The Pascian Journal Volume 2 Issue No. 1 (S,Y, 2019-2020)

NEWS

EDITORIAL

FEATURE ǀ HIGHLIGHT

Teachers Day, ipinagdiwang

Strive for Pride

A Glorious Reign

Ipinakita ang pagpapahalaga sa mga guro ng PCNSciHS sa selebrasyon ng Teacher’s Month

The SOGIE bill simply aims to discourage gender and sexualitybased discrimination

Getting to know Adrianne, role model of scribes

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Pascian Journal

OFFICIAL SCHOOL PUBLICATION OF PASAY CITY NATIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL

2888 VERGEL ST., PASAY CITY, METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES

VOLUME II ISSUE NO. 1 | SCHOOL YEAR 2019-2020

SEMINARS

CIC holds seminar for Grades 7-9 Some PaScians partake in forum themed “It All Begins in the Mind”

BY JHULIUS BUHAY The Quantum

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PASCIAN PRIDE. Winning scribes of Pasay City National Science High School in the 2019 Regional Schools Press Conference display their medals and certificates at their courtesy call in SDO-Pasay. PHOTO: IRENE DELOS NIEVES

Scribes bag awards in RSPC Paradela, Gerobin get top positions on Editors’ Guild

BY VLAD DOMINIC PARADELA The Quantum

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ournalists of Pasay City National Science High School proved once again that they can compete with the very best from the National Capital Region (NCR) as they seized awards in the last Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC), held at Aurora A. Quezon Elementary School in Manila, October 19, 2019.

Mico Guadaña clinched the 6th spot in Pagsulat ng Editoryal with his article about the Build, Build, Build program’s risk and implications.

“It’s very tough to win in the RSPC and I’m really grateful to my family, friends, trainers, and most especially to God,” Guadaña said.

For Feature Writing, Sjienlee Marie Delia and her article on Jeepney Modern-

ization that focused on the perspectives of a jeepney driver about this pending act bagged the 9th place.

“I’m very happy and shocked because it was very unexpected. Definitely my biggest achievement so far,” said Delia.

Both Guadaña and Delia were competing for their final year and they said that winning such awards became more special and sentimental for them.

For the Group Contest, Isabela Manalo won 3rd in Best Script, 6th in Best in Technical Application, and 4th Place Overall in Radio Broadcasting and Scriptwriting.

Dave Gerobin and Mark Tangonan took home the 3rd Place in Best Technical Application, 6th in Best Script, and 6th Overall for Radio Broadcasting and Scriptwriting – Filipino.

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Script, and 6th Overall for Radio Broadcasting and Scriptwriting – Filipino.

In TV Broadcasting and Scriptwriting, Noli Maria Kristina Daylusan placed as the 7th in Best Scriptwriting.

Beatriz Escalante was also victorious, placing 3rd, 4th, and 4th as the Best Anchor, Best Technical Application, and Overall, respectively.

Lastly, Beatriz Concepcion, Ashley Nicole Acal, and Clarence Calleja acquired the 5th Place in Online Publishing – Filipino.

The Scribes competed with an estimated number of 200 students per category, both from different private and public schools in NCR. Mrs. Myra Jaime, School Paper Adviser, was delighted and thankful of the wins despite not having a qualifier for National Schools Press Conference that will be hosted by Region II (Cagayan Valley Region) on February next year.

The writers were trained for weeks under the supervision of Mrs. Jaime

and Mr. Mark Reniel Balolo.

Also, PaSci’s studentjournalists snatched top positions in the NCR Editors Guild. Dave Gerobin won the Presidential position, while Vlad Paradela was triumphant with his Vice President of Finance post.

“Winning such position, especially in a level like this, was such an honor. I will do the best of my ability to fulfill my responsibilities and be a catalyst for change and improvement of the Guild,” Paradela stated.

Mrs. Jaime was also voted as the Secretary of the NCR Secondary School Paper Advisers Association, Inc. ■

INSPIRATION. Hard work pays off as Sjinlee Delia (right) went home triumphant on her final year with her 9th place win.

he Campus Integrity Crusades (CIC) conducted a mental health awareness seminar participated by the students of Grades 7-9, with the theme, “It All Begins in the Mind,” October 17, 2019 at the school’s gymnasium.

The program started with the welcoming remarks from Mrs. Maria Corazon C. Junio, Araling Panlipunan Coordinator, who discussed the objectives and purpose of the seminar.

It was then followed by the introduction of the Resource Speaker, Mr. Bryan Jefferson D. Paragua, School Nurse.

The first discussion was about the signs of depression, followed by the possible ways of preventing the escalation of depression of a student.

He emphasized that there are ways to fight depression and to maintain our mental health which is essential in fighting against depression and preventing suicide.

An open forum was also conducted wherein the students were able to ask questions about the topics discussed, in which were answered by the resource speaker in a manner of a simple conversation.

The event was concluded with the CIC President, Leonard Paul A. Garchitorena, awarding the certifycate of recognition to the resource speaker, followed by the closing remarks of the CIC Adviser, Mr. Marlon Rustico M. Palaganas. ■

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EDITORS: VLAD PARADELA, CARL BELANO

CAMPUS

TEACHER’S DAY, IPINAGDIWANG NI MARIA ISABELA PENA Ang Liwanag

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ilang pasasalamat sa mga nagsilbing pangalawang magulang, idinaos ang selebrasyon ng National Teacher’s Month sa Pasay City National Science High School, ika-5 ng Oktubre na may temang: Gurong Pilipi-no: Handa sa Makabagong Pagbabago.

