CES HERALD 2017

Vol XVIII No. 1 Cabcaben, Mariveles, Bataan Region III June-November 2017 “Education is the
most powerful

weapon which you
can use to change

the world.”

Nelson Mandela

13 journalists rule press tilt
by: Johanne Kristine Mañalac, VI-SSES

CES journalist bagged BEAMING WITH PRIDE. The CES Herald scribes proudly display their awards during the awarding ceremony
six first places, four second held at Lucanin Elementary School.
places, three third places
and two fourth place to Buenaventura; Copyreading Reyes, Rhinna Paulino and Miss Annabelle Ambrocio
emerge as over-all champion and Headline Writing Jhaymard Constantino. teacher from Tomas Pinpin
in the recent District Schools (English) 2nd place – Vincent Memorial Elementary
Press Conference at Lucanin Pio Mosquete; (Filipino) 2nd The first place winners will School, Mr. Edgar Valencia
Elementary School on – Benedict Tanghal; Radio represent the district in the teacher from Bataan
September 5, 2017 Broadcasting (Filipino) 3rd upcoming Division Schools Learning Center – Orani
place – Nhowei Agpaoa, Press Conference to be held and Mr. Lemuel Fontillas
Winners by category James Nicole Sawal, at Dinalupihan Elementary of Bataan Peninsula State
were as follows: News Syk Tamayo, Loreleigh School on October 3-5, 2017. University.
Writing (Filipino) 1st place
– Andrea Joy macabidang; The Speaker judges were
(English) – Johanne Kristine
Mañalac; Sports Writing
(Filipino) 3rd place – Rholet
Joyce Manzano; (English)
- Kayezelle Peñaranda;
Feature Writing (Filipino)
2nd place – Ashley Sagucio;
(English) 1st place – Jeriel
Rivero; Editorial Cartooning
(English) 1st – Faith
Angelic Rustia; Science
Writing (Filipino) 2ndplace
– Harvey James Soliman;
(English) 1st place – Kurt
Brian Hife; Editorial Writing
(Filipino) 3rs place – Lenny
Jane Bueno; (English) 4th
place – Khervin Lloyde

13 Whiz kids shine NEWSBRIEFS

in District MathCom CES wins in Division SAYAWIT

by: Johanne Kristine Mañalac, VI-SSES Cabcaben Elementary School bested other schools after
winning 3rd place in the 2017 Pandibisyong Paligsahan sa
Over spilling with intelligence 3rd place – Arabella Jezrille Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao SAYAWIT category held in
and skills, Cabcaben Elementary Abelido & Nhelanie Queen T2twmh0oeoeT1mrvHie7hrea.uemasinnacedPacintrditietniaevddtpmieustidnryiicnaMtogioamfntehtmdsheteaJooorrpstisiincacrsotolotBuivEuctitSlideepnPrmergs-ovewennetusasre.yfoSrclheoaronl elarssttoOschtoowbecras6e,
School Math whiz kids once Sales; Gr. II: 1st place – Loriz GSTPhe Icnovmestpiettuirteionciesrepmarotnicieips ated by public schools in the
again bagged awards in the Jamiele Villapando;3rd place – DheilvdisiaotnCoafbBcabtaeann.Elementary
District MathCom held at Karl Rhylee Sanchez; Gr. III: 1st ScAhosoidlecofvreormed cSoAuYrtA, WOcItT.,24o.ther ESP contest categories
Antonio G. Llamas Elementary place – Klyde Justin Marzan; 2nd imWthneacitmlkhuiednt,hegi“.sjSinyceogaulert-iSnmgcoa: kuRtiinengsgpcoMonnodtnientshgt, poster -making and slogan-
School on September 8, 2017. place -0 Rex Blyth Alcovindas;
3rd place – Jenica Gorillo; Gr. IV: to CES ties upthe Challenge of the 21st with Zzish
The winners were: Gr. I : 1st
place – Marcus Buhawi Gomera; SEE PAGE 3

Cabcaben Elementary School levels up as it was chosen
as one of the pilot public school in the Division of Bataan to
experience the benefits of Zzish and Quizalize for free and
one of the pioneers in the contrary,

Zzish is a data-driven education app platform. The Zzish
teacher-dash boards and Quizalize quiz app combine
to deliver the worlds leading formative assessment and
classroom test tools.

Orientation and hands on training of CES teachers for
Zzish and Quizalize app was conducted last November 7,
2017 at the school E-Cclassroom.

