Pendulum Chronicle | Volume 7, Issue No. 1

The O cial English School Publication of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School Vol. 5, Issue 1

OPSSLAN SAFETY Pendulum

Mae B. Doctor

OPSS PATROL

assist the students while crossing the pedestrian lane, pinpointing that the bridge is still inaccessible up to this day

O�ce of Public Safety and Security (OPSS) opted to still use the newly constructed foot bridge in Sitio Cabading highway in front of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) succeeding detec tion of wirings and faults.

In an inter view with OPSS bridge remained closed after detecting wirings, reiterating that there are faults within the construction of the bridge last July

“Walang kwenta [yung bridge] kasi hindi magamit eh. Once lang [nagamit] pero nung na-tr y nila may palya kasi may wire,” she added.

According to her, the wirings were from Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT), stressing that they have been waiting for the response of the City government to the concern.

On July 29, a message containing that the bridge should be used was disseminated by the class advisers of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS), however a day after, the OPSS closed the bridge due to the detection of defects and insisted to use the pedestrian lane instead.

“Pag-akyat mo palang,

makikita mo nang nakatiwang-wang

‘yung mga wires wherein napaka-dangerous ‘nun sa mga students lalo na’t kapag naapakan nila ‘yun maari silang makur yente ” according to Christian Olangca, a student commuter of AnSci.

Moreover, student commuter Denise Sabaupan said

crossing the pedestrian lane is not safe considering the recorded accidents.

BUILDING PLAN

On September 1, 2023 the construction of the bridge star ted, quar ter of 2024 and after the eight months contract given to the workers.

According to an inter view with the site’s foreman last October 18, 2023, he said that the project was being completed by 11 more workers and super vised by Engineer Christian Joaquin.

“Gaganda lang po ‘yung tawiran tyaka mababawasan ‘yung aksidenteng nangyayari ‘dyan,” concluded by the foreman regarding his post-construction expectations.

Meanwhile, the OPSS footbridge was a project of Antipolo

City Government

B RID GE’S REASON ACNSTHS student Bience Emoricha was repor ted Dead on Arrival (DOA) after being crashed by a cargo truck on November 3, 2017, making the school pitch for a safer pedestrian route for students.

According to the post ofbook page of the city, the enforcers tried to stop the truck, yet the driver remained to run over the passing student

“Ang truck driver ay nasa kustodiya ngayon ng PNP Antipolo City at nahaharap sa patung-patong na kaso ” the City government added to the po st Meanwhile, the OPSS the current school year to avoid such accidents, calling the attention of the

LTO anti- colorum scheme impounds

In an inter view with Esteban B. Casuay, a parent owning a school ser vice said that LTO actively pursued their anti-colorum operations six times in August, highlighting that their was also impounded.

In September 13, 2024, the day that Casauay’s van was captured, he indicated that most of the passengers in their van were children of his fellow principals who were due to attend a seminar

“Kasama sa mga ipinasa namin sa LTO ang mga travel order, signifying and as proof that we are attending a seminar and that the

Moreover, according to an anti-colorum scheme is not just implemented in Antipolo, saying that it is a nation-wide system that operates with Highway Patrol Group (HPG), LTO, and policemen.

“[Mga biglaang huli ng colorum ay] dahil siguro sa mga ano, nangyayari [na] maraming na-aano [sa] mga estudyante. Nagb-byahe kasi [mga violators], kagaya n ’ yan, mga motor na ‘yan, walang helmet, walang lisensya, nagb-byahe sila. Alam na bawal yun…,” Sher yl Balsamo and Natalie Gasamo, OPSSSIID members, said.

III, AnSci Junior High School Coordinator stated that a ruling subsequent of the special permit they requested to the mayor ’ s be implemented for the impounded vans to have ample time to be registered as legitimate transpor t vehicles and operate in AnSci.

“So, we are waiting for the current update but according to Sir Fred Dela Peña of the PTRB, they are asking for uhh… suppor t from the approval of the LTO and the DOTR to issue the said special permit. So, we’ve been waiting for that special permit,” Idanan mentioned.

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the pedestrian lane over the

PC , AT workshop strop elementar y secon dar y journalism game

Pendulum Chronicle (PC ) and Ang Tipolenyo (AT ), the Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) Publications, commenced its annual Journalism Workshop “Hubog-Sikhay”, honing journalistic abilities of elementar y and secondar y journalists.

par ticipated in the 12 workshop

An elementar y par ticipant,

marking that the outreach program helpful to elementar y students like him.

na ginawa ko kanina ay yung pag-manage ko po ng time at para ma-improve ko yung skills ko ” he stressed.

expressed her gratitude and their eagerness to par ticipate in future students like him.

the basic information and steps in writing for their chosen categor y Meanwhile, secondar y

respective categories will represent elementar y workshop ser ved as an outreach program.

G12 Rep quits SSLG post amid PC-Student body dispute

Supreme Secondar y arners Government (SSLG) ade 12 representative Anika Anika Sadie Sibal has resigned om her position following the pute between Pendulum ronicle (PC ) and the student dy

dered her resignation letter to

move myself from that situation nciples more than my position,” e stated.

representative added that she was happy that she ser ved in the position for a shor t time, but would still do the same thing even if elected in a higher position. delegate for the position during

Meanwhile, Andrea president stated that she and the aback” by her resignation but had to plan on how to proceed immediately

org ang information dissemination

CALABARZON shor tage crisis: ACNSTHS conf ronts enrollment surge

Kar yl Alexandra C. Ipac

din kami G7 Representative so the gaps,” Peñano added.

Mr. Cainlang also expressed that he was initially disappointed, stating that it was “not the right attitude” to leave the position trusted on her

Moreover, in line with the interim guidelines of the Learner Government Program (LGP) Ar ticle 20 section 8, the student organization must conduct a special election within 10 school days in the event of vacancy of a position.

However, due to only having one candidate applying for the post, the lone candidate will be the newly-appointed grade 12 representative of the organization.

Region 4-A grappled with a severe shor tage crisis as the Depar tment of Education (DE PE D) recorded over 3 4 million enrollees for School Year 2024-2025, the highest in the country, leaving schools like like Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) struggling to meet the demands

enrolled in public and private schools, Alternative Learning

then, the section switched from room to room to stay in for the experience of students and teachers.

“May mga task sila na hindi nagagawa or may mga

needs in a classroom.

issues of overcrowding in public schools remain a pressing ratio.

Despite the repor ted learning crisis within the countr y, Depar tment of Education (DepEd) Secretar y Sonny Angara announced his early gains for the 100th day as the Sector’s head, planning to lessen red urgent tags.

of Commerce of the Philippines repor ted his achievements as current state of education in the Philippines, admitting that the countr y is experiencing a crisis.

learning ng bata, pati rin naman yung environment Angara also underscored

star ting the Programme for

students on local and international assessments.

Although there have their need for suppor t, urging the private sector to help address the challenges faced in education.

shor tage become apparent where future classes may continue to face the same disruptions that Grade 11-Marsden experienced.

room to a regular classroom did have some impact on our stable and sustainable learning environment for students 11-Marsden student

Although the school has made progress in addressing classroom shor tage, overcrowding within classrooms in the region face issues regarding the shor tage of facilities.

Valer y Ken G. Cañega & Sabrina Nhelky P. Alfaro

Cr ystelle P. Sarabia & Santino Paul S. Beronilla

Alpha Althea J, Briones

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Press For ward |

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Shian Felicity T Fabrero

School (AC NSTHS) held a meeting last Oc tober 30, 2024, discussing the possible change of class schedules for the upcoming 3rd quar ter of JHS students.

The current schedule has a timeframe of 70 minutes on English, Science, and Mathematics while 45 minutes on all remaining subjects.

The current schedule was based on the Depar tment of Education (DepEd) order No. 10, s. 2024, wherein it provides the guidelines in implementing the MATATAG curriculum.

Mr James Letolio, a JHS English teacher stated that the schedule has to be adjusted in consideration to the learners’ health and other subjects.

We ve changed the schedule in considering yung health and academic content nung mga subjects na iyon, Mr. Letolio added.

He also said that the schedule can be quite confusing due to the frequent changes of schedule, stressing that the JHS depar tment has already experienced multiple changes within the schedule for the three months.

The proposed schedule is in accordance with the Depar tment of Education (DepEd) order No. 12. s. 2024, an amendment to the previous

DepEd order

The new schedule aims to give leeway to the research subject, six hours of teaching time, along with the possible inclusion of Science add-on subjects.

The DepEd order also prioritizes English, Mathematics, and Science subjects being held weekly while remaining subjects with a time allotment of four times a week.

Moreover the said schedule on December 5 for the 3rd quar ter of the School Year 2024 - 2025.

A total of 99 15-year-old students from Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) participated in the Program for International Assessment (PISA) pre-assessment test on Oc tober 10, 2024, preparing for the PISA examination next year on March 2025.

Teacher I salary incremen ts stir reac tion s

On Oc tober 5 2024, the government of Antipolo C ity repor ted a wage increase on a Facebook post of the “JunAndeng” Ynares page during the celebration of the world teachers’ day at Ynares Center, aiming public school teacher I enforcement

In accorda nce with the Executive Order 64 declared by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., the Depar tment of Education (DepEd) issued a P26 9B

wage increase for public school teachers and non-teaching personnels.

The salar y increase implementation period of Januar y to August is expected in September upon the approval of the Depar tment of Budget and Management (DBM).

A teacher I from the Junior High School depar tment, also a mother of two expressed her suggestions on the wage increase in covering daily expenses.

“Kung kaya ng 50k, why

AnSci 15-year-old students had an average score of 7 90 out of 15 items in the PISA Science preassessment test, resulting in 49 90% out of 100% passing rate of the preassessment test

According to the Depar tment of Education (DepEd) Memorandum DMVC 2024 No. 380: Administration of the PISA Science Program pretest, the assessment was scheduled to be taken between September 30 to October 11, 2024.

98 of the examinees utilized the Learning Management System (LMS), a software application designed for recording and delivering educational materials along with accessing the DepEd por tal website through their Microsoft accounts while a transferee from Region XI answered the assessment through pen and paper

Mrs. Leah B. Juntado, the Science Junior High School (JHS) coordinator stated that the Science subject was chosen for the pre-test in order to measure the performance of science high schools.

“So next year, magpapar ticipate ang Philippines sa 2025 PISA para mahanda ang mga estudyante kung ano ba ang style of

not or kahit 10k nga lang madagdag mas better ”

Mr Joshua Vallejo, a Teacher I from the Senior High School depar tment propounds that the income raise should depend on the family size of a household,

that the increase can only sustain a single person, but wouldn’t be able to suppor t a family of four

Moreover, a special science teacher I expressed her gratitude for the salar y increase yet revealing the downside of the implementation.

Meanwhile, all teachers of ACNSTHS have received a salar y increase, commending the government for improving salar y O

questioning at paano sasagutan kaya nire-ready para mafamiliarize ang mga bata sa pagsasagot ng PISA,” she added.

Alex Turano, a Grade 10 student from Leibniz, stated that the practice exam was mostly composed of logic-type questions that mostly required analysis and reasoning.

“I think it helped me in a way for me to conceptualize the type of questions that will be asked.

guard by the questions of the actual test ” Turano added.

The PISA is directed by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) that is held ever y 3 years that is intended to test educational systems through evaluating the knowledge and performance of 15-year-old students in mathematics, science literacy, and reading.

In 2022, the Philippines ranked 77th out of 81 par ticipating countries in the last PISA, notifying the DepEd to give the learners ample time to prepare through preassessment test

Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) held the elec tions of a new set of faculty Teacher Association (SPTA) new faces of leadership and vision to the scho institution.

The event was spearheaded by Mrs. Janice Maravilla, the school principal, along with Mr Joel Valdez and Ms. Chin-Chin Salazar as facilitator, showcasing the commitment of a collaborative educational environment for AnSci learners.

