Ang Tanglaw Second Issue

From a Small Acorn to a Mighty Oak:
PSB celebrates two decades of excellent education
by Dawn Cyrill B. Aldave and Kim Tracey R. Ladaga
A famous quote by anonymous states that “Even the mighty
oak starts as a small acorn.”
Philippine School (Bahrain) celebrated its 20th Founding Anniversary last December 17 with the theme: “Once a Dream,
Now a Reality: 20 years of excellent Philippine education.” Parents, families, and
friends witnessed various excellent performances that the students had to offer.
The celebration started with a parade of students and their teachers. With
Mr. Ronneil U. Vergara and Mrs. Jacquelyn Docaiso as the emcees, the program
started with a community prayer led by Ms.
Fahad Al Doseri and Mr. Virgilio Sevilla...
Students from the Elementary School perform their Spanish-inspired dance.
see page 4
PSB ranks 2nd runner-up in 1 2 t h O K O R C o m p e t i t i o n
by Wrenz Luwi M. Ouano
PSB celebrated another victory as it competed in the 12th MEAR
Rizal Youth Inter-School Academic Talent & Skills Competition, held
in the Ramada Palace Hotel in Manama, Bahrain, on October 3 – 5.
Reigh Tristan Manuel & Eugenie
Marie Pranada both from IV-Mapagkawanggawa competed in the search for
Young Jose Rizal & Young Maria Clara respectively, both winning trophies for placing 3rd Runner-Up. Julie Ann Asuncion (IV
– Mapagkawanggawa) won 1st RunnerUp in the Essay Writing Contest - Filipino
category while Wrenz Luwi Ouano (9 –
Makatarungan) won 2nd Runner-Up in the
Essay Writing Contest - English category.
Hans Norbert Navarro (IV – Mapagkawanggawa) & Wrenz Luwi Ouano competed
in the Battle of the Brains competition
and won 4th Runner-Up. Ma. Carmella
Solido (9 – Makatarungan) & Renato
Miguel Tabinas (8 – Masinop) competed
in the On-the-Spot Painting Contest.
Top picture: PSB Falcons Team & Supporters pose on stage after the proclamation of winners;
Bottom Left: PSB’s Young Jose Rizal and Young Maria Clara
Bottom Right: PSB’s Battle of the Brains contestants
The audiences were left astounded
by the different talents displayed by the
participants not only from Bahrain, but also
from the other countries. At the end of the
competition, Philippine School Bahrain won
2nd Runner-Up in the overall standing. #
Ang Tanglaw
Editorial Board and Staff
2014-2015
Editor-in-Chief Ella Jemimah T. Omapoy
Associate Daud Jalel M. Macapundag
Editors
Wrenz Luwi M. Ouano
Managing
Hans Norbert B. Navarro
Editor
Kim Tracey R. Ladaga
Section Editor
Layout Editor
Louise Althea G. Acosta
Brentt Russel R. Nerves
Dawn Cyrill B. Aldave
Grant Abriel R. Amandy
Evangeline Neal P. Sales
Hannah T. Roa
Layout Artist
Jovianne A. Francisco
Photojournalists Rian Gabrielle A. Sablan
Arkiel G. Ventican
News Writers
Cartoonists
Angeluz O. Padua
David Isaiah D. Tiongson
Elementary Writers
John Benedict M. Alianza
Darvesh Jed M. Macapundag
Patrick LG V. Caluza
Jasmin Arabella R. Banhaon
Zahra P. Reyes
Bon Jasmin A. Framil
Claire Alphonsine F. Cabading
Vanessa H. Flores
Kaye M. Figueroa
Andrea Jasmin B. Navarro
Mrs. Melinda C. Darangan
Mrs. Lina H. Al-Hariri
Elementary School Coordinators
Mr. Ronneil U. Vergara
Moderator
by Angeluz O. Padua
Consultants
EDITORIAL
PSB’S 20th Founding Anniversary
Anatole France once said,
“To accomplish great things, we
must not only act, but also dream;
not only plan, but also believe.”
