Isinulat ni Alaiza Eunice S. CruzIwinasto ni Joebbie Krizel GauganoSinuri nina Gng. Myra Jaime at Mark Matthew VitugMga larawan ni Jasmine Joy Ayaton Inilunsad nitong ika-14 ng Nobyembre ang panimulang programa tungkol sa kalusugan ng kapaligiran sa pag-iwas sa droga ng Barkada Kontra Droga (BKD) at Youth for Environment in Schools Organization (YES-O) ng Pasay City National Science High School (PCNSciHS) na may temang, “ECONTRA 2024: Kabataan, Kalikasan, at Kalusugan Laban sa Droga” sa PCNSciHS Gymnasium. Pormal na sinimulan nina Shanellie Monique Dantes, Pangulo ng BKD, at Marian Tamayo, Pangulo ng YES-O, ang programa ng 8:05 A.M., kasunod ng pambungad na pananalita ni Dr. Mark Anthony Familaran, punongguro ng paaralan na nag-iwan ng mensahe na, “Drug addictions knows no boundaries.” Naghanda ang mga organisasyon ng seminaryo tungkol sa ilegal na droga na pinangunahan ni G. Bryan Paragua, school nurse ng PCNSciHS. Sumaklaw sa diskusyon ang epekto ng pag-aabuso at sintomas nito, mga salik, ilang uri ng mga sangkap na naghahantong sa pagkaadik, at mga programa na inaalok ng iba’t ibang ahensiya upang matugunan ang pagkalulong. Sa pagtatapos ng presentasyon ni G. Paragua ay naglaan ng paggawad ng pagpapahalaga sina Gng. Jackyline Lagaña, tagapayo ng BKD, at Bb. Kaye Transfiguracion, tagapayo ng YES-O, sa punong-abala. Humataw naman sina Amiel Gonzaga at Kirsten España ng Galaw Siyensiya bilang intermission number bago magpatuloy sa aktibidad ng kaganapan. Ngayong araw rin ginanap ang Quiz Bee na binuo ng mga paksa na nakahanay sa kamalayang hatid ng palatuntunan. “Stay healthy, stay drug-free,” ani Gng. Lagaña para sa kanyang huling-kataga. Ang programa ay saktong natapos ng 10:26 ng umaga. Dinaluhan ng mga mag-aaral mula sa ika-10 at ika-11 baitang ang naturang asembliya para makakalap ng kaalaman tungkol sa tema. Sa kabila ng masikip na iskedyul ay matagumpay na naitawid ang naturang okasyon. Nagsimula naman agad ang paghahanda sa pangwakas na aktibidad bukas ng ala-una ng hapon na kinaabalahan ng mga opisyal at mga miyembro ng dalawang klab.
Buwan ng Pagbasa, Ipinagdiwang ng PaScie
Isinulat ni Jashley DamasoIwinasto ni Joebbie Krizel GauganoSinuri nina Gng. Myra Jaime at Mark Matthew VitugMga larawan nina Mervyn Mason Valdez, John Michael Rodolfo, Kevin Factor, Van Jensen Lee Ipinagdiwang ang pagbubukas ng Buwan ng Pagbasa ng Pasay City National Science High School nitong ika-13 ng Nobyembre, kasama ang lahat ng mag-aaral at mga guro na ginanap sa gymnasium ng paaralan. Sinimulan ang programa sa pamamagitan ng pagkanta ng pambansang awit at panalangin ng PaScie Chorale. Naghatid ng pambungad na pananalita si Dr. Mark Anthony F. Familaran, punongguro ng paaralan. Nagpatuloy ang programa sa “Alumni Talks” mula sa malugod na pagtanggap sa mga alumni ng paaralan na sina G. Dherick Carl Dela Cruz, propesor sa Matematika sa FEU Tech. at G. Kenneth Daniel Olanday, isang manunulat ng libro. Ibinahagi ang kanilang mga personal na karanasan at mga pangaral sa mga PaScians tungkol sa kahalagahan ng pagbasa na nakatulong sa kanilang buhay. “In every aspect of your life, you have to read. Outside academics, you have to read,” saad ni G. Olanday bilang isang manunulat. Isinaad naman ni G. Dela Cruz na, “Reading is an intimate conversion between a writer and a reader.” Pinangasiwaan ang bahaging ito ng Pangalawang Pangulo ng Le Compendium na si G. Paul Angelo Salvahan. Natapos ito sa pagbabahagi ng sertipiko ng pagpapasalamat sa mga panauhin. Ipinahayag ni Gng. Jackyline Lagaña, puno ng Kagawaran ng Ingles ang mga aktibidad sa Buwan ng Pagbasa: Cosplay o Parada ng mga Karakter, Paligsahan sa Pagbaybay, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay, Paglikha ng Poster at Islogan na kinabibilangan ng lahat ng mag-aaral sa kani-kanilang silid, at ang Litwit Showdown na nilahukan ng mga kinatawan ng bawat baitang. Rumampa ang mga piling mag-aaral ng bawat baitang upang maitampok ang mga karakter sa libro o mitolohiya na itinanghal ng bawat mag-aaral sa pamamahala ni G. Mark Reniel Balolo. Nagtanghal ng isang awit si Bb. Mekylla Villapeña mula sa Baitang 12 na nagbigay saya sa lahat ng mga dumalo. Nagsimula ang “Litwit Showdown” na nilahukan ng dalawampung mag-aaral mula sa iba’t ibang baitang na pinangasiwaan nina G. Adrian Mendoza at Bb. Athena Pangilinan. Inanunsyo ng The Quantum ang “AI Handbook” bilang isang orihinal na akda ng organisasyon na naglalahad sa mga limitasyon at paggamit ng Artificial Intelligence o AI at isa sa mga paaralang nagsagawa ng akda sa paggamit ng AI. Binigyang parangal ang mga nanalo sa Litwit Showdown at Cosplay ng mga Karakter bago matapos ang programa. Tinapos ni Gng. Anabella Cusi ang programa sa paghahatid ng pangwakas na pananalita.
