San Juan Gazette 2015

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“Every child is a reader”

Division of Calamba enhances Reading Month

Division of Calamba celebrated the Reading Month which aims to motivate every child to be a good reader.

According to Mrs. Marilyn Montalbo, the objective of the Reading Month is to motivate the children to read more and learn.

Meanwhile, the DepEd Calamba held different competitions such as Storytelling, Spelling Quiz Bee, Speech Choir and Chamber Theater in different clusters in the Division odCalamba to continue the Every Child is a Reader Program

According to Rhen Jayron Dela Cruz; Grade VI pupil, he thinks that the Reading Month is

good for the students like him because it encourages the children to read more and also enhances the reading skills of the pupils.

“Sa tingin ko, ayos naman ito para sa mga bata at estudyante tulad ko dahil naiimpluwensyahan silang magbasa.” Jayron said.

However, San Juan Elementary School (SJES) won different awards in various competitions as part of the celebration the Reading Month.

Calamba History to be discussedinclassrooms

DepEd Calamba includes in the HEKASI subject the teaching of Calamba history starting this year in connection of the 272nd anniversary of the city.

City Ordinance No.8 Series of 2014 is an ordinance enjoining all public elementary and secondary schools within the City of Calamba to include as part of the school’s curriculum, a study of the history of the city, to be done every August of the school year, in time with the celebration of Calamba’s Foundation Day.

This program aims to educate and instill in the minds of our generation the richness of our culture, the significant history of our city, the heroes and the famous men of Calamba, and other relevant matters.

According to Mayor Justine Chipeco, “Sa pagsapit ng ika-272 anibersaryo ng pagkakatatag ng Calamba ay batid ang kahalagahan ng kasaysayan ng lungsod.” DepEd leads in teaching the history of our city to deepen the value of our first ancestors.

Meanwhile, pupils and teachers who are not familiar with the true history of the city gain knowledge and understanding.

“Kami po ay hindi talaga taga-dito sa Calamba pero nang mapag -aralan po namin sa HEKASI ang history ng Calamba, na-love ko po ito,” one of the Grade Six pupil said. She also added that she learned San Juan River is the biggest river in the city.

CR renovation spends P70K

Repair for the 16 comfort rooms spends more than P70,000 aimed to have comfortable CRs for the pupils and the facultyaswell.

Ms. Lorna Teope, prioritize the physical facilities of the school. One of those is the improvement of the CRs in each classroom. Every room has a wash area. Floor tiles and some damage doors were changed. Her objective was accomplished little by little.

According to Teope, she can consider the project as one of her accomplishments.

Meanwhile, the project was in-line with that of Mayor Justin Chipeco which made a contest for the cleanest CR in school. Also he told in a speech

Luis Miguel Lucindo | that he wants to have clean comfortable restrooms all over in Calamba.

Chipeco tied-up with the DepEd. It will be an easy avenue because what pupils learned in school of valuing cleanliness will help them bring at home. Everybody will be educated.

“Pinapanatili namin itong malinis kasi bukod sa ayaw ni Ma’am na madumi ayaw din namin na madumi ito kaya araw -araw ay may naka-assign sa aming klase na magmo-monitor kung malinis ito,” Andrew Cahilig, Grade Six pupil said.

However, each school will have an unannounced visit of personnel from the City Hall. The personnel will come anytime not only once but several times in order to check if it is really a perfect choice.

The official pupil publication of San Juan Elementary School

Erica Caldozo |

Luis Miguel Lucindo |

SJES IS RESILIENT. Members show the boldness of a Filipino like them after losing the BigSayWit. (ba.alvarez)

SJES hits top spot in Nutrition

| Luis Miguel Lucindo San Juan Elementary School (SJES) got two first place awards in the Nutrition Contest among five schools in the cluster which made them lead the contest last July 22, 2015 at Jose Rizal MemorialSchool

Five schools in the Cluster III competed in the said activity done every July. Erica Caldozo got First Place in the Comic Strip Contest while Isabel Tejada bagged the First Place also in Calambulilit Kusina Master.

Caldozo and Tejada both competed in the Division level last July 22, 2015. Fortunately, Tejada won again the second place but Caldozo did not make it.

Tejada made the Crispy Boquelug (ubod, togue, and alugbati)

menu. The contest for the Calambulilit Kusina Master used the native vegetables to promote it to be serve and eaten in our daily food.

“I practice my comic strip drawing even if I am not feeling well. I am very happy because my parents supported me in this contest,” Caldozo said.

Another category in the contest is the Poster-Making. Eliza Mae Ambrocio from Grade III joined it but unfortunately he did not win.

Mrs. Marilyn Montalbo, Science Coordinator and coach said that the event aims to enhance the value of health in us.

School receives P20k facilities

Over P20, 000 was spent in the Brigada Eskwela 2015 to facilitate the improvement of the school for the welfare of the pupils.

Meanwhile, more than P7, 000 of the Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) was used to provide the materials in the Brigada. Over P20,000 converted into cash was given as donations. Including the paint and books donated by one of the Board Members in Laguna.

However, some of the teachers observed that there are less par-

SJES 1st time broadcasters, wins 2nd Place

SJES RADIO BROADCAST TEAM won for the first time in the Division School Press Conference last September 28, 2015 held at JoseRizal MemorialSchool.

The objective of the Radio Broadcasting is to preserve the importance of the journalism through the medium radio and to enhance the skills of the pupils when it comes in the field of broadcasting.

SJES team pursue to join the contest because according to them, they believe that if big schools can make a name regarding the field, they can too.

A month before the training for the aspiring Radio Broadcaster in SJES, the Filipino and

English advisers Ms. Angelica R. Lamberte and Ms. Jasmine L. Martinez gave sometime to have their auditions to those interested pupils wanted to join in the said ground. With the help of the School Principal who we’d rather say the motivator to this, the success made possible.

This is their chance to prove that they are belong. And after a month of every day training in Scriptwriting, Directing, Technical Directing, and how to speak properly in front of microphone by the two News Presenter, News Anchor Infomercials, though it was their first time to join in this field, they rank best from all the beginners.

ents involved in the Brigada this year as compared last year.

“We do not know the reason why but we still believe that our parents are supportive for the Brigada program” a faculty member said.

The Barangay officials supported the Brigada. They also donate foods for the snacks of all.

The five-day cleaning of the school includes the repainting of the fence, wall, stage and plant boxes; cleaning of rooms and yards as well as CRs; trimming and replanting; and repairing signage.

DREAM TO BE A CHEF. Isabel Tejada cooks her winning menu – BOQUELUG which bags the Cluster First Place Calambulilit Kusina Master.

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Photo caption: gwpalabrica IN UNITY THERE IS STRENGTH. Parents of different grade level pupils help in giving new aura of the school before the start of classes to make the pupils feel at ease and fresh.

| Jasmine Joy Cielo

Photo caption: jmestabaya TRAINING GOES BEST Rigid training of the Radio Broadcasters during their vacant time and late afternoon

| Angelica Lamberte

SJES clasp a break in ‘BigSayWit’

School spends P15K for seminar

More than P15,000 spent a budget for the teachers’ seminar last May 4, 2015 in Shercon Resort and Ecology Park, Batangas.

This seminar aims to promote the equality in the field of education.

The budget was from the MOOE (Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses). All schools are entitled to have such activity.

“Our objective for teambuilding is to develop a good camaraderie and oneness among teachers in SJES,” Lorna Teope; the principal said.

The teachers did several games. A facilitator was assigned to their group to handle

them in the activity. Some of the games are building a pyramid using the plastic cups. The two groups should have the unity to make it as fast as they can. Other game was the archer, rabbit, wall.

The group also experienced to do the zipline and wall climbing. Some teachers done it for the first time while the others have experienced it already.

“First, I was afraid to ride in the zip line because it was my first time, but when I was riding already, I enjoyed. It was really fun.” Mrs. Almeda said .

TECHNOLOGY

| Isabel Tejada

San Juan Elementary School (SJES) fail to grab a place in the Bigkas-Sayaw-Awit (BigSayWit) Cluster Competition held at Chipeco Hall, Jose Rizal Memorial School (JRMS) last August 22, 2015.

The performance was from the piece of Dr. Erico Memije Habijan entitled Wikang Filipino, Wikang ng Kaunlaran as part of the celebration of Buwan ng Wika.

Five different elementary schools showed the emulous aura in the competition such as Jose Rizal Memorial School (JRMS), Looc Elementary

Elementary School (SES), San Juan Elementary School.

Meanwhile, JRMS crowned as the first place, LES got the 2nd place and SES for the 3rd place spot. JRMS will be competing in the Division Festival of Talents. And they got the probability to go on the Regional Festival of Talents in Binan, Laguna.

Therefore, few members said that even they did not win in the competition, they are still accept the result although they get disappointed because of the technicalities.

“It is okay because we give our best that the judges wanted. And maybe this not meant for us.”Praisha Mabborang said.

P10K spent for classroom TVs

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MOOE (Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses) spends over 10 thousand pesos for three TV sets of classrooms to provide the new learning system using multi-media resources.

One of the priorities in school of Ms. Lorna Teope; the principal is to provide television in all the classrooms in SJES.

According to Teope, acquiring those televisions to complete all the classrooms is one of her achievements in school. She also added that she still expect more projects which will provide the pupils a more comfortable study and stay in school.

The teacher assigned to the classroom who will received the TV set voluntarily

added their own expense to augment the price and for them to buy a much bigger television.

“Malaking tulong ito sa pagtuturo dahil nagagamit namin ang multi-media at palagay ko mas effective,” Mr. De Vale said, Grade IV teacher.

