by: The QUANTUM After securing a historic gold in the 2024 Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) competition with the theme, “Promoting Lifelong STEM Learning through Community Engagement,” Pascians Elyzza Marie Esteban, Neil Josh Icaro, Zyriel Josh Coronel, and Xyrel James Canonoy, are expected to go to the Land of Rising Sun in 2025. Inspired by the anatomical term “vinculum,” which symbolizes the vital connective tissue for finger and toe function, the winning entry, Project Vinculum, featured five key components: Buklod, Abante, Sibol, Binhi, and Likha. Project Buklod enhances collaboration and supports SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals); Project Abante focuses on gender equality and social inclusion, addressing SDGs 5 (Gender Equality) and 10 (Reduced Inequalities); Project Sibol promotes quality education through Science Fair and Math Festival, aligning with SDG 4 (Quality Education); Project Binhi ensures on environmental sustainability through events like coastal cleanups and planting activities, addressing SDGs 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), and 15 (Life on Land); and Project Likha supports sustainable cities through Brigada and Disaster Risk Reduction Management, contributing to SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). The students were trained by Rexielle Joy Villareal and Maria Theresa Estilong, Senior High School teachers. A cash tip of 1500 US Dollars (87,454.50 Philippine Pesos), and a study tour to Japan await the winning team. Congratulations, PaScians! Watch the entry here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/QbbjEmN29vQxA5Mt/
“Heavy is the head that wears the crown”: Who are you as the eldest daughter?
By: Resmiel Irish MatreCopyedited by Stacie CatalloPublication: Ysabel Tagon and Yelena Fabricante Whenever we meet new people, one question that they would ask as a way to get to know you is “In what birth order do you fall in?” I am the eldest daughter. So whenever I say that to people I’ve just met, they would often say “Ah, so you’re stubborn.”, “Ah so you don’t take others’ opinions?”, “Ahh perfectionist ‘to.”. People often profile you depending on your birth order. Alfred Adler actually introduced the Birth Order Theory. It states that your birth order dictates a part of your personality. I was 8 years old when I became an older sister. I was supposed to still be playing with dolls, games, princess tea parties. However, while fantasizing about being a princess wearing a plastic tiara in my castle in the hills, I received a crown. “Heavy is the head that wears the crown,” a quote rephrased from Shakespeare’s Henry IV. The crown we hold is not one of royalties but of service, duty, and sacrifice. Being the eldest daughter meant you had to prioritize everybody else before yourself. You’re the second parent. You’re expected to teach your younger sibling everything you know. Once your sibling cannot handle something, you’re expected to do it for them. Once they get in trouble, you also get in trouble as if their mistakes are a reflection of our guidance. You have to solve problems that should be handled by an adult. You already know how government processes work. Overwhelming, isn’t it? It’s a heavy load to carry and the expectations are endless. As the eldest, mediocre is not good enough, you have to set the standard. You also have to step into the role of being a mediator. Sibling arguments, parental conflicts, you’re expected to be calmer than everybody else in the room. And complaining is NOT an option. The pressure to be perfect, to care for everyone around you, to meet standards set by the people around you. It can have an emotional toll on yourself. You know to yourself that there’s no use of expressing yourself, because there’s always someone who seems to need you more. As the eldest, you must wear a mask of capability. Moments of exhaustion and being utterly overwhelmed are locked away because you’re too busy holding everything together that you don’t have the time to let yourself fall apart. But though the crown is heavy, it is also forged in fire. Despite the trials and hardships, I have developed strength and character. The unique pressures can make you fall apart however it can also build an incredible amount of resilience and strength. As time goes by, you learn how to navigate situations, be independent and handle multiple roles at once. Yet, even with these strengths, it is important to remember that no crown should ever weigh so heavily that it consumes you. It’s not about giving up your responsibilities but rather creating balance, setting boundaries and making sure that your needs are tended to. For years, I thought that wearing the crown meant that I had to be perfect, that my worth had to be tied to how well I would tend to others’ needs. But as time passed, I realized that it didn’t have to be that way. Everyday I learn how to wear my crown without letting it wear me down. But now I understand that I deserve to reign my life as well. I am more than just an eldest daughter. So, to all of us who bear the weight of the crown, remember that while we lead others, we must also lead ourselves to a life that would fulfill us, too. Editor’s Note: This piece is part of a performance task for the Oral Communication class of Mr. Mark Reniel Balolo, where students were tasked with creating their own TED Talk.