Reading Month Parade cosplayers astonishes onlookers
By: Amor Consuelo ManiquisCopyedited by Jewel Winslet Vallejo Kicking off Reading Month with flair, students from Pasay City National Science High School transformed into a colorful array of characters, dazzling onlookers with their elaborate costumes and creative flair. With each street near Pasay City National Science High School, onlookers are astonished and mesmerized with the costumes from greek methodology to heroes from novels, to princesses from disney and many more, showcasing the students establishment in recreating their chosen chatacters, and bringing them to life. As the parade ended, it had not only shown the students capability in costumizing their costumes, but it also has shown the students determination and their creativity, bringing heart of culture back to life.
Monumental LitWit Showdown Kicks Off at 2024 Reading Month Celebration
By: Emmanuel SalazarCopyedited by Estella Marie TaluaCorrespondents: Daniel Quintin, Santine Susa, Reisha Uy, Aliyah Lopez, Jed Palonpon, Kaithlan Pallera A ceremonial LitWit Showdown for the Reading Month Celebration 2024 with the theme: “Embarking On A Journey Of Empowering Literacy” was held at Pasay City National Science High School today, November 13, 2024 at the School’s Gymnasium. The showdown was attended by multiple representatives from each grade level of different sections and was hosted by quizmasters Athena Pangilinan and Adrian Mendoza. The event brought students together to test their knowledge of various literary topics, with questions about Philippine literature, films, and famous writers from around the world. Participants answered questions about popular books, movies, and the writing styles of well-known authors. Before the third round, the showdown was put on hiatus as Xyrel James Canonoy, The Quantum’s Editor-In-Chief announced the release of the publication’s Official AI Guidelines Book. After three consecutive rounds: Easy, Average, and Difficult, Shaun Mustang Jacinto won first place with 33 points after a tie-breaker round against May Relyn De Paz, who placed second, and Carlos Agripa in third with 31 points. The event encouraged students to appreciate literature more and understand how different writers from different cultures shape stories and ideas.
Alumni Talks inspires PaScians to dream big
By: Elijah La TorreCopyedited by Mekylla VillapañaCorrespondents: Daniel Quintin, Santine Susa, Reisha Uy, Aliyah Lopez, Jed Palonpon, Kaithlan Pallera A talk with alumni Kenneth Daniel Olanday and Dherick Carl Dela Cruz was conducted in celebrating Reading Month 2024, with the theme: Embarking on a Journey of Empowering Literacy, on November 13, at the PCNSciHS Gymnasium. It was hosted by Paul Angelo Salvahan, Vice President of Le Compendium, covering topics such as books, life lessons, and the impact of reading on students. They shared insights with aspiring creative writers, encouraging them to see their pursuits as part of a larger journey, where each step forward is a continuation, not the final destination. Olanday and Dela Cruz shared their personal journeys and insights with an audience of aspiring writers, encouraging them to embrace storytelling and creativity. They emphasized that writing is a continuous journey—one where each accomplishment builds upon the last, marking progress rather than a final destination. Throughout the talk, both alumni shared how literature shaped their perspectives and offered life lessons that transcended the pages of books. In a moment of excitement, the talk concluded with a raffle, giving away theee pieces of Olanday’s books, The End is Here! An Interactive Apocalyptic Adventure and The Shadow of Eudaimonia, to two fortunate winners. This memorable kick-off to Reading Month was a powerful reminder of the impact reading and storytelling can have on personal growth and ambition.
