The Republic LXXVII No. 2

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Challenge Accepted Malolos all set as RSPC 2018 battleground

“The challenge is big, but the success of the hosting of the 2018 RSPC will be the collec tive efforts of all the stakeholders of DepEd City of Malolos,” Schools Division Superin tendent-Officer-in-charge and Overall Chair man of this year’s RSPC Dr. Merlina P. Cruz said during the division-wide pre-planning meeting and regional orientation on Novem ber 6 at Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) Bahay Alumni.

After 23 years, campus journalists from Re gion III will once again have the City of Malolos as their battleground for the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC) on November 19 to 21, but this time as a standalone division from the division of Bulacan.

As stated in the Division Memorandum No. 429 s. 2018, a division-wide pre-planning meeting and a regional orientation was held on November 6 and 7, respectively, in preparation for the event that will be participated in by an estimated 7,000 RSPC qualifiers, school paper advisers and other guests.

Dr. Cruz said that preparations are already underway, including minor repairs on school fa cilities that will hold the contests and guests as billeting headquarters.

In 1995, Malolos which was then under the Division of Bulacan hosted the National Sec ondary Schools Press Conference at the Malolos Central School (now City of Malolos Integrated School-Sto. Rosario), under then Schools Divi sion Superintendent of Bulacan Division Dr. Fe S. Ventura.

On the other hand, MHPNHS-Junior High School Principal IV Reynaldo M. Diaz assured that the school which will hold most of the events is “more than ready” to welcome the par ticipants as one of the three contest venues .

“Ready na ako. Ready na tayo. Sabado’t-ling go tumatrabaho na rin kami dahil maraming kailangang iayos sa school. Ayaw kong mapahi ya ang Malolos kaya matinding paghahanda ito,” he added.

Contests will be held in three venues: MH PNHS and La Consolacion University Phil ippines (LCUP) main campus and Barasoain campus, while the opening program on Novem ber 20 that will be attended by participants in the individual category and other guests will be at the Malolos Sports and Convention Center (MSCC). Several other schools are designated as billeting headquarters.

After the three bomb threats reported last October in Marcelo H. del Pilar National high school (MHPNHS), the School Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (SDRRMC) pushes for the immediate installation of an efficient and responsive public addressed alarm system in the campus.

According to Raul C. Reyes Jr., SDRRMC coordinator, the council has already bought one of the equipment of this alarm system and trying to complete it as soon as possible before the scheduled series of drills on November.

“We already purchased the amplifier. Actually, madami pang kulang but we, the council, are doing our best to complete and install this… Actually ang tinatarget namin ay around November so that we can conduct another drill,” Reyes said.

With the relentless efforts to provide quality education and to diminish the number of students who fail to attend formal schooling in the City of Malolos, Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) launched the first ever Alternative Learning System (ALS) for high school in the city this year.

Through the leadership of the Open High School Program (OHSP) Coordinator, Roberto Abanag, the school proposed the implementation of ALS in school, side by side with the OHSP to cater to learners in the age range of 17 and above who were not able to finish high school. Having the two programs (ALS and OHSP) under one roof gave birth to the new title for MHPNHS being the Center for Alternative Education (CAED) which aims to provide more educational opportunities for Malolenos.

The first batch of ALS learners consists of 36 active members from different walks of life. Running on a ten – month calendar year, the MHPNHS CAED offered blended learning, Skills Training for National Certificate (NC) II and Academic Refreshment and Review as innovation.

Recently, the first batch of 36 have undergone TESDA assessment in the Lyceum of the Philippines University in Manila and all passed the (NC) II for Food and Beverages Services (FBS).

“Siyempre nakakaproud and happy kami para sa mga estudyante naming sa ALS na nakapasa sila sa NC II. Ito naman yung goal natin sa program eh yung

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SDS-oic Dr. Merlina P. cruz headed the regional orientation on the conduct of rSPc 2018 last november 7 at MhPnhS bahay Alumni. Photo by Daniel labordo.

alerto marcelo. one of the SDrrMc coordinator, raul c reyes, reorients teachers how to handle bomb threats and other disasters. Photo by Psalmuelle Pascual

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New Tech-Voc Building ‘Calamity Resilient’

walls, up to the ceiling, according to Ronnie Gimpaya, facilitator of the building construction.

strength of materials nandun lahat para safe na safe yung gagamit,” Gimpaya added.

The 22 by 7 meter, one story building is the second of the three buildings to be used for workshop classrooms of technical-vocational students located in front of the 3P’s A and B buildings. It is also calamity resilient from its flooring, to the

“Itong building na ito nakadesign ‘to as a calamity resilient. Kahit anong lakas ng intensity ng earthquake, kahit anong lakas nung signal nung bagyo... nakita nila kung papaano namin nilalagyan ng bakal yung flooring yung thickness nung aming flooring, yung tapang nung semento namin, yung

Kapitolyo sa Baranggay Project unifies stakeholders

A program for daycare students and parents was also conducted. The KSB facilitators from the PHO held a soup kitchen for the kids with matching raffle for the parents.

“Naniniwala ako na ang kalusugan ay isa rin sa mga gamot ng panahon ngayon sa pag-aaral,” Josee Pineda, President of General Parents and Teachers Association (GPTA), said during the conduct of the Kapitolyo sa Barangay Project held in Marcelo H. del Pilar (MHPNHS) Gym last September 20.

The MHPNHS GPTA organized the medical mission dubbed as “Kapitolyo sa Barangay” as it successfully united the the provincial health office, local barangay council, the parents, school administration, teaching and non-teaching personnel and studentry.

The project aimed to lessen sick people especially students and to settle for healthier living by not spending anything but the support of the government instead. Free medical services and medicines were given to students, parents, personnel and even residents of the nearby barangays.

The KSB in Marcelo was participated in by more than 500 people which availed free services including medical check – ups, ECG, X-Ray, dental services and blood pressure and height and weight check – up. Free haircut and massage were also offered.

After the check – up corresponding medicines were distributed to participants.

In the last part of the program, the facilitators gave away wheelchairs and nebulizers to qualified recipients. Also, seeds for planting were also distributed to the participants.

Pineda added that the medical mission and services were directed by Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado with the help of Vice Governor Daniel Fernando, who was present during the event, in partnership also with Malolos City Mayor Christian Natividad.

“Sa kalahatan naging matagumpay naman ang proyekto. Madami ang nakinabang. May ilang mga struggles lang tayo like miscommunication pero nasurpass naman, so all in all the project is a success,” Bagong Bayan Chairman Richie Caluag said, who is also one of the supporters of the project.

MHPNHS Principals Reynaldo M. Diaz (JHS) and Ma.Victoria C. Vivo (SHS) expressed appreciation towards the stakeholders and welcomed more projects like this for the Del Pilarians.

Meanwhile, the GPTA is set to organized another project for the Del Pilarians entitled “Silip Mata” program, for students, teachers and personnel who cannot afford an eye checkup and are incapable of buying reading glasses or doble vista. The date is yet to be announced by the GPTA officers.

The building will be a workshop classroom for Tech-Voc students and have started construction since June, while the other buildings which started construction last February will be finished approximately by December.

“Siguro pinakamatagal na namin, ito, within a month. Yung first building

nagstart kami ng Febuary tapos natapos by June. Kaya lang June, simultaneously, tinatanggal na namin yung existing na building dito, then simultaneously, habang ginagawa ‘tong pangalawang building, ginagawa na rin yung pangatlo,” Gimpaya said.

The new buildings are all part of the continuous efforts of the school administration, LGUs and DPWH to provide more classrooms for the convenience of the Del Pilarians.

Dr. Cruz lauds DelPi teachers

“Teachers, who love teaching, teach children to love learning.”

In the celebration of the culmination of the National Teachers Month and World Teacher’s Day , Dr. Merlina P. Cruz , Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Officer-In-Charge in the Schools Division of Malolos, aroused enthusiasm and gratitude for Del Pilarian teachers through her speech.

Regarding this, she reminisce a story where a colorful peculiar fish decided to share his rainbow scales among others realizing that even one scale was left, he was still surrounded by delighted species.

“That is how I see you teachers, that is how you are with your students. It’s not only joy, it’s not only laughter’ it’s not only fun, but you also give away your knowledge your skills, the lessons, and we share the character of our students,” Cruz said after telling the story of the Rainbow Fish.

On the other hand, MHPNHS Harmonic Band serenades the teachers with the song “The Greatest Love of All”. After, the masters of ceremony, Merwyn Cruz and Kathleen Leoncio, asked some teachers what is the funniest experienced they had inside the classroom.

“Pagpasok ko sa room walang pumapansin sakin, takbuhan ng takbuhan at saka naghaharutan yung mga estudyante. Sabi ko ‘quiet nandito nako’ ayaw parin akong pansinin. Ang ginawa ko kinuha ko yung pamaypay ko tapos pinagtutuktukan sila ‘upo, upo, upo’... na-realize ko lang maya-maya na hindi pala ‘to ang room ko,” a math teacher shared cheerfully during the event.

Afterwards, they give tribute to the retired teachers and recognized educators that have served MHPNHS for 15 and 30 years by giving them a plaque, cash envelope and a simple gift.

Lastly, chosen students were picked to showcase their talents: Spoken word poetry by Dee Anne Tampuz of 10 Nakpil (SPJ), Artwork of SpEd student, Sabayang Pagbigkas by 8 apitong, and a dance number from selected classroom officers of grades 7, 8, 9, and 10.

The event was celebrated with the theme “Gurong Pilipino: Turo Mo, Kinabukasan Ko” in MHPNHS Alumni Hall, which is also its soft opening, last October 5.

The teachers went to Malolos Sports and Convention Center and continue the program with other teachers from different schools of the Division of City of Malolos later in the afternoon of the same day.

Diwa, Dangal, Dunong Delpis celebrate BHS Alumni Excellence

“To forget is to betray, ang lumimot ay magtaksil. I believe that remembering is a moral duty, so we are bound to that responsibility to remember,” Frederick Macale said, adviser of KOLAB Social Science Education Collective.

Hence, Galing Marcelo, an event to remember and recognize notable alumni of Bulacan High School (now MHPNHS) who excel in their own fields and profession, was conducted last September 3 in the school gymnasium.

Relatives who came from as far as Makati City, received plaques for the same alumni SHS sections were named, including Felipe F. Cruz, Geminiano T. de Ocampo, and Marcelo S. Balatbat, together with Romualdo Vijandre, Purificacion C. Reyes, and Gabriel A. Bernardo which the Student Center, SHS clinic, and the Resource Hub were named after, respectively.

City of Malolos Mayor Atty. Christian D. Natividad was present as well to receive the award for his father, former Congressman Teodulo C. Natividad, another BHS alumni with a Technical and Vocational Livelihood (TVL) track section named after him.

The event was attended by senior high students and teachers, organized by KOLAB SSEC with the help of Supreme Student Government led by teachers from Work Immersion Faculty.

After the event, relatives of the alumni together with the directors of the project unveiled a marker that was placed on each post of the rooms of the SHS buildings dedicated to each one of them.

It is done to inform all the Del Pilarians that there are people who became successful molded by the same character and discipline and to remember and pay respect to all the distinct people who brought honor and dignity to our beloved school.

p laying s afe Vice governor Daniel r fernando presents the provincial government’s plan for disaster preparedness and possible flood solutions at the MhPnhS gymnasium during the

Fernando: Provincial gov’t focuses on flood solutions, approves airport project

Bulacan’s provincial government is watching closely the municipalities in the province where flood easily goes up, according to Vice Governor Daniel R. Fernando when asked about the government’s plan for disaster preparedness and management last September 20 as he attended ‘Kapitolyo sa Barangay’ in Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School’s gymnasium.

According to Fernando, they are already taking actions and are planning more strategic actions to lessen the effect of disasters, especially floods.

“Nagbibigay tayo ng libreng sakay kung may baha sa ating mga kalsada, ito yung ating truck service. Sa mga tao, hindi makapaghanapbuhay sa

s tudent s afety. new tech-Voc buildings built to withstand calamities such as earthquakes. this is part of the school’s efforts to improve its disaster management and preparedness. Photo by Angelo Dustin Pineda

Helping Hands A child avails the benefits of a soup kitchen organized by KSb facilitators during the Medical Mission to help the community. Photo by Angelo Pineda.

Kapitolyo sa barangay. Photo by Angelo Dustin Pineda

Just dance. teachers from MhPnhS danced the boom, boom challenge at the Malolos Sports convention and center during the World teachers’ Day celebration, oct. 5. Photo by Jaiza Santiago

10k cash prize awaits Search for Best Classroom contest winner

Pilarians discipline of maintaining a better classroom, the Search for the Best Learning Environment for School Year 2018 to 2019 was launched in the second week of October.

Based on the contest’s mechanics and guidelines, all classrooms are automatically entries to the competition and must follow and contain the things listed in classroom structuring checklist.

Association, Alumni and local barangay council are also encouraged to help and support in beautifying the classrooms.

Menor, Diaz bag

Mr. and Ms. DepEd crowns

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Two Del Pilarian teachers proved that Marcelo H. del Pilar National high school (MHPNHS) is not the only home of student achievers but also of beauty and brains teachers.

As part of the celebration of the National Teachers’ Month and World Teachers’ Day last October 5, the Schools Division of Malolos once again searched for the Mr. and Ms. DepEd (Malolos) held at Malolos Sports and Convention Center.

The pageant ended with John Rehame Menor, Araling Panlipunan teacher of MHPNHS-Junior high school, crowned as Mr. Deped (Malolos) 2018 and Kim Diaz, Oral Communication teacher of MHPNHS-Senior high school, awarded as Ms. DepEd (Malolos) 2018.

Ten thousand pesos cash is said to be at stake as grand prize to the section/s with the best classroom, Reynaldo M. Diaz, MHPNHS-JHS Principal IV said in an interview.

To facilitate a more conducive learning environment and to boost the Del

The contest was spearheaded by the school administration with Jesusa Queasada, School Administrative Officer IV and Reynaldo M. Diaz, Principal IV of Junior high school department as chairpersons, together with two non-teaching personnel as committee members.

“Goyo” in the Eyes of an Educator

of disbelief right after watching the film.

The School memorandum also stated that the aim of this contest is also to give a reward and incentive to class advisers and teachers who do their best with classroom structuring, cleanliness and beautification. Other stakeholders of the school such as the Parents – Teachers

The Secretariat for the Search and the Monitoring and Evaluation Team will be in-charge of assessment of classrooms.

Final evaluation will be done on first week of December and announcement of winner will be on second week of the same month.

Both winners received 5,000 pesos in cash, a sash, a crown, a trophy and a certificate of recognition.

According to Diaz and Menor, it is their first to compete in the pageant as teachers but they don’t take it seriously instead as a new experience.

“Tandaan mo kung sino ka.”

One statement stands out above the rest in Jerrold Tarog’s take on the story of Gregorio del Pilar, “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral.” In the film, was the one Julian del Pilar constantly told his brother in times of doubt.

With this, the film calls for people to reevaluate how we see them, but according to Frederick Macale, SHS teacher and a graduate of history, Goyo’s contributions to the revolution got overshadowed by his internal conflict in this interpretation.

“Tandaan mo kung sino ka” was a line vital to the narrative, since we didn’t see the Goyo that liberated Paombong and Bulakan and won the battle of Quinga (now Plaridel, Bulacan) in the film. Instead, according to Sir Macale, it turned Goyo to no hero.

“A narrative capitalizing the faults of a hero won’t help in inspiring a nation hungry for national salvation,” he said in a Facebook post that according to him, came out of impulse and trance

In an event organized by KABESERA or Samahang Pangkalinangan ng Bulacan “Tandaan Mo Kung Sino” that was meant to discuss the film and where Sir Macale served as one of the resource speakers, his fellow teachers who attended addressed the same concerns, stating that younger audiences—their students—had trouble understanding it. The forum was held last September 28, 2018 at the Museo ni Marcelo H. del Pilar in San Nicolas, Bulakan, Bulacan. Resource speakers also include Isagani B. Giron, president of Bulakan Salinlahi, who served as a consultant for “Goyo” and Roberto E. Reyes, a history teacher in the University of the Philippines Pampanga and a descendant of the Enriquez’s who fought with the boy general and had their own contributions in the revolution.

In the end, he reminded fellow educators that this is a great time to teach history, and why wouldn’t it be? As they might say, “History is only written by victors.” It is a teacher’s vital role to open the students’ eyes to new perspectives or unveil previously unknown stories behind events in history.

“The more you know about the story, the better you will be as a reporter.”

Former Republic editor tops Med-Tech board exam

A former associate editor of The Republic is among the Top 10 passers of the September 2018 Medical Technology Licensure Examination.

After recording a 91.00% average, Christine Joy M. De Leon ranked fifth in the mentioned board examination.

In a Facebook interview, De Leon said that she went through a four-month intensive review for the exam. She also mentioned how difficult for her to recall all the

things she learned during her studies in a short period of time.

“Super hirap. Kasi ang daming aaralin sa loob ng four months. Yong inaral mo na majors mo kailangan mabalikan in four months. Then the thought na hindi mo naman alam ang itatanong sa board exam, kaya dapat marami kang alam, marami kang baon, nakaka-pressure siya,” De Leon narrated.

She recalled how her trainings in The Republic helped her in in developing her communication skills and discipline to manage her time well.

“It enchanced my communication skills, sobrang nagagamit ko to ngayon now that I am invited in speaking engagements sa mga school events and hospitals. I can also say na mas natuto ako maging disciplined during the training sa The Republic, I learned how to manage my time well because back then I had to juggle acad, The Repub[lic], other orgs and church,” she said.

De Leon also mentioned how The Republic helped her develop her confidence.

“Most importantly, being involved in school orgs like The Republic broadened my connections and it boosted my self-confidence when it comes to socializing with people,” she added.

De Leon finished Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology last June at Far Eastern University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude and an excellence awardee in her specialization.

Moreover, De Leon was among the students of Engineering and Science Education Program, now Science Technology and Engineering Program. She was the batch salutatorian of Class 2014.

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Data journalism is referred to as the journalism reflecting the increased role of numerical data in the production and distribution of information.

New perspective

As someone who is in the field, Mangahas stressed the importance of numbers— referring to data and statistics—in writing a report and reminds SPAs to not become “allergic” to them as data journalism has been practiced for a long time.

“Journalism should have to do more with numbers … Hindi nakakatakot—in fact, malaking tulong,” she added.

The PCIJ co-founder also cited ways on how to pass on the practice of data journalism to campus journalists and shared that one must be a good researcher first before being a good reporter.