PSB was once a dream. But that
dream is now a reality. Congratulations!
PSB made the dream into a reality. Students and alumni are grateful for the service that this institution provides to the
Filipinos in Bahrain. Since the day it started its operation, its goal is a continuous
endeavor to provide excellence in molding the students to be better individuals
and the courage to face a brighter future.
Continuous growth of student population every year fairs dramatically with
the excellent education that PSB provides
to the Filipinos in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
The celebration of PSB’s 20th
Founding Anniversary was festive
and exceptional. It showcased different
talents of students in dancing, singing, and creative arts.
However, it was not only limited to students and parents. Other members of
the Filipino community also participated in the grand occasion. It was a fun
and joyous event for all. In this Platinum Year of PSB, we celebrated the
achievements that were imprinted in 20
years of PSB history. It was also a day
to look forward for things yet to come.
We also acknowledge and thank
the founders, pioneer employees and
other members of the Filipino community who took part in the organization
and establishment of the school, the
only Philippine School here in Bahrain.
Philippine School (Bahrain) is history in the making. As the school embarks on the years ahead, we hope for
more achievements and successes.
“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” – Henry Ford
Ms. Gydabelle B. Naval
Elementary Principal
Dr. Ferdinand J. Epoc
High School Principal
Dr. Geronimo R. Salem
School Director
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Bridges
If one day, we wake up in a world
where we have no nature to live on,
no food, no water left for our consuming, no resources left to use, the only
reason we can point at is ourselves.
The ability of the Earth to sustain its resources not only for the present generation but also for generations to come has been questioned
for many years already. Most of the resources we use today are non-renewable
and will easily be exhausted over time.
This is where sustainable development comes in. It allows us to look at a
perspective where we do not question the
ability of the Earth and its resources, but we
question the present generation, “Are we
using Earth’s resources in a way that our
descendants can have a chance to benefit
from it, the same way we are doing now?”
We need not end up at a sorry
condition where resources are totally
depleted, because there is an alternative. Ted Nugent said, “Use your lives
wisely, my friends, and conserve these
precious freedoms for future generations.” Stop for a moment and enjoy
what nature has given to us. Look at
the beauty handed down from generation to generation, and think, someday,
our descendants will look at the world
we left them, and they will wonder what
we contributed to the magnificent Earth.
Through this, I urge everyone to
start making a difference. Let us all take
steps towards our goal. Conserve the
riches our Mother Earth has blessed us
with. Think of our children who will live in
this very same planet. Let us all start saving our world, not only for us, but also for
what is yet to come, for we are the bridges
of the past, the present, and the future. #
Five Nights at Freddy’s Live. Die. Repeat.
As you know, many gamers have
been downloading the blockbuster
game, Five Nights at Freddy’s. The
game enables you to patrol the grounds
of Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza during the
hours of 12MN to 6AM. The objective
is to defend yourself from the haunted
raging animatronics by the names of
Freddy Fazbear, Bonnie the Bunny,
Chica the Chicken, Foxy the Pirate &
the hidden animatronic; Golden Freddy
with the original name of Yellow Bear.
The game has a very deep story, that you, yourself must discover. It
all began when you, the player, made
these animatronics. However, because
the main character’s actions, he stuffed
five children inside these animatronics
because of anger. This resulted into the
animatronics being haunted and left to
haunt you for stuffing them. This game
has a sequel – Five Nights at Freddy’s
2, with another story for you to discover.
To sum this all up, Foxy the Pirate’s
my favourite character because he sides
with the player. He appears as one of the
rampaging animatronics but actually he
only runs to the office for safety. However,
Foxy did not know that the player’s hiding
inside the office. This results into a jump
scare that really didn’t mean to scare you.
