| Ayesha Salazar & Zacharie Macalalad| Gng. Arlyn Esber Ipinagdiwang ang World Teachers’ Day para sa mga guro ng Kalakhang Pasay na dinaluhan ng mga punongguro, kawaksing punongguro, at pangulo ng bawat paaralan sa Schools Division Office ng naturang lungsod nitong Nobyembre 12. Naisakatuparan ang programa nang sabay sa online platform na Microsoft Teams upang masaksihan din ng mga gurong nasa kani-kaniyang paaralan. Isinabay sa pagdiriwang ang Typhoon Relief Fundraising ng Lokal na Pamahalaan ng Pasay at ng Kagawaran ng Edukasyon bilang tugon sa mga naapektuhan ng Bagyong Tino at Uwan. Isinagawa rin ang raffle draw kung saan nagwagi sina Gng. Mary Grace T. Dela Cruz ng ₱1,000 at Gng. Shannen Dorothy P. Gomez ng 43-pulgadang Smart TV. Dumalo rin sa kaganapan sina Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano, Vice Mayor Mark Calixto, Councilor Ian Vendivel, at Councilor Luigi Calixto-Rubiano upang magbigay ng premyong salapi at maghatid ng tulong sa mga mamamayang nasalanta ng bagyo at sunog. Ibinahagi naman ni Dr. Quinn Norman Arreza, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent ng Pasay City, ang kanyang inspiradong mensahe tungkol sa kahalagahan ng pagbibigay at malasakit sa kapwa. Aniya, “Giving to others, whether it’s our time, resources, or support doesn’t lead to poverty or scarcity. Instead, it implies that giving can enrich our lives and the lives of others. When we give, we open ourselves up to new experiences, connections, and opportunities.” Ipinahayag din ni Dr. Severo A. Bajado, Chief Education Supervisor for the School Governance and Operations Division, ang kanyang pasasalamat at paghanga sa dedikasyon ng mga guro sa kanyang pangwakas na pananalita. Ibinahagi niya ang mensaheng, “We are filled with gratitude, inspiration, and joy that only great teachers can form… So, my beloved teachers, thank you for the lessons you teach in the textbooks, for the patience you show when challenges arise, and for the hope you nurture in every learner.” Ipinamalas sa pagdiriwang na ito ang pagkakaisa ng DepEd Pasay at ng Lokal na Pamahalaan sa pagpaparangal sa mga guro habang sabay na isinusulong ang bayanihan para sa mga kababayang nangangailangan.
Learners’ Convergence 2025, ginanap sa Dumaguete City
| Jane Ashley Tuazon| SDO Pasay City Delegates Isinagawa ang Learners’ Convergence 2025, na dinaluhan ng ilang mga mag-aaral na bahagi ng Division Federation of Supreme Student Government, sa Dumaguete City noong ika-26 hanggang ika-31 ng Oktubre. Inorganisa ng Department of Education (DepEd) Philippines ang Learners’ Convergence o LearnCon, na nilahukan ng mga youth leaders, partikular na mga Supreme Student Government presidents, pati na rin ng iba pang mga kinatawan mula sa mga division federation. Layunin ng LearnCon na pagtipunin ang mga mag-aaral upang pag-usapan ang mga isyung kinakaharap ng kanilang mga komunidad at makabuo ng mga posibleng solusyon at polisiya. Iba’t ibang thematic sessions ang isinagawa sa pagtitipong ito upang tutukan ang mahahalagang aspeto ng lipunan tulad ng leadership, governance, at community development. Sa bawat sesyon, isang kinatawan mula sa bawat dibisyon ang lumahok upang makipagpalitan ng kaalaman at karanasan kasama ang mga delegado mula sa ibang rehiyon. Ayon sa kinatawan ng Pasay City National Science High School na si Filha Ray Penelope Bautista, “This LCPH has not only taught me that I am responsible and capable of action, but it also made me realize that I am surrounded by fellow young leaders who share the same passion for change, service, and leadership—individuals who inspire me to continue striving for growth and to make meaningful contributions to our community. I will make sure that the learnings I gained will not only stop in Dumaguete City but will continue to grow and be shared with others in my community.”
