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#15 Ilang Dist., San Carlos City, Pangasinan Tel. No.: (075) 634-1657 Facebook Page: San Carlos Preparatory School JULY—NOVEMBER 2018

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 JHEREMY SORIANO

During “Bagyong Ompong”, majority of the barangays in San Carlos City, Pangasinan experienced
flooding. The Vice-President of San Carlos Preparatory School (SCPS), together with the Student Government
Organization (SGO) and Pupil Government Organization (PGO), donated canned goods and clothes to the City
Mayor’s Office for the typhoon victims of San Carlos City last September 14, 2018.
Many of our “kabaleyans” Management Office (CDRRMO) has donations. A good heart will always
suffered a lot due to an excessive been in red alert due to the situation. be willing to give a hand. This proves Pangasinan, Officialy
flooding caused by the heavy rains In order to help the barangays recover that San Carlenians truly deserve to be Declared “Malaria-free”
brought by “Bagyong Ompong,” from the massive flooding, CDRRMO called “amputi-layag” (courageous)
 JANELLE CASTAÑEDA
including Barangay Ilang where the sought help and San Carlos for going the extra miles to help other
school is located. Preparatory School offered a helping people. This is a living proof of The Department of Health
hand. Filipino resiliency in every disaster we along with the World Health
San Carlos City has been
have encountered. Organization declared the
announced under State of Calamity CDRRMO representatives
province of Pangasinan as
and the City Disaster Risk Reduction went to SCPS to receive the
“malaria-free” with no records in
5 years (2012-2017) last October
9, 2018.

“
Ang pagpapanatili ng
magandang kalusugan ng ating mga
 REGGIE MENOR
kababayan ay nagbunga ng ating
Two people finally bagged the 1.18 Billion Pesos cash prize; winning the Ultra Lotto 6/58 pagiging malaria-free province”, said
jackpot on Sunday night, October 14, 2018 at around 9:35 in the evening. Governor Amado Espino III during the
The Philippine Charity by PCSO. presentation award held last October 1,
Sweepstakes Organization (PCSO) The single biggest jackpot 2018- at the Capitol Plaza, Lingayen,
announced that the winning bets were prize winner in the PCSO lotto draws Pangasinan.
placed at the Lucky Circle outlet in is still the “balikbayan” who won over NEWS: JUMP TO PAGE 02
Legazpi City in Albay and lotto P741 million in the Grand Lotto 6/55
station located at Barangay H. when he placed his winning bet in Quake-Tsunami Death Toll in
Borongan in Eastern Samar. Two Subic Bay in November 2010. Math Indonesia Jumps to 1,944
bettors correctly guessed the winning experts and analysts say there are over
combination of 40-50-37-25-01-45 40 million possible number  EARL EMMANUEL DADACAY
The other winner of the P1.18 and they will share the PHP combinations in the 6/58 Ultra Lotto
billion jackpot, described as a 30-year old 1,180,622,508 jackpot, taxable with and a bettor who places one bet only Death toll almost reached
male nurse working part-time in a medical
facility in Albay province, pose behind a 20% of the cash prize. The jackpot has 0.00000274 percent chance of 2,000 in Palu and Donggala on the
banner to hide his identity during the draw on Sunday night was the biggest guessing the right number Sulawesi Island in Indonesia that
handing over of his Land Bank of the was hit by the tsunami and a 7.5
Philippines cheque for more than P472 in lotto history. combination.
million, with PCSO general manager magnitude (Richter scale)
Alexander Balutan, and PCSO deputy Meanwhile, 100 bettors hit the Despite the slim odds, long earthquake that triggered the
spokesperson Florante "Bong" Solmerin at jackpot when they got five (5) correct lines have been observed at lotto tsunami. More than 3,000 houses
the PCSO head office in Mandaluyong City numbers of the winning combination, outlets nationwide as Filipinos have
yesterday afternoon. were damaged last September 28,
earning them PHP 169,930 each, been mesmerized by the chance of 2018.
SOURCE: PhilStar
according to the draw result released becoming a billionaire overnight.
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Philippines Assured of a Seat in United Nations Human Rights Body

 ROXANNE ABELLON
Despite the opposition from an international human rights organization, the Philippines is one of the eighteen countries that vied without
opposition for the seat which was left vacant this year. One of the members will end its fourth term at the council this year. As a new member, the
Philippines will serve a fresh term of three years until 2021. Our country has succeeded in its re-election bid for a seat in the forty seven (47) members of
United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).
The Philippines received one hundred sixty community remain convinced that the Philippines of illegal drugs and that is a big business. Whether
-five ( 165 ) out of the one hundred ninety-two respects and protects human rights and have seen it is legalizing marijuana, legalizing cocaine,
(192 ) votes cast, the second lowest overall and the despite the efforts of some to politicize the said heroine etc., that is a multibillion-dollar business.
lowest –along with Bahrain – in the Asia-Pacific issue,” stated former Foreign Affairs Secretary This is the hypocrisy that the Philippines has been
region. Allan Cayetano. opposing at the HRW,” said Cayetano.
Incoming Foreign Affairs Secretary But, Magdalo party-list Representative Gary But then, the Commission on Human Rights
Teodoro Locsin Jr. (Locsin) the Philippines Alejano (Alejano) criticized the Philippines’ (CHR) welcomed the country’s re-election to the
Permanent Representative to the United Nations winning a UNHRC seat, saying it was odd when HRC, saying it puts pressure on the Philippine
( UN ) in New York, led the Philippine delegation viewed from the thousands that were killed in the government to address numerous allegations of
at the UN General Assembly, where members fight against illegal drugs. A day before the vote, human rights violations which include cases of
voted for the new council members on Friday New York-based human rights organization named extra judicial killings, according to CHR
evening (October 12, 2018- Manila time). Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on UN spokesperson Jacqueline De Guia (De Guia).
member-states not to vote for the Philippines due to
It only shows that the UN supports the De Guia stressed that the “CHR will
alleged human rights violations. continue to perform its mandate of helping UN
Philippines’ ‘gigantic’ fight against illegal drugs,
which was described as a “dragon of destruction” Cayetano slammed Iceland, which has been monitor the human rights situation on the ground as
by Salvador Panelo (Panelo), Presidential at the forefront of a group of countries that have the country’s independent national human rights
institution.”
Spokesman and Chief Legal Counsel. repeatedly criticized alleged human rights
violations in the Philippines, and turned the tables
“The President’s campaign against illegal
on the European country by accusing it of facing
drugs, corruption, and criminality has been
problems on domestic violence.
acknowledged by the international community as
essential to the protection of the right to life, Cayetano on Friday also slammed HRW
liberty and property of every peace-loving and and other human rights organizations, including
law-abiding citizen of our State,” Panelo added. Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, for campaigning
against the Philippines, saying that these groups
Outgoing Foreign Affairs Secretary Allan
opposed the Philippine bid only because the
Peter Cayetano (Cayetano) welcomed the re-
country has been instrumental in exposing their Photo shows a general view of the opening day of the
election of the Philippines, claiming it as a proof of 39th UN Council of Human Rights at the UN offices in
moral bankruptcy. Geneva earlier this year. (Inset) UN conference officers
the Duterte administration’s successful war against hold up empty ballot boxes before collecting ballots
illegal drugs. Cayetano, likewise, said that these groups from delegates at the election of new members of the
UN Human Rights Council on Oct. 12 at the UN in New
are noisy because they are seeking more funding. York.
“Our successful bid to keep our seat in the SOURCE: PhilStar
Council is proof that many in the international “The reality is, they are for the legalization

Rights of Women:
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Quake-Tsunami Death
Toll in Indonesia... A Leave for Maternity Health
“
Based on reports from the village heads  JHEREMY SORIANO
of Balaroa and Petobo, there are about The House of Representatives approved Sector House Bill No. 4113, that highlights an
5,000 people who have not been found,” agency extended paid maternity leave for women of government and private sector, from sixty (60) days to
spokesman Sutopo Purwo Nugroho (Nugroho) one hundred (100) days last August 28, 2018.
told reporters on Sunday. Indonesia’s disaster
This bill has one hundred ninety-one (191) private sector, because it affects the productivity of
agency says 1,763 bodies were recovered so far, affirmative votes from the lawmakers on its third their business. Some also think that they should
while 2, 547 received treatment. and final reading. Women that work in the rather hire men to work in their business, and that
“Nevertheless, officials are still trying to government sector and private sector, even created an uproar for women.
confirm this and are gathering data. It is not easy unmarried, married and those who delivered via The latest version of this bill has been
to obtain the exact number of those trapped by normal way and those who delivered via caesarian approved. The Philippines Maternity Law allows
landslides, or liquefaction, or mud.” Nugroho method or undergone miscarriage, are under this sixty (60) days of maternity leave to be paid to
said, the search for the unaccounted would Expanded Maternity Leave Bill. women who have normal delivery, but
continue until October 11, at which point they But the bill which was proposed by the seventy-eight (78) days are paid to women who
would be listed as missing, presumed dead. Senate is way longer than twenty (20) days for delivered via caesarian method. The Philippines has
On October 8, teachers and students are maternity leave and has an extension of another the lowest paid maternity leave in Southeast Asia.
trying to tidy up their classrooms and help thirty (30) days for single mother. This proposed Both the Senate Bill and House Bill must
gather data on how many of them will be bill aims to make women more hands-on for their
reconcile their different versions before it will be
coming back ten (10) days after a major new born child. The bill offers rights for women to submitted to President Rodrigo Duterte for signing
earthquake and tsunami hit their city. care for their maternity health. it into law.
In many factors, some are opposed to this
proposed bill, especially those employers of the
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TAGISAN NG TALENTO SA Inflation Rate:

BUWAN NG AGOSTO
 REGGIE MENOR Why so High?
Matagumpay na idinaos ang Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa sa Mataas na Paaralan ng San  MA. SOFIA GONZALES
Carlos Preparatory School (SCPS) noong ika-24 ng Agosto, taong 2018 na may temang, “FILIPINO:
WIKA NG SALIKSIK.” In the year 2016, the inflation rate is
1.78%, the starting point of President Rodrigo
Duterte (Duterte) administration, and has
gantimpala. Sa patimpalak na Pagsulat ng Sanaysay
rapidly gone up to 3.18% in the year of 2017.
nakamit ang unang gantimpala nina Sacho De Vera
The increases in the prices of goods and services
(Baitang 8) at Ma. Izzabel Malapitan (Baitang 11)
in the year 2018 are too sudden and brought
pangalawa sina Lance Angelo Pablo (Baitang 8) at
shock to people and elicited lots of violent
Jherica Soriano (Baitang 12), nakamit naman ang reactions from them.
ikatlong gantimpala nina Neil John Payopay
(Baitang 8), Cassandra Jade Evangelista (Baitang 9) The inflation rate of the year 2018 is 6.4%
at Roxanne Abellon (Baitang 12). Nasungkit ng and was recorded last August 2018 and exceeded
ANG Grade 11—Dalton sa kanilang pangmalakasang Grade 8 Curie at Grade 11 Thomson ang unang the upper target of the government which is 4%.
talento. gantimpala sa Tagisan ng Talino, pumangalawa ang The Philippines is said to have the highest inflation
Grade 10 Einstein at Grade 12 Leeuwenhoek, at rate as of this year in ASEAN data analysis. This
nakuha naman ang ikatlong gantimpala ng Grade 8 concerns the citizens and the economy because of
Isinagawa ito sa pamamagitan ng pagdaos
Mendel at Grade 11 Dalton. Ang huling patimpalak its unending effects.
ng iba’t ibang patimpalak na nagpapakita ng
pagkilala at pagmamahal ng mga estudyante sa na isinagawa ay ang Kasayawit, naipamalas ang There are many factors that can cause the
ating Pambansang Wika, ang Filipino. angking kagalingan ng mga Grade 9 Curie at Grade sudden rise of the country’s inflation. First in the
11 Dalton kaya napasakamay nila ang unang list is that the Philippines normally has no
Narito ang iba’t ibang patimpalak na idinaos
gantimpala, pumapangalawa ang Grade 10 at Grade substantial production of crude oil, therefore the
sa Sekundarya: Pagsulat ng Sanaysay, Pagsulat ng
11 Thomson,at nakuha naman ng Grade 7 at Grade Philippines is forced to import it. With the
Tula, Tagisan ng Talino at Kasayawit.
12 Leeuwenhoek ang ikatlong gantimpala. continuing rise of oil price worldwide, the
Nakamit ni Dotessa San Juan (Baitang 8 ) at Philippines is the biggest net importer among the
Ang layunin ng patimpalak na naganap ay
Reggie Menor (Baitang 12) ang unang gantimpala hubugin ang kakayahan ng mga mag-aaral sa country of ASEAN.
sa Pagsulat ng Tula, pumangalawa naman si Janelle pagsusulat ng mga tula, sanaysay at mga iba pang One possible cause is also the reform law
Castaneda (Baitang 8) at Mary Rose Fernandez paligsahan sa larangan ng Filipino. Tunay ngang
of Duterte, the so-called TRAIN law, which
(Baitang 11) at nakuha naman ni Jheremy Soriano talentado ang mga estudyante ng SCPS, hindi lang
tuwing Agosto kundi sa lahat ng aspekto. includes a tax hike in petroleum products and also
at Rochelle De Guzman (Baitang 12) ang ikatlong
in goods and services.
NEWS
Go on... Itogon! Another factor that is dragging the
Pangasinan, Officialy economic growth and lifting the inflation rate is the
weak peso. As of September 6, 2018 the peso
 CASSANDRA JADE G. EVANGELISTA
Declared “Malaria-free” Strong winds and rains brought by
closed at P53.5 per U.S. dollar, the lowest amount
in 12.2 years. This is considered as one of the
Typhoon Ompong triggered landslides in factors causing inflation because we import

“
Itogon, Benguet. In Barangay Ucab, a landslide
Ang pagpapanatili ng magandang kalusugan buried a miner’s bunkhouse in the town on outside goods and products and this simply follows
ng ating mga kababayan ay nagbunga ng Saturday morning, September 15, 2018. that the imports will be more expensive.
ating pagiging malaria-free province”, said Search for landslide victims in Itogon, Natural disasters that happened also played
Governor Amado Espino III during the presentation Benguet by rescuers last September 17, 2018 has a big part in the rise inflation. One of them is
been in place.
award held last October 1 at the Capitol Plaza, typhoon “Ompong” that devastated the land
The landslide in Itogon, Benguet caused causing destruction to rice and other crops. The
Lingayen, Pangasinan. by Typhoon Ompong left sixty (60) miners
missing as of Tuesday, September 18, 2018. shortage that followed caused prices of these crops
Secretary Francisco T. Doque III, signed the
Policemen led the search and rescue operations for to rise. Citizens are suffering from the deep effects
Certificates of Recognition and has consulted the the missing miners with the help of the officials of this high inflation and drains the pocket of every
Department of Health. Pangasinan received a and citizens of the barangay. Filipino. It deeply affects the poorest of the poor
Certificate of Recognition after keeping a “zero As of Wednesday, September 19, 2018, and it will be harder for them to rebuild what has
malaria case” since 2012 up to the present. forty six (46) bodies have been recovered in the
area, while 60 remained missing. been lost. been lost.
Pangasinan and Ilocos Norte are the only recipients
of the aformentioned award in Region 1. Around three hundred (300) police
officers, firemen and volunteers shoveled the mud
The Philippine Chief Office (PHO) stated and debris in Barangay Ucab. Rescuers drenched
the ground with water to soften it, before
that, “Magmula po 2012 hanggang 2017 nang tayo clearing it with shovels.
ay dumaan sa evaluation ay wala po tayong
After the deluge, retrieval operations for
naitalang kaso ng Malaria sa kasalukuyan, kaya po landslide victims ended late Sunday afternoon,
tayo ay naideklarang Malaria-Free.” September 30. All of the missing people were
accounted for.
The Province of Pangasinan received One
The Mayor of Itogon, Victorio Palangda
Million Pesos grant to be used for conducting and Benguet Governor Crescencio Pacalso, said
activities and projects for maintaining the good stand that the government, both national and local, will
of Pangasinan against the run of malaria cases. initiate livelihood programs for the residents of
Itogon.
SOURCE: ABS-CBN NEWS
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STRANDED ROUGH-TOOTHED DOLPHIN IN PANGASINAN

 DOTESSA SAN JUAN
“Tala,” a rough-toothed dolphin that was found stranded in Bolo beach last July 2, 2018 has been successfully rehabilitated and released back to the
ocean on Tuesday. Tala was discharged in the deeper portion of the Lingayen Gulf.
According to Dr. Lemnuel Aragones released. Furthermore, ‘Tala’ was like in an
(Aragones), Philippine Marine Mammal Stranding intensive care unit for fifty (50) days; it needed
Network Inc. (PMMSN) president, in a phone assistance twenty-four (24) hours a day to make sure
interview on Thursday, said “Tala is the first it will not drown or anything.
stranded dolphin successfully rehabilitated and All things considered, ‘Tala’ was freed to the
released back to the ocean through the collaboration ocean in good health. Everyone felt good seeing that
of different volunteers.” their sacrifices for ‘Tala’ have resulted in its return
The rough-toothed dolphin was seen by city to its natural habitat in good health.
government employees stranded in Bolo beach and It was worth it. Dr. Aragones called on
was brought to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic fishermen to protect the sea by stopping the use of The injured rough-toothed dolphin rescued off Bolo
Resources (BFAR) station in Lucap Wharf. It was destructive means of fishing because these are Beach in Alaminos City.
given medications and was restored to its proper detrimental to the lives of gentle sea creatures like SOURCE: Inquirer
weight and it has fully recovered before it was the dolphins.

TROPICAL CYCLONE ‘OMPONG’,

LAST OF HABAGAT SEASON
Write to Fool: A Faker
 CRISTINA BANDOY  JHEREMY SORIANO
More than 3,400 families were affected by the terrifying Typhoon The notorious forger convict has been arrested by the National Bureau of
Mangkhut or locally known as ‘Bagyong Ompong’ while 81 people were Investigation (NBI) from the entrapment operation in Paco, Manila last
reported killed during its onslaught. October 5, 2018, for falsification of documents.
This typhoon was said to be one destruction. On October 4, 2018, He is known for making fake by Deputy Director Vicente De
of the strongest typhoons to hit the PAGASA had spotted a significant bank records, financial documents, Guzman III of the NBI.
Luzon area since Typhoon Megi weakening of the Southwest and current card transactions. He is
(2010) and it is the 15th tropical Monsoon winds and finally declares Based on the report of the
also good in faking documents for
cyclone to hit the Philippines as of the end of Habagat Season. Cool NBI, Manuel Bala faced charges for
U.S Visa. He was arrested via
2018. As reported by PAGASA, the weather, associated with the holiday violation of Articles 171 and 172 —
entrapment when he was in the
cyclone had entered Philippine Area season, is now approaching and this falsification by a public officer and
middle of negotiating with the two
of Responsibility (PAR) at the strike will lead to the beginning of the private individual, respectively — of
Filipinos who were trying to apply
of 1:40 a.m., September 15, 2018 Northeast Monsoon or the “Amihan” the Revised Penal Code.
for their US touring Visas, which
(Saturday). The cost of the livestock Season. Civilians are now warming turned out to be falsified. He was sentenced and jailed in the
damage due to this typhoon is up and getting ready for the expected New Bilibid Prison for falsification
roughly around 26.7 Billion Pesos and upcoming holiday season. “He is well-known as ‘Nonoy of documents.
and it has left a huge trail of Bala with golden hands’”, stated

Boracay Re-Opens: A Breathless Escape

 MARICAR PARAGAS
The national government sealed and closed the island of Boracay on April 26, 2018 to give way to a 6-month rehabilitation work and clean-up project.
Boracay Island is scheduled to re-open on October 26, 2018.
Boracay is one of the most view. And finally, Boracay will be opening soon. A
scenic places in the Philippines lot of changes will be expected like: curfew may also
because of its jaw-dropping beauty. be imposed, no more parties will be allowed when the
Boracay Island is located off the Boracay Beach reopens, and the number of the
Northwest corner of Panay Island and visitors who can be in Boracay at one time may also
belongs to the Western Visayas island be capped.
group or Region VI of the Philippines.
The Island is approximately seven Prior to the Boracay closure, Maybank
kilometers long, dog-bone shaped with Bluewaterz Total Return Fund (MBPTF) envisioned a
the narrowest spot being less than "highly capable, tourist-oriented and world-class
one-kilometer wide, and has a total police task force responsive to current and emerging
land area of 10.32 square kilometers. security challenges."