If environmentalists have 3R’s (Reduce, reuse, recycle), Mangahas has her own 4R’s to remember in teaching journalism in schools: rethink, retool, reshape, and reframe. It has to do with the progress of modern technology and journalism’s transition from using trimedia (radio, print, television) to multimedia 21st century skills, character-based education

In line with the National Schools Press Conference Theme, “Fostering 21st century skills through character-based education,” Mangahas emphasized traits that CJs should have, some of which are honesty, humility, diligence, selflessness, and patriotism.

She reminded SPAs to exert efforts to get the other side of the story, showing one’s fairness as a journalist, and most importantly, to develop a reading habit.

Twenty-first century skills is mostly centered on the widened use of multimedia in journalism, and according to her, technology is a good source of information if one knows how to look.

Bomb Scare...

He mentioned that based on the initial assessment conducted by a technician around the campus, the needed horns are about 16 pieces and this will be installed from Gate 1 towards building D and some other parts of the school.

“If we will install three from the gym, one will be installed in the Senior High School building and another one in the gate, so far I think it will be loud enough for everyone to hear it clearly,” he stated.

Furthermore, Reyes added that if this alarm system will be completed it will be very helpful to disseminate information in times of emergency and the benefits will be long term.

“So basically in case of emergency everybody will be informed right away. And in 5 to 10 years’ time, if it will be maintained I think many batches could still use it,” Reyes answered talking to its advantages.

Fernando...

so they are preparing on plans to focus on preventing floods.

“Ang solusyon na naka-focus kami talaga ay kung paano maaiibsan ang pagbaha at ang high tide… kaya inaprubahan na namin yung airport sa Taliptip,” he stated.

Fernando said by welcoming this airport to Bulacan it will serve as barrier to high tide.

The provincial government was expecting that effect because the airport will be situated in the coastal areas around the province specifically in Taliptip, Bulakan.

In addition, he also presented that after the airport was finished they will make a spillway for the water that comes from the mountains so it can flow easily out towards the sea.

“Pag ito naayos lahat, yung airport at tsaka yung spillway, magiging maayos na ang lahat. Hindi na babahain ang ating mga catch basin tulad ng Marilao, Calumpit, Meycauayan at Hagonoy,” he addressed.

Diaz mentioned their advantages were the positive thought that they are well – supported by the entire Del Pilarian community.

Meanwhile, before the coronation night, contestants showcased their confidence in wearing casual attires and answering some questions during the pre-pageant, last September 28 at STI – Malolos Campus.

In the Question and Answer portion, Menor was asked why he should be the one to win as Mr. Deped (Malolos) 2018.

“Kasi tinataglay ko ang mga katangian ng isang Mr. DepEd, bilang isang guro ako’y matatag, maaaring paghugutan ng lakas ng mga bata at tayo din ang nagsisilbing inspirasyon sa mga ito at kani-kanilang magulang,” Menor repeated his answer to the question.

While, Diaz was asked what her plans and goals could be if she will be a president for a week.

“If I will be given a chance to be a president for a week I will use my voice to inspire people especially the young minds as part of my profession. And also I am going to listen to them because listening nowadays is a hardly practice skill. This is why we have miscommunication which cause war and troubles. I will listen first to make a bridge between other people in our country and make some action,” Diaz stated.

K Athleen Joy

Baguio City.

paper r oom Students of 7 Plata (SPfl) decorate their classroom with colorful sticky papers, neon strips for a creative bulletin board. Photo by Angelo Dustin Pineda

tWo in one two crowns conquest for one school. Photo courtesy: Kim Diaz

Buo-Giba-Buo-Giba projects Maloleños complain on road excavations

restrain a national government project through Temporary Restraining Order (TRO),” Natividad said.

months.

Maloleños are definitely tired of the “buo-giba’buo-giba” road projects in the city.

The city government of Malolos questions the continuing excavation of roads along Malolos McArthur Highway without prior consultation and proper coordination by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

According to City of Malolos Mayor Christian D. Natividad in his interview last October 24, the diggings along interior and city roads were related to ‘P2.4-billion Bulacan Bulk Water System (BBWS) under the public-private partnership project of the provincial government and San Miguel Corporation.

“Bigla nalang babakbakin yan ng walang paalam samin. Kaya pag nandun na, di na namin pwedeng pigilan, because according to the law, you cannot

However, when excavations began in the city, it heightened the heavy traffic being experienced by the Malolenos since it hosts a number of big schools and universities, thus, evoking more complaints from the motorists and commuters including teachers and students.

When the work crews began digging up Malolos roads last October 19, it affected the economic activity of the city. The usual 10 to 20 minutes travel from Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) to Malolos Crossing and nearby areas now take 30 to 60 minutes or more, factors that also contribute to the tardiness of some teachers and students in the city, as mentioned by some Del Pilarians.

In a radio interview to Malolos City Councilor Atty. Nino Bautista, if only proper coordination is done, the city could have saved the event of excavating then and again the roads. It can be recalled that these roads had just completed improvements in the past

According to Section 27 of the Local Government Code of 1991, no project or program shall be implemented by government authorities unless the consultation was complied with, and prior approval of the ‘sanggunian’ concerned was obtained.

Also, Bautista added, that the City Government will not resist the project because it is for the benefit of the Bulakenos. However, with proper coordination the LGU could have prepared a traffic management plan to lessen the problem on traffic around the already heavily traffic congested city of Malolos.

In line with this, the councilor proposed a city ordinance to resolve traffic problems and avoid similar digging and excavation problems.

One is the truck ban ordinance from 6 to 9 in the morning 4 to 7 in the afternoon from Monday to Friday.

Second is the restoration bond ordinance which states that before any digging and excavation take effect, a

restoration bond from the contractor shall be given to ensure that the affected roads will be 100 percent restored to its form. This ordinance is answer to the observed practice of contractors in the national road along the city which leaves excavated road unattended and not properly restored causing more traffic and dangers to the commuters and motorists.

And lastly, the prior consultation ordinance which states that any project to be done in the city, whether a local or national project which will affect the cityhood, shall be well coordinated to the city government of Malolos to avoid the “buo-giba-buo-giba” practice.

Bulacan Governor Wilhelmino Sy – Alvarado, on the other hand, asked the people to be patient for the end result of the project will benefit the Bulakenyos.

Meanwhile, despite the efforts to take the side of the DPWH in Tikay, City of Malolos, the Republic reporters were refused interview.

High inflation rate strikes students, teachers New School Logo design to strengthens ties

Due to the series of inflation or hike of prices of basic commodities and services in the country in the past months this year, students and teachers of MHPNHS revealed its impact on their daily lives.

Being one of the biggest public high schools in Bulacan, most of the students here are from low and average income earning families. In a random interview conducted by The Republic staffers, students and teachers shared how inflation affects their daily budget.

“Sometimes we skip meals or snacks in school na lang because of lack of money,” said Norybeth Dela Cruz, a grade 9 student.

“It’s enough for me, for food, but you will also think about the other expenses that you spend in school stuffs,” Mikaella Shane Dayao, grade 9 also said.

According to the school’s retail store manager, prices of some school supplies and foods in canteens increased, which adds up to the burden of students when they need to purchase supplies for projects and school activities.

Even the foods in the canteen increased prices with student meals now ranging from 40 to as much as 60 pesos which is a big cut from their daily allowance.

“Kahit gusto nating ibaba sana yung prices, mataas na din kasi yung puhunan, lalo na di ba sa bigas lately. Kahit sa mga gulay or kahit yung mga chichirya tumaas din. Siyempre gusto din naming matulungan yung mga estudyante kaso kahit kami dito sa canteen nararamdaman din naming yung effect, pati sa kita ng canteen,” said Joy Paronda, school – managed canteen manager.

Maria Agustin, a canteen staff, also added, “Malaki ang epekto ng pagtaas ng bilihin, kasi sa panahon ngayon alam naman natin na may budget nalang ang mga estudyante, imbes na nakakabili sila ng dalawang tinapay, nagiging isa nalang.”

Meanwhile, some teachers also shared their views on how they are affect-

ed by inflation.

“Well everybody is of course affected by the continuing rise of prices. Sa aming mga working, factor is the prices of commodities and services, pamasahe pa, are continuously rising, but our wages (salary) hindi naman itinataas ng gobyerno,” stated Hilda Magahis, Senior High School (SHS) teacher.

“So ang nangyayari, kailangan talagang mas maghigpit pa ng sinturon, lalo siyempre katulad ko may mga anak ako, pati yung mga anak ko nag-aaral kailangan din magtipid ng husto so we can make ends meet with my meager salary as a teacher,” she concluded.

When asked how Del Pilarian students and teachers can beat inflation, most of the interviewees gave mostly the same answer.

“For now as students, we have to budget our allowance wisely. Better if we can cut spending on unnecessary stuffs and focus on the important stuffs muna like those we need for school,” said Sophia Natividad, SHS student.

“At this point in time, it is very important that we teach our students the value of frugality pagtitipid. And mas maiintindihan siguro nila kung aware sila sa nangyayari sa ekonomiya at sa bansa natin,” shared Marcosa Deloria, Araling Panlipunan teacher.

Bulilit Project reaches out to younger studes

by nerissa

“Let the history reveal where he came from through entertainment.” Aimed to reach out to elementary students and teach them beyond their classroom’s four walls, the first Bulilit Project was conducted in Sta. Isabel Elementary School (SIES) last August 31. The event was conducted by KOLAB Social Science Ed Collective’s Praxis

the inauguration of the Philippine Independence in 1899.

To showcase the children’s creativity, Praxis members guided the students in making their own puppets, based on their own life hero. Afterwards, the students participated by presenting their own puppets. The Bulilit Project is primarily aimed to promote reading among elementary schools and communities through storytelling and art-making sessions.

“To foster unity among

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c onstruction o bstruction A pipe-laying project along McArthur highway from tikay to longos causes heavy traffic on the main road obstructing all time bound activities of Maloleños. Photo by Ma. isabel cruz.

d o W n to one. School vendors, not only students also feel the effect of the spike of inflation rate. Photo by Daniel labordo

great W all of mangroves UNDERRATED GRACE

The words “mother” and “Earth” have always been inseparable because inarguably, they carry one resembling characteristic: caring.

Like the way mothers give life to their children, Earth is also the source to every human need from shelter, food, and even to the air we breathe.

Standing as testimony to this, are mangroves found in coastal areas of Bulacan including those in Obando, Paombong, Hagonoy and Bulakan. They are trees that are home to countless number of marines animals and they serve as fish nurseries that provide their food. Fishes, shrimps, and crabs are just few of many species that depend their living on mangroves.

Not only to marine lives do they benefit but they also act as buffer between land and sea whenever there are typhoons. As the island’s shield, they give protection to humans near the area and to the vulnerable coastlines against heavy wave actions. As they hold the soil together, they prevent coastal erosion and minimize the damage brought by the disaster.

Mangroves, just like any other trees, are also capable of breaking down pollutants and play a large role in carbon sequestration—capturing and storing carbon. One hectare of mangroves can neutralize 17 metric tons of carbon per year.

As of now over 300,000 mangroves are planted on Bulacan Mangrove Eco Park situated in Sitio Wawang Capiz Taliptip, Bulakan, Bulacan, distributed around the 24.5-hectare protected area under the supervision of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Officer of Bulacan (PENRO).

But threats have come to this project funded by the Department of Natural Resources as the construction of an airport covering the area seems to be a plan in the near future for the favorable park.

The provincial government of Bulacan has approved and backed up San Miguel Corporation’s Aerotropolis project in the area. According to Bulacan Governor Wilhemino Sy- Alvarado in an interview with the Republic staff, they believe that this project will be beneficial to the Bulakenyos especially those who are living near the coastal areas. As the project continue to reclaim lands around the coasts of Bulacan, big dikes and spill ways which may hamper

high tide and flooding in coastal areas shall be constructed according to the contractors.

The reclamation project was also approved by The National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) as it foresees the economic development it may bring the province.

On the other hand, local residents of the Bulakan Mangrove Eco-Park lead by Jimmy San Jose, the caretaker and “utility” personnel at the Bureau of Fisheries (BFAR) in the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer (MENRO)of Bulakan, told the story behind the development of the mangrove park.

He recalled having started this mangrove area from the remainders of illegal fish ponds blasted by the local government. He sought funds from the local government to start planting different species of mangrove in the area.

Now, the Bulakan Mangrove Eco Park stretches up to 34 hectares restored with different species of mangroves and home to migratory birds in the protective zone. Locals as lead by San Jose continue to plant and grow mangroves in the vast area.

Despite the threat of converting the

they are said to be relocated as they reside near the

Tikay relocation not yet implemented

“Kung tatanggalin natin right away ‘yan, ‘di makatao ‘yung gan’on.” Barangay Tikay Councilor Cesar A. Villafuerte said.

He added that the people who lived near the stream agreed to move elsewhere close to their source of income. The plan shows that beneficiaries will transfer in Balite or in a safer part of Tikay.

pushed through, with expenses compensated by the provincial government.

Through Board Resolution No. 385 S. 2017, the provincial government of Bulacan granted MAA’s request to establish a “Hardin ng Gintong Alaala” (Garden of Golden Memories) around the ruins of the Golden Jubilee building within the provincial capitol grounds. It was also proposed the place be a historical landmark by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) through Republic Act 10066.

However, just a year after, PESO started constructing its new building within the grounds meant to be a Livelihood Training Center, sparking outcry from Del Pilarian alumni that once used the building when Augusto Dimagiba of Batch 1978 posted photos of the construction on their Facebook group.

Early Beginnings

Some 63 years ago, just after Bulacan High School got renamed to Marcelo H. del Pilar High School, its first building erected, the Golden Jubilee building for the school’s 50th anniversary.

However, when new buildings finished its construction in 1983 in Bagong Bayan (Sta. Isabel), the campus where it stands today, it was abandoned and used for various purposes. It was once the temporary building of the Bulacan Public Community College (now Bulacan Polytechnic College) before the building was fully demolished during the time of then Governor Josie M. dela Cruz, leaving only its façade that still stands today.

‘Not a junk of an edifice’

“Let’s save this!” iterated Jaime FlorCruz of Batch 1967 in the 2016 issue of Alumni Republic-Malaya pertaining to the remains of the Golden Jubilee building.

waters of Taliptip into an aerotropolis of airport, expressways and runways, the locals still strive to protect what protects them… the great wall of mangroves.

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maging productive individual sila,” said Abanag in an interview.

The ten-month calendar year will end this December, however the learners are still waiting for the ALS Accreditation and Equivalency (A and E) Test schedule from the Department of Education. While waiting for the A and E test schedule, the learners are given review subjects and additional skills training on cookery with the help of the MHPNHS Alumni Association (MAA) President Rufino Dela Rosa and Ferdinand Oliveros, in partnership with one of TESDA’s registered assessment center in Bulacan, Richwell Colleges in Plaridel.

To further help the ALS learners to become productive, the MAA gives extra – income opportunity by hiring them in catering services and other engagements.

“Mabuti nga at nakakakuha kami (ALS) ngayon ng suporta sa mga alumni, sa ngayon ito pa lang, pero for a start I shall say na maganda siya at natutuwa kami sa turn – out ng first batch. Sana mas marami pa tayong matulungang mga kabataan,” added Abanag.

The ruins was once proposed to be moved to the current campus to be restored by Nestor Tinio, a heritage advocate. “It’s not just a junk of an edifice,” Tinio told FlorCruz.

“It invokes nostalgia, identity, and association,” he added.

In the same article, he calls for help to fellow alumni to preserve Del Pilarian history through collective efforts. Call to action

Through MAA’s efforts spearheaded by president Rufino “Raffy” dela Rosa, the established resolution was invoked still but with a few changes.

First, the construction of the new PESO building that would be named after Blas Ople will still be pushed through but the Golden Jubilee building remains, the MAA having full control over the site.

Dela Rosa and Bulacan Governor Wilhelmino M. Sy-Alvarado arrived on the said agreement, with the condition that the ruins will still be emphasized on the site.

“Ang maganda riyan, dati naging daan sa pag-aaral, ngayon makakatulong na sa pagtatrabaho,” said Alvarado.

“Dapat yung kapag nakita ng tao ang nasa isip agad, ‘ay ito yung ruins ng dating BHS o MHPHS;’ yung magkaroon ng impact sa tulong ng building sa taas, parang arko,” Dela Rosa stated.

Residents of Tikay, City of Malolos, Bulacan who live near the waterways are yet to be relocated for the flood control.

The relocation project is set by the city government to aid in the recurring flooding in the city. Residents of Barangay Tikay occupy the longest stretch of streams in the city which is reported to have blocked the water ways system.

According to Villafuerte, they have a long-term plan for relocation regarding the informal settlers, but there is none as to where the people will move, as well as the source of budget as more or less 300 families or houses are currently situated on the edge of the stream.

Villafuerte himself lives near the area and hears fellow residents’ reactions with the proposed relocation.

If they succeed to move the informal settlers to another place, Barangay Tikay will clean the river side, set up lights, and will continue the development of rip rapping.

Villafuerte said there is no main date for said projects but the local government wants the relocation to be done smoothly, as he plans to seek help from the National Housing Authority.

The MHPNHS CAED is now on the process of preparing for the evaluation of the Schools Division Office of Malolos on January. Furthermore, the center also aims to participate in upcoming Best Practices Competition by next year.

The enrollment for the second batch of ALS in school will be open this coming December to January. Interested students may visit MHPNHS CAED for further information.

A space on the parking lot will also be allotted to be exclusive for the visitors of the Hardin ng Gintong Alaala.

The original resolution was brought up to the provincial government by Board Member Ma. Lourdes H. Posadas, signed by Provincial Secretary Ma. Perpetua R. Santos, Vice Governor Daniel R. Fernando and Governor Alvarado.

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tH e cost of living in t H e coast. residents of Sitio Wawang capiz in taliptip, bulakan who live on the coastlines worry that their livelihood as fisherfolks and even their lives are at stake should the aerotropolis project pushes through. Photo by Patricia camus

tH e Walk Way. the local residents of the eco-park helped in constructing the viewing decks surrounding the magrove planation to provide better view of the young and old plants. Photo by Patricia camua

t ree of l ife. old mangroves must be protected as they protect the lives of the people behind their lives.

tH e plantation H ero. Despite meager compensation and controversies in the restoration and up-keeping of the mangrove eco-park, Jimmy San Jose cheerfully guides local tourists, researchers, students around the protected zone.

