Game Changer: Husay Rizal and Hyflex Triumphs

Percy Lapid is a name with much renown today. A synecdoche of the unjust killings of journalists. On the night of November 3rd, 2022, he was shot dead by hired gunman paid to kill him. To many, he was a staunch critic of the government, but now, his name sparks conversations about the dangers of being vocal against government officials. The deed that had struck him down now strikes fear in aspiring journalists.

Lapid’s death is not the only catalyst of fear among those in the broadcasting industry. Filipinos will never forget the Maguindanao Massacre of 2009 or the Ampatuan Massacre. There were 58 people killed; 32 out of 58 were journalists and media workers. Until now, the perpetrators and suspects remain at large, and justice is far at reach. Not to mention the countless other deaths related to politics, like activist killings - journalists being the center of attention of any information dissemination allows radical threats.

The truth is that journalists

have been on the receiving end of many unjustified acts of violence simply because of their duty; to speak and share unbiased and truthful news. It always comes at a cost as malicious intent continues its deep-rooted desire to silence the voices of those in fields. Then, what about us? What about students like us who work on publications and advocate the truth through this material you are reading? What is the future of our dream and passion?

According to the Press Freedom Index of Reporters Without Borders (2022), also known as RSF, the Philippines is ranked 147th out of 180 countries in Journalism Safety. Filipino journalists are constantly targeted by threats, while the government is inadequately stemming the dangers. It is without a doubt that these actions have stirred potential news broadcasters and journalists to take a different path. Historically during Martial Law, the freedom of the press was tightly controlled but was reinstated after it. Journalists were able to perform their duties but with the fact that they might lose their lives.

There is more to the current perception of Filipino journalism safety than the murders. RSF has also deemed Filipino journalists at risk due to genderrelated threats and lack of government support. With the uncertainty surrounding such a profession, it is wise for Filipinos to avoid journalism entirely as an option in their college career paths. Yet, journalists play a crucial role

in society. If this role remains vacant in the years to come, it can spark a surfeit of social issues and prejudice.

Dangerous as the profession may be, it is still a coveted opportunity for others to advocate change - a better chance. Making a journalistsafe country is an admirable goal, but the consequences of that decision – though subtle – are far heavier than any person can expect.

In a country that needs change, many students now rise to challenge the dangers of journalism, and with this influx, the government must accelerate in approving bills that secure better safety for those who risk their lives every day to deliver truths. It may not be enough to quell the bubbling fear of aspiring journalists, but it is a leap in redirecting to the goal.

Another idea to keep improving journalists’ safety is to develop transparency within the government internally. Fear comes out of the unexpected, which is why it is better to add truthfulness and honesty to an organization under constant scrutiny by the masses. With better compromise and close and transparent communication between both parties, a drastic increase in trust is most likely.

Regardless of solutions and problem-solving, it may not be enough to subdue the uncertainty brought about by journalists’ suspicious deaths and disappearances. An assumption that they are coincidences is not enough

reason to justify the silencing of prominent figures. What could be considered as a target is to prioritize every organization involved.

Accompanied by the public’s perception that becoming a journalist equals becoming an activist, it has created this image that this career is equivalent to putting your life on the edge of the line. Lack of safety in this regard discourages journalists who pursue neutrality above all else – a trait most needed today to prevent biased information from disseminating.

There is no such thing as a “truly safe” journalist. Every piece of journalistic material will always be held at gunpoint by the public. Nevertheless, publishing the truth is the main objective of such a risky job – one that many pursue even after weighing the cost.

It takes perseverance to achieve success; it is a motto we all take into heart. We dream and pursue what could be a brighter future, not only for the achievements and experiences it can entail but also for the added benefit of security. People work and study hard for their future and dreams, but how about others pursuing a future laced with danger? Journalists are those so-called “others.”

When persecuted because of the nature of the job, is this called injustice or sworn duty? Are killed journalists victims or heroes? Should we take the road they had chosen?

More of a changed and twisted plot?

Inaccurate revisions change history.

Michenela Grace Estrada CONTRIBUTOR

Maria Clara at Ibarra is a reimagination of Noli Me Tangere but with a modern twist from the concepts of GMA Senior Vice President Annette Gozon-Valdes, RJ Nuevas, and Suzette Doctolero and directed by Zig Dulay. Suzette Doctolero and J-mee Katanyag, head writers, created a character from the modern world, Maria Clara Infantes, a Gen-Z teenager also known as Klay, and made that character transmigrate to the novel. She tried to change the tragic fates of some original characters from the book but failed, like Sisa and her sons.

Modern twists, comedy, and changes are the elements that attract Gen-Z

Maria Clara at Ibarra has been making headlines in the Social Media world since it aired on GMA Network. Some people find novels boring (Critic, 2022), so what made this reimagining of Jose Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere wellliked among Filipino viewers? Why does everyone watch the show? Did they change the plot of the story, or did they add some modern twist for the Gen-Z viewers?

to watch the show. They can relate to Klay’s modern understanding of the novel. They also connect the social issues that happened in the Spanish Era to the current situation of the Philippines - the significance of reminiscing history, patriotism, and the power of love. Give farewell to days of mistresses, third parties, rags to riches, and sibling rivalries. The audience loves how Klay added some comedy to some serious events. In addition, they now want a different buzz from what they usually see on Philippine Television.

On the other hand, a muddle in the show changed some significant events in the novel and confused its fans. One prime example is the dreadful

death of Elias in Noli Me Tangere. Klay, as a nurse, managed to save Elias in the teleseries. The youth nowadays are literal viewers and pragmatic thinkers (TAECF, 2023.) Despite the disclaimers, the young audience might see events in the show as the truth. These people misunderstand the novel if they no longer verify events by doing some research which may lead to misinformation - Maria Clara at Ibarra as the truth and not the Noli Me Tangere.

Several historical adaptations wowed the Filipino audience. Cesar Montano’s portrayal of Jose Rizal in 1998 by Marilou Diaz Abaya sparked the country’s continuous development of

better historical retelling of stories. By far, the Philippines produced similar megahit movies such as Bonifacio, the life of Andres Bonifacio and the Philippine Revolution, El Presidente, about the life of Emilio Aguinaldo as the first president of the Philippines, Heneral Luna, the greatest general during the Philippines Revolution, and Goyo the epic war drama of the boy general. People relished and learned history by watching these movies with little to no change in the events guided by the country’s prominent historians.

As a request, can Filipino make more historical adaptations with a twist without inaccuracies in the actual events?

K12 Graduates in the JOB-OPPORTUNITY World

Asliah Gubat ASSOCIATE EDITOR

If authority ignores the skills of graduates, it will fade as time flies, and blame no one but the system alone.

Job opportunities for K to12 senior high school and college graduates are a giant brick wall of unreached expectations and false hope. It is the reality that the country is currently facing. At the recent Philippine Business Conference, Education Secretary and Vice President Sara Duterte addressed the job opportunity for K to12 graduates. She said they are now working on making senior high school graduates skill-ready for job-opportunity in the corporate world. Do SHS students need to finish college to get a job, or the corporate world must lower their qualifications and requirements?

To produce graduates with equipped skills, values, and competencies that will enable them to accelerate their contribution to national development is one of the objectives of the

In the vast network of options available today, people are not limited to the different fields and expertise, especially in terms of looking for a job. However, there is a process. Everyone steps up in their chosen career after finishing the educational phase, particularly as fresh graduates. For an adult proverb, “life begins at forty,” but in the academe, “reality starts after graduation.” To put it into words, it is the feeling of coming out of your cocoon only to face the reality of the lackingness after preparing for so long.

K to 12 program. With this, students will be able to obtain qualifications to enter the job opportunity world with their preferred career path; it can be the start of gaining experience in job performance. However, the majority of job companies still show barriers when it comes to their qualifications of employees. Job hirings are not ready to hire K to 12 graduates saying that senior high school graduates, for instance, have poor readiness and experience with the job. Compared to other countries that fully adopted and developed the curriculum and hired K to 12 graduates for business jobs that require the minimum qualifications for senior high school graduates, it seems that the business sector of the Philippines is attached to the “diploma mentality” in terms of hir-

ing employees.

