The Escolarian | A.Y. 2023-2024 | Issue 01

by Ray Anne Denise Go

In a world with diverse career opportunities equipping

young minds with the necessary tools for informed decisionmaking is paramount

Recognizing this critical need, Centro Escolar Integrated School (CEIS) – Malolos took a commendable step by hosting its Career Preparedness Awareness

Fair 2024 on February 15th and 16th with the theme Guding in the Right Track: Connecting Skills Interests and Competencies for Successful Career Paths

This two-day event was a launching pad for Escolarians the school s student body towards a future brimming with professional possibilities

The event specifically catered to students from Grades 10 to 12 ensuring a targeted approach to equip them with relevant career insights at a crucial juncture in their academic journeys

Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan initiated his discussion aimed at students belonging to and interested in the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) domain highlighting significant points throughout Particularly noteworthy was his mention of a statement by Bill Gates, proposing that the pursuit one passionately engages in between ages 13 and 18 could indicate their greatest potential expertise

He stressed the importance of students recognizing their passions as these could shape their future career paths Reflecting on his personal journey he shared how his own youthful dedication propelled him into his current role as a devoted public servant serving the nation Furthermore Pangilinan underscored the value of entrepreneurship noting its potential to unlock various opportunities Following his insightful address an open forum ensued during which he candidly responded to students inquiries One student queried whether pursuing a career in politics was advisable to which he

advised prioritizing public service over politics He elucidated how serving the nation doesn't always necessitate political involvement emphasizing the abundant opportunities available in public service

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by Precious Sabine Pinto

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38 years constitute 38 revolutions made by the Earth around the Sun, but only one major revolution comes to mind every February 25th

Internationally respected and acclaimed as a “peaceful” protest, the People Power Revolution held on February 22-25, 1986 along the roads of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) was definitely one for the books It was a bloodless way of overthrowing the dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr and his family from the top, resulting in the family fleeing to Hawaii and the Filipinos finally achieving their well-deserved freedom after two decades of atrocities 38 years may seem distant, but in contemporary times with another Marcos in the presidential seat, the revolution remains as extant as it was

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With 32 points, Rex Gayares stomped over the Icons in the quarter-final match here at the MACIPRISA 2023 Day 3 November 30 2023 happening at the Holy Spirit Academy of Malolos (Court 1)

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a result of his failed show cause order and absence from the senate hearing regarding the allegations of human trafficking, sexual abuse, financial fraud, and violence

The "Man in the iron lung," Paul Alexander, who survived polio and spent the latter 70 years of his life in an iron lung, passed away on March 11 in Dallas, Texas

Paul's death was announced on Tuesday on a GoFundMe page set up to aid in his finances for housing and healthcare EDITORIAL

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Escolarians exhibit focused attention as they listen intently to the featured speakers during the Career Preparedness Awareness Fair 2024, hosted at the CEU Centrodome last February 15th and 16th.

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Last March 19, the heat surrounding the notorious Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) founder, Pastor Apollo Quiboloy flares up as an arrest order from the Senate and case charges from the Department of Justice (DOJ) hunt for him The arrest warrant is

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Pascual scores the first 4 points of the game, while the Scorpions get a slow start as all their shots fail to enter the ring Asgar scores first for CEIS, but Pascul scored another point right after

by Roi Edan Victoria

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A drowsy rumble The four-year stillness is broken by an echoing Wake up rather than the curtain of sleep

The pop alchemist Ariana Grande has revived the scene with her seventh studio album eternal sunshine," and has transformed her many triumphs and tribulations into music

from its namesake film, this heavenly return offers a chance to rewrite the narrative not just rewind it

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emphasizing the extensive duration of medical education and training She passionately discussed the prevailing medical rates in the Philippines shedding light on the challenges faced by healthcare providers in the country

Dr Tripon's expertise in the medical field was evident as she elaborated on the arduous path to becoming a medical professional,

Additionally, Dr Tripon underscored the pivotal role of medical professionals in the nation s healthcare system emphasizing their invaluable contributions to public

New SUC charters signal new era of quality education-

by Andrea Paulane Flores

Hhealth and societal well-being Her insightful presentation provided a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and significance of pursuing a career in the medical field

Following Dr Edhel S Tripon's discourse Engineer Arcadio P Sulit the esteemed Municipal Engineer and Municipal Building Official of Guiguinto Bulacan assumed the role of another distinguished speaker for the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) strand

With a focus on engineering Engineer Sulit defined it as a multifaceted practice emphasizing innovation and problem-solving

He highlighted engineering's diverse applications across sectors underlining its pivotal role in shaping the built environment and driving technological advancements

Through his insightful presentation Engineer Sulit inspired aspiring engineers to explore the myriad opportunities within this dynamic field

During the session dedicated to the Accountancy Business and Management (ABM) strand, Mr Joselito Hautea and Mr Ariel Basto both shared valuable insights concerning the multifaceted nature of careers and their significance in an individual s life Mr Hautea took a distinctive approach in delivering his talk

employing a narrative style that effectively captivated the audience He emphasized the importance of carefully selecting a course of study and navigating the challenges associated with one ' s chosen field Additionally Mr Hautea elaborated on the diverse competencies required for various careers, along with strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and avoiding pitfalls when making decisions

Through his engaging discourse Mr Hautea provided attendees with practical guidance for navigating their career paths with intentionality and resilience

Continuing the session after Mr Hautea s engaging narrative Mr Ariel Basto further expounded on the significance of conscientiously selecting one ' s career path With a focus on modern-day solutions Mr Basto delved into innovative approaches to address the challenges

Moreover, he highlighted the evolving landscape of career opportunities in the digital age emphasizing the need for adaptability and continuous learning Through his presentation Mr Basto equipped the audience with valuable insights and strategies to navigate the complexities of career planning in today s dynamic world

The first day of the CEIS Career Preparedness Awareness Fair 2024 commenced with enlightening sessions tailored to specific academic tracks providing attendees with valuable insights into diverse career paths From insightful discussions to interesting explorations students gained comprehensive perspectives on potential career trajectories

Moreover, practical guidance on navigating career choices with intentionality and adaptability was offered further enriching the day's discussions As the day concluded anticipation mounted for the next phase of the event: the career orientation on the different college programs offered by the college department of Centro Escolar University taking place on the next day

This awaited session promised to provide attendees with detailed information and guidance on various academic pathways empowering them to make informed decisions about their future academic pursuits

by Joanna Chiney Santos

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“We are optimistic that with the revised charter of the state universities, we can improve outcomes and advance educational opportunities for our learners,” Villanueva said statement the recent signing of laws aimed at strengthening the charter of four state universities

The four newly signed laws were Republic Act (RA) 11980 or the revised Bulacan State University (BulSU) charter; RA 11978 or the Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University- South La Union Campus- College of Medicine; RA 11977 or the Establishment of the Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU)- Floridablanca Campus; 11979 that converts the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) in Paranaque City into a regular campus

Pursuant to RA 11980, BulSU will expand its curricular offerings, develop more competencies, and encourage specialization of units

“These newly signed laws will help build graduates’ confidence to face the world of work secure employment and prepare them for lifelong learning ” Villanueva added

“We hope that by strengthening these state universities we can equip our graduates with the right tools ” Villanueva concluded

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Engineer Mendoza commended the school for its excellent facilities specifically, the JHS canteen, playground, library, classrooms, laboratories, and restrooms However, she and Dr Cruz noticed a discrepancy in the placement of fire extinguishers around the campus

In order to make the fire extinguishers easier for students to reach in an emergency they suggested lowering their placement Aurora de Leon the Planning Officer III addressed a previous issue regarding duplicated Learner Reference Numbers (LRNs) in a brief interview conducted after the inspection

However, Ms Espineda provided clarification on the matter, stating that the issue had been resolved and was due to human error

She also inquired about the school calendar, to which the planning officer responded that certainty regarding its

return to its previous format couldn't be provided

DepEd awards certificates towards the end of the year to recognize schools' compliance with DepEd Order No 88 s 2010 during the implementation of Project STAR: Strategic Tracking of Schools’ Compliance to Standards, Adherence to DepEd Policies, and Recognition of Schools with Good Standing

This memorandum aims to uphold principles of performance management outlined in the order including setting performance targets conducting regular appraisals and providing feedback and support for improvement

These principles enable DepEd to evaluate the effectiveness of private school systems and ensure they meet DepEd s standards for quality education

Following Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan's discourse Dr Edhel S Tripon FPCP FPSG FPSDE an esteemed faculty member at the Ateneo School of Medicine & Public Health, took the podium to address individuals in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) strand

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ouse of Representatives - Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva announced last February 20 in a

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On the second day of the Career Fair in collaboration with esteemed faculty members from Centro Escolar University (CEU) an orientation event was conducted to introduce prospective students to the university s diverse academic programs The event was attended by students from Grade 12 the graduating batch aiming to provide them with insights into the available academic pathways The event featured presentations from faculty members across various departments:

Ms Christine Ann C Juan (Education Department): Presented the variety of programs available for aspiring educators

Dr Shirley S Wong (Dentistry Department): Provided an indepth look at the six-year Dentistry program, including its curriculum, milestones, and career opportunities

Dr Maria Dinna P Avinante (Business Administration program): Offered insights into the program ' s offerings and the roles undertaken by students within this field of study

Dr Maria Concepcion (Optometry department): Emphasized the crucial role of optometrists and elaborated on the various specializations within the field

Dr Maricar Veranga (Hospitality Management program): Shared insights on the multifaceted nature of the hospitality industry, including hotel operations, tourism and event planning

Mr Jose Cris Sotto (Communication and Media program): Discussed the importance of effective communication in today's society and highlighted the diverse career paths available to graduates

Mr Alfred Montarial (Psychology department): Provided insights into the fascinating field of psychology, including its various subfields and career opportunities

Mrs Regina Jazul (Pharmacy department): Addressed the vital role of pharmacists and provided an overview of the Pharmacy program offerings including career opportunities

This informative event empowered attendees to make well-informed decisions about their academic and professional futures

Following the enlightening talks and presentations the second day of the event featured career booths dedicated to each department offering students an immersive experience to delve deeper into their preferred academic paths These booths were designed to provide interactive and engaging activities, including games and trivia sessions, aimed at enhancing students understanding of the programs offered by each department

Indeed the comprehensive two-day career fair encompassed a wide array of activities and informative talks, meticulously curated to equip students with the knowledge and insights necessary for making informed decisions about their academic and professional futures

From engaging seminars led by esteemed professionals to interactive sessions at career booths the event offered a holistic approach to career exploration and preparedness These activities provided students with valuable opportunities to explore different academic tracks, career paths and college degree options enabling them to gain a deeper understanding of their interests strengths and aspirations

Students with unpaid tuition and other school fees could now take periodic and final examinations following President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr ’ s signing of Republic Act 11984 ”

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Isinasaad sa RA 11984 na hindi kinakailangan ng permiso upang payagan ang mga kapus-palad na mag-aaral sa lahat ng pribado at pampublikong institusyongpangedukasyon na kumuha ng pagsusulit kahit mayroon pang hindi nabayarang matrikula

Ayon kay Garafil sakop ng RA 11984 ang lahat ng pribado at pampublikong basic education institutions o ang K-12, higher education institutions, at technicalvocational institutions (TVIs)

#JusticeForKillua: A Dog Was Beaten To Death After It Went Missing by

Heleina Lourisse Tolentino

#JusticeForKillua trended on social media after Killua, a three-year-old golden retriever dog was found lifeless in a sack after it went missing and beaten to death on a Sunday morning March 17 2024 in Bato Camarines Sur ina Rachelle Arazas the dog owner stated that Killua was

Vnot beside her when she woke up, so they started looking for the dog around 6 a.m

“Alas-sais po ng umaga nagising po ako wala po si Killua sa tabi ko Kasi po tabi po kaming natutulog niyan so bale around 6 a.m po hinahanap po namin siya Arazas said in an interview with GMA News Online

Arazas posted on her Facebook account the CCTV footage which shows the dog being chased and hit by a man and gained 2.3 million views and 120 000 reactions

Arazas also posted a video clip wherein she confronted the person behind Killua s tragic death Anthony Solares She asked who killed Killua and why the dog was in a sack Solares admitted he sought help in beating the dog to death and putting Killua in a sack

Arazas then asked to see Killua so Solares took the dog out of the sack lifeless

According to Solares, it was not his intention to kill Killua However he killed the dog because they were bitten, and he was afraid that his spouse would get bitten

Arazas said that Killua s brutal death was not justifiable even if he had bitten anyone

Binigyang-diin din ni Garafil na haharap sa mga parusang administratibong ipinapatupad ng Department of Education (DepEd) Commission on Higher Education (CHED) at ang Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) ang mga pribado at pampublikong institusyong pangedukasyon na napatunayang lumabag sa nasabing batas

Sinabi ni Garafil na dapat ipatupad ang RA 11984 nang walang pagkiling sa karapatan at kapangyarihan ng mga institusyong pang-edukasyon na

In another Facebook post, Arazas stated that she could not give an update to everyone and could not disclose any information But she ll make sure to get justice for Killua and stop the killing of animals in their area

“Maraming salamat po sa lahat ng sumusuporta kay Killua para sa laban na ito at sa lahat po ng nag aabot ng tulong Killua is probably happy na madaming nagmamahal sakanya aside from his family she wrote

Arazas also wrote that they are now in contact with the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) which assisted her in filing a case against Solares

Hello po, may kausap na po ako from Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) salamat po sa mga nag mimessage at update Pasensya na po kayo at hindi ko po kayo ma replyan isa-isa #JusticeForKillua she wrote

Solares may face charges for violating the Republic Act No 8485 or the Animal Welfare Act 1998, which states that any act of animal cruelty is punishable by imprisonment or fine with six months to two years imprisonment a fine of one thousand pesos to five thousand pesos or both depending on the court s discretion