Above The Circus
By: Aljhur Danganan Graphics: Noelle Cabrera Publication: Caitlin Mutas As the period of the filing of certificates of candidacy ended last October, Filipinos are left faced with a lineup of aspirants filled with underqualified clowns and opportunists seeking the favor of the public. It is truly concerning to see the hundreds of contenders eligible for next year’s election. Celebrities, social media personalities, dynasties, and those with no background or experience in law constituted a majority of the circus shaping up the midterm election runners. With only a few competent candidates, it seems like politics has become a playground for the antics of the ever-so-frivolous clowns who treat it as a side hustle or a chance for political clout. Among the candidates is Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, currently detained and facing charges of sexual abuse and human trafficking, who filed for candidacy in the Senate through an authorized representative. In Negros Oriental, Pryde Henry Teves, brother of former mayor Arnolfo Teves who was tagged as the mastermind behind former governor Roel Degamo’s assassination. Henry successfully filed his certificate of candidacy as governor despite being designated as a terrorist by the government and facing terrorism financing cases. Allowing such candidates with pending cases to serve the very people they were accused of inflicting crimes on puts the electoral process into mockery. It insults citizens in need of genuine leaders to be faced with injustice. Social media personality Deo “Diwata” Balbuena, known for his pares eatery “Diwata Pares”, formalized his bid as the fourth nominee of the Vendors Party-list. Despite his seemingly legitimate platform, there was no mention of any specific law or plan that would effectively protect the welfare of vendors and how other people would benefit from it. Suchis the circumstance for a lot of the candidates. They do not need to be in power to make a change. The entire point of cooperatives and NGOs is to fulfill the needs and aspirations of certain associations of people without the control of the government. When seats are limited, they must go to legitimate leaders who have actual experience in lawmaking and politics for the betterment of the entire country. Situations like these raise a question pondered by Filipinos. Why is the standard so low in allowing aspirants to run for public office? One would think that a role in serving the country and its people would require a much higher caliber of a leader. Instead, it is overrun by corrupt individuals, people with no political background, and those who take advantage of being in power. Unfortunately, the country’s democratic system allows just that. The 1987 Constitution simply states that anyone can run, given that they are a natural-born citizen, able to read and write, and a registered voter and resident. Yes, anyone can run, but it does not mean that they are rightfully due for the position. It is evident in many bonafide leaders that they resort to running for local administrative bodies, seeing that they have no chance of winning at higher roles such as the Senate. Alas, the lack of education and close-mindedness of many voters have deliberately aggravated the electoral process. It has made them vulnerable to disinformation and merely vote by reason of name recognition. Now that the Commission on Elections has begun the cleansing of candidates, let us hope that the true nuisance candidates are withdrawn. One can hope that the growing circus transforms into a platform where truthfully voicing your intentions is perceived as more than garnering attention and deceiving the public. Ultimately, no matter how flawed or unjust political qualifications are, the decision lies in the hands of Filipino voters. It is their responsibility to choose the right leaders who value the welfare of the country and are endowed with a clear vision for addressing pressing matters at hand. It is their obligation to assess the caliber of every candidate and make educated choices. The true power is in the hands of the voting populace. Let us remember that they are seeking our vote. To vote wisely is to be informed and not be easily deceived. The future of our nation depends on our ability to rise above the circus and fight for our aspirations for the country. Only then can we uphold our leaders to the highest standard and maintain the true spirit of democracy for posterity’s sake. After all, the ballot is stronger than the bullet. Editor’s Note: This comes on the heels of the recently concluded Presidential Elections in the United States a week ago, which marked a historic moment as America’s first convicted criminal, Donald Trump, ascended to the presidency.
