Preface

A team that has a big dream. A dream that makes everyone scream. Screaming as we inspire
every individuals in believing that everything has a purpose. A purpose that all of us should
live life to the fullest. Together as a team, with unity and humility, Team ARSA, bring you
up to what life really is.
This magazine would like to open the eyes, heart and soul of every reader on what is
happening in the lives of every NSTP student coming from UST-AMV College of
Accountancy, what National Service Training Program-Literacy Training Services really is,
current issues in the Philippines and entertainment. The life of every UST-AMV students is
seemingly hard but because of NSTP, it is somehow lifted up the burden by engaging in
community services. NSTP-LTS makes way for the students to teach and share their
bountiful knowledge to the underprivileged pupils in remote areas. It tackles also the current
news in the Philippines which is the COVID-19 so that everyone would be updated what is
going on in the country. This magazine will also give some entertainment for the readers like
games and variety of pictures.
Editor’s Note
Dear reader:
Hello Everyone! This is me Geo. How are you today? Is everything alright? I hope that you
are okay.
My dear readers, let us reflect what issues are going on today – pandemic and online classes.
This pandemic 2020 makes individuals but not everyone crumble because of fear, selfish
because of fear, hopeless because of fear, helpless because of fear, and etc. As you notice,
there’s always fear on every phrases that means, all that we think is solely because of fear.
Fear can’t do anything good yet it makes us bad. On the other hand, the continuation of
online class in our University is advantageous yet not. Online classes make us still learn the
necessary things we need to know however it is not effective to all because of the different
learning styles of every individuals. You my dear reader, what can you say about these
issues?
I’m writing to express my concern to everybody because of this pandemic. I know that you
are already bored and you want to go back to your regular routine like going to school,
bonding with friends, going outside, etc. but think also our front liners who are diligently and
bravely facing one-on-one this killer virus which is N-Corona Virus that creates SARS Cov2
disease. Conversely, online classes need internet to access the different portals required by
the university, however, internet access is a privilege and so not everybody have this. You my
dear, what’s your concern?
As a good citizen, not to boast even though we are average income earner but, we have
already gave cash to the frontliners and some goods to our underprivileged neighbours to help
them in this time of crisis. As per the online classes, as a student, whatever maybe the
decision of the higher ups, and it is for the common good, I will obey and follow whatever it
is. You my dear, what can you do?
These are only some of the negatives gave to us by this pandemic. On the other side of the
negativities of this pandemic, there are a lot of good things happened and that of which we
will also reflect.
Pandemic makes family a family, why? Enhanced community quarantine was implemented
so as to minimize and avoid the spread of the n-cov and because of this, members of family
are intact in a roof were they can see each other, talk, listen and touch that creates more bond
between them. On the other hand, online class makes us interact with our blockmates and
teachers through online though we could not touch them but still we keep in touch with each
other. You my dear, what can you add about these?
Pandemic also heals our mother Earth. Less pollution, plants are growing, animals are
producing, and many more. It is like that our mother Earth is going to be reborn after this
pandemic. Online classes make way for us to be thankful not for the grades but because of the
effort of the Higher Ups to implant to us the education we need. You my dear, what your
other observations?
Faith is what we need right now. Believing in God and surrendering our lives to Him is what
we need to do, most. During this pandemic, dying alone is so dramatic, no one cares and no
visits, it is hard to imagine but this thing happened already to a lot of people today that have
died due to this pandemic. Prayer is the most powerful tool we can use to protect ourselves
and the humanity against this covid 19. You my dear, what have you prayed for?
My dear readers, this is now the time to change for a better one. Have a good day.
 13 Reasons Why to have E-reads
Carl Justin A. Ballerta