Stet? Transpose? Ever wondered what these symbols tell you?
By: Stacie Marie Catallo and Mekylla Marie VillapañaPublication: Ana Marie Celso and Yelena Kazmier Fabricante Unlock the secret language of editors with The Quantum’s Copy Reading Primer! From cryptic symbols to meaningful marks, discover how we shape every article with precision and style. Level up your editing skills today!
National Mathletics Challenge (NMC), Idinaos
Isinulat ni Gabrielle Ayesha Nicolas Iwinasto ni Grizylle Lucinario Sinuri nina Gng. Myra Jaime at Matthew Vitug Patnugot nina Shan Galura at Jamelle Ronquillo Lumahok ang mga mag-aaral mula sa iba’t ibang panig ng bansa, kabilang ang mga estudyante ng Pasay City National Science High School, sa National Mathletics Challenge (NMC) na isinagawa sa pamamagitan ng online ngayong Oktubre 20, 2024. Limang kategorya ang nilalaman ng National Mathletics Competition (NMC) na isang online na kompetisyon sa Matematika para sa mga mag-aaral mula Baitang 3 hanggang Baitang 12 sa Pilipinas: Algebra, Combinatorics, Geometry, Logical Analysis, at Number Theory, na nahati sa iskedyul: Novice Numerators (Baitang 3-4, 8:00-9:00 NU), Intermediate Math Maestros (Baitang 5-6, 9:30-10:30 UM), Advanced Arithmetic Aces (Baitang 7-8, 11:00 UM-12:00 NT), Proficient Problem Solvers (Baitang 9-10, 1:00-2:00 NH), at Masterful Mathematicians (Baitang 11-12, 2:30-3:30 NH). Ayon sa opisyal na talaan ng mga kalahok, umabot sa 47 na estudyante mula sa Pasay City National Science High School ang lumahok. Narito ang listahan ng mga estudyante, kanilang baitang, at guro: Baitang 7Guro: G. John Bryan PacrisShawn Kenneth O. DeodorQuendra D. UlepJustin Matthew Tangarorang MoralJayden Curt M. TulodFrancesca Maria Valeza VidalBryce Macabante BonusSamantha Jhay R. BagoEthan Franc Bustamante PanilagBaitang 8Guro: Gng. Chiradee-Ong JaviniarBryan Trevor C. NarcisoTristan Johann M. BautistaDrew Denver Esposo DulayCesar Cabael EvangelistaJulian Raphael P. CarlosMclorenz Aldrei Abanador GutierrezAzalea Ferryn R. TolinJuan Ian Antonio D. CabingueJeryl V. PadillaJaniree Aurelio SanchezCharles Matthew Francisco AndresMark Lorenzo R. SalesAkishamay P. DavidAdriana Mikhailia C. DiazBaitang 9Guro: Gng. Mariecar Sarmiento-MedinaAndrei Euan C. FegideroJen Michelle T. DiazVhan Daniel A. EspañaRhian Jennica J. FrancoEunice Yngrid B. LuciloKhryzteen Vhela C. MateoAlexandra Del VillarRolando D. TevesJohn Roy G. BenzonBaitang 10Guro: Bb. Anne Rose Falcatan at G. Napoleon Anteja Jr.Arkin Zeus C. EspesoFrancheska Jehan M. MondoyJoebbie Krizel V. GauganoXhian Miguel P. AlsolaDanella Jorin P. De VeraNikita Xyzelle B. PariñaBaitang 11Guro: Bb. Anne Patricia HabladoFilha Ray Penelope J. BautistaNeil Josh D. IcaroSamim M. PangcatanBaitang 12Guro: Bb. Rexielle Joy V. VillarealLadislao Moises Bentulan PascoRonan Kaiser Julian A. CastroMcklain Adrielle A. GutierrezMarcus Iñigo AgoyShaun Mustang G. JacintoJohn Lois V. PicañaMarc Bernard Joseph A. Damasco Nagsimula ang kompetisyon na may mga alituntunin kung saan kinakailangan ng bawat kalahok na gumamit ng laptop o desktop na may kamera at mabilis na koneksyon sa internet, hindi pinapayagan ang paggamit ng calculator, bawal kumuha ng screenshot, at kailangang mag-isa sa silid. Kapag nasunod na ang mga alituntuning ito, maaaring magsimula ang kalahok ng isang oras na pagsusulit sa pamamagitan ng ibinigay na link. Kagawaran ang mga kalahok batay sa kanilang ranggo: ang top 30% ay makakatanggap ng sertipiko at medalya (ginto para sa top 10%, pilak para sa 11%- 20%, at tanso para sa 21%- 30%), habang ang natitirang 70% ay makakakuha ng sertipiko ng achiever, merit, o partisipasyon, ang coach ng nagwagi ay tatanggap din ng sertipiko. Naglalayon ang kompetisyong ito na paunlarin ang kasanayan ng mga mag-aaral sa Matematika, Lohika, at pag-compute, na may malaking kontribusyon sa pagpapalawak ng kanilang kaalaman at kakayahan, na magsisilbing pundasyon para sa mas mataas na antas ng edukasyon at sa kanilang hinaharap na buhay propesyonal.