The main attraction is its white “Come to Boracay, you are safe there. The
beach and, of course, its beauty and citizens and stakeholders in the island work hand- in
also you have everything you need -hand to prevent crimes, terrorism, and environmental
there. It is a very good place for degradation. Barely 45 days to go, you should visit
The newly renovated Cagban Jetty Port in Boracay. The port, which swimming and unwinding. The sunset the island before the opening on October 26
serves as Boracay’s main entry and exit point, will be operational during the around 6:00 p.m. all year round makes especially sa ating kabataan at mga liders sa
re-opening of the resort island on October 26. you replenish yourself. It's also the barangays,” Cambay said during the National Crime
busiest time on the beach with a lot of Prevention Week celebration in Kalibo, Aklan on
SOURCE: PhilStar Monday, September 3.
people taking pictures and enjoying the
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Dear Editor,

This is an open letter to those who are feeling dark emotions on a high
level, hatred or are depressed. Fighting off depression is not easy. If it is, some
would have shaken it off already. Depressed people are actively trying to take steps
to make themselves better. The process challenges their negative thought patterns.
In fact, they push themselves to re-engage with activities and things they used to
enjoy. They are working all the time to forgive themselves for all the silly things
they did. They want to find people whom they can trust. I know they are not the
easiest persons to deal with. Maybe their actions or inactions have even hurt some

Enforcing Federalism:
of us in some way. The thing is, they need support to dig themselves out of these
patterns. I do not need a yes or no from you right now, but I want to share few

An Access for Change things that will help them get out of their depression.

To all the readers, if you know those who are drowning from depression,
President Rodrigo Duterte’s (Duterte) following task is to execute please protect them, understand them, guide them, and last but not the least, spare
another form of controlling the administration of authorities under the some time to talk to them. Listen to what they feel and make them realize that they
new constitution, a change in the system of government that will divide
the power in equal portion and combining the national government and are not alone. Tell them that they deserve to know that they are important. Never
regional or sub-divisional government in a single unit of a political system, let them think that they are replaceable. Never let them wonder if they should be in
the FEDERALISM.
this world. Never let their emotions define who they are. Remind them that they
nder the federal system, will be approved by the Filipino are warriors and warriors do not give up. Make them believe and tell them that
both local and national voters in a future referendum. there is a God up there who loves them unconditionally, that they are wanted, they
government will act as one in giving
There were some related are worthwhile, and they are conquerors!
services to the nation, in accordance
controversies about federalism.
with the federal laws to be Yours truly,
Example is the video of Presidential
enacted. The constitution that will be
Communications Assistant Zabel
formed aims to improve local
Secretary Mocha Uson, a jingle and
infrastructures, local industries,
dance video received a lot of
public health and safety, education,
criticisms from the members of
securities, transportation, culture,
Consultative Communication and the
taxation and issuance of licenses.
members of Constitutional
There are many ills in the Commission (Con-Com). Con-
Philippine government, such as Com member Father Ranhilio
problems on corruption and Aquino perceived the video as Editor-in- Chief: JHEREMY G. SORIANO Photojournalists: DANIEL ERIC PRADO
mismanagement of public funds by “inappropriate” and “vulgar” for JAN CARLO DE GUZMAN
the said public officials and promoting the proposed constitution Associate Editors: JHERICA G. SORIANO
CASSANDRA EVANGELISTA Editorial Cartoonists: MELJUN DE VERA
employees. That is the reason why to the people.
RONNIE MAE DE VERA
federalism is thought to be the best Managing Editors: MA. IZZABEL C. MALAPITAN DIANA JANE POQUIZ
United States (US),
solution for these problems. DOTESSA V. SAN JUAN CHRISTIAN CAYETANO
Switzerland, Germany, Australia,
The advantage of federalism Canada, India, Malaysia, and Brazil News Editors: MARICAR D. PARAGAS Layout Artists: PERFECTO A. BACANI III
is that it will encourage financial are countries that advocate and LANCE ANGELO G. PABLO JOHN CARLO CEREZO
YARDEN L. DE GUZMAN
independence and distribution of practice federalism. These ADVISERS
funds to the local and national countries are progressive nations. Sci- Feature Writers: SACHO C. DE VERA Ms. Aubrey Mae Magsino
government. Regions which are Federalism in the U.S brought JEMUEL M. FRIAS Ms. Jonalyn Deola
ROXXANE H. ABELLON Ms. Karen Joy Laconsay
dependent on the national merits in many aspects. It promotes Mr. Jason Austria
government for their support and policy innovation and more Feature Writers: MAYVIL L. DELA ROSA Ms. Rosemarie Aquino
sustenance will now survive on their participation in the political system. ROCHELLE DE GUZMAN
PRINCIPAL
own. Meanwhile, the It also encourages exchange of
Literary Editors: JANELLE R.CASTAÑEDA Ms. Maryjane G. Evangelista
disadvantage of federalism is that different ideas and opinions. CARL ALWYN M. BAJO
there will be an ethnocentric system Another advantage that federal REGGIE G.MENOR SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL
CRISTINA S. BANDOY Mr. Melchor C. Palisoc
in a whole nation wherein it will system has, is that it creates
lead to deterioration of national collaboration between the local and Sports Editors: MARICAR DIPASUPIL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR
unity. national government for the HAZEL JOY BANZUELA Engr. Sumakwel “Joel “ Muralla
improvement of the nation. Thus, CASSANDRA SPERALTA
Duterte, in fact, encourages SCHOOL VICE-PRESIDENT
federalism tends to help and support Reporters: NEIL JOHN PAYOPAY Judge Grace Gliceria- De Vera
the federalism. If there is a draft of a
the government in terms of MA. SOFIA C. GONZALES
federal constitution, most likely it EARL DADACAY SCHOOL PRESIDENT
implementing new policies.
ANDREA P. DIZON Mrs. Ester De Vera
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Train Law, On The Go

 JHEREMY SORIANO
STUDENTS VOICES ON POLITICAL CONCERNS
Tax Reform For Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law was
formally signed by President Rodrigo Duterte (Duterte) last December 19,
 DOTESSA SAN JUAN
2017, and has been implemented last January 1, 2018. As we welcome the
new year, we also welcome a new tax reform. This tax reform is the first People's opinions differ about our President Duterte’s
package of the government’s Comprehensive Tax Program. TRAIN aims to administration. He has been involved in many controversial issues and is
raise the income for the administration’s program. The passage of Train now facing a lot of criticisms. There are people who hate President Duterte
Law also provides a simple, fair, and more efficient tax system. and there are some who love him. As no reason is required for hating the
man, I will not be going there.
In the past administration, crime rates were high because the
Alan Tanjusay (Tanjusay), the Cagayan De Oro City, Regional culprits were under the influenced of illegal drugs. However, in this
spokesperson of Associated Labor Director Bienvenido V. Esmeralda Jr. Duterte's administration, can we say that crimes in our country have been
Unions-Trade Union Congress of the (Esmeralda) said that the train law lessened? Is the Philippines safer now due to Duterte?
Students from San Carlos Preparatory School expressed their
Philippines (ALU-TUCP), said that does not give immediate positive different opinions and suggestions for the given topic:
“on the contrary, this tax reform will effects of improving the lives of the

“ “
have a negative effect on the cost of people, but rather, its effects could be Duterte wants to revive the I guess, yes. our country has
living of members of society.” felt in the long run. However, the death penalty. For me, a been safe because he declared
downside is that this tax reform leads country doesn’t need a death penalty war against illegal drugs. And also, he
Finance Secretary Carlos to be safe. Every person has a right to has allied with other nations like
to the increase of prices of change his/her life. It’s a no. China, Russia, etc.
Dominguez III (Dominguez), said that
commodities and high inflation rate. –Marielle Vianca Castro –Rousel Joy Aquino
under this law, the non-taxpayers are

“ “
given more job opportunities and This tax reform will sponsor
Maybe it’s a yes or a no. Yes, Well, I think so . . . because as
better services. In fact, TRAIN will the fund of the project “Build Build because he has gotten rid of far as I know, President
lead to the improvement of Build” for the innovations and the drug dealers and the criminals. Duterte has tightened the security
infrastructures, better benefits in improvement of infrastructures, and However, the president has a dirty which makes the country safe and
education, health-related care and for other projects of the government. mouth. He’s very vulgar when stating more power to protect our country.”
his words, yet , I find him honest. –Jheremy Soriano
better services that will lift the people Therefore, this tax reform will give a
– Lance Angelo Pablo
out of poverty. long term benefit to the people and People have different opinions

“
will later spur economic growth. Yes, the crimes committed by and beliefs about our President’s
The effects of this tax reform
those under the influence of administration. We may or may not
is deliberately slow in some areas. In illegal drugs are rampant. In fact, totally agree with you on your own
there are lots of killings by those points of views. We respect individual
involved in illegal drugs. I want our differences and personalities. But do
TECH-WORM VS. BOOK-WORM safety on the streets, especially at
night.
not always expect that all will agree
with your opinion. But always be
He is strict when it comes to his rules humble and respect other’s opinion.
 JHERICA SORIANO
and regulations. “ Respect begets respect.
Indeed, we are living in a modernized society where technology and –Maricar Paragas
gadgets evolved in more upgraded manner. Just one click with the aid of the
internet the information has been found.
One of the important marvels
of modern technology is the internet
depend on published books and
printed media for retrieving
There is still HUMANITY!
because it dramatically changed the information regarding their studies.  CASSANDRA JADE EVANGELISTA
way people seek information and Back then, pocketbooks and other There are many issues that are happening in our country that talk
with the help of the internet, literature are popular for students. about human rights, politics, economy and even natural disasters.
information retrieval can be much Books were undeniably a great part of
easier and time-saving. There are history and even for today. Books are President Duterte (Duterte) Currently our country is
many reliable information that can be the medium of learning through launched “war on drugs” after he took facing much crisis that is testing our
found on the internet; posted articles, understanding. A book is a symbol of office in June 2016, that claimed an patience. We are struggling everyday
uploaded soft copy of a research and knowledge and education and it is a estimated 12,000 lives of primarily where to get money to buy goods that
even novels in Portable Document great source of information because, poor urban dwellers including increased in prices. We are always
Format (PDF). We must say that before publishing, it goes through a children, and they say that this worrying if there is heavy rain, but
technology is really powerful and a thorough inspection and editing done degrade human rights. Sen. Antonio despite all the happenings we still
great influencer, it plays a vital role by good authors. Trillanes and Duterte are quarreling manage to compose our courage and
in society. Does being technology due to past issues that were brought bring our hopes high. It is because
We may think that technology
inclined has more advantages of being up again and therefore there is now we are humans! Lots of disasters
is an escape in a long time searching
a student and a learner in this 21st chaos between the senate and the happened, but we chose to lift each
for information but, we must still
century? executive department as well as the other up and continue living.
consider our sources of information.
Does that mean books are Not all posted articles on the internet judiciary. The inflation rate is a “Bayanihan” is what we do in such
dead? are true and not all information on the serious matter facing our nation in situations. There are still people
internet are real because everyone the present time that is the cause of willing to help the poor, to find a
Screens make us read slower,
has an access on it and anyone could poverty. There are also natural solution for every crisis, because it is
learn less deeply, remember less,
upload a copy. disasters such as typhoons and not the end of the world. Tomorrow is
sleep worse and make our eyesight
poor so why students prefer to print To put it simply what does earthquakes that caused damage to a new hope, a new beginning. A
out their electronic textbooks? Before 21st century learners prefer? Flipping properties and also caused shortage of change in the country will always
the involvement of technology in of pages or browsing the internet? food. start in ourselves. Patriotism is an
education, students and learners aspect of Humanity.
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 ROXANNE ABELLON
Title of Identity
As a woman, we dreamt of holding a title with the most wonderful story behind through crowns to share with people who know us and not. To
inspire, to encourage, and to show who we really are.