Mrs. Maria Concepcion Benitez, the new SPTA president, emphasized academic excellence, ser vice, fostering experiential learning and valuing diverse perspectives in the community

“We plan to promote our school and let ever yone in our community know that we exist as a role model not just in academic excellence but also in good moral character,” she added.

Mr Jayson Caezar Valdez is the new resident in leading matters of faculty, highlighting areas of the community aside from administrative projects.

The SPTA and faculty academic year from August 2024 to March 2025.

v er 70 c ount ries to c o n du c t ‘ 24 ele c tions;

As countries around the world are undergoing their own elec tion events this 2024, the Philippines will also hold their midterm elec tions on May 12, 2025, with senior high school (SHS) students of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) being

Representatives, 12 of the 24 seats of the Senate, and locally elected positions above barangay level.

The Commision on Elections (COMELEC ) has yet to validate 66 senatorial candidates and 38 par tylists.

Out of 233 SHS students, 38 of them are registered voters, and 4 came from Grade 11.

According to Jazz Mariñas, a grade 12 student, he registered to

vote in order to choose a wor thy candidate to lead the nation. “Kaya nating pumili ng

[...] bakit pagdating sa mas malaking level o sa national government, hindi natin kaya magawa?” he added.

A sur vey held by Pendulum Chronicle, Kiko Pangilinan led the senatorial picks with 13 votes, followed by Bam Aquino with 3 votes.

Meanwhile, Chel Diokno received 4 votes from AnScian voters for the senatorial position despite running as a member of Akbayan Par tlist and not for a senate position.

Fur thermore, For par tylist votes, followed by Kabataan with 5 votes, Gabriela with 2 votes, and 2 undecided, while the rest of the students abstained.

Shian Felicity T Fabrero & Richard S. Babor

Anika Sadie A. Sibal & Denise Crizzia M. Sabaupan

Alannah Luzayne E. Ordoña & Hanna Venice B. Galgo

ACNSTHS begins its inaugural PISA assessment, challenging students to uphold the school s pride in

John Patrick M. Pagauitan & John Reyme P Gardose

After multiple revisions, Ma’am Oabina recently unveiled the updated junior high school schedule, aimed at improving the learning experience, addressing past concerns, and ensuring smoother academic activities for the upcoming semester

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Stagnant pace and cracks in the supposed quality education has been a long-term burden as school institutions remain neglected by the o�cials-in-charge when they are in need of dire support to sustain knowledge and skills needed by the students. With the countless initiatives of the public o�cials in the local government, Republic Act No. 10875 aiming to establish a national science and technology high school in Antipolo City was enacted by the law. However, the seemingly conducive action tends to be only for the image as Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) is still yet to achieve a structured development despite being 10 years since its establishment. Such hazy actions and plans for the betterment of the school only inflicts burden and deprivation of the supposed empowering education among its students as they failed to fulfill their promises prior to its establishment.

Plodding Pillar

There is, without a doubt, a huge lack of facilities and equipment in ACNSTHS to actually attain and provide the "technology" in its name to its students. Based on the Regional Memorandum No.184 s.2023, ACNSTHS is one among the legislated science high schools in the region. Since the school isn't anchored under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and is a legislated science high school instead, its system and functionality mainly relies on the Department of Education (DepEd) and Local Government Unit (LGU). The daunting fact that the government seems to neglect only prolongs the hardships of many students in upholding the standards and requirements given to them.

There’s no wonder that ACNSTHS isn’t new in joining numerous science competitions and science fairs involving various student researchers. Thus, it should have long been provided with science equipment and facilities to actually foster the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) aspect of the students given the fact that it is a science high school. According to Lalaine Rarick, the school’s Laboratory Custodian, there has been a significant shortage in scientific equipment that deprived them from performing actual experiments although the concern is being gradually aided as they received additional supplies this October. However, the late arrival of such instruments already cost the students a shackle and financial di�culties since they withhold the heavy baggage of not having the needed equipment and the roles to fulfill what the school can’t provide when it is a firsthand responsibility of the government to provide quality education to every student.

Aside from the snail-paced advancement of the school towards an equipped, well-developed institution, educators were also harshly burdened by the insu�ciency of teachers with mastery in the subject they were given. Ms. Crystal D. Oabina, one of the = longest educators in the school, unveiled the harsh reality that concerns involving educators who weren’t teaching their major persist.

Although there has been a significant increase in the number of educators in ACNSTHS since its establishment, there’s still an undeniable need for expertise on the course they were discussing to actually instill the appropriate and needed skills on the students. While the teachers could still explicate subjects di�erent from their major, not utilizing the learnings they’ve gained over the y ears would only get wasted and their hardships mastering the course would be seemingly discarded and left in vain.

With the educators being delegated to subjects di�erent from their expertise, not only the education was tampered but also the rotting system that placed them unjustly in this conundrum. Mr. Rufino D. Idanan III, one of the preceding teachers in ACNSTHS divulged the fact that the school started operating mainly from scratch as it was heavily reliant to the teachers and facilities of Antipolo National High School (ANHS) due to the dismaying reality that the school operated despite having none of its own resources. Although things took a turn for the better in ACNSTHS, the pieces that remained unpolished never vanished.

Following the stipulations among the educators instilling the education to the students, the need for an actual, structured curriculum that will serve as the groundwork for these skills remains an unaddressed gap that barricades the students from achieving their maxim potential. With the amendment of the Department of Education (DepEd) in the current curriculum to MATATAG curriculum, the standard competencies that should be met by its students were altered and modified just to conform to their guidelines, distorting the previous system implemented in the school. Removal of elective subjects and compressing it into enhanced ENSCIMA seemingly deduce the quality and specialties o�ered in the school which also aroused conflict among the students and educators. With an inadequate confounding curriculum structure that serves as the framework of the education system in the school, the negligence on the state of the students and educators unveils a predicament reality the sectors involved must face as trial-and-error initiatives were exemplified by the DepEd.

Although ACNSTHS alumni and students bagged multiple accomplishments upholding the name of the school despite its undeniable struggles to strive in competitions, its duty to its students to provide the necessities shouldn’t be obliterated. According to Ms. Oabina, legislated science high schools were aimed to foster significant contribution of the students to the community. While students are obliged to create lasting impact on their community, the school must maintain its stance to fill the gaps among its learners.

Upon the 10-year celebration of ACNSTHS since its establishment, the City Government shouldn’t turn away from its promises, leaving the school community hoping for the betterment even with the lasting eternity it may take for the already feebling dreams to come to reality. The confounding failure of the government to immediately respond to the needs of its people would only mark AnSci as a science high school solely for its name and the achievements of its people but not on the facilities it can o�er as evident inadequacy of such necessities prevails. Stakeholders and the local government must work hand-in-hand to furnish the cracks in the system since it is the pillar that equip the future of the nation.

Toothless Authority

Rajah Nouevelle Luzon

been a long time since 1991 that the Republic Ac t (RA) 7079 or the Campus Journalism Ac t (C JA) has been signed and ever since, campus journalism has been met with massive enthusiasm from students. Ironically at the same time, student journalists have faced numerous oppression and harassment all these years, but still, no amendment has been enac ted to meet the suppor t and protec tion needed today.

Legislative reform has long been a demand undersupplied. According to the College Editors Guild of the Philippines

(CEGP), there have been 206 recorded cases of continued suppression of student journalists through modern means of censorship since 2023. Appeals for reform were devastatingly ignored as much as press violations were swept under the rug.

Besides, Kabataan Par tylist first filed the Campus Press Freedom Act (CPF ) in 2011, which seeks to establish stronger legislative measures and penalize corresponding violations, but it was left pending at the committeelevel. It was in 2013 and 2016 only the same fate. Four years later, in 2020, Sen. Leila De Lima sponsored a

counterpar t bill in the Senate. Sadly, the bill was merely referred to a committee and did not progress any fur ther

It is truly ironic that an act centered on the establishment of National Campus Press Freedom Day gained more traction and was instead enacted in 2019. In the end, it is pointless to celebrate freedom when it is not even realized in context

Meanwhile, RA 11223 or the Universal Healthcare Act has been recently amended in response to demands of revising the premium rates of the Philippine Health Insurance System (PhilHealth). This proves that the Philippine legislation continues to move for ward on improving national laws to help Filipinos.

But still, provisions such as the role of publication advisers, funding,

independence of elementar y and secondar y school publications, and creation of editorial policy are constantly cried by the Kabataan Par tylist. The protection and guidelines are desperately needed now that journalists are placed on their own graves in pursuit of journalism.

An outdated law can no longer ser ve its purpose. Lawmakers should look at the laws in need of amendments in retrospect At most need is the Campus Journalism Act now that campus journalists entail with danger and threat of harassment in the wish of practicing journalism. Until then, RA 7079 remains to foster toothless authority

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Rushed and Risky

Marianne N. Magana

The list of excruciating impositions by the Department of Education (DepEd) recently added the reversion of the School Year 2024-2025 calendar as mandated in DepEd Order No. 009 s. 2024. Their abruptness cannot seem to end. That's why it is no longer shocking to see how much loopholes would further swallow the education sector while they sacrifice the quality of education over again.

In pursuit of avoiding the February-April scorching heat, they are bluntly sacrificing the quality of education, the well-being of educators, and students’ welfare. For this reason, the calendar may go from July 29 to April 15 this time, but its long-term e�ects will take much more toll on the state of education in the country.

Such drastic compression poses pressure on both students and teachers. Evident on this year’s academic calendar which has 180 days compared to last year’s 200 days and under DepEd Order No. 022 s. 2023, yet it should still adhere to the 2020 Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs). As disturbing as it seems, this means that the same set of competencies must now be taught within a shorter time frame, which ardently risks shallow and rushed learning.

Moreover, teachers are constantly grappling with overcrowded lesson plans and shortened time.

Ms. Prescilla Leyble, a master teacher at Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School

(ACNSTHS), expressed the challenge of squeezing numerous competencies into just 8 weeks of the first quarter. Indeed, teachers were racing against time to meet the DepEd requirements despite unavoidable circumstances such as frequent weather restraints that force them to resort to modular learning.

In particular, eight typhoons have already entered the country since the start of the school year, which resulted in 10class suspensions already. Additionally, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts that 4 to 7 more storms may possibly enter the Philippines before the year ends. Such disruptions inevitably force teachers to rush even more, making it di�cult for students to fully absorb lessons in such a brief span of time.

However, DepEd reasons out that it is even harder to absorb lessons during the hottest time of the year. A testament to this was the record of 7,080 schools, or 14.8% of all schools nationwide suspended face-to-face classes last year due to extreme temperatures. That’s why the country is in dire need of a gradual calendar revert to the traditional June to April schedule.

But this diminishes the fact that the new MATATAG curriculum already introduced a heavier teaching load and longer school hours. This additional load, combined with a shorter school year, is likely to reduce the quality of provided education. Even after Philippines’ low ranking of 77th out of 81 countries in

the Program for the International Student Assessment (PISA), compressing lessons will only make it harder to address these existing academic performance gaps.

To address these issues, DepEd should consider first decongesting the competencies to align with the shortened calendar without compromising the depth of learning. For the quality of education must remain to be a priority above all.

If the department continues unminding impositions such as rushing school days, it is also risking the country’s education quality that will surely fall along its

burdened teachers and students.

