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Caption: Sofia Michiko Yamamoto, Aliyah Lopez and Joebbie Krizel Gaugano Layout: Peter Aslan Bien and Chloe Garcia Suicide remains one of the most pressing public health concerns in the world, reaching an all-time high during the pandemic. While cases in some countries were noted to decline during the first year of the pandemic, suicide attempts among the youth in the Philippines increased to 7.5% in 2021 from 3% in 2013, representing an increase of 150%. Likewise, about 20% of young Filipinos considered suicide, representing about five million young individuals.   Thus, through the International Association for Suicide Prevention, together with the World Health Organization (WHO), World Suicide Prevention Day was established in 2003. Every year, on the 2nd week of September, the Suicide Prevention Awareness Week aims to emphasize the issue on suicide, erase the stigma of mental health, raise awareness amongst organizations, government, and the public, and conduct seminars and various activities.   In our world today, where everyone faces their inner and silent battles, the SSLG wants to remind you that you are not alone. While it may seem that way in the midst of the overwhelming chaos, please remember that there are people who will always be there to support you. Never be afraid to ask for help, because you matter. Your stories, your journey, your hope, your life, your pain, and your joy—all of it matters.   Let us not forget that mental health is just as important as our physical health. Let’s not turn a blind eye to those struggling with it. Let us build a community that’s able to help and support each other through the tough times. Together, let’s break the stigma around mental health and move forward. You are loved. You are valued. You are enough. You always will be. Stay; Tomorrow needs you.   References: https://www.sciencedirect.com/…/abs/pii/S187620182300093X https://www.who.int/…/world-suicide-prevention-day/2023…(WSPD,World%20Health%20Organization%20(WHO).

Isinulat ni Zacharie Macalalad Mga larawan nila Mervyn Valdez, Ayesha Salazar, at Shanellie Galura Sinuri ni Gng. Myra Jaime at Matthew Vitug  Binigyan ng mga hygiene kits ang mga mag-aaral ng Pasay City National Science High School kahapon sa kani-kanilang silid-aralan para sa pagpapanatili ng kalinisan sa sarili ng bawat estudyante. Hatid ni Hon. Emi Calixto-Rubiano, Alkalde ng Lungsod ng Pasay ang mga pinamigay na hygiene kits bilang suporta sa kalinisan at kaayusan ng kalusugan ng bawat mag-aaral. Ipinagpasalamat  ng mga mag-aaral ang pamamahagi ng  mga libreng  hygiene kits na makatutulong sa pagpapanatili ng kalinisan ng katawan at gayundin kabawasan sa gastusin sa tahanan.  

By: Hannah Vere Copyedited by: Ayesha Julia Ronquillo, Jewel Winslet Vallejo Photos: Daniel Quintin, Reisha Uy, and Jed Palonpon To raise awareness about our country’s native sign language, Mr. Francis P. Martin, a teacher at the Philippine School for the Deaf, led a lecture for PaScians during the culminating activity for Buwan ng Wika in the gymnasium on August 30, 2024. Martin shed light upon topics associated with the history of FSL (Filipino Sign Language), the importance of sign language, the causes of going deaf, and informational activities that taught the learners some basic words and gestures in both ASL (American Sign language) and FSL. He advised learners to exercise and stretch their hands before beginning to teach them the basic letters, numbers, colors, polite phrases, and their self-introduction. Following the conclusion of Mr. Martin’s discussion, the representatives of each winning section of grade levels 8 to 12 walked on stage to claim their respective certificates for having the “Best Video about Misinformation”. The winning sections are: Grade 8 – Aristotle, Grade 9 – Mendeleev, Grade 10 – Rutherford, Grade 11 – Banzon, and Grade 12 – Quisumbing. Filipino Department Coordinator Myra Jaime formally ended the event with her closing remarks, “Nasa sa’tin kung paano natin gagamitin ang ating wika. Sapagkat kapag hindi natin minahal ang ating sariling wika, ito ay kusang mamamatay. Sabi nga ng ating pambansang bayani na si Dr. Jose Rizal, ‘Ang hindi marunong magmahal sa sariling wika, ay higit pa sa malansang isda.’ Sino pa ba ang magtataguyod sa ating wika? Kundi tayo mismo na mga Pilipino.”  