2 JUNE-NOVEMBER 2017 NEWS
REGION III

CES celebrates Nutrition Month
by Rada Viktoria Quiro, IV-SSES

SSES pupil bagged the first Mother Rodora tied in the
place and Rosario Lozada second place and Jovert with
as Second Placer. There Mother Corazon-third place.
were also slogan and essay The celebration was
Anchored on the theme: - School EPP Coordinator writing contests.Ross Mae highlighted by the search
“Healthy Diet, Gawing recapitulated. Villaruel-First place;John for A-1 Child Competition
Paul Tormis- Second Place and Nutri-Jingle Contest.
In addition the feeding and Honey Mae Ignacio- These two showcased
program was also held Third Place.For essay the looks,talents and
spearheaded by the EPP writing contest, Angelica the brainpower of the
teachers along with the Joyce Diones grabbed the participants. Jen Charlize
school nurse Mrs. Donnielyn First place,Elecah Maye of IV-SSES and Vince
Bautista.An on-the-spot Alindogan, Second Place Ashley Adolfo of VI-2 were
poster making contest and Mariel Mauricio, Third adjudged as Mr. and Ms. A-1
headed by Mrs. Carolyn N. Place. Child for the intermediate
Lucio was also conducted. Parents also took part in level while Caryl Alexa
Habit for Life!”, Cabcaben Micaela Perdon, Grade IV- the celebration by joining Garcia of II-SSES and
Elementary School
celebrated a month-long the Parent-child Cooking Prince Edriane Hiteroza of
observance of Nutrition Contest. I-Sampaguita were crowned
Month. The tandem who earned Mr. and Ms. A-1 Child
The activities were the highest points from for the primary division.
launched by making reports the judges were Robbie The Grade III-SSES and
of the nutritional status with Mother Cora-First the Grade V-1 bagged the
of every pupil in which Place; Micaela with Aunt first place in the Nutri-jingle
Mr. Bryan Buenaventura Geraldine and Ivan Roi with Competition.

GPTA officers take oath Science enthusiasts dominate

District Integrated Science Fair

by: Kayezelle Penaranda, VI-SSES by: Carlyle Antoinette Garcia, V-SSES

“The role of the Parents- De Guzman, Mrs. Lorna Cabcaben Elementary SciArt IV; Maia Yasar, 3rd
Dunken, Mrs./ Aireen School has proven once place SciArt V, Patrick Jules
Teachers Association LLantero , Mrs. Alona again that it reigns supreme Tarroza 1st Place-SciArt VI;
Puno and Kristhel Catalan.
cannot be undermined. in the field of Science when Jazmin Hualde, 1st place-
Mrs. Bagsic, CES
The achievements of the newly elected president, they bagged awards in the Sci- Jingle.
assures their full recently concluded Integrated Science Investigatory
school speak volumes of the support in the planning District Science Fair on Sept. Projects both in Life and
and implementation of
tremendous dedication not programs and projects for 10 which was participated by Applied Science category
the good of the school.
only of its administrators all public and private schools and Science Innovation-

and teaching staff but in Mariveles. Teacher Category and all first

also of the PTA officers Winners by category are place winners will represent
as follows: Kuurt Brian R. the District in the upcoming
specially in realizing the Hife, 2nd place- SciQuiz III; Division Integrated Science

vision of the school”, a John Mathew Bacala, 3rd Fair on Sept.27 at Tomas

message expressed by Miss place- SciQuiz VI; Claire Pinpin Elementary School.
Gabrielle Garcia, 1st place-
Elvira J. Fider, principal

of Cabcaben Elementary CES screens ‘Bakit Pati Puso’
School, as she initiated the by: Rholette Manzano, V-SSES
induction of the school’s

newly elected GPTA To generate awareness “Bakit Pati Puso” is an The goal of the film
officers on Aug.7, 2017. among pupils on the independent film directed showing was to develop
issues of poverty and by Genaro “Nerdie” Cruz. positive values among
The newly elected education, Cabcaben Tickets were sold at P100.00 the youth. The film
officers are as follows:Pres.

Mrs.Cristy Bagsic; V. Pres. Elementary School held each good for two persons explores several relevnt
Mr. Noel M. Rea Villaruel; a screening of “Bakit (one pupil and one parent). issues faced by the youth.
Sec. Mrs.Aurea P.Galaboc; Pati Puso,” last Sept. 10. The said film showing The story emphasized
Treas. Roselyn Aberin; also accomodated pupils, faith in God, love and
Auditor: Bernard Amio; Some 500 pupils with parents and teachers from sacrifices, and great
BOD’S: Che Guevarra, their parents/guardians the neighboring schools, determination to achieve
Flordelyn Fernandez,. watched the film at a Townsite ES and Mt.View proper education in spite
Mrs. Leonora Sajuela, Mr. makeshift tent in the ES. of extreme poverty.
school covered court.