Toll of Tardiness

Recent ly, t he A nt ipolo

C it y Nat iona l Science a nd Tec h nolog y High Sc hool

(AC NST HS) ha s shoc k i ngly conc luded t he Fi rs t Q ua r ter w it h a record-h igh average of 55 s t udent s

a s repor ted by t he AC NST HS Gi rl Scout s of t he Ph i l ippi nes (GSP). A lt hough t a rd i ness i s a n u n ser iou s m i sconduct , respon sibi l it y mu s t be s ti l l

i n s ti l led to A n Sci s t udent s wh i le it i s s ti l l ea rly i n t he sc hool yea r

T he sit uat ion at ha nd i s comple x W h i le t her e a r e s uc h ca ses wher e t he bla me ca n be placed on t he s t udent , t her e a r e ot her f ac tor s out side of t he s t udent ’ s cont rol wh ic h

r ema i n to be endur ed up to t h i s day

One of wh ic h i s t hat some

s t udent s l ive fa r aw ay f rom t he sc hool Con sider i n g t he locat ion of t he sc hool i n t he dow ntow n pa r t of

t he c it y, it t a kes 2 0 m i nutes f rom

Cogeo to A n sc i T hat i n f act , w a s t he

bes t- ca se scena r io - no w it h

smoot h t r avel , a nd u nder no weat her

con s t ra i nt s W it h t h i s sit uat ion not bei n g appl icable to a l l s t udent s ,

t a rdi nes s r ema i n s to be a concer n

t hat can not be r ec koned due to u ncont rol led c i rc u m s t a nces

A s s t ated by t he AC NST H S

GSP P r esident , Sa ma nt ha Ig nac io, t he late comer s’ r ecord ha s aver a ged to

55 week ly des pite addr es si n g t hem

t h roug h ma k i n g t hem pic k t r a sh

a rou nd t he ca mpu s a f ter t he cer emony C lea rly, it i s a conven ient met hod to i n s t i l l d i sc ipl i ne a mon g

s t udent s ma k i n g s ur e t hat s t udent s wou ld not r epeat t he sa me behav ior a g a i n

But s t i l l , accordi n g to

AC NST H S Gu ida nce D esig nate

Mr s A mor Nav aja-Reyes , t a rdi nes s r ema i n s to be a non- d i sc ipl i na r y

Access Denied

It is no longer just a cr y for help but an appeal for sur vival as 38 state universities and colleges (SUCs) ask the Congress to restore the Php 14.38 billion slashed from their 2025 budget. prestigious universities like the University of the Philippines (UP) and Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), have united in a call to ac tion. The demand for restoration of their funding is what’s right just by SUCs but by thousands of aspiring college students who depend on these institutions.

The proposed budget cut is par ticularly concerning given the increasing number of soon to graduate Grade 12

a nd on ly r equir es posit ive

d i sc ipl i na r y i nter vent ion f rom w adv i ser s ba sed on t he Reg iona l Memora ndu m 217 s 2 021 of D epa r t ment of Educat ion (D epEd)

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students seeking higher education. For these institutions are the preferred choice of many due to their

Under the proposed 2025 National Expenditure Program (NEP), SUCs are set to receive Php 113.75 billion down from Php 128.13 billion the previous year Of this amount, Php 14.38 billion has been cut, which funds infrastructure, equipment, and resources. As these funds are slashed, it threatens to close the vital gateway to education for countless students.

It can be seen from a sur vey, 88 out of 113 Grade 12 students of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) prefer SUCs for ter tiar y education. Unfor tunately the budget cut could lead to

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor,

As a student in Ansci for almost four years, cheating is one of the most common issues I have encountered throughout my high school life. While some play it as a joke, it is a problem that has been tolerated for too long. Indeed, the students are aware of the consequences they will face if they get caught However it seems like it doesn’t concern them at all. It is unfair that students who involve themselves with such acts are the ones that receive the most recognition for their Even a simple summative test or quiz, which can be aced by studying earnestly requires them to have a “ kodigo” or a cheat sheet. Is it possible for this problem to cease to exist in our school?

Sincerely, Lianne Tisha Del Mundo, Antipolo City

Dear reader

As an editor, I understand how the gravity of cheating impacts you as a hardworking student, especially that this unethical conduct secures them a high score without putting a just amount of as the learners who truly exer t time reviewing and over whelming amounts of lessons. Given that you are a responsible AnSci student, I personally do not encourage you to take a blind eye with regards to this issue, in line to the Depar tment of Education (DepEd) provided student handbook, cheating is punishable and an absolute major not only it stains integrity of a pupil, but it also shows incompetence and dishonesty. Thus, us, a par t of the school s community, have the utmost freedom to exercise our rights to speak up and to not tolerate unscrupulous acts. Lastly, amid the rampant dilemma we are facing,

Sincerely,

Chloui A. Ybañez, Associate Editor

students studying in SUCs, also face shrinking academic spaces and inadequate ser vices that hinder their learning experience.

Moreover, in an inter view from a student of 12-Euler, he expressed worr y about the future of applying to a university Much worse, students who will be will be left with no choice but to apply to a private university amidst imposed high tuition fees that most Filipino families simply cannot A testament to this devastating fact can be felt by the AnSci community where only 9.6% of the Grade 12 population considered applying to a private university for college.

On the bright side, the reduced budget allocation will pave the way for greater budget appropriation on other sectors. Proven by the Php 292 93 billion additional budget dedicated to assisting the vulnerable sectors in the proposed 2025 National Expenditure.

But there would be no denying tha the reduced funding to SUCs widen the gap

between privileged and underprivileged students. As access to quality education declines, the cycle of inequality fur ther perpetuates. Additionally, with budget cuts looming, these universities will struggle to maintain quality education, leaving students with fewer options and worse, dropping out

Alexander Nhyco Turano

Casee Yvonne Berrey

Illustrated by Kenneth Demonteverde

Swindled Scholar

Equal, Not Equitable

Kar yl Alexandra C. Ipac

The University of the Philippines (UP) has built its reputation as the university for the Filipinos, the great equalizer—an institution of meritocracy where students are tested through intellec ts. But for an educational institution built for equal oppor tunities especially to the marginalized, it is ironic how its inequity has grown—that the university is not for the masses at all.

To qualify for UP takes academic prowess and, sadly, a privilege. As a science high school student, I have witnessed the large discrepancy between the privileged and underprivileged. While most private school students

can pay for premium review centers, public schoolers prepare only through free online reviewers, disjointed school lessons, and stock knowledge. With the new school curriculum being disjointed, it is devastating how the bar for quality education went the deepest pits. Moreover, this goes beyond just qualifying from UP College Admission Test (UPCAT), where only 29% of the 10,000 UPCAT passers come from public school while 44% and 27% from private and science high schools respectively It is evident how an innumerable number of passers give up their slot due to the inability to dormitor y and transpor tation fees.

It is no longer a gasp of surprise, but a disillusionment that the university’s fairness is questionable as its admission of newly coming students is inequitable.

Education is a right

The plummeting space for the marginalized learners is a wakeup call to mitigate the students’ disadvantages. The education depar tment must elevate the education quality and the UP administration must improve UPCAT’s Excellence-Equity Admissions System (EEAS). Afterall, UP must live up to its role as an allyship and an equalizer, not a gate exclusive for the rich.

Doomed Standards

Crashed Oppur tunity

Erin B. Matro

Extracurricular ac tivities were held to foster creativity, obstruc ting the barriers of academiccentered learning Hence, students must be given equal chances to unleash their skills. Although Division Science and Technology Fair 2024 Celebration aims to empower the students’ competency through sciencerelated ac tivities, the lacking of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) to hold an elimination for Grade 12 Starbooks W hizz Bee deprived others to exude their excellence in the area. The unjust selec tion, solely based on academic performance — seemingly hindered us from stepping to the challenge.

Undoubtedly, teachers could depict the aptitude of students through school performance. However, they shouldn’t impede the students from tr ying to excel in this challenging and extend beyond their cages. According to Division Memorandum No. 19, s. 2024 proclaiming the conduct of the fair, urged districts to hold eliminations to select the representatives for the division. The contest the necessity of district-level elimination proves the need for equity, yet, promoted biases where predetermined par ticipants were selected as winning became the priority

Despite the lacking of school-based elimination for Grade 12 Starbooks Whizz Bee, Ms. Leah Burbos-Juntado, Science Depar tment Head, that she instructed teachers per grade

Rule Breaker

Savor the Wrong

Geruzelle F. Ella

e campus star t when its pupils shatter the basic etiquettes maintaining order Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS), home of the city’s scholars, have modelled breaking regulations as a common malprac tice. For myself, this is a distress in the system due to the lack of competency of students who should be much aware of the school’s upholding principles and propositions. Incompetence of learners in ACNSTHS is an obstructionar y threat It is dismaying that science high school students learn to break ordinances. Acknowledging the decreasing of my community is alarming as we represent the future generations.

Per Mr John Jayson Cainlang, Supreme Secondar y Learner Government adviser and previous prefect of discipline of ACNSTHS, maintaining discipline within the campus is a major struggle, considering our population of approximately 600 learners. Personally, this is a dismaying behaviour as there are larger schools who sustain their systems better

level to still hold an apparent quiz bee elimination to determine the representatives for the division. Thus, handpicking the par ticipants based solely on their academic performance only creates barricades to impel our strengths to join a contest

The attempts to scrap biases through competitions were only tainted with predetermining the par ticipants through ugly depiction of numbers that allegedly our limits and constraint us from defeating a hurdle feat when authorities select the said “suitable” contender. The school should have improved the system in selecting the par ticipants for each contest to achieve its true objectives in students’ growth. This irony proves the harsh reality that the epitome of dreams is also a system cracking the roots of fallen dreams that burdens students.

Incomprehension, ignorance must not be tolerated. There are repor ted cases in the guidance as to Mrs. Amor Navaja-Reyes, school’s guidance counsellor. Investigating the root of these phenomena increases responsibility for such ridiculous actions. The problem lies within the population’s and unawareness to the laws supposedly being followed.

Although information spreading is lacking as we don’t yet have a physical copy of the hand book, this does not take away the scholars’ mere responsibility to be literate enough in understanding the school’s bylaws. Concerning the DepEd Order No. 47 s., 2014, ever y learner must enact the laws of the Republic, Constitution, and school regulations at all times. It is disappointing that students embodying wise chosen individuals cannot meet the basic school standards.

It is our duty to abide by our hail campus – ACNSTHS. Thus, the school must make a move to eliminate incompetency. The parent-teacher administration and authorities should assess this concern through awareness programs and teach learners the basic life skills of respect

Rigged Criterion Rebel Bar

Aizle Kate M. Pasion

g higher education equates to the burden of living with a rigged criterion. W hile a bachelor ’s degree is supposed to suppor t the underprivileged students, has been concerning the Grade 12 students’ application process for universities, stemming from the fac t that mis allocation of resources has plagued the scholarship grant systems of our countr y. This dismaying truth steeped the people who lack access to quality education as they remain neglec ted by a skewed system catering the rich’s demand.

While such aid programs intend to deliver quality education, the underlying truth shows those granted with access to free-tuition privileges have deviated from its supposed

Data from the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) shows that 12% of the students who qualify for the free tuition policy in state universities are marginalized, while 17% are students with backgrounds drenched in privilege. This statistic represents how merit-based scholarships in our countr y are ravaged.

While academic excellence warrants recognition, denying that it has resulted in the system that dispropor tionately favors those who are capable of accessing specialized educational resources are par tisans promoting discrepancy It has created a system which inequitably delivers a misguided evaluation of assistance. My belief lies in the judgment that the criteria is a biased appraisal which exclusively favors students able to enjoy opulence. A sur vey conducted shows that 61% of the Grade 12 students in Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School applied for aid programs with reasons rooted from barriers, a vision where such oppor tunities appear intangible as systems continue wealth capitalization.

I believe that the issue necessitates a change, par ticularly by transforming the merit-based scholarship program into something able to prioritize the unprivileged. Implementing a need-based scholarship program aids in establishing a standard that would be centered on the circumstances of students, requiring an in-depth background check for all.

