience. Four resource speakers from the TEP Program were Dr. Reneliza Sta. Ana, the College Dean; Dr. Ma. Paz Contreras, the Directress of the Office of the Student Organizations; Dr. Ernie Mateo, the Social Studies Coordinator; and Ms. Melissa Rodriguez, the Human Resource Officer of the College. Using an interactive way of explaining her topic, Dr. Sta. Ana discussed with the students about the Art of Questioning. She deliberately discussed how to increase the level of difficulty and complexity of certain questions from the lower order thinking skills (LOTS) to the higher order thinking skills (HOTS) with a number of questioning strategies to be employed during class discussions in enhancing the academic dialogue inside a classroom. Moreover, Dr. Contreras lectured about the Advanced Science and Technology in other countries that can highly contribute to the education of the students. Several video clips regarding the advancement of technology in the modern society were made use during the listening game which made the explanation comprehensive and thorough. The Human Resource Officer, Mrs. Melissa Rodriguez talked about Personality Development. Confidence, appearance, and outlook in life were the points of discussion and the effects of those in handling stress in their workplace. Finally, Dr. Mateo, the Social Studies Coordinator discussed about the Lifelong Learning Teaching Strategies that can help the pre-service teachers once they start their practice teaching. The event was concluded by a plenary about the different aspects of education that can be applied by the senior students or pre-service teachers as they enter the field of teaching.
S.A.S Organizes the Pre-Pageant Screening for Mr. and Ms. PCCM TEP Department By Jan Marliz S. Agustin
Socially Awares Society, a club of Social Studies Major under the supervision of its coordinator Dr. Ernesto R. Mateo, organizes the screening of Pre-pageant for Mr. and Ms. PCCM TEP Department last September 20, 2019 at PCCM Social Hall. The panels of judges were Ms. Bernadette Lucañasinstructor of English Department, Mr. Johnny R. Santo-P.E Instructor, and Mr. Reinier Angelo Mercado- instructor from Mathematics Department. The host of the event was Mr. Richard Paolo Abendan, PAGES Vice President. The event was in a close-door setup,
only the panel of judges; club officers, and some instructors were only to see the screening, and to avoid biased time limit in initial question and answer. There is 34 pair of candidates from different major in Teachers Education Program Department. Each section from the first year level up to fourth year had joined the screening. It is truly a battle of visual and intelligence, where each candidate shows their ramp talents and expressed their selves in by answering difficult questions regarding the current trends and issues of the society made by the PAGES officers.
At the end of the day, 11 pairs were chosen to continue in the next round which is the combination of both Hospitality Management and Teachers Education Program Department. Pre-judging will include the ramp, talents showcase, and question and answer portion to assess the intelligence and awareness of each candidate in our society, it will be held at the social hall at exactly 11 o’clock in the morning. This is the second round of the competition and a step to search for the next Mr. and Ms. PCCM 2019.
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ime really flies fast. The past had been forgotten in the present and will surely continue to die in the future. Today’s generation focuses on modernization like technological advancement, social media, international relations etc. The society keeps on moving forward even in the field of education. The old curriculum and traditional way of teaching is slowly changing and converting into an easier and new way of teaching approach to learners. Everything can be learned through screens, and books were being hidden inside the cabinets and libraries. Philippine heroes are fond of being forgotten as years passed by because there are people who arise even when they are not doing anything like fighting and battling for the country. General Antonio Luna, considered as “Heneral Artikulo Uno” the Director General of the war in the American Colonization in the Philippines, General Gregorio “Goyo” Del Pilar, the young general who is known for being the “Hero of Tirad Pass”,
NUTSHELL OF LIFE By Cindy Galvez
When I was in elementary, I was taught that education was to be acquired. It was the very time that everything I learned or didn’t could impact the rest of my study period. I didn’t see the purpose of my mother being me up over failing the “ABaKaDa” over and over again or my father not letting me to play in the afternoon before I manage to answer his “mathematical equation”. Little did I know, those would be 70% of how the society will perceive me, or worse, judge me in the next few years. And yes, it was the best of times: we were free and encouraged to dream - I once dreamed to become the President of the Philippines; very ambitious, isn’t it? Going to high school, I started to take up decisions and learn through experiences by myself. The hardest lesson I was taught was by experience: nothing is ever as easy as we wish and want it to be. It was the time I slowly became independent on my parents: made a lot of mistakes; bruised and made aware of the wrongdoings of the adults. Before I became passion-
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Luis Taruc the Leader of HUKBALAHAP (hukbong bayan laban sa hapon) or a guerilla rebel group opposing the inhumane treatment of Japanese soldiers to Filipinos. Andres Bonifacio “ang Supremo ng Katipunan” who built the famous rebel group KKK (Kataas-taasang, Kagalang-galangan, Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan) against the three hundred thirty-three years of Spanish Colonization in the Philippines together with the brave and nationalistic Katipuneros. Simeon Ola, was the last general of the Philippines to surrender to the American forces after the Philippine-American war. Panday Pira, was acknowledged as the “First Filipino canon-maker” and his works was said to be used by Raha Sulayman to defend Manila from the invasion of Spaniards led by Martin De Goiti. These were only the few Philippine heroes who sacrificed their lives for the sake of the country from the invasion of the conquerors. All their pain, hard work, scream, cries, and agony were given to the Filipinos just to make their lives less miserable
ate with learning and writing, I was first in rage with how our societal system had been. With a mind that was cultivated by the elders and a vulnerable emotional capacity, I fumed and bashed what I know but didn’t fully understand. But I never regret any of it because it was how and why I knew that no age, title, or name could ever be as perfect as it may seem if it was only meant to cope with the rest of the world. Now in college, I’m still one with my loud mind and unsilenced ink. My thinking never changed, it only got a little better and worse in its own way. It is the time that I’m learning that learning is endless - that we must learn as if we are to live forever while we savor every phase of it. What I hated about the system and norms that was set to create meeting ends are both true and needed to withhold as I shape it and let it shape me. What we learn in school isn’t necessarily how we will use it in our everyday lives but what it teaches us throughout the process, or even literally, help us distinguish with a basis. We may never be very prepared for whichever life may throw at us - that’s what I learned so far. That is why every right or wrong person, place, event or chapter of our lives, I strongly believe that we must cherish every bit of it and savor the flavor of our one and only life.
