A Place to Be ( Thematic Project)

A Place to Be

    The environment plays a crucial role in our lives. It is the root of the things we need for consumption like the foods we eat, the natural resources, the animals, our shelters, and even us. However, our environmental resources are limited and are annually decreasing. It is because most of us are not using it properly. We tend to pay less attention to the effects of our wrong doings that we do not realize how bad the impact is for our environment. WE NEED TO TAKE ACTION. This year, as we celebrate the Environment Month in the theme "Our Environment, Our Future", I would like to share some of my contribution to the protection and care of the environment.

-This photo shows me cleaning in our backyard because of the amount of solid waste in there and I needed to take action by way of using a broom and a dustpan.

- These pictures were taken during the Clean-Up Drive of ISNHS where our club participated to perform an extensive cleaning to maintain a clean and healthy school.

- This was when my groupmates and I planted 'mongo seeds' in our backyard that served as our thematic project last year wherein we were tasked to plant seeds for our contribution to the environment.

- These photos were taken during the Coastal Clean-Up Drive of Mathematics Club '23-'24 to maintain the cleanliness and health of the coastal areas of Mindoro, Vigan City.

    Our environment is not just for resource consumption, it also needs to be protected and well taken care of. By the pictures I have shared, I hope there are a lot more people who will practice cleaning, planting, and serving as a good citizen in taking care of our environment. With this, we will be able to live and see such a place to be.

References:

- Blogger <http://www.blogger.com>

-  DepEd Tayo - ISNHS Supreme Secondary Learner Government - SSLG. 2024, September 13. 𝙃𝙐𝙈𝘽𝙇𝙀 𝙎𝙏𝙀𝙒𝘼𝙍𝘿𝙎 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙀𝙉𝙑𝙄𝙍𝙊𝙉𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙄𝙉 𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉.https://scontent.fcrk1-4.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/452406406_1046649730796805_2681190008508410466_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=NKqESaHBmUsQ7kNvgExCzDU&_nc_ht=scontent.fcrk1-4.fna&oh=00_AYCzY0nkFJii_TsvO5JVJn3nF2RXESP-Uk7jHtaMnqG0Ww&oe=66FB4AAA 

- Blogger <http://www.blogger.com>

-  Blogger <http://www.blogger.com>

Reflection

First Quarter Feels

    

Entering my first step in 10th Grade, I thought of a new experience. I was looking forward to the new learnings, new environment, and of course, new discoveries. I learned a lot for the first quarter. From the exploration of the concept of trigonometry, blogging, effective communication, sequence, contemporary issues and parts of a research paper. Moreover, I learned to apply good morals, theories, life lessons, and cultural activities to cultivate my social, spiritual, and emotional characteristics that will be neded for my future.

    I thought to myself, "It's only first quarter. Everything shouldn't be that hard. Right?" Weeks later, all the tasks and projects activated my procastination trait. It lead me to an overwhelming pressure that I've been carrying day by day, night by night. It felt like we were in 4th quarter already. Our tight schedule and simultaneous deadlines is already tiring to hear, but the urge of procastination always hits me. I chose to cram every night before due that it became an obsession that I am forcing to stop.

    However, it didn't stop me from learning and achieving my goals. I always ask
God for guidance and pray in my sleep every night wishing that everything will pass and all will be alright. Because of this, I grew a stronger faith and hope that I can do it, that I can find a way to finish a certain task and develop my resiliency.

    Moving on, I will encourage myself to immediately do the assigned tasks or activities because it is the biggest factor that is affecting me not just as a student, but as a whole person. And of course, for the succeeding quarters, I will perform better and try not to be a procastinator as much as possible. With these changes, I would be able to achieve my dreams and goals in life.

References:

- <https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fsaruksiu.wordpress.com%2Fredefined-learning%2Fstudying-and-learning-tips%2F5-tips-for-cramming-for-exams%2F&psig=AOvVaw29589o3wUCifylXcgxcXoe&ust=1728279868544000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBQQjRxqFwoTCJjfybOG-YgDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE>

- <https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.christianity.com%2Fwiki%2Fprayer%2Fprayers-for-strength-god-give-me-strength.html&psig=AOvVaw1LPtF5MtUGIrguBP9KAGis&ust=1728280158393000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBQQjRxqFwoTCPieubmH-YgDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE>

- <https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fteeninnovators.org%2Fblog%2Ffour-things-i-wish-i-wouldve-known-before-entering-high-school%2F&psig=AOvVaw2BTXb3u41PhIEXRnbzhwdq&ust=1728280437896000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBQQjRxqFwoTCPjh27-I-YgDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAJ>

My Teacher, My Hero

My Teacher, My Hero

Education has been present in my life ever since I started to walk on my feet and learned how to talk words. It started in my parents' teaching until I explored more and more getting a lot of teachers as I passed on every higher grade level. It is due to them that I discovered and exhibit my real purpose, talents, and skills I have been hiding within me.

Teachers have always been with us everywhere. They can be in our house, workplace, office, and most especially in our school. People tend to say that their job is only to teach and add knowledge to their students. I can't deny because it is indeed their job, but they are more than that. They don't just teach lessons, they teach life lessons that can change us. They help us learn without any judgement, teach us between what is good and bad, and influence us in growing our talents and exhibit our skills and capabilities. Teachers can also be our coach to anything. In sports, in dancing, in singing, and even intellectual. Some teachers may be fury and strict, but it is because they want their students to be respectful and grow. Regardless, they all want us to learn and strive for the better. 

Teachers are not just teachers. They are our heroes, our hope, and our role models. They have greater purpose in life not just in teaching, but serving as a great influence to all the students. Without them, education will not flourish. In this month of our beloved teachers, I would like to express my sincere gratitude and love towards all the teachers in the world. Your passion, efforts, and determination in teaching is more important than what you teach.

