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11.9-MW bunker-fired power plant to rise in Koronadal City

By Allen Sam V. Estabillo

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ENERAL SANTOS CITY -- Distribution utility South Cotabato I Electric Cooperative (Socoteco I) is constructing an 11.9-megawatt (MW) bunker-fired power plant to augment the growing power requirements of industries and residential consumers in parts of South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat provinces.

Santiago Tudio, Socoteco 1 general manager, said Wednesday they have partnered with energy firm Supreme Power Corporation for the construction and operationalization of

an embedded power plant that will be run by modular generator sets.

He said the construction of the plant will begin on Thursday in a property owned by the electric cooperative in Matulas, Barangay Paraiso in Koronadal City.

“We’re targeting to complete the construction and eventually operate the plant by July,” he said in an interview.

Citing their initial agreement with Supreme Power, he said the company will operate the plant for 15 years using imported generator sets from South Korea.

He said the plant will directly

Labor force survey starts today

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By Janith C. Aves, DM

he Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) will be conducting the January 2015 Labor Force Survey starting today, January 8, 2015 until the end of this month.

According to Engr. Eddie Nasol, Interim Regional Director of PSA Region 10, this undertaking aims to provide a quantitative framework for the preparation of plans and formulation of policies affecting the labor market.

More specifically, the survey is designed to provide statistics on levels and trends of employment, unemployment and underemployment for the

country, as a whole, and for each of the administrative regions, including provinces and key cities.

Nasol is encouraging all sample households to cooperate with this survey and to give truthful answers to the interviewers.

The interviewers are equipped with all necessary documents as well as proper identification cards.

All information that will be obtained by the interviewers will be held strictly confidential as indicated in Republic Act 10625, or the Philippine Statistical Act of 2013 governing the secrecy rule for the survey answers.

stream its generated power to Socoteco 1, which serves Koronadal City, eight municipalities in South Cotabato and Lutayan town in Sultan Kudarat.

“After 15 years, the power plant will be owned at no cost by the cooperative.

We will assume full ownership and take charge with its operations,” he said.

Details are not immediately available regarding Supreme Power, which is based in Metro Manila.

A document posted at the Department of Energy’s website showed that it issued a “clearance for grid impact study” to the

company on May 19 last year.

Tudio said they decided to deal for the building of an embedded bunker-fired power plant to address the continuing supply shortage in the Mindanao grid.

He said the plant will serve as insurance in case the hydropower plants of the National Power Corporation (NPC) in Lanao del Norte and Bukidnon would experience supply shortages and when other power plants in Mindanao will bog down.

He said they are anticipating a possible drought this year lasting three to four months that would drastically reduce the generating capacity of the

hydropower plants.

Socoteco 1’s peak power requirement increased to as high as 36 MW this year from 33 MW a year ago.

The cooperative mainly draws its supplies from the NPC and Aboitiz Power Corporation’s subsidiary Therma South Inc. It has a backup supply of 12 MW from a diesel-fired power plant operated by Mapalad Power Power Corporation (MPC), which is controlled by the Alcantara-owned Conal Holdings, and Aggreko Plc. in Barangay Morales in Koronadal City.

Socoteco 1’s supply contract with MPC will end in 2016.(PNA)

'Gearing up for 2015 mobile data traffic surge'

Smart Free Internet promo now available until Feb. 5 Wireless s er vices leader Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has announced that its Free Internet promo for all Smart, Talk ‘N Text and Sun Cellular subscribers is now available until February 5, 2015.

Through the Smart Free Internet promo, all 69 million Smart, Talk ‘N Text and Sun Cellular subscribers all over the country, can use their data-enabled cellphones to access the Internet without data charges, for up to 30MB daily.

“The positive response to the Smart Free Internet promo -- a real gamechanger in the industry in that it introduced mobile Internet to more people than ever before -- gave us a very strong indication

of Filipinos’ propensity for mobile data use,” according to Charles A. Lim, head of wireless consumer business at Smart Communications and Sun Cellular.

