Reaching the grassroots
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Honking someone else’s horn
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Six of Crows P. 10 SY 2016-2017
RECORD BREAKING NUMBER. The crowd of students gathers in the covered court to meet the school personnel as the school year 2016-2017 opens. Photo credits: CJSL
SHS receives P10.9M projects DCP grants RNCHS 2 sets of computers
The FY 2015 Basic Education Facilities allotted Php10,870,536 for the construction of new infrastructures for the opening of Senior High School in RNCHS. Prior to the opening of SHS Trading, which started last buildings that are both composed in SY 2016-2017, it was expected December 22, 2015, and is still on of two rooms which are for the that RNCHS will have ample of going as of now. Technical-Vocational Track enrollees, as it was one of the only One of the projects of the students. three schools that cater Kto12 budget is a two-storey building, It is expected that more than program in Roxas. composed of 8 classrooms, and 2 600 SHS students will benefit from The projects were made comfort rooms, which is presumed the said projects. possible with the help of A.P. to be occupied by the Academic RNCHS principal, Dr. Joel N. Consebido Construction and Track enrollees. There are also two Gulane, stated his gratitude for the support the school is receiving. “Malaki ang maitutulong nito sa mga mag-aaral at guro ng RNCHS, lalo’t higit sa mga estudyanteng nasa labing-isang baitang (This is a big help for the students and teachers of RNCHS, especially to those on the Grade 11)” he stated. The rooms are expected to be used before the last quarter of the school year ends. Grade 11 students are currently making use of makeshift buildings, and observe 9:156:30 classes to make use of other classrooms. Marie Aniza Adier BUILDING THE FUTURE. This ongoing construction project is the Admin Hub soon to rise beside the Main Entrance of the School. Photo credits: Jebelen Tingne
BERF awaits Lagan, Arteza
Aspiring to get the Basic Education Research Fund (BERF), Mrs. Carol Joy S. Lagan and Mrs. Larlyn G. Arteza attended the Research Capability Building Seminar at Sunlight Hotel, Puerto Princesa City, November 7-8. To establish the culture of research in the Schools Division of Palawan, the Planning and Research Section through the Division Research Committee headed by Dr. Loida P. Olavario, Chairman, conducted a two-day Capability Building in crafting research proposal. The activity aims to encourage and motivate researchers to avail the BERF through the conduct of research in line with the current and emerging issues and concerns relating to access, quality, and governance. Two teachers from RNCHS, Ma’am Lagan and Ma’am Arteza, English and EsP respectively,
qualified for the guidelines and requirements set by the Research Committee, and were able to join the 45 slots reserved by the Division and could have the chance to avail of the research funding. “I’m happy to know that the Division of Palawan has come up of this Capability Building in Research. Your participation only shows that you are all willing to support the research agenda of DepEd and I am looking forward that Palawan could get most of the research funding from the region,” said by Dr. Servillano A. Arzaga, CESO V, Schools Division Superintendent. Qualifying for the first level inspired Lagan and Arteza to finish their research proposals and bring the name of RNCHS in getting the research funding. CJSL
With the aim of updating and innovating the schools’ education system, the Department of Education Computerization Program (DCP) granted computer units for the school, August 25. The DCP gave the school 2 computer sets composed of 4 laptop, 4 projector, 2 speaker and 98 monitors. The first set is composed of 2 laptops, 2 projectors, 1 speaker, and 50 monitors, while the second set is composed of the same number of laptops, projectors, and speaker; and 48 monitors. RNCHS is the 33rd batch from all over the province of Palawan to receive the computer sets. After the awarding of computer units, an orientation for the school’s faculty staff was given by the computer specialists from Inforie.
The DCP wants to achieve the following objectives: to provide ICT packages to public schools that is responsive to the need of K-12, integrate ICT in the teaching and learning process, raise the ICT literacy of learners, teachers, staff and school head, improve computer to student ratio in the public school, and to improve the replacement cycle of ICT packages. Most and foremost, to lead the students in the new technology of life. With the theme “Your Systems Solution Provider,” the DepEd Computerization Program is currently giving these sets to accomplish their aim, which is to provide public schools with appropriate technologies that would enhance the teachinglearning process and meet the challenges of the 21st century. Ralph Gerard Valdespina
RNCHS clinches Science, Eng’g Quiz Bowl
After placing 2nd last year on the first-ever Science & Engineering Quiz Bowl, Helen Mae Padrones and her new team finally claimed the top spot in the second franchise of the competition which was held at The Legend Hotel Palawan on October 17. Grade 11-STEM student John Timothy Rex R. Pellina and Neil Clyde Bulalaque of Grade 9 -Mendeleev were the new members of the winning team who represented the Roxas Central District. The competition was hosted by the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineering-Palawan Chapter that also generously gave off the prizes for the winners and participants. The trio battled it out against 22 other teams all over the Division of Palawan, and answered 3 rounds of questions. With the score of 28, they managed to beat El Nido Del Sur and Taytay Central District who both scored 25. The two teams who tied continued to vie the second place and even stretched the competition into a sudden death, where Taytay Central
District knocked El Nido Del Sur out of the race. Roxas Central District received a printer and a computer set (monitor and CPU) with Php 6,000 cash prize. Taytay Central District got a projector with Php 4 ,000. While El Nido Del Sur received a LED TV and Php 2,000 cash prize. All teams who participated received Php 500 each. When asked about how they managed to nab the championship, the three of them said that it was a team effort. “We just did our best and try to answer the questions correctly,” Pellina said after winning the Quiz
Bowl. “We told each other not to care about our opponents’ scores, and not blame each other for the wrong answers, because that’s how a team should act,” he added. “We were shocked after seeing the results, because they only revealed the results at the end since there was a technical error in the middle of the competition. We were really happy and still won’t believe the results,” Padrones stating her amusement. “I hope we’ll be able to compete again next year, and defend our title,” she closed. Alexis Monique Pellina
THREE FOR THE WIN. The Trio Masters (in school uniform with medal) received their prize after winning the Top Spot in 2016 Science and Engineering Quiz Bowl. Photo credits: Palawan News
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Take duck, cover and hold more seriously - MDRRMC September 28, 2016 ̶ Roxas National Comprehensive High School (RNCHS) got criticized for their poor performance, as they once again participated in the yearly earthquake drill that has been held in the campus and its oval. Together with the Municipal Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Council (MDRRMC) Coordinator, Mr. Alfred Bagona, the Philippine Marines, Coast Guard, and Barangay Officials of New Barbacan led the RNCHS’ students, faculty and staff on completing the earthquake drill. The main objective of this activity is to instruct the students, as well as the teachers and staff, on what would they do before, during and after an earthquake. When the bell rang for a certain
period of time, the students must duck, cover and hold and must proceed to the RNCHS’ oval wellorganized and safely. But according to the evaluators of the MDRRMC they did not see the seriousness and the sincerity of the participants, especially the students because some of them were laughing during the earthquake drill. According to the facilitators, the students must take this seriously because even though they are here in Palawan that will not experience earthquake (because of the absence of fault line), they might still encounter this kind of scenarios if they would go in other places. Because of this, Mr. Alfred Bagona, promised that RNCHS will prepare more for the next earthquake drill and it will be well organized and serious next time. John Rex Gatchalian
SAFETY FIRST. The students actively participate in the simultaneous Earthquake Drill. These student evacuees are proceeding to the Basketball Court which serves as Evacuation Area. Photo credits: CJSL
Library observes new classification system
On June 13, 2016, Ms. Rovie R. Suanque, the RNCHS school librarian, has started to implement the new classification of books for the students to become advance on the use of the Dewey Decimal System. Dewey Decimal System is a classification system using decimal numbers which was introduced by Melvil Dewey in 1876. He used it to make the books easy to find. The first summary has ten main classes from 000 to 900 whereas
000 refers to Generalities, 100 to Philosophy and Psychology, 200 to Religion, 300 to Social Sciences, 400 to Language, 500 to Natural Sciences and Mathematics, 600 to Technology (Applied Sciences), 700 to Arts (Fine and Decorative Arts), 800 to Literature and Rhetoric, and 900 to Geography and History. The second summary, on the other hand, is divided into a hundred divisions and the third into a thousand sections. Call Numbers can be found at
TEN IS MY NUMBER. The current school library holdings are arranged accordingly with the use of Dewey Decimal Classification System. Photo credits: Eigappleton
Fire blast shocks the residents Fire blast shocked the residents of New Barbacan after burning down a family storehouse into thick, dark smoke, July 28. Kagawad Nick Pacho stated that the smoke occurred 3:30 in the afternoon and it attracted the attention of nearby passerby, bystanders and several barangay officials to come and take the fire out. “Ayon sa nakita namin ng mga kasama kong sina Kagawad Bacomo at Kagawad Sabando, nung una konti pa lang ang sunog, nung bandang huli bumilis at kumapal na ang usok kaya tumakbo kami dito. Tinulungan namin ang mga tao dito at mamaya’y dumating na rin ang firetruck. (As for what I and my fellow officials Kagawad Bacomo and Kagawad Sabando saw, the fire’s still small but swiftly grew producing thick smoke so we came here. We helped the other residents in taking the fire out, then later, the firetruck arrived at last.)”, stated by Kagawad Nick Pacho. Mrs. Edilenor Raya, a passing street vendor noted that after noticing the smoke and the running barangay officials, she sent her son to fetch the firetruck due to lack of contact. Present residents came and obtained water from a nearby reservoir of swamp water taking the fire out together from a safe distance. They tossed water on a nearby house owned by the same
family that owned the storehouse to avoid it from setting aflame. “Ang bilis nga! Nung naglalako ako wala pa yan halos diyan, di nga napansin ng may ari hanggang nagtakbuhan na ang mga opisyales. Parang yung bahay ang isinave nila. Binasa nila ng tubig kasi papunta doon ang hangin eh. (It was fast. When I was peddling, the fire seems like it was not even there at all, even the owner didn’t notice it until the officials arrived running. They saved the house by tossing water onto it because the air is going that way.)”, informed Mrs. Raya. It was known that the owner’s wife went sightseeing at the adjacent seaside and Pastor Cristitoto Tarre was out doing errands so there were no recorded casualties. After knowing that their storehouse of business items were set aflame, Pastor Tarre’s wife, Rebecca Tarre, became traumatized and assisted to calm down inside their house. In an interview of Pastor Tarre, he shared that after browsing the internet for possibilities, they learned that perhaps the stored epoxy added by the heat caused the fire blast. He said that he was thankful that no one’s harmed and that many neighbors came to help preserving their house by controlling the fire. Althea Kezh Arteza
the spine of the book. The first row indicates the class number, second row the author number, and third row is the copyright year. The library has four sections. The first one is the General Reference which includes Dictionaries and Encyclopedias, these books are not meant to be taken outside of the library. The second section is the Circulation section which contains books that have foreign authors. The third one is the Fiction and Periodicals section which includes fictional books such as novels that are arranged by the author’s last name. Periodical section is composed of books that were published by series or period. Lastly, the Filipiniana section wherein the books are authored by Filipino writers. The non-fiction books have their own call number and number order by subject. “It’s easier to find books using Dewey Decimal System,” said Ms. Suanque. Gail Manapat
Waste segregation, intensified
The Municipality of Roxas implements a Municipal Waste Management Program to take control the problem in pollution due to improper garbage disposal. As a support to this program, Roxas National Comprehensive High School (RNCHS) principal, Dr. Joel N. Gulane issued a school memo that was released on July 12, 2016. The school memo was distributed to all teachers and posted in the school bulletin boards to inform and also to encourage the students to be part of the said program. The school memo states that, all concerned teachers/ staff must observe waste segregation management to effect proper disposal of garbage, Non-biodegradable shall be recycled while biodegradable wastes shall be dumped in designated compost pit, all classrooms are expected to avail three (3) kinds of waste box/can, for bottles, yellow colored box/can, red colored box/can for plastics and green colored box/ can for papers and perishable. Lead advisers in every year level as well as the head teachers shall monitor the implementation of the order. In line with this, the school prepared a compost pit for biodegradables at the back of the science building near the bleacher. The period of the implementation is on August 2016. This program was instigated to take control of pollution and to take care of our environment as a responsible member of our community. May Karen Jungco
Pellina, Velarde win English contests John Timothy Rex Pellina of IX-STEM and VII- Einstein student Claire Velarde won the Spelling Bee and English Quiz Bee, respectively, November 11. In the elimination round of the Spelling Bee, the contestants were asked to spell 10 words. Out of 40 students who participated, 6 remained to continue in the competition. After spelling words in the Easy, Average, and Difficult rounds, Pellina was declared as the winner with 32 points, followed by Marie Aniza Adier of XI-STEM with 26 points, while Neil Clyde Bulalaque of IX-Mendeleev was the 3rd placer with 24 points. The Spelling Bee was then followed by the English Quiz Bee,
also with 40 participants. It has the same format, having 10 questions in the Elimination Round. 18 out of 40 remained. 2 participants were then eliminated after the Easy Round, 6 in the Average Round, leaving 10 contenders in the difficult round. In the end, Velarde was declared winner. John Rex Gatchalian of VII-Newton and Caleb Dacuan of X-Adelfa faced in a Clincher Round where the former succeeded and was declared 2nd place. The competitions were facilitated by the English Club, who will also give off the cash prizes and certificates to the winners and participants. Alexis Monique Pellina
Ricky Lee inspires Roxaseños through Lakbay Pelikula The Roxas Municipal Gymnasium was filled on August 26 by the teachers and students of Roxas National Comprehensive High School as the veteran film director Ricky Lee presented two of his award-winning motion picture at the 2016 Lakbay Pelikula. Anak, starring Claudine Baretto and Vilma Santos, was first presented followed by another work of Ricky Lee which is Himala featuring Nora Aunor that became popular and marked the heart of the Filipinos and the rest of the world. But the highlight of the said exploit was the presence of Ricky Lee himself entering minutes before Himala was done playing. After the movie, Ricky Lee said some inspiring thoughts on how he started writing and all the circumstances he faced telling the students to not give up on their dream. After that, autographs w e r e given by Ricky Lee to some of the lucky viewers w h o squeezed themselves to get to the awardw i n n i n g
scriptwriter. Some works of Ricky Lee such as Si Amapola sa 65 na Kabanata, Trip to Quiapo and Si Tatatang at ang Himala were given to the RNCHS library for the students to read specially the inspiring autographs by the author himself. Camille Golifardo
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RNCHS SHS launches first Entrepreneurs’ Day “The main purpose of this activity is to develop the senior high school students of RNCHS to be approachable, businessoriented, young entrepreneurs” uttered Mr. Kevin P. David, an Entrepreneurship instructor, during the Entrepreneurs’ Day held on October 20, 2016. The first ever Entrepreneurs’ Day of RNCHS was held at the MAVS Covered Hall. The Entrepreneurs’ Day was composed of the Senior High School students of Roxas National Comprehensive High School. The said activity is a part of the curriculum of the Senior High School. The event started with a short program hosted by Mr. Leo Andrew Diego and Ms. Charmaine Paulino. On the first part of the activity, 44 groups of young entrepreneurs put up a booth and prepared their products to be sold to the students, faculty and staffs of RNCHS. The business proposal presentation and defence, which was the second part of the activity, started at one o’clock in the afternoon. The panel of judges
consisted of Mrs. Maribeth Adier, Mrs. Josephine Arzaga, Ms. Vanessa Cañoping, Mrs. Joylyn Dangan, Mr. Kevin David, Mr. Leo Andrew Diego, Ms. Joy Gonzales, Mrs. Ana Liza Gutierrez, Mr. Ariel Lapian, Mr. Shakespear Macapili , Mrs. Arlene Naguiat, and Mr. Hernando Parangue. The Entrepreneurs’ Day was led by Mr. Kevin David and Mrs. Ana Liza Gutierrez, who were the Entrepreneurship instructors of the senior high students. This is for the experience of the students, not for fundraising”, Mr. Kevin David said during his opening remarks. “Time will come, these senior high school students will be one of the highest-paid entrepreneurs and this activity will be a big part of their success” he added. Mr. Joel Gulane, the school principal, together with the students, faculty and staffs, hopes that this activity will be held annually for the upcoming Grade 11 students of Roxas National Comprehensive High School.
