via Danella De Vera | The Quantum Pasay City National Science High School claims top places in both Junior and Senior High School Categories of the 2026 Brainiac: Clash of the Sci-Tech Champs today, November 22, at Mandaluyong City College of Science and Technology. Under the PAMAMAZON Cluster, Rafael Simon Villon bagged the top spot among the Top 5 Best Performing Students in Research for Senior High School, whereas Rhian Jennica Franco claims top 3 in the Top 4 Best Performing Students in Science for Junior High School. Both SHS and JHS teams are set to compete for the final competition in January 2026 as they finish in the 7th and 3rd spot respectively.
Bonus, Nakibahagi sa SEAMO 2025
| Ghea Mae Nadera| John Roy Benzon Lumahok si Bryce M. Bonus, isang mag-aaral sa ika-8 na baitang, sa ginanap na Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad (SEAMO) 2025 na ginanap online noong Oktubre 18, 2025. Ang SEAMO ay isang kompetisyon para sukatin ang kaalaman ng mga estudyante sa iba’t ibang parte ng Matematika tulad ng Word Problems, Patterns and Puzzles, Logic, Geometry, Arithmetic, Analysis, at Algebra. Binigyan si Bryce ng sertipiko ng pakikilahok bilang pagkilala sa kaniyang pagsusumikap at sa pagrepresenta ng paaralan sa kompetisyon. Upang paghandaan ang kompetisyon, nag-review si Bryce ng mga aralin sa Grade 9 at 10. Ayon sa kaniya, “Advantage na may na-build ka nang knowledge at fundamentals bago ang competition upang masagutan ang mga tanong.” Matagumpay na isinagawa ang SEAMO 2025 online at naging maayos ang daloy ng kompetisyon.
Pascians Reign in Filipino Values Month Spoken Poetry Contest 2025
via Nikita Pariña | The Quantum Maria Jhoanna Mae Muega of Senior High School and Martha Ysabelle Clave of Junior High School emerged as co-champions, securing first place in the Spoken Poetry Contest held in celebration of Filipino Values Month 2025. With the theme “MATATAG na Puso at Diwa: Inklusibong Pagpapakatao, Determinadong Bayanihan, Positibong Kinabukasan,” both poets captivated the audience with their powerful verses at the SDO Pasay Conference Room today, November 20, 2025.
PaSci Brings Reading to Life at PZES Book Drive
via Elyzza Esteban | The Quantum Pasay City National Science High School strengthened its commitment to empowering literacy as it launched Project Arise today, November 19, at Padre Zamora Elementary School. Project ARISE: Awakening New Insights through Reading by Igniting Curiosity, Sharing Valuable Resources, and Empowering Lifelong Learners is an initiative led by the school’s English Department, in collaboration with the Official English Organization of PCNSciHS, Le Compendium. The project seeks to promote literacy by providing partner schools with additional reading resources, encouraging students to become lifelong learners. The program opened with an inspiring message from Dr. Mark Anthony F. Familaran, who encouraged the young learners to nurture their love for reading. As the main portion of the program, Pascian volunteers facilitated a series of storytelling sessions intended to promote reading engagement among the pupils. The activity affirmed the school’s commitment to supporting the development of the learners’ comprehension and foundational literacy skills. Following the storytelling sessions, volunteers distributed the donated books collected from Pascian students, which will be part of their learning resources. The event concluded with a heartfelt message from Ms. Anabella Cusi, who shared her appreciation for PZES and their enthusiasm in being part of the activity. “To be able to make time for elementary students, donate books and reading materials