Diploma mentality is a decade of cultural perception of Filipino families seeing college diplomas as proof of a student graduate’s capability and skills to enter the job hiring. The credibility of the four-year study became the main requirement for job hiring that eliminates the objectives of K to12 schooling and its vocational training from schools. Cultural perception affects the employment opportunities of K to12 graduates due to the lack of qualifications.

One of the steps that the Department of Education should prioritize is to enhance the education system of K to 12 programs that connect education to work and encourage business sectors for the reliability

and development of the education program, regardless of whether s/ he is a senior high school or college graduate. It is an assurance that employment opportunities are not based on their years of school credibility. The current objectives of the K to12 program do not cover past graduates due to restrictions on the job qualifications of most job hiring.

Opportunities for the job-hiring world are a significant part of the economy with the increase in the employment rate for hiring K-12 graduates. This important factor should be considered, as this will benefit current issues that the country is facing, especially in higher education - to pursue college or to get a job after senior high school.

Excited? Students’ anxiety despite the Face-to-face they longed for.

There will always be two sides to a coin.

After two years of distance learning, students slowly return to the old-normal class setting. The class setting they used to grow up in and the traditional setup they were familiar with is now back. Many students have been waiting for this moment to arrive. Online learners missed the four-cornered room, the campus, and their classmates. They make sure they have every material needed; school supplies, uniforms, shoes, and socks, but then suddenly, now that the chance for the face-to-face setup, students are hesitant to come back to the moment they longed for.

President Bongbong Marcos announced that face-to-face learning is possible for the academic year 2022-2023. It raised eyebrows and popped different reactions and opinions. Some parents were worried for their children’s safety. They choose online learning rather than sacrifice their children’s sake. Parents’ decisions are in two, as long as there are still cases of the Coronavirus. It is better to be safe in the comfort of their homes. Some even felt that the reopening of schools was too sudden and that the country was unprepared. However, others were encouraged by the idea that their kids’ return to the old normal is okay than being inside for two years stuck with screens and with fewer social interactions. They are willing to let their kids experience

the joy they once felt as long as everyone follows the proper health protocols. Not only do parents have their opinions in this situation, but students also have dilemmas. Many make fun of the situation as a coping mechanism, while others take it as a challenge. Memes scattered on Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok, but behind those memes were others’ silent cries and worries.

There are a lot of risks and problems with the return of physical classes; the spread of the virus, fees for school materials, travel fare, allowance, and the well-being of students. Young children who might have started school during distance learning might have a higher chance of having separation anxiety (Miller & Louie, 2021). Teens and young adults

Pulling the Strings

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who were outgoing before might have gaps in their social skills, what more for those who are reserved. Some students are still in grief for their lost loved ones due to the virus or during the pandemic, and others are not as confident or satisfied with what they learned during online classes and might feel like they are left behind compared to the rest of the grade. In other words, many experience re-entry anxiety or anxiety from the stress of life returning to normal (Thompson, 2022).

Nevertheless, there are still benefits. The economy may increase due to the return of physical classes. Parents will have more time for themselves and their careers. Students will surely learn and keep up with the lessons because in the UNICEF-SWS survey

last May 2021, 84% of the parents observed that, despite spending more time guiding their children, they were still learning less in distance learning than in traditional in-person learning. There are two sides to a coin; one is the head, while the other is the tail. It is upon which side you will look. The transition from online to personal is hard, but it is harder to stay in one system that is nowhere to lead, especially once people have gotten used to it. The only way is to know the right path and be ready for whatever challenges may come. Fortunately, this situation is not bad as everyone thought. Schools are moving forward, continually adapting, and coming up with new strategies, and the nation is slowly advancing and progressing like the rest of the world. So, see you then on campus!

Covid 19-virus still exists though more people are going to work, students are back to school, and more businesses and establishments are now open. People must be aware that this virus may attack them anytime and anywhere.

Wearing a face mask is just a simple contribution to health protocol, but it is indeed an extensive protection not only for ourselves but also for our friends and loved ones.

At first, Filipinos are uncomfortable using it as they couldn’t speak and breathe much, but after two years of being in it, it is considered “normal” for us. Hoarding it last year peaked at a dozen for panic buyers and such sellers.

At the height of the pandemic, wearing a face mask is of great help to prevent the spread of the virusWorld Health Organization (WHO). Thus it is still necessary to wear it even if we are now in the third year of this post-pandemic, a decrease in pandemic surveillance due to a

decrease in the pandemic outbreak

- Dr. Homer Yabut.

Restrictions were lessened, and sectors like the Department of Education (DepEd) initiated and explained the areas of schools that were guided to wear facemasks or to free them to take off. This is similar with Jose Rizal University which issued the Memorandum Order No.2022-23, Revised Protocols on Wearing of Face Masks and Entry into the Campus.

First is the Voluntary Wearing of Face masks in open and non-crowded outdoor areas with good ventilation shall be allowed. Face masks may be removed in the following instances; eating and drinking in designated areas; participating in teams and

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individual sports in venues with sustained ventilation; practicing outdoor activities with physical distancing.

Second is the Compulsory Wearing of Face Masks in the following situations; indoor or enclosed areas like classrooms, libraries, laboratories, offices, bookstores, clinics, elevators, and canteens or dining areas (except when eating); outdoor spaces without physical distancing. These include but are not limited to crowded places like assemblies in the quadrangle, gymnasium, and closecontact settings like conversing in corridors, stairs, and lounges.

And also, submission of the health checklist shall no longer be required, but body temperature scanning

shall be compulsory for everyone upon entry. Visitors will be required to accomplish the Visitor’s Pass and submit it at the Information desk upon exit.

The two specified words to remember are voluntary and compulsory. Well, it is an act of accountability for one’s health. Because the Covid-19 virus is transferrable, setting the bar high for the possible consequences health organizations reiterate. Protect one another. Think first before you pull the strings to be sure.

“We all make choices, but in the end, our choices make us.” - Ken Levine. Think wiser for the future of everyone. Rizalian, be an instrument to put the pandemic to an end.

Is the momentary freedom, worth of the constant backlogs…

JRU Library Book Talk Showdown 2022: SHS Students Duke It Out!

In collaboration with the Languages and Social Sciences Department, the José Rizal University (JRU) Library held a Book Talk Showdown Senior High School Level to showcase Rizalians’ passion for reading books and e-books last December 7 at the JRU Auditorium.

Dr. Rufo D. De Leon, a faculty of the College of Education, Arts, and Sciences, was the chair of the board of judges with his members Ms. Rovelyn A. Arcilla, Chair of the JHS English Department and Mr.JohnLorence Villamin, a microbiologist and general chemistry college instructor.

The Book Talk Showdown Champion, Mr. Jhersey James Gamboa from M11C, highlighted the work of Paul Erdman’s Zero Coupon. He also

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featured and recommended the book to those interested in finance. “An entire financial book turned into a novel,” he added.

Victoria Alaine C. Bertiz of M12P, the first runner-up, introduced the world of finance and its aspects in the book Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter.

And the second runner-up, Athalia Glynnis G. Montalvo of H12P, brought the audience to the realm of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. She presented an overlook of the past versions of the book turned into movies.

Mr. Ian Carl C. Atayan from D12A shared that dreams may come to reality with his discussion on Art Matters by Neil Gaima. He showcased the artistry of reading and imagining beyond the horizon.

The Hanged Man’s Song by John

Sanford gave the audience a chilling and thrilling feeling as Jana P. Geronimo, an M11C student, told the story with emotions.

Each member of judges posed

questions to the contestants in the Question and Answer Portion.

The announcement and awarding of winners concluded the program.

Researchers’ Club Uncovers the Ethics of Researching with “Talking Data”

To embark on the essence of the ethical practices in literature review and data collection of research, the Researchers’ Club held their first research webinar Talking Data: Understanding the Ethical Practice of Literature Review and Data Collection last October 22 via Zoom.

As a researcher, Kwin Juliana Romana, E12P, told her experiences from her previous academic years. She explained the flow and structure of each part of a research paper.

Afterwards, the first speaker, Mrs. Brenfel Hajan, a research coordinator at San Lorenzo Ruiz Senior High School from Pasig, discussed the significance of literature review and its

primary role in a research paper. She emphasized that researchers should go beyond the prints of the text in academic papers. Mrs. Hajan further demonstrated ways to locate credible sources online through research engines, particularly Google Scholar. She also taught the proper citations and made a point, “We should not forget that we are getting information, and for it to be credible, we need to have the lawyers of our paper, and that would be the RRLs and authors in your research study.”

