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by RHOB ELLA A. MANUEL
PDMES PROMOTES HEALTHY living through green living. Teachers and students joined hand in hand in planting vegetables and plants to campaign “Gulayan sa Paaralan.” They planted different plants in different locations of the school. The project also reduces pollution, saves air, and makes the environment more beautiful.Principals from different districts, Gerry F. Isip, Natividad V. Nacino, Randy T. Tagaan, and Irene C. Nicolas, visited PDMES for field validation on April 19, 2023. They inspected each garden at PDMES to ensure that each field had healthy plants and was adequately cared for.
PDMES won second place in District Six, “Vertical and Containerized Gardening.”
Bayanihan at the school continues to make the plants even better and grow. Thanks to the parents and teachers who participated in the Bayanihan Project.
Campus politics
Campus tidbits
PDMES triumphs in SIPNAYATIKS Quest 2023
by ANGELA SAMANTHA G. GAYONDATO
In Written Individual Category, Charlie Somera bags the 1st place while Ysabella Forcado wins as 5th.
“Studying here is exceptional despite the difficulties,” writes Laweji Barrameda.
PDMES promotes sustainability through ‘Gulayan sa Paaralan’
PLACIDO DEL MUNDO Elementary School (PDMES) participates in the SIPNAYATIKS QUEST “Bridging the Gap” 2023 in San Bartolome on May 26. They won 2nd place in Oral Team Category along with Alisha Nicole Sager, Ysabella Marie Forcado, and Charlie Sean Somera.
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PLACIDO DEL MUNDO
conducts Hand-Washing Day on March 15.
Growing up in a safe and clean environment is every child’s right. Good hygiene practices keep children in a healthier state of mind with access to clean water and basic toilet needs. COVID-19 opened our eyes to the importance of proper hygiene to prevent the spread of this virus and other diseases. But we all know that hundreds and millions of children attend school without these basic
needs, significantly impacting their everyday lives.
Teachers and their students lined up at the center-lined water faucet to start the activity. Teachers taught the students the proper way to wash their hands. It included rubbing each palm over the back of the other hand, rubbing both fingers on each hand, rubbing the hands with the fingers together, rubbing around each thumb, and rubbing in circles on the palms. Then rinse and dry the hands. The campaign aims to protect students against the spread of many illnesses, such as the common cold, flu, diarrhea, HEPA A, COVID, etc. It, therefore, helps save lives.
IN PLACIDO DEL Mundo Elementary School, they did an Earthquake Drill quarterly. Schools do Earthquake Drills to teach kids how to be safe during an Earthquake; they also do that because some kids are very naughty when you introduce them to something, and when during an earthquake, they might be in an accident. Drills for Earthquakes are
a necessary component of emergency planning in schools. These drills instruct staff and children on what to do in the event of an earthquake, which helps lessen anxiety and confusion during an actual earthquake. Regular earthquake drills are frequently held in schools to ensure everyone is prepared and capable of acting promptly and safely.
by DENISE ANDI L. BOBIERON MAY 27, 2023, Placido Del Mundo Elementary School’s Drum & Lyre ‘The Ambassadors’ succeeded in bringing home the Silver Proficiency Award at Quirino High School, Quezon City.
Without the help of parents and dear trainers, ‘The Ambassadors’ will go home empty-handed. Thank you to all who helped ‘The Ambassadors’ to bring home an award; fill of the effort put in by ‘The Ambassadors’, trainers, and parents are all worth it.
Congratulations to the POMES Drum & Lyre ‘The Ambassadors’ for placing 1st in Best Drumline, 2nd in Best in Color guard Ensemble and 3rd in Best Conductor. Overall, the Ambassadors placed 2nd and won the Silver Proficiency Award.
Students and staff are often told to seek cover under a desk or table and shield their heads and necks with their arms during an earthquake practice at school. They are also cautioned to avoid windows, large objects, and other potentially harmful situations. Additionally, the school may have designated assembly areas and evacuation routes for students.
Campus politics
FOR THE SCHOOL Year 20222023, Placido Del Mundo E.S. has picked up excellent students to be their S.P.G. president. These people were already known in the Placido community for being the smartest or most strategic. They will blow your mind.