References:

- Firtst pic .<https://www.google.com/imgres?q=teachers%20teaching%20philippines&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2F2012-2017.usaid.gov%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fsuccess_story%2Fbasa-rural-teachers.jpg&imgrefurl=https%3A%2F%2F2012-2017.usaid.gov%2Fresults-data%2Fsuccess-stories%2Frural-public-school-teachers-accelerate-learning-philippines&docid=U9CGYqzmsezJuM&tbnid=M69nRybHdpIFvM&vet=12ahUKEwj-uZme9OCIAxXa4zQHHVWfIxQQM3oECBsQAA..i&w=2048&h=1365&hcb=2&ved=2ahUKEwj-uZme9OCIAxXa4zQHHVWfIxQQM3oECBsQAA>

- DepEd Tayo - ISNHS Supreme Secondary Learner Government - SSLG. <https://scontent.fcrk1-4.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/452406406_1046649730796805_2681190008508410466_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=NKqESaHBmUsQ7kNvgExCzDU&_nc_ht=scontent.fcrk1-4.fna&oh=00_AYCzY0nkFJii_TsvO5JVJn3nF2RXESP-Uk7jHtaMnqG0Ww&oe=66FB4AAA>

 Resilience: A Strength or A Weakness?

I can not imagine a world without resilience. It serves as a great purpose in our living. It is the act of being able to withstand and recover from all the things that enable us to continue. In the Philippines, resiliency is what symbolizes the Filipinos. It is known as their source of strength that all should follow. But how is it that the Filipinos' known strength is also their lying weakness?

 

  In every adversities that Filipinos encounter, wether it is about politics or environment, they always tend to find solution. An example is when the super typhoon Mario hit the northern part of Luzon. Its strength caused a lot of houses, buildings, and electric posts to fall apart, leading some families to be left with nothing but devastation. But despite all that, the Filipinos still managed to thrive and find a way to cope with it. They poured their strength and preserverance in order for them to rise and recover. Their resilience helped them to continue striving. 

  

Ultimately, some might think that the resilience of Filipinos lies within their cultureand that it is being passed from generation to generation. Apart from that, some also think that their resiliency is not their choice but a forceful matter. They tend to recover from their difficulties because it is necessary and they can only rely on their own. Regardless, Filipinos' resiliency channels their way of living and coping. It is through themselves that gives hope and solution towards the adversities in life.

References:

- First pic. <https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.undp.org%2Fphilippines%2Fabout-us-0&psig=AOvVaw24HpSaFJ0vsmhcHilm0k9d&ust=1727449023361000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBQQjRxqFwoTCODuvazv4IgDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAP>

- Second pic. <https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwordsbygill.medium.com%2Fresilient-filipinos-we-have-no-choice-d6d94dd13852&psig=AOvVaw3-9pEOvRplzOOMw1B6Amo2&ust=1727449421612000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBQQjRxqFwoTCJC87uLw4IgDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAb>

- Third pic. <https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arabnews.com%2Fnode%2F1777356%2Fworld&psig=AOvVaw3-9pEOvRplzOOMw1B6Amo2&ust=1727449421612000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBQQjRxqFwoTCJC87uLw4IgDFQAAAAAdAAAAABBI>

Letter to the President

August 29, 2024

Ilocos Sur National High School  

ViganCity

Mr. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos

President, Republic of the Philippines

Malacanang Palace, Manila

Dear Sir:

    I am writing to express my gestures and concerns regarding your Action Plan for Violence Against Women and Children.

    As a feminist who stand for my fellows, I was filled with hope when you vowed to strengthen the Anti-Violence Against Women and Children Act together with the government. I developed a sense of belief that with the help of this movement, violence agains women and children will lessen 

    In this matter, I would like to request that since it has been announced in the television, I hope for you to expand more about the act and raise more awareness for the citizens to join the movement.

 

    To God be the Glory!

Sincerely,

 Arrianne Rabino

Picture References:

• <https://www.rappler.com/philippines/groups-call-more-priority-gender-issues-after-marcos-jr-sona-2022/>

• <https://www.thesummitexpress.com/2023/07/marcos-sona-2023-time-highlights-livestream-coverage.html?m=1>

The Rising Phoenix

    “Time of Birth, 5:1
5 am”, the doctor announced as the baby cries out loud and a smile came out from my parents’ faces. It was their happiest day after months of being pregnant. It was their first princess and that princess is me. I was born being the heaviest baby in our family.
Since then, my parents were filled with expectations that I will grow as a person with passion and great determination.

    Growing up, I started to learn new things and explore new horizons. I became passionate in my education, discovered a talent which is singing, and even dreamt of becoming an accountant just like my aunt when I grow up. I favored the color turquoise which is a combination of blue and more of a green color. I enjoy movies such as horror and comedy. I am more of a ‘career first’ person rather than being in a relationship. I was also a consistent honor student since elementary. I used to join different extracurricular activities but I always end up being the second or even having no place at all. Regardless, the enjoyment I felt was enough for me and it made me grow stronger. Moreover, I find it fascinating how people show their solidarity towards each other that leads to a peaceful environment.

However, life wasn’t easy growing up. There were a lot of obstacles and problems that I have encountered and tried to solve but many of them just took me a lot of time and lots of energy to waste. Despite those difficulties in life, there is one thing that gives me hope and motivation to move forward—being able to attain my dreams. By these dreams, I was able to come up with a plan for my future. I will keep on trying to find a way to reach these dreams. I will focus on my education until I reach my goal to have the title I have ever dreamt of since I was young, to become a Certified Public Accountant.

References:

First picture: Blogger <http://www.blogger.com>

Second picture: Blogger <http://www.blogger.com>

Third picture: Blogger <http://www.blogger.com>