J ohn yuri MAS hi Ko

children enjoy swimming in the creek in barangay tikay before

waterway.

Photo by hazel raagas

AllyA n A Jhen A M A rie DJ. S A nto S 11 STEM J.L. TIong S on

Ed editorial

False Hindrance

While excel lence can be brought out through campus journalism’s competitive nature that have devel oped through years by press conferences, it should not be the sole factor in keeping its thought-provok ing, truth-searching spirit alive.

Favored by the majority of re gional focal persons for journalism, seventeen against four, a source revealed that the points that would be earned for the school paper cat egory of the upcoming National Schools Press Conference would not have any bearing in the over all ranking, during the post-NSPC 2018 consultative conference in Siargao held last August 8 to 10.

As it was only confirmed on October 31 through the DepEd Memorandum 167 s. 2018, the mem orandum for the upcoming NSPC 2019 in Lingayen, Pangasinan, re actions from those in the field have the same concern: the culture of campus journalism may be at stake.

During this school year’s School Level Press Conference, The Republic starts a mission to redefine campus journalism by holding intensive trainings for its winners, cultivating skills that they would need not only for the contest but for them to practice as well.

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the competition sure brings the best out of not only campus journalists but school paper advisers and mentors as well, but taking it out should not be much of a setback.

Salvaging the tainted Heads

The decision sparked different reactions from different people in the field, with surrounding allegations of politicking towards regions who usually bag awards such as CALABARZON (Region IV-A) and Central Luzon (Region III).

The competition sure brings the best out of not only campus journalists but school paper advisers and mentors as well, but taking it out should not be much of a setback.

The goal of every NSPC only includes enhancing skills involved in journalism to those who are interested to pursue it as a career and those who will use such skills to pursue other careers, after all.

Press conferences has good intentions, and developing competition without purpose where those who are in the bottom or are only starting to improve are deceived to excel is not one of it.

Even with the absence of the consideration of the school paper category in the overall ranking, the booming culture of campus journalism should remain the same. Campus journalists should keep in mind that they are journalists of the campus, and therefore have a responsibility to serve and practice their skills there. Their duty does not end after the press conference.

The true essence of campus journalism remains untainted despite the change of rules—to deliver the truth and nothing but the truth.

In an era of fake news and where everything is within the reach of your fingers, it is sometimes difficult for netizens (people who use the internet) to distinguish credible news sites from fake ones. With this, the Department of Education, through the long implemented Republic Act 7079 or the Campus Journalism Act of 1991, aims for the Filipino youth to start off young in combating false information.

Cultivating skills needed for this age, at the same time learning its moral implications and limitations through practicing journalism through press conferences, is the best way for anyone to master the art of it.

A young scribe should indeed awaken the spirit of patriotism, inspire others, and mobilize the people to act on social issues, as told by Vice Mayor Gilbert Gatchalian in a press briefing for the City of Malolos Division Schools Press Conference last August 29. As a public servant and a citizen, this is how he—and perhaps everyone else—sees campus journalists: as warriors with pen and paper as weapons.

Through campus journalism and press conferences in line with the RA, aspirant young scribes are the first line

of defense in the war against the continuous spread of fake news, made easier by social media platforms, promulgated by “citizen journalists” with their spam bot accounts with alleged paid handlers to boost their reach.

Knowing the basics of its ethics while in their developing period is honing their morale to stand up for credible, factual as well.

Campus journalists, most of them planning to pursue it as a career, are the ones to save the now tainted image of the discipline, in true character-driven journalist spirit.

“cultivating skills needed for this age, at the same time learning its moral implications and limitations through practicing journalism through press conferences, is the best way for anyone to master the art of it.

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Dear Editor,

Recently, the school administration banned junk food in our canteens, pursuant to the DepEd Order No. 3 S. 2017.

As a student who frequently buys food in the school grounds, I haven’t seen any change in the variety. Most stalls still have junk food on them. Even bagged chips with “Sangkap Pinoy” seals that would still be considered junk food remains one of the bestsellers, as well as instant noodles.

If fully implemented though, I’m worried that students would not have so much choices for their meals, especially those in a tight budget that are looking for inexpensive but still filling food.

Best regards,

Neil Tristan S. Calimon 11 STEM J.L. Tiongson

Dear Neil,

I understand your concern. I, too, mostly buy my meals from our school canteens. Despite the wide variety, when it comes to the healthiest, choices are limited. Most students are also likely to opt for good-tasting and filling food without considering its nutritional value.

“A healthy body with a sound mind,” they say. The DepEd Order has its good intentions, but admittedly, have a few loopholes. A school’s execution of it also comes to play.

As your fellow student, I don’t mind banning junk food in our school, as long as we would be left with a wide choice of healthier food that also tastes good, inexpensive, and filling.

Sincerely,

Allyana Jhena Marie DJ. Santos

Senior Editor-in-chief The Republic

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arcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) was the second school to be targeted with a bomb threat delivered to school personnel during the early hours of October 9, Tuesday. This marks the third such incident in the province after Bulacan State University (BulSU) received two bomb threats the previous week on two separate occasions.

MWith the recent string of bomb threats popping up around the City of Malolos, it is easy for one to grow indifferent to the current situation and begin to be less concerned about the danger lurking behind every corner. In spite of this, apathy cannot be the response to false alarms; instead, action must be taken to be more vigilant than ever.

The bomb threats in Bulacan may not seem like an enormous problem to the students yet but it is actually representative of a larger issue in society— fake news. Just as fake news harms the media by abusing the trust of the public and drastically lowering it, the false alarms may eventually cause actual bomb threats to be taken less seriously.

While it is highly likely that the bomb threats that are currently affecting the city are nothing more than pranks by the students themselves, the effects that may arise are something that could harm the overall preparedness of the public for future disasters. With too many warnings that never come true, the public may become desensitized to them and end up believing that what is true is false or vice versa.

The Boy Who Cried Wolf is a story that is often used as a cautionary tale, warning children of the perils of lying and the risk of no longer being believed just when their alarm has stopped being a falsehood. However, unlike the villagers in that story who ignored the boy the moment they had had enough of his lies, Del Pilarians do not have the

Indeed, the only thing permanent in this world is change. As Senate President Vicente Sotto III proposed altering the last line of Lupang Hinirang: “Ang mamatay nang dahil sa iyo,” to “Ang ipaglaban ang kalayaan mo,” apparently, instead of advocating the Filipino independence, it raised numerous eyebrows in contrast of his suggestion.

According to Sotto, the last line is “defeatist,” and expounded that it instead of depicting how Filipinos fought for freedom, it implied failure by succumbing to their deaths otherwise. Giving Sotto the benefit of the doubt for his intention to magnify the country’s heroes, but unfortunately, with his revision, they are awfully understated.

Though he then recently gave up the proposal due to the flopped support from social media, he tweeted a post saying, “Maraming mahina intindi-miento. Ayaw niyo? Huwag!” His comment implicitly tells how he was actually referring to himself.

In the context of the song, the last line beautifully summarizes a united call for action that Filipinos are ought to fight for the country with their lives on the line. Isn’t risking one’s life for the common good, the greatest epitome of sacrifice? Thus, for the heroes, it wasn’t just “fighting,” but rather “dying fighting,” which then adequately bought the

Crying Wolf

luxury of waiting around to find out the truth.

Rather than become a villager, students must become the guards of their own lives and watch over themselves and their surroundings for any suspicious activity. It is their very survival

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the bomb threats in bulacan may not seem like an enormous problem to the students yet but it is actually representative of a larger issue in society—fake news.

that is at stake and it would not do at all for it to be endangered by mere indifference.

Although the bomb threats—both real or false—may not stop anytime soon, it is clear that action must instead be taken by the students and teachers themselves to be more aware and to never make light of the threats hanging over them. In the end, it is the Del Pi-

“ of all things that sotto should’ve been spending his time to, frankly, he squandered it in the most pointless and needless amendment.

SGAS is for brainless

TEM is for geniuses

HUMSS is for people who wants “basic”

ABM is for millennial

There are few things more frustrating than having a hierarchy built where it wasn’t needed in the first place. This sort of social hierarchy is one that must be discussed, if not for the sake of the current generation, then for the next.

The stigma that many receive after choosing which academic strand to spend their final two years of high school in is clearly wrong.

Some examples of the rumours are that the General Academic Strand (GAS), is for those who do not know what they want to take up in college yet, or whose academic ability does not reach that of the other strands, and so they are “left” or “tossed” into GAS.

Likewise, those who have chosen HUMSS should not be looked down upon or degraded. While it is true that excelling in Mathematics and Science is highly praised and rewarded in our society, those under the HUMSS strand are equally worked as those under the STEM strand, but in a different way. Instead of numbers, HUMSS students are made to think creatively by submitting carefully worded outputs creative writing pieces, activities that allow the students to hone their skills as creative and critical thinkers – a vital aspect of a person in the 21st century.

There are also more pressuring rumours directed towards the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) such as all STEM students will become successful, that all STEM students are smart. While these rumours may be true to a certain degree, they certainly imply a pressure towards the current and future STEM. Not only could these

words disturb, or even hinder, STEM students from doing their best by shouldering this responsibility, it can also discourage future students from picking the strand, in fear of the pressure they will receive.

Not all rumours are so hurtful, though. Some rumours such as those commonly directed towards the Accounting, Business and Management (ABM) standard more encouraging to those who have yet to pick their strand. Many of these rumours include the fact that the strand’s specialized subjects are relatively easy to grasp but are, at the same time, useful for those who want to get involved in business-related affairs.

Some people are good with words, some are good with numbers. Strand discrimination is that unjust treatment of students because of their strand. But in reality, there is neither a superior strand, nor an inferior strand. I believe that all strands are special in

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believe that all strands are special in one way or another. the strands are created for us to follow our passion.

one way or another. The strands are created for us to follow our passion, not to give hierarchy on SHS students. Accept the fact that we do all have differences in life, ideas, opinions, and abilities. Equality in each strand must be applied.

price of freedom. Understating it would disgustingly denude the honor they brought for the country.

Moreover, according to Malacanang, the alteration is unnecessary, given the more pressing problems in the country.

Of all things that Sotto should’ve been spending his time to, frankly, he squandered it in the most pointless and needless amendment. There are so much crises happening in the country that should be taken heed immediately. The excessively congested traffic; an arm and a leg shopping list, corrupt government officials, territorial disputes and much more to mention.

Changing the lyrics won’t help even a tiny inch in resolving the country’s current issues. It would rather be a nuisance for true progress. But if only these predicaments are to be taken care of, perhaps, change can be genuinely inevitable.

ver since we were a child, our parents are starting to plan for our future. They are happy seeing our future get brighter by the time we reach our primary to tertiary education, but when we are in school we are all experiencing the burdens of school works, co-curricular activities, tons of requirements and etc.

Now, Senior High School Students are experiencing such of this burdens.

What do Del Pilarians expect in the upcoming mid-term elections?

“National elections is where we, the netizens can express our contry’s democracy and so we need to make sure our votes shouldn’t be waisted and comes to nothing.” Ma. Princess Eliza Nichole S. Teodoro, 10-Newton (SPSTE).

“Still chaotic just like the other times. Same people that runs for the seat recareates the same events that Filipinos are used to already.” Nicole Tamondong, 10-Olivares (SPJ).

“With so much irregularities, this coming national elections confuses me if this time it would straighten everything.” Alliyah Sophia Sopeña, 11 STEM FO Santos.

“Maybe this time they would move more cautiously for they have already observed the past elections, I hope this time they make it less chaotic.” Fermina Kassandra Dela Cruz, 10-Newton (SPSTE).

“I’m still hoping to see a better future for our country. I know that every man should move if we dream to have it, but I’m hoping that the national election can help us achieve it. Only if the people to be seated will push us to the brighter side which is something that is a blur to our eyes.” Jewel Ian Kay Vergara, 10-Madrid (SPFL).

“I’m looking for the brighter side, that this time changes will come and the people to be seated won’t waste our votes. I also hope that the voters will choose wisely.” Marco Paolo Caparas, 10-4.

Complaints about burdening students with unnecessarily over load school works have been persistent for a long time.

Education at each and every level has become such a burden, since the race to gain higher grades became the standards to measure your knowledge.

Today’s education system gives great emphasis on the grades of the child and the practical knowledge is not measured properly. With the overload works, most of the time SHS Students are now focusing on doing much better on their paper works rather than focusing on their own abilities or performances.

Most of the time SHS students are so afraid when they already hear the phrase “hell week” because this might be the end of their happy days. When the hell week starts, several students cram, worry, or panic on how they will finish this tons of requirements and school works.

Nowadays, studying is the top source of stress of each student and I definitely agree with it. Education should not be the cause of the burden of each student here in our world. I agree that a doctor can’t practice his or her profession without learning, but I think we can learn things with fun and excitement, not with the process wherein all of the students may experience stress with the cause of many school works that they need to finish.

Fortunately our culture is changing, slowly but surely, and I know one day, grades and education of a student will not be the standards of the knowledge of each student here in our world. Also, I am believing that one day, education system in the Philippines will be a stepping stone for students to be inspired and dedicated, not a threat and a burden, not just for Senior High School Students but the others as well for everyone to have a better and brighter future ahead.

how would it feel like to look to your past school, old but new to your eyes the preservations of the place, a sight to your eyes that catches all the feelings in you, but then mistakenly looking at the sky and seeing a building standing high, above the site?

Last year, the Golden Jubilee Building of Marcelo H. Del Pilar High School (MHPHS), now a National High School (MHPNHS), around the Capitol’s ground, was granted permission to be given to the Alumni Association (MAA) so that the remaining pillars of the building could still be preserved due to MAA requesting to make it a heritage site in the board resolution number 385 year 2017.

However, it looks like the Provincial had some difficulties in finally making a deal and is still interested in the place after it was reported as being under construction of another establishment, a government building.

solipcism

living With A Twin

Although it was stated that it would only occupy the space above the ruin and the ruins below with a little open space around, is it satisfying to see a heritage site with a non-related building above it?

In a different interview, both parties stated that they have already talked and agreed to the ongoing construction above the site. With this, the Provincial will be handling all the expenses that will take place due to the construction of the heritage site of the old building.

It would still be a heritage site but how would the building above the place be explained?

Wouldn’t it be disturbing to have a look at an area that is supposed to be a private place for memories and commemorations as a heritage site being half taken by another government public building?

It would be like having a twin that completely differs from you but having to live with it and fix the differences within yourself.

Del Pilarians, especially those who are occupying the classrooms near the toilets are always complaining about the stinky smell of crs in the campus with 7 974 students enduring 53 malodorous toilets every day. it is very common to hear those students whine about the smelly toilets but to know and hear the toilets’ sentiments is a different case. if the toilets could talk, they will definitely say:

hey watch your pee, can you not shoot it on me!

i’m a toilet not an ashtray... no smoking here!

i comfort you during call of nature. Why can’t you comfort me?

cold to getting infections like staph or strep. Without an intervention from appropriate authorities such as the school administration, the filth of the restrooms will continue to worsen over time.

if you think i’m smelly, well… its because of your pee.

not a conducive environment to get one’s education in. The school cannot just wait for the students to gain immunity and lose their sense of smell before calling it a day.

analysis th E tru E h E art of E ducatio N

education is often limited to a narrow definition that limits its scope to only one’s academics, confining students to being defined by their grades and studies in school. However, education is not just a number on a report card but also the sum and being of a person’s experiences, the things they know and the values they hold dear.

In “Values Education for Human Solidarity”, a paper written by Lourdes R. Quisumbing, the author argues that human solidarity is fostered by the ties that bind us and the values that we all hold. It is clear that values education should not be looked down on by the more mainstream side of academia; instead, it must be held up as something that just as important if not more so than one’s studies.

Without the role of values education in educational institutions, the Philippines may rush towards the adaptation of global trends with no consideration as to whether or not the morals and ethics held by the international community fit in with the local environment. This modern age of connections throughout the world must not be marred by the loss of values in exchange for information.

The current mindset of both the nation and the world at large can be summed up by one maxim—knowledge is power. Although this can be thought of as objectively true, knowledge without the influence of values is simply a case of absolute power corrupting absolutely.

A nation lacking in academic superiority and intelligence would be far better than a nation with no sense of the values and traditions cultivated throughout the centuries by its own culture. In reaching out for the sun, Filipinos cannot lose sight of what should come first in the lives of every human on earth.

What is a country without its mor

turns out, it is nothing more than a container full of corrupt dreams that only better the future of selfish individuals waiting for their chance to take over.

Filipinos now have the world at their fingerprints with constant access to the internet and the answers they seek to any questions they may ask. Despite the lack of knowledge no longer being a problem in today’s society, the lack of values is slowly morphing into a bigger issue than many realize.

“to fix this growing problem, the philippines must begin to prioritize and promote the significance of values education in schools all over the country, from kindergarten to university.

One’s studies should not be a hindrance to their education in the matters of the world; it should only be a supplement to help them grow as human beings.

In her aforementioned paper, Quisumbing also states that “The heart of education is education of the heart.” Values education is not just a series of overbearing and preachy lectures on the importance of one’s actions on the community but also a way to learn how and what it means to be a good person in the world of the 21st century. For the sake of the entire country, these lessons must continue to be taught to every individual Filipino.

n schools all over the Philippines, there is one clear difference between public and private institutions—the sanitation and cleanliness of their toilets. Although Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) faces this lack of hygiene in the majority of its restrooms, this issue is reaching unbearable heights in the toilets situated in the Kabayani Park.

Due to its location near Building A, the stench of the chemicals used and the waste collected from visits to the toilet can be smelled from the park itself all the way to the classrooms of the neighbouring structure. This miasma hanging around the surrounding areas is a biohazard to the students and cannot be allowed to remain unresolved indefinitely.

However, the real problem only starts when restrooms that used to be considered merely uncomfortable start to become dangerous to the health of others.

The effects of using unclean toilets are far and wide with the possibilities ranging from catching the common

despite being known as comfort rooms, toilets in mHpnHs are not really comforting for the average del pilarian.

To make matters worse, it is not only the students using the toilets in the Kabayani Park who are affected but also those studying in the nearby classrooms on the ground floor of Building A. The most common complaint coming from both students and teachers alike is the overpowering odor coming in through the windows.

Students should not be expected to put up with the stink of the restrooms forever; in addition to being a threat to their health and wellbeing, it is simply

According to the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines (Presidential Degree No. 856), the health of the people is of paramount importance and all efforts of public service should be directed to its protection and promotion. This is especially relevant and applicable to public schools as government institutions.