The Unbalanced Force
By: Nikita Xyzelle B. PariñaGraphics: Cyrelle RañesesPublication: Caitlin Mutas To lift weights properly, you must balance the load evenly across both shoulders. This principle is often taught to weightlifters raising a barbell—each shoulder must bear equal force, creating harmony to prevent injury. This concept of balance extends to real-life situations: neglecting one aspect of life to focus solely on another can lead to a breakdown in performance. If we fixate on one responsibility, ignoring others, the weight we’re trying to lift can become unbearably heavy, preventing true success. For example, in a science high school setting, students are known for their academic strengths. However, when it comes to sports, these schools often struggle in competitions with other institutions. This imbalance suggests a need for greater focus on physical education to ensure students develop both physically and mentally. Balancing physical and academic education is indeed challenging in a science high school, where most resources and energy are devoted to Science, English, and Math. Unfortunately, this often leaves physical education—and the sports opportunities it brings—underemphasized. One factor contributing to this imbalance is the insufficient resources available for sports equipment in the campus. For instance, athletes were unprepared during the Division Palaro 2023-2024 due to difficulties with resources and time. “During the last school year’s Division Palaro, we only had a month to practice on campus. While in the situation, we really struggled,” said Jedrick Palonpon, a senior high school student. “We only had one trainer, our equipment was lacking, and if it wasn’t lacking, it was broken. Then when we entered the competition, we were really surprised since the standard game setting we had wasn’t applicable for the contest.” This lack of equipment available also affects the number of student-athletes who can represent the school competitively. “For me, if physical education continues to be neglected, athletes may struggle with motivation, experience burnout, and see declines in their academic performance. They may also face challenges transitioning into sports careers,” shared Kaeley Dio, a student-athlete. “No matter how academically focused a school is, physical education is essential. It helps balance the mind and body, enabling students to reach their full potential.” This situation is concerning. The academic emphasis without an equal focus on physical education limits students’ abilities, reduces the pool of athletes competing, and impacts the institution’s performance in sports competitions. To balance the weight properly, schools must prioritize both mental and physical education. Teachers can support this by encouraging active participation, organizing diverse sports activities, and promoting physical education as a core part of the curriculum. In addition, balancing academic and physical education within the schedule would enable students to grow both mentally and physically. The balanced force. Through this, students are capable of showcasing their skills physically and mentally. In fact, we know that to achieve true growth, we must strive for equilibrium in both skills. In assessing this situation, a problem with regards to us personally, academically, and in general conditions could have various advantages when taken into consideration. Lastly, students are not only here to learn mentally, but to improve physically. Physical education must be prioritized, balancing capabilities should be analyzed.
Finding My Place: A Quarter of Growth and Reflection
By: Jamelle RonquilloPublication: Rianne Dane Lopez Late nights, deadlines, and the weight of expectations can feel overwhelming—but sometimes, a small reminder, ’Kaya mo ‘to,’ is all it takes to keep going. With our family and friends by our side and the courage to lean on others, we find the strength to push through together. Read The Quantum’s Feature, “Finding My Place: A Quarter of Growth and Reflection.”
PaSci Gathers for Mental Health Awareness Symposium
By: Jeanine Lea P. DalivaCopyedited by Jeyana Sophia CaparrosPhotos: Santine Susa and Reisha Uy Kalakbay: The PaScian Teen Center, together with Prisma, Pasay City National Science High School’s Gender and Development Club, hosted “SINGHAP: Build a Culture with Care,” a Mental Health Awareness Symposium led by Dr. Nina Era, a child, adolescent, and family specialist, in the school gymnasium today, November 4. The symposium aimed to educate the parents and members of the School Parent-Teacher Association (SPTA), selected representatives from Kalakbay, Prisma, and the Supreme Secondary Learner Government about mental well-being. Dr. Era, a leading expert in the field of mental health, delivered a presentation that focused on the various aspects of mental health, commonly the challenges faced by young people today. It provided valuable lessons and insights, encouraging students and parents to deepen their understanding of mental health. The event started at exactly 8:40 a.m. with Mr. Gil Ganelo’s opening remarks. The talk began at 9 a.m. and concluded at 10:30 a.m., ending with a quote from Shonda Rhimes, The event proceeded with a special message by the SPTA Vice President Kate Tagashira and succeeded with the closing remarks of Mrs. Mary Dela Cruz, Kalakbay club adviser.
PaSci marks day of mourning for severe tropical storm ‘Kristine’ victims
By: Alhea Jane BarriosCopyedited by Mekylla Marie VillapañaPhoto: Reisha Uy Yesterday, November 4, the nation observed a solemn National Day of Mourning in memory of those who lost their lives to Severe Tropical Storm ‘Kristine.’ Following Proclamation No. 728 issued by Malacañang, the Philippine flag flew at half-mast at government buildings and Philippine embassies worldwide, symbolizing the country’s collective grief. Pasay City National Science High School joined this observance earlier in the day. Throughout the day, citizens and officials paid their respects, offering prayers and moments of silence for the storm’s victims. The flag protocol, strictly observed under Republic Act 8491, saw the Philippine flag first raised to the peak before being lowered to half-mast at dawn and then raised again to the peak at dusk, marking the end of the observance. Malacañang expressed its gratitude to the Filipino people for their solidarity and compassion. The day emphasized the nation’s resilience and its unity in honoring the lives lost, as well as its commitment to support affected communities as they recover and rebuild.