IN THE SPIRIT OF CHARITY. The GJC staff led by President Dr.

Noemi Villanueva (10th from left) with TV anchor and GJC alumnus Anthony Taberna (8th from left) after the turnover of the schools donations to the ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya.

What's Inside NEWS

Campus journalists attend convention... Five staff members of The Link attended the EdukCircle Convention on Social Media held on February 23 at the .... MORE ON PAGE 3

OPINION

Volume XIII
ISSUE NO. 3
March 2013
Desperate actions Just how many Filipinos can pinpoint the location of Sabah if given a map of Asia? And if most of us find it... MORE ON PAGE 4

TECHNOLOGY

Delgado, De Rueda top graduating class of 2013

By Charinette Padolina
With final averages of 1.16 and 1.30 respectively, Antonio T. Delgado, BSEd and Carlo M. De Rueda, BSA topped this years batch of graduates as Magna Cum Laudes. Hailed as Cum Laudes are: Marilyn D. Custodio, Kimberly Mary Joice M. Bulanadi, Cza- P. David, Bryan E. Dela Cruz, reth Jane M. Castro, Aloha Mae Ana Carmela P. Dela Pea, NerV. Imbag, Leilani A. Manalo, issa C. Garcia, Divine Grace H. Adriyel M. Santiago and Jenifer Macapagal, Arnold P. ManalasD. Vergara. tas, Jonathan L. Maas, Kristine The following are de- Mae M. Maniaol, Catherine D. clared as Deans Listers: Jen- Mateo, Ma. Christina C. Mina, elyn Q. Alpanta, Arnold B. Jana Joy S. Santos and Aljon M. Amolo, Melojane G. Canapi, Sta. Ana.

Windows 8 OS is now released... Main features of Windows 8 OS which I found are as follows: 1.It is fast as compared to previous OSs... MORE ON PAGE 5

SPORTS

MAGNA CUM LAUDES. Antonio T. Delgado (left) and Carlo De M. Rueda (right) topped this years graduating class.

GJC athletes land 1st, 2nd places... Edmar Marquez and John Bryan Fernandez copped the championship title in the Syquio Badminton tournament... MORE ON PAGE 8

JPIA-GJC lands 2nd place in 19th Regional convention

General de Jesus College got the 2nd place National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants Region III CUP in the 19th Annual Regional Convention held at Tanza Oasis Hotel & Resort, Tanza, Cavite last February 22 - 24, 2013. Winners in academic level in their respective categories were: Carlo De Rueda bagged 1st place (Practical Accounting 2 Quiz Bee), Jenifer Vergara landed on 2nd place (Manage-

GJCS BSA: The Champions

By Geleen Macapagal
More feathers are being added to the cap of the newly formed College of Accountancy and Accounting Technology (CAAcT) as they made their mark in back to back competitions held in Pampanga and Cavite. Czareth Jane Castro, Carlo de Rueda and Jenifer Vergara emerged as CHAMPION in 2013 Bureau of Internal Revenue (Revenue Region IV) TAX-GISAN NG GALING QUIZ BEE held in Event Center, SM Pampanga last February 18. Two days later, GJCs BSA won the FIRST CHUAPASCUAL ACADEMIC CUP held in Tarlac State University last February 20, 2013. Carlo de Rueda bagged the 1st place, Czareth Jane Castro ranked 2nd place, while Catherine Mateo landed 4th respectively. These back to back victories are due to the perseverance of the participants and the guidance of their coaches and instructors.

By Geleen Macapagal

ment Services Quiz Bee) and 5th place (Practical Accounting 1 Quiz Bee), Czareth Jane Castro won 3rd place (Auditing Quiz Bee) and 5th place Management Services Quiz Bee,Kimberly David grabbed the 3rd Place (Practical Accounting 2 Quiz Bee), and Cristina Mina bagged the 4th Place (Management Services Quiz Bee).The said convention was participated by 20 colleges and universities in Region 3 offering accountancy programs.

FRUITS OF LABOR. The schools delegates to the Student Leadership Assembly proudly show their medals and certificates.

GJC bags awards in APPSAM student leadership confab

By Nikka Ra Eli Almeda
Four GJCians bagged awards in the First National Collegiate Student Leadership Assembly and Talent Fair held by the Association of Philippine Private School Administrators and Mentors (APPSAM) last February 11-13 at the Benitez Hall, Teachers Camp in Baguio City. The assembly was themed Transforming the Youth, Transforming the Nation: National Progress through Empowering Leadership. The winning representatives from GJC were: Loriejane Jose, BSEd II, 3rd place, Essay Writing and Sustainable Community Project; Daniel Halili, BSEd II, 1st place, Poem Writing and 2nd place in Extemporaneous Speaking; Grace Garcia, BSEd III, 2nd place, Sustainable Community Project; and Noel Dionisio, BSEd III, 1st place, Pagsulat ng Tula. They were accompanied by Dr. Maria Cristina Ravela, dean of the College of Education. The three-day assembly aimed to train students to be better and effective future leaders of their own community and included workshops and student competitions.

BRINGING HOME THE BACON. The winners pose for a souvenir photo after the awarding ceremony.

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The General De Jesus College composed of the management, faculty, staff and students joined the nations effort to help our brothers and sisters who were greatly affected by the recent super typhoon Pablo. Some members of the management, faculty, staff and student council went to ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya last December 18, 2012 to personally hand over the donation composed of a sum of one hundred thousand pesos (P100,000.00) and relief goods (canned goods, 10 sacks of rice, instant noodles and 177 pairs of step-in sandals). They were welcomed by Kapamilya anchor and GJC alumnus Anthony Taberna. The donations were col-

NEWS

The Link
march 2013 issue

GJC gives love to typhoon victims

NEWS BITS
General de Jesus College is not only into the education of the students, but also into the safety of the gjcians, staffs, and the school itself. There may be guards and patrols roaming around the school, but for more insurance of safety CCTV cameras are installed in different areas of the school. Now, the school will be well monitored, and the safety will be more guaranteed. - The Plume