Meanwhile, SJES received three more TV from DO. All of the classrooms now in SJES had their TV. DepEd suggests using now the multi-media technique in teaching. They believe that this system will cater the need of the new learners in the technology age.

The teachers prepare their multi-media resources everyday.

Heart Mayben Ravanera

SPEAKS Mrs. Jonalyn Estabaya uses the multi-media way of teaching in her English class .

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PLASTIC CUPS PYRAMID. Two groups compete in building the plastic cups during the Team-Building of SJES teachers to value a nice camaraderie.

| Jonalyn Estabaya

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HOLD TIGHT. SJES BigSayWit members portray united Filipinos as part of their interpretation in the piece given to them.

Teachers’ Day Celeb recognizes Best Mentors

Marilyn Montalbo, one of the Grade Six teachers of San Juan ES (SJES) received the title as “The Best Teacher” of the school during the Culminating activity of the World Teachers’ Day Celebration at Letran de Calamba, October 5, 2015.

The award was given to a teacher in each elementary and secondary public school for those deserving faculty who made the best in their chosen field. Montalbo was the Science Coordinator, Disbursing Officer, Feeding Coordinator (National), and Supreme Pupil Government (SPG) Adviser.

“Masaya ako sa na-receive kong award as Best Teacher in our school because all my efforts are recognized,” Montalbo said. She also added that having such award is a reminder for her to make her work more efficient because expectation will really come in a long run.

Meanwhile, Diosdado San Antonio, Regional Director of Region IV, shared his message to the teachers in the program. He congratulated the teachers for their efforts of molding the young learners in our generation. He also talked about the benefits as a teacher.

Some faculty got the chance to receive the gift from a Raffle Draw. There are grocery items and cash gifts. Montalbo also was one who fortunately got a cash gift from the raffle.

However, several politicians came to the activity and some of them gave messages to the teachers. The Teachers’ Day Celebration was a culminating activity to value teachers in our community. The activity was done the whole day which according to some it made them boring.

UOCCI holds get together party

| Luis Miguel Lucindo

Senior Citizens from Calamba danced and sang in the get together party sponsored by the United Oldies Citizen of Calamba City, Incorporated (UOCCI) in the San Juan Elementary School (SJES) court, September 26, 2015.

Hosted by the UOCCI President, Leticia F. Cabiedes, the senior citizens danced for the opening.

However, Brgy. Chairman of Canlubang Eric Q. Manaig, said the event is for the senior citizens who believes they can still be strong.

Meanwhile, Ningning Lazaro, the former governor of Laguna, Manaig sang for the entertainment to the senior citizens.

Vice Mayor Roseller H. Rizal and San Juan Brgy.Captain Junjun Vergara made a speech about the senior citizens.

K-12 continues the journey

| Luis Miguel Lucindo

Training of K-12 for Grade Four teachers in Calamba was introduced last April at Colegio de San Juan de Letran to continue the new curriculum by the Grade Four pupils this school year.

The seminar focused on the new curriculum guide by the Department of Education (DepEd) which replaced the Basic Education Curriculum (BEC) to K to 12 Curriculum. The government aims to focus on same curriculum with other countries in order for the new generation to compete globally.

According to Mrs. Digna Tolentino, Grade Four teacher, the DepEd allotted budget for the training. “Mas ok na yung seminar ngayon sa Grade Four kasi provided na nila ang mga Teachers’ Guide at Learners’ Manual unlike dati, kaya maswerte na kami, Tolentino added.

Meanwhile, there are still parents who don’t like the program because for them it is only an additional expense because of Senior High School. “Imbes na makakapagtrabaho na ang anak namin ay hindi pa dahil sa additional na level,” one of the parents said.

However, during the Parents’ Orientation on the opening of classes, the school discusses the effect of K to 12 to the pupils, parents as well as to the whole system itself. More than 50% of the parents attended the meeting and understand finally the reason of the said program.

“Ngayon, medyo nauunawaan ko na ang tungkol sa K to 12 maganda naman pala ito,” one of the attendees said.

DepEd reiterated that the K-12 curriculum is a good thing because even if you only finished Senior High School you can easily get a job. It can also help the pupils who will live on other countries, they don’t have to come back to the Philippines and study K-12 curriculum again.

Waste Disposal, No. 1 Problem in San Juan

The City Health Sanitation Office of Calamba made ways to manage the proper waste disposal of each barangay all over thecityin linewiththeNationalProgramwhich promotesthe propersegregation.

According to Gregorio Vergara, Brgy. Captain of San Juan, the barangay officials had difficulties in implementing the said program. “Mahirap kausapin ang mga tao, kahit paulit-ulit na sabihan sila na ibukod ang bawat uri ng basura ay hindi talaga sumusunod ang iba,“ he added.

The officials still continue to remind and find ways to make the barangay as clean as it is.

Waste segregation aims to promote the total proper disposal of the different types of garbage as biodegradable, non-

biodegradable, recyclable and special garbage. The barangay made ways to remind the households to the good effect of waste segregation as a whole.

Meanwhile, some of the households let their garbage stay along the street without the presence yet of the garbage collector. Vergara added that stray animals usually destroy the garbage bags every morning which cause the garbage to overflow and mess the roadsides.

However, other concerned residents done their part to follow the regulation on this program. “Sa bahay po sumusunod po kami sa pag-bubukod-bukod ng mga basura. Yung mga naiipon naming mga bote, kahon at dyaryo ay binebenta ng mga anak namin at nagkakaroon sila ng konting pera para baon,” one of the parent in school said

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DISCUSSION DURING SLAC SESSION. Mrs. Marilyn P. Montalbo discusses about Gender and Development during one of the SLAC Session.

| Jonalyn Estabaya

| Jasmin Joy Cielo

CALABARZON POST Survey: PNOY’s governance, disappoints SJES pupils

8 out of 10 students of San Juan Elementary School (SJES) say PNOY’s performance this year is not good.

Some students said that President Benigno C. Aquino, Jr. (PNOY) always promises for project but he never done anything. Most of them do not like PNOY’s performance because there are many blames also to him.

One of the issues that blames on him is the Pork barrel scam. Some students say, PNOY do not move and take an action regarding the issue.

“Katulad lang siya ng ibang pulitiko na isinusunod lang ang pangalan kaya naging presidente” Jehremy Bello; student in college said.

However, two students say PNOY is doing a lot of things but the people cannot see it. “PNoy’s administration lessens the corrupt officials in the government. Through his ‘Daang Matuwid’ he let corrupt officials put into jail, they added.

According to Rhen Jayron Dela Cruz; Grade 6 student, he thinks PNOY is not leading and running the Philippines well.

“Kung may ginawa siya sana maunlad na tayo ngayon.” Bernard Alvarez said.

He also added that the government should provide them as pupil the need in education. We have the right to have comfortable and conducive classrooms.

According to Rubylou Oliveros; teacher of SJES, passing the K-12 program is an experimentation of the basic education in the Philippines.

San Juan holds Barangay Assembly for good leadership

Gregorio “Jun” Vergara, Jr.; Brgy. Captain of San Juan, received a Plaque of Appreciation; October 24, 2015 from the City Government for his good leadership which made San Juan into one of the good barangays in Calamba.

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SIMPLE GIFT. A senior citizen gets a grocery pack given by the barangay and city officials during the Barangay Assembly .

The assembly was done twice a month in order to give recognition to government officials. It is where the reports of each barangay are being presented to achieve a transparent way of governance.

Several City Councilors visited the assembly and give a short message.

“Natutuwa ang Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Calamba sa pagkakaroon ng isang tahimik, malinis, masaya at maunlad na pamayanan ng Calamba. Sanhi ng mahusay, maayos at matapat na panunungkulan ng inyong pinuno,” Vice Mayor said.

“This assembly is good because it helps the people to be aware about what is happening in the budget of the barangay, pati yung mga plano pa nilang projects malalaman din namin,” one of the residents said.

Grocery packs which includes rice, noodles and canned goods were given to each family. There was also a raffle of appliances donated by the officials.

San Juan tops binyagang barangay

| Luis Miguel Lucindo

Vice-mayor Roseller Rizal sponsored the Binyagang Barangay for the baptism of over 70 individuals at San Juan, Calamba City.

According to the barangay secretary, Celia M. Barahil, over 70 individuals in San Juan

had been baptized in Roman Catholic which made the barangay the most people who received the sacrament.

Barahil added that the Binyagang Barangay is for the persons who want to be baptized. It includes the babies and teenagers

CAVITE

The Cavite provincial government declared a state of calamity due to dengue occur in seven districts.

According to the dengue report, at least 16 citizens out of 3,652 has been killed by the dengue.

LAGUNA

Los Baños, Laguna qualified to the Guinness World of Record confirming the ‘World’s Largest Shower’ and ‘Most People Showering Simultaneously’ titles as part of their 400th foundation anniversary and 14th Bañamos Festival.

BATANGAS

The Philippine National Police urged the public not to disseminate unverified information that might cause further panic following the alleged abductions of children.

The CALABARZON police regional office made the appeal to investigate the reported kidnappings in the province.

RIZAL

Officials in the municipality of Teresa, Rizal, which ended up as a “catch basin” of spilled bunker fuel, are looking into the possibility of suing the cement company responsible for the fuel leak into their river.

Marlon Pielago, Teresa, said “talks are ongoing” among local government officials.

QUEZON

The coconut fields in Quezon province have been the source of livelihood for its people. But typhoons that frequently ravaged the areas have rendered most of the trees unproductive.

The depressing situation has prompted farmers and local governments to protect and promote the coconut industry.

and all ages who have not yet received the sacrament of baptism.

