FEBRUARY 2023 - VOL - 43 THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF LAGRO HIGH SCHOOL, Q.C
Dr. Lera addresses
LHS problems to fix
by: Marc Tutaan, Anna Hirang, Shawn Dacumos, Frian Retiza, Ezekiel Imbien, Shight Alibasa
Photo from Ask Lagro High
Lagro High School continues the
FIGHT AGAINST THE USE
OF ILLEGAL DRUGS
Written by: Marc Nathaniel Tutaan
QCADAAC and BADAAC, together with the assistance of the youth
leaders and volunteers, held a seminar with the theme "Itono ang buhay tungo
sa mabuting kalusugan, Droga ay iwasan" Drug Abuse Prevention (DAPE
2022) with the coordination of the Kabataan Kontra Droga adviser, Mrs Melody
Viaña, Last December 2, 2022 at 1'o clock PM.
A non-profit organization named "Barkada Kontra Droga" visited Lagro
High School to implement the Quezon City Council Ordinance no. SP-2538, s.
2016 to prevent the use of illegal drugs.
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Photo from Marc Nathaniel Tutaan
Lagro High School’s new principal, Dr. Agapito "Butch" Lera, talked about problems that he
wanted to fix in an interview in his office on February 1, 2023.
The following problems that the principal has stated are the sanitation system of the comfort
rooms and the haircuts of students.
"There are a lot of problems that I want to fix one by one, and I am currently working on
problems that need urgent attention," he said.
LHS elects PTA officers for the school
year 2022-2023
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DepEd picks LHS to join PHIL-IRI
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Editorial:
"The Golden Era of Onions"
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LHS STEM students wins 3rd place in
2022 Geiod Quiz
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10 students in a
class confirmed the
act of
MASTURBATION is
more common than
we may have
thought
LAGRONIANS
grabs 3rd place at NIW 2022
Written by: Simon Peter Guiltiano &
Amber Nicole Señora
Lagro High School grabbed 3rd place for Student Creative Research at
the National Inventors Week (NIW) 2022 under DOST Technology
Application and Promotions Institute (TAPI) SO-2022-269 last November 24,
2022.
The week-long event held by the Filipino Inventors Society Inc., in
partnership with multiple DOST attached agencies, showcased different
inventions and creative innovations of a hundred Filipino inventors, at Ayala
Mall's Activity Center in Paranaque City.
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He mentioned that the lack of classrooms had come to his
attention. As a result, he worked with the office of infrastructure and
received approval to use the Vargas building for the upcoming
semester.
He further stated that there have been a lot of misconceptions
about his personality, including that he is a strict and serious leader.
"The strictness that I have is what is legal and what is right; I
don’t step down on the rights of our individuals, like our students," he
said.
In the following statement, he said he will try his best to
become a good leader by example.
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NEWS
WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
BY: CASSANDRA CAÑON & KRISHA SOPHIA DE PERALTA
Lagro High School won 3rd place in the Geiod Quiz 2022,
about how scientists used the irregularly shaped ball to calculate
the distance of an earthquake to the Earth's surface, sponsored by
University of the Philippines, Geodetic Engineering via Zoom
meeting last November 5, 2022.
The school's team had 4 members: Isaac Red Amba and Roven
Jest Dancel from STE 11 - Delmundo, Angenina Damil from STE
10 - Goodall, and Jc Gonzalo from STEM 12 - Zara with coaches,
Dranrev Biso of Science Department and Joe Manga Jr. of
Mathematics Department.
Team B member Roven Jest Danc said that with a lot of schools
competing, his team had a little chance of making it to the next round.
"During the final round, medyo nadisappoint kami sa nangyari,
kasi buzzer system siya eh, so paunahan, nung simula okay pa
nakakasagot kami, pero the following questions, parang delayed
yung buzzer kaya di kami matawag kaya ayun nakakainis kasi
alam namin ung mga sagot" stated by Isaac Red Amba, member of
Team B representing Lagro High School.
The school's team managed to be in third place and also won cash prize
amounting to Php 3,000.
Lagro High School competed against 19 other high schools in the Geiod Quiz for the first time.
LHS places 2nd in Onsite Poster Making
2022
BY: RACHELLE CABRERA, JAYJAY CORBO, SHERLYN RODRIGUEZ
Photo by Joe Manga
LHS grabs 3rd at NIW 2022
BY: SIMON PETER GULTIANO
ANDAMBER NICOLE SEÑORA
Animator Joacim Ulang, a student of Lagro High
School placed 2nd with his onsite following the theme
"Soils, Where Food Begins" with his content to
persuade people to plant trees because it is valuable
December 5, 2022.
The competition was held last November 25, 2022, at
the Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM)
Lopez Convention Hall in Diliman, Quezon City with
trainer Ryan Rojas Ricablanca and Mr. Artemio E.
Zabala, the officer in charge in TVL.
"The main inspiration that helped me push through was
the idea of being able to revisit my creative and artistic
interests." Ulang said.
Photo from Ask Lagro High FB Page
Photo from Ask Lagro High FB Page
He also said that his coach, classmates and family provided enough support system to motivate
him to join the contest.
"The main concept of the piece is to promote the protection of soil through proper education." he
added.
Specific winners received individual prices as a reward for their appreciation, while Lagro High
School, was awarded a cash incentive of PhP 8,000.
His first competition as a Lagronian was the Onsite Poster-making, and he was eager to
participate in further to represent Lagro High School.
Lagronians Tops among 4 in Art Contest
BY: FRIAN RETIZA & ROBBIE BRINGAS
Lagro High School grabbed 3rd place for Student
Creative Research at the National Inventors Week
(NIW) 2022 under DOST Technology Application and
Promotions Institute (TAPI) SO-2022-269 last
November 24, 2022.
The week-long event held by the Filipino
Inventors Society Inc., in partnership with multiple DOST
attached agencies, showcased different inventions and
creative innovations of a hundred Filipino inventors, at
Ayala Mall's Activity Center in Paranaque City.
The LHS team led by Evelyn Tombado were five grade 10
students namely: John Robert Arcaya, Patricia Fabregas,
Maurice Gimena, Cleolyn Maderazo, and Juliana Olleres,
created an eco friendly fire retardant from silica gel and
sodium bicarbonate (baking soda).
LHS from grade 10 STE won 5,000 pesos after winning in the Quaran Things Online Gallery
Art Contest.
"I was confident because I was prepared about the brainstorming ideas I invested for the contest"
Maurice stated.
"We started gathering the materials first kasi easily
accessible naman sila, then we did the experiment at
school with the guidance of our research adviser, Mrs.
Evelyn Tombado, '' Patricia Fabregas, a member of the
team, said in an interview.
Being optimistic and trusting her skills that she
learned from her mentor Josephine Bonsol,
made her a winner, Gimena added.
She also said that their product - silicide - delays the
combustion of wood to lessen the damage the fire might
cause.
Maurice also stated that Ma'am Bonsol taught
her to have a positive mindset and always have
trust in herself; Before joining the contest, she
was pessimistic about her decisions from
joining which led her to be uncertain.
Photo from Maurice Gimena
On October 12, 2022 the results of the Art Contest were released, and Maurice Isabelle Gimena was one
of the four winners who received the 5,000 pesos cash prize and the certificate of recognition.
Team leader Maurice Gimena, expressed her gratitude
towards their coach and research adviser, Evelyn Tombado
“I would like to express my sincere appreciation to my
research adviser, Mrs. Evelyn B. Tombado, for her
unwavering support throughout the project's development.
Her words of support and encouragement inspired us to
carry on and complete the study. Without her, we couldn't
have finished our project. We feel honored to be her
students because she is an incredible teacher," said Gimena.
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COURIER
BRGY NEWS ARTICLE
WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
BY: MARIA ISABELLE S. SALVALEON, MADELINE ANTOINETTE S. RAZON , MIKAELA PANGANIBAN
Lagro High School opened a Little Free Library space in the Simon Building after joining the contest
program of the Little Free Library Philippines Organization, last October 4, 2022.
