VOLUME 19, ISSUE #1 MAY 2016 JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PUBLICATION

Jubilee’s Treasury

of Honors and

Achievements

O LORD, You are my God; I will exalt You, I will give thanks to Your name; For You have worked wonders, plans formed long ago, with perfect faithfulness. Isaiah 25:1

Art work by: Rianne Maxine O. Liao

2 From the depths of our hearts and minds…

Editorial Board

Timothy Daniel F. Uy Cate Jasmine G.Ong Editor-in-Chief Opinion Editor Gabe Thomas A. Tan Shanixia Margarette V. Uy News Editor Managing Editor Abigail Elise C. Tan Shawn Zedric T. Reaport Literary Editor Sports Editor

Ryan Kevin T. Cheng Harrold Evian S. Lee Bryle Hudson S. Yu

Photographers

Hyunjun Ryh Rianne Maxine O. Liao Art Directors

Tanya Alexis S. Te Justyn Hugh C. So Eliza Janel L.Tan Zachary Ryan L.Gan Griffin Chelsea C. Sy Matthew Gregory T. Que Sadie Ann G. Ocampo Ryon Ellison C.Samson

Bernyce Christiana C. Dy Lynelle Vanne C. Cincochan

Vanessa Hannah Anne T. Ong Staff Writers

Mrs. Von Grace A. Camacho

Club Moderator

Mrs. Lorna B. Yan Principal

Dr. Sally L. Coyukiat

Executive Directress

Studying: Stressful or Relaxing? Timothy Daniel F. Uy, 6 - Hemingway

Studying is considered as stressful to some students. This makes them not like school and they just go to school because they have to, not because they want to. Some also get pressured in studying to the point that they don’t want to study anymore. Gadgets and other devices distract them from studying. Because of this, people become lazy, sometimes too lazy to study.

To some, studying is stressful because instead of seeing it as fun, they see it as tiring and horrible. This gives them the wrong mindset of studying and so they treat it as stressful. Sometimes, the influences of the people affect the way they think and see studying. There are also many distractions such as gadgets and games. Parents and teachers find ways to make studying enjoyable, but I think we, as students should be the one making the change. We should look at studying as fun and a chance to learn and we should treat it as our hobby. When we change our perspective about studying, it won’t seem hard for us anymore.

Academics vs. Values Cate Jasmine G. Ong, 5 - Kepler

School always counts on your academic skill. It is either you are

good at school or you are terrible in academics. Our deportment is also counted in school. What do you think is more important: your academic skill or how kind you are?

We agree that values are better. What is the point of studying if you are not disciplined? You talk with your classmates while the teacher is talking. Maybe you cheat in tests so it ends up that you don’t learn anything. If you are not well-behaved, maybe you stand up and distract your classmates from learning and the teacher gets distracted, too. See? There’s no logic if your grades are good but you don’t have basic values.

School needs to be a balance between academics and values. Without discipline and godly values, one won’t go very far.

Old-Fashioned Books vs. Newfangled Gadgets Gabe Thomas A. Tan, 6 - Hemingway

Have you heard of a two-year-old who would sit still day by

day for around half an hour listening to her mom read "The Frog and Toad," or "The Magic School Bus?" That super attentive boy was I. Mom did not only read the texts but she also provided lots of information to my inquisitive mind. We built such a strong connection during our read-along. Such was the beginning of my love for books. By now, I hardly spend time with my mom reading anymore, but you'd probably have to wrestle with me before I surrender any book that I'm reading to anyone.

I'm left with my Ipad for entertainment and research. I lose track of my surroundings when I'm hypnotized into the world of Clash Royale. I may have started a slouching posture with all that sitting in front of my computer. My eyesight may have gone from bad to worse with the constant glow of artificial light from the monitor. Although technology may support my learning, I still prefer the good old-fashioned book. That way, I won't be in constant battle with my conscience whether to do Math or use the limited elixir to attack my opponents in a computer game.

3 News! News! News!

Quake Alert: The JCA Earthquake Drill Gabe Thomas A. Tan, 6 - Hemingway

"Riiinggg!" The siren wailed with such abrupt intensity that everyone jumped for cover. We scrambled under our tables, holding on to jugs and emergency bags. Teachers sprinted about outside, gripping video cameras and barking orders.