Alright, enough chit-chat. This game
for me has an outstanding rating of 9.3/10.
This game is downloadable through iOS or
Android, and for PC too. Happy playing! #
Have you ever dreamed of having a reset button for the day? Have you
ever fantasized about undoing something you wished you didn’t do? Doug
Liman brings your wildest imagination to
life in his movie, Edge of Tomorrow. The
film takes place in the near future when
aliens invade Earth and defeated the
world’s armies. It follows the shipment
of Major William Cage, a public relations
officer inexperienced in combat. Though
Cage is killed in minutes, he finds himself starting over in a time loop, repeating the same mission and being killed.
In these days when sci-fi movies are
getting more common, it is a challenge
for the directors to put something new.
Aliens and time travel are no strangers to
us. Doug and his team made an excellent
piece on the drawing board by enveloping that core with a smart and unique
approach. I thought this was just another
alien movie with the usual guns, explosions and horrible things pouncing on
people plot. The whole film got me eating
my words because of its interesting and
unexpected turn of events. It is unlike any
other films because it drifted away from
the usual stereotypes and broke a strain
of been-there blockbusters. Tom Cruise
still proves to be one of Hollywood’s top
actors and Emily Blunt proves throughout that women can be as tough as men.
Overall, the movie is outstanding. If you are looking for something
to watch on this night, this is undoubtedly one of the rare films that will
keep you captivated from beginning to
end. I recomment this 10 out of 10. #
(c) Zainab Abdulrasool
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Throwback: Ancient Greece and Rome
by Evangeline Neal P. Sales
Themed Greek and Roman
gods and goddesses, the three sections of the Grade 9 students dazzled
marvelously as they portrayed their
roles for their musical play project.
All month long, they toiled hard
in practicing lines, hand making props
and
producing
resplendent
backdrops. Audience from Grade 7, 8, and
Fourth Year students all commented
that the three plays were wonderful and
each had their own unique storylines.
All were entranced as scenes enfolded in front of them, swishes of colorful fabric were seen as dancing were
involved, some were raptured by powerful singing voices, and others laughed,
some even touched by the superb acting.
One student dubbed “It is no
doubt that the artistic and creative
Grade 9 students brought their A games
and laid everything on the table. One
thing is for certain that the Grade 9 students had their work cut out in front
of them as they were now known, undeniably, very talented students.” #
Grade 9 students portraying Greek and
Roman gods and goddesses.
Two decades of excellent education celebrate at PSB...
from page 1
It was followed by the singing of the National Anthems led by
the PSB Banyuhay Performing Arts.
Dr. Ferdinand J. Epoc, HS principal,
opened the program with a warm welcoming message. Likewise, school director
Dr. Geronimo R. Salem, Jr., gave his inspirational message highlighting on the development and role of PSB in the kingdom.
Meanwhile, production numbers
presenting the journey of PSB in 20
years were performed by the students
and teachers and other members of
the Filipino community. To add a festive
atmosphere, there were stalls that offered food and boutiques for everyone.
There were competitions involving not only the students but parents as well from the different clusters.
Science and Math Centrum
exhibits students’ artistry
by Brentt Russel R. Nerves
The different clusters competed in
the following contests: Mini-Me, Family
Showdown, Logo Making, Music Video,
Lantern making and The Voice Finals.
School Director Dr. Geronimo R.
Salem Jr. said in his speech “Twenty
years is a long time, but this is not where
it ends, our school continues to grow
and progress, just as it has done in the
last 20 years. This year is a beautiful reminder of that. With 20 years written
down, PSB hopes for the best for the
years to come. With the theme “Once
a Dream, Now a Reality!” Philippine
School (Bahrain) has not reached the end
of its journey, but has simply begun.” #
Student exploring the microscope.
Young HS men and women but with great minds exhibited their ingenuity in this year’s Planetarium of the Sci-Math Centrum.