“Understanding!”, seems fond of putting us down; who can motivate to the next level of the competition.
“Acceptance!” that’s what us? Angela Ponce was once a “he” before
each of us were screaming OURSELVES, as this is the only way to being a “she.” Yes! She is a transgender too, just
for. soar high and to fly high. That is why Angela like the people she is representing. The
For everyone to Ponce decided to join the Ms. Universe pageant - organization of the Miss Universe Pageant
understand us and to accept not only to get the title and the crown but, also to accepted her and allowed her to join the said
us. But people are introduce herself and to represent children and competition. This is a triumph to all transgenders
sometimes judgmental. adolescents who are transgender for she is all over the world.
They sometimes see the working on Fundación Daniela, a non-profit Her assets? Her heart, ears, and hands. For
negative side which is not organization. the most useful asset of a person is not a head full
good. Due to her will, courage, and bravery, she of knowledge, but a heart full of love, with ears
Since, everyone got the title Ms. Universe Spain, and will be going open to listen, and hands willing to help.

A PLACE TO BEHOLD
 ANDREA MONIQUE DIZON
If you have an itch to travel , and to come and visit a place of all places ... if you, as a person, wants to shop all your needs and goods in affordable
prices and in a variety of shops and/or groceries' stores or markets; as a child, to have some fun and excitement, to eat more delicious foods; as a traveler,
to find the soothing feeling in comfortable place, then read this column.

So, let me introduce to you a very wonderful the San Carlenians' hearts. Why did I say so? medicine , but this place can cure your travel-
and powerful remedy - go to San Carlos City, Because, me - as an observer; saw one of San sickness. So, do not hesitate to come and be
located at the harmonious province of Pangasinan. Carlos' youngsters voluntarily giving direction and back for more. If symptoms persist, consult your
In this city, you can find true contentment because an additional amount of money for a fare to a tour guide.
of various establishments where you can shop foreigner who does not know his way and does
everything you need. not have enough Philippine money-coin.

Looking for many affordable prices? Come Wait! I am sure you got hungry throughout
and visit our budget-friendly rendezvous - the our journey. But, don't worry! San Carlos City has
Unitop and CSI stores. Wants to have some fun? its public markets and street food vendors with a
Let us go and enjoy at Town Center or TC as the variety of delicious foods to eat . You can even buy
San Carlenians called it. Feeling tired and wants to these street foods as a present for your family and
rest your feet? Let us take our seats in a number of friends that will suit all their taste buds.
benches at the San Carlos'City plaza . Do you know
that the essence of love and humanity is alive at Well, San Carlos City, Pangasinan is really
a place of peace and propriety ,although not a

 ROXANNE ABELLON
Birth Uniting Two Unique Souls
“It double the giggles and “I sometimes perceive things and situations’
outcomes as negative.” – Jheremy
double the grins, and double the
“… Life is about understanding it. Majority
trouble if you're blessed with…” of people I know think that life is something you
There is always a positive and negative can’t figure out, but for me, it is not…” - Jherica
relation between everything - and in human. With this, we can conclude that Jheremy
Different characteristics, dreams and perspectives and Jherica does not have the same life
that make the two whether attracted or repelled. perspective . They are like this, “I may be a twin,
But, are these differences can be united or not? but I am one of a kind.” - Jerry Smith
Let us find it out! They might not have the same life
“I am not actually fond of dealing with other perspective but their differences are their assets as a
people who I barely know. I just want to hang-out twin; as one. Yes, Jheremy and Jherica Soriano are
with people near me, like family, friends and twin sisters. Amazing!
classmates.” - Jheremy Each of them has a unique version to talk to
“I want to be free from struggles though, it anytime. Because, as Jeanne Phillips said, “Twins
They are both saying that they are more have a special bond. They feel safer with each other
is part of the human life.” she added. capable of communicating and bonding with people than with their peers.”
And Jherica said, “I am introvert when it they know the most rather than those people they
comes to other people but, extrovert when facing know with just their names, and both want to be Truly, “it doubles the giggles, and double
my friends and family... My dream is to have a free from this crucial world. Same dreams; same the grins, and double the trouble if you're blessed
stable and happy life…” characteristics. with twins.”
Let us know if when it comes to life. Are
they still have the SAME perspective?
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
Airport? No, it’s Landport!
MAYVIL MARGARETTE DELA ROSA
New Wits in SCPS
 JHERICA SORIANO
It is really hard to move when the place is crowded, right? Do you
have an idea on how to solve this type of problem? Well, your idea must be
like this: “Make the place/area larger to have a wider space” or “remove Students in San Carlos Preparatory School are continuously
some of the contents to move easily.” acquiring knowledge and enhancing their skills through learning and with
the aid of the teachers. Without teachers, it would be hard for students to
seats? Men and women’s rest rooms?
All in one? learn new things and to understand lessons. This school year 2018-2019,
Introducing, the Paranaque there were five teachers has been recently took part at SCPS.
Integrated Terminal Exchange
(PTIX) or the newest “Landport.” An
Miss Karen C. Laconsay graduated at Pangasinan State
airport-like terminal which will have
numerous transport connections like University Lingayen Campus with a degree of Bachelor of
SOURCE: ABS-CBN NEWS Secondary Education major in English. A former teacher at
buses, UV expresses and jeepneys
Now, can we apply those ideas serving passengers from the Saint Albert The Great Science Academy and taken up her
to a primary problem of our country?- southwest of Metro Manila. No masteral degree at Lyceum Northwestern University in
the “traffic”. additional fees for passengers but, for
Dagupan City. A professional licensed teacher. “Teaching
the transportation companies there is a
We cannot deny the fact that terminal fee to be paid that is… well, is a very noble profession that shapes the character, caliber,
there is a high demand for other not a bad thing. and future of an individual. If the people remember me as a
modes of transportation in our good teacher, that will be the biggest honor for me.”
country.The number of vehicles of our This said terminal will start
country had increased. This is the operating next month – November,
main cause of heavy traffic, especially 2018. Exciting!
in EDSA. In addition, the road The government is planning to Miss Rosemarie Y. Aquino graduated at PSU
constructions caused the closure of build at least two or more such Bayambang with a degree of Bachelor of Secondary
some of the major roads that leads… terminals at the southern and northern Education major in Physical Science. She is a Science
again, to traffic. edges of Metro Manila; as the basic Teacher before at Señor Tesoro Academy for two years. A
The government agencies goal of this project is to help
professional licensed Teacher. “Teaching is more than a
incharge have the brightest solutions decongest EDSA and other Metro
Manila roads. job for me. For almost three years of experience in this
to traffic jams.
field, I came to realize that indeed this is a noble
Want Wifis? Charging outlets Less traffic, less stress.
profession. For teachers are not just teaching content but
for free? Comfortable and relaxing helping students how to learn. I learn to appreciate and

 YARDEN DE GUZMAN Miss Anallene V. Ramos graduated at PSU

Bayambang, a degree holder of Bachelor of Secondary
“A serious medical condition in which a person feels very sad, Education major in Mathematics. A former Mathematics Teacher
hopeless and unimportant and often is unable to live in a normal way.” at Divine Grace Montessori and High School at Malasiqui.
She passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers on
This is a serious illness that is is the leading cause of disability March 2018. “Teaching is the noblest profession since all
currently facing by most of the worldwide, and is a major contributor
millennials, a serious matter that is to the overall global burden of professionals underwent education with a teacher. There
needed to overcome in order to live a disease. Depression leads to suicide, will be no doctors, engineers, architects without teachers.”
peaceful and productive life. for there are approximately 800,000
Depression is more than just being people died due to suicide every year.
sad because it is often the mood and Suicide is the second leading cause
the other symptoms that are intense, of death in 15-29-years-old.
long-lasting and distressing to the Is there a treatment for
person.
depression?
Do you ever feel being an Sir Jayson B. Austria graduated at PSU Lingayen
If your depression is keeping
outcast? Withdrawing yourself from you to live the life you want to, don’t with a degree of Bachelor of Secondary Education major in
other people? Crying for an unknown hesitate to seek help. Health-care English. “A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the
reason? You feel like no one likes providers may offer psychological
you? Lots of negative thoughts imaginations and instill a love of learning.”
treatments such as behavioral
running through your mind? activation, cognitive behavioral
Difficulties in sleeping and having a therapy[CBT] and interpersonal
hard time concentrating? Then you psychotherapy[IPT] or
are experiencing depression. The anti-depressants medication (such as
causes of depression can vary from selective serotonin reuptake
person to person. For some, a inhibitors[SSRIs] and tricyclic
stressful event happened in the past, antidepressants[TCAs]). Sir Darren G. Manlincon, who studied BS in
traumatic accidents, loss of a Psychosocial treatment is also Accounting Technology at University of Luzon and has
relationship or a job, long-term effective for mild depression.
unemployment, family problems, or taken up 18 units of Professional Education to take
the death of a loved one might trigger Depression is not a joke! If Licensure Exam for Teachers. He passed the board exam
depression. For others, there is no there is someone you know having
obvious cause. depression cheer him/her up. Look at last September 2017. “A good teacher , like a good
the positive side always, you are not entertainer first must hold his audience's attention, then
Globally, more than 300
suffering alone. Let’s fight he can teach his lesson.”
million people of all ages suffer from
depression, live a stress-free life.
depression. More women are affected
by depression than men. Depression
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Teachers’ Enthusiasm is the Ability and Capability of Holding Tomorrow