The second speaker discussed the ethics of data collection, Mr. Darren Rey Javier, an educator at Baras-Pinugay Integrated High School from Rizal. He explained the basics of data collection in the post-pandemic era. He also explained the measures to

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take before, during, and after data collection, emphasizing the liberty of participation, the proper recording of data, and the confidentiality of identities.

“Accept and respect the results of the study,” Mr. Javier affirmed to stimulate awareness regarding academic fraud. He elaborated that during the communication of results, everything in the paper should be accurate.

Students from several Senior High schools in Pasig, Rizal, and Sulu filled the virtual room.

An open forum was initiated to provide an avenue for Grade 11 and Grade 12 students to express their inquiries and clarifications about the presentations.

Book Talk Showdown Winners JRU Library FB Page

JRU and PNP Educate Rizalians on Drug Awareness

SHSC Guides Rizalians to Academic Success

By Angelique S. Tomilloso

To provide guidance and advice to improve study habits, the Senior High School Student Council (SHSC) held a webinar last November 12 titled Developing Good Study Habits: The Key to Academic Success via Zoom.

The resource speaker, Mrs. Hiromi Lascano, encouraged the students to approach teachers, counselors, and the office if they needed help or assistance in their academic or non-academic activities. She emphasized the importance of developing study habits starting at a young age.

“Start now, don’t wait,” she emphasized, as a reminder to stop procrastination to avoid piles of workloads. Therefore, start the task right away.

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Officials from Brgy. Pag-asa Police Station 1 and Brgy. Daang Bakal partnered with the José Rizal University Basic Education to launch a series of Hyflex seminars to raise drug awareness among elementary and high school students with the theme, Project READY: Resistance Education Against Drugs for the Youth last November 25 at the JRU Auditorium and via Zoom.

PCpl. Ariel Datul of Brgy. Pag-asa Police Station 1 was the guest speaker for the two sessions and was accompanied by Brgy. Cpt. Richard Bassig of Daang Bakal, as well as other individuals from the police station, for the open

forum segment of the event.

PCpl. Datul explained the kinds of drugs and their effects on the person and other external circumstances through images and videos to the audience.

Moreover, he also informed Rizalians of ways to prevent drug abuse and other modus operandi that drug pushers and criminals may use to harm students.

Despite the intesity of the topic’s discussion, PCpl. Datul kept the seminar light-hearted by frequently interacting with the students. He asked them various questions related to the topic and encouraged them to ask questions too.

Mrs. Grace Marie Martin, the Junior High School (JHS)

Principal, led the welcome remarks from the elementary session. And Mr. Wilson Mones, Community Development Coordinator, and PEH and Sports Department Chair of the Senior High School (SHS) division, represented the SHS Division, asking students to take to heart the discussions and topics of the seminar.

The first session was held at 8:30 AM with elementary and junior high school students, while the second seminar was at 10:30 AM with SHS students from the HG and TechVoc strands.

A Zoom meeting was held for the 10:30 AM session with 133 participants from STEM and ABM.

She also mentioned that celebrating small achievements is okay - whether it may be a finished activity or without pending tasks for a week, this simple way is also a student’s rest.

Throughout the session, she provided helpful tips and inspirational words for students to maintain a productive studying routine. She highlighted managing time efficiently by laying out a plan and removing distractions.

The webinar ended with accomplishing its objectivesuncovering the significance of establishing good study habits.

Drug Awareness Seminar

The Scribe Photojounalist Sophia Sargado & Gavin Yanes

Developing Good Study Habits Seminar Screenshot taken during the Zoom Meeting

JRU Kicks Off New School Year with Frosh Day ‘22-’23

By Joshua Rieson Sorreda

To welcome Rizalians back for School Year 2022-2023 in the newly implemented HyFlex setup, José Rizal University commenced Frosh Day on August 15, live at the JRU Quadrangle and streamed on the university’s official Facebook page.

Dr. Vicente K. Fabella, University President, welcomed the Rizalian community to a new school year as he graced the event with his presence and uplifted the spirits to find the inner hero within themselves.

Epitomizing the #HusayRizal tagline, the JRU Drummers, Teatro Rizal, and JRU Pep Squad showcased their skills

and talents through their performances.

There were activities and games for the Rizalians and university shirts, stickers, and many more as freebies.

Furthermore, GMA Network artists Mikee Quintos and Dave Bornea made a special appearance to hype the audience and to welcome the new school year.

After conducting two school years in the online setup due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which halted the annual event, JRU commenced the event on campus with the physical presence of the Rizalian community. It has been three years since the last Frosh Day was held at the JRU Quadrangle with a live audience.

Tour Guiding Club Keys In Effective Time Management Tips and Productivity Hacks

To bring insight and understanding of effective time management and productivity to the students of José Rizal University, the Tour Guiding (TG) Club held a webinar, Your Key to Success: Time Management and Productivity Hack last October 20 at the JRU Auditorium and live through Zoom.

Ms. Airah Murielle Antonio, the resource speaker for the event, imparted valuable tips on managing time wisely and building habits productively. She stressed how good habits are small steps that build character and act as stepping stones to self-improvement.

“Embody the kind of person you want to become,” she advised before emphasizing

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the four laws of James Clear, Atomic Habits: Make it obvious; Make it attractive; Make it easy; and Make it satisfying.

She also shared her personal journey and experiences that reshaped herself and her mental health with self-discipline which makes them a significant factor in aligning it with managing time and habits.

JRU Frosh Day

The Scribe Photojournalist S. Sargado

Tour Guiding Club Webinar The Scribe Photojournalist Margarita Ysabel Trinidad

JRU SHS Welcomes New Student Officers in the First Hyflex Mass Induction

By Genesis Sam Cuevas

José Rizal University

Senior High School division (JRU SHS) held its annual Mass Induction in a first-ever Hyflex setup at the JRU Auditorium and via Zoom last September 9 to congratulate and officially induct the academic year’s new batch of student leaders and club officers.

Due to its nature, the event was held simultaneously onsite and via Zoom as the first event for the newlyimplemented Hyflex learning modality.

Significant figures of the JRU SHS administration were present to induct the newly-appointed officers, led by Mr. Romel Navarro, the principal of the SHS Division. He officiated the oath-taking.

Several clubs were present onsite and in Zoom - the Senior High School Council (SHSC), The Scribe, The Blue and Gold Seniors (TBGS), STEM, ABM, and HG Club, AnimaCSS Cybercrew, Harmoniya Club, MAKAMIT, and MAPANSIN Club, Indayog Sa Ritmo, Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP), WeCare and CLAYGO Club, Researcher’s Club, and Rizalian Valors Club.

Mrs. Hiromi Lascano, Student Discipline and Student Affairs coordinator, congratulated the student leaders and motivated them to uphold their new positions.

Before the start of the oath-taking, an intermission from a Harmoniya member, Phil Corocoto, livened up the audience with his guitar performance.

SHSC Prepares Ready-to-Serve Rizalian Leaders

By: Adrienne Riel Cruz

STORIES. WRITE LEGACIES.

Rizalian leaders took center stage as they assembled in the JRU Auditorium and via Zoom last September 17 for the annual Rizalian Leaders’ Congress hosted by the Senior High Student Council (SHSC).

During the morning session, the SHSC invited two guest speakers to elaborate

on the concepts of leadership and empower student leaders to serve beyond the description of their position: Ms. Roxanne Japzon, SHS faculty and professional communicator, to ponder their purpose of leading.

Ms. Japzon emphasized that leaders do not measure their excellence through power but by the quality of their conviction in the goals that they set in their organization.

Afterward, Ms. Tiffany Keith Ragas took the floor and shared her ventures of becoming a leader during the height of the pandemic until now.

“Manilbihan at lumaban,” she advocated as she instilled the idea that student leaders have the power and voice to serve the whole community, not just in the academe.

By the end of her talk, she showed a video message from the former Vice President of the Philippines, Leni Robredo, showing her support to the leaders of the

future.

