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Drug surrenderee nabbed in a buy-bust By DIVINA M. SUSON Correspondent

ILIGAN City--A 29-year old former drug surrenderee was arrested, around 1 p.m. Friday (June 7) during a joint anti-drug buy bust operation of Iligan City Police Stations 4 and 5 at Barangay Poblacion this city. Police Captain Aiman Pantaran, chief of Iligan City LUMBAYANAGUE, LANAO SUR- COMELEC Officer Amir Dalidig proclaimed Re-elected Municipal Mayor Hon.Sal- Police Station 4, identified amona Langlang-Asum, re-elected Vice Mayor Hon.Arimao Sayagamabar-Asum, Municipal Councilors Hon. Nadia the suspect as Mabaning Paodac- H.Gafor, Hon. Gamal Pangandaman-Ali, Ansary Asum- Amerol, Aminoden Manaros- Gunting, Almanar Limbona, a resident of LaLanglang- Macalandap, Saipoden Naga-Ampatua, Rasul Hadji Mariga-Yasser (by: Yana C. Sunga) nao del Sur.

OPINION

Environmentalist applauded Duterte

THOU art the one

FULL STORY ON PAGE 4

City to tap agri areas for tourism STORY ON PAGE 2

See NABBED, page 11

LAST May 31, 2019, MV Bavaria, carrying 69 cargo vans containing mixed wastes sailed back to Canada, where the shipments all originated from. Between 2013-2014, 103 mislabeled containers containing waste paper, electronic waste, household waste, and non-recyclable plastic were illegally imported and intercepted in the Port of Manila, and since then almost half of those were already landfilled in the Philippines. These discovered materials are classified as hazardous according to the Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Waste and Control Act of 1990 (Republic Act 6969). Nevertheless, environmental justice, non-government organization BAN Toxics expressed its

Life in the fast lane

Two big, and one small, sachets were seized from the suspect, weighs more than 50 grams according to Police Major Allan Abalde, chief of Station 5, based on their weighing. Operatives were also able to seize the 500 pesos buy bust money from the suspects. Limbona, who has five small children and his wife is an Overseas Filipino Worker, denied he owns

See APPLAUDED, page 11

Then Davao City Mayor and now Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and the late BAN Toxics’ Campaign and Advocacy Specialist Anna Kapunan, photo taken on September 2015 in Davao City.

Misor dad’s house raided By JONATHAN BULLO of RMN-dxCC

CAGAYAN de Oro City--A town councilor is now in hot water after the members of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) seized assorted firearms and ammunitions during a raid at his residence in Tagoloan town, Misamis Oriental at dawn last Friday. Arrested and was subsequently placed under the custody of CIDG See RAIDED, page 11

Tagoloan town Councilor Roger Achas (left) points to the drawer where the alleged firearms were found when the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in Northern Mindanao applied the search warrant, issued by Presiding Judge Mirabeaus A. Undalok of the Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 43 in Gingoog City, against him. Photo courtesy of Jonathan Bullo

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Community 2 City to tap agri areas for tourism Monday, June 10, 2019

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- Now is the right time to tap the agricultural aspect to the city’s tourism industry. Thus said Councilor Jay R. Pascual, chair of the city council committee on tourism aired over a radio program, “Si Bise Mayor Kikand Uy ug ang Konseho,” adding that the city of Cagayan de Oro has a number of agricultural resources. The councilor cited Sinulom Falls as an example of a possible agri-tourism site with the presence of various plantations like cacao, dragon fruit, banana, calamansi and palm oil. There are also fruit trees such as mangosteen, lanzones and rambutan and an aviary for honey-producing bees in the area, he cited. “Ang atong tourism areas makapadani man gud na sila og mga turista sa atong dakbayan. Dako kaayo og ikatabang ang tourism industry kay maka generate man na sya og dugang income para sa atong dakbayan,” the councilor stressed. (Our tourism areas attract tourists for the city. The tourism industry contributes greatly to the city as it generates additional income) The councilor said he is willing to take on the chairmanship of the See TOURISM, page 11

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The Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (ECLIP) Provincial IP Summit kicks off bright and early with the opening ritual (Pagpananghid) officiated by Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representatives Held at Farmers and Cultural Training Center, Oroquieta City. (smrn/PIA10)

Cagayan de Oro to consider tapping the agricultural aspect to the city’s tourism industry. Sinulom Falls is cited as one of agricultural resources for possible agri-tourism site with the presence of various plantations like cacao, dragon fruit, banana, calamansi and palm oil. (jrp/SP)

Mindanaon solon sees need for better international customs, intel cooperation MISAMIS ORIENTAL -Mindanao lady solon to refile in the incoming 18th Congress a house bill on the total ban of import and exports as a symbolic, principled, and loud no against any further abuse to national honor and violations of environmental laws. According to Misamis Oriental 2nd District Rep. Juliette T. Uy, one lesson learned from the Verde Soko probe of several House panels is the need for much better customs and intel cooperation between the Philippines

and other countries. “Illegal shipments of garbage and illegal drugs should not reach our shores in the first place. For this, we need foreign intelligence reports and inter-country customs protocols,” Uy said. “These ships loaded with garbage should not be allowed to enter our territorial waters. If our authorities receive intel on contraband cargo, the ships should be intercepted out at sea and told to return to their port of origin,” Uy also said. She added, “The Philip-

pine Coast Guard (PCG) and Philippine Navy (PN) can board any ship sailing in our territorial waters and inspect the ship and its cargo before the ship reaches any of our ports.” “Ships that persist to approach our country despite being told to turn back can be dealt with according to the PCG or PN rules of engagement,” Uy, member of the House Committee on National Defense & Security said. The solon suggested the forging of bilateral and multilateral agreements on customs measures and intel sharing against garbage and illegal drugs. Uy filed House Bill 9207 or the Total Ban on the Import and Export of Wastes Act of 2019. (MisOr 2nd District)

MisOcc holds first ECLIP IP Summit OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental -- Misamis Occidental provincial government hosted the first Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (ECLIP) Provincial IP Summit in a bid to discuss issues and concerns contributory to the problem of insurgency, particularly at the recruitment phase. The first ECLIP IP Summit likewise aimed to provide IPs an avenue to present their concerns with the national government agencies. In the summit, Governor Herminia Ramiro expressed her gratitude to the assistance extended by agencies of the government in addressing insurgency and rebellion in the province. Ramiro said the provincial government has been focused on implementing various development projects including farmto-market roads, school buildings and health centers in remote IP communities

of the province. She added that the provincial government has been conducting community outreach programs in remote tribal communities to provide IP members with livelihood projects, health services, and educational programs. “This, as a symbolic expression of our sincere commitment to stay united and work hand-in-hand for the benefit of the cultural communities,” Ramiro said. The provincial government has undertaken initiatives to implement development programs in IPs communities after the military tagged some local tribal groups as major sources of recruitment for the New People’s Army (NPA). LtCol John Andrada, 10th Infantry Battalion commander, has noted that IP members have become easy prey for recruitment by the NPA, the armed wing of

help from their relatives for the needed digging and concreting of the tomb. “They answered me that these were the same words that they told the cemetery caretaker but the latter said there is an internal policy to contract within the association. They further stressed that they cannot buy the materials outside except from the association, and nobody is allowed to bring construction materials inside the cemetery premises,” Lao reported. He said he was greatly amazed that they can es-

pouse an internal policy and arbitrarily collect the P5,000 even if the cemetery is owned by the city. “Seemingly the management is tolerating such illegal act especially in the absence of an ordinance which authorizes them to do so for so many years,” he stressed. Vice Mayor Uy referred the report to the committee on economic enterprises chaired by Councilor Ian Mark Q. Nacaya for investigation in aid of legislation. (SP)

See SUMMIT, page 11

Lao wants probe on alleged collection of fees at city cemetery COUNCILOR Teodulfo E. Lao, Jr. is calling for a probe on the alleged collection of P5,000 burial fees at the Bolonsiri Cemetery in Camaman-an. In his special report during the regular session Monday presided over by Vice Mayor Raineir Joaquin V. Uy, the councilor said he learned about this last week when someone approached him asking for financial assistance for the burial of a relative. According to the councilor, he advised the person to go to the Barangay Assistance Center for help with regards to funeral services. “However, they said they already availed of BAC services but what they need most is the P5,000 payment for burial,” he reported. The amount will reportedly be used to pay for the lot location, labor cost for digging and concreting of the tomb. To minimize costs, Lao said he urged them to ask