Balita ni Ayesha Salazar Mga larawan nina Ayesha Salazar at Xyrel Canonoy Iwinasto ni Joebbie Krizel Gaugano Dumalo ang ilang mag-aaral mula sa Pasay City National Science High School sa ika-12 Youth Summit nitong Agosto 27, 2024, sa SM Mall of Asia Arena.   Ang Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) ng United Nations ang naging sentro ng pagtitipon ng mga kabataan.   Nagsimula ang programa sa panalangin at  pambansang awit, na sinundan ng pagtatanghal ng NU Dance Company.   Sa pambungad na pananalita ng Chief of Staff at kinatawan ni Hon. Imelda Calixto-Rubiano na si G. Peter Eric Pardo, ibinahagi niya na ang potensyal ng kabataan at ang kanilang paghahangad ng magandang kinabukasan ang magpapalakas upang matupad ang mga Sustainable Development Goals.   Sinundan ito ng pambungad na pananalita nina G. Leonard Faustino, Executive Director ng Global Peace Foundation Philippines, at G. Royston Cabuñag, Program Director ng SM Cares and Youth Program.   Unang ibinahagi ni G. Steve Dailisan, Head of Communications ng AirAsia, ang kaniyang paksang “Building a Future of Work with Youth Participation in Emerging Industries,” kung saan ipinahayag niya na walang limitasyon sa pangarap at dapat magpursigi ang bawat isa upang maabot ito.    Sunod na nagbahagi si Lyqa Maravilla, isang manunulat, EduCreator, at influencer, ng kaniyang paksang “Soft Skills Education: Education for Future Success,” kung saan ipinaliwanag niya kung ano ang soft skills at kung bakit hindi ito kayang palitan ng AI.   Tinalakay naman ni G. Ingill Ra ang kaniyang paksang “From Vision to Action: Engaging Youth in Global Partnerships for Sustainable Change.” Nagbigay rin ng mensahe para sa kabataan si Bb. Marie Beatrice Mendoza, Presidente at CEO ng Bless Microfinance Corporation.   “Harnessing Youth Creativity and Digital Innovation to Drive Industry Change” ang naging paksa ng Food Content Creator na si Bb. Abi Marquez at “From Cruelty to Kindness: Building a World Without Animal Suffering” naman ang tinalakay ni Heart Evangelista.   Pinangunahan nina G. Aijohn Santos at G. Lance Enghong ang Youth Pledge na sumisimbolo sa pangako ng mga kabataan na makamit ang Sustainable Development Goals.   Nagkaroon ng pagtatanghal ang grupong HORI7ON at nagtapos ang programa sa isang pagtatanghal mula kina Maki at Angela Ken.