Their President Being: Ysabella Marie P. Forcado Grade 6 Jose
P. Rizal Adviser Ma’am Rubelyn R. Soto. Their Vice President:
Orlando V. Chaves Grade 5 Argon Adviser Ma’am Coliann Orpeo. Their secretary: Marita Taer De
Veda, Grade 5 Sodium Adviser Sir Jonathan Bantoc. Their Treasurer:
Fiona McKenzie S. Acebedo Grade 4 Section Einstein Adviser Ma’am
Nona Ebalde. Their Auditor:
Nathalie Jane G. Leios Grade 4
Descartes Adviser Sir Christopher Abaigar. Their P.I.O.: Elle Janine
Olores Grade 5 Helium Adviser
Ma’am Maribeth Mananquil. Their
Campus health
“Goodbye Bulate” with the help of doctors from the Division Quezon City Schools our school nurse and Department of Health (DOH).
After recess time, all pupils from Kinder to Grade 6 participated in the progam. The doctors discussed first the importance of taking the tablet and to have no worms in our stomach.
After which, pupils were given the medicine. They made sure that pupils had no headache, stomach ache, allergy and other illnesses.
If pupils did not feel not well after taking the medicine they should immediately seek the help of the doctors or their advisers.
S.P.G. officers graced the event to encourage their fellow students to take the medicine. Students who availed the deworming medicine were required to submit parental consent form.
Protocol Officer: Elisha Hugh
C. Estrella Grade 4 Hippocrates Adviser Ma’am Fevy Elevencione
Patubo
Moving on to the grade level councilors, we have a Grade 6 councilor: Precious C. Estrella, Section Emilio Jacinto, Adviser, and Sir Noli Dacuma. Grade 5 Councilor: Charlie Sean R. Somera Grade 5 Hydrogen Adviser Ma’am Maricel
B. Dones. Grade 4 Councilor: Zuriel
Nhia F. Baylon Grade 4 Newton
Ma’am Cherry Sontillano
Some of their most important projects were the celebration of Fire Prevention Month, the redecorating of the school, and the celebration of Teachers Day. For this, we interviewed their P.I.O., Ma’am Elle Janine Olores. We asked her what she felt when she won, and she said: “Yes, Masaya kasi pinagtiwalaan nila ako bilang P.I.O. My job was to give others
by CHRISTIAN BRENT S. REYESinformation, ad some of our projects were decorating the school. I didn’t have a hard time, but I had fun, and in the next elections, I will try to be the president that time.”
President Forcado is influential in Placido Del Mundo, especially for the Students. That’s why we interviewed her about her plans for the future. She said: “I felt on top of the moon when I won the S.P.G. presidency position. And I want to help Placido become a more nurturing school for students. I plan to make a good image to help Placidonians and give more programs to make people smile. I wish to make people better and shape them to be respectful, friendly, and giving.”
The S.P.G. members are the role models of Placido Del Mundo; that’s why we should learn to respect them. We should also help them by doing what we are told and
Ysabella Marie P. Forcado Incoming S.P.G. President
help preserve the projects that they put love and time with efforts in their activities and projects. They are Placido’s Amazing Supreme Pupil Government.
200 students receive bags from QC gov’t
by ANGELA SAMANTHA G. GAYONDATO
ON SEPTEMBER 5, Placido Del Mundo ES received school supplies from the Quezon City government, which Mayor Joy Belmonte runs.
These include school bags, writing notebooks, black ball pens, pencils, pencil cases, pad papers, folders, crayons, brown and plastic envelopes, markers, and hand sanitizers.
One of the parents of a kindergarten pupil thanked the city government.
“It does not only help the students but also us parents. This helps very much financially,” said Monaliza Taguba in Filipino.
“I plan to make a good image to help Placidonians and give more programs to make people smile. I wish to make people better and shape them to be respectful, friendly, and giving.”Kindergarten students smile with their bags. Francis Gregory C. Roque PDMES GOES GREEN! Teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders go handin-hand in implementing the school’s ‘Gulayan sa Paaralan’ project. Rhob Ella
ON MARCH 1, 2023, Placido Del Mundo Elementary School and 98 other schools joined the 42nd Quezon City Division Young Writers Contest at Ramon Magsaysay Elementary School and D. Tuazon Elementary School. This year’s theme for the contest was Locally Responsive, Globally Engaged.
Participants were welcomed by the remarks of the Principal, RMES: Shiarell Loida M. Cruz and the opening remarks were said by the Chief CID: Dr. Heidee F. Ferrer. The orientation of participants was announced by the PDMES School Paper Adviser, QCAESPA President: Rubelyn R. Soto.