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(Eratum) May 13,2019 Peaceful Election Day on Pualas Lanao Sur COMELEC Election Officer Asnimah C. Macalaba proclaimed re-elected Municipal Mayor Hon.Shariefullah “Pol” Adiong-Tanog, Newly elected Vice Mayor Hon.Dialalodin “Warrior” Saripada-Tanog Lanto Maruhom Hon.Sharieffali Adiong-Tanog, Hon.Abdulahkim “Mamaw” TanogLanto, Hon.Khalid Mutin, Hon.Makie Maruhom, Hon.Perogongan Polayagan, Hon.Hosnie Saripada, Hon.Hanan Diasalan and Hon.Nurhan Sarip with Pualas former Mayor Engr. Cabib Alonto-Tanog (by: Yana BARMM MDN)

P6.8-m worth of ‘shabu’ seized in Lanao del Sur By DIVINA M. SUSON Correspondent

ILIGAN City--Authorities arrested around 12 noon Friday (June 7) two suspects and seized a kilo of suspected ‘shabu’ in a joint anti-drug buybust operation in Purok 7 Kapigis, Barangay Eastern, Wao, Lanao del Sur. The joint buybust operation was facilitated by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (PDEA BAR), PDEA 12, 34th Infantry Battalion, Philippine

Army, Wao Municipal Police Station and the Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) of Lanao del Sur Provincial Police Office. Police Colonel Madzgani Mukaram, chief of Lanao del Sur Provincial Police Office, identified the suspects as Darangji Ombo Angatong, alias Salaudin and Lendi Asiw Mangondacan. Mangondacan was wounded when he tried to escape and exchanged fire with the arresting officer according to Mukaram. See SEIZED, page 11

Operatives of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and the Philippine National Police in Lanao del Sur seized a kilo of believed to be shabu with estimated market value of 6.8 million pesos in an anti-drug buybust operation, around 12:00 noon on Friday (June 7), in Wao, Lanao del Sur. (Photo: PNP Lanao del Sur)

Police donate school supplies, slippers, water tumblers to pimary pupils By DIVINA M. SUSON Correspondent

MANTICAO, Mis amis Oriental--The Municipal Advisoy Council (MAC) of Manticao Municipal Police Station distributed last Wednesday (June 5) school supplies, slippers and water tumbler to more than a hundred of primary pupils of Malibato Integrated School in Sitio Malibato, Barangay Upper Malubog of this town. The advisory council was created to help the Philippine National Police in different activities in the community to bring the police closer to the people.

Every police station in the country has its advisory council as part of the PATROL PLAN 2030. The giving of school supplies to the children is one of the community outreach programs of the MAC to help the parents of the beneficiaries in buying the needs for their children. MAC Chairman Luther Asok said the group chose Malibato Integrated School because it is one of the many areas hardly reached with community outreach by some civic organizations. “The children in this See DONATE, page 11

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On witnessing Arianne’s life journey and love of music MY granddaughter Arianne Jaden Baisas performed in her fourth piano recital at the Centrio Ayala Mall Event Center at 3 pm Philippine time last Friday, June 7 in front of what I expect and pray to be a very appreciative audience. Arianne, who is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, had made substantial progress two years after she heard piano music wafting through that same mall and told her mother, my daughter Janice Baisas, that she wanted to play the piano. On hearing someone play the piano, Arianne wasted no time following the tune with mother in tow. She was headed to the stage when she was restrained from doing so and it took some time and effort from her mother and some sympathetic people to pacify her amid the glances of those who were distracted by her meltdown. That was two summers ago and much has changed since then. At the time this

article gets published online, she would be walking up the stage for her recital, that same stage she was prevented from setting foot on. Arianne will play among several tunes “Down In the Valley”, “Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin” and the theme from the opera “Raymund the Overture.” Arianne is part of the CLAZZITALS 2019 Summer Recitals where she is a student. I am overwhelmed with emotion after she invited me and Ronnie to attend her big event, my first time to personally attend her recital. To be honest I am super excited for Arianne; my eyes well up with tears as I write this, to see up close my 10-year-old granddaughter performing to her potential despite her condition. For those who don’t know Autism Spectrum Disorder is a condition of variable severity in which the afflicted person has difficulty in social interaction and communication and displays restricted or repeti-

tive patterns of thought and behavior. Amid my excitement, I have my fears like what if Arianne stops in the middle of the song because her mind went blank or some other reason? But I tell you this, there is no doubt in my mind she can do it based on my daughter’s accounts. She is gifted and she studies in one of the best private schools in Cagayan de Oro City, a school known for academic excellence and character building. I know Arianne is accepted and loved by her teachers and classmates because they understand her condition. She is accepted not because of her condition but what she is capable of achieving. She talks in English and finds it hard to communicate in either Bisaya or Tagalog though her Papa Ed is a native Manileno. She loved the 2019 version of the movie Aladdin as well as fried chicken and drive thru meals at McDonalds. Arianne also loves to draw and loves her toys.

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She was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when she was three years old and she was given immediate medical intervention. To this day I pray to our Almighty God that her condition improves over time. Years ago, it was so hard coping with her condition especially when she is sick because she could not communicate well yet. Her parents struggled in asking her where she hurt. The Lord answered our prayers and she can communicate to us in English. A little throwback; when Arianne was nearing four years old, we were worried that she may never be able to talk. One day, my brother Simeon J.R. “Toto” talked to Arianne when she came near him while he fixed some pipes at home. He didn’t expect her to answer and was startled enough See JOURNEY, page 11

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Life in the fast lane

MANILA -- Mobile phones are now part of our lives in the fast lane such that we have become immobile without these high tech gadgets these days of quickies. Subconsciously, we are now ‘addicted’ by our constant use of cell phones -calling, texting, emailing , FB browsing, among other things. And so these troubling questions: Are mobile phones have become too much of a good thing? Are you in panic attack when you forget your phone? Smart phones have become man’s best friends nowadays, yet for all we know, we are now entrapped subconsciously by the many ‘good things’ our mobile

phones have been providing us. Mobile phones are one of the phenomenal inventions of man in this era of tech-driven society. It completely changed the way we interact these days. You can call, send text messages, read emails, play games as well as read and edit documents on the go. Almost everyone has a mobile phone. Everywhere you go, we see people sporting the latest mobile phone models. Mobile phones has become part and parcel of our lives. Leaving home without our phones is akin to leaving without brushing our teeth, or combing our hair. These days of quickies,

everyone owns at least one, if not sophisticated, mobile phone. In fact, even parents have allowed their school kids to own mobile phones because of easy and convenient access wherever they are, anytime, anywhere. So what are the repercussions of constantly using these devices day in day out? Today, socializing that involves real interaction is very rare to happen. We are reduced to interacting on social platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, or chat applications such as Viber and WhatsApp. While there is nothing expressly wrong with chatting with our friends on these platforms, it can be a problem if it is done at

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the expense of face to face interaction. In a family where every member has a mobile phone and uses it every time they are together, this might cause breakdown of relationships, or worse, disorientation of values within the family. If convenience then is the mother of addiction, then we are in for a big trouble with our smart mobile phones. (ruffy44_ph2000@yahoo. com)

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THOU art the one

THE fault we see in others often reveal our own imperfections. We frequently criticize our own shortcomings when we see them in others. Ver y often, we hear from colleagues, neighbors, friends or family members and others things they seem to hate. They even criticize other people about their looks or activities during weekends, vacations or off days. Most of the time, gossiping can really easily ruins others’ life. And where does gos-

sip start? Gossips come about because of envy. Why not try to love unlovables instead of giving so many negative comments and criticisms? Why not examine ourselves first before criticizing others? Upon examination of my own life, I’m annoyed when others are late for an appointment and keep me waiting. I really feel angry, when parents speak harshly and treat their children cruelly, when an individual monopolizes the conversation. Or, when others neglect

the spiritual side of life in favor of temporary physical pleasures. At such times when I look inward, I hear the words “Thou art the one”. Then I realize that imperfections I see in others are often my own. When the Lord looks at us, He sees not only what we a re but what He enables us to become. We can learn not to expect too much from ourselves that we become discouraged. The grace of our Lord does not change us unless we respond. It can change our