Samu’t saring pagtatanghal, tulad ng pagsayaw, pagtalumpati, pagsulat ng spoken poetry, at pag-awit, ang isinagawa bilang pasasalamat sa mga guro sa kanilang naging kontibusyon sa buhay ng bawat estudyante, magulang, at sa mga kasapi sa komunidad.

Nagpakitang gilas din ang mga guro sa pagsusuot nila ng kanilang mga ‘hero’ costume sa panahon ng programa na pinamunuan naman ng Supreme Student Government (SSG).

Isa rin sa mga aktibidades na naganap ay ang pagkakaroon ng “Thank you, teachers” wall sa loob ng isang buwan na matatagpuan sa loob ng paaralan. ■

STRONG FOUNDATION. Students of Pasay City National Science High School line up on the celebration of the school’s 17th founding anniversary.

PHOTO: IRENE DELOS NIEVES

FOUNDATION DAY

Wizardy theme for the Students celebrate foundation day with Harry Potter twist, Hufflepuff gets top points

BY CHARLES JAVIER The Quantum

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GALAK. Sina Gng. Myra Jaime at Bb. Muriel Vierneza sa isang palaro sa ginanap na Teacher’s Day sa paaralan.

PHOTO: AEIOU GARCIA

CAMPUS

CAREER ORIENTATION SEMINAR, DINALUHAN NI MARK TANGONAN Ang Liwanag

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uff bagged the championship, followed by Ravenclaw at 2nd Place, Gryffindor at 3rd, and Slytherin at last.

Mr. and Ms. PaScian 2018 Roncel Wayne Bacabac and Amina Julia Mayor were present at the event to crown the next King and Queen of this year’s event.

Special awards were given to candidates before finally announcing the winners of this year’s pageant. The Mr. and Ms. Pascian crowns were passed on to freshman Mark Matthew Vitug (Galileo) from House Gryffindor, and Grade 11 Kristina Daylusan (Sylianco) from House Ravenclaw.

Finally, the Houses were awarded according to the points they earned during the event; Champion – Hufflepuff, 1st Runner up – Ravenclaw, 2nd Runner up – Slytherin, and 3rd Runner up– Gryffindor. ■

CONTESTS

Back to Back. Researchers top in 2019 DSTF Winners to join the RSTF on November

BY VLAD PARADELA The Quantum

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esearchers of Pasay City National Science High School took home awards in different categories during the Division Science and Technology Fair (DSTF), at Epifanio de los Santos Elementary School, last October 11, 2019.

From Junior High School (JHS), Aaron Louis B. Eugenio won 1st in Science Investigatory Project (SIP) Physical Science Individual.

The group of Jellyn De Vera, Franc Laurenz Gunda, and Mark Louie Pastur clinched 2nd place for the team category.

From the Senior High School (SHS), the groups of

Anna Mae G. Bianes and Kyla Osano; Yiezney Aleck Caborda and Shane Magahis; and Myck Arazo, Vlad Paradela, and Kim Siason swept the SIP Life Science Team Category by winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, respectively. In the Individual Category, Aurie Liza Berdos rose above all and ranked 1st.

Ayana Fayne Gaela, Jonathan Calosa, and Brylle Michael Rodis finished with the top spot for the SIP Physical Science Team Category; whilst Jhastine Mae Aguilar, Hazel Capistrano, and Seana Valdez came home with the runnerup spot. John Matthew Narag settled for the runner-up spot in the Individual Category.

In the newly-established competition for last year’s DSTF, the Science Innovation Expo (SIE), Lindsay Agamata, Jamila Lechico, and Francine Espiritu triumphed with the 1st place; and Ethan Bautista, Reinier Dela Cruz, and Ralph

Pedregosa came in 2nd. For the Individual Category, Rei Matthew Romeo came home victorious with his 1st place finish.

Other winners include Suyash Singh, Charles Baldemor, Nyrene Paranga, and John Paul Salvahan, finishing 3rd in the Science Warriors Competition. The group of Sabino Cangas and Laird Kyle Aguinaldo also prevailed during the On the S.P.O.T. Competition, and were named the best group.

“I've never been prouder of our researchers. They proved that they’re the best in our Division and all of these wouldn’t have been accomplished without their hard work and perseverance,” Ms. Johann Shaira Malicana, one of the winners’ Research Adviser said.

“Last year, we gave our hundred percent. This year, we’ll make sure to double our efforts to qualify for the

National level, and even International, because our projects are really deserving of those awards,” Ms. Malicana added as they shift their focus on RSTF. Ms. Malicana, together with Ms. Laureanna Caoctoy, accompanied and trained the students for their respective competitions. ■

PHOTO: JOHANN MALICANA

nilunsad sa paaralan noong nakaraang taon ang Career Orientation Seminar sa World Trade Center para sa mga estudyante ng Senior High School mula sa iba’t ibang mga paaralan.

Kabilang sa mga dumalo ay mga piling mag-aaral ng ika-12 na baitang mula sa Pasay City National Science High School.

Ang mga mag-aaral na dumalo dito ay nanatili sa World Trade Center mula 12:00 n.t. hanggang 4:00 n.h. sa nasabing araw.