By: Xyrel James Canonoy Copyedited by: Jeyana Sophia Caparros and Estella Marie Talua Photos: Neil Josh Icaro More than 15,000 student leaders from secondary and collegiate institutions across Luzon gathered at the SM Mall of Asia Arena yesterday, August 27, for the Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2024. Organized by the Global Peace Foundation Philippines in collaboration with SM Cares, the event ran from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, focusing on equipping the youth to address critical societal issues aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The event is the last stop for this year’s series of summits, which came from 17 places in the country, from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Pasay City National Science High School sent a delegation of 15 students, reflecting the school’s commitment to nurturing future leaders. The Barkada Kontra Droga (BKD) organization was represented by Elyzza Marie Esteban, Shanellie Monique Dantes, and Deanne Laura Guillarte. The Quantum’s correspondents included Travis-Jan Barroga, Xyrel James Canonoy, and Neil Josh Icaro. The Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG) delegation featured Sofia Michiko Yamamoto, Ayesha Ehris Bernadette Salazar, Filha Ray Penelope Bautista, Emmanuel Nepomuceno, and Remmy Parcia. Lastly, the Youth for Environment in Schools Organization (YES-O) sent Given Madrid, Marian Tamayo, Samantha Nicole Tandingan, Pauline Sy, and Kate Ashley Flores. The delegation was accompanied by Ms. Joanna Marie Luciano, SSLG Adviser. The summit opened with a session on SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, where AirAsia Spokesperson Steve Dailisan delivered a compelling talk titled “Building A Future of Work with Youth Participation in Emerging Industries.” Dailisan emphasized the critical role of youth in shaping the future of work within emerging sectors. Next, TikTok Educational Content Creator Lyqa Maravilla, known as “Coach Lyqa,” took the stage to discuss SDG 4: Quality Education. Her presentation, “Soft Skills Education: Education for Future Success,” highlighted the importance of soft skills in preparing the youth for the evolving demands of the global workforce. Following Maravilla, Ingill Ra led a session on SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. In her talk, “From Vision to Action: Engaging Youth in Global Partnerships for Sustainable Change,” Ra underscored the significance of youth involvement in global efforts towards sustainable development. Food Influencer Abi Marquez, famously recognized as the “Lumpia Queen,” then focused on SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. Her presentation, “Harnessing Youth Creativity and Digital Innovation to Drive Industry Change,” showcased how the younger generation can lead transformative changes through innovation and technology. The summit concluded with a powerful keynote by Television Personality and International Fashion Icon Heart Evangelista on SDG 15: Life on Land. Titled “From Cruelty to Kindness: Building A World Without Animal Suffering,” Evangelista passionately advocated for animal welfare and a kinder, more compassionate world. The event was further enlivened by special performances from Maki, Hori7on, and the National University Dance Company, leaving attendees inspired and motivated to contribute to sustainable change in their communities and beyond. Elyzza Marie Esteban, BKD President, shared her thoughts on the event: “Being part of the Global Youth Summit is also being part of history. Today marks the 18th and final stop of the Global Youth Summit, and participating in such an event was truly fulfilling… My highlight of the event, apart from the fantastic performances, was the talk by Ms. Abi Marquez… As a content creator myself, I once again realized the importance of social media as part of daily life and its ability to make an impact on the lives of those who use it…”  

Isinulat ni Zacharie Macalalad Mga larawan ni Gng. Myra Jaime at Harvy Peñero Idinaos ang asamblea para sa mga magulang kaninang hapon sa Pasay City National Science High School gymnasium para sa eleksyon ng opisyales ng Homeroom Parent Teacher Association (HPTA). Nagsimula ang pagpupulong sa panalangin, pambansang awit, at Pasay Hymn na pinangunahan ni Gng. Mary Grace T. Dela Cruz, tagapagpadaloy ng palatuntunan. Sa pambungad na pananalita ni G. Emerson Constantino, Master Teacher II Araling Panlipunan at Election Committee Co-Chairperson, sinabi niya na nakatutulong ang opisyales ng School Parent Teacher Association (SPTA) para sa pagpapabuti ng kapakanan ng mga mag-aaral ng Pasay City National Science High School. Sinundan naman ito ng pagbabahagi ng mga nagawa nitong nakaraang taong panuruan ng School Parent Teacher Association (SPTA) na pinangunahan ni G. Alvin S. Concepcion, Pangulo ng SPTA T.P. 2023-2024. Hinimok din ni G. Concepcion ang mga susunod na magiging opisyales ng SPTA na mas higitan ang mga nagawa nila nitong nakaraang taon, ika niya, “Hindi ka iniluklok sa posisyon para maging dekorasyon.” Dagdag pa niya na mas bigyan ng badyet ang mga mag-aaral na mayroong kompetisyon upang makapagbigay ng suporta. Nagbigay rin ng paglilinaw sa mga katanungan na umiral si Gng. Rebecca O. Esguerra, Administrative Officer II hinggil sa kinapuntahan ng badyet nitong nakaraang taon. Ito ay maaaring makita sa transparency board. Opisyal na nagtapos ang asamblea sa pangwakas na pananalita ni Gng. Chiradee Javiniar, pangulo ng Samahan ng mga Guro sa PCNSciHS at tagapag-ugnay ng Kagawaran ng Sipnayan kung saan binigyang-diin ang kahalagahan ng pagkakaroon ng PTA officers na makakatuwang para sa pag-unlad at ikabubuti ng mga mag-aaral pati na rin ang pangangalaga ng pangalan ng paaralan. Pagkatapos ng pagtitipon sa gymnasium ay nagtungo ang mga magulang sa kani-kanilang silid-aralan para sa eleksyon ng HPTA.  