“Ma-swerte kami dahil may ganitong programa ang ating lungsod. Nabibigyan ng pagkakataong mabinyagan ang aming anak na

LISTEN AND GET INFORMED. Vice Mayor Rizal conducts the meeting to the parents of persons who will receive the sacrament of baptism.

| Luis Miguel Lucindo

SONA. Benigno S.Aquino III, Sixth State of the Nation Address, July 27, 2015. (gov.ph.official gazette)

| Dave Ivan Mercado

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PHOTOPINION

Nothingimpossible:

Courage and Faith

I hope that what I have achieved will be an inspiration for those pupils.

Someone told me that when prayers go up, blessings come down. That’s the mystery of faith and courage. I have considered that our family belongs to a poor when it comes in lifestyle. Both my parents are uneducated. The poverty challenged me at a very young age. When I was in grade school I have worked for myself aiming to get school. I am an outstanding student until I have finished my High School. “Lahat ng kahirapan ay pinagdaanan ko.” I pursue myself to pass the scholarship program for our city government.

In college I am a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness graduated in the year 1998 at Western University of Palawan. I got my first job as correspondent at Palawan Publishing Company. Second I have worked as Production Operator in an Electronic Company. “Mabilis ang naging promotion ko.” Until I became a

training supervisor. I’ve got my Masteral Degree at Laguna College then, I met my husband and he is the second councilor in Barangay San Juan. Si Mark ay mabuting tao, kakainin na lang namin binibigay pa.” Helping each other and good relationship with other people are the most important in life. I always motivate and challenge my kids. Life is not easy we need to work for the success. Courage and faith is the most important thing to meet our goals in life. I am now the PTCA President in this school, San Juan Elementary School. I think it will be my first step as public servant likewise my husband.

I am the new PTA (Parent Teacher Association) President of San Juan ES. I hope that what I have achieved will be an inspiration for those pupils who have the same situation as my childhood experience of having a tough life.

PHOTOPINION EDITORIAL

Filipinos expect for a better country

Judgment day for the election 2016 will speak for the new administration. Definitely, voters had to choose the best candidate for them in accordance to their conscience.

Sooner or later presidentiables will surely lay their platforms of government especially dealing with the eradication of poverty.

By creating more and better high-paying jobs can address the country’s poverty issue. Our country today needs leaders who will make change for the nation. A change that will surely benefit all kinds of people. A change that will uplift those who were behinds. We should try to make new scheme that rich will get across the poor so they too will become rich. One will not be happy will not be happy if he is on top but he is alone because he left others below him.

Brain-drain in the Philippines is visible because the government was not trying to support the qualified professionals.

Are we just going to sell our potentials to foreign countries? Of course no! Love your own country. Filipinos are smart, skillful and talented. As evidence, there are lots of our fellowmen who were included in the rooster of scientists as well as other fields. High-paying jobs should be prioritized in our country. One cannot successfully work with an empty stomach. And so, if individuals are supported with jobs, each family could enjoy comfortable living. Man cannot therefore think to do crimes.

Let’s try to work hand in hand. People has freedom but we should consider that it is not doing what you want to do but rather doing what is good and becoming a good person. Stop the corruption. Give what is due to Juan dela Cruz.

As we can see, our technologies are getting even more advanced. A lot of new gadgets have been imported in our country for almost every year. But can all advanced technology teach us good?

Life is a lot easier when digital literacy occurred. Because of those cellphones, tablets, telephones and more, we are able to talk to persons from a distance. Computers make student’s assignments easier to answer and find through the internet. Meanings can be found in the web instead of finding it hardly in the dictionary. Still, because of us being used to these things, some are getting the habit of being lazy.

Being used to computers made us even lazier. WHY? Instead of reading books for research, we would just search it to the Internet. Instead of using our own handwriting in assignments, we would just type with the help of the computer. Instead of finding hard words in the dictionary we would just search it too in the internet.

Digital Laziness

| Raine Antonette Espela

Even in our household chores. There’s the vacuum cleaner in replacement for the broom. The dishwasher so we would be not tired of washing the dishes. We use mixers instead of mixing it using our own strength. We use stoves for easier and faster cooking. So, new technology really made us a lot lazier.

That’s why, we should not rely much on these gadgets and equipment. It does help our work easier and faster, but it does teach us to be lazy. Even if all are digital literate in our country, we should not forget and we should be proud of our traits. We should not get influenced by these gadgets on what they make us do. We are lucky to be born completely. So we should use them all and don’t be lazy on using them. God gave us complete body parts, so we should use it properly. Let’s avoid being lazy.

Adelita Piamonte

EDITORIAL

Better than Worse

The government makes a program for the poor to push them away from poverty and it help to improve the country. Some people believe that the government is only wasting money.

The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program [4Ps] is a human development measure of the national government that provides conditional cash grants to improve the health and the education of the children who want to go in school every day. This kind of program is very important because it helps the poor. Some of the children study very hard to help their families and have a better future.

Each child receives 300 every month and 1, 400 every household with three children. So, each child receives every year a 3 thousand and 15 thousand for each household. They need to use it smartly.

Their children need to be industrious in going to school because the government makes this program to help the children who want to go to school not to make this program a business. Some households do not have discipline in raising a family. They have an idea that if they will have more children, they will get poorer. But in a way they still make additional children because they know that the government will help them. The bottom line is – the children will suffer the effect of emptiness.

Let us not just be dependent to the government. We should also do our part to help ourselves and our family. Even the government makes programs, people also need to find job because if this project will be gone no one can help the poor.

During Brigada Eskwela, families who were recipients of this program need to be in school and help religiously. They have daily attendance but sad to say, we have observed that there are only few parents who truly assist in brigada.

Some pupils who are in the list of this program commit several absences. And the worst is – there are some children who have abroad parents. Is the government making a thorough inspection to who are those capable families who really need the assistance?

We cannot do away to think that there is still an existing ‘palakasan’ today. The more you get nearer to the king, the more you are benefited. Where is the ‘Daang Matuwid’ of PNOY? We are still hoping for the reform in some ways.

Let us not waste the money and time. Our country demands a true and fair treatment to everybody.

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor,

Oftentimes our covered court became dirty because of the pupils who did not know HOW AND WHERE to throw the garbage properly. The canals became clogged because of the plastics and other things. The Grade Five and Six pupils were assigned to clean the court everyday and we are also doing our part to do so. Sometimes we find difficulty in cleaning because of this never ending garbage. Some pupils also were playing while we are cleaning so it causes destruction for us and we cannot accomplish early what we do. We hope that you can find way to solve the problem.

Thank you and more power to the staff!

Yours truly, Gwyneth T. Palabrica, Grade VI

The knowledge was come from respect and the one who knows how to respect was reflected that he learned.

LOOKWHO’STALKING

Respect and Learn

The world has been inverted. The way of chances has been changed. In this era, the students don’t have respect; a Filipino values that lead us to good communication and basis for our equality.

We all know that study life is being independent to our studies. We are not like babies. We do not tolerate spoon feeding. In school, we keep in being in touch to our teachers to have good interaction with them. In this era, we have young teachers; fresh minds, new ideas and good interaction with the pupils.

Despite in good relation and interaction to us, do we forget on how to communicate and treat them properly? In short, do we forget on how to respect them?

Yes! We have laws that protect to the pupils

from abusive teachers.

But behind these laws, some pupils abide these laws.

No kindness when they treat their teachers. They forgot to distance on the limitations. Teachers might have deficiency in any aspect but the respect should focus to them.

In addition, too being in touch to the teachers might be a reason for them to forgot the word respect.

According to Confucius, Don’t do unto others what you don’t want others do unto you. Pupils should do their limitations between their teachers. Because the knowledge was came from respect and the one who knows how to respect was reflected that he learned.

EDITORIAL STAFFS

Dear Gwyneth,

Thank you for your concern in our school. The Supreme Pupil Government (SPG) can surely lead to address that problem. But there will not have a successful solution if each and everyone will not cooperate to solve about the proper garbage disposal. The teachers also can do their part to remind each class about it.

I hope you will be more cooperative to see the problems in our school. Thank you.

-The Editor

Luis Miguel Lucindo

Equality

is not only for the gender, color or race.

It also talks about treatment.

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No one has the power to control life. We need to procreate as stewards in all God’s creation.

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Lateness can spread throughout the class and it can be a bad influence to other pupils.

Odds may be with us?

Grade School. It means that we are in the training to mold us for the real world. But there is one thing that I don’t understand. Some teachers do not treat their pupils equally. Some of the students here are taking advantage of it and not taking too much on their studies.

It is okay to preach pupil who is outstanding in class but as long as it cannot affect other pupils it is good.

Meanwhile, some teachers are enjoying the favoritism.

Treating the pupils unequally becomes the point that they are not paying too much attention on the other students.

They are focusing on their favorite pupils. This may cause hostile, irritated and make negative thoughts. Sometimes it leads for the pupils to have failing grade.

BULL’SEYE

I'm not saying that it is the teacher’s fault why some pupils are failing. It is also the pupils’ obligation to make their grade better.

We are in grade school. We are starting to learn new ideas around us. We need to be professional in every way. Teachers are not just teaching the pupils. They are training us to be a good pupil. But how we will be ready if some of the students are being spoiled?

Give the pupils chances to show their skills and willingness to learn to pursue their dreams. Motivate the pupils to believe their own passion.

Equality is not only for the gender. It is not only for the color or race. It also talks about treatment. Treatment that I will sure that deserves each one of us. This is not for us. It is also for our future.

Do you care more?

Do you know something about RH Bill?

Law makers in the congress are still having some hearings if it will be passed or not. This bill covers the control for population where Filipinos should choose some artificial methods that will help couples to prevent pregnancy and other medications that can help birth control.

It was said that the Philippine population is getting bigger that is why our country can’t progress. Will these answer our issues?