In conclusion, dismantling a criterion that barricades the chance of equity is necessar y in reinforcing the true purpose of their “esteemed

Illu Alt

Tormented Guinea Pig Rigged System

Patricia Mae B. Doctor

e Depar tment of Education (DepEd) is facing predicament over misemployed funds, the administration has persistently plunged into another experimentation over our educational measure — the MATATAG Curriculum. We are blinded with the hope of curing the overdue educational ailment in our countr y

Recently the curriculum s phased implementation was done, but the DepEd order containing guidelines for its enactment was only circulated a week before the classes star t I was with the administration. They lacked preparation and training for teachers for placid transition. Bluntly they continued despite knowing that no one s ready, making MATATAG Curriculum another testing to “ rescue ” the dying education in the countr y With this abrupt move, teachers are loaded with schoolworks, having not enough time to scan the guidelines. They do not deser ve the swift surge of workloads with wages in return as Deped is sightless with what the people exactly need.

The curriculum is not the problem why we are dealing with an uncompetitive scholastic system, but the administration who risked our welfare. DepEd sets an illusion to hide the misused funds through administering projects bound to fade.

MATATAG Curriculum s intent in holistically developing us is a facade of the government’s in ceasing educational woes. The nation’s tomorrow should not ser ve as the tormented guinea pigs of today

Illustrated by Juan Miguel C. Jaminal

A warm aroma engulfs the room in a comfor table yet serious haze, seemingly inter twining with the ear thly scent emanating from wood, the faint yet pleasantly musty fragrance percolating in the air. The sun rises, signifying the star t of a new day–as the schooling commences, the learning materials prepare themselves to lead students into various dimensions of lessons, opening doors of wisdom as they tread the journey of education.

From papers, pens, to books, and the most impor tant of all, teachers—carr ying school supplies as the school supplies.

Like school supplies, teachers aid students in learning, contributing more than writing, reading, and calculating. Impar ting learners with life-long lessons, laughter, and notably, wisdom. Many have come and gone to Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS), from fresh juniors to graduating seniors, each is on their way to turn chapters of life. However, materializing ambitions aren’t reser ved for students, as teachers leap to explore a limitless world, in hopes of reaching their dreams. In celebrating Teachers’ Month, we commemorate those who have par ted ways with ACNSTHS, but remain in our hear ts. Supplying Joy

A collection of paper work and memories, through the years, por tfolios have been the staple of Ms. Airisse Repala, a former English teacher If you were to ask her students, the recollection of days where each of them had to answer a question and have seatworks after ever y discussion would come teacher in ACNSTHS and beyond.

“I miss you guys so much. I miss the students, I miss the teachers, I miss the culture–” she said. Leaving the school wasn t easy, in her own words, it was a bittersweet experience. Saying goodbye to the school she worked in, the students she loved, and the colleagues she spent years with. It was hard, but it was time to expand the folder containing her life and compile her growth as a person in reaching for the same dreams she saw her students aim for

Diving into her folder of memories, Ms. Airisse wandered into the reminiscence of her time teaching. It wasn’t the profession

the young she had dreamt of Working behind the camera, writing a script, and being in a production team, this was the big picture. Working at ACNSTHS was a unique experience because the students gave her a chance to take her picture by helping them memorize scripts in musical plays, and how to project their voices in speech choirs. Ms. Airisse manifested herself and her dreams, their dedication inspired her to reach fur ther into her aspirations.

she has coached students the entirety of her career, sharpening them to become excellent learners who are prepared for innovation.

advice remains ingrained in their minds.

In the eyes of her students, she’s the force pushing them to be keen, academically and practically, like a sharpener

In a sea of black and blue pens,

former science teacher known for her humor and cunning personality. The pandemic ruled over her experience in ACNSTHS, seldom having face-to-face interactions with her students bringing her to cherish the little time she spent during in-person classes.

“Exciting! Mas marami pa akong natutunan tungkol sa pagtuturo- at syempre tungkol sa aking sarili. Alam ko sa sarili ko na may mga aral sa buhay na ‘di ko sa AnSci or sa Antipolo mahahanap ” She stated.

Ma’am Eunice went on her own journey experimenting with her life–spreading the same colors she left for her past students.

Painting smiles, doodling knowledge, and drawing potential from his students is the ar tistic Sir Christopher Angelo Malayan, the former special Science teacher in Junior and Senior High School. When asked about him, teaching and sketching would come to mind—drawing closer to a drew his students in, making him the teacher they relied on. In academics, his aptitude in Sciences were swift as he brushed lessons in their minds.

“Happy memories ang makarating sa regionals and nationals sa mga na-coach ko, bonus na lang ang manalo ” Ms. Berosil said while recalling memories in the school. To her, it is a place that bridges connections beyond the campus–in her own words, being in ACNSTHS was rewarding. “AnSci built my resilience and adaptivity. Mas nag-improve ako using diverse strategies para sipagin ang students ko. Being there increased my curiosity and lifelong learning ” She added.

Without a doubt, the students she continuing to pursue heights of knowledge from the essence of curiosity she left them. In this journey, Ms. Rochelle knew the impact she had, being an inspiration to future scientists, students, teachers, and parents in and outside ACNSTHS. Believe in yourself because Ms. Berosil believes in you.

Exact and precise, that is the thought that comes to mind in thinking of Ms. Beverly Abuan. Much like a ruler her accuracy in aided students in learning, because to her, destiny had given her the path to become who she is today. The stars aligned and paved her way to becoming a teacher, it was not what she prepared for, it was fate.

“First year was challenging and exciting, being par t of the 2nd batch of teachers in Ansci was an over whelming but fruitful and meaningful experience ” he accounted. Being humble was undoubtedly a trait evident in Mr. Abejero, this left his students bearing more than just equations, it gave them humility and the hear t to become understanding.

The tough love he showed learners was one of the reasons why he is loved by the community, the conversations he had with them helped in making become more than mathematically inclined students, he emphasized the need to be disciplined to be successful---Remaining faithful and giving respect where it is due.

The imprint of a permanent marker is one that is not easily removed, it after multiple attempts of clearing it. Ms. Dhel Joanna Castro, a former English teache has left a permanent mark in the hear ts and minds of the ACNSTHS community

“No matter what you do, no matter where you are, or where you want to go, always remember this undeniable truth: buying whole chicken is better than buying any chicken por tion of the equivalent weight ” He said. Sir Malayan’s message to the students of ACNSTHS holds true as they explore the

Christopher Angelo painted with them.

Supplying Honor

“There’s a lot ahead of you, study well. Focus on learning concepts, read books, and learn them outside the four walls of the classroom ” words she left for Batang Siyentipiko. Ms. Beverly cared for her students like her own children, helping them unlock their potential in more ways than one. Her guidance gave students acknowledgement as their researches were then renowned in multiple competitions, science.

Supplying Discipline

Competing for victor y in Science is not something Ms. Rochelle Berosil is new in,

Bring out your erasers and brace yourself in attesting to mistakes, and correcting them. For Mr. Edwin Abejero, a former mathematics teacher, pioneers the way out of miscalculation in enhancing mathematical prowess. Wisdom from his schooling has brought students to tears, as his

They s ay one man’s trash is another ’s treasure, but way to bargain but also a way that can bring us together as a community. A way to s ave money make money. In life, some days are harder than others. That’s the case for many FIlipinos.

They earn money by selling goods. It’s a solid way to suppor t your family and help others. Rhomyel Kate is a Grade 7 student whose family owns an ukay-ukay It has become their lifeline, providing their needs from food to tuition.

“It helps us for some extra income, and helps us pay some of my school tuition fees ” Rhomyel said. For Kate, the ukay-ukay was family plans to pass down

“Staying in Ansci was a rollercoaster of emotions. It is either ver y happy or really sad. And there were a lot, each has its own lesson that I learned–it was hard to let go of something I star ted ” she said. It wa an experience having her as a teacher, Ms. Castro helped students elevate their lives to desire more while maintaining boundaries to avoid burning out. This is impor tant in a themselves to the point of exhaustion. School supplies are not the mere tools we use in school ever y day. Sometime they take the form of a teacher, supplying fur ther than skills–they give us the drive that we can carr y in any situation as we step fur ther into becoming a par t of the real wor Remembering their contributions for the betterment ofACNSTHS, expressing gratitude to the ones who nourished and nur tured the minds of Batang Siyentipikos.

Functioning like an advanced folde colored pens, sharpener, ruler, eraser, and permanent marker; the unparalleled professions, universities, and competitions they produced are fur ther proving how these school supplies are the core of how the school supplies.

the store in hopes that it can still thrive throughout her generation. Giving items a second life is the magic of thrifting. People can create one of a kind wardrobes from thrift stores alone. Ukayukays can also introduce jobs for the community and suppor t the rise of local economies.

The less thrown-out things means less waste, leading towa a little more cleanliness in our environment. This helps people reali how much damage the pandemic of garbage can do to the Ear th. It’s better to be a par t of the solution than aid pollution. Today, thrifting is becoming more popular as a sustainable way for saving unique products at once. Allowing more thrift stores, whether small or big, to be recognized and all the more increasing their demands. Proving once more that thrifting unites.

Home.

Rushing thoughts linger in the mind as flavours burst in themouths of those who frequent the night market. Vendors prepare their staples for another evening of serving the starved, those who are peckish of rest after a long day of working, of companionship after school, of family as the week passed by without greetings, and of food after a backbreaking craving. Worth every penny in its insatiable nature, Cogeo’s delicacies are home to those who seek burning viands without burning pockets.

A place known to locals, Banchetto de Cogeo provides a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Through the traditional Pinoy palamig to Takoyaki from Japan; if you can name it, they probably have it! At night, the place explodes with joyous music intertwined with laughter as Antipolenos dig in their grub. With recent posts about the Banchetto going viral, the people behind the cuisine are flashed on screen—nothing

renowned Banchetto. Thirst

“Nahuli ako ng o�cers, nakikipag-agawan ako sa cart ko. Tinakbo ko na lang habang umiiyak ako kasi paano na pag nakuha yung mga galon ko, paano na ako makakapag trabaho nun.” Maricris shared.

Like an oasis in the middle of the desert, Maricris Abay is one of the few in Banchetto selling drinks amidst the flux of food. Known for her tasty ‘palamig’ consisting of variations of lemonade mixed with di�erent flavors, she has built her family on this business, a�ording her children an education despite the absence of her husband’s financial support.

road clean of vendors when she finds herself holding on to a blimp of hope, in a desperate attempt, to salvage her humble means of survival.

“Sa totoo lang, di ako nakapagtapos ng kolehiyo. Kaya kayo, gusto kong makapagtapos kayo. Lalo na ang mga anak ko.” She revealed.

A picture. It captures a memory in one frame. Unfortunately, memories fade in the face of disastrous events, with the only thing left being the remains in brains, heart, and hand.

With calamities at an all time high due to climate change, the Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) MAPEH Club took the chance to help out those in need. While the excitement in di�erent games were in full force during the annual intramurals, a photo booth is found filled with varying designs in one building. However, this booth was not merely for design and photoshoot, it was to generate income for those severely a�ected.

"I think that it is beneficial for everyone, like the participants on the intrams can get their picture as their remembrance for the event," stated by the ACNSTHS MAPEH Club President Kenji Carigma.

Though most enjoyed, not all was enthralled. During this time, one of the students endured the pain of their fading because of a disastrous event that scorched their life days before. The MAPEH Club was quick to jump into action to aid in a time of need, and most of the profits collected were given to the student.

The Arts Head, Eden Culala, raised that the booth should serve as a fundraiser towards the victim. “Kahit kaunting halaga lang, we want to help,” she stated.

Some things most adored are the most fragile of all, just like our memories. It can easily fade into obscurity. The flash of a picture will be the light inside the darkness. You may forget it, or discover it in pieces, but the picture etched in the soul will never be erased.

Before serving as an oasis for the thirsty in the food industry, she first had to experience drought brought by a di�cult time in making a living out of her drinks.