A solution must be found for the situation in the toilets of the Kabayani Park before becomes a landfill in the form of a building. Although there are many things that can be tried such as having someone clean the toilets on a regular basis, only time will tell if these attempts can even make a dent in the problem.

While the answer may not be clear, Del Pilarians can still do their part to help and keep the restrooms clean and free of litter. After all, it is also the school community who shares the blame for causing the mess in the first place.

Before everything else, the health and safety of the students must be the top priority for the school and its teachers. In the end, they are the ones who will have to deal with whatever consequences the biohazards lurking in the comfort rooms of MHPNHS might bring.

as long as the sea is here, there is hope... but what are we going to fish if all these were turned into cement?

Recently, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) announced that they are going to have a 2500 hectare reclamation project in the Sitio of Talipitip in Bulakan, Bulacan that will turn to an aerotropolis and be called New Manila International Airport (NMIA). It will be four times larger than Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

Due to the reclamation, residents of the area are threatened that they might experience a severe flooding due to sewers obstruction and mangrove logging. In line with this, according to SMC, an integrated spillway will be the solution on flooding once the airport is finished. The water coming from the it

will go straight in Manila Bay. And if it is not enough, they will also make a dam.

However, spillway system and dam is not an advisable alternative to stop the flood. Based on a non government group of environmentalist named Kalikasan, it will result to a massive destruction of mangroves and other trees. Also, the flood will also affect the area of Hagonoy, Malolos and Paombong. Another thing, it can cause soil erosion, therefore, landslides. According to a scientist from Agham, an organization of pro-people science and technology advocates and experts, reclamation can be dangerous; all the building above the soil will go down once the liquefaction happens.

Ironically, the Philippines is the 5th largest aquaculture industry in the world and yet we are letting them to bury that sea of water with cement.

Developing our country’s economy is not bad as long as the environment is not tarnished. Building more infrastructures is one way on helping our economy to develop, but we also need to consider how this project will affect the nature.

KANIN B ro T her S

According to Carpio, it is the charge of extra rice that motivated them to bring their own instead, having started in early July. They often place the pot in the middle of the table for everyone to share, and for everyone around them to see.

In the middle of the year, the Philippines saw an increase in rice prices, going as much as seventy pesos in some areas.

While the government continues its efforts to aid it by importing more of it and giving local farmers selling incentives that are slowly making prices dwindle down, Filipinos had to find ways to still cater their rice-loving stomachs.

According to a report by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in 2017, “Consumption of Selected Agricultural Commodities in the Philippines,” the grain continues to be the most consumed among the rest, with Filipinos consuming an average of 109.87 kilograms, while the others are in relatively low amounts.

Take it from the Kanin Brothers who takes no shame of bringing a potful of cooked rice when they go to fastfood restaurants to satisfy their appetites, against buying in those fastfood chains who charge as much as twenty five pesos for every extra cup of rice.

Kanin Brothers is a ten-member group formed by Grade 12 students of MHPNHS, namely: Solomon Jedidia Carpio, Carlo Carmelo Cuevas, Jerome dela Cruz, John Zedrick Tiongson, Jose Bunag, Karlos Valera, Mark Louie Capulong, Matthew Caballero, Russell Cabiladas and John Jimwell Dayao.

It earned different reactions from people, not only those who have seen them but in social media as well where they set their Facebook profile pictures to their own while holding the pot of rice they have emptied.

“Madalas din kaming tinatanong ng mga sekyu sa bawat kainan kung para saan ang dala naming kaldero at kapag sinasabi namin ang dahilan, natatawa sila,” he said.

There is also a time when they are joined by their teacher in Media and Information Literacy, John Martin Umali.

Carpio said that Kanin Brothers also encourages others to do the same. “Makaiiwas sila sa sobrang gastos kung sila man ay kakain sa isang fastfood restaurant.”

Kanin Brothers might have just started a movement and anyone can be part of it.

there should be no shame when it comes to satisfying one’s cravings.

A Woman of Substance

What does it take to be a Schools Division Superintendent Officer-in-charge? For Division of City of Malolos’s very own Merlina P. Cruz, PhD, it is only a matter of grabbing every opportunity she can get.

Her journey began as a humble public elementary school teacher in Subic, Zambales fourteen years ago, and as Ma’am Merlina went along, she wouldn’t have thought to be in her shoes now.

Star Reason of all “ “

every day, before I go to bed, I always look up to the sky to see the stars giving off their finest beauty and sparks through the darkest night. And I wonder, what it feels to be a star.

Eye glasses, short hair and small amount of makeup are the typical stereotype to describe her. At first glance, she may look like an old teacher who spent her whole life teaching different batches of students each year. The one who will always scold you for being late or for saying the wrong answers but who would have thought that this teacher I am talking about is actually a star.

The bright star’s name is Bernadette Fojas-Tamayo. Ma’am Adette, as her students and co-teachers used to call is the former School Paper Adviser of Marcelo H. del Pilar High School who was born from the loving Mr Gorgonio P. Fojas and Mrs Priscilla B. Fojas who nurtured her to become the best woman that she could be.

Later on, she started to study and slowly chased her dreams. She studied and finished Education in Centro Escolar University Malolos and her masteral degree in Philippine Normal University.

In Ma’am Adette’s life, she had received many awards but this year, she received a different one.

She belongs to the awardees of the highest awards to be given by the City of Malolos, the 2018 Gawad Bayani at Bituin ng Malolos and was nominated by Mr Salvador Lazano and Dr. Lising. The award is to honor the modernday heroes of the Maloleños who excelled and did great in their careers. Ma’am Adette and the other awardees will be recognized in the national and the international community and will become the pride of the city.

Ma’am Adette is a star not only because of the recognitions but also because of many reasons.

She is a star in her job. In the year 1982, Ma’am Adette started teaching in MHPHS. She first taught Public Speaking then later on became an English Teacher and soon settled as a Journalism Teacher in Special Science High

School. It is the same time when the official campus publication, “The Republic” won in the National Schools Press Conference 1995 grabbing the crown from National Capital Region who was the Overall Best School Paper. Eventually, she was awarded as the outstanding teacher of Bulacan in 1996.

Today, she is working in Olangapo but if fate would give her a chance, she would like to spend her last years in teaching in Bulacan.

Ma’am Adette is a star to her family. It may be difficult for other people to live without their partners in life but our star managed to continue her life after her husband, Mr Eduardo T. Tamayo died. She stood stronger for her family and made sure that they will have a bright, as her light, future.

She is also a star to the people around her. She is indeed a star after honing more students to become successful in life. Ma’am Adette cannot describe her feelings after seeing her former students in a regional mid-year media conference last June and now a media practitioner. She remembered some of her former students who are now in the vast field of media like Karen Tiongson-Mayrina, former editor of The Republic and now the wife of Ivan Mayrina and her niece, Levita Macapugay who is now a script writer in GMA

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greatest joy as a school paper adviser is to know where

my student editors now in the field of broadcast media.

Through her, I realized that stars are not there to break our necks upon seeing them but to show as that anyone can reach the highest point of life as long as you love what you do and you trust yourself in the process of chasing your dreams. Their lights will guide us towards our victorious destination.

Sometimes, we really have to look up the stars.

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all starts W it H an appetite for life.” this is the profile photo of Mark louie capulong from 12 SteM A, one of the Kanin brothers. fb profile photo.

Duck, Cover and Hold No More

“You will hear three long consecutive ring of bell before you perform the Duck, Cover and Hold. Make sure to protect your head. There will be a signal that will tell you to calmly go out and walk to the evacuation area.” That was the instructions given during an elementary drill.

Firemen say that drills are preparation that people practice to know what is to be done when a natural or man-made calamity happens such as earthquakes, fire and other unexpected happenings. I actively participated to those drills believing that those acting victims were really injured. I thought those burning things were real casualties. I even prayed that may God immediately heal those wounded victims without me knowing that those wounds were just red stains and prosthetics. From those drills, I learned the importance of knowing first aid. My Glam Girls trolly bag had its mini pouch containing band aids, alcohol and medicines. From that day, I pinned on my mind that whenever there’s a drill and an actual

calamity, do the duck, Cover and hold.

But yesterday was different. There was no ringing of bells. We didn’t do duck, cover and hold. We didn’t protect our heads. Our teachers just told us to bring our bags, leave the room and quickly go to the evacuation area quoting that there will be a Random Drill.

You can compare me to a curious little cat observing every students and school personnel walking like zombies out of the school. Some were happy while the others look disappointed and annoyed about the disturbance of classes in the middle of the preparation for the second quarterly examination. Angry and worried teachers and principals did not escape my sight. I saw how frustrated they were. Something bothered me more. Why are they so frustrated if it is just a simple drill?

Then I found out the answer. There was a bomb threat for the third time on the same

“I would say I just worked diligently and simply pursued my sincere professional interests,” she said in an interview.

Aside from being an educator though, she considers herself a public servant, and if she would be wellknown for something, it would be just that.

“Being in public service reaches beyond responsibility, there is an obligation to act out the plans not for the sole benefit of the current generation, but of the future generations.”

She added that challenges may come her way—it is inevitable—but in her own words,

no

challenge is insurmountable. this is the essence of public service.

The SDS-OIC also acknowledged that every school has their unique approach to implementing the K-12 curriculum.

In the end, Ma’am Merlina stressed that collective efforts from her fellow educators, school leaders and students are still needed for projects to be executed.

Ma’am Merlina has gotten a long way from being a public school teacher to where she is now—being regarded as an Outstanding School Administrator in 2008 along the way, among others, but one thing remains the same: she continues to serve the public through ways that matter the most.

week. It scared the hell out of me for the third time to know that thousands of lives were almost at stake.

I thought our campus is a safe place but no matter how peaceful the area is, as long as the evil wants to spread chaos, nobody can avoid it. It is also confusing to know that even the other public schools and university also received threats at the same day.

Parents got worried for their children. Some didn’t allow their children to go to school because of the first threat and their nervousness got worse when the second and third threat was received by the school.

Luckily, at the end of that chaotic day, there were no bombs found. Maybe the suspect did it for a purpose, either for his or her benefits or just to ruin the school’s peaceful atmosphere.

My favorite drill instruction is not applicable this time. What everyone needs is attentiveness, sensitivity and vigilance.

sHine brigHt former the republic adviser, bernadette fojas tamayo, was awarded the "gawad bayani at bituin ng Malolos 2018" last July 27.

He Died a Soldier and a Gentleman

is belongings were looted by the Americans. His remains may be lost but his glorious legacy will never be forgotten.

Presently, he is known for having numbers of sweethearts, often called an arrogant man and is being described by too many adjectives. But behind all those prejudices is a young man of courage.

“Do not judge a man by a movie.”

A new saying that will remind people that there are great accomplishments hidden behind the man in the movie

“Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral”

Born from the christian and illustrious family was the charming pride of San Jose, Bulakan, Bulacan, Gregorio H. del Pilar or Goyo as said by his town mates. He was the fifth child of Fernando H. del Pilar and Felipa Sempio.

Goyo grew up as a typical child having Anacleto Enriquez or Etoy, a neighbor and a relative, as his first playmate who joined him on his trips to the farms while riding a carabao and going to the river by boat. He was also taught to shoot using a blow gun made of Buhong Bocaue. His nights will not be completed without the marvelous stories of his imaginative grandmother, Doña Blasa Gatmaitan.

He was soon taught different. lessons and values by his own mother proving that truly a mother’s love can hone a little kid into an honorable man. Goyo learned his 4Rs; Reading,

‘Riting, ‘Rithmetic and Religion when he was taught by Romulo Sempio and Monico Estrella. At the age of 12, he became an expert in the field of Arnis de Mano.

Only few know that Gregorio was a guitarist and a fond of serenading young ladies during his teenage years.

With the influence of the “Great Propagandist,” his uncle, Marcelo H. del Pilar, Goyo moved to Manila, stayed at his aunt, Hilaria H. del Pilar’s house and studied and finished Bachelor in Arts at the Ateneo Municipal de Manila. During his stay in Tondo, he joined the secret society Kataastaasan, Kagalanggalangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan at the age of 17.

He worked first in the society as a distributor of pamphlets authored by Marcelo before he discovered his ardent heart that is willing to serve for the country.

From then on, he started engaging to a battle where he first served as a simple soldier and every single accomplishments like the Liberation of Bulacan that led him to his promotions. He earned lots of promotions from the local and national government and gained the trust of the former President Emilio Aguinaldo until he was finally proclaimed as the Youngest Filipino General when he was 22.

The Young General fought against the Spaniards and Americans, led numbers of soldiers and used his favorite childhood games, Taguan, Takip Silim and Harangang Taga as battle strategies.

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bulakan, bulacan is not just a first class urban municipality in the province but also one of the oldest towns in the philippines. it was the first capital of the province of bulacan before it was moved to malolos after the american occupation.

Today, it is still a peaceful and pleasant town that give birth to the prominent heroes of Bulacan but behind this peaceful town lies a wonderful history justified by the historical treasures of Bulakan, Bulacan.

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we will call him Gregorio. in Greek, the name means watchful... vigilant...

said the loving father when he first saw his own filibuster in the arms if his loving wife as narrated from the book “Gregorio H. del Pilar; Idol of the Revolution” written by Isaac Cruz Jr. Indeed, Goyo was watchful and vigilant until his very last breath exhaled in the second day of December year 1899 when he was shot dead by the enemy.

A bullet ended the Young General’s life but his heroic deeds made him unforgettable.

Our Goyo died an officer and a gentleman but he is more than a General

ENRIQUEZ ANCESTRAL HOUSE

Location: San Jose, Bulakan, Bulacan

The Enriquez Ancestral House is an old house constructed during 1850s and preserved until the present days by the Enriquez family. It is found in San Jose, Bulakan, Bulacan.

Some of the documents of Marcelo were found inside the house. It has rare antiques and historical artifacts upstairs. Even the ceremonial flag of Gregorio H. del Pilar’s troupe is displayed on the wall of the wide staircase .

The house’s structure and story define the real wealthy people’s lifestyle during the old times by the grand bedroom doors and furnitures. The Enriquez Family continuously preserves the house maintaining its ancestral ambiance.

It also serves as a shooting spot for various Filipino films and series such as Heneral Luna and Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko. It also became a venue for fieldtrips, educational tours and documentaries however it has always been open for public viewing. It functions not only as a tourists destinations but also it still functioning as a house.

Inspite of the truth that some of the ancestral house are being sold and abandoned, It is very heart warming to know that Enriquez Ancestral House is being valued and preserved for so many years.

BIRTHPLACE OF GEN. GREGORIO H. DEL PILAR

Location: San Francisco, Bulakan, Bulacan

Photo by carlos ramos and Vincent Dimagiba

A marker stands firmly at the birthplace of Goyo in San Jose, Bulakan, Bulacan to commemorate his life and his historical contribution. It is said that the real birthplace of Goyo is at the back of the Municipal Hall of Bulakan, Bulacan that is now a private property so the officials put the marker on the present site.

The marker became a tourist spot for the local citizens, foreign people and riders. People from the neighboring towns and provinces, even the distant ones, still visit the spot that commemorates the life of the young general.

Photo by carlos ramos and Vincent Dimagiba

Photo by Angelo

Bravery

MARCELO H. DEL PILAR SHRINE

Location: Sitio Cupang, San Nicolas, Bulakan, Bulacan

Marcelo H. del Pilar Shrine is a historical marker dedicated to Marcelo H. del Pilar to commemorate his life and historical contributions to the story of the province and even the country.

A ten-foot tall statue of Marcelo was erected at the center of the birth site. Beneath it lies the remains of the hero himself laid to his final resting place in 1984.

Behind the statue is the del Pilar Family Mausoleum. Inside it is the family tree of the descendants of Marcelo and his wife Marciana “Tsanay” del PIlar. It is said that some of the living members of the del Pilar clan visits the site during All Saints Day.

Next to the mausoleum is a two-storey Museum-Library built of modern materials in the style of traditional Bahay-na-Bato that showcases displays of Marcelo’s literary works and gallery of historical artifacts.

Founded in 1956 and was declared national shrine by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP).

The Nuestra Senora dela Asuncion is one of the parishes of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Malolos and also known as the Bulakan Church. It was declared as Marked Historical Structure of the Philippines in 2007 by the National Historical Institute, the precursor of the NHCP.

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NUESTRA SENORA DE LA ASUNCION (Our Lady of the Assumption Parish Church)

Location: San Jose, Bulakan, Bulacan

TThe parish was established by the Agustinian Fathers in 1575 as a sub-parish of Tondo and was proclaimed as a separate parish from Tondo in 1578.

ANCESTRAL HOUSE OF SEN SOC RODRIGO

Location: , Bulakan, Bulacan

The Ancestral House of Francisco “Soc” Rodrigo, a former senator who fought the Batas Militar of Marcos Regime is located in San Jose, Bulakan, Bulacan. The house marked the historical significance and tells story about Sen. Soc’s life and memories. His contributions in the History of Philippine Politics became the reason to mark the ancestral house in honor of Sen. Rodrigo.

It is now under the preservation by the National Historical Commissions of the Philippines.

According to the historical marker, during the British times in 1762, Bulakan Church was ruined by a blazing fire and was hit by various natural calamities such as earthquakes so it went on different repairs.

Bulakan Church is the same site where the young general Gregorio Del Pilar secretly distributed te pamphlets made by his uncle Marcelo H. del Pilar.

The structure of the church stands on a base block and follows the neoclassical style of the late 1800s. And also featured minimal romanesque and muslim architectural styles.

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he fallibility and imperfection of humanity is the very essence of what makes us human. However, throughout the decades and centuries, our heroes have been put on pedestals, seemingly faultless and inimitable to all who aspire to their ranks.

With the showing of “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral” in cinemas all across the nation, the image of Gregorio del Pilar as a flawless idol has been called into question by many of those who watched the film. His portrayal as someone closer to being an antihero rather than the ideal one has led to a lot of Filipinos doubting his status as one of the national heroes of the Philippines.

By portraying the general as a womanizing playboy, the film shook Filipinos’ narrow understanding of how a true hero should act and behave. However, the way del Pilar lived in his day-to-day life had little to do with his more selfless acts of bravery during the several battles and revolutions he took part in; it instead had everything to do with ardent nationalism and his vision for his country.

It is evident that the personal actions of a person should not hold too much influence over how their political ambitions and achievements are regarded. While one may not be a good person, they can still be a great one; the lack of goodness does not preclude greatness nor is its presence a requirement.