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in hands of the colonizers. Their objective to free the country, willingness to set aside their personal goals, and the belief that the Philippines is for the Filipinos is very much important and honorable. Because of them, we are having the freedom that they truly deserve. There are so many Filipino who had become heroes in the past that is forgot-
ten today. The people especially the youths are more interested in knowing other country’s history more than knowing our own. They tend to look for a different perspective when it comes to nationality and heroism. I believed that children, mostly the student must recognized and study the history deeper than what the modules, given
books, and internet is teaching. It is the greatest gift and way to show respect in their cruel past that makes a bright present and independent future for us. We must appreciate and honor our heroes for their sacrifices to become worth it as they also believed that we are worth the fight.
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you, they will explain the situation, give all the point of view, and will make you believe that there’s something you can do about it. Campus journalists write together to inform their fellow students. They make them se out of the box. They lead them to act responsibly to help our country. The word bias is out of the journalists’ vocabulary; they give their opinions to help others think of what the best actions are. With our helping hands, we should surely bring progress and changes, not just to ourselves, but also for our beloved country. We work not because for our bread and butter, but to love our country and fellowmen. With these, we create change in our own little way.
In this competitive world, future educators prepare students for the demands of the future. They have to be communications and relationship specialist. Which will make what they were teaching become more effective to produce productive students that will impact the future of the society. Donaldson reiterated that the future teachers should not only base their teaching on test items but also focusing on the skills of the students. One of the purposes of getting proper education is to be a good citizen and to be successful. With that, education became a necessity and that’s what the future educators should sustain, to hone the skills of their students in preparation for the reality of life in their future.
By John Mark Cafe
Give your journalists pencils and they will draw actions for our nation’s problem; give them pens and they will write ways for our nation’s success. Indeed, campus journalists are burning torches that fire up the frozen spirit of nationalism within their fellow journalists, schoolmates, and students. At present, the Philippine government is facing a lot of controversies and issues. Corruption, poverty and crime are some of those problems that should be addressed and prioritized. For the public, these problems seem to be difficult to solve. However, everyone surely can help to amend these problems, even campus journalist can. Actions and solutions for our nation’s problems are on the process. In the same way, campus journalism is in action to educate the students to be more aware with the issues of our nation. It’s always in the process and must always be. Ask a simple student regarding our country and he will just answer. Ask the journalists and they will not just answer
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'Teaching to the skills' By Crismelaine F. Herrera
Teachers of the future will have to teach to the skills not the test. The fear of being held accountable for everything event we can control in the classroom is a major aggravation and has forced many to “teach to the test,” Stacey Donaldson, Mississippi’s 2009-2010 Teacher of the year, said her speech about the teachers of the future.
EDITORIAL BOARD AND STAFF Advisers
Mariel Capulong Mark Daniel Baretto
News Writer / Senior Editor
Crismelaine Herrera
News Writer / Junior Editor
Melody Cea
Feature Editor
Frescy Lagamon
Sports Editor
Steven Salvador
News Writer
Elsie Anne Concepcion
Feature Writer
John Mark Cafe Sports Writer
Jhoanna Legaspi
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MALL. Sometimes, it is used to describe something that is little in size – just like you and your friend. Most of the time, it is used to describe something that is lacking in strength, for example, “having a small voice”. But, have you ever used that word to describe how you feel? Have you ever felt so small? Being a small girl with a small voice, perhaps you wondered and asked yourself, “How can I be heard?” or something bigger like “How can I make a change? I’m just like this”. And if you’re passionate enough, you tend to do everything to cover-up those small things that you own. Small things that you count as failures. Perhaps, you’re thinking that you cannot move forward because of your small imperfections – being quiet or being loud, energetic or lethargic, giving too much effort or not making an effort at all, and many more reasons just to end up hating yourself. Whenever you think how small or insignificant you are, or when you feel like you cannot accomplish anything though you are doing your best,
take a long PAUSE. Gather your thoughts and think of your small realizations you come up with when you’re just relaxed and have nothing to do. Maybe you thought of a possible solution for the traffic in EDSA. Maybe, you’ve come up of a random but logical explanation of how to have a better educational system. Maybe, you realized something absurd that no other people can think of but it can be a cure for cancer. We’ll never know but those small and seems random realization of yours cannot be counted as failures. It should be counted as something like a small step towards the biggest development that could ever happen in our society that nobody could ever think of but YOU. But then, by doing everything on your own, you have less time to think this way. You forgot your amazing thoughts. And by only looking on the bigger picture, you overlooked the small details that actually works and very meaningful. START. The world never really gave too much attention to this word. For some, it could be a big word, but for
Do yourself a favour By John Mark Cafe Discipline. Student. School. These three words typically something ordinary. Discipline, a way of behaving that shows willingness to obey, rules and orders. Student, a person who studies something. School, an institution for educational instructions. However, when woven together form an unbreakable intertwined thought of extraordinary value. School disciplines students. Disciplined students are found in school. Agree? Can we say that PCCM students are disciplined? Let’s find out. As of school year 2019-2020, 1st semester, there are 195 students in Hospitality department, 128 students for Education English majors, Majors in Mathematics were 49 and Social Studies were 102. For the second year, 166 students for hospitality, 96 students in Education English majors, Mathematics were 51 and 95 students for Social Studies. For the 4th year were 39 students for hospitality, 59 students for Education English majors and for the Mathematics were 21 students enrolled 1st semester in Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan having a total of 992 students.