Puerto Princesa City – School paper advisers and editors-inchief attended the Division Planning, Orientation, Workshop, and Updates
on Journalism at A & A Plaza Hotel and Convention Center, October 17-18. The planning oriented the
STUDENTS’ BUSINESS WORLD. The Senior High School students actively participate in the Entrepreneurs’ Day through business fair. Defends of the students’ business proposal is also part of the activity. Photo credits: IJ Vargas
Ingrid Joyce Vargas
PPC–Roxas transmission line Journalism Planning updates SPAs, EICs finished after 7 years
LEARNING THROUGH UPDATES. Mrs. Carol Joy S. Lagan (second from left: sitting position) listens carefully to the comments and suggestions given by Sir Ariel Toledo, training facilitator, for the improvement of the school paper. Photo credits: Austerlitz De Vera
Faculty, Staff Club welcomes new president
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Who was the first principal of RNCHS who served for 4 years before he died?
Who is the oldest teacher that still teaches in RNCHS at present? Luzviminda C. Nangit
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very first time on the position she felt nervous. “I know that my 10 years in working here is still not enough to make this organization a successful one. But I am confident that with the help of my skilled, brilliant and energetic colleagues; together with the ever supportive department heads, faculty and staff, I am pretty sure that everything will fall into place if not perfect but at least a little closer to perfect”. She also stated that her goal is to make a harmonious and good organization. She was elected the winner amongst her opponents – Mr. Warlyn P. Rodriguez, Mrs. Merylen O. Rodriguez, Mr. Edilberto Q. Gener, Mr. Roy Miraflores, and Mrs. Zenaida Sitchon. Glecy Paulite
Mr. George V. Macolor 1964-1967 Science Building
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How many teachers and staffs do we have here in our school?
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What is the highest peak of RNCHS? ACA Building
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How many principals were there before Joel N. Gulane? 3
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What is the first structure built in RNCHS?
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Whose teacher serves RNCHS the longest? Luzviminda C. Nangit
The RNCHS Faculty and Staff Club welcomes Araling Panlipunan Teacher I, Sidney Saldevia as their new President last June 20, 2016. Ma’am Saldevia was nominated by Sir Edilberto Q. Gener and voted by 28 Faculty Members to become a leader of the council. According to Ma’am Saldevia, the organization would be useless without the help of the members and every opinion, idea and suggestion matters a lot. “I believe that the organization is like a puzzle, if the one piece of it is lost it will not become a whole puzzle and it will be unattractive to others”, quipped the new president in her inspirational speech as the new head. She also admitted that at the
participants on the Pre-Division Schools Press Conference as the first and new activity in the history of the Division of Palawan’s schools press conference. “We are here to decide and finalize the schedules and activities for our first Pre-DSPC since participating schools are grouped into different clusters,” said Ma’am Nora Nangit, EPS In-charge of Journalism. As part of the preparation, the activity honored the expertise of the National Training of Trainors (NTOT) representatives namely Ma’am Leah Rondael, Sir Juribert Iligan, and Sir Ariel Toledo from Pulot NHS, Sofronio Española ES, and Narra NHS respectively as they facilitated and discussed on the trends and techniques in the contests set during schools press conferences. The CID Chief, Ma’am Aurelia B. Marquez, also graced and was present in the two-day activity. Questions and clarifications from the participants were raised during the final day as the facilitators critique the output of the participating schools in the workshop. CJSL
After years of delay-filled construction, the 111-kilometer stretch 69-kilovolt (kV) transmission line project of the National Power Corporation (Napocor) has finally been switched on, July 6, 2016. According to Napocor, the facility was completed for P154 million, which would provide consistent electricity source to thousands of homes in the province. “With the completion of the project, we now have a stronger transmission and a more reliable electricity for over 80,000 households, commercial and industrial establishments in portions of Puerto Princesa and Roxas,” said Napocor President Ma. Gladys C. Sta. Rita. Moreover she described this project as a “breakthrough” in providing more dependable electricity to the province and it was “a testament that anything is possible for people who look toward the same goal despite their differences.” The project was supposed to have four schedules, two were completed way back 2008, but the other 2 were suspended. “This project has been
stalled for seven years due to a legal deadlock on right-of-way issues. Upon my assumption as president in 2013, we revisited the case and found ways on how to push through with the project. With this success, residents will no longer rely on locally generated power,” Sta. Rita explained. The P154 million project has 378 steel towers that cover 24 barangays from Barangay Langogan, Puerto Princesa to Barangay Umalad, Roxas. With this, the Palawan backbone transmission now is consisted of three transmission line systems which connects the southern and the northern part of the province– the 80 km 69 KV Narra to Brooke’s Point, 90 km 69 KV Puerto to Narra, and the newly constructed 111km 69 KV Puerto Princesa to Roxas transmission line. Palawan Governor Jose Alvarez said that this will allow the province to maintain its reputation as the “Best Island in the World.” Napocor now prepares to extend further the transmission line to Taytay, then to El Nido, Palawan. Timothy Pellina
Mud-filled road strands residents
Residents and students recently faced challenges enroute to school, as the road of Brgy. New Barbacan gets sloppy and muddy. New Barbacan obviously doesn’t have the kind of road you would normally have. It’s not cemented, so when rain falls it gets muddy. And since a number of typhoons hit the province of Palawan, the heavy rainfalls caused the road to get muddier. Locals have been complaining about how sloppy the road have become. Transporting from one place to another became a hard task. Even tricycles and motorcycles were unable to cross or go through the muddy road. People from New Barbacan and other citizens of Roxas has been demanding construction of a new road or atleast for authorities to get the road fixed. Accordingtoauthorities,there have been no plans yet in cementing
MUDDY MADNESS. The students face difficulties in passing through the muddy road. Residents and passers by get the same problem in this road during rainy days. Photo credits: Karen Parangue
the road. The Local Government Units don’t have budget for the road improvement in New Barbacan. Fortunately, their plea has been heard for the drastic roads were fixed somehow. Authorities took action, covering puddles and muddy roads with soil and rocks.
Because of the help of the authorities and recuperating good weather, the situation of the road in a little bit better. It’s not cemented and far from the road people have been expecting, but it’s still a step forward for the road we have in mind. Khrisna Castro
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2016 District Scilympics
RNCHS adjudged champion
JUAN SCIENCE, ONE NATION. Gwen Arianne Recoco defends her SIP before the panel. Her team is adjudged champion in the competition. Photo credits: Evelin Latube
After competing brains to brains, RNCHS reigns in District Scilympics 2016, with the theme “Juan Science, One Nation” on September 27, 2016 at Roxas National Comprehensive High School.
Three schools from different districts competed in District Scilympics including San Jose Roxas National High School (SJRNHS), Abaroan National High School (ANHS) and Roxas National Comprehensive High School
(RNCHS). Five (5) competitions were organized; Ginoo at Binibing Kalikasan, Science quiz Bee, On the Spot Painting, E-can-omics (trash can making) contest, and Science Investigatory Project (SIP). Charlize Yvette Cantara
from RNCHS, grade 11 STEM won the “Binibining Kalikasan 2016” title and Keanu John Pelitro from RNCHS, grade 9 Mendeleev won the “Ginoong Kalikasan 2016”. In Science Quiz Bee competition, RNCHS got 3rd place on grade 7 science quiz bee, 3rd place in grade 8 science quiz bee, 2nd place in grade 9 science quiz bee and 1st place in grade 10 science quiz bee which is contended by Helen Mae Padrones from grade 10 Bill Gates, while in grade 11 science quiz bee only RNCHS got a competitor and was considered as champion. In “On The Spot Painting” competition, RNCHS got 1st place which is contended by Antonio Jose Escultor of Grade 11 – STEM. SJRNHS won 1st place in E-canomics, with RNCHS at 2nd place. In Science Investigatory Project (SIP) contest, RNCHS got all the places for Life Science team and individual SIP contest, also in Physical Science team and individual SIP contest. Ma. Theresa Panes
Guardians show off green thumbs in tree planting program “Itong ginagawa namin ay part ng aming advocacy ng cooperation with the community (This program is part of our advocacy of cooperation with the community),” said Kagawad Wenceslo F. Ignacio- current president of the Philippine Guardians Brotherhood, Incorporation (PGBI) Narra chapterabout the kasoy tree planting held on RNCHS grounds this August 19. “Eto po ay parte ng aming pagpapalakas, pagpapakita na ang brotherhood ditto sa Palawan ay aktibo at nagkakaisa. (We wanted to show how active and united the [PGBI] brotherhood is, here in Palawan).” Having traveled from Narra, the members of the PGBI made rounds in Aborlan and Puerto Princesa City before arriving in Roxas, along with a truckload of kasoy seedlings. Under the invitation of Principal Joel N. Gulane, former president of the Narra chapter of the PGBI, they initiated their Civic Action Program. Their Civic Action Program consists of donating blood to the Red Cross
PLANT FOR LIFE. Former Guardians Narra Chapter President Dr. Joel N. Gulane - alongside colleagues - planting trees on RNCHS grounds during his term as principal . Photo credits: Keisha Larrosa
Foundation, cleaning up coastal areas, cleaning cemeteries and joining in the local government units’ (LGU) activities. The PGBI’s next destinations are to go up Northern Palawan, to Taytay and El Nido to continue their Civic Action Program.
“Ginagawa namin ito simula noong 1987 pa, mga 28 to 29 years na ngayong September 10 (We’ve been doing this since 1987, about 28 to 29 years this September 10).” Kagawad Ignacio stressed the importance of responsibility and development, one of the key values of the PGBI.