Raphael Jourvy Gavino, the SHSC President, highlighted that student leader should trust their capabilities, have that burning passion, and empower others.

Afterwards, the afternoon session housed two activities, Hep - Hep Hooray and a variation of Mafia Game, to practice the leadership and strategic skills, as well as the teamwork of the leaders.

After all the fun and games, the respective clubs took the opportunity to present their club projects and agenda for the academic year.

Despite the HyFlex setup, student leaders collaborated and learned from one another as they shared the spirit of courage and capability to lead and serve the Rizalian community.

The event encouraged Rizalian leaders to exhibit their leadership skills and become progressive leaders beyond the academe.

Hyflex Mass Induction

The Scribe Photojournalist S. Sargado

Rizalians Leaders’ Congress The Scribe Photojournalist M.Y. Trinidad

Rizalians Search for the Phantom in Liberal Arts’ Scavenger Hunt

By Princess Janneah Matta

The College’s Liberal Arts Students Organization (LASO) in partnership with SHS’s Languages and Social Sciences Department and in celebration of English Week, invited Senior High School and College students to a game Scavenger Hunt held on JRU Campus with the theme, Phantom of JRU: Who Are You? last November 23.

The goal of the game was to look for the real Phantom. Invitations were limited to senior high school and first to third-year college students. Based on the last clue, the Phantom reveals Mclain at one of the two performance stages on campus, either leading to a Good (centennial hall) or a Bad Ending (auditorium).

The Good Ending winners were Group 1 (101LM) John Christian Almazan, Cindy Lumagbas, and Katrina Saligue; Group 4 (101LM) Vin Brian Altura, Lawrence

Angeles, Jake Fabon, Rey John Nablo, and Louise Orilla; Group 5 (101P) Daniel Dantes, Jewel Frances Micabalo, and Chrisine Minay; Group 12 (D12A) Angelika Rose Cruz, Dave Matthew Rodriguez, Juliana Claire Samson, and Jethro Emerson Selorio; and Group 13 (E11E) D’artagnan Philippe Barcelon, Sean Lomboy, Benzy Josef Macaraan, and Ken Lloyd Villaruel. Prizes were loot bags per group, grade merit, and photobooth pictures.

The Bad Ending winners

were Group 2 (102A) Jasmine Madriaga, John Paul Regencia, and Altrix Tanguilan; Group 3 (101LM) Corbin John Balandra, Jaime Enrico Estrada, Mark Charles Macalintal, Kiara Juliane Necesito, and Alexandra Panganiban; Group 6 (E11B) Abigail Denise Natividad; Group 7 (E11B) Lawrence Giles Garcia, Adriane Mitchel Marteja, and Jillian Princess Viola; lastly, Group 8 (101B) Hesh Vann Gabrielle De Romania. Prizes were book novels donated by members of the LASO.

Rox Naval @ 2nd Book Author Visit

By Joshua Rieson Sorreda “

If you have a passion, just go for it.” Simple yet meaningful words of the young author, Rox Naval, at the second book author visit, held on October 21, live at the Learning Commons of the JRU Centennial Building, and streamed live on the JRU official FB page.

Encouraging students to read and inspiring them to write a book, Naval, an author at her youth, used her words to ignite the passion of the JRU community.

The young author told her journey as she made her second book, Hear Me Out. She expressed how difficult yet

fulfilling it was to complete the book and how significant it was for her to integrate herself and her own experiences as a central piece in the story.

She also emphasized the importance of pursuing one’s dream and passion. Moreover, Naval shared how reading and writing helped her discover her love for the art of literature, and she used her skills as an instrument to convey her thoughts and express her feelings that words of mouth cannot tell.

The young author had a book signing for the audience present in the activity, showing gratitude toward them. She also gave freebies and discounts at the delight of those in the event.

LASO Events

The Scribe Photojournalist S. Sargado

English Week 2022: Nurtured with Literature

By Maria Paemma Medina & Sabrina Aiko Mari Santos

A“Husay Rizal” once more, as Senior High School students showcased their enriched skills and talents through the beauty of literature. It was indeed a successful event for the Languages and Social Sciences Department of JRU SHS Division in celebrating its annual English Week at the JRU Quadrangle on November 29, 2022, with the theme, Enriching Rizalians Skills and Talents Through the Beauty of Literature.

There were two prejudged competitions; Radio Storytelling and On-The-Spot Essay Writing. Speech Choir and Public Speaking Manuscript. Competitions were for the culminating program. The judges for culminating were Mrs. Rovelyn A. Arcilla, Chair, English Department, JHS; Mrs. Lorenza A. De Guzman, Chair, College of Education; and Mr. Mikhail Locsin, President, Liberal Arts Students Organization.

The winners of the prejudged competitions were first announced during the program. Mr. Romel Navarro, the principal with Mrs. Carissa Enteria, Chair, LSS Department, and Mr. Locsin, awarded the winners for

the On-the-spot Essay Writing. For Grade 11, Asliah Gubat, D11B, second runner-up; Lance Lester Givanim, D11A, first runner-up; and Dave Justine Desilos, H11C, the champion. For Grade 12, Julian Clarenze Abrensosa, E12D, second runner-up; Hannah Therese Soltiano, E12G, first runner-up; and Zyrkyx Depante, D12A, the champion. For the Radio Storytelling, H12P with Eros and Psyche was the second runner-up, D12A

with Twelfth Night was the first runner-up, and D12A with Eros and Psyche was the champion. Afterwards, after the deliberation, Public Speaking Manuscript winners were announced, 00followed by Speech Choir Competition. Tansengco, Janine Lorraine, M11C, and Gaspe, Alyssa Jane, M11D, second runner-up; Garganta, Jasmine, H11A, and Guevara, Naomi Keziah, H11A;

and Zyrish Anne Isidro, D11A, and Joseph Allen Troy Ureta, D11A, were the champion. For the Speech choir competition, E12P was the second runner-up, E12D was the first runner-up, and H12P was the champion. All performed Reverse Creation by Bernard Backham.

The emcees were Mr. Paolo Andrei Cruz of H11B and Ms. Sean Danielle Avila of H12D.

JRU SHS Campaign: Eradicating Violence Against Women Children

The Senior High Student Council (SHSC) spearheaded a campaign “Iha: Rizalian’s Campaign to End Violence Against Women,” to raise awareness and help eliminate violence against women last November 29 at the JRU Auditorium and via In line with UNESCO’s International Commemoration Day of Elimination of Violence

Against Women, the JRU SHSC implemented a campaign that sought to be an eye-opener and addressed the prevalence of violence against women and their children by their intimate or live-in partners, and other significant relationships.

JRU Criminal Justice Education professor, Mr. Joel Agtarap, was the resource speaker of the campaign. It focused on the Republic Act. 9262, which promotes anti-violence against women and children.

“Women are indeed more than what they think they are. A woman or girl has all the rights to defend herself and influence others.” The emcee, Rizza Dequilla, said as she stated her takeaways. “Babae kayo, hindi babae lang, kaya ‘pag inabuso ka, please don’t be afraid to defend yourselves... Be the voice of the voiceless and unheard.”

And for another achievement, UNESCO club, once again, accredited the JRU SHSC last August 29, 2022, as the club for the academic year 2022-2023.

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English Week Celebration

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Rizalian Teachers, Our New Found Heroes

Jos é Rizal University Senior High School Division celebrated World Teachers’ Day last October 5, 2022, to show gratitude and appreciation to one of the identified heroes of the university, the Teachers.

Lockdowns were lifted, and the HyFlex setup was established. Rizalians return to their oldnormal surprises, such as the typical “may nag-aaway sa room,” “Ma’am, may nagsuntukan,” followed by their prepared surprises. Mrs. Hiromi Lacsano, the Student and Discipline Coordinator, informed the teachers of bullying cases, giving them an excuse to visit their respective advisory classes. They had no idea of a homeroom surprise. Each section expressed gratitude; some presented tokens of appreciation, while others demonstrated their Husay Rizal by singing, dancing, and reading poems.

The Senior High School Student Council (SHSC) posted missing person posters with the instructors’ names and faces throughout the SHS building, referring to them as Missing Heroes, which SHS Rizalians should track down by channeling their inner detective skills. Aside from the missing hero posters, the SHSC presented flower bouquets for each teacher through the class presidents.

