Adiós, 3rd Quarter

    

     It feels unreal that another quarter of this school year has already finished; indeed, time does fly so fast. Another chapter of this school year has already come to an end. Looking back at this quarter, I remember the hardships and challenges I had to go through to do all the school works and activities. I felt like this third quarter is more exhausting than before, and I'm not going to say it was simple or enjoyable because it was a lot of effort. Despite these circumstances, I am still thankful because they helped me to learn and grow. Furthermore, this quarter has also taught me a lot of things, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to learn new things and broaden my knowledge.   

    Throughout the third quarter, we learned about community-based research, which we had never heard of before, yet it is quite similar to what we are learning in our Research subject. The only difference between these two is that there were only a few parts in making community-based research compared to what we are doing in Research subject, which is wider and more complex. Nevertheless, the topic has taught me to work well with the people in my community and has helped me to discover more about certain aspects of our town.  

    We all know that every community has differences and similarities, so learning and expanding knowledge about your community is significantly important. Then, I realized how grateful I was to have learned how to create my community-based project. Although I have faced minor challenges , I can say that this allows me to become more connected to and involved in my own community.

    Moving forward, I will apply the knowledge I have received from this quarter to succeed in the upcoming quarters and accomplish more in life. This quarter has helped me learn more about the internet and composing written works.  And despite the difficulties I had, I was able to pick up lessons that are quite helpful in our daily lives. It will be difficult, but I know that it will help me become a better version of myself, so I will keep trying to do better. After the last week of the third quarter, the last quarter of this school year will begin. I am eagerly looking forward to learning more in this subject and spending my remaining time as a junior high school student discovering more topics on this subject. Looking forward to what the fourth and last quarter has to offer to us, and I believe I learned a lot during this quarter.

Together We Celebrate!

 

     High School Day or Foundation Day is probably one of the most waited and exciting part of being a student. After two years, Ilocos Sur National High School celebrates their 121st High School Day Celebration last March 25, 2023, with the theme of “Renewed Commitment in Defying Odds to Transcend Heights of Excellence and Solidarity”. 

     There was also an intermission number of the selected Grade 10 students, followed by an inspirational message of Dr. Vida Margarette Andal-Bueno, the Outstanding Alumna. After the messages, there was an awarding of Plaque of Recognition to the Guest Speaker, and followed by another intermission number from teacher's choir. After that, there was also awarding of outstanding teachers, employees and retirees. And before the end of the program The assistant principal, Mr. Rommel R. Rabo, gave his words of gratitude, followed by the closing song to finally end the first part of the celebration.

      The part two of the event is the field demonstration at 1pm which includes calisthenics and festival dances performed by the selected students of different grade levels. The FEC Officers conducted traditional games for teachers and there was also booth like photo booth prepared by the SSG officers. 

    In conclusion, ISNHS’s 121st High School Day Celebration was one of the highlights for the school. It is not only to give recognition to the school but also for students to take a break from the stress because of the school works and activities. Indeed, high school day celebration is one of the most wonderful part of being a student.

Purple Season

    Lent, also known as kwaresma in Filipino, is the season during which Filipinos remember Christ's passion, suffering, death, and resurrection. It is a meaningful season to any Filipino. Aside from it’s the season where people have their break and spend time with their respective families, this is also the time that Filipinos repent their sins. Filipinos are known to be prayerful and this shows on their way of celebrating the lent. They celebrate it with full of passion and even though that the Church don’t agree with some practices like the reenactment of the flagellant to Jesus Christ sufferings and his crucifixion, the church could not do anything about it because it is part of Filipino’s culture.

    During the Lenten season, Filipino Catholics engage in various traditional practices. The first day of Lent is Ash Wednesday. Ashes are traditionally placed on the forehead of Catholics as a sign of interior repentance. Fasting and abstinence are fundamental Catholic practices; some Catholics eat only one meal per day, while others abstain from eating meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all lent Fridays. Senakulo is a traditional play depicting Jesus Christ's suffering and death, which is performed in provinces such as Marinduque. The practice of visiting seven churches and reciting the Stations of the Cross is known as Visita Iglesia. On Maundy Thursday or Good Friday, it is customarily performed.