Even so, with our school full effort and implementation of rules and regulations to be followed inside the premise, our natural personal existence prevails – we are rebel. We disobey. We do not follow. Based on PCCM policies on student discipline - Chapter 8 of student handbook whereas prescribed guides for conduct at school like, wearing complete and proper uniform, proper haircuts, attending school right in time and attending classes and showing off polite and decent manners to the school’s officials, heads, teachers and other personnel are more often violated by some students. Discipline – sometimes a noun but most of the time a verb, an action word, something we should always keep in mind and apply in our daily lives. At school we are taught of discipline but we never did. We always take and we never give back – what a selfish act. To be disciplined conveys a deep understanding of our very self that we must not just receive but give as well. At school we must be disciplined because it’s the right thing to do. To my fellow PCCM’IANS, please do our school a favor. Be disciplined.
most of us, we never really bothered to really understand the meaning of this word because we are too focused on the bigger and more visible things such as our goals and dreams. We are all unique individuals, therefore we think of different ways to start and achieve that goal and dreams. But the most important part of achieving that is to CHANGE. If you failed, get up. Failure is a part of the process of change, it is never a person. If you get tired, rest. Don’t be too hard on yourself by doubting the things you’re about to do or been doing now. Just start. Because once you do, it already made an impact. It already created change no matter how big or small you made your action. It’s good to make small changes and much better when it’s done by everyone because that way, we can make the biggest change that this world can never imagine. You want to change yourself for the better? START.
Rethinking of the Philippines’ Educational System
The state of a nation relies in the quality of its education. One never reads a book just by its cover—a book is known for the beauty of every ink and space in its page; not just how it looks like on the outside. For looks can be very deceiving: a lesson worth teaching the youth nowadays who are very fond of basing their judgment upon seeing just the tip of the iceberg—unaware of the depth of the roots of where they came from; seemingly seeing things from the wrong perspective, destroying the little good of what was left from the past. It is both sickening and saddening to witness just how education and the justice system are taken lightly by the ones who know nothing about it. Sad to say, the Philippines’ current status is immensely reflected on how poor its educational system is nowadays. As a matter of fact, in a survey conducted by 2018 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), Philippines has the lowest reading comprehension and second lowest in science and mathematics among 79 coun-
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August-December 2019 You want to change the community you’re in? START. You want to change the system? START. Finally, be brave. You can be heard. Joined by a thousand small voices who shouts their own battle cry with you. Because no matter how small you are, or your voice is, or your realizations are, it will be heard. It will be done. Because just like how a small spark can cause a wildfire in the forest, so your voice will be heard together with people who has the same outcry as you. And this small, seemed insignificant and useless action, will create change. And it starts with you. Are you willing to make small those small changes? If you are, stand firm on your decision. Make sure to take care of that change you are about to do so it won’t die and become the thing that you fear the most. Be committed on whatever change you’re thinking right now.
POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE OF THE CITY OF MEYCAUAYAN VISION The POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE OF THE CITY OF MEYCAUAYAN (PCCM) envisions to provide socialized quality education in producing highly competent and skilled professionals in the fields of arts, science and technology.
MISSION PCCM is committed to ensure sustainable and effective learning environment through quality instruction programs, research and community-extension involvement towards the development of the society.
PCCM, Mahal naming Paaralan By Anjello Libao PCCM, Mahal naming Paaralan Tanglaw ng lungsod ng Meycauayan Alay sa kabataang pag asa ng bayan. tries. It is no wonder why pagbabago and pag-unlad are rarely or worst,never seen in the faces of the Filipinos and in the technological advancement of the country. Still, as long as education breathes with its kindling fire, there is still hope for tomorrow. As a future educator, the pressure and responsibility to pave the way for the improvement of the community lies heavily on the shoulders of each. Teachers are hailed as modern day heroes and primary breeders of professionals but not sapat enough to shake the slumbering bosses and to be treated just right for their quality of service. Now, one cannot help but wonder if being a teacher and serving motherland is still an oath to be sufficed or a distant memory once reminisced. Back then, if a child was to be asked about his/her dream someday, he/she would be so sure to answer with “I want to he a doctor and heal sick people!” or even “I want to be an artist and become famous!” and of course, “I want to become a teacher and be like ma’am/sir!”. But now, teachers are hardly even respected nor heeded when they beg for a little raise in their salary nor when someone overreacts when they think that a teacher abuses their child’s rights over simply filling their lack of enforcing discipline in their homes. The sad reality everyone must face tomorrow is its own nation dragging itself down out of pure ignorance. The youth is the world’s future and there is no better preparation for the unknown but to arm oneself with knowledge.