Although del Pilar was not the perfect man, he tried his best to be loyal to his nation and to fight for it till his very death. In the end, there can be no greater act than to sacrifice one’s life in service of the motherland that gave them breath and sustained them.

While his personal behavior may have indeed been morally objectionable in certain aspects, it is only just one part of a larger tapestry, showing the bright and brilliant path of his life. His courage should not be completely

disregarded for the sake of destroying his image in the name of reviewing what a hero should be.

To humanize or to demonize a man based only on what he did in his private life would not set a good precedent. Many dictators were good husbands, sons, and fathers; many heroes were not. Is the Philippines really willing to start calling a man heroic for being faithful to his family while being an ax-crazy murderer on the side?

“there is a thin line between the personal and the political lives of every man and woman. in the chaos and general forgetfulness of history, heroes often end up the villains of their own stories and vice versa.

the killings still continued proven by the 42 murdered journalists with absolute impunity in the country yet from the fourth rank in 2016

Filipinos must not be so quick to judge del Pilar’s actions when they themselves know that in their own lives, they conduct themselves in similar ways. No one can be perfect, not even the heroes we hold up to the light of a microscope in search of their failures.

Greatness is something found in the blood and bones of one brilliant enough to leave a strong mark on the world through their own acts in its service. While their goodness may be in question, there can be doubt that their deeds changed the course of the world. For that, they should at least be remembered with an eye towards the broader strokes of their life.

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Photo by carlos ramos and Vincent Dimagiba

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With the environment’s depleting state, it is crucial to use our resources, especially the non-renewable ones wisely. Thus, Lea Sanggalang, MHPNHS teacher from the Technarrange nd Livelihood Education (TLE) Department, came up with the idea of creating new usable thing that will save the earth from being covered with plastics.

Ma’am Lei, as she is commonly called, made a flower pot out of used

towels or clothes. She also shared the idea to her students that made the school garden and plant boxes look more organized and personalized.

Making this artistic pots would need a pack of cement, water, used towels or clothes, bucket or pail of desired size, spoon for mixing, old container with a flat bottom, pair of protective glass and paints for decorations.

First, prepare the cement and water and mix it evenly in the container. The mixture will serve as the coating of the cloth so make sure that it is not too soft and not too viscid.

In 1905, Bulacan High School (BHS) stood as a fledgling school with no history or identity, an institution with no student publication. Now, more than a century later, it stands tall and proud as Marcelo H. del National High School (MHPNHS), its journey chronicled by The Republic, an illustrious newspaper with its own tale to tell.

The first official student publication of BHS was Plaridel which was named after the pseudonym used by Marcelo H. del Pilar, the school’s eventual namesake. Although there are mentions of its existence in the golden jubilee books of Class 1931 and Class 1936, there are no records of the exact dates of Plaridel’s first and last issues.

Unlike Plaridel, the maiden issue of The Republic was released during the school year of 1940–1941. Rufo G. Bernardo, the valedictorian of that year, wrote about its founding in the golden jubilee souvenir program of Class 1941.

“In our last year in high school, I remember that we organized a school organ and called it The Republic,” Bernardo said. “The last issue of that publication contained the list of candidates for graduation in 1941, the honor graduates of the Class, articles written by members of the Class, historical notes and our Class activities, and a statement of the hopes and dreams of every member of the class. Looking back at that issue of our school organ, we can say with pride that our classmate, Fausto Carlos, editor-in-chief of The Republic, did a very good job.”

The first five issues of the Republic have been lost to time with only the cover of issue no. 6, volume no. 1 being printed in two of the collaborative jubilee programs of Class 1941. The photographs of the top five honor students

Next, with the use of the protective gloves, dip the towel or cloth in the mixture until it is fully covered with cement before wringing out the excess. Do the same with the other side of the towel and and put it on the base of the bucket and arrangeit’s slits the way you want it then let it solidy for 24 to 48 hours.

One pack of cement can make one to three pots depending on the size.

Once the pot is fully dried, decorate it using the paints with your desired pattern and allow the paint to dry.

Lastly, when the pots are ready,

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The Republic @ 78

Preserving History Through Journalism

are displayed prominently on the 1941 graduation issue of the newspaper.

After the Second World War, The Republic continued to publish its newspapers with the first post-war issue coming out in November of 1945. The hand-illustrated masthead and captions that were used before the Japanese Occupation became the template that the publication used for its postwar commencement issues.

Although The Republic did not remain active during the war, it was revived with Carlos G. Reyes declared editor-in-chief after a series of gruelling tests for the position. Felicula Dimagiba acted as the paper’s adviser for that critical period.

“ despite its humble beginnings, the republic has come far, both as the recordkeeper of the history of mHpnHs, formerly bHs and mHpHs, and as a school organization with its own past.

“It [The Republic] shall be the mouthpiece of the students in making effective respectful appeals for more congenial reform,” Reyes wrote in his editorial for the publication’s first postwar issue. “It shall neither distort news nor twist facts, but it shall always stand as the infallible champion of truth, reason and justice. It shall be the mirror of contemporary history and the exponent of equality and fraternity. It shall be the campus clarion of the student body.”

The Republic also documented and recorded the passing of Republic Act No. 618 which is also known as an Act to change the name of Bulacan High School to Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School. Its last issue as the official school organ of BHS was published in January of 1951 with the July-August issue of that same year bearing the its new name.

Other than its regular newspapers, The Republic also published special issues annually from the Christmas of 1947 to 1954 in an attempt to commemorate the holiday. For Marcelo H. del Pilar High School’s golden jubilee issue of The Republic in 1955, the publication depicted the rise of BHS and the transfer of the students to a new campus.

Despite its humble beginnings, The Republic has come far, both as the recordkeeper of the history of MHPNHS, formerly BHS and MHPHS, and as a school organization with its own past. In 2020, it will celebrate its 80th anniversary.

The Republic now has a dedicated editorial board and publishes the official school paper at a regular frequency of four issues for the entire academic year. It can also be found on its own website or its various social media accounts.

put the plants in it and place it in your garden.

Unlike clay and plastic pots that can be found in gardening and ceramic stores, cement pots are not fragile. It lasts for a long time and helps in the preservation of the environment and at the same time, it customize and personalize one’s garden.

These cement pot is a great advocacy to avoid the usage of plastic and promotes creativity. The more pots we make, the longer the Mother Earth will live.

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do you--th think?

Meet the peer group who was born in 1995 to 2012 and grew up in the year when technology spreads a wide influence. Gen Z can’t imagine the world without the existence of internet. They are the most interconnected people exposed to smart phones and computers.

Generation Z is called iGeneration that possesses choices of behaviour.

Generation Z also uses technology in their studies but too much of anything ends in a negative result.

One of the impressive characteristics of Gen Z is the creativity. Because of it they are able to fabricate their own slangs that suit the atmosphere of their generation.These words became popular through the use of social media and netizens.

Some of these slangs for the earlier generations to practice are the following.

Tea - it is used as a replacement for the regular word gossip. Tea originated from a commercial where Kermit the frog is sipping a tea that became a meme referring to a serious gross.

Finstagram - this slang is pertaining to a fake Instagram that allows the iser to be a little more authentic without having too much worry about not getting lots of likes.

Suh - This three letter word simply means what’s up.

Real Talk - real talk is the new way of saying to be honest.

Ship - This is used to match real life or fictional characters that the third person believes would be a perfect couple.

Firing Shots - Shooting people with words, either good or bad is called firing shot.

Lit - This is one of the most used slangs that means amazing or awesome.

Thirsty - It is not the usual feeling of need of water because this thirsty is talking about a person who looks desperate because of too much seeking of attention.

The said words proved that Generation Z is real a community of creative individuals. It is not easy to learn those slangs but fun to use. Ut makes the baby boomers younger.

Gen Z will soon bloom more and change the world. They are the younger generation that will define the fact that youths are one of the major key to alter the world.

In the era of fake news, there is a big question of character.

Probably, what makes campus journalism different from other array of skills is, “whenever you write, you develop character. Not because you are a keyboard master, you will write [anything] without observing ethics,” Ma. Isabel B.Cruz, the school paper adviser of The Republic commented on the timely issue of fake news.

“The pen is mightier than the sword…ito’y isa sa pinakamatinding instrument para sa pagbabago,” Vice Mayor Glibert Gatchalian said. You see, journalism is more than writing a story. It possesses an immense power which could greatly affect the whole civilization. Relevantly, it is crucially important.

Even in the records of history, the undying ink of pen had paved way to what we are now as a democratic country. Its goal is quite definite and never blindfolded.

It aims “to awaken the spirit of nationalism and patriotism of our country…mga natutulog na puso, mga natutulog na kaisipan.” Gatchalian made Marcelo H. del Pilar as a paradigm of personality who made use of the pen’s power and came up of La Solidaridad, together with his co-activists — which consequently convinced Filipinos to wreak opposition against colonialists.

“[It] has the power to inspire.” Do you know that if Harriet Seowe didn’t write Uncle Tom’s Cabin, a book which exposes the dark secrets of black slavery, Jose Rizal wouldn’t be fueled enough to write El Filibusterismo nor Noli Me Tangere that could’ve led people to stand up for our own country?

Lastly, “[it] has the power to mobilize.” The greatest paradigm of such is the EDSA People Power Revolution. “Upon the awakening…and inspiring…they are led to mobilize.” It has the power to put people into action.

Therefore, as a campus journalist and with such great power at hand, it’s not just about writing for a good story, but also carrying out a character of responsible journalism—because “you are the igniters of the power within you. You are the catalyst of change.”

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Container gardening as alternative to growing Chowking Kangkong

take it as a hobby, their eating habits improved, it is challenging at the same time very enjoyable to eat what you personally grow,” said Sir Nap. The magic of growing something from tiny seedlings to ripe produce had them eager to try different varieties of fruits and vegetables that they previously avoi

human efforts to satisfy their hunger discovered that converting of animals and raising of crops are better ways of securing food for their families.

But today, because of the rapid urbanization we are challenged to find alternatives, simple and practical ways of growing crops.

That is why Napoleon Perez from Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) - Agriculture Department launched a second quarter project to his grade seven students sections 14 and 22. He named it “Container Gardening”. He said that he let his students do this at home and they will send pictures while doing the project when the quarter ends. Admit it or not, we are facing today the unreasonably high cost of food, especially for vegetables. This concept of micro model of gardening is a good idea where you can do at home because it is producing fruits or vegetables in containers for personal consumption to help and improve the income, health and well-being of its family members.

Container gardens are extremely student-friendly. “When students

Moreover, container gardening has many plus factors aside from the obvious ones of saving money for the people growing the plants. It can also help “green” the surroundings and can reduce air pollution. It can prevent irresponsible disposal of discarded containers and reduce the volume of garbage by reusing these as recycled planting containers. This will beautify the surroundings since waste products

“ in the philippines, kangkong is known to cure constipation, hemorrhoids and is a good alternative food for people who want to lose weight.

are transformed into reusable containers and growing media.

In addition, Sir Nap have water spinach (Ipomea aquatica) planted in front of their faculty, and it can be planted in a container also. They harvest the fresh and organic Chowking Kangkong as it was commonly called because it is a type of water spinach (kangkong) which grow on soil. Kangkong is a popular ingredient in various cuisines such as desserts and salads and it is often eaten raw because of its deliciously sweet taste. It can be steamed and boiled, just like regular spinach.

Other pharmacological effects includes antitoxin, laxative, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, homeostatic and sedatives (sleeping effects).it has a good effect in the intestines as it has purgative properties because of its fiber content. It also acts as insulin-like properties to control blood sugar for diabetes prevention.its juice are widely used as an alternative remedy for emetic while it buds are used to treat ringworm.

In the Philippines, kangkong is known to cure constipation, hemorrhoids and is a good alternative food for people who want to lose weight. Truly, water spinach isn’t just a delicious vegetable, its nutritional power is also amazingly good. You cannot go wrong when you eat this vegetable. Hence, it will make your overall health improve

Any one who pursues container gardening will be spiritually and emotionally energized. It will give a calmer nature and will give the grower sense of purpose. And also it can convert extra time into leisurely productive one.

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MHPNHS Holds 2018 SLSC

Even in the youngest of minds come scientific thoughts and engineering goals in manifestation of today’s youth’s creativity, resourcefulness, and innovativeness.

In celebration of the annual national science month in the Philippines, Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High School conducted the School Level Science Congress 2018 at the school’s E-library on September 6.

Categories were Physical Science (non-living things), Life Science (living organisms), and Robotics and Intelligent Machines (computercontrolled mechanical devices) for both

individual and group presentations.

The event was inaugurated by the school principal Reynaldo Diaz who wished the participants luck and a successful program.

Also marking the opening ceremony was the inspirational message form Cecilia F. Chang (EPS-Science) who noted that this would be the transition period from being dependent to independent as the research would force contestants to think alone, act alone, to give suggestions, and to take or act criticisms.

While, in his address, the Special Program in Science, Technology, and Engineering coordinator Arnold B. Bulaong reiterated the importance and purpose of such competitions that is to propose relevant objective and solution according to potential users’ needs.

Widely known as Kangkong in the Philippines, water spinach is a very nutritious vegetable and has many health benefits. Many health experts had used water spinach as purgative, anthelmintic and good for people with diabetes. this plant is rich in iron, calcium, phosphorus, carotene, sitosterol, protein, vitamins A, b1 and c and has a lot of health beneficial amino acids.

stem week

Awakening the Scientists’ Within

Among the judges were Myrna Dela Cruz, Kathryne Alvarez, and Marilyn Roque for Life Science, Cristina De Vera, Janbrilight Guevarra, and Jocelyn Hernandez for Robotics and Intelligent Machines, and Marissa Flores, Cristina Panganiban, and Normalyn Garcia for Physical Science.

Bagging the first place in the individual category in Life Science was Larrie Martin presenting “The Effect of Ethanolic Grass Extract of Talahib (Saccharum spontaneum Linn) in the in Vitro Inhibition Maglinant Neoplasm MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cell Lines”.

For Life Science group category, first place was taken by Iris De Jesus, Shania Mediavillo, and Vincent Eballo with “In Vitro Cytotoxic Activity of Marang (Artocarpus  14

Latent abilities should not always stay hidden, but rather initiated

Last September 3, STEM Week kicked off with the theme of GEARED UP: Potential Installation in collaboration with I Research and Innovate in Science and Engineering (iRISE) and the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Department, with activities geared to culminate STEM-related skills of the students of the track.

Science and Mathematics Forum— in which Pres. Gil O. Mendoza and PP/ Chem Engr. Marcelino S. Garcia Jr.

gave talks regarding first-hand experiences in various STEM- related fields— Essay Writing Contest, Poster Making Contest and Science and Mathematics Quiz Bee were held on the first day.

A General Assembly was held on the second day that includes the Career Guidance, oathtaking of the Junior Executive Committee and Committee Heads, and the anticipated STEMOlympics where randomly-grouped students compete for five various events that are all STEM-related such as Oscillating Relay, Tug-of-War, Hands On, Minds On (HOMO), Bleeding Pyramid, and Work-out-holic.

The two-day event was organized by Grade 12 STEM students together with the iRISE advisers;

and Rowell Demdam.

Paolo de Guzman, Jesusa Angeles, Teresa Eliezel Borja,

a n innovation to a simple invention. these containers are not the usual container gardens. the bottom part of the container serves as the receptacle for excess water which may be easily eliminated to avoid spills and to avoid water dwelling pests.

l et c H ildren learn to love t H e soil t H at nurtures t H em. nap Perez, tle teacher, teaches his grade 7 students how to mix soil for container gardening.

p lainly ornamental? nope…more than the decorative look of Kangkong in a container, it is organic and healthy and free for the school community.

Photos by nicole tamondong

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TREEmendous!

t rees for better brain activities

Given these circumstances, most students in the second room got higher scores in their tests, they were more productive, had faster reaction time on computer tasks, and were less stressed indicated by having lower blood pressure than the students in the first room.

The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”

In an action research proposed by Napoleon Perez, TLE teacher who specializes in horticulture, he claimed that trees help in promoting sound and better brain activities for learners.

“The more trees, the more our students’ brain can function better,” said Perez.

Think of big schools such as the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman, Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), De la Salle University (DLSU) and Central Luzon State University (CLSU) among others, which maintain a wide variety of wild life and urban forestry for fruitful interactions and quiet reflections.

“Kapag mapuno ang paligid, di ba mas madali or mas maginahawa magisip ang utak natin. Saka mas maraming puno mas maraming oxygen na mapoproduce and we know that human brain needs oxygen to function well,” Perez added.

In line with Perez’s action research proposal, he conducted a tree inventory in the whole campus. Based on his inventory, there are 187 fruit-bearing and 89 non-fruit bearing trees ranging from decade old to newly planted trees in the campus.

Scientific Studies on the trees and learning relation

“Don’t blame your grades on others.” You’ve probably heard that statement at least once in your high school life, but who would have thought that a scientific study just proved how wrong it was.

In an experiment, students were put in two different classrooms: first was a room without any green plants and out of sight of trees, and second was a room with plants and surrounded by trees.

This showed that students having natural views including trees have more ability to focus attention and achieve a high level cognitive functioning than of those inside a room untouched by any

“in an action research proposed by napoleon perez, tle teacher who specializes in horticulture, he claimed that trees help in promoting sound and better brain activities for learners.

plants or trees.

Participants in the study also reported feeling more attentive and better able to concentrate in the presence of plants.

According to this study by University of Illinois’ Professor William Sullivan, there is a causal connection between trees and learning.

Trees, as oxygen-providers, are crucial for developing the energy the brain needs to learn. And the more information we need to process, the higher the demand of our brain for oxygen.

Because our brain, just like any oth-

er muscle in our body, requires steady amount of oxygen to function properly. It is a complex and energetic organ, which tells our body how to act using system of nerves. It contains billions of nerve cells or neurons, and it coordinates thought, emotion, behavior, movement and sensation. It may only be two percent of the body’s weight, but it uses about 25% our oxygen intake.

Furthermore, trees absorb and block noise and reduce glare. A wellplaced tree can reduce noise by as much as 40 %, helping students be less disturbed and more focused on their activities.

Are there enough trees for the Del Pilarians?

For a massive school like Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High School accommodating more than eight thousands of students, it is safe to say that its 276 fruit-bearing and non-fruit bearing trees are insufficient to provide enough oxygen for the learners, even if one large tree can supply a day’s oxygen for four people.

But aside from planting trees or bringing plants and putting them on the corridors of your building, we must also know one more thing: diaphragmatic breathing. This is proper way to breathe where you engage your diaphragm in your abdominal area while breathing deeply to move the air and oxygen down into the lower areas of lungs where most of the circulation of

blood is.

