Republic of the Philippines

Pasay City National Science High School

Schools Division Office - Pasay City

Pasay City National Science High School are now accepting applicants for incoming Grade 7 and Grade 11 for SY 2021-2022. Please see the attached memo here for application guidelines. Posted below is the application form or you may also download a copy here.

Memo No. 83 Schedule of Online Administration of First Quarter Summative Test SY 2020 – 2021

October 5, 2020 marks a new beginning for the entire Pasay City National Science High School community as it officially began its blended distance learning modality. The said distance learning was initiated through the use of various virtual platforms such as Google Classroom and Google Meet with the assistance of offline modalities such as modules and pre-recorded video lessons. Most students expressed their experienced fatigue and anxiety in various social media platforms as the first day of classes was ceased. According to Kimi Jan Escalante, a grade 10 PaScian student, the heavy workload is definitely not a joke after going through the creeping exhaustion as he faced all throughout his day. “I still have the problem of not being able to download certain modules because it won’t even let me. I still wish the schedule would be shorter,” he stated. Teachers also claimed that they truly prefer the face-to-face pedagogical approach. However, they had to adapt to the new normal due to the ongoing pandemic, “Kung dati ay usually sa apat na sulok ng silid-aralan tayo nag-aaral ng mga leksiyon, ngayon hindi, ang pagkatuto ay puwede na sa kahit saang lugar as long as merong internet o kaya merong learning materials. Ine-expect ko na mas lalaki ang demand ng online learning in the future gaya ng nangyayari sa Pinas ngayon,” Napoleon Anteja, the grade 10 Mathematics teacher, said. (Back then, we usually study our lessons inside the four corners or the classroom, now we don’t, now learning can be done anywhere as long as there is an internet connection or learning materials. I expect that the demand for online learning will increase in the future just like here in the Philippines today) “Kasi mas na-explain ko noon nang mabuti. Ngayon, napaka-limited ng oras ko kasama ng mga bata. Challenge rin sa ‘kin kung pa’no magiging engaged sa’kin ang mga bata at matuto sila nang maayos kahit na marami rin akong pagkukulang sa kanila bilang guro.” (I could explain it better before. But now, my time with the children is very limited. It’s also a challenge for me to help the students be engaged in me and if they would still learn properly despite my shortcomings as their teacher.)No one is absolutely exempted from experiencing the impacts of the modified educational approached brought by the virus outbreak. “Struggles ko? Usually sa pagpe-prepare ng learning materials ng bata. Yung sa PowerPoint na gagamitin ko, kung paano pagkakasyahin sa 40 minutes ang dalawang topics na usually noon nadidiskartehan kong ituro nang ‘di ako nagmamadali,” Anteja added. (My struggles? Usually in preparing the learning material for the kids. The Powerpoint that I am to use, how will I compress two topics within 40 minutes which I could do before without being rushed.) Anteja also stated that he was struggling with the use of the devices during the online lecture.On the other hand, parents were also concerned for the wellbeing of their children as the learners adapted to the new normal. “Okay lang naman sa akin na mag-online class sila kasi, at least, hindi sila nae-expose sa labas at mas mababa ang posibilidad na mahawa sila ng COVID. Mabuti rin na nababantayan namin sila habang nagkaklase at aware kami sa mga ginagawa nila. Ang pinaka-concern ko lang ay ‘yung sobrang exposure nila sa harap ng screen. Natatakot ako na baka kapag nagpatuloy ‘yung ganito, may masamang mangyari sa kalusugan ng anak ko,” a parent of a grade 10 student claimed. (It’s okay for me for them to have online classes because, at least, they aren’t exposed outside and the risk of infection is low. Its also a pro that we are able to supervise them and we are aware of what they do in class. My only concern is their prolonged exposure on screens. I’m afraid that if this will go on, my child’s health will be risked.) As the classes end, both teachers and students looked for ways to cope with the stress. According to Maria Jocel Lavilla, the SSG Grade 10 Representative, “It’s really difficult coping with this style of education, but listening to my favorite songs while answering my modules helps me. I also try my best in communicating with my family and friends during my free time to ease my mind for a bit. Other than that, I still hope that the system of learning would improve as the year proceeds.” Escalante also said that his stress relievers were sleeping, listening to music, and watching Youtube videos. Anteja expressed the importance of hope in overcoming the challenges of the pandemic, “Honestly speaking, medyo worried talaga ako na ‘di ako makapagturo nang maayos ngayon. To cope up sa mga stress ngayon ay iniisip ko na lang na matatapos din itong pandemiya na ito, kasi ‘di matutumbasan ng napakagandang technology ang connection ko sa mga bata ng face-to-face kasi iba pa rin kapag andyan sila na literal na kasama mong natututo.” (Honestly speaking, I’m actually a bit worried that I will fail to teach them properly now. To cope up with stress these days, I just think that this pandemic will end, because good technology will never equate to the connection I have with the students face-to-face, which is completely different as they are literally with you, learning.) Anteja also shared his feel good techniques. “Bukod d’yan naglalaro ako ng games sa cellphone pang bawas-stress kahit paano. Higit sa lahat, nagtiwala na lang ako kay Lord na mapagtatagumpayan ko bawat sitwasyon na kakaharapin ko dahil sa Kanya, at para sa mga estudyante ko.”(Besides that, I play games on my cellphone to relax. More so, I just trust the Lord that I will overcome hardships that I will face through Him, and for my students.)