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PCCM, daluyan ng karunungan Hinuhubog aming isipan Kaagapay sa hamon ng buhay Tungo sa kinabukasan Sa iyo iaalay, lahat naming tagumpay Tuwina aming itatanghal Karangalan ng Bayan sa’ming puso at diwa, aral mo’y di mawawalay taas noong magpupugay kailanman Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan PCCM, Mahal naming Paaralan Tanglaw ng lungsod ng Meycauayan Alay sa kabataang pag asa ng bayan. PCCM, daluyan ng karunungan Hinuhubog aming isipan Kaagapay sa hamon ng buhay Tungo sa kinabukasan Sa iyo iaalay, lahat namng tagumpay Tuwina aming itatanghal Karangalan ng Bayan sa’ming puso at diwa, aral mo’y di mawawalay taas noong magpupugay kailanman Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan Sa iyo iaalay, lahat naming tagumpay Tuwina amining itatanghal Karangalan ng bayan Sa’ming puso at diwa Aral mo’y di mawawalay Pasasalamat sa iyo kailanman Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan
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Scribes Feature/Literary Transforming One’s Dream to Reality CHALLENGES AND BENEFITS OF INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE
August-December 2019
By Prof. Maricris M. Ampuan
The Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayanand Hospitality Management Program are proud of its graduates for they have passed the demands of the present trends in the labor-oriented Hospitality Industry. One excellent representation is Patrice M. Dela Cruz who graduated in 2016 and is now featured in the Hotelier Maldives January 2019 publication, Volume 5 Issue 036 featuring Women in Hospitality. She was featured as a power woman at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives working as a Lifestylist. Patrice M. Dela Cruz is an ordinary student that shares the same dilemmain life with most of the students - to graduate and alleviate the family from poverty. During her College days she supported her finances by working at MC Donalds. Responsibilities of being the eldest and product of a broken family had not been an obstructionfor her to earn a degree. Her first hotel experience was being a Banquet and Sales Coordinator at Green Hills Elan Hotel where her salary was used to support her siblings’ education. Her hotel experience continues at BSA Twin Tower Hotel, holding the same position. With the emergingdemands for technicallyproficient hoteliers to young professionals and a referral from her aunt, Ms.Patrice considered the opportunity of working abroad. Her love and passion to work in
Hospitality industry landed a remarkable career in Maldives. Presently, she is aLife Stylist Front Desk Supervisor at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives handling preparation of guest arrivals, assists and plans for guests’ excursions, tour, special events until guest departures. Her remarkable journey started when she was trained to jointhe14th Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge.Her aspirations and fighting spirit brought pride to Cinnamon Dhonvelibeing hailed first place in the Tea Challenge Competition. Winning in the exhibition made her realized that as a hotelier, one should be flexible and must allow oneself to transcendcomplexities to fullpossibilities. In the Hotelier Maldives, Volume 5 Issue 036 featuring Women in Hospitality, she was asked if she noticed any differences between resorts in the Philippines and Maldives with regard on how the female staff is treated. She answered:“There has been no issue on the treatment. I find it more motivating as whichever career you choose. You have to learn how to get along with various personalities on a daily basis which simultaneously grooms us a person.” Apparently, Patrice’ professionalism and attitude towards work are the key motivators of Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives, molding and empowering young aspiring hoteliers. With all your journey to success, your Alma Matter counted your achievements as one of the many living proofs in the materializationof the dream and vision of the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan - equipping the less privileged youth with the skills and competencies needed for employment.