to them, and talk to them felt really fulfilling for Le Compendium. The event proved how significant it is for students, especially young ones, to be reminded of the power and influence of reading. Through storytelling, we were able to read stories to students with fun and enthusiasm, and we hope that this will give them motivation to continue reading, starting with the books that we have given to each student, and appreciate the beauty of literature with their young minds,” shared Ms. Remmy Parcia, Le Compendium President. “We plan to expand Project ARISE even further by visiting other elementary schools, barangay learning centers, and day care centers to spread the love for reading—especially at a time when so many are distracted by social media and gadgets,” said Mrs. Jackyline T. Lagaña, Head Teacher of the English Department. Photos by: Elyzza Esteban & Rhen Figuera
23rd State of the City’s Children Address, Idinaos
| Jane Ashley Tuazon| John Roy Benzon| Dexter Ogale & Jayzhelle Cacanindin Isinagawa ang 23rd State of the City’s Children Address na may temang “OSAEC-CSAEM WAKASAN: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!” na dinaluhan ng mga kawani ng pamahalaan, kawani ng paaralan, at mga estudyante mula sa iba’t ibang paaralan ng Pasay, sa Cuneta Astrodome nitong ika-17 ng Nobyembre. Sinimulan ang programa sa pamamagitan ng pagtatanghal ng Pasay City West Performing Arts, na binubuo ng dance troupe, chorale, dance sports, at angklung ensemble. Sinundan ito ng pagtatanghal ng EMI Performing Arts Ballet Group at EMI Performing Arts Rondalla. Pormal na sinimulan ang programa sa pamamagitan ng Entrance of Colors ng Boy Scouts of the Philippines Cadets mula sa Pasay City West High School, na sinundan ng pag-awit ng Pambansang Awit at pagtatanghal ng Rondalla kasabay ng panalangin. Ipinahayag ni Gng. Mary Cris L. Balictar, RSW, Department Head ng Pasay City Social Welfare and Development Department (PSWDD), ang kaniyang pambungad na mensaheng, “Sa pagdiriwang na ito para sa mga bata, inaanyayahan ko kayong makiisa sa isang makabuluhang adhikain—ang pagtataguyod ng isang ligtas, mapagkalinga, at makatarungang lipunan para sa mga kabataan. Ang temang ‘OSAEC–CSAEM WAKASAN: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!’ ay isang matinding panawagan para sa ating agarang pagkilos laban sa online sexual abuse and exploitation of children, at sa pagkalat ng child sexual abuse and exploitation materials. Ito ay isang panawagan sa lahat ng sektor ng lipunan na magsanib-puwersa upang wakasan ang anumang uri ng karahasan laban sa mga kabataan.” Sinundan naman ito ng mensahe ni Cong. Antonino G. Calixto. Aniya, “Magsama-sama tayo, maging matatag, at ipahayag na sa Lungsod ng Pasay, ang kaligtasan at karapatan ng bata ay ating ipaglaban.” Naging tampok din ang panayam sa Alkalde, na nagbahagi ng mga kasalukuyang programa ng pamahalaang lungsod para sa mga bata, kabilang ang academics, sports development, dental services, at mga inisyatiba ng Pasay City Youth. Inilatag rin sa pagtitipon ang mga plano at programang isusulong sa ikatlong termino, gaya ng pagsasagawa ng educational field trips, pagpapalawak ng enhanced robotics program, pagtatayo ng scientific calculator mobile laboratories, at pagpapalakas ng arts and culture programs. Kabilang din dito ang pagpapatuloy ng hip-hop dance classes at iba’t ibang music lessons tulad ng guitar, drums, at voice training upang higit pang mapaunlad ang kakayahan ng mga kabataan. Nagtapos ang programa sa pag-awit ng Solidarity Song, na nagsilbing sagisag ng pagkakaisa at kolektibong suporta para sa kapakanan at karapatan ng mga bata sa lungsod.