Preparing for a long wait, we shifted into comfortable positions and synchronized a few watches…

"Krang, krang, krang!" The alarm bell screamed even more urgently. My classmates started fleeing out the door. They scurried amidst the crowd of teachers and students. 10:30 A.M. flashed at my Casio watch. After two minutes of huffing and puffing, we all made it to the blue basketball court.

The whole of Jubilee Christian Academy and Metro Manila simulated a magnitude 7 earthquake last July 30, 2015. Now, we can be assured that our emergency preparedness skills will kick in should an earthquake hit Manila. This earthquake drill has reminded us what to do when and if there is an earthquake.

Appreciation Day was a Big Hit!

Cate Jasmine G. Ong and Rianne Maxine O. Liao, 5 - Kepler

Teacher’s Day was fun last September 24, 2015. All the teachers and staff loved it. But the huge event needed hard work and preparation before it happened. Many students and a few teachers had to pitch in for the big day. There were many things to do and they accomplished them.

Teacher’s Day celebration in Jubilee happens in the quadrangle every year. It has become a yearly celebration for teachers and staff. During the celebration, teachers were very happy. First, they came down the ramp holding flowers. After that, students from Grade 4-6 sang the song “In This Moment”. Soon after, there was modeling from club members of Fash and dancing from teachers and Fitness First club members. Student council officers also prepared a cake as a token of appreciation to teachers.

Giving thanks to all our teachers was a lot of fun.

Student council officers hold the

greeting cake as a sign of gratitude for teachers during the Appreciation Day

JUBILEE AT IT’S 49TH

Timothy Daniel F. Uy, 6 – Hemingway

Last February 4, 2016, the Jubilee Christian Academy Foundation Day celebration was held at the E. Rodriguez Campus. The whole school celebrated 49 years of God’s grace and goodness. There were many booths and stalls. There were some which contained toys, cards, and other things. A lot had delicious snacks like fries, sausages, and shawarma. There were also rice meals to make sure students’ stomachs were filled. Students were able to enjoy drinks like juices, lemonades, and frappes, too.

Part of the activities was the Intramurals championship games in basketball, volleyball, badminton, and relay games. Students , teachers, and parents enjoyed watching all of these. Indeed, God has blessed us and our school. He has blessed us continuously and gave us the chance to be part of this year’s amazing fair. Each year’s foundation day fair just keeps on getting better. This year’s fair was the best fair in Jubilee, wouldn’t you agree?

Congratulations! DOST Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Sean Matthew G. Tan (5K) Lyonel Justin L. Ching (6H) Marcelline L. Tee (6K) Journey Christian C. (6M)

Metrobank – MTAP- DepEd Math Challenge 2016 Elimination Round 3rd Honors: Kyle Elijah C. Gan (5N), Shannon Kimberly L. Sioco (5E), Nancy Cristina Mikaela N. Perez (6H), Gabe Thomas A. Tan (6H) 2nd Honors: Sean Matthew G. Tan (5K), Lyonel Justin L. Ching (6H)

Metrobank – MTAP- DepEd Math Challenge 2016 NCR Sectoral Individual Finals 3rd Place: Sean Matthew G. Tan (5K)

Metrobank - MTAP – DepEd Math Challenge 2016 Division (Area 2) Team Finals 3rd Place: Lance Ethan N. Lee (4KB), Eliza Janel L. Tan (KU), Heinrich Elbert E. Yap (4 Kl) 3rd Place: Lyonel Justin L. Ching, Nancy Cristina Mikaela N. Perez (6H)

Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge 2016 NCR Regional Finals 2nd place (Team) Sean Matthew G. Tan (5K), Shannon Kimberly L. Sioco (5E), Kyle Elijah C. Gan (5N) 3rd place (Individual) Sean Matthew G. Tan (5K)

4 English Only…Please!

The Mountain of English Cate Jasmine G. Ong, 5 - Kepler

One day, in English class, my teacher was talking about Story Elements. It was so hard to understand.