Some pupils said that they still doesn’t have any idea about this bill, still there are

BREAKTHROUGH

Heart

some sensitive issues that is beyond a young’s mind. They just knew that it will control reproduction.

In their understanding some says it will be a great help to pass the bill so that there will be less street children because the parents will be aware on what are the best ways.

Some pupils believe that life should not be stopped. God let us live life to the fullest. We should take care of what is living. A child should be given a chance to live.

No one has the power to control life. We need to procreate as stewards in all God’s creation. Young mind it may seem, but they can decide.

It’s never too late to be early

Some of the pupils are late when they go to school. Sometimes they want to stay late at night. They don’t know how important going to school early is.

Being punctual is very important for all the pupils because they will not miss something important like flag ceremony and announcements. Late pupils should be punished by their actions.

Being late should be over. They should train themselves to be a disciplined pupil. According to an old saying, “Time is Gold. We cannot turn back the

anymore.

When pupils come late, it can destruct the flow of the lecture or discussion of the class. Lateness can spread throughout the class and it can be a bad influence to other pupils. It is a contagious thing. As pupil, if we are always late in coming to school, we can probably bring that attitude when we find our own job someday.

The proper discipline will start today. We should not take away to us a virtue of being punctual. Being on time shows that we love our studies, we love what we do and most of all we love the people around us.

CYBER SURVEY

What can you say about Election 2016?

Cecilia Burgos: The mind faculties are working again to be able to choose the worth candidate

Jerick Velasco: Another noisy discourse in our country. Since there’s no PDAF at all, Are there some politicians who do not want the anomaly?

Rosalie Mapalo: Confusing. Because the candidates are competing not only in politically but as in personal issue. And hopefully more high tech in election for easy sorting as well as in other areas would have computerized election.

BiancaCabrejas: “History repeats itself”

Vernalyn Satoquia: I bet for Grace Poe.

Shaira Santos: They are showing their money just to advertise ! They are great at first only.

Eleonor Marcelino: There few candidates. And to those lower position they are undecided if they will run.

Myla Limpiada: Typically, messy and concentrated on discredit.

Angel Calara: It is better compare before, the candidates for president are trustworthy.

April Jackie Latigay: I hope it would be good practice to get better the next leader of the country .

Ana Austria: I hope there is new tomorrow that will come.

Nico Espiritu: It is difficult to decide who will I vote.

Brian James Ligon: I don’t like the candidates for the president.

Anacleta Limpiada: I hope it will not wrong again in choosing who is the president.

Cecil Braza: Still no changes just like before.

Cherry Enhong: Maybe more stringent in security and no bias at all.

Emil Malihan: The candidates are pursuing for popularity.

Jasmin Joy Cielo

Mayben Ravanera

Isabel Tejada

FREEDOM WALL

“Salamat po Ate Che sa masarap at masustansiyang mga pagkain araw-araw mula sa canteen. Amoy na amoy ang niluluto niya mula sa canteen hanggang sa 2nd floor.”

– KhalidModiarat

“Ma’am excuse po sa mga batang fini-feeding.”

–Mrs. MaritesLavao, Canteen Parent Helper

“Nakaka-stress, I hope that every pupil should have discipline not to be late in coming to school.”

– LuisMiguelLucindo, SPG President

“Maha-high blood talaga ko sa mga studyanteng ito, matigas ang mga ulo, pupils today are very different from our generation before.”

– Mrs. Lydia Almeda

“Ma’am nag-cutting class po sila.”

– FrancisYanceyRaymundo

“I hope may Teacher Protection Policy din.”

– Anonymous

“Maganda sana yung programa ng Eco-Waste kung ma-implement lang siya ng mabuti.”

– Mrs. Marilyn Montalbo,ScienceCoordinator

“Kulang na naman ang pera sa tray ninyo kahapon ganun din.”

– AteChe

“During the Flag Ceremony, sana igalang natin ng tama ang watawat.”

– Concerned Pupil

“How can pupils use the fire exit if there are broken chairs stocked on its way and the fire alarm also was broken?”

– Jed Angeles

“Sana may guard na po at janitor para hindi po nauubos yung oras namin sa paglilinis tuwing umaga at hapon”

-Anonymous

“Tama na yan !”

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“Sana po linggo-linggo may holiday”

-Anonymous

Rules. Life is full of rules. From the Ten Commandments of the Bible to the Constitution of each and every country, we are governed by rules.

Likewise, academic institutions enforce rules and regulations that the students are expected to abide by. This should have been an easy thing to do since it has been the fashion from the very start. Nevertheless, many are still reluctant in doing it.

It has been a mystery as to why students are having a difficult time in obeying the rules set by their respective schools. Is it because they have been tolerated to do it? Is it because they think it is cool to do that?

Jonalyn Estabaya

“Youth is the hope of our fatherland.” That is how Jose Rizal describe the youth in the future. But how can we trust youth if they commit absenteeism? Absent without valid reason. How can we sure that they know the value of education?

According to the teachers, family conflict is the first reason why the pupil commit absents. And it greatly affects the academic performance of the pupil.

1 out of 10 grade six pupils have a frequent absenteeism. Let’s commend the parents to support their children so much. But those parents who neglect their responsibility is an another business. Peer influence is another reason why the pupils do not listen to their parents.

Or is it because man is a naturaldeviant? Ironically, the answer to that mystery remains another mystery.

One of the most violated imperative is the one that has something to do with the uniform. Black leather shoes, slacks, white polo, color of the hair and makeups.

We are abiding these rules because we want to express our self. We are just doing our fashion statement. But we have to consider that there are rules and regulation that we need to follow.

We have to open our eyes and envisions that being a student is reflected to our school on how we follow the rules. We don’t need to be blinded.

We have to consider that there are rules and regulations that we need to follow. ” “

FROMTEACHER’SDESK

Some parents were surrendered to the behavior of their children. How can you give sympathy to the children if they can’t discipline their own child?

Teaching the pupils is not only the responsibility of teachers but also for the parents.

The school provides programs to cater the needs of pupils just to continue schooling.

Think of the people who finished their studies but have no jobs. And to the pupils who do not finish their studies will have difficulty also to find a job someday.

The world is our stage. We are born in a competitive world. So let us help each other to reach our goals. Let us all make ourselves to the top. It is truly a fulfilling emotion if each one of us is successful in our chosen fields of responsibility.

“

How can we sure that they know the value of education?

FAIRANDSQUARE

Gwyneth Palabrica Hold your future

Some Filipinos are favor and some are not regarding the Reproductive Health Bill (RH Bill) by using contraceptives. A lot of women die because of pregnancies. It is due to less awareness of women on having an affair with men who don’t even have plans when women get pregnant.

For me, I am favor of using contraceptives because I believe that women should have the freedom of choice. By using contraceptives, many women can freely abort or stop getting pregnant if they don’t want to get pregnant.

Catholic Church is still against on this bill. They say that using contraceptives or aborting a child is like killing a baby God has given to them.

baby God has given to them. Many priests are against in this act and are really pursuing on encouraging Filipinos and our government leaders o stop this bill to be implemented.

The government implements this act because they want to decrease the number of population in this country. Over population causes many families to be jobless and mostly staying poor as they are.

So RH Bill should really be passed or approved by the government. It does many good advantages for us Filipinos, although it does have a lot of disadvantages, too. This is a way by the government to decrease the growing population. Still, even with or without this act, it’s in our hands to decide our own future.

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population causes many families to be jobless and and mostly staying poor as they are.

Mary Princess Yvon Piamonte

SJES prepares for the ‘Big One’

Photo caption: jmestabaya

COVER YOUR HEAD. Students practice the seriousness of the earthquake drill in preparation of “The Big One.”

| Luis Miguel Lucindo Municipal office in Calamba made an Earthquake Drill for the preparation of students in Calamba including San Juan ElemantarySchool(SJES).

Michael P. De Vale; coordinator on earthquake drill, says the drill is for the preparation and the safety of the students, so they can be prepared.

“We will do this kind of activity here in our school because we want to be ready and avoid on what happen in Visayas” also he added.

He also give precautionary measures to the students.

SJES takes the science congress

6 out of 8 awards won of San Juan Elementary School (SJES) in the Science and Technology Fair and Congress which aims to promote Science and Technology consciousness among youth.

Erica Caldozo, Grade Six pupil won 2nd Place in the Canvass Painting. In the Science Quiz Bee, Luis Miguel Lucindo (Grade 6) 2nd Place, Alexah Pandez (Grade 5) 1st Place and Eunice Paggabao (Grade 4) 2nd Place respectively.

Mrs. Marilyn P. Montalbo, Grade 6 adviser won 1st Place in the Teacher category Quiz Bee and 1st Place in Innovative Instructional Material. She made a Pop-up Body Systems according to the Least Learned Competencies based in the NAT Result.

10 Disaster Preparedness Tips You Can Use Before anEarthquake

September is National Preparedness Month and, in celebration of this annual disaster readiness campaign, here are some tips to prepare before an earthquake..

1. Know the emergency numbers and contact details of the local fire department, police, hospitals and barangay officials.

2. Know the nearest evacuation area from your house.

3. Know the earthquake evacuation plan in our school or workplace.

4. Know how to evacuate infants, children, persons with disabilities or the elderly in your house.

5. Know the initial response during an earthquake (Duck-Cover-Hold).

6. Free the overhead shelves or cabinets from heavy objects that may injure people.

7. Strap or bolt to the walls or floor the heavy furniture, cupboards and other appliances.

8. Store food and drinking water for possible earthquakes.

9. Know if you are near from any bodies of water.

10. As a result of an earthquake, know if we are vulnerable to possible tsunamis.

However, participants in the Grade 3 quiz bee and jingle contest did not win. The theme of the year’s congress was “Pushing the Frontiers of Science through innovation and excellence.”