Little Free Library Philippines Organization launched the LFL charter #51231 since 2016 in Lagro
High School and was opened again last October 4, 2022, to expand book access on the campus and encourage
more students in Lagro High School to read.
“Ang purpose niyan is to encourage more students to read or to have reading habits. Kasi merong
Photo by Maria Isabelle S. Salvaleon
students na may poor reading habits, ito ay para ma encourage sila na magbasa ng magbasa." Ms. Analissa Apiado said, a librarian of LHS.
Students saw the sustainability and importance of it on the campus, they had tried reading in the Little Free Library in their free time and they found it
convenient because of the short distance between their classrooms.
“Ito po ay convenient para sa amin dahil malapit nga lang siya sa mga classrooms namin at comfy magbasa dito even though medyo maingay nga lang.”
Kristina Cassandra Galon, a Grade 9 student said.
The student also talked about how the book helps her learn new things, and with this new Little Free Library space, she added that there is another space
for the students to read when the main library is unavailable.
"Syempre book is a valuable thing for me. It makes me learn new things and understand what life means, tsaka nagpapalawak rin ito ng imagination lalo
na kapag fictions kaya it's a win-win HAHAHA, And of course, book is like our knowledge naman." Kristina said.
"Para sa akin, ito ay helpful especially for us students na mahilig magbasa and tuwing sarado yung main library we can still read and learn in this free
space." she added.
The librarian said that the Little Free Library also accepts donations of books to have more materials to learn that students need in their studies, the
students can also take the books and study them at their homes but they need to return them back after use for the other students to use.
"Pwede mag-stay doon at magbasa, then pwede rin kayo doon magdonate ng mga books at uwiin yung mga books, but be sure na ibabalik din," Ms.
Apiado said.
The librarian also shared its plan to expand the Little Free Library space in every building that LHS has to encourage and lessen the poor reading habits
on the campus, also for better convenience for the students.
“Dapat every building meron tayong ganyan (Little Free Library), so yung sa
Simon building palang yung nauunang gawin.” Ms. Apiado said.
The campus librarian also said that when the library is full of students, they
can stay in the Little Free Library which is so functional for the library and the
campus.
DepEd picks LHS to join Phil-IRI
BY: REHAM BELLE I. DANGKAHAN,
BRYAN CHRISTOPHER T. D’SOUZA,
PRECIOUS ABIGAI GRACE Q. VEGINO
The Department of Education started the
Phil-IRI (Philippine Informal Reading Inventory)
with selected schools all over the country to test Photo from the FB page of Ask Lagro High
materials and validate Phil-IRI
by Dr Dennis Angeles
IRI as stated in DepEd Memorandum 378 s.2022 on November 11, 2022.
This activity aims to administer the JHS Phil-IRI selections to select schools in
Regions III,CALABARZON, and NCR, and utilize the given results tothe finalization of
the said materials, according to the DM-A-2022-2023.
“Big help kasi mas matutuunan ng pansin ‘yung mga estudyante na hirap sa
pagbabasa” a student from Grade 10 stated.
A Grade 9 student also said how Phil-IRI can help not only students, but also
teachers to know the students’ capability to read.
“Nakakatulong siya sa ating mga estudyante hindi lang para sa atin kungi para rin
sa mga guro, para ,malaman kung sino at saan nahihirapan ang mga estudyante
pagdating sa pagbabasa” the Grade 9 student said.
Lagro High School was chosen as the sole representative of the public schools in
Quezon City to join Phil-IRI, to be held on November 11, 2022 to December 2, 2022
with 308 students, 120 male and 108 female according to the said memo.
Lagro High School elects 2022
PTA officers
BY: FRIAN RETIZA, ROBBIE BRINGAS, MARC TUTAAN
The parent and Teachers Association of Lagro High School
elected new officers for the first time since 2016, held in the principal’s
office on November 17.
As stated in the Deped order
No. 13 s.2022, the issuance aims to
promote harmonious, active and
collaborative engagement among
Teachers and Parents and the
community in the implementation
Photo from the FB page of Ask Lagro High
of school programs for learners welfare.
In a statement, Math teacher and PTA auditor Sir George Antonio
said, the PTA may actually benefit not just the pupils but also everyone
associated with this school.
The newly elected PTA officers were Christofer Chua as President
for grade 10, Dennis Obenya for Grade 12 HUMSS as the Vice
President, Romar Agrigado as Secretary, Elizabeth Anjero as the
Treasurer, and Sir George Antonio as Auditor for Grade 9.
The PTA auditor stated that it is an honor to be a part of a group
that the school, in addition to the Parents and Teachers, trust to guide
and support the parental involvement in the classroom.
In a following statement, Sir George said, this organization aims to
execute upcoming projects and events at Lagro High School in order to
direct the learners and lead them down a better road where they will feel
protected and cared for as well as provide a setting for friendly
competition.
Lagro High School continues the fight against the use of illegal drugs
BY: MARC NATHANIEL TUTAAN
QCADAAC and BADAAC, together with the assistance of the
youth leaders and volunteers, held a seminar with the theme "Itono
ang buhay tungo sa mabuting kalusugan, Droga ay iwasan" Drug
Abuse Prevention (DAPE 2022) with the coordination of the
Kabataan Kontra Droga adviser, Mrs Melody Viaña, Last December
2, 2022 at 1'o clock PM.
As stated in the DepEd Republic Act No. 9165,
quoted, "Instructions on Drug Abuse Prevention and
control shall be integrated in the elementary,
secondary and tertiary curriculum of all public and
private schools whether general, technical, vocational
or agro-industrial as well as in non-formal, informal
and indigenous learning system."
Photo from the FB page of Ask Lagro High
In a statement made by the BKD Club Adviser,
A non-profit organization named "Barkada Kontra Droga" visited
Ma'am Melody Viaña said, the number 1 goal of the BKD is to raise awareness and empower
Lagro High School to implement the Quezon City Council Ordinance
the youth and students to encourage people to say no to illegal drugs.
no. SP-2538, s. 2016 to prevent the use of illegal drugs.
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EDITORIAL
“The Golden Era of Onions”
WEDNESDAY
There’s the simplest way on overcoming this problem
that kids can also do, it’s by planting onions. By
planting onions using their roots in our backyards, we
can produce onions. Buy an onion with a root that costs
a very affordable price, plant it in a pot or in a lot and
take care of it. It takes days and months but it's worth
the wait because we don’t know when this onion crisis
will end.
With this crisis, our school could do planting
programs for onions and other vegetables that were
affected by the high inflation. Doing this by having a
garden in Lagro High School can sustain the needs of
ingredients of the TVL and Cookery students. Other
than the TVL and Cookery students, canteens are also
affected by how onions are so pricey and it's an
important ingredient for them. What the school should
do is by having a planting project or program for the
benefit of the school and students, not only onions can
be planted but also other vegetables that can sustain the
needs of ingredients in the canteen and students.
Making this program could lessen the expenses of the
students in buying ingredients in this time of high price
and shortage. Even the canteen can harvest the planted
vegetables, so they can use it in making their menu for
the students. Also, planting vegetables in the garden of
the school can make the school more environmentally
friendly, and relaxing to study in and it can also be a
social attraction for the school.
As another solution, we can also lessen our
consumption use in using onions. We won’t die if we do
not have onions in our dishes. There are many
alternatives to use to spice up our food that is more
affordable than onions and it would still taste better.
There are already powdered condiments such as garlic,
onions, pepper and etc., in the market that is more
affordable, and have the same taste as onions.
It would be good if we had a leader who can
supervise this problem other than the president. It’s not
only onions that have a high price right now, even the
affordable egg slowly became expensive. We’re really
slowly turning to the “Golden Era” and poverty is still
there and it still doesn’t change. Now that some basic
goods are slowly turning to have a high value, it will be
harder for people to buy their basic needs to live. While
it's still early, let's make action and do these solutions to
overcome our problem and make the Philippines not go
into hunger and
poverty again. Let's help each other
and support
the government with the right
decisions,
let's all unite.