Sa huling pahayag ni Garafil, isinaad niya na ang DSWD kasama ang mga stakeholders nito ang maghahayag ng mga alituntunin sa pagpapakahulugan upang matawag na kapus-palad ang isang mag-aaral gayundin ang mga pamantayan at kailangan para sa bisa ng pagisyu ng mga sertipikasyon upang maayos na mapatupad ang nasabing batas

nangangailangan ng promissory note itago ang mga tala at kredensyal ng mag-aaral at iba pang mga legal at administratibong paraang magagamit sa pagkolekta ng mga kulang na bayarin Ayon sa isang principal author at sponsor ng RA 11984 na si Senator Chiz Escudero, isa sa mga pinakadakilang legasiya na maiiwan ng mga miyembro ng ika-19 na Kongreso at ng ehekutibong sangay ng pamahalaan ang pagbabawal ng no permit no exam policy sa mga paaralan

Itinatakda ng RA 11984 ang Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) na mag-isyu ng mga kinakailangan na sertipiko sa dahilan ng kalagayan ng mag-aaral na maaaring idinulot ng mga kalamidad emerhensiya force majeure o mga pangyayaring hindi mapipigilan at iba pang mga makatwirang rason

Dagdag pa niya dahil sa batas na ito mabibigyan ng oportunidad ang mga mahihirap na mag-aaral na matapos ang kanilang edukasyon upang mabigyan ang kanilang sarili ng magandang kinabukasan

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Sabado, Marso 16 ukol sa paglagda ng pangulo sa Republic Act (RA)

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by Roi Edan Victoria

The CEIS-Malolos Guidance, Counseling and Testing Office

(GCTO) has kept support from students and successfully conducted multiple activities over the last year: Group Dynamics and Career Awareness Fair along with the launch of the Peer Facilitators 20232024

The latest activity of the GCTO is the Career Awareness Fair 2024 was conducted at the Centro Escolar University (CEU)-Malolos Centrodome last February 15-16

Students from the 10th to the 12th grade were invited and required to participate

Attendance from the graduating grade 12 students was set as a partial requirement for their Work Immersion class

The two-day event aims to provide the students with valuable insights from experts in their aspired fields and explore booths set up by different departments of CEU, spearheaded by the marketing department

Resource speakers took center stage on day 1 sharing their experiences and testimonies

Featured in the event were Former Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan Dr Edhel Tripon, Engineer Arcadio Sulit, Mr Joselito Hautea, and Professor Ariel Bastro

Departments of various colleges in CEU-Malolos prepared educational materials and activities such as a vitamin supplement giveaway and napkin-folding activity on day 2

Earlier this year during the months of January and February the GCTO conducted a series of Group Dynamics activities with students from the 6th to the 9th grade

BS Psychology students from CEUMalolos facilitated the activity as part of their internship program led by Nievera the guidance coordinator of all three campuses of Centro Escolar Integrated School (CEIS)

The guidance office also maintained the Peer Facilitators group and has already conducted several projects

"Selected individuals will undergo training that will equip them with the necessary skills and experience to help fellow students adjust to their current conflicts and issues " reads an announcement on Microsoft Teams

The guidance office has been working toward the welfare of the students prioritizing their mental health personal development and career concerns

The GCTO’s goal is to assist the students to discover their aptitude and interest and find solutions to their academic, behavioral, and personal concerns

Lea Nievera CEIS Guidance Coordinator

The coordinator explained that students go to the GCTO to seek advice and other information to aid them in the pursuit of their goals in life

We offer services that are designed to help the students attain one s maximum self-realization she added

She emphasized that they are here to assist and guide the students in their achieving their endeavors

Their doors are always open, for walkins or scheduled consultations

Earlier this year, an announcement was posted on Microsoft Teams on the procedure to schedule consultations or any of their other services

The GCTO has maintained a stable program within the last few months: “Students are availing our services ” they reported

Students now visit the office freely to seek assistance and consult without hesitation the students appear to be comfortable when they approach the staff, comprised of guidance coordinator Maria Lea Nievera and psychometrician Issa Lorraine Ballena

Ikinuwento rin ni Villarojo kung paano naging saksi ng himala ang imahe noong EDSA Revolution, taong 1986 kung saan nagsama-sama ang mga tao upang bawiin ang kanilang kalayaan at dignidad nang walang ginagamit na dahas

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Sinimulan ni Villarojo ang kaniyang homiliya sa pagkilala sa mga arsobispo at obispo at pagpapasalamat kay Most Reverend Charles John Brown, ang Apostolic Nuncio ng Pilipinas

Sinisimbolo ng presensya ni Brown ang pagkilala ni Pope Francis sa kahalagahan ng imahe ng Birhen ng Fatima sa buhay at pananampalataya ng mga deboto nito

During those days Our Lady was present through this image not as a standard of battle but the symbol of peace Not as a talisman for good

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fortune, but the plea for justice.” ani Villarojo

Ayon kay Villarojo walang ipinangako ang EDSA bagkus naging katuparan ito ng pangako ng Birhen ng Fatima na ipagkakaloob ng Diyos ang kapayapaan sa buong mundo kung masusunod ang mga hiling niyang panalangin

Taong 1989, tatlong taon matapos ang EDSA Revolution sumiklab ang walang karahasang mga rebolusyon sa Europa at sa Russia Naging modelo ang EDSA para sa mga nabanggit na rebolusyon Mula noon hindi na dinaan sa mga armas ang mga rebolusyon kundi sa mga rosaryo at bulaklak

Sinabi rin ni Villarojo na ang EDSA ay hindi isang pagdiriwang ng pagkamit ng tagumpay para sa isang partido at pagkatalo para sa iba Sa huling bahagi ng homiliya sinabi ni Villarojo na ibinigay sa atin ng Mahal na Birhen ng Fatima ang daan para sa kapayapaan - panalangin pagsisisi at pagbabalik-loob Isinasagawa ang canonical coronation isang banal na kilos na iniutos ng Santo Papa upang koronahan ang isang imahe ng Birheng Maria Inilalahad ito ng Santo Papa sa pamamagitan ng Papal Bull ang dokumentong kumikilala sa papel ng isang imahe sa paglago ng pananampalataya ng mga Kristiyano

She further elaborated that the proposal intends to make it more convenient and comfortable to accommodate stakeholders A wider office space area will also make it easier for them to handle group consultations since the present space is quite narrow

The GTCO once again reminded that the office is active and offers various services such as routine interviews counseling career consultations, testing, and parentstudent conferences and consultations

The guidance office expressed their wishes that Escolarians will continue to cooperate and support their programs

We will propose that our office have counseling rooms and a mini lounge revealed Nievera

The guidance coordinator also disclosed their plans going forward

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All of these services are free, all you have to do is to visit us here at the guidance office we are willing to assist and help you”

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he Supreme Student Council (SSC) of Centro Escolar Integrated T

School-Malolos issued a summary of its financial reports for the past few months of the academic year 2023–2024 in a Facebook post on March 23 aiming to maintain transparency and keep the student body informed

The SSC highlighted several events: Valentine s Day celebrations Teachers' Day celebrations and giftgiving These events not only fostered community among students but also demonstrated the lively spirit of Escolarians Regarding expenses the SSC detailed costs for each event: ₱4 320 for Teachers' Day ₱8 672.1 for gift-giving

on December 18, 2023, and January 16, 2024, and ₱12,122.15 for Valentine s Day, totaling ₱25,144.25

"We keep transparency para walang mago-overthink! SSC wrote on Facebook to underline their dedication to making sure that all financial matters are handled with transparency and accountability As evidenced by its proactive approach to sharing financial information it reflects their commitment to serving the student body and promoting an environment of openness and trust within the school community

Lea Nievera CEIS Guidance Coordinator

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This national pilgrim image of Our Lady of Fatima is a witness to a miracle ” to ang pahayag ni Bishop Dennis Villarojo sa kaniyang homiliya para sa canonical coronation ng National Pilgrim Image of Our Lady of Fatima na ginanap sa National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima Valenzuela City noong Linggo Pebrero

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Loudly Silenced, 38 Revolutions Later

by Precious Sabine Pinto

38 years constitute 38 revolutions made by the Earth around the Sun, but only one major revolution comes to mind every February 25th.

Internationally respected and acclaimed as a peaceful protest

the People Power Revolution held on February 22-25 1986 along the roads of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) was definitely one for the books

It was a bloodless way of overthrowing the dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr and his family from the top, resulting in the family fleeing to Hawaii and the Filipinos finally achieving their well-deserved freedom after two decades of atrocities

38 years may seem distant but in contemporary times with another Marcos in the presidential seat the revolution remains as extant as it was

February cannot come to an end without celebrating the anniversary of the revolution on the 25th regardless of what day it falls on

However 2024 becomes an exception as the Malacanang Palace issued Proclamation No 386 last October 2023 with the anniversary of the revolution nowhere to be found in the list of regular and special nonworking holidays This mirrors the way Marcos Sr used the law as a dirty medium in manipulating power all for himself and thereby violating the rights and welfare of many

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Such a tactic may also function latently as a means of distracting the masses with the Charter Change (ChaCha) a widely used term to refer to the amendments or revisions in the 1987 Philippine Constitution

Various proposals made by the House of Representatives are circling the archipelago with the filing of RBH7 (Resolution of Both Houses No 7), a ‘near-clone’ of the predecessor RBH6, only proposing a few

In the eye of the tiger, accepting silence is not an option

A month after the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Office of Student Affairs (OSA) censorship over TomasinoWeb’s viral photo Ma Cecilia Tio Cuison the OSA Director is taking a medical leave

Now that OSA is under the leadership of Asst Prof Jaezamie Ong they plan to communicate with student organizations and address the policies surrounding the Campus Journalism Act This chain of events happened after a house resolution was passed with the intent to investigate the university s student rights violation

The resolution was made possible through lawyers from the Makabayan bloc and representatives from several parties it is composed of narratives regarding the repressive actions

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OSA made that deprived students of joining student organizations and expressing campus press freedom Kabataan Partylist Rep Raoul Manuel highlighted that there is a pattern in many educational institutions displaying campus repression

The now-deleted photo from TomasinoWeb displayed a group of students from the College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) entering a Seven-Eleven convenience store

They were wearing their type-B uniform which highly resembled the convenience store employee uniform

Though intended for a harmless laugh, the OSA perceived it as a humiliation for students After this censorship, TomasinoWeb president Jan Zamora explained how the deletion was not justified, but as the head of the organization, he knew they had to avoid repercussions

amendments on economic provisions to open up international interest The topic became another focal point of the protests marched by thousands of Filipinos to commemorate the anniversary

When Filipinos from all walks of life successfully campaigned 38 years ago, it served as a gentle reminder and promise to not elect another dictator in position, let alone another Marcos

In an administration where most officials use their power to conduct unethical activities we must remain as vigilant as ever

The Palace explained that the anniversary of the EDSA Revolution falls on a Sunday coinciding with the rest day for most laborers hence there is no major socioeconomic impact in declaring it a holiday

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The issue resulted in a nationwide discourse especially when the adviser of TomasinoWeb, Leo Laparan II resigned halting the organization from doing their activities

Numerous student protests were conducted at the university all asking for the termination of the OSA director and assistant

As the oldest university in Asia UST has had Christianity embedded in the university s decision-making

However, their recent behavior in this censorship proved their elitist stance The National Union of Journalists

However, one should focus less on the economic side of the holiday, but more so on the story behind the holiday as reverence for the true and astute Filipino spirit that is still fervently burning even after all these years

Despite the countless attempts of repression we need to keep our eyes open and leave it as it is for the next years to come regardless of whether a Marcos descendant is still in the seat or not

We should remain critical in pointing out both the subtle and loud misdeeds forged by the current administration

History may first appear repetitive but not when we learn something from it

The sun is still aflame and the heart of the protest is still looming large

We must go on with our lives tucking the thought of the protest deep within our minds as life is just an unending revolution

Today is the golden age to fight for what is truly right; look out for today commences the revolution of our lives

However, the consistent violation of students’ freedom of expression is more in control now, rather than putting attention on the student body matters

Though Cuison’s medical leave is a temporary solution their decision was a result of learning about a possible probe into the university

For now we can anticipate how the new OSA director will deliver their plans for ensuring a safe space for student journalists and organizations

The only question is whether they’d let go of their colonial and oppressive conventions or not Philippines (NUJP) explained how UST a catholic school, should uphold the dignity of work and honor the workers contributions to society

Not in a way they’d be ashamed of being compared to convenience store workers Their actions highly contrast with other educational institutions like De La Salle University in which they expressed their commitment to upholding press freedom at the campus level

On the other side, OSA, like any other school, wants its students, those they influence, to be free from shame by restricting their campus

In hopes that House Resolution 1633 will make its way to a committee hearing may Thomasian journalists reclaim the liberty of voicing their opinions free from the restraint of the university administration Allowing democracy to run and therefore truth to prevail

The role of campus journalism emphasizes the importance of being an articulate critical and vocal individual But with campus repression slowly shattering that light we must learn that campus journalists' passion will remain untouchable if we defend it

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Trabaho pagkatapos ng Senior High School ''

Ito ang isa sa makukulay na pangako ng naunang kurikulum ng

Senior High School ngunit tila ay hindi gaanong nararamdaman ng mga kabataan

Nitong ika-19 ng Pebrero nabanggit ni Bise Presidente at tagapamahala ng Kagawaran ng Edukasyon (DepEd) Sara Duterte na minamataan nila ang pagpapatupad ng bagong rebisyon ng kurikulum para sa Senior High School sa taong pampaaralan 2025-2026 upang mas maging handa ang kabataan sa pagtatrabaho

Alinsunod dito noong ika-27 ng Pebrero inatasan ni Presidente Bongbong Marcos ang pag koordina ng Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA) sa

DepEd

Mula rito, kung ang rebisyon at koordinasyon na ito ay tungo sa isang magandang kinabukasan para sa mga mag-aaral, nararapat lamang itong ituloy

Sa kasalukuyan naatasan ang TESDA kasama ang DepEd Commission on Higher Education (CHED) at ang Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) na bumuo ng grupong makakatulong sa pagsasaayos ng kurikulum

Naatasan silang alamin ang mga kaalaman at kakayahang mas nararapat na hubugin upang mapalago ang kakayahang magtrabaho ng mga nagtapos

Matatandaan na ayon sa pag-aaral ng DepEd isa sa sampung nakapagtapos ng Senior High School ang pinipiling mamasukan na habang humigitkumulang walo sa sampung nakapagtapos ang nagpapatuloy sa kolehiyo

Sa kabilang dako noong nakakaraang taon ayon sa Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) 20% lamang o isa sa limang Senior High School graduate ang nakakapagtrabaho

Dito makikita ang hirap ng mga nais makapagtrabaho dahil sa kaunting oportunidad sa ating bansa at mataas na pamantayan gaya ng college degree at work experience na kadalasang hinahanap sa mga aplikante

Ito ang daing ng mga kakatapos lang ng pag-aaral Kaya’t kakikitaan ba ito ng pag-asa upang maging solusyon?