NEWS Campus journalists attend social media convention

The Link
Volume xiii no. 3

By Antonio Delgado
Five staff members of The Link attended the EdukCircle Convention on Social Media held on February 23 at the Crossroad Convenarium in Quezon City. The campus journalists who attended the convention were: Antonio Delgado and Charinette Padolina, editors-inchief; Aljon Sta. Ana, associate editor; and Therese Amor Joy Go and Noel Dionisio, junior staff writers. They were accompanied by Mrs. Jennifer Erese, college publication adviser. The confab, themed Cyber Journalism and the Psychology of Social Media was hosted by broadcasters Ms. Susan Enriquez, Mr. Mark Salazar and Mr. Atom Aurollo. The main guest speaker for the seminar was GMA 7 Vice President for Multimedia Journalism Mr. Howie Severino who discussed the ethics to be followed in social media. He further urged everyone to be responsible in using media such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Other speakers in the convention were: Dr. Clarita Carlos, president, Center for Asia Pacific Studies; Ms. Maria A. Ressa, CEO and executive director, Rappler.com and former CNN bureau chief; Mr. Rico Hizon, news anchor, BBC; Dr. Rhoda Myra Garces Bacsal, assistant professor, Nanyang University, Singapore. Dr. Carlos delivered a lecture on the relationship of politics and social media. As an example, she outlined the beginnings of the Arab Spring revolutions and the role of social media in bringing about political change. On the other hand, Ms. Ressa expounded on the comparison between social media and traditional media. She traced the method of news gathering from the time of typewriter to the era of computers. Meanwhile, Mr. Hizon explained the importance of promoting good news through social media as a means of uplifting the morale of the Filipino people. The seasoned BBC anchor lamented that while news of political bickering and crime dominate the headlines, there is a scarcity of feelgood positive news. In her talk, Dr. Bacsal discussed blogging as a resource in the classroom. She further gave tips and strategies based on her own experience in incorporating the Internet to the classroom experience. A panel discussion and open forum followed each talk in which participants in the

CCTV cameras intalled in campus

HELPING HANDS. CSC Gov. Aljon Sta. Ana and Vice Gov. Jhanine Angeles (in yellow polo shirts) help in carrying boxes of donations to the ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya warehouse. lected from the management, and Vice Governor Jhanine Anfaculty and staff who all agreed geles of the College Student that they would no longer hold Council joined the delegation their Christmas Party and in- to represent the college stustead donate to the fund drive. dents who also contributed to Governor Aljon Sta. Ana the fund drive.

4th Year BEEd students attend PAFTE seminar

By Jenelyn Alpanta, BEEd IV
Fourth year BEEd students attended the Philippine Association for Teacher Education (PAFTE) Student Teachers Congress held last February 8 at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium in Malolos, Bulacan. The whole-day seminar was themed On Becoming a Global Teacher. The student participants were accompanied by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Josefina Magno, Dean of the College of Education Dr. Maria Cristina Ravela and former Dean Dr. Guadalupe Abon. The resource speakers were: Dr. Jerome Ouano, assistant professional lecturer, De La Salle University, Manila; and Dr. Allan de Guzman, professor, University of Sto. Tomas.

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) held an Orientation Seminar on Labor Education for Graduating Students for SY 2012-2013 last January 31 at the school gymnasium. It was attended by the graduating students from all courses within the school. Guest speaker was Antonio Sicat, Jr., DOLE Region III office representative who oriented the students on labor laws and the rights of employees. - The Link

DOLE holds labor education seminar for graduating students

The General de Jesus College had implanted itself a new property. Two drinking fountains are now available in our school. It is donated by the batch 83 alumni. One of the drinking fountains is lying on the Mendez Hall, and the other one is lying beside the GJC gymnasium. These drinking facilities are now installed and placed inside protective cages and gates to avoid such damage and to be protected from robbers when night time. However, the protection made is not enough, so Gjcians cooperation is a must. - The Plume A recollection was held for the graduating batch of this school year last February 7 at the Audio-Visual Room. The recollection was facilitated by Brother Eugene, a seminarian from Maria Assumpta Seminary in Cabanatuan City. - The Link The school celebrated its 67th year of providing quality education to the youth to develop morally upright, civicminded and useful citizens last February 22-23 and March 1-2. Various activities including film showings, academic and non-academic competitions, sports fest, seminars, booths and magical shows were held by the different clubs and organizations as part of the festivities. - The Link The Young Educators Society (YES) held its 1st Academic Quiz Bee last February 22 at Room 113 of Odulio Hall. Five teams competed in the competion which covered Science, Mathematics, English, Filipino and Social Studies. The team which eventually emerged as the champion comprised of: Leah Perez, BEEd III; Genevieve Garcia, BEEd II; Aira Mae Tolentino, BEEd I; and Noel Dionisio, BSEd III. - The Link
JOB WELL DONE. The JPIA officers together with the accounting professors pose for a souvenir photo. mas presentations of JPIAns pared a presentation for them. with the theme: Lets Groove The mobile disco rocked to the Harmony, Feel the Spir- the gymnasium. It had been it of Christmas, You and Me. more exciting when a group Each year level entertained the dance contest through the fajudges as they featured heart- mous dance craze Cha Cha captivating plays but it was Dabarkads awakened the BSA and BSAcT IV who shout- crowd. BSA I-A dominated the ed and jumped in victory. dance floor. Various intermission numThe spirit continued to bers showcasing JPIAns talents boost as Mr. Ken Gie Anthowere also presented. Moreover, ny Cruel and Mr. Bryan Baras a tribute to the fourth year lis, both accounting professtudents, the JPIA officers pre- sors, hosted an impromptu

Batch 83 donates drinking fountains

Recollection for 4th year students, held

STARSTRUCK. Above: The Link staff members and adviser pose for a souvenir picture with main guest speaker Mr. Howie Severino after the star-studded seminar. Below: The staff members in another photo opportunity with host Ms. Susan Enriquez. seminar were able to ask the speakers regarding their respective topics. After the seminar proper, the awarding of Most Outstanding Personalities in Philippine Television (MOPiP TV) Awards 2013 was held. The celebrity awardees were: Ms. Kris Aquino, advertising; Ms. Mel Tiangco, journalism; Ms. Vicky Morales, public service; Mr. Rico Hizon, international journalism; Mr. Boy Abunda, hosting; Mr. Coco Martin, drama; and Vice Ganda, comedy.

BREAKTIME. Dean Maria Cristina Ravela with some of the BEED IV students share a light moment during break. In his lecture, Dr. Ouano outlined the characteristics of a global teacher who could meet the challenges of intercultural education. On the other hand, Dr. De Guzman in his talk cautioned the future teachers against stereotyping students based on perceived ethnic and cultural differences.

NEWS FEATURE: Experiences on the actual workplace

GJC celebrates 67th Foundation Day

By Charmaine Alpha Padilla, Mary Joice Bulanadi and Bryan dela Cruz
This fact makes it hard for us to be student teachers. I still remember the moment I entered to their room 37 pairs of eye are all looking at me as if they are all starting to judge me. It sounds awful but yes they look at me from head to foot. I smile at them and I started to make a conversation to release the tension. The first few days are fine until its time for me to handle some of their subjects and thats the beginning of my endless responsibilities. Of course the responsibilities of a student teacher do not stop inside the classroom theres always a take home job as like as the professional teachers do. So when I got home I spend most of my nights doing lesson plan, instructional materials and studying the topic that I am going to teach for the next day hassle right? But this is how our work is done. We must need to be prepared at all times. We do not want to disappoint our pupils. They are expecting too much from us so no matter how hard it is we tried our very best to meet their expectation. In school, we have so many roles. We are not just a teacher there, we can be our pupils nurse if someone is sick, we can be their guidance counselor when trouble comes, we can be their dance instructor when there is a program, a gardener who can help them in beautifying their park, in short all around. We are also an actors and actresses as we stand in front of them that no matter how painful our days are they should not notice it. We must face them with smile and full of