The “Golden Era” many people say this phrase when
Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. won as president. As the year
started, Golden Era really happened. The value of
everything went up high like gold. The red and white
onion whose price before is 80Php-120Php per kilogram
went up higher than the price of the meat per kilogram
that is 220Php-500Php, now the value of the onion is
600Php according to the Department of Agriculture. We
can see the big difference between the price of onion
before and now, it quintuples the price before. Onion is a
very essential ingredient in every Filipino cuisine.
Normally the Philippines consume about 17, 000 metric
tons of onions in a month, however, this month there are
only 5,775 tons to deliver based on the Agriculture
Department’s Monitoring of Manila Area Market Price,
that’s why nowadays we can’t even see or taste a piece of
onion in our meals. People would say you are rich if you
have a kilo of onions in your kitchen. We can conclude
that other than inflation, climate change and smuggling is
the other reason why we have a shortage of onions in our
country.
It would be hard for us Filipino, knowing that onion is
the main spice in our dishes. Poverty is still there and now
that the value of everything went up high, poor families
can’t easily afford to buy these basic needs in their
everyday life. Inflation changes daily, mainly because
many situations happen every day that can affect the
economy's growth. Of course, onion is affected by this
inflation that resulted in a shortage of it.
The price gets higher with how the typhoons hit the
country last year, which did not help at all, it only caused
tens of billions of pesos worth of crops to be destroyed by
the typhoons. With the country being at risk for rising
temperatures and increasing rainfall that caused several
tropical storms, which interfere with crop growth are the
reason why there is a shortage of onions and delaying
importation.
With the shortage of onions in the Philippines,
importing from other countries is supported by the
government, however, there are concerns that importing
onions can affect the local onion farmers because of the
lack of support from the government. The chances of
onions going to waste especially if it’s imported by the
local farmers is low because of the fact that sellers might
just lower the price than selling nothing.
Having this issue still not resolved can change the
demand, with the shortage of onions causing the need for
import in other countries such as China and other Southeast
Asian countries. Calingasan a municipal agriculturist once said
that “They should have computed the supply and demand for
onions as the current importation plan is going to kill them”.
Sellers might be the most affected after all when the
time the importation continues. The consumers
might not buy from them
especially if the onions are
imported from local farmers.
The onions can go to waste,
however, sellers might not have
a choice but to drop the price
themselves then the onions
just go to waste and they have
nothing to earn.
Smuggling and hoarding
onions is another reason for
this onion crisis, flight
attendants and OFWs are
suspected to smuggle kilos
of onions and fruits from
the Middle East by
Philippine Airlines.
We can’t blame them,
since they don’t have any
other option to buy onions
in our country at a very affordable price, but hoarding is another
way around. It’s a selfish act to hoard in the midst of a crisis, it
makes the issue to be more problematic, and it won’t make them
rich if they stock onions and hide them, then sell them after
a price increase.
LHS COURIER
Marc Nathaniel Tutaan Maria Isabelle S. Salvaleon
Madeline Antoinette S. Razon
News Editor
EDITORIAL BOARD
Editorial Writers
Maria Zhullianne
Josephine Bonsol
Ma. Cathrine Teves Lim
Abaloyan
School Paper Adviser/
Cartoonist
News Editor
English
Department Head
Erica Yumol
Column Editor
Dr. Agapito T. Lera
Chloe Therese Pangan
Principal
Feature Editor
COURIER
1 February 2023
VOX POPULI
How long do you think it will take for
onions' price to go back to normal or at
reachable price? Why?
Cañarejo, Matt
Grade 12 - STEM (Lantican)
I've thought, it maybe will
take about 3-4 weeks from
now for onion' prices to go
down for a more reasonable and
reachable price. This is because the
government imported from other
countries to try to solve or at least do
something to the increasing price of
onions and that harvesting season is
about to come.
Santos, Sam
Grade 11 - ABM (Delgado)
This current inflation of
onions in the market is said
to be a cause of the
Department of Agriculture's
failure to make accurate supply
projections despite price hike reports
from last year. If the Department of
Agriculture would be responsible for
this and take into account that it is
continuously becoming a challenge to
farmers and consumers, I will only hope
that the price of onions would be more
affordable by a quarter of the year.
Sarmiento, Paula Jane Malijan
Grade 10 - Platinum
I am unable to predict when
onion prices would get lower
or back to its regular price
because our country's
increasing inflation rate makes it
uncertain. Other materials used in
plantations are priced excessively due to
a domino effect of inflation. We
still need a specific plan from
economists or other responsible
officials for onions to return to
their usual price, therefore it is
possible that the price reduction of
onions won't take place right now.
Garma, Zyril Trish
Grade 9 - Diamond
As a 9th-grade
student,
honestly I
have no idea
how long it will take for
onion's price to be back
to normal or at a
reachable price, so who
knows? Maybe onions
will get back to a cheaper
price when harvesting season
comes.
Ocampo, Zuriel
Grade 8 - Narra
When the weather
isn't hard on the
farms. Because
once it rains, the effort of
farmers will double, and the quality
of onions, once it gets wet, will
lower. So in conclusion, it may be when it's
summer because that's when most plants bloom
to the fullest.
Jehojoaquim Joy Miranda
Zeph Destajo
Feature Editor
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COURIER
1 Febuary 2023
Use your creative mind rather than complaining
I used to think that learning ABC and 123 was the only thing I needed to do when I was younger, but now they've combined, which is hell for a teenager like
me. I just want to live happily, to eat, to wake up and enjoy my life as a teenager; instead, I wake up and worry about what next schoolwork I have to do. They give us
more assignments than time to rest, and I often wonder why I was born for this.
Saturday was the only day I wanted to come because it felt like a great day to rest after five days in hell. On Sundays, I always imagine the hell days of
schoolwork. Monday is the one I didn't want to come to because it's jam-packed with deadlines. I'd rather die early than do so much schoolwork. I was always running
out of time for other activities, such as my hobbies. Consider how our ancient ancestors only ate, woke up, and did what they wanted, whereas we have so much
schoolwork. Someone once said, "75 grades are all you need to pass, so why do I always put pressure on myself to do all of my schoolwork?" This makes me envious
of them. We only have one life, so why do I waste my time doing schoolwork? Living in this complicated world is complicated.
My father said, "Son, education is the key to your future," and my mother said, "It's better to be educated than to be ignorant," which is why I always study and do all
my schoolwork, even if it's sometimes difficult; after all that, I realized what the point of all that schoolwork is, and that it prepares you for incoming hell schoolwork,
such as essays. As a teenager of this generation, I have found that the more schoolwork that is assigned to us, the more students are lazy to complete it, causing them to
be lazy to study and ignorant of other things.
If we do not want to suffer in school, we must begin with ourselves. We must practice time management, hard work, patience, discipline, and the use of our
creative minds.
By: Ivan Kevin F. Directo
We can't blame everything on DepEd and teachers; we must first look to ourselves to see what we are doing to complete all of our schoolwork. Many students
are currently complaining rather than acting to help themselves. DepEd or even teachers should be aware of how students feel and their limitations;
I hope they do something to make students happy while studying. Furthermore, many adults compare themselves to this generation. They always said that when they were teenagers like me, they
could do better, not realizing that they are one of the reasons why the current generation is like this, and some students are losing confidence as a result. Doing this column is also hell, and it has made me
realize the value of our creative minds. Aside from that, I'm learning and want to learn more about the true meaning of reality.
The Stinky Restrooms
A Lagro High School student would like to speak out against what we believe needs to be improved in school, a measure that restricts free speech: the
stinky restroom at LHS, which was not prioritized by the school administration. Because we are students, we require a clean environment, particularly in terms of
hygiene. We are entitled to adequate school facilities. With all due respect, juniors yearn for the opportunity to speak about this issue due to the administration's low priority.
