of DRRM practices alerts AlSci, calls the need for more comprehensive disaster preparations

How many AlSci students suffer from lack of sleep?

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the value of recognizing the importance of Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM) and acknowledging the lack of an active school-based rescuer team, Alabel National Science High School (AlSci) appealed for more DRRM preparation enhancement programs in its community.

Apart from disaster risk reduction and preparedness, and guaranteeing safety and preparation among schools in the Philippines, the job of DRRM goes beyond what many people believe, as they are not only responsible for assessing and reducing threats but also for developing and maintaining educational resilience in the face of such risks.

RCY to the rescue

In addition to this, the school’s Senior Red Cross Youth (RCY) Council also plays a vital role in DRRM through volunteerism and humanitarianism, accorded with the calling for action of this concern seeing that DRRM is linked to the grounds of the said club.

“As an RCY member, I think there should be more DRRM enhancement programs in AlSci. Although our club is only focused on teaching first aid and basic what-to-dos during emergencies, we should also improve DRRR education among students until we are much more hands-on in every emergency that may occur. Additionally, I think recruiting more rescuers is also necessary,” said Faith Santarin, Vice President of the RCY.

To more DRRM practices

Furthermore, Jasper Santos, the DRRM Coordinator of AlSci talked about the importance of carrying out drills with sincerity among students because he believes that calamities like earthquakes should not be taken lightly.

“Kapag may drill, practice makes perfect. Hindi siya sabi na lang laro-laro lang kasi atleast kung mayroon mang mangyari, prepared tayo. Kung meron mang mangyari, alam na nating lahat kung ano ang dapat gagawin. Yan yung purpose ng drill,” he stressed. Besides, he also spoke about the need for implementing Student-Led School Watching teams in the school who would be assigned to respond to emergencies or lead the students to disaster preparedness not only for nature-made calamities but also for man-made ones. in this section

“Pinaplano namin ngayon ang magsagawa ng watching teams na led by students themselves. In case of emergencies, sila yung nakahanda para rumesponde. Importante na bigyan natin ‘yan ng diin para kahit na umalis ang mga older batch, may susunod sa kanila. Aside from that, isa rin sa mga pinaplano namin ngayon ay ang pagkukumpleto ng equipments for DRRM in AlSci,” he stated.

In a survey conducted on March 14, 2023, among the students of Alabel National Science High School (AlSci), it was found that a majority of the students had been grappling with sleep deprivation, leading to a range of adverse effects on their daily lives. Out of the 20 AlSci students surveyed, 15 reported experiencing sleep deprivation, causing them to endure numerous sleepless and tiring nights.

The causes of sleep deprivation among the students were multifaceted. The demands of academic life, including the burden of schoolwork and assignments, often contributed to their inability to get sufficient rest.

Ready, Set, Duck!

Eliza Gulle, Grade 11 student takes part in National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill on March 9, 2023. The recent earthquake drill’s success serves as proof of the value of being prepared for emergencies.

The consequences of sleep deprivation were evident among the students who participated in the survey. Fatigue and exhaustion were prevalent, making it difficult for them to concentrate and perform at their best during school hours. Headaches and drowsiness became common occurrences, hampering their ability to fully engage in classroom activities. Some students even confessed to falling asleep during lectures, which hindered their learning experience and impacted their academic progress.

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