Edgardo Reyes, William

NEWS JUNE-NOVEMBER 2017 3
REGION III

Duterte, signs the The road to a bully-free Philippines
postponement
of Barangay On September 12, 2013, program for both the had legal underpinnings.
election President Aquino signed offender and the victim, The Constitution provides
into law Republic Act No. joined by their parents; that the State has a duty to
by: Andrea Joy Macabidang, 10627, or the Anti-Bullying and defend children from all
V-SSES Act of 2013. In a nutshell, forms of “abuse, cruelty,
the law prohibits bullying • Procedures for the exploitation, and other
President Rodrigo Duterte signed promptand effective
a law a bill postponing of Barangay or any severe or repeated response to bullying. conditions prejudicial to
and SK election.The elections had act which has any of the their development,” [Article
been scheduled for Oct. 23, but following effects: Causing Also, all teachers and XV, Sec. 3(2)], and to assure
Republic Act No. 10952 rescheduled members of the school
them to the second Monday of May physical or emotional administration now have a them of “quality education at
2018. harm; Creating a hostile all levels.” (Article XIV, Sec.
environment at school; duty to immediately report any 1) Certainly, education, much
Voters will choose one barangay instance of bullying that may
captain and 7 Sangguniang Barangay Infringing on another’s come to their attention. These less quality education, is a
members. As for the SK or youth rights; and Substantially myth when bullying thrives
council, one chairperson and 7 disrupting the orderly incidents, in turn, will have to and makes the atmosphere
Sangguniang Kabataan members be reported to DepEd every
will be elected. operation of a school. first week of each school year hardly conducive to learning.
Bullying under the law
All candidates for barangay takes place only among beginning school year 2014- The Convention on
positions should be: the Rights of the Child,
• a citizen of the Philippines elementary or high school 2015. to which the Philippines
• a registered voter in the barangay
students, whether or not of Lastly, schools have six (6) became a signatory in
where he or she intends to be months from the effectivity
elected the same school, whether or of the law within which to 1990, states that the “best
• a resident of the barangay for at not within school premises,
least a year immediately preceding and whether or not at a submit to DepEd their RA interests of children” must
election day be the primary concern of all
• able to read and write Filipino or school-sanctioned event. 10627-compliant anti-bullying governments when making
any other local language or dialect policies.
• at least 18 years old on election Hence, bullying involving decisions affecting them.
day a college student, or one Public school teachers and
As for SK candidates, he or she administrators who fail to It is in the best interests of
should be: committed by or against children to be “protected
• a citizen of the Philippines a teacher, is not covered. perform a duty under the law
• a qualified voter of the Katipunan will be imposed administrative from being hurt and being
ng Kabataan Department of Education mistreated, physically or
• a resident of the barangay for at (DepEd) Order No. 40, sanctions, while private school
least a year immediately preceding teachers and employees will be mentally.” (Art.19)
election day or the Department of
• at least 18 years old but not more Education Child Protection dealt with in accordance with In line with the Constitution
than 24 years old on election day and our international
• able to read and write Filipino, Policy addresses the latter. the procedure of their own commitment towards
English, or the local dialect schools. The license to operate
• must not be related within the 2nd Cyberbullying now illegal of erring private schools will children welfare, we have
civil degree of consanguinity or
affinity to any incumbent elected It is worthy to note that likewise be suspended. enacted domestic legislation.
national, regional, provincial, city, the fact that bullying can Presidential Decree No.
municipal, or barangay official in be committed outside A good start 603, or the Child and Youth
the locality where he/she seeks to
be elected school premises means that Although the law is only Welfare Code states that “[e]
• must not have been convicted limited to elementary and
by final judgment of any crime cyberbullying, or bullying secondary schools, it is a very child has the right to a
involving moral turpitude done through electronic well-rounded development
Bets who are incumbent appointive means, is amply covered. welcome development. At of his personality to the end
officials “shall be considered ipso this point, no one questions the
facto resigned and must vacate the Accessing a computer at horrible outcomes of bullying. that he may become a happy,
office at the start of the day of the home away from school in useful and active member of
filing of a COC,” said the Comelec. order to bully another will If the victim is unable to society.” To attain this, every
However, incumbent elected officials return to normal and integrate
“shall not be considered resigned” not provide refuge to the into society, he either dies or child should be protected
upon filing a COC for the barangay offender. against “conditions or
and SK polls. survives without self-esteem. circumstances prejudicial
In addition to defining the The latter means that the
13 Whiz...from page 1 prohibited act and giving to his physical, mental,
victim is a shell without the emotional, social and moral
1st place – Vienard Amio; 2nd place examples thereof, the law human spirit-unable to dream
– Jedidiah Arcenas; Gr. 5: 1st place imposes an obligation on development.”
– John Carlo Magalong; 3rd place and reach his potential. Worse,
– Ashley May Sagucio; Gr. 6: 1st elementary and secondary he feeds off on healthier spirits, The Family Code, on the
polace – Kurt Brian Hife; SUDOKU: schools to craft and publish other hand, imposes on the
2nd place –Bernardt Zidjian Bacala; within school premises and slowly transforming into a parents and those exercising
RUBIKS Cube – 2nd place Nhowei bully himself. As a result, gifts
Agpaoa. website their respective and talents remain hidden. substitute parental authority
policies against bullying. the duty to “enhance, protect,
Miss Jenna May Lucio, Mrs. Leaders shirk. No street is preserve and maintain (the
Fernalyn Magpoc, Mrs. Eleanor The same must safe. Society then is marred by
Vidal, Mrs. Maricris Aquino, Mrs. incorporate mandatory child’s) physical and mental
Maricel Hualde and Miss Anna Lyn mediocrity and defeat. health at all times.”
Aldueza were the trainers of these provisions on the redress of
pupils respectively. grievance and prevention of A government that claims Given that bullies are often
progress is at hand yet fails
All first placers will represent the injury caused by bullying, to acknowledge the issue is a reflection of the precept
district in Division MathCom on which include: and example set by their
November 10, 2017. indeed to be doubted. After parents, parents have a duty
• Sanctions against all, a competitive nation is
the offender, which to “prevent (children) from
characterized by creation, not acquiring habits detrimental
sanctions must be destruction.
commensurate to the to their health, studies and
State policy morals.”
act done;
Given the dangers, the fight source: Philippine Star
• A rehabilitation against bullying has always