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Fire razes school building By DIVINA M. SUSON Correspondent

ILIGAN City--A school in Barangay Dilabayan, Bacolod Kalawi town in Lanao del Sur was burned down after a fire broke out past 8 a.m. Friday (June 7). Police investigation said the fire originated from a nearby house owned by a certain Juhary Manan whose family was able to escape. Captain Timothy Jim Romanillos, chief of Bacolod Kalawi Municipal Police Station, said the fire, that See FIRE, page 9

A primary school in Barangay Dilabayan, Bacolod Kalawi town in Lanao del Sur, was burned to the ground when a fire, that started from a nearby house, broke out, around 8:00AM on Friday, June 7. (Photo: Police Captain Timothy Jim Romanillos, Bacold Kalawi MPS)

The power of Teachers’ Encouragement By MAY N. JABAGAT, Teacher 3 Mantangale National High School Balingoan, Misamis Oriental

Encouragement is a gift that can literally transform people and circumstances. Teachers have a lot to do with their students’ motivational level. A student may arrive in class with a certain degree of motivation. But the teacher’s behavior and teaching style, the structure of the course, the nature with students all have a large effect on student motivation. Students can have increased of motivation when they feel some sense of autonomy in the learning process, and that motivation declines when students have no voice in the class structure. Giving your students options can be as simple as letting them pick

their lab partners, or wherein students can determine their own grading scale, due date and assignments. If encouragement is indeed the most vital aspects of a child’s social development, very few educators, counselors, and parents fully realize this fact. Encouragement is desperately needed today. Children and teachers need encouragement like plants need water. Students perform best when the level of difficulty is slightly above their current ability level. If the task is so easy, it promotes boredom and may communicate a message of low expectations or a sense that the teacher believes the students is not capable of better work.

Thus, teachers play such an important role in a child’s life, sometimes being their only source of encouragement and support. As a teacher, it is important to know the students, their personality, learning styles and academic level, so that it is easy to meet their needs and create the best learning environment possible. The purpose of education is to teach the basics of knowledge and to challenge each individual to learn. The realization that will have the power to make a difference in a child’s life is sometimes overwhelming. This remarkable fact gives the teachers a stronger purpose – to be a positive role model for the students. Being an effective teachers is truly an awesome responsibility.

A plastics-free school environment By FRANCIS AINAH R. ERAP Teacher I Caniangan National High School Tangub City

A public high school in Negros Occidental has opened a zero waste canteen to promote a plasticfree culture among its students and teachers. For me, this is a laudable development. The school’s plastic-free canteen opened on Monday, June 3, the first day of classes this school year. It uses alternative packaging for the meals and snacks it offers to its more than

400 students and teachers. The wala usik canteen also uses biodegradable, indigenous and reusable materials such as mugs made from bamboo, bowls from coconut shells and plates from banana leaves. Wala usik is a local term for zero waste or nothing is wasted. The school canteen also aims to promote healthy eating from fresh and local produce and will avoid and discourage processed food

packaged in single use plastic. The transition of their canteen to a plasticfree facility started because single use plastic products are often mismanaged in schools nationwide, posing problems to both the environment and health. This groundbreaking program equips and empowers students with the tools to create positive, lasting environmental change. Schools are being encouraged to set themselves the target of eliminating their reliance on single use plastics.

Teacher: An Instrument of Creating World Peace By ROIE M. UBAYUBAY

Taking on the task of shaping young minds is a big responsibility and, to say that teachers can change lives is not an exaggeration. Teachers inspire leaners to work harder and push themselves. They encourage learners to understand the importance of dedicating themselves to foster projects towards every endeavour. And success builds upon success. The more learners push themselves to accomplish their goals, the better they realize what they are capable of doing. Teachers are often the first to spot a learner’s unique gifts and talents while attitude is the primary concern. Becoming a teacher provides an opportunity to nurture and

encourage their learners to appreciate and develop their natural abilities and special interests. They can make all the difference in a learner’s motivation to develop his own gifts and hidden talents. They help shape a learner’s self-esteem and confidence, as well as helping inspire their career aspirations and attitudes toward school. In the field of academe, a teacher is very important because they prepare and influence tomorrow’s leaders. Every day, learners learn important lessons about sharing, respect, valuing differences and making ethical decisions. Teachers who can enable their learners to feel important and included will create safe classroom spaces, and the children will model

the behavior that leaders should emulate. The wellbeing of planet Earth depends on having educated, ethical and responsible leaders who know how to solve problems, often communicating across cultural lines. Moreover, teaching is considered a means for which God used his disciple as an instrument to touch everyone’s lives. Aristotle rightly said, “Those who educate the children are more to be honored than they who produce them; for these only gave them life, those arts of living well.” So teaching is a profession that provides an art of living. It is not only a duty but a moral duty. It is not a profession but a noble service to the world to create a more beautiful and peaceful world.

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The Suzuki Jimny All Grip Pro DESIGNED to deliver authentic 4×4 experience, the all-new Jimny features All Grip Pro for high off-road capability that allows instant response and maneuver through difficult terrain. The fourth iteration of this popular Suzuki SUV uses a ladder frame that is more resistant than a monocoque body to torsion and is therefore better suited for off-road, rough terrain. Compared with many SUVs today with independent suspensions, the Jimny uses a long-stroke 3-link suspension and rigid full wheel axles on both front and rear for strong traction on uneven terrain. The Jimny can climb over obstacles and steep hills without scrapping its bumpers or underbody. The vehicle’s 37-degree specialized approach angle, 28-degree ramp breakover angle and 49-degree departure angle allow it to maneuver over ridges and verticals. With its part-time 4WD with lowrange transfer gear, the Jimny can switch between 4WD and 2WD to achieve optimal off-road performance and better fuel economy and enhanced

cornering on paved roads, respectively. The SUV also has extra torque in the 4L mode for rough terrain. Whether the day calls for multiple projects off site or unplanned long trips outside the metro, the allnew Suzuki Jimny can handle the challenge by combining hill hold control, hill descent control and brake limited slipdifferential (LSD) traction control. These systems allow both wheels to maintain speed and better control in rough road conditions. The fourthgeneration SUV sports a square body for better situational awareness. Its compact dimensions See JIMMY, page 10

Suzuki Opens New 3S Shop in Zamboanga UNIQUE Motor Center - Suzuki opens its first 3S Shop in Mindanao this year at Mayor Vitaliano Agan Avenue, Zamboanga City. With its stronghold in Zamboanga City, Unique Motor Center and Suzuki decided to expand their business and establish a Suzuki 3S Shop in the area. Now on their 19th year of partnership, Unique Motor Center has already contributed 22% to Suzuki’s total sales in Zamboanga, hence the decision to put up a Suzuki 3S Shop under its banner to increase the market share and further promote the Suzuki brand in the area. The Zamboanga City 3S Shop is a two-storey structure measuring 389 sqm. The 3S in Suzuki 3S Shops means Sales, Spare Parts and Service.

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Gulayan sa Paaralan (Vegetable gardens in Schools) By CORAZON A. ESTOR Bobontugan Elementary School

Gulayan sa Paaralan aims to address under nutrition and short term hunger among public school children. The program is a vital part of the school-based feeding program implemented by the Department of Education (DepEd), through the School Health DivisionBureau of Leader Support Services (SHD-BLSS). Under the program, all schools are asked to establish and maintain the “Gulayan sa Paaralan” as a source of ingredients for the feeding program. Pupils are encouraged to take part of the program at the schools taught agriculture in their Edukasyong Pantahanan

at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) in the Elementary Schools and also in the Technology Livelihood Education (TLE) classes in high schools. Vegetable gardening serves the hands on training for the pupils in the field of agriculture. It further enhances their awareness about health and nutritions. As children lacking in proper nutrients have less energy, both physical and mental, hence are unable to fully participate in class. To ensure that the program will be sustainable, some localities in the country, agreed that every year they will conduct a contest for the best implementer of “Gulayan sa Paaralan”.