RNCHS teachers receive heroic honors
THANK YOU, TEACHER. The students offer cards, flowers and chocolates to their teachers as signs of gratitude during the World Teachers’ Day Celebration. Photo credits: CJSL
Teachers of RNCHS got a whole day to relax and pamper as they celebrate the World Teachers Day with the theme “My Teacher My Hero” on the fifth day of October. In the morning, the selected
students from Grade ten and Grade eleven where given the job of teachers, while the teachers are enjoying the free services such as facial and foot spa, pedicure, manicure, massage, haircut and
etc. as the way of thanksgiving and appreciation to our beloved teachers. But before this special occasion, different organizations conducted a contest. The YES-O officers held a card making contest, Values Education Department’s bulletin board making, English department’s feature writing, Math department’s poster making, Filipino department’s song making contest and the silicans also conducted photo essay contest. In the afternoon, the Supreme Students government led the program, where principal Dr. Joel N. Gulane gave a remarkable and inpirational message. The program was the beauty pageant Missculado, where teachers got so much fun because of the students’ performances. After that, the students were given time to give their teachers greeting cards, flowers, chocolates and other gifts. Ma. Theresa Panes
“Yung camaraderie ng Guardians, eh nandiyan yan kasi mahirap maging seryoso palagi diba? (The Guardians has this camaraderie because it’s hard to always keep on a serious front),” Kagawad Ignacio commented on the easygoing and joking atmosphere of the Guardians while tree planting, cracking jokes and taking selfies. “Pag nagsamasama yan kami, masaya kami, para makalimutan yung mga stress sa trabaho. Pampagaan sa loob.” (Whenever we’re together, we end up joking around. It takes the stress of our day jobs and puts us at ease).” Helen Mae P. Padrones
EO on No Smoking Policy, only waiting for Duterte’s signature Smokers’ time puffing might get drastically minimized as the Executive Order for a nationwide smoking ban is waiting for Duterte’s signature to be implemented. This Executive Order is expected to be issued by the President within the end of November. The EO covers a tough nosmoking policy in all public places, outdoor and indoor. It will also take effect on drivers, conductors, and passengers of public transportations. As well as banning of electronic cigarettes or vape. “The No-Smoking policy being implemented in Davao will be also enforced across the country,” DOH Secretary Paulyn Jean Ubial said in an interview. Moreover, Ubial said that the department is planning on revising the Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003. In this way, the government will be able to strengthen tobacco control policies. This EO though, would not include sanctions for violators. Instead, it orders LGU’s to establish smoke-free taskforces and hotlines, so the violator could be identified. The penalties are up to the local government units for their implementation. Reportedly, 17 million people or one-third of Filipinos smoke, second highest on Southeast Asia next to Indonesia. That is why Philippines health campaigners who have proposed this regulation for a long time gladly welcomed this end for smoking. They said that smoking only kills the smoker, and people around him. Timothy Pellina
Campus journalists partake in International Coastal Clean-Up RNCHS journalists participated in the International Coastal Cleanup on September 17, cleaning up the beach and surrounding area from the Roxas Sea Port to Brgy. 4. Along with the other RNCHS student groups- YES-O, K-VEGCAP, Math, English, and Filipino clubs-and several Local Government Units and Non-
Government Organizations cleaned the beach by picking up and sweeping the non-biodegradable trash into sack bags and burning the biodegradables like dead leaves, all along the coast. The event started at 6:00 A.M. in the morning with the participants gathering at the Petron Gas Station. Rosalie Jane Perol
KEEPING THE COAST CLEAN AT ANY COST. The RNCHS Journalist together with some teachers work hand in hand in cleaning the beach during the Int’l Coastal Clean-Up. Photo credits: Darren Dagsalio
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ith only limited schools offering Senior High School in Roxas, it was presumed that RNCHS would serve as a melting pot of various students coming from other schools not only from Roxas, but from other municipalities as well. In fact, 1000 SHS students were expected to enrol in this school, but this expectation was cut to almost half since only 600 enrolled as Grade 11 this year. This might sound few for a moment since RNCHS is a big school, and it is likely to think that it can hold a mass of students; but as the saying goes, expectation is the mother of all frustration. When interviewed last year, Principal III Dr. Gulane stated that RNCHS is “SHS ready.” The morale of this statement was shown by how the institution offered all the strands in the Academic Track, and almost half of the strands in the Technical-Vocational Track. However, the first few weeks of the SHS students’ classes were held on the steps of the school stage. Some students roamed around the school premises due to irregular schedules, others even got bored waiting for their teachers, and some felt frustrated after knowing that they don’t have their teachers yet in some of their subjects; the twisted illustrations of the word “ready.” Not only SHS students experience these difficulties, but also those on Junior High School. Enthusiastic freshmen have classes under the school bleachers; Grade 8 students listen to their teachers in the MAVS covered court, where they can barely hear a thing; the Juniors have to learn their lessons along the campus pathway, and the Grade 10 students have to go home at 5:30 in the afternoon, since their classes start at 9:15. If asked if who really feels the discomforts on their everyday activities, the teachers are the ones who are carrying most of the hardships because of the unavailability of classrooms. They’re the ones who have to go up and down the bleachers, because it is where they teach; they’re the ones who have to search throughout the whole campus just to find a vacant room where to hold their classes; they’re the ones who have to sweat a lot because of the scorching temperature
of their teaching location; and they’re the ones who have to take their voices to its maximum volume so that the students will hear what they are teaching. The enormous number of enrolees this year for every grade level forced the school to have additional sections. This move limits each class to have only 40 students, which is passable with the
CAMPUS WATCH JOHN TIMOTHY REX PELLINA
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The Department of Education implemented the K to 12 Program which took effect 4 years ago, and this year is the welcoming of the Grade 11 pioneers. And just as the students, parents, and teachers are forcibly coping with this new curriculum, DedEd once again issued a new order. This order is the DepEd Order No. 36, s. 2016 which says that honors are only to be determined through the academic grades earned by a student.
ell, just like the K to 12 Program, this order also received different kinds of reactions to people residing on school establishments. Because of this order, teachers are forced not to maintain the grades of students who join extra-curricular activities, which means their grades are not safe if they are not present on class because of their contest, games, seminars, or campings. This consequence is the foremost reason why students are really not fond of this DepEd order. Instead of receiving rewards for representing the school, their grades will be placed in jeopardy. Although they will be awarded on recognition ceremonies, there is a possibility that a student might have lower grades because of his co-curriculars. And after receiving medals, certificate, and
recognition for their efforts, it’s still displeasing in a student’s perspective to excel on extra-curriculars, rather than on academics. This creates a major dilemma for students: to join extra-curriculars and make more efforts for academic studies; or just focus on the latter and not join fun, enjoyable, and experience-providing extracurriculars. For some, issuing this order is a win-win situation. On the end-ofyear rankings, there will always be students who have a high rank for their academic performance, but went down because of lack of co-curricular points. These are the students who don’t join activities outside school because of financial setbacks. As said before, this is a win-win situation for them, why? Because they don’t really have to think about financial things for contests; plus, it is an advantage
Philippines’ average number of students in class which is 35-50 (students per class). But this amendment comes another setback, the lack of teachers. Additional section/s for every year level means greater need of more teachers. Imagine a teacher handling 6 or 7 classes a day, with 40 students for each class. The number of individuals a teacher needs for them on rankings because it’s now pure academics. Sometimes extra-curriculars causes unfairness for students’ final rankings as well. For instance, one student won both a Debate Competition and a Quiz Bee, but at the end he/she will only receive a few points for that. Whereas joining Scouting Activities, or Collaborative Competitions, will give double or triple points to those who participated. Of course extra-curriculars measures a student’s ability to excel apart from academics, but on this matter, it is sad to see students joining individual contests receive less points, than those who joined team activities. For a parent’s standpoint, they would think of something like “Why should I still send my child to those competitions if his/her academic grades will be affected?” or “Why would I spend money for my child’s competition if it will not raise his/her final rank?”. This kind of thoughts would oblige some parents to not let their child join costly activities. Another downside is the school might not have the best representatives at Science and Math contests, sports events, seminars, and scouting activities. Why? Because the most capable students would rather protect their grades and not join those points-void activities. We really don’t know the reason why Luistro issued this mandate. Maybe he has good reasons. Or maybe he wants students to focus on reading books and understanding lectures. And just like for K to 12, we will also have to wait for the outcome DepEd Order No. 36, s. 2016; if it will be successful or not for the student’s, as well as the school’s achievements.
to interact everyday, each has his or her own special needs, and each has an issue to share in the class. But how can teachers know them well enough to address these issues? And although absent students might ease the hardship of the numerous children, teachers are watching out, they even add more headaches apart from the headaches
teachers suffer everyday. RNCHS is known of providing quality education to the students and for the quality graduates it produces every year. But how can the school with this legacy per se continue to sustain this calling and be known in its academic achievements if the problem on overcrowding continues to block the way? Overpopulation is the issue this school is currently facing, but ironically, manpower is mostly needed to counteract this hindrance. It is amazing how the faculty, staff, and students of RNCHS face difficult adjustments on classes with eagerness and positivity. With more teachers being hired, more classrooms underconstruction, and teaching materials being provided, gradually, maybe soon enough, the school of Roxas National Comprehensive High School might once again standout amidst the struggles and difficulties brought by the present education demands.
THE PRAWN June - December 2016 Volume 35 No. 1 The Official Publication of Roxas National Comprehensive High School,Roxas, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region
“We have no fright to write what’s right" THE PRAWN EDITORIAL STAFF SY 2016-2017
Editor-in-Chief: Helen Mae Padrones, Associate Editors: Camille Golifardo, Ryan Jay Padul Managing Editors: Althea Kezh Arteza, Ingrid Joyce Vargas, Charlize Yvette Cantara, John Timothy Rex Pellina News Editors: Zien Avryl Sitchon, May Karen Jungco Feature Editors: Gail Shairah Manapat, Rosalie Perol, Shaina Cora Solitario Sci-Tech Editors: Aniza Adier, Kate Adora Garnado, Casimer Jan Delos Reyes. Theresa Panes, Christian Huera Sports Editors: Jovance Sotta, Charles Jumari Cantara, Elijah Base Lay-out Artists: Jacinth Jungco, Darren Roi Dagsalio, Christine Fresnillo Photo Journalists: Ofelia Rodriguez, Geah Aumenta, Keisha Larrosa, Jebelen Tingne, Ralph Valdespina Cartoonists: Antonio Jose Escultor, Ronnie Gandeza, Roma Beronio, Andrea Bungalso, Jason Maverick Serencio Contributors: Jason Manantan, John Rex Gatchalian, Meja Mahilum, Glecy Paulite, Riezl Manapat, Jolina Borres, Angel Talde, Alexis Pellina, Franz Rodriguez, Trishia Mae Montero, Khrisna Castro, Karen Parangue, Jomerie Manga CAROL JOY S. LAGAN RENIA C. SALDEVIA Advisers RAFAELITA F. RODRIGUEZ Head Teacher V
JOEL N. GULANE, Ph. D. Principal III
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Jason MAVERICK SERENCIO
Self-Discipline: Key to Success
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egregation of biodegrable to non-biodegrable ones is the solution of the Student Supreme Government (SSG) to the rising problem of proper waste disposal on our campus.This project showed good responses with regards of the students’ discipline,
which is the main focus of the SSG. Some of the students learned how to segregate their trash and dispose it properly. Each class section even have three kinds of garbage bin; the biodegradable, nonbiodegradable, and the recyclable. But the main setback of this project is that the holes dug behind
“Should SSG continue this burning for the sake of the students’ discipline? Or should they think of a new project that would benefit both the students’ health and the environment?”
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OPINION
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new released mobile app entitled ‘Pokémon GO’ has been a trend these past few days in all age-preferably students--all over the world. Developed by Niantic, the said app is downloadable and playable in both Android and iOS. Using the phone’s Global Positioning System (GPS), the player must travel around in the real world to catch Pokémon, defeat other players and take over Gyms in Gym battles since this is an Augmented-reality and locationbased game. This is probably one of the most successful and out-of-this-world ideas that has a major impact in the gaming world, which may result on arising of the new era of gaming. But have you ever questioned yourself once, does this game convey good effects or can it maybe have bad effects to you as a student? Have you ever thought if the whole game can give benefits or can it cause detriments to you? Or have you ever asked yourself if this game could be a boon or bane to us students? There are people who acknowledged and admired the game based on its creativeness and its whole theme. This game is a good exercise to people who are just sitting around playing video games and to people who are prying their mobile phones surfing in the internet and will act as if they would die if you would separate them from their gadgets. Because of playing this game, people are not just only playing a bland Pokémon game but they are also working-out since this game also involves walking and running around the city to catch a Pokémon. Compared to other online games, they only require interactions and connections with the other players through chat or messages, unlike Pokémon GO that it involves playing together with other players personally since this game is also a massive multi-player game. This only proves that this game not only benefits gamers’ physical attributes for it also had good effects to gamers’ social attributes. But together with the game’s success, loads of comments and critiques had also popped-up. Some people that have already played the actual game and others who
the bleachers where biodegrable “nabubulok” trashes are burned. Months after the project was executed, problems already appeared. Students are extremely bothered whenever the trashes are burned due to the smoke it produces. Other than the disturbing smell, inhaling a small amount of this toxic greenhouse gas could cause respiratory diseases like pneumonia, tuberculosis, bronchitis and other illnesses, which are life-threatening to the people of RNCHS. The idea of separating trash according to its type is good as it is. It doesn’t require a large amount of budget; it is student friendly, and easy to do. But on the other hand, it could cause diseases and contribute to the mounting amount of ozone depletion Should SSG continue this burning for the sake of the students’ discipline? Or should they think of a new project that would benefit both the students’ health and the environment? It’s inevitable to leave our trash unwarily; it’s just a drop of self-awareness and proper implementation to succeed in keeping our environment clean. But in order for it to happen, it requires effort and self-discipline, since change will always start within us, ourselves.