“This is why we are very pleased to extend it and continue providing our subscribers -- many of whom already have the mobile devices capable of accessing the internet but have yet to use them to go online – the opportunity to try out and experience the Internet.

This way, Smart can truly push ‘Internet for all’ and spread the benefits of the Internet in the fastest and most effective way possible,” Lim added.

Increased mobile data traffic Alongside the extension,

Formalizing the partnership are representatives from Globe Business (from left): Director of Product Marketing Gerry Soler, Head of Mobile and Fixed Communication Louie Villanueva, Senior Vice President for Enterprise Group Nikko Acosta; and from Interactive Intelligence, Chief International Business Officer Gary Blough and Regional General Manager for Asia Simon Lee. (Photo supplied)

Smart also announced that its network is ready for the expected surge in mobile data traffic in 2015, as the increasing affordability of data-hungry smartphones encouraged more Filipinos to snap up devices in the last few weeks of 2014.

Over a fourth of Smart and Sun Cellular’s combined over 69 million subscribers are already using smartphones, helping drive a robust 112% increase in mobile data traffic within the network, equivalent to 27,000 terabytes worth of data exchanged from January to September 2014, compared with just 13,000 terabytes of data for the same period last year.

“We can only expect these volumes to increase exponentially in the months ahead,” Lim added.

Through the Smar t Free Internet promo, all 69 million Smart, Talk ‘N Text and Sun Cellular subscribers just need to register by texting FREE to 9999, to start using their data-enabled cellphones to access the Internet without data charges, for up to 30MB daily. It is available across all network platforms – from 2G to 3G to 4G speeds in the country.

Smart continues to have the largest mobile network in the country today, with a total of 24,938 cellular/ broadband base stations, including 9,946 active 4G/ HSPA+/Long-Term Evolution (LTE) base stations, supported by more than 90,000 kilometers of fiberoptic cables around the

country.

Fully modernized network “We have prepared and fully modernized and expanded our network for this uptrend, in terms of reach and availability.

Beyond that, we are also accelerating our data capacity build-out, as part of our continuous efforts to future-proof our network in light of increased demands in mobile data for the coming months and years,” said Ramon Isberto, head of Public Affairs at Smart and PLDT. Smart and Sun Cellular’s parent company PLDT reported in November higher capex levels for 2014, projected to be approximately P34.5 billion, compared to an earlier projected number of P32 billion.

This capex is expected to be carried over into 2015, given the market’s continued appetite for data services, as more Filipinos start using smartphones.

According to the latest smartphone sales tracking report from Gartner, rele as ed in D ecemb er 2014, worldwide sales of smartphones grew 20 percent in the third quarter of 2014 – with much of the growth attributed to emerging markets in Asia and Africa. This mirrors Philippine data, showing smartphone sales in the country growing by about 22 percent in the same period, according to a report released in October 2014 by Singapore-based research firm GfK.

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Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL Sangguniang Panlalawigan Capitol, Oroquieta City Telefax. No. (088) 531-0649 Tel. No. (088) 531-0644 Email Add: sp_misocc@yahoo.com Website http://sp.misocc.gov.ph Excerpts from the MINUTES of the REGULAR Session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Misamis Occidental held at the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Session Hall, Capitol Building, Oroquieta City on February 27, 2014.

HON. AURORA VIRGINIA M. ALMONTE - P Vice-Governor/Presiding Officer

HON. DAVID M. NAVARRO - P Board Member

HON. ZALDY G. DAMINAR - P Board Member

HON. SIMPLICIA O. NERI - P Board Member

HON. ROY M. YAP - P Board Member

HON. RICARDO O. PAROJINOG - OT Board Member

HON. LOVELY LIEZL B. YAPE - OB Board Member

HON. GERARD TEODORICO R. OLEGARIO II- P HON. JIM R. DE LOS SANTOS - P Board Member-Temporary Presiding Officer Board Member

HON. EDWIN B. FLORIDA - Deceased

Board Member

HON. EDILMA C. BULAWIN - OB Board Member-Minority Floor Leader

HON. GERARD HILARION M. RAMIRO- P Board Member (FABC-Pres.)