PaScians bumida sa eROBOLUTION Dubai 2025
| Zacharie Macalalad| Czyrish Conanan Nagwagi ang PaScians sa eROBOLUTION Dubai 2025: Global Olympiad in RAMPS (Robotics, AI, Math, Programming & Science) – Preliminary Rounds BATCH 2 na ginanap online noong Oktubre 10, 17, 25, at 26. Nasungkit ni Alzen Loyd B. Cruz ang unang pwesto sa Biology (Category 4), at ikalawang pwesto sa Chemistry (Category 4). Habang parehong nakamit ni Christian Dave Tabada ang ikalawang pwesto sa Chemistry and Biology (Category 3). Nagwagi naman sina Willard James H. Alfonso ng ikalawang pwesto sa Biology (Category 4), Orange Zyrille G. Alcaraz ng ikalawang pwesto sa Mathematics (Category 4), at Einsen Weins Vicente ng ikatlong pwesto sa Robosim (Junior High School Category). “Noong malaman ko po na 2nd place po ako, sobrang natuwa talaga ako kasi ramdam ko na nagbunga ‘ang mga oras na nilaan ko para dito,” ani Alcaraz. Ang mga kalahok sa ikatlong kategorya ay ang mga mag-aaral na mula sa ika-7 at ika-8 baitang, at ang mga kalahok sa ikaapat na kategorya ay mga mag-aaral mula sa ika-9 at ika-10 baitang. Layunin ng paligsahan na ito na paunlarin ang kakayahan ng mga kabataan sa larangan ng robotics, artificial intelligence, matematika, programming, at agham; at bigyang-daan ang internasyonal na kompetisyon para sa inobasyon. Ang Top 3 placers na nagkamit ay magsisilbing kinatawan ng Pilipinas sa Global Finals ng paligsahan na gaganapin sa Dubai. Nakamit ng mga mag-aaral ang tagumpay na ito sa tulong at gabay ni Gng. Aizah C. Agub-Ariz, Gurong Tagapagsanay na sinuportahan ni Gng. Lejanie T. Baya, Puno, Kagawaran ng TLE-ICT, sa ilalim ng pangangasiwa nina Gng. Sara Jane T. De Los Santos, Kawaksing Punongguro, at Dr. Mark Anthony F. Familaran, Punongguro.
Bumida si Viterbo: PCNSciHS, Balik National!
| Adrian Banaag| Grizylle Lucinario Nasungkit ni Gillian Viterbo ng Pasay City National Science High School (PCNSciHS) ang unang pwesto sa kategoryang “Physical Science Individual – Best Project” sa Regional Science and Technology Fair (RSTF) 2025 na ginanap sa Alejandro Albert Elementary School, Manila nitong ika-8 ng Nobyembre. Sa gabay ng kaniyang tagapagsanay na si Gng. Shannen Dorothy Gomez, tagapagsanay ng baitang 11, nakuha rin niya ang Best Presenter at ang ikaapat na puwesto sa Best Display Board – Physical Science Individual Category. “Sa totoo lang, akala ko hanggang Regionals na lang ‘yung mararating ng study na ‘to kaya nung tinawag ‘yung division natin na magre-represent sa Nationals, sobrang saya ko para sa buong Pasay Science dahil nakita ko ‘yung dedikasyon at kagustuhan ng mga tao na tumulong sa akin para ipanalo ‘to” ani Viterbo . Ang kanyang pagkapanalo ang nagmarka nang muling pagbabalik ng PCNSciHS sa National Science and Technology Fair (NSTF) matapos ang tatlong taon. Huling nakamit ng PCNSciHS ang karangalang ito noong RSTF 2022, kasama sina Xyve Flores, Sherlyn Rodriguez, at Nathania Ursos, sa ilalim ng paggabay ni Gng. Johann Shaira Malicana at Gng. Anne Patricia Fontelar. Dagdag pa niya, “Sa paghahanda ko sa NSTF, isa lang ‘yung dapat isaalang-alang at ‘yon ay makinig at maging open minded tayo sa mga pagkukulang, pagkakamali o mga posibleng revisions sa presentation and paper kasi ‘yon naman talaga ang susi para sa tagumpay dapat alam mong laging may room for improvement.