Life on the road was the least kind to Maricris, it had her constantly shu�ing to keep her family afloat, and with the opportunity of selling in the Banchetto securely without fear of the authorities making their way towards her cart; she earned her place inside the food market. Apart from her inept business ideas and e�orts, studying was the only thing she couldn’t complete. It hindered her from acquiring employment and latched her to the sidewalks, keeping her in a constant state of fear. A future she does not want for her

Sweat travels in the crevices where tears stream as the blood owed in calloused hands seep into the weave of the fabric they adorn—bringing smiles into existence as their very flame lies on the brink of fading. Their everyday life relies on the number of simpers they earn, each garnering them emotional and monetary rewards following a strenuous day of work. What color manifests in the future of those who brighten smiles in others' visage?

Mascots work day and night in Antipolo City, they often wander around the Cathedral in the middle of crowds in hopes of gathering tips to take home after the job. For the mascots, Jasmin Nuñez and Mark Jazen Tarin, being in this line of work is fun but di�cult, especially since they have to work after school.

“I just want to explore. Gusto kong mag-laboy laboy.”

Mark Jazen shared.

He can cook and clean—ever since, home economics and everything related to it is the bane of Mark’s existence. He studies hospitality and plans to take a job around the things he likes. In spite of such desires, he lacks the finances to cook his dreams into existence, leading him in the mascot industry where he can get to

Moving from Manila to Antipolo, he bears his dreams of stepping foot in a cruise ship to work. Living for his family, his love, and himself, to sustain his education and towards the life he wants. Getting outside the costume, and into the ship, just as Mark planned.

“Tuloy tuloy kami, kasi di lang naman to yung raket namin.” Jasmin Nuñez’s mother said.

A free spirit, one that yearns to wander and play in the streets with friends, a child’s life. However, Jasmin’s situation is out of the ordinary as she goes straight to her mother after school, so they could both work near the Antipolo Shrine. Donning Valak, there is an adorable stature inside the terrifying facade, Jasmin dresses up as these characters and sets her box for tips while her mother sells flowers beside her. Indeed, being employed should not be a part of a child’s activity. But with poverty, Jasmin and her mother are put in a situation where they have to mobilize or they would not thrive. Smiling as she paints smiles on others’ faces, her nature never falters though smothered by the costume she portrays. Jasmin is granted happiness in bringing joy to others, a way to find glee in her situation.

This is the aspirations of the youth, especially those who go through the same experiences as Mark and Jasmin, who use their time to earn money for their education and lessening the burden of their impoverished families.

A beaming future gleams for them three, for their e�orts are not without reward and regard. The work they had put into their life will bear fruits and they too, shall shine as brightly as the smiles they put in the faces of people from Antipolo to Manila, and in the near future—everywhere.

John Ashley S. Magdaleno

Banchetto de Cogeo | Local food cart vendors find success and stability through o�cial licensing after facing the constant threat of fines from authorities, a risk that jeopardizes their livelihood within the Cogeo vicinity.

Hannah Zoey A. Narca

Captured by James S. Letolio Jr.

unstoppable force that continues to flow. To dive deep into the sea of beverages, she aims to make her children achieve what she could not, to attain a future much more vibrant and tasty than the drinks she sold; until she retires from the business and cares for herself, drinking the juice of her e�orts. Hunger

“Kapit lang. Kapit lang talaga. Kahit na mahirap.” Couple Joy and Romeo Lagasca, Pares food cart employees, said. Sounds of rumbling envelop the place, calling for the delicious food the carts have to o�er, and in the middle of mixed aromas, the smell of beef broth and deep fried pork stands out—the Pares stand at the end of the line can catch all the eyes as workers Joy and Romeo Lagasca do their best to serve the starved good food. Selling pares in the Banchetto wasn’t the initial plan they had, it was a di�cult time in a di�cult

siyempre kailangan din ng budget, pag nakaluwag luwag na, restaurant na.” They stated.

Cooking food wasn’t the only thing they’re good at, concocting dreams for the lovers’ future might just be their expertise. Since becoming employees for a family member, they began hoping for their own cart to sell food, and if given the chance to, their own restaurant. In the soup they serve the people comes the ingredient of their dreams and their love, bearing in mind the hurdles they have jumped; the act of being precise in cooking, values they hope to apply in the future.

Fulfilment

feeding others to feed their families are the tales deserving to be known by those who eat and bask in the glory of the Banchetto.

With tears streaming down your face while fighting an o�cer for a cart stocked, full of supplies, to becoming a business owner who sells drinks in Banchetto de Cogeo to having another branch, an inspiring story lived by Maricris. Being employees of a food cart and dreaming to achieve more than just the life they are living now is their glazing aspiration.

To eat, or not to eat, that is the question. When the focus is mainly on what you warm your bellies with, when can the spotlight reach those who strive to make the food in hopes of warming their own families? Even with the patriotism of small businesses, they are more than just a business, they are people with stories to tell, some inducing tears from those it reaches. A taste of home from those who dream of a

It is indeed a place to quench your thirst and satiate hunger, but behind the food that people feed from, there are dreams and stories waiting to be uncovered. The lives of Maricris, Joy, and Romeo that stem from

the Filipino expression “ano-ano,” roughly translating to “a variety of anything.” Anik-aniks can be defined as any items regarded with sentimental value collected regardless of their function or use. This collection of arbitrary trinkets— with some even deemed unnecessary—is often a way of holding on to a memory.

Anik-aniks aren’t just for celebrities and Gen Z with their Sonny Angels, Labubu, and Sanrio bag charms—it's not an entirely new concept either. Anik-anik is a form of expression by personalizing items. This form of keeping is deeply engraved within the colorful and expressive maximalist culture that we Filipinos possess— representing our resourcefulness and sentimental nature by holding onto fragments of what we once had.

Fine Chinese glassware safely kept in cupboards, magnets on the refrigerator, are only some of the anik-aniks you can find in a Filipino household. We Filipinos have always found a way to keep things for the memories—anik-aniks, abubots, and burloloys.

Professor Felipe De Leon, teaching Art Studies at the University of the Philippines, used the term “maximalism” to describe the need of Filipinos to fill up empty gaps with forms. This longing feeling of nostalgia is deeply rooted in Filipinos’ emotional sensitivity and the strong urge to connect with others. The Filipinos’ maximalist approach to life creates a colorful culture to be proud of.

“I find these items adorable, but on a deeper level, I collect- because I have this mindset that ‘It's too pretty; I can use this later,’” Marleex Reyes confessed, recalling the items she piled up—unused. For her, collecting items is a way to remember experiences and hold on to sentiments.

“They allow me to hold on to something given during times when situations haven't changed yet—like a broken friendship,” Marleex said. “These small items encapsulate the intangible memories and lessons I've learned along the way,” she added.

Anik-aniks is not just a form of fashion statement. Rather, it’s an expression of one's character by unique items representing pieces of themselves. Anik-anik, meaning anything and everything, includes any item that makes you happy—all of anik-aniks represent an extension of ourselves—a mosaic of things close to our hearts.

Life is a battlefield. To most, it is spending every hour pulling meat from bones. Working tirelessly to provide for their loved ones, often having time slip away from their clutches as they retire from reaching dreams and strive for survival. But to her, home is the battlefield forever etched in her mind—a war not even a place of refuge can pacify.

Naima Abdulmalik is an accessory vendor in Cogeo, selling chargers, earphones, and phone cases for more than a decade; she is one of the typical side street sellers most ignore. Born and raised in Marawi, Naima witnessed the harrowing siege that caused the death of a thousand Maranaos, and once the chance to flee presented itself, she took her family out of the battlefield into another one.

“Wala akong alam eh. Magtinda lang talaga. Kahit sa Marawi nagtitinda ako, sari sari store. Tapos ngayon, dito accessories.” She shared.

Cogeo became the sanctuary that housed Naima and her family, serving as the foundation for the home they once had and fought to rebuild; making ends meet by doing what she knows best, selling. Business is the battlefield she tread from Marawi to Antipolo, being in the industry for the past decade, trading di�erent goods was the only source of income that supported her family, giving them something to feed, shelter, and clothe from. Knowing the di�cult challenges life prepared for her, instead of letting bullets hit her, she braced herself for it—biting it right on time, saving her loved ones and building a bright future for them. One brighter than what she had, aiming for her children to gleam under the light through charging them towards success with her charger, earphones, and phone accessories.

“Pangarap ko ay makapag-sarili ng tindahan na hindi vendor. Gusto kong makapagtapos ang mga anak ko.” Naima stated. No man is an island, and no man can live without their phone accessories; especially, if a family hangs onto it. Making the charger a life line, powering phones, aspirations, and what lies ahead for Naima and her children. Leaving the fight to get back the front lines just to keep their life in line, powering coming times

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A school is considered as a student’s second home. This is the place where knowledge flourishes and a person is nurtured. With almost everyone in school being occupied you would think that it would be in shambles, but because of these warriors wielding a broom like a sword, they save our school from looking like an aftermath of a disaster.

Ever since Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) was built in the grounds of Brgy. San Jose, alongside the teachers and the first batches of students, Lorna Angco and Melanie Herreros, the custodians of the school, have been with the institution for almost a decade now. They are the reason why the school always looks spotless and why the animals of ACNSTHS are in their best health, and for a lot of people in the school, they are the reason why they stay despite the hectic schedule.

“Having their presence, especially Ate Lorna, helped me to cope up when the days were somehow unbearable.” Andrew Dumangas, a class of 2023 graduate, stated.

They have resided with the school ever since, so it is not surprising that they know the problems that many students have to face on a daily basis. However, instead of turning the students out, they have provided comfort to many when hard times start to hit. The safe spaces they had created have accompanied students, from alumnis to the recent students of ACNSTHS.

“Their care for the students was really shown during my stay.” The alumnus also added.

A clean environment helps the mind to properly function, such conditions are vital for everyone's performance. Ate Lorna and Ate Lanie work non-stop to maintain the cleanliness of the school. From classrooms to the field filled with remnants of mango trees, trying to tidy every mess that is visible to the eyes.

The school has always been a haven for greenery with little to no trash ever seen on the winding paths of the school. Ate Lorna and Ate Lanie have always kept up with their schedule. Even though it can be gruesome especially in hot summer days and rainy typhoon season, it has not halted either of the two from doing their job.

“Their e�orts in maintaining a well-kept school create a more conducive learning environment for the students.” Mrs. Joan Yaguel-Busa, a senior high school teacher stated.

For how long they have been doing this job, it would come as a surprise that they haven’t stopped serving this school and for their needs. With new students coming every year, they are open with their arms to the new changes of the school.

And with this road they're taking currently, the walis tingting in their hands is always ready to help battle out the trash that comes on the way. They will continue in keeping the school’s cleanliness to the best of their abilities. Despite the work that they do to keep the school in its best shape, they never forget to smile and to give a smile to everyone they see.

“I’m really thankful for Ate Lorna and Ate Lanie in our community. They do a great job helping us keep our environment clean and making things better for everyone.” Riamei Mercader, a grade 10 student, said.

Ate Lorna and Ate Lanie have not only helped us in keeping our environment clean, but they have also provided us comfort and advice that will forever hold dear in our hearts for as long as we can. They continue to provide a home for not only the students, but also the stray animals that wander by, where they can feel safe and sound from the turmoil and chaos that always ensues in the school. And because of that, we would like to thank you both for providing us a home filled with care and love that you have given to us for the past decade.

Beneath the ink stains of pens that bled for the sake of a gold that gains temporary and brave. An ink, that even with the absence of an audience, unfolds stories worth telling

It was not long ago when Naeumi Gonzales, a student of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS), championed her way to National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) delegate for Column Writing- Secondary English and became the stone when she placed fifth in the competition for the same category in the national level, but also embraced a new recognition. That to write means to be the greatest among all— to be recognized and be praised by those who have read her works.

"I thought it was all about recognition. To be one of the great, or even the good. To be the most awaited. To sign books you have written and to see how many lives you've impacted," Naeumi stated in an interview. "I thought that writing is worthwhile when you know that someone is reading it.