Legend: P - Present OL - On Leave OB - Official Business OT- Official Trip

THE MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL HOUSING ORDINANCE OF 2014 PREFATORY STATEMENT

The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental has initiated to reactivate the Provincial Housing Project with the intent of realizing the original goal to provide low-cost housing for its employees and for the general public. With this end in view, several amendments to the policies and guidelines of the Housing Project were introduced, thus, this new policies were formulated.

BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Misamis Occidental during its Regular Session that: ARTICLE I TITLE DECLATION OF PRINCIPLES

Section 1. TITLE- This Ordinance shall be known as, “The Misamis Occidental Housing Ordinance of 2014”;

Section 2. DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental pursues the policy of the State to promote social justice to ensure the dignity, welfare and security of the people.

The Local Government Code of 1991 mandates local government units to establish, maintain and ensure adequate provision and services in the field of housing to guarantee the enjoyment by the people of a decent standard of living:

It is likewise the belief of the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental that housing and land tenure is a development undertaking which encompasses not only the provision of shelter, but also the establishment of a community.

The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental has further committed to allocate resources and develop areas for sites and services for the benefit of its qualified beneficiaries.

ARTICLE II GENERAL PROVISIONS

Section 3. APPLICATION. All stakeholders are mandated to strictly observe and adhere to the provisions of this Ordinance to achieve the objectives for which the housing project is promulgated.

Section 4. PROVINCIAL HOUSING MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE. The Provincial Housing Management Committee, through the Office of the Misamis Occidental Provincial Housing Project, shall be responsible for the management, administration and supervision of all phases of the Misamis Occidental Housing Project. It shall seek its authority from and shall function as a permanent Committee of the Economic Enterprise Management Board (EEMB) created by virtue of Ordinance 07-05, as amended. The Provincial Housing Management Committee shall have the authority to approve applications for housing units as well as disqualify applicants.

4.1 The Committee shall be composed of the following:

4.1.1. The Governor as Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer;

4.1.2. The Vice-Governor as Vice-Chairperson;

4.1.3. Members:

4.1.3.1. SP Chair of the Committee on Housing

4.1.3.2. Provincial Administrator

4.1.3.3. Provincial Treasurer

4.1.3.4. Provincial Budget Officer

4.1.3.5. Provincial Planning Officer

4.1.3.6. Provincial Accountant

4.1.3.7. Provincial Assessor (Accredited Real Estate Practitioner)

4.1.3.8. Provincial Engineer

4.1.3.9. Housing Manager

ARTICLE VI LOT ALLOCATION

Section 17. A beneficiary may be allowed to purchase up to a maximum of two (2) house and lot packages depending on his/her capacity to pay and availability of units.

ARTICLE VII

HON. EMETERIO B. ROA, SR. - P Board Member (PCL-Pres.)

ORDINANCE NO. 07-14

the acquisition of the subdivision lot and construction of a housing unit upon approval of the loan from the financial institution concerned and/or the release of the loan proceeds thereof.

Section 13. The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental shall act as land developer of the housing project. It may opt to enter into a contract with private contractors to construct housing units;

Section 14. All applicants shall strictly adhere to the approved design and plans of the model houses of the project. Enhancements and/or revisions of the original prescribed models shall seek first the approval of the Committee;

Section 15. The applicant shall assign the entire loan proceeds, consisting of the actual cost of the land and construction cost of the house, to the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental;

Section 16. Ownership of the Land Titles of lots paid in cash prior to the December 31, 2012 cut-off date shall be transferred to the name of the beneficiaries. a. Further, beneficiaries with Land Title in their names may construct house units with their preferred designs; provided it conforms to the general design and shall seek the approval of the Committee; b. In case of private individual takers, the provincial government may likewise allow them to undertake the house construction according to their desired design and building plan subject to the standard general design approved by the Committee.