The congress also intends to strengthen skills of teachers in research and pedagogy. There are brackets for the contest. Video presentation was for the Grade 3 teachers. Sci-folio, research and Science Investigatory Project for Master Teachers .

“I am happy because we bag many awards in the science congress. Maybe this is the evidence that we can excel in the competitions like this.” Montalbo said.

“I will work hard to defend my place and make a name” Paggabao said.

The earthquake drill is done usually monthly so that the teachers and the pupils will have an idea on what will them going to do if there is really an earthquake

However, the Department of Education (DepEd) take survey in different schools in Calamba so they can know the preparedness of the families during, before and after the earthquake.

“Ginagawa rin natin itong drill para hindi rin mag-panic ang mga bata at para alam nila ang gagawin habang lumilindol,” De Vale said.

‘Gulayan sa Paaralan’ promotes health for pupils

The Department of Education (DepEd) gave memorandum on having a ‘Gulayan sa Paaralan’ in each school which promotes healthy nutrition of the pupils because it the vegetables coming from the garden will be included in the feeding program.

vegetable garden

provides the school feeding program.

The city government joins the program through the Lingap Pang-Agrikultura project of City Mayor Justine Marc Chipeco and the Sangguniang Panlungsod . The City Agricultural Services Department distributed different seeds such as sili, pechay and mustasa to name some was given to each school to be planted in the school gulayan project.

San Juan ES uses the vegetables coming from the garden in their daily feeding of undernourished pupils. Mrs. Rubylou Oliveros, teacher assigned in the garden together with five pupils monitored daily the vegetables.

“Noong binisita ang garden ng mga tagamunisipyo sabi nila maganda daw pero kelangan pa ng pondo para mas maging maayos,” Oliveros said.

Meanwhile, the pupils assigned to monitor the garden improve it already by building fences. They said that the vegetables will be more safe from stray animals and to the children as well who play in the court every vacant periods .

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GIFTED HANDS. Erica Caldozo, Grade Six pupil paints her masterpiece in the Science Canvass Painting contest which garners the 2nd Place.

| Jasmin Joy Cielo

Photo caption: jmestabaya HEALTHY VEGIES. Gerald Hiban, one of the Grade Five Pupils monitors daily the

which

| Bernard Anilov Alvarez

Have you experience to have red eyes? It is an itchy feeling. You can experience discomfort, burning, gritty sensation, photophobia (sensitivity to light), pain, difficulty opening eyes after sleeping, eyelids stuck together after sleeping, watery discharge, soreness, runny nose, and sore throat. The lymph glands are sore (lymph glands are your body’s defensive filter, they are located behind the ears).

In San Juan ES, there are several pupils in the primary and intermediate grades who experienced the same ailment. They had experience that almost half of the class has sore eyes. Teachers advised them not to go in school for a week until they are not well. One of the Grade Six pupils, who experienced it, was Jasmin Joy Cielo. Her doctor gave her treatment and advised her to take a rest but she did not make an absent in class. “Parang may buhangin sa loob ng mata ko tapos paggising ko sa umaga mahirap imulat ang mata,” Cielo said. In her case, she said that she just rubbed her eyes and it triggers already for her eyes to sore.

The doctor told her that sore eyes can affect one or both eyes. The eyes may feel as if a foreign object is in them, or they may feel tired, heavy, and hard to keep open. A common cause of sore eyes is conjunctivitis or pink eye. Symptoms generally peak within three or four days and last up to two weeks.

Love your Eyes or Suffer from RED

Sore eyes can be caused by a variety of things. In most cases they are caused by staring at a computer screen or book for too long.

According to the experts, our eyes may be- come sore after a long day at work or if we have been deprived of sleep. An incorrect eyeglass pre- scription may also lead to sore eyes. Other causes may include airborne irritants such as chemicals, smoke, smog, animal dander, and pollen; contact lens wear; excessive rubbing of eyes; inflammation caused by allergens or infections; too much sun exposure; dry eyes and viral infections such as the common cold.

The best thing you can do if we have sore eyes is to seek medical attention. Catching an eye problem early can prevent further damage to your eyes. Ophthalmologist may prescribe an anti-inflammatory or antibiotic eye drops or ointment. Antiviral medications may also be in store. To relieve discomfort at home, we can try applying warm compresses to our eyes for five to ten minutes three times a day.

Additional steps we can take to reduce the soreness include getting more sleep at night, drinking plenty of water throughout the day, eating a well-balanced diet, avoiding rubbing our eyes and taking “eye breaks” from activities that may be causing eye strain.

In most cases sore eyes can be relieved with proper treatment of the underlying cause. Depending on the cause, it may be up to two weeks before you see any progress

S TARS ANYTIME

We usually see stars during nighttime. But is there a possibility to see them anytime of the day? Yes, maybe you have experienced it already in your eyes but you don’t know the reason why.

A phosphene is a phenomenon characterized by the experience of seeing light without light actually entering the eye. The word phosphene comes from the Greek words phos (light) and phainein (to show). Phosphenes that is induced by movement or sound are often associated with optic neuritis.

Phosphenes can be directly induced by mechanical, electrical, or magnetic stimulation of the retina or visual cortex as well as by random firing of cells in the visual system. Phosphenes have also been reported by meditators commonly called nimitta, people who go for long periods without visual stimulation.

The most common phosphenes are pressure phosphenes, caused by rubbing the closed eyes. They have been known since long time ago and described by the Greeks.The pressure mechanically stimulates the cells of the retina. Experiences include a darkening of the visual field that moves against the rubbing, a diffuse colored patch that also moves against the rubbing, a scintillating and ever-changing and deforming light grid with occasional dark spots and a sparse field of intense blue points of light.

Pressure phosphenes can persist briefly after the rubbing stops and the eyes are opened, allowing the phosphenes to be seen on the visual scene.

Another common phosphene is "seeing stars", from a sneeze, laughter, a heavy and deep cough, blowing of the nose, a blow on the head or low blood pressure (such as on standing up too quickly or prior to fainting). It is possible these involve some mechanical stimulation of the retina, but they may also involve mechanical and metabolic, stimulation of neurons of the visual cortex or of other parts of the visual system.

Most vision researchers believe that phosphenes result from the normal activity of the visual system after stimulation of one of its parts from some stimulus other than light. Whatever fantastic things happen to us everyday. We should take care our body system most especially our eyes. It is the ‘window of our soul.

Benefits of breastfeeding

| Mary Princess Yvon Piamonte

July celebrates the Nutrition Month with the theme “Timbang Iwasto sa Tamang Nutrisyon at Ehersisyo”.

A good nutrition starts from the milk given by our mothers. Here are some benefits of breast-feeding from the internet which helps young ones to start for a good nutrition.

Science has proved that breast- fed babies have a healthier start in life. Human milk contains balance of nutrients that closely matches infant requirements for brain development, growth and a healthy immune system. Human milk contains immunologic agents and other compounds that act against viruses, bacteria and parasites. Since an infant’s immune system is not fully developed until age 2, human milk provides distinct advantage over formula.

It also provides protection against the germs that a baby or a mother carry.

But infants aren’t the only ones who benefit from breast-feeding. Mothers, too, are the recipients of many positive hormonal and physical effects.

Breast-feeding releases a hormone in a woman’s body that causes her uterus to return to its normal size and shape more quickly and reduces blood loss after delivery. With these benefits ,a motherhood once engaged in breastfeeding.

Mangosteen fruit scientifically known as Garcinia mangostana is a tropical evergreen tree, believed to have been originated in Indonesia and is widely available in several South East Asian regions like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam and also in some regions of Africa.

The purple Mangosteen, also known as ‘Mangustan‘ in Hindi is acclaimed for its unique appearance and flavor is often revered as queen of the tropical fruits, especially in the orient.

The fruit has three major parts: the deep purple rind; the white edible flesh which is segmented like oranges and the seeds, found within the flesh. The seeds are extremely bitter in taste and are inedible while the flesh has a soft fragrance with a sweet taste.

Mangosteen Health Benefits:

MANGOSTEE

The health benefits of mangosteen are known since 18th century and it has been proven that these benefits are not just mythical. Here are some of the mangosteen fruit health benefits.

1. Antioxidants:

Scientific Research has revealed that Mangosteen contains a class of naturally occurring polyphenol compounds known as xanthones. There are two types of xanthones in this fruit – alpha mangosteen and gamma mangosteen. Xanthones and their derivatives have been shown to have several benefits, including anti-inflammatory. Xanthones are an effective remedy against various cardiovascular diseases. These antioxidants have healing properties which heal cells damaged by free radicals, slow down aging and ward off degenerative diseases and physical and mental deterioration.

2. Low Calories:

This fruit is very low in calories (63 calories per 100 g) and contains no saturated fats or cholesterol. Nonetheless, it is rich in dietary fiber (100 g provides about 13% of RDA), which can be very important for individuals who are concerned about putting on excess body weight.

3. Vitamin C:

It is rich in vitamin C and contains about 12% RDA per 100g. Being a powerful water soluble anti oxidant. vitamin C provides resistance against flu like infectious agents and scavenge harmful pro-inflammatory free radicals. Therefore consumption of fruits rich in vitamin C is vital for developing resistance against diseases. Folate plays an important role in foetal development and evolution of new cells in the body. This particular vitamin is vital during pregnancy and protects neutral tube effects.

4. Bloodflow:

It improves the blood flow by causing dilation of blood vessels which helps to protect us against certain diseases like atherosclerosis, high cholesterol, heart congestion and severe chest pains. By increasing the amount of blood flow to the eye, Vitamin C in mangosteen is effective against cataracts.1000mg Vitamin C per day is said to be effective in curbing cataracts and improving vision.