Sa simula ay nag-ikotikot muna sila sa mga booth upang kumuha ng mga flyer na naglalaman ng impormasyon ng iba’t ibang mga unibersidad na maaaring pumukaw ng kanilang interes.

Pagkatapos nito, nakinig naman sila sa mga seminar ukol sa mga scholarship na inaalok ng John Crook sa Canada at Department of Science and Technology (DOST) dito sa Pilipinas.■

asay City National Science High school celebrated its 17th Founding Anniversary led by the Student Supreme Government (SSG) with the theme: “Igniting Solidarity and Unity for Sustaining Excellence,” held last June 17, 2019 at the school gymnasium.

With a Harry Potter twist, different grade levels were grouped into four clusters named as the four houses of Hogwarts: Gryffindor (Galileo, Aristotle, Charles, Einstein, Del Mundo), Ravenclaw (Archimedes, Mendel, Dalton, Pascal, Sylianco, Banzon), Hufflepuff (Edison, Darwin, Boyle, Zara, Quisumbing), Slytherin (New-

ton, Linnaeus, Mendeleev, Rutherford, Campos).

The Harry Potter themed program started off with a Zumba dance exercise in courtesy of the MAPEH Department wherein teachers, students, and staff all took part.

Followed by a basketball exhibition game between the school’s boys’ basketball team and a team composed of parents and teachers, wherein the latter dominated the young bloods from Vergel.

The SSG prepared exciting booths for the students to engage in, namely: Escape Rooms, Dedication booth, Music booth, Karaoke booth, Jail booth, and Marriage booth.

The main events of the day, Mr. and Ms. PaScian 2019 and PaScian Got Talent, started off with an opening rema-

rk from the Assistant Principal, Ms. Ivy A. Tanglao, honoring the 17 years of the school and the importance of celebrating the event.

The Mr. and Ms. PaScian properly kicked off with the candidates introducing themselves and showing off their beauty in casual attire while walking down the ramp, followed by a dance production number.

The different clusters clashed with each other with a show of talents during the PaScian Got Talent segment, wherein students from each cluster catered the audience with entertaining dance and song number productions.

Moving to the next part of the pageant was the Question and Answer portion with the candidates wearing their formal attires.

PaScian Got Talent’s awarding came up after, where the House of Hufflep-

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VICTORIOUS. Researchers bagging awards and achievements during the DSTF 2019 held at EDSES on October 11, 2019 FOLLOW US:

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EDITORIAL

EDITORS: ANGELA REYES, MICO GUADAÑA

Strive for Pride.

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BOARD OF EDITORS EDITOR-IN-CHIEFS

DAVE GEROBIN, TQ ADRIANNE REGENCIA, AL

ASSOCIATE EDITORS SJIENLEE DELIA, TQ MICO GUADAÑA, AL

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WRITERS NEWS

VLAD PARADELA, TQ CHARLES JAVIER, TQ MARK TANGONAN, AL ISABELA PEÑA, AL COLUMN

ANGELA REYES, TQ FAITH BASI, TQ MICO GUADAÑA, AL ASHLEY ACAL, AL FEATURE

SJIENLEE DELIA, TQ SPORTS

GILLIAN GAMBOA, TQ JOIE CRUZ, TQ LEI PACHECO, TQ JOVEN SORIANO, AL

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CARTOON BY ROMELITO BOLAÑOS The Quantum

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he colors of the rainbow run bleaker than ever, especially after the rejection of the samesex marriage and the false promise of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte certifying the SOGIE bill as urgent. The continuous struggles of the LGBT+ community are still being pushed back by the opposers voicing out their concerns, claiming that the SOGIE bill would step on the freedom of religion. Should it be passed? It seems as if fellow PaScians are conflicted about the issue as well.

The Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression Bill, or commonly known as the SOGIE bill, aims to eliminate any and all forms of discrimination against the LGBT+ community by proposing appropriate sanctions to be given to any violator.

As far as misconceptions go, members of religious groups, an example being Brother Eddie Villanueva of the Jesus is Lord Movement, stated that they were mainly concerned with the fact that they might not be able to share their Bible-based beliefs on matters of homosexuality and transsexuals due to the threats of punishment.

However, the SOGIE bill simply aims to discourage gender and sexuality-based discrimination. Nowhere in the proposed bill does it state that it prohibits religious groups to express their beliefs. As long as there is no ill or malicious intent involved, then there is nothing to be afraid of.

Pasay City National Science High School is not particularly unfamiliar with the members of the LGBT+ community. Although there

are little to no cases of discrimination or abuse, it is undeniable that certain stigmas and stereotypes still remain inside this institution, student and faculty alike.

Freedom of expression in terms of belief is indeed crucial to one’s individuality; however, is it necessary to commit aggressive actions towards the people who identify as LGBT+? After all, any form of abuse towards another is prohibited whether or not it is due to difference in sexuality, but since these actions remain prevalent, further protection is needed.

The SOGIE bill appears to have been pushed to the sidelines for now, with Duterte preferring to focus on other matters, as suggested by his desire to certify another bill as urgent. The best that we can do for now is educate

ourselves about the provisions of the SOGIE bill before jumping to conclusions.

After all, as students of an institution that promotes exceptional students imbued with proper values and attitudes, and as citizens of a democratic country, it is our responsibility to determine if certain statements concerning our liberty are true or not.

The best that we can do for now is educate ourselves about the provisions of the SOGIE bill before jumping to conclusions.