PCNSciHS, wagi sa RSTF 2025
| Adrian Banaag Isinagawa ang seremonya ng parangal para sa mga nagwaging dibisyon sa Regional Science and Technology Fair (RSTF) 2025, na may temang “Harnessing the Unknown: Powering the Future Through Science and Innovation” sa Alejandro Albert Elementary School, Manila nitong ikawalo ng Nobyembre. Dinaluhan ito nina, Gng. Shannen Dorothy Gomez, tagapagsanay ng baitang 11, Bb. Shiella Mae Narzoles, tagapagsanay ng baitang 10, at Gng. Rosalida Sinsuan, puno ng Kagawaran ng Agham. Pormal na sinimulan ang programa sa pamamagitan ng pagbabahagi ng mga salitang-aral ni Dr. Ronald Vincent Salva, Public Schools District Supervisor at OIC ng Office of Curriculum Implementation Division. “These medals are not called metal; they are forged stars you have reached from the furnace of effort. One promise that your breakthrough today, that one day, it can light a thousand homes, heal a wounded reef, or cold algorithm that freezes a hungry child. Every prototype you cradled here is a bridge you are building between dream and various cities, between laboratory and legacy to the teachers, coaches, supervisors, and organizers,” ani Dr. Salva. Unang ginawaran ng parangal ang mga Partners, Top 5 Best Shoutout, Top 5 Best Poster, at Best Display Board kung saan nasungkit ng Lungsod ng Pasay ang ikaapat na pwesto sa best display board sa SIE Team Category, Physical Science Individual Category, Life Science Team Category, at RIM Team Category. Sinundan nito ng RSTF Challenge na pinangunahan ni Bb. Micah G. Pacheco, OIC-Chief of Curriculum and Learning Management Division. “Go forth and continue to harness the unknown, be the power that fuels progress, be the generation that turns challenges into opportunities, and knowledge into solutions. Let your passion for science, mathematics, and innovations light the way toward a warm, resilient, sustainable, and empowered future for all. The 2025 RSTF concludes, but your journey as a young Filipino innovator has just begun,” ani Bb. Pacheco. Matapos nito ay iginawad ang Minor Awards, Top 5 Lourdes Choice Awards, at ang Best Presenters kung saan muling nagwagi ang Lungsod ng Pasay sa kategorya ng Life Science Individual at Physical Science Individual. Binigyang parangal din ang Top 5 Winners per Category. Narito ang mga kalahok ng PCNSciHS at ang kanilang mga parangal: LIFE SCIENCE INDIVIDUAL CATEGORY Christine Fernandez (Tagapagsanay: Gng. Shannen Dorothy Gomez) – Best Presenter LIFE SCIENCE TEAM CATEGORY Rolando Teves, David James Flores, Khirstin Mikee Baraan (Tagapagsanay: Bb. Shiella Mae Narzoles) – 4th Place Best Display Board – 2nd Place Best Project PHYSICAL SCIENCE INDIVIDUAL CATEGORY Gillian Viterbo (Tagapagsanay: Gng. Shannen Dorothy Gomez) – 4th Place Best Display Board – Best Presenter – 1st Place Best Project ROBOTICS AND INTELLIGENT MACHINE TEAM CATEGORY Steven Caleb Caibigan, Gian Marco Sumalde, Gabe Leurlee Jacieynth Sicat (Tagapagsanay: Gng. Shannen Dorothy Gomez) – 2nd Place Best Display Board STEMIE INDIVIDUAL CATEGORY Cassandra Felicia Fallena (Tagapagsanay: Bb. Shiella Mae Narzoles) “Matagumpay at kapana-nabik ang Regional Science and Technology Fair para sa akin ngayong taon na pinamunuan ng SDO Manila. Kitang-kita ang husay at galing ng mga kalahok sa iba’t ibang Research Categories na siya namang inabangan ng lahat at hindi maitatanggi na hindi nagpahuli sa husay at galing ang mga representative ng Pasay. Napakaganda ng naging resulta ng kompetisyon dahil bawat lungsod ay nagkaroon ng karangalan sa iba’t ibang klase ng awards. Nanalo ng Best Project Board, Best Presenter at Best Projects ang mga student researchers ng PCNSciHS. Nagpapasalamat ako nang lubos sa Panginoon sa mga karangalan na natanggap ng mga student researchers. Hindi ito magiging posible kung walang suporta galing sa kanilang mga magulang, school admin headed by Dr. Mark Anthony Familaran, school faculty lalo na ang Science Department headed by Mrs. Rosalida Sinsuan, pati na rin ang community researchers ng Pasay City National Science High School.” ani Gng. Gomez, tagapagsanay. “Siguro for this years RSTF, mas konti yung participants natin from the school kaya mas naka focus, and masasabi ko na medyo maganda naman at mas nahigitan natin yung mga awards na nakuha natin last year. Speaking of last year’s awards, mas maganda yung results natin ngayon, mas mataas at mas maraming bagong awards tayong natanggap na hindi naman natin naaabot o nakukuha from the past RSTF. Overall, masaya at puno ng panibagong aral at kwento ang RSTF ngayong taon.” ani Bb. Narzoles, tagapagsanay.