JUNE-NOVEMBER 2017

4 EDITORIALREGION III

EDITORIAL HONESTLY SPEAKING
by: Kurt Brian Hife, VI-SSES
Lessons from typhoon
Our school is continuously Thanks yet
Typhoon Yolanda has left the Visayas with a massive reaping awards both in academic to our
trail of destruction to life and properties. Reports and sports competitions. Truly canteen
said that it was the strongest typhoon to ever hit a our school is a breeding ground workers
country in the history of mankind. of winners. Thanks to the who prepare delicious
untiring teachers and parents as affordable snacks.
However, devastating our experience might be, that
natural calamity served as an eye-opener for the many well CES rules! 
Filipinos our country’s typhoon warning capability must be
improved, the government must found the PAGASA with  The pupils’ nutrition is
the strategy of the art warning system. And because several not compromised despite the
typhoons visit our country every year, experts recommend Fellow pupils, some are high cost of food preparation.
the construction of typhoon shelters as evacuation centers in forgetting the PROJECT PILA. Thumbs up for Ate Alice
barangays. It can be recalled that at the height of Yolanda’s To those who are still practicing Camilo, Ate Jocelyn Obdin and
wrarth, some structures where people like gymnasiums it…continue the good work. Ate Baby.
and churches were also damaged exposing the evacuees to For the forgetful few, let me
greater danger. remind that disciplined pupils 
are those who patiently wait for
Typhoon shelters are structures built to withstand strong their turn especially in buying We are encoring you, fellow
winds and storm surges. These looks like buildings on stilts pupils to write poems, essays,
and are designed to house more than a thousand people. It snacks during recess. news and feature stories. We
can have an emergency communication system, a toilet and would like to welcome you to
storage for food water and other provisions.  our stable of budding writers.
Please see the staff at the ICT
It is also during these frying times that the resiliency of the room.
Filipinos were tested. The Filipinos are ready to rise , shake
off dirt and move forward amid death and destruction. A
proof that no matter how catastrophic the events might be
we are always ready to get up and bounce back.

After all, the Filipino spirit truly is water-proof.

Editor-in-Chief : Brian R. Hife
Asst. Editor-in-chief : Johanne Kristine C. Mañalac
News Editors : Andrea Macabidang
Nicole Sawal
Sports Editors : Kayezelle Peñaranda
Rholette Manzano
Feature Editors : Jeriel Rivero
Ashley Sagucio
Photo Journalists : Carlyle Antoinette Garcia
Lian
Cartoonists : Faith Angelic Rustia
Harvey James Soliman

Contributors: Letter to the Editor

Lenny Jane Bueno, Kherbin Lloyde Buenaventura, Dear Editor,
Vincent Pio Mosquete, Bnedict Tanghal, I’m in grade five now and I want to be a part of the

Nhowei Agpaoa, Syk Tamayo, Jhaymark Constantino, The CES Herald. May I know when are you going to hold a
Loreleigh Reyes, Rhinna Paulino seminar-workshop on writing?

Advisers : Mrs. Francia S. Quiro Micaela Abelido,V-SSES
Mrs. Rosalyn B. Angeles ................................................................................................
Mrs. Alona D. Puno
Mrs. Fernalyn C. Magpoc Micaela,
Miss Marinette M. Ruiz Thanks for your inquiry. We are planning to hold a
Miss Anna Lyn B. Aldueza
seminar-workshop next school year. Please wait for further
Consultant: Miss Elvira J. Fider notice.