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IRENE DELOS NIEVES, TQ MARCUS IGNACIO LAY-OUT & DESIGN

ANGELA SEJALBO, TQ JOHN MATTHEW NARAG, AL WILLSON BEJINO, TQ CARTOON

ROMELITO BOLAÑOS, TQ

PUBLICATION ADVISERS MARK RENIEL BALOLO MYRA JAIME

CONSULTANTS JACKYLINE LAGAÑA, ENGLISH ELIZABETH AVILLA, FILIPINO RANDIE PIMENTEL, FILIPINO

AREA COORDINATORS ANNABELA CUSI, ENGLISH SUSANA CALANDRIA, FILIPINO

ASSTISTANT PRINCIPAL MRS. IVY A. TANGLAO

PSDS/OIC-PRINCIPAL MRS. LOVELYNN S. BACERA

BULONG AT SIGAW

Pag-alpas, Pagpapahayag, Pagbabago NI ASHLEY NICOLE ACAL Ang Liwanag

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oon, lapis, papel, at malikhaing isip ang mga pangunahing pangangailangan sa pamamahayag. Kalakip nito ang nakalap na impormasyon base sa katotohanan, opinyon na nais ipahayag, at mga litratong naglalahad ng mensahe sa digital na pamamaraan.

Subalit nang tumagal, umusbong ang isang makabagong paraan — ang teknolohiya.

pinakamasalimuot na panahon ng pamamahayag sa kadahilanang hindi sila tumatanggap ng kung anumang kritisismo. Hindi ka pupwedeng mag-aklas laban sa gobyerno kundi mabubura, hindi lamang ang pangalan mo, kundi pati na rin ang buong pagkatao mo sa mundo. Maraming mamamahayag ang napaskil at nailagay sa diyaryo ngunit hindi dahil sila ay ginawaran ng isang parangal. Bagkus, dahil sila ay nawawala o hindi kaya naman ay pinaslang.

PROTEKSYONG GINAWA

Ang RA 7079 o mas kinikiANG NAKARAAN SA ISANG SULYAP lala bilang Campus Journalism Ayon sa mga biktima, Act of 1991 ay inaprubahan ng noong unang panahon ang Ma- dating Pangulong Corazon Aqurtial Law ang maituturing na ino noong ika-5 ng Hulyo 1991;

kung saan nakapa-loob ang kaligtasang mayroon ang mga mamamahayag pati na rin ang mga mag-aaral.

KALAYAAN SA TANIKALA

Gampanin ng campus press na isabuhay at pangalagaan ang kalayaan sa pagpapahayag ng mga mamamayan. Ayon kay Jose Marie Callueng, isa sa mga kinikilalang mamamahayag sa Rappler, ang kalayaan sa pagpapahayag ang nagsisilbing boses ng mga mamamayan at ito mismo ang dahilan kung papaano sila namulat upang ibagsak ang diktaduryang rehimen ng dating Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos.

KASALUKUYANG KALAGAYAN

Kung pananatilihin ang mal-

ayang pamamahayag, patuloy na mararamdaman ng mga Pilipino ang kanilang pakikisangkot sa mga nagaganap sa paligid. Subalit kasabay nang mabilis na pagpapakalat ng balita, marami rin ang nagiging biktima ng karahasan. Isa si Liliosa Hilao sa mga napakaraming biktima. Siya ang kauna-unaha-ng napaslang na may kaugnayan sa politika. Kinilala rin bilang isang campus journalist sa Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila. Sadyang nakakabahala ang ganitong pangyayari sa ating bansa. Subalit hindi maitatanggi sa kasalukuyang panahon ang katapangang ipinapakita ng ating mga mamamahayag saan mang platform ng media.

Isa na rito ang paggamit ng Internet kung saan patuloy na

mababasa ang mga balita. Kung kaya, ang pagsulong nito ay may ubod na kahalagan marahil mabilis na naipaparating ang anumang balita na dapat malaman ng bawat Pilipino.

Kalakip na mabilis na pagkalat ng balitang totoo, nakikisabay ang paglaganap ng fake news at cyberbullying. Kung kaya, nararapat lamang na maging matalino ang indibidwal sa pag-alam kung ang kaniyang nakikita ay totoo o isang haka-haka lamang.

Marami mang nagbago sa kasalukuyang kalagayan ng pamamahayag, ngunit hindi pa rin dapat mawawala ang mga katangian ng isang tunay na mamamahayag— matapat, mapagmatyag, at walang kinikilingang.

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‘NO HOMEWORK’ POLICY – FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE?

BY FAITH JUVIC BASI The Quantum

Homework – a treacherous burden casted upon students that forces them to endure countless, sleepless nights under the clutches of the recent K-12 education system. A University of Michigan study which dates back to 2004 revealed that the amount of homework has increased by 51% since 1981. More and more students are being suffocated with never-ending schoolwork, sparking the intangible desire of the majority for the absolute removal of these workloads. What happens when their prayers miraculously get answered?

With the implementation of the new bill – ‘No Homework’ Policy, will it be for better – Or for worse?

9:54 PM of August 28, 2019, a statement was released from the Department of Education (DepEd) regarding the latest House Bill filed by Quezon City representative Alfredo Vargas. The House Bill No. 3883 states that, "No homework will be given to students on weekends in both public and private schools,” in hopes of allowing young learners to spend more quality time with their family and friends. On August 29, 2019, Senator Grace Poe released a Senate version of the ‘No Homework’ policy, with similar objectives to that of the previous House Bill, officially declaring its validity as Philippine law.