O ma-iiwang pangako lamang?

Noon pa man may umuugong ng konotasyon na masyadong bata at kulang pa sa kasanayan ang mga bagong empleyadong nagmumula sa Senior High School

Nabanggit ni Love Basillote executive director PBED sa isang special report ni Chino Gaston na "Hindi nila alam na karamihan sa mga guma-graduate ng K-12 ay 18 years old na Kasi nandun pa rin sila sa mindset na 'ah high school graduate' so 16 underage Marami sa mga companies nagre-require talaga ng college level or college graduate sa mga H.R manuals nila It takes time to change those policies " Hindi rin maitatanggi na patuloy na lumalaganap ang kahirapan sa bansa

Kung kaya t magandang paigtingin ang bagong kurikulum na ito na may ugnayan sa ibat ibang sektang malapit sa paghahanap ng trabaho upang hustong mahubog ang mga kasanayang nararapat sa trabaho at pagharap sa realidad ng buhay

kung kaya't marami ang patuloy na umaasa na magkamit ng trabaho pagkatapos ng 2 taon sa Senior High School Isa ito sa dahilan kung bakit nararapat ang pagsasaayos ng kurikulum at pagigting ng kasanayan at kaalamang nararapat sa pagiging empleyado upang tunay na matupad ang pangakong binatawan ng unang kurikulum

Kaya naman mahalaga ang rebisyon ito upang magkaroon ng magandang produkto ang Senior High School nakaangkla sa mas napapanahong kakayahan at kaalamang pasok sa

pamantayan sa mga trabaho

Ito rin ay nagsisilbing pag-asa ng masa lalo na ng mga di nakaaangat sa buhay upang magkamit ng trabahong makakatulong upang unti-unting maka- ahon sa hirap Masolusyunan nawa ng bagong kurikulum ang mga daing ng na unang kurikulum upang magkaroon ng mas magandang kinabukasan ang mga senior high school graduate ng hindi masayang ang dalawang taong lubos na pinaghirapan

Kayamanan ng Bohol, ingatan at ipagtanggol. to ang patuloy na nanaig sa isipan ng nakararami mula sa I mainit na isyu patungkol sa Captain s Peak Garden Eco-Park isang resort na nakatayo sa may paanan ng Chocolate Hills sa Bohol Noong ika-anim ng Marso, nahagip ang naturang resort sa bidyo ni Renmark Nisnisan na kilala rin bilang Ren The Adventurer.”

Ang bidyo na isinagawa para sa panghihikayat ay tila naging hudyat sa paglabas ng samu t saring mga komento ng pagkadismaya at paghingi ng aksyon sa nasabing isyu

Kilala ang Chocolate Hills bilang isa sa kamangha-manghang lugar sa ating bansa at maituturing bilang kayamanan ng Bohol Kung kaya t marami ang nagpakita ng dismaya mula sa kumalat na bidyo na agad pumukaw sa atensyon ng mga opisyal

Kaya naman noong Marso 13 binigyan ng Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) ng Temporary Closure Order (TCO) ang nasabing resort dahil sa patuloy nitong pag-apura sa kabila ng kawalan ng Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)

ILLUSTRATED BY Carnaley Avril Geronimo

(PS) Resolution No 967 upang siyasatin ang pagtatayo ng mga imprastraktura sa paligid ng Chocolate Hills

Mula rito naging mitsa ito ng samu t saring pagkamulat patungkol sa kalagayan hindi lamang ng kalikasan ngunit sa kalakalan ng proseso na nangangalaga sa naturang lugar Ngunit paano nga ba ito humantong sa ganitong pangyayari? Tama pa nga ba ito o umabot na sa limitasyon na nararapat bigyang tuon?

Ang nais na aral na mapupulot mula sa pangyayaring ito ay ang pagiging mas maingat at mas masusi sa pagapruba ng mga lisensya at permiso

lalo na para sa mga negosyo na itatayo

sa mga pook tulad ng Chocolate Hills

Ang pangyayaring ito ay nagpapakita

ng mga kakulangan sa proseso ng panunuri kung saan tila nagmamadali sa kabila ng hindi malinaw na pagtanggap ng lokal na pamahalaan sa mga abiso

Noong 2023 pa lamang naihain ang TCO at kamakailan lamang noong Enero naipasa ang Notice of Violation, na nagpapakita ng mga pagkukulang sa pagpapatupad ng regulasyon at pakikiisa sa pagitan ng mga ahensya

Kaugnay nito marami ang nagulat na may business permit ang nasabing resort bagama t wala pa silang ECC

mula sa DENR na siyang mahalagang dokumento para sa mga negosyo sa naturang lugar

Sa pagkuha ng business permit ayon kay Julieta Sablas tagapamahala sa naturang resort Hindi nila tinanong kung sumunod kami sa kinakailangan ng ECC

Hindi rin akreditado ng DOT ang naturang resort Ayon sa isang memorandum “Alinsunod sa Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) ng Republic Act No 9593 ang 'Primary Tourism Enterprises (PTEs) tulad ng mga hotel resort inns at iba pang accommodation establishments ay nangangailangan kumuha ng akreditasyon mula mula sa Department of Tourism (DOT) para sa pagpapalabas ng lisensya o lisensya para sa pagapera.”

Bukod dito, sa panahon ng modernisasyon, nawa ’ y ating bigyan halaga at isalba ang kalikasang patuloy na nagpapaalala ng kapaligirang puno ng kalinisan at isang kayamanan na

itinatangi ng ating bansa Kung kaya’t bagamat legal ang pagmamay-ari ng lugar na kinatatayuan, nawa ’ y isaisip ang kapakanan ng iniingatan na lugar at kinabukasan nito

Ayon din sa DENR kanilang iginagalang ang karapatan at interes ng mga may-ari ng lupa sa nasabing protektadong lugar Ngunit mas mahigpit ang paggamit ng lupa at nakapaloob ang mga detalyeng ito sa pahayag tungkol sa epekto sa kapaligiran na siyang isinisiwalat bago maglabas ng ECC

Panghuli nawa y magsilbi itong aral sa mga negosyante na mahalagang isaisip ang maaring epekto ng kanilang itatayo na negosyo hindi lamang sa ekonomiya ngunit sa lugar na tatayuan nito Nabanggit ni Hernando Bacosa isang propesor ng agham pangkalikasan May epekto ito sa turismo dahil ang kapaligiran o ang ecosystem ay nasira Hindi na ito magiging atraksyon sa turismo Sasabihin ng mga turista na hindi na natural ang kapaligiran Ang Chocolate Hills ay hindi na maganda dahil sa maraming impastraktura.”

Mula rito nawa y maging hudyat ang isyung ito upang mas mabuhay sa ating diwa ang pagsasaalang-alang ng kalikasan na unti-unting nalalagay sa panganib Tayo ang itinuturing tagapangalaga nito ngunit dahil sa pagiging makasarili ating nasisira ang yamang ipinagkaloob

Ating itatak sa isipan na huwag masilaw sa pera bagkus kalagayan ng kalikasan ay dapat patuloy na ikunsidera Ang yaman ng Bohol at bansa atin nang ingatan at isalba

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ni Vetina Soriano

by Zaynnah Trias

What purpose does history serve if not for the realization

of learnings that come along with our ancestors’ abuse and oppression?

The EDSA People Power Revolution has long been down the history books since 1986, but the causes it championed remain an issue until now

The Charter Change (ChaCha) Movement is a reform that seeks to amend the 1987 Philippine Constitution

Its proponents have been advocating this mainly for economic provisions that will allow 100% ownership among foreign investors and businessmen

Certain questions regarding its legitimacy and transparency have been raised, however, as the opposition sees this as means for politicians to extend their term and establish their power through a parliamentary government

Ironically the very surname that Filipinos fought hard to overthrow in 1986 oversees the country’s political landscape once again In a vicious cycle of events the constitution that breathed with Marcos' downfall is on the verge of breaking under Marcos’ jurisdiction

Appropriate resistance must be held to prevent the constitution that holds sovereignty and balance from falling apart

To amplify the need for resistance it is important to understand that charter change is not necessary to address the country s economic concerns

Laws allowing foreign ownership of public utilities and services have been passed through the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the amended Public Service Act

More importantly, there is no certainty that the proposed Constituent Assembly will only tackle the economic aspects of the constitution, given the scope of power given to them If implemented, the ChaCha movement will only invalidate the courage and solidarity

Bni Marc Laurence Nada

ilang makabagong henerasyon masasabi nga ba nating tunay na

nakamit ng Pilipinas ang kasarinlan mula sa mga mapang-apid at ganid ng ating mga mananakop?

“What is at stake now is our future, so we’ll just separate,”

saad ni dating pangulong Rodrigo Duterte na nais ihiwalay ang Mindanao sa bansa upang makamit nito ang kasarinlan Umani ito ng atensyon at naging paksa ng mga talakayan

Hindi na bago sa usapin ang mga geopolitical na isyu sa bansa Noong Mayo 1968, nagkaroon na ng kilusang kasarinlan ang Mindanao

At noong nasa puwesto pa si Duterte nais niyang gawing pederal ang ating sistema ng gobyerno

Ito ay umani ng suporta kay senador Robin Padilla at patuloy niyang isinusulong ito

Ayon sa mga kritiko, nais gamitin ni Duterte ang secession bilang alternatibo sa pederalismo Maraming dahilan kung bakit ito isinusulong

Una kung maisasakatuparan ito magkakaroon ng sosyal ekonomikal at politikal na kasarinlan ang Mindanao

showcased by those who battled against dictatorship and championed progressive change

Senator Risa Hontiveros previously pointed out that the campaign is triggered by hidden agendas and power struggle and warned against the trap of political maneuvering

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hidden underneath the idealness of it all the political dignity of our country

Ultimately the past shall never remain in history books alone The narratives and principles that have been shaped then must continue to compel good change in our society particularly if it concerns

Perhaps the proponents of ChaCha should ensure that the people s initiative remain as the voice of people and not of those who simply wanted to perpetuate themselves in power

Ayon kay Duterte yumabong ang yaman ng Mindanao sa kabila ng pagiging mahirap na pulo noon at mas yayabong ang yaman ng Mindanao kung maisasagawa ito

Malaking impluwensya ang relihiyon sa politika Ayon kay Padilla, kulang ang mga batas sa Pilipinas na para sa mga Muslim

Gayunpaman nais niyang magkaroon ng buong kalayaan ang Mindanao ng pamahalaan na magbibigay ng buong suporta sa relihiyong Islam

Ngunit kinondena ng Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) at limampu t tatlong kongresista mula sa Mindanao ang secession ng Mindanao

Labag sa ating konstitusyon ang paghihiwalay ng Mindanao sa bansa Ipinagtitibay ng Artikulo II Seksyon 2 ng 1987 Constitution ang pagtataguyod ng prinsipyo ng ating bansa bilang demokratikong lipunan at integridad sa teritoryo ng Pilipinas kahit anumang pulo rehiyon o probinsya

Hindi sagot ang secession at pederalismo upang maging progresibong pulo ang Mindanao o

Maaaring magdulot lamang ito ng sosyal ekonomikal at politikal na mga suliranin Maaari nitong mapahina ang pagkakaisa at pagkakakilanlan ng mga Pilipino pagpastid sa ating ekonomiya at pagtulot sa mga dinastiyang pampolitika sa bansa

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What is the purpose of your position if you’d rather serve a criminal than the people?