However, it was as if all the odds were in her favor when she was introduced by her friend, Sui, to campus journalism—a field she was particularly foreign to. Little did she know, that she will soon embrace herself with a new view in writing: that now, for her, writing is not for the masses, but it is being one with the masses and an ink that sparks the desire for a change.

“It doesn't matter anymore if you reach the summit; what matters now is who I am beneath the permanence of the ink. Now, writing for me is to be one with the masses and to anchor the truth in every paper I choose to bleed upon.” She shared.

Along the way, Naeumi battled the whispers of her own doubts, whether she deserved to represent her school in the NSPC or not. But even with those nightmares, she reminded herself of the support, people had given her—as well as the true purpose of her action.

Perhaps back then, writing was all about medals. But with the cries, forced silence, su�erings, and bloodshed, her heart was set ablaze driving her to use her pen in unfolding the truth. She overflowed with love for the Filipinos that proves her worthy of the title, ‘journalist’. A writer that does her job not for the medal, but for impacting the lives of Filipinos that is worthier than the luxury of a fool’s gold.

what is a man without acquaintances who will lead him out of a lonely island and sail the seas to the mainland?

As any sailor venturing the vast sea of life, such union is required to a successful voyage.

Similar to how students navigate through a spontaneous academic lifestyle, friends are crucial, especially for fresh juniors new in Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS).

Among those juniors is Elijah Suico, a Grade 7 ACNSTHS student who experienced challenges as he shifted

schools from elementary to high school. A tide of change that would rock his friendships.

“Since I did not know what to expect from the people here in AnSci. I didn’t know if they’re going to be pompous- or were they just gonna be really nice and humble.” Elijah stated.

Despite Elijah’s uncertainty about the waters yet to travel, he remains determined to further strengthen his relations. As a junior sailor himself, he hopes to create a comforting space for the people he’ll welcome on board as he embarks on life starboard and back.

By the time sailors eventually grow from juniors to seniors, a ship’s crew has already grown twice as it was before. As people above the rushing waters rejoice and clamor, rocky isles with maelstroms tend to take place from time to time. Similar to how a fellowship truly is, such inevitable circumstances can leave one’s friendship in disarray.

Luckily, whirlpools of destruction are easily avoided thanks to senior sailors

like the Grade 12 ACNSTHS student, Kenji Carigma, one of the few capable to land the crew safely. As a senior sailor, he is also wise enough to sail until the end without any dismay or fear of separation. To him, there is no need to stress the possibility of continuing the friendship once they arrive on the mainland of their graduation day.

“Hindi naman sila kaibigan kapag kinalimutan nila ang friendship niyo. So ‘yong mga mag-stay, ‘yon talaga ang mga friends mo.” Kenji emphasizes.

Those who are true never leave, instead, they reflect. As Kenji puts it, “Kailangan niyong mag-reflect sa pinagsamahan niyo, sa friendship niyo.”

As di�erent people end their voyage and new ones continue to set sail, one must remember that no man is an island, for everyone is part of a whole. May it be in

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British scientists uncover new blood group; enhance transf usion safety

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MAL, after a 50-year myster y, allowing proper treatment of rare patients that lack this blood group.

The NHSBT-led team pinpointed the genetic basis of the AnWj blood group carried in the MAL protein, establishing the 47th blood group system ever discovered.

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that analyzes the protein-coding sequences, to show that the rare inherited cases were caused by homozygous DNA sequence deletions in the MAL gene, which codes for MAL protein.

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We would not have achieved this without exome sequencing, as the gene we little is known about MAL protein in red cells,” Tilley added.

Nicole Thorn Cell Reference at NHS resolving the genetic b AnWj has been one of challenging projects.

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DOST Starbooks in ACNSTHS :

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instead. I use this to review and make reviewers as well,” a student stated.

As the production of textbooks declines due to concerns over pollution and deforestation, and with the ongoing advancement of technology in education, this online library acts as a vital source of knowledge for students and teachers.

Another student said that, “Before knowing DOST Starbooks, kinailangan ko pang hanapin online yung mga modules sa Scribd o sa CourseHero para lang makapag-review para sa mga summatives, pero noong nalaman ko yung Starbooks, biglang mas napadali dahil sama-sama na yung mga lessons.”

On the 24th of June, 2011, the Science and Technology Information Institute (STII), an organization under the Department of Science and Technology o�cially launched the DOST Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated KioskS (Starbooks). This initiative marked the Philippine’s first Digital Library, aiming at promoting interest in the Science and Technology field.

Over time, it has been a safe haven for many students as it has been a strong basis for lessons that can be quite extensive, and this goes the same for the learners inside Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) as it has been used for studying the vigorous subjects that has been accustomed within Science High Schools.

“Since it provides me with presentations that I can use as a reference since there are no modules in some subjects, I use this

Starbooks has made several students feel at ease because of how accessible they are to the masses, and it gives them a soft landing to fall to when they are in need to learn the lessons they have di�culty in.

Education should be accessible to everyone, everywhere. With the implementation of DOST Starbooks, a new way for learning has been opened for students seeking assistance in their studies. This is especially crucial today, as our country experienced a significant decline in proficiency across various educational sectors last year. Starbooks could be the key to elevating our educational outcomes.

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As we age and progress, we attain more and more knowledge by just living. However, even then, there is so little that we know about our world alone. But despite that, there are a plentiful amount of dedicated people in the field who, just like the others, want to find the truth and secrets of our planet. This may include scholars and professionals, even young and aspiring researchers like Ishiah— who even though is still quite young, wants to make a di�erence.

After much deliberation, it was decided that Ishiah Soriano, the winner of the Physical Science Category during their school’s Science and Technology Fair alongside his partner Gabriel Marcus Agustin, would compete in the upcoming Division Science and Technology Fair (DSTF) in the individual category. With their winning study, “E�ectiveness of Chipboard Sheets made from Waste Banana Fibers (Musa acuminata) Compared to Industrial Chipboard Sheets,” he had to compete with the best of the best from di�erent schools. However it begs the question, what makes his study worthwhile?

SIGNIFICANCE of the Study

“We do research not only for the grades but rather it is for finding solutions to the problems that we face,” the president Paolo Miguel Cabugoy stated. Research is an

purpose is to improve our everyday lives.

Despite that there are di�erent categories in research, they serve one main purpose, to make a di�erence. With the tops of mountains being shaved o� and the release of harmful toxins because of the wastes, the creation of this alternative chipboard was necessary not only for the sake of their grades but for the world’s

health and safety. The product itself, for how tiny it is, makes a huge impact towards some of the biggest issues we face today.

Scope and LIMITATIONS

“Maybe 5,000 (Pesos). Yes. Actually, it was very small po compared to other groups, other studies.” was the answer of the researcher when asked about how much money was spent for their research.

Money, one of the issues researchers have di�culty facing. Sadly, money doesn’t just grow on trees, and if it were, many students would be able to fund their research to finally unravel the hidden potential deep inside their studies. With every failed try, a bits of money starts going down the drain. Still, even with these limits of not having enough money and equipment, the researchers persevered until they eventually were victorious.

and for us to use the inventions they have crafted. Many scientists have devoted years of work to advance research, but Sakana AI, a Tokyo-based Artificial Intelligence is programmed to generate research upon one click. Can the emerging research tool, Sakana AI, live up to its claims?

“If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants.” This statement by Isaac Newton highlights that greater height brings wider vision. We benefit from the insights of ancient thinkers who paved the way for modern scholars

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The AI Scientist named as the “companion of human scientists” is engineered to come up with ideas, create methodology, conduct tests and write a report on it, all for the cost of USD15 per paper. Sakana AI is also programmed to learn from its own reports, continuously refining and enhancing its ideas across multiple submissions. The AI Scientist has even attempted to modify its own code and parameters, prioritizing thoroughness over speed. While this innovation o�ers exciting possibilities, it also raises ethical concerns.

However, when this unprovoked software reaches its best, it can surely create a giant step ahead. AI research has yet to reach its peak, but when it does, it can accomplish remarkable feats.

While development may progress gradually, it is clear that AI-researcher software can perform tasks more e�ciently than an average human. The potential of this giant can surely build cities of information and connect humans to broader prospects. However, there’s this gigantic loophole. Articifial intelligence should not

be regarded as a collection of human work, as it is an insult to compare years of crafted research to a ‘concise’ and hastily produced output. Marketed as a companion, AI-researcher software often relies on the work of others under the guise of “education,” sounding like the perfect pretense of modern plagiarism.

Although the benefits of AI-researcher software may outweigh its drawbacks, the impact it brings must also be considered. Research at the click of a button sounds too good to be true, but this convenience may sacrifice elements that are important for ensuring accuracy. It also raises questions about how the information generated is validated to be even legitimate.

As the AI Scientist continues to evolve, its integration into the scientific community could redefine the boundaries of research, collaborating human knowledge and artificial intellect to explore more about science. Ultimately, as we create and innovate new ideas, the importance of crediting rightful owners must never be compromised. To live on the shoulders of giants is a privilege, but to gain from their e�orts is another matter. This does not mean we cannot benefit from these inventions; it would lose its purpose if not used. Instead, we must use it with understanding why we have access to this research in the first place. Let’s never lose the essence of research—to progress and serve the society we live in.

tumblers: Hydration with bits of Lead?

A recent report by EcoWaste Coalition highlighted alarming levels of toxic lead in reusable water bottles purchased from Metro Manila retail stores, including those in Antipolo City, between July and October 2024. Marketed primarily to children, these bottles often loved with cartoon figures—were found in Antipolo City, Caloocan City, Quezon City, Manila, and Teresa in Rizal. EcoWaste raised concerns that the paint on these bottles could chip o� with repeated use, posing a risk if ingested by children.

Lead exposure in children is particularly concerning due to its severe health impacts. "Lead a�ects a child's developing brain- including the heart, lungs and kidneys," UNICEF stated.

In tests conducted by EcoWaste, 15 steel water bottles were found to have lead levels exceeding the government’s standard of 90 parts per million (ppm) in their outer coatings. Alarmingly, ten of these bottles had "dangerously high" lead levels above 10,000 ppm, with one sample containing over 100,000 ppm.

A survey at Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) revealed that 46.1% of students use Aqua Flask tumblers, with unbranded following at 20.4%, Tyeso at 14.6%, Hydro Flask at 6.8%, and other brands accounting for 12.1%. More than half of the bottles may contain lead-based solder in the vacuum insulation, a common industry standard. The persistent use of a lead solder is a concern as its traces can migrate to surfaces, posing long-term health risks, especially to children who use these bottles regularly.

RESULTS and Discussion

After a long and suspenseful amount of time has passed; the results were finally released. Sadly, this wasn’t as victorious as the last time, just short of reaching the top and he placed 2nd place, making him out of contention to be able to compete in the Regional Science and Technology Fair. “Medyo disappointing, pero happy naman ako doon sa nag-first,” said Ishiah. On the brighter side, his study was recognized by one of the panelists who was a part of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and o�ered to give sponsorship for his research. Without research, we would know nothing about everything around us. It has and will continue to be a bridge towards understanding and true knowledge. Even though Ishiah wasn’t successful in bringing home the gold, he has already proven that his research is much more valuable than gold, it is priceless.

WHO raises Public Health Emergency, deadlier strain of Mpox emerges

Eliezer D. Ganzon

On August 14, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) due to a surge in Mpox cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and other African countries. This new outbreak involves a dangerous mpox subtype, raising concerns globally.

"The current upsurge of mpox in parts of Africa, along with the spread of a new sexually transmissible strain of the monkeypox virus- originating in Africa, was neglected there and later caused a global outbreak in 2022,” said the WHO Director-General.

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV). While typically causing mild symptoms like rash, fever, and body aches, the subtype behind this outbreak is more severe than the strain responsible for the 2022 global spread.

Mpox has been prevalent in the DRC for over a decade, with cases rising annually. As of August 31, 106,310 cases have been reported across 123 countries, with 90% originating in the DRC.