 ROCHELLE DE GUZMAN
“The mediocre teacher tells; education, which is one of the basic to all your hardships . They are the teachers ,decorating the classrooms,
the good teacher explains; the right of every pupil or student.. While enthusiast in every aspects of their planning elaborate plays, essays, and
superior teacher demonstrates, and growing up, the only person we tend life. speeches are the events that leave a
the great teacher inspires.” to respect after our parents, are our mark in our memory.
Sleepless nights to prepare
World Teacher's Day, also teachers. Because the greatest lessons lessons, loud voices to clear the Saying ‘thank you’ is just our
known as International Teacher's Day, are learned in the classroom. Teacher discussion and efforts to make us simple way of giving back to our
is held annually on October 5. guides us in the right direction and happy. Moreover, teachers are one of teachers who have touched our lives
Teacher's Day is the day which is leads us to success . A teacher the guiding steps in this big world. in one way or another. If we consider
celebrated to give honor to the dedicates his/her whole life in Without a mentor over our heads, a Filipino workers as our modern-day
teachers. Teaching is a very noble teaching to provide the precious guide to distinguish right from heroes, we should also do the same to
profession that shapes the character, knowledge to the students to build wrong ,can lead us to the wrong our teachers. We should be grateful
capability, and future of an individual clever and intelligent society. path. Celebrating Teachers’ day at and thankful not just every teachers’
especially, the students. Of all the Teachers smile ,they believe in you, school is one of the finest memories day, but at all times.
hard jobs around, one of the hardest is make you feel part of the school and during the school days. No doubt, we OUR TEACHERS, OUR
the teaching profession. push you to do better. They are can say that everyone agrees. HEROES !
willing to be your friend and to listen
Teachers are the providers of Preparing to surprise our

Hope Under 11:11

 JHEREMY SORIANO
Staring blankly in the ceiling, again another glimpse in time. It  JHERICA SORIANO
seems so slow, so slow. Why don’t you just make it to 11:11? I need to wish,
no I have to. A single middle-aged woman, at this moment and daily living,
I forgot how to live cheerfully, I forgot how fun is life supposed to be. I looked up and see the sky, the bright orange with a mixed of red
rules the sky, the grey, dull and monotonous clouds were scattered above
Give me a break, I need to regrets and situational stress. But how telling us that sun will soon set and moon will soon arrive. Looking at this
unwind. It’s 11:11 near midnight, I can we aim for an A grade? A lot of scenery makes me think of the good old days, this exact moment, exact
smiled. tips and ways to get a good mark, you
I closed my eyes and uttered a just have to apply it in your life. scenery, same atmosphere and fleeting butterflies in the stomach, it was an
wish. “I want to go back when I was Being determined to attain amazing and unforgettable day for me.
in high school.” something in life, then everything is
Where I could sneak out for possible. Even if I hated my work,
fun and make irrational alibis, where I still I survived. It was an afternoon during entourage. Flowers must be arranged
could laugh without worries and Numerologists said that 11:11 summer, the day has arrived where I beautifully in different colors. In as
where I could take pictures of could linked event with this time. can finally call him mine, a day we much as possible, it shouldn’t be too
memories. But I still strive Then could I linked my previous life said our vows and the day we long and must be in a well-ventilated
harder, enjoy my journey as a student as of this moment? promised to hold each other through place with a proper ambiance so
and made good grades. Until the Some also say that when you thick and thin, in sickness and in everyone will enjoy the gentle breeze
moment I entered the College life, have seen the 11:11, angels are just health and for the rest of our lives. He landing into each other’s faces. The
everything has changed. closed by to give clarifications in is a man who has his own dispositions wedding ceremony will start at
I forgot to have fun, I forgot to mind, love, and protection. This in life, who practices professionalism exactly 5:00 in the afternoon so that
smile and laugh and forgot to might be the cause why humans make to himself and to people around him, the sun will witness it before it comes
entertain men and socialize with my wishes when it is 11:11 on time. who opens door not just for me but to to set. The design of the invitation
fellow students. Concerning myself It is also a message for all ladies, good-looking, able to will be done by an excellent
over and over with a mark that I everyone that you should do what you sustain all my needs and wants in life calligrapher. I want it handmade. By
should get. Stressing myself out of the wanted to do and not the things you
deadlines of paper activities and do not like and want. Why did I ever and lastly, who could give me the this style, guests can already feel the
research. I lost myself with those not seen an 11:11 digit before? whole world’s happiness. He is the mood upon receiving them. I want my
paper-pressure and expectations. Indeed, being a student is man I was waiting for all these years. wedding to be perfect, but there is no
I took a course that my family stressful with a mix of pressure and When I was a kid, I used to such thing as perfect one.
wanted for me. I am not even good at expectations. But then again, do not think what would be my wedding I used to think this kind of
it. It is not that bad ,but I hated it. forget to make yourself happy and looks like, with the use of my little wedding and never did I expect that
Pressure is everywhere just to grateful for everything. Because imagination, I created a whole new this would become real and the
get an A mark. Struggle is real, grades do not define you at all, but in world. I saw myself walking in the feeling is so surreal that until now it is
maybe because I am not fond of this the process of getting good grades, it aisle looking at the man in tuxedo still fresh in my heart and mind, I still
course, but after all the hardships, I can affect your self, social life, and
finally graduated. I seemed not to be even your future. Take all the beside the altar and smile to him so can feel the electrifying chill that
grateful and satisfied with a degree I encouragements that life brings and sweetly as the tears slowly fell down penetrated my body when I am about
am holding, but to see that my forget the negativities. on my both cheeks and let the to walk in the aisle. It was indeed a
family has a wide smile telling that Waiting for 11:11 at night happiness at the same time dream came true! I am so happy to
they are proud, I still manage to makes me want to wander more in my gratefulness filled my heart for giving end up into such near perfection of a
smile. past life, making me dream the me this kind of man. A dream man.
Work! Work! Work! , that is unforgettable moments that brought wedding takes it all; a ceremony must Now, I realized maybe we are
the only thing I did throughout my happiness in me, it gives me hope have to be special just like how truly destined. If it is God’s plan you
life. under the bright moon with undying special he is to me. The bridal gown
I could not enjoy my life just wishes. will feel extreme satisfaction. We put
and groom’s tuxedo must be elegant
by myself. Financially stable, I could Enjoy every moment of your the puzzle pieces into its fitted place
and decent. The guests were
buy what I like, and I could go where life! Aim for happiness instead of and learned that we do have a
composed of friends, family and
ever I want. But I could not feel the pressure. connection even before we meet.
relatives. Accommodations shall be
contentment and happiness. Why did Truly, you are my other half and we
proximal so guests would not be late
I even hated to date a man? I am full have that red string that connects our
or would not need to travel far just to
of regrets. Don’t be like me. Please hearts.
arrive on time in the area. The color
take me back to the time. -motif of the wedding should be chic,
In life, we experienced a lot of which will also be the color of the
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WATER CAN EAT US Best Smartphones of 2018

 ROXANNE H. ABELLON in the Philippines
Overflowing of water in the land that is normally dry is called  LANCE ANGELO PABLO
"flooding", and massive flooding is the surge of water in a large area.
The world of Smartphones is becoming more popular in 2018, each
of which has decorated every segment. From the entry-level demographic to
the mid-range category and down to the Flagships that has amazed the
audience. While the crowd has witnessed the power of Samsung’s latest
product, the Note 9 and Xiaomi’s highly successful Pocophone F1, the fans
in the Philippines are still somehow impressed by the technological wonders
of OPPO, VIVO and of course Huawei. Moving on, here are the best
smartphones in the Philippines.

5. Asus Zenfone Max Pro (Battery King)

 Pros: Huge 5,000 mAh battery and an improved Qualcomm Snapdragon
636. Perfect for long playtimes
 Cons: Micro USB 2.0 for its connectivity
Most common is when rivers could happen in any given year. Over 4. Vivo V9
or streams overflow their banks, recent decades, possibly due to global  Pros: Cutting-Edge 24MP Selfie Camera
excessive and heavy rains, raptured climate change, hundred-year floods
dams, rapid ice melting in the have been occurring worldwide with  Cons: Micro USB 2.0 connectivity
mountains, or even an unfortunately frightening regularity." 3. Huawei Nova 3i
placed beaver dam can overwhelm a Science explains the "natural"  Pros: Four AI- assisted cameras, 128 GB of storage with 4 GB of RAM
river and send it spreading over the reasons for this phenomenon, hence,
adjacent land (floodplain). we could not prevent this from  Cons: Micro USB 2.0 connectivity
Massive flooding usually takes happening. But, the additional causes 2. OPPO F9
hours or days to develop that an for this is throwing garbage in rivers  Pros: 25 MP Selfie Camera
ample time can be given to the people and such. It is obvious that we,
to prepare/evacuate themselves. humans, have a great contribution to  Cons: Micro USB 2.0 connectivity
Flashflood is extremely this dangerous phenomenon. 1. Vivo V11
dangerous, babbling brook into a So, in order for us to lessen  Pros: Super AMOLED Display, 25mp Camera
thundering way of water and the record of massive flooding, we
sweeping everything in its path must teach ourselves about discipline  Cons: Micro USB 2.0
downstream. when it comes to handling or taking
Based on research, "Disaster care of the waters. It is like cleaning
experts classify floods according to the drainage and let the flow of its
their likelihood of occurring in a
given time period. A hundred-year
water unblock, or even the habit of
following the signage near the P for P: Pen or Phone?
flood, for example, is an extremely beaches, rivers, or ponds saying not to  JHEREMY SORIANO
large, destructive event that would let your candy wrappers go there is
theoretically be expected to happen the simplest way to prevent or at least, Is the use of a phone to capture everything in school more eligible
only once every century. But this is a lessen the chance of the waters to than using a pen to jot down?
theoretical number. In reality, this overflow when typhoons or heavy
classification means there is a rains come.
one-percent chance that such a flood

 LANCE ANGELO PABLO

There are a lot of games out total of 6 classes to choose from. You
there with each having its own unique can choose a lot of heroes with their
art, style, and gameplay. Games often own unique set of skills including a Students nowadays are more of phone and a pen will emerge?
range from action, simulation, battle spell and heal. A Few notable aggressive to handle mobile phone Introducing the Samsung
strategy and many more. But there is characters are Alucard the Demon than a tinted pen. If something needs Note9 (Note9), which has a
this one game that came from the Hunter, Fanny the Hovering Blade to be written down, they can easily reimagined camera that could capture
genre MOBA (Multiplayer Online and Harley the Mage Genius. click a single button and capture a everything in clearer vision, even the
Battle Arena). certain text at the board. If something
So what are you waiting for? smallest letters at your board can be
needs to be done in an unexpected
That game is Mobile Legends. Join your friends in this 5v5 MOBA captured and it has a feature of super
circumstances, a phone is capable of
It is a tower defense game in which showdown against real human slow motion that captures 4x as many
making possible the impossible. Let us
the primary goal is to destroy the opponents. Your Phone thirst for frames per second, wherein you
take for an example the limitation of
enemy base. The game allows you to Battle! can video the discussion of your
your thinking skills, if you are not
pick from 69 different heroes with a instructor and slow it down to reality
knowledgeable about something or a
new hero being released every month to bring back the lessons you have
lesson in school, in just one click at
or when there is an event. These taken.
your phone connected with an internet
heroes belong to different classes, if access, you can answer even the most Also, Note 9 has a pen that
you want to protect your teammates difficult questions. could help you in your presentations.
and soak all the damage then be a With just a click in the pen, everything
Tank! On the other hand, if you want You can make a presentation flows smoothly as per your
to kill your enemies fast and silent report using phones and eliminate the expectation.
then choose an Assassin! There are a use of visual aids, and the use of a pen
or a paper. But what if a combination
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WHAT IS INSIDE THE EARTH?