PaSci Comes back stronger; Qualifies for NSTF 2025
via Elyzza Esteban | The Quantum Pasay City National Science High School makes a remarkable comeback as Gillian Viterbo secures a coveted spot in the Physical Science – Individual Category during the recently concluded Regional Science and Technology Fair (RSTF) 2025 held last November 6-8. With the guidance of Mrs. Shannen Dorothy P. Gomez, Viterbo is set to represent the National Capital Region at the upcoming National Science and Technology Fair (NSTF) 2025 in Pasig City. Apart from earning a place in the national competition, Viterbo also bagged the Best Presenter Award and 4th Place Best Display Board, solidifying her outstanding performance among regional contenders. In addition to Viterbo’s success, several Pascian researchers likewise brought honor to the school through the following recognitions: Best Presenter Award LS-I_Banuyo Christine Reeze Fernandez 2nd Place Best Display Board RIM-T_FloodNav Steven Caleb Caibigan Gian Marco Sumalde Gabe Leurlee Jacieynth Sicat 4th Place Best Display Board 2nd Place Best Project LS-T_Lanzones Rolando Teves Jr. David James Flores Khirstin Mikee Baraan Viterbo’s milestone marks the first time since 2022 that Pasay City National Science High School will once again compete in the National Science and Technology Fair.
Pascians back at eROBOLUTION Dubai 2025
via Nikita Pariña | The Quantum Pasay City National Science High School has once again proven the brilliance of Filipino youth, clinching multiple awards at the eROBOLUTION Dubai 2025: Global Olympiad in RAMPS — a competition in Robotics, AI, Math, Programming, and science — November 8. The awardees are as follows: BIOLOGY – Category 4 • Alzen Loyd B. Cruz – 1st Place • Willard James H. Alfonso – 2nd Place MATHEMATICS – Category 4 • Orange Zyrille G. Alcaraz – 2nd Place CHEMISTRY – Category 4 • Alzen Loyd B. Cruz – 2nd Place ROBOSIM – Junior High School • Eisen Weins Vicente – 3rd Place CHEMISTRY – Category 3 • Christian Dave Tabada – 2nd Place BIOLOGY – Category 3 • Christian Dave Tabada – 2nd Place The students were trained by Ms. Aizah Agub, the club adviser of IRYS.
PaSci empowers lit; celebrates Nat’l Reading Month
via Emmanuel Salazar | The Quantum To honor National Reading Month, Pasay City National Science High School (PCNSciHS) and the official English Club, Le Compendium, held the opening program at the school gymnasium on November 7, 2025. The day started with the Eucharistic Mass around 7 a.m., followed by the cosplay parade at around 9 a.m., where students of all grade levels showed off their attire following their respective themes. The program proper started at around 9:40 a.m. with the preliminary activities led by the PCNSciHS Chorale, followed by the opening speeches of Dr. Mark Anthony Familaran, School Principal II, and Mrs. Sara Jane Delos Santos, Assistant Principal II, represented by Mrs. Pinky Esguerra, School administrator, and Mrs. Arlyn Esber, Head Teacher, respectively. An energizer was conducted by Galaw Siyensa, followed by the introduction of activities led by Mrs. Jackyline Lagaña, Head Teacher III and Faculty and Employees Association (FEA) President, and by Mrs. Anabelle Cusi, Master Teacher II, who introduced the reading ambassador, Mr. Gustav Sanchez, PCNSciHS Alumnus. Following Mr. Sanchez’s speech, a sit-down interview with Elyzza Esteban and Mr. Sanchez took place. Concluding the event, Mr. Mark Reniel Balolo, Le Compendium Adviser, announced the “Best Cosplay” winners with Tristan Bautista in fifth, Roneza Bernasor in fourth, Yohan Navarro placing third, Elly Leduna securing second, and Orange Alcaraz achieving top spot. Ms. Remmy Parcia, Le Compendium President, stated that, “We aim to share the power of English literature, speech, and performing arts by providing students the opportunity their knowledge in these aspects and inspire them to recognize, appreciate, and uphold the enduring significance of these art forms.” Photos by: Gabrielle Ayesha Nicolas, Dexter Ogale, Pearl Belena, Aliyah Lopez, Kylie Ronquillo, Reizhen Tualla, Santine Susa, Ryza Sophia Anabo, Leina Eavonne Miguel.