TECH SAVVY RYAN JAY PADUL
Pokémon Go-ing ‘round the bend observed people playing Pokémon GO criticized the said game. These people see a major and massive flaw in the game, ‘distraction’ some would say and describe the said game. This is a distraction to people of all ages. One of the examples here is students. Some students played Pokémon GO as if it is their number one priority. Instead of making assignments and projects and reviewing their lessons in weekends to catch up with the lessons of the class, they would catch Pokémon instead. It is not only the students’ weekends are affected but also their after school hours’ schedules. Some students would even go out of their houses late at night not even worried on the consequences that their actions would bring; instead of them catching Pokémon, they would be the ones who will be caught by curfew watchmen. For unemployed people or to those who don’t have stable income even if they already have a diploma, the excuses were that they would only play Pokémon Go in their “idle” time some would say. These kinds of people should stop being immature, they should find a stable and decent job instead of just sticking on that dream of a seven year-old child of being a “Pokémon Master.” In that way these people should by now bragging on their parents for having their first pay-check instead of showing-off their strong Pokémon to Grade School Students. This game has two effects after all, it has benefits and also has detriments. As an individual, knowing your limitations and
boundaries is an effective way to notice the difference between what is right to what is wrong. It must not only imply to you but also to the other people around you. Students should also know their priorities in their everyday lives. It is normal to have fun playing this game, but in addition to that, we must also maintain/excel our performance in academics. As for the social and physical benefits of the game, does this game really necessary for you to just exercise? Do you really need to play this game for you to say ‘Hi!’ and ‘Hello!’ to another person? No, we can achieve these even if Pokemon GO doesn’t exist; it’s a matter of choice and making decisions. It is we who tells us what to do with our lives and not the game, you play Pokemon GO, don’t let Pokemon GO plays you.
SPEAKING OUT
helen mae padrones
Take a break, break some legs “A piece of paper does not dictate what you can do with your life, only in what direction you can steer it to.”
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ue to the application of the K to 12 system, some college students have opted to take a year off to work temporary jobs instead of applying to college, otherwise known as a sabbatical. Taking a sabbatical means that you consciously put attaining the higher level of education on hold in order to work- either to support your family in a financial crisis, to add work experience in your resume, or to just take a year off to reflect on your life choices and make a decision on which course of your life will take. Even though there is a twoyear gap of a fresh wave of college enrollees, that does not mean that there is a complete lack of it. Dropouts, out-of-school youth, and, indeed, people who have chosen to take a sabbatical, are the new college enrollees of the school year 2016-2017. It is a prime time for them to catch up on school work without having to worry about the social anxiety that comes with going to school with younger, more financially stable or secure students. Some, however, chose to take a sabbatical this year instead, taking advantage of the year gap. It is a necessary for some families- whose usual four year plan of checking which of their children graduates from high school or college
and gets a job earlier to help support the family- that has a wrench thrown in their plans by the K to 12 system. For others, it is a time for finding oneself, to help make a difference in the world, or to maximize on their strengths and work on their weaknesses before going out into the frantic and ever-busy job market with a lot more under their sleeves than just a Bachelor’s degree. Taking a break from school to work on life isn’t a bad thing. While getting a National Certificate is a requirement for most of the jobs on the market, it doesn’t make anyone lesser for it. Higher level of education is a construct, and college is optional. A piece of paper does not dictate what you can do with your life, only in what direction you can steer it to. Education is not confined to the parameters of a classroom- true learning is everywhere, in every experience you make. You are not too old or too young, you are not too abled or too hindered- there is nothing stopping you from doing what you want and working what you get in life. Take a break, and break some legs. With God at your side, anything is possible, and schoolingtrue education- will always follow you no matter what path you take. There is always a lesson to be learned, either in the textbook or by the work you toil with your hands.
Dear Beloved RNCHS Family, The beginning of every school year ignites another hope to dream bigger and work harder. I am so grateful to the Almighty that you are always at my side, continuously giving your unyielding support to the aspirations of the school. We may not have reached this far if not because of you. As we go along with the 21st century, a lot of improvements have made which clearly define our desire to take our visions to reality. It is imperative that we should always do our best to get the best result as well, giving most importance to the development of the students to become 21st century learners whose values and competencies will enable them to realize their full potentials and contribute meaningfully in building the nation as a humane society. To every member of the community, the stakeholders, my beloved teachers and students, may you never run out of passion to support our mission to bring positive change and reach our dreams of success. Let us work hand in hand and be united by one vision. In all these circumstances, let us not forget to put our trust in the Lord that He will lead us to the right path. Dream bigger and soar higher, RNCHSians! Dr. Joel N. Gulane
OPINION Beyond the
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Strengthening freedom of information through campus journalism “This is why the Information Age should be the birth of responsible campus journalists. To become real torch bearers, truth-telling must be fulfilled.”
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ournalism is one of the most efficient outlets of “openness.” It is a tool that updates readers on how to keep up with the changing technology and understand the mindset of the public through different journalistic endeavours and approaches. Proper management and sharing of information held on individuals inside the campus need support from the
school paper. While campus journalists are considered as torch bearers shedding light on issues, they sustain advocacy on social consciousness and environmental awareness. The school paper serves as an eye for the readers to see what is happening in the school and to guard the right of the young ones. It informs the community of its work
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and makes known its achievements. It also helps in unifying the institution and enhancing the cooperation between the parents and the teachers. The Prawn has been disseminating information to RNCHS for thirty five years. It has acknowledged worthwhile student accomplishments and achievements, recorded important school events and educated the RNCHSians about certain issues such as bullying, premarital sex, drugs, peer composition and proper studentteacher relationships. Through this, the parents and everyone in the school are informed about the events inside and outside of the school campus. These show that the application of the real functions of campus journalism in the community can be seen visibly which are to provide the necessity of information and to advocate better living condition and the common good. As everyone has the right to access information, it also carries our freedom to justice. And this is why the Information Age should be the birth of responsible campus journalists. To become real torch bearers, truth-telling must be fulfilled. They should help open the minds of students to the situation not only on campus but also in society as a whole.
“Why would justice be denied to those who rightfully deserve it?”
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ith the rise of Duterte’s administration is the rise of death of many drug pushers, drug users and even innocent people. Compared to 3,257 extrajudicial killings committed during Marcos’ dictatorship, there were 805 drug-related fatalities from when Rodrigo Duterte emerged winner of the presidential election, May 10 to August 12. It was said that when this rate proceeds, number of extrajudicial killings during the Duterte administration will supass the percent of killings committed during the 14 years of Marcos dictatorship by 700 percent. The goal to eradicating drugs including its users and pushers in our country is admirable knowing the benefits it bestows not only to citizens but also to foreigners who as well desire peace, order and safety.
Why would justice be denied to those who rightfully deserve it? Even so, is it suitable to end one’s life due to their wrong doings? Is it enough to upturn something illegal to legal? It is one’s right to change and receive a second chance whatever their past may hold but it is refusing justice to those people whose lives are ruined and even lost. Punishment bestowed to those who did wrong brings justice to those who became victims, but a second chance was held back, rights have been turned a blind eye and a life of someone said to cause this would be lost in a gunshot. Everyone deserves a second chance but everyone should know their boundaries and consider the consequences to their chosen actions.
Dear Editor, Hello! I’ve heard about the rumors that those who join school-related extra-curricular activities aren’t recognized as excused? I wanted to join a club but some of the activities would have taken up a good chunk of my schedule and I really can’t afford to let my grades drop right now just to participate. Even though I really, really want to. What to do? Concerned Student Dear Concerned Student, Hello to you as well!Yes, the memorandum stated that the points garnered for extra-curricular activities aren’t counted for the student’s final rankings, but I’m fairly certain that some have taken up extra-curriculars just because they wanted to. If you really, really want to join, then try to set another portion of your schedule for making up for the tests you missed. Not all teachers would allow you to skip a class without making up for it. The Editor
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Helen Mae Padrones
Change is coming, bring out your bills “While the President’s drive to take the initiative should be a habit taken on by the youth, the dissenting manner in which it is presented shouldn’t be.”
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hange is coming,” is the phrase that is the soul of current President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration. Indeed, he has won the election through promises to rule with an iron fist and a no-nonsense attitude- one that he has demonstrated within a week of him being President-elect, and on his first day of service as President. Indeed, headlines abound every major news network about successful (though always bloody) drug raids, day after day, night after night. However, there are some that are concerned that President Duterte’s aggressive actions may be a decidedly bad influence on the youth leaders. To some, his leadership maybe a welcome change from the previous administration’s efforts. After all, the “Daang Matuwid” agenda had made many headline-worthy wrongs and small unremarkable rights. Making a sweeping declaration of immediate a c t i o n would be a surprising follow-up. Previously unheard of, especially in a country where real changes only
happen when the next election is around the corner. But there are also a number of dissenting voices who have a bone to pick with the current administration, particularly his vulgar language on national television, hints of authoritarian rule, and the decision to bring back the death penalty. While the President’s drive to take the initiative should be a habit taken on by the youth, the dissenting manner in which it is presented shouldn’t be. Even if President Duterte is asking for a separation of church from the state, the Philippines basic mentality is still rooted in morals, Catholicism or otherwise. The coming change might be welcome, but as is always, it is better to have things in moderation. And why worry about the future that the next generation will bring? The next generation of leaders are smart enough to navigate the world through their phone screens and learn from their mistakes and everyone else’s. Even children think for themselves, and have minds enough to deduce what is right and what is wrong and what is the Greater Good. The future may be hard, but youth leaders are bringing picks. As for now- with the future still far away and pencils are just being removed from their sharpeners- we are content to post “MY GOD, I HATE DRUGS” memes on social media as a form of rebellious yet subtle political statements.
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What kind of Attention?
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t seems that the population of RNCHS is directly proportional to the amount of violence and gang fights. This year’s cases have worsened compared to last year. Gangs have officially graduated from fist fights in the RNCHS oval to knives and throwing big rocks at each other. Needless to say, fist fights were alarming enough. Since innocent people who are just passing by might be caught in the crossfire, this is the very reason that students cannot go out of the school premises to go home early until the fight is resolved outside the school campus. Happenings like this give paranoia and fear to many people specially the students in the lower years, which lead into a negative outcome for the students fighting. For
example, some parents nowadays do not allow their children to walk home and bond with their friends because any second any fight would blow off. And considering the fact that participating and doing dangerous exploits would only cause nothing but injuries and pain to oneself, both physically and mentally. So, seeing the outcomes of violent fighting, one may wonder why students participate to it. These problems had cause headaches to many teachers and guidance counseling is now in demand. Reasons turned out that the other group started the fight or they were just doing some traditions. Denying is the best way to hide this, but the truth is they just want to gain attention. Whatever it is, the main reason that they do it is because they
are sad inside. And the attentions they are getting are wrong. If they would just do better in school and focus on their studies to get high grades, then realization will hit that attentions given because of good deed are way better than the bad ones.
“The population of RNCHS is directly proportional to the amount of violence and gang fights.”
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By Helen Mae Padrones
owever, this stands to be one of the only times an actual villain did something bad in this movie, for what Harley and the other villains did during this movie is to save the world.
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Being a gay for a reason is not bad if it means bringing happiness to my fellow RNCHS students.” Jever Lutas stated during his interview after his crowning moment in the first ever Missculado 2016.
It is indeed an unconventional superhero movie- one wherein there are no superheroes and the world has turned so grim and dark that the government resorted to hiring high-profile crooks and murderers to save the world. Suicide Squad is a fun watchit features all the seriousness and political themes found in your typical superhero movie and nicely ties up the DC universe. Superman’s death is referenced all throughout the movie, and the way the governments deal with the ‘metahuman problem’ (e.g. super-powered human beings like the Flash and illegal aliens like Superman) ultimately sets up the following storylines of the DC movie verse. And while the plot is not everyone’s cup of tea, and some of the advertised characters barely get any lines (Killer Croc and Katana, despite the amount of advertising, were put in the background of Harley Quinn and Deadshot snarking and the Joker’s seven minutes of screentime), the movie holds a certain appeal. After all, the villains ended up looking out for each other, albeit they needed to do this under the threat of the world ending. Who knows? They just might be the #squadgoals everyone in the superhero universe has been aiming for.