racticum is when a student undergoes on -the job training. Here are some of the GJCians experiences while undergoing their OJTs.
I did my best to relax, and said, Maam, Im only doing my job, and she interrupted me by saying Anong job? Wala kang galang, ipatawag mo supervisor niyo. Count 1,2,3. Breathe in, breathe out. Patience. Patience. Patience. After that incident, my supervisor told me that shes thankful that I have a lot of patience, and the problem is actually in the clients side for shes telling things that are not related in our business transaction with her. More than being exposed to business transactions, accounting works and offices usual tasks, Ive learned that being professional at all times will greatly help in dealing with every office assignment. Patience and humilitythese will truly help a person have a harmonious time and experience at work. -Charmaine Alpha Padilla ***** Are you dreaming to be a teacher? When you ask this question to a grown up this is more likely the answer Thats a tough profession! I will not be rich from that job! I dont want to spend my whole life in studying. but try to ask this question to a young minds with a young hearts. Probably most of them will say YES! And theres no hesitation at all. See how powerful the teachers are in influencing their young pupils. Teachers are the pupils idol. Whatever their teachers do they try to mimic it.

JPIA celebrates 1st CAAcT Night

By Charmaine Ignacio

It was this year that BSA and BSAcT Department independently stood up as College of Accountancy and Accounting Technology (CAAcT). This milestone paved the way for the celebration of the first CAAcT Night held last December 20 at GJC gymnasium. The invocation was led by Charmaine Ignacio, BSA II. This was followed by the opening remarks of the newly elected dean, Mr. Jeffrey Franco. He encouraged the students to continue their support as the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants ( JPIA) - GJC Chapter faces few changes including the annual celebration of CAAcT Night replacing the traditional Christmas party. He even facilitated some games and gave prizes that energized the partygoers. The party went on with a search for the JPIAn with the Best Dress. Catherine Nagayo outshined other glamorous ladies with her stunning attire. The highlight of the event was the much-awaited Christ-

YES conducts Academic Quiz Bee

A job fair sponsored by GM Bank of Luzon, Inc.was held last March 12. It was attended by 4th year BSIT, BSBA and BSAcT students looking for jobs after graduation. - The Link
D Kilabots competition for everyones entertainment. It revealed the confidence, humor, appeal and expertise of the boys in terms of courtship. The title had been earned by Jerome Perez of BSA III. The students, as well as the instructors, participated in games, raffle draws, mindtwisting trivia and on-the-spot activities the whole night. The event aimed to further strengthen the bond of JPIAGJC family. JPIA officers Louielyn Empaynado and Aleah Flores emceed the said event. *****

Job fair held for graduating GJCians

Count 1,2,3. Take a deep breath. Exhale. Back to being professional. These things really helped me with dealing with different people. To push my limits, to extend my patience. Yes, patience, as in the superlative of that word. If I could only change patience is a virtue to patience is a key to success, maybe Ill just make a billboard for it. Within the first two months, I considered my training as a clerical job in the office, but as time goes by, business transactions and dealing with costumers were assigned in me. Business transactionsI believe I did well in it; the accounting department supervisor made me feel that Im very familiar with the database that they are using. I was an intern in a telecommunications company so as expected, I dealt with different species of costumers being courteous is a must. And dealing with customers, well, heres a little story. Everything was fine, until one day this happened. I almost had a nervous breakdown and a heart failure because after talking (over the phone) to a customer, which is more or less composed of my Good morning Maam . . . follow up lang po namin, the response I got was: Ano pangalan mo miss? Irereport kita sa manager niyo, pakitawag mo nga supervisor mo, ipapaalis kita, hindi mo ba ko kilala? Kaibigan ko manager niyo.

hopes each day. We pretend to be okay even we are not. To be a student teacher is indeed a challenging job. You must have the courage to perform all your tasks. If you are a great complainer this job would not fit to you because in the field of teaching there are so much responsibilities that you are going to deal with. But you should remember this that practice teaching is not just about hardships or responsibilities but it is also about accomplishments. Seeing those pupils that they learned something from what you have imparted them is already a great accomplishment. And knowing that once in their life you became an instrument to fulfill their dreams is enough to take away all your sacrifices during the practicum. -Mary Joice Bulanadi ***** We really exerted effort, we contributed our strengths and skills to work and extend patience for our OJT in Hotel Elizabeth in Baguio City. Its really a tough experience. Before deployment, all of us were excited to train in Baguio because we were expecting the same training atmosphere as when we had in our 2nd year. But like I said its a tough one, it is not easy like what we are expecting. before, we are just more on assisting/helping, observing and all of the staff are nice. But in Hotel Elizabeth its the other way around. A simple briefing at first and the next are all hands-on load of work our own way and techniques. Most of the time they leave the work to us OJTs . but

simple mistakes could be the cause of our suspension or even termination of our training. They are just as strict as that. Im sweaty even if its cold because I need to work fast because the guests are arriving. Forgetting that Im hungry, forgetting that Im thirsty. I have nothing to do with it I want to show them that I can do it. I want to please them. There came a time when I started to think of giving up. But I didnt do that, I just extend my patience and be open-minded to think maybe that is their way of teaching us (trainees). You know what? I am right. i just realized that yes, I learned a lot. I enhanced my skills and techniques in doing hotel standards. In order-taking, handling guests, cooking, even in table skirting and flower arrangement. I improved those skills because their letting us to do it on our own. They are strict? Yes, but it is just their way of correcting us. There is a question in a written exit-interview for trainees that are about to finish asking if I am going to recommend the hotel for younger future hotelier? I honestly say no, because Im mad that time. But now? Its still no, but only for those who are not willing to extend help, for those who are unskilled and not knowledgeable and mostly for those who dont have patience because Im sure they cant last even a week in that hotel. Hotel Elizabeth Baguio experience? Its not easy, its very challenging and its tough. But I overcomes it. -Bryan dela Cruz

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march 2013 issue

The Link
Volume xiii no. 3

FEATURES
The Pointed Edge
Aljon Sta. Ana

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Reviving the dormant Sabah claim
Students Voicebox
GJCians