As technological advancement rises, e-reads have become a powerful trend in the

publishing industry nowadays. This has been become a mainstay for readers for some
wonderful reasons. Here are 13 reasons why!
ONE. E-reads are delivered instantaneously. E-reads can be purchased or you can download
it for free. With this, you can read them minutes, without living your chair or your home. You
don’t need any more to go to bookstores to buy them nor wait them for days nor weeks to
arrive
TWO. E-reads take up less space. You practically don’t need spaces to store them. You don’t
need a room nor a library for them. In this case, you can easily store hundreds or thousands of
e-reads on your computers, laptops or on your mobile phones.
THREE. E-reads are portable and handy. You can easily carry a whole library of hundreds
and thousands of books with you on your laptop, smartphone or tablet without worrying
about its weight which you cannot do with ordinary books.
FOUR. No trees are required to manufacture paper for the pages of e-reads. According to a
study, an average tree provides approximately 8,333 sheets of copy-type paper. And every
year, four billion trees are cut down worldwide. By using e-reads, we can help in saving
Mother Earth and we can help to decrease the usage of papers for printed books.
FIVE. With today’s technology, you can read e-reads everywhere. Whenever you are
travelling, on the bus, train, jeepney, while standing in the line or even when you are at the
comfort room. With this, you can use your time wisely!
SIX. E-reads can be interactive and contain audio, video and animations which can enhance
the message that it is trying to convey. This is also more enjoying and fun!
SEVEN. Since e-reads are delivered through the internet, there are no packing and shipping
expenses and some e-reads are downloadable free. In this case, you can also save money and
can just invest it for another e-read for you to gain knowledge and to have more fantastic
stories to read.
EIGHT. E-reads can make you read books easier. Fonts in e-reads can be resized, making it
easier to read for people with poor eyesight. Also, there are some softwares that turn some e-
reads into audio books.
NINE. E-reads can be printable. If you wish to read an e-read in the traditional way. You can
inexpensively print it with your printer at home or at any print shop. You can also use scratch
papers to lessen the use of papers and help to save the environment.
TEN. E-reads can be easily updated. Contents of e-reads are mostly cloud-based so it can be
updated in any time. Authors and publishers can always add the up-to-date information with
the latest digital content.
ELEVEN. E-reads can be shareable. You can share the e-reads with multiple users. You
might share a printed book with one person at a time but an e-read can be shared with many
people at once.
TWELVE. E-reads can be read in the dark. E-reads are backlit so you don’t need external
light source to read them. Also, you can read it in bed, during outages or outside in the
evening without external light.
THIRTEEN. E-reads have also built in dictionaries. If you don’t know the meaning of the
word. You can just click it and you get an instant definition.
Due to wide set of benefits it gives to readers, e-reads are appreciated and handy
among readers around the world. It provides more versatility than printed books and have
many advantages that make your reading experience easier and more enjoyable. Purchase or
download an e-read now!
EDITORIAL (REFLECTION ON FIELDWORK)
Retrospect
Life of a Rural Child
Daniella Apilado
Looking back on the experiences we had during the two Fieldworks in Consunji
Elementary School in Samal, Bataan, I can say that I learned and realized things a lot. At
first, I was nervous and excited at the same time, when we first met the children. From the
view I had inside the bus when we first get there, I saw some of them running towards the
gate of their school with a smile on their faces. They were smiling while waiting for us. I felt
nervous because I am not good at handling children. However, I also felt excited because I
have always wanted to teach children and share my knowledge and ideas with them.

One of my realizations during the fieldwork is that, I am beyond blessed for the things
I have. During our lecture with the kids, I can say through their reactions to how they greatly
appreciate small and simple things that we usually take for granted. Next, comparing the
classroom we have in our university, the facilities in their school need a lot of improvement
to help the students have a better learning environment. If I have some money, I would love
to donate some school supplies for the them. Third, through their experiences at a very young
age, I have learned that they were taught to do household chores and look for themselves
even their siblings, which for me is unusual for such a very young age to stand on their own.
Some of them already know how to cook, do the laundry, and other chores at the age of nine
and even lower. This inspires me in the sense that, at a young age, they are already aware of
the things around them, taking responsibility as a child. Fourth, even though, they are lack of
some learning materials and their school were miles away from their houses, they were still
eager and willing to learn. This made me realized that nothing can stop someone who really
wants to learn. These children are the living proof that learning beyond what they have and
how far the school is, is the epitome of a diligent and a good learner. Lastly, they taught me
to be grateful even in the smallest blessing I received from God. They never failed to say
thank you whenever and whatever they received or experienced something.

In conclusion, I learned a lot and really enjoyed our fieldwork in Samal, Bataan. I
think it was me who learned so many things in life from them instead of them learning from
us. They showed me things that I do not expect to see from them. Their struggles at that age,
their eagerness to learn, and the smile on their faces are the best gift we received from them. I
hope they learned something from us, which they can keep with them, and will make them
remember us even after our fieldwork. My heart was pounded with joy because of their
smiles and warm thanks, my eyes were grateful for I have seen their struggles through their
beautiful eyes and my mind was full because of the memories we had.