The Editor

FEATURES JUNE-NOVEMBER 2017 5
REGION III

EE A R T H Q U A K E S
What is an earthquake? Earthquakes pencil would break in the middle, releasing cupboards. Prepare a first aid kit for your
are the shaking, rolling or the stress you have put on it. The Earth’s home. By taking special precautions and
sudden shock of the earth’s crust acts in the same way. As the plates checking for hazards before a disaster
surface. They are the Earth’s natural means move they put forces on themselves and strikes, you will be much more likely to
of releasing stress. More than a million each other. When the force is large enough, stay safe.
earthquakes rattle the world each year. the crust is forced to break. When the break
The West Coast is most at risk of having occurs, the stress is released as energy DURING AN E A R T H Q U A K E :
an earthquake, but earthquakes can happen which moves through the Earth in the DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON! Stay
in the Midwest and along the East Coast. form of waves, which we feel and call an indoors until the shaking stops. Stay away
Earthquakes can be felt over large areas earthquake.though scientists are working from windows. If you’re in bed, hold on
although they usually last less than one on it! Earthquake Safety Tips and stay there, protecting your head with a
minute. Earthquakes cannot be predicted - pillow. If you’re outdoors, find a clear spot
What causes an earthquake? BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE: away from buildings, trees and power lines.
Then, drop to the ground. If you’re in a car,
There are about 20 plates along the Have a disaster plan. Emergency slow down and drive to a safe place. Stay in
surface of the earth that move continuously preparednesscan save lives. Choose a safe the car until the shaking stops.
and slowly past each other. When the plates place in every room. It’s best to get under
squeeze or stretch, huge rocks form at their a sturdy piece of furniture like a table AFTER THE SHAKING STOPS:
edges and the rocks shift with great force, or a desk where nothing can fall on you.
causing an earthquake. Think of it this way: Practice DROP, COVER AND HOLD Check for injuries. Inspect your home
Imagine holding a pencil horizontally. If for damage. Eliminate fire hazards, so turn
you were to apply a force to both ends of ON! Drop under something sturdy, hold off the gas if you think its leaking. Expect
the pencil by pushing down on them, you on, and protect your eyes by pressing your aftershocks. Each time you feel one, DROP,
would see the pencil bend. face against your arm. If you live in an COVER AND HOLD ON.
earthquake prone area, bolt tall furniture
After enough force was applied, the to the wall and install strong latches to Researched by: Jaisha Mae Mendoza, VI-1

BASIC EMERGENCY KIT
You may have some of
these basic emergency find and easy to carry (in a suitcase Two litres of water per person needs items
kit items already, such as with wheels or in a backpack) in per day (Include small bottles that Prescription medications, infant
case you need to evacuate your can be carried easily in case of an
formula or equipment for people

a flashlight, b a t t e r y - operated home. Whatever you do, don’t evacuation order) with disabilities Extra keys for

radio, food, water and blankets. wait for a disaster to happen. Food your car and house Cash

The key is to make sure they are Basic emergency kit items That won’t spoil, such as canned Include smaller bills, such as

organized, easy to Easy to carry food, energy bars and dried foods P200 bills (travellers cheques

Think of ways that you can (remember to replace the food and are also useful) and change for

pack your emergency kit so that water once a year) Manual can payphones Emergency plan

you and those on your emergency opener Include a copy of it and ensure it

plan can easily take the items with Flashlight and batteries Battery contains in-town and out-of-town

you, if necessary. powered or wind-up radio Extra contact information

Water batteries First aid kit Special Researched by:John Mathew R. Bacala VI-I

JUNE-NOVEMBER 2017

6 LITERARYREGION III

MY TEACHER RAIN I LOVE MOM
by: Shine Batac, IV-SSES
by: Aiesha Armaine Ruiz, II-SSES By: Rholete Macabidang, V-SSES
I love my mother
M other is to me Listen, the rain is falling Surely and sincere
Y ielding knowledge beyond my mind’s capacity I heard the first plunk hit the roof She brought me here
T alents and abilities, she developed in me There’s no other sound like that In this world full of fear
My pulse dances like the drops beating
She pampers me with everything
E mbracing my young heart lovingly Now, hear the thunder rolls and rumbles For her, I’ll do anything
See the black clouds overhead To make her happy,
A im high, she always says And beg, No, it won’t rain today I’ll do all the things
C hallenges should be outbested Because without her
H earing her voice everyday I’am nothing.
I thank you Lord
E verything will be fine on my way Then suddenly the drops come slower
R eally my teacher is a second mother to me. For giving my mother in this world
In the challenges of life, she’s my sword.
Little Star The clouds fade away as the sky becomes
By: Kurt Hife, VI-SSES clearer Thank God. The rain is over.

Little star that shines at night BE A GOOD SPORT
Oh! You’re so wonderful and bright I By: Katelyn Hife, V-SSES

always look and watch for you If you win or lose in any game Don’t be Don’t utter hurting words Because in his
In the dark sky, so brilliant, so true! too proud nor hide in shame heart, you’ll cause only wound.

Before I go to bed and sleep In all battles and games Someone must
I think of the day and begin to peep Little
lose, someone must win. And when defeat becomes your fate Bow
star! Oh tell me please your head and never hate
When will I see the people I miss. When you’re the one who have the luck
Befriend your for and do not mock Time will come and patiently wait
Promises
Your luck will come some other date.
by: Nicole Sawal, V-SSES
12 Easy Ways to BETTER GRADES
By:Jeriel Rivero,V-SSES

Promises…Promises… Want to learn more, do better in possible.
Are they really made to be broken?
school and have fun while you’re 7. Write it down. If you have a lot

at it? Here are simple ways on hot of reading to do, take notes as

Are they really made to be broken? to ace those grades! you read. Write down the most
People tend to make a lot of promises
When problems arise, they promise to find better solutions 1. Set realistic goals. If you important facts.
When trial comes, they promise not to give up
They don’t want to be losers, for they want to reach the top. can’t get stellar grades, don’t 8. Read ahead. Being a chapter

fret but instead establish ahead will give you that extra

achievable tasks. Listening to edge in class. You might as

your teacher, participating in well look up for the meaning

oral recitations and submitting of unfamiliar words in the

But promises they made are sometimes not for long your projects on time. dictionary.
For their hearts are true but their hands and minds are wrong
Have faith in God, dream high, make it happen 2. Stick to a schedule. Have 9. Save the best for last. If you
And don’t let your promises be broken.
a study schedule detailing are having a hard time with a

exactly how you’re going to specific assignment, do it right

use your time. If you can’t away while your brain is at its

resist the call of Adarna then most alert state. Always tackle

FRIENDSHIP ALPHABET you have to read and make your weakest subjects before

your assignments before proceeding to those you enjoy

Honesto’s time slot. Always and excel at.