By: Zyriel Josh Coronel Copyedited by: Mekylla Marie Villapaña and Stacie Marie Catallo Publication: Yelena Kazmier Fabricante Photos: Mark Reniel Balolo During the general assembly on Friday, August 22, Jenny Delos Santos was elected as the new President of the School Parent-Teacher Association.   The assembly began at 1:00 p.m. with opening remarks by Mr. Emerson Constatino, the SGC co-chairman, followed by the accomplishment report of the previous SPTA administration, led by then-president Alvin Concepcion.   Homeroom elections took place in the respective classrooms, followed by the SPTA elections in the Audio-Visual Room.   Set to accompany Delos Santos are Vice President Catherine Tagashira, Secretary Marlower Abuan, Treasurer Annabelle Santos, Auditor Noli Diaz, Business Manager Rosalinda Mirasol, and Public Information Officer Rodolfo Dizon.   Mark Reniel Balolo and Maria Luz Rogacion were also elected as board members.

By: Maria Leonora Luisa B. Angeles, SHS Teacher SDO-Pasay conducted the “Post Implementation Assessment and Evaluation on the Conduct of 2024 National Learning Camp Cum Forum of Leaders on National Learning Recovery Programs” last  August 22, 2024,  at Pasay City North High School – M. Dela Cruz Campus, attendees from Pasay City National Science High School were the School Principal I , Dr. Mark Anthony F. Familaran, together with the NLC Focal Person, Mrs. Jackyline T. Lagaña, , Guidance Coordinator, Mr. Gil C. Ganelo , OIC- Science Department , Mrs. Michelle M. Carranza,  and the SHS Coordinator , Mrs. Maria Leonora Luisa B. Angeles. The event was graced by the presence of our OIC-Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Joel T. Torrecampo, CESO VI, PSDS/OIC Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Mr. Quinn Norman O. Arrezza, Chief EPS-CID Mr. Librado F. Torres, Education Program Supervisors, Elementary and Secondary School Heads, Administrative Officers, Focal Persons and NLC teachers. The affair highlighted the recognition of success due to the NLC Implementers, wherein PCNSciHS was an awardee. Dr. Joel T. Torrecampo spearheaded the presentation of committed initiative to ensure efficiency in all educational undertakings, specifically on the outcome of the implemented program, the roles and responsibilities of concerned participants, addressing the challenges and questions, delving into specific issues, and gathering feedback and suggestions to intensify the program. Mr. Rogelio S. Junio, EPS-Mathematics, acknowledged the remarkable improvement in the performance of the Division of Pasay as he presented the Result of the Test on Fundamental Academic skills (TOFAS) and Rapid Math Assessment. Likewise, Dr. Rowela R. Cadayona, EPS- Filipino, gave emphasis on the evident elevation in the results of the Comprehensive Rapid Literacy Assessment (CRLA) and Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (PhilIRI) in Filipino and English. Mr. Librado F. Torres initiated the talk on the clarification of the frequently asked issues on the MATATAG Curriculum, the implementation of the NRP and NMP and inspired everyone with the line he shared, “Manatiling Liwanag sa Dilim”. Moreover, Dr. Maripaz T. Mendoza, EPS-Science, gave guidelines on the implementation of the Catch-Up Fridays in the Elementary and Junior High School, more so, she will announce as soon as there is an update for the Senior High School. Dr. Normina B. Hadji Yunnos clarified the Guidelines on the Utilization and Reproduction of the available soft copy of the Learning Resources, specifically the E-Learning and E-Textbooks. With the effective facilitation, the forum run smoothly and achieved its objectives, as continuous efforts are exerted to cope with the diverse needs of learners and ensure learning gaps are addressed effectively. KUDOS  to the achievement of PCNSciHS and SDO-Pasay.  