Additionally, the SHSC decorated the bulletin board with Missing Heroes designs. The

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principal, Mr. Romel C. Navarro, with the faculty and staff, attended the occasion. Mrs. Carissa M. Enteria, Chair of the Languages and Social Sciences Department, unveiled the cover of the bulletin board to reveal the faces of the missing heroes. Whereafter, missing heroes then were found. The newfound heroes, the teachers, got their envelopes with their names. Inside each envelope was a QR code that linked to a compilation of appreciation messages from their students.

In the afternoon, the SHSC gathered all teachers for a mini-program. Ms. Sheryn Monique Batalla and Mr. Darl Jae Loza served as emcees. The Dulaang Rizaliano organized a film presentation for the instructors, while the Harmoniya arranged a musical intermission. Games for teachers were organized - TikTok Challenge and Charades.

Before the program ended, Mr. Raphael Jourvy Gavino, the president of the SHSC, read a joint statement from the highest governing organization of each division (Supreme Student Government, Senior High School Council, and Central Student Council) expressing gratitude to the SHS teachers, faculty members, department heads, and principal.

Teachers were nostalgic as they celebrated Teachers’ Day in a traditional face-to-face gathering again. Even during the pandemic and the new normal, students never forgot to show appreciation for the modern heroes known as teachers.

Teachers’ Day Celebration

The Scribe Photojournalist M.Y. Trinidad.

TechVoc & AD Week Into The Unknown, A Success!

Technical Vocational and Arts and Design (TechVocAD)Week 2022, with the theme Into the Unknown: Navigating TechVocAD with Adaptability and Agility, launched by the TechVocAd students and teachers, is a series of activities and competitions throughout the week to unleash and flaunt Rizalians’ creative talents and prolific masterpieces via Hyflex setup held from December 5 to 9.

The Kick-Off program started on December 5 and gave everyone a gist of the week. As streamed through FB live at TechVocAd Week’s official FB page, Mr. Romel C. Navarro, SHS principal, opened the program with his message and congratulated the TechVocAd students in advance.

The Food and Beverages (FNB) students knocked off their master chef skills on the Food Wars. The winners for the

Student Category: Nathan Jude Sugaste, Kurt Laurence Cruz, and Jan Rainier Dagdag were the third placer tied with Jay-el Ancuelo, Mark Gwell Tiongco, and Melven Silagan; Nephi Martos, Ched Kenneth Sanchez, Jasper Salvador the second placer; and Ericson Trono, Kurt Humprey Mesa, and Jhoffert Reario the champions with their Creamy Pepper Beef Stew. While for the Faculty Edition, Mrs. Agnes Daquina and Mrs. Nieves Abad slayed the kitchen with their Chicken Mushroom.

Tour Guiding (TG) students flexed the JRU campus in the Virtual Campus Tour Guiding Contest with their pre-recorded video entries. Princess Nicol – T11A, Jorge Altizon – D12B, Kim Gwyneth Lan Balidoy - C11A, and Leonah Marie Albarico - A11A were the champions. Veronica Cruz –T12A, Mark Rosadeño – D11B, Pauleen Asuncion – A12A, and Allen Gabriel Ballesteros – C11A were the first runners-up; and Mary Sealtiel Arambulo – T12A,

Zoe Shamae Suanino – D11A, Daphne Ruie Orilla – A12A, and Anton Enrique - C11A were the third runners-up.

Into the digital world, TechVocAd students with the Grade 10 Junior High School students competed as they brushed off their digital skills in the On-The-Spot Digital Poster Making Contest. The artists who champed the contest were Gerald Matthew U. Alcaide - 10B and Dominique S. Policarpio10B for the Junior High School, and the SHS AD students were Maegan Rodriguez - A11A and Lara Eunice Magcanta – A11A.

A rain-or-shine morning on December 9 at the JRU Main Quadrangle sparked joy and jam-packed entertainment to end the week’s celebration, Culminating Program. Ms. Cristina R. Pastores, Techvoc Chair, welcomed everyone and shared a flashback of activities followed by entertaining performances from D11A and D12A students. On top of that, different booths

were assembled per strand: CSS with Buzzy Wires, a buzz-wire game open to all students; the Animation students have the Cosplay and Film Viewing. Students gathered for a photo with their favorite anime and game characters; next, the Arts and Design booth offered free doodles; the TG students dressed as flight attendants and introduced the wonders of the Philippines and Japan; the FNB booth prepared Japanese Cuisine treats.

At last, a bizarre runway competition concluded the program. Grades 11 and 12 Arts and Design Fashionistas created artistic clothing made of recycled materials with aerospace in minimalist and surrealist motifs. Ian Carl Atayan of D12A slayed his fashion as he won first place. Rayshimae Rodriquez of D11A was the second place, and Juliana Samson of D12A, the third place.

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Retelling Stories with a Modern Twist

By Joshua Rieson Sorreda

To showcase the creativity and writing abilities of JRU SHS students, the Debaters’ Club, also known as Callidus Loquentium, held the Stars to Reframe: Modern Retelling of Classic Literary Contest on November 21, at the JRU Auditorium and via Zoom.

The participants utilized their creativity through literature. They chose a classic literary piece and composed a twist that preserved the essence of the story with an applied modern plot based on their interpretation.

M12P’s Shekinah Arenas, Mariella Cuadra, Emilhio Angelo Dela Cruz, and Christine Joy Zipagan won first place in the competition with their literary piece, The Turtle and the Rabbit. The second place was from E12I Aya Karylle Rebadomia, Sean Derek Rafols, Kenly Reyes, and Joshua Rieson Sorreda with their Santelmo The Beauty and the Beast, retold by Maria Richelet De Casto, Andrea Dela Cruz, and Miriya Maike Fernando, won third place in the competition.

José Rizal University’s United Nations 2022 Celebration

By Asliah Gubat & Dave Justine Desilos

José Rizal University Senior High School Division celebrated United Nations 2022 with the theme Our planet, Our Future at the JRU Quadrangle last October 26. The event showcased Rizalian talents through activities to strengthen the significance of nature, the planet, and the future.

The Harmoniya Club, Shekinah Alma Penaranda of M12P, commenced the event with Doxology and by the Senior High School Division Principal, Mr. Romel C. Navarro, with his welcome message.

Harmoniya Club also offered a surprise intermission performance by Danielle Barcelona and Jan Kyel Llanera of D11A.

The JRU SHS division awarded the winners for the Grade 11 Nature Photography and Grade 12 Interpretative Dance competitions. Mr. Navarro and Mrs. Carissa Enteria, Chair of the Languages and Social Sciences Department, awarded the certificates for Nature Photography Collage and Interpretative Dance.

The Grade 11 Nature Photography champion was D11A, the second place was D11B, and the third place was H11A. The

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The Scribe Photojournalists S. Sargado & M. Y. Trinidad winners explained the messages behind their collage outputs. Meanwhile, the Interpretative Dance competition champion was E12D, and the second placers were D12B Group 1 and E12P Group 1. The winners performed their winning interpretative pieces after the awarding.

The event ended with Ms. Leilani Caña’s acknowledgement, Chair of the SHS UN 2022. The JRU SHS once again accomplished another onsite event after the distress brought about the pandemic.

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Buwan ng Wika 2022, Birtuwal na Ipinagdiwang

By Mishael Defeo

Ipinagdiwang ng dibisyon ng Senior High School (SHS) ng José Rizal University (JRU) ang

taunang selebrasyon ng Buwan ng Wika sa pamamaraang birtuwal na may temang “Filipino at mga Katutubong Wika: Kasangkapan sa Pagtuklas at Paglikha,” sa opisyal na Facebook Page ng JRU noong ika-30 ng Agosto.

Alinsunod sa tema, naglunsad ng isang video vlog ang dibisyon na pinangunahan ng mga mag-aaral mula sa ika-12 baitang na sina John Vincent Borbon, E12P; Haynes Florhen Keith Famador, M12P at mga kawani ng MAPANSIN Club, na

layong maipakita ang husay ng mga Rizaliano pagdating sa usapin ng wikang Filipino at mga katutubong wika sa pamamagitan ng isang interbyu.