Republic of the Philippines Province of Davao del Norte CITY OF PANABO -oOoCITY CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE NOTICE OF PUBLICATION In Compliance with Section 5of R.A. No. 9048, a Notice is hereby served to the public that ELEUTERIO G. GIBELA has filed with this Office a Petition for Change of First Name from “ELY” to “ELEUTERIO” in the Certificate of Live Birth of ELY C. GIBELA who was born on FEBRUARY 20, 1952 at DAVAO PENAL COLONY PANABO, DAVAO and whose parents are RUFINA CADELIÑA and FRANCISCO GIBELA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this office not later than JUNE 28, 2019.

MDN: June 10 & 17, 2019

Maxus eyes big leap in sales volume By LESLIE GATPOLINTAN

MANILA -- Maxus Philippines expects to double or even triple its sales volume next year, as it introduced to the Philippine market its flagship models of multipurpose vehicles (MPV) and vans. “We have a modest target this year. Because it’s only six months, we’re looking at about 500, 600 units. But we plan to double or triple that by next year with new product offerings,” Maxus Philippines General Manager Reginald See told reporters on the sidelines of the launching of these models. The industrial technology arm of Ayala Corp., AC Industrials, launched Wednesday night Maxus Philippines and flagship models the G10 family MPV, and the V80 Comfort, Flex and transport vans. See said these models will be available in the market Thursday, noting the company has established its first showroom and aftersales facilities in Greenfield district in Mandaluyong City. It will also set-up dealership networks at ASEANA Manila Bay area in Paranaque, Quezon Avenue in Quezon City, and Cebu in the Visayas region, he said. “Soon, we will also be appointing other dealers across See SALES, page 9

Regional of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11th Judicial Region Branch 17, Davao City KAR ASIA INC., Plaintiff

CIVIL CASE NO. R-DVO-16-01233-CV

-versusCRISTITA C. ARANA Defendant x---------------------------x NOTICE OF SALE ON EXECUTION OF REAL PROPERTY WHEREAS, by virtue of the Writ of Execution issued in the above-entitled case by the Honorable Court, Regional Trial Court, Branch 17, Davao City for recovery of the sum stated in the decision and writ of execution in the above-case, levy was made by the undersigned Sheriff, upon the real property of the defendant, which is more particularly described as follows: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-11286 Lot 2688-C-4-B, Psd-12-039782 AR A parcel of Land (Lot 2688-C-4-B of the subdivision plan Psd-12-039782, AR being a portion of Lot 2688-C-4, psd-11-056033). Situated in the Barangay of Polo, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao. Containing area of Four Thousand Seven Hundred (4,7500) square meters or less. NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of said Writ of Execution and in accordance with Rule 39, Section 19, of the Rules of Court, the undersigned Sheriff will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for CASH and in Philippine Currency, on June 20, 2019 at 10:00 o’clock in the morning or soon thereafter at the Entrance of the Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, the above-described property in order to satisfy said Writ of Execution, together with costs and Sheriffs expenses of sale. That the in the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on June 27, 2019 without further notice.

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Davao City, Philippines, May 21, 2019.

JAY C. ESPERANZA Sheriff IV Serve on: Cristita C. Arana – Phase 2, Block 20, Lot 21, Roseville Subd., Lanang Davao City Publisher ___________________ Posting ___________________ WARNING: It is absolutely prohibited to remove, deface or destroy this Notice of sale on or before the date of sale, under penalty of law. Rule 39, Sec. 15 MDN: June 10, 17 & 24, 2019

GIR level continues to rise, reaches US$85.02 billion as of end - May 2019

PRELIMINARY data shows that the country’s gross international reserves (GIR) rose to US$85.02 billion as of end-May 2019 from US$83.88 billion as of endApril 2019. This was announced by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Benjamin E. Diokno today. At this level, GIR serves as an ample external liquidity buffer and is equivalent to 7.5 months’ worth of im-

ports of goods and payments of services and primary income. It is also equivalent to 5.1 times the country’s short-term external debt based on original maturity and 3.6 times based on residual maturity. The month-on-month increase in the GIR level was due mainly to inflows arising from the National Government’s (NG) net foreign currency deposits,

BSP’s foreign exchange operations and income from its investments abroad, and revaluation gains from the BSP’s gold holdings, resulting from the increase in the price of gold in the international market. However, the increase in reserves was tempered partially by payments made by the NG for servicing its foreign exchange obligations. See LEVEL, page 9

Online classroom

By FRANCIS AINAH R. ERAP Teacher I Caniangan National High School Tangub City

The traditional Westernized constructivist approach to online teaching will need modifications due to the proliferation of multicultural online classrooms. Instructional designers and teachers must uncover their own unconscious biases to foster a culturally sensitive learning environment. A formal online setting that incorporates synchronous and/or asynchronous learning opportunities for language learners to actively interact with fellow

learners. In this setting, students develop their language proficiency and gain cultural competence in the target language. An online classroom is an environment created through use of a learning management system that allows students and teacher to connect either synchronously (real time with teacher and students meeting at the same time or asynchronously with interaction between teacher and students occurring intermittently with a time delay; teacher students

are generally separated by location.) Nontraditional classroom in which learners and instructors are not in physical proximity with each other. An online class can be conducted synchronously or asynchronously. An online course is managed and communication is conducted through various electronic methods. A classroom has no face to face component; all interaction between the students and the instructor – both synchronous and asynchronous – is conducted using a combination of online instructional contexts.

Identifying students’ learning styles By MITCHELLE R. PABELLAN, Teacher 3 Mantangale National High School Balingoan, Misamis Oriental

Each teacher has their particular style but so do most students. Teacher must know how their students learn the way they can so that the teacher will have the idea how to teach their students and make them interested on learning. The problems develop when teachers and students don’t match. You may have noticed that even your children learn differently than you do causing you to question why they’re not as interested or not “catching on” the same way you did at their age. You may also be wondering why some teachers were ‘’better” teachers than

others or why you like a certain subject over another. These are actually very important observations. There are different type of learning styles which are; Visual (spatial), Aural (auditorymusical), Verbal (Linguistic), Physical (Kinesthetic), Logical (Mathematical), Social (Interpersonal), Solitary (Intrapersonal). Your students will most likely not possess only one learning styles exclusively but you may be able to see a pattern in their learning preference. For example, a student who is visual but may also be a very social and verbal learner and prefers to learn especially difficult topic using their primary

skills. Understanding how your students learn is perhaps the most important part of being a teacher. Another is learning how to provide opportunities for leaning by the use of this identified learning preferences. You just have to observe every students you have and by this it will help you how to help them to easily learn every lesson you gave to them. Each observation will bring you closer to understand their special gifts and will reveal to you more effective ways to teach them using their preferred learning styles. Thus, teachers help students improve learning skills in the learning styles he or she is most comfortable with.