Filipino’s had been known for their happiness and bringing happiness to each other. RNCHS indeed proved this after the entertaining exploit Missculado 2016. The approving howls of RNCHS students echo around the MAVS court as the male candidates show off their Miss Universe-worthy walks. It was headed by the SSG officers and was interspersed along with the program for World Teacher’s Day. Volunteer students from Grade 10 and 11 joined the said event. Kimbert
“Kimberta” Bolohabo as Number 1, Kenneth Fra Candidate Number 2, Jep as Candidate Number 3; all from Grade 10-Bougain Kevin Carolino of 10-Pr candidate number 4, Jeffre of 10-Camia as Candidate N lastly, Jever Lutas of GAS Candidate Number 6. Like any other pagea has various awards. Th Casual Wear gained by Lutas as Best in Sportswea nabbed the Best in Teache and the Creative Gown A given to Orceo. The speci include Best Production was won by Francisco, Car the Darling of the Crowd Congeniality was Beltran. The contestants’ int were tested critically as the to the Question and Answe The judges asked them hil tough questions like “If become a sanitary necess you rather become a tissue o Why?” and also “If you’ll 3 strands of hair left, would it to be located far from e or located together? And w Lutas winning answer the question “If you’ll be hardest coconut falling fro whose teacher’s head do
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Nanay, Tatay, gusto kong tinapay. Ate, Kuya, Gusto kong kape” Nobody would be able to resist singing that song especially for children and students who play this game a lot. But this story is not about the song. It’s about the concept of the song. A family. The Mosaso family. The Mosaso family is a kingdom composed of the King Sir Rodolfo and Queen Ma’am Meriam, with their prince Royd Joseph and their princesses Rhoda May and Ronia Melecia. So here’s the deal. Their family is not like the other royal family. They don’t have a people to rule, servant to order and wealth that never ends. But the prince
and princesses don’t mind instead they excelled on their own ways that make the King and Queen proud. The oldest, Rhoda May was encouraged to be a veterinarian because the King and Queen thought that there few veterinarians in Roxas. Royd Joseph, which is the second, wanted to study medicine but unfortunate the king and the queen can’t support and being practical that he and his older sister can share a house, he followed his sister’s footstep. The youngest, Ronia Melecia excelled in Math and Science so growing up she didn’t depart from it, she studied Math and Science teaching. Ronia Melecia is also a dancer.
All of them studied at University of the Philippines Los Baños but Rhoda May, continued on Cavite State University. The Queen, Ma’am Mosaso said that it’s hard to support them financially especially in enrolment because their school doesn’t accept instalments. After they graduated, money is still a problem in reviewing for board exam, taking it and for oath taking so it resulted in many credits. Years and years have passed, and the King and Queen hardships began to pay off because the prince and the princesses graduated. Rhoda May graduated Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and so is Royd Joseph. Ronia Melecia graduated BS in Math and Science Teaching. All of them passed the board exam except Ronia Melecia who is scheduled this coming march. “When they graduated, I was so happy. It was worth it, the hardships and all. It’s like an investment that totally worked. I’m so proud” Ma’am Mosaso said. But even though the prince and princesses achieved these honor, they still want to help their parents. So, they started to work. Rhoda May works at the Pet Worders Veterinary Clinic in San PedroLaguna. Dr. Royd Joseph works at the extension Veterinarian YCP farms in Lipa City, Batangas and Roma Melecia is a substitute Teacher in Phil. High School for the Arts in Makiling Los Baños, Laguna. “Despite of all the hardships and struggles, it didn’t stop me and my family especially my children to achieve their dreams” the queen said. She also sent an inspiring message to all the princes and princesses out there. “Keep reaching your dreams. As long as there is a king and queen to support you, you can always do it.”
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They were once nomadic, moving from place to place. But through time, they learned to settle in small villages. Despite constant interaction with people, they still value their culture and traditions. Barangay Caramay in Roxas, Palawan has been a haven for some bataks. People in the barangay have learned to embrace the presence of these so called “mountain people”, helping them in the best ways they can. As they let their world turn with the society, they have also realized the value of education. As a matter of fact, one of their own successfully graduated from Nanabu Indigenous
Peoples Elementary School at Interior Caramay, Roxas, Palawan and is now pursuing his college education at Remnant Christian College in Aborlan, Palawan. Another graduate from Tagnipa Elementary School is now a teacher at Balai ya Page Adalan Kat Mga Katutubo Elementary School. This milestone marks a very significant chapter in the history of the tribe. It might be the beginning of a brighter future ahead of them. The beautiful culture and traditions of the batak remain intact despite threat of modernity. Every February, they hold a week of tribal camp or what they call “Daus” which is actively participated in by batak
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to fall into? And why?”. He wittily chose Mr. Shakespeare Macapili’s head (one of the judges of the competition), which causes enormous laughter from the audience. He then added that if that coconut breaks, Mr. Macapili would then be able to use the insides of it to use it in his beauty regimen. All contestants had given their best and wanted to bring home the crown but, of course, only one can win and that is Lutas who conquered the pageant along with the 1st runner up Orceo, and 2nd runner up Bolohabo. Even though the others didn’t won the crown they went home with smiles which they definitely painted everyone else’s faces, specially the teachers. (-gail, phia, jhols)
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obody would be able to resist eating Streetfoods. With its tempting smell and juicy appearance would make anyone cringe and crave for it. But of course, eating Streetfoods has only its own risk. Here are some tips on how to have a full and healthy tummy.
Make sure your hands are clean. It’s better to have an extra protection in your bag such as sanitizers and alcohols. These small shields won’t cause big bulges and protect you at its best. Make sure the vendor’s hands are clean. Observe the vendor. If your hands are clean but the vendor’s is not. Then it’s still useless. Just check if they wear gloves or they wash their hands, it’s a yes. If they use the same hands to get money and food, it’s a big no no!
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espite grasp of the modern an, specifically Babuyan, ay and Buayan. Their exact l attributes, scientists assume housands of years ago. students, parents, community, and some guests. The camp is held in the middle of the forest where the young are taught to hunt for food, build shelter, and perform rituals. Passing the origin of the tribe’s life on to the next generation is very crucial since their race is feared to disappear in the future. Their strong desire to sustain the unique identity of their line is truly worth admiring. The batak might have had the realization that this life is not just about learning to hunt and build houses, but it’s more of building bridges of communication and reaching out with the world outside. Thus, learning new things create opportunity for them to
build better hopes and dreams. They may have learned to stand on their own in this new world, but we can’t just let them travel alone. As long as there will always be people out there willing to help, they will never be out of way. As we live in the present, may we not forget that behind the trees, there is still humanity waiting to be reached out. These people who have been very important pieces of our origin ought to be valued and appreciated. Let us keep our lines open for them to see not just a glimpse of the world, but more of it.
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Observe stall’s hygiene. It’s an easy way to follow since from the first look of it you can decide if it’s clean or not. Just a tip, look for the distance of food and garbage cans. You don’t want t o end up eating foods that is beside the trash can. Look for their water source. This might be a tricky part because simply asking them can make them deny it. But still, you need to look for their water source. Once you seen that they get their water from those blue rectangular prism that has green or blue faucets, there’s a 70%% their water is clean. Watch out for flies! Flies are carriers of diseases. So it’s not healthy to eat food that is infested by flies. Did you know that single bacteria can multiply 1 million times per hour? Imagine that. If the fly has at least 15 bacteria or maybe more in its feet and even though it doesn’t take an hour before the food is bought, it can cause a serious amount of bacteria. And lastly: Check for the temperature. Hot foods should remain hot and cold foods should remain cold. Because temperature change may cause the bacteria to be immune and grow. The phrase “Prevention is better than cure” is a wellknown phrase because of its important message to anyone. Streetfoods may be cheap and delicious but disregarding health because of it is not an excuse.
aking up early seems to be a problem no more, now that our classes start at 9:15. Mom’s vocal chords are having its best time resting, since she doesn’t need to shout multiple times just for me to wake up. I now prepare for school 7:45 in the morning, which was the time of my second period last year. I move around the house freely and no pressure of getting late. It’s kind of weird since the Junior High Students are having recess by the time I step inside the campus. The path to our first period room is a challenge since I have to pass through crowded corridors. While walking, I can see my fellow Grade 11 batch mates preparing for classes on their classrooms on MAVS court (that was divided into 6 sections). Reaching our classroom was sort of exhausting; it’s like walking on faraway schools featured on Rated K. Because of the lack of classrooms this school year, our classroom was the Multi-Purpose Building that was supposed to be a hall for special occasions. The way to my class is muddy, long, and steep (because it’s like climbing a hill). We have two classes in the morning, that is why I feel pity for my classmates who goes home after morning classes; they just arrived on school but goes home immediately. If you think us SHS, feel at ease on our morning schedules, it’s a different story in the afternoon. We have six classes; six rigorous and continued classes, without break or recess. That is why it’s like a thorn was plucked when we have vacant classes. O u r first period class is on the MAVS court, which is the main classroom of other Grade 11 strands. Because I’m always late, I get stand at the back because the chairs are limited. The view at the back is pretty interesting, I can see pairs of my classmates struggling to stuff their butts in one chair, some sit on the desks of the armchair, while some are only
By John Timothy Rex Pellina 12 inches away from our teachers since they lean on the podium where our teacher is discussing. Her discussion sounds like it’s on its minimum volume, or maybe it’s just what it sounds like to me; all I can hear are the shouts from other classrooms, teacher’s telling them to keep quiet, and conversations of people passing by. I feel sympathy for my teacher, I really do. She gives so much effort on discussing her lessons, but it’s still not enough for us at the back to hear. The whole afternoon is draining, and finishing 3 classes is like finishing halfway of a marathon. We get to go home 7 in the evening, because our last period teacher loves teaching so much. Once I get home, I immediately eat my dinner which I was looking for the whole afternoon. I do my assignments and projects which I finish sometimes until 1 am; but I don’t feel stressed anymore because my class tomorrow is still 9:15 in the morning.
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Six dangerous outcasts, one impossible heist. Teenaged murderers and thieves attempt a rescue mission with the promise of 30 million at the end if they succeed. That is, if they don’t succeed in killing each other first. A simple gateway into Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows that goes beyond heart’s content as cliffhanger pages were turned only to be digging deeper to what lies within the novel. What sets it apart from other young adult books on the shelf is its bluntness- it is recommended for those 16 and above because Six of Crows does not shy away from describing torture scenes, the reality of slavery and ram-
pant racism. The eponymous six protagonists also account for diversity. To wit, they have two people of color, two openly-disabled characters, and all are orphans who have either faced abandonment or had no choice but to leave their families. Six of Crows is a heist novel with unique characters and an enthralling story. The relationships and backstories of major characters are forged in a way that they seemed to be real life people living peculiar lives amongst nefarious streets. It opens readers’ minds to different facets of real hardships conveyed in a manner of cliffhangers and twists in the lives
of the characters. The reason behind who the major characters are in the present course of the story and how these affected them as the course of time continues along the turn of pages, these all added to the well-being of the story.
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A picture can paint a thousand words. Yes! But what if words are put in pictures? Won’t they be more expressive and interesting? In this modern world where communication usually exists online, there could be no way that you haven’t seen “memes” while browsing on your Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram accounts. What is a meme? A meme is defined as being short for the Greek word ‘mimeme’ which means “imitated thing”. It began in the 1970’s by a man named Harry Frees (who took photos of his cats and made them into greeting cards) and today it has spread like wildfire. What’s in a meme? Memes can be photos, gif’s, videos, pieces of text, and image macros (line of text about picture and punchline beneath). Memes are the new groundbreaking ideas which behave like virus, traveling from person to person quickly through social media. Why are they so patok? Most probably because they can express every emotion one wishes to put across. For instance, someone who doesn’t have the nerve to tell that he likes someone may finally express it through memes. Being on social media has become a part our day and night routine. It may be fun living in the world of memes and hugots, but there is never better than living in the real world.
nce the bell rings for recess, hundreds of feet race each other to the foodcourt, canteen and food stalls for one reason; food. Filipinos have been fond of foods, evidence are the numerous food stalls and restaurant who serve both Filipino and foreign cuisines. One of the types of food that caught both local and travelers eye are Streetfoods. Literally, food sold on the streets where you can choose on variety of fried and grilled foods on a stick and dip it on sauce of your choice. Here in RNCHS, the foodcourt serving these foods are sure hit. One of the famous Streetfoods is fishballs. The combination of fish meat and cornstarch that turns into golden color when dipped into the hot cooking oil. For five pesos only, you already have 5-10 fish balls in a cup or stick topped with either a sweet or a spicy sauce. Another one is Kwek Kwek, these street foods are hard boiled eggs with an orange colored batter coating and cooked deep fry. Another version of it is Tukaneneng, to which they use quail eggs instead of chicken eggs. These foods are served with the same sauce as he fishball or ypu can choose to top it with vinegar and salt. Barbecue, these are marinated chicken and pork parts, speared in bamboo sticks and grilled. Barbeque varieties include Betamax (dried chicken or pork blood), Adidas (chicken feet), Helmet (chicken head), and Isaw (chicken intestines). The chicharon however are
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cracklings made from different parts of chicken and pig. They are seasoned and deep fried. Just the smell of these cracklings would make you want to buy it. Chicharon street foods include Chicken Skin (made from the skin of the chicken), Chicharong baboy (from pork rind), Chicharong Bituka (from chicken and pork intestines) and Chicharong bulaklak (from Pork Omentum). The bananacue, these foods are the Saba variety of bananas that are coated with caramelized sugar, deep fried and speared to bamboo sticks. Another version of it is kamotecue, which is kamote instead of banana. One of Filipino’s favourite street foods is Balut. This street food is thought to be an aphrodisiac. Balut is a hard boiled duck eggs with developed embryo inside. Once you
opened the egg, you may top it with vinegar or just pure salt then sip its amniotic fluid first before the other parts. Another one of it is Penoy, which is an immature Balut because there is no embryo of the duck inside. Taho is a snack food made from fresh soft tofu and sago pearl. It’s very sweet because of the caramelized sugar that comes with it. Just recently, CNN named Manila as one of the greatest street food cities in Asia, wherein it stated in its article that Manila is “a city filled with street food options”. The Philippines entirely is a haven for street foods. Why? Not only it is cheap, but it is also found in almost every corner and of course, delicious!