Worst of all, I was getting sleepy… I woke up at the bottom of a mountain. I looked at my watch and it was 11:30 AM. I need to get home

for lunch. I looked at a sign that said: Home. My home is a mountain away. I started at the beginning of the mountain. Funny. When my teacher used the pyramidal plot, she put at the bottom of the mountain: the beginning. I started climbing up the mountain. As I progressed, I nearly slipped and fell. Whoa! The action is rising here. Something still reminds me of the pyramidal plot. I then reached the top of the mountain. I was so excited because I was nearly home. I could see it from here. I looked down the side I was about to go down to. It looked soft enough to slide down, but it could be harder than it seemed. I looked if there were any sharp objects. None. I decided to take the risk. Whee! As I slid down the mountain, I thought of the pyramidal plot again. I don’t know why. I finally ended my journey as I reached the bottom of the mountain.

I woke from my dream. My teacher then said we would have a graded drill. I was scared. Suprisingly, after checking, I got a perfect score! I then realized that my dream held all the answers. The story starts at the beginning, then deepens and the action starts to rise. In the middle of the story, the excitement is at its fullest. Going down the mountain signified the problem in the story being solved. Then reaching the other side of the mountain is the end of the story. My dream saved me! Hooray!

English is awesome

So fun and interesting That’s why I’m happy

by Shanixia Margarette V. Uy, 5 - Euclid

English is good to learn Having difficulty is no concern

Because all that matters is you enjoy And you will have fun and joy.

by Abigail Elise C. Tan, 5 - Kepler

The Trio Sadie Ann G. Ocampo, 6 – Milton

Back when we were in Grade 5, there was a new student named Lynelle. I wanted to welcome her and make sure that she felt comfortable here in JCA. We became not just good friends, but best friends! My other best friend, Bernyce, got jealous of my friendship with Lynelle. So, I told Lynelle that Bernyce is jealous. We both decided that Lynelle and Bernyce should spend more time with each other.

One day, I went to our classroom from the canteen alone because Lynelle and Bernyce were together. When I finally got to the classroom, Bernyce was laughing like crazy and so was Lynelle. I asked Bernyce why she was laughing and she said that Lynelle was so funny and kind. I suddenly felt a pang of jealousy. Has Bernyce found a new best friend? I decided to spend more time with Bernyce. Once Bernyce and I were so close, Lynelle started feeling jealous. Would this jealousy ever end?

We then chose to stay together, not as a pair, but as a trio. The three of us became the best of friends from then on.

5 Talas-Isip

Kayang-Kaya Basta’t Kasama Siya Kyle Chauncey P. Chiu, 6-Milton

Ang ating buhay ay may mga hadlang na

dumadating. Tayo minsan ay nahihirapan sa mga hadlang na ito. Minsan, akala natin, wala na tayong pag-asa. ‘Yun pala isa lang ito na nagpapahina ng buhay mo. Kaya pala natin ito malagpasan at maiwanan. Magtiwala lang tayo sa Diyos.

Sa pag-aaral natin, marami tayong pinagdadaanan. Noong nasa pre-school pa ako, madaling madali ang mga itinuturo ng guro. Sa Grade 1-5, madali pa rin. Pagdating ng Grade 6, napakahirap na ng mga ito. May mga bagsak na ako sa pagsusulit. Minsan, tinatanong ko sa sarili ko, “Kaya ko pa ba ito? Makakabawi pa ba ako?” Hindi talaga madali sa Grade 6. Sa mga pinagdaanan ko na pagsusulit, hindi ko minsan naabot ang aking inaasahang marka. Buti na lang, may mga kaibigan ako na tinuturuan ako at tumutulong sa aking mga problema. Bukod dito, kasama ko rin ang aking pamilya at ang ating Diyos. Nitong ikatlong markahan, umangat ang aking mga marka sa pagsusulit, proyekto at iba pa. Ako’y nagpapasalamat sa Diyos na tinulungan Niya ako sa aking mga pinagdadaanan sa pag-aaral.

Ayon sa Filipos 4:13, “Ang lahat ng ito’y magagawa ko dahil sa lakas na kaloob sa akin ni Kristo.” Yan ang berso sa Bibliya na aking tinatandaan kapag nahihirapan ako sa pag-aaral. Nagdadasal ako lagi sa Diyos kapag nawawalan ako ng lakas. Ako’y binibigyan ng Diyos ng lakas at ngayon ay gumaling na ako sa pag-aaral.