5. Reduces Cholesterol:

Diet rich in mangosteen is helpful in reducing the level of cholesterol in human body. It also helps to control the level of triglycerides to take care of proper working of human heart.

Pillar of Good Will

| Chanel Angela C. Manahan

There are the bones that protect our internal organs. The human skeleton of adults has 206 bones, but when a child is born, they actually have 300 bones, then when they grow up, they have the bones joined together.

NThe skeleton bones had actually protects some most important organs. The first bone was skull, it is the head bone, which it protects and carries our brain and support our face. The second bone the ribcage or rib; it forms a shape of a cage around the heart and lungs. The third bone was the spinal column or backbone, it protects our spinal cord. The fourth bone was the pelvic bone or pelvis, it protects our lower organs and supports us when sit, and it is the largest bone of body and the whole skeleton.

The skeleton other bones .The have the smallest body, it is called stir- rup, it is even inside the ear. The longest and strongest bone in the body is the bone called femur. The most largest bone in the bodyis called pelvis orpelvicbone.

The skeleton bones also need some nutrients like calcium and energy so it could be strong and healthy. To make our bones strong every time, we need to drink milk and eat fish everyday, and also walkin sunlight.

|MarilynMontalbo

Pedophile, I don’t know . ?

Pedophile is a psychiatric disorder in which an adult or older adolescent experiences a primary or exclusive sexual attraction to children, generally age 11 years or younger. Some people make fun of it even though they don't know what really is it. A study has been made and conclude facts which opens the perception of the pedophiles.

These are the five facts you don't know. by Robert Evans, David Prescott, Dr. James Cantor

5. Not All Pedophiles MolestChildren.

One of the common misconception of all people. They jump into conclusions that it is an act of child abuse but it is somehow a rare reality but not all pedophile is attracted only to children but they can be into adults too but very unlikely with the attraction to children.

4. Society Has No Idea What to Do With NonOffendingPedophiles

This misconception is nonsense. why would people must over think about pedophile? If they will do wrong or right. Yes some of them are really abusive but have you ever overlook to oth- ers that are not?

3. Society Doesn't Recognize It as an Illness ... Even Though Science Does.

Do you know this illness? Pedophilia is the term for this illness. Many of us are really not knowledgeable about the illness but only those people who study human behaviors or the psychiatrists.

2. There Are Supposedly Victimless Forms of Child Pornography ... But the Law Has No Idea How to Deal With Them.

There are many kinds of programs for these kind of acts, but do they accommodate it? No. Why? because they prefer to earn than save lives of this children.

1. The law prevents treatment of pedophiles ... until it's toolate.

If the law will not allow to treat them? then who will strive against the law? incidents about these acts will definitely lessen there records in time.

Song Review:

| Emeriza V. Red

Godgave meyou

up

perfectly. It was quick.” He himself was even amazed on how his composition turned out.

Now let’s take a closer look at the lyrics and melody. The song’s melody is shapely and memorable, and Dave Barnes did not make use of highfalutin words in making the lyrics yet he was able to make it catchy and something that everyone could relate on, specially the lyrics, I” didn't have a prayer, didn't have a clue then out of the blue, God gave me you...” It was like every single word in this song was written for us, designed to make us fall in love, made to flashback those moments when we were still madly in love with our first love.

This song had really become the nation’s number one track not just because this is the theme song of ALDUB but because this song all made us feel like we’re on cloud 9. Made us believe that we could soar high and made us feel that we could do anything with love. Just like the love team of Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza, this song was truly made in heaven.

An 11-year old girl named Riley and five little voices in her mind; Anger, Disgust, Fear, Joy and Sadness. The film talks about that every joy that we have we need sadness to comfort us.

This movie is about depicting General Luna’s leadership during the Philippine American War. Also in this movie, show the mystery of his death of General Luna.

The film tackles about lives of five successful mistresses whose have built a friendship due to their similarities. They challenge their friendship when Stella trapped on a big problem.

Social Networks 101

|Marilyn Montalbo

Photo credit: mymovieworldcoolman0304.blogspot.com

This movie dramatizing the life of Felix Manalo; first executive minister of Iglesia Ni Cristo and his peculiarities.

Social Network offers a great deal of escaping the monotony of everyday life. It also a great way to stay connected to the world. But social network has its advantages and disadvantages that affect on our society but mostly to the students. Social Network is the use of internet-based social programs to connect with families, friends, classmates and even with random people who they met on social media. We can say social network is one of the best invention created by mankind. Through this we can communicate easily even at long distance, it can help teenagers be friendly anytime and anywhere and help student to acquired knowledge. But, most of the student nowadays use social network as a way of communication mostly with their friends and colleagues. It is an advantage of using social network but slowly verbal communications is being forgotten. Here are some of the advantages, it can bring people together, through group chat people can connect with each other and build some bond, literacy on technological advancement because using computer and other modern technologies we can grasp some information. And the most important advantage of social network is it can be a breadth of knowledge for students because they can have a better access on our society, broader opinions and world views and be updated on everything. But if there are advantages of using it, there are also disadvantages. The first disadvantage of social network is, it is being a distraction for studying because students get addicted to social networking websites and they get distrait by using it and tend to forget they’re school works that leads to fail their academics. Some of the other disadvantages are health problems for using it until midnight that cause lack of sleep, it also cause lack of spending time with their families because they use their time on updating their facebook and retweet what’s on trend on twitter. And the most disadvantage part of using social network is the loss of sense of privacy and it can be very dangerous mainly for the students because they put all their personal information on their SNS account that can be easily track by strangers and use for their own satisfaction. So the advantages and disadvantages of using social network listed above, we can say that it really has a broad range of concern for the students and in our society.

Social network can be very helpful if we know how to use it properly and we know the risk of using it. Student should be aware of the positive and negative effects brought by social network so they can use it accordingly on what they desire. So to all the students, use social network as much as you want as long as you know the effects and what you can get from using it and if it is still healthy on your lifestyle and cannot ruin your studies. Remember “We don’t have a choice on whether we do social media; the question is how well we do it.” –Erik Qualman.

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It is a big place and I am really not sure how long it has been since. I got so engaged checking on all the available sizes, designs and innovative details of those kitchen wares before I realized I got time warp.

So, what now? Thinking of how and why definitely would not matter at this point. The content of this trolley basket which is the reason I am here on the first place now lost its importance. I can even just leave it to hasten my pace. My mind is telling me to run and hurry up. But somehow for a known reason, I can feel my heart calm and steady. It is just my conscious mind giving me the pressure of what needs to be done.

Ok, so I am now at the Customer Service/Information Counter. First step is done. well, that is it! There and seated patiently. His conversation with a female counter clerk seems to have been cut as he had noticeably glanced at me. The lady then blurted out: “Ma’am, anak nyo po?” Oh, yes! That is my son and obviously I lost sight of him somewhere in that supermarket. Yet, knowing that he knows what to do did not set me to panic.

We, mothers are programmed to worry about our children in all aspects. We generally want them to be safe so they can live life to the fullest. Yet somehow, worry can be contained if we are confident that they can manage to make it on their own.

I was told then that my son approached them at the counter and said: “My Mom is lost”. And even before they can react, he started telling them my name. He told them the name of his Dad, his Grandparent’s and our address complete with our contact numbers. They said, if I didn’t show up then they are about to call our home and bring my kid there. Because my son, even said they just have to accompany him to ride the jeepney and he will show them the place.

It made me smile. Not with the funny idea that “I am the one lost” but with the pride that he had done exactly what we have told them to do in such cases.

Information is very crucial. It is basic to awareness and preparation. I am glad that we have communicated then with our kids about such scenarios. Yet, we still need to let them know more as life is continuing and there are always situations they need be ready of. Being ready in every situation should be everyone’s pressing concern. This fact has always been grabbed by our mundane world.

What are the things or situations that we need to be ready of? Well, we really need to sit and make a list of it. It seems easy to do but seriously doing it takes an effort. I honestly end up not doing it most of a time. So, when my kids went home one day giving me this paper to answer I was pulled back to the consciousness of preparedness.

Thank God! The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued DO 27, s. 2015. The questionnaire on my hand is one of the highlights of the school’s activities to promote family earthquake preparedness. I truly appreciate this DepEd Program on Disaster Awareness and Preparation. I felt the continuing effort they are making for the learners and teachers. I may not anymore in school like my kids but I am still included as a learner. Every questions I tried to answer heightens my realization and adds desire to work on it. It is indeed true that everyone needs to be involved with the preparation of emergencies such as earthquake. Our earth is aging and nature has its way of renewing life. We either integrate our lives with its processes or be caught by grief and devastation of its blow.

One thing I found out is that, disaster is always sudden and surely disrupts life. We can definitely work to prevent it but we can also be prepared for it at the same time. If we choose to live then we need to choose living it right and how to survive our wrong choices. Since, disaster can be a product of human mistakes as well.

Often, it is not just a single event. Our human follies to nature can be various so, it may result to a string of consequences. Not just earthquakes. There can be volcanic eruption, floods, tsunamis, hurricanes and the list can go on. Again our information gained can be used to make us aware of it cause and be prepared. Each disaster is unique. So, we need to seriously imagine possible hazards and how we can go around it. If it will surely harm us, how can we protect ourselves to lessen the damage?

Mother Nature’s goal is to continue harmony and communing life. What we are preparing for is also reviving our true humanity. Dealing with our safety will make us open our eyes and reflect on things we have done and what we should be doing. It will make us think right and do better. It will move us to reach out and connect. I believe, this is what we should all be trying to do. Let us now strive with the leading we are receiving and start be a community. Increase the level of our awareness and seek the right information. Strong individuals, united families and able communities, standing together can build a wall to prevent, stop and combat catastrophes.