The fact that the administration does not always consult the comfort rooms says a lot about the students' opinions, not to mention the muddy toilets. It's quite irritating.
The floor is always very slippery when I use the comfort room during break time, each cubicle has no flush, and most of the time the water doesn't work.
The toilet is clogged, and some of the faucets are broken. Other students have also complained about the filthiness of the restroom. The
It's difficult to hold the door open while urinating because there are no doorknobs. It is difficult to use the restroom if the faucets and toilet flush are not working properly.
There isn't any water. We understand that it is a public cr and that the facilities inside the restroom are not comfortable or complete, but we are hopeful that the cleanliness
will improve.
Maintain each cubicle so that every student feels at ease using it. Not to mention the cubicles in the men's restroom, where there is no proper placement of each toilet
bowl; there are no even doors or anything that will separate the bowl; and anyone passing by in their car will see them urinating or whatever they're doing. It's always the
girls' bathroom that gets the most attention. Everyone deserves to be clean and well-maintained, and there should be no favoritism.
I'm also aware that it's not just the administration's fault; it's also the fault of the students who use it. We should also be cautious about what we do inside
Trisha Nicole R. Chacon
the restroom because there isn't always someone there to clean it. We must learn about basic sanitation and hygiene in order to keep the restroom clean and to relieve
the janitor/janitor who checks each cubicle. Many students stayed inside the restroom to take pictures, selfies, and other things; this is not appropriate because it is a restroom, not a photo booth. In addition,
some students use restrooms to cheat in their exams. They will tell their teacher that they need to use the restroom, but they will simply use the opportunity to search for answers in their tasks and activities.
What is the significance of all of this? These are a few of the reasons. The first is that, as individuals with free speech rights, we want to have a spotless comfort room because it is very difficult for us
to use each cubicle because of the slippery floor. It is also provided that cleanliness and proper hygiene for students to use should be very common in every school.
Second, students with diarrheal infections may miss class due to filthy restrooms. Proper cleanliness of the comfort rooms and each cubicle can aid in the prevention of the spread of many diseases and
parasites, such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), which can be contracted by simply sitting on a toilet seat. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, we or students must learn the fundamentals of
maintaining the cleanliness of the restroom, whether it is small or large. The cleanliness of a location is independent of its size. It is determined by how people use and treat it.
Everyone should be able to use the comfort rooms. We'd appreciate it if you could pay attention to this and make some small progress toward keeping things clean. Small changes in the restroom, such
as fixing the faucets, the clogged toilet, the water, and some rules and regulations that everyone should follow, can also help to improve. I'm sharing this experience with everyone so they can understand
what should be prioritized in school, how school funds can be used to improve restrooms, and how we can help as students in keeping the environment clean, especially when it comes to hygiene, even in
small ways.
Schools Apple of the Eye
Consider how favoritism operates in academies, not just for educators but for the entire school, such as unfair treatment, prioritizing
students based on their grades, teachers giving more attention to one student while ignoring other students, and even invalidating students.
Lower sections and said to be the problems of the school, while the higher sections are the faces of the school, from the students who I've just heard their voices on this issue,
what we've been keeping for a long time these are what make school doubly an education.
Being judged by grades lowers our self-esteem, causing us students to overwork and overwork to the detriment of our health. Instead, why not make us feel like we
have worth by changing our grades and raising them rather than making us feel we are nothing, and also cheering us up when we are down is the most beneficial.
We move on from our low grades and hope to achieve much higher grades in the future. Invalidating students through their sections should not be part of the system; we
students simply need confidence, courage, and hope that we will be better than we are now; however, why treat us as trash? Every student's knowledge is not based on their
sections; we are smart even without a title; attempting to make us come out and not be embarrassed by our section is the best way to have a good education and demonstrate
our potential. Telling us that it isn't the section that is the issue is the best way for students to have the courage to pursue their personal goals rather than stifling them.
Attention isn't a big deal for us students, but going overboard on giving all of your attention to only one or two students is wrong. It should be noted that there are more than two students in a classroom
who need to be heard.
Giving attention to all students is already a great help for their future because I guarantee that giving them attention like hearing all Your students' opinions can make them a better understanding of
life what I mean is you can't live life if you don't keep questioning yourself making yourself wonder and giving opinion also listening precisely to others opinions, just a little attention is already a great
help for everyone, even if you haven't been a great influence just a little attention is already a great help for everyone, The effects of this on students make them fear schools make them mentally ill and
have bad health stressed out and depressed and this problem just gets worse as these issues continue schools are known to be our second home a cozy and comfortable home but feeling like left out,
depressed, worthless, and more, the worst scenario here because of these issues it can be the cause for a student to commit suicide not knowing what they will do to this terrifying experience, this
generation We students are fragile in comparison to adults, which is why schools are there to support our backs, making us resilient and ready for life, not to worsen our lives, doubting ourselves, and
doubting their own decisions, there are many more issues of favoritism found but are not as famous or never been noticed but greatly affect students, why are schools still progressing on giving schools a
great name and a great education but so careless on issue just because it will put a dirt on their name? To be honest, based on my own experience, I can share any opinion on my family and I'm hoping for
someone to listen and understand me at school and I deeply appreciate it if someone ever did so, I will thank them from the bottom of my heart because it's just something that is so rare that just happened
to me, so please, even if life takes you to your limit, please don't give up bhe.
By: Jay-jay A. Corbo
Golden Canteen Foods
By: James Harvey G. Bacuetes Food in public canteens is only available to wealthy children because it is so expensive. For some, public schools are places
where they can learn, study, and graduate despite their low income. They may be eligible for a scholarship if they are
intelligent, hardworking, and diligent. Expensive canteen foods are something else entirely. The rice is only 25-40 pesos per bowl, and the kikiam, fishball, and kwek
kwek, or orange eggs, are only 20 pesos per cup, and you aren't even full, and the 20-peso cheese stick is just a wrapper, and I can't even taste the cheese inside. The
Cheese Stick is made up of 99% wrapper and 1% cheese.
I've been poor lately, and I've been trying to save my money for something that might be useful in my school, family, or for personal reasons, but prices in this country
are high. Let us reduce the canteen food prices. My pocket money is only 50 pesos, and I still owe 36 pesos in bus fares. So I only have 14 pesos left over. WHAT IN
THE WORLD AM I GOING TO BUY FOR 14 PESOS? I can buy junk food, but it will not only leave me hungry, but it will also be unhealthy. So I'd rather pack my
lunch before going to school than not eat. What's the point, after all? I'm going to pay 10 pesos for junk food that won't even fill me up or make me unhealthy.
My stomach hurt so much, and I hadn't slept well since studying for the test. According to research, if you don't eat, you may experience hallucinations. That's what
happened to me when I was hallucinating and almost fainting, but thankfully I didn't pass out during class. I just ate a lot when I got home and felt fine.
Increased household income from more jobs and higher wages, combined with an increase in consumer spending, is one of the primary causes of inflation, as it boosts
aggregate demand and allows businesses to raise the prices of their goods and services. When this occurs across a large number of industries and businesses, inflation rises.
They don’t have enough money to sustain the family’s needs, especially education. That’s why we have free public schools so that in the future those same children that are in poverty once they graduate
can help their families and sustain the needs of their future families and their current families.
This inflation is in the way of their success I mean if their money is not enough, how can they concentrate if they have an empty stomach? If you lack nutrients, it will affect your blood flow and if
your brain doesn’t get enough blood flow it will slow down. These problems are connected it’s called a chain reaction. These canteen foods are your only resort if you forgot or don’t have enough
money to buy groceries, but these prices are too high for an average public school. These prices for an average public school are way too expensive and generous.
Some of the people in the public school can't even afford a simple meal. It's too dangerous to study without eating because you will lose your sense of focus and you will lose your concentration in
your studies because of your gurgling stomach.