A World without Teachers A world without teachers will be dull because teachers they are the ignition to a flame – without them, our dreams will not be shaped and molded. Many say that changes are the only permanent thing in this world. Change means improvements, innovations, and developments. Maybe, without great teachers, there will be no changes. The world together with the great ideas of every child will be completely frozen. Without teachers, great ideas will be stagnant just like the water in an oasis – untouched. A world without teachers will be incomplete because teachers fill the gap that parents lack. A teacher serves as the nurturer of every child from basic to tertiary education. They nurture the seeds in every student so that, one day the society can have great leaders, doctors, engineers, and people. Imagine a typical classroom has 40 students with one teacher and each day the teacher will continually water the seeds in every student. They do it every day. Isn’t it a very tedious task? A world without teachers is impossible because a world without them will be in chaos. A world without them would be a world of misinformation – where everyone is right and no one is wrong. A teacher provides all the essential
information that we have today. These pieces of information are needed to be excellent and intellectual individuals. They taught us theories, techniques, values, and a lot more things that serve as our pillars to stand against the world. We have brighter and better futures because of our teachers. A world without teachers will result to an unshaped future. The future will be imbalanced and fragile just like a sword without a sword smith. Swords forged by a real sword smith will result to sturdy and sharp swords. Similar to the future, a future shaped by great teachers will result to a perfectly shape society were everyone can have opportunity. It will be a future with individuals that can protect and stand for the right. A world without teachers is the world we don’t want to be. It is a world that I am afraid to exist. Teachers are needed in this world because they are the reasons why youth can be the hope of the future. They cultivate and hone our talents and skills for us to be better individuals. They sacrifice their time to provide and exude excellence in their vocation. A world without them is a world we do not want to have. By: Pablo Loreniana
By Dr. Ernesto R. Mateo
Last October 31-Novemebr 2, 2019, I attended the 2nd International Conference on Psychology, Counselling and Education (ICPCE 2019) together with Professor Maricar Ortaleza-Paper Presenter and Professor Rona R. dela Rosa-Paper Presenter. ICPCE 2019 was jointly organized with the International Society of Psychology, Counselling and Education (ISPCE), GetPsyched and University Malaysia Sabah. Under the able leaderships of DENNIS RELOJO-HOWELL, Founder of Psychreg (UK), FRASER SMITHCEO of GetPsyched (UK), with DR NOOR HASSLINE MOHAMED- Lecturer, University Malaysia Sabah, DR BERNEY WILKINSON, Keynote Speaker, Webster University (USA ), this research conference brought together a collaborative scientific community of faculty, researchers and scholars to advance and support rigorous, evidence-based empirical research in the fields of psychology, counselling and education. The University of Malaysia Sabah, the venue of research conference is a thriving university at the heart of Asia. It
is the ninth Malaysian public university located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. As a federal statutory body, it operates under the supervision of a Board of Directors, a body that directs and supervises all affairs of the University which comprises a Chairman and ten members who are all appointed by the Minister of Education for a three-year term. As paper presenters, the importance of attending a relevant research conference had been so challenging because educators like ushad taken an ample opportunity for change and improvement in our line of specializations. This conference was also highly participative because it promoted the dissemination and exchange of ideas in a variety of formats, across a range of research domains. Being a part of this rewarding experiences, with my paper “Challenges to Administrators of Local Colleges in the Province of Bulacan”and Prof. Maricar Ortaleza’s “Effects of Assessment of Learning in Metacognition and Academic Achievement”, this research conference helped
us to grow our professional network with the right people, boosted our knowledge and enhanced our research career through a platform that connected us with scholars and associates across the globe. Participating in a world-class conference can present some tough challenges, but if we adopt a positive attitude, it can mean a leap forward in our research work. There is a saying that meeting challenges brings out the best in us. By conference,we will develop ourselves and grow the reputation of our academic institution like PCCM - Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan. At the conference, we can direct towards academic collaboration with fellow researchers and experts from different countries. There is no greater satisfaction than receiving appreciation and encouragement for our works.Showcasing the best research material, a well-organized conferencelike ICPCE 2019 can show us a new approach, an easy explanation, and a solution to complex problems.
ACSO FOR AN ASTOUNDING CAUSE By Frescy Lagamon
Have you ever hit by a ball from a volleyball player, playing at PCCM’s Student plaza? Maybe you have already noticed the freshly re-painted grotto near the canteen. Of course, who wouldn’t be carried away by the awesome expression of jiggle and graceful taunts of the P-style Dancers? By any chance, may be you’ve witnessed someone at the crowd stretching their hands upward not to cheer a contestant but to prepare their cameras and force a way closer to the venue just to catch a perfect angle of momentum of a particular event. If you had seen and witnessed some of PCCM’s programs and activities, then, maybe you rae part of its facilitators or you are just an audience. For sure you are already aware that those activities were under the leadership of our accredited college student’s organization (ACSO). It only means that our institution does not only focus on academic activities rather we are also living our core values. Through different organizations, we can showcase where and what were good at. We have our mother organization which is the College student Government (CSG) to organize an activity that suits for us to exhibit our excellence and transform us individually. Those activities are being backed up by our Academic, socio-civic, arts, sports, and cultural organization for intermissions, physical arrangements, documentaries and by the presence of our Multi-faith organization. This all means that every organization collaborate with each other to uphold camaraderie and unity. Thus, organizations do not isolate one’s skills; it exhibits them and associate with each other to produce an astounding cause.
Best friend By John Mark Cafe
Mam, Sir, Mam My intelligent and cool teacher, We just want to say, You’re the best among the rest.
Thank you for making us, A reliable and productive citizen You’re always there to listen And give best shot to informed us That’s why you will always be our number one. Thank you for loving us, Even though we are sometimes silly or not
Thank you for always at our back, When we needed a back - up. We just wanna say We love you and forever And this will always be true Mam and Sir, I found a Best Friend in ‘you’.