It will also be a good addition if we keep ourselves properly hydrated and healthy to improve oxygen levels. We can take antioxidants to maintain proper amount of blood oxygen, or try eating blueberries, cranberries, artichoke hearts, blackberries, and strawberries.

Indeed, physical characteristics of school environments like lighting, noise reduction, indoor air quality, temperature, and amount of oxygen from trees and plants can have high impact to the students’ performance, and to their marks but still, much bigger contributions are up to us because our simplest actions are the only way to a changed surroundings and a better environment.

A plea for a tree

In accordance with Republic Act 9152 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS EDUCATION ACT of 2008, and in observance of the National Environment Awareness Month this November, Perez calls for protection of the trees in the campus from possible destruction from students and school constructions as well.

“People must adjust for the trees. It is not the trees who need to adjust for the people,” he concluded.

In addition he also advocates tree planting in the school and identification and proper labelling of the existing trees in the campus.

a Visionary’s mantra

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What makes a National Scientist? For National Scientist of ophthalmology and Bulacan High School alumnus Dr. Geminiano T. de Ocampo, all it takes is to be an early riser.

In September 17, a day after his birthday, Dr. Geminiano T. de Ocampo was given tribute by Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Special Program in Science, Technology, and Engineering (SPSTE) students and teachers, together with Leticia de Ocampo-Regalado (de Ocampo’s daughter), Vicente Enriquez, and Ruel Paguiligan.

Written in his memoirs and reiterated by his daughter are words he read from “How to Study Effectively” by Guy Montrose Whipple on his first year in BHS in 1921: “Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” Truly, it was his words to live by. He used to wake up at 4:30 in the morning to study, read, and write. “Not until I retired from active academic life at 65 years of age did I rise at 6:00 o’clock in the morning,” he wrote.

It worked well for him as he graduated valedictorian of BHS batch 1926, among the first to finish medicine in the University of the Philippines in 1932 and received Jose Rizal Award for Excellence in 1968 and Cultural Award for Science in 1961 among others, aside from being awarded as National Scientist in 1982. He also has a marker that sits by the middle entrance of the campus’s Science Building and has a STEM section named after him.

De Ocampo also took inspiration from fellow ophthalmologist and National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, who also took inspiration from his mother, Teodora Alonzo, who had a cataract; but in this case, Dr. de Ocampo was the one to have optic problems as he had to change his glasses every six months.

With his contributions, including the De Ocampo corneal dissector and the founding of De Ocampo Eye Hospital in 1952 that paved the way for more, he is regarded as the Father of Philippine Ophthalmology and continues to be a reminder to young scientists that hard work and perseverance pays off.

odoratissimus blanco) Ethanolic Crude Leaf Extract to A549 Human Cancer Cell Line (Human Lung Adenocarcinoma)’.

In Physical Science individual category, Kyla Joy Alcoriza took the first place with her “Alternative Solar Cell Made From Compact Disks, Copper Wires, and Zener Diodes in Harnessing Electricity”.

For group category in Physical Science, awarded as the best presenter were Francis Jarical, Anjanette Capule,and Zarina Reyes who presented “Producing Power From Human Steps Using a Prototype Piezoelectric Integrated Insole”.

As for Robotics and Intelligent Machines, the first place individual awardee was Marion Buendia presenting “A Microcontroller Regulated Sensing Device with Automatic Water Irrigating System in Detecting Loam Soil Moisture For Indoor Urban Gardening”.

Taking home the best presenter award for group category in Robotics and Intelligent Machines were Ayumi Bolo, Kassandra Dela Cruz, and Jose Ocampo with their presentation “ACE: A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)-Controlled Lower Body Adjustable Cybernetic Exoskeleton As a Rehabilitation Device”.

Winners will be making further steps of excellence in the upcoming Division Level Science Congress in Sta. Isabel Elementary School on September 28.

napoleon Perez, a tle (horticuluture) teacher conducted an inventory of the trees in the campus to find out the possible relationship of the number of trees to the better brain facility of Del Pilarians. infographics by Angelo Dustin Pineda

Hug me tree one of the biggest, decade old trees inside MhPnhS located near building e stands resiliently against all threats of being cut down due to possible building constructions. Photo by John edward gaspar

Bulacan records highest HIV cases

Bulacan is the home to many majestic things – Barasoain Church, Malolos Congress, Obando town fiesta, Francisco Balagtas, Pangkat Kawayan, Enchanted Farm (Gawad Kalinga), Philippine Arena, revolutionary heroes, and much more. It is easily one of the provinces you would wish to live in…not unless you knew that it is also the home to the 36% of Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV) cases in the whole Region 3.

The provincial government of Bulacan initiated HIV School Caravan 2018 through Provincial Health Office’ Think Positive Campaign to spread awareness and promote universal safety and pre-cautions among youth regarding the deadly sexually transmissible infection (STI) at the Bulacan State University on October 2.

Persons who are among 15-24 years old, form the second biggest group with HIV cases in Bulacan, following the bracket of 25 years old to 39, proving that this campaign is highly-essential to highschool and college students.

HIV, a life-long infection, kills CD4 cells, which is a type of immune cell called T cells. Over time, as more CD4 cells get killed, the body is more likely to get various types of infections and cancer as the immune system’s ability gets compromised.

Transmission of HIV can be through unprotected penetrative sexual intercourse, receiving contaminated blood or blood products, and from an infected mother to child. But the speculation of many that it spreads through air or any casual contact like shaking hands, hugging, and kissing is justified to be false. It can not be also transmitted through human wastes like sweat, urine, or saliva.

To lower the risk of having HIV, the keys remain to be: abstinence, being mutually faithful, and having the correct education.

Although doctors are yet to discover the medicine that will permanently cure HIV, it can still be managed through treatment.

But without treatment, a person with HIV is prone to develop a serious condition called AIDS. At that point, the immune system is too weak to fight off other diseases and infections. Untreated, life expectancy with AIDS is about three years.

With antiretroviral therapy along with medical care, it can be controlled and life-expectancy of a person living with HIV can be nearly the same as someone who has not ever contracted the virus.

According to UNAIDS, 19.5 million people are receiving proper treatment as of the latest survey, which is a big leap compared to 770,000 in the year 2000.

But big numbers are still unaware of the virus they carry because in some cases, HIV can be asymptomatic, or show no sign or symptoms.

That makes it important to have yourself regularly checked in HIV-Testing Centers and do not even try to self-medicate because professional help is a must-have to counter the threat of an epidemic.

Right now, Philippines is among the nine countries that continue to have a rising cases of HIV of more than 25% , while Region 3 is at the fourth spot in the country having the highest number of HIV cases, and Bulacan has the most contribution of HIV reported cases in its region.

Let us not change the golden reputation of our province to being an infamous “Land of HIV and AIDS”, let us be part of preserving an HIV-free generation, by delivering only the right information, as we create an HIV-friendly and responsive community without any stigma and discrimination.

Provincial health office’s data revealed that Malolos has the highest rate of hiV cases reported (142) within the age 15-25, grade 9 to senior high school that is why the Pho’s target audience are the millennials.

Data shows that bulacan has the highest rate of reported cases of hiV in the region, thus the Provincial health office conducted an hiV awareness caravan in schools such as MhPnhS.

Source: Provincial health office bulacan

Triple Kill

b efore t H e Game i s o ver

The popular “gaming” has been an escape to gamers, who mostly are students, on their stressful duties at home and at school. In addition, gaming also improves coordination as the activities and actions on the screen provide a lot of mental stimulation.

Isn’t it heart-breaking whenever you’re playing Mobile Legends (ML) and your battles get interrupted by unstable internet connection?

More even when you lose stars and your rank drops owing to your “cancer” teammates who know nothing but to rush into attacks even if they have no back-ups.

Same aching it is when your device lags in the middle of your most crucial and momentous game. With no questions, nothing is worst than these for most ML gamers, but little do they know that more wreckful defeat awaits after their battle ends.

First Kill: Mind

Instead of living the “actual world”, 97% of children and teens are hooked up with playing different games in their PCs, consoles, tablet, and smartphones, according to Tech Addiction.

Problem-solving skills are developed as well while playing and it enhances one’s memory, improves concentration and speeds up the brain. According to studies, gaming can even be a great source of learning providing that video games are specifically aimed at enhancing cognitive and creative skills.

But just like any other games, we lose some when we gain some.

Second Kill: Health

In the eleventh revision of the International Classification of Diseases, WHO included “gaming disorder,” or video game addiction, as a legitimate mental health disorder.

Excessive gaming results in negative emotional, social, relational, educational, or career - related consequences—better known as gaming addiction.

People struggling with video game addiction may be at a greater risk for depression, loneliness, social anxiety, anger,

Road To Secured Energy

“Walking is man’s best medicine” –Hippocrates

Benefits of walking are no surprise to us, after all, thousands of studies are long been done to prove that it is good for our health. This simple activity we do instead of taking vehicles to reach our destination improves fitness, prevents diabetes, strengthens heart, slows the rate of bone loss, alleviate symptoms of depression, and results to better cognitive function of our brain.

What more can we ask from walking, right? But, believe it or not, a mind-blowing study showed that walking can also be a source of energy.

Tom Krupenkin, a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, said that human walking carries a lot of energy, particularly kinetic energy that therefore can be utilized by energy harvesting.

Energy harvesting is the process in which small amounts of available energy in the environment are converted into electrical energy, and this applies to walking, jogging, and running, that are usually done in short trips since people commonly use these to go to nearby places.

Energy may be transformed into electrical power through the piezoelectric effect and it can then be used to charge a battery, rather than charging a specific device like a phone, to be able to utilize the harvested energy on other devices also.

Energy harvesting is actually already hitting the market, and as a proof, the Pavegen tiles installed during the Paris marathon produced 4.7 kilowatt-hours of energy—enough to power a laptop for more than two days. These tiles however are difficult to install because of numerous factors which include durability, weather resistance, and even vandalism.

Fortunately, there is a design concept for an electricity generating foot-

and feelings of shame or embarrassment for spending so much time playing games.

Another commonly affected by this addiction is health. Those who are addicted to video games often develop poor sleep habits due to late night gaming sessions, may neglect personal hygiene, may get very little physical activity, and may make poor choices with regard to eating.

Third Kill: Self

Social problems can also occur as the addiction worsens, video game addicts tend to spend more time playing and less quality time with friends, family, or significant others. Even if they have “lots of friends online”, they still experience loneliness, depression, and social isolation due to the lack of in-person contact with others.

According to Dr. Joseph Mauro B. Sayo, child and adult psychiatrist in Sangandaan Health Care, gaming addiction just like other addiction started with curiosity. Gaming brings thrill if they win, they can feel sensation of excitement which make them forget temporarily their problems.

Video game addiction is now currently considered a diagnosable disorder and appears in official mental health classification system, it surely is a relevant issue that needs to be addressed as soon as possible. What is IGD or Internet Gaming Disorder?

Dr. Raymundo Faustino, Coordinator of Psychological wellness at Bulacan State University on the other hand, discussed to us what IGD is.

IGD or internet gaming disorder is a condition that needs to be diagnosed as it is now in the list of International Classification of Diseases or ICD.

There is a list of criteria for us to say if a person has IGD. If a person meets aany five of the following criteria:

1. Pre-occupation or obsession in internet games;

wear that was depicted by Angelo Casimiro. A hole was bored through the base of the shoe circuit having the diameter of the ceramic component of the piezoelectric transducers which were placed on either sides of the hole. This design concept is reasonably good since the transducers that were placed on either sides of the hole produced twice as much compared to a single transducer only.

A study in this was conducted where the researchers tested and created a piezoelectric-integrated insole prototype that utilizes kinetic energy from human steps and converts it into electricity. The experimentation had five trials in different frequencies of simulated human steps: 1 step per 2 seconds, 1 step per second, and 2 steps per second, all for 30 seconds. Each step of every trial was recorded to determine the capability of the prototype to produce power.

The kinetic energy harvested from the researcher that tested the prototype was able to make electric impulses.

Harvesting energy from other sources, like unconventional ones, and converting it into a valuable form, like electricity, is a great way to conserve and acquire energy. Looking at producing energy from human steps, it has great potential to be a good inexpensive resource.

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Undeniably, we can go far if only we walk our way to harnessing energy without the limit of our norms.

2. Withdrawal symptoms (felt during absence of gaming);

3. Built up of tolerance, which means more time is needed and tolerated during games and is further increasing;

4. Tries to stop or change habits but cannot resist the urge to play, thus resulting to

5. Loss of interest in other activities;

6. Continued overuse of internet games even in the knowledge of how much the impact is

7. Lying about ones habit

8. Using internet games to relieve anxiety and guilt

9. Risking relationships.

Why children escape from reality

According to a study, the change in the Asian family system and the opening of families with technology, brought the children’s attention to gaming. As observed, the traditional family system of interpersonal relationship is changed thus the interest of the youth also changed. Their interest is focused on technology because of lack of family interactions.

During gaming, they feel the sense of belongingness and pride in playing with other people.

How to escape the unreal

Withdrawal from games is one of the best remedy through it entails a lot of courage and perseverance on the part of the gamer.

“Ultimately you become the dragon and unconsciously slayed yourself of your precious time and energy and robbed you of the reality to live with.” (pull out quote)

To all gamers, keep in mind that games are only meant to be played, not to be the one to play over ourselves. So before your game is over, think wise of your next moves.

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Researchers: Francis Neil SJ. Jarical, Anjanette M. Capule, Zarina Elenita L. Reyes, Bernadette M. Capule | 10 Einstein SPSTE.

player one Students tend to get addicted with mobile internet games especially when they do it with peers. Photo by John edward gaspar.

delpi knows

Am I mentally healthy?

he Republic conducted a school wide survey on the level of mental health awareness of the Del Pilarians. The purpose of the survey is to gather data as to how aware and how healthy one is in terms

TAlarmingly, according to World Health Organization (WHO) it is most likely that by 2030, mental disorders will rise to 13 % of the total global burden of diseases.

No one is spared, young and old, rich and poor. In Marcelo, cases of observed mental health issues among students and even teachers come into numbers. However, no records are shown since, either the victims do not want it to be known by others or simply, they are not aware that what they are experiencing can be in fact, a mental disorder.

In the pool of 148 Del Pilarian respondents aging 11 to 18, 92.9% of it are aware of the disseminating mental health illnesses particularly the depression and bipolar disorder. Students are less aware of the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Schizophrenia. Half of the respondents admitted that they behave experienced the cruelty of the said illnesses.

The science of your mind

Mental health illnesses attack the most complicated part of the body that is the human mind. Know what is in your mind and try to assess if you are on the verge of having one or if you are really mentally healthy. Mental Health Illness has some categories that are important to be known.

Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Everyone feels anxious at some point of their life like the fear of failing an exam or a job interview but it is perfectly normal. However, Anxiety disorder is constantly having the feeling of uneasiness such as fear and worry and is hard to control that can affect one’s daily life. Anxiety is also the main symptom of heavier mental illnesses.

Panic Attack is the sudden strike of fear and panic during unexpected times and usually with no apparent reason. A person with Panic Attack may feel some symptoms such as a racing heart beat, nausea and chest pain. It is very frightening and distressing and usually lasts for five to twenty minutes but there are some cases when it last for an hour or two depending on the condition. The good thing is it is not physically dangerous.

Bipolar Disorder

The unusual shifts of mood, energy, activity level and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks is called Bipolar Disorder and previously known as Manic-Depressive Illness.

It has four basic types.

The first type is the Bipolar I Disorder that is defined by severe manic episodes that last for at least seven days and the person needs immediate hospital care.

Bipolar II Disorder is the pattern of depressive and hypomanic episodes but not as severe as the first type.

Cyclothymic Disorder is the numerous periods of hypomanic symptoms that may last for two years.

The last type is the Other Specified Bipolar and Related Disorder. Any symptoms that do not fit the three given types will fall under the last type.

Depression

Depression is the most common and serious mood disorder. It affects how a person thinks, feels and behaves.

It also has some types.

Persistent Depressive Disorder lasts for at least two years while Postpartum Depression is much more serious that usually strikes women after giving birth. It includes the extreme feeling of sadness; anxiety and exhaustion that make it more difficult for these mothers to take care of their babies and do their daily responsibilities.

Psychotic Depression happens when a person experiences severe depression, psychosis and delusions.

Seasonal Affective Disorder happens only in a specific season.

Bipolar Disorder is also considered a type of depression because someone who has bipolar disorder experiences episodes of extremely low moods that fits the criteria of a major depression.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsession is the repeated thoughts, urges and mental images that cause anxiety such as fear of contamination and aggressive thoughts towards others or self while Compulsion is the repetitive behavior of a person with OCD.

It is a common, chronic and long lasting disorder yet many people are not aware of this condition. A person with OCD has uncontrollable desires, obsessions and behaviors that urges him to repeat over and over.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

It grows in some people who experienced a shocking, scary or dangerous event. Though it normal to feel afraid after or during the traumatic event, there are some people who are not able to conquer their fear.

People with PSTD may continuously feel stress or frightened even when they are not in danger.

Schizophrenia

It is a common condition that people often observe in the community yet they do not know that this condition is called Schizophrenia.

Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels and behaves. Schizophrenic person seems like they have lost touch with reality. It usually starts at the age of 16 to 30 but there are rare cases when children may become schizophrenic too.

Schizophrenics may be seen having hallucinations, delusions, thought and movement disorder.

Self-Harm and Suicidal Feeling

Victims of mental health disorder uses self-harm and cuttings thinking that it will satisfy their suicidal feelings. They thought that hurting their selves will help them cope up.

Factors affecting students mental Health

The state of mental health of the youths is affected by several factors. Del Pilarians said that relationship with the family affects their unstable mental health followed by unclear roles and responsibilities. Heavy school works are

just a minor factor.

Other factors include relationships with family and peers, high emotional, mental or physical demands (stress, anxiety, etc.), social media influences (bullying, discrimination, gender biases), unclear roles and responsibilities (expectations, disappointments, etc.) and individual biopsychosocial factors – genetics, personality, early life events, cognitive and behavioral patterns, mental health history, lifestyle factors and coping style.

c’mon are you outsourcing my personality? you are nothing but a second rate trying hard, copy cat. of course not, just so happen you have more budget dude!!!

No one knows when this little monster would attack its victim but to prevent further damage, everyone must know the importance of stable mental health.