Sa interbyu, itinanong ang mga impormasyon na may kinalaman sa wikang Filipino. Pagdating naman sa mga katutubong wika, itinanong ang mga katumbas na salita ng iilang katutubong salita sa Filipino. Ang interbyu ay nilahukan ng mga piling Rizaliano mula sa mga estudyante sa iba’t ibang baitang at dibisyon, mga guro at maging ang mga non-teaching personnel ay nakilahok din.

Bukod pa rito, naipakita rin sa vlog ang isang patimpalak na isinagawa ng dibisyon, “Buwan ng Wika Korner: Ipagmalaki Na

‘Yan!” na may layong maipakita ang mayamang kultura at wika ng iba’t ibang probinsya sa Pilipinas na nilahukan ng ibang dibisyon at maging ang iilang tanggapan ng paaralan, katulad na lamang ng Elementary School Division, Guidance and Testing Office, Student Development Office, at College of Education, Arts and Sciences.

Sa patimpalak na ito, nakamit ng College of Education, Arts and Sciences ang ikatlong gantimpala; ikalawang gantimpala naman ang naiuwi ng Elementary School Division, at Student Development Office naman ang nakapag-uwi ng unang gantimpala.

Gayundin, pinasalamatan ni Gng. Carissa Enteria, Punong

Kagawaran ng Wika at Agham Panlipunan ang mga tao sa likod ng matagumpay na pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika. Nagpahayag din siya ng kaniyang pasasalamat sa mga nakilahok sa mga patimpalak at ang mga mahuhusay na Rizaliano na sumagot sa panayam.

“...Kahit na dalawang taon tayong na-lockdown dahil sa pandemya, nagkaroon tayo ng oportunidad para makagawa ng isang natatanging programa na kakaiba [kumpara] sa mga Buwan ng Wika na ipinagdiriwang natin taon-taon.” ani G. Romel C. Navarro, punongguro ng dibisyon ng SHS, sa kanyang pambungad na pananalita.

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FNB Club Webinar Boosts Rizalians’ Career Path

By Mary Grace Feudo

The Food and Beverage Club boosted Rizalian career paths in a webinar titled Choosing the Perfect Career between Being A Professional Chef and An Educator held on October 25 via Zoom.

“It’s everybody’s dream to become a successful chef,” Mr. Niño Runas, the resource speaker of the event. He is a seasoned head chef and an owner of several restaurants. He also garnered a 5-star excellence award from the American Academy of Hospitality and Sciences for his splendid works.

Allyson Kane Baguio, President of the FNB Club, opened the program.

“Experience is helpful, but a culinary degree can give you one step forward,” Chef Runas stated. He also believed practices are great for promotion, but still, diplomas are vital in Culinary Arts.

Chef Runas discussed positions that a starting culinary graduate might get, like the head chef or the master of the kitchen, the sous chef or the second on command, and the chef de partie or the man on particulars; he also discussed the qualifications to be a better runner in the culinary industry.

To motivate the students, especially from the food and beverage strand, he shared his experiences on how physically demanding being a chef is. He added that culinary school is not for the weaklings by not minding what people say.

The awarding of the certificate for the guest speaker concluded the program. The adviser of FNB Club, Mr. Leo Benjamin, and its officers, VP Internal, Hannah Sumagpao, and BOCC Cochair, Cyd Pega, expressed their gratitude to Chef Runas.

International Day of Non-Violence: Kapayapaan, Pagmamahal, at Kasaganahan

By Mishael Defeo

I to ang binigyang-diin ng Humanitites and Social Sciences/General Academic Strand (HG) Club sa kanilang inilunsad na webinar na may temang, “Peace, Love and Prosperity: Foundation of

Social Progress” bilang pakikiisa sa pagdiriwang ng International Day of NonViolence ngayong ika-2 ng Oktubre, na ginanap sa isang Zoom conference nitong ika-1 ng Oktubre.

“Killings, abuses, tortures, massacers, are very rampant across the globe. These obnoxious and brutal scenes must be stopped… we should

raise awareness about the impact of these scenes in the life of many people.” ani Gng. Crisil Borebor, tagapayo ng HG Club, bilang pambungad na pananalita sa webinar.

Ang International Day of NonViolence ay naitatag noong ika-5 ng Hunyo 2007 ng United Nations General Assembly sa ilalim ng resolusyon A/RES/61/271 na may layong pagtibayin ang mensahe ng non-violence sa pamamagitan ng kamalayan sa lipunan at edukasyon sa usaping ito.

Alinsunod sa araw na ito ang kaarawan ni Mahatma Gandhi, lider ng kilusang pangkalayaan sa India at pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence na naging inspirasyon sa pagkakatatag ng International Day of NonViolence.

Pokus ng webinar ang naging buhay ni Mahatma Gandhi sa pagkamit ng kalayaan nang hindi gumagamit ng dahas at karahasan. Naipakira rin sa webinar ang mga naging bunga ng payapang pakikibaka ni Gandhi na naging inspirasyon ng mga sumunod na kilusan sa ika20 at 21 siglo.

Layon din ng webinar na mamulat ang kamalayan ng mga Rizaliano pagdating sa usaping pangkapayapaan. Binigyang-diin din sa webinar na hindi kailangan ng dahas sa pagkakaroon ng kapayapaan at pakikibaka sa mga isyung nais ipaglaban.

Bukod pa rito, nagbigay din ng mga tip ang tagapagsalita kung paano mapagtitibay ng mga estudyante ang non-violence mindset at sa kung papaano makamit ang kapayapaan sa pang-araw-araw.

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“ Non-violence requires double faith; faith in God and also faith in man.” -Mahatma Gandhi

Stop Procrastination! SHSC on Time Management Webinar

By Paul Rainier Joshua Go

José Rizal University Senior High School Student Council (JRUSHSC) held a webinar, Time’s Up! Managing Time and Avoiding Procrastination! last October 13 via Zoom to battle procrastination.

Mr. Michael Angelo Memoracion, a JRU SHS faculty, graced the event. The webinar aimed to help Rizalian students with problems in managing their tasks and time.

The students also enjoyed the event and answered a variety of icebreaker questions about time management skills. Mr. Memoracion enticed the students - “Managing time effectively enables us to become more confident and organized, and we’re able to learn more efficiently.”

After the informative program, JRU-SHSC gave Mr. Memoracion a certificate of appreciation for speaking about time management.

SHS Christmas Outreach Program at Anawim

By Princess Janneah Matta

A collaborative project of JRU Girl Scout of the Philippines, Rizalian Valors Club, Senior High School Council, Sports, ABM, and STEM club advanced the spirit of giving with the SHS Christmas Outreach Program in Anawim: Home of the Abandoned Elderly last December 9, 2022.

Selected students and faculty led by Mr. Wilson Mones, one of the Senior High School Department Chairs and Community Outreach Coordinator, Mr. Nilo Barcelona, Mr. Chris Plaza, Mr. Francis Magno, and Ms. Cecil Igama volunteered to extend hands to the elderly. The students conducted a small Christmas party, with an estimated 32 elderly present.

The host engaged the audience in singing Christmas songs and dancing ballroom or Cha-Cha, Spaghetti Pababa, and OtsoOtso.

The mentioned clubs also executed a donation drive named Fruits for a Cause, in which each profit from sold fruits from the fund and a donation box operated

simultaneously. The volunteers had no incentives in this action, and all solely reached out their hands.

In continuation of the upcoming outreach program for Jeremiah 32:6-7, the donation box will be open again during the second semester to gather funds and materials.

The enthusiastically perceived end of the dark ages, metaphorically, opens up a window of opportunity to reopen schools. It is extraordinary how technology binds us. Imagine sitting in front of the screen studying at your own pace and convenience, yet still having the opportunity to see your classmates and teachers face-to-face once a week. Hologram? Teleport? What else can you think about before that seems impossible? Physical and online students can learn synchronously, and that is possible. That is HYFLEX!

HyFlex refers to the learning alternative that aids the return of face-to-face classes while minimizing risks. Even though fear has not diminished, this leap in education is necessary for learning recovery and hope to bring back the old normal we used to.

“Decisive steps.” is what the United National Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said upon commending the Philippine government when they decided to bring back in-person classes amid the pandemic. They went tear with this decision. It is the first of many steps toward learning recovery and surpassing the proficiency of the educational system in its present

state and even before the health crisis.