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The arrest warrant is a result of his failed show cause order and absence from the senate hearing regarding the allegations of human trafficking sexual abuse financial fraud and violence

Before the contempt of arrest against the pastor proceeded there was an objection led by Sen Robin Padilla along with Sen Bong Go Sen Imee Marcos, Sen Cynthia Villar, and Sen Mark Villar

However they failed to assemble eight senators required to dissolve the contempt order Still the number of politicians willing to discontinue a motion to arrest a wanted man by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is quite unsettling

According to Sen Padilla the probe into Quiboloy and KOJC contradicts the 1987 Constitution principle regarding the separation of church and state But that is proved wrong because the resolution does not prohibit public officials from conducting an investigation even if it invades religious beliefs and figures

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Amidst the subpoena order to Quiboloy an audio recording was published wherein the “appointed son of God” claimed he had a bounty on his head which made it difficult for him to attend the public hearings as he was being targeted by the FBI He also questions President Ferdinand Marcos Jr if he cooperated with the FBI to locate him

The allegation was denied by PBBM which continues to advise Quiboloy to submit himself to better prove the allegations false

Meanwhile, Sen Bato Dela Rosa offers his support for him as a one-man security team if he ever presents himself at the senate

From their statements these politicians express their support for Quiboloy in a manner that they ignore the validity of his human rights abuses

Aside from the senators Vice President Sara Duterte and former President Rodrigo Duterte took part in a prayer rally earlier in March supporting Quiboloy

VP Sara was also quick to subvert her views supporting Quiboloy and his company network, Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) after her statement describing the senate investigation as a trial of publicity and that suspending the SMNI franchise as a form of media freedom issue”

She also highlighted the lack of credibility because of the anonymous witnesses part of the hearings last January A new addition to the issue of Duterte s support for Quiboloy was revealed by the KOJC when they proclaimed the former president as their property administrator

With such an unbreakable tie Hontiveros pointed out how much Quiboloy trusts Duterte as someone to manage his properties According to Quiboloy s legal counsel Ferdinand Topacio Duterte s expertise as a seasoned lawyer sets him ideal as the administrator This prompts money laundering issues between the two

No politician can be called a public servant if they would rather serve their friends and not the country that voted for them The experiences of KOJC s victims are minimized by the same politicians who vowed to be “makatarungan at maasahan” in their campaigns

A victim by the alias of Amanda was only a minor when she was made to believe that massaging the pastor was a privilege Former KOJC member, Alias Jerome said the church prohibited dating and he was tortured as punishment These narratives were a result of Quiboloy s weaponization of religion as a means of abuse

In the United States, Quiboloy and other personnel in KOJC and a paralegal have been indicted since 2021

Though they were never arrested, hopes for extradition rose as a California judge unsealed the warrant against the pastor which oftentimes signals the first step for an international arrest as reported by GMA

When searching for justice has become an obstacle course in our country we have to reach out to an international authority to assist us This describes how immensely tarnished our justice system is

Our system can still be cleansed if the right leaders have been elected As the 2025 midterm elections approach let this issue on Quiboloy’s senator guardians be a reminder of why we should vote for more effective politicians who can rightfully serve the country

Our government no longer needs politicians who weaken the sovereignty of the nation Additionally we don t have to mistake authoritarian leadership for someone who makes progressive actions ethically

What the Filipinos need are more of those who are willing to be a beacon for the oppressed and illuminate their path to justice

THE OFFICIAL STUDENT PUBLICATION OF CENTRO ESCOLAR INTEGRATED SCHOOL MALOLOS A.Y. 2023-2024

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the heat surrounding the notorious Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) founder, Pastor Apollo Quiboloy flares up as an arrest order from the Senate and case charges from the Department of Justice (DOJ) hunt for him

FEATURES

Athan the curtain of sleep The pop alchemist Ariana Grande has revived the scene with her seventh studio album "eternal sunshine " and has transformed her many triumphs and tribulations into music

Returning from its namesake film this heavenly return offers a chance to rewrite the narrative not just rewind it

Featuring Grande s trademark soaring vocals and an eclectic collection of synth-pop melodies, the album shimmers with the usual brilliance of her previous efforts However a desire to descend into the murky recesses of one ' s soul reveals a newfound depth behind this aural glitter

The record which alludes to the 2004 film starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet has a title that suggests polarity It alludes to a wish to put previous wounds in the past and erase them Nevertheless, the optimistic tone of sunshine implies a strong desire for a more promising tomorrow The juxtaposition of light and dark is present throughout the whole listening session

A love that, though broken, leaves an everlasting glow on our souls is the subject of this somber reflection on transience and memory The recurring themes of love sorrow and life are hinted at in songs like "Saturn Returns Interlude " a celestial interlude featuring astrologer Diana Garland

The reflective trip that Grande has on bespeaks an extent of maturity that surpasses her years which is a clear indication of how her experiences have influenced her public persona

by Precious Sabine Pinto

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One of the album s standout tracks " we can't be friends (wait for your love) " ignites the album with a bittersweet synth-pop explosion

Its music video a clever nod to Grande s acting chops reunites her with Evan Peters in a story that mirrors the album s central theme While the visuals pay homage to the film's exploration of lost love through memory erasure the leads find a happier ending

By the closing shot, they re not clinging to the past but embracing new beginnings content in the arms of others

This optimistic twist could be interpreted as Grande's own yearning for reconciliation a plea to the media to rediscover the love they once held for her

Gone are the days of portraying carefree indulgence eternal sunshine throbs with an unflinching honesty that feels wonderfully natural

Whispers of a tumultuous past linger – a past painted in tabloid headlines, a kaleidoscope of love and loss, a whirlwind romance that blossomed into a fleeting marriage

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Grande doesn't flinch from the wreckage; instead, she alchemizes it into art

Due to this transparency the album goes beyond being merely an assortment of notable songs and becomes a work of art

by Jeane Macxene Franco

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First impressions last; you only have one chance to make a first impression As students we must set a standard for ourselves We need to make a good impression so that others will understand the character we are creating In life we have two stages: the frontstage and the backstage We choose how to present ourselves before an audience However not all the time we show our true selves

Sometimes we only serve what the audience is hungry for not what we can offer

What the audience sees is our public life the frontstage and how we present ourselves to their liking The backstage on the other hand remains unknown It is our private life

A student’s silent battles are not seen when presenting oneself

People only care about the outcome of the performance and not the preparation which makes students do their best for the people to be proud rather than for themselves to be happy and enjoy themselves

In a student s life it is customary to be ecstatic every time we receive high grades and good critiques from teachers and classmates

It is also valid to feel down and upset when we don t meet the expectations set for ourselves Academic validation is when a student relates their worth to their academic performance It is when one ’ s selfesteem and character are tied to one s academic achievements

Recognizing a student s performance paves the way for maintaining their motivation and commitment to their work

Positive recognition develops a student s character and encourages success

With this we can be certain that students will respond with more determination and persistence

On the other hand negative perceptions tend to crush a student s feelings easily

Whenever one receives a lousy critique on their performance they often lose sight of determination

Throughout a student s journey, there have been several occasions where students value their grades more than their well-being

Students are enclosed with the thought that school is just for the grades and not a ground to manifest other skills and talents

Seeking academic validation puts students under too much stress and pressure since they want to exceed the expectations of others and themselves

The carefully crafted facade of pop celebrity is beginning to crumble, and her fans are no longer merely enthralled by her singing prowess; they are being dragged into her inner sanctuary

Much like a diary the album is a whispered confession shared with millions With eternal sunshine Grande has redefined her sound and the essence of what her future releases hold We can no longer expect the same sugary pop and saccharine confections of yesteryear

Instead we eagerly await the next chapter in this celestial saga which promises to be as captivatingly vulnerable as it is undeniably brilliant each one a cosmic event in its own right

As the final track reaches its quiet end a lingering warmth embraces the listener It's a subtle shift in perspective - vulnerability once perceived as a weakness, now burns brighter than any celestial body

“Grades don’t define me. ” If they don’t, then what does?

Instead of school being a fun learning environment it becomes a place for competition and stress

With all of this in mind we can be certain that who we are in school is not who we are We have created a new face inside the classroom walls that we can hardly call our own

After the final act it is finally time to meet ourselves backstage However we cannot differentiate our character on stage from who we are backstage

As the curtain falls after the final scene we find it impossible to remove this mask This character has taken over our souls making us prisoners of our thoughts

“We must choose our selfpresentations carefully, for what starts out as a mask may become your face” – Erving Goffman

We get caught up in the illusion that life is a play It does not matter how long it lasts but how well it was played

As students, we should care about how fulfilling an act is Your worth is not defined by the loudness of applause from the audience the sound of cheers or the beautiful symphony of the orchestra

What matters is the number of people who show up as you perform not to pressure you but to see you enjoy yourself as you present yourself

Moving forward we must remember that it is all right to create a character to mask our authentic selves but we should always consider taking it off to live the life we have backstage

drowsy rumble The four-year stillness is broken by an echoing "Wake up..." rather

CEIS PUTS THE SCIENCE IN CIENCIA Y VIRTUD

by Roi Victoria and Samantha Deray

Centro Escolar Integrated School (CEIS)-Malolos have participated in various science and technology competitions over the last two months: the 9th Philippine Robothon, the Philippine Biology Olympiad (PBO), and Tagisan 2024.

The 9th Philippine Robothon and PBO’s quarter-final eliminations were held on February 4.

9TH PHILIPPINE ROBOTHON

For Robothon, the junior high school (JHS) participants: Lord Benedict Janda, Maria Franchesca Santos, and Chryzander Jed Melecio, senior high school (SHS) Team 1: Andrey Benyx Cabrera, John Constantine Tan, and Jerome Joematrio Bautista, SHS Team 2: Carlos Amaranto, Tobit Morilla, and Aaron Tayug, and their coach, Ms Jennie Orpilla reached St Paul College Pasig in Pasig City to participate in the 9th Philippine Robothon’s Mini-Robot Challenge (MRC)

They were allotted two hours to implement their pre-programmed code into a provided pre-built robot

The objective of the challenge is to complete various tasks given in advance, allowing for countless tests and numerous iterations of solutions This tactic encourages the participants to seek multiple ways of approaching the problem

The hard work of each entrant paid off as the JHS Division received an MRC Distinction Award for placing as 3rd runner-up Moreover, the SHS Division received the same award for team 2 as 2nd runner-up and team 1 as 1st runner-up

Bautista, from SHS team 1, briefly described their experience during the preparation and competition for the event

“Sobrang tagal ng preparations, pero hindi over prepped, sakto lang,” he said in an interview

“Narefine namin to the point na mas maganda yung code over everyone,” he added

The CEIS team spent immense effort in optimizing their code, staying on campus grounds until 7 PM on some occasions

“Mas maganda talaga code namin, siyempre kami gumawa eh,” Baustista kiddingly remarked as the interview concluded

Unfortunately, CEIS only managed to enter the MRC category for this year Late announcements due to internal communication issues obstructed the participants from joining the Innovative Open Category (IOC) despite starting the conceptualization process and team selection

Orpilla expressed frustration regarding this matter, mentioning that she hopes it will not happen again

Robothon is a competition supported by First Eduspec Inc (FEI), a company that promotes 21stcentury learning essentials through inventive Information and Communication Technology programs delivered to various institutions

With the theme "FUTURE (Filipinos in Unified Technologies, Unveiling Robotics Excellence)”, this year’s Robothon aims to foster the youth's ambitions as they resolve community issues using innovative methods Their preparations lasted for several weeks, and getting pulled out from class on the last few days before the competition

TAGISAN '24

Weeks later, on March 22, eight representatives from CEIS-Malolos participated in Tagisan ‘24, hosted by CEIS-Manila

The CEIS entrants, Math-Sci Team 1: Joanna Chiney Kaye Santos, Roi Edan Victoria, and Jerome Joematrio Bautista, Math-Sci Team 2: Andre Guevarra, Samantha Deray, and Keith Anderson Argonza, Spelling, Precious Sabine Pinto and Althea Nina Chozas, and Mr Raymond Carlo Mendoza drove to Centro Escolar University (CEU)-Mediola to compete

Pinto and Chozas were named among the Top 10 Finalists for spelling, the only category to receive distinction awards Pinto is also the reigning spelling bee champion after she emerged as the victor of the previous CEIS-Malolos sportsfest

“Latest results on the tally before access was restricted show SciMath Team 1 at the 16th spot,” said Mendoza, who chaperoned the contestants

The participants were satisfied with what they achieved: “10-minute prep, not too shabby,” said Victoria Deray, however, expressed light dissatisfaction with the preparation. She noted how the invites were sudden, given that the timeframe until the competition is less than a week

“Imagine kung months yung preparation” Deray added She was okay with the results, given the circumstances, noting that her statements were born out of curiosity

PHILIPPINE BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD

Hopping onto Quezon City, CEIS representatives: Reizel Nicole Mendoza, Keith Anderson Argonza, Nicaseah Art Balog, and Rein Shandris Sillano, along with their coach Mr Ralph Joseph Lopez arrived at Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) to ignite their minds as they compete for the 7th Philippine Biology Olympiad

The list of the semi-finalists was released 21 days later on February 25 55 students from various institutions were announced to be qualified to proceed to the semi-finals to be held on March 15

Reizel Mendoza, one of the participants, was among the Top 55 Finalists making her qualified to return to ADMU and compete for a spot to participate in the Finals

Along with her coach Mr Lopez Mendoza competed last March 15-17

Educational activities, such as an amazing race and a wildlife tour followed the competition proper Mendoza failed to secure a spot in the Top 20 Finalists Nevertheless, she remains one of the institution's pride and joy

Lopez commended Mendoza’s efforts in a personal message forwarded to the publication: “Nevertheless, she did a great job these past few days ”

Mrs Teresita de Leon, assistant principal to CEIS-Malolos, also commended the preparations and training undertaken by Mendoza She noted witnessing the great efforts spent by the semi-finalist on reviewing and studying materials within the scope of the competition

Published on their official website, PBO 24’ reflects the theme SULONG, a Tagalog word for "advance," "forward," and "progress" that serves as a reminder to put life sciences above all, first

“SULONG demonstrates how a progressive approach to science leads us the students, scholars, and scientists-to-be to difficult challenges but also to better opportunities and learning experiences,” posted on the same website

The PBO is a national competition requiring the participating schools to select four partakers from 7th to 12th grade in a battle of the brains to boost their interest, passion, and awareness of Biology

The Top 4 students who emerge as victors of the PBO will represent the country in the International Biology Olympiad (IBO) which will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan

All in all, the participants agreed that they had a fantastic time: “nag-enjoy kami, chill lang, the experience was worth it,” they exclaimed on the way back to their home campus

The competition is an annual inter-high school event hosted by the Honor Society of CEIS-Manila to promote intellectual competence via competitive and collaborative activities

Tagisan: Infinite Horizons aims to encourage academic brilliance and collaborative mastery through friendly competition among multiple schools across the Metro,” posted on the CEIS TAGISAN 2024 Facebook page

Participation in these contests offers a platform for students to showcase their skills, apply their knowledge in practical settings, and push their intellectual boundaries

Exposure to a competitive but supportive environment encourages the development of global perspectives and cultivates a thirst for knowledge and innovation

ni Jessie Jillianne Racoma

“Hindi mo kaya ‘yan, iparaya mo na sa mga lalaki,” sabi sa akin ng kaklase ko.