4.2 The functions of the Committee shall be as follows: 4.2.1 Formulate development plans at the Provincial Housing Project and recommend the same to the EEMB for approval; 4.2.2 Ensure that activities at the Provincial Housing site are consistent with the policies and plans of the Provincial Government; 4.2.3 Monitor and supervise, through Economic Enterprise Office, the operations and activities of the Homeowner’s Association; 4.2.4 Take overall responsibility in the screening, selection and approval of housing applications; and 4.2.5 Others as may be designated by the EEMB and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan by way of legislation.

The Committee may create sub-committees and formulate guidelines necessary to carry out its tasks and functions.

CONTROL OF STRUCTURES

Section 18. The Certificate of Occupancy, duly signed by the Chairperson of the Committee, shall be the official basis for determining the legal existence of the structure within the Provincial Government Housing Project.

Thus, all structures without the written official approval of the Committee shall be deemed illegal.

Section 19. Any beneficiary who intends to vacate, sell, transfer any structure shall first seek the approval of the Committee. Such intention shall be manifested formally and in writing.

Section 20. LAND AND STRUCTURE RIGHTS. Land rights and rights to the structure shall be respected and given consideration, provided, they are consistent with existing laws and the provisions hereof.

ARTICLE VIII OCCUPANCY RULES AND REGULATIONS

Section 21. The housing units shall be used exclusively for residential purpose. No business or any commercial activity shall be undertaken within one’s residential unit.

Section 22. The dwelling/lot shall not be used for any immoral or illegal activity and no contraband or effects of crime, explosive or combustible materials shall be kept or maintained in the premises, except, those used for the normal cooking requirements of the whole household.

Section 23. Expansion or extension, both vertical and horizontal of existing structures is not allowed. However, a structure may be built solely for the purpose of providing a garage to the family service vehicle, provided, that the size and structure of the same should conform to that prescribed by the Committee.

No alteration and/or enhancements from the original design shall be made unless approved by the Committee.

Section 24. Fences between housing units and subdivision streets shall be limited to a maximum height of three (3) feet. However, residential units located along the perimeter of the subdivision may enhance the existing perimeter fence covering their property or construct one where there is none, provided such fence shall not exceed eight (8) feet

Section 25. Landscaping is mandatory and shall adhere to the general design imposed by the Provincial Housing Management Committee. Ornamental plants used in landscaping should not be permitted to grow over two (2) feet from the ground. Plants and trees within a residential lot must not encroach on other lots and common areas. Landscaping cost and maintenance shall be borne by the homeowner.

Section 26 All residential and household members shall take good care of all plants and trees on the common areas within their immediate surroundings. Plants and trees on the mini park is a collective responsibility of the community. Project beneficiaries shall endeavor to involve themselves in community works within the housing site.

Section 27. Homeowners, together with his/her household members, shall maintain and observe strict cleanliness and sanitation within the lot and its immediate surroundings, particularly the sanitary facilities, pathways, alleys, streets and recreational/public facilities. Garbage should not be allowed to accumulate, but shall be placed in receptacles within the unit away from public view, and be brought out only at designated hours for collection by the garbage truck. Trash or garbage shall not be thrown in the alleys, pathways, riverside, streets or any open space.

Section 28. Walkways, pathways and alleys intended for communal use should conform to the requirements of Batas Pambansa Blg. 344 and must be kept free from any obstruction, such as cloth dryers, equipment, motor vehicles and/or junk/scrap materials.

Section 29. Homeowners are not allowed to tend to or engage in the raising of poultry, piggery and other livestock either for commercial purposes or food consumption.

Section 30. Household pets such as dogs, cats or birds may be allowed provided these pets are confined inside the house or leashed/ caged within the perimeter of the house. When pets are taken out for a walk, they must be leashed and are to be escorted by a responsible person. Household pets should not be allowed to go astray in the subdivision.

Section 31. Even in the absence of the owner or occupant of a lot, entry thereof by a duly authorized representative of the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental shall be allowed where there exists a threat to the life and limb of other residents or visitors of the subdivision or a threat which may cause obstruction of their properties and that such threat are caused by persons found within the lot or caused by equipment, tools materials within the lot.