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the country,” he added. “We see a very great potential in the commercial vehicle market that’s why with our brand portfolio under the AC Motors Group, this I think will complement all the product lineup that we have.” See was optimistic the demand for passenger and commercial vehicles in the country would increase along with the growth of the whole industry at 8 to 10 percent. “It’s the segment where the volume is,” he added. See also bared they will come up with two or three more products next year. Maxus Philippines is the sixth automotive brand partner under AC Industrials, through its automotive distribution and retail group AC Motors, after Honda, Isuzu, Volkswagen, Kia and KTM. (PNA)

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BANCASI, Butuan City – The Department of Education Butuan City Division and the 402nd Infantry Brigade in Caraga inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Alternative Learning System (ALS) A&E Program of IP soldiers, today, Monday, June 03, 2019 held at Kalayaan Hall, Headquarters 402nd Brigade, Brgy Bancasi, Butuan City. A total of nine (9) IP Soldiers will undergo the ten (10) months ALS program. Among the key personalities who attended said signing include Mr Romeo O Aprovechar, CESO V, the School Division Superintendent; and Dr. Bevelyn C Corvera, DPH, the Curriculum Implementation Division Head from DepEd Butuan City Division and, Col Maurito L Licudine, Commander of the 402nd Brigade. The signing of the MOU is conducted to officially launch the partnership of the DepEd and 402nd Brigade to accommodate the IP soldiers for the ALS A&E Program in order to enhance their individual development, qualify them for the continuous regular enlistment and military schoolings/trainings. This initiative is in line with the Army Transformation Roadmap whose goal is to professionalize the Army as an organization. Mr Aprovechar in his speech inspired the participants by telling his life story. He said, “Learning is a continuous process; don’t get discouraged; if you study when you’re already old. The willingness to learn is already there but most people are constrained due to distance and time

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Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City SACRIL ROSE M. BAROY, Petitioners,

CEVIL CASE NO 2019-045

Versus Code

FOR: Declaration of Nullity of Marriage under P.D. 1083 or the Muslim

ARVI CLARK J. GOM-OS, Respondent, X---------------------/ ORDER BEFORE the court verified petition Declaration of Nullity of Marriage under P.D. 1083 or the Muslim Code on the grounds of fraud under Art. 32 thereof, filed by petition and alleging among others. That petitioners and respondent are husband and wife respectively in marriage performed under Muslim rite on July 21, 2016. At Iligan City both petitioner and respondent had been converted to MUSLIM, summons was served and then respondent filed affidavit of no objection instead of an answer. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance set the initial hearing of this case on June 21, 2016 at 9:a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 22nd day of May 2019.

HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

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available while working. Moreover, poverty is not the reason for not having an education. Strive and dream high. If you want to succeed, pursue your dream and work hard”. After the launching, DepEd ALS Supervisor, Ana Marie L Ceniza, the ALS/IPEd Focal Person, DepEd Butuan City Division conducted orientation to the participants. Classes for the IP soldiers will be every Friday and Saturday of the week, for ten (10) months. In his statement, Col Licudine stated that the IP soldier program started last July 5, 2017 when the Army was given Special Enlistment Quota. PRRD directed the AFP to recruit IP soldiers to help in the Internal Security Operations of the government, “Most of the guerrilla bases are situated in the IP domains and about 80% of the NPA manpower are IP members. Hence, to accommodate the IP to become soldiers, other requirements are waived such as the Age Limit, Educational Qualification and Civil Status, among others. However, such enlistment is only good for six (6) years”. “My heartfelt gratitude to the Butuan City Schools Division for assisting us in our efforts of professionalizing the Army. This partnership was launched to continuously improve the knowledge and skills of our soldiers. For the IP soldiers, this is your chance of a lifetime to improve your educational attainment and your career. The outcome of this ALS Program will determine your future in the Philippine Army”, Col Licudine added.

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province: LANAO DEL NORTE City/Municipality: LINAMON NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. Act. No. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that MICHELLE M ESLIT has filed with this Office a petition for CHANGE OF FIRST NAME from “MICHELLE” to “MICHAEL” in the Birth Certificate of MICHELLE MONSANTO ESLIT who was born on MAY 21, 2019 at BUSQUE, LINAMON, LANAO DEL NORTE whose parents are DANTE PONGASI ESLIT and MARIA RUTH REPASO MONSANTO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this office not later than ___________________.

MDN: June 3 & 10, 2019

(SGD.) EDENITA V. DELA ROSA-MACAS Municipal Civil Registrar

Innovative teaching

By FRANCIS AINAH R. ERAP Teacher I Caniangan National High School Tangub City

INNOVATIVE teaching is a necessity for all teachers in order to meet the educational needs of the new generations. However, teachers’ competency for innovative teaching is a key factor influencing innovative teaching performance. Innovative teaching is necessary for the present and future of education to help students to reach their full potential. Higher education must serve the

long term intellectual needs of the student, for example, whether providing new material by teachers helped the student to gain new insights or opened up new channels of intellectual stimulation or enhanced student’s essential and creative thinking power. Innovative teaching as a science and practice has a responsibility to prepare citizens of the knowledge society to be able to be creative, face changes, manage and analyze information

RURAL BANK OF MEDINA(MIS. OR.) SMALL CLAIMS CASE NO.2015-117-7 INC., herein represented by it’s Manager, Plaintiff, -versusBERNARDO CONCHA, TERESITA CONCHA, FOR: AND LINDA AUROJO. COLLECTION OF SUM MONEY Defendant/s x--------------------------------------------------------------/ NOTICE OF SALE ON EXECUTION OF UNDIVIDED SHARE OF REAL PROPERTY WHEREAS, by virtue of an ORDER dated July 07, 2016 and writ of Execution dated August 19, 2016 issued by the Honorable Ana Candida N. Casiño; Presiding Judge, Municipal Trial Court of Medina, Misamis Oriental, in Small Claims Case No. 2015-117-7 wherein Rural Bank of Medina(Mis. Or.) Inc. represented by it’s Manager is the Plaintiff and BERNARDO CONCHA, TERESITA CONCHA, AND LINDA AUROJO are the defendants for Collection of Sum Of Money to satisfy the indebtedness of the defendants to the plaintiff in the amount stated on the Writ of Execution as follows: A. The balance on the Promissory Note No. 00638 after Judgement as of August 12, 2015, the unpaid principal in the amount of P62,599.00; the unpaid interest as of May 13, 2015 in the amount of P6,725.74, the interest on the entire unpaid principal computed at 2.33% per month from May 14, 2015 until fully paid, Penalty Charges equivalent to 6% per annum computed on any unpaid principal which has become past due and unpaid interest from the time the defendant defaulted to date of finality of Judgment, to reimburse the plaintiff of the docket fee and other court fees in the amount of the loan of P3,625.00, penalty charges equivalent to 6% per annum computed on the total momentary award to be reckoned from finality of decision until fully paid, B. The balance on the Promissory Note No. 00022 after Judgment as of August 12, 2015, The unpaid principal amount of the loan of P2,860.00, the interest on the principal before maturity to be recomputed at 6% per annum, the past due interest on the principal to be computed at 6% per annum until paid, penalty charges equivalent to 6% per annum computed on any unpaid interest from the time the defendant defaulted to date of finality of decision, and penalty charges equivalent to 6% per annum computed on the total monetary award to be reckoned from finality of decision until full paid, and the expenses in connection with this Writ and Auction Sale, levy was made on January 20, 2017, by the Sheriff of Regional Trial Court-Office of the Clerk of Court, Medina, Misamis Oriental upon the Real Property of Alfonso Concha Sr., the legal husband of Teresita Concha which are more particularly described as follows: Tax Declaration No. 02-021504 (series 2016) A Residential Lot bounded on the North by Lot 007, 008 (Road Lot); on the East by Lot 265 (Road Lot); on the South by Lot 264 and on the West by Lot 265. Containing an area of 200 square meter more or less located at Taytay, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental under Survey PSD-10-069263; Lot No. 7002-C-1; with Property Index No. 052-16-014-07-263 in the name of Alfonso Concha Sr. Tax Declaration No. 02-021505 (series 2016) A Residential Lot bounded on the North by Lot 263; on the East by Lot 265 (Road Lot); on the South by Lot 267, 266 and on the West by Lot 262. Containing an area of 22 square meter more or less located at Taytay, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental under Survey PSD-10-069263; Lot No. 7002-C-5 with Property Index no. 052-16-014-07-264 in the name of Alfonso Concha Sr. A Residential Lot bounded on the North by Lot 008(Road Lot), 007,009; on the East by Lot 005, SEC. 02 & Lot 269; on the South by National Highway and on the West by Lot 263, 264 (Road Lot), 266. Containing an area of 129 square meter more or less located at Taytay, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental under Survey PSD-10-056990; Lot No. 7002-B with Property Index No. 052-16-014-07-268 in the name of Alfonso Concha Sr. Tax Declaration No. 02-021981 (series 2016) A Residential Lot bounded on the North by Lot 005, SEC 02: on the East by National Highway; on the South by National Highway and on the West by Lot 268 (Road Lot). Containing an area of 52 square meter more or less located at Taytay, EL Salvador City, Misamis Oriental under Survey PSD-10-056990; Lot No.7002-A with Property Index No. 052-16-014-07-269 in the name of Alfonso Concha Sr. NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of said Order of Execution and in accordance with Rule 39 Section 18, of the Rules of Court, the Sheriff of the Regional Trial Court-Office of the Clerk of Court, Medina, Misamis Oriental will, or by deputy sell at public auction to the highest bidder for Cash and in the Philippine Currency, on July 23, 2019, Tuesday at 10 o’clock in the morning or soon thereafter, at Regional Trial Court-Office of the Clerk of Court Building, Medina, Misamis Oriental the above-described properties in order to satisfy said Order of Execution, together with the interests, penalties, cost sheriff’s fees and expenses of sale. In the event of failure of bidding or auction sale cannot take place for whatever reason, the same will proceed on the following working day, without further notice, posting and publication. Prospective bidders/buyers may investigate for themselves the title and tax declaration herein above described and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Medina, Misamis Oriental, Philippines, May 27, 2019.

Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late VICTOR ACA, who died long ago at Bonbon, Sagay, Camiguin with no will and testament, left a parcel of land located at Bonbon, Sagay, Camiguin covered under Tax Declaration No. 05000503954, denominated as Lot No. 2790-A containing area of 8,966 sq.m. is the subject of extrajudicial settlement of estate with absolute sale of parcel of land, sold in favor MIRASOL A. DADO, Filipino citizen and a resident of Bonbon, Sagay, Camiguin. Executed by heirs, under the Notarial Registry of Atty. Avelino P. Orseno Jr., per doc.No. 743; page No. 95; Book No.___; series of 2019. MDN: June 10, 17 & 24, 2019

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late AGAPITO SAPA, who died long time ago at Bonbon, Sagay , Camiguin leaving with no will and testament, left a parcel of land located at Kilon-ac, Bonbon, Sagay, Camiguin covered under Tax Declaration No. 05000503825 denominated as Lot No. 2251, containing an area of 0.3576 sq.m. is the subject of extrajudicial settlement among heirs with absolute sale of two portion of parcel of land in favor of MIRASOL A. DADO, Filipino citizen.(sold portion: Lot No. 2251-C w/ an area of 460 sq.m. and Lot No. 2251-C w/ an area of 460 sq.m.) executed by heirs, under the notarial registry of Atty. Avelino P. Orseno Jr., per doc. No. 742; page No.95; Book No.______series of 2019.

MICHAEL I. MONTEJO RTC-OCC,SHERIFF IV

Mdn: June 3,10 & 17, 2019

MDN: June 10, 17 & 24, 2019

Republic of the Philippines REGION X Province of Lanao del Norte MUNICIPALITY OF BAROY OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR R.A. 10172 Form No. 10.1 (LCRO) NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION In compliance with Section 7 of R.A. 10172 a notice is hereby served to the public that MACLAIN MADRIDANO CABAÑEROS has filed with this Office a Petition for Correction of Clerical Error in the Child’s sex from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of MACLAIN MADRDIANO CABAÑEROS who was born on June 10, 1962 at Baroy, Lanao del Norte and whose parent are PACITO B. CABAÑEROS and DOLORES L. MADRIDANO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this office not later than JUNE 2019.

MDN: June 3 & 10, 2019

and work with knowledge. Worldwide schools and teachers are in various states of reform to adapt their institutional practices and educational systems to be more effective. The role of teachers has shifted from being just a subject matter expert who transmits information to acting as a facilitator of student learning in the knowledge society. Current reforms emphasize teachers develop students’ capabilities in problem solving, teamwork and learning to learn and reflective thinking.

Republic of the Philippines 10th Judicial Region Province of Misamis Oriental MUNICIPAL TRIAL COURT OF MEDINA

NOTICE

R.A. Form No. 8.1 (LCRO)

DepEd Butuan City and 402nd Brigade Inks MOU for ALS A&E Program of IP Soldiers

Net international reserves (NIR), which refers to the difference between the BSP’s GIR and total short-term liabilities, likewise increased by US$1.14 billion to US$85 billion as of end-May 2019 from (ang mga building) at made the end-April 2019 level of mostly of light materials,” US$83.86 billion. Romanillos said in a phone interview. No casualties were refrom page 5 ported. was reported at 8:20AM, Initial reports said faulty gutted three school build- wiring caused the fire. ings of Dilabayan Primary The Bureau of Fire ProSchool mostly made of light tection in Bacolod Kalawi is still determining the esmaterials. “Kaya ang bilis kum- timated cost of damage alat ng apoy dahil luma na according to Romanillos.

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“Wanted: A Friend” By ALITO B. DELOS SANTOS, T-III Val. Ed. Dept. Head (Designate) Lala National High School Maranding, Lala Lanao del Norte

Recently, I happened to meet a Grade 7 student, John (not his real name) who has a physical disability. His father, the person who personally takes care of him explained to me that John really wants to be at a regular class in spite of the presence of our school’s Open High School Program (OHSP). While having this conversation, my mind simply drifted to my seminary experience of working with “differently-abled” persons in L’Arche Chicago. L’Arche is an international organization that seeks to create support networks with people with intellectual disabilities. At the start of my ministry in L’Arche, I asked myself how people with developmental disabilities perceive and relate with Jesus. This question is important because part of my ministry in L’Arche that time was to help core members (people with disability) deepen their appreciation of and relationship with Jesus. Certainly, before I can help them deepen their relationship with Jesus, I need to first deepen my own relationship with Him. This realization brought me to confront two important issues for Christology (the theology that is concerned with Jesus’ nature and works) that I saw in L’Arche. Among these issues, two seemed to stand out. The first, which I considered to be the very foundation of how I understand Jesus Christ today, is suffering. Undeniably, one of the characteristics of our humanity is the capacity to suffer. Suffering comes to us regardless of our socio-economic status, race, color, gender, nationality, age, educational attainment, health, and so on and so forth. Nevertheless, circumstances in life make some people suffer more than many others. People in abject poverty or are afflicted with a stigmatized disease or doing a detestable and “immoral” job are oftentimes suffering from severe marginalization and neglect by others, even by those who should be able to understand and accept them as they are. Similarly, several of our developmentally disabled brothers and sisters in society are also abandoned, disowned, and maltreated by their very own families and/or relatives. Moreover, it is unfortunate that most cultures of the world favor those who are strong, smart,

and successful and loathe those who are weak, unintelligent, and a failure. This kind of culture in turn develops biased systems that aggravate the plight of those who are disabled physically, emotionally, or developmentally. In turn, people with disabilities are continuously discriminated, ostracized, and stereotyped. This grim reality of the developmentally disabled challenges me to think how the Christian notion of salvation can be translated in such a way that these people will be able to experience it in a more meaningful way in the here and now. This leads me to the second important Christological issue I became familiar with in L’Arche—friendship. Of course, like the destitute, hungry, and the least in Jesus’ time, people with disabilities need to be taken care of—to be fed, given water to drink, clothed, welcomed, visited—but these acts of generosity can be simply too mechanical without friendship. Today, there are many institutions all over the world that provide services that meet the physical needs of the developmentally disabled persons, yet in many of these places of hospitality, I deem that they still remain isolated, lonely, and disconnected because they are not befriended by their caregivers. In many cases, the caregiver is always in the position of providing care while depriving the disabled person the opportunity to give anything in return. In L’Arche the story is different. Both the core-members and their assistants live and share life together in a community where there is mutuality. The core-members receive the generosity of the assistants while the assistants also receive the generosity of the coremembers—a perfect symbiosis! This exchange of generosity leads to a real encounter of two or more persons where boundaries are broken down and the “other” is experienced in a deep encounter. When this thing occurs, salvation is at hand! Now going back to John, I hope that his presence in our school will give him the opportunity not only of acquiring good education but also of meeting people who will accept him as he is; consider him as their friend, and allow him to respond to the generosity of others.