Sa nakalipas na ilang panahon ang mga babae katulad ko ay palaging nakikita

bilang isang taong mahina at hindi kaya ang mga gawain ng mga kalalakihan

Habang lumalaki ako ang mga kababaihan ay tila mga ibong nakakulong sa hawla ng lipunang puno ng pagkiling at pagbabawal

Maraming kwento kung saan ang mga babae ay inilalarawan bilang mahina at walang kapangyarihan

Mula noong panahon ng mga Espanyol ang itinuturing edukasyon ng mga babae ay nakatuon sa mga asignaturang gawain sa bahay tulad ng pananahi at pagluluto

Ang mga babae sa panahon na iyon ay hindi hinihikayat na magkaroon ng papel na ginagampanan sa labas ng kanilang tahanan

Subalit sa paglipas ng panahon ang mga kababaihan ay patuloy na lumalaban at nagpapakita ng kanilang tunay na lakas at kahusayan mula sa simpleng gawaing bahay hanggang sa pinakamataas na posisyon sa lipunan, nabasag ang mga hawlang gawa ng maling pananaw at diskriminasyon

Tulad nalang ng aktres na si Emma Watson na nagsalita sa mga karapatang pantao ng mga kababaihan I think it is right that socially I am afforded the same respect as men " pero kahit na tayo ay magpursigi sa pagkamit ng pagkakapantaypantay na tingin ng tao sa babae at lalaki, "there is no one country in the world where all women can expect to receive these rights dagdag pa niya

Para sa National Women's Month Celebration (NWMC) ngayong taon sa Pilipinas para sa Marso 2024 ang tema ay "Lipunang Patas sa Bagong Pilipinas; Kakayahan ng Kababaihan patutunayan!"

Kung saan ipinapakita nito kung paano dapat makita at kilalanin ang mga kakayahan ng kababaihan

Una sa parte nito ay ang Equitable Opportunities” kung saan ito ay nananawagan para sa isang " new Philippines" kung saan ang mga kababaihan ay binigyan ng patas na pagkakataon at hindi hadlang sa mga bias ng kasarian o mga stereotypes

Itinuturing itong tulay sa hindi pantay na pakikitungo sa mga kababaihan na maaaring

ILLUSTRATEDBY ErvinRusselGalang

Sa pagtingin ko hinaharap kung saan ang mga batang babae ay hindi nag aatubili upang ituloy ang mga trabahong tradisyunal na kaugnay sa mga lalaki tulad ng mga opisyal ng pulisya, inhinyero, at mga lider

Ang tulay na ito, bagama’t hindi likha ng mga kilalang inhinyero ay matibay na itinindig sa pamamagitan ng kanilang mga pangarap at determinasyon at sa suporta ng mga kababaihang nagkakaisa sa layuning ito Pangalawang parte naman ay ang “Harnessing Potential na naglalayong ipakita at gamitin ang buong potensyal ng kababaihan at mga batang babae sa aktibong paglahok at pag aani ng mga benepisyo ng pambansang paglago at pag unlad

On Writing; A Collection

What does writing feel like?

Picking up a pen and then

That was what writing felt like at first Back when I was just a child I dreaded writing assignments making random lines on paper

How could anyone enjoy writing?

The ache in your hand once you finish a barely comprehensible squiggle of lines that were supposed letters and symbols that meant little to nothing other than smudges of carbon on paper

Words And I never understood them nor felt them until I got introduced to books

Paragraphs of words made of recognizable shapes and lines I learned in school never seemed very appealing

Reading was a chore and I believed there was little to no joy that could come from just paragraphs of words until I picked up a story and read I felt them then

I felt the words come alive right before my eyes as the prince fought the dragon as Mama Bear made delicious-smelling honeyroasted chicken as a little girl fell in love with butterflies fluttering in her heart

What does writing feel like? It felt like pain and satisfaction and excitement

Instead of assignments I wrote the stories I loved to read

I was too young for a laptop but a pencil and paper were just enough to keep me going I wrote of Gods and Dragons and Golden Apples

I was proud of what I worked on My hand ached but I was satisfied that I have finished a chapter and was excited to share it with the people around me

The pain was something I cherished and enjoyed but because of the things I did, none of them ever gave me as much joy as writing did

I did not detest the ache in my hand, learned to love it, and continued writing It was the satisfaction of finishing a story

What does writing feel like? It s like a defiance against destiny, a rebellion against the very fabric of the universe

But can rebellion ever be silent? Can one oppose something and remain silent or does that equate to doing nothing at all?

After pouring out stories unraveling the mysteries of the night sky and uncovering the secrets of the universe wouldn't it all be meaningless if kept hidden?

Through writing and sharing numerous stories I've come to understand a crucial lesson: every story serves a purpose

Sa kalangitan ng pagkakapantay-pantay ang bawat kababaihan ay isang bituin nagliliwanag, nagbibigay-inspirasyon, at nagpapatunay na ang kanilang kakayanan ay walang hangganan Gaya ni Hidilyn Diaz na sa bawat pag-angat ng bakal ay nag-aangat din ng diwa ng bawat Pilipina pinatutunayan na ang kakayahan ay hindi nasusukat sa kasarian Kaya ng mga kalalakihan, kaya rin ng kababaihan

Ang Harnessing Potential na ito ay hindi lamang parte ng tema sa buwan ng mga kababaihan, kundi isa tong susi sa pagbubukas ng daan para sa mga kababaihan na naglalayong maipakita ang kanilang kakayahan

Tulad ng isang ibong nakapiit ang kababaihan ay madalas na nakakaranas ng mga hadlang sa kanilang kalayaan Subalit sa pagkakaisa at suporta ng mga kapwa nila babae at ng mga progresibong indibidwal unti-unti nilang nakakamit ang kanilang mga abot-tanaw na pangarap

Sa pagtanggi sa mga negatibong pananaw na hindi nararapat bigyang-pansin ang mga kababaihan ay sama-samang kumikilos upang baguhin ang maling persepsyon na sila y babae lang at sa halip ay kinikilala bilang mga makapangyarihang tagapagdala ng pagbabago

Ayon nga kay dating Senador Miriam Defensor Santiago

“Hindimodapatmawala sapaninginkunganoang

iyong pinaniniwalaan,

hindimodapatmawalasa paningin ang layunin. Dapat mong balewalain angmgaboses,dahilmay

masmalalakinglabanang dapatipaglaban.”

byFerneGaiaGalvez byLyndonBrentSantos

Some challenge established beliefs while others ignite the imagination of budding storytellers No story should be withheld; all are worthy of being shared

What does writing feel like? You do not know yet When mine feels like a mirror, yours may feel a roaring fire, roaring its destruction and passion to the world

When mine feels like naming stars yours may feel like digging deep into the the earth

When mine feels like a rebellion yours may feel like watching the start and end of the very cosmos But you do not know yet

There are so many seas skies galaxies stars and universes you have barely scratched the surface off Be willing to leap into those stories those ideas that seem too big, too abstract and breathe life into them because you and you alone are the only ones who will be able to

To me, writing is pain, and satisfaction and excitement It is a mirror of myself a map of my soul and an offer to bring you to a place that has never existed

But now, you must answer this question on your own What does writing feel like to you?

Abright future awaits aspiring students who want to pursue

quality education in our country especially those who are less fortunate and cannot apply to prominent expensive universities

College entrance exams are a term that strikes fear and nervousness in students The fate of each one s future lies within the results itself

It seems like the stars aligned for me

tonight The University of the Philippines will be holding its UPCAT on August 10th and 11th 2024! I have got to give it a shot

Those days of reviewing were among the hardest The preparation and anxiety were definitely for the books but I had to continue for my future and dreams!

My heart pounds almost out of my chest as the day I have been waiting for arrives: the UPCAT 2024 is today Adrenaline rushed through my veins as I breathed; here goes nothing

After the exams I honestly did not expect anything I did not know if I passed or not but who knows? I think luck will be on my side

But suddenly an email came to me that night UP sent it! I did not dare open it I kept staring at the notification for hours, and fear crept up in my mind as I started to become more anxious

Then I decided to open it; there was nothing to lose, right? While holding my breath I clicked on it without looking Once I finally opened my eyes to see the email I could not believe what I saw

“Congratulations! You have been accepted into the University of the Philippines

My whole world stopped I felt joy, excitement, glee, and tears in my eyes all at the same time I just got into my dream university! I screamed with all my heart, feeling all my emotions at once

As I looked outside my window, I could see the stars Huh well it seems the stars collided in my favor tonight

magbigay daan sa kanila na makamit ang kanilang mga ninanain

byPreciousSabinePintoandJessieJillianneRacoma

Once upon a time a familiar council of emotions reigned

supreme within the bustling city of Riley's mind

Joy the charismatic mayor kept things running smoothly But whispers of change rustled through the swarming avenues

New faces with furrowed brows and envious glances began to appear at the city gates

It seemed adolescence a mischievous imp with a kaleidoscope of complex emotions had arrived at the doorstep of Headquarters and the established order was about to be delightfully disrupted

Inside Out is a 2015 animated movie produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures

This film, directed by Pete Docter, implies the inner workings of Riley s mind, a young girl who adjusts to her new surroundings as they relocate while five emotions regulate her thought processes

These emotions joy sadness disgust fear and anger navigate multifaceted lanes of emotions within young Riley's mind

PHOTOFROM DisneyMovies

As this film prepares to pique our imaginations once more "Inside Out 2" will be released on June 14 2024

Headquarters is suddenly razed making way for unanticipated freshmen: new emotions! They are Anxiety Envy Ennui and Embarrassment each with different colors

Anxiety with its gnawing sense of unease and Envy with its green-eyed visage of longing speak to the universal experiences of longing and apprehension

Meanwhile Ennui that pervasive sense of listlessness and Embarrassment the crimson cloak of social discomfort offer insights into the trials and tribulations of adolescence

These newcomers represent the tumultuous years of adolescence when the once-clear emotional landscape becomes a kaleidoscope of uncertainty self-doubt and social anxieties

It's a period where fleeting friendships can morph into agonizing betrayals fueled by Envy's barbed whispers and a single misstep can trigger a crimson tidal wave of Embarrassment

Inside Out 2 bravely delves into this emotional minefield acknowledging that these "negative" emotions often relegated to the shadows are as crucial as their jubilant counterparts

But why is a children's film venturing into such complex territory?

The answer lies in the very essence of childhood – a period of vulnerability and exploration

Inside Out 2 serves as a vital compass navigating young minds

through the confusing currents of adolescence

The film allows children to acknowledge and understand these often uncomfortable feelings by personifying these emotions

It normalizes the roller coaster ride of emotions offering a safe space to explore the anxieties that keep them up at night and the Envy that may flicker when a friend receives a coveted gift

The movie serves as a link between children and adults, encouraging compassion and fostering empathy across generations

Through the lens of vivid storytelling it provides an insight into the unspoken conflicts raging in the minds of the young connecting gaps with affection

This sharing of encounters fosters a kinship that surpasses age inviting interactions that light up the mysterious journey of growing up

It's a beacon that glows on the shared trajectory of human emotion directing us to the place where one ' s heart speaks and we truly listen to the resonances of young adulthood

“Ring, Ring ”

The alarm clock resonated as it marked the start of the day May

The skies are clear and painted in blue favoring the glamorous event that is bound to happen in a few hours My excitement can t be contained; heaven knows how much I ve waited for this day to come

Oscars of Fashion that s what they call this event commonly known as the Met Gala A day when all A-list celebrities gather for the annual opening of the Metropolitan Museum of Art s Costume Institute s fashion exhibit

It may seem like it’s all about extravagant gowns and famous fashion celebrities, yet behind everything lies the heart of it all

The charity Met Gala covers the fundraising for sustaining the Metropolitan Museum of Art s programming, conservation, and research

It contributes significantly to how people are enabled to visit and experience the power of art Met Gala s fundraising and purpose are no joke It tends to raise millions and sometimes above

It even came to a point where the funds reached the sum of eight figures Well it s not that impossible since each ticket to the Met costs around 35 000 dollars with tables ranging from 200 000 to 300 000 dollars

These are all bought by designers and brands that we buy our goods from

It’s a dream come true to be here in Metropolitan New York City, embracing the warm weather and the beauty of the green It is indeed springtime

This is the perfect season to enjoy and sightsee the flowers and plants growing before your eyes

Now I realize! This must be the reason for this year s Met Gala dressing theme!

byWendyAmorPineda

This year s theme exhibition is Sleeping Beauty: Reawakening Fashion." It was meant to revive fashion history and promote the use of natural materials to make certain designs

With these in mind it has come to attention that the Met Gala also aims to focus on the sustainability of fashion and to look back on the evolution of human history

Also aligning with the spring breeze is the theme dressing Garden of Time

As I made my way through the fashion exhibition my eyes were feasted and full with the 250 significant pieces displayed before me What caught my attention the most was the Elizabethan bodice and a silk satin ball gown dating back to 1877

A masterpiece by the American couturier Charles Frederick Worth It is truly a mesmerizing sight to see Met Gala, you never fail to amaze me!