By: Russel Faye Mandia & Mariel Mauricio, VI-1 allocate enough time to each 10. Use rewards to

Forgiveness – The secret of everyday. They will subject with sufficient rest celebrate both small and
of lasting friendship defend us no matter what.
is forgiveness. A real Sincerity – If we’re sincere periods so that you won’t get big achievements. Promise
friend sees not only your enough we can win not
good traits but accepts only one but a million of burned out. yourself a yummy snack on
even your flaws and chums.
shortcomings. Happiness – the world will 3. Create your own study space ce you finish answering the
be filled with happiness
Rain or Shine - Be it when true friendship and always study in the same assigned exercises or treat
problems or triumphs, a exists.
true friend is there to give Independence – Friends place. Choose an area that is yourself to an hour of DOTA
a helping hand. teach us how to believe in
our hidden abilities. They free from noise and distraction. at your nearest computer café.
Inseparable - It’s nice to boost our self-esteem
walk through life with the and make us independent Remember, don’t dare study (just an hour my dear…..no
company of a friend. beings.
Peace of Mind – As long as in your bed and you’ll end up more , no less)
Ease - We can be true to we have friends around,
ourselves when we’re no matter how many sleeping. 11. Ask for help. If you
with our buddies. troubles we encounter
we’ll surely get over with 4. Do it your way. We have are having the hardest time
Never Back Fight – If you do them….with a smile.
these you don’t deserve to our own unique way of of your life answering tons
be called one.
remembering facts. Some of us of assignments and projects,
Defend – Our friends are our
shield from the humdrum use pictures, symbols and even don’t hesitate to ask the help

acronyms to make reviewing of your brother, sister or better

an easy task. yet the whole family.

5. Study every day even if you 12. Take a break. Our

don’t have homework. This minds are like batteries which

will keep you prepared for wear out and need to be

unannounced quizzes of recharged. Always have time

graded recitations. to do other things besides

6. Keep it interesting. Always study. Take up a sport or watch

try to make your lessons and a movie.

assignments as enjoyable as

SPORTS JUNE-NOVEMBER 2017 7
REGION III

The martial arts SPORTS EDITORIAL
of the Philippines
Regaining the
Researched and compiled by Patric Jules Tarroza, VI-1 PHILIPPINE PRIDE

Organizers of the Palarong is very specific after thousands of Basketball had been part of the lives of the
Filipinos. Each of us has our own bet in terms
Pambansa last April 2017 years have gone by. However, it of championships either local or national or even
international. We are very fond of cheering and betting
introduced wushu as one of the is also in part due to efforts made for our own street or barangay teams, school teams will
newly sports in the country. under Mao Zedong and Communist it be NCAA or UAAP or even the PBA seasons. We
rule to destroy almost everything really love basketball and the ball for many is life.
What is Wushu? Well, that
The Philippines raised its pride and national spirit as
depends on your vantage. Some traditional in China. Literature at we host the FIBA Asian Championship last August 11
and at the same time after long years of drought with
might call it a martial sport in the the Shaolin Temple was destroyed the FIBA Championship we had the runner up post with
the GILAS Pilipinas. During the height of the winnings,
modern world. However, a literal at this time, and kung fu masters the Philippines sweetly recalls the last championship
when the Pinoys are look up to as the tiger of Asia in
translation of the Chinese word fled the country, all of which left the basketball arena in the late 80’s with the PBA’s big
names like Jaworski and the next question is – What
indicates that “wu” means military the native arts somewhat fractured. went wrong?

and “shu” means art. In that sense, Given this and more, in the mid The Philippines drought in the FIBA championship can
be traced its roots due to lack of funds, lack of training
wushu is a term that describes the 1900’s the Chinese government and even lack of height, compared to our neighboring
Chinese martial arts, similar to attempted to nationalize and countries in Asia who are giants like the Arabs and
kung fu. In fact, both kung fu and standardize the practice of martial the Chinese. Our country is considered the strongest
contingent while other countries are just starting but
wushu were once considered to be arts in China. In essence, this turned unfortunately they have over-taken us.

the same thing. However, these aspects of it into a sport. In 1958, As we stand up again with a silver medal, we will show
again to the world that the Pinoy’s Basketball Dream
days wushu is more considered to the All-China Wushu Association Team – GILAS will bring back the nations name in the
lime light. Like the Philippine Eagle MAGIGILAS that
be more of an exhibition and full came to be via an appointment soars high, may the gilas that we have in our blood as
Pinoy be brought to the FIBA World Championship in
contact sport. from the government. Along with Spain and regain the PHILIPPINE PRIDE – GILAS
PILIPINAS!
Here’s why. this, the sport became known as