Editorial

Desperate actions
ust how many Filipinos can pinpoint the location of Sabah if given a map of Asia? And if most of us find it difficult to identify where Sabah is, how could we expect Filipinos to know the historical background of our claim to the territory? A quick scan of Philippine history books would reveal that Sabah is rarely mentioned in our textbooks, thus it is no wonder that many are ignorant of our countrys claim to that resource-rich land now in possession of Malaysia. In his article North Borneo (Sabah): An annotated timeline 1640s-present, Manuel Quezon III provides a comprehensive timeline tracing key events on the Sabah issue. According to the historical timeline, in the 15th century, the Islamic sultanate of Brunei was nominally in control of Borneo, including Sabah. In 1658, the Sultan of Brunei ceded Sabah and Palawan to the Sultan of Sulu in compensation for his help in settling a civil war in the Brunei Sultanate. And in 1878, under the threat of an attack, Sulu Sultan Jamal ul-Alam leased North Borneo to the Hong Kong-based British trading company of Baron Gustavos von Overbeck and Alfred Dent for 5,300 ringgit ($5,000). Sabah was then colonized by Britain, which insists that it was ceded to them and not just leased or rented. When Sabah became a part of the Federation of Malaysia in 1963, the Malaysian government assumed responsibility for the payment of the 5,300 ringgit fee to the heirs of the Sulu Sultanate. Of course, a hundred years ago, $5,000 was a huge sum. But at present, Malaysia continues to pay the same amount which when converted to our currency rougly translates to a measly sum of P70,000. But if it is the Sultan who owns Sabah, how then does that make it a part of the Philippines? In 1962, in return for supporting their proprietary claims over Sabah, the heirs of the Sultanate gave up their sovereignty rights over Sabah to the government of the Republic of the Philippines. The 1973 Constitution during the Marcos era reflected this sovereign claim when it defined the national territory to include lands to which the Philippines has historic or legal title. However, the 1987 Constitution ratified during the presidency of Corazon Aquino dropped this clause. While no formal renunciation of the Sabah claim has been undertaken, it might now as well be considered as dead. What remains at present is the proprietary right, or private ownership of the Sulu Sultan over the land in question. One would be naive to think that we could still retake Sabah at this point in time. A more realistic aim would be to ask for an increase of the rent being paid to the Sultanate. And with the governments continuous disregard of the Sabah question, who could blame the Sultanate for resorting to desperate actions?

kala ko ang panahon ng away sa lupain , teritoryo at pakikipaglaban sa karapatan na ipinagkait ay natapos na noong panahong idineklara ang ating kalayaan sa Kawit, Cavite. Ngunit sa panahon kung saan ang karamihan sa mga bansa ay nagtatamasa ng kalayaan at soberanya , tila yata ang ating bansa ay maibibilang sa mga iilan na lamang na nakikipag-agawan sa kanyang teritoryo sa mga mananakop. Kaya ko nabanggit ang mga bagay na ito ay dahil sa kasalukuyang kalagayan ng ating bansa. Isa sa mga pinagusapang isyu kamakailan ay ang ating pakikipag-agawan sa China ng Scarborough Shoal o Panatag Island. Minsan ay may napuntahan akong seminar kung saan napag-usaspan din ang bagay

Ang kay Juan ay Kay Pedro pa rin?

nga ba ang tunay na may karapatan, na hanggang sa ngayon ay wala pa ring malinaw na kasagutan. Umabot na nga sa punto kung saan nag-away si Manong Jhonny Enrile at Sen. Trillanes sa senado at ang pinakabago ay ang pangangalandakan ng China na sila ang may karapatan dahil sa tuwirang pagtanggi nito na dalhin sa international court ang usapin. Kahit na ganon ang sitwasyon ay wala tayong magawa. Kung sabagay anu ba naman ang laban natin sa China: sa hukbong pandagat, teknolohiya, kakayahan at kayamanan. Magmumuka tayong lumaban sa isang higante. Ngayon naman , kumbaga hindi pa naaapula ang sunog ay may panibago na naman , ang sigalot sa Sabah, Malaysia. Ito

na ito. Ayon kay Prof. Clarita Carlos kung talaga daw na ating ipinaglalaban ang ating karapatan na mapasaatin ang lugar na iyon ay bakit daw ang itinanatawag natin sa kinalalagyan nito ay South China Sea. Napagtanto ko kung ano ang kanyang pinupunto. Sinasabi mo nga naman na sa iyo nararapat ang isang bagay, ngunit mismong sa iyo na nanggaling na iba ang mayari nito. Dahil pwede naman n ga itong tawaging West Philippine Sea. Pero may mas mahalaga pang bagay bukod sa katawagan , ito ay kung sino

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related to their career path. This poses a challenge before us future teachers. Aside from giving us more job opportunities in favor to us, it transforms our country to an internationally competent one. However, there are prices to be paid. The K-12 program requires mastery in our respective fields. In order to be able to keep up with the changing times, we must be adaptable to the increasing demand imposed upon us. Longer years and career advancement would cause us to put more effort in our studies. It may be a daunting task, but we should carry on if we want to see our country in the road to speedy progress. It requires longer years of studying and teaching, but if we continue to prevail, we will greatly benefit from it.

Editorial Board 2012-2013

working staff for this issue

Editors-in-Chief Antonio Delgado and Charinette Padolina Associate Editor Aljon Sta. Ana Managing Editors Daniel Halili News Editor Geleen Macapagal Features Editor Rowena Magallon News Correspondents Jhanine Angeles (BSA/BSAcT), Ana Carmela Dela Pea (BSBA), Melojane Canapi (BEED/BSED), Jomar Delos Santos (BSHRM) Zhinoos Kimberly Marbella (BSIT/ACT) Literary Editor Camille Ann Jalova Editorial Cartoonist Billy Santos Senior Staffwriter Charmaine Alpha Padilla Staffwriters Charmaine Ignacio, Nikka Ra Eli Almeda, Jenelyn Alpanta Cartoonists Analie Sebastian and Leilani Manalo Adviser Mrs. Jennifer Erese
The Link is published quarterly and holds office at the Publication Office, General de Jesus College, Vallarta St., San Isidro, Nueva Ecija

ll it took for us Filipinos to get unhooked from Sabah standoff issue is a quarrel between ex-spouses Kris Aquino and James Yap. Or was it Heart Evangelistas parents rambling against Sen. Chiz Escudero that did it? No matter, we Filipinos have once again demonstrated our tendency to forget about national issues as soon as the latest showbiz intrigue hits the tabloid headlines. And who can blame us? With our personality-oriented culture, it is hard to focus on impersonal concepts such as Philippine sovereignty over a distant land. Mas madali nga namang maka-relate sa mga showbiz tsismis. ***** So how did this crisis that has claimed the lives of many Filipinos come about? On February 12, we were

