The Essence of Family Day | Trizha Talandron

“It is the smile of a child, the love of a mother, the joy of a father, the togetherness of a family.”

-Menachem Begin

    Noong Abril 28, 2024, nagkaroon kami ng isang kahanga-hangang Family Day sa ACT-IS Bulacao. Ngunit bago iyon, ang mga pamilya ay sumali sa mga paligsahan sa mga laro, kagaya ng bingo, at zumba. Sa kasamaang-palad, hindi ako nakadalo sa zumba dahil sa personal na mga dahilan.

    Nagkaroon ako ng pagkakataon na sumali sa bingo, at lubos akong naglibang. Napakasaya ko noong malapit akong manalo at isang numero na lang ang kulang sa blackout pattern, pero habang naghihintay ako, may taong lumapit sa entablado upang ipahayag ang sarili bilang panalo kaya medyo nadismaya ako. Bukod doon, napakaganda ng pakiramdam na kasama ang mga taong mahal ko sa oras na iyon. Sa araw na iyon, nanood din kami ng mga paligsahan na sinalihan ng mga magulang. Nabigla kami sa kakaibang galing at talento ng mga magulang ng aming mga kaibigan at iba pang tao.

    Sa Family Day, kasama ko ang aking kapatid at ang aking ina. Lubos kaming namangha sa lahat ng mga pagtatanghal mula sa bawat kinatawan ng pamilya mula sa bawat antas ng grado. Dahil alam ng aking ina na mahiyain talaga kami ng aking kapatid, hinikayat niya kami na sumali sa susunod na pagkakataon bilang biro. Nakakatuwa ring makita ang aking kapatid na makasama niyang muli ang dati niyang mga kaklase. Naghapunan kami nang magkakasama at lubos na natuwa sa masarap na pagkain.

    Ang karanasang ito ay nag-udyok at nagpaalala sa akin na bigyan hindi lamang ng prayoridad ang paaralan kundi pati na rin ang oras sa pamilya. Madalas nating nalilimutan na maglaan ng mahalagang oras sa pamilya dahil tayo'y labis na abala. Ang pagkakaroon ng mahalagang oras kasama ang pamilya ay isang kayamanan. Bagamat nag-iwan sa atin ng pagod ang karanasan, ang mga alaala na nabuo ay nagbigay ng saysay sa lahat. Nawa'y pahalagahan natin ang ating mga mahal sa buhay at lumikha ng maraming alaala na ating sasariwain sa habang-buhay.

A Stellar Adventure: From Astrology to Mars at the 2024 Science Fair

         On March 23, 2024, we had an incredibly delightful experience learning about science. The Wandering Minds captivated our minds by teaching us a bunch of different important topics during the fair. It was my second time being a part of such an enlightening event.

        I had an amazing experience because I got to learn alongside several other students. I learned a ton during my time in the first station, especially about Astrology. It turns out that there are supposedly 13 zodiac signs instead of 12 and the 13th one is called Ophiuchus. I also discovered that the sun rises in the East and sets in the West. Additionally, I learned the meaning of AM (ante meridiem) and PM post meridiem. 

        During the fair, one moment stood out to me the most - when we were discussing Astronomy. There's a certain charm about stars that always captivates me. They hold a very special place in my heart since they take me back to my childhood when I used to gaze at the stars with my family whenever we arrived home late. Even today, my favorite stars are still the ones that I cherished back then - the Orion's belt. That's why I was extremely fascinated when it was brought up during the discussion inside the giant dome. I couldn't take my eyes off the stars throughout the entire conversation. 

        In the second station, we focused on a topic that is strongly rooted in reality - Climate Change. This
subject made me realize how much impact a person can have on the environment. We discussed various ways to conserve energy, including the importance of the 5 Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, & Repurpose), the use of solar panels, and the differences between biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials. 

        The teachers presented the information in an engaging and fun manner, which kept my attention throughout the session. During the discussion, I became aware of the rapid damage we are causing to our planet and how important it is to be mindful of our actions. If we continue to harm the planet, we may not have a place to live in soon. That's why it is crucial to follow the 5 Rs, use solar panels, segregate our trash properly, and do other things that could help the planet.

        One time in Station 2, we were instructed to stand and form a circle while holding hands with each other. As I looked to my right, I saw the teacher placing a student's hand on a box with a flat metal surface on top. It was not until we all got electrocuted that I realized what was happening. It's crazy to think that people connected by holding hands could experience an electric shock together. Despite the shock, it was a very enjoyable and unforgettable experience for me.