    In practicing fasting and abstinence, we sacrifice much which helps us grow in freedom to make much bigger sacrifices. Part of this could be giving up some material or worldly resources and treasures for the benefit of the people who are most affected by this pandemic. We give up something or deprive ourselves of something so that others can have it. We become selfless and mindful of others, we extend charity and generosity to others even though we also are affected and still struggling and coping with the economic and financial problems brought by this pandemic.  It’s a sacrifice for others and God. It is an act of love for others and God.

    Every event in the Philippines is made more enjoyable and imaginative by the country's rich culture and tradition. Fasting and abstinence is an act of penance to create spiritual hunger and the avoidance of sin. As an act of repentance and contrition at this time of the pandemic, we implore the presence of the Lord through prayer. It is our personal conversation with Him, a powerful tool to create miracles, to make things right and better in our lives. It leads us to a life of holiness towards God. We must never forget that Lent is more than a religious tradition; it is a time to recall and reflect on Jesus Christ's suffering, death, and resurrection for us.

    Lent is a season that reminds us of Jesus Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection. It is an opportunity to repent our misdeeds and misgivings, and to increase the intensity of our prayer, fasting, almsgiving, the practice of our faith, and welcoming others as our brothers and sisters in our faith community. It is God’s way of reminding us how He himself sacrificed His only begotten son to redeem mankind’s sins. It’s God’s and Jesus’ way of knocking in our hearts to give back for others selflessly and unconditionally.

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Babae ka, hindi babae lang!

    The 2023 National Women's Month Celebration marks a watershed moment in the advancement of women's rights by introducing a new recurring theme: WE for gender equality and an inclusive society. It inspires renewed advocacy efforts and builds on the gains made during the 2016-2022 theme, WE Make CHANGE Work for Women, which emphasized the importance of compassionate and coordinated networks for gender equality and women's empowerment

    Every March, the world celebrates International Women's Day. It's a day when everyone shows their appreciation, admiration, and respect for women. A lady is considered God's most beautiful creation! All exceptional people were conceived in a woman's womb and received their early education from a woman. And it is for this reason that women are treated with dignity in our daily lives. It's a day when women are recognized and praised for their contributions to a variety of fields. Women possess a strong spirit that allows them to thrive in their chosen vocations. They make a significant contribution to the lives of their family members as well as the country.

    Women have triumphed over being a man's assistant in proving their worth, talents, and capabilities to society, they have demonstrated everything they are made for. Women could never match or surpass men's intelligence, abilities, and skills in any field. Women absolutely shine above and beyond what is expected of them; they are now more empowered than ever in the society we live in. Women are co-stewards of men in this God-created universe we are living in. Women’s full potential, confidence, and intelligence are their armor in this patriarchic society. Honing women’s education, skills, talents, and attitudes empower them even better than before, even adversities, challenges, and the pandemic cannot hinder them to shine brighter and be at their best at all times. 

    Women empowerment is one way to get the underprivileged, as well as the reasonably privileged women, to come to realize their worth and potential in the face of a male-dominated country and society. Women make a change, and change makes women empowered for the good and betterment of our society. Let us, regardless of gender, be each other's inspiration. Women's empowerment can take many forms, and we can all help by taking action. All of the responsibilities that women bear should be acknowledged and highlighted. We should use various platforms to shape societal views. Consider it a simple duty to empower, uplift, and educate people. We begin this new era of National Women's Month Celebration with the hope and ambition that WE ARE ALL FOR Gender EQUITY AND AN INCLUSIVE SOCIETY.

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Happy Heart's Day

    

    Valentine's Day is a holiday celebrated annually on February 14th. It is a day to express love and affection to romantic partners, family members, and friends. The holiday has its roots in ancient Roman traditions, and over time it has evolved to become a day for exchanging gifts, cards, and tokens of affection. Many people use the day to express their love through acts of kindness, romantic gestures, and special outings with loved ones. While Valentine's Day is primarily associated with romantic love, it can also be a day to show appreciation for friends and family members.