This awareness may cause us worries and may even not make us sleep at night. But don’t fret! I started with answering the questions given by the school and build a plan out of it. I was just praying then for clear cut ways to safety and answers are coming now. I am confident that continuing effort will ensure the safety of my children in different natural or man-made risks be in school, at home or anywhere.

| Arlinda G. Lucindo

Uncle? Who? What?... Uncle Roy’s Home of Super Burger

| Arlinda G. Lucindo

Travelling to Crossing, Calamba I have noticed a vacant front yard with a tarpaulin. Hmmn...Looks like just an ordinary space. It’s along barangay San Juan leading to the heart of the city, where a number of food establishment appears more attractive. It was 10:00 am in the morning then and the house within the property seem to have no one inside. As we passed along, the tricycle driver where I am riding asked: “Ma’am, nakakain na kayo dyan?”(Ma’am, have you eaten there?) Oh! The tarpaulin indeed states “Home of the Super Burger”. Yet it still doesn’t look like a restaurant to me. So, I just brush aside the question. But the driver continued, “Super sarap po dyan. Pinipilahan po. Kami ngang tricycle drivers na madalas dyan minsan di na makakain dahil maghihintay ka pa sa dami ng tao” (It’s very delicious. People are lining up just to eat. Even us, tricycle drivers who used to eat there now needs to wait to be served) Is it really? My curiosity was tickled. I just wondered because I am not seeing what he said. So, I could care less. I went along my day.

But, by 8:00 pm upon going home I was astonished. I passed by the same place and what seem to be deserted in the morning is now over flowing with people. I saw tables in full and standing people are patiently waiting to occupy one. Even the ones standing outside seem not to mind there wait.

Wow! It’s a stunning sight in such a place.

The place is gaining popularity and a lot of reviews are posted in the internet about it. But I stopped wondering now. After several times of dining and knowing the owner personally, I can say the place has “it” to stay in business. Forget about why. Because, the dining experience is so satisfying that you would just end up hanging with the enjoyment and waiting to come back again. And you would definitely do, because their prices are so affordable you don’t have to save much or wait for the next pay check. It is a want that you can surely add within your means.

The place is so accommodating that commoners can feel served first class with the food even if one waited in line or just ate standing. For one thing, Roy its owner would normally come to your table for a little chat just to make sure you are ok with the food and service.

Yes. Roy who is too young to be pictured an uncle, is not fat and bearded as the place’s name would make you imagine. He is not a foreigner or the like. In fact, he is very much from our very own Calamba, Laguna. And although he had come up with this American popularpresented in a New York manner, his aim is to “stuff the people of Calamba with the finest fresh ingredients I can find.” That is even if he goes as far as Davao City to find one. He normally approaches you with a smile and opens up a conversation with: “Is it your first time or third to dine here?”, “Sorry for the long wait”, “Hope we have serve you right” and variation of the likes. This guy is not just a good chef and a health advocate but is also a gem of customer service. Need not to add his being a good employer which is one of the pillars of the place.

The staff started with nephews and nieces whose ages are more like of cousins to him. Even his Aunt and Uncle would come out of their house to check on how to help around. Then family friends later joined the pool of workers. They serve with their casual decent house clothes yet the cleanliness of how they manage to get your order, prepare the food and wait on your table is very organized. Everyone starts to be busy after lunch, preparing the place. Then by 4:00 pm-voila! The entrance is open and the sight of activities begins. In less than 5 minutes you would see all the tables taken and it won’t take long that a number or two guests would be standing outside for a chance to get a space.

At the rate of how the business is running, it seems that every corner of the place is screaming for expansion. But obviously, Uncle Roy wants to keep it low. More than earning, it intends to please and satisfy.

Yes, Uncle Roy wants to serve even to customers outside Calamba but for now, they want the entire Barangay San Juan, City of Calamba down to entire province Laguna to come and meet them. It looks like a clear sky but right now it is like a filthy swamp. Why? What happen to this gem which became rust?

An Ode to a Lonely Hearted Rio

| Isabel Tejada

It is one of the largest rivers in Laguna. In Calamba, it is the largest river in the city. I’ve learned that information in our HEKASI class which tackles about Calamba History. San Juan River is a major source of food and livelihood for many of the residents in the vicinity. It is historically, economically and ecologically significant to the people living along its shoreline.

According to the history, before the Spanish come, people decided to clean the image of San Juan Evangelista in the river. They did not know that the image is the patron of Tanauan, Batangas. After the image was cleaned a strong typhoon came. Tall trees were uprooted. Houses were damaged.

Days followed and the people came to decide that the place itself will be named as ‘San Juan’ in honor to the image. Residents then give importance to the river and the river also gives resources to them. There are fishes and other creatures which provide the villagers in their day to day living.

But through the fast changing lifestyle, it is slowly dying from industrial and household pollution. Today, some of the garbage being found in the river came from the mountains but most often it came from the nearby household. Once a month, the river was being cleaned but only sometimes.

I experience to see some fishermen trying to catch fish in the river early morning. They are positioned over the bridge handling their fishing rods hoping to catch. Some of them are successful.

I can’t imagine if this river will be lost in our landmark in San Juan because of the pollution. Today I can see a rip rap on its side, I think therefore that the barangay or the city government itself was trying to save the river.

As you a young generation, we are hoping that the river will surely be save. It is a landmark which we can call as our ‘own’. Let’s help to protect it and to be saved.

| Dave Ivan Mercado

UP pep Squadpepsquadngbayan

Cheer dance competition is one the highlights of University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) every year.

Each of the eight participating school in this collegiate athletic competition has their own pep

One of the most recognizable squad in cheer dance competition is the UP Pep Squad or simply UP Pep. UP pep squad was formed in 1994 by a group of 5 UP basketball fans known as the "Hecklers" and eventually became the official cheer dance team of the University of the Philip-

Every time the UP pep squad took the court they have always give the audience a good show and at the same time they have always gone for shock

and awe.

With their synchronize moves and breathtaking stunt they always left a lasting imprint.

Every year the squad give the audience different concept, like in 2011 they came out with bleached hair and in 2012 people are astonished as they shaved off their tops as an honor to oblation. The squad won championship for eight non-championship for eight

UP pep squad has shown that they are unbeatable and a strong opponent.

With their passionate love in dancing and a world class talent they left a strong mark in the cheer dance competition here in

the Philippines.

UP pep squad has shown that they are unbeatable and a strong opponent. With their passionate love in dancing and a world class talent they left a strong mark in the cheer dance competition here in the Philippines.

Dampa, a popular game among SJES pupils

| Raine Antonette Espela

good because it can make you sweat and it can exerSan Juan Elementary School (SJES) learn to play be needing air and you can get air by tapping in the should move by the air from your tap and you band. Playing dampa can make you lose or win and Argion Kelly Calderon is an example of a pupil When he won he can have rubber band of his oppoand more! When he has enough rubber band, he also play dampa at P1.00 per 5 rubber bands. The spent for food. “Masaya ako pag nakakabili ng paghe said. But sometimes he forgot his education besuaded by playing dampa all the time. Because of often made him also have plenty of absents. the bell rang signifies that it was time already to go inside he still continue to play dampa together with the other chilHis classmates told him to get inside their room. Sometimes in the afternoon during dismissal pupils went home already but one of his classmates saw him playing dampa along the street and his classmates knew that he was absent that day. He get hooked of playing dampa until such time that it causes destruction to his studies already. “Minsan mas pinipili ko pang maglaro ng dampa kesa gumawa ng assignment o pumasok sa school,” Kelly said. He also added that he realize now that he must put on his mind the study and not to overpower his future to this game.

Playing is fun and we can gain many friends. But life is empty without education because it is a most precious gift to us. Life will be better if you

Pandez, Inacay, step to City Meet

| Dave Ivan Mercado

Two students from San Juan Elementary School (SJES) bagged places in chess from the District Meet in Jose Rizal Memorial School (JRMS) last September 23, 2015.

Due to the outmost intelligence, Alexah Kheanlee Pandez from grade V-Narra got the 3rd Place and Sunshinefrom Grade V-Acacia nipped down in 4th Place.

In the last round of the game, Pandez and Inacay battle each other to compete for the 3rd Place spot. But at the end of the game, Inacay loses from the game.

Pandez and Inacay defeat eight different schools from east

District.

According to Pandez, although she do not won 1st place, she is happy and satisfied on her victory.

According to Rochelle Marasigan; coach in chess, Pandez will achieve more victory because in her young age, she will face more training and competitions that enhance her to be a chess master someday.

“Maipagpapatuloy nya pa yung career nya kapag dumating na siya ng Grade VI.” also she added.

SJES defeats LES in a friendly-game

San Juan Elementary School (SJES) gave their best hits to win over Looc Elementary Shool (LES) ,2-1, in a very close battle, they manage to survive because of Timothy Jake Santillas best spikes in the Men’s Volleyball practice game held at San Juan covered court, September 4,2015.

San Juan got the throne at the first set ,25-23, and Looc came back to claim their seat ,25-27, in the second set but San Juan never give chance to Looc to win again,15-18, in the third set.

San Juan came back to get their victory but they made it 15 points to win the game because there is no enough time and San Juan managed to demolish Looc in the third set ,they won because of their team effort combined with Santillas’ excellent

performance and they won successfully.

San Juan edged over Looc and proved they to win the first set, San Juan gave their best efforts to have the victory over Looc and they won in a very close battle.

At the second set the Looc and San Juan struggled, teared each other and gave their best hits to win the game, they even edge over the 25 points of the winning score, but Looc still won in the game.

According to Alvin Mangulaban the trainer of San Juan said that they need to improve their defense in the game, strategy inside the court and discipline to able them to show their talent in playing volleyball.