 JHERICA SORIANO

The theory about Hollow Earth proves that there is an existence of civilization inside of our Earth. It states that there are living creatures here that
lives in a crystal-made City with a population of up to 10,000- 1,000,000, this place is called Agartha.

The center of Agartha is called ‘Shamballah’, it is hotter in the exact location of poles compared to first the physical laws and phenomena that could
there is an existence of ecosystem here and the the 2000mi away from the poles. The heat in the said prove this. First, the Earth’s shape is oblate spheroid,
creatures living here is not something we could see not a circle, it is bulgy on its both sides. Given that
in Earth. There are some creatures here that could the shape is an oblate spheroid then the upper and
not survive with the light produced by our sun, such lower part of the earth is nearer to the inner sun
as gnomes, cyclopes, reptilians, tall greys, and compared to the right and left side of the Earth.
aliens. How to get here? Aside from the entrance in Secondly, the gravity in the core is responsible why
the North and South Pole there is also an entrance in we can keep our feet on the ground and if you will
Japan and some Koreans, Chinese and Japenese notice the pull of gravity of our sun(Centripetal
know about it but they are not allowed to tell about force) is likely similar. Maybe the inner sun is the
this hollowed earth. There is also an entrance in core of the outer world. Third, the Aurora Australis
Africa and Sumeria(Iraq) and the Great Pyramid of and the Aurora Borealis can only be found in South
Giza is said to be an entrance also. This hollowed and North poles. There are no other solar winds in
Earth was denied by Robert Parker so this is still not any part of the world, maybe that the caused of this
clear until now, there is no photo that could prove solar winds is the inner sun and there is no sight of
the existence of this place. Agartha is said to be the clouds in the polar caps so the big hole in the poles is
hidden paradise inside the Earth. And a forbidden visible from above. Lastly, there is a photo taken
knowledge for all of us. from the planet Jupiter it shows there that planet
Jupiter has its inner sun so it proves that planets
But, how do some experts still believe that
could have its own inner sun.
this place really exist? They said that the polar
regions(Antartica and Arctica) are the main entrance If this place really exists, why did they hide
poles prove that there is sun inside the Earth, if we it?
to Agartha. US Government banned any aircarft to
look at it, it seems so impossible but let’s consider
fly above the ‘polar openings’ and they noticed that

TOURETTE SYNDROME New Place, New Race, New Hope!

 SACHO DE VERA
 JEMUEL FRIAS
Finally, astronomers discovered a new Exoplanet second closest to
This disorder is named after Dr. Georges Gilles de la Tourette our solar system. Another hope for humanity’s existence, because this
(Tourette), a pioneering French neurologist who in 1885 first described the planet has the ability to support life, liquid water, fresh air, and right
condition of an eighty-six (86) year old noblewoman. temperature just right for organisms, plants, animals, and especially for
humans.
shrugging, neck stretching and arm The Exoplanet Ross 128b, the sun because Ross 128b’s parent
jerking. Vocal (phonic) tics produce a
discovered by Xavier Bonfils with star is quiet. Unlike Proxima
sound. Simple vocal tics include but
are not limited to sniffing, throat the use of an instrument called Centauri that releases powerful
clearing, grunting, and shouting. HARPS, with an average distance of waves of ultraviolet radiation
The exact cause of Tourette eleven (11) light-years away. What and our sun that throws destructive
Syndrome is not known. It is a is special in this planet except is solar flares and ultraviolet rays, this
complex disorder likely caused by a itsrather sounding name. The planet red dwarf is quiet. It does not
combination of inherited and is about the same size of the earth release any destructive rays or
environmental factors. Tourette and every 9.9 days it completes its flares in its atmosphere from the
syndrome is a condition that primary
care physicians are likely to orbit around its host star, a red dwarf word itself “quiet.”
Tourette’s syndrome is a
encounter. Up to twenty (20) percent star.
problem with the nervous system that Astronomers predicted that
causes people to make sudden of children have at least a transient
Actually, there are too many after 79,000 years, Ross 128b will be
movements or sounds, called tics, that tic disorder at some point.
exoplanets in the known universe the closest Exoplanet in our solar
they can not control. For example, Treatment of Tourette
someone with Tourette syndrome has like Proxima B and the Trappist system even closer to Proxima B
syndrome has the goal of managing
a repetitive blink or has to clear his/ symptoms to achieve an optimum planets. These are the best hopes for because Ross 128b is currently
her throat over and over again. Some functioning, rather than eliminating supporting life because they exist in moving towards us. 79,000 years
people may blurt out the words they symptoms. Not all persons with the habitable zone, a place or a zone sounds too long, but in the universe
do not intend to say. Tourette syndrome require treatment, in a system where the temperature is it is equivalent to billions of
Tourette disorder is a and there is no cure or universally just right for an organism. years.79,000 years is enough to
neurological disorder that causes effective medication. Relaxation
therapy or behavioral therapy is the study more about this planet, to
different types of tic, either physical Ross 128b is 20 times closer
best way to cure Tourette syndrome if unlock its mystery and this research
or verbal. It is characterized by motor to its parent star but because red
tics and at least one vocal (phonic) in case it attacks you. will start at 2025 when the European
dwarfs are small, dim and cool, the
tic. Motor tics are movements. Simple Southern observatory’s extreme
planet would be still be at a
motor tics include but are not limited large telescope begins to search.
to: eye blinking, facial grimacing, jaw potentially comfortable temperature.
movement, head bobbing, shoulder The planet only receives 1.38 times
the radiation that earth receives from
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WHEN THE MOON RISES “The Assassin and the HEARTBROKEN

DOTESSA SAN JUAN Kind Little Girl” A.B.
CASSANDRA JADE EVANGELISTA
When the sun sets and the moon rises
My swaying heart gazed upon the stars The pain I’m feeling is beyond extraordinary
An assassin who goes by “March” was But I know God is rewriting my love story
The wind blew and carried the faint memories hired by a wealthy man named Oscar, who was a
My love is gone, lost within the fleeting sparks tall, middle-aged man who had an intimidating For same parts have been mistaken
aura around him. For events that aren’t meant to happen
The fluttering confessions that were never made Oscar threw a folder onto the desk. “You
The attachments that were never meant know this kid?” His tone suggested it’s I was deprive of the knowledge to choose
some – everyone should know. The picture Of one thing that was to lose
Like how I sought for you, but you were gone showed a 7-year old girl with blonde pigtails
and a freckled face. Rose Richards. A normal My heart wasn’t meant to be tormented
The night when I was you and you were me kid. Of this all fate I neglected

And the moon made us fatuously intoxicated “I want you to kill this child,” Oscar
uttered with a very malicious tone. Being naïve was an excuse
Yet we never became one.
_______________________________________________________________ Of losing something I was ready to keep
March pointed a gun to his face. “I don’t Too weak to even ask the question
think you understand...” He clocked the gun.
“I only kill adults, specifically the awful ones,” What part was I not to be kept?
RANT OF A WRITER he said, glaring at Oscar.
JHERICA SORIANO Abandoned by the love I was hoping to claim
“And you seem to fit that description... ”
On the day that he will ask me the same
I am holding a pen
but doesn't know where to start, Oscar threw a suitcase, presumably filled I waited for something to happen
with cash. “You have two kid sisters, don’t you?
to write the story that has an end But it ended with me being heartbroken
You don’t want to come home and tell them that
but never had a start. they won’t have dinner again, don’t you?” ____________________________________
I am holding a piece of paper
but it feels creepier than ever.
Why can't I start?
March begrudgingly took the folder.
His target was confirmed.
WHO AM I?
Why can't I stop? DOTESSA SAN JUAN
I am holding a lamp His plan to kill this kid was to talk to her
but all I can see is dark and stab her. And there he was; waiting behind a A complex labyrinth of my soul and
I feel so empty and lonely bush, ready to approach her.
heart—those words are suitable to describe
wondering if do I still have company?
I have everything I need to write Meanwhile, the little girl skipped and myself. Complicated, to the point that it has
but the feeling is so firm that makes me want to stop laughed. She was holding a big chunk of confusing paths and passageways. And
I cannot think of words chocolate cake too. It was on a fancy glass plate.
Surprisingly, she was the one that approached sometimes, I want to ask myself.
I'm out of my league
him. “Who am I and who I really want to be?”
You told me to stop, you told me I'm not good enough
but I can't help it “It’s my birthday today, Mister!” she In my 14 years of existence, questions are
How can I stop? If writing is what I love? excitedly exclaimed.
How can I choose between you and poetry? circling in my mind. Questions became self-doubt
How can I choose what I love when you are my life? He froze up. It was his little sisters’, the and self-doubt became anxiety. I cannot shut my
Destroying my poetry is like a suicide. twins’ birthdays too. “Well, happy birthday to eyes and wake up with an answer with this
____________________________________________________________ you, kid,” he said with unease.
agitation.
“What’s wrong, Mister?” He sighed. High school came, I grew up. I could
NO ONE COULD HINDER ME “Well, you see, kid. I have to do a really bad
precisely tell that I have changed. It was a stage
CHRISTINA BANDOY thing to make my little sisters’ birthdays happy
for them. Should I do it, kid?” he asked this that filled me with awe and perplexes — more
Sweet as honey you were to all kid out of desperation.
logical and pragmatic.
Everyone adored you, that’s what I recall
Booming colors, feeling of butterflies “No!” she shouted with a resolute tone. As a student, responsibilities pumped up
“Doing bad things are wrong, Mister!” she
All these feelings, I came to a surprise added. and here I am; facing them with all of myself.
Exploring the vast universe as it is expounding
Every morning ‘til night She suddenly had an idea. She handed broader and broader. I wandered, wandering, and
Boy I’d be in delight her chocolate cake to March. “Give this to
All the time I’ve heard your name them!” going to wander to know the things that bound
Sensing gratitude that in my life, you came within my limitations.
She smiled very wide.
I am an art of simplicity and a puzzle of
Bombarded by these thoughts in my head March was so surprised that he could perplexity. I am someone to be experienced, a
Abnegating myself, all I’ve said barely utter a response. “Are you s-sure?”
Stirring up trouble and gossip soul to be tasted.
Tried to keep it to myself but ‘twas all outbursts “Of course! They should be as happy as On this stage, I shall be brave enough to
I am on their birthdays!” she said.
find the life and courageous enough to chase it.
As news spread drifty in all directions
Still my admiration for you was without fidgety He hugged the little girl. “Thanks, kid.” With this, I could love myself like the way I was
He showed a wry smile. He waved and walked
Trying to comfort myself saying: meant to be.
away. He’ll spare this target.
It’s alright, no one could hinder me
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Borrowed Voice WALANG PAMAGAT VALUE