Isinulat nina Zacharie Macalalad at Matthew Vitug Mga larawan ni Mervyn Valdez Sinuri ni Gng. Myra R. Jaime Ginanap ang pinakaunang mga misa ng iba’t ibang relihiyon sa Pasay City National Science High School para sa panuruang taon na ito. Kahapon nang umaga, nagdaos ng misa ang Simbahang Katoliko sa gymnasium ng paaralan, ang Every Nation Campus (ENC) sa kantina, ang mga Muslim sa silid-aklatan, at ang iba naman ay sa Guidance Office. Nagsimula ang pagtitipon ng ENC sa pamamagitan ng pagkanta ng mga awit sa pagsamba na sinundan ng panalangin. Nagtapos ito sa panalangin na pinangunahan ni Nehemiah Sangalang, isang alumni ng PaScie at ng mga kinatawan ng ENC, kasabay ng pamamahagi ng mga libreng Bibliya para sa mga dumalo. Idinaos ang misa para sa mga Katoliko, kaisa ng ating punong tagapagdiwang Reberendo Padre Edgardo C. Coroza Kura Paroko ng San Roque kasama ang Resident Deacon Rev. Raymart de Guzman. Binigyang kahalagahan sa misang ito ang pista ng Mahal na Ina ng Banal na Santatlo, na sinundan ng tradisyunal na pagsamba, kasama ang pag-awit ng mga himno, pagbasa ng Banal na Kasulatan, at pagninilay sa Ebanghelyo. Samantala, ang mga Muslim na mag-aaral ay nagtipon-tipon sa silid-aklatan ng PaScie. Habang ang iba namang relihiyon ay nagkaroon ng Bible sharing sa Guidance Office. Ang mga seremonyang ito ay nagbigay ng pagkakataon sa bawat isa na magbahagi ng kanilang pananampalataya at panalangin, na nagpapakita ng pagkakaisa at respeto sa iba’t ibang relihiyon sa loob ng paaralan.  

#AtinAngWestPhilippineSea: A Primer on the Philippine-China Maritime Dispute Introduction The maritime conflict between China and the Philippines has been ongoing for the past eight years—six under President Rodrigo Duterte and the first two under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Central to this dispute is China’s claim to the nine-dash line, which covers 3 million km² of the 3.5 million km² surface area of the South China Sea, or 86% of the entire area. On May 7, 2009, China presented this map to the United Nations. However, the dashes had no set coordinates, and China could not explain their legal basis, leading to protests from numerous countries, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. This disagreement has recently gotten worse due to events such as the Philippines removing a floating barrier close to Scarborough Shoal and deploying its Coast Guard in the midst of increased activity by the Chinese Maritime Militia (CMM) near Julian Felipe Reef.  List of Acronyms UNCLOS – United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea PCA – Permanent Court of Arbitration CCG – Chinese Coast Guard CMM – Chinese Maritime Militia PCG – Philippine Coast Guard EEZ – Exclusive Economic Zone West Philippine Sea As per Section 29 of Administrative Order No. As of 2012, the waters surrounding, inside, and next to the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG), Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), and the Luzon Sea are all considered to be part of the West Philippine Sea. South China Sea Situated in the western Pacific Ocean, the South China Sea is a semi-enclosed sea. It is located to the east of Vietnam, to the west of the Philippines, to the south of China, and the north of Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, and Indonesia.  History Late 90’s When China built military installations and a radar structure on Subi Reef in 1988, it took control of the reef from the Philippines, sparking the start of a conflict between the two nations.  China also constructed several octagonal houses on Mischief Reef (Panganiban) in February 1995. Beijing received a diplomatic complaint from the Ramos administration. The Chinese Foreign Ministry initially refuted reports that there were buildings on the reef. Later on, they stated that the local fishing authorities had approved their construction as Chinese fishermen’s shelters and that Filipino fishermen would eventually be permitted to utilize the facilities. The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) declared both of these incidents to be illegal. According to UNCLOS, only the Philippines is permitted to use Subi and Mischief Reefs’s natural resources, build structures, or even turn the reefs into artificial islands.  