As expected, numerous learners from different schools were overjoyed by the long-awaited news. On the other hand, several teachers and supervisors seem to think otherwise and couldn't help but refute, expressing their relentless opposition on social media.

"Our teachers are knowledgeable lecturers, we are aware of the value of homework," Teachers' Dignity Coalition National Chairperson Benjo Basas insisted, in which Federation of Associations of Private Schools & Administrators counterparts by stating that lawmakers need to assess the country's situation more before approving of such proposals.

At the end of the day, I understand that not everyone will be in favor of the 'No Homework’ Policy and one individual is not enough to speak for the whole nation without polarizing their opinions. The newly implemented policy has its pros and cons, and although I am in favor of it, personally, I’d like to think that it still lies on the hands of the students to use this policy to their advantage and make room for self-improvement.

May this also serve as a wakeup call for teachers that it is of utter importance that they take into consideration the students' mental health and lessen the assignments given, even just for the weekends.

Mahirap Mangaliwa

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indi maipagkakaila ng mga kaliweteng mag-aaral na mahirap gamitin ang kaliwang kamay sa pagsusulat. Subalit dapat na tayong magdiwang, mga kaliweteng PaScians!

Malapit na malutas ang suliranin ukol sa ating upuan marahil naisabatas na ang Republic Act No. 11394 na nagsasaad na magkakaroon ng neutral desks sa mga publiko at pribadong paaralan. Kinikilala rin bilang Mandatory Provision of Neutral Desks in Educational Institutions Act, ang batas na ito ay tunay na makatutulong sa mga kaliweteng mag-aaral dahil mababawasan na ang madaling pangangalay habang nagsusulat. Ayon kay Senador Sonny Angara, matagal nang hinihintay ito ng mga kaliwete marahil nagdudulot ito ng pananakit sa likod, leeg at balikat dahil sa paggamit ng lumang arm chair. Bukod pa rito, nagiging mabagal ang kanilang

JUST SAYING

Deliberate Debates

pagsagot sa mga pagsusulit dahil sa kanilang inuupuan.

Gayunpaman, isa muli itong gastusihin para sa sektor ng edukasyon na marami pang suliraning kailangang lutasin tulad ng kakulangan sa silidaralan, guro, at kagamitan. Subalit hindi dapat ito ikapangamba dahil tanging sampung bahagdan ng bilang ng mag-

Bawat mag-aaral ay may pantay na Karapatan

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aaral lamang ang inaasahang gagawan ng neutral desks, isang taon matapos maipatupad ang batas. Ibig sabihin, hindi biglaan ang pagkakaroon ng mga neutral desk, bagkus layon lamang ng batas na maibigay ang pangangailangan ng mga kaliweteng mag-aaral bago unti-unting tiyakin na para sa lahat ang NI MICO GUADAÑA Ang Liwanag neutral desks. academically-related or not, but it would also encourage rational thinking and it would train the students to come up with well-constructed arguments in order to convince the opposing party to his/her stand.

Not only would this pacify multiple disagreements in terms of social issues but this would also

BY ANGELA REYES The Quantum

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nder the stress of the many contemporary issues surfacing in the Philippines, I could not help but notice how debates are commencing left and right among the students of Pasay City National Science High School. Gifted with brains that continue to be molded as they grow in an environment that encourages rational thinking, it is inevitable for the students to joust among themselves, challenging each other to convince the opposing party towards their stand on certain topics.

All of these would sound familiar to an experienced debater. Two opposing headstrong representatives of ideas voicing out their own thoughts and fact-based opinions, all the while being moderated by an authoritative figure that keeps everything in check.

Over the course of the several months of this school year, it is not farfetched to say that discourses will only continue to heat up, especially about recent news such as the SOGIE bill, the No Homework Bill, West Philippine Sea, and the likes.

A formally held debate event would not only provide a platform for students to speak up and address their concerns about relevant topics,

Sa kabilang banda, kinakailangang tutukan ang pagsasagawa ng batas na ito upang masiguradong makamit ang layunin. Bagamat iminungkahi ng DepEd ang neutral desks na may isang lamesa at upuan para sa dalawang tao, mas mainam kung ating susundin ang katulad na desk na ginagamit ng Japan.

Makatutulong ito sa pagbawas ng nakakaing espasyo at nakapagbibigay ng mas maaliwalas na silid sa pagaaral, tulad na lamang sa ating paaralan lalo na sa Senior High School building.

Hindi magkakasya ang mga neutral desks na para sa dalawang tao. Hindi rin naman dapat nating kaligtaan na walang pinapaborang desks ang pagsasagawa ng batas ngunit ang pagkapantay-pantay na kapakanan ng mag-aaral ang kailangan. Ngayong nasimulan na ang batas, nawa'y magpatuloy ang pagbabago. Huwag sanang hayaan ng ating pamahalaan na magkaroon ng panibagong batas at programang wala namang pangil, habang responsibilidad naman natin ang pagsulong ng batas at pag-iwas sa pagbuo ng isa na namang palpak na programa.

Debates are no deliberate attempt to promote conflict, but rather, this is a way to promote effective reasoning and a great method to prevent misconceptions about current social issues.

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discourage ad hominem attacks commonly seen in Filipino arguments, particularly on social media discussions. It would promote the students’ ability to present appropriate counterattacks in confidence, overcoming their fear of public speaking in the process, speaking in the process. This is

something that 75% of people suffer from as stated in the 2017 study conducted by Raja.