Mpox spreads by contaminated objects, infected animal bites, and close human contact, especially during sexual activity. Vaccines l JYNNEOS and ACAM2000 are available, with some approved by the FDA for emergency use. While antivirals are undergoing trials, WHO stresses care and prevention in the absence of a definitive cure.

Brainiacs | ACNSTHS students excelled at the Division Science and Technology Fair, winning multiple categories and demonstrating that students from science high schools thrive both academically and in extracurriculars, bringing pride to their school.

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AnSci faces robotics-inclined researches gaps despite STEM-focused curriculum

Despite having a robust Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)- based curriculum, it is a surprising twist that Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (ACNSTHS) faces a shortage in the number of conducted robotics-inclined research.

According to the Science Coordinator, Leah B. Juntado, only a range of 10 to 15 robotics-related research were conducted starting from the pioneer batch before pandemic, while Senior high school department teacher Louis Angelo Dorosan stated that the number of researches related to robotics in Senior High School can “only be counted by fingers”.

The Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AnSci) continues to make waves in science and technology related competitions, recently securing victories at the Division Science and Technology Fair (DSTF). Despite facing limitations in resources, the AnSci students excel in competitions, showcasing the students’ resilience and dedication.

This isn’t the first AnSci students have succeeded in competitions despite the challenges posed by limited laboratory accommodations. Teachers and coaches have consistently stepped up, dedicating time and e�ort to mentor young talents in their research projects to compensate for the lack of adequate laboratory equipment.

According to Baldwin Badillo Batac, the Former Laboratory Custodian, “Teachers help the students get the travel permit for them to go out". The students are required to seek laboratory results from Institutes like the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) since the school laboratory cannot cater the experiments.

The lack of funding has undoubtedly impacted the school’s capacity for research and innovation. Without proper equipment, students are often limited in the types of experiments they can conduct, sometimes being forced to change studies.

Lalaine Rarick, the new Laboratory Custodian added, “I think there has been a significant lack of equipment, which prevented us from conducting actual experiments, but now this issue is gradually being resolved”.

On the other hand, AnSci recently received additional laboratory equipment this October. Although these equipment may not be enough to accommodate all of the experimentation of the students, it is still a significant step for teachers and students to conduct more activities and experiments within the school, minimizing the cost.

According to Rarick, there is still a lot of equipment needed for future activities and the Science Department will further discuss a request in the future. However, she added that the AnSci is indeed fortunate after receiving additional lab equipment which will hopefully be utilized to enhance laboratory skills and deepen understanding across various fields of Science.

“Bilang lang sa daliri. Tapos ‘yong mga students pa na nag-coconduct noon, ay nag-aaral pa ng robotics from scratch,” Dorosan stated.

Moreover, in comparison to other

'Hackathon'

fields, AnSci researchers mostly conduct their studies inclined on the branches of both environmental and life sciences.

Factors Underneath

Meanwhile, the pandemic, funding, and lack of exposure directly a�ected the students’ interest to conduct the robotics-inclined researches.

“Yes, maybe napapanood online— sa social media, but the exposure [sa] gagawin nila or yung chance na gagawin nila, hindi naging inclined ang students natin. Well, mas nag-incline sila sa conventional research compared sa robotics,” Dorosan noted.

“Pandemic comes, pinagbawal. Tapos walang physical contact, so hindi siya feasible,” Juntado said with regard to the factors limiting the conduct of robotics research. "Mas mahal [din], kagaya ng first, yung study nila Endiraj [Tapales], yung sa

uprises software innovations to aid LGUs

Erin B. Matro

On September 22 to 25, Department of Science and Technology (DOST) - CALABARZON governed its recent hackathon event entitled "Hack4AProgress: Creating Innovative Solutions to Address Local Government Challenges" to produce and promote breakthrough software innovations in aiding the concerns in localities including the smart health coordination solution, smart waste management system and urban air quality monitoring system faced by local government units (LGUs) in Santa Rosa City, Laguna and Carmona City, Cavite.

Eight finalists emerged from the hackathon series, a coding fest for computer programmers to upgrade a program. Teams including konek.dev from University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), HealthConnect from National University (NU) - Laguna, Team Basu-Heroes from National University (NU) - Laguna, CodeKnights from Colegio de San Juan de Letran-Calamba, PNC-ACOES from Pamantasan ng Cabuyao, Team 8 from National University (NU) - Laguna, Dash2Attack from Cavite State UniversityMain Campus and Algoholics from National University - Dasmariñas contend against each other to claim the best innovative solution.

Students from UPLB team konek.dev owned the spot with their software innovation Agapay, a detailed coherent data management system devised to link loopholes in healthcare systems to secure undivided attention and treatment on di�erent patients from di�erent facilities.

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drone. Kumbaga ilang members ‘yon para mabuo ‘yong study na ‘yon.”

Ways Forward

To foster the school’s support and exposure to robotics research, Dorosan encourages the school to have a program that teaches electronics and robotics among students.

“Kung magpapatuloy ang electronics robotics program, mas dadami. Mas ma-eexpose ang bata, mas dadami ang idea na mag-cacapitalize ng power of electronics and robotics for their research,” Dorosan said.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Juntado calls for an increase in funds as a means of support to the inclination of researchers on robotics.

Concurrently, Juntado mentioned that science and research teacher Maria Leoneth Ileto now focuses on integrating robotics in the research proposals of junior high school.

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UPLB Institute of Computer Science (ICS) faculty member Reginald Neil Recario and UPLB Technology Transfer and Business Development O�ce (TBDO) member Angel G. Mutia led the team to triumph with their guidance and supervision, ensuring the viability of the innovation.

Consists of a project manager, coders, and designers.

Meanwhile, Harley Margallo, a representative of the DOSTCALABARZON's Public A�airs, Relations, and Communications Unit (PARCU) enounced that the top three teams will receive cash prizes. Moreover, DOST will consider funding the astounding viable product of the champion.

Aligned with the DOST CALABARZON 2024 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTIW) Celebration, the Hack4AProgress initiative empowered the technological skills of the students in creating advancements to address modern day problems and aid amendments to local government units (LGUs).

Mainly HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Python, Java, C/C++, Ruby, PHP, C#, and Swift.

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Recently, a newly discovered type of pothos plant has been found in Bukidnon, Mindanao. It is named "Pothos deleonii M.P. Medicilo-Guiang and D. Cabactulan 2024". Pothos are mostly discovered in Southeast Asian regions where they are mostly in tropical areas.

Dr. Miguel David De Leon, an uploader and field biologist, stated that he discovered the plant while conducting his bird expedition back in 2019, he told the Inquirer. Though, the location of the plant cannot be revealed to protect the area and to avoid hunting it illegally.

De Leon stated further that he initially could not identify the specie so he referred the discovery to experts which are the Center for Biodiversity Research and Extension in Mindanao coordinator and Institute of Biological Sciences Plant Biology Division faculty member, Dr. Lanie

Medecilo-Guiang and her co-researcher Derek Cabactulan to conduct the study and its publication.

According to Medecilo-Guiang, this newly discovered species is unique as its characteristics contain either its inflorescence or the flower head of the plant.

She stated, "The length of the peduncle, size of the flowers, and stunning color of spathe and spadix make it distinct from other species of Pothos".

On the other hand, Cabactulan insisted on protecting the wild from any illegal hunting activities. It emphasizes the importance of intentional plant preservation. It helps protect nature and conserve it.

He claimed, "Natural habitat should be protected from any type of illegal poaching activities, inter-government and private collaboration, and participation for this species naturally in private estates.”

Usually only one to two days with some spanning weeks.

A New Specie Have Arisen: Pothos deleonii

Cabactulan also added that mass propagation and cultivation will contribute in matters of protecting the existing wild population, avoid overcollection and prevent extinction. If the planting materials

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John Marc A. Gulangayan

Illustrated by Alpha Althea J. Briones

CLASSIC MATE Ombid extends division advancement run

Jayrus Ombid tenaciously prolonged his 3-year win streak in the Unit Meet 2024 Chess tournament, bagging a solid 4-1, held at Inuman Elementar y School, on September 18-19.

Unbeatable ‘23 Regionals Athletics Association Meet (RAAM) contender, Ombid, insisted triumph with his classic Roy Lopez opening w Indian defense on black.

Meanwhile, John Gatlabayan National High S his four in a row as he sur Ombid.

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Ombid is now exploring assembling for the upcoming c the second week of Novem

ACNSTHS squea past CNHS, sei bronze in Billiard debut

Seancris Santo the bronze medal in Sec 8-balls Unit Meet 2024, Elementar y School, Sep

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Though the city AnSci’s inaugural bronze win u

AnSci Aces piling up medals from Unit Meet: 4 thletes up for City Meet

Flushing Aces: Bets

Spor ts in general is a wager of skills and dedication, where vic tor y is often a testament to athletes’ extent to place cards

requires an applaudable foundation of unwavering suppor t, commitment, and dominable training to be able to surpass an opponent Athletes at Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) face their own share of challenges. A missing foundation for players with aspiring goals and a thirst for full house cards on hand that will shape them, a newly approved Projec t AC ES that will create a den of “Sharks” to devour their dreams— the master hand of gambles.

Cards on hand

AnSci has always been a small community, “ home of the champions”, they usually say, but multiple obstacles lie within its well-crafted title. From

ANTIPOLO, RIZAL - AnSci athleticsing several medals and recognition, displaying their for titude and tenacity on the BSP Camp-ment and s atisfac tion.

Competitiveness, passion, and commitment are the key factors that enabled AnSci athletes to gather numerous victories that paved the way for brighter oppor tunities.

Gold Medal Glor y Karl Vienz Santiago who was titled as champion, printed out a bountiful record of a place while taking hold of the gold medal. Beside his triumph is another silver medal grab of measuring second place.

Kenneth Demonteverde followed just behind Santiago, placing second at the discus throw, scoring a solid 19.15 meters.

Royal Momentum

All-in

limited resources, a shor tage of spor ts equipment, and a lack of training spaces that is solely for our players. But as years went by, the Athletes, also known as AnSci Aces showed their competence and skills, dominating multiple tournaments, and after back-to-back Regionals Association Athletics Meet heads, securing suppor t from Antipolo s Local Government Unit (LGU).