Identifying the real threat

Third Side of the Coin
Antonio Delgado

stunned when media reported teh landing in Lahad Datu, Sabah of a group claiming to be the Royal Security Forces (RSF) of the Sultanate of Sulu. They declared their intention to peacefully settle in their homeland. Naturally, Malaysia which controls Sabah, did not welcome them with open arms. And after a 17-day standoff, Malaysian forces attacked the RSF position in Lahad Datu with hostilities continuing to this day. ***** President Benigno Aquino III has repeatedly hinted at the existence of a conspiracy

behind the Sabah standoff. It was pointed out that the ailing Sultan Jamalul Kiram III could not have afforded the sending of a 200-strong force to Sabah. It was further hinted that a former rebel leader, a previous administration and an opposition figure could be behind the RSF excursion into Sabah. Curiously, it seems to never have crossed the Presidents mind to suspect Malaysia. After all, Malaysia has nothing to gain from the standoff. Or has it really? ***** In identifying the suspects in any conspiracy, it is a must that motives be established. For half a century, the United Malays National Organization (UMNO) has been the ruling party of Malaysia. However, the past years have seen increasing calls for reform and

bligasyon ba ng anak na nakatapos ng pag-aaral ang magbigay ng suportang pinansyal sa kanyang pamilya? Obligasyon ba ng anak na nakatapos ng pag-aaral ang magbigay ng suportang pinansyal sa kanyang pamilya? Matagal nang parte ng kulturang Pilipino ang paniniwala na kapag nakatapos ng pag-aaral ang isang anak, automatically, siya ay mapopromote na as sub-bread winner o kaya, sole bread winner ng pamilya. Anumang plano ng graduate na makahahadlang sa tradisyong ito, katulad ng maagang pag-aasawa, o madalasang pagliliwaliw o maluhong pamumuhay o pagtatrabaho para sa sarili lamang, na magiging dahilan ng hindi niya pag-aabot ay magreresulta sa napakatamis na tsismis ng mga kapitbahay, and worse, the wala-kang-

Usapang Diploma
Panorama
Charinette Padolina

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o pagkakakulong. Walang nasasaad sa anumang artikulo ng batas sa Pilipinas na ang anak, pagtuntong sa hustong gulang at kapasidad, ay may legal na obligasyong pinansyal sa kanyang mga magulang, bagamat may batas nang isinusulong sa pagkakaroon ng anak ng responsibilidad sa kaniyang magulang kung ito o ang mga ito ay tumutugma na sa alinman o sa lahat ng mga sumusunod: matanda, may sakit at wala nang kapasidad. Whatever states otherwise ay pawang mga alamat lamang. Ayon nga sa isang artikulo sa site na www.sporadicpieces. wordpress.com (ang nasabing article ay originally published in www.upiu.com) Some Filipino parents expect ROI from educating kids. Na tulad ng mga businessmen na naghihintay ng return on investment, ang mga Filipino parents daw ay umaasa sa

esults from international aptitude tests show that Philippines are among the low scorers. Inferring that we Filipinos are internationally competitive, these results are derailing our way onward progress. It is a sign that our country has much more to change in our education system; and that K-12 began that change. Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) is a program designed to give more focus in the mastery of the basic education. Apart from being an internationally accepted standard in all countries, K-12 gives more opportunities for students to acquire necessary skills needed in order to be internationally sufficient. K-12 features an addition of Grade 7 in the Junior High School, as well as a Grade 12 in the Senior High School.

The dire need for better education

The Lighter Side
Daniel Halili

Perhaps the most striking of all this is the implementation of the Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education in the Kindergarten. It means that to build proficiency to the second language, mastery of the mother must first be achieved. Also, graduates of this program can readily be called professionals eligible to apply locally or in abroad without pursuing further education. Senior high school students in their last two years can choose a career path according to the result of their career exams. They will specialize in these fields, and their subject matter will feature only those that are

How does the LCD work?

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utang-na-loob treatment mula sa sariling angkan. Ang simpleng bagay, kapag inilagay sa ilalim ng category na obligasyon, in most cases, bumibigat at nagiging nakakapressure. Siguro kapag ang isang anak ay nag-aabot ng pambayad ng kuryente o tubig o baon ng kapatid bilang pagtugon sa obligasyon, ang pakiramdam ay pasan ang mundo, kasama na ang Jupiter at Pluto. Sa ilalim ng mga artikulong nakapaloob sa Family Code ng Pilipinas ay nakasaad ang legal na obligasyon ng magulang na magbigay ng pinansyal na suporta sa kanyang anak. Anumang paglabag ay may karampatang parusa: penalty

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hat is LCD? LCD stands for Liquid Crystal Display. Liquid Crystal reflects light even though its a liquid. The substance san be manipulated easily by electricity, heat, or simply your finger. Gently push a finger against an LCD screen and watch as the screen changes under pressure. In laptops, the liquid crystals are squirted between two sheets of polarized glass or plastic. Just like sunglasses, the polarized sheet keep out all light except for the waves that are parallel to their particular plane. The two planes in the liquid crystal display are normally at right angles; that means they filter out all the light. But because the liquid crystal displays are twisted, they can bend the light enough to let it pass through. When tiny electrodes embedded in the display pass

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current through the liquid crystals, however, they untwist, blocking the light. This makes a small dot on the screen. By varying the flow of electricity to various parts of the screen, the liquid crystal does a hula dance of twists, effectively lightning and darkening portions of screen. (Reference: http://www.howstuffworks. com/lcd2.htm) ***** I gathered some useful and elite question and answers that we graduating students might use while undergoing a job interview. Use these tips as a guide for answering typical questions during interviews. Here are some suggestions on how to begin to answer them;

the rest is up to you. Bear in mind that there is no right way to answer such questions. You can practice expanding on these suggested answers on your own: Q: Tell me about yourself. A: I put my heart into everything I do, whether it is sports or work. I find that getting along with your peers and being part of the team makes life more enjoyable and productive. Q: How much is the salary you are expecting? A: Sir/Maam (name of interviewer), my previous employers felt I am worth the money I earn due to my skills, dedication, and honesty. Were we to work together, I am sure I could demonstrate my value and my ability to contribute to (type of business of the company) and to your department as well. Q: Why do you want to