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allow the Jimny to maneuver through narrow mountain trails and thick forests, a clear advantage over larger off-road vehicles. It’s light weight lets you conquer mud, sand and up steep slippery slopes where heavier vehicles tend to get stuck. The Jimny’s look and b o dy express of f-ro ad functionality in every detail, from the tough square form to the 15-inch alloy wheels painted in darkmetallic gray. The angled bumper is optimized for

off-road terrain while the square wheel arches allow for easier tire changes. Molded black bumpers, wheel arch extensions and side sills help block pebbles from scratching the body panels. The iconic round headlamps inherited from past models are completely separated to allow independent replacement. The interior mirrors the simple and straightforward exterior. Black is used to minimize distraction, with functional parts such as center switches and dials in metallic colors for easy use. The instrument panel and surrounding

parts have scratch- and stain-resistant grained finish while the circular steering wheel has a leather cover to withstand rough handling. The multimedia audio unit features a bigger 9-inch capacitive touchscreen with large icons and soft buttons for easy control. It features off-line GPS navigation system and off-road audio guide. The all-new Jimny accommodates 53 liters more luggage than the previous model. Small items can be stored in a removable luggage box for easier organization.

Motivating students

By FRANCIS AINAH R. ERAP Teacher I Caniangan National High School Tangub City

MOST teachers intrinsically understand the need to motivate their students but teaching on intuition alone can lead to missteps in student engagement. Everyone has a gut sense of the importance of a student’s relationship with a teacher. It’s not a scholarly understanding but a human understanding. Every kid is different. There are differences in community and culture and

it takes a while for teachers to try to develop a new repertoire for building relationships with kids who are different from the way they were. That’s why it’s important for teachers to be trained on building strong relationships with students and ways that academic mindsets, sense of belonging and other issues affecting student’s motivation to learn. Cultural divides can hinder teachers who are asked to connect with their

students beyond the narrow confines of the subjects they teach. A lot of the way that educators build relationships with their students is through their content knowledge. So if you’re a chemistry teacher and you have students interested in chemistry, it’s that shared experience of chemistry that’s helping you build meaningful relationships. What we think is a much, much better way you build relationships is to understand the elements of purpose that students have.

Technology and livelihood education By DAREL T. AGUAS Secondary School Teacher I TLE Department Ozamiz City National High School Lam-an, Ozamiz City

TLE is one of the learning areas of the secondary education curriculum used in Philippine secondary schools. As a subject in high school, its component areas are home economics, agri-fishery arts, industrial arts and information and communication technology. The 2010 Secondary Edu-

cation curriculum allocates 240 minutes per week for TLE which is equivalent to 1.2 units. However, TLE is required to include practical work experience in the community which may extend beyond its specified school hours. The technical-vocational TLE is focused on technical skills development in any area. Five common competencies based on the training regulations of Tesda are covered in the exploraroty phase (Grades 7 and 8): mensuration and calculation, technical drafting, use of tools

and equipment, maintenance of tools and equipment and occupational health and safety. The specialization phase is from Grades 9 to 12. The entrepreneurshipbased TLE is focused on the learning of some livelihood skills every quarter so that the student may be equipped to start a small household enterprise with family members. It covers three domains: personal entrepreneurial competencies, market and environment, and process and delivery.

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the items, but he admitted he is a drug surrenderee in Leyte where he previously lived. Pantaran said the suspect has been investigated if he is shipping the items to somebody through a courier since he was apprehended outside a courier service. The suspect was temporarily detained at the station 5 detention cell for filing of the case.

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gratitude to President Duterte for keeping his campaign promise of resolving the controversy and prickly Canada waste issue. In 2015, the group met with the then-Davao Mayor and now Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to appeal and look into the issue if elected. Back then he pledged to take necessary steps to make the government of Canada accountable for their actions. “We extend our gratitude to President Duterte for fulfilling his promise to the Filipino people by standing up for the environment, health and dignity of Filipinos, by returning the rotting waste shipment to Canada. We recognize the strength of his political will in bending the government of Canada to take back its trash, and by doing so, upholding the country’s sovereignty, and facing off against a foreign power,” Reynaldo San Juan, Jr, BAN Toxics’ Deputy Executive Director said. While the repatriation of the Canadian waste is a historic moment for our country, the group clamors for a more sustainable and stronger action from the government in protecting our environment. BAN Toxics strongly urges the Philippine Government to immediately ratify the Basel Ban Amendment which seeks to ensure that developing countries, such as the Philippines do not become convenient dumping grounds for waste intended for disposal or recycling, a loophole that continues to be exploited under the international treaty called, the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movement of Hazardous Wastes and their Disposal. Aside from the Canadian trash, cargos containing garbage from South Korea were discovered in October 2018. And just recently, May 2019, new trash shipments from Hong Kong and Australia were discovered in the port of Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental. The movement of trash is expected to rise as China, once the global recycler, has shut its doors from accepting these wastes in an effort to focus on their domestic wastes. “As long the Basel Ban Amendment has not been ratified by our government, waste traders will feel emboldened and continue to

view the Philippines’ opendoor policy to wastes as a welcome mat for dumping. It is high time the country removes the welcome sign to these exploitative waste traders, we urge President Duterte to slam the door shut on waste trade and immediately ratify the Basel Ban Amendment,” San Juan added. “BAN Toxics believes that preventing waste imports before it happens is equal in measure in the exercise of political will, as is wrestling for the waste’s return. Ratifying the Basel Ban Amendment is a work towards minimizing the risk of rich countries trashing our country. It is the necessary step to further defend our national dignity and protect the nation’s health and environment from waste global trade,” explained San Juan.

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was Councilor Roger Achas. The raid on Achas residence stemmed from the search warrant issued by Presiding Judge Mirabeaus A. Undalok of the Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 43, Gingoog City. Police M/Sgt Noel Oclarit of the CIDG said his team seized assorted firearms and ammunitions that include: • 1 unit caliber .45 pistol (STI Executive) with serial no. OM145197, • 1 unit caliber .45 pistol (Taurus) with serial no. 155670 • 1 unit KG9 submachine gun with serial no. 7828049 • 3 pieces #1 cup steel magazine for caliber .45 • 1 piece short steel magazine for caliber 45 • 2 pieces magazine for KG9 submachine gun • 35 pieces live ammunition for caliber .45 • 45 pieces live ammunition for caliber 9mm • 2 pieces outside leather holster color black • 1 piece quick draw holster color brown • 2 pieces ammo. box color black and yellow • 1 piece outside shoulder holster color black, and • 7 pieces live ammunition for caliber 40. A case for violation of Republic Act No. 10591, otherwise known as the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, will be filed against Achas, said.

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nearly hit his toe with a screwdriver when he heard Arianne asking “What’s this?” He told us he was sure Arianne spoke because they were the only two people in the room. Arianne’s memory of that piano recital two years ago convinced her parents to enroll her in Clazzitals a week after the incident. She goes to practice twice a week and practices on the Yamaha piano at home whenever the mood hits her. Arianne shares her father Ed’s passion for playing the

Monday, June 10, 2019 piano. More tales about Arianne: Her favorite line is “I want mama happy.” Maybe in her innocence she wants to see her Mama smile a lot. She is a sweetheart to everyone especially her cousins Kuya Sam, Ate Tating and Jacob. She is always shielded with our love and attention and now that she is 10 years old she is taught what life could be outside home and school and she is a fast learner. She adapts immediately and we teach her life skills daily so she can become independent. If I may ask, where are we now as a society in dealing with people like Arianne? I learned that there are already schools or therapy centers that can handle autism cases and I expect there would be more of them in the future. I salute Mayor Oscar Moreno, the City Social Welfare Office and the local Department of Education (DepEd) for directly addressing the problem. Years ago, I would invite the group of Mrs. Bobo Abellanosa and Mrs. Layug with the special education teacher at City Central and discuss these issues and matters on autism to create public awareness. I never thought I would be dealing with this later in life. But I think much work remains to level up public awareness and education on caring for children with autism. I remembered the time when I was with Arianne at a mall and she kept making noise about something she wanted, repeating it enough that she caused a scene and attracted a lot of people’s attention. In the US there are people trained to handle children with special needs. The funny thing though is that her English advantage is sometimes our disadvantage. I tell you this, while we were at Cogon market to buy fruits and vegetables the vendors would raise the prices every time they hear Arianne speak in English. They assume of course that we were loaded with dollars. Still today, Friday afternoon, Arianne gets her chance to showcase her talent and appreciation of music to an audience. I have a gut feel that she can do it and this is only the beginning. Whatever happens, Arianne is my granddaughter and nothing changes that. (For questions and comments, email me at susanap.dennus@yahoo. com)