Tuloy-tuloy akong nagtiwala sa Diyos at lagi Niya akong binibigyan ng lakas. Nagpapasalamat ako sa Diyos na tinutulungan Niya ako. Tumataas na ang mga marka ko. Nagiging aktibo ako sa mga pangkatang gawain. Marami nang bagay ang gumaling sa akin.

Natutunan ko na huwag tumigil na magtiwala sa Diyos. Siya lang lagi ang nagbibigay-lakas sa atin.

Hindi Ito Biro Hainee Shuia L. Tan, 6-Hemingway

Ang tunay na pagkakaibigan ay hindi base sa yaman Hindi sa pagbibigay ng regalo, hindi sa katalinuhan. Pero ugali ang dapat maging basehan Ng pagkakaroon ng kaibigan. Ang tunay na pagkakaibigan ay para tulungan ka, Nandiyan para magturo kung ikaw ay nagtataka. Di dapat abusuhin, di dapat ikahiya Dapat itong alagaan nang damang-dama. Ano ang basehan ng pagpili ng mga kaibigan mo? Kung mapagbigay ba, mayaman o matalino? Para sa akin, ugali dapat ang basehan Dahil yan ang importante sa isang kaibigan.

Tunay Na Pagkakaibigan Viencis P. Dy, 6 – Hemingway

Ang tunay na pagkakaibigan ay kamangha-mangha Nagpapatawaran kahit gaano kalaki ang sala. Kahit anong mangyari, nagtutulungan. Iyan ang tunay na pagkakaibigan. Hindi kailangan ng maraming pera, Ni hindi ng kahit anong pruweba. Kahit malayo man sila, Nasa puso ko pa rin ang aming mga ala-ala. Kapag nagkakamali ay nagtuturuan, Upang paglaki namin ay may mapupuntahan Kahit nag-aaway ay nagkakabati din kami At ang magagandang ala-ala ay dumadami O, kaysarap magkaron ng tunay na kaibigan At dito din napapakita ang tunay na pagmamahalan Ang tunay na kaibigan ay di kailangang madami, Basta nadarama mo, araw at gabi.

Starting to Love Math Bernyce Christiana C. Dy, 6-Milton

When I started in grade 6, I already had my mind set that I don’t like Math. Why have I never liked Math? It is because I find it hard and I was never good at it. I would always get a careless mistake when I answer tests or problems. So, I already knew Math would be a harder subject this year, and I thought that I would hate it more.

I didn’t expect that I would have a change of heart. After a few quarters, I found out that Math was actually easy. My teacher, Mrs. Pekitpekit, helped me in liking Math. She taught us patiently and made sure that we understood the lessons. She gave me positive feedbacks and complimented me for my high grades. She also gave me a study buddy to teach. I was praised and appreciated because my study buddy’s performance improved during that time. Because of these, I started liking Math.

Now, I look forward to taking the next step in Math. This is to try the MTAP qualifying test next year. I’m excited for the first time to study Math. I may not know what the future has for me, but for sure, Math will be a big part of my future!

6 The Amazing World of Numbers

My World Math Competition Experience Harrold Evian S. Lee, 6 – Keats

On April 18, 2015, my brother and I joined the 12th World Mathematics Competition, organized by Sakamoto Ltd. that was held in Harris Hotel and Conventions Festival Citylink Bandung, Indonesia.

Even though this was my 3rd time to join the competition, I still felt nervous. At the Grand Ballroom, I saw a lot of delegates who came from different countries such as Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Before the competition started, I prayed to God and asked Him to guide us and give us knowledge so that we can solve the problems correctly.

Solving the problems was not easy. They have divided them from easy to difficult and challenging problems for us to solve. I tried my best to answer them correctly with the help from our Almighty God. After the competition, I was able to play games with the other delegates. It was really fun since I was able to make new friends with the other delegates.

That evening was the awarding ceremony. I was really excited and nervous at the same time. As they started to announce the bronze medalist winner, my heart started to pound very fast. My brother’s name was called, but my name was not called. Next, they announced the silver medalists. One name after another, but still my name was not called. Finally, they announced the gold medalists. When they mentioned my name, I felt so happy that I jumped out of my seat. I could not believe that I won a gold medal. My mom was so proud of us.

It was a great experience for me to join this competition. I never thought that I would achieve this far. With the help and support from my family, I was able to win. I also thank the Lord for this great achievement. For without Him, my brother and I wouldn’t have won those medals.