After the opening ceremony, the participants were assembled in their particular categories and were assisted to their assigned rooms. As the contest progressed more
and more PDMES students were done for their category. As all of the students finished they proceeded to go home, all the students were thinking of the same thing, the awarding ceremony.
The Awarding ceremony was held at PDMES on March 14, 2023. The program was welcomed by Efren Galera and the PDMES Choir. Our Congratulations to the following, 1st place - News Writing: Denise Andi L. Bobier, Editorial
Writing: John Clarence M. Samonte, Pangulong Tudling: Charlie Sean R. Somera, Feature Writing: Amber Yphan S.P Tambaba, Lathalain: Aerhon Joshean T. Orpiano.
2nd place – Pagwawasto at Paguulo ng Balita: Angela Samantha Gayondato, 3rd place – Pagsulat ng Agham at Tecknolohiya: Ralph Kendrick D. Guelas, 4th place – Science and Technology
Writing: Santino Miguel G. Virrey,
Kartuning: Mica Ella Charice A. Barilla, Mobilie Journalism English: Ashera Joy M. Capillo, 5th place –Mobile Journalism Filipino: Rovin Lex D.G Trinidad, Sports Writing: Ysabella Mare P. Forcado. Collaborative and Desktop Publishing – Pinakamahusay na Pahinang Editorial/Pinakamahusay na Pahinang /Pinakamahusay na Anyo at Disenyo/1st place, Filipino Group: Princess Ashley A. Bonifacio, Mikaella Jane P. Prado, Travis Dwyane R. Orpeza, Jhilliane Jhace T. Tulabing, Elijah Eros A. Maghilum. Best in Editorial Page/Best In Layout Design/2nd place, English Group: Yuan Darrel P. Baguindoc, Adriene Jade L. Magbutay, Giezryl Dave B. Isurda, Euan Raymund G. Rivera, Shanelle Franz P. Laron.
Radio broadcasting – 2nd place, Best in Script/Best in Infomercial/ English group: Christian Brent
R. Reyes, Mary Naomi F. Fariñas, Leona Afeni Y. Eiman, Kate Klowee A. Paano, Elle Janine J. Olores. 3rd place, Filipino group: Alisha Nicole M. Sager, Precious C. Estrella, Audrey D. Jaurige, John Gabrielle S. Tolentino, Francis Gregory C. Roque.
Additional Awards for Radio broadcasting: Mary Naomi F. Fariñas – 3rd place in Best Anchor, Kate Klowee A. Paano – 2nd place in Best News Presenter, Christian Brent S. Reyes – 1st place in Best Technical, Filipino Group – 3rd place in Best in Script, Francis Gregory C. Roque – 2nd place in Best Anchor, Precious C. Estrella –2nd place in Best News Presenter, Audrey D. Jaurige – 3rd place in Best in Technical.
After the scores were tallied up the overall top-performing school is Placido Del Mundo Elementary School.
PLACIDO DEL MUNDO Elementary School held a program “Bulilit Congress” at the Gabaldon Building to discuss and prevent various sicknesses.
Several doctors were present to teach students about the various diseases suffered by young people, as well as to share the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
Doctors from DOH taught
students diseases caused by contaminated surroundings such as dengue, leptospirosis, and many more.
They also informed the students on how to prevent the diseases, how to aid them, and also showed them how to manage the CPR and nosebleed procedure properly.
Moreover, hundreds of students attended the event.
Incoming S.P.G. President Ysabella Marie P. Forcado gave an opening remark, during which she thanked the doctors and health experts who graced the event.
“Through this event, we are empowered to embody sanitation. Especially during these trying times and considering the recent pandemic, this is really helpful,” Forcado said.
EDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Laweji A. Barrameda (ENG)
Crisselle T. Sampaga (FIL)
ASSOCIATE EDITORS Denise Andi L. Bobier, Christian Brent S. Reyes, Lorreine C. Penilla, Alisha Nicole M. Sager, Amber Yphan S.P Tambaba
MANAGING EDITORS Giezryl Dave B. Isurda, Euan Raymund G. Rivera, Charlie Sean R. Somera, Angela Samantha G. Gayondato, Ralph Kendrick D. Guelas, Santino Miguel G. Virrey, Therese, Michaelle E. Cortez, Lance Rhassel L. Campo, Aerhon Josheane T. Orpiano, and John Clarence M. Samonte
NEWS EDITORS Princess Ashley A. Bonifacio, Mikaella Jane P. Prado, Lizette Andi Fernandez, Dexie Nicole M. Magbiro, Alexa Mae G. Manalo, Leoncio III B. Casabuena, Federico R. Abaigar, Angela Denise S. Ygrubay, King Emmanuel
Zacarias, and Angel G. Ismael
FEATURE EDITORS Jhilliane Jhace T. Tulabing, Reimesha Guiniever C. Lim, Kandyz Joyz T.