2011 The conflict between these countries rose again after the Chinese warship Dongguan fired three shots at the vessels F/V Jaime DLS, F/V Mama Lydia DLS and F/V Maricris 12, who were fishing in Quirino, or Jackson atoll, a Philippine-claimed islet off Palawan, in February 2011. As per the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the fishing vessels received a radio warning from the Chinese warship stating, “You are in Chinese territory. Leave the area immediately… I will shoot you.” The fishing boats started to pull away, but the naval ship still fired three shots that landed 0.3 nautical miles (556 meters) away from the F/V Maricris 12. The same fishing boat came back to the location three days later to retrieve an anchor that had come loose earlier that week. Upon arrival, the crews of F/V Maricris 12 saw three Chinese fishing boats exploiting local marine resources. In March of the same year, two Chinese boats chased away a Philippine seismic survey ship near the Spratly Islands.  The Philippines later invited bids for the exploration of Area 3 and Area 4 in the Reed Bank, an area still included in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). China objected on July 4 and demanded that the Philippines “refrain from any action that infringes on China’s sovereignty and sovereign rights.” On October 20, the Philippine Navy issued an apology to China after one of its warships accidentally rammed a Chinese fishing boat in the disputed Reed Bank. 2012 – The Scarborough Shoal Standoff On April 8, 2012, the Philippine Navy spotted eight Chinese fishing vessels anchored in the waters of the Scarborough Shoal, while on April 11, a Philippine surveillance aircraft identified Chinese fishing vessels at the shoal. Due to these, the Philippine Navy deployed its largest warship BRP Gregorio Del Pilar to the area. In response, China sent surveillance ships to warn the Philippine Navy to leave the area, claimed by both countries, prompting a standoff. The Philippines later withdrew BRP Gregorio del Pilar; however, the standoff persisted, as China dispatched a third vessel to the area. Chinese fishing boats and a marine survey ship departed the shoal on the 14th day of the same month, allegedly carrying illicitly harvested endangered species. China also erected barriers to the access site to the Scarborough Shoal lagoon in the South China Sea in July of that same year, preventing Philippine ships and fishing vessels from entering. Administrative Order No. 29 was enacted on September 5 by former President Benigno S. Aquino III. This ordered the official use of “West Philippine Sea” to refer to maritime areas surrounding territories claimed by the Philippines. 2013 – The Atribation Case The Philippines sought out the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) over its territorial dispute with China. On January 22, 2013, the Philippines decided to submit the maritime dispute to Annex VII arbitration under the UNCLOS. The Philippines requested that the tribunal rule China’s claims to be “invalid” and that the aforementioned maritime zones adhere to UNCLOS. However, on February 19, China turned down the Philippines’ request for arbitration to settle its territorial dispute in the area.  Around May, approximately thirty Chinese fishing vessels, comprising three Chinese government ships, were observed for over a week at Ayungin Shoal, located in the Kalayaan Island Group off the coast of Palawan. China published an updated official map of the country on June 7th, continue reading : Philippines-China Maritime Dispute