Mayor Emi Highlights Citywide Commitment to Child Safety and Equity in 23rd SOCCA
via Santine Susa | The Quantum “Because here in Pasay City, no child is left behind.” — Hon. Imelda “Emi” Calixto-Rubiano, City Mayor Pasay City reaffirmed its commitment to promoting child welfare and protection through the 23rd State of the City Children’s Address (SOCCA) held at the Cuneta Astrodome on November 17, 2025. In line with this year’s National Children’s Month theme, “WAKASAN: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!”, the annual gathering brought together youth delegates, educators, and government leaders to recognize the city’s efforts in safeguarding children’s rights and strengthening youth development programs. Delegations from various schools—including Pasay City National Science High School, Pasay City West High School, Timoteo Paez Elementary School, and the Philippine School for the Deaf—were in attendance. Pasay Science was represented by the Supreme Secondary Learners’ Government (SSLG), the Campus Integrity Crusaders (CIC), and learners from Grade 11 – Gomez. The program opened with a cultural showcase from the Performing Arts Department of Pasay City West High School and the Ballet Opera of Timoteo Paez Elementary School, featuring folk dances, choral pieces, instrumental presentations, dance sports, and contemporary routines. This was followed by the entrance of colors, the singing of the national anthem, a multi-cultural prayer, and the Pasay Hymn, formally beginning the ceremony. The Pasay News anchors—Marian De Paula, Frank Marasigan, and Marie Madanlo—were then introduced as the supervising hosts of the afternoon, guiding the sequence of presentations and facilitating the creative Q&A format of this year’s SOCCA. Adding to the excitement of the event, Alexis Dela Cruz, a student from Don Carlos Village Elementary School and the champion of the Midround Competition of Idol Philippines 2025, performed a special number, showcasing his talent and inspiring his fellow delegates. Following this, Mary Cris Balictar, Head Secretariat of the Pasay City Council for the Welfare of Children (PCCWC), delivered an opening message stressing the value of unified community action in protecting children’s rights. She was succeeded by Congressman Antonino “Tony” Calixto, who highlighted ongoing legislative and citywide efforts dedicated to supporting families and empowering young learners. Mayor Imelda “Emi” Calixto-Rubiano then delivered her SOCCA speech, wherein she emphasized the city’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that no child is left behind, highlighted key initiatives in health, education, and the arts, and urged both youth and adults alike to actively support and protect the rights of Pasay’s children. Delivered in a creative Q&A format with visual slides and a video presentation, her address brought to light the achievements of the city in providing access to educational materials, health kits, feeding programs, alternative learning opportunities through the ALS, and talent development via Sining Eskwela workshops and performance arts. Her speech served not only as a report of accomplishments but also as a rallying call for continued community engagement in nurturing the next generation. The program concluded with the awarding of certificates of recognition to city officials and partner agencies who played significant roles in advancing Pasay’s child-centered initiatives. A photo opportunity followed, featuring government representatives, partner departments, and the DSWD–Women and Children Division. Photos by: Dexter Ogale
PCNSciHS concludes Second Parent-Teacher Engagement
via Jeanine Daliva | The Quantum Pasay City National Science High School parents and teachers conduct their second parent-teacher engagement to discuss expenses made and present student achievements at the school gymnasium today, November 15, 2025. The meeting began with opening remarks from Assistant Principal Mrs. Sara Jane Delos Santos at 8:30 a.m. Following her introduction, Dr. Mark Anthony Familaran, School Principal, delivered an inspirational message to parents, urging proper communication between the school and its stakeholders. Afterward, the meeting featured performances by Elyzza Esteban, a Grade 12 student, and the Grade 7 Reader’s Theatre group. The School Parent-Teacher’s Association (SPTA) continued the meeting by presenting their financial report, which was followed by a Q&A portion. PCNSciHS alumnus John Celos talked about suicide prevention. Followed by a science strick by Martha Clave, a research presentation by Gillian Viterbo, and a group dance performance by Grade 12 students. Mrs. Jackyline Lagaña then presented the achievements of learners this second quarter. The closing remarks was led by Mrs. Arlyn Esber. The event concluded with the work immersion orientation from Mr. Gil Ganelo, ending at 11:40 a.m. With two quarters left for A.Y. 2025-2026, the school-parent & teacher engagement aimed to maintain a proper management of the institution’s performance in terms of students’ overall academic progress in the upcoming quarters. Photos by: Aliyah Lopez & Santine Mauritius Susa
PCNSciHS, Pasok sa Top 10 ng Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025
| Christine Reeze Fernandez Idinaos ang pangmalawakang kompetisyon na Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025 na pinagbidahan ng mga piling mag-aaral ng ikasiyam na baitang ng Pasay City National Science High School na isinagawa sa pamamagitan ng pagpasa ng mga entries sa digital na plataporma mula Setyembre 11 hanggang Oktubre 26. Ang programa ay naglalayong pagtibayin ang kakayahan ng mga estudyanteng galing sa pampublikong paaralan ng Science sa paggamit ng mga solusyon sa ating komunidad na nakabase sa konsepto ng STEM. Kasabay ang paglinang at pagsanay ng kritikal at malikhaing pag-iisip. Nagsumite ang mga mag-aaral na sina Ghea Nadera, Jenaiah Interia, Sophie Hernandez, Daryn Buco, Cedrick Ramirez, at Gabriel Alfonso ng proyekto na may titulong “SARIMAX Forecasting of Rabbitfish (Siganus) Catch Volume in Pangasinan: Evaluating the Influence of Plastic-Induced Thalassia hemprichii Decline” sa gabay nina Bb. Rexielle Villareal at Bb. Anne Falcatan. Tagumpay na napabilang sa sampung (10) pinakamahusay na gawa ang kanilang proyekto na may layon na protektahan ang tirahan ng mga seagrass at gawing tuloy-tuloy ang pag-ani ng mga isda. Magpapatuloy sa pinal na presentasyon sa Disyembre 3, 2025 ang mga mag-aaral na nabanggit.