Math easy, quick

solving, multiplying, adding My most favorite subject

numbers by Shawn Zedric T. Reaport, 6-Hemingway

Math, Your brain needs to work

Addition and subtraction Math is very fun

by Sadie Ann G. Ocampo, 6 – Milton

Math’s Cool Francine Ang, Kyle Gan, Andrew So

5- Napier

Math is super-duper cool, We are happy to have it taught in school. Even with the calculations it brings. We get to learn many things.

You can see Math everywhere, From paying your bills to money we can share. We can see it in everyday life, Like fractions, cutting pizza with a knife.

If you’re not a Math wizard, Solving Math problems is as difficult as crossing a blizzard. Studying can really help you In everything that you do.

Our Universe

Anika Raine G. Ng, 6-Hemingway

Mr. Universe, how big are you, I seriously have no clue. There are eight planets in the Milky Way Is that the only galaxy? No way!

Stars, asteroids, comets, And many planets, Are those the only ones out there? Or are there others somewhere?

Mercury, the smallest, Venus, the hottest, Earth, life is not dead, Mars, the color red.

Jupiter, with the big red dot, Saturn, how many rings can you spot? Uranus, is it hot? No! Certainly not!

Neptune, the last, It does not orbit fast. I still have more things to learn, About planets like Saturn!

7 Science Facts and Fancy

Science Lab Gabe Thomas A. Tan, 6 - Hemingway

Among the Science Lab, Play Area and ERC Doors are wide open and friendly to me

I enter and browse in between my studies Through the HELE, Arts Room and other facilities.

The ERC is a place to lounge and browse

It's like the center of our little house With games, internet, CDs and books galore

Just take one, and you will be asking for more.

Do not underestimate the Science Lab No matter how spotless and squeaky clean, With microscopes, petri dishes and beakers

Curiosity will overcome most scientific thinkers.

With wires hidden in the middle of the desks The computer lab is a very interesting place,

Brimming with games and information in every nook, Around the world I discover with just one look.

Animals Endangered , Scary

Sleeping , Walking , Flying Interesting stuff to learn

Science

by Justyn Hugh C. So, 4 - Kalayaan

My Science Adventure Ryan Kevin T. Cheng, 6 - Hemingway

One day, my friends invited me to go watch a movie with them. While walking towards the meeting place, I stumbled across an extraordinary wall. I went near it then it sucked me in.

While being sucked in, I saw a lot of great scientists. When I finally reached the other end of the wall, I saw a man named Atom holding a sign stating “Answer 3 scientific question then you may enter.” I answered the questions then he allowed me to go in.

I saw a lot of futuristic things. I even saw Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, and many more great scientists. They told me about their discoveries

After, two weeks of staying there, I missed my family and friends. I asked my friend, Atom, how to get back to my world and he said “you have to talk to the king if you want to leave.” I went to meet the king and discussed my problem with him and he said “I’ll let you out of this world but we have to set a portal.”

After a day of setting up the portal, everyone in that world left me with a gift: the book of human knowledge. I was so happy that I was left with no words. We said our farewells and then I left. When I came back home I saw everyone’s worried faces, but then when I told them my story, they were impressed.

Science Science is very fun It helps us a ton

Some people think it’s boring So they go out and run

by Rianne Maxine Liao, 5-Kepler

Science Science is interesting,

So it is not time for resting. We learn new things with that subject,

And we also do some projects.

by Shawn Zedric T. Reaport, 6-Hemingway

8 MAKABAYAN and everything else under the sun

Music

Bernyce Christiana C. Dy, 6 – Milton

Singing under the sun Music is always fun Learning new notes

Like catching fishes on boats

A.P. Justyn Hugh C. So, 4-Kalayaan

Ang yamang likas

marami tayo niyan

sa Pilipinas

Arts Abigail Elise C. Tan, 5 - Kepler

Arts creative, colorful

drawing, painting, and coloring

a lot of different colors rainbow

HELE Matthew Gregory T. Que, 6 – Hemingway

L.E.

messy, crazy building, sharpening, rusting

build life and love fun

P.E . Matthew Gregory T. Que, 6 - Hemingway

P.E. is Physical Education, It does not need recitation

It is very fun Even though we have to

run.