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Diwata-1 draws praises for producing good quality images
Roxas shows signs of Newcastle disease
DIWATA-1’S WORLD-BEST. This graphic compares two RGB images of Dumingag on the island of Mindanao, Philippines. Image (a) was taken by the HPT installed in DIWATA-1, while image (b) was taken by Landsat 8’s OLI. These results demonstrate that DIWATA-1 can observe the earth at significantly higher resolutions than existing large satellites. (Photo and caption from: Hokkaido University)
The Philippines first microsatellite Diwata-1 received recognitions from researchers for providing “world-best” images. The Hokkaido University of Japan published pictures sent in by the Diwata-1 on September 21. They compared it with the American Earth observer ‘Landsat 8’, and noticed significantly better quality of the ones captured by Diwata-1. “The high Precision Telescope (HPT) installed in Diwata-1 has successfully captured images with
Jacinth Jungco, Beah Mikaela Parangue and Althea KiezhArteza, senior researchers of Roxas National Comprehensive High School proposed an affordable organic solution for hydroponic farming, a system of agriculture that utilizes nutrient-laden water rather than soil for plant nourishment. They aim for good alternative for costly commercial hydroponic solution which can ease the problem on the production of food. Banana Peelings, Guso(variety of Seaweeds), Papaya leaves and Fish gills were used as the main components in the Organic Hydroponic Solution. According to them, the minerals, nutrients, potassium and antibacterial property present in the organic constituents anticipate the needs of plants for strong growth and maximum yields. The preparation for hydroponic solution is just simple. First, prepare the fish fertilizer, juice the fish gills and store in a bucket, cover with fine cloth and then keep in a dark room undisturbed for two weeks. Second, decoct Banana Peelings, Guso(variety of Seaweeds)and
a ground resolution of about 3 meters— a world-best for a 50kgclass microsatellite”, as stated from the Hokkaido University’s publish. These photos are taken with “four imaging devices with different magnifications, including the HPT and a fish-lens camera”. The Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology (PCIEET) stated that this would bring lots of help in our country. “With clearer photo from Diwata 1’s HPT camera,
Papaya leaves put it aside and let it cool. Lastly, when you have your fish fertilizer done, combine all the four constituents on a container. With many other kinds of gardening, they chose hydroponics because “Hydroponics yields higher plant production”, Arteza answered. They also added that they’re promoting budget- friendly hydroponics solution as well as an organic hydroponic system. When asked why they conducted
it will be easier to see which areas are affected by natural and even man-made disasters such as floods and fires”, they said. Diwata 1 or the PHL-Microsat-1 is the first microsatellite launched by the Philippines with the collaboration of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), University of the Philippines, Hokkaido University, and Tokuho University. It was deployed into orbit from the International Space Station on April 27. John Timothy Pellina
the study, Parangue answered, “to strengthen the support and improve the gardening techniques in the Gulayan sa Paaralan Program in RNCHS”. Not just in Roxas, their town but, the researchers’ are aspired to campaign further, “Our team want our study to be administered on island municipalities like Magsaysay, Cuyo and Dumaran and any other coastal barangays over Palawan. Since, the soil quality is not sustainable enough to grow plants and vegetables for the daily needs and livelihood of the citizens”, Jungco responded. The organic hydroponic system have won 2nd place in the 2016 Palawan Scilympics held on A&A Plaza Hotel and Legend Hotel, Palawan in Life Science Team. The researchers’ were consulted by Mrs. Rosalyn Gadiano throughout research paper making and constructing the organic hydroponics system. Marie Aniza Adier
On April 21, 2016, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) confirmed in their recent findings that the contagious Newcastle disease has been detected in the poultry farms in the towns of Coron and Roxas in northern Palawan and Brooke’s Point in the Southern part. Dr. Juanito Lledo and Dr. Carla Limsan of the PVO both confirmed reports that the poultry animals in the said municipalities in Palawan had been confirmed to be showing signs of having the Newcastle disease. Lledo and Limsan reported, poultry animals had shown signs of having secretions from nose, have no appetite and weakness that cause them to die. According to the researchers, “depending on the strain of the virus and the health, age and species of the host, the incubation period of Newcastle disease is from 2 to 15 days. An infected bird of domestic
fowl may exhibit several signs, including gasping and coughing, depression, in appetence, muscular tremors, drooping wings, twisting of the head and neck circling, complete paralysis, swelling of tissues around the eyes and neck, reduced egg production, and diarrhea.” There are also reported calls from Culion and Linapacan having the same observation from their poultry animals. They said, “Poultry animals that show symptoms of Newcastle disease should be separated from the rest and quarantined. The rest should be vaccinated”. To make appropriate responses to the problem, the PVO had created the task force called Emergency Response on Newcastle Disease (ERND) that shall also take charge in monitoring the province against the Newcastle Disease. Marie Aniza Adier
The Department of Health conveyed that Philippines now has a total of 12 cases of Zika for 2016 coming from 3 regions (National Capital Region, Western Visayas, Central Visayas) with ages ranging from 9 to 55 years old. All patients had skin rashes, joint pains, fever or conjunctivitis. Their contacts and neighbours were advised by the health department to avoid mosquito bites by applying insect repellent over exposed areas at least a week after the onset of their illness. They were also advised to practice safe sex, and to avoid blood donation and unsafe needle practices for the next 6 months which is the monitoring period for virus survival. In the meantime, any individual who presents with skin rash and any other symptom of Zika should visit a health facility to rule out the infection. The DOH recapped its call for scaled-up implementation of the “4S Strategy” to effectively combat Zika, dengue and chikungunya diseases. The 4S Strategy involves searching and destroying mosquito breeding places, self-protection measures like use of insect repellent, mosquito bed nets and condom for protection against this sexually transmitted
infection, seeking early consultation for skin rashes and fever, joint pain or red eyes and saying yes to “fogging” when there is an impending outbreak. Zika, which bears resemblance to a light case of the flu, is transmitted by a mosquito species Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus or tiger mosquitoes that can be found in tropical and sub-tropical regions. The disease is strongly suspected of causing birth defects such as microcephaly and other brain deformities in newborns for infected pregnant women. “We do not recommend travel ban to affected areas since Zika and the mosquito carries it is actually endemic in the Philippines-it’s found all over the country,” Health Secretary Paulyn Ubial explained in a press conference regardless of the existing cases. Yvette Cantara
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By John Timothy Pellina Not just one, not just two, not just three, but a limitless number of personalities might a person is having. The Multiple Personality Disorder also called Dissociative Identity Disorder (D.I.D.) is a psychological illness which causes one person to have other personalities apart from him/her. These personalities have different names, behaviour, and persona. The person with DID also forgets what the other personality did. For example the other personality went to go to the mall. The original person will not remember doing it and even the things that personality did on the mall. One of the most famous movies that have this kind of disorder is the Korean series Kill Me, Heal Me.
The main character Cha Do Hyun developed alters of himself. Sometimes he become the brutal and violate man whose name is Shin Se Gi, sometimes a weird bomb expert Perry Park, sometime a suicidal teenager Ahn Yo Sub, and even becoming a spoiled teenage girl Ahn Yoo Na. This kind of disorder is oddly interesting. It is way different from being a bipolar, which is only the change in moods. DID patients have been known to develop more and more alters as the disease goes on. Sometimes patients will start with just 2 or 3 alter personalities and it will develop into nearly one hundred. And just like Cha Do Hyun, this disease can also have personalities of both sexes. Some even have personalities of animals such as dog, cat, or farm animals. Childhood trauma from physical tormenting is said to be the one of the main reason of DID. It is thought that the trauma is troubling that the individual breaks off from themselves and creates other personalities that don’t have the problem. They create these personalities just to cover up and completely forget their awful past. Therapy is still the best and only solution for this disorder. The therapist and the patient may search together for alter personalities that remember this trauma so that they can hash it out and work on it. Once this is addressed it can go a long way towards ending the DID. This disorder is daunting yet fascinating. For us who don’t have DID, we might be curious on how does it feel to have it. But we should not pray to have this, because in the end, it is still an illness; torturing, damaging, and needs to be treated.
PCSD leads 3rd provincial environmental symposium By Marie Aniza Adier
On September 15, the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development, in collaboration with the Palawan State University, Holy Trinity University and Western Philippines University conducted the 3rd Palawan Research Symposium at Citystate Asturias Hotel with the theme “Towards Innovative Environmental Research for Sustainability and Climate Resiliency”. Estimated 170 members of academic, government and non- government institutions participated in the said event. At the first, plenary sessions and oral presentations were presented. Dr. Angel Alcala, National Scientist and Former DENR Secretary, in his keynote speech, said he hopes to see the creation of innovative plans for relevant research, conservative programs and actions through PCSD’s leadership and the cooperation of local and foreign partners. He also added, “This can be done by using a mix of traditional and modern methodologies”. Alcala also emphasized that there is need to maintain the integrity of the natural ecosystems of Palawan in
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the face of climate change and the present tendency to over- exploit terrestrial and marine biodiversity. Palawan News, Dr. Dai- Yeun Jeong, Executive Director of Asia Climate Change Education Center, said that, “All people are already aware of the importance of responding to climate change, but the government policy alone is not enough.”Jeong emphasized that there is a need to formulate a global policy, through a “top-down” approach. However he admitted that there are remains a big challenge as a consensus among nations to combat the effects of climate change and strengthen climate resilience is still needed. Aside from covering sustainable development and climate resiliency, the symposium also featured scientific poster exhibits and a Memorandum of Cooperation signing among new members of the “Palawan Knowledge Platform,” which included Palawan Polytechnic College Inc., City DepEd, Philippine Statistics Authority, Puerto Princesa City Water District and the National Commission on Indigenous People.
By Alexis Pellina
“Yes, I have seen bears in good shape – but I have also seen dead and starving polar bears,” Langenberger said on her Facebook page.
Kerstin Langenberger who was the photographer of the depressing photo of skinny and unhealthy polar bear in Svalbard, Norway immediately shared it on Facebook. According to researchers, they observed a dramatic loss of sea ice because of global climate change that might have caused this dramatic change on the bear’s condition. Geoff York, senior director of conservation for Polar Bears International, has been studying the Arctic and observing this area for 14 years. “We expect that there will be more bad years [for polar bears] as the Arctic warms and sea ice habitat is reduced over time.”, York told Discovery. Not only polar bears, but other animals like walruses are also affected by the melting sea ice and warming water temperatures. This is because walruses dwell on sea ice, and because these melted, they now stay on lands. This causes predators like beluga, bowhead and killer whales, and white-beaked dolphins to have nothing to eat in order to survive. With scientist seeking for the reduction of greenhouse gases in our planet, Langenberger added on her Facebook post: “Let’s do something about the biggest threat of our time. Maybe we cannot save this bear here. But every little action we do to change our ways is a step in the right direction. We just have to get started and keep on going!”