The HyFlex (hybrid-flexible) setup provides students to choose whether to attend classes online or both online and in-person. Furthermore, it offers flexibility that caters to the specific needs of students who face burdens.

Different students, different living circumstances. Online learning is an alternative modality to the face-toface setup. Integrating technology is the significance of this kind of distance learning. With this, students are not obliged to travel to school; they may learn at any distance and in their comfort. It may benefit those who live in remote areas or even abroad. On the other hand, a Modular setup provides flexibility for working students. They opt to finish their school works asynchronously at any time but within the set deadline.

With the implementation of the HyFlex setup in Jose Rizal University, wherein students can attend both face-to-face and online classes, teachers are required to use various online platforms such as Canvas as a medium for instruction, as well as other sites for reference materials.

As students nowadays natives, teachers find incorporate social activities to make learning engaging. It grants to a massive library through scholarly websites, halts the limit for their style of learning.

A timely launching of Husay Rizal and Find Your really produced modern From students, parents, staff, and administrators, survive everyday challenges, are heroes indeed. This year, let us witness the Rizalians as they return home - arising from the color of rebirth.

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You probably heard of the Aquaflask, Hydroflask, or any insulated tumbler nowadays. Clout chasing? It can be, but in a good way may be. Those famous tumblers are thermal flasks that recently became a viral sensation on social media. It is known for its genuine marketing and is cheaper than other international brands. It is sold exclusively for 700 to 1000 pesos, varying in size. It catches the eyes of consumers due to the identity of being a high-quality product for the money. However, what solely seems like a trend could be a solution to saving the Earth.

In 1896, Swedish scientist Svante Arrhenius discovered climate change. Eventually, other scientists discovered that Earth is continuously getting warmer. It impacts the planet negatively. The commonness of natural tragedies in the environment highly increased. It directly harmed animals, demolished their

natural habitats, and wreaked havoc on people’s livelihoods and communities.

Improper use and disposal of plastics have always been a top issue that harms the environment. The effect of the product has become a serious topic that several cities in the country, like Mandaluyong City, implemented a total ban on plastic bags.

Upon the emergence of COVID-19 in the Philippines, there is a precautionary notice regarding safety protocols. Some of those were reminders to keep oneself hydrated and to prevent sharing any glasses or utensils, that everyone must keep their immune system strong, and refrain from any possible sharing of saliva.

The inflation rate in the Philippines has massively increased over the past few months of 2022. Necessities have progressively become hard to reach, and

learning critical is simple tumbler. buy disposable Bringing but also water makes the progress part bottles

learning to save money has become a critical skill. A cost-cutting technique that simple and well-known is by bringing a tumbler. Less cost compared to having to disposable water bottles every day.

Bringing tumblers saves not only money also the environment. Access to clean water becomes convenient and proudly makes you a contributor to slowing down progress of global warming. Be a of the trend in bringing beautiful bottles that aim to beautify the Earth.

It is now common to hear the phrase 'abandoned children' as it is a prevalent phenomenon in society. It is often a result of parental mistreatment that deprives them of the ability to receive fundamental living necessities. Abandonment may also come in form of ignored emotion when children are raised in environments that lack care and sustenance.

According to UNICEF, an estimated 1.8 million children are orphaned and abandoned in the Philippines. the other side of the spectrum, how often do hear the phrase ‘abandoned parents’ or does it even exist? Do we share the same sympathy for abandoned parents as we have with abandoned children?

Parents abandoned by their children become more frequent scenario in the country, especially when their children reach adulthood. They will have no time to give care and space to their old parents, so they will find a home for the aged and send their parents. Mr. Romel C. Navarro, Jose Rizal University Senior High School Division Principal, was one the witnesses of the event and initiated a charity the school for a cause. Originally it was Breakfast for a Cause. Mr. Navarro with the SHS Community Development Office (CDO) opted for a Fruit Sale.

The charity integrated the Finding Your Inner Hero tagline as part of the Rizalian culture among several divisions, staying true to its mission molding its students to be beneficial and present amidst social challenges. In this sense, the CDO sought the assistance of student organizations such as the Rizalian Valors Club, ABM Club, STEM Club, Girl Scouts of the Philippines, Food and Beverage Club, and Sports Club. The Fruit for a Cause became operational which started last October 26 and lasted for two weeks in front C-27.

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What was about the charity? What was it trying to communicate? Mr. Wilson Mones, Community Development coordinator, said “It is as simple as helping the less fortunate people. That is why we came up with this kind of event. When you buy, you consume it, but part of it will go to our outreach program. We want our students to learn the gift of giving.” He added that this intention helped them create their slogan, "You can give without love, but you can never love without giving."

“I hope this will continue, and I hope it will be better next time around. You see, for the Senior High School, this is the first time we had this kind of drive, and we are hoping that next time around, more students will participate,” Mr. Mones said. He also shared that the CDO is planning on pursuing several charity projects in the future, such as giving attention to victims of incest and abandoned elders in Anawim and Jeremiah.

Sa unti-unting paglaya ng Pilipinas sa mga tanikala ng COVID-19 na gumapos sa pag-unlad ng bansa, dahan-dahan na ring lumuluwag ang mga restriksyong ipinatupad lalo na sa sektor ng edukasyon. Ngunit kalakip ng pagluwag ng mga restriksyon ay ang pagtaas ng antas ng presyo ng mga bilihin at serbisyo sa bansa upang mabawi ang kapital na nawala dulot ng pandemya: ang dating walong pisong pamasahe sa jeep, sampung piso na ngayon; ang dating sampung pisong tubig sa canteen, naging labinlimang piso. Sa patuloy na pagtaas ng bilihin, saan aabot ang baon mo?

Beh, tara kain tayo! Uy, punta tayo rito! – Marami sa atin ang bumabyahe papuntang paaralan at bumibili ng tanghalian. Maliban sa mga gastusing ito, may mga bayarin din sa paaralan tuwing may proyekto lalo na kung mayroong programa. Kung isasaalang-alang ang mga bayaring ito, magkano ang baon na kakailanganin mo?

Kung tutuusin, lagpas isang daan ang kakailanganing baon para sa transportasyon at pagkain, hindi pa kasama rito ang mga karagdagang bilihin. Para kay Airon Cabarrubias ng H12P na taga-Mandaluyong, ang kanyang baon na dalawang daan at limampung piso kada araw ay sakto lamang. Isang daan ang kanyang nilalaan para sa pagkain at dalawampung piso naman ang kanyang badyet para sa tricycle sapagkat naglalakad lamang siya pauwi. Dagdag pa ni Airon, minsan ay sumusobra pa ang kanyang baon kaya’t nakakapag-ipon pa siya pang-kolehiyo o pambili ng kanyang mga gusto.

Ngunit para sa mga mag-aaral na hindi lamang jeep o tricycle ang sinasakyan papunta at pauwi, kumulang dalawang daan o higit pa ang kanilang kinakailangang baon sa pangaraw-araw. Tulad na lamang ni Kristene Jeff Carale ng

H12P na taga-Binangonan. Para sa kanya, sakto pa rin ang kanyang baon na apat na daan sa isang araw. Kasama na rito ang dalawang daan at limampung piso niyang pamasahe sa limang pampublikong sasakyang ginagamit niya para sa transportasyon: bus, shuttle, UV Express, jeep, at tricycle. Sa transportasyon pa lamang, mawawari na ang pang-isang araw na baon ni Airon ay pamasahe lamang ni Kristene. Malinaw ang pagkakaiba sa baon ng dalawa, ngunit sa pahayag ni Kristene, pinaliwanag niya na kaya lamang sumasakto ang apat na daang baon niya ay dahil nagtitipid siya sa pagkain, kung sakaling may karagdagang bilihin para sa proyekto o kung ano pa man, ibinahagi niya na kulang talaga ang apat na daan para sa mag-aaral na tulad niyang umuuwi ng Binangonan mula Mandaluyong.