Section 32. Every project beneficiary is required to strictly comply with and observe all the terms and conditions of this Ordinance which are deemed incorporated into the Agreement he/she enters with the Provincial Government, and such other rules and regulations that have been or may hereinafter be promulgated, provided, that due notice of the new rules and regulations shall be delivered/furnished or made known to him/her.

ARTICLE IX HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION

Section 33. ORGANIZATION. Project beneficiaries shall organize a Homeowner’s Association to act as the governing body inside the subdivision premises; it shall ensure, among others, peace, harmony and security within the subdivision; they shall formulate rules and regulations consistent with the provisions of this Ordinance and other existing laws.

Section 34. SEC REGISTRATION AND SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGAN ACCREDITATION. The Homeowner’s Association shall apply for registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission and seek accreditation from the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Misamis Occidental.

ARTICLE III

ARTICLE X

BENEFICIARY QUALIFICATION

PENAL PROVISIONS

Section 5. APPLICATION AND ORDER OF PRIORITY- interested applicants shall accomplish a Misamis Occidental Housing Project Application Form before the Provincial Housing Office for initial local pre-screening. The Provincial Housing Management Committee shall approve and award such application upon recommendation of the Provincial Housing Office. Application shall be screened and awarded based on the following order of priority: a. Officials/employees of the Provincial Government; b. Municipal or city officials/employees in Misamis Occidental; c. Employees of national government offices serving in Misamis Occidental. Employees under letter a, b and c can avail of the Misamis Occidental Provincial Housing Project only once. Once a beneficiary, he is disqualified from future housing project of the Province; d. Subject to the availability of housing lots/units, a non-government employee/private Filipino individual may avail under the PAG-IBIG financing scheme or other financial institutions; otherwise, beneficiaries pay on a one-time cash basis.

Section 35. PENALTY CLAUSE: A project beneficiary caught violating any of the immediately preceding provisions shall be subjected to the following penalties: a. Violation of Section 22, 23 and 24: a fine of P10, 000 plus the demolition of any unwanted structure at the expense of the concerned project beneficiary. If the Housing Board so orders, an additional penalty of EVICTION may be imposed on a beneficiary found violating the provision of Section 24. b. Violation of Section 25: a fine of P5,000 plus the destruction of plants that caused the violation at the expense of the concerned project beneficiary. c. Violation of Section 26: a fine of P5,000 for the neglect of plants and trees within the beneficiary’s immediate surrounding leading to their destruction, plus the restoration of such plants and trees at the expense of the concerned beneficiary. d. Violation of Section 27 and 28: a fine of P5,000 for every act of littering garbage along alleys, pathways, streets or any open space within the subdivision; or causing obstruction by placing such things such as cloths dryers, equipment, junk/scrap materials along walkways, pathways and alleys intended for communal use. e. Violation of Section 29: a fine of P5,000 for violation of the of the rule against raising of poultry, piggery, hogs and other livestock within the subdivision, and destruction of any structure built for animal raising at the expense of the concerned beneficiary. f. Violation of Section 30: a fine P2,000 for allowing unleashed and unaccompanied household pets to loiter the subdivision premises.

Section 6. Where the number of applicants exceeds the number of available housing units, those who do not own their residential houses are given preference over those who already own one. However, qualified and interested employees must immediately submit their accomplished application forms, otherwise available lots shall be offered to other interested/qualified applicants.

In case the Committee disapproves an application, due notice shall be sent to the applicant, indicating therein the reasons and grounds for disapproval.

The Committee shall have the authority to disqualify an applicant for failure or any defect in accomplishing the conditions specified under Article V, Sections 12, 13, 14 and 15 of this Ordinance.

ARTICLE IV BENEFICIARY DISQUALIFICATION

Section 7. Upon proper investigation, a beneficiary shall be disqualified from housing benefits under the program on the following grounds: a. When a beneficiary sells, disposes or transfers his/her rights over a lot or structure without approval of the Committee; b. When a beneficiary uses a dummy or allows himself/herself to be used as one for the purpose of acquiring a right over a lot/structure and other benefit in the Misamis Occidental Housing Program.