Mga Grado sa Unang Markahan, Ipinamahagi sa PaScie
Isinulat ni Ghea NaderaSinuri nina Gng. Myra Jaime at Matthew VitugMga larawan ni Mervyn Mason Valdez Ipinamahagi na ang mga kard nitong ika-18 ng Oktubre, ala-una ng hapon, na naglalaman ng mga nakuhang grado sa unang markahan ng bawat mag-aaral sa kanilang mga silid-aralan sa Pasay City National Science High School. Sinimulan ni Dr. Mark Anthony F. Familaran, punongguro ng paaralan ang pagpupulong sa pambungad na pananalita na kung saan masayang ibinahagi niya ang karanasan sa resulta ng katatapos lang na Division Science and Technology Fair (DSTF), matapos ang panalangin, makabayang- awit at himno ng Pasay. Ibinahagi naman ni Gng. Arlene I. Arcellana, puno ng Kagawaran ng Agham at Teknolohiya ang resulta ng katatapos lang na DSTF na halos lahat ng kalahok ay nagwagi sa nasabing patimpalak. Naghandog ng pampasiglang bilang si Remmy Parcia ng Baitang 11 Pangkat Gomez. Nakilahok ang mga guro at mga magulang sa pagsagot sa mga katanungan sa napapanahong paksang “ Mental Health Awareness Campaign na tinalakay ni G. Gil C. Ganelo, guidance coordinator ng nasabing paaralan. Nagtapos ang unang bahagi ng pagpupulong sa pangwakas na pananalita ni Gng. Rebecca O. Esguerra, administrative officer II ng paaralan, sa ngalan ni Gng. Jackyline T. Lagaña, puno ng kagawaran ng Ingles. Matapos, ipinaalam sa mga magulang na magtungo na sa kanya-kanyang silid-aralan upang pormal na idaos ang pamamahagi ng mga grado at paggawad ng parangal sa mga mag-aaral na nakakuha ng karangalan.
Chiradee Ong-Javiniar: A Steady Demeanor in Leadership
By: Rexielle Joy V. Villareal, TIII After sixteen years of dedicated service, Mrs. Chiradee Ong-Javiniar, fondly known as Ma’am Chi, has successfully passed the National Qualifying Examination for School Heads (NQESH), cementing her legacy of leadership and unwavering commitment to the students and teachers she serves. Throughout the years, she has shaped the lives of countless students, guiding them on their educational journey at Pasay City National Science High School. Beyond the classroom, Ma’am Chi’s low-key yet impactful leadership has shone through as she mentored teachers, sharing her wealth of experience and expertise. Her colleagues have witnessed her composed and resilient approach during her seven years as the Mathematics Coordinator and six years as the Faculty President. Her leadership has not only empowered teachers to realize their full potential but also provided numerous opportunities for their professional growth. On behalf of the Pasay City National Science High School community, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Chiradee Ong-Javiniar! We are incredibly proud of your success!