According to Mizzy Rosaldes, an officer of the Math Club, to
pull off the planetarium look, the
team used some Christmas lights
drawn from the storage room.
“We also bought some glow
in the dark figurines, a black light,
and a spot light. It took us about
three days to complete the set-up.”
KG Pupils gracefully dance to a Hawaiian song.
Before the students could explore
the exhibit, they had to watch a video
from YouTuber Hybrid Librarian entitled
Deep Sea’s 10 Most Amazing Creatures.
The attractions were Oobleck, Toothpick Dilemma, I Dare You, Tangrams,
Defying Gravity, Cup stacking, Flipgram,
Loop the Loop, and Under the Sea. #
Walk for a Cause III raises funds for additional IMs
by Ella Jemimah T. Omapoy
Dubbed as Walk for a Cause
III with the theme “PSB at 20 Years of
Excellent Education,” the Philippine
School (Bahrain) held its 5.4 km charity walk event on November 28, Friday
at the Bahrain International Circuit.
If last year the Walk for a Cause
II was intended to raise funds to support the victims struck by Typhoon Haiyan, this year the proceeds will be used
to purchase some instructional materials
for the school children so that they will
be more inspired in learning their lesson.
Registration was opened at 7:00
am. The walk commenced at 7:30 am
with Zumba warm-up drill led by Ms.
Grace Ringor from the Fitness First.
Approximately 2000 participants
which included students, parents,
teachers and guests walked the 5.4 kilometers (3.4 miles) Formula One race
track with a singular objective to raise
funds for the benefits of PSB students.
A registration fee of BD 2.5 was
charged and a t-shirt that was given to
each participant whichserved as gate pass
to the venue. There were stalls in the venue that sold snacks for the participants.
LED TVs to strengthen
teaching and learning
experience
by Hannah T. Roa
Twelve brand new 48” Samsung
LED TVs were installed in the classrooms
of the RCA Building on October 23.
In an interview School Director Dr.
Geronimo R. Salem said that the students deserve the best. “The instructional resource provides compact educational tools that allow great flexibility in
teaching and learning,” he further said.
“I encourage the students to take
care of the newly-bought materials so
that other students will also make use
of them in the future. Thus, sense of
accountability and utmost care of the
classroom technology must be established so that it serves its purpose
and would be beneficial to all users.”
The classrooms were provided
with the Guidelines of the Utilization of the Classroom Televisions.
The school will buy more LED
TVs to maximize the learning experience of the students in the near future.
Finally, Dr. Salem said “We ask
the students to take care of the school
facilities. We have to make use of the
benefits that our school offers.” #
Philippine community joins the 5.4km track.
After
the
walk,
students
from
different
year
levels
performed incredible dance routines.
Couples
for
the
Filipino
participated
Christ
(CFC)
were
organizations
that
the
walk-a-thon.
Mr. Bobby Calimoso was the Event
Coordinator for the whole runs of the
Walk for a Cause. Mr. Jasim Ebrahim, the
Manager of Sporting Events in the BIC,
generally assisted PSB in the events.
Kristine Grace Reyes, Ms. Philippines-Bahrain 2014, led the presence of
the PSB Alumni. Major sponsors were BFC,
VIVA, Zayani Motors, Chevron, and DHL.
Bahrain Ilokano Group (BIG),
Katalingban ng mga Ilonggo sa Bahrain (KIB), United Bikolanos in Bahrain
(UBB), United Architect of the Philippines (UAP), Philippine Institute of Civil
Engineers (PICE), Order of the Knights
of Rizal (OKOR), 7th Day Adventist
Community, Jesus Is Alive Community,
Finally, Dr. Geronimo Salem Jr.,
PSB school director, said “This Walk for a
Cause III was a great success. Everyone
who attended sacrificed the morning of
their weekend just to attend this event. I
thanked everyone who participated in this
exciting morning exercise and gathering
of Filipinos in the Kingdom of Bahrain.” #
PSB facilitates college review classes
by Hans Norbert B. Navarro
The Philippine School (Bahrain), in its effort to upgrade student
development,
conducted
College
Entrance Examination Review sessions to provide the seniors adequate
preparation for college admission.