Beep Beep!" car sounds screamed in my ear taking me back to the present Stuck in the traffic with the heat and pollution embracing me What a dream you truly are Met Gala

6 2024 It s finally D-DAY!

by Neomie Ashley Vasquez

As I sit here staring blankly at the screen before me the

cursor blinking tauntingly against the stark white canvas of my word processor, I find myself grappling with a profound sense of exhaustion that transcends mere physical fatigue

It is a weariness of the soul a bone-deep weariness that no amount of caffeine or willpower can alleviate I am a student and I am burnt out

Amidst the frenzied whirlwind of academic life it often feels as though I am adrift in a tempestuous sea buffeted by waves of deadlines assignments and expectations crashing relentlessly upon me

Each day becomes a battleground a constant struggle to keep my head above water amidst the onslaught of lectures readings and exams

The pressure to excel looms ominously lurking behind every grade and award whispering insidiously in the recesses of my mind

But beneath the facade of productivity lies a darker truth one that I have long struggled to confront: I am exhausted depleted running on fumes

Burnout, like a silent specter, haunts my every waking moment, casting a shadow over my oncevibrant dreams and aspirations

A thief of joy robbing me of the passion and enthusiasm that once fueled my academic pursuits

The signs of burnout are all too familiar: the creeping sense of apathy that colors my interactions with classmates and professors the gnawing anxiety that torments the edges of my consciousness the deep weariness that settles into my bones like an unwelcome guest

And yet I suffer in silence terrified of admitting weakness or vulnerability in a society that values honor and power above all else

But the truth is, I know, I m not alone Across campuses worldwide, students like myself grapple with the relentless pressure to excel, sacrificing their mental and physical well-being at the altar of academic achievement

We are caught in a vicious cycle of overwork and underrest our worth measured by grades and extracurricular activities rather than the depth of our learnings

To my fellow students, I offer these words of encouragement: You are not defined by your achievements or your failures, but by the courage with which you face adversity and the compassion with which you treat yourself and others

In the face of burnout, may we find the strength to seek help when we need it, to extend kindness to ourselves and others, and to cultivate a culture of empathy and understanding in our communities

And to the institutions that shape our academic experiences I beg you to heed the silent cries of your students to acknowledge the toll that burnout takes on their mental and physical well-being and to take concrete steps to address its root causes

For a university that prioritizes the health and happiness of its students is not only a beacon of academic excellence but also a bastion of compassion and care

In the shadowy depths of burnout I have stumbled and faltered lost in the labyrinth of my own exhaustion

But in sharing my journey I have found solace and solidarity in the voices of others who like me grapple

with the weight of academic expectations and societal pressures

Together we stand as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit forging connections in the crucible of our shared struggles

As I gaze into the uncertain horizon of my future I am filled with a glimmer of hope a flickering flame that refuses to be extinguished

For in the darkness of despair there lies the seed of possibility the promise of renewal and redemption

And so I choose to believe in the power of resilience in the capacity of the human heart to weather even the fiercest storms and emerge stronger more whole than before

In the end let us remember that burnout is not a sign of weakness but a symptom of systemic flaws in our societal structures

It is a call to action a rallying cry for change a reminder that our worth is not contingent upon our productivity but on the depth of our humanity

And so let us rise together hand in hand heart in heart as we journey towards a future where students thrive not just merely survive

PinkSchool:ThroughtheEyesofaTransferee

byDyanNicoleBarcega

hat question never failed to leave the conversations had T noise I held intense resentmentat this new feeling

between me and my peers from my former school during August the beginning of the new school year Pink kasi yung uniform

My answer would always be met by cheeky giggles Frankly, I never had a serious reason to transfer schools, aside from the fact that I wanted to wear pink uniforms and walk around a campus adorned by the cute color

The first time I stepped foot into our classroom is still vividly embedded into my memory as if it just happened yesterday

Awkwardly trying to twist the cold door knob with shaking hands was a struggle as I tried to make not a single decibel of the

Whenever I entered my old classroom I was met by the warm smiles of my former classmates Now I was met with cold gazes from unfamiliar faces of strangers whom I had never spoken a single word to

New is predictably the best word to describe my initial feeling toward this school When we talk about material objects new is used in a positive light New bag new pens new notebooks

These were all the things I had that were new

But when we talk about intangible objects, things take a turn: new teachers, new classmates, new subjects all of which are far from what I used to know, far from what was my comfort: my home, my former school

My school life became a clean new slate with everything I held dear to me wiped off: that was what transferring schools meant to me

And, for a while, I never wanted anything new to stain the slate that I had because nothing will ever top what I had in my former school.”

But it wasn t long before the cold gazes turned into broad smiles the school hymn I once didn t sing along to suddenly carried a catchy tune the awkward introduce yourself to the class sessions sprung enthusiastic talks about getting to know one another s backgrounds the deafening silence in the classroom was shattered by loud laughter; it wasn t long before the unfamiliar strangers became family

I found genuine happiness in this school, and this happiness led to confidence; confidence that pushed me

I participated in a quiz bee I made new friends I joined The Escolarian Without this newfound confidence you would not be reading this article right now

For the past 7 months, this school had not only a place for learning The new memories and experiences I went through built a foundation of my identity atop the slate I had, helping me shape who I am and will be in the future

I feel nothing but gratefulness to this institution and the people in it for pushing me to try new things

The problems our section encountered along the way served as a crucible from which new friendships bloomed I may have to step out of my comfort zone and try all things “ new ”

had a shallow reason to study here but the principles this school stands with and my classmates rather my new family gave me a deeper reason to stay

Masamichi Yaga from Jujutsu Kaisen said “Education is making people realize things.”

CEIS not only taught me academic lessons it also made me realize that there is so much more to life I have yet to experience and shying away from these new opportunities by being stuck in the past will only hinder me from growing

So if there s one thing I can tell upcoming newcomers this next school year it would be to just do it

“Bakit ka lumipat sa CEIS?”

By Roi Edan Victoria

Tsurvived polio and spent the latter 70 years of his life in an iron lung passed away on March 11 in Dallas Texas

Paul's death was announced on Tuesday on a GoFundMe page set up to aid in his finances for housing and healthcare

Philip Alexander his brother noted that Paul died on Monday afternoon at the age of 78

He had been hospitalized last February for COVID-19 but was said to have recovered and returned home

The actual cause of his death remains unclear although multiple sources claim that he died of natural causes or old age

Paul was born in 1946 in Dallas Texas He contracted polio when he was six years old in 1952 during a major outbreak of polio in the United States

This resulted in his body being paralyzed from the neck down Since then he has been confined to an iron lung that kept him alive He even published a book albeit being paralyzed Paul Alexander self-published his

Eight years he spent writing the book relying on a plastic stick and a pen to key the characters on a keyboard or by narrating it with external assistance

In January of this year Alexander started a TikTok account He posted videos discussing his life and experiences with the iron lung

His account has accumulated over 330 000 followers before he passed away

Ventilators and respirators became widely available during the late 20th century allowing many who relied on the iron lung to be subjected to physical therapy and have greater mobility

Unfortunately Paul Alexander's body had adapted to rely on the iron lung to function

He found that he was no longer able to function without the iron lung for long periods, even with modern technology

After Paul s death Martha Lilliard became the last living user of the iron lung She was first put in an iron lung in 1953 after being severely paralyzed by polio akin to Alexander's case

by Eloisa Aluit

Have you ever found yourself stuck in traffic, wishing that

your car could just fly? Sounds like a scene from a sci-fi movie huh? Well buckle up because technology isn’t leaving our hopes hanging in the air; it’s about to take us to new heights! Soon, we will welcome the future of transportation the eVTOL aircraft

As the Philippines faces an increasing population and heightened urbanization, significant challenges arise to the transportation systems of the country Traditional roadways and public transit infrastructure are proving inadequate for addressing urban mobility issues which has led to the introduction of a new solution: the eVTOL aircraft

These cutting-edge technologies offer a hopeful avenue to provide more flexible navigation of urban environments and overcome the constraints of traditional transportation systems

Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft also known as eVTOL is an aerial vehicle capable of landing and taking off vertically in limited spaces rather than rolling down a runway

Unlike helicopters which use fuel-powered engines eVTOLs are powered by electric propulsion systems and come in different shapes including hybrid planes with wings and multiple propellers

These features hold the key to advancing aviation technology and mitigating the longstanding issue of traffic congestion

Adding to this promising transformation is the anticipation of the soon-to-be arrival of eVTOL aircraft in the skies of the Philippines

Recently the Philippine News Agency reported that Lilium, a Germain air mobility firm, plans to launch its first Southeast Asian network in the country

This groundbreaking announcement follows a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Lilium and PhilJets a local aviation services firm signed on the 20th of February at the Singapore Airshow

The collaboration aims to establish a network of eVTOLs to revolutionize transportation in the Philippines and other parts of the ASEAN region

The company intends to bring Lilium Jets the first electric vertical take-off and landing jet with an innovative blend of aerodynamic design and versatility to the country

Lilium's Chief Commercial Officer Sebastien Borel expressed excitement about the strategic partnership stating that the Philippines is well-suited for eVTOLs to efficiently connect its thousands of islands through sustainable and high-speed air mobility

As part of the agreement, PhilJets has committed to purchasing 10 Lilium Jets that are set into commercial service in 2026

In light of this, what benefits can we expect fromusingeVTOLjets?

One of the primary advantages of Lilium Jets is their eco-friendly nature as they produce minimal noise and zero emissions during flight Given the Philippines' ongoing environmental concerns the incorporation of these aircraft aligns with the country's dedication

to resolving ecological issues and fostering a more conservational future

Furthermore the arrival of Lilium Jets in the country has the potential to redefine the urban mobility landscape Commuters can expect faster and more direct travel options that avoid the strain of road congestion This introduction not only marks progress in technology but also resolves the practical challenges faced by Filipinos in their daily commuting experience

Beyond addressing urban congestion

Lilium Jets hold promise in emergency response and medical transportation Their ability to access remote locations efficiently makes them valuable assets in critical situations, which can improve the effectiveness of emergency services and healthcare delivery in the country

However, with innovation comes the need for careful consideration of potential challenges Adapting aviation regulations developing appropriate infrastructure ensuring public acceptance and maintaining affordability and safety are key hurdles to the implementation of Lilium Jets in the Philippines

Despite these complications a collaborative effort between the government regulatory bodies and local communities to create solutions and further develop the functions of eVTOL aircraft can pave the way for the country s success in urban air mobility

In conclusion, the approaching arrival of Lilium Jets in the Philippines is more than a technological milestone it is a step toward the country s commitment to sustainability innovation and adaptability to evolving transportation

The sky is no longer a limit but a vast canvas of opportunities for a new era where the fantasy of flying cars is turning into a part of our reality

he "Man in the iron lung," Paul Alexander, who

PHOTOFROM Lilium

PHOTOFROM CBC

memoir, titled "Three Minutes for a Dog: My Life in an Iron Lung, in April 2020

byDeanneFaithManalo

ILLUSTRATED BY

Ervin Russel Galang

There is a groundbreaking development in the medical field once again!

It seems impossible but scientists have figured out

how to print a brain using a 3D printer which works just like a real one

In recent years scientists have effectively employed 3D printers to integrate cells and various substances in fabricating living tissues Yet, producing a realistic brain that works like a real one has been a challenge

However researchers from the University of WisconsinMadison have recently figured out how to modify printing techniques so they can print and combine various types of cells to mimic the signaling process in the human brain

According to the study s corresponding author SuChun Zhang this model could be a hugely powerful tool to help us understand how brain cells and parts of the brain communicate in humans This could also change the way we look at stem cell biology neuroscience and the pathogenesis of many neurological and psychiatric disorders

The researchers aimed to create a layered neural tissue wherein neural progenitor cells (NPC) could mature and establish connections within and between layers while preserving the structure

To achieve this they selected a fibrin hydrogel primarily composed of fibrinogen and thrombin as the bio-ink or biomaterial utilized for tissue printing

This choice was made due to the biocompatibility of fibrin with neural cells Both fibrinogen and thrombin are involved in the blood clotting process

Researchers encountered difficulty printing a model due to the high viscosity of fibrin

They resolved this issue by mixing fibrin with a hyaluronic acid hydrogel which resulted in a high survival and maturation rate of NPCs placed into the mixture Introducing an additional hydrogen softened their bio-ink compared to previous versions

The softened bio-ink enabled the cells to reach out and form connections with each other

Moreover the gel provided the necessary strength to maintain the cohesion of the brain tissue layers

In contrast to conventional 3Dprinting methods where material layers are stacked vertically the researchers opted to horizontally stack their gel

This approach resulted in thinner layers ensuring the cells within them received optimal exposure to oxygen and nutrients

Despite the cells remaining within their designated layers neurons established functional connections in and between layers within two to five weeks after printing

The printed stem cells developed into full-fledged neurons and glia, which formed networks resembling those found in the human brain and they even communicated with each other via chemical messengers called neurotransmitters

The printed cells that normally belong to different parts of the brain –such as its outer layer or cortex and the striatum, which is involved in decision-making – also formed connections with one another

The researchers acknowledge that the new model still has flaws For instance the gel s softness prevents printing multiple layers simultaneously as they would collapse without allowing the gel to set in between

This slows down the printing process Additionally individual layers are constrained in thickness due to the cells’ nutrient requirements, consequently limiting the overall tissue size

Zhang stated A model is a model not the real brain.” Nonetheless the team is actively working to tackle these potential pitfalls and improve the technology moving forward

The researchers also highlighted that their approach provides precision in selecting and arranging cell types which other organoid and printing methods lack

The printing technique does not necessitate special equipment or culturing methods to maintain tissue health, making it accessible to many labs

The printed model of brain tissue could also serve for studying cell-to-

cell signaling in Down syndrome exploring interactions between healthy and Alzheimer s-diseaseaffected tissue testing new drug candidates or observing the brain’s developmental process

The groundbreaking advancement of printing a realistic brain tissue model using 3D-printing techniques marks a significant leap in medical research

This breakthrough unlocks numerous possibilities for studying various aspects of brain function neurological disorders and drug testing

Although challenges persist, researchers ongoing development assures further progress and deeper insights into the complexities of the human brain

This innovative method holds great potential to enhance our comprehension of neuroscience and pave the way for new therapies and interventions in the coming years

bySamanthaDeray

How does modified pork taste? A recent tudy by a company called

Genus conducted genome editing just this month to combat swine diseases and ensure the quality of pork products

Pork is one of the most common ingredients for global delicacies but its sources can be prone to pigrelated illnesses like Porcine Reproductive Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS)

PRRS or blue-ear disease is a deadly virus discovered in the United States of America in 1987 This may not affect certain pigs but it can cause pneumonia in piglets, as well as reproductive failure and a weakened immune system in adult pigs

There are vaccines present to aid yet it is proven not to be 100% effective Overall a whopping $560 million worth of hog products are lost annually due to PRRS according to the World Organization for Animal Health

To prevent its further spreading genus executed gene editing on pig embryos from four common types of commercial pigs

Gene editing is a variant of genetic engineering that removes adds or alters DNA in a genome

Through that, they were able to remove the gene CD163 which is usually targeted by PRRS Then continual breeding was done until all lineage of pigs had it fully disabled

The company expressed its plans to green-lighting their pigs through FDA approval on or before 2025 for allowed importing into countries like China Colombia and Mexico as well as the selling of their PRRS-immune pigs' semen to make purely resistant pigs

To obtain that, however, Genus must prove that the processes done are safe, stable in terms of heredity, and effective in building immunity

The National Pig Association in the United Kingdom showed their full support for the company ' s plan considering the economic benefits it promises

Some animal welfare organizations disagree though stating that it leads to a more inhumane treatment of pigs

Snating gumamit iba t ibang paraan sa pagsagot ng ating mga takdang-aralin; gamit ang internet ang mga sagot ng magulang natin kahit hindi sila sigurado - ngunit, naisipan mo bang gumamit ng AI para sa mga schoolworks mo?