Eagles takes silver; Tamaraws to soar anew
By: Nikita Xyzelle PariñaCopyedited by: Estella Marie TaluaPhotos: Gabrielle Nicolas, Reisha Uy, Daniel Quintin Hard to cope. The Tamaraws finally ends a wire-to-wire game by sending the Eagles to a downtown spiral. It was a nerve-wracking match as Eugene Tan peppered an assertive of heavy spikes, making it out-of-hand against their tormentor during the Volleyball Boys Finals Intramurals 2024 at the school gymnasium last Friday, 2 – 1 (25 – 20, 21 – 25, 15 – 10). With both teams aiming for gold, Tan never wasted a chance at beating the Eagles starting a two-consecutive power-hitting spikes opposing their foe on the first set, 6 – 4. While Rennier Briones of the Eagles targets a breakthrough win against the unstoppable Tamaraws. In the first set, Tamaraws’ Santino Silveo drains superb service aces resulting in a 25 – 20 score against the Eagles. However, the Eagles’ “Do-it-all” John Martin Lomtong mastered their strong defense-frontline as Tamaraws prevailed in the first set. With this, each team gears up for a defensive battle for the second set. As the Eagles are on fire, draining strategic tactics and their masterful showmanship, Tamaraws appears to be under fire on the second set. Lomtong spearheads their wards toward victory while the Tamaraws seem to lose their spark, ending the second set, 25 – 21. Yet, Tamaraws keeps their faith to soar anew in bagging the championship award. The stubborn duo of Tan and Silveo pays no mind, exchanging ferocious attacks against the now-thumping Eagles, 10 – 7. Emotions running high, the Tamaraws successfully finished with a solid kill to wrap up the final game as the team played with the poise and heart of a champion to subdue the Eagles at 15 – 10.
Chiefs prevail in uphill battle vs. Tamaraws
By: Johann Caleb Li Copyedited by Stacie Catallo Photos: Reisha Uy, Gabriel Nicolas, Daniel Quintin, Santine Susa Lady Chiefs tops off their intramurals run with a gold medal in the Volleyball Girls’ finals after two nerve-wracking sets against the reigning champions, the Tamaraws, with both sets reaching a deuce, 2 – 0 (26 – 24, 26 – 24) in the school gymnasium last Friday. As the first set commenced, it was evident how bad the two parties wanted the crown. On one hand, the Chiefs’ sheer hunger to prove themselves to the entire school after falling short to this year’s Tamaraws in the previous Intramurals. On the other hand, the Tamaraws wanted to defend their title as champions, to make a statement that they are a force to be reckoned with. The formidable Tamaraws got off to a hot start, led by Venice Macainan’s service aces and lightning quick reaction times on her receives, fueling the run even further. Despite this, an array of spikes from Chiefs’ star Kate Flores was too much to handle for the Tamaraws, as the Chiefs secured the first set, 26 – 24. Putting the first set on their backs and setting their sights on sending the match into a third set, the desperate Tamaraws got early momentum and had a 16 – 10 advantage, seeming like there was no stopping in sight. Keeping their offense and defense consistent throughout the entire match, the Chiefs managed to turn the tides in their favor, 21-16, with the Tamaraws calling for a timeout, in hopes of shutting down their momentum. Though the Chiefs did manage to run into a speed bump in the end, along with the Tamaraws rallying a small run, it ultimately showed to not be enough, Chiefs delivering the final blow, 26-24.
PaSci launches Korean Society; Cabrera takes lead
By: Xyrel James CanonoyCopyedited by: Stacie Marie CatalloPhotos: 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.
Chiefs smashes the win for the Badminton doubles, Intramurals 2024
By: Emmanuel Salazar and Amor ManiquisCopyedited by Orange Zyrille AlcarazPhotos: Jed Palonpon An intense badminton match during the Intramurals 2024, between the teams of Deanne Guillarte and Kyla Santos from Eagles, Bearenz Enema and Beia Rafanan from Chiefs, leaves students captivated as they fight for the win for their Badminton women’s doubles in the school’s gym. Leaving students and teachers cheers as both teams show a determined and competitive spirit. The first round was intense, showcasing the determination of both teams. The Eagles fought hard, but Chiefs struck, securing a 25 – 14 win. A nail-biting round fascinated everyone as they watched the Chiefs secure victory as they smashed against the Eagles, winning and leaving the game at 2-0, which sets the round at 21 – 7. In a fast-paced men’s doubles badminton match, the Chiefs triumphed over the Eagles in 2 thrilling sets, 21-8, 21-14 at the Pasay City National Science High School gymnasium, October 11, 2024. In the first set, the Chiefs gained an early lead with Emmanuel Nepomuceno and Ethan Sarmiento playing with coordination, displaying sharp smashes and tight net play. Despite a strong fight from the Eagles, Vincent Besmonte and John Dylan Bancod couldn’t stop the Chiefs from clinching the set. After a tightly contested second set, the Captains playing in sync with aggression edged out the Eagles. The second set features a strong comeback attempt from the Eagles, but the Chiefs maintained pressure with fast rallies and sharp cross-court shots. In the final moments of the game, one last smash from Nepomuceno sealed the victory for the Chiefs.