Team Extra relays over Team Unli

Teachers belonged to the Team Extra dominated there victory over Team Unli in the Ball Relay during their Team-building, May 24, at Shercon Resort and Ecology Park, Batangas.

During the first round, the two teams both were eager to get the round. Each team leader attended their group mates seriously. They coached each other on what strategy they were going to do in order to win.

Team Unli got the first round but Team Extra did not stop to overcome the winning of their opponent. Mrs. Joan Centeno, one of the members of Team Extra said that they should struggle to fight more.

“Kaya natin ‘yan,” Ms. Jasmine Martirez said, assigned leader from the Team Extra.

Meanwhile, the game continued until the Extra won the second round. Meanwhile the Unli got several faults in passing the ball using the tube. “Masikip kasi yung pipe kaya di makaroll ang bola,” Mrs. Marilyn Montalbo said, one of the members of Unli.

Few seconds left from the several rounds of the game and finally Unli did not able to make it. Team Extra won the game.

“Okey lang yun, nag-enjoy naman tayo,” Mrs. Digna Tolentino said, assigned team leader of Team Unli.

Both of the two groups realized the main objective of team-building not only in sports but most of all in the field of their chosen career as teachers.

QUIET MOVE. Sunshine Inacay (left) playing last Intramurals that use as her key to compete in District Meet Level. .

Photo caption: d.i.mercado

DEFENSE. Bernard Alvarez (right) blocking the toss of the opponent

Photo caption: d.i.mercado

| Raine Antonette Espela

UNLI EFFORT. Tean Unli shows their cooperation during the losing minute in the Ball Relay during the Teachers’ TeamBuilding at Batangas.

Photo caption: jmestabaya

| Jonalyn Estabaya

Angel’s team wins hanky ride

TeamAngels made their victory to win in the Hanky Ride during the Leadership Training of the SJES (San Juan ES) pupils, October 16, 2015.

The team had difficulty to connect the handkerchiefs at first because they need to go back to their line if it happened to pull.

“Yung iba pong mga panyo ay maliliit ang size kaya nahirapan kaming ibuhol pero kinaya naman,” Khalid Modiarat said, team leader.

The team ran as fast as they can to defeat the other groups but they were unable to get over them because some of their group mates were small coming from the lower grades. Ms. Angelica Lamberte, teacher assigned to their group push

them to win.

Meanwhile, they still continue to run and supported their group mates. This time, the game made smoothly. The team left two to three members now ready to be picked until they will win. The other groups are with the same situation.

Team Angels finally won the game because of the eagerness and unity of the group. They were congratulated by the other groups.

“Masaya po yung laro namin kasi may excitement at pabilisan tapos natuto kami magkaroon ng unity lalo na nung malapit na kaming matalo,” Trisha Gentulio, one of the members

EDITORIAL

Playing is fun. It can make us perspire and laugh. A big decision will set unto us. Are we choosing computer games, physical sports or ‘laro ng lahi’?

According to the survey, our teachers in their generation are loves to play also. They usually play laro ng lahi such as patintero, Chinese garter, piko and luksong lubid. Some of these games are continuously disappearing today.

We believe that laro ng lahi is better than computer games because it can exercise our minds and body. It is really nice to play under the heat of the sun and meet other friends. There are also some games to choose like playing basketball, badminton, tennis and other outdoor games.

We can conclude that playing computer games is not a good habit. It makes us unhealthy for the screen’s radiation can affect our eyes. Some believe that sitting for hours is like smoking. Other children skip their meals because they are hook in front of the screen. Parents need to set time for their children to play computer games.

We should balance our time to rest and play. We should not do away to think our health because Health is Wealth. Whatever we do it will affect us.

CANDIDVIEW

Road will be taken

Manny Pacquiao won many titles like being a WBO welterweight champion and we can tell that he is a good boxer. He is going to take another fight, but this time it won’t be boxing .He just announced that he will be running for senator in the 2016 Philippine general elections. Is he ready to take its wrath?

He also made an announcement of his bid for a higher Senate. Pacquiao is having a strong chance to run in 2016 because based on the surveys he is in the top 12 in senatorial preference surveys of the 24 senate seats up for elections in May 9, 2016.

Pacquiao didn’t say under which party would be running. He also didn’t say if he will pursue his boxing career once he is elected as senator in 2016.

Pacquiao is known to be ally of VP Binay, even if Binay is accused of corruption when he was still the major in Makati. But Pacquio is known to value loyalty and commit to support Binay.

“In the coming days, I will be embracing new levels of responsibility. I will be confronting tough challenges,” Pacquiao told his constituents in Saranggani.

Pacquaio said that his second term as congressman will soon be over but he will continue to be of service our fellow Filipinos. Some believe that it is good for Pacquiao to run any position in the government. Only that he should stay humble and true to the countrymen.

NOLIMITS

Twist of Fate

Gilas Pilipinas is ready to compete the wild card tournament to go in Rio Olympics Game. Gilas got the silver medal in Federation International Basketball Association (FIBA) Asia Men’s Basketball 2015 and Jones Cup Men’s Basketball 2015. What is the reason of Gilas Pilipinas why they did not get the gold medal in the two titles.

What is the incomplete game of Gilas in China on the Finals of FIBA Asia 2015, defense or offense?We believe that the incomplete game of Gilas is defense because if they have strong resist they will have chance to win.

On the Finals, the game was about Gilas against dirty game of China because China defeated Iran in Semi-finals in FIBA. Some believe that China shown their dirty tactics.

Iran basketball team got the gold medal in the Jones Cup 2015 against Gilas. Iran showed their wild game and they broke the powerful defense to Gilas. How did Gilas Pilipinas won the two titles from their big and strong opponent? Gilas compete to the wild card tournament to go in Rio Olympics Game next year.

Being a Filipino, we are dreaming for being our country’s pride. We just have to make confidence and faith.

Dave Ivan Mercado

Raine Antonette Espela

| Raine Antonette Espela

FUN RUN. Team Angel runs for the win off the hanky ride during the Leadership Training.

SJES tosses Volleyball team to City Meet

San Juan Elementary School (SJES) nipped the victory over Uwisan Elementary School (UES) because of Timothy Jake Santillas’ excellent performance that made San Juan nail the victory, 2-1, for the Men’s Volley ball District Meet held at Palingon Volleyball Court, September 23, 2015.

San Juan managed to win, 2521, in the first set but Uwisan never gave up and won over San Juan, 1925, in the second set ,San Juan came back to claim their victory, 15-6, in the third set.

Moreover, SJES urged to have their throne in the first set and won in a very close battle, they won because of their team effort.

Meanwhile SJES managed to paste a seven straight points in the third set before Uwisan could score in the game, until they demolish the

opponent with the difference of nine points.

Fabian of Uwisan came back to revenge and won for their team, until they demolish SJES in the second set but Uwisan can’t continue having the victory until the end of the game.

Before San Juan became the champion they first became the twice to beat because they beat a three straight games, they able to beat Calamba Elementary School (CES), Lecheria Elementary School (LES) and Uwisan.

When San Juan and Uwisan fought for the Championship. Fabian of Uwisan woke up and won in their second game but San Juan is twice to beat so, they faught again but Uwisan can’t catch up and let San Juan win in the Championship.

SJES held intrams

Presentation of the different levels in the Intramurals August 14, 2015 gives one of the highlights in the activity helps to promote good healthyhabitsofthechildren.

Primary graders presented a dance and so the Kinder pupils. DepEd issued a memorandum on celebrating Intramurals per school. In Calamba City, small schools have a one-day celebration while big

NOTHING BEATS A CHAMPION. Jana Garcia and two other Grade IV pupils lead the Intermediate pupils dancing the Champ Moves courtesy of Milo Energy drink during the Intrams 2015.

schools have two-day celebration. San Juan made the activity for a day.

“It is good to have an activity like this because the pupils were given a chance to show their skills in playing and most of all the value of being sports”, one of the parents said.

Another highlight of the activity is the search for the Mr. and Ms. Intrams. The pupils from Grade IV under the advisorship of Mrs. Digna Tolentino won the search.

Meanwhile, different games like volleyball and chess was played by the Intermediate pupils while Primary children was played by the intermediate while the primary children played laro ng lahi. The Intrams made the opportunity to scout for the pupils who have potentials to join the District Meet.

SJES was declared as the champion in the Volleyball Boys all over Calamba last District Meet. The volleyball team was composed by the Intermediate pupils and trained by their coaches Mr. Bello and Ms. Martirez.

“Masaya kami nung nanalo dahil naipakita namin na magaling ang mga taga-San Juan ES at sports,” Ambrocio, one of the players said.

Group 2 jumps over other groups in Sack Race

| Isabel Tejada

Primary pupils were divided into four groups during the Intrams August 14 which made Group 2 won in the Sack Race, which promotes the Larong Pinoy forthe new generation.

Group 2 got the victory because of their persistent jumps and balance skills which made the other groups lose.

At the beginning of the game, the Group 4 was the fastest but the Group 2 is catching up until they first reach the finish line.

Group 2 showed cooperation and teamwork because they knew that it is a way to defeat their opponent.

“Alam naming kelangan naming ng cooperation para manalo kamin kaya yun ang ginawa namin,” one of the members said. They added that they are happy to win the game.

Meanwhile, the other groups said that they are still happy because they enjoy the game although they lose. “Sa susunod po gagalingan pa naming kasi alam na namin ang technique,” one the members said.

THE SMILE OF A CHAMP San Juan ES wins the 1st Place in the Men’s Volley ball District Meet.

Photo caption: g.palabrica

| Raine Antonette Espela

Photo caption: jmestabaya

| Raine Antonette Espela