By: Xyrel James Canonoy
Copyedited by: Stacie Marie Catallo
Photos: The Korean Society, Mara Cabrera

“안녕하세요, 마라 입니다!”

“Hello, this is Mara!”

These were the words of Joelle Mara Cabrera, President of Pasay City National Science High School’s first Special Program for Foreign Language (SPFL) organization, The Korean Society—the newest addition to the PaScian community!

On October 9, the community was surprised by a teaser released on Facebook, sparking excitement and curiosity. As of this writing, the organization’s Facebook page has garnered 209 followers and is steadily gaining attraction among students.

When asked why establishing this club was important, Cabrera shared, “Being part of the batch that experienced the Korean subject, I was surprised to learn that it had been removed from the Grade 8 curriculum and would only be taught to Grade 7 students. Many students expressed disappointment over its removal, so founding this club will allow everyone, regardless of grade level, to continue learning the Korean language.”

Cabrera also emphasized the significance of cultural clubs like The Korean Society, saying, “These clubs allow students to connect with others who share similar interests, helping them feel a sense of belonging.”

Looking ahead, Cabrera shared some of the club’s plans: “We, The Korean Society, have lined up various activities, including interactive games, contests, festivals, and events, to make learning fun and engaging for everyone. We will be opening recruitment soon, so join us as we bring the heart of Korea to PaSci!”

The club’s adviser is Mrs. Jackyline T. Lagaña, Head of the English Department and Korean language teacher.