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e would like to know what you think or feel about certain issues. So what do GJCians think about the Sabah issue? Should the Philippines revive its dormant claim on the Sabah territory that is now a part of Malaysia or not? ***** Matagal nang dapat. Kasi tayo ang may karapatan doon eh. Isa ng patunay dun yung bakit kailangan pang magbayad ng Malaysia sa Sultan ng Sulu para sa kanilang upa sa lupa? That means sa atin ang Sabah and we have the power to assert our ownership. Wala naman tayong dapat buhayin o dapat patunayan na sa atin ang Sabah dahil matagal nang sa atin yun. Zhinoos Kimberly Marbella ***** Hindi na. Kasi hindi na talaga kasama yun Sabah sa demarcation line ng territory ng Pilipinas at baka pagmulan pa ito ng mas malaking gulo lalo na kapag nagmatigas ang Malaysia na sa kanila ang Sabah. Jenelyn Alpanta ***** Opinyon ko lang, para kasi sa akin hindi na dapat. Kasi hindi pa ba tayo kuntento sa kung ano ang meron ang Pilipinas? Hahayaan ba natin na masawi ang iba nating mga kababayan para sa lang sa lupaing Sabah? Kung gusto talaga nating makamit ang Sabah, pwede naman na makipaghati sa Malaysia at daanin sa maayos na usapan at ng hindi mauwi sa madugong awayan. Lorence Pasion ***** Dapat lang na bawiin natin ang Sabah kasi sa atin na yun, kaya ang mas may karapatan dito ang Pilipinas, hindi ang Malaysia. Kasi ang Sultan ng Sulu, sa Pilipinas ibinigay ang karapatan niya sa soberanya dito. Gavino Galvez ***** Para sa akin, dapat sapagkat ito ay ating karapatan. Ngunit ito ay dapat na buhayin sa maayos na paraan kung saan walang dugong dadanak at maiipit sa pagke-claim natin sa Sabah. Melojane Canapi ***** Huwag na, para iwas gulo na rin. Hayaan na natin sa kanila yun. Divine Grace Macapagal ***** Its a little bit too late since may nabuo ng tensiyon between the two parties. However, since andiyan na yan, i-pursue na natin yung claim. Even though the Philippines is one of the poorest and weakest countries, our government must show that we are not just some island na pwedeng pagpira-pirasuhin. Our government must show our sovereignty over those places that we own. Genesis Pacson ***** Para sa akin, dapat ibalik ang pagmamay-ari ng Sabah sa Pilipinas dahil napatunayan naman na sa kasaysayan na sa atin ang Sabah by virtue of the Sulu Sultans claim. Isa pa, nagbabayad taun-taon ang Malaysia ng renta sa Sultan ng Sulu, samakatuwid, siya talaga ang mayari ng Sabah. Ria Crisostomo ***** Depende kung magagawan pa ng paraan na walang dahas, bakit hindi. Pero kung marami ang madadamay huwag na lang. Puwede naman na tayo mamuhay nang wala ang Sabah. Analie Sebastian ***** Oo, kailangan nating ipaglaban kung anuman ang atin. Kung hahayaan nating makuha ito ng iba ay parang sinabi na rin nating pwedeng angkinin ng sinuman bawat pulong nakapaligid sa ating bansa. Noel Dionisio ***** Dapat na talaga dahil based on history, sa Pilipinas ang Sabah. Sa muling pag-claim sa Sabah, nangangailangan pong sumunod sa international laws and procedures. Kaya po may kamalian rin ang aksyon ng Sultanato ng Sulu na nagresulta sa pagkakadamay ng maraming inosenteng Pilipino na naninirahan sa Sabah. Leah Perez ***** Oo, dahil kung titingnan, malaki ang karapatan ng Pilipinas sa Sabah, hindi naman pwede na lagi na lang kinukuha ng ibang bansa ang dapat ay pag-aari ng Pilipinas. Rina Atencio *****

Literary Corner
Happiness
By Jovita Acibal, BSEd III
Some said that you will be happy if you have lots of money, And in the society, everyone is recognizing you as somebody; But how about those who dont have any, Living as if they are just but... nobody! Being happy is something man really wants to see, In spite that this world sometimes is full of misery; man keeps on seeking what would really make him happy, Someone, somewhere and something that would satisfy him fully. But still... theres an inner longing of true happiness inside, Questions and retaliations on how and where it can be found; Until one day, he accepted the love of God and it he abided, There he rises up and knows that happiness has not been denied

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TECHNOLOGY 7 2013 IT MEGA TRENDS: WHAT'S HOT IN the TECH INDUSTRY

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Illustration by Leilani Manalo, BEED IV

By Zhinoos Kimberly Marbella

he technology sector evolves so fast that it seems almost impossible for us to keep track of all the latest developments. Wouldnt it be still nice if we could keep ourselves up -to - date with what s hot in the tech industry so we dont miss out on major trends?

Operating system review: The new Windows 8

By Edmar Marquez
Windows 8 OS is now released worldwide. Main features of Windows 8 OS which I found are as follows: 1.It is fast as compared to previous OSs. 2. Fast start and shut down. 3. Increased battery life, my laptop battery life increased by almost half an hour. 4. Better security features, windows defender itself works as an antivirus. 5. More colourful and also had introduced feature of touch applications but I do not have that in my laptop. Good for tabs and windows supporting touch phones. 6. At the time of installation you can see the difference in your laptop or desktop that it has become as colorful and vibrant as you may have never seen it before. You can say that it unleashes more untouched features of your computer which you may have not used before. Personalization effects are just wonderful. Drawbacks: 1. Start menu will disappear after its installation, you will have to either create shortcut of your programs on desktop you use frequently or will have to press the windows key every time to access them. 2. Since most of our habitual to older menu and design you may find it difficult sometimes to use it. But with time you will get used to it. 3. Will become difficult to go to control panel, you will have to click the Computer icon every time and then click the control panel on top to access it. If you will install Windows 8 it will take over your old OS like windows 7, it did to mine. I did try to create a different partition to install it but still it took over my windows 7 installation and got installed over it and transferred them to a backup folder named Windows old. If you want to buy it you can do so from the site of Microsoft which is given in the reference url. In India it will start with pricing Rs.699 but that was when you go for upgrade if you have purchased windows 7 PC between June 2012 to 31 January, 2013. Windows 8 OS will make your computer look more like a tablet or mobile phone with its colorful features. I found an alternative to start menu in Windows 8 OS i.e. pokki a small program which I found as an advertisement on this site itself. I am using it and it works exactly as the Windows start menu used to do. Try it and it will definitely remove all the complains about no start menu. Windows 8 is a very power OS and if you can get a hang of it then nothing would stop you. You cannot update your old versions to get Windows 8 in your system. This is one of the major limitations of existing windows 7 users. Though Microsoft is working in this field, till then you have to buy a complete new package of windows 8 and get it installed in your system. You can get original Window 8 OS from regional dealers of Microsoft whose details are available in their official sites. *****

WHATS NEW. The expanded Start button of the latest Windows version is optimized for touchscreen devices.

Loving Silently
By Czarina Elaine S. Parreo, BEEd III Loving you silently is really hard for me bcoz expressing myself is my personality. My heart is aching everytime I see, that someone is making you happy. I know for you Im just a friend, but for me, youre more than a friend.
Illustration by Analie Sebastian, BEED IV

By Princess Bettie Anne G. Sicat, BEEd IV

A Lovelier Love

Love is lovelier the second time around Thats what they say both the young and old Perhaps yes, but maybe not by the one who got me fooled Next time Ill make sure itll be someone more matured. Love is lovelier the second time around The love with no limitations but still with certain donts Im not getting any younger though Im not that old And Im always properly guided and reminded by folks. Love is lovelier the second time around Everything will soon be settled, everything will be perfect I stumbled but Ill stand proud and face the real world I fell and so I learned; Ill try and love again. Love is lovelier the second time around I will try it once more for the one who truly loves Love is lovelier the second time around I will ask God to bless it I will pray for it so hard.