The mock test aimed to assess
how effective was the teaching and
learning materials used. It was composed of a total of 255 items which
was
subdivided
into
components
namely Abstract Reasoning, Mathematics, Science, English and Filipino.
Fifty-two senior students, 45
from Philippine School (Bahrain), 3
from Sacred Heart School, 3 from AMA
and 1 from Khawla Secondary Girls
School attended the review classes.
In an interview with the coordinator of the program, Mr. Glenn D. Raz,
HS Guidance Counselor said “While
the simulated exam does not represent
one’s performance in the actual test,
it is one way to determine the areas of
strengths and weaknesses of a student.”
The Review Program covered
subjects such as Abstract Reasoning,
Filipino, English, Science and Math. It
ended on October 24 with the mock test.
The universities which conducted
their entrance examinations were University of the Philippines, University of Santo
Tomas and Mapua Institute of Technology. #
Cortez champions in speech tilt
by Brentt Russel R. Nerves
JF Nichols G. Cortez, Grade
7 – Mapagkakatiwalaan, emerged
as the champion in the Al-Hekma International School speech competition on November 3, 2014 with his
speech on sustainable development.
Each contestant was asked to write
a speech in reference to 8 preselected topics concerning the world’s current issues.
According to Rence Pachoco, one
of the school’s representatives to the contest, “It was indeed an opportunity to learn
and to improve our public speaking skills,
which we know will be of use in the later
years of our lives.” Other students who
also took part in the contest were Eula
Carrera, Luwi Ouano, and James Elloso. #
PSB celebrates Bahraini Women’s Day
by Andrea Jasmin B. Navarro
Grade 6 students present
fraction parody contest
by Patrick LG V. Calluza
This contest was held in the library on the last week of September.
This contest was held to create an
easier way to understand and solve
fractions with the use of a song parody.
The Fraction Parody Contest was conducted by presenting it in front of the
entire Grade 6 with their advisers and
other subject teachers in the library.
Bahraini Women working in PSB slice the cake after the celebration of Bahraini Women’s Day.
In recognition to all Bahraini
women working in PSB, students
from LKG all the way up to the Fourth
Year High School participated in the
program to celebrate the Bahrain
Women’s Day last December 1, 2014.
The program was hosted by Eugenie Marie A. Pranada and JF Nichols Cortez. Short speeches were
given by the Bahraini female employees, SC President Mycah Daniella
S.
Valencia,
dent
Nathan
and
Isaiah
BP
B.
PresiSevilla.
The
Bahraini
teachers
were
given gifts and thank you messages to show the school’s appreciation to their valuable contributions.
The looks of glee and affection of
our Bahraini employees surely brought
smiles upon everyone’s faces that day. #
Munting
Tinig
finalists
showcase talent in singing
by Kaye M. Figueroa
There were 2 winners in each
section. The winners for the Matulungin
class were Groups 2 & 3. In group 2, the
members were Patrick Caluza, Marc
Agaceta, Jasmine Arabella Banhaon,
Chime Rosaldes, Zahra Reyes, Andrea
Jasmin Navarro, and Claire Alphonsine
Cabading. In Group 3, the members
were Juan Rodrigo Cleofas, Nathan Sevilla, Darvesh Jed Macapundag, Prem
Basnet, Rhica Lhei Miranda, Trishya
Bathel Agcaoili, and Liyette Abriel
Amandy. The winners for the Masunurin
class were Groups 3 & 4. In group 3,
the members were Krizal Audrey Muyot, Loisse Bo, Hassan Madan, Eardley
Gunawardana, Huda Althawadi, and Althawadi. In group 4, the members were
Bernadette Pachoco, Ayesha Morales,
James Ivan David, Allen Dave Cuanan,
Kyle Marie Balajadia, and Euries Imperial. The winners for the Marangal
class were Groups 4 & 5. In group 4,
the members were Elmo Abad, Cyrus
Vinarao, Fatima Cayanan, Julia Frilles,
and Frank Cheska Murao. In group 5,
the members were Rolando Graciano
Magbitang, Kyla Reyes, Justinne Marie
Balintaculo, Genesis Basa, Dean Lawrence Salameda, and Cheska Matula. It
benefited most of the students in their
studies mainly on fractions. “It was a
great contest” said one of the students. #
the KG, followed by the Primary grade
pupils, then the Intermediate. The parents of the contestants attended to
show their support for their children.