So tiring but worth it. It’s because we don’t have

to fall into a mud pit. Exercising makes your

health better. It’s fun so it does not make

your heart shatter

It does not need writing But it does need moving So have fun and move

And serve and love.

H.E.

by Sadie Ann G. Ocampo, 6 – Milton

Cooking is my thing

The recipes are so interesting,

All the food are good,

I like H.E. because of the food.

Music

Timothy Daniel F. Uy, 6 – Hemingway

Music is pleasing to my ears

But mastering an instrument takes years

Yet all that time it’s worth it Because it fills the world with cheers

P.E. Vanessa Hannah Anne T. Ong, 5 – Kepler

P.E.

fun, tiring exercising, stretching, enjoying

playing lots of sports Badminton

Music Vanessa Hannah Anne T. Ong, 5 – Kepler

Music

classical, jazz singing, dancing, whistling

Singing my heart out Pop

Arts Tanya Alexis S. Te, 4 – Kabayanihan

Art is more than just paper

It will make you smarter

colors, lines, patterns, and hues

paint brushes and crayons, you may use.

Intramurals 2016 Shawn Zedric T. Reaport, 6 - Hemingway

This year, we celebrated our intramurals last January 8, 2016. There were a lot of activities and games. Sports such as basketball, volleyball, and badminton are included in the intramurals.

Grades 1-6 for the first time, celebrated the opening program all together. In the past years, it was celebrated in two groups, grades 1-3 and grades 4-6.

This year, the opening program was started by a parade of athletes with their muses, escorts, and mascots bearing each class’ banner. After the opening prayer and oath of sportsmanship, the muse and escort of each class, together with their mascot promenaded around the quadrangle for everyone to see. The yell and cheer dance competition followed.

Everyone was in awe at each of the presentations. After the announcement of winners, the volleyball and basketball games started at once.

All of Philippine History in One Day?

Gabe Thomas A. Tan, 6 – Hemingway

I was elated as the bus whisked us off to the Ayala Museum. I had visited it before, and it's time to revisit the beautiful potteries and the golden artifacts. As I stepped inside, I marveled at the polished look and the solemn atmosphere that pervaded the room. Our tour guide explained about six museum rules. She showed us a short clip about Philippine history. After the orientation, she allowed us to explore the rest of the place in groups. On the first floor, we marveled at colorful paintings and abstract art. My group trooped to the second floor, which was brimming with more than 40 dioramas of important events in our history. The third floor offered more dazzling artworks. The real highlight of the trip was when we got a first glimpse of the gold on the fourth floor. There were literally tons of golden artifacts. Some were worn as bracelets, necklaces and even belts! There were also dozens of fragile antique Chinese vases and ancient pottery. By watching a portion of the videos and reading the texts, we managed to glean some precious information about our cultural heritage.

Overall, we managed to learn a lot about the Philippine history and ancient artifacts, which complement what we learned from Mr. Arre's Araling Panlipunan. This trip piqued our interest to learn more about the rich history and traditions of our ancestors. If you want to learn more of our history, the Ayala Museum is the place to go.

9 MAKABAYAN and everything else under the sun

Wushu Zachary Ryan L. Gan, 5 – Euclid

Wushu is both an exhibition and a full-contact sport derived from traditional Chinese martial arts. It is fun from the start because you make new friends, you get to exercise, and you have good coaches to guide you through the sessions. You have to go through the different levels. The first level is easy, but you have to memorize stuff and get used to them. The second level is a bit harder. After that is the third level, which I am currently in. It is a bit hard, but if you want to master it, you have to train more. It also has longer training time. Also, by third level, you have to train with weapons. Aside from this, you can go to tournaments with higher-leveled classmates. The fourth level is for the highest students and the last is for the coaches. By these levels, you will learn many more things and more weapons.