Pusoy Nakalimot Na
Ni Genalyn Cruz, BSBA IV
Nang magmahal ka ng iba, Puso koy talagang nagdusa Akoy nawalan ng pag-asa Na sakin ay magbabalik ka pa. Pangako mo kasiy pinaniwalaan Na akoy iyong ipaglalaban Na mananatili at hindi ako iiwanan Ngunit anong nagyari? Ikay lumisan. May bago kana, aking nabalitaan Sa una itoy di ko pinaniwalaan Ngunit di nagtagal ito palay katotohanan Nasaan na kaya mga pangakong binitiwan? Akoy lubhang nasaktan sa aking nalaman Luha tuloy di mapigilan Habang may ilang katanungan Bakit pusoy laging nasusugatan? Ngunit ng puso koy makalimot na Sa akin ay bumabalik ka At sinasabing akoy mahal mo pa Di kaya nagkakamali ka? Sakit na dulot moy nalimot ko na Pati nga luha koy ubos na Di namalayan puso koy manhid na pala Kayat puso koy hirap nang umibig pa.

Bestfriend ko
Ni Ann Loraine Jalova, BEED II Bestfriend, yan ang ating tawagan, Ngunit magkapatid ang ating turingan. Kapag ikay may problema, lungkot ang nadarama. Paggising sa umaga ikaw ang inaaalala. Oras-oras tayoy magkasama, Minu-minuto tayoy tumatawa. Konting irap pag naiinis na Alam ko namang ikay sanay na, Kaya isang ngiti ko lang, lutas ang problema. Kapag akoy kulang sa pera, The solution is your bulsa. Buti na lang kaibigan kita Mapa-recess man o lunch break pa, siguradong wala akong problema. Salamat, salamat yan ang aking masasabi, Sa tulad mong walang kasingbuti. Sa lahat ng kalokohan, ikaw ang katabi, Sana di ka magbago, kahit anong mangyari. Wag mong iisipin na akoy mukhang pera, Nagkakataon lang na ikaw ang maykaya. Tandaan mo saan man tayo mapunta, Ang masasabi ko lang Best, walang limutan ha.

How I wish my dream would come true that someday, you will love me too. Im afraid to tell you, What I feel bcoz Im not ready to shed a tear. To be with you is a fantasy Thats why Im loving you silently.

So today weve outlined whats moving and shaking in the information and communication technology (ICT) industry as identified by our Samsung SDS affiliate, which provides ICT services. We will share with you some of the 2013 IT Mega Trends announced by Samsung SDS last month that will likely bring significant impact to the ICT industry, as well as to the rest of society, in the near future. Value Creation Through Big Data It is most likely that you use at least one of various social networking services available out there to stay connected with your friends and a key element behind this growing phenomenon is big data. Big data has begun to provide new economic values to enterprises and the society as a whole, and competence in collecting and using data will increasingly become a key determinant in the competitiveness of not only a company but a government as well.

Ni Camille Ann M. Jalova, BSHRM II

M.U.!

Di ko maintindihan Tuloy akoy naguguluhan Kung meron bang patutunguhan Mutual Understanding Yan sa iba ang dating Mga pusoy kapwa nagkakaintindihan Ngunit wala pang estadong maaasahan Mag-isang Umiibig Kung kadalasay umiiyak ng maalat na tubig Pag-ibig na walang tugon Kaya napapaisip na lang maghapon Mahirap Umasa Kung hindi naman kayo talaga Hindi mo alam kung talaga bang mahalaga O kaibigan lang pala M.U., estadong walang kasiguraduhan Hirap panghawakan ng salitang iyan Kaya hanggat maaari dapat nang linawin Para ang pusoy malinawan na rin...

Magulong Usapan

Progress in Cloud Services More reliable and secure cloud services are becoming more and more available due to the development of networks and virtualization technology as well as active research into cloud security. The cloud service industry will continue to grow, accelerating transformation into the cloud-centric IT environment. IT Consolidation As IT products and the related infrastructure become more complex, IT managers are offering products that integrate multiple functions for more efficient IT management. These highly integrated products are being increasingly used both by companies and individuals as they provide more flexibility and user empowerment. Smart Vehicles Cars of the future will function as more than a means of transport, but a device that intelligently interacts with people,

other vehicles and the surrounding infrastructure like the roads. Vehicles are getting smart through convergence with ICT, offering a platform where users can experience the same kind of experiences they are familiar on their smartphones and tablets. Re-visioning of Green IT The earlier concept of green IT involved using IT in reducing energy consumption and the environmental footprints of companies. In attempting to do so, however, unintended increase in energy consumption and pollution resulted by the IT industry itself. Re-visioning of green IT attempts to reduce energy consumption and the environmental footprint of the IT itself, while helping to do the same for the industries it supports. For example, by building a data centre in a cold region, a company can make use of the cold air outside for cooling the temperate inside.

How does the LCD...

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work here? A: I am not looking for just another paycheck. I enjoy my work and I am proud of my profession. I believe (name of the company you are applying for) has superior service and reputation. I share the values that make this possible, which should enable me to fit in and complement the team. I believe that the company can provide me with a stable and happy working environment. I think that your company has that reputation and that such an atmosphere would encourage my best work. Q: Can you work under pressure? A: Yes, I usually find it stimulating. However, I believe in planning and proper time management to reduce panic deadlines within my area of responsibilities. Q: Why should I hire you? A: I believe I have the qualifications that you need; I am team player; and I take directions and have the desire to reach success. Q: Can you take instructions criticism without feeling hurt or upset? A: Yes, I can take instructions-and more importantly, I can take constructive criticism without feeling hurt. Even with the best intent, I will still make mistakes and at times someone will have to put me back on the right track. I know that if I expect to rise in the company, I must first prove myself to be manageable. Q: What is your greatest strength? What do you consider your outstanding qualities? A: Perhaps my greatest strength is the ability to stick to a difficult task yet be able to change course rapidly when required. I believe in planning and proper management of my time and yet I can still work under pressure. ***** CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL COLLEGE GJCIANS GRADUATING STUDENTS THIS COMING MARCH 2013. GOD BLESS US ALL. *****

The dire need...

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Illustration by Analie Sebastian, BEED IV Undeniably, K-12 is the key for our nations progress, so must grasp and utilize it to the fullest. May this serve as a challenge for us to further enhance ourselves, our talents, abilities and knowledge. The K-12 will be on full operation this 2016, so we still have time, so until then, brace yourselves and be better in the name of erudition! *****

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By Antonio Delgado
Edmar Marquez and John Bryan Fernandez copped the championship in the Class C Badminton Syquio tournament held last December 2012 in Cabanatuan City. Meanwhile Gavino Galvez and Sidney Andan finished second in the Class D tournament. The players have undergone training under Mr. Eleazar Crisolo. Pinaghandaan namin yung laban through trainings. Nagkaroon kami ng sessions sa tulong ng trainor namin (Mr. Crisolo). Nagpakondisyon kami, tapos nakipag-tuneup game din kami with other players sa labas ng school, Marquez tell of their training before the tournamnent. So how did our athletes face the challenges of rigorous training? Determination para manalo, 1% perspiration and 99% perspiration. Hard work talaga ang kailangan, Fernandez explains. There were challenges met before the victory but our athletes overcame them along the way. There were challenges such as financial problems, but luckily nagawan ng paraan yun. Another is the availability ng bawat kasama namin. Still we strived and pushed through, Marquez said. The athletes were coached by Ms. Avegael Fortunato, Sports Coordinator and SPSHigh School Head. *****

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GJC athletes land 1st, 2nd places in Syquio badminton tourney

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS. Champion badminton players Edmar Marquez (1st from left) and John Bryan Fernandez (3rd from left) show their Syquio Badminton Tournament championship medals together with second placer Gavino Galvez.