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WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
BY: SHERLYN B. RODRIGUEZ
illionaire at just one click that will be CEO. Beatriz Furthermore,
M
Faith Guarino, also known as Bea, is a resident of San
Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, and she is currently making
over 100 million pesos through a significant fraud. The
CEO of The BFC Corporation Company, which has
employed three agencies and is suspected of being an
investment fraudster, Bea. The generation makes an
effort to avoid advertisements when they appear in your
Twitter feed or Facebook reels, but as soon as they get
widely known, you try to click on them. How to
become a Bea fast millionaire using specific steps.
First, carefully thought out. She can fool more
people with well-planned tricks, which some fall for,
and she must act unquestionably. Second, being wellprepared is nothing if she cannot persuade others
effectively. It would be best if you made some
mindset variations to convince people. To convince
people, you must be confident that people, also
investors, are persuaded by the reasoning.
Make your Mom dumb
fraudsters are skilled at
creating attractive false tales to make
themselves credible to you; they offer
many promises, just like your cheater
lover, and once you believe them, there is
no turning back. Third, she feels no guilt;
she is the one who scammed them, and
she continues to act rudely by making
purchases that will not address their
problems despite knowing they exist.
Fourth, she has a backup who
manipulates others, a harmful influence
over others. People who manage others
attack their mental and emotional sides to
get what they want. And last but not least
are skilled at sneaking out to avoid the
punishment they face. They use the 'catch
if you can' attitude just like Bea did to
people she scammed in social media. She
ghosts it as if like nothing happened and
pretends to be unbothered.
BY: JOHN ANDREI M. DOROMAL
our mother thinks that you are too ugly that's why she
Y
doesn't believe on what you are saying. You've walked a
lot of roads only to find some methods to spin her head,
but you're blind, so you've come up empty-handed. You
were always caught lying to your mother about how
reckless you were in scamming her since she is your
home's cctv, which you were unaware of. Although I don't
have a mother of my own, I'm going to demonstrate some
of these 3 flawless tactics for tricking your mother that she
doesn't even know about yet.
The first thing you must do is to improve your
appearance. If you are ugly in the beginning, I'm sincerely
sorry but you have no chance. You must be attractive in
your mother's eyes so that you appear and feel reliable on
her. Second, Act like Nora Aunor, say things with emotion
as if you just won an Oscar, and add teary eyes for
additional dramatic effect as you appear like a young child
who is pleading with an adult to buy you a toy, so that your
mother would feel pity on you. The third and final piece of
advice is really helpful; tell her you love her more than
your crush and that she is the most stunning, gorgeous, and
outstanding mother who have ever lived, that she deserves
to have a child like you, as well as that she would
eventually come to trust on the words you'll gonna say, of
course she'll undoubtedly believe that and would agree
since she is a dummy.
Having younger siblings is one big explosion of fun
and mess. As firstborns, we've all probably asked our
parents for a baby when we were little. A playmate is
what you wanted, which is why you asked for a little
brother or sister in the first place. Admit it, you aren't
prepared for all the endless whining that could break
your eardrums into bits, plus they always carry the
urge to distract and tease you randomly just to get
what they want.
Peeking at the bright side, younger siblings can also
be very sweet and caring as they are the family's
source of joy. They give off so much energy that it
annoys you most of the time, though you don't have to
worry that much. Remember, those young people get
fooled as easily as pie. Here are three not-so-cruel
ways to scam the young ones.
First, you are having the time of your life eating
your favorite food, becoming so selfish that you refuse
to let your younger sibling have a taste when they ask
for it. Brat! Be a little kinder and share it with them;
Even though a fraudster
will try to act, shyness
will be lost just for money.
That is the exact process for
quickly becoming a millionaire.
You will profit without a problem
on that simple. You only need to
follow those steps to succeed at
scamming. Even if it's a fraud, it's
simpler to make quick money than
to seek for a solid job. Seem to be
aware that after you have
performed unfairly, there is an
alternative, which is the suffering
of the guilty If you mistreat the
people like that, it will backfire on
you. There is a jail that's waiting
for you.
Despite the fact that many children like
you had tried to con their mother but still
couldn't succeeding, owing to the fact that
your mother had also defrauded her parents
in the past, she was aware of the various
strategies
you were
employing
to con her
that's why.
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But have you realized how hard it to
take someone's promises? You may not be
aware of it, but promises can be sometimes
hard to believe and accept, the reason is
that promises can sometimes wearing a
mask that pretends to be nice or dangerous,
just like how your partner makes promises
to you, you might not be aware of some of
the things that they are expressing to you.
Be wary of those people who make
promises but can't even implement and
perform it to us, using us like mere toys.
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Funny ways to goofy
your Dad
BY: GABRIEL LUIS R. GONZALO
s a child, you tend to get your if everything went right, he'll give
A
parent's approval as many times as you twice or more as much as your
possible. Parents let their guard
down when they are unaware of
attempts to persuade them to say
yes and will believe that they
voluntarily made the choice. Your
parents won't be aware of the work
and sway you used to persuade
them to say yes to you.This
approach is quite effective. Here
are some tips on how to scam your
dad. First, tell your father that he is
the most handsome man in the
world; your father will think that is
the reason why your mother fell.
Second, make your father laugh by
cracking a joke or making fun of
him. Even if you're disappointed
that
he's declining, saying
something absurdly humorous
can make everything better. Third,
if you ever found your father drunk
and he began to alter reality and
fantasy ,take the opportunity to ask
for money;
lunch money; if not, then good
luck. Fourth, Last, say all the good
words to them as much as you can,
that is the most effective you can
say to scam your father.
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That's the advice you can use on
how to scam your father; wait, you
can't use the advice; your father has
already left. If you have a great
father, and he is a good scammer,
like when he said he was going to
come back after buying milk at a
convenience store, and now you
used to have a great father. Don't
scam your father, so you'll never
destroy his trust in you and value it.
Tricks to trick the little ones
BY: ALLAINE CHRISNA S. LARGO
to add more flavor, a spoonful of spicy condiments would be
lovely. The little one will surely like it, to the point that they
won't bother you again to share it with them next time.
Second, at least spend time with them even if you're busy.
Go play with your little brother or sister when they invite you
to; a game of hide and seek sounds fun to them. Very basic:
let the younger one count while you hide, or should I say,
while you leave them unattended and get back to your room
so you can continue whatever nonsense you're doing in life.
Just pray that your sibling won't get lost searching for you
across the streets, or else your mother's eyesight will turn so
dark that she can't see you apologizing, and you'll get kicked
out of the house. Last, express your love towards them. Yes, I
know, it's kind of cringy for you since you don't feel that way
but trust me on this one. It would turn out like you're a great
older sibling without them thinking about all the traps you
laid.
Those are the three risky yet helpful tricks for you to
escape from your younger sibling's annoying presence.
Now, you might as well perform a ritual at night since
you're on the verge of being homeless after all this. No one
in the family cares if your sibling was the cause of the
scene; you are older, which makes you a troublemaker in
their eyes.
Hold on; these scam tips are all useless to you. If I
haven't mistaken, your mom and dad didn't grant your wish
to have a younger sibling, all by yourself,
which
already
causing so many
headaches in the
household. What
if there is a little
one? Oh, silly, it
might be the end
of your parent’s.
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WRITERS:
MIRANDA, JEHOJOAQUIM
MAGNO, SHANNON
MONROY, PRECIOUS
ING YNG CO
LAYOUT BY:
ALIBASA, SHIGHT REIGN
WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
For a classroom full of students, there's always that "pabida" and
"patingen" person surrounding you from front to back of the class who's
living in their own land and world where they're the only one who exists.
To be honest, I'd rather hang with them than hang out with groups of
people who doesn't do anything in life other than sitting down playing
mobile legends and finding love on the internet.
Once and for all, Bida ang SaYawi for the best duo of every
school existence.
Whenever we talk about Jollibee, the first thing that comes to
mind is that this is only a food chain, but not for millennials. Jollibee, for every student in class,
these are the people who sponsored answers to those yawi people "kopya lang ang alam." Jolibees
are also the teacher's pets that nakshies and mhiemas hate.