Santiago, Calix Jansen Guillermo, Erich Lincey
G. Ciego, Wyndell Robert T. Valera, Jestreal Jay
I. Laguerta, Zed Chaztin L. Costales, Brylle Dave Peraz, Shannelle C. Bra, Keisha Samantha L. Itao, Alxcy Maieizha M. Reyes, Angeline F. Yago, and Henry F. Baldado Jr.
SPORTS EDITORS Ysabella Marie P. Forcado, John Matthew M. Nacino, Adriene Jade L. Magbutay, Travis Dwyane R. Orpeza, Matthew
Nicolas M. Bayed, John Emmanuel M. Boral
John James P. Cruzat, John Kelly B. Gusi, Zenree King M. Ruelos, and John Angelo Puntual
PHOTOJOURNALISTS Jilianne Y. Aguila, Jenicah Chrystal R. Villanueva, Tricia Dane R. Pua, Lian Gabrielle C. Garcia, Rhob Ella, Limuelle A. Manuel, Jonnah Marhae R. Orillo, Elijah Heather Grace B. Tamondong, and Althea Chloe B. Serrano
REPORTERS Ashera Joy M. Capillo, Rovin Lex
D.G Trinidad, Mary Naoemi F. Farinas, Leona
Afeni Y. Eiman, Kate Klowee A. Paano, Elle Janine
Olores, Precious C. Estrella, Audrey D. Jaurigue, John Gabrielle S. Tolentino, and Francis Gregory
C. Roque
ARTISTS Mica Ella Charice A. Barilla, Elijah
Eros A. Maghilum, Yuan Darrel P. Baguindoc, Shanelle Franz Laron, Iza Doreen C. Mollaneda, Eajay Monares, Sophia Chloe Villar, Precious I. Etcobanez, Brian Jasper Callos, Seinfeld Kharel
D. Ribalde
SCHOOL PAPER ADVISER
Rubelyn R. Soto
CO-ADVISERS
Liezel S. Reyes
Enesencio C. De Chavez
PRINCIPAL
Ma. Debbie M. Resma, EdD/JD
DISTRICT SUPERVISOR Dr. Marcelino B. Galman Jr.
DIVISION MEDIA SUPERVISORS Ma. Nimfa R. Gabertan, and Dr. Rudolfo F. De Jesus
QC SCHOOLS
SUPERINTENDENT
Carleen S. Sedilla, CESO V
THE PHILIPPINES, A country known for its rich agricultural heritage, has long relied on rice as a staple food. However, in recent years, the implementation of the Rice Tariffication Act has cast a dark shadow over the livelihoods of Filipino farmers. This editorial aims to shed light on the negative consequences of the act and advocate for its reconsideration.
The Rice Tariffication Act, signed into law in 2019, sought to liberalize the rice industry by replacing import quotas with import tariffs. The primary goal was to stabilize rice prices and ensure sufficient supply. Unfortunately, this act has had a detrimental impact on our local farmers.
Firstly, the influx of imported rice has flooded the market, leading to a sharp decline in the demand for locally-produced rice. This has resulted in an oversupply, causing the prices of rice to plummet. As a result, smallscale farmers, who lack the resources to compete with cheap imported rice, are left struggling to sell their crops
and earn a decent income. Moreover, the act has failed to protect the interests of our farmers. The removal of import quotas has made it easier for large-scale importers to dominate the market. These importers can take advantage of economies of scale, negotiate lower prices with foreign suppliers, and undercut the prices of locally-produced rice. This unfair competition undermines the efforts of our hardworking farmers, pushing many of them into poverty and forcing them to abandon their farms.
Aside from the economic impact, the Rice Tariffication Act also has significant environmental implications. By relying heavily on imported rice, we are contributing to increased carbon emissions through long-distance transportation. This not only exacerbates the climate crisis but also undermines our nation’s efforts to promote sustainability and reduce our carbon footprint.