Attached here is the School Memo No. 64, s. 2020 regarding the schedule of distribution of week 2 modules and other learning resources.Please be guided accordingly.

Pasay City National Science High School, in cooperation with the Supreme Student Government (SSG) opens another Brigada Eskwela project entitled “Recyclable Materials Mo, Sagot sa Pag-aaral Ko!” This project aims to give further financial assistance to learners through the means of collecting numerous recyclable materials in exchange for funds.These recyclable materials include but are not limited to plastic bottles, newspapers, cardboard boxes, and aluminum cans. Moreover, you can bring these to Pasay City National Science High School while following the health and safety protocols such as wearing a face mask and a face shield. For further inquiries, kindly contact Mr. Randie Pimentel through his Facebook messenger or at his contact number 09062420458.Your provided help and support for this project are greatly appreciated by the PaScian Community! News by Supreme Student Government (SSG) 

LOOK: GPTA donated a total of 20 Globe and Smart Prepaid Wifi, and 5 Flash drives. The financial donation gathered by the Pasay City National Science High School and SSG was used to purchase 15 Globe and Smart Prepaid Wifi, and 12 Flash drives. The Supreme Student Government (SSG), are beyond grateful for these. Thank you for making this academic year’s Online Class possible for every PaScian. News by: Supreme Student Government (SSG)

Selected teaching staff of Pasay City National Science High School distributed learners’ modules at the school’s gymnasium, September 16-18, 2020. As the start of classes on October 5 draws near, both students and teachers have been doing their preparations for the ‘new normal’. Along with those preparations are the modules distributed by selected teachers. According to Ms. May Ann Romano, a teacher at PCNSciHS, one teacher was assigned to facilitate the distribution per each level. Each of them practiced safety protocols such as wearing PPE, masks, and face shields. To avoid the spread of COVID-19, the school followed safety guidelines in handing out the modules. Recipients needed to sign a health declaration form before entering the campus. Social distancing and proper queuing were implemented with the help of front runners at the gymnasium. During the distribution, recipients needed to show proof of identity for acknowledgment, sanitize their hands before getting the learning resources, and sign the distribution form, confirming that the learning kit is complete and received. Electronic devices such as netbooks, home Wifi, and flash drives were also given out to those who don’t have internet access and a device to use. “Though it is important for the students and teachers to have interaction with regards to the lessons, a modular approach will teach the students to learn at their own pace and strengthen their independent learning skills. I know students will find difficulties on the first roll of the modules but I think they will eventually adapt to it, it is just a manner of practice and they shouldn’t worry because the teachers are still there for consultation in case they cannot understand some of the parts of the module,” Ms. Romano said. ” I want to point out that this will test how they will manage their priorities despite the time constraints from all the school works,” she added. Concerned with blended learning, Angeline Besarra, a parent of a grade 10 student, said that blended learning might be quite hard for her children due to occasional internet problems. She also said that these modules would be effective if teachers will be able to teach all the lessons that are on the modules and will not let the child go through it on its own. News by Clarence Borlaza Images by Sir Randie Pimentel

Conduent Philippines, a leading services and solutions provider, donated 40 sets of desktop computers to Pasay City National Science High School last July 29, 2020 as a part of Bayanihan in Brigada Eskwela 2020. The company, Conduent Philippines, is represented by: Rishi Pradhan, Country Leader in Malaysia and Philippines; Francis Noel Nocete, Office Administration Associate; Melanie Mendoza-dela Cruz, Administration Manager; Raffy Oliver Cornelio, Marketing Analyst I; Marivic M. Bautista, Media Designer Services Analyst and Multimedia Development Conduent Learning Services. The donations were 40 LENOVO desktop computers that will be used by the learners and faculty to aid the distance learning in the new normal. They were received by Mrs. Lovelyn Jane S. Bacera (Principal), Mr. Randie Pimentel (Brigada Eskwela Chairperson), Mrs. Susana Calandria (Filipino Department Head), Mrs. Myra Jaime (Master Teacher 2), Mrs. Lourdes Ancheta and Mrs. Elizabeth Avila (Filipino Teachers). “I would like to express our sincerest gratitude to the company Conduent Philippines, for their gracious donations to the school. Their genuine generosity is highly appreciated in providing assistance to our learners and teachers during distance learning phase.” Pimentel said. The school is preparing for the blended learning this coming school year granted by the Department of Education wherein face-to-face instruction will not be allowed unless there will be a vaccine to be administered for the learners. News by Mark Balolo