A certain student took their test and did not know what to answer
because they did not review the day before their science test. He panicked because he did not
know what to write down. Suddenly, he took a peek at his classmate's paper who is known to be
smart so that he can write down the right answers to the test and score an ace.
Not all jollibees are entitled "bida-bida" but also "papansin," and they try to
be the main topic, not just in the classroom but in the entire school. That's why mhiemas and nakshies
hate them because Jollibees are the ones who get more attention and praise from others than mhiemas
and nakshies.
Meanwhile in the back of the classroom, there is a group of species that go to
school without any knowledge about their lessons. They are like Luffy who can extend their necks just
to peek into their classmates answers and ace the test. Even though the Yawi’s are like this, we can’t
deny the fact that they always set the mood and makes everyone smile including the Jollibee’s
sometimes.
MATANG YAWI
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BY
: JE
HOJ
O A Q UIM J O Y M
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IRA
DA
"Ano sa number wan?"
BY: KIENNAH BRUTO
Are you tired of dealing with cheating classmates and lazy students? Look
no further! This guide will provide you with a comedic look at the tactics and
strategies used by those who try to take the easy way out in the classroom just
like "Yawi" student's do.
First, the cheaters in class. The classic move is to sneak a peek at the person
next to you during a test. But why settle for just a peek when you can go all
out and bring in a cheat sheet disguised as a "hand sanitizer" bottle? Just make
sure to keep an eye out for the ever-vigilant Jollibees who just can't seem to
mind their own business.
Yawi's are the ones who always seem to have a "forgotten" homework
excuse ready at all times. They're the masters of the art of procrastination, and
can make a 20-page research paper due in a week disappear in just a few can
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see the lighter side of their antics. So, the next time you encounter a cheater or
a lazy student in the classroom like Yawi's, just sit back, relax, and enjoy the
show.
BY: PRECIOUS MONROY
And if all else fails, just remember, if you can't beat them, join them! Just
In the classroom, there is always "pabida" or Jollibee "bida ang inis"; they are
make sure to keep an eye out for the ever-vigilant Jollibees or teacher's pet
the
ones who stick close to the teacher. Jollibee's sometimes act as Grab drivers,
who just can't seem to mind their own business. Sometimes, they would slither
accompanying teachers and picking up from the first to fourth floors.
in to your paper and get double vision without you noticing.
Jollibee, are those students who are also humble, are you sure they're really
humble? They always say that their scores are lower when they only have one
mistake, literally just one mistake. Jollibee will always remind the teacher that
there is an assignment, even if others have not done anything. What do we even
expect? That is how Jollibees are: always reminding things that should be
forgotten.
JABEE'S DAILY ROUTINE
"SUSUMBONG KO KAYONG LAHAT"
Sometimes Jollibees are also overworked; it may seem like they are not, but
you are totally wrong; they even make a fuss about the tiniest bit of dust, which
you cannot even see even if you put your face so close to it. Though they don't
really clean their house, that is what you call "pabibo," cleaning the classroom just
so you will look diligent in front of the teacher, but clearly they cannot even clean
their own house. Just how great that sounds.
They always want something to do at school; they even write "noisy" even
though they are the ones who are noisy. And if the other students do not obey her,
Jollibee will cry, and other students will comfort her using a comb. Jollibees are
crybabies; they don't want someone higher than themselves, "higher" just like the
expectations that they get from their parents.
In other words, Jollibees are the ones that can ruin the fun aka "Kill Joy"
people. There's no fun in the classroom when you're with these people because all
they do is blame here, blame there, blame everywhere. In a different lifetime,
maybe Jollibee will be Mcdonald's, which are people who loves everyone and
everything because of "Love ko 'to".
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Sexual violence is a devastating epidemic in the Philippines,
tearing apart the lives of countless women and leaving deep
emotional scars that last a lifetime. One in five women in the
Philippines will experience sexual violence in their lifetime, a
staggering statistic that should shock and outrage us all.
Despite the efforts of the government to combat this issue,
with laws such as the Anti-Rape Law of 1997 and the AntiViolence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, the
problem persists. The root cause of this issue is a lack of
education and awareness about sexual violence and consent,
which leads to victim-blaming and a culture that turns a blind
eye to the suffering of survivors. But we cannot simply sit idly
by and allow this horrific abuse to continue. Organizations
such as the Philippine Commission on Women and the
Philippine Alliance Against Pornography are working
tirelessly to educate the public and empower women to speak
out against abuse. Hotlines and crisis centers have been set up
to provide survivors with counseling and legal assistance, and
programs are in place to provide medical care and financial
assistance. But true change requires a complete overhaul of
our legal system, to ensure that perpetrators are brought to
justice and victims are protected. It requires a cultural shift,
where we reject the objectification of women in the media and
promote gender equality in all areas of life.
BY: JOAQUIN LUIS A. BONIFACIO
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The government, NGOs, and private sectors must come
together to provide a safer and more inclusive
environment for victims and their families, through safe
houses, education and livelihood programs, and
community-based approach to prevent and address
sexual violence. We must recognize that sexual violence
is not only a legal issue but also a public health issue,
and that victims and survivors need medical,
psychological, and social services to heal. We must
involve men and boys in the prevention of sexual
violence and promoting gender equality. The Philippines
has committed itself to various international conventions
and agreements, such as the Convention on the
Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against
Women (CEDAW) and the Beijing Declaration and
Platform for Action. It is time for the Philippines to live
up to these commitments and take bold and decisive
action to put an end to sexual violence once and for all.
The time for excuses is over. The time for action is now.
Let us come together, united in our determination to end
this epidemic of sexual violence, and create a society
where women can live without fear and with dignity.
BY: JOAQUIN LUIS A. BONIFACIO,
KIAN REN C. SISON,
BJORN ALBERZ F. BUAN
BY: JOAQUIN LUIS A. BONIFACIO, KIAN REN C. SISON
Porn, the elephant in the room that no one
wants to talk about. But let's face it, we've all
seen it and it's time to have a real conversation
about how it's impacting our sexuality. First
things first, let's get one thing straight (no pun
intended), there's nothing inherently wrong
with watching porn. But, like anything else, it's
all about moderation. And unfortunately, for
many adolescents and young adults,
moderation is not the name of the game. You
see, the problem with porn is that it often sets
unrealistic expectations for both men and
women. Suddenly, everyone's supposed to
have perfect bodies, last for hours and have
multiple orgasms. Newsflash, that's not how
real sex works. But it's not just about the
physical side of things. Pornography can also
lead to distorted views on consent and
boundaries. The constant portrayal of
aggressive behavior in porn can make it seem
normal and even desirable in real-life sexual
encounters. And let's not forget about the
impact on relationships. Constant consumption
of porn can lead to a lack of desire for real-life
intimacy and an inability to form healthy
connections with others.
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So, what can we do about it? First and
foremost, educate ourselves on the realities of
porn and its impact on our sexuality. And, as
always, moderation is key. Make sure to take
breaks and engage in other forms of sexual
expression. And most importantly, let's start
talking about it. The more we can openly
discuss the effects of porn on our sexuality,
the better equipped we'll be to make informed
decisions about our own consumption. In
conclusion, porn is like that one friend who
always shows up uninvited, it can be fun in
small doses, but it's important to set
boundaries and not let it take over our lives.
Remember, real-life intimacy is where it's at,
don't let porn fool you otherwise. So, let's
have the conversation, educate ourselves, and
make sure that our sexuality is a reflection of
our own desires and not the fantasies of
others.
Consent is not just a buzzword, it's
a crucial aspect of any sexual
encounter. Think of it like a secret
handshake you do before getting
intimate. Without consent, sexual
acts are like trying to enter a club
without the password- not gonna
happen. It's important to establish
and respect boundaries when it
comes to sexual activity. Just like
how you wouldn't go into
someone's house without asking
first, you shouldn't go into
someone's body without asking
either. Remember, consent is not
just a one-time thing, it's an
ongoing conversation. So, checkin with your partner throughout
any sexual encounter, just like
how you would check in with your
friend if you're lost in a maze. It's
also important to respect any
boundaries that a partner may
have set. If they say "no" to
something, don't try to sneak it in
like you're trying to sneak in
snacks at the movies. Discuss
what you're willing to do.