Kamakailan lamang nagkaroon ang ChatGPT ng pagkilala bilang isang language model dahil sa kakayahan nitong gumawa ng mga natural na trabaho

Gayunpaman halos walang kilala na dahilan kung bakit ginagamit ng mga estudyante ang ChatGPT

Nagbigay ang pag-aaral na isinigawa nila Anoop Sasena at Tenzin Doleck, “A structural model of the continuance of students intention in ChatGPT adoption ng liwanag sa mga intensyon ng mga estudyante sa paggamit ng ChatGPT

Ginanap ang pag-aaral na ito sa isang unibersidad sa North India noong 2023

Isang large language model (LLM) ang ChatGPT na nilikha ng OpenAI na may kakayahang bumuo ng mga sagot na tila parang isang tao ang lumikha

Mabilisang naging popular sa usapan ng edukasyon ang ChatGPT dahil sa kalawakan ng kayang gawin nito, tulad ng pagsagot sa mga pagsusulit, sa pagsulat ng tula, sa pagkilatis ng ekwasyon at iba pa Sa kabila ng mga benepisyo ng ChatGPT, nauunahan ito ng mga suliranin tulad ng plagiarism o ang hindi etikal na paggamit nito

Subalit sa mga alalahanin ng tao, hindi nagpatalo ang ChatGPT sa pamamagitan ng mga abilidad na pinapakita niyo patungo sa edukasyon na nagbibigay suporta sa mga estudyante pati na rin sa mga guro

Nakita sa pananaliksik na kalugodlugod at kapaki-pakinabang ang paggamit ng ChatGPT ang mga sanhi ng intensyon sa mga estudyante

Lumabas sa pag-aaral na 60.5% ng variance ang sabik na ipagpatuloy ang paggamit ng ChatGPT

Sa kabuuan mahalagang malaman kung bakit patuloy na ginagamit ng mga estudyante ang ChatGPT sa kanilang edukasyon ngunit kailangan ito gamitin sa tamang paraan

Isang aral na maaaring mapulot sa pagsusuri na ito ang kahalagahan sa pag-unawa sa teknolohiya Sa paggamit ng AI tulad ng ChatGPT sa edukasyon, mahalaga na magamit ito nang wasto upang mapalakas at hindi mapahina ang kaalaman ng mga magaaral

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A T-Rex Stomps The Icons, 75-71

byBrianneFrancescaFeliciano

With 32 points Rex Gayares stomped over the Icons in the quarter-final match here at the MACIPRISA 2023 Day 3

November 30 2023 happening at the Holy Spirit Academy of Malolos (Court 1)

ICSM's Pascual scores the first 4 points of the game, while the Scorpions get a slow start as all their shots fail to enter the ring Asgar scores first for CEIS, but Pascul scored another point right after

A battle for points goes on between the two players as both Asgar in pink and green and Pascual wearing jersey number 8 score consecutively for their teams CEIS leads the quarter and ended the scoreboard at 17-16

We started off the 2nd quarter with CEIS scoring the first point but the Icons managed to tie the score 19-19

Asgar shoots a 2-pointer taking CEIS back to the top, 23-21

Pascual took his team to the lead by scoring a 3-pointer 24-23 but Asgar didn t take that lightly as he scored 4points right after, 27-24 Gayares helped raise the score ending the quarter at 33-29 in favor of the Scorpions

The Team Captain of CEIS starts off the quarter with 2 points 35-29

Gayares helped a lot in widening the gap by scoring 3 consecutive 2pointers upping the scores with a 10point gap 41-31

After a long waiting game on who will score next, Fucanan of ICSM, scored a 3-pointer 41-34

After scoring through free throws ICSM tightens the gap to 1-point 41-40 The Icons’ Asidao pushes his team to the lead as he scored a 3-pointer 45-44 quarter ends

Wearing jersey number 11 from ICSM, scores a 3-pointer right off the bat during the 4th quarter but Asgar followed with a 3-pointer as well, tying the scores at 48-48 Both teams scored 2-point and ties again at 50-50

Pascual takes ICSM to a 4-point lead 54-50 Fucanan takes it up higher by shooting a 3-pointer but CEIS kept up eventually 57-54 Gayares then led the Scorpions back on top with his own 3point shot 58-57

The teams tied up once more with the scoreboard at 60-60 Gayares once again puts his team up a notch by scoring 6 points consecutively 66-60

The Icons scored 2-points, but Gayares and Chavez of CEIS widens the gap to a 9-point difference, 71-62

Another 4 points by Gayares, but the Icons maintained the 9-point gap 7566 Fucanan then shortens the score difference, but the match still ended with a 4-point difference 75-71

Rex Gayares (2) scored 32 out of the 75 points all throughout the game meanwhile Comet Asgar (11), scored 21 points making their total points with them two alone, to a whopping 53 points

Asgar towered the game during the first half and Gayares took over in the next half

Gayares stated when asked about how he feels about their performance Well sa team maganda yung pinakita

naming lahat during the game sa mga hassle naming sa teamworks, and sa pasahan ng bawat players and communication lang sa loob ng court Lagi lang kaming makikinig sa coach.”

When asked about his play he added, Sa laro ko naman, chamba lang.” Comet Asgar answered to the same question “Talagang hard work lang kami talaga sa lahat ng ginagawa namin

Well do or die na rin kasi kami dito, (at) ayaw naming umuwi Gusto lang naming talagang maging champion.”

The Scorpions next game will be the 2nd match after this one here again at the Holy Spirit Academy of Malolos

by Ezra Nelsen Dizon

Riding high on fiery shots the Malolos Republic uncrowned

the San Juan Kings Exile in a clutched game 76-73 at Sinag Lakas Kwarenta November 9 2023, at Malolos Sports & Convention Center Bulacan

Kicking off the game with a strong offense Roger Yap scored for the Exile Contequista and Kenneth Santiago then chipped in a 2-pointer consecutively to put the Republics at the higher end of the stick

A thirst of securing the victory a neck-on-neck battle began as both teams kept on securing right after the other Joel Requez scored a 3point shot for the Exiles but Virgilio Catequista wearing his white jersey, then inserted a 2pointer to keep the game in favor of the Republics

Requez didn t let the Malolos Republic take over and sit on their throne

Semilla then helped widen the gap chipping in 4 points for the Kings

The Malolos Republic tried to escape the 5-point lead headlock but failed to snap back twice

San Juan King’s Lubrusca kept their boat floating as he scored a 3pointer ending the first quarter at 23-17

The second quarter started slow as both teams kept on blocking each other’s shots Malolos Republic’s Pedeglorio then finally broke the thrilling exchange of blockings as he posted 2 points for his team 28-23

Yu also followed with a 2-point for the San Juan Kings not letting the Malolos Republic grasp the lead

Lubrusca and Reyes’ tandem floated and made the tables turn for the Republics as they both helped keep up with the Kings’ lead, 29-37 Reyes inserted a 2-pointer finally

ending the 2nd quarter at 40-29, stealing the quarter from the San Juan Kings

Concha and Quesada starred in the hard court when the 3rd quarter kicked off Quesada posted multiple twos from his free throws with Concha’s help catching up with the 9-point lead 42-48

Not letting the Malolos Republic dethrone the Kings Otengco stole the spotlight keeping a wide gap at the end of the quarter

Adding more suspense to the game, Concha paved the way for the Malolos Republic to catch up with the San Juan Kings as the quarter began Custodio posted a 2-pointer twice finally tying the scoreboard 63-63

Five seconds before the buzzer beat Quesado and Yap posted a 2pointer for their teams, leaving the scoreboard once again in a tie 68-68

Trying to secure their tickets to the triumph the Republics Custodio deposited a 3-pointer after scoring

multiple points giving his team the chance to finally take over the game 75-73

The Kings tried to steal the game once again when Lubrusca scored for his team but Concha added a point on the scoreboard from his free throw 76-73 winning the game

Yung instruction ng coach kailangan, ‘ yung defense namin

Although ma-miss kami sa opensa pero yung depensa namin, para mainduct namin ‘ yung depensa namin

At least yung crowd nandoon.” said star player Dennis Concha when asked about what did he feel during the last minute of the game Dennis Concha posted a total of 17 points, and 15 rebounds for the Malolos Republic during the game

Ball up Athletics will face 521 Trading Inc on the next match of Sinag Lakas Kwarenta November 11 2023 Saturday at One Araneta Cainta, Rizal

PHOTO BY JOHN JINSIE BALANAY

AAbante Babae! Petecio, Villegas, Jab Olympic Tickets for Paris 2024

byMarkAndrewFulgencio

double celebration indeed for Women’s Month as

Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas knock the rings out, securing an Olympic spot after these two Filipina boxers emerged victorious in their respective divisions in the World Qualification Tournament held in Busto Arsizio, Italy, on Monday, March 11, 2024 (Tuesday, March 12, Ph time)

The 31-year-old Petecio will be ringing the Olympic bell once more after finishing in the top two of the women's 57kg division by a 4-1 split decision over Esra Yildiz of Türkiye

The Filipina boxer took a commanding 20–18 lead into the last two rounds prior to a finesse performance in her ring

Though all five judges gave Yildiz a full thumbs up in the third round, Petecio won the bout with scores of 29-28, 29-28, 29-28, 29-28, and 28-29

Petecio had won the prior four fights by unanimous decision or stoppage, but this was her sole split decision victory

The Filipina boxer, who settled for silver after losing to Japan's Sena Irie in her golden bid, will repeat her unresolved business in the upcoming Olympics

Concurrently Villegas managed to finish in the top four of the women's 50kg division by unanimous decision following a thrilling fight against Zlatislava

Chukanova of Bulgaria

Villegas captured the nods of all five judges in the first two rounds,

but inadvertently incurred a penalty that paved a chance to Chukanova to bounce back to the game

Villegas may have lost control of the bid for a little while after being knocked out in the third round, but she stuck around to see the bout through

The female boxer from the Philippines even received two votes in the third round when she earned a tied position with a score of 29-27 29-27 28-28 28-28 and 28-28

If the scores of three or more judges are equal in a tied case, they are ordered to select a winner 28-year-old Villegas rose to the situation and won the tiebreaker decision The pride of Leyte will now represent the Philippines in her Olympic debut

“Kung ano ‘yung ginawa naming preparation dito, mas dodoblehin pa po namin para maka-secure po ng kahit anong kulay man po ng medalya ‘yan, kung ano po ipagkaloob ni Lord.”

The exact winning words by Nesthy Petecio, who is fiercely bound to take the Olympics stage

“Tiwala lang po talaga sa Diyos, sa sarili, sa coaches, and ‘yun din, para sa pamilya ko, sa bayan, sa mga kasamahan ko.”

Thankfully stated by Aira Villegas who is prompted to win in her first appearance in the Paris Olympics

The girl power duo became the fifth and sixth Philippine athletes to the Summer Olympics, raising the flag of their countrys pride and womens honor

They will vie the International games together with pole vaulter EJ Obiena who primarily qualified ahead, gymnasts Carlos Yulo and Aleah Finnegan, and fellow boxer Eumir Marcial

The Filipino athletes will conquer the podiums, hoping for finer results in the most prestigious sports event, the Olympics 2024, that will be hosted by Paris, France from 26th of July to 11th of August 2024

ni Shannon Manalili

MSpikers sa limang set sa unang round ng UAAP Season 86 Women’s Volleyball Eliminations noong nakaraang Sabado, ika-16 ng Marso, sa Smart Araneta Coliseum

Bagaman pinamunuan ng lakas at determinasyon ng Lady Bulldogs ang laban, hindi pa rin nila nakuha ang inaasam na tagumpay, na nagresulta sa iskor na 25-15, 25-19, 25-18, 25-19, at 15-12

Pabor sa Bulldogs ang unang set at agad na nakuha ang momentum dahil sa sunodsunod na atake na kanilang pinakawalan

Ang kanilang mga atake ang nagpahirap sa kalaban, na nagresulta sa pag-angkin nila ng set, 25-15

Binaligtad naman ni Amie Provido ng DLSU ang laro nang kanyang pangunahan ang sumunod na set

Sa tulong ng kanyang mga kasamahan, tinapos nila ang ikalawang set sa iskor na 25-19

Ngunit agad na binawi ng Bulldogs ang momentum na binubuo ng Spikers at agad na pinalaki ang lamang sa tulong ng kanilang power duo, Bella Belen at Alyssa Solomon

Tinapos ni Belen ang habulan ng bola sa ikatlong set sa iskor na 25-18

Ipinamalas ng defending champion, Lady Spikers, ang kanilang determinasyon sa pagkakaroon ng 9-0 na lamang sa simula ng ika-apat na set

Nakuha ng Bulldogs ang kanilang unang puntos ng harangan ni Sheena Toring ang atake ni Provido nakakuha ng pagkakataon na makapuntos muli dahil sa sunodsunod na pagpapakitang-gilas ni Provido, 25-19

Lumakas ang tensyon sa stadium dahil sa lapit na iskor ng dalawang koponan sa huling set

Nang hindi makuntento sa mababang lamang, pinalaki ito

ng Spikers sa pamumuno ni Angel Canino sa pagpapakawala ng anim na puntos sa ikalimang set

Sa huli tinapos ni Shevana Laput ang unang unang round sa kanyang matagumpay na atake 15-12

Nangibabaw ang presensya ni Amie Provido sa buong laro,

nakapagtala siya ng labingapat na puntos, kabilang ang siyam na atake at limang blocks

Sunod namang sasabak sa ikalawang round ang dalawang koponan upang muling paglabanan ang kampeonato laban sa ibang mga unibersidad

PHOTO FROM ASIAN BOXING FEDERATION PHOTO FROM PHILIPPINE STAR

PHOTO FROM Rappler News

ahigpit ang naging laban ng Lady Bulldogs at Lady

Bagamat pinilit ng Bulldogs na makabawi, hindi na sila

Gilas Makes History

ByBrianneFrancescaFeliciano

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W6th

Gilas won gold for the first time again for the past 61 years the last dating in the year 1962

With coach Tim Cone leading the team to victory against Jordan, who defeated the team just last week In his first year of being the head coach of the country’s national team, Coach Tim proved that he can indeed lead Gilas Pilipinas

On the other hand Chris Newsome scored 13 points and was awarded player of the game

This tournament placed the country’s mark onto the top of the basketball leagues and made a lot of Filipino citizens proud and overjoyed Let’s hope that we can have a winning streak by winning in the Olympic Qualifying Tournament as well

Unofficially Slayed: Ollie Bearman’s Formula 1 Debut

by Brianne Francesca Feliciano

Formula fans were ecstatic when Ollie Bearman scored a top 10 finish and ranked up with points in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix last March 9 during his first appearance on the Formula 1 tracks

Ollie Bearman 18 years old, made his Formula 1 debut unofficially with Ferrari as their reserve driver due to the fact that Carlos Sainz of Ferrari was recovering from his appendix surgery

That being said, Bearman made heads turn as he made it in the points with an unofficial F1 debut

Bearman is also the 3rd youngest driver to make his F1 debut The first being Max Verstappen and Lance Stroll as the 2nd

by Jairus Carl Concepcion and Brianne Francesca Feliciano

In addition, he is also Ferrari’s youngest ever driver to debut and he got the chance to race along with a Grand Prix winner, Charles Leclerc

When asked if he would jump back into Formula 1 if ever given the opportunity, Ollie replied with "You tell me did I do enough?