Wushu History wushu. Along the way, the Chinese
If one goes with the more State Commission for Physical
Culture and Sports compelled
literal translation of wushu as

a term describing the Chinese and moved forward the creation

martial arts, then the history is of standardized forms for most of

vast and somewhat clouded in the major Chinese arts, which led

mystery. Generally, the martial to a national wushu system with

arts in China go back thousands standards for forms, teaching, and

of years and were formulated for instructor grading. Around the

the same reasons they were nearly same time, wushu teachings were
everywhere- to aid in hunting and blended into curriculums at the
protect against enemies. One high school and university level.

of the early formalizations In 1986, the Chinese

of the arts seems National Research Institute

to have occurred under of Wushu was established

Emperor Huangdi, who as the central

took the throne in 2698 B.C. authority for level spinning and jumping kicks, • Long Weapons
etc), than perhaps previously. • Gun (Staff)
Specifically, a type the The sparring side of competitions- • Qiang (Spear)
sanda, which is sometimes called • Nangun (Southern cudgel)
of wrestling was research and sanshou- is all about standing or • Famous Wushu Practitioners
taught to troops at administration of striking combat. That said, there is • Jet Li: Li is one of the most
that t i m e a level of grappling used in these
competitions, derived from Shuai famous martial arts movie
involving the use Wushu activities in the Jiao and/or Chin Na. actors of all-time. He also
participated on the Beijing
of horned helmets. People’s Republic of Generally speaking, there are Wushu Team at the All China
main events in wushu competitions Games. Mostly under the
This was called Horn China. which are compulsory, as well as tutelage of Wu Bin- a world-
more individualized/other events. renowned wushu coach- Li
Butting or Jiao Wushu Competitions claimed 15 gold medals and
The compulsory events are: one silver at Chinese wushu
Di. From there, Wushu competitions are • Barehanded championships.
• Changquan (Long Fist) • Yuan Wen Qing: Qing has
the basics of generally divided into • Nanquan (Southern Fist) taken home multiple gold
• Taijiquan (or Tai chi chuan) medals at Chinese, World, and
Chinese martial two disciplines- • (Taiji Fist) Asian Championships. He was
arts history can taolu (forms) • Short Weapons formerly a part of the Shanxi
be found in the and sanda • Dao (knife) wushu team athlete trained by
• Jian (double-edged sword) the coaches Pang Lin Tai and
following article (A History and (sparring). Taolu or forms are • Nandao (Southern single- Zhang Ling Mei.
• edged sword)
Style Guide of Kung Fu). preordained movements designed • Taijijian (Taiji double-edged
• sword)
These days, the term wushu to defend against imaginary

is mostly used to describe an attackers. The forms part of wushu

exhibition and combat sport, which competitions are of course judged

is how it will be viewed for the rest according to specific criteria.

of this article. However, in essence the forms
As was indicated earlier, the that are used are derived in many
ways from the traditional Chinese
history of the Chinese martial arts

are somewhat clouded in mystery. martial arts. More recently, wushu

This is in part due to the length of competitions have become known

time we’re talking here- no history for highly flying acrobatics (high

Health Benefits
of Mind Games

Have you ever heard of the is inevitable, however, according
“mind-body connection”? Well to Franklin Institute, “When
scientifically it is called the 6,000 older people were given
SPORT S neuromuscular junction, and it mental tests throughout a ten-year
is due to chemical changes that period, almost 70% continued to
occur at this junction that humans maintain their brain power as they
are able to move. aged.” The areas most prone to
SPORTS TRIVIA degeneration and damage are the
According to the Franklin
Sports Terms b. Poacher Institute, hippocampus and the basal ganglia.
These terms are all c. Lancer The hippocampus is in charge
d. Hooker “Brain chemistry reveals an of transferring new memories
words that are associated essential unity of mind and body. to long-term containment in a
to particular sports from Neurons not only contact other different part of the brain, and the
all over the world. Test scrum. neurons, they also connect with basal ganglia coordinates orders to
your sports knowledge - back to his side in the skeletal muscles, at a specialized
and maybe discover a new jobs is to “hook” the ball structure called the neuromuscular move muscles. Through research
sport you might want to junction. There the brain uses it has been shown that both these
take up! props. One of his main acetylcholine – its primary areas can be positively affected if
1. What is the name of scrum, in between the two chemical neurotransmitter for
of the front row of the memory and attention – to one does mental exercises.
the small peg the golf positioned in the middle communicate with muscles. People that are intellectually
ball is rested on at the 4. answer: The hooker is Another of the brain’s key chemical
beginning of a hole? position called “chaser”. messengers, dopamine, helps stimulated (the Rubik’s Cube is
a. lunch regulate fine motor movement.” intellectually stimulating) also
b. breakfast has never been a soccer have a lower risk of obtaining
c. Tee these names - but there This is an ongoing process of
d. Dinner some small variations to the brain continuing to grow and Alzheimer’s disease. According
2. What is the name progress with exercise. Although to Franklin Institute, in a Case
of a player position in and strikers. There are the brain is continually growing it Western Reserve study of 550
American football? wingers midfielders, is essential to challenge the brain
a. Floopy Edge full backs, centre halves, early in life in order to fabricate people, “those more mentally and
b. Tight end more “cognitive reserve” to help physically active in middle-age
c. Baggy Buttock team are; goalkeeper, prevent against damaging diseases, were three times less likely to later
d. Loose Bottom positions in a soccer according to Dr. David Bennett
3. Which of these is NOT 3. answer: The traditional of Chicago’s Rush University in get the mind-robbing disease.”
a position in a soccer the ball carrier. accordance to Franklin Institute.
team? opposition from tackling Increased intellectual
a. Goalkeeper Although popular myth says stimulation throughout adulthood
b. Chaser tight end is to block the that one loses large amounts of was particularly defensive.
c. Striker of the main jobs of the brain cells as they age, according to
d. Full Back American football. One Franklin Institute in accordance to Examples of possible ways to
4. Which of these strange Dr. Monte S. Buchsbaum, “There intellectually stimulate the brain
sounding names is a or attacking team in isn’t much difference between a include reading, doing puzzles
real position in a rugby position on the offensive 25-year old brain and a 75-year old
union or rugby league 2. answer: The tight end is a brain.” Cognitive decline should [such as the Rubik’s Cube], usical
team? not necessarily be predicted. It instrument, playing cards or
a. Crusher hole. board games, and mathematically
the first shot on every
on top of the tee to play stimulating games [like the
The golfer rests the ball
plastic with a broad top. Rubik’s Cube].