Additionally, the act discourages local farmers from adopting sustainable farming practices. When faced with financial struggles, farmers are more likely to resort to conventional methods that prioritize shortterm gains over long-term sustainability. This can lead to increased pesticide and chemical fertilizer usage, further degrading our fragile ecosystems and jeopardizing the health of our citizens.
Furthermore, the act undermines food security. Relying heavily on imported rice puts our nation at risk in times of global crises, such as pandemics or trade disputes. It is crucial to prioritize the self-sufficiency of our nation and ensure that our farmers are supported in their efforts to produce enough rice to feed our population.
As a nation, we must recognize the importance of supporting our farmers and protecting our agricultural heritage. By doing so, we can ensure a sustainable future for our country, where rice production thrives, and the well-being of our farmers is prioritized. It is time to reassess the Rice Tariffication Act and chart a new course that works towards the betterment of our agricultural sector and the prosperity of our farmers.
We must recognize the importance of supporting our farmers and protecting our agricultural heritage.
CLIMATE CHANGE HAS been happening for quite some time now, and The Philippines has been affected by it. According to PAGASA, the temperature of the Philippines has increased by 0.65 Degrees Celsius, which is higher than the average temperature. The increase in the temperature is consistent with the Global Warning that will result in more extreme weather events.
The Philippines has been struck by typhoons numerous times, but the storms that hit the Philippines have been more frequent and intense in recent years. This has been proven since the year 2021 when three separate typhoons struck the Philippines in the same year.
Intense typhoons haven’t struck the Philippines in over a decade, with the last intense typhoon striking the Philippines in 2013. This intense typhoon has been named “Super Typhoon Haiyan,” otherwise popularly known as “Super Typhoon Yolanda.” This typhoon was also known as one of the strongest typhoons ever recorded, with winds up to 315 kilometers per hour.
According to the “Philippine Climate Change Assessment
Report,” we are vulnerable to sealevel rise, with a coastline of over 36,000 kilometers. The sea levels in the Philippines have risen by 3.1 millimeters per year, above the global average. This is because of the ice melting because of the effects of climate change.
Because of the rise of sea levels, most people in the Philippines have lost their homes because of flooding or destruction because of typhoons. Of course, the Government has been trying to help innocent civilians from the flood, typhoons, droughts, and many more. They do this by cleaning waste, rebuilding, raising fundraisers, giving food and shelter to the affected people, etc.
Now, the cause of climate change hasn’t been exact, but the obvious reasons that can affect the environment and so is the climate are burning garbage, greenhouse gases, air pollution, the cutting of trees, and many more. Because of those reasons, the ozone layer is slowly dying and depleting, so the temperature is severely increasing.
The Government and companies such as PAGASA stated that they will try to help as many people as possible, whether by giving them food and shelter or rescuing
them; they have been trying to help people live or help them the environment.
The solutions for climate change have not been found yet, but we can help to at least slow it down by planting more trees, recycling garbage instead of burning it, and stopping greenhouse gasses and pollution; There are many ways to help prevent climate change, with some being easy or challenging.
Climate change can affect our society through the impacts of different social, cultural, and
natural resources. This is why some people will likely face more significant losses than others, including health, energy, food, and many more.
solutions for climate change have not been found yet, but we can help to at least slow it down by planting more trees, recycling garbage instead of burning it, and stopping greenhouse gasses and pollution; There are many ways to help prevent climate change, with some being easy or challenging.”
GOOD MORNING, MANILA, here’s some heavy traffic to start your day!
It has been a part of our daily lives. We have been alloting time everyday for it. We have adjusted our daily routine for it. For several hours a day, most Filipinos have
been spending their time... sitting on unmoving cars.
And if ever you manage to catch the train or bus, you have already tired yourself out as if you’ve been to a battlefield.
Traffic has become one of the
major problems our country is facing. And if the growing population is any indication, then the future looks dire for the Filipino commuters.
Should traffic be forever a part of our lives? It shouldn’t be. Instead of
politicking our transport woes, our leaders should be thinking ahead, by decades, to solve this problem. We may not be around when traffic is finally solved but at least the future will thank us for solving it.