By Yvette Cantara
One of the questions that rings in the health and skin conscious minds is how to get a safe riddance of skin infections. Thus, they tend to be cautious when it comes to the products they are going to use. Psychologically, people these days are more assured of using natural products rather than synthetic ones as they are frightened that their skin breaks and diseases may worsen. Human skin is the largest organ of the body. It constitutes our first line of defense. And maintaining healthy skin is important for a healthy body. Staphylococcus aureus is known as one of the five most common causes of infection. It also belongs to the main causative agents of pimples, rashes, ringworms and athlete’s foot. On October 2016, researcher Gwen Arianne S. Recoco conducted a study that is designed to help the humanity in stopping the growth of this specific bacteria. Bari-bari (Euphorbia tirucalli), also known as pencil cactus, is an indigenous plant to tropical and southern Africa and can also be found in Palawan, specifically in Roxas. It is introduced to make an antibacterial gel cream made of organic and environment-friendly products. The antibacterial gel cream was prepared by gathering Bari-bari (Euphorbia tirucalli) stems. Afterwards, they were
boiled with baby oil for three to five minutes and were put in a strainer to separate the extracted oil from the stems. The extracted oil was then poured in a container and was mixed thoroughly with petroleum jelly. The purpose of the petroleum jelly is to serve as the moisturizer of the skin. The tested ratio of the amount of Bari-bari (Euphorbia tirucalli) stems, baby oil and petroleum jelly is 2:1:5 in units of grams:milliliters:grams. Twelve respondents with skin infections, specifically pimples, rashes and ringworms, were used to test for evaluation. After five days of the researcher’s observation, the Bari-bari (Euphorbia tirucalli) antibacterial gel cream had moderately healed the infected area of the skin. It changed the color of the skin from the rose to color peach which is interpreted as very effective. Based on the results of the study, Bari-bari (Euphorbia tirucalli) Antibacterial Gel Cream can be used as an alternative antibacterial gel cream due to the heavy amount of alkaloids and tannins that is present on the Bari-bari (Euphorbia tirucalli) plant. Thus, Baribari (Euphorbia tirucalli) Antibacterial Gel Cream is highly comparable to the commercial ones.
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By Camille Golifardo
ehold, the Science behind the magic” you might have heard it once or twice but that line is the truth. There is always Science behind the magic, even though the hardest trick pulled off by the greatest magician can be uncovered by the greatest scientist. And that is what the young scientist of the 2016 Scilympics pulled off.
Eighteen teams of three members show off their own magic. Here are some of the magic and the science behind that is showed by some of the teams.
Magic Number 1
The Disappearing Water. Three styro-foam cups was put in a table and one will be filled halfway with water. The three cups will then be shuffled and you have to guess which cup has the water. But when the three cups were held upside down, the water is nowhere to be found. The Science behind: Sodium polyacrilate is the secret. It is a very absorbent substance that’s why when the cup is turned upside-down, the water seems to disappear.
Magic Number 2
Popsicle Stick Chain Reaction. The Popsicle Stick Chain Reaction is a chain of popsicle sticks interlocked with each other and when the last popsicle stick is released, all the popsicle stick in the chain goes around flying in the room. The Science behind: The chain of popsicle stick is on potential energy but when the last stick is released, it goes into kinetic energy. That is the reason why the popsicle sticks goes around flying in the room.
Magic Number 3
Milk Art Show. A handful amount of milk is laid out in a plate and after that food color is dropped in the milk and cotton buds with dishwashing liquid sending the water color everywhere creating beautiful explosion of colors. The Science behind: Milk has fat and the food coloring floats on top of the fat. The fat is all connected with bonds. Dish soaps are used on greasy or oily dishes because it breaks the bonds in fats allowing them to dispersed. When you add the dish soap to the milk, the fat separates and moves making your magical milk art!
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Honking someone else’s horn
Magic number 4
Genie in a Bottle 100mL of 30% hydrogen peroxide is pour into a flask that is wrapped in aluminum foil. A small packet of 2 grams of manganesse dioxide MnO2 is wedged between the rubber stopper and the rim of the glass. When opened the packet releases and the reaction starts causing surge of smokes. The magic behind Oxygen is formed from the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is not a very stable compound and its decomposition can be induced by many means. Light will decompose it, which is why it is sold in brown bottles in drugstores. The surface of manganese dioxide provides a particularly favorable environment to catalyze the decomposition.
Magic number 5
Elephant toothpaste The chemical reaction produces a large foamy mess that looks like toothpaste squirting out of a tube. It is so big that only an elephant could use toothpaste this large. It is, of course, not toothpaste so please do not try to brush your teeth with it! The science behind Hydrogen peroxide breaks down into oxygen and water. There’s a lot of oxygen trapped in peroxide, so this rapid decomposition results in lots of oxygen that needs to quickly push out of the container. As the peroxide breaks down, the soap that was mixed in will also combine with the water (from the break down process), and turn into foam. The oxygen gushing out is what makes the soap bubbles move. Often some food coloring is added before the catalyst, which makes the resulting column of foam that gushes out look even more like toothpaste. These magics may be amazing and unbelievable at first due to their “unexplainable” appearance but when the magicians start to explain the crowd the science behind it, magic doesn’t seem so impossible at all.
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e all know that everything changes: people, emotions, places, even phenomena in the atmosphere. Some of us are not very aware that even the temperature on the sea surface also changes wherein it plays a major role in global weather. A small change in average temperature can have powerful influences around the world. Consequently, changes in global atmospheric flow pattern accompany La Nina and El Nino events. What are La Niña and El Niño? La Niña, Spanish term for “The Little Girl“, is described as the cooling of surface of ocean waters along Equatorial Pacific which affects the atmosphere above the ocean. This cold phase, which causes significant changes in climate features raining conditions, rain storms and puts nearby
EDITORIAL
So long as we want progress that is attainable for all our countrymen, we are attached to the hope that someday those at the bottom of the pyramid will be uplifted. We keep on looking for answers, answers that prey on vast and wide changes. Some of us have big and complicated while others have small simple solutions. They may be different but they are all scoring for the same goal. Philippines just want to thrive and survive. Our government is aware of that and that is why it keeps on solving the issues across our country. However, their busyness at paying attention to them may miss out the little good changes suchlike what happened on November 16, 2015, Aisa Mijeno was invited by the White House to join President Obama and Ma - the founder and executive officer of Alibaba. She was lauded and cited by Obama as one of the young entrepreneurs coming out of leapfrog technologies. It is because she and her team had invented the SALt lamp that aims to illuminate indigent communities in the country. Unlike, an ordinary lamp, it uses a mixture of salt and water to energize a light emitting diode. It has also a USB port that can be used to charge smartphones and other gadgets. In fact, this woman is a Filipino and she is becoming a big help to the Philippines with her lamp that is taken to a whole new level, and so is our Filipino pride. How come USA have recognized this asset but we, her fellowmen, have not? Well, it is not anything new to everyone because this has happened before. This is more like a déjà vu of the incident on Agapito Flores’ fluorescent lamp. How come our government haven’t noticed this and given this a little appreciation? Why wait for someone else to do it if this would not be a waste of time? Our country is full of creative and inventive people but these potentials are not being heavily highlighted and praised, so much for being clogged by national dilemmas in the sight of the Philippine government. They say that history repeats itself. Maybe that is somehow true, probable, possible and highly precise. We don’t have to be bound with this history of us but we must create a new one. As long as we do not know how to appreciate what we own, it can never be called our own unless we say so. region wetter than normal. El Niño, “The Little Boy” or “Christ Child”, on the other hand, is described as the warming of surface of ocean waters in the same area of the Pacific Ocean. This warm phase features drier and milder conditions across the region and can either cause drought and elevated fire conditions. Typically, these events happen at irregular intervals of two to seven years, and last for nine months to two years. La Niña often lasts longer than El Niño. The inconsistency of occurrence of these phenomena creates threat on the lives of people and even to properties. As these phenomena strike anytime of the year, everybody should be aware of the possible effects of these irregular weather conditions so as to prepare and ready necessary measures to face and handle any untoward situations brought by these phenomena. By Marie Aniza Adier
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Dragon Boat championships take action in Palawan
PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan-Both the 2016 Asian Dragon Boat Championships and the International Club Crew Championship (ICCC) was held as a two-in-one continental championship tournament, November 10-11, 2016. This was the first time the Philippines hosted an Asian Dragon Boat championship. The Philippine Canoe Kayak Dragonboat team faced Asia’s top contenders from Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, India, and Iran. The Philippine team showed their prowess by ousting their rivals on the Standard Boat Men 500m Heats 1&2, Standard Boat Men 200m Heats 1&2, Small Boat Men 200m Heats 1&2, and placing 2nd next to Japan in the Small Boat Men 500m finals. Meanwhile, Philippine teams also competed in 12 events
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in the ICCC against 33 teams from Asia, Germany and the United States. Some of the local teams who contended in the tournaments were Manila Dragons, Team Kugtong of Davao, Sagwan Tanauan of Batangas, De La Salle University, Team Bacunawa, University of the Philippines, Speed Devils, and Team Puerto Prinsesa. “Everything is all set for our first-ever hosting of the two-in-one championships. This is a huge event and we want to showcase our prowess when it comes to this sport,” said Philippine Canoe Kayak Dragonboat Federation assistant coach Duchess Co in a phone interview with The Manilla Times on Thursday. Co added that with this tournaments, they will also take the opportunity to promote Palawan’s top tourist destinations. John Timothy Rex Pellina
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BATTLE OF PADDLES. The Philippine Dragon Boat Team gives all-out strength as they paddle for victory. Photo credits: gopalawan.travel
Dinoron
“Isa, dalawa, tatlo! Tulak!”
Ryan Jay Padul
Once the whistle blows hold the bamboo tight and push it with all your might, that is the way you play ‘Dinoron’. Yeah! You heard it right, with the use of a bamboo. A bamboo is not just only for building houses or furniture; it is also used as an instrument in playing ‘Dinoron’. Dinoron is just like ‘Tug of War’ but players won’t be pulling anything in this game. Players must cross the borderline between them and their opponent in order to score, wherein the players need not pull but push the bamboo instead. The mechanics of the game is simple; there will be three rounds and the players must outmatch their opponent two rounds out of those three. The said game can be played by two or more players. The bamboo must be 10 meters long and has an average diameter like a size of your fist. The team that held the thinner end of the bamboo in the first round would exchange to their places with their opponents wherein they will be holding the thicker part of the bamboo for the second round. If there is a tie, a tossing coin will determine which part of the bamboo they will be assigned to the final round. Whoever wins the third round would be the victor. Whoever dares to play this game, just wait for these lines, “Players are you ready? One, two, three and puuuuuuush!”
Sportsonality
Kristine Nava
Chasing that dream
“Focus on your goal, don’t mind what other people say” these were the words that Kristine Galapin Nava always keep in her mind which led her to her goals. Kristine Nava first saw the world on the 5th day of March year 2000 in Barangay IV, Roxas, Palawan. She was the fifth child among the six children of Mrs. Gemma Galapin Nava and Mr. Ernesto Besana Nava who already passed away last year. And now, she is currently living happily at Brgy. IV, Roxas, Palawan with her family. Aside of from doing physical activities she also loves to write stories during her free time. She starts engaging into sports when she was in grade four at Andres Soriano Memorial Elementary School. Nava had her first try-out in athletics and Mrs. Arlene Repala Magbanua, her first coach, instantly saw some potential in Christine and molded her talent to grow at her full potential. “No matter what happens, don’t give up because I know that you can do it” this is what Mrs. Magbanua always tells Nava to boost her confidence in her every match. Two years have passed and Nava was on 6th grade that time, all of her hardships and the struggles she encountered paid off as she was chosen as one of the representative of MIMAROPA region for the 2012 Palarong Pambansa until now. And as for those aspiring athletes Nava said that “Never give up and don’t stop pursuing your dreams. If you feel that you can’t reach it, then make a run for it.” Glecy Paulite
Valdez sets career-high to lift BOC past gutsy Laoag The Bureau of Customs Transformers survives the Laoag Power Smashers in five tight sets, 1825, 27-25, 21-25, 25-21, 15-9; with the help of Alyssa Valdez’ careerhigh performance in the 2nd Shakey’s V-League Reinforced Conference. The Phenom unleashed 39-big points to help her team sneak past their opponents, beating out the conference record 36 points by skipper Angela Benting. The power Smashers gave the Transformers a hard time winning dominantly by performing excellent floor defense, as well as powerful offense to keep the game in a tight race. In the decider, Valdez made a 5-0 run to bring her team from a 3-6 deficit to an 8-6 lead. In the latter of the set, she scored 3-hot service aces to make the Power Smasher’s winning chances fade away, and finally becoming the game’s victors. Rose Vargas of the Transformers helped Valdez by contributing 16 points. Jorelle Singh of Power Smashers also scored her career-high with 28 points, while her teammate Gretchel Soltones scored 15. “Laoag really made us work
f o r every point. A n g ganda n g depensa n i l a ” , Valdez lauds Laoag’s good performance. “Ang sabi ko talaga sa team eh gawin na lang naming kung ano kaya naming itulong kay Alyssa”, said by the Custom’s head coach Sherwin Menese. “Buti na lang talaga nasa team ko si Alyssa”.