Mental Illnesses can be avoided by having a healthy body, safe and pleasant environment, avoid too much stressful activities, have a healthy relationship with the family and friends and lastly, minimize social media exposure.

“Prevention is better than cure,” people usually say but awareness is best to have.

Older generations may say that Millennials and Generation Z are less resilient; everyone has to know that only we can help ourselves the most during the darkest hours of our lives and remember that even if the sun sets down bringing its brightness, there is still a moon that will maintain the brightness in our lives.

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Any type of disaster is lethal, but so is our neglectfulness.

Catastrophes come in no time, causing great and often sudden damage, but in some times, harm is not brought by the disaster itself, but by our lack of preparedness in spite of forewarning of an impending danger.

Maybe it is because of the simplicity of instructions that we don’t mind complying anymore but whatever the reason is, it can never be of the same value as the lives that can be possibly lost because of disobedience.

A big step in preparing yourself and your family for disaster is having your disaster preparedness plan that you are familiar with, and ready to act on in case the unthinkable happens. When the danger has passed, a disaster or emergency plan for your family can be the difference between you meeting up in a secure location or being lost, unable to find one another.

You would also want to be equipped with a disaster kit of basic tools and supplies that you would need like drinking water, food, flashlights, matches or lighter, spare batteries, first aid kit, and even whistle for signaling and navigation reference.

As for typhoons, we see them coming from miles away, and we have the

WHy filipinos can’t create good visual effects

Since 1980’s, animation industry has been present in the Philippines. Our local animators have been giving animation services for more than 30 years. Filipinos are the talents behind the cartoons and animated film like Scooby Doo, Tom and Jerry, Dragon Ball Z And etc. Filipino animators also provide graphics for the gaming industry of Nintendo and Sega. Visual effects in fantasy series or films are very important as one of the most vital elements in action scenes. The Philippine fantasy series usually receive criticisms from both Filipino and foreign viewers because of its unrealistic visual effects.

Recently, Facebook user, Boy S. Bardagol has revealed the reason why do Filipino visual effects team could not create good editing effects. Bardagol said that Filipino artist have the capability in making a good visual effects although the clients were not paying them enough.

technology to forecast how severe they will be. This is a double-edged sword though; because the real threat won’t show up for hours or days, it’s likely for people to ignore the alarms given by the authority.

He narrated that he met an awarded visual effects maker in whose portfolio is good as other Hollywood visual effects maker. On the other hand, according to their supervisor, “Kailangan daw ‘yung kung ano lang ‘yung presyo na ibinabayad sa amin ng mga networks, ‘yun lang daw ang worth na ipakita namin na visual effects.” If they submit a very prim work, the clients may pay the same amount and getting used to it while the animators work hard and paid in a low cost.

Nevertheless, we must be ready. It will be a great idea to secure your family’s most important documents, like birth certificates, passports, and social security cards in a safe place. Create a home inventory and keep it with those documents.

While for some hazards that cannot be predicted like an earthquake, fire, and even bomb threats, it will be the best to remain calm so you can think of the fastest way to get to an area out of danger.

In case of an earthquake, keep in mind the “Drop, take cover, and hold on.” This means you should drop to the ground, get under a sturdy shelter, maybe a desk or table, and hold on until the ground stops shaking. When the earthquake is over, follow the instructions of local authorities and put your family’s emergency plan into place.

For fire, make a fire evacuation plan for your family with multiple routes of escape from all rooms of the house. If you live in a multi-level home, consider installing escape ladders in the upper levels. If a fire occurs, get out immediately. Do not put yourself in danger by placing a phone call or gathering your valuables.

Also, one of the major problems in animations industry in our country is lack of large animations companies capable of supporting international clients. The industry needs to find a way to unite efforts in order to bring this industry in the next level.

Outsourcing is the key

Last June 2016, Philippine outsourcing companies are finding new ways to improve animation industry in our country. Game developers and animators are outsourcing various steps in their production process to make the price lower. By capitalizing on the low labour cost, and high technical skills this industry may save.

Synergy88 Group opened the Philippines’ first motion-captured studio, used to record actors’ movement to make it animated and looked more realistic. Synergy 88 can help developers sharply slash costs compared with production in the U.S., according to Alvin Juban, Synergy88’s executive in charge of games. “Even if you compare us with the Eastern Europe artists (a popular outsourcing destination for Western game companies), we are still at least 20% more cost efficient,” he said.

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Arca cops golden double in gymnastics

Cortez, Buena hail 1st best ballroom dancer of dance sport MHPNHS

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The duo of Lemuel Francis Cortez and Jan Janice Buena of Special Program in Journalism-Foriegn Language (SPJ-SPFL) pocketed the first-ever title of dance sports in ballroom dancing event during the celebration of Intramurals 2018 held at MHPNHS dance hall last September 6.

Facial expressions, eye contact, and steps are some of the criteria in judging. There are two categories to be chosen, latin cha-cha, rumba, and

jive. Standard waltz, and tango were also included.

The students from 9 Confucius towed Latin category to gold, while another SPJ-SPFL) players, Ryan Jacob Figueroa and Esperanze Elizatbeth Enriquez bagged the silver medal. The Grade 10 students, Renniel Oliveros and Antonette Vallejos grabbed the bronze medal.

“Even though it takes a lot of work to complete a dance, we still did our best,” Cortez said.

According to him, they enjoyed the competition because they have a background in the sport they chose.

“Dancing is our favorite. I’m very sure that was one of our advantage in that contest,” Cortez said.

Crisologo, Calayag deliver SPSTE’s 1st gold

the silver medal, while Open High School Program (OHSP) and Special Program in the Arts (SPA) left with the bronze medal after getting out of contention in the semifinals game loss.

However, they found it somewhat hard because they only have two days of practice, so it was challenging for them.

“We’re battling with a rush-hour cram because we only had one day to excuse ourselves in the classes,” he added.

However, the students from the Special Program in Foreign Language (SPFL) learned from persistency and professionalism and they managed to

Aspiring for stellar competence

Stymieing the odds - Rosemarie Arca from Special Program in Sports (SPS) flashes her graceful dominance in the field of gymnastics chalking up two gold medals on two categories in the Junior’s Intramurals 2018 at Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) Gymnasium last September 6.

The student from 10 SPS1 hacked both first places in club and ribbon events under rhythmic gymnastics (RG), senior category. Mitsi Genesis Borja, also an athlete from the SPS grabbed the silver medal.

“Masaya ako kasi kahit ‘di ko gaanong na-perfect yung routine ko nanalo pa rin ako,” Arca said. Her inspirations were her younger sister and her grandmother who watched and supported her during the competition.

She also said that nervousness was always there.

“Iyong kaba, ‘di naman nawawala ‘yon,” she added.

Arca also said that she experienced difficulties at first but by training everyday, she developed her potentials and her hardwork paid off valuably every victory.

“Dapat na magsumikap kasi syempre mahirap talaga sa umpisa pero magagawa rin naman ‘yon kapag nagpursigi sa training.” Arca said.

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And if it is raining continuously, listen to the TV or radio for information on where the flooding is happening. In the case of a flood warning in your area, you may be advised to evacuate; in this case, do so immediately. If you are under a flash flood warning, seek higher ground immediately.

On top of everything, turn your knowledge into actions. Who knows, maybe preparedness can be our salvation.

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Jourdan Crisologo and Nathan Calayag drew the first and only champion of the Special Program in Science Technology and Engineering (SPSTE) in Badminton Tournament after recovering late second set scare of Grade 8’s Vince Leon Santos and Shan Carl Dalagan, 11-9, 11-9, of the Boys Doubles event in Junior’s SportsFest 2018 at the Red Oil Badminton Court, September 7.

The duo from the Science High (Sci-high) got back from a 5-0 run of Santos and Dalagan - three consecutive smashes coming from the Grade 8 tandem - to en route to victory.

“Nagkaproblema po kami sa sunod-sunod na errors kaya gano’n yung nangyari pero dahil sa teamwork nanalo kami,” Crisologo said.

With the loss, Grade 8 fell with

Calayag built enough cushion with two forehand smashes to forge a 5-0 run in the first set.

While Calayag taking over the offense, Crisologo secured the defense by warding off the attacks of Grade 8 forcing the latter to commit errors.

“Sinunod lang namin yung tamang rotations ng badminton doubles kasi may specific rotations do’n na proper actions para makagalaw ng maayos,” Crisologo said.

The tandem from Sci-high seemed to play both solid defense and offense, sweeping the boys doubles event with all three successful games including the eliminations and semifinals round.

“Naging advantage namin

Defensive Juggernaut - By executing their supremacy and agility in smashing, the Badminton Team of Marcelo H. del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) reopened the floodgate of victories big and small after pocketing a gold and a silver medal as the 31st Milo Little Olympics North and Central Luzon (MLO-NCL) leg kicked off at Baguio City last September 7-9.

Boys team including the Reigning Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament, Mark Anthony Bernal, John Javier Manalansan, and the tandem of John Neil Panganiban and Justine Dionisio weathered whatever their opponents dished out on them to sweep their tasks in the men’s badminton team event.

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The possibility of the Philippines to keep in track near the cellars in the 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games to be held in the Philippines on December 10, 2019 is nearly attainable.

Hosting the 2019 SEA Games must be an advantage for our athletes to surpass a veritable disaster record last 2017 capturing only a total of 24 golds, 33 silvers, and 64 bronzes – their fewest record since 1999.

Sports such as boxing, weightlifting, baseball and other games that has been removed last SEA Games, where Filipinos are considered to be one of the strong competitors, were added back by the Philippine SEA Games Committee (PHISGOC) in the list of games for us to bounce back. PHISGOC also added arnis as one of the sports events which will be the first time in the SEA Games history.

Through this implementation, new talent and skills of our contenders will finally unleashed where our competitiveness and our chance of winning will be chalked up. Athletes must be conditioned physically, emotionally, and also mentally. It is important to send the teams abroad for more intensive trainings and exposures.

Philippines has more advantage in preparing in terms of place adaptation. Since our country will be hosting, it is expected that athletes will know what place and schedule their respective games will happen earlier than the delegates in other countries. Coaches and trainers must prioritize to practice in the respective places where the games will schedule to be happen so that athletes will easily adapt the surfaces.

Also the official logo and mascot that are to be announced officially is now undergoing construction and must symbolized our culture.

Boosting our athletes’ morale is indeed will be a great help in solidifying their grip to their aspirations in bannering our country to the top. It is a must that the government will support them from food to equipment so that they will be fully motivated.

On the contrary, still it is in individuals hand on how they will manage to enhance and develop their God given abilities. But if we exert much efforts combined with our hearts to hone it, we can en route to victory.

dominance in successing all the five games that brought her and the team to silver medal.

“Nagfocus lang ako sa game hanggang finals. Confident ako kasi alam ko naman na kaya ko yung kalaban kasi kilala ko na sila dahil last year sila rin yung mga nakalaban namin,” C. Dorega said.

The comeback of the defending champion in girls badminton team including Christine Dorega, Mikaella Dorega, Nina Anne Pantig, Divine Grace Gaspar and Dyra May Victoria were hapless to attain another gold after being down in 2-0 sets in the women’s singles and doubles that led them to silver.

“Na-aaply nila yung mga natutunan nila sa trainings. Actually, one year nila talaga pinaghahandaan ito, yung boys team na hindi ko sinali last year, ngayon nag champion sila. Nagimprove sila dahil sa trainings na pinapagawa namin sa kanila,” coach Rafael “Paeng” Dionisio said.

First time, first gold

Introducing themselves as one of the formidable contenders in Central Luzon Regional Athletics Association (CLRAA),

boys team debut and went through the wringer to reach the final round winning the battle against St. Paul College of Ilocos Sur (SPCIS), 21-8, 21-12 so stay unblemished in singles finals.

The Panganiban and Dinisio duo bucked a lethargic start to eke out a pulsating 2112, 21-18, against Xavier Raras and Ralph Tabboga of SPCIS.

Panganiban rode with his passion in his last playing year as one of the doubles of the team.

“Inisip lang po namin na kailangan namin mag focus dun sa game at intindihin yung mga payo ni coach Paeng, tapos panatilihin yung control sa bola para mas maging maayos yung palo namin. Tiwala lang po kay God na gagabayan nya kami in all the games we have in that tournament,” Panganiban said.

Routing also his debut in the MLO, Manalansan relished every vital points that he was unleashing to notch his first and

unfortunately the last gold medal since he is now a graduating junior high school student.

“Nagtraining kami ng maayos, tapos kinausap ko ‘yung boys na ibigay na nila lahat kasi karamihan sa amin graduating na, at para naman matuwa si coach Paeng,” Manalansan said.

The former CLRAA champion also said that he was still on the roller coaster feeling between the hapiness of winning their first gold and the sadness of his last playing year.

“Masaya na malungkot kasi last year ko na ‘to sa Marcelo. Pero hindi naman ako nanghihinayang kasi alam ko na ginawa ko yung best ko para makapagbigay ng honor para sa school at sa del Pilarians,” Manalansan added.

Threat of a comeback

Such was also the hardwork proved by the girls badminton team after the last year’s MLO-NCL MVP in C. Dorega showed her

The pairing of Pantig and Gaspar played sloppy down the stretch in following their rotations but thanks to M. Dorega in backing up to secure their advancement in the finals that at least led them to the second place.

“Nahirapan po kami sa rotation, nawala na rin po sa isip namin yung pinractice naming rotation kaya po nagkaroon ng pagaagawan sa bola,” Gaspar said.

Nervousness overtaked Pantig and Gaspar’s focus in the game causing to loss in the finals.

“Dahil sa kaba medyo nagkalituhan at di na nalalam yung next na gagawin,” Pantig said.

The unapplied footworks from the duo took over by M. Dorega but her efforts wasn’t enough to compensate what the errors have been squandered against the wards of Infant Jesus Montessori School (IJMS).

Despite the result, girls team wholeheartedly accepted the loss and made sure that they will dominate their next games on the upcoming City Meet.

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deadly duo. John neil Panganiban and Justine Dionisio dish out their

attacks to sweep the badminton event of Milo little olympics held at baguio city last September 7-9. Photo by Patricia camus.

feeling tHe beat lemuel francis cortez and Jan Janice buena dance to the rhythm of latin music in the MhPnhS Dance hall last September 6. Photo by beatrice faye Muldong.

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graceful rHytHm rosemarie Arca bends to the tune of her piece in the gymnastics finals held at the MhPnhS gymnasium last September 6. Photo by John edward gaspar.

OHSP romps past Grade 8, claims title anew

in the second quarter en route to the onesided triumph that marked the mightiness of OHSP to the final.

drew support from all the departments as OHSP turned to a rout what was expected to be an explosive final.

SPS eludes foes, rules Intrams ‘18

court yung naging susi sa panalo namin. At hindi din kami nagsisisihan kapag may errors,” Climaco said.

Combining the athletic passion and supremacy, the Special Program in Sports (SPS) athletes dominated 8 out of 12 events and clawed their way to the overall championship title behind the gargantuan performances of their gymnastics players, thwarting their opponents in this year’s school Intramurals at MHPNHS Gymnasium last Sept. 6-18.

SPS wound up their athletics campaign garnering a total of 41 medals after pocketing 19 gold, 14 silver and eight bronze medals in big events including gymnastics and athletics.

Mostly thanks to Rosemarie Arca and Cristia Andrea Dionisio’s golden double apiece in the rhythmic gymnastics (RG) senior category and women’s artistic gymnastics (WAG) junior category respectively that drew solid contribution to bring SPS to the upper echelon.

Dianne dela Cruz from 9 SPS build a massive blow to go with an average of 9.2 over two trials and reigned supreme in the discus throw event.

“Masaya ako. Ito yung pinaka memorable na nangyari sa’kin kasi first time. Masaya din ako kasi naging proud yung parents ko saka yung mga nagmamahal sakin. Para sa’kin worth it yung pag-eensayo ko kasi may kinapuntahan naman. Inspiration ko ay ang aking pamilya. Sila ang laging suportado sa paglalaro ko.” dela Cruz said.

The Boys’ and Girls’ Volleyball Team of SPS also brought home two gold medals after pulverizing separate foes, the SPJSPFL and Grade 9 respectively, to sweep the stint to gold.

On the other side, the formidable duo of Vincent de Jesus and Divine Grace Gaspar toppled over John Espiridion and Daniella Bautista of the Special Program in Journalism-Foreign Language (SPJSPFL), 2-0 to seize the mixed doubles category of the badminton event.

The cellar-dwellers’ all time foes were the OHSP veterans, who eked out an impressive 9 gold, 4 silver, and 2 bronze medals albeit a diminutive number of their total athletes who came up the in the opening program.

They reaffirmed their dominance in the boys’ basketball tournament against the small but tough Grade 8 squad to bring home anew the gold.

The Grade 10 got a tremendous lift from their lawn tennis players in both boys’ and girls’ singles and doubles events which garnered a total of 4 gold medals to clinch the third place overall.

Open High School Program (OHSP) unloaded an explosive second quarter offensive behind their solid contribution inside the paint and turned a highly-hyped dream match to a nightmare for the diminutive Grade 8 squad, 54-44, in the finals of basketball event during the 2018 Intramurals last September 18 at MHPNHS Gymnasium.

The giants, OHSP, were awesome all day with wondrous touch under the basket to prevent the silver medalists Grade 8, with the Most Valuable Player (MVP), Carlo Escoloto hitting the 12 points and a murderous running game to post a 21-0 run

Meanwhile, the Special Program in Sports (SPS) clinched the third place with bronze medal after destroying the Special Program in Journalism-Foreign Language’s (SPJ-SPFL) campaign in the battle for third.

“Sinasabi ko lang lagi sa kanila na teamwork lang. Kapag may isang open sa kanya nila ipasa, kasi magkakaroon naman lahat ng chance na makahawak ng bola kaya tulungan lang,” coach Edwin Santos of OHSP said.

From a non-scoring game in the first three quarters, Kern Cyril Kapulong inserted his presence coming to the fourth quarter with a huge trey beyond the arc to lead OHSP to a dominant wire-to-wire win.

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For the opening quarter, Grade 8 didn’t let the height advantage of their foes bully them inside, they grabbed rebounds and attacked to the paint but OHSP kept in track and eventually hit a buzzer beating trey to end the first quarter.

The giants made a gallant stand early and edged out with their attacked points leaving Grade 8 scoreless in the second quarter trailing the former with a 21 points.

Grade 8 tried to compensate loose balls to points but their efforts weren’t enough to dispose a tough OHSP.

Ronnel Picca and Jasper Sagun churned out 12 points apiece but the rest of the grade 8 played below their usual games.