CARL ALWYN BAJO JEMUEL FRIAS CJ CAYETANO
Hindi ko alam kung hanggang kailan ko Pilipino ako sa anyo, sa kulay, sa wika, sa gawa A popular speaker started off a seminar by
kayang magtago. Sa mga taong nakikinig, at sa kalinangan holding up a $20 bill.
sumusubaybay sa akin, siya na tanging kaligayahan ko. Ang mutyang baying ko’y perlas ng silangan A crowd of 200 had gathered to hear him
Lalo na sa sarili ko. Hindi ko na alam ang gagawin.
Nagsimula lamang ang lahat dahil sa gusto kilala sa ganda at sa iwing taglay na yaman. speak. He asked, “who would like this $20 bill?”
kong magpapansin kay Jerry. Matagal ko na siyang 200 hands went up.
gusto at balita ko: sadyang turn on sa kaniya ang Sa mga ugat ko ay nananalaytay He said, “I am going to give this $20 to one
babaeng maganda ang boses. Heto, makikita ako sa Magitin a dugo ng Raha at Lakan; of you but first, let me do this.” He crumpled the
video na nakangiti nang masigla habang may yapos na Ang kasaysayan ko’y di malilimutan bill up.
gitara. Sumasabay sa tono habang ako ay kumakanta. Ng aking kalahi’t liping pinagmulan He then asked, “who still wants it?”
Pero mali—hindi, eh.
“Tammy, pwede na ba akong umalis?” Isang All 200 hands were still raised.
tanong na muling nagbalik sa akin sa reyalidad. Maraming bayaning nagbuwis ng buhay “Well”, he replied. “What if I do this?”.
Tumango na lamang ako. Salamat sa boses ‘di nag-atubili sa tawag ng bayan Then he dropped the bill on the ground and
niya. Nabuwal sa dilim at nagdusang tunay stomped on it with his shoes.
At tuluyan na nga itong umalis. Upang kalayaan ay aking makamtan He picked it up, and showed it to the crowd.
Libu-libong likes, comments, at shares ang
natanggap ko. Viral video kung ito nga’y tawagin sa The bill was all crumpled and dirty.
panahon ngayon. Ngiting-ngiti, nagpasalamat ako sa Ikararangal ko itong aking lahi “Now, who still wants it?”
lahat ng mga nanuod at nagpakalat ng aking video. ‘Di ikakahiya sa alinmang lipi: All the hands still went up.
Nakagagalak na makarinig ng mga katugunan. Busilak ang puso, malinis ang budhi “My friends, I have just showed you a very
Masarap pala ang sumikat, masarap pa lang marating Mamatay ay langit kung bayan ang sanhi. important lesson. No matter what I did to the
mo ang tuktok ng katanyagan. Ang mga tao na ang ___________________________________ money, you still wanted it because it does not
kanilang pansin ay sa ‘yo lamang nakatuon. Ang mga
kamerang sa ‘yo nakadapo. Lahat ay hindi decrease in value. It was still worth $20. Many
kapani-paniwala. times in our lives, life crumples us and grinds us
At mukhang mapalad nga ako sa araw na ‘yon into dirt. We make bad decisions or deal with poor
dahil isang mensahe mula kay Jerry ang natanggap ko.
Nagtuloy kami sa pag-uusap at mukha ngang
Undestined circumstances. We feel worthless. But no matter
what has happened or what will happen, you will
palapit ng palapit ang loob namin sa isa’t isa. Grabe, NEIL JOHN PAYOPAY never lost your value. You are special – don’t ever
hindi ko inakalang maaabot ko na ang inaasam kong
lalaki. forget it!”
Mga salitang sinabi ni Jerry na bumalot sa
Love is a feeling __________________________________________
aking isipan: Pwedeng tawagan kita? Parinig naman That needs understanding
ng boses mo.
At ngayon, nakaupo sa harap ng panuos. Hindi
Every night, I’m crying
Because you didn’t give
Ang Buhay ng Isang Guro
alam ang isasagot sa kaniyang sinabi. Pinilit ko mang
DOTESSA SAN JUAN
mag-isip ng mga salitang sasabihin ngunit wala akong the love I was expecting.
matipa.
Mali ‘to. Mali nga ang magsinungaling. Maling Sila’y gumigising madaling araw pa lamang
hiramin ang boses ng iba. They say love can reach the stars,
Paano ko sa kaniya sasabihin ang totoo? But you left too many scars. Napakabigat na mga gawain, oras ang kailangan
Paano ko sasabihin ang lahat-lahat kung wala
akong boses? Now I’m still suffering in pain, Pagpasok sa klasrum, maingay na estudyante ang
From the night you didn’t come. madaratnan
Itutuloy...
Mga batang nangangarap, guro ang puhunan
_________________________________________________________
You taught me how to be happy,
But now I’m starting to worry. Oras ay ginugugol sa harap ng papel at panuos
“Tuan Pangasinense Ka” Because from the day you left me, Kahit gulong-gulo ang isip, tulog man ay kapos
JAN CARLO DE GUZMAN My life became ordinary.
Kumakalam na sikmura’y hindi pansin
Tuan Pangasinense ka, nu maaro kad kapara Maihanda lamang ang kanilang eksamen
Tuan Pangasinense ka, nu say panagtulong likas ed sika Now how can I forgive you,
Tan nu nununuten may ibabagam bago ka mansalita When you already found someone new.
Tuan Pangasinense ka, nu walay takot mod Diyos na
I guess it’s really time to forget you, Responsibilidad sa bahay, pati na rin sa paaralan
amalsa Cause I know I can’t really take you. Lahat ng ito ay kanilang ginagampanan
Tuan Pangasinense ka, nu aaroen moy ateng mon talaga
Tan nu amayamay ya kaarom ya maaro singa sika ___________________________________ Dalawa ang kamay ngunit daan-daan ang tuturuan
Hinahasa ang mga musmos tungo sa tamang daan
Nu walad sikan amin ya
Respeto so naalam ed sikara
Pansamantala
Lapud tuan Pangasinese ka! MAYVIL MARGARETTE
_____________________________________________ Ang tinig ay nababasag, ang katawa’y nanghihina
Pansamantala nga lang ba talaga? Kanilang impluwensiya’y walang katapusan
O pang habang buhay na? Palaging kaharap mga batang walang galang
Ang nararamdaman ko ba’y totoo?
Pretty Dying O dahil lang sa isang laro? Hinahasa kung hindi matuwid ng magulang
DOTESSA SAN JUAN
Sa mga panahong tayo’y magkasama Sariling kabutiha’y tuluyang nilimot
When I’m dead— Ako’y tunay na sumasaya
Everyone will say I’m pretty Nararamdama’y di mapaliwanag Sa gawaing pagtuturo ang sarili’y nakabalot
Everyone will say I’m special Sa akin ito’y lubos na bumabagabag Hindi libro ang sentro ng pagtuturo
Everyone will say that I should’ve been loved
Kundi ang puso nilang buong-buo
Nakukumpleto ang aking araw
But when I am alive— Kapag ikaw ang natatanaw
Everyone will say I’m ugly Panahon man ay lumipas Mabuhay ang mga dakilang guro
Everyone will say I’m dull and mediocre Pag-ibig ko’y hindi kukupas Kung wala sila, bansa’y ‘di uunlad panigurado
No one shows how they loved me
Kapag ika’y kaharap Mga pangarap ay makakamtam sa kanilang
And so it’s better to disappear. Parang mata’y ayaw ng kumurap pagtuturo
Ang “forever” na aking hinahanap Mga bayaning dapat magkaroon ng tropeyo
Sana’y ikaw na aking pinapangarap.
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15 Old name of San Carlos City

Pangasinan
16 God of thunder
17 Operating system for mobile
phones
20 Korean girl group
21 Car manufacturer
DOWN
1 Monicker of a famouse pinoy boxer
2 Summon
4 Japanese Comics
6 Visited again
8 Second smallest planet in the solar
system
9 Christmas month
ACROSS 11 Popular Pinoy TV Series
12 Ash Ketchum's partner
3 The main villain in the movie "Avengers:
Infinity War" 14 2017 NBA Champion
5 Official publication of scps 16 Famous PBA player
7 Share mo lang 18 Nickname of the Philippine
President
9 Man's bestfriend
19 MOBA Game
10 President of the United States of
America
13 Noontime show

PUZZLE NO. 1 PUZZLE NO. 1

The modern version of Sudoku was invented in

1979 by Howard Garns in USA (where it was called
`Number Place'). It became really popular in Japan in the
1980s and in the UK since late 2004. It is now quickly PUZZLE NO. 2
spreading worldwide. The word Sudoku is an abbreviation
of a phrase which means “the digits must occur only once”.
The aim of a Sudoku puzzle is to fill in the grid so
that each row, each column and each box contains all the
numbers from 1 to 9. Usually the grid is 9 by 9, using the
numbers from 1 to 9, but the easier grids are smaller, using
numbers from 1 to 4 or 1 to 6.
Simple eh! Of course not! Sometimes it is easy
but often it can be fiendishly difficult. But it's fun to learn PUZZLE NO. 1
strategies for yourself by just having a go!
ANSWERS:
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TOP 5 SPORTS WELL- LOVED

BY THE PREPARATORIANS
 HAZEL JOY BANZUELA

“Sports is in the blood of every Filipino!”