small piece of wood or
1. answer: The golf tee is a

How to Play With a Rubik’s Cube

Rubik’s Cube is one of the most red, and green is always opposite into the shape of a white cross. the edge pieces into position on the
famous and enduring toys for chil- blue Make sure that the edge piece middle layer first, you’ll more easi-
dren and adults. Since its creation ly be able to position the rest of the
by professor Ernö Rubik in Buda- Identify the logo piece. On your colors correspond to both the top layer.
pest almost forty years ago, the Ru- Cube, the logo piece is one color, white center logo piece and the red
bik’s Cube is considered by many usually white, and has the Rubik’s and blue side and center pieces. If Position the pieces until
an unsolvable puzzle.[1] But with Cube logo on it. Generally, you’ll the pieces are in these positions, they’re in a vertical line by ro-
a few tips and some practice, any- start with this side of the Cube fac- you know you’re on the right track. tating the top side until the front
one can learn how to solve Rubik’s ing up. color of the edge piece on the top
Cube. If you’ve made any mistakes, try side (without yellow) matches one
There is only one logo piece. reconfiguring the pieces until you of the side center pieces. How you
Part 1 Getting to Know Your Identify the edge pieces. On get them into the correct alignment. move the edge piece is determined
Rubik’s Cube your Cube, each edge pieces have by the top face of that edge piece.
two different colors. These are of- Solve the white corners. After
Identify the pieces. Before you ten the last pieces of each layer that you’ve created your white cross on If you have made any mistakes,
start playing Rubik’s Cube, identify you will solve. the top face of the Rubik’s Cube manipulate the pieces until they’re
the different pieces of it. This will There are a total of twelve edge and positioned the edge pieces in the proper positions.
help you understand the mechanics pieces on a Rubik’s Cube. properly, you’re ready to solve the
of the Cube and more quickly solve Identify the corner pieces. On white corners. By making sure that Part 4 Solving the Final Layer
it. your Cube, the corner pieces have you’ve solved the white cross on Position Rubik’s cube with
three different colors. the top layer before you position yellow-patterned side facing up.
Identify the center pieces. On There are a total of eight corner the corners, you’ll have an easier At this stage, you’ll have a yellow
each side of your Cube are center pieces. time positioning the proper pieces pattern on one face of your Cube.
pieces, which have only one color Part 2 Solving the Top Layer in the middle layer. At this point, the yellow pieces on
on them. The colors are either red, Position your Rubik’s Cube the top don’t have to match the side
blue, white, yellow, green, or or- with the white center logo piece The white cross should still be pieces.
ange. facing up. As you prepare to solve on the top face of the Cube. Make a yellow cross. Just like
your Rubik’s Cube, it’s important yMake the corners yellow. You’re
There are six center pieces locat- to have this piece with the logo fac- Part 3 Solving the Middle Layer now ready to position the final
ed in the center of each side. Center ing upwards. This will make it easi- Position Rubik’s Cube with pieces of your Rubik’s cube by
pieces do not move and represent er to solve each layer of the puzzle. white cross on the bottom. In making the remaining corners on
the color of a specific side. Make a white cross across the order to properly solve the middle this layer yellow.
top. With the center white logo layer, position the completed white Once you’ve positioned the yel-
Center piece colors always have piece facing up, position the pieces side on the bottom. This will set low corners, you should have a
a specific color opposite them on you up to put the edge pieces in completed Rubik’s Cube!
the Cube.White is always opposite their proper positions.
yellow, orange is always opposite Position edge pieces. By putting