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TEP AND HMP HOLDS THEIR PINNING CEREMONY By Priscila Mae Balangue
Liezel Bastasa (left) of BSHM 2B and Renz Orozco (right) of BSHM 1C, hailed as the new Mr. and Ms. PCCM 2019 Photo Taken by Romelyn Noriega
HMP struts for Personality Development By Priscila Mae Balangue SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 – The Hospitality Management Program held a fashion show inside the HMP Hall as a part of their seminar-workshop for Personality Development. The purpose of this event was to showcase the HMP students’ talents and how they can professionally present themselves. One of the good qualities of being part of the Hospitality Management Program was to have a pleasing and distinct personality which they were trying to develop for this seminar-workshop. It was supported by the Councilor Cathy Abacan, Officer-In-Charge; Dr. Reneliza Sta. Ana, the College Dean; Ms. Maricris Ampuan, HMP; Dr. Paz Contreras, OSA Head; and all the HMP, TEP, and ETP professors and staffs, HMP students and SHARP officers. All in all, it was successful program enjoyed by the HMP students as they learn new things about enhancing their social and personal skills. Beyond doubt, this event made both the students and the teachers realize how important developing one’s skills and to have fun while learning.
Orozco and Bastasa Bag the Crowns as the new Mr. and Ms. PCCM By Jan Marliz S. Agustin
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celebration for the 16th founding anniversary of the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan comes to an end. Last October 30, 2019, the most awaited event Mr. and Ms. PCCM 2019 was held at the Meycauayan Convention Center. 20 candidates from different section, year level, and courses were chosen in the screening and pre-judging of both TEP and HMP Department. Luckily, they made it to the finals. It was hosted by Ms. Camille Baldivas and Mr. Mark Daniel Baretto as they elegantly excite everyone
HMP conducts Flower Arrangement Seminar-Workshop By Elsie Anne Concepcion and Ma. Camille Ella Diaz
The Hospitality Management Program conducted its first Flower Arrangement Seminar-Workshop in the PCCM on Friday of November 26, 2019 at the HMP Rooms 101-102. The said event aims to give an advance knowledge and techniques to the selected HMP Students. It was led by the speaker HMP
Head Ms. Maricris M. Ampuan, who executed her professional skills and shared her knowledge on the said seminar-workshop. together with the presence of our Dean Reneliza C. Sta Ana and our OSA Head Ma. Paz G. Contreras; HMP students, SHARP Adviser Ms. Maria Sheryl O. Decilio, and SHARP Officers.
with their enthusiastic hosting and visual beauty. There are candidates who won such awards like Mr. and Ms. Photogenic, Best in Casual Wear, Best in Talent, Mr. and Ms. EcoModelo, and Best in Formal Wear. As the pageant continued, five pair of candidates leveled up for the Q and A portion which tested their intelligence. At the end, two candidates from HMP department namely, Mr. Renz Orozco and Ms. Liezel Bastasa takes the crown as the new Mr. and Ms. PCCM 2019.
DECEMBER 12, 2019 – The Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan held the Teacher Education Program (TEP) and Hospitality Management Program (HMP) Pinning Ceremony. For the first part of the ceremony, the Teacher Education Program did their Turn over Ceremony with the graduating students as they pass the symbols to their second year students counterpart. There are six symbols to represent the TEP. Representing the TEP Logo was Fhaina Mae Ortega passing it on to Jomarie De Jesus. As for the Torch which represents the burning passion of the educators to instill wisdom to their students and not giving up for the betterment of the society, Kemp Brian Rogame passed that symbol to Steven Chino Nicar. The Book of Knowledge held by Imee Elivado was given to Priscila Mae Balangue. It was to represent the wisdom and values that the program holds from the very beginning up to the very end. There was also the Key of Responsibilities from Azenith Diaz given to Paul Gabriel Licup. For the last two remaining symbols: the Basket of Apples from Mitzi Coline Fuentes given to Jan Marliz Agustin; and the Pencil & Paper from Gladys Templo as she mentions that these two things cannot be separated from the identity of future educators and then she passed it to Crismelaine Hererra. After the Teacher Education Program’s turn over ceremony, it was the Hospitality Management Program’s turn to do theirs with the HMP Alumni passing their own symbols to their second year counterparts. There were five symbols representing the Hospitality Management Program starting with the Wine, from Jefferson Bon to Bobby Andrew Decano. They also have the Toque, held by Noe Abelido and were given to Jonezza Asoy. The Key was presented by Jerome Cerce and was passed on to Cristel Cano. The Coat and Tie from the former CSG President, Kaiko Eugenio as he passed it to Adrian Salvatierra. Lastly, the Pineapple that symbolizes the hospitality industry and the people behind it for their safe return wherever they are was presented by Jessa Alberto. Each student from TEP and HMP gave their respect and felt the honor for presenting every symbol of each program.
Campus Ministry conducts #NotAlone Program By Crismelaine F. Herrera PCCM Campus Ministry together with Crossword Alab Youth conducted #NotAlone Program every Fridays of the month that started from September to November 2019. #NotAlone Program consists of different topics discussed by the Alab Youth Leaders and the topics discussed are the following: #TrueYou, #RelationshipGoals, #WorthTheWait, and #RespetoLang. The said events were spearheaded by the Campus Ministry Adviser, Ms. Criselle Lyn Paulino together with the College Dean, Reneliza Sta. Ana. This only proves that the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauyan (PCCM) hones not only skills of the future public servants through quality education but also supports the activities concerning the beliefs of the students for achieving unity in the midst of diversity.