ARTICLE 1

Respect my rights-a child

Daniella Apilado

Millions of children have no access to education, nutritious food, shelter, and other
necessities. Many laws around the world are existing to protect children's rights. The
Convention on the Rights of a Child of 1989 clearly defined a child as "any human being
below the age of eighteen years, unless under the law applicable to the child, the majority is
attained earlier”. Every children have rights and dignity. Children's rights protect the child as
a human being. It is stated by CRAE, an organization that protects the human and children's
rights, that "the most important thing about children’s rights is the impact they have on
children’s everyday lives. But if things go wrong, it is important to know how the law can
help." and it was indeed true. 

According to the Miracle Foundation based on the United Nations Convention on the
Rights of the Child, "Every child has 12 fundamental rights." They are advocating and
ensuring that every child realizes and knows their rights. The following fundamental rights
were listed below:

1. The right to live with a family.

2. The right to have a stable, loving, nurturing environment.
3. The right to healthcare and nutrition.
4. The right to clean water and electric power.
5. The right to quality education.
6. The right to equal opportunities.
7. The right to guidance from caring adult.
8. The right to be heard and participate in decisions that affect them. 
9. The right to be prepared for active and responsible citizenship.
 10. The right to protection from abuse and neglect. 
11. The right to live in conditions of dignity and freedom. 
12. The right to spiritual development. 

In the Philippines, there is no comprehensive code or act discussing the children's right,
yet. However, Philippine Law has several numbers of broad legislation including children's
rights. Important legislation that consists of children's rights includes:
 Civil Code
 Family Code
 Labour Code
 Child and Youth Welfare Code
 Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act (Republic Act 9262)
 Child Protection Act (Republic Act No 7610)
 Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (Republic Act 9344)
 Magna Carta of Women (Republic Act 9710)
 Act on the prohibition of the death penalty (Republic Act 9346)

There are constitutions in the Philippines that includes numbers of provisions that address
the rights of children, such as the following:

 Article XIII, section 11 requires the State to adopt an integrated and comprehensive
approach to “health development” available to all people at affordable cost, giving
special priority to children
 Article XIV, section 2(2) provides for free and compulsory elementary and high
school education,
 Article XIV, section 3(3) provides for the teaching of religion to children in schools,
so long as the parent or guardian of the child has given his or her written consent
 Article XV, section 3(2): requires the State to defend the right of children to
assistance, including proper care and nutrition, and provides for special protection
from all forms of neglect, abuse, cruelty, exploitation and other conditions prejudicial
to their development
 It is also important to know and educate children about the differences between privilege
and rights. Privilege is an assured entitlement granted for only a particular and restricted
people, either by birth or due to some instances, while the right is an unalterable entitlement
to all people from the moment they were born. Thus, it is necessary to teach children the
rights they have, to avoid abuse and other wrongdoings against them. Give and protect every
right of children as this will greatly affect in reaching their full potential. 

ARTICLE 2
COVID 19 Pandemic
Daniella Apilado

The President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, imposed Luzon-wide Enhanced