Pasay City Upholds Child Welfare: Pasayeño Leaders Gather for Children’s Congress 2025
via Elyzza Esteban | The Quantum Pasay City marked National Children’s Month with the conduct of the annual Children’s Congress, gathering youth leaders from various school-based organizations to promote and strengthen children’s rights advocacy, November 14, 2025. Pascian representatives Neil Josh Icaro (Vice President, Supreme Secondary Learners’ Government), Marian Tamayo (President, Barkada Kontra Droga), Ron David Santiago (President, Youth for Environment and Schools’ Organization), and Michiko Sofia Yamamoto (President, Campus Integrity Crusaders) joined the event on behalf of Pasay City National Science High School. Congressman Antonino “Tony” Calixto opened the program with a message underscoring the vital role of youth engagement in advancing child protection initiatives. To deepen participants’ awareness, a session on Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) and Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Material (CSAEM) was conducted, offering an in-depth overview of child abuse cases and the legal mechanisms designed to safeguard minors. Following this, Mayor Imelda “Emi” Calixto-Rubiano addressed the delegates, encouraging them to remain committed to advocating for children’s rights and extending early congratulations to the incoming Children’s Congress officers. Afterwards, the election of officers took place, during which Marian Tamayo was chosen as this year’s Secretary of the Children’s Congress. The program concluded with the announcement of the top three winners of the Children’s Rights Advocacy competition, where Pasay City National Science High School was recognized as one of the finalists. As part of the continuing Children’s Month celebration, the State of the Children’s Address is scheduled to be held on November 17 at the Cuneta Astrodome. Photos by: Neil Josh Icaro & Marian Tamayo
Division-Wide Reading Proficiency Contest, Ginanap
| Ayesha Salazar| Dexter Ogale Inilunsad ang Division-Wide Reading Proficiency Contest para sa elementarya at sekondarya ng Pasay City ngayong Nobyembre 14 sa Padre Zamora Elementary School na may temang “Bridges of Understanding: Reading for Empathy, Critical Thinking, and Lifelong Learning.” Nasungkit ni Martin Cedric Eneria ang Unang Gantimpala para sa ika-7 baitang sa ilalim ng pagsasanay ni Gng. Ruwena Cascayan. Nakamit naman ni Hannah Zarren Vere ang Ikalawang Gantimpala para sa ika-9 na baitang sa gabay ni Gng. Anabella Cusi. Nakuha naman ni Rhian Jennica Franco ang Unang Gantimpala para sa ika-10 baitang sa pagsasanay ni G. Mark Reniel Balolo. Pumwesto rin ni Leon Corwin Manlangit mula sa ika-12 baitang ang Unang Gantimpala sa gabay ni Bb. Jean Glenn Verdera. Ipinahayag ni G. Restituto I. Rodelas, Chief Education Program Supervisor ng Curriculum and Implementation Division, ang kanyang pagbati sa bawat nanalong kalahok sa kanyang pangwakas na pananalita. Aniya, “Every learner here is a winner. Because every one of you chose to challenge yourselves—to grow and to believe that you can. May this experience serve as a reminder that reading will always open doors. Doors of opportunities, doors of wisdom, and doors to a world where learning never ends.”