        At the third station, we had a discussion about the planet Mars. Although we didn't do much, it was fascinating to learn about how similar Mars is to Earth. We also talked about Asteroids and Meteoroids, and got to see an interactive meteoroid which was fascinating. Additionally, we were shown the actual food that astronauts eat in space which was an exciting experience for me. I had only seen such foods in videos before, but seeing it in person was astounding. It was also a great experience listening to Ariana Grande's song with the teacher. She was a lot of fun, and it was awesome to jam with her. 

        Malcolm X once said, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” I strongly resonate with this quote, as it pertains to the topic of climate change we discussed earlier. As I mentioned earlier, if we fail to act now, we will undoubtedly suffer in the future. If given the opportunity to attend a similar event again, I would love to experience it with my friends and learn more in a fun and engaging way, much like we did at the Science Fair.

Paghihirap Dulot ng Kahirapan | Trizha C. Talandron

     Ang Poverty o Kahirapan ay isang isyu na karaniwang napapansin natin sa ating bansa. Hindi lang ito problema na nangyayari lamang sa isang tao o pamilya, kundi pati na rin sa buong bansa. Ito ay tungkol sa kawalan ng sapat na pera pang matugunan ang mga pangunahing pangangailangan kabilang ang mga pagkain, damit, at tirahan. Dahil dito, marami ang nagugutom, nagkakasakit, at naghihirap.

    Ang kahirapan at matagal ng umiiral. Ang antas ng kahirapan sa Pilipinas ay 18.1% noong 2021, o humigit kumulang 19.99 milyong indibidwal, ayon sa Philippine Statistics Authority. Kakulangan ng mahusay na trabaho, hindi magandang edukasyon, mga problema sa kalusugan sa buong mundo kagaya ng mga pandemya, at marami pa ang ilan sa mga dahilan ng problemang ito.

   

Upang labaan ang kahirapan, ang gobyerno ng Pilipino ay nglagay ng ilang mga patakaran at inisyatiba, tulad ng Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program. Ang programang ito ay tumutulong sa mga bata mula sa mahihirap na sambahayan sa kanilang kalusugan, nutrisyon, at edukasyon. Sa alagay ko, ang mamamayang dumadaranas ng kahirapan ay lubos na makikinabang sa pamamaraang ito ng gobyerno sa pagbawas ng kahirapan. Sa pamamagitan ng programang ito, makakatanggap sila ng makabuluhang tulong at mapapabuti ng mga tao ang kanilang kagalingan.

    Ako ay lubos na naaawa sa mga taong nagdadaranas ng kahirapan. Nakaksakit ito sa aking damdamin na makakita ng mga taong gutom dahil walang pera upang makabili ng pagkain. Nais kong tumulong at ibigay ang aking makakaya upang makatulong kahit sa maliit na paraan. Sana sa matagal na panahon o sa kinabukasan, kaunti na lang ang naghihirap at may makakain na masustansyang pagkain ang mga taong nagdadaranas ng kahirapan.

    Dahil ang kahirapan ay isa sa pinakamalaking problemang kinakaharap ng mundo, dapat itong matigil. Kung susumahin, ag kahirapan ay nakakaapekto hindi laang sa mahihirap, kundi pati na rin sa kapaligiran at lipunan bilang isang buo. Lahat ay apektado dito. Hindi lang to nakakaapekto sa pinansiyal na sitwasyon ng tao, kundi pati na rin sa pangkalahatang kagalingan o kapakanan nila.

FAMILY DAY JOURNAL 2023

    We hadn't had a family day in person since the Covid-19 Pandemic until this one. We had a Stranger Things-themed dance palabas, which wasn't easy because we didn't have enough time to practice, but we still did it. I also love how the colors of the sunset, which happened at the same time as our dance, strangely matched the theme of our dance. We are tremendously happy and proud of one another even though we came in third. We had fun during the event even though we were quite busy getting ready for our performances. Both performing and watching other people perform were enjoyable.

    I became nervous during our dance performance because not only the students but also their families were watching. Having my family there to watch me perform made me feel nervous as well. My mother attended as my sister's parent, while my father attended as mine. We shared a delicious meal and had a great time. He ate my leftovers, as he always does, as I was too full to finish my meal. 

The most memorable part of the occasion was when we all danced to the loud music in the evening after dinner. We had an excellent time and took lots of photos. One of the best evenings of my life was certainly that one. I was especially overjoyed when they told us there was free ice cream in the eighth grade's booth. The fun we had was worth the exhaustion when we returned home.