“It’s not about having ever ything perfectly in place,” stated by the ACNSTHS spor ts head, Mr. Ariel Zarate, “it’s about making the best of With the resilience and evident determination, combined with talents shown by the athletes, coaches, and suppor t system, ACNSTHS managed to get the Project Athletics Coaching and Education on Spor ts or “Project Aces” approved, which aims to implement formal trainings and enough funding allocated on equipment and tournaments, costing approximately

After recent outbursts of RAAM

Project ACES is made to be a pathway to growth, designed to develop each athlete’s full potential and instill a love for spor ts. When Sir Zarate made this task, 2 types of athletes

been competing for years and those who are is rooted in a vision that brings experienced athletes and rookies together, allowing them to learn, grow, and strive to the top. By focusing on both skill development and personal growth, Project ACES prepares students to rise to competitions like the City Meet, RAAM, and the ultimate goal Palarong Pambansa embodying

AnSci’s mantra, Aim High, Dream High, AnSCi! Straight Flush

This year, the City meet is a

AnSci Athletes. Project ACES will be the fuel that’ll drive them to reach fur ther. “With the structured training and suppor t from ACES, even athletes with little experience gain a especially true for those who’ve competed in the past in the Regional Athletic Association

A 16-year-old Princess Fiona Maybay ed a silver medal after forcing 12 43 meters on e has cended ers e long jump, er

hink ing handyo y Clores. h, edal ob Navaro d o will he hes, kills and oking up

for the matches. But the mental aspect of it is often overlooked, this is where the program comes in to build resilience, training students to approach each spor ting event with focus and

Four of a Kind

With the unwavering suppor t of the school administration and the piqued interest of students, Project ACES is set for success to empower athletes in AnSci for years to come. In nur turing existing talents that come to the school ever y year in freshmen and senior high transferees. Also provides a platform for upstar t athletes who got their interest in playing, as Sir Zarate recalled his journey “Five years ago, kaming dalawa lang ni Andrew Kahit ako noon, I’m not well-versed in athletics. Bilang coach, nadevelop din sa akin yung interest on how to make the statistics better as an athletic school ” Proving that the mere interest can be the star t of a new passion for students in spor ts. The experience they gain is invaluable, so developing a holistic approach in spor ts is impor tant. And now with the project approved, the lack of equipment will be steadily solved. This program will surely shape the spor ting landscape of AnSci with these four key elements to be powerful, mirroring the unrivaled hand in poker

Yankee C. Lawis & Chloui A. Ybañez

of the rising sharks

Quirino C. Benitez

Miguel Abiog

Caisey Pearl Manto

e ability to overcome challenges.

s a thrilling neck-and-neck contest

hen AJ Abelinde made her gameinning 3-pointer during the Women’s etball Intramurals at Antipolo City ational Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS) in 2024, she felt the elec tric pressure from the crowd as she took that decisive shot nbeknownst to her, it became the uting oppor tunity that would clinch win for Koi no Kokyu.

s Bloom

aking the lead is impor tant in competitions, es strive to surpass their opponents, we now which of the Roses will bloom the we don’t know which of the players will tness. The intensity of the competition ne on edge, and The House of Roses, Koi

STRANGLED THE CROWN

Serpent strikes as Hebi no Kokyu mauls Mushi Mushi no Kokyu, propelled by Big 3

ANTIPOLO RIZAL-

Nico Clores, Ryan Bongon, and Adrian Charles Herrera coiled together for 58 points

against Mushi no Kokyu, 79 - 51, snagging the gold medal in the 2024 Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School`v Intramurals’ Basketball Finals, which happened in AC NSTHS Covered cour t last Oc tober 12.

Finals MVP Clores dropped 13 of his 21 points in the 2nd half to secure the gold med19 points in 61% shooting from inside-out play that resulted in 18 points.

“We made many errors but continued as if nothing happened. Acknowledge mistakes and move to the next possession,” Herrera stated when asked about the winning factor

Both teams struggled early to score, racking up turnovers and missing high-percentage shots, but Team Hebi slithered away with the lead at

16, led by the Big 3’s towering defense and Nathan Gatapia’s early 5 points, highlighted by an

continued in the 2nd chapter playing steady defense, Mushi showed some spark with Gabriel

to tr y and trim the lead of Hebi, Mushi’s side was led by Millonte’s 13 points, followed by Agustin’s 10 points, Kilmer Sernal and Steven Ley va chipped in nine points a piece to round out the purple team’s star ters.

After the slow 1st half, Hebi came out the 2nd half spearheaded by Bongon with 4 inside shots and Herrera with a layup sandwiched by two to an 18-point margin.

Hebi continued their onslaught with Clores at the helm scoring eight points in the last quar ter to seal the deal, constricting the championship

Latent Mauler

Despite the unwavering suppor t for student-athletes of Antipolo City National Science and Technology High School (AC NSTHS), there are still events that the learners are jammed with inconsiderate deadlines and is forbidden to come to trainings, especially when it is tournament season, as if the players are not representing the school’s name. Not only does it their full potential and prepare for the upcoming competitions.

According to the Spor ts head of ACNSTHS, Mr. Ariel Zarate, information with regards to memorandums for spor ts tournaments.

Buena sends the approved papers as proof and permission for athletes to be excused in classes, and it will be immediately sent to the school head to notify the teachers.

In contrast with the early announcement and sending of memorandums approximately two weeks prior to the event, Mr Zarate highlighted that he still gets complaints from the school players where they are not allowed to be excused for training, or even get pulled out in cer tain subjects on the exact day of the tournament

s of suppor t ring on the cour t Each ity holds immense value—a single game s outcome at any moment ed and capitalized on ever y chance; ever y chance she got because she wouldn’t let the other team surpass them, she faced whirling feelings of anticipation and doubt as she played.

Harmonious Roses

Cooperation and Harmony of players can boost their chances of winning, with trust and determination, the player s willpower will be united to push through the hardships. And AJ and Margarette Anne Rabaca were a powerhouse duo. AJ consistently set Rabaca up for success, delivering passes that allowed her to take some of the lead, the two teams were neck and neck, repeatedly besting each other eventually leading to over time, As the clock ticked

shone through: Rabaca made a quick pass to AJ, who took the decisive shot Her last-minute Bank Shot sealed the victor y for The Rose House or Koi no Kokyu, showcasing determination and teamwork

VB Mixed Finals: Koi no Kokyu clinches win against electric Kaminari no Kokyu in the heart-stopping third set by 15-12

ANTIPOLO, RIZAL

– The cour t gets heated as monster varsities from the AC NSTHS Volleyball

lead by their spearheads Hayden Valencia and Margarette Rabaca snagged the win against the fanfavorite Kaminari no Kokyu and their volleyball superstar, Gabriel Cuenco in a close score of 15-12.

Pouring all their blood, sweat and tears into ever y ball, both teams gave it their all from the ver y beginning up until the ver y end of the match with the pink team sealing the deal with the yellow team slipping up with a net error and their star players Datu Gacias who blasted

MVP of the match Hayden Valencia who dominated the cour t as a perfectly wellrounded player with 12 points throughout the entire match.

On the other side of the net was the pink team’s biggest adversar y, Kaminari no

Kokyu lead by the varsity team’ captain, Gabriel Cuenco with his teammates being forces not to be reckoned with being fellow varsities Darene Cera, Nate Calingan, Louisse Fernandez and other notable players as set 25-20 with Kaminari’s Louel

on the cour t.“Nung na-shoot, grabe yung feeling na parang tapos na, nagawa ko na lahat.” said by Aj, she added, “Si Rabaca, magaling ‘yan talaga. Magaling talaga siya super.”

To avenge the team, Koi takes the second set with a tight score of 25-23 with putting a stop to Cuenco’s lightspeed momentum with long rallies the pink team with immense Rabaca, Sabdani, Valencia and Seifer Neill’s 3 ser vice ace streak.

“I was super shocked and happy that we won because I really thought we’d lose with the other team having Kuya Gab with a really strong defense and was to declare that Koi is the champion and I m super happy

“Siguro considerate naman ‘yung teachers, however, hindi enough ‘yung suppor t na binibigay For example, week before ng competition tsaka pala binibigyan ng time mag train after whole day classes, samantalang ‘yung ibang school months nagta-training ” , an ACNSTHS badminton varsity, Florenz Molina stated.

In addition, it was pointed out by Mr. Zarate that as a teacher, it was understandable that some subject teachers may disapprove of excusing someone from the class, especially if it is a complex or major subject However, it occurs to some varsity that there are still events where they do not receive fair consideration when it comes to deadlines of activities.

Being able to join athletic meets or even making it to the varsity team alone is an accomplishment and privilege enough for young students. Moreover, their impor tance to the school as representatives are not highlighted and given impor tance enough. Sometimes, the school where the athletes came from, the place where skills must be harnessed and build foundation upon,

much potential these extraordinar y learners have.

Teachers should give considerate extensions deadlines, especially when it comes to performance tasks, and missed activities. Lastly, schools should give oppor tunities for varsity players to train more while balancing a decent amount of schoolworks, to help them reach their full latent and not actually maul it

Chloui A. Ybañez

Juan Miguel Jaminal

Yankee C. Lawis

Kyle Christian N. Quidilig

Caisey Pearl Manto

Juan Miguel Jaminal

Infographic by Ervyn Ryle G. Mediano & Julian Cedrick D. Restauro

Pendulum Chronicle

Hefty Crown

With such title comes

bagging a triumph. For Ken

High School (AC NSTHS), as so

he immediately felt

crashin

to his late father who passed

“Pa, natupad ko na ‘yung sinabi kong mag u-unit meet ako

SPOTTED GE M

mass of

way just

tourname

ako nakalaban, kaya sinabi ko talaga kay papa bago siya mamatay na next school year, makakapasok akong unit meet, magkakaplace ako”, he narrated fur ther

Competing in the Unit meet has always been Kenneth s TOTGA or his the one that got away, as he was supposed to join last year ’ s tournament in the year 2023. But after his knee injur y, causing him to not have the chance to par ticipate. Since then, Kenneth became eager than ever to have an ultimate comeback after his regrettablebroken journey towards athletics, and he surely made a promise to his father that he will join this year ’ s match, especially that this is his last year as a high school student

Chloui A. Ybañez ANTIPOLO, RIZAL –Antipolo City National Science and Technology HIgh School (ACNSTHS) MAPEH club kick-o� tryouts for the Men's Volleyball 2024 at the school's covered court, spearheaded by the team captain, Gabriel Cuenco; August 21, Wednesday. According to the MAPEH club president, Kenji Carigma, this year’s event became smoother that it was after the current principal Mrs. Janice P. Maravilla permitted the players to be excused from class during the

WIE LDING TREASURE

“Namali kasi ‘yung bagsak ko no ’ n sa tuhod kaya ayun, hindi

biggest obstacle was just about to beat him down to the grounds of grief

“Wala na talaga dapat akong balak lumaban, three days before ng tournament, namatay si papa, and ayaw ko na talaga pumunta, pero naaalala ko ‘yung pinangako ko kay papa na makakalaro ako sa Unit meet at mananalo ako , he stated.

Hours of training after training, his dedication bloom like its isolated pot. The amount of time he spent, naturally equated to his admirable thirst to nab that victor y, resulting him to get pass the athletics tr youts conducted by his coach Mr Ariel Zarate. This earned him a sure sweet spot to the 2024 Unit meet, but the thrill did not stop there, Kenneth proved the desperate need to win as he continuously exer ted preparations, not knowing that the

all over Kenneth, lending him the spot of 1st runner up, silver medalist. A bittersweet coup it was, on someone who is no longer there to witness and share the joy of bringing home the bacon.

“No’ng laban ko, naalala ko ‘yung injur y ko, tapos naalala ko rinsi papa, kaya hindi ako makabato nang maayos, pero pinili kong tapusin ‘ to kasi alam kong kasama ko si papa do’n sa laban ko”, crushing event in his life just

Moreover he admitted that he was not on a stable and just state during the tournament, but he knows deep down that the moment he steps on that venue, it was no was about to claim will be solely for his father

LUSTROUS VIC TORY

The exquisite throw of the two-kilogram discus exploded silver

shadow— a hefty one.

Moreover, the club disclosed that there are more aspiring players in volleyball this year compared to the previous ones as some of the athletes from di�erent sports switch up to joining volleyball instead.

“Nakita siguro nila na may laban naman talaga ‘yung VB ng AnSci last year, kasi malakas naman talaga tayo and kaya makipagsabayan sa ibang schools, maybe they show much more potential kaya lumipat”, Mr. Carigma added.

Team captain Cuenco, along

with the former varsity from Batch 3, Carlo Briñosa, who was invited for tryouts, started o� the drill by observing each contender’s prior skill in serving, spiking, and blocking followed by an exhibition game to fully test one another’s ability.

“Nakakatuwa rin kasi mas may malaking potential akong nakikita sa players ngayon compared sa dati na super onti pa lang ng population sa AnSci as well as the players”, Briñosa narrated

Briñosa pointed out the outstanding improvement of the current team having more support, sponsors, and exemplary competitors as he also noticed the astounding performances of the players even at lower grade levels.

”Mas mahirap dati kasi wala kaming support, pero ngayon super improved at skilled na nila”, he added. The release of results will soon be announced and posted on the MAPEH club page.

Throwing Triumph | Kenneth Demonteverde defied personal challenges to secure a remarkable 2nd place in the discus throw at the highly competitive Unit Meet, marking a standout achievement in the season.

Captured by John Marc A. Gulangayan

Captioned by Jami Shiloh G. Casauay