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Chinese New Year

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             Chinese New Year 2025: A Celebration of Prosperity and Culture Chinese New Year 2025 occurs on January 29, ushering in the Year of the Wood Snake. In the Philippines, the festival is celebrated nationwide, particularly in Chinese-dominated places like Binondo in Manila. Streets are filled with dragon dances, fireworks, and banquets, as families and companies usher in good luck for the coming year. Filipinos celebrate Chinese New Year because of strong historical and cultural affinities with the Chinese community. Most customs, such as handing out ang pao (red packets), consuming tikoy, and doing rituals for prosperity, coincide with Filipino beliefs about luck and family harmony. Through the years, the celebration has been a national affair, being enjoyed by individuals of all walks of life. As 2025 draws near, Filipinos will once again celebrate this festive event, merging Chi nese practices with Filipino customs. No matter if it is done ...

3rd Quarter Reflection

  during the 3rd quarter, i learned and experience new things like making CBR(community based research), creating a webpage and new codes to use. On the other hand, there are so many challenges and struggles in making CBR and encoding codes. It is really a challenging quarter because of making the CBR and we need to encode it to present the whole class. These challenges making me more strong and confident in making my own, i do listen a lot to make sure if it is correct and asking questions about it. Moving on, i will listen during the discussion to know what to do in doing the future activities like new codes to use. i am very excited to learn some new things again and gain some lessons to keep and bring it to my future.

Vigan City Then and Now

  Vigan Then and Now: From a Historic Municipality to a Thriving City Vigan, a peaceful municipality in the Ilocos Sur province, has grown into a thriving city while retaining its rich historical heritage. Established during the Spanish colonial era, Vigan was a significant commercial center, with merchants from China, Mexico, and other regions of Southeast Asia flocking to the area. Its beautifully preserved Spanish-era homes, cobblestone roads, and mixed culture made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vigan was a small but important town back then, with its strategic location along the Mestizo River that made it a hub for trade and commerce. Now, Vigan City is one of the most popular cultural tourist destinations in the Philippines. In spite of modernization, the city has been able to retain its old-world charm and is a living museum of Spanish colonial heritage. The iconic Calle Crisologo, with its ancestral houses and horse-drawn carriages (kalesas), continues to be the hub of th...

New Year, New Me

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 Another year has passed, and here we are in 2025. time sure does fly by, doesn't it? Another year another version for my self. This year I will learn from my past mistakes. I will appreciate my effort, and more compassionate. i will remember that every small mistakes is precious. the failures at the end is not permanent. I will learn to stand up for my self, to stop silently agreeing with things i know that is wrong, and to speak what in my minds out. Academically, this past school year was a real challenge for me, yet it also strengthened my resolve. I am determined to make this year my golden year, to put myself through until the end. I have already faced so many obstacles and i am still here--why would i give up now? I promise to be even better next year in senior high, even if this year has been a challenge  due to a frequent illness. I still hope to receive my certificate, even if it's in the last quarter, it's okay. I've forgiven my self for any shortcomings. htt...

Unforgettable Christmas

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I spent most of my Christmas vacation at Palawan for 10 days, a change from our usual trip to manila, but it was surprisingly wonderful. my family and I bonded over going to El Nido and Puerto Princesa. They surprised me with the most unexpected gift that they bought in Palawan, my very own motorcycle! After that we did side trip to Baguio. The other days were fairly normal, filled with household chores, which i actually enjoy, they're almost a hobby for me. WE faithfully attended Simbang Gabi when we are ate the Palawan, completing all nine months. My brother an I went out for the beach view and went shopping for the "Pasalubong" for our relatives and friends. On Christmas Day itself, we celebrated at my grand-parents house in Palawan, I received many thoughtful gifts from my grand-parents. My grand-parents was so happy that we spent Christmas with them. All of my mother's side of the family was there, making it a truly special gathering. It was a fun and memorable C...

Sustaining our Planet

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  September is designated as National Clean Up Month, serves as a powerful reminder of our responsibility to care for the environment. It's a time to reflect on how our daily habits impact the planet and to take meaningful action to reduce pollution, conserve resources, and restore natural spaces. Participating in clean-up activities not only improves the cleanliness of our communities but also fosters a deeper connection to nature, reminding us of the fragility of the ecosystems we depend on. 1. Waste segregation: Waste segregation is a crucial component of effective waste management, contributing to environmental sustainability and the promotion of a cleaner, healthier planet. 2. Planting - Trees and plants protect us from heavy rains and floods as well as provide the air we breathe, fighting climate change. 3. Coastal Clean Up - Whenever at a beach, try to be mindful on where to put your waste and observe cleanliness.   4. Educate and Advocate -  Recognise the value o...

My first quarter Reflection

a love of learning and a fresh understanding of the difficulties and benefits of being a student. I now have a better appreciation for how diverse being an SSC student is. In addition, I've picked quite useful study techniques like active listening, efficient note-taking, and time management. Above all, I've learned how crucial it is to work with others and ask for assistance when needed. Even though I've liked learning, there have been some difficulties. It has occasionally been difficult to keep up with the workload and strike a balance between school, social life, and personal obligations. There have been times when I've felt overtaken by the quantity of knowledge I needed to process, and I've had trouble understanding some topics that needed more work.  I've created time management techniques to help me with these difficulties. I've started prioritising things, creating realistic goals, and organising my schedule using a planner. I've also learnt to ...