Rosalie Perol
Palawan to host 2017 MIMAROPA meet For the third time, the Province of Palawan will host about 3,500 delegates on the upcoming MIMAROPA Regional Athletic Association Meet this February 2017. Palawan is going to host the annual regional sports competition participated by seven (7) delegations namely: Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan, Calapan City and Puerto Princesa City. The province previously hosted the MIMAROPA Meet last 2008 and 2010 at Puerto Princesa City, last 2012 at Brooke’s Point, and last 2015 at Narra. Different sports events will be competed yet again by the seven delegations to showcase their skills and the true spirit of sportsmanship that the athletes needed for the Palarong Pambansa. The said regional activity was supposed to be held in the province of Occidental Mindoro until the province Governor Mario
Gene Mendiola disapproved the hosting of the Brooke’s Point’s rival town, Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro. During the eleventh hour of the bidding, the division’s schools division superintendent Danilo Roxas declared that although Sablayan wins the bidding, with the absence of Governor Mendiola’s confirmation, his hands “are somewhat tied.” The decision is also based on the DepEd policy that the endorsement of the governor is highly necessary before the approval of the hosting of any municipality or province to guarantee “that the whole province is indeed in support of the activity, since it is possible that not only the host municipality will be disrupted by the activity.” Regional Director Dig Dino also added that “it also requires that the Letter of Intent be endorsed by the provincial governor. Ingrid Joyce Vargas
SPORTS
THE PRAWN
June - December 2016 | Volume 35 No. 1
RNCHS draws accomplishments in Camp Olympics the Sicsican National High School, and the third runner-up was the Mangingisda National High School. There are different sports played and competed at the tournament like Sepak takraw, Volleyball and other board games like Dama, Snake and Ladder and Sunka. Another event was the Modern Dance competition which RNCHS place second. The said event was peacefully and successfully held and facilitated by the Eagle Scout of WPU, PSU Main, RNCHS and also by the help of Puerto Princessa Palawan Council. As Mr. Ronnie Caralipio explained “The main reason why Camp Olympics is done is to remind the scouts the spirit of sportsmanship that even though they are against each other they should still enjoy the competition without fights and misunderstandings”. Mr. Alfred Bagona was feeling honored and fortunate as many delegation came and participated in the very successful Camp Olympics in RNCHS. “RNCHS should have been the host of the first-ever Camp
TAGNHS -21
NZNHS -26
FLSMHS -29
DNHS -37
TINNHS -38
MNAHS -39
ANHS - 39.5
2016 District Meet Rankings TUMNHS -44
SJRNHS - 121
RNCHS - 341
MSPC - 206
The Roxas National Comprehensive High School successfully hosts the 9th Council Wide BSP Camp Olympics and placed 1st runner up, held last September 29 to October 2, 2016 at the RNCHS Oval and Covered Gymnasium. “One of the most successful and peaceful Camp Olympics held in Palawan and there’s no delegation that protest against all the game” according to the OIC of BSP Palawan Mr. Ronnie Caralipio. RNCHS Senior Scouts managed to take the advantage while it is their Home and yet they placed 1st runner up in overall. RNCHS managed the records in Athletics, basketball, Filipino games Dinuron, Patintero and especially board games like Scrabble, Word Factory and Dama, which contribute a high point for the School’s title. In overall ranking, the Panacan National High School took the championship, followed by the first runner-up Roxas National Comprehensive High School, second runner-up was
41st PBA Oppo Governors Cup 2016
Ginebra defeats Meralco,91-88 Barangay Ginebra end their eight-year title drought after winning against Meralco Bolts at a score of 91-88 with a three pointer of Justin Brownlle and took to a series of 4-2, that was held on SMART Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday night of October 19, 2016. The Barangay Ginebra San Miguel play hard and fought until the last time of the game just to take the championship and to cease their eight-year title deficiency. Both team have a tied scores, but Ginebra’s Import, Justin Brownlee take a three pointer at the last 5 seconds of the 4th quarter that take away to lead the score of 91-88.The whole dome of Araneta Coliseum shaken all over by 22,000 basketball fans on Wednesday night of October 19,2016. Ginebra didn’t have a good start and was defenseless at the opening of first quarter that invoke the Meralco Bolts to attack and score more points that induce them to a 9 point lead at a score of 18-27. In Second Quarter, Ginebra improves their defense and also in their offense that Meralco
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can’t easily get a basket. Aside from it, Meralco exerts more effort and improve their teamwork just to take a good offense that took them in to double digit lead at a score of 32-45. On the second half, ginebra make a 14-3 run at the start of it. The aggressive players like LA Tenorio, Mark Caguioa, Jayjay Helterbrand and Justin Brownlee of Ginebra aggressively make more baskets to slow the 13 deficit of Meralco bolts and end the quarter with the first lead of Ginebra in a score of 66-65. The last quarter was very close and intense fight that both teams thinks that it’s going to have an overtime. The score was 88-88 and the game had only 5 seconds left and it is ginebra’s inbound position. Coach Tim Cone planned for a 3-point play and it was successful delivered by their import Justin Brownlee at a buzzer-beater. Its ginebra’s first championship title won again since 2008 that induce them into eight-year title drought. Ralph Gerard Valdespina
In focus. Cjvon R. Carlos from RNCHS BSP holds his breath before hitting the dart board. The Camp Olympics aims to strengthen the sense of brotherhood between the scouts. Photo credits: John Timothy Pellina
Olympics way back in 2008, but it did not happen because only few delegates participated, but I am
still happy that it has finally taken place here this year” Mr. Bagona exclaimed. Charles Jumari Cantara
S olteros
RBT takes the crown anew, wins back-to-back title October 8, Saturday, players from the RNCHS Basketball Team (RBT) ousted Dumarao National High School from the Championship Game during the 2016 Municipal Meet. There are 11 schools that participated in the 2016 Municipal Meet but only 6 schools have an entry for the basketball tournament. During the championship game, RBT managed to maintain their play that is full of isolation every quarter and lead them to double their opponent’s score and defend their title as the champion in the 2015 basketball tournament. In general, the champion was the RBT followed by the first runner-up Dumarao NHS, second runner-up Magara SPC and third runner-up the Nicanor Zabala NHS. The team managed to be on peak of the competition with the assistance of Mr. Warlyn Rodriguez, and contributed points for the win of the whole delegation. Riezl Manapat
The Local Rave of Palaweños By Ryan Jay Padul
“Lipatan mo ren lamang ako sa puso mo, magsadyap ka ren lamang ang bagay kanemo, ang bilin ko lamang kanimo irog ko, imong dating nobya, imong dating nobya, eng lipatan mo ren.” Hold both your fists to your chest, lift your elbows up, and perform a heel step over and over. Congratulatinos! Now you know how to dance Solteros. Solteros is a native song in Palawan that originated in the town of Cuyo. Recently, it has been put to a series of dance steps, and performed as an energizer throughout various Palawenian events. There were competitions being conducted throughout Palawan to dance Solteros as Palaweños dance in parades and formal gatherings. The simple drumbeats and whistles are a far cry from the dubstep club music that is popular now, but t h a t i s what makes Solteros authentic. The story of the song revolves in the idea of a young girl having a complicated relationship with a man, because not only that the relatives of the man is against their relationship but also the man has having an affair with another woman. The song is about letting go of your love for your own good.
Solteros (Tagalog Version) Kalimutan mo nalang ako sa puso mo Maghanap ka nalang ng bagay sa iyo Ang bilin ko lang sa iyo, o irog ko Ang dati mong jowa, ang dati mong jowa Kalimutan mo na Kung pati sa akin, ayaw mong mag-amin Nanay mo, Tatay mo, ay ayaw sa akin Kahit ako’y karga sa barkong may kanyon Kung pati sa akin, ayaw mong mag-amin Lola mo, Lolo mo, ay ayaw sa akin Kung patay na patay ka na sa akin Ililibing kita, ililibing kita Ako’y isang babae na rasonable Tumalikod lang, tumalikod lang May jowa na agad Ikaw naman Dodoy ang gwapo sa kanila Iyong jowa lamang
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Aborot, RDC wins big at the NOR Dart Tournament Paul Cyril Aborot of Grade 8-Jackfruit bags gold in the Blue Palawan Beach Club National Open Ranking Dart Tournament in the category Youth Singles held on Blue Palawan Beach Club, October 7-9, 2016. Meanwhile some players for the Roxas Dart Club also got podium finishes in the said competition. Aborot won out of 9 participants in the category, and received Php2,400 cash prize. He was then preceded by King Dexter Rizada and Collin Dellamas of Puerto Princesa, who placed 2nd and 3rd respectively. VJ Maduro who also came from the RDC tied in the 3rd
place together with Dellamas. The Roxas Dart Club was not daunted by their opponents who came from different parts of the country. Anne Zulueta and Jovy Borado placed 2nd and 3rd repectively in the Ladies Singles. Pablo Aborot finished 3rd in the Seniors Singles out of 18 players. On the Classified 4-Person Team category, Jorge Mediario, Raul Rizada, James Aborot, and Alvin Maduro also ousted 12
teams to get the gold. Maduro also finished 1st in the Classified Draw Triples together with Mark Canapi and Reggie Franciso of the team Tresma. Teams from Marikina, Bulacan, Calabarzon, Pampanga, and Puerto Princesa also competed in the dart tournament. The event was hosted by the National Dart Federation Philippines, who also supported for the cash prizes of the winners which cost Php120,000. John Timothy Pellina
BULLS EYE. Paul Cyril S. Aborot (left) as he receives his award as champion in the Blue Palawan Beach Club National Open Ranking Dart Tournament Youth Singles category. Photo credits: Paul Jethro S. Aborot
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ominating their opponents, the Maroon Sky Force has once again defended their throne and ruled the 2016 Intramural Meet held at Roxas National Comprehensive High School’s sports complex, July 26-27, 2016. The two-day event is filled with action; all of the athletes were craving for that gold, to bring points to their respective teams. But the Maroon Sky Force unleashed their inner beast and obliterates their rivals one by one. “All coaches trained and prepared their athletes for the event, but our team treat our athlete as our family” Mr. Palermo, one of the Maroon Sky Force coach said, according to him it is one of the things that makes their athlete trust on them The 244 points gained by Maroon Sky Force secured their throne and placed them as 2016 Intramural Meet Champion, while the Seniors having their nose tipped on the Maroon Sky Force’s tail with 235.1 points are in second place, garnering 211.6 points the Yellow Tigers placed third, Blue Warriors on fourth place with 184 points, and the Mighty Green Troopers gained 115.1 points on fifth place. Roma Thalia, Maroon Sky Force basketball girls’ captain ball stated that “Each in everyone of us from the Maroon Sky Force just put our A-game in every match, and things that our coach told us to do so.” Ryan Jay Padul
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n 2012, the freshmen way back defeated that year’s sophomores in the Intramural Meets. 2013 when they were sophies, they managed to place second next to that year’s Seniors. And after the next 2 years, that batch of athletes seemed to be the best the school have ever had as they manage to nab a back-to-back championship in the annual sports event. Everyone expected them to achieve a three-peat, but as the Intrams 2016 ended, the “elites” lose to their juniors with a 8.9 point margin. The Seniors bagged the awards for Best in Parade, Most Disciplined, Most Organized, and Best in Community Dance (Solteros), obviously this is because they were the fewest contingent in the event. The Grade 11 coaches did not have a hard time behaving their athletes because they were few. Being the smallest in number was a bittersweet story for the Seniors, they took all the minor awards, but at the end they lost to the most important award, the over-all championship title. As the implementation of Kto12 jump-starts this year,
some of the best athletes of the school chose to transfer schools for their own needs and preference. One of the reasons why the Seniors knelt down on the Maroon Skyforce is because of the absence of those athletes who once made the former rise to the occasion. It was pretty obvious when the Seniors lost to Baseball, Softball, and Basketball, where they once reigned. This year’s Seniors was performing remarkably through the years, but this year was an exception. They bowed down to those who were younger than them. Maybe they were outnumbered, or maybe they’re not as good as before. One thing is for sure, sports is one of the most fair game of all time. The results are seen by audience immediately. There are no panel of judges to say that the results were biased. At the end, the Maroons Skyforce won based on skills, no more excuses for the Seniors.
Roxas, one of the stopovers of Padyak Palawan bike tour
The fund-raising bike tour for biodiversity Padyak Palawan 2016 will start from municipality of Bataraza all the way to El Nido, and two of the many stopovers of the bikers are the Matanglaw Falls and Umalad Falls Roxas. This 520-kilometer bike tour will be lead by Mount Everest climber Romi Garduce together with UP Mountaineers, which will kick-off from October 10-23. According to Garduce, their aim is to spread awareness to protect endangered species. The bike tour’s main beneficiary is the Center for Conservation Innovations (CCI) and its Palawan program “Oplan Tandikan,” a biodiversity conservation project that is committed to increasing the area of land conservation management and building conservation capacity, specifically of high-profile endemic species and their rapidly diminishing habitats. Not only that it also aims to promote Palawan’s beauty, interact with indigenous communities, and rare resources found in our country. “We want to create awareness on wildlife conservation to protect endangered species, interact with local communities, and further appreciate the exquisite resources in the area while at the same time promote adventure tourism in Palawan,” said Mr. Garduce said in the tour’s launch at Biker’s Café at SM By the Bay. Other than the Matanglaw and Umalad Falls of Roxas, the bikers will also visit tourist destinations such as Tabon Cave, Estrella Falls, St. Paul’s Underground River, Sta. Isabla in Taytay, and some famous spots in El Nido. John Timothy Pellina