Ang kay Juan... GJC athletes compete From page 5 in PRISAA Regional Meet
By Antonio Delgado
The schools athletes competed in the PRISAA Regional Meet last January 24-28 in Olongapo City. Competing in the badminton events were Edmar Marquez, John Bryan Fernandez, Gavino Galvez, Sydney Andan, and Edgar Allan Roque. The table tennis players were Alvin Espinosa, Renier Deguzman, Rosch Gabriel Arcenal, Mark Christian Livara and Ralph Ian Espidol. The players were coached by Mr. Eduardo Barroga and Mr. Jessie Castaeda. Ms. Avegael Fortunato, Sports coordinator and SPSHigh School head, was their head coach. ***** ay agawan na naman., ngayon sa pagitan ng Sultanato ng Sulu at Malaysia. Siguradong karamihan sa atin ay nasusuya na dahil halos araw araw ito ang laman ng balita. Kundi pa nasingitan ng pagkahirang sa bagong Santo Papa. Ang kalagayan ngayon base sa huli kong nabalitaan ay marami na ang namatay at nasugatan. Marami na namang ginagawa ang gobyerno upang mapauwi ang ating mga kababayan at mapasuko ang mga taga Sulu na nandoon, kasama na diyan ang pagturing na kriminal sa kanila ,sa mga taong nakikipaglaban sa kanilang karapatan. Isa lang naman ang

napatunayan ko sa mga pangyayaring ito, na talagang ang mga Filipino ay mapagbigay at mapagparaya. Hindi naman natin masisisi dahil mismong kasaysayan na din ang humubog sa katangiang ito. Mahigit tatlong daang taon sa ilalim ng mga Kastila, nasundan pa ng mga Hapones at Amerikano. Kung nais natin makuha ang mga teritoryo na ito marahil masasabing suntok ito sa buwan. Ngunit hindi naman ibig sabihin na hindi natin ipinaglaban ang ating kalayaan at karapatan. Dahil wala naman talagang absolute freedom.Ang kalayaan ay ang paggawa sa iyong kagustuhan

na hindi ka nakakasakit sa iyong kapwa. Sa halip na sabihin natin na ang kay Pedro ay kay Pedro at patiang kay Juan ay kay Pedro, di ba mas mainam kung magkakaroon ng kasunduan sa bawat panig na ikabubuti ng bawat isa at napagbigyan ang parehas na kagustuhan. May mga panahon na dapat tayong manindigan upang ipaglaban ang ating karapatan at kalayaan, may mga pagkakataon na kailangan magbigay para sa pagkakaunawaan, ngunit hindi dapat ma-agrabyado ng walang laban. *****

Usapang diploma...
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return of investment and more sa mga naging gastos sa pagpapaaral ng kanilang anak. Parang minsan hindi din pala positive yung linyang Ang Pinoy, likas na negosyante. TAKING A BREAK. The GJC athletes together with coaches Mr. Bakit naman ba kasi Eduardo Barroga and Mr. Jessie Castaeda pose for a photo-op naging ganun ang paniniwala after the PRISAA Regional Meet in Olongapo City. ng karamihan? Na kaya tinutulungan ng anak ang kanyang pamilya ay dahil obligasyon niya. Hindi ba From page 4 pwedeng yung susunod na henerasyon, palakihin sa a rising political opposition. implemented. paniniwalang ang pagtulong In 2008, UMNOs coalition, Moreover, talks are rife for the first time, failed to win that the elections there might sa pamilya ay ginagawa dahil two-thirds of the seats in the be postponed due to the sa pagmamahal at malasakit? Malaysian parliament, though security situation. And it has Malamang, mawawala yung it retained the majority. cunningly used the situation pressure sa mga graduates. Fresh elections are to forcibly eject Filipinos from Magiging magaan sa loob ang scheduled in Malaysia this year, Sabah. Talk about hitting two bawat pag-aabot. At mas magkakaroon ng kabuluhan and the perception is that the birds with one stone. opposition party are leading. Add to that reports that UMNOs grip on power is in one of the key advisers of some forces. While there is danger. Jamalul Kiram III is a senior no concrete evidence that it Malaysia orchestrated the Enter the Sabah standoff UMNO official. Go figure. standoff, it would do well for into the picture. With the ***** remaining RSF members For what it is worth, the Philippines to learn from still on the loose in Sabah this does not make the Sulut its history. It should not be forgotten and presumably armed, Sultanates claim over Sabah that during the rebellion of the security laws empowering invalid, but there exists the Moro National Liberation Front the authorities to arrest possibility that Kirams desire and detain anyone on mere to retake Sabah might have (MNLF) in the 70s, Malaysia basis of suspicion are being been taken advantage by provided arms to the rebels, ang ginagawang pagtulong. Batch 2013: Sa bagong hamon ng buhay bilang isang college graduate, gawin mong inspirasyon ang iyong pamilya at mga pangarap. Huwag mo ring kalimutang bisitahin ang iyong Alma Mater na naging gabay at silong mo. Kasabikan mong makitang muli ang iyong mga naging guro at kamag-aral, at sa muli ninyong pagkikita, bagamat hangad nating maging matagumpay ang lahat sa buhay at propesyon, sanay walang ganitong linya kapag reunion na: Oy klasmeyt! Kamusta ka na? Ako eto, mas mayaman lang sakin si Bill Gates ng isang kurbata. At siyempre, hindi sa paggradweyt nagtatapos trained its fighters and coddled MNLF leaders on the run. And when the MNLF continued to insist that Sabah is part of their Bangsamoro homeland, Malaysia simply shifted its support to the rival group Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). Incidentally, it is also Malaysia that brokered the Bangsamoro framework ang istorya ng buhay mo. Ang diploma ay hindi assurance ng pagkakaroon ng matagumpay na buhay, hindi yan magtatrabaho, haharap sa employer, o sasagot sa interview. Kailangan ng makatotohanang tiyaga at diskarte sa katawan para magkatrabho at magstay sa trabaho. At kailangan din ng mahabang pasensya at common sense. Para sayo, sa pamilya mo at sa lahat ng taong naniwala sayo, mas pag-inamin mo pa ang iyong sarili. At sa pag-abot mo ng diploma, isipin mong inabot mo na rin ang susi ng bago at mas malaking pinto na naghihintay sayo. ***** agreement that could potentially create a sub-state in Mindanao (minus Sabah, of course). ***** Time and time again, Malaysia has outwitted us in this geopolitical game. Maybe it is about time that our leaders do their homework and see who the real threat is.

Identifying the real...