MY INTRAMS JOURNAL 2023

    The intramurals held this year was the first ever held since the Covid-19 pandemic. We've been waiting for this for a few years. When the time finally came, we made sure we enjoyed every moment. It was lovely establishing friends with fellow students from different grade levels. As well as playing the games which were also very nerve-racking and challenging.

    Although it was a lot of fun to play basketball and volleyball, I preferred to watch them play. I get very excited during our volleyball games when my serve goes over the net or when we score a point. I only played basketball once, and it was during the preliminary round, because I was helping the Red Falcons in the elementary department with their volleyball games. It was embarrassing when I once fell while learning how to play basketball, but thanks to my friends' assistance, I wasn't hurt. 

    My friend (Angelina) and I also played table tennis as a duo. Since we had no idea how to play the game, we worried a lot for a long time. Although we got assistance from our other friends who were good at the game, we still lacked the necessary skill. We won our first game, which left us speechless. However, despite losing our second game, we were still satisfied with our performance because, as newbies, we finished in second place. Although there were about 5 people in the room, just the two of us were really loud since we couldn't stop giggling at our hilarious moves.  It was a wonderful thing, though, because it gave the place a positive energy.

    Even though I believed this year's intramurals was too short and ended on a cliffhanger, I still had a good time. I wish there were booths like there used to be. I am grateful to have made friends from other levels, and even after the intramurals, we continued to communicate and be friends. Despite the fact that our team, the Red Falcons, came in last overall, I am nevertheless pleased with and proud of the work of my teammates. One thing I made sure to remember is that, regardless of how competitive you are when playing games, you should never treat your friends like your foes even after the games are over. I hope we have much more fun intramurals next year since we will be in tenth grade and it'll be our last intramurals in Junior High School.

PRODUKSIYON AT PAGKONSUMO

    Ipinakita sa video ang buhay ng mga tao na malayo sa lungsod. Ibinunyag nito kung gaano kahirap maghanap ng trabaho at magtrabaho. Kulang sila sa pananalapi para mabili ang kanilang mga pangangailangan. Inihayag nito kung ano ang kanilang kinakain sa isang taon. Ipinakita rin dito kung magkano ang kinikita ng mga tao doon.

    Ang tanging pinagkakakitaan nila ay ang mga Abaca. Ang mga abaca ay lumalaki sa loob ng isang taon, kaya mas mahirap itong ibenta. Bumaba ang bilang ng mga Abaca na kanilang itinanim sa paglipas ng panahon dahil ito ay pinutol. Dahil dito, nagkaroon sila ng kaunting mga Abaca. Ang pagtatrabaho gamit ang mga Abaca ay mahirap, ngunit ang mga tao sa kanilang lugar ay alam na kung paano magtrabaho gamit ang mga Abaca mula sa murang edad.

    Ang mga bata ay mukhang malusog, ngunit sila ay hindi. Ito ay dahil sa kakulangan ng sustansya sa pagkain na kanilang kinakain. Hindi ko maisip na bitbitin ang mabigat na bungkos ng Abaca sa loob ng anim na oras. Kaya naman pinalakpakan at sinasaludo ko sila sa kanilang pagsisikap. Bilang miyembro ng kabataan, gagamitin ko ang social media para mapataas ang kamalayan at papurihan ang mga manggagawa sa kanilang mga pagsisikap. Nais kong mas makilala sila ng mga tao upang mas maraming tao ang tumulong sa kanila sa pamamagitan ng pagtataguyod ng magagandang sining na maaaring gawin mula sa Abaca, at sa pamamagitan nito ay madaragdagan ang kanilang kita at mabibili nila ang kanilang mga pangangailangan.

HOW TO GET MERITS FOR AN ENGLISH ASSIGNMENT

     Do you want plus points in your English assignments? If you do, here's how to do it. It's actually pretty simple. Just follow the simple steps:

STEP 1: Click the attachment. Click or open the video attached by your teacher. 

STEP 2: Like the video. Press the thumbs-up button to give it a like. 

STEP 3: Subscribe. Hit the subscribe button and click the notification bell to get notified when your teacher uploads a new video. 

STEP 4: Comment. Comment what you have learned from the video and be thankful. 

STEP 5: Screenshot. Take a screenshot that you did these four steps and submit it to your Google classroom. 

    After doing all five steps, you now have your plus points. You don’t have to worry so much about failing. It’s because marriage saves you from failing. But don’t rely on or depend on the merits, you also have to do the assignment. That’s all, I hope you learn something.