The Different Kinds of Students in a Class Ryon Ellison C.Samson, 6 - Milton

*Zachary Gan was awarded as the Champion in the Group Male M4 Broadsword Play in the 14th Hongkong Wushu International Championship in March 2016

10 Chinese here, Chinese there, and everywhere 基立学院庆祝春节

小六Hemingway 黄念恩

基立学院是一间菲华的学校。今年二月十八日，本校将在Dona Hemady 校区举行一场比较有特色的春节活动。其目标为要使学生们更了解中国佳节的习俗,中国的文化传统。

当天学生们集合在大操场上。有,家长会负责这活动的项目，准备了很多好香好吃的中国式食物，如糕饼,烧卖，肉卷，冷茶等等饮料，还有准备下象棋，毛笔书法，设计中国艺球等等游戏。最后是一场舞狮表演，这时，每位学生都热烈地大声鼓掌，脸上挂着笑容的面貌，形成了一场极热鬧的场面。

今年庆祝的春节活动，无形中迈向了学生们对中国的文化的兴趣和理解。这次的春节活动使学生们都收获了不少。

11 Musings, Trivia, and More!!!

An Unforgettable Study Tour in Bataan Abigail Elise C. Tan, 5 -Kepler

My experience during the Bataan Study Tour was awesome! It was a two-day tour held last February 25-26. I got to spend time with my friends and learn new things. We had games, activities, a tour around Las Casas, and so much more. We slept in a hotel in Las Casas and had fun.

I had to wake up early because I needed to get to school at about 6:00am. It took us about three hours on the bus to get to Bataan. We ate some snacks, played talked, and napped to pass the time.

Our first stop was Mt. Samat. We listened to someone talking about the history of Bataan. After that, we saw the weapons used back then.

We went to the hotel to drop off our stuff and rested. We had lunch after that. The food was delicious. After lunch, we took the tour around Las Casas. During the tour, we saw Spanish houses. The tour guide explained the history behind the houses. We had time to buy souvenirs and play some games.

In the hotel room, I was with Rianne, Cate, and Phoenix. We were with my mom, Mrs. Eleanor “Elen” Tan, who was the parent volunteer. I played some iPad with my friends, took a bath, got ready, and met up with the others downstairs. Dinner was amazing. I saw one of my friends, Elisha and decided to sit with him and his friends. We played some Pokemon Trading Cards. Of course, we didn’t forget to eat the food. I liked the food. After dinner, we sat by the beach and had a bonfire. We ate marshmallows and enjoyed. We headed to the hotel to get some sleep for the next day.

Before my friends and I slept, we played for a while. The funny thing is, once we tried to sleep, we can’t! We were still awake and noisy; well except for Cate. She was so annoyed and sleepy to the point she got her neck pillow and used it as ear muffs. It was a funny night indeed.

The next day , we woke up very early so we had time to play and get ready. Our breakfast was a buffet. All the food there were yummy. I ate tocino with some egg and drank orange juice. After breakfast, we drove over to the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant.

The power plant was shut down but we were allowed to have a tour around it. We learned what was inside. We got to see the inside of the building and saw all the machines. It was a cool experience being inside the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, but I didn’t know the next activity would be even better.

The next place we went to was the Pawikan Conservation Center. This was my favorite part of the study tour because we got to release Pawikan! The Pawikan there were so cute and small. Each student had one Pawikan. We went to the beach to release the cute little buddies. Before we released them, we had a chance to name them. I named mine Crush after the sea turtle in the movie “Finding Nemo.” I released Crush off to the sea. It was very fun to see all those Pawikan run to the sea. A very sad fact about releasing Pawikan though is only 1/100 Pawikan could survive when you release them.

The Study Tour was almost over but we still had one more lunch before we headed back to JCA. I sat with my friends and talked about the Study Tour and what was their favorite part of it. We ate our lunch happily knowing that this was an amazing experience for all of us. After our last lunch, we sat on the bus and headed back to JCA. We all went home with a smile. Although it might be over, but there is always a next time. I enjoyed the two days with my friends and I learned a lot about Bataan. Hopefully in the future, I will be joining more study tours in school.

1. …Simon, a devout man who declared Jesus as the Messiah soon after he was born, told Mary she would suffer along with her son.

2. … Matthew, also known as Levi, was a publican?” As Jesus walked along, he saw Levi, son of Alpheus, sitting at the tax collectors booth. “Follow me” Jesus told him, and Levi got up and followed him.

3. …“Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself” is what Jesus called the second commandment. This applies to everyone, including our enemies, since they are also neighbors, regardless of where they live. This teaching means we are not to put our interests above those of others.

Source: Fun Bible Trivia for Kids

Griffin Chelsea C. Sy 5-Kepler

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