Facilitates Values Guidance Council Education Seminar By Melody B. Cea
The guidance council conducted Values Education Seminar at the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan Social Hall last November 15, 2019. The program started at 9 o ’clock in the morning with a prayer led by Ms. Honey Jean D. Alboleras, CSG Officer; followed by Ms. Veiya Maire Castro for the national anthem. The OSA Directress spoke for the statement of purpose of the said event. She also shared an inspirational message that would trigger students to valued most on how to be good individual. The important part of that program was the discussion about how the generation changed that was being told by Dr. Reneliza Sta. Ana, College Dean. She tackled the changes of the young people before and the new generation. The seminar was collaborated with the College Student Government (CSG) and other organization to make the event successful. Its agenda is to provide additional wisdom for all of the students on how important values in our lives are. It was attended by Dra. Ma. Paz G. Contreras, OSA Directress; Mr. Gerard M. Gaza; Administratrive V together with Dr.Reneliza C. Sta. Ana, the College Dean. The guest speaker was emotional as she delivered her message on how young people changed. The event was done successfully and motivated all students to treasure values.
ARTmosphere holds their first Gallery-Exhibit By Cindy Galvez The ARTmosphere Club held their first art Gallery-Exhibit at the Polytechnic College of the City of Meycauayan last October 29, 2019. Headed by the ARTmosphere adviser Mr. Gerard M. Gaza, Administrative IV, the said organization prepared and arranged every simple detail for the event which was held during the second day of the 3-day celebration of the
16th Founding Anniversary of PCCM. “These illustrations were so amazing! How I wish I could draw or paint like this. But knowing that they are not just blessed with the skills to draw but also that they showed us the deepest secrets of their heart and soul makes me want to be like them even more,” answered Rencie Gerona from BSE ENGLISH 2-B when he was interviewed by Rizza Ellaine Versula, Scribes’ assigned
photojournalist on that event, “I’m looking forward for next year’s exhibit! I’m hoping to see my face painted and displayed like that too!”’ he added. It is undeniable how arts could unleash the inner-child and creative side to every person; which had been very evident as each member of the ARTmosphere unleashed their prowess in making their imagination come to life.
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White Flairtappers Compete against Black Social Studies
August-December 2019
By Jhoanna Legaspi
By Jhoanna Legaspi In the preliminary round, Renz Orozco of White Flairtappers showed his strong will to win the game over Maroon Math in which he had scored 18 points in 2 sets of the game. His strong spikes and serves gave a hard time to the other teams in order to drag them down. He also secured their spot in the final game against Green Goblet. On the other hand, Black social studies also hold their spot to be on the final game. They control the game against Blue English by getting 2-0 in a 3 set game. Joseph Ridao showed that Black Social Studies was a strong opponent and a team that was heard to deal with.
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The two strong teams White Flairtappers and Black Social Studies did not let anyone to take the spot that was intended for them. When the two teams faced the championship round, they had showed a very exciting, and entertaining game which excites everyone and made the crowd goes wild with their cheers and yells. Joseph Ridao and the rest of the team worked a lot to score points. They had scored 35 points in this battle, but it was not enough to get rid of the White Flairtappers. Renz Orozco is unstoppable in giving
strong offense and solid attacks. He scored 25 points in the entire game. The Championship round ended with the 3-2 sets in favor of the White Flairtappers. This year MVP is Renz Orozco of White Flairtappers, Best Spikier was Joseph Ridao of Black Social studies, Best Blocker was Reign Lachica of Black Social Studies, Best Digger was Romel Nacional of Black Social Studies, Best Server was Vincent Conquilla who also came from Blacvk Social studies and the Best Setter was Rodex Pante of White Flairtappers.
Filipino’s are passionate in playing basketball. They can play on the dirty courts and they can build their own baskets, strapping or nailing wood to a coconut tree and making their own rim using hard wires. They always find ways to play basketball. This is how Filipino values basketball in their life. Basketball has great impact in the Philippine Society, even this is not originated here Filipino loves to play it. Every year, many baranggays conduct basketball league to give people something they can enjoy. In basketball leagues, not only the players can enjoy but also the audiences. Hearing the cheer of friends motivate the players not only the friends also the special someone and
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Math Student Dominates Chess Competition while Sophomore Students Reign Table Tennis
It’s a battle for supremacy when Morecho in the board 2, both BSE Math the simultaneous sports competi- 2B. Board 3 was dominated by Sandrex ton took off last October 29, in part Chong, Jomalyn Apuntan in board 4 and Melga Sorio in board 5, all of of the 16th PPCM Foundation Week. the three was BSE Math 1A. The class competition was Jumping from the COET held was held in the Coet LaboraLaboratory to the PE room, whre tory. Participants were divided into the table tennis competition teams according to their majors. took place. Thre are three di BSE Math students dominated the victors tally with their bevisions: women’s single, m e n”s coming the overall champion of sinthe competition. Team BSE Social Studies and BS Hospitality Management 2 followed next. In the individual boards, Raymond Abache became the best player in the board 1 while Joseph