The winners pose with the Board of Judges in the Munting Tinig finals.
The Munting Tinig Grand Finals
was held last November 23, 2014 at the
PSB Courtyard at 8:30 AM- 11:00 AM.
The Grand Finals were judged
by Mr. Glenn Raz, Ms. Melonie Zumarraga and Mrs. Grace Macaraig. The
Batasang Pambata officers were there
to assist the KG pupils. The program started with presentations. After
which, the finalists started to show their
amazing talents in singing. The audience cheered vibrantly for their classmates and favorites in the contests.
The first to sing in the contests were
The winners of the KG Department
were, Jenne Claire Bugayong as the 3rd
placer, Clarrise Ramiro as the 2nd placer,
and Mariam Sameer as the Champion.
The winners of the Primary Grades Department were, Omar Nabeel Yusuf Abdulla as the 3rd placer, Joaqui Matthew
Reantaso as the 2nd placer, and Ian Matthew Cineta as the Champion. The winners of the Intermediate Department were,
Arla Salma Cañada as the 3rd placer, Ivy
Ramiro as the 2nd placer, and Nathania
Althea Ocampo as the Champion. The finals ended up cheerfully and successfully.
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The
Batasang
superheaded
the
Pambaevent.
#
D a m a t h
by Darvesh Jed M. Macapundag
Elementary students honor Bahrain Independence Day
by John Benedict Alianza
Students from different levels
concentrate in DaMath Competition.
Damath is a game where the
objective is to achieve more points
than the opponent. The game will
end when all of the pieces of one side
have been eaten. The winner will be
decided through the number of points
gained. So even if all your pieces
have been eaten, you can still win.
If one of your pieces has gone to
the other side of the board, it will be considered as a “Dama”. This piece rather
than only moving only one tile can move
more than one square. If you used a
Dama to eat, the score will be doubled.
Here in PSB, the intermediate
grades pupils had a Damath competition in the Elementary School
building’s Library. The contest was
by level. It was conducted during the
Sci-Math culminating activity of the
Intermediate
Grades
department.
“The contest went well. It was
quiet so that the contestants could concentrate while playing. They also had
a break in between to eat their lunch
and refresh their minds,” said a teacher. In the end the winners were given
rewards during the UN Culminating
activity/2nd Grading Achiever’s day. #
The kindergarten pupils parade as they celebrate Bahrain Independece Day.
Independence: It is a symbol of
a country’s pride. That is why we celebrated Independence Day in our country and in others. Here in Bahrain, the
local citizens together with different
organizations, agencies and communities also celebrated this day with joy
and excitement. Likewise, in PSB, we
commemorated this event happily with
our Bahraini friends through various
learning-filled programs and activities.
On December 14, 2014, the
school crafted a learning program which
explained the reason and the importance
of celebrating this event. It started off
with the singing of the National Anthems.
After that, Ms. Kameela Adnan explained
the rationale and message of this event,
the celebration of the independence
of this beautiful country. After this momentous activity, students continued
with the fun-filled activities through
various carnival rides and fun games.
