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Turn the Page but Don't Forget the Lesson

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    Distance learning is very challenging. Throughout our first and second quarter, I must adkit that I had a difficult time trying to accomplish all the tasks given. Now, during the 3rd quarter, I found it easier to accomplish tasks for I am already able to cope and adjust with this mode of learning. With  the help of our considerate teachers, we were able to survive another chapter of learning whilst battling with a pandemic. Face to face classes has required us to stay in schools for a lot of hours which reduced our chance to be thoroughly aware about our community. Thankfully, the lessons we have tackled in ICT focuses on each student's community. The tasks given have pushed us to do research about our community and I have learned that I only know a few details about our community. Because of the tasks given, I was able to acquire useful knowledge that I didn't even know that existed. The tasks given are very helpful for every student but they are not that easy. Consi...

A Gift Of Freedom

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        The freedom of the people is the wealth of the country . For many years we, Filipinos, have been experiencing freedom. Meanwhile, many years ago, the luxury of being free as a citizen and as a country was not granted upon our country. Instead, Filipinos has became slaves in their own backyard. Everything comes with a price, so does the freedom we are indulging to. Knowing this, what price did the country and it's citizens pay? The answer is very simple, they dedicated their lives. This heroic act of these heroes are worthy of more than just appreciation on the Day Of Valor. Commemorating the Filipino and American Soldiers that fought for the freedom of our country is the least we can do. In any situation, we should all find time to remember and appreciate their sacrifices.     On the 9th of April 1942, during World War 2, Major General Edward P. King Jr. was forced to surrender his troops to the Japanese army. These troops were made up of American, ...

An Opportunity To Grow

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      Our world has been turned upside down by the current pandemic. A lot of people, almost everyone, are suffering and mourning loses this year. In times of difficulty, the standard reaction would be to seek for comfort and refuge in churches, however, the danger of COVID-19 is serving as a hindrance to do so. Humanity, in time, is homebound. It is risky and difficult to attend church which pushed cy hurches to reach out to their parishioners. Attending church during the pandemic may be nearly impossible but with technology, church is just a few clicks away. Nothing can stop us from communicatibg and praising our creator. The same goes with the Lenten season. Ofcourse, there are alterations from the tradition Lenten season due to the pandemic but the important thing is being able to focus on God durinh this season.     Like quarantine which is used to secure physical health, Lenten season is used bot only to protect spiritual health but also to strengthen it. ...

Viva Juana! Pandemya'y Kayang-kaya!

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            Since the dawn of civilization, women has been shaping human history. Women have made sognificant contributions to every discipline and area of life.  Our culture and the progression of literature, photography, music, math, science, research, and so much more has been influence by women for many years. The originality, beauty, endurance, imagination, and multiple dimensions of women's lives have shaped our collective history, thus, making our world progressive in many aspects. This calls for the need to not only celebrate women but to also recognize their achievements and their true compassion in creating change.        In the Philippines, the celebration of women's month is utilized as a venue to recognize the achievements and to assess the needs of women in gender equality issues and empowerment. Unlike the past celebrations of Women's month, this year's celebration is a different due to the on going pandemic that has ...

Light in a Quagmire

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               Valentine's Day, an annual holiday celebrating love and affection between a person to another. The phrase “my Valentine,” is often heard in the month of February, a month considered to be the month if love. Every 14th of February, Valentine's day is celebrated not only by romantic couples but also by families and friends. To cut it short, Valentine’s day is non-partisan. Love is present all year round but the 14th of February is a special day dedicated to celebrating love. Chocolates, heart shaped balloons, and letters are the most common things that can be seen during Valentine’s day. People give out these simple presents to express their love and adoration towards someone they hold dear on this special day of hearts.                    “ My Valentine,” a line often read or heard during the special day when people meet. The line is often said in person, however, the pandemic has cau...

Attempt to Grasp and Withstand

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        The world has been fighting an invisible enemy which has caused the world to stop. Businesses, establishments , and schools has stopped operating during the global pandemic. This has pushed the academe to invent ways make education available amidst the pandemic. The Department of Education has introduced distance learning to reach their goal of continuing education during the pandemic with no risk of spreading COVID-19 virus among students. For the past months, students have gained education in the comfort of their homes either through modular or online learning.              In the month of January in the present year, public school students have moved forward to their second quarter. New lessons were introduced to us, students, which would probably be useful in our educational journey. Notes are included our modules  which I think played a huge role in my learning process. I have realized the importance of reading spe...

Tawid

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       Philippines is a country rich in culture and tradition. Every year, numerous festivals are celebrated as part of a tradition. These celebrations are town holidays praising crossroads in history that highlights a province's rich culture and tradition.  Ilocos Sur, a province rich in heritage and unique culture, celebrates a  festival named “ Kannawidan Festival" or “ tawid" whih means heritage that is celebrated every year at the end of January to commemorate the anniversary of Ilocos Sur as a province.        Kannawidan is considered as the most awaited celebration in the province of Ilocos Sur. This festival is an opportunity to ensure the conversion, preservation, and promotion of Iloco cultural, artistic, historical, and intellectual heritage while intilling pride and dignity to Ilocanos. This celebration has an incredible effect on individuals . The festival is also a way to improve the way of living of Ilocanos by attracting ...