In addition to that, there is a possibility that a debate participant may discover their interest in debating, which could open up a whole new path for them to possibly go down on. The skills that can be acquired from debating can be applied to a variety of occupations that the student may feel interested in pursuing. Some examples of careers viable for those skilled in debates are lawyers, philosophy professors, executives, and marketing, according to Consumer News and Business Channel (CNBC).

However, there are certain rules and regulations that should be established so that an appropriate and healthy debate will occur. Ad hominem attacks should not be tolerated.

Addressing the opposing party with malicious intent is discouraged to keep the debate under wraps. There should also be a strict implementation of the allotted time for both parties in order to maintain control of the debate.

An appropriate and qualified facilitator should be present during the debate for proper moderation of the event. The chosen facilitator must remain objective during the entirety of the debate.

Most importantly, it should remain clear to the students that the main purpose of the debate is to encourage rational thinking and reasoning, and it is in no way a platform for verbal abuse.

It would definitely be a way to educate the students about the different perspectives and arguments involved in debates should not be taken personally.

PASCIAN FORUM ǀ ‘NO COLLECTION POLICY’ Based on the Department of Education Order 11 s. 2008, that any form of collection of monetary value is prohibited in schools and institutions. What is your stand on the said implementation of the “No Collection Policy” in our school?

The ‘No Collection Policy’ can be beneficial to those who are in need of financial support. That way, they have less problems in

terms of finances and they could focus on solutions. However, due to its implementation, we have already experience issues because of its interference with the school tradition. Collection is acceptable since it is already a part of every school for projects and progression, although it needs to be maintained with at least a minimum amount.

That way, both parties may benefit.

- KEANPAGTAKHAN|8-LINNAEUS For me, I am not against the No Collection Policy since the

principal is following the memo from DepEd, however, looking on the other side it would destroy the culture of Pasay Science since collecting money for projects such as booths and shirts that will serve as a souvenir will be removed.

Activities and events will be boring as well since most of them involves money to be launched.

- JONABELSERAFICA|9-MENDELEEV As a student of Pasay City National Science High School, here are my thoughts regarding the strict

implementation of the No Collection Policy: The school should first discuss the terms of the policy with the students and parents to know whether the majority coincides or concedes.

The school should be willing to hold a meeting or conference in which everyone should have their opinions regarding the issue welcomed. Since everyone is affected by the policy, everyone should also participate in deciding what's best for the school and its people.

- KATRINAKYLABOCABEL| 10-PASCAL

Yes, I think that the new administration will implement that strongly since change will come in this school. However, we should not expand its restrictions to the clubs unless the clubs mandatorily force the students to pay for the activities. It is upon to the students if they will use their money for the clubs' activities.

- JEANNEMAYCAROLINO|11-BANZON

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EDITORS: SJIENLEE DELIA, LINDSAY AGAMATA

FEATURE

LAY-OUT: DAVE GEROBIN

a glorious reign HIGHLIGHT

Coming from a well-known family has its perks. . .and downsides. To name a few, the intense pressure can pull a person down. But not Adrianne Regencia. She was able to overcome it all and created a name for herself. A dedicated journalist for almost eight years, Adrianne began joining Journalism as Pasay Science’s Copyreader on her 8th grade and became the President of the Pasay and NCR Editor’s Guild and Treasurer of the National Editor’s Guild at Grade 10. Like everyone else, she also had to maintain the required grades. Any lesser man would have buckled at the weight of it all, but not her.

BY SJIENLEE DELIA The Quantum

A graduating Grade 12 student, we were given the chance to learn more about the person who will leave such a great legacy for the future PaScian students.

. . .we should love the work, and not the position.

- ADRIANNE REGENCIA

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ADRIANNE REGENCIA

What lesson have you learned from this journey that you think will always hold a special place in your heart?

I’ve learned that we should love the work and not the position.

The position might be overwhelming, but it doesn’t matter.

What is your greatest achievement during your term?

My greatest achievement was when I get to teach the Elementary Campus Journalists of Paranaque City about desktop publishing and how to write articles better. It touched my heart when they addressed me as their teacher and it is evident that they learned something from me based on their improvements and progress.

What was the biggest challenge during your term?

We, the NCR Editors’ Guild, had a lot of projects in line, and sometimes the budget was not enough for us to execute the said projects. There is a time when I have places that I need to be and it requires me to leave for a week — and that's hard to cope with.

What advice can you give to your successor and the future leaders of the Pasay City and National Capital Region Editor's Guild?

To Dave Gerobin and his future successor, you should understand that the path that you will be taking is not a joke and you really need to make sacrifices. Just remember to follow what your heart tells you to do and enjoy it while it lasts.

What advice can you impart for those who dream to pursue the path of campus journalism?

The key to win and succeed in this field is simple — understand that campus journalism is not just an extracurricular activity, but a profession. Take it seriously.

How did you balance your responsibilities as the President of Pasay and NCR, and being the academic pursuits as well as your

The Opposition and the Puppet Master

BY SJIENLEE DELIA The Quantum

Broken swords, cloven shields, and torn-apart limbs were scattered all over the place. As the rain continued to pour, as if the heavens themselves wanted to condemn this miserable and godforsaken land, blood and sweat soon mixed with mud. The whole place reeked with pain and resentment. Hatred and despair consumed the hearts of enemies and allies alike, the dead and those who will soon perish.