Unless justified, failure of an applicant to comply and submit the necessary requirements after the second verbal and/or written demand may be a ground for disqualification of such applicant by the Commission upon recommendation of the Provincial Housing Office.

Section 8. A beneficiary who has been disqualified pursuant to Section 7.a and 7.b hereof shall be penalized as follows: a. Perpetual disqualification from availment of future housing projects of the Province of Misamis Occidental. b. Payment of a fine of P20, 000.00

Section 9. An aggrieved beneficiary may appeal the decision of the Committee within ten (10) days from receipt of the decision disqualifying him/her as a beneficiary. The Committee shall then review the application and render its final decision.

ARTICLE V MODE OF ACQUISITION

Section 10. The applicant must be willing and qualified to avail of the housing loan program of the PAG-IBIG Fund or any applicable financial institution.

Section 11. Qualified applicants shall accomplish the corresponding house/lot loan application form and submit all pertinent supporting documents and pay a loan processing fee of TEN THOUSAND (P10, 000.00) PESOS within five (5) days from approval of the Provincial Housing Application.

Section 12. Identified beneficiaries shall enter into a contract to sell with the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental relative to

These penalties are without prejudice to the criminal and civil actions which may be filed in court for any of the aforesaid violations.

Section 36. HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION’S SHARE. Thirty (30%) percent of the collected penalties under this Ordinance shall accrue to the Homeowner’s Association.

Section 37. AUTHORITY. This Ordinance is pursuant to Republic Act 7160, “The Local Government Code of 1991”;

Section 38. REPEALING CLAUSE. This Ordinance repeals the Ordinance No. 02-05 in its entirety.

Section 39. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. If for any reason, any portion or provision of this Ordinance is declared unconstitutional or invalid, the other sections or provisions hereof which are not affected thereby shall continue in full force and effect.

Section 40. Effectivity. This Ordinance shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province.

ENACTED: February 27, 2014.

I HEREBY CERTIFY to the correctness of the foregoing Ordinance No. 07-14 which was duly enacted by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan during its REGULAR Session held at the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Session Hall, Capitol Building, Oroquieta City on February 27, 2014.

(SGD) AURORA VIRGINIA M. ALOMONTE

Vice-Governor/Presiding Officer ATTESTED: (SGD) IRENE C. TUGONON-ZAPATOS

Secretary to the Sanggunian

APPROVED: (SGD) HERMINIA M. RAMIRO

Provincial Governor

MDN: Jan 8, 2015

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Education: The Key to a Successful Life

By Jocelyn Sabellina Abug Mater Teacher I Malagana Elementary School Malagana, Claveria, Misamis Oriental

What is your dream in life? Do you want to become wealthy at the same time healthy? Do you want to be popular and influential in your own little ways? Do you want to be an extremely successful person who is respected by the society you belong? Well, the key to all this is education.

Education is a must for a promising and secure future and a stable life. It is often to be the best tool for creating wealth and happiness.

It can help your long-term economic projections and help you obtain and maintain a business in the future. The

aid unless the problem becomes very serious. Indeed education enables you to take better care of yourself as well as your family.

In terms of being respected in a given society, we need to consider the fact that we all live in a culture which has its own set spoken/unspoken rules and one of them is education. Thus, educated people are considered highly reputable in the society. The more educated you are, the more respect you will get from those around you. In

more educated you are, the better career options you have!

Moreover, education is much more than only an economic profit in acquiring education. Indeed, it can truly change your life consciously or unconsciously and it will then lead to greater happiness and health. Basically, it implies the concept that the more you get educated then the more you get conscious on the dos and don’ts to your lifestyle in general.

For reality check, an illiterate

By Joselito M. Opaon Umagos Elementary School and ignorant person is more Lagonglong District likely to ignore the symptoms and avoids seeking medical Calamities are events causing great and often sudden damage. Its effects could create problems in the soBiblical reflection ciety where schools are not exempted.