gle and mixed doubles. Consolacion Mewndiola from BSE English 2A became the champion of the women’s single, followed by Rebecca Santos from BSE Math 1A and Jamil Aira Gasper from BSHM 2C. In the men’s single, Reynaldo Biasong from BSHM 2C become the champion, followed by Owen Espedillion from BSE Social Studies 1A and Sci Garcia from BSHM 4A. By: Steven Salvador and Rizza Ellaine Versula
During the preliminary round, White Flairtappers and Black Social Studies w e re able to ne o n the top of the game, fighti n g against other teams such as Maroon Math, Green Goblet, Blue English, and Ye l l o w Cook Smasher. White Flairtappers has an edge between those teamsbecause of the strong game given by their team captain Rosefe Anajao with the help o f the setter Cristien Guadalupe and
Blocker Airah Mariz Lamson. And also Black Social Studies gave their strong game lead by their team Captain Erika Legaspi and setter Larry Jane Aranil. White Flairtappers and Black Social Studies met at the final game that was held at the PCCM student plaza on the last day of the foundation week. They gave a breath taking game to everyone wherein the White Flairtappers won the 2 consecutive sets and the next 2 sets were taken by Black Social Studies. The last set were nerve wrecking where Black Social Studies overthrow the White Flairtappers by getting an 8-5 scores. White Flairtappers did not easily gave up on Black Social Studies with the effort of their team captain Rosefe Anajao and excellent sets by Cristine Guadalupe to tie up at the score of 10, but the Black
BADMINTON SINGLE’S MEN AND MIXED DOUBLES men DIVISION
sion of badton HMP Green goblet being dominant in other teams. Luigi Anis of green Goblet is able to hold his win since first game. He faces Mark Eugene Dalit of Maroon Math in finals. He easily wins over Mark Eugene Dalit. In mixed doubles, HMP yellow and Blue English give marvelous fight to everyone. Even Rolan Daniel and Mary Grace Precilla of HMP yeloow find difficulties to make an offense they still try but John Jakosalem and Manilyn Atienza of Blue did not let
By Jhoanna Legaspi HMP Yellow to get the place they want. At the end of the game, the strong confident of blue English lead them to win. Badminton competition was successfully ended in both single’s men and mixed doubles. In single’s men, Luigi Anis of HMP Green Goblet was declared as the champion followed by Mark Eugene Dalit of Maroon Math as the 1st placer and Marley Oraa of Black Social Studies as the 2nd placer. Mixed doubles winners are John Albert Jakosalem and Manilyn Atienza of Blue English was declared as the champion followed by Rolan Daniel Urian and Mary Grace Precilla of HMP yellow as the 1st placer, and Paulo Diolata and Mariz Marcos of Black social Studies as the 2nd Placer.
PCCMians Groove during the Zumba Screening
In preparation for the 2019 PCCM 16th founding anniversary, P-style, one of the school’s club organizations, conducted a zumba screening for the entire campus which was held last September 27. Representatives from freshmen to senior showcased their best moves and grooves as Social Studies did not let the opponent to well as their festooned colored outfits. take the lead. Erika Legaspi, Black Social After all the performancStudies Team captain and the rest of the team gave her best shot to take the lead until the end. The game ended by the error of White Flairtappers with the core of 11-15. As the UAAP Season 82 kicks The volleyball women champion off where Ateneo De Manila Universiwas Black Social Studies, 1st placer was ty is the host school, something special White Flairtappers, and the 2nd plac- is in cooking. Ateneo and UP emerge er was Maroon Math. The most valuable as rivals. These two teams are on the player was given to Erika Legaspi of Black top spots in the league. But there is Social Studies; Best Spiker was Rosefe a deeper history behind that rivalry. Anajao of White Flairtappers; Best Block- Tracing back in the 90’s, both er was Airah Mariz Lamson of White teams suffered from being unsucFlairtappers; the Best Differ was Judy Ann cessful in the athletic tournament. Antonio of White Flairtappers; the Best They even end up in a winless season. Server was Janica Mae Godoy from Black However, UAAP is a marketable Social Studies; and the Best Setter was league including its players. Because of Larry Jane Aranil of Black Social Studies.
Black Social Studies Defeat White Flairtappers in Women’s Volleyball Finals By Jhoanna Legaspi
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the family. This also helps Filipino family to bond, teach their sons to play basketball, know what they feel before and after the game, motivate them and make time to watch their games is really great help. Nowadays, The Philippines has a professional league called Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). There are also University Athletics Association of the Philippines (UAAP) and National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) for collegiate athletics aiming for a professional spot. Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) for localized competition throughout the archipelago. Those associations built Filipino players to be more competitive not only in local but also at the world stage.
es eight teams emerged as the finalist including BSE English 1-B, BSHM 2-B, BSE Math 1-A, BSE Social Studies 2-B, BSE ENGLISH 2-A, BSE ENGLISH 2-B, and BSE Social Studies 1-B. The said finalists head to qualify in the final competition at the PCCM 16th founding anniversary which took place last October 28. By: Nikka Oliverio and Mariel Capulong
An Unshaken Rivalry: Ateneo vs. UP in the UAAP Season 82 this, even people who are not from Ateneo nor UP still support the players. Fans of other sports started to become basketball fans that made the league even bigger. Both schools has its great common trait; excellence in academics. This trait is an established one even at the dawn of tertiary education in the Philippines. Nowadays, Ateneo and UP are considered as two of the best universities in the country. Truly, competition brings out the best in these two schools. By: Steven Salvador and Cindy Galvez