Meanwhile, the Sepak Takraw boys’ team benefited greatly on the red hot game of Joshua Climaco and subdued the Open High School Program (OHSP) after stymieng the agony of second set scare of OHSP, 2-1.

“Pagkakaroon ng teamwork at saka yung pagtutulungan namin sa loob ng

The Grade 9 escaped to snatch the fourth place with four gold, 3 silver, and five bronze medals. Special Program in the Arts (SPA), Grade 8, SPJSPFL, and Special Program in Science Technology and Engineering (SPSTE)

Homecourt advantage

Weather, environmental conditions and altitude all have a huge impact in sports and athletes. Places like Baguio City, where the recent Milo Little Olympics North and Central Luzon Leg were held, is known for its cold weather and high altitudes and therefore, if sports activities are conducted in such places, not every athlete is used to such conditions.

The percentage of oxygen remains the same even at higher altitudes but the air pressure is lower. This means that the higher the place is, the air becomes less compressed, making it a more difficult place to breathe in. The temperature also becomes lower, the higher the place is.

Low atmospheric pressure can cause difficulties to players, even hypoxia or other sicknesses like colds and coughs. Less oxygen intake will affect red blood cells and the saturation of oxygen in the blood will decrease. Players who originally train in places like Baguio have the advantage because they are more used to these conditions.

“Mind over body lang yan. Kung iisipin ng ibang players yung lamig at taas

ng MVP award,” she added.

Bulacan played with the same intensity and power as they gave Mandaue City their second lossing streak after smothering them in their last game of the elimination round that led Bulacan to clinch the first spot coming to the finals unblemished.

The Del Pilarian community’s energy rose to the highest level during the opening program of this year’s Intramurals as four Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) players from Meralco Bolts star – studded the said event last September 6 at the MHPNHS Gym.

Meralco Bolts players including Garvo Lanete, Anjo Caram, Joseph Sedurifa, and Baser Amer together with City of Malolos Mayor Christian Natividad highlighted this year’s intramurals.

“Hindi ko inexpect na magiging ganito ang opening ng Intrams… Ito yung simpleng bongga…” Rafael “Coach Paeng” Dionisio, Special Program in Sports (SPS) Coordinator said in an interview right after the opening program.

Students, teachers and coaches were amazed as the PBA stars came on stage and the program was stuck in vain for a while to take selfies and group photos with the guests.

Special Program in Journalism (SPJ) scribes and PBA enthusiasts – teachers and students -also got a chance to interview Baser Amer about their title campaign in the PBA.

“Kailangan lang namin magtulungan, magpractice ng magpractice sa training, tiwala sa isa’t isa at kailangan din makinig sa

coaches,” Amer stated when asked about their preparations for the upcoming PBA Governor’s Cup 2018.

Meanwhile, student athletes found the visit of the PBA stars very inspirating as they go to their respective games and matches.

“Mas lalong ginanahan yung mga tao. Naging inspirasyon namin yung pagdating ng mga PBA players para mas galingan naming lalo na ng magkaroon kami ng pagkakataon na makapagpapicture at makamayan sila,” Gio Tolentino, basketball player from SPJ/SPFL team said.

Before leaving the venue, Caram left a message to those aspiring young athletes, “Keep believing in yourself lang and hardwork lang and maniwala lang sa kakayahan.”

“Crowed booster yung team ko (Bulacan), kumbaga sa laro eh pampalakas ng loob , kaya siguro naramdaman yon ng Visayas na nakapagpababa ng kompiyansa nila,” coach Eddie Evangelista said after being asked on what seems to be their advantage against Visayas since they’ve already faced each other just the day before the finals.

Trailing behind an 8-0 run of Mandaue city early in the third set with 17 errors, Bulacan extracted an 8-1 run retaliation in the fourth set to built enough cushion on their way to victory.

“Most of the time naman ganun talaga, nagiging kampante yung players and then nawawala yung intensity. Kaya sinabi ko sa kanila ibalik natin yung laro natin para sa fourth set,” said coach Evangelista.

That’s when Katherine Santos of MHPNHS got her team into a fourth frame blazing start, and Bulacan just never let Mandaue City held them into sloppy game.

“Gusto naming bumawi kaso halos natambakan na talaga kami ng kalaban at di na kami masyado nakapag focus nung

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ng lugar na pinagdausan ng Milo, talagang mahihirapan sila,” said Florence Lastrollo.

The ability to perform at an optimum level is not the only thing affected. Even playing sports like baseball may seem easier. Because of the lower oxygen levels, the baseball collides with less air molecules, making it travel further.

Some studies also suggest that just living at high altitudes improves cardiovascular health, thanks to the lower oxygen level of the “thinner” air. Players can adjust but it is still not the same for those who originally train in Baguio City.

Sports should be held in places of lower altitudes so that all players can perform well. Some adjustments might occur for others but it would be smaller adjustments and would not greatly affect their performance compared to those who need to adjust in high places.

In the end, the action that will benefit the most number of people should be the one followed. Holding sports in places of lower altitude is the way to go for the players of the Philippines.

nung third set,” Santos said.

Trisha Ramos, Aeriyen Martin, and Pauline Icawalo also had their moments with five points apiece, while Aleya Enriquez is the tournament’s best libero who had her point in an over received.

On the other side, Bulacan Agilas basketball team captured the

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set tHe fire. clrAA badminton champion Mark Anthony bernal highlihgts the opening program of this year’s Junior intramurals.

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surprise visit. Meralco bolts superstars Anjo caram, Joseph Sedurifa, garvo lanete and baser Amer with the city of Malolos Mayor christian natividad inspire young del Pilarian athletes at the opening program of MhPnhS Junior intramurals last September 6. Photo by John edward gaspar.

upsetting defense An ohSP guard attacks inside the paint as they try to win anew the gold medal in the 2018 intramurals last September 18 at the MhPnhS gymnasium. Photo by Daniel labordo

With Santos in harness

ith little preparation and after all the hindrances while making it to Jakarta, Palembang, Indonesia of 2018 Asian Games, Gilas Pilipinas landed on the fifth place in the men’s basketball tournament.

12 HUMSS A crowned CDC Champs

Their month’s worth of preparation was guided by Kenneth Lanciola from Colegio de San Juan de Letran.

With the theme “Clash of the Strands,” students of Grade 12 HUMSS A (M.G. Pineda) emerged victorious among the rest of the Grade 12 sections in the cheerdance competition as part of the first ever Celolympics of the MHPNHS-Senior High School Department last October 25, Thursday.

The section stood out among the rest and stuck to their roots, boasting the concept of primitive humans, paying tribute to their strand’s focus on history and anthropology.

According to Ched Rick Gatchalian of 12 HUMSS M.G. Pineda, the difficulties they have encountered from balancing the preparation for the competition and the usual school work was worth it,

The first day of the Celolympics concluded with the said competition, with participant sections performing their cheerdance pieces with their own concept and providing their own costumes and props.

As part of the rules, deductions were granted to teams who stepped out of the performance area, using flammable materials, and violated routine restrictions such as the prohibition of pyramids, stunts, and lifting beyond second degree.

Moreover, 12 ABM A.T. Calalang and 12 STEM H.R. Reyes bagged the second and third places, respectively. Their awards were given, together with the winners of the rest of the sporting events during the Ginoo at Binibining Marcelo 2018 last October 26 at the school gymnasium.

Ain’t no storm strong enough

Inspite of all the triumph that she has achieved, she admitted that her skills and attitudes are not enough to become a very good athlete. She knew that there are more challenges to come and she will keep on improving herself on her chosen sports.

he may not want it at first, but it is all destined to be hers.

Amidst the whipping of air seen only in the wilderness and the vast noise of the rain, surrounding a dome in urban glistening in the sun yonder, no one would have thought that a beautiful young lady would conquer a great victory.

At the back of the history clenched by the island of Luzon lies the student-athlete honed by passion and purpose, Katherine Santos.

Behind Luzon’s victory against Visayas in Tapang at Malasakit National Cup happened on the 30th of October year 2018 is Katherine Santos’ gargantuan performance that led her to receive the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award of the tournament.

Of course, the winnings did not happen instantly.

Eight years ago, Santos was pleased by her friends to join the volleyball tryout for the volleyball team - a vital event that has changed her life.

Santos admitted that she wanted to try Taekwondo before but her friends pushed her to do volleyball instead.

Despite her initial hesitancy, she learned to love her sports, knew that she has grown and already found her potential in the field of volleyball more than taekwondo.

Also, Santos once said that during her elementary years, whe she was in Grade 4, she also passed a volleyball tryout and continue playing until today.

“Dont stop when you’re tired, stop when you’re done.” Santos quoted in an interview.

Since then, Santos has been into many battles and chased numbers of victory.

Santos bacame the MHPNHS’ Girls’ Volleyball Team (GVT) captain last year when their team snagged their third consecutive championship in the city meet. Being a leader opposed her shyness but she was able to overcome it and realized that together with her team, they can reap more sweet fruits of winnings.

She also joined different intertown tournaments but TMNC is her favorite.

“Sobrang hirap po kasi talaga manalo sa TMNC. Ang dami naming pinagdaanan, sa trainings palang halos di na kami makalakad ng maayos tapos paggising sobrang sakit ng katawan ko. Puro pasa pa kaya sobrang worth it po talaga,” she said.

This proves that in achieving our dreams, we must have to keep going. Just like the Filipinos facing the storm. We go through hardships, and we suffer a lot, but we must not stop. We can come up if we want. Just continue and strive hard because there’s always a way if we just want. And there we will remember Santos saying that, “Don’t stop when you’re tired, stop when you’re done.”

-Katherine Santos don’t stop when you’re tired, stop when you’re done. “

The Philippine team withdrew from the said event at first due to most of their players being suspended by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) disciplinary panel, the world governing body of FIBA for their involvement in the brawl against the Australia during the World Cup qualifying game last July 2 in the Philippine Arena.

However, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) decided to take back the decision, and the core of the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters together with PBA stars led by San Miguel’s Christian Standhardinger and Magnolia’s Paul Lee represented the Philippines in the Men’s Basketball Tournament.

The twelfth and final spot went to the Fil-Am guard Jordan Clarkson, who has given the last minute approval by the NBA. Clarkson led the Gilas against Syria with 29 points and his best output in Asian Games. With three wins in five matches, and nearly to beat the powerhouse teams China and South Korea was a tough game for them. Beating Japan and Syria in the classification phase earned the Philippines the fifth place behind Chinese Taipei, South Korea, Iran and eventual gold medalist China.

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who participated compared to this year.

“Sinabi ko kasi kay Coach na dapat i-lessen yung isasali. Kailangan mag training sila at makitang kailangan nilang mabreak yung dati nilang time, kung hindi, wag isasali. Pero since nachallenge talaga ni Coach yung mga athletes nya, kaya yon, mga winners talaga yung naisali,” Coach Paeng said.

This challenge from the coaches aspired the swimmers to show more of their dominance as well as to prove themselves that they deserved that coveting medal.

For now the swimming team are in break and will see action again on the upcoming City Meet on December.

Bernal, Dorega blitz foes, dig jewels in Batang Pinoy ‘18

Dishing another medal to the board, freshman Mark Anthony Bernal and Christine Q. Dorega raised the pride of Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High school (MHPNHS) as they took the spotlight to claim the gold and silver medal respectively on the annual Batang Pinoy Badminton Tournament.

Leading the men’s double under 13 event, Bernal teamed up with Christian Dorega who came from the Tikay Elementary School as they proudly represented Luzon in the national championship last Sept. 14-21 at Baguio City.

Bernal-Dorega duo leave a scar to their opponents clinching set victories in the event that kept them on the lead.

Though a beginner, the grade 7 from Special Program in Sports (SPS) successfully executed his strategic plays during the game that his coach, Rafael “Paeng” Dioniso had taught him as he snared the gold medal.

“Actually malaki ang improvement.

Nag mature kasi s’ya ngayon,” said coach Dionisio commending the fascinating performance of Bernal.

Meanwhile, Christine, the last year’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) had never failed to give MHPNHS an honor in badminton field.

In spite of the fact that she’s a timid girl, she always secure a spot in every year’s competition.

The grade 10 student gained another silver medal for her last stint in Batang Pinoy in woman’s single event.

“Nag-focus lang ako sa game para kahit papaano makuha ko pa rin yung silver.” Christine said.

The athletes met their expectations to grab a medal in Palarong Pambansa individually and as a team.

“Masaya po kasi sulit ang lahat ng hirap namin sa training,” Bernal said feeling relieve after the intensifying game.

Bernal will compete on the same event again next year while Dorega bids goodbye as she will be not able to play on the yearly Batang Pinoy due to her age.

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dominant prime. tapang at Malasakit national cup reigns Katherine Santos as the Most Valuable Player after an outstanding performance against Mandaue city in their final volleyball match held in the ynares Sports center. Photo by Psalmuelle Pascual.

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relentless offense Mark Anthony bernal and christine Dorega snagged the gold and silver medal respectively, in badminton singles event of batang Pinoy at baguio city last Spetember 14-21. Photo by Patricia camus.

battle of fleXibility 12 huMSS M.g. Pineda reigns the cheerdance competition as part of the celolympics: clash of the Strands last october 25. Photo by nerissa Paguiligan.

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Agilas soar Tapang at Malasakit stint, Santos hails MVP

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The stars were coming big at the biggest moments.

Bulacan Agilas volleyball and basketball team disputed separate foes in contrasting fashion to clinch the gold and silver medal respectively in the Tapang at Malasakit National Cup (TMNC) at the Ynares Sports Center in Pasig City last Oct. 30.

Starting out strong and getting solid contributions from Katherine Santos who showered with praise after guiding the Bulacan Agilas volleyball team to a breakthrough championship against the towering Mandaue City, 25-22, 25-18, 12-25, 25-21, wire-to-wire win that led her team to quench its thirst for their first crown in the TMNC.

The outside hitter was named as the Tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) following Bulacan’s sweep of the elimination round.

“Sobrang nakakaproud kasi sobrang dami ng pwedeng magrepresent ng Luzon sa national finals tapos kami pa yung napili na naging way para magchampion at maging MVP ako,” Santos said, reminiscing their Luzon leg championship that paved them along the way to TMNC triumph.

She had 14 points topping a consecutive drop shot and through the block attack in the clutch to boost Bulacan’s bid for the title.

More than the MVP award, Santos relished the TMNC crown - a first for Bulacan and her first as a senior player since teaming up with star players on different schools in Malolos City.

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Syempre mas mahalaga yung pagkapanalo namin kasi dun masaya yung team,” Santos said. “Siguro bonus nalang yung pagkapanalo ko

Delpi tankers tow medleys

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Even a nightmare can’t stop them now.

The swimming team of Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High School (MHPNHS) snares two gold, two silver, and a bronze medal to snag the elusive championship title and gave justice to the last year’s controversial result of their campaign in the 31st Milo Little Olympics North and Central Luzon (MLO-NCL) leg slated September 7-9 at the Baguio City.

The team stymied the wards of their foes and racked up a golden double settled in the 4x50 m medley relay and

Athletics team snags first triumph in Milo

After buckets of tears and pains, athletes dug deep and slowly kept their way near from the cellar to secured their first victory after delivering the a silver and two bronze medals, improving their performance in the 31st Milo Little Olympics North and Central Luzon (MLO-NCL) leg in Baguio City last Sept. 7-9.

The team found themselves fighting for their dear life in the competition, letting all their power to cop a silver medal for the women’s 4x400 m run and sealed a broze medal in the 4x500 m run.

Coach Eugene Caluag and Special Program in Sports (SPS) coordinator Rafael Dionisio also seen the sudden breakthrough of their athletes who were giving their very best to notch that elusive medal.

“Para sakin, maganda yung naging improvements,” Coach Eugene Caluag

Athletes vowed to let their performance do the talking and toning down their promises for redemption coming from a loss in last year’s athletics events.

Keithleen Hershey Morato from grade 10- Special Program in Sports (SPS) led the success after capturing the bronze medals at the 100 meter run with 13.61 seconds and 28.87 seconds at the 200 meter race.

Along with Morato, the team composed with SPS athletes, Mawie Joy Camua from grade 8, Diana Rose M. Faustino of from grade 10 and Hazel Inosanto from grade 9, raised their victory.

Morato took the sixth place in the 400 meters with 1:09:087 and Inosante also took the sixth place in the 400 meter hurdles.

The players said that their victory is unexpected and that they took inspiration from their coach.

“Inspiration namin yung family, friends and si coach,” they said.

Coach Rafael “Paeng” Dionisio, Marcelo’s sports coordinator, said that the athletes were challenged.

“Nakita ko yung pagpupursige nila, talagang pinaghandaan nila yon,” Coach Paeng added.

freestyle relay to capture their first ever championship after a nearly seal of gold last year if Florence Lastrollo didn’t follow the Olongapo City National High School (OCNHS) swimmer in getting out of the water before their match broke that wrapped them up to a silver medal.

According to coach Joseph Armin Antonio, the players served their clubs as their training ground before the MLO-NCL to master their strenghts and speeds.

“Malaki naitulong ng mga clubs sa amin,” Coach Joseph Armin Antonio said.

Along with De Guia, Santos and Enriquez, the athletes from the Special Program in Journalism (SPJ) grade eight, Florence Anne Lastrollo participated in the freestyle relay while Karylle Adriano completed the team for the medley relay.

Coach Rafael “Paeng” Dionisio, sports coordinator of MHPNHS, said that Coach Antonio really trained the swimmers and prepared them for this competition. He also added that last year, there were more swimmers

Jessiereighn De Guia also from Grade 8 Special Program in Sports (SPS) nipped the silver medal in the 800 meter freestyle while Rhea Celestine Santos bagged the bronze medal. The sophomore Mijo Enriquez also pocketed the silver in the 200 m Individual Medley (IM).

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after competing in the tapang at Malasakit national cup (tMnc) held at

ynares Sports center in Pasig city last october 30. bulacan Volleyball outscores Mandaue city while the basketball team as the silver medalists. Photo by Psalmuelle Pascual.

dasH to tHe triumpH. Mawie Joy camua runs to seek the elusive silver medal in the 4x400 meter run athletics event of the 31st Milo little olympics held at baguio city last September 7-9. Photo by Patricia camus.

underWater victory florence lastrollo grab 1 out of 2 medals for MhPnhS in swimming event during the Milo little olympics held at baguio city last September 7-9. lastrollo won the gold medal in freestyle relay. Photo by Psalmuelle Pascual.

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