And all of this for what?

People continue to scavenge for food. The poor remain the targets of so-called 'justice'. The last few survivors sigh as the time of their ultimate defeat approaches. It won't take long now. The battle against death will soon be settled, and yet, they continue to hope.

Fickle thing, hope.

They've fought long and hard. They've sacrificed almost everything for this battle to be heard and yet... it seems like the silence will prevail once more.

Destructive silence.

"T-This... this can't b-be the end, r-right?" came the last words of another survivor before the light finally faded from her eyes.

The leader of the opposition looked on sadly as the last of the team he formed succumbed to his injuries. He too was badly wounded. His armor was damaged beyond recognition, there was a gaping wound just beneath his chest, his left arm was bent on an unnatural angle, and one of his kneecaps had been shattered when he had been kicked by a steed. He has painted the ground beneath him with his blood.

He glanced up tiredly when he heard footsteps approaching, he hoped beyond hope that it wasn't over yet, only to be disappointed when he

personal life?

To be honest, I have not balanced it, and it was my personal decision. I chose what was more important to me at that time — being the president of NCR and an Editor-in-Chief.

How did you feel when it sank in that you're not just the President of the Pasay City Editor's Guild, but the NCR as well?

Realization only sank in the day after, when we were called to have a meeting. I felt pressured because being the president of the NCR Editor’s Guild was such a big deal.

What do you think made you unique as a leader?

My top priority is not the work itself, but the enjoyment and experience that my co-members would get. I believe that being a leader is not an authority or right, but a sacrifice.

Do you think you've fulfilled or achieved your expectations for yourself back then?

I may not have accomplished all our projects under my term, but I can still say that I am satisfied because this position taught me a lot of lessons and gave me a chance to experience new

things. My main goal is to enjoy/find happiness in everything I do, and I have received more than what I need.

Adrianne's term may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean her reign is over.

Her legacy will live on through her works. Not only is she an ideal PaScian role model in journalism, but as a student in general. She showed us that with passion, anything is possible. By cultivating her own strengths and using her weaknesses to become a better version of herself, she was able to achieve all that she dreamed of and even more. Needless to say, Regencia’s reign is something people will be talking about for many years to come.

saw an old man with a tough face surveying the carnage with a delighted grin on his face.

"These sons of bitches! All dead! Serves them right for trying to question my power! I shall send anyone who tries to go against me to Hell!" the old man sitting upon a throne carried by his subordinates said jovially. "Our own soldiers have died, but they've served their purpose. All is well!“ The leader clenched his teeth when he heard the maniacal laughs of those bastards who value the lives of no one but themselves. They treat other people like toys and pigs for slaughter. He can't just die without doing anything.

Even with all his injuries, the leader still managed to stand on his feet, supporting his weight with his sword and ignoring the cracks and pops he heard and felt that came with straining his bones.

“If I can land just one fatal blow, I can die in peace,” he thought.

"What's this? Someone's still alive? Some people just don't know when to die, no?" The old man cackled. "All of this trouble and bloodshed... and let me tell you a secret, I still win in the end.“ The leader spat blood on the old man's face and grunted, "As long as there are people who still oppose you and believe that you are wrong, you will never win! Now stop hiding behind your lackeys and fight me!“ Wiping the blood from his sickly face, the old man replied, "Why would I waste my time and energy fighting you? A mere pest! Lowlife! I can kill you all with my eyes closed!"

And so, the leader was pitted against the old man's minions instead. The fight was so ferocious that no words could describe the battle that occurred. It was such a magnificent feat that the leader was able to hold them off for so long. He managed to kill a lot of the old man's lackey until he himself could stand no longer. He gave as much hit as he took but it took twelve of them cornering the lone leader before they could subdue him.

With his last strength, the leader gripped his sword close whilst looking the old man in the eye. "I'm g-glad.

Even if I die today, you still didn't win. It's better to die on my feet than live on my knees as your dog!"

The old man smirked. "Worthless words. I win", he mused before decapitating the valiant leader, delighting in the spray of red that exploded around him.

Justice has been used wrongly once more. And the puppeteer sits upon his throne of corpses and wears his crown of lies.

OVERALL RANKING

SPORTS

1st

2nd

3rd

5th 4th

233 pts.

123 pts.

106 pts.

80 pts.

Grade 12 dunk for a bounce back win vs Hunters

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asay City National Science High School’s Gymnasium was burning last September 26, 2019 as the 5-year-long rivals Grade 12 Tamaraws and Grade 11 Hunters, once again built a thunderous tension with their hour long seesaw battle for the 2019 Intramurals Men’s Basketball Championship ending with a victory, 65-58.

Led by their captain ball, Jhulius Bernard Buhay who poured 14 points for the team, Tamaraws bounced back from its heart-breaking loss from the previous year’s Intramurals. Together with the jaw-dropping power of Ezekiel Mallari and bustling tactics of Laurence Aldrich Silao, Tamaraws indeed gave an all-out justice as they had their last dance on the court.

Banking on their defense early, they took turns on winning a basket before Calleja had the first free throw, backed up by Daryl Salvador’s two point shot. Marion Patrick Quinay, on the other hand, dropped 4 points for the Archers but fall short on time as it closes, 9-6.