BY: JOAQUIN LUIS A. BONIFACIO,
KIAN REN C. SISON
We've all heard the whispers and
jokes, but our recent survey of 10
students has confirmed that the act of
masturbation is more common than
we may have thought. 60% of
students surveyed admitted to having
indulged in self-pleasure at least once.
But why is it that masturbation is still
such a taboo topic? The truth is,
masturbation is a normal and healthy
part of human sexuality. It allows
individuals to explore their own
bodies and understand their own
desires.
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Plus, it's been known to have benefits such as reducing stress, improving sleep,
and even boosting the immune system. Despite its normalcy, many people still
feel ashamed to talk about masturbation. But why should we be ashamed of
something that is a natural part of human sexuality? It's time to break the stigma
and have open and honest conversations about self-pleasure. Many of us are
afflicted with self-loathing and shame about our body functions but what are you
ashamed of?
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It's important to remember that alcohol and
drugs can impair judgement and make it
difficult to give or receive consent. So, always
have sober and clear communication with your
partner when engaging in any sexual activity,
like you would if you're trying to order at a
drive-thru. Remember, if you're unsure if your
partner is comfortable with a certain activity,
ask them and always respect their answer. It's
like when you're trying to figure out what to
watch on Netflix, you ask your partner what
they're in the mood for. Finally, consent is all
about communication, so talk openly and
honestly with your partner about what you're
comfortable with and what you're not. It's like
when you're trying to plan a surprise party, you
have to communicate with everyone involved
to make sure it's a good time.
Masturbation is a meditation on self-love,
there is no risk of pregnancy or obtaining
an STD because it’s all done solo.
Masturbation will always be available to
humans as a safe and easy method of
enjoyment. So, the next time you're
caught scrolling through your phone in
the library or hiding in the shower for an
unusually
long
time,
don't
be
embarrassed. You're not alone, and
there's nothing to be ashamed of. In
conclusion, masturbation is a normal and
healthy part of human sexuality. Let's
start talking about it openly and break the
stigma surrounding it. And remember,
there's no need to hide it, we're all in this
solo act together.
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WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
CLASS ANATOMY
By : meridette Hernandez
Kabit students are attention seekers who loves flirting even with teachers are
discussing lessons or while eating in the canteen. Some like to call them "pick me's"
for they will do anything for male validation. They love to cling on their male
classmates like monkeys who haven't eaten in years. They are always hated by the
whole class for they are rude and shows an attitude to people that they aren't
attracted to. These are the same students who gives birth to a child like them at an
early age and solely depends on their parents who love them enough to take care of
their grandchildren.
They like to act masculine or do manly things for their male friend's attention. They’d
rather hangout with men rather than hanging out with other women for the reason that
women have more “drama". They do anything just to be the star of their section
because they think they are better than everyone when in fact, they can't even pass
their tests and requirements. These students love to post on facebook and even
tiktok so they could show parts of them no one even wants to see for they are just
kids in everyone's eyes.
Eventhough they are straight up annoying, we can't deny that they are just victims of
bad parenting and a bad environment. They are too obsessed with attention and
affection that they do things they shouldn't be doing at their age to feel loved.
KABITS
Drawn By Dwayne Wanasen
As class pets, nakshies are obedient and slaves. They are egoistic because they are
associated with people who are high on the school's social ladder or also called as
mhiemas. They always stick with their mhiemas despite secretly hating them for they
are too weak to defend themselves from the bad things they do. They are like dogs
who follow their "master" around waiting for a treat.
They might not be the ones who starts the fight all the time but they will fight like
their life depends on it if someone provokes them. Like their "mhiemas", they won't
back down especially when their "reputation" gets damaged. One thing that is good
about them is their confidence for they do many cringey things without feeling
ashamed. Their passion with being just like their mhiemas is unreachable for they are
too determined to dethrone and be as problematic as them one day. Nakshies are
the ones who like to post their selfies doing not-so-minor friendly poses and still feel
proud with themselves because their friends who likes to tolerate them always hype
them up in their comment sections. Little do they know, their friends are probably
talking about how cringe they are in a group chat without them.
NAKSHIES
Drawn By Dwayne Wanasen
Nakshies might be good in fighting everyone but they are surely not good with
picking who they become friends with. They might be high on the schools social
circle but they definitely can't trust their friend group for they are just there for
connections and power.
Hot headed bossy war freaks who acts as the mother leader of the group that's
frequently seen in canteen and outside the school for after-school fights along with
other members of the group named as nakshies or children. Their faces are as red as
tomatoes because of liptint, for the reason that they're ugly. All they do is control
their inferior classmates and make them do the things they're too lazy to do.
Mhiemas are the leaders when it comes to fights and will hunt anyone who mess with
them or the members of their group, which is why everyone avoids getting into a fight
with them. They can also be found often at the guidance office for many parents and
students reports them for their not-so-good behavior. Many people might wonder
why and how were they called mhiemas. Well, it all started or trended because of
the famous Sassa Gurl who presents all mhiemas and nakshies with her contents.
Eventhough mhiemas don't really have a good reputation, they are one of the reasons
why going to school is fun and entertaining because they're always the star of
multiple scandals and rumors. They make the class complete with their attitude.
People might hate them for causing problems all around the schools but many will
probably miss them once they're gone for they do everything just to protect their
nakshie's whether they do good or bad things.
MHIEMAS
Drawn By Dwayne Wanasen
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SCIENCE FEATURE
WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
BY: MADELINE ANTOINETTE S. RAZON
The day keeps moving, the onion keeps growing, with that i remain the
“How high is your value?” The day my values seemed like just a penny
compared to the small ball that only made people cry, the onions only grew same. What’s more, if there is something that made me even realize that next
more valuable than me, however I didn't see what’s next to threaten my value year maybe i won’t be able to eat a spoon of rice.
in living.
People thought rice is the next candidate, however who would think
The day comes when the cost of my one meal is equivalent to a piece of
that the most common food that people cook can make them hungry with the
onion, however in my meal everyday the onions can’t be seen because meat is
unexpected candidate of being “more valuable than people”, i welcome you…
more affordable than a 5 pieces of onions.
Eggs who can make you think life is not merely worth living
Plants lives matter
BY: GIAN BORBE
When I eat vegetables like too much malunggay, I imagine myself as a goat
being forced to eat plants in order to survive. I came up with a theory where I
think that we're destroying plant's life, future and happiness.
Parts of the plants where we benefit. Leaves, the most common part of the
plant where we mostly eat and not as a tissue after the nature called. Stem,
without it leaves will fall. Roots, the most important part so that the whole plant
will have a meaningful and happy ever after life.
With my power to think beyond, I made a theory that plants we've planted
so far can drain the ocean which also helps to reduce climate change. We can
make a plant-barrier that will help and shield us from foreign and outside rains.
In a game, plants are the support hero or the healer. With its ultimate skill
that has 1 minute cooldown which is a drop-skill an AOE called 02, not only it
can make its immortal for 30 seconds in-game but also to heal its team
by 20% of their HP.
How essential are peas and
sunflowers
BY: GIAN BORBE
Peas can be used as
a weapon in world war
3. With it, it can protect
us from shooting and
prevent the enemy getting
near. It strengthens and
boosts our immune
system and helps us
reduce inflammation
and lower risk of
chronic conditions.
Beauty products have good effects and benefits for us, and they have been
used for centuries to enhance one's appearance and boost self-confidence. For a
better experience, you could do the famous Filipino quote "ligo ligo din pag may
time" before using beauty products.
Beauty products improve the health of our skin. It helps to even out the skin
tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots and blemishes. Cleansers, toners,
and moisturizers work together to remove dirt and impurities; they also balance
the skin's pH level and hydrate. Lastly it reduces wrinkles and improves skin
elasticity so you won't look old and won't look like a sugar mommy.