Community Quarantine (ECQ) from March 17 until April 14, ordering all people to stay at
home to prevent the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The Armed Forces of the
Philippines (AFP), along with the Philippine National Police (PNP) were assigned to inspect
at checkpoints in Metro Manila. The government was expecting people to be disciplined and
strictly maintain social distancing when going to public places. All schools and government
offices, as well as other establishments, except for those providing food and other essentials,
were ordered to shut down. All public transportations to and from the entire Luzon has been
suspended. The Department of Transportation (DOTr) provided free shuttle and service for
all frontliners who are battling the COVID-19, such as doctors, nurses, security officers,
pharmacists, and the like.
Some municipalities in the province ordered Extreme Enhanced Community Quarantine
(EECQ) as the number of cases climbed each day. Only one Home Quarantine Pass (HQP)
was issued to every household in a barangay. This HQP can only be used to buy food, water,
medicines, going to banks for financial transactions, and going to the hospital. Also, HQP can
only be used during window hours allowed by each barangay. Overall, the main purpose of
HQP is to limit the interaction and movement of people in public areas to contain the spread
of COVID-19.
On the other hand, some cities imposed a limit on the number of goods an individual may
purchase. This is to avoid hoarding, panic-buying, and rush to stock up food during
lockdown. The Government will also penalize those people who will be caught hoarding
goods, especially medical supplies, such as alcohol and face masks. The Local Government
Units (LGUs) focused on utilizing resources to curtail the impact of COVID-19 threat and
give full assistance in helping people during the lockdown.
Some local governments made a solution to strictly implement the Enhance Community
Quarantine (ECQ) just as how Valenzuela City Mayor Rex Gatchalian, replicated the
"mobile palengke" of Pasig City in their area while Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, continued
to help his people by giving relief goods and cash assistance to all Pasig Public Utility
Vehicle (PUV) drivers while vowed to give full salaries to all Pasig government workers
affected by the lockdown.
Some private companies, as well as celebrities such as Bella Padilla and Angel Locsin,
initiated and made an effort to help people and frontliners in battling COVID-19. Bella
Padilla launched a fund-raising campaign and was able to raise 3.3 million for street vendors
affected by the ECQ. Meanwhile, Angel Locsin set up sleeping tents for doctors, nurses, and
other frontliners in Taguig City, in battling against the pandemic novel coronavirus. Also,
some known businessmen like Dennis Uy and Lucio Tan, companies and businesses such as
the City of Dreams, Coca-cola, Jollibee, ABS-CBN and McDonald's have donated millions
worth of relief goods, medical supplies, testing kits and other essentials for most vulnerable,
poor communities, informal workers and health workers.
Last March 23, 2020, President Rodrigo Duterte appealed for temporary special
emergency power to widen his control. In this emergency power, realignment of 275 billion
pesos worth of funds was included as a response to support the nation during the novel
coronavirus pandemic. This was granted on March 24 by the Philippine Congress after the
Senate voting resulted in 12-0, approving the national emergency power, allowing President
Duterte to have the temporary power in addressing the COVID-19 issue. However, from the
day it was approved there was no news and update from the office of the President about his
plans in addressing COVID-19 crisis using the national emergency power.
Meanwhile, the latest report from the Department of Health on Monday, March 30, 2020,
with an additional 128 new Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) patients in a single day, the
total number of positive cases in COVID-19 has raised to 1,546 in the Philippines. The
number of fatalities in the country has reached 78 after the 7 new cases were reported.
Nevertheless, there are 7 new cases of cured patients making a total number of 42 patients
recovered from COVID-19.
Lasting Memories
by: Bettina Louise C. Encarnacion
They say first impressions seem to last but for us NSTP-LTS students, the first
impressions to our students may be our last or at most second to the last. Our fieldwork 1 was
scheduled on February 1, 2020 at Consunji Elementary School Bataan. As we arrived in our
assigned venue, we immediately saw our students lined up in the covered court. They were
patiently waiting for us while some of them were still playing. I believe we did not give good
impressions to them because we arrived almost 3 hours late.
"Sila na yung mga magtuturo satin." the child said. They seemed pleased and excited
when they saw us despite our late schedule and their Saturday class. When we asked them
about the purpose of our meeting, they just said that there will be someone from UST to teach
them. Despite only knowing this detail, they were all still willing to comply. It felt like they
do not know much of the university or things outside of their province. Our facilitator, Ms.
Sheru, assigned six Grade 3 students in our group. They immediately went closer to us and
followed us towards the study area. The classrooms were all occupied that is why we needed
to stay outside.
Before we started our lessons, we made a short introduction. We asked for their
names and their dream careers. All of them wanted to become teachers so that they can also
teach in their current school in the future. We also asked for their favorite subject but they
were all shy to answer. As we started the class, they became comfortable and they initiated
talking with us until they became noisy and stubborn. We remembered each of our students
with their certain traits. All of them were attentive at first but when a student get distracted,
all of them began to lose focus. Joylyn was a participative student however she always
wanted to be in the spotlight. Elisa, on the other hand, was an intelligent student. She was a
little bit shy but she can answer the questions easily. Elaine and Althea were somehow
frenemies of Joylyn but they managed to get along. Lastly, Claudine and Samantha were both
shy but they were really smart students. Each of them has different experiences which make
them have unique characteristics. Some students find English as the hardest among all of
their subjects in class. We kept our lessons as slow as possible to let other students catch up.
Although we can say that some students were better than the others in term of our lessons in
Math and English, we believed that they will continue to discover each other’s strengths and
eventually overcome their weaknesses. The time was limited in our first fieldwork and we
were not able to complete all of the lessons. We needed to board the bus and to exchange
goodbyes with our students immediately.
As we arrived in UST, we realized that our fieldwork one was done. The nervousness
that we have felt before was already lifted. Teaching the children was not bad after all. They
may be noisy and quarrelsome but we can still see their obedience and eagerness to learn. We
still have one more meeting left with them and I hope as we depart from each other we have
left new insights to them. I hope that they are able to see the bigger world around them and to
realize that they can make a change in their homes, province and our country. The
impressions that we made are the only memories that we have of them. Even though it was
such a short interaction, we were able to discover something different and way out of our
comfort zone. After our last fieldwork, we may not be able see each other again and even
know their names but the moments and impressions that we had with them will always last in
our hearts.