Vlad Dominic Paradela led the Archers on the second quarter adding up 9 points for the team, backed up by Joven Soriano’s sequential rebounds for the second quarter. However, with

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

ǀ 9-6 ǀ 34-23 ǀ 49-35 ǀ 65-58

“Siguro ngayon, mas focused kami tyaka mas determined kami na makuha ‘yung championship kasi last year na namin…”

- ALDRICH SILAO

PHOTO: MARCUS IGNACIO

BY JOIE CRUZ & GILLIAN GAMBOA The Quantum

QUARTER SCORES

43 pts.

ILLUSTRATION: ANNA MAE BIANES

TOWARD THE GOAL. Mallari (22), MVP, leads his team as he dribble all the way through their court during the 2019 Intramurals Basketball Championship Game.

Throne redemption for their last dance

59 pts.

6th

AS ONE. Tamaraw’s Basketball Team stands in circle, putting their hands together in unity before their Championship Game versus Hunters.

the Tamaraws unbothered, Buhay ended the first half on an 11-point lead with his signature buzzer beater shot.

The Tamaraws had their double digit point lead, kept by Buhay and Silao, after several tries from both sides, Rites cut it off with a rebound, followed by a free throw from Bacarro, but it was a drop in the bucket as the third quarter closes, 49-35.

“It is not as fulfilling as when we got it when we were in Grade 10. Pero siguro ngayon, mas focused kami tyaka mas determined kami na makuha ‘yung championship kasi last year na namin” said Silao, the Tamaraws’ stellar and Intramurals 2017’s MVP. The game has reached the 4th quarter. The Hunters gave a 7-point bomb leaving the Tamaraws stagnant, but they rebuilt their defense not long after. Once more, Bacarro then gave jaw-dropping steals, raising the tension in the gym. They refuse to disappoint the crowd, but the clock dropped to zero and the Tamaraws succeed on taking the game as they dunk their way to a bounce back victory, 65-58.■

PHOTO: MARCUS IGNACIO

VOLLEYBALL ǀ 2ND CHAMPIONSHIP!

TAMARAWS HUMATAW SA INTRAMURALS 2019 “Our team’s solidarity and experience brought us to this victory.” Evangelista NI JOVEN SORIANO Ang Liwanag

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amayagpag ang Grade 12 Volleyball Team matapos na ipanalo ang dalawang Championship Match sa Intramurals 2019 na ginanap sa PCNSciHs Gymnasium nitong Setyembre 26.

Sa larangan ng Mens Volleyball, sinupalpal ni Josiah Evangelista ng Grade 12 Dose ang kanilang matinding karibal na Grade 11 IsaWan gamit ang kaniyang bumubulusok na ispayk sa kanilang Championship Game (25-11, 25-11, 25-10).

Ipinalasap ng bawat koponan ang hagupit ng kanikanilang opensa ngunit mas namayagpag ang Grade 12 nang ipamalas nila ang kombinasyon ng nagbabagang tos ni Martin Palo at sumisiklab na wallop ni Josiah Evangelista sa unang set ng laro, 25-11. Kumayod ang kapitan ng Grade 11 na si Louie Semira upang malamangan ang Grade 12 ngunit hindi pa

rin ito sapat upang makabawi, 25-10.

Sa larangan naman ng Women’s Volleyball Championship, dinagit ng Grade 12 Dose ang korona matapos na kalawitin ang Grade 10 Seniors sa iskor na 25-16,25-16, 25-15.

Unang set pa lang ay umarangkada na ang Grade 12.

Nagpakalat ng maraming error ang Grade 10 na sinamantala ng Grade 12 kasabay ng solid na pag-spike ni Marja Mayo, 25-16. Nagtuloy- tuloy ito hanggang sa mga huling sandali. Sinubukang makabawi ng Grade 10 ngunit sila ay nabigo, 25-15.

Itinanghal na Most Valuable Player sina Josiah Evangelista at Marja Mayo na parehong nanggaling sa Grade 12.■

PHOTO: MARCUS IGNACIO

GO FOR GOLD. Ang Grade 12 Men’s Volleyball Team bago ang kanilang championship game laban sa Grade 11.

BADMINTON ǀ REIGNING FOR 2 YEARS STRAIGHT

Aviquivil pulverizes Ignacio in men’s badminton, 35-27 "Action is the real measure of intelligence."

BY LEI PACHECO The Quantum

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esembling an Eagle’s sharp eyes, John Paul Aviquivil catches the fast and gushing smashes of Marcus Ignacio, claiming victory in the 2019 Intramurals Badminton Championships at Pasay City National Science High School, September 26, 2019.

With his overhead defensive clear and drop shots,

Ignacio gathers the first point and harvests more in the beginning of the game, 7-3. But Aviquivil, undeterred by superiority, advanced against the Grade 12 contender, as he bounced back and outsmarted his opponent, using net kill and badminton drive, garnering points, 15-11.

"Behind every victorious man, are thousands of su-

pporters that never gave up."

Seniors cheered louder to give spirit to Aviquivil, stimulating his play and gaining his momentum back.

He smashed firmly and ran quickly, to seize the attacks of Ignacio, 29-23.

Never losing hope, Ignacio fought till the last shot.

He smashed gushingly, releasing all the energy he had,

but Aviquivil continued to attack, demonstrating the net kill technique, gaining the last and golden point, 35-27.

Ignacio had lost but he made way to Aviquivil to ask for a handshake. Aviquivil on the other hand, was all smiles as he was welcomed by his batchmates as the 'back-toback champion for 2018 and 2019. ■