Commentary “I feel great because I get to see my friends all the time. However, with the change of the academic calendar from June to May to August to May, it could get hot sometimes.” -- John Emmanuel M. Boral, Grade 6 Jose P. Rizal
“I definitely do not miss online classes. I’m so glad to have teachers who are passionate about their vocation and that I get to learn a lot every day.”
Elijah Heather Grace B. Tamondong,
Grade 6 Jose P. Rizal
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“We may not be around when traffic is finally solved but at least the future will thank us for solving it.”
STORIES WERE HEARD of a baby being buried alive in the mountains of Mindoro. Only a few can give answers, but the question is, is it true?
“It is a responsibility,” Daryl stated. Having a child is a responsibility and a decision. It is up to you whether you think you are ready to care for and raise a child.
Hunay Reyes, a resident and an elder with a story to share.
“When I was a child, I visited my niece one time. She said, Auntie, we have a baby now!” She quoted.
She asked, “Where?” “There! We buried her.” The child pointed to the mountains.
Hunay looked around, and she heard cries. “I dug up the weeping
infant and washed her.” She carefully recollected her memories. “I wrapped the baby with a blanket and carried it to my mother to feed it.”
“If she had not fed that baby, It would have died.” The elder shuddered.
THE GIFT OF LIFE
An example of a caring father is Lido Ayan. He recently put up one of his children, JJ, up for adoption. “Do not leave your child without making sure they’re in safe hands. The child will suffer.”
One of the parents that fostered a child is Ataw Antawan. He says that it feels really good to have a child and that he will make sure that he will do everything he and his wife,
Fanny, can do to raise their adopted child properly.
“When we heard a baby was up for adoption, that was when it all started.” He recalled.
“We immediately adopted JL, even though our lives are already hard. The child would suffer too, without parents to guide them.”
“Our motto is reaching the unreached. If no one’s gonna at least try, then who?” Daryl Famirasan said. “Whoever you are, whatever religion you have, we will be here to help.”
“Helping people; makes me rich. I don’t have anything in my pockets, but I feel rich because of the legacy I leave behind with the people I help.
The Paradigm staff writer Laweji Barrameda reflects on his life at PDMES.
by LAWEJI BARRAMEDA“AS A PLACIDONIAN, I would say that studying here is exceptional despite the difficulties, as teachers have high expectations, especially for students in Star Sections. Students here are very competitive and frequently bring home the bacon in each competition,”Laweji Barrameda, a Placido Del Mundo student.
Regardless, if students here misbehave or do something unpleasant to others, teachers will help them behave and follow orders. The teacher will see that they can manage the problem and help find a solution in which both parties will forgive each other.
However, despite the added pressure of being a Placidonian, people will praise and respect you, especially those in Star Sections and those who have won competitions. You will feel that other students and teachers will appreciate your contribution to the school, an example of which is passing an entrance exam at a highly prestigious school.
From my experience, I have gotten a lot of praise and respect for my achievements and accomplishments here in Placido Del Mundo. I also got a sudden boost in confidence and felt honored to be praised by hundreds of students and teachers.
Placido Del Mundo has many extracurricular activities, including
Drum and Lyre, Journalism, Boy and Girl Scouts of the Philippines, Taekwondo, etc.
In our school, we usually start our class by eating soup to get the proper nutrients each student needs. After that, we continue discussing our lesson for each of our subjects. After the fourth period, the school will provide a tray with food that students can buy using their money. This period is called “Breaktime.”
After everyone is done eating, we usually continue our lessons until we are finished, and we can now go home. We also categorize using lines and releasing each section individually to prevent accidents and stampedes.
“Studying here is exceptional despite the difficulties.”
The Gabaldon School Buildings, or simply the Gabaldons, are heritage school buildings in the Philippines that were constructed during the American colonial era. They’re known for their bahay kubo and bahay na batoinspired architecture.
President Rodrigo Duterte has approved a law requiring the preservation of Gabaldon school structures across the Philippines.
On January 18, 2019, Duterte signed Republic Act 11194, which aims to conserve the architectural, historical, and social significance of Gabaldon school buildings, which were built in the Philippines between 1907 and 1946.
The school buildings were constructed by American architect William Parsons and were funded by Isauro Gabaldon’s Act No. 1801.
Under the National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009, all Gabaldon school buildings will be recognized as built heritage and, as a result, will be included as cultural properties.
According to the law, the Department of Education, in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, and the National Museum,
must develop a program for identifying and conserving all Gabaldon school buildings across the country.