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400.00 to Php 1, 700.00 each depending on the size of the mat. These are displayed at BigHoop Charities, Inc. – a Non-Government Organization and Negosyo Center in Talakag, Bukidnon. With the mat innovation training, local weavers can now display their products at Trade Fairs and in some events in the municipality such as fiesta and farmer’s

Child protection and bullying By CORAZON A. ESTOR Bobontugan Elementary School

Every person has the right to be protected against violence and abuse, and your children are no exception. As parents, you do all that you can to shelter and keep your children safe from harm. But it is a matter of time before these children grow, and you will no longer be able to keep a watchful eye on them all day. Such is the case when they begin to go to school. It is for this reason that the anti-bullying act has been established by the Philippine government. Among the biggest fears of parents, and one of the reasons why many consider home-schooling, is that their children might be bullied while within school premises. Sadly, such cases do occur, both in the Elementary and

in High School, and even in College. As of 2013, with the implementation of the anti-bullying act, schools have become better able to protect their pupils/ students against an act of abuse from their peers. Below are some of the laws on children and on bullying: · Republic Act 10627 (Anti-bullying Act of 2013) – Signed into a law in September 2013this seeks to prevent and address bullying in Elementary and Secondary schools. · Child Protection Policy – DepEd Order No. 40, Series of 2012 institutionalized Zero Tolerance against any form of violence against the child and provided for the establishment of a Child Protection Committee (CPC) in all public and private schools.

· Republic Act 7610 (1992) or the Anti-Child Abuse Law – RA 7610 r the Special Protection of Children against abuse, exploitation and discrimination. Act provides special protection to children from all forms of abuse, neglect, cruelty, exploitation and discrimination. · Presidential Decree No. 603 – The child and youth welfare code or PD No. 603 was signed in 1974 by then President Ferdinand Marcos. It states the importance of the child, his rights and responsibilities as well as the role that the state, school and his parents play in promoting his general welfare. · Republic Act No. 9344 or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 by then President Gloria MacapagalArroyo.

Educate special needs of students By PEDRITA E. OCLARIT, Teacher 3 Mantangale National High School Balingoan, Misamis Oriental

Learning disability impact the way the students are able to process and understand information. An ideal teachers must understand that students with special needs such as learning disabilities needs to be taught differently or need some accommodations to enhance the learning environment. Not everyone learns it the same way. For students with special needs, maintain a healthy balance of structure and unstructured processes is important. Hearing instructions or following directions can be made difficult. As

all children learn different ways, it is important to make every lesson as multi-sensory as possible. Students with learning disabilities might have difficulty in one area, while they might excel in another. It is also necessary to make your lesson plan creative and students with special needs will appreciated the opportunity to use their imagination or try something new. Teaching special needs children can be stressful and paper work can make even the most cheerful people grumble a bit. But there are moments that can make the job very

day and were even exported to other countries. “Kini ilang mga products, ang gapamalit ani dili lang mga locals, apil na usab ang mga foreigners nga mubisita diri sa amo”, Lyzle Munalem, livelihood coordinator of BigHoop Charities stressed. In December 2017, two (2) months after the training, 2 round mats of Ms. Molina were sold to Ms. Jessica Robertson, a foreigner who visited the area during the 6th Foundation Day of Project Kasaligan. “Dako kayo among pasalamat sa DOST sa paghatag kanamo ani nga training diin mas nadugangan pa ang among kahibalo dili lang sa pagbuhat ug mga traditional nga mat gamit lamang ang tikog ug sudsud”. Molina said. For the women weavers in Talakag, Bukidnon, CEST is not just a DOST project that taught them to weave mats but empowered them to achieve their dreams of a brighter tomorrow. (Sunshine B. Dayagbil, DOST-X) About DOST-X The Department of Science and Technology – Region X (DOST-X) envisions to be an effective and competent catalyst of inclusive development by providing world class and innovative Science & Technology services in Region X. Contact: Ms. Julie Anne

H. Baculio, Science Research Specialist I (julieannehonungan@gmail.com, 0917-709-3706)

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place would walk for two to three kilometers to get to school. Their parents are farmers who are trying to make both ends meet just to send their children to school,” Asok said. Malibato is around 20 kilometers or an hour drive from the downtown of Manticao. Although it is accessible with four-wheel vehicles, motorcycle or “habal-habal” is the main transportation, especially to the teachers, in going to the area. Grade-4 pupil Albert said he is happy to receive the new pair of slippers. Buying a pair of new slippers is not their priority, he said, because they prefer to buy foods for the family. “I have six siblings. My parents need to buy a lot of food for us not to get hungry,” Albert said. Cresencio Estremos, the Duterte-look alike of Manticao, joined the outreach program. He said he wanted to see by himself how the place was developed. “I’ve been here many years ago, the road was so bad. Good thing it has been

rewarding. If you have the right attitude, understanding and are willing to put in the work, you are well on your way to work in this demanding but gratifying career. It can be challenging to select instructional materials and methods which will enrich students’ learning. The key is first understand the needs of every students. In particular, all teachers need to understand how to provide for students with special needs. “There is nothing satisfying than watching a children learn something new and the way it changes their self-esteem and confidence,” Escallier says. develop although there are parts that it still needs to work on,” Estremos said. “I also wanted to see how the children react if they see me, if they recognize our president,” he added. Estremos has been recognized here and abroad for being a look-alike to President Rodrigo Duterte. He has been invited to appear in several events just to wave and pose the famous pose of the president. “Good thing they recognize our president. They shouted ‘Duterte!’ when they saw me,” Estremos said.

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“He was brought to Wao District Hospital for medical treatment,” Mukaram said. The seized drugs has an estimated market value of 6.8 million pesos based on the estimate of the PDEA. Operatives have also seized the buybust money, assorted identification cards and other non drug evidence including one unit of KIA Picanto, color blue with plate number ZFN 679. The suspects and the evidences were brought to PDEA BARMM office in Cotabato for proper disposition.

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CEST: Empowering Women on Round Mat Production “Bisag kuti ang pagbuhat ani (round mat) proud kayo mi sa among nahimo ug nakat-unan human sa training” – curving a sweet smile, Ms. Molina Bayug uttered these words after the 3-day training on Mat Weaving in Talakag, Bukidnon. Molina was one of the weavers who attended the training on the innovation on Mat Weaving. With her eagerness to learn, she weaved her own designed round mat made of “tikog” (Sagittaria sagittifolia Linn.) and “sudsud” (Juncus fistulosus Guss.) which were provided to them. For Molina, weaving is her means to earn a living. She had started weaving mats more than 5 years ago. Traditional mats are the only products they have before, which were sold from Php 137.00 per span (known as “dangaw”). These mats, commonly known as “banig” were sold house to house around their community since they do not have a permanent display area. From weaving and selling mats, Molina able to support the needs of her family including sending her 3 children to school.

“Kami nalipay gayod nga niabot ang tabang sa DOST kay kung wala pa dili mi makakat-on og buhat ug uban pang mga produkto nga mas nindot pa sa among naandan”, Molina said. With the project entitled, “Innovation on Mat Weaving: A Project Kasaligan for the Women of Talakag, Bukidnon” under the Community Empowerment thru Science and Technology (CEST) program of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) - X through PSTC - Bukidnon, Molina along with the local women weavers were equipped with the new innovation on mat weaving. The women weavers were able to enhance the mat designs and produced globally competitive and marketable products. Aside from mats, they learned to weave bags, placemats, hats, among others. A total of 20 housewives attended the training which five (5) were Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from the Marawi siege. The woven products of Molina and other weavers are now sold from Php Ms. Molina Bayug with the Round Mats of various sizes produced by the weavers are being See WOMEN, page 11

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