Filipinos are relatively As Filipinos, we should be proud that

sports-loving people. We often we were the ones who invented the
switch on our televisions to enjoy “spike.” Volleyball is the sport it is
watching sports, placing bets on our today because of this landmark
THE GOLDEN RULE OF SPORTS favorite teams, and we even go as
far as knowing a punch or two at
innovation.
 MARICAR DIPASUPIL Badminton - Aside from basketball,
someone who talks bad about our
badminton is probably one of the most
Some people define good sportsmanship as the "golden rule" of favorite player. And when there is a
widely played recreational sports in
sports — in other words, treating the people you play with and against as Filipino team or Filipino player that
the Philippines. Some of the
you would like to be treated yourself. we idolized, we support them.
Preparatorians enjoyed playing it
When a Filipino athlete won, because they said that it is an easy-to-
Sportsmanship is very settling disputes with violence. we celebrate and we feel joy in our learn sport. Since it is easy-to-learn,
important when you play sports and Remind yourself that no matter how hearts. Not only adults are big fans this contributed to badminton’s
involved in other activities. hard you have practiced and played, of Filipinos in terms of sports, the popularity among students, office
Respect is the one which closely it is, after all, just a game. Cheer your young also admired their own idols employees, families, friends and
mirrors sportsmanship. Respecting teammates on with positive in different fields of sports. San others. Everyone can play it, both
yourself, your opponent, as well as statements — and avoid trash-talking Carlos Preparatory School is great male and female. It does not need a
coaches on both sides, referees, the other team. When officials make when it comes to sports. I asked the height requirement, and is not as
judges and other officials and the a call, accept it gracefully even if it students of SCPS what are the top 5 expensive as other sports. Although
game, is paramount to good goes against you. Whether you win sports they want to play. And these badminton has not yet quite achieved
sportsmanship. We should be or lose, congratulate your opponents are the results: the sudden surge in popularity
respectful to everyone. on a game well played. currently enjoyed by volleyball or the
Sportsmanship is a style and an strong grip basketball has, enthusiasts
This is just a game. Another
attitude, and it can have a positive Basketball - It is a par t of the
chapter in their rivalry. Bitter rivals believe that this is truly the sport for
influence on everyone around you. Filipino culture, a part of their
on the hard-court, but good friends in us Filipinos.
Talk politely and act courteously everyday life. It is unusual for a
the game called life. That is good E-Sports - Although it is not in the
towards everyone before, during, and Filipino to know nothing about
sportsmanship. Olympics (not yet anyway) E-Sports
after games and events. Avoid basketball. Even if one does not have
the skills, they still have the has taken the world by storm. Here in
TO WIN THE BATTLE IS TO WIN IN LIFE knowledge on how it is played. It is San Carlos Preparatory School
known and played by almost (SCPS), most students in this

“
 NIEL JOHN PAYOPAY
everyone in the Philippines, may it be generation play games like Dota 2,
Today, we re-affirm our commitment not only to sports, but also to
the better future of the next generation of Region I,” said Governor a child or an adult. Nowadays, it is Mobile Legends, Rules of Survival,
Amado I. Espino III ( Gov. Espino) in his address during the opening of also played by women. Basketball is League of Legends, and Heroes of
Region I Athletic Association (R1AA) Meet 2018 held at the Alaminos City very much loved by the Preparatorians Newerth, many of which actually have
National High School Athletic Grounds on February 11, 2018. and it is a reality that without real competitions being held all over
From the theme: “One DepEd, Meet 2018 aims to motivate young basketball, Filipinos will miss such the world. People are taking E-Sports
One Region, Nurturing and athletes of this generation. an entertaining and exciting sport. very seriously, and so are players here
Transforming Lives through Sports,” the in SCPS, but then they are more
R1AA Meet 2018 sends off about ten Gov. Espino also told the Volleyball - It is a Filipino Sport.
thousand athletes and officials athletes that when they head back home, serious in their academic duties.
comprising various teams of Region 1 they must continue to compete in a Just like basketball, volleyball is also
including: Pangasinan II, Ilocos Norte, bigger arena, their lives: “to win in life.” loved by Preparatorians. Filipinos are Boxing - Boxing is another sport that
Pangasinan I, La Union, Candon City, Meanwhile, the DepEd instrumental in the development of Filipinos love. Preparatorians adore it
San Carlos City, Urdaneta City, Legislative Affairs Undersecretary
Dagupan City, Batac City, San Fernando Alberto T. Muyot (Usec. Muyot), as volleyball. We have also contributed too, even not by playing it but by
City, Laoag City, Ilocos Sur, Vigan City the guest of honor and speaker in the to the modern way of playing the watching their idols, especially our
and Alaminos City. R1AA opening program, encouraged
the young athletes to possess game. We inspired the three-hit limit, Filipino pride, Manny Pacquiao.
Showing his love for sports,
Gov. Espino encouraged Region I sportsmanship all throughout the athletic and setting and spiking the ball. Boxing is a national pastime that
athletes to reach every player’s shared meet. Filipino volleyball players exhibited Filipinos much enjoy for the thrill and
goal to bring home the bacon and be “It is never just about winning joy of seeing a compatriot fight with
victorious with full aspirations to an offensive spiking locally known as
or losing, but how each game is played
become better persons at the end of the with fairness and graciousness,” Usec. “Bomba.” “Bomba” was described to skill, savvy and heart. There lies
battle. Muyot said. Pushing all athletes to give be an angled hit to a raised volleyball perhaps its ability to unite a fractious
“Sports, just like life, must their best shot, Usec. Muyot stated
thatthe essence of sportsmanship is which produces a quick and powerful people.
always bring out the best in you,” Gov.
Espino said, as he stated that R1AA camaraderie and hard work pays off in blow to the defense of the opponent.
the end.
 HIDILYN DIAZ BAGS THE GOLD
 HAZEL JOY BANZUELA
IN 2018 ASEAN GAMES
 KASSANDRA SHIN PERALTA
Margielyn Didal and 19.8 points, respectively. to her mom, a sidewalk
Hidilyn Diaz ( Diaz ) gave the Philippines its first
(Didal) won the fourth She scored 14.2 points in her vendor of “kwek kwek” near
gold medal in the 2018 ASEAN Games in Indonesia.
gold for the Philippines first two runs and garnered the Concave Skate Park in
the highest points in the Lahug, Cebu City where the
at the 2018 ASEAN Diaz’s 115-kilogram lift
fourth run, scoring 8.9 points athlete was discovered by and fell to the silver medal
Games. by performing the backside Coach Danny Bautista seven spot with a 113-kilogram
Didal competed for 50/50, 360-degree flip out for years ago. lift. Surodchana Khambao
the Philippines in the the first time in a major of Thailand placed third.
Didal said that she is Diaz lifted a total of
women’s street skateboarding competition. It was the
sharing her gold medal 207 kilograms winning the
event .She trained for two biggest point in the whole
campaign in the games with The weightlifting star's gold gold, while Shermetova
months in the United States women's street park event. -winning performance lifted 206 kilograms and
all skateboarders in the
prior to the event. Aside from bringing Philippines. She hopes that propels the Philippines to Khambao with 201
14th place in the 2018 kilograms. The first gold
The nineteen (19) year home a gold medal, Didal is her victory will open more
Asian Games on Tuesday, brings up the Philippines in
- old skateboard sensation set to receive a windfall of spaces for athletes to train. August 21. the 14th rank of the overall
finished with a total score of incentives worth at least Six Diaz was second to medal standings for the
“Itong laban na ito ay
30.4, edging Japan and (6) Million Pesos from the Kristina Shermetova of 2018 ASEAN Games.
for all Filipino athletes and sa Turkmenistan by the score I am happy and
Indonesia to earn the top government and private
lahat ng mga Pilipino of 93-92 in the snatch grateful. I thank the
prize. In seven attempts, patrons.
especially sa parents ko and round ,but she made her [Philippine Olympic
Didal accumulates 30.4 “I will give it to my all skateboarders ng Pilipinas. way to the top by her Committee] and [Philippine
points to win the gold while mother so we can put up a Sana magkaroon ng public winning lift of 115 Sports Commission] for the
silver medalist Bunga Nyimas small business,” said Didal of skate park around kilograms in the clean and support," Diaz told ESPN5.
of Indonesia accumulated 25 jerk round. Both Diaz and "It is my honor to represent
her plans of giving her bonus Philippines.” Didal said.
Shermetova lifted 110 and it is my honor to bring
kilograms in the first try for home the gold from the
SCPS Ranks 3rd in PRISAA Basketball Tournament clean and jerk but ASEAN Games.
 MARICAR DIPASUPIL Shermetova failed to top
B-jay Castro ( Castro ) lifts Preparatorians to win over Butterfly Kingdom in their first game.
Castro hits a jump shot at the buzzer beater, lifting the team to a thrilling 63-54 victory over Butterfly The Preparatorians in their winning postures.
Kingdom to remain tied with Palaris College High School held at Arenas Resuello Sports Complex,
San Carlos City, Pangasinan last August 24, 2018.
Despite pressures Preparatorians to enter the break unanswered points with Castro
Castro finished with 16 points with a comfortable 44-42 taking on a best role with a
and 13 rebounds. He poured his cushion on the second half. tough lay-up and a triple. A
big heart to sweep away Palaris Palaris made a run to open the jump shot by Ivan Singueo made
College ( Palaris) on the first third period, unleashing a 10-2 it 59-46 with 2:12 left, and the
half, 21-24. An 11-2 run by the burst that made it a 3-point Preparatorians cruised to victory
Preparatorians book ended by game, 49-46, with still 5:47 left. from there.
triples from Alvin Villanueva The other components had four
and Anfernee Cagampan pushed points in the rally, including an ''Ang sangkap sa
them ahead, 44-33, with 3:38 exploded lay-up over the tagumpay namin ay ang
left in the second frame. Palaris outstretched arms of pasensya at disiplina,” said by
answered with 9 straight points Preparatorian Jefferson Castro.
to cut into the deficit, 31.8 Alontaga. Out of a timeout,
seconds to go and allowed Preparatorians scored 14