During the arrival of calamities such as typhoon, flooding or earthquake, it is not just the teachers, students and their daily schedules which are disturbed. The school properties, including classrooms, laboratories, grounds, offices and the like, are also destroyed, causing big problems to the school Bro. Edcel L. Closas administration, staff and the best politicians dur- students. ing elections? Romans School administrators 13:1-2-Let every soul be are ones responsible of desubject unto the higher cision-making and directpowers. For there is no ing of actions to be taken in schools during strike of

which is a product of many brilliant minds who are expert in their own field keep on coming up and if you don’t want to be left behind, you must keep up with the world which is moving really fast.

Without education it will be really difficult for you to adapt to all these changes.

An educated person is much more aware of the latest technologies and all the changes that are taking place in the world.

Furthermore, a wellrounded education is the key for intellectual enjoyment. Education itself teaches people about the world they

live in, which allows them to understand and appreciate their liaves and their interactions with others. Knowing how the changes runs so fast, education with the aid of technology helps people make informed decisions, and learning history helps them interpret significant events.

In the end we can simply reckoned the famous adage that, Life is what we make it!”, so if we want to be happy and successful, we also need to make an action to fulfill those goals. Let’s us all be a catalyst of change. Let us all be educated!

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Special Gospel of the day: Luke:2446-53(January8, 2015-Thursday) Luke 24:46-53-And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behoved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem: Isaiah 55:8-For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD. The truth is, no one can question God if why Jesus was born in Jerusalem and the words of salvation begins at Jerusalem. This means that God has a prerogative and discretion for His plans. In connection to this, I am very sure that God has a great plan for our country Philippines and because of this reality; we must preserve and protect our nation from scandals and controversies.

What have you done for our country? Christ loves his nation Israel by letting himself to be crucified on the cross as ransomed for the salvations of his people.

Can you give yourself for the sake of our nation? Can you choose

fact education helps you become a useful member of the society. It develops an ample connections towards other significant others in different fields and purposes. Consequently, education helps us get to know with other people with the same purposes and advocacies. It makes people connected and associated with their roles in life not for themselves but also for the people that surrounds them.

With all the networking and connections, we need to live and adjust in an ever changing world we belong Specifically, technologies

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calamities in their respective areas. First, they make sure of safety of their stakeholders, their students. Department of Education has set rules on suspension of classes to keep parents aware and students danger-free in times of calamities, and these should be directed and followed. For an instance, classes in pre-school, elementary and high school in all public and private schools are automatically suspended with storm signal number 2.

Classes in all levels, moreover, are automatically suspended with storm signal number 3 and all travel and outdoor activities are cancelled with storm signal number 4.

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and damage that a certain kind of calamity has made to the school. It is one step in normalizing the state of the school.

The school is an avenue of learning basic procedures towards safety and security

during tough times such as calamities. Thus, it should also be a model in applying theories into actions through the proper performance of directives set fort from its higher rank down to its school administrators.

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JANUARY 8, 2015

Kauswagan National High School schoolin-charge Charlyn S. Baylon receives a plaque of recognition for school-based management system level II award.

Kauswagan NHS achieves regional level II in school-based management system

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By CHARLYN S. BAYLON, School-in-charge

auswagan National High School was only four years old when it faced the School Based Management (SBM) System Validation team conducted by the Department of Education Region X and it successfully passed the most coveted Regional Level II. All public schools nationwide are encouraged to have its school validated to measure whether they adhere to the four principles stated in the SBM: Leadership and Governance, Curriculum and Learning, Accountability and Continuous Improvement and Resource Management and

Mobilization. All four principles are geared towards the improvement of students’ performance and the attainment of the EDUCATION FOR ALL (EFA) policy of the government by 2015.

The above mentioned principles are meticulously and passionately followed, studied and reviewed by the teachers, stakeholders, parents, student and only the Best Practices are retained, practiced and reviewed whether they are still significant, updated and application in today’s society.

Kauswagan NHS continues to soar with its very high en-

School-based management system (SBM) awardees

rolment rate and zero drop out rate for four consecutive years and its extraordinarily strong partnership with the local

government unit leaders, parents and other stakeholders; it won’t be long for this school to finally reach SBM level III.

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