He became the talk of the town with his stunning marks on F1’s history books as fans asked that he’d be given a seat for the next season of Formula 1 racing

He sure did make a good impression and sooner or later, we might just see him back in an F1 machinery

HEATS

WFEST

e are back again to hearing dribbles and squeaks on the basketball courts of CEIS Malolos SPORTSFEST awaits the 4 teams who would be competing against each other

Brawns isn t the only thing that the boys would need to work on as good plays and teamwork are the key to winning the title

MACIPRISA team captain Kyle Chavez is once again part of the Blue Phoenix team for the 2nd year

Unlike the MACIPRISA meet, Chavez won t be leading the team, instead Andrei Santiago from ABM 12-A leads the team

Santiago is still recovering from an injury of his

The team, although still trying to improve their passing can be said to have good teamwork as most of their players had been a part of the MACIPRISA meet

Yellow Griffins on the other hand seems to be in a bit of a bad shape as their team lacks players having only 12 instead of 15

Nevertheless, the team s captain is a MACIPRISA participant Nathan Tuason

Most of the player on the team are those who wore red the past year

Training for the team seemed to be calmer than the others but that seems to be their strategy

One of the highligting players during the MACIPRISA meet was Comet Asgar he also happens to be the Red Mockingjay’s team captain Their team starts off their training strong as they run drills and practice shots

Although they have no coach, the guys seem to be doing their best to prepare for the upcoming matches

a 70-60 score Gilas Pilipinas made history on

the

of October 2023, as they become the gold medalists of the 19th Asian Games men s basketball finals

Justin Brownlee scoring the most for his team at 20 points and Ange Kouame proving his worth by bagging the win with 14 points the naturalized players of the team were big helps in the winning and they showed just how evident their Filipino pride is

PHOTO FROM Bohol Island News

PHOTOFROM TheAthletic

SPORTS

2024 BASKETBALL

UP THE COURT

Sportsfest 2024

Rex Gayares or the court’s T-Rex is the team captain of the Green Cerberus Coach Justin Galvan helps the Cerberus to strive through training and teaches them game plays to do at the actual matches

Although they are the youngest the team still does their best to train and be able to beat their older opponents

Basketball being the most well known sport in the country means that everyone knows how the game works and with that people are given the chance to judge your every move while on the court

Your rebounds layups and your teamwork gets judged by the viewers The pressure is on for our players, so let’s support our teams on the upcoming SPORTSFEST 2024

Volleyball training is more than just a series of drills; it's a journey of growth and development that challenges players to push their limits and strive for excellence

At the heart of effective volleyball training lies the mastery of fundamental skills From serving and passing to setting and spiking, players must first establish a strong foundation to build upon

As people crowded the Centro Dome friends and classmates came to support their players

Training also tested their mentality to withstand the pressure and expectations of everyone

Coaches are doing their best to guide the players to success and hone their skills for the upcoming VOLLEYBALL SPORTSFEST 2024 competition

Blue Phoenix puts on a show during training that thrilled the crowd The crowd's favorite they showcased entertaining yet incredible volleyball prowess

With heavy and fast blows and services, opponents are left in awe of deceptive sets and attacks

Vea De Guzman and CV Acervo, some of the people who helped train the MACIPRISA volleyball teams, guides their team during training by pushing them to their highest capabilities

With their celebration ''boom boom panis,'' SPORTSFEST VOLLEYBALL promises to be a sport to watch

With her is Jem Ventura who played for the Men’s Volleyball team during the 2023 MACIPRISA meet

Speaking of the Red Mockingjays Kenichi Takahashi, team captain for the men ’ s team, showcases his team’s pride and power during training

Takahashi, like the other players mentioned above, was also a player during the 2023 SPORTSFEST, but back then he was playing for the Green Juniors

The team doesn’t let their age be a hinder to the fire that burns inside them, because like everyone else, they train to win the gold

As the volleyball teams of Blue Phoenix Red Mockingbird Yellow Griffins and Green Cerberus embark on their training journey they do so with determination dedication and a shared goal of achieving success in the upcoming SPORTSFEST 2024

With an intensive focus on physical conditioning, skill development, tactical training, and team bonding, these teams are poised to elevate their game and compete at the highest level

SPORTSFEST 2024 BADMINTON SMASHES TRYOUTS

The familiar sounds of shuttlecocks cutting through the air roars the Centro Dome and anticipation mounts among aspiring athletes and seasoned players alike

It's that time of year again, badminton tryouts are underway, and the stakes couldn't be higher

This year ’ s sports fest is a chance to finally put on that uniform and play big boy badminton

With precise shots and swift footwork each participant brings a unique blend of talent and determination to the court, making the selection process both thrilling and fiercely competitive

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Blue Phoenix showcased their talents in an elimination type of tryout with the triumph of two former MACIPRISA participants

Concepcion Jairus Carl and Alday Dean Angelo

Blue Phoenix's future looks bright in this coming SPORTSFEST 2024

Yellow Griffins don't back down and show that they need no MACIPRISA players to show who they are As the tryouts unfolded, the court became a stage for brilliance and determination

From lightning-fast smashes to delicate drop shots, each player left their mark, pushing themselves to the limit and showcasing their talents for all to see

In the Red Mockingjay's scene they clashed in a round-robin style of tryouts

With the dominance of two MACIPRISA players, Salamat Miguel Lyndon and Panganiban Andrei Carl, they slide their way to the Red Mockingjay s roster

Including the best of the best STEM badminton players on their side Red Mockingjay's future looks promising for this year ' s SPORTSFEST 2024

The youngsters Green Cerberus showcased that their team shouldn't be belittled with the presence of CITYMEET player Althea Roque

As the tryouts drew to a close the coaching staff meticulously evaluated each candidate considering not only their skill but also their character and dedication to the team

The screams echoed throughout the CEIS Dome as challenges progressed and rivalries emerged

Coaches gave words of encouragement giving their players confidence Every athlete from seasoned veterans to wide-eyed rookies brought their own distinct play style to the courts

While some had been practicing for years, others were only hesitantly making their way onto the badminton scene However, the atmosphere was overflowing with a common sense of camaraderie and mutual support despite the differences

After the training, the rivalry between Blue Phoenix and Red Mockingjay's doubles showcased their badminton prowess in a bestof-three double match which solidified their camaraderie and competitiveness with one another The match ended with a draw with both teams satisfied with the outcome of the scrimmage and promised to put on a show for the upcoming SPORTSFEST 2024

Badminton is looking to be a fierce and entertaining sport to watch this coming SPORTSFEST2024 Withplayersputtingintheir alltograbthatchampionshiptitle

SPORTSFEST VOLLEYBALL 2024 SETS FOR SUCCESS

Pia Sarmiento leads the Yellow Griffins during training and trains them how to properly set and receive the ball

Most of the team’s players aren’t new to the competition as they are all grade 12 students wherein most were the ones who wore the mockingjay’s colors last year

PHOTOBYISAIAHCLARENGUTIERREZ

Happy ASTER!

He is not here HE HAS RISEN just as he said.

Matthew 28:6

“LiwanagnaNananaig” niAndreaPaulaneD.Flores

Pilipinas naming mahal

Ikaw ay nabiyayaan

Dilag na pinaglalaban

Liwanag mo’t katarungan

Siya’y puno ng kagitingan

Sa kabila ng dilim

Liwanag niya’y masisilip

Inihandog ang sarili

Para sa ikabubuti

Siya’y dapat na gayahin

Pamumunong di kurakot

Siya’y hindi natatakot

Sa kamay niyang maayos

Pilipinas na aayos

Sa kaniya tayo’y aayos

Matatag na dedikasyon

Kalidad na serbisyo

Pagbibigay inspirasyon

At mga sakripisyo

Siya’y ekstraordinaryo

Dapat siya’y tularan

Isang babaeng huwaran

Para sa pamahalaan

Puso’y walang katigasan

Puno ng pagmamahalan

Siya’y liwanag na dilim

Dapat na itinuturing

Siya’y isang magiting

Babaeng ubod ng galing

Liwanag na nananaig

Children dream being a hero

Like those characters in movies

Who turns the crime rates to zero

And powers against enemies

Well I dreamt of that too

I want to save other people

I want to have superpowers

But I know that’s impossible

These hands can only grow flowers

And bake tasty pie with apple

I am just a normal person

Who lives with just a simple life

Who cries while chopping an onion

Who cries with the cut of a knife

And who can’t even bend a spoon

I am just normal unlike them

I’m not strong enough to lift cars

Or save any other problem

I’m just a person full of scars

Not a hero with a tandem

This is only who I can be

But I’m not afraid to take risks

Just to save others around me

I’ll save them without metal disks

And all those risks are just for free

All I have is my bravery

Not powers, metal disks, and capes

Or a suit that is shimmering

I cannot shift to any shapes

But I’ll help full of empathy

Maybe I don’t need other things

To be called hero by the world

Maybe I don’t even need wings

All I just need is to be bold

And I can save other beings

In the end I had realized

A hero can be anyone

It’ll always make me mesmerized

How it could just be everyone

Who took the risk and never died

“Rebolusyon” niCarlNicholasD.Salamat

Kalayaan! Kalayaan!

Ang sigaw ng taumbayan

Sa EDSA ay nagmamartsa

Ipatalsik ang panggulo

Sa ating kapayapaan

Nanakaw ang mga boses

Katotohana’y nakulong

Kaya kayang sabihin na

“Tahimik at masunurin

Ang mga tao raw noon ”

Magnanakaw! Magnanakaw!

Dugo at pera ’ y hawak n ’ ya

Asawa’y maraming paa

Tallano Gold, totoo ba?

Mga tao’y sawang sawa na

Ang presyo ng kalayaan

Sakit at kamatayan

Nagdurusa’t nagdudugo

Sa mga hamon ni Apo

Kaya’t sila ay lumaban

Sa mitsa ng pagbabago

Boses ng mga Filipino

Dahil sa mga nakipagbaka

Ang ating kalayaan ay Natamo noong Pebrero

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“AarangkadaparasaPrangkisa” niTrishiaBunag

Ating mata’t tenga’y buksan

Dyip, dyip, bip, bip, s ’ yang pakinggan!

Bayaning kasalukuyan

Mapagkakatiwalaan

Jeepney driver sa’ting daan

Umaga man hanggang gabi

Byahe’y walang atubili

Ngiti ay paskil sa labi

Para lang makapagsilbi

Sa bawat daan at tabi

May mga araw na salat

Biyahe’y matumal, ‘di sapat

Biyahe, busina at lahat

Pasaherong ‘di pa tapat

Babad sa araw ang balat

Ngunit pagsuko ba’y sagot?

Kahit pa ’ y masalimuot

Siyang nakakapanglambot

Hindi sila babaluktot

Sa daa’y tuloy ang libot

Serbisyo’y ‘di matawaran

Pantay sa mga mamamayan

Busilak ang kalooban

Ano pa bang katangian

Upang sila’y hangaan?

Halina’t ating purihin

Sipag nila ay gayahin

Serbisyo nila’y piliin

Mga tsuper ng bansa natin

Hangaan, ‘ wag abusuhin!

As I look outside the window

I see my mom open the door

Putting the plastic bags below I hear her say “Here, have some more. ”

She served me a bowl of lugaw

Mom, I can feel your swollen hand, As you put it right on my neck.

Performs a temperature check

Your eyes, somewhat teary and sad “You still have fever This is bad ”

Each day and night you care for me.

Each day you prepare me a meal

After my school you welcome me.

Each night you and I hug to feel To feel and touch your love with glee.

I hope I can stay forever

Forever in your arms, mother

But today I am there, no more.

As I see you cry on the floor

I died May one, nineteen o four

Why did this day came so soon Lord?

I wished to be with my daughter

The one who I love and foster

Please tell me this is a nightmare.

Please wake me up This, I can t bare.

Walking home now feels so alone

I see her jumping while walking My world without her feels nothing I remember it all too well Her spirit is still here, somewhere

As I look inside the window, I see no one I opened the door

Putting the paper bags below, I said reminiscing, Have more I served myself a cold lugaw

I walked into her empty room

Everything in here look so gloom

There was a letter on her bed I opened the letter and read

The title said “Moms are heroes ”

“I love you so much dear mother ”

“She’s my hero and I love her ” I am twelve, but do not worry “I’ll take care of you, so be merry ”

“Truly yours, Your lovely daughter ”