Sa kabilang dako naman, para sa mga guro, kahit na sa sariling sahod nanggagaling ang kanilang mga baon, masasabi pa ring magkawangki ang kanilang pagbabadyet kung itatapat ito sa paraan ng mga mag-aaral. Ayon kay Ginoong Jomual Fernandez, isang guro ng Senior High School Division na may baon na dalawang daang piso, ito ay sakto lamang. Sa kanyang byahe galing San Juan, apatnapung piso ang nakalaan para sa tricycle, papunta at pauwi; limampung piso naman ang nakatabi para sa pagkain. Dagdag pa niya ay madalas niyang nararamdaman ang pangangailangang paghigpitan ang sariling gumastos sa mga pagkakataong nagkayayaan lumabas.

Subalit para naman kay Binibining Katherine Ignacio, isa ring guro ng Senior High School Division, ang kanyang baon na isang daang piso ay kulang sa araw-araw niyang pagpasok sa trabaho. Sa transportasyon, ang pamasahe papunta’t pauwi ay dalawampu’t apat na piso sa jeep. Habang ang natitirang pera naman ay para sa pagkain. Ipinaliwanag ni Bb. Katherine na hindi ito sapat sa kadahilanang ramdam din

niya ang pangangailangang sariling gumastos na magkaiba ang kanilang mga baon. ang kanya ay sakto kulang; pareho kinakailangang pang-araw-araw

Sa pagyabong mahihinuha na sa mga mag-aaral isinagawang panayam. restriksyon dulot sa sarili na gumastos tutuusin, mahirap baon lalo na Gayunpaman, ay makikita sa Sa pamamagitan mga naisasantabing nila ang kanilang ang pagkulang araw. Bagama’t dinadala sa paaralan, nararanasan ang mga pangangailangan mo?

pangangailangang paghigpitan ang gumastos tulad ni G. Fernandez. Tiyak ang paggastos ng dalawang guro sa baon. Bagama’t kay G. Fernandez, sakto at para kay Bb. Ignacio ay pareho pa rin ang kanilang pahayag na paghihigpit na mainam sa kanilang pang-araw-araw na baon at gastusin.

pagyabong ng implasyon sa Pilipinas, na malaki ang naging epekto nito mag-aaral at mga guro batay sa mga panayam. Katumbas ng pagluwag ng dulot ng COVID-19 ay ang pagtitimpi gumastos pa sa ibang bagay. Kung mahirap talagang pagkasyahin ang kung may karagdagang bayarin. ang kahalagahan ng pagbabadyet kasalukuyang kalagayan ng lahat. pamamagitan nito, kahit papaano ay may naisasantabing ipon at napapagkasya kanilang mga baon upang maiwasan

pagkulang sa mga kakailanganin bawat

Bagama’t iba-iba man ang baon na ating paaralan, parehas naman nating ang restriksyon sa pagbili ng ating pangangailangan — Ikaw ba, magkano baon

By: Adrienne Riel Cruz at Angelique Tomilloso

NCAA’s Back on Court: The End of Online Ceremonies

By: Jhon Marc Austria

After a two-season break from holding ceremony rites, the National College Athletic Association (NCAA) finally opened the curtains again to the public held on September 10 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

NCAA halted its face-to-face tournaments in 2020 due to Covid-19. For the past two seasons, the NCAA held the ceremonies online with the

partnership and help of the GMA Network.

The ceremony kicked off with a festive concept where festivals around the country were featured. Each of the universities brought in its senior basketball players to represent the festivals of the Philippines. Various delegates and artists also boasted the event with their performances. Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo hosted the ceremony with Martin Javier and Manolo Pedrosa. Making the event even brighter, GMA Network has presented the association with various Kapuso

artists to perform and be the face of the ceremony.

The league’s host for this season, Emilio Aguinaldo College, ushered in the celebration of the opening ceremony. Mr. Jose Paolo Campos, the current league president, welcomed the fans to start the season. Mr. Campos ends his message with a quote, “Let season 98 be a festival of the rebirth of the spirit of achievement, of rebuilding a better tomorrow and of a rejoicing life”, encouraging everyone to stand up, to surpass the achievement that people had yesterday

and be an instrument to the betterment of life.

The association wishes to see its collegiate members, players, and students aim to achieve greatness every day - as the season’s theme implies, “Achieve

NCAA Opening Ceremony Smart Araneta Coliseum

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JRU Lady Bombers On Haunt for Upcoming Season

By: Jhon Marc Austria

After a successful bid last season 97, the Jose Rizal University (JRU) Lady Bombers looks to extend their stay on the podium for the upcoming season.

With the departure of the senior players of the Lady Bombers, Dolly Versoza and Kia Melgar, the team is looking for another leader to step up on the court.

Shakey’s Super League is from August to November. JRU is with the country’s top-performing universities in volleyball, Arellano University, National University, and Ateneo De Manila University. The Lady Bombers also clashed

with a familiar opponent, Colegio De San Juan de Letran, for a classification match.

The Lady saw this as a challenge and an opportunity to find ways of winning. After four matches, they ended their run with a 0-4 record. They were classified as ranked 9-18 in the league. Even with no wins on their hands, it was an ecstatic preseason experience for the Lady Bombers.

Sydney Niegos, the captain, has been an excellent and vocal player on the court during the pre-season league. She has been the example throughout the tournament and the key

to triggering the bomb. The rest sees it as an uphill battle before they can be a mainstay on the podium for back-to-back seasons.

The NCAA Volleyball tournament for both men’s and women’s divisions will be resumed after the Basketball tournament, which took place earlier this year.

The frontrunner for the upcoming season, the College of Saint Benilde looks to defend its title and possibly back-toback titles for the Lady Blazers in tournament history.

The upcoming season is

expected - as fans have seen such an improvement for most NCAA teams in the Shakey’s Super League pre-tournament.

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EJ Obiena Propels in World Records

By Joshua Rieson Sorreda

F ilipino pole vaulter

Ernest John Obiena, more commonly known as EJ Obiena, leaps over new heights after clinching Bronze in the World Athletics Championships last July 24 in Eugene, Oregon.

Obiena achieved a new high ranking in the Men’s Pole Vault in World Athletics. Previously 6th in the world records, he rose the ladder three steps higher to the third spot.

Joining the Obiena are his fellow podium finishers, Sweden’s Mondo Duplantis, who bagged No. 1, and USA’s

Christopher Nilsen, No. 2 in the Worlds, respectively.

The Filipino pride capped a personal best of 5.94m in Oregon to tally a new personal best and rewrite the Asian record to win the country’s first-ever medal. He amassed a total of 1,408 points and leaped over the

2016 Rio Olympics gold medalist. Thiago Braz settles with 4th in the world rankings at present.

In the men’s overall ranking, Obiena is in 31st place.

World Athletics Championships Oregon, United States

Photo from United Pilipinas Sports

Carlos Yulo Esnared Silver and Bronze at Worl d Championship s

By Joshua Rieson Sorreda

S howcasing versatility, Carlos Yulo bags the Silver in the Men’s Vault category and the Bronze medal in the Men’s Parallel Bars at the 51st FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships held on November 4 in Liverpool, England.

The 22-year-old gymnast finished eighth in the allaround final by swaying the competition, particularly on

his floor exercise and parallel bar routines, amassing 82.098 points.

Bagging the gold medal was renowned Olympian titlist, Japan’s Daiki Hashimoto (87.198), in his sterling routines. Hashimoto with China’s Zhang Boheng (86.765) and Japan’s Tanigawa (85.231), captured Silver and Bronze.

Yulo finished the final vault with a score of 14.950, better than the 14.916 points that won him gold in the previous

World Artistic Gymnastics Championships

Liverpool, England Photos from Philippine Star

year. He led the standings until Armenia’s Artur Davtyan propelled himself with an impressive 15.050 points, making him the new vault world champion and contravening Yulo a backto-back title. Furthermore, Ukraine’s Igor Radivilov clinched bronze (14.733).

The Filipino gymnast bagged bronze in the parallel bars final with 15.366 points. China’s Zou Jingyuan clinched the gold after garnering a stunning 16.166 points,

followed by Germany’s Lukas Dauser (15.500), who finished Silver.

“I am speechless after the six events because I am battling with myself. It was really hard,” said Yulo, who finished 10th in the 2019 edition and 23rd in 2018. Furthermore, he expressed his happiness and disappointment with the outcome of his performance. He states that the experience was good, and finishing eighth is still an achievement for him.

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