But if there are positve effects and benefits using beauty products, there are
also megative effects. Some people say in our statistics that "they use make-up
just to hide their ugly face."
The only hard part of beauty products is when your body doesn't want to
hide its true nature and it can result in eye infections, swelling of the mouth, lips,
face, and throat, clogged skin pores,
and dry or oily skin—it all
includes an allergic reaction in
certain people.
But of course, if you
overuse beauty products,
your body will become
accustomed to them. The
feeling that you don't want
to go out without your
ghostly make-up on.
BY: ZEPH DESTAJO
In the "Plants vs Zombies" game, not only do sunflowers give us light,
hope and unity but also give us money to buy more plants. Peas are called
peashooter and it helps us by preventing the zombies near or to eat your
brain.
Things to make them live a happy life. First was to put them in a
place where they surely can live. Second, always give them the right
amount of water in the right amount of time. Lastly, give them care
and love.
With my billionaire mindset, peas and sunflowers can make us a
businessman and rich. Buy, cook and sell at higher prices that we could
afford, make profit and invest.
BY: TYDUS ARGUELLES
BY: JOSE MARI TECSON
Effects of
Gadgets
Sunflowers can be used
as a protection in world war 3
and a shield for rain. With it, we can
also use its petals in salads or garnish. It
supports our immune system and increases our
ability to fight viruses such as Jamal meme virus.
Beauty Perception
Beneficial Effects of Beauty Products
Using Gadgets to play games or to watch Netflix too
much can kill you by its radiation, it will affect your eyes
and it could make you blind, then it will enter your brain and cause a
seizure which will make you look like a person with
rabies because your mouth is foaming and your eyes are
squinting.
People nowadays just sits all day with their gadgets instead of doing
physical activities and exercise, that's why most of the children's
today are unathletic, frail and obese because they do nothing but
play and watch with their gadgets, that's why your mom always
tells you "all you do is cell phone" when she sees you using
your phone.
And because of using gadgets too much, It will be like cocaine
and worse than the drugs that drug lords and drug users use,
since the gadget has everything you want to know and will lead
you to addiction.
Using Gadget as the "Answer Key" would make it worse..
Gadgets are meant to make things easier but now we rely
Cartoon by Tydus Nathan Baetiong Arguelles
on them to answer tests, exams or other activities and because of
Catfishing or using someone's picture to make the
that our minds will be useless without it which will make your
victim get easily attracted but do you know you
grades lower than a short person's height.
can easily catfish everyone with make-ups?
Using cosmetics can easily make everyone
Here are some information if you want to catfish and feel confident in your own skin. You must start with a good
attracted to you. Using it can give you more
posture, good looking and positive thinking skincare routine. A clean, hydrated face will create a smooth and even canvas for your makeup. Invest in a gentle
cleanser, moisturizer, and sunblock to protect and nourish our skin.
that boost your self-confidence.
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SCIENCE NEWS
WEDNESDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2023
BY: ANNA BEATRIZ A. HIRANG
John Robert Arcaya, Patricia Mae Fabregas, Maurice Gimena, Cleolyn Nigel Maderazo, Juliana
Louise Olleres are grade 10 students from Lagro High School that placed third in National Inventors
week 2022 last November 21-25, 2022 in Ayala Malls Manila Bay with the help of their coach Mrs.
Evelyn B. Tombado.
The researchers hope to create a fire retardant product that is inexpensive and made from readily
available materials with the goal of assisting society in reducing home fires while remaining nontoxic, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly.
“Before the exhibit, we made sure to finish our research project on time, so we finalized all of our
results and discussion,” Maurice Gimena said.
They made sure that they finished their research project on time and organized all of their visual
cues and materials that they would need to bring to the exhibit.
“Our research adviser is Mrs. Evelyn B. Tombado, she helped us by guiding us all throughout our
experiment.” she also stated.
Mrs. Tombado also provided them with food during the competition and ensured that their health
was prioritized despite the tight schedule that they had.
Photo by Nora Villalobos
The National Inventors Week 2022 was organized by the Filipino inventors society inc. to
showcase the talent of the filipino inventors all around the country.
LHS bags awards in UP ACME 8TH Quiz Bee LHS ranks 2nd in Earthistic
BY: SHIGHT REIGN T. ALIBASA
poster-making contest
Isaac Red Amba, Roven Jest Dancel, Reese
Leighann Rabulan, and Cleolyn Nigel Maderazo
of Four-Eyed Lagronians The Witnesses won
6th place in University of The Philippines
Association of Chemistry majors and
Enthusiasts (UP ACME) 8th Hanep sa Science
and Math Quiz Bee, May 28, 2022 via Zoom
Meeting.
BY: SHAWN ELISHUA M. DACUMOS
Photo from the FB page of Lagro High School - STE
Special Program
The quiz bee had four categories: Math,
Amba added that he was 'hesitant' at first
Biology, Physics, and Chemistry -- one
category for each member of each group; each because he had been preparing also for another
competition, however ended in him still joining -team was composed of 4 members.
"We trained for 2 weeks prior to the the style of the contest was unique and was "really
competition. So in my case, I got mathematics super fun".
which is my forte, and we trained for 2 whole
"I thought na why not give it a shot since huli
weeks individually. Then after that, we also ko naman na? Kasi siyempre pag nag senior high
tried a bit of simulation where we work as a mas busy, mas less yung opportunity, and most
team," Amba said.
especially, mas kailangan mag focus sa acads. So I
The event's aim was to promote the study joined the competition for fun after ako itanong
of the natural science through friendly kung gusto ko ba sumali," he continued.
competition and developing individuals into
Burning Blueberries of Saint Jude Catholic
scientists and enthusiasts by proving
oppurtunities for enhanced leadership skills and School is the winner of UP ACME 8TH Hanep sa
Science and Math Quiz Bee.
increase appreciation of the sciences.
Lagro High School, a haven of healthy plants
BY: GERMUND D. BANDOJO
Healthy plants are now common to see inside
LHS, ranging from vegetables to ornamentals; all
still present and growing as of Jan. 23, 2023.
Vegetable plants such as chili, okra, ampalaya,
and sitaw which are found in LHS' gardens, are
great sources of carbohydrates, protein, fiber,
potassium, vitamins A, B, and C, folic acid, folate,
and calcium which based on research are essential for teenagers' growth.
In addition, ornamental plants such as golden pothos, rubber plant, orchids, gumamela, ferns, and
many more are also added and seen in LHS, aiming to further improve the school's scenery through
their vivid colors, and also as an air filter -- these have the capability to purify the air around it.
With the help of teachers and the management, these gardens will be maintained for a long period
of time -- leading to not only students, but also the environment benefitting from it in the long run.
Maurice Ysabelle Gimena of 10-Goodall from Lagro
High School won second runner up in the Earthistic
2022 Poster Making Contest with the theme “The Rise
of Geodetic Engineering Into the Cosmos” organized by
the University of the Philippines (UP) last November 5,
2022 with assistance from Sir GP Alcantara.
“The contest was
conducted virtually,
so I made my entry
at home! But it was
an
asynchronous
competition,
meaning I only had
three
hours
to
complete
my
poster.”
said
Maurice.
The Earthistic
Poster
Making
Contest was an onPhoto by Maurice Gimena
the-spot contest
organized by the University of the Philippines for this
year’s “Galactica x Chromatica: Frontiers and
Contributions of Geodetic Engineering.”
"I felt glad because I was given another opportunity
to represent my Alma mater.” said Maurice on what she
felt after winning second runner up.
Sir Alcantara urged her to join the Earthistic
competition and gave her tips and told her to prepare her
equipment beforehand.
Maurice said that her background knowledge on the
topic of this contest helped her in making the poster that
she made which won her the second runner up place.
Francisco G. Noble III of Nag-Iba National High
School won first place for the Earthistic 2022
competition.
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