    So how was my valentine's day? My classmates and I agreed to trade gifts before the actual day arrived so that we could make our celebration more enjoyable and exciting. As we drew names, I chose one of my friends. I got her a candy jar with scrunchies and a lot of candies and chocolates. And I also received a lot of chocolates too. The math department also set up a booth for Valentine's Day that included a wedding booth, photo booth, and food booth—all of which sound like enjoyable activities you might do with your friends. Creating memories by taking pictures and trying new foods at the food booth can be a special way to celebrate the day. It can also be a great way to relax and enjoy each other's company.

    This day, people celebrate Valentine's Day in many different ways, from exchanging gifts and going on romantic dates to simply spending time with loved ones and showing them how much they are appreciated. It's worth noting that Valentine's Day can also be celebrated in other ways, such as spending time with friends or family, or even treating oneself to something special. 

    For me valentines day is just an ordinary day. We can show our love everyday, like they said, every day is hearts day. Because the true meaning of Valentine's Day is about expressing love and appreciation for those who are important to us, and spreading love and kindness in the world.

Kannawidan Ylocos Festival; Together We Are ONE ILOCOS SUR

    Among the festivals of Ilocos Sur is the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival, a celebration that lasts from the last week of January to the first week of February. It is a festival that celebrates Ilocos Sur’s abundant culture and traditions and its separation from Ilocos Norte. The Ilocanos created the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival to exhibit and share their cultural treasures with the rest of the world; it is a celebration of our vibrant culture.

    The Kannawidan Ylocos Festival is one of the many famous festivals in Ilocos Sur; this festival plays a crucial role in the culture and history of Ilocos Sur. In this special event, the rich heritage, tradition, culture, arts, crafts, and delicacies of Ilocos Sur is showcased and highlighted. Moreover, the festival is also a showcase of indigenous performances, religious rituals, and as well as cooking demos featuring the best of Ilocano dishes.

    Different municipalities of Ilocos Sur also unite with each other by displaying their products under the One-Town-One-Product (OTOP) booth inside the trade fair. Different contested activities are also organized in this festival such as the zarzuela, choir competition, street dance, and the most awaited event which is the Miss Ilocos Sur; a showcase of the beauty and brains of Ilocanas.

    In addition to celebrating the birth of Ilocos Sur, the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival has grown in importance to every Ilocano as a platform for us to share our rich history and culture with the rest of the world. This is an additional method of preserving the customs that the Ilocano elders have handed on to us. Festivals provide us joy and new colors to our life, much like vibrant seasons do. These kinds of events teach us lessons that will improve our morale throughout the rest of our life. The values of the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival must be preserved, archived, and passed down to future generations. 

    We must preserve our cultural values, respect the ways of life left by our forefathers, and maintain a long-lasting and harmonious culture. This festival is very special because it is already in the heart of every Ilocanos. Because together we are one Ilocos Sur .

Halfway Through

     Second quarter was definitely a blast. It is a relief that what we just learned was the basics of coding. I got to create simple web pages that contained various tags that do all sorts of commands thanks to knowing the basics of HTML. I am greatly satisfied with my performance in this lesson, and I also had fun working with it. This just proves that we can all learn and improve over time. Moreover, we still had our blogging lessons for this quarter. It was fun and engaging creating articles of our own.

     The end of this quarter is just around the corner, and it still feels unreal that two quarters of this school year have already finished. Time really does fly so fast. The past eight weeks of this quarter have been truly tough for me, and it’s a relief that it is already about to iend. This quarter has taught me a lot of things, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to expand my knowledge and stretch my understanding. I will make sure that the learnings I’ve gained here will be put into good use since not everybody has the chance to study and enhance their skills and understandings.

     I have faced minor problems along the way, which was definitely a bad situation for me. These challenges I have faced include tags not working properly and occasionally not properly comprehending the lesson. Luckily, I was able to solve these problems using my resourcefulness. Asking for help from my classmates was also a way for me to properly address these problems.

  Moving on, I will continue to learn and see if I can develop some skills with this lesson that we had for the second quarter. I am very grateful for the knowledge I gained in this quarter, and I will try to improve and enhance it more as time goes on. Overall, this quarter is very informative and engaging. I learned and enjoyed a lot in this quarter. I am eagerly looking forward to what the third quarter has to offer to us, and I hope I can use what I have learned in this quarter on the upcoming third quarter of this school year. I believe we can make it until the end of this schoolyear. Just keep goings!