Through the support of the school
administration, student body and different working committees, the event
turned out to be memorable and successful. The students enjoyed the different rides like the Train, Camel riding,
etc. They also invited local traders who
also sold different goods like cotton
candy, sweet popcorn, and others. #
Elementary school celebrates English Month 2014
By Claire Alphonsine F. Cabading
This
year’s English Month introduced new educational activities such as
Swap a Book campaign, Character Parade, and more. The theme for this year’s
English Month was “Hope is in Reading.”
Finally the Intermediate Department celebrated with yet another parade, this time filled with fairies, princesses, superheroes, and many more.
Students also wore costumes designed with their favorite book covers.
Overall, this year’s English Month
Celebration was a major success. #
The Kindergarten department celebrated the English Month with fun-filled
activities. One of them was the Character
Book Parade. The pupils wore their favourite book’s cover. They had parent storytellers on “Read Me a Story Program.”
For the Primary Grades, they
celebrated
by
having
classroom
based contests such as poem recitation, Story Character Recycled Dress
Up, Day and Mini Play, Spelling Bee,
and Make Your Own Story contest.
Elementary students wear costume designed with their favorite book covers.
PSB students enjoy various Science & Math activities
by Vanessa H. Flores
The Sci-Math Month’s Culminating Activity was a successful event.
PSB celebrates this event to remind students how useful and important Math and Science can be to their
lives. In this remarkable event which
happened on the last week of September, a program was held in the
morning wherein chosen students performed Fraction and Science Parodies.
After that, DaMath participants
were called to participate on their activity. While the other intermediate students accomplished different group
based activities that were prepared by
the teachers. Those activities include stations like the Toothpick Challenge, Fraction Station, Body System Clay Modeling
and many more. While the intermediate department were celebrating, the
Primary Department as well as the KG
department had their mind set on their
Primary students participating in a classroom-based quiz bee.
activities. The KG department had the
following activities: A Little Star Scientist, Little Math Wizard, and the
“Community Helper’s Day”, in which
the teachers invited actual community helpers as resource speakers.
The primary department had Science
and Math Spelling Bee and Quiz Bee.
The Awarding Ceremony was done in
the courtyard when all the contents were
completed. The event was a great success which students enjoyed very much. #
Feeding the world, caring for the Earth Give love on
by Zahra P. Reyes
UN was celebrated by the KG
department by having some classroombased activities like Food Festival, Food
Kiosk, Parade of Nations and Drawing and
Coloring Contest. The foods they had in the
Food Kiosk were Chinese cuisine, Pagkaing Pinoy, French food, Sweets of the Nations, A Taste of Italy, and American food.
Primary grades department also had
some fun and exciting classroom-based
activities like Paperdoll Making, Flag
Making, Costume Contest, Spelling, Quiz
Bee, Dress-a-doll Contest, Essay Writing
Contest, Talent show, Flag Parade, Poem
recitation, Slogan making, Poster Making,
Lettering of theme, and Logo Drawing.
Intermediate
Department
also had cool and exciting activities like Quiz Bee, Dance presentation, and Poster Painting contest.
These activities aimed to raise
conciousness in the care for the environment. It also highlighted different
national dances representing different
countries. The UN celebration left meaningful messages to the students for
them to carry for the rest of their lives. #
Christmas Day
by John Benedict M. Alianza
Christmas
is the day of joy,
happiness, and relaxation. It is during the month of December where
kids are enjoying the most, and parents getting stressed to buy things
for their children. Is this the essence
of Christmas, is this what Christ has
taught us over the years? No. It is not.
In all places of the world, we all
celebrate Christmas. It may be in another form, but the spirit of Christmas is there nonetheless. This is what
keeps the unity among students in our
school. What lies beyond this event
is a much greater treasure, vacation.
In this season, we meet each other’s family and we exchange our gifts
with our friends. We become happy and
prepared for the weeks without them. #
Students perform a number to celebrate the United Nations.