Local government bodies with Gabaldon school buildings under their control must also take steps to maintain and conserve these structures, as well as assist the Department of Education in its conservation efforts.
One of the oldest schools in the Novaliches district is the public school of Placido Del Mundo Elementary School, along Quirino Highway, in Barangay Talipapa.
Placido Del Mundo has the Gabaldon Building, the oldest building, built on 1924 and was renovated from 1953 to 1957, which cost PHP 73,000.00 with the help of Eulogio Rodriguez Sr. Founded in 1922 as Talipapa Primary School, the school changed its name to Tandang Sora Elementary School, after the revolutionary hero Melchora Aquino (1812–1919), who was born nearby. And in 1965, the school was finally renamed after Don Placido C. Del Mundo, a local patron who had worked tirelessly to establish and grow the school since 1922.
Food safety
IT’S BECOMING INCREASINGLY hot here in the Philippines. And here at PDMES, it’s no different. The recent resurgence of the hot climate is affecting Placidonians negatively. Luckily, many ways exist to combat the ever-increasing heat in the Philippines.
It’s becoming increasingly hot here in the Philippines. And here at PDMES, it’s no different. The recent resurgence of the hot climate is affecting Placidonians negatively. Luckily, many ways exist to combat the ever-increasing heat in the Philippines.
This extreme heat can cause a variety of sicknesses that are not ideal to have in school. From nausea to vomiting, students carry these illnesses during school hours. Thus, they must focus on something other than their
academic and extra-curricular activities. These effects could also make students unable to keep up with school topics.
And it’s not just students that are being affected by the heat. The adults are also affected. Extreme heat can cause parents and teachers to get heat stroke. Because of these illnesses, parents are not able to assist their children. Teachers need to be able to teach subject topics to their students.
However, solutions to these problems are being done. Students bring fans and water bottles to keep themselves hydrated and cool. Students should also get medicine in case of headaches and nausea due to the heat.
In short, there are many health risks due to the extreme heat and climate in the Philippines. However, there are also many ways to combat these illnesses caused by the unbearable heat.
PDMES STUDENTS BADE
“Goodbye Bulate” with the help of doctors from the Division Quezon City Schools our school nurse and Department of Health (DOH).
After recess time, all pupils from Kinder to Grade 6 participated in the progam. The doctors discussed first the importance of taking the tablet and to have no worms in our stomach.
After which, pupils were given the medicine. They made sure that pupils had no headache, stomach ache, allergy and other illnesses.
If pupils did not feel not well after taking the medicine they should immediately seek the help of the doctors or their advisers.
S.P.G. officers graced the event to encourage their fellow students to take the medicine. Students who availed the deworming medicine were required to submit parental consent form.
“There are many health risks due to the extreme heat and climate in the Philippines. However, there are also many ways to combat these illnesses caused by the unbearable heat.”
Badminton
Basketball adventures
The PDMES Badminton Team is a sports team from PDMES. They were trained and worked hard for a place in a division and to earn an invitation to Palarong Pambansa. Everything started with the tryout on January 18, which eliminated people individually and selected the eight final players.
The team includes eight members: in the boy’s division, the first single is their leader, Clemente James Jairus C.; the second single is Idorita, Jazteen Carl, and in the doubles, Ruelos, Zenree King R. and Dela Cruz Matteo Ralph A., while in the girl’s division is first single Rull, Quisha Ericka, second single Buenaventura, Kim Bridget H., and in the doubles is Ampo, Julliana J. and Burac, Mariel M.
They were trained to fight for the division on January 28, 2023, physically and mentally; the picked players were trained weekly by the coaches for the division level. They were trained at places like The Grass, Silvina Village, and the PDMEScovered court.
The competition was hosted at Roces Science and Technology High School on March 20, 2023. In the boy’s division, the first and second singles lasted until round 2, while the boys double lost the round in the 4th quarterfinal. At the same time, the girl’s division lasted until the quarterfinals.
by JOHN KELLY B. GUSI
ON THE 27TH day of May of the current year, we just got lucky to watch PBA On Tour. I am the luckiest one, together with my classmates, accompanied by our dear teacher Maam Ruby Soto, to watch the game of San Miguel Beermen vs. Northport Batang Pier located at Caloocan Sports Complex.
Even though the PAG-ASA announced a super typhoon coming, we ignored it. The court is full of people, and the game has yet to start. Being a part of the audience, we’re so much enjoyed and happy. Lots of people were delighted because of this free ticket.