Do not be afraid to dream — Mr. Sanchez, Reading Ambassador
via Hannah Zarren Vere | The Quantum Mrs. Anabella V. Cusi opened the interview with a speech describing Mr. Gustav Sanchez’s experiences and accomplishments. “Success begins with dedication, resilience, and a genuine love for learning,” she said. Mr. Sanchez is a Summa Cum Laude graduate, top of his batch in Accountancy, currently a Senior Finance Manager at Procter & Gamble, and much more. Despite being a self-proclaimed “corporate slave,” Mr. Sanchez strongly preaches how reading never becomes irrelevant no matter what the field. He believes that reading should be used for reading people, emotions, the room, and life. The Quantum’s Editor-in-Chief, Ms. Elyzza Marie O. Esteban, led the interview with Mr. Sanchez, opening the session as he shared his unforgettable moments with PaSci. He shared that the moments that really stuck with him were during the speech choir. He recalled the joyful memories that he made despite being exhausted after a long day. He reminded the students to take these opportunities to build connections and memories. Mr. Sanchez reminisced about his younger self, and how he couldn’t have imagined being where he is today due to all the uncertainties. In college, the students there are the best of the best from schools like Manila Science and Philippine Science. “Just value the teachings and lessons from high school and that will propel you to college. Your only edge is what you learnt here. “ On the topic of his former English Teacher, Ms. Lagaña’s methods on motivating him to read more, Mr. Sanchez says that it wasn’t a lesson that taught him the value of reading, but a policy—specifically, the English-only policy. It taught him to appreciate English, especially since his work often aligns with other nationalities. As an accountant, it taught Mr. Sanchez lots of things. Specifically, “It teaches discipline, it teaches you to be humble… Humility is very important. Beyond IQ, what we need is EQ. Understanding other people and what they need is the key to success in life.” Mr. Sanchez asks the audience who has Facebook. When almost everyone raises their hand, he makes the point that everyone reads daily. Reading is applied differently for everyone. But for his personal experiences as an accountant in the American company PNG, they deal with dollars. The most important thing to him is the foreign exchange rate. 1 dollar = 59 pesos. If he’s not able to go through social media to see the new exchange rate or hurricanes, he can’t update his coworkers. There was a point in Mr. Sanchez’s life where he read something and it helped him through the adversity he was currently facing. That something was Ms. Rogacion’s daily news policy for her AP class, because her method randomly selects the reporter. If the reporter was unable to recite, they failed for that day. As a grade-conscious child, the thought weighed on his mind. According to Mr. Sanchez, reading applies to people as well In order to lead his team, he needs to assess their emotions, needs, wants, and career aspirations. His team consists of plant finance managers, which impacts the work they do. He shares his college experience—subjects in La Salle lasted 4 to 5 hours, with daily exams. While it may sound brutal, Mr. Sanchez states that the treatment was justified considering it was the standard for accountants. “Generally, whatever school you go to, what’s important is to carry what you learned in this school. No matter the field.” To guide learners to start reading more, Mr. Sanchez suggests focusing on topics that pique one’s interest—whether that be gossip, manga, or a news article. Reading sharpens the ability to understand and communicate; communicating in a concise, direct, and sharp way is essential when communicating with intellectuals. For books, Mr. Sanchez recommended The Da Vinci Code. Though he admits it may be too mature for the audience demographic, it was the only book he read cover to finish. He also recommends the book, I Do Not Give a Blank, a thriller that helped him grasp essential knowledge. Most importantly, he advised reading textbooks. ”I know some of you aren’t realizing the value of reading, high school, and the hardships you’ll face in the real world. Don’t be afraid to dream, no matter what your status. If you’re afraid to dream, you’ll lose the passion to work harder and aspire to be more.” Said Mr. Sanchez as his final reminder. Photos by: Gabrielle Ayesha Nicolas, Dexter Ogale, Pearl Belena, Aliyah Lopez, Kylie Ronquillo, Reizhen Tualla, Santine Susa, Ryza Sophia Anabo, Leina Eavonne Miguel
Pasci accomplishes two-minute NSED record
via Emmanuel Salazar | The Quantum Completing with a time of 2 minutes and 48 seconds, Pasay City National Science High School set a new record at the fourth quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on November 6, 2025. The drill started at 9:00 a.m. and ended at around 9:10 a.m. with Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP), Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP), Red Cross Youth (RCY) and Batang Empowered Resilient Team (BERT) monitoring the drill. Photos by: Santine Mauritius Susa, Ryza Sophia Anabo, Aliyah Lopez, Gabrielle Nicolas, Kylie Jerrilyn Ronquillo, Pearl Beleña