The two teams continued to fight. The San Miguel Beermen scored the first 11 points in the second. Northport Batang Pier fought against San Miguel to lead, but the score ended the 1st Quarter with a 19-6 lead San Miguel.
Northport is trying its best to chase the lead against San Miguel. No one wanted to lose, but San Miguel kept scoring to improve their information against Northport. In the 2nd Quarter, they ended with a score of 39-34. San Miguel still has the lead.
The 3rd Quarter has started.
Northport tried to seize San Miguel’s advantage, but they could not. San Miguel still has the lead. Northport couldn’t get the lead, so the 3rd Quarter ended with a score of 68-55.
The 4th Quarter San Miguel Players are determined to finish the game against the Northport Batang Pier. Unfortunately, Northport Batang Pier failed to lower to lead against the San Miguel Beermen in the 4th Quarter and scored 87-75. The San Miguel Beermen win the game. The best player is John Rodney Brondial. He scored 18 points, 21 rebounds, and three assists.
When the game ended, we
were lucky to go to the dugout. We were happy to see the players and took a picture with the players. The players allowed us to take a picture with them. That day was one of the unforgettable days we watched the PBA On Tour. We went home smiling, and the people inside that court. The match we watched was worth it!
“That day was one of the unforgettable days we watched the PBA On Tour. We went home smiling, and the people inside that court. The match we watched was worth it!”Photo News We got to pose a photo with PBA basketball players! Ruby Soto
PLACIDO DEL MUNDO ELEMENTARY School Elementary School overtook 16 schools in the sports division contest on March 11–12, as they showed a strong impression.
In the end, with the guidance of their coach, Mr. Resty Presentacion, they took home a total of 9 medals, belonging to Guillermo I C. Ollegue, Gold
Medalist- High Jump, Bronze Medalist- 100 Meter Dash, Silver Medalist- 200 Meter Dash
Silver Medalist - 4x400 Meter
Relay Silver Medalist- 400 Low
Hurdles Brent C. Mabalatan
Silver Medalist- 4x400Meter
Relay Jacob Roland Enciso
Silver Medalist- 4x400Meter
Relay Khiro C. Delos Ama
Bronze Medalist- Shot Put Silver Medalist- 4x400Meter Relay.
PLACIDO DEL MUNDO
ELEMENTARY School Guillermo I
C. Ollegue overtakes 17 Divisions in Track and Field NCR Palaro, April 24-28, 2023, as he shows a strong display.
Ollegue, a grade 6 student in Melchora Aquino, dominated the NCR Palaro; at the end, Ollegue took home two gold medals ( 4x100 Meter Relay and 4x400 Meter Relay), a silver ( 400 Low Hurdles), and a bronze medal (400 Meter Dash).
Taekwando Taekwando team kicks off their opponents
by ZENREE RUELOSPLACIDO DEL MUNDO
ELEMENTARY School got a bunch of bronze medals at the division level last March 4, 2023, at Batasan National High School.
Alxcy Maieizha Reyes, John Ethan Dave Boral, John Jaycob C. Mayo, at John Emmanuel M. Boral were from team Placido. John Ethan Dave Boral, and John Emmanuel M. Boral received the bronze award for the sparring tournament while John Jaycob C. Mayo received a bronze award in poomsae.
9medals
1 gold
6 silver
2 bronze
Chess PDMES chess team secures 4 place
PLACIDO DEL MUNDO
Elementary School Chess Team snatches four places in the District Chess Tournament at Alejandro Roces High School, March 11–12, 2023.
With their coaches, Tonny Totto and Gabby Garcia’s support, the PDMES Chess teams consisting of Louriejane Panes, Phoebe Louise Dela Cruz, Rv Craig Haber, and John Matthew Nacino showed what they were made of after securing four placements in the District Chess Tournament.
In the end, Lourejane Panes placed 9th, John Matthew Nacino placed 10th, Phoebe Louise placed 12th, and RV Craig Haber placed 22nd.
Placido del Mundo Elementary, Quezon School, Quezon City Volume VI No. 1 August 2022-May 2023 YSABELLA MARIE P. YSABELLA MARIE P. FORCADO Placidian chess players pose for a photo. Tricia Dane R. Pua Guillermo I C. Ollegue is a Grade 6 Melchora Aquino student. Christian Brent S. Reyes