Volume 1, Issue 1

A NEWSLETTER OF PARADISE FARMS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

June 2016 to February 2017 When the heart sketches:

SHS stud champs in art contest
By Dofhney Naiomi Olino, Grade 8- Sampaguita
Inside News
The power of a child for Cate-
PFNHS BSP woman is in her hands. gory 3 to 4. The
holds overnight contest proper
school camping Indeed, as Noemae lasted for one
by Jobelle Morato Destreza, Grade 11-TVL of and a half hour,
Paradise Farms National but there was an
Wastes are High School won as champi- hour orientation
waste of time on in the Soroptimist Interna- before. The
YES-O... tional Women Art Contest - contestants
by Jasmin Jaud & District level last February sketched using
Cedrick Binuya 11, 2017. any medium such as charcoal, The works declared
water color, paint, or ordinary as champions will be pre-
CSJDM Shadow The competition was pencils. judged in Starmall and
Puppetry re- themed Tribute to women whichever will be chosen will
mains Champs! with four categories, namely Mr. Kyle Diaz, SPA proceed to the regionals alt-
by Jocelyn empowering women for Cate- Visual Arts teacher, was the hough there is no specified
Fernandez & coach of Destreza. She re- date yet. The City Mayor
Deejay Moreno
ceived Php 1000 cash prize Arturo Robes is one of the
and a certificate of recogni- sponsors of the said event.
PFNHS holds tion.
workshop for
teachers
By Miyaka Rhinoa Express whatever
Delos Reyes your hearts feels. Dont mind
what others might say to your
Senior Scouts work and be confident, said
attend 18th Bu- Destreza as she wants to en-
lacan Council courage fellow students who
Scout Jamboree aspire to be visual artists
by Miyaka Rhinoa She was the rainbow, but he was
Delos Reyes color blind. someday.
We will keep this love in our own
universe.
gory 1 to 2 while mother and

CPO boosts studs to combat PMS , early pregnancy

by Miyaka Rhinoa Delos Reyes, Grade 10-Rizal

To encourage stu- asked questions about PMS

dents to avoid pre-marital sex and sex education.
(PMS) and early pregnancy,
the City Population Office Five facilitators,
held its program "Toga Muna namely, Dolores Herrera
THINGS TO CHEW ON Bago Traje de Boda Work- Mitzi Maris Gerona, Janice
shop-Seminar" last March 3, Calucag, Emelita Bataller and
Fireflies on the Floor 4 2017 in selected classrooms, Rowena Avancena informed
namely those of 9-Pearl, 9- and educated the Grade 9
Diamond, 9-Onyx and 10- students about the said topics.
Sweet Nightmare 4 Rizal. Alongside the facilitators was
Ms. Violeta Cadiz, Head of
The program con- the City Population Office
Shaping You: A Reac- 5 sists of a film viewing of the and Ms. Margie Duro, Project
tion on the INSET... youth movie Crossroads, dis- Develpoment Officer of
cussion about population School Government Opera- Grade 9-students participate in the
Dark Abyss 6 dynamics and a workshop in tion Division (SGOD) who workshop after the discussion and
which the Grade 9 students monitors the implementation seminar on population dynamics
expressed their concerns or of the said program.
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CSJDM Shadow Puppetry remains Champs!

by Jocelyn Fernandez and Deejay Moreno, Grade 9-Diamond

SPA Theatre Arts of of Talents and

Paradise Farms National High received the award
School bagged the Champi- Most Sophisticat-
onship title again for the third ed Animation,
time in this years Regional which was the first
The innovative puppetry mate-
rials of the SPA Theatre Arts Festival of Talents with the special award giv-
Group theme Social and Environ- en by the National
mental Awareness, Shadow Commission of
Puppetry category held last Culture and the
January 5, 2017 in Pampanga Arts.
City. In everything you
The Shadow Puppetry group with their coach pose with
In everything a number one hand gesture to signify their victory. do, you must do
Andrea Jhean Capa, your best, said
you do, you Clarissa Pom, Jack Daniel the best mo, Danna Faith Mrs. Lorna T. Salditos, SPA
must do your Salditos, and Jessie Sajol Benedicto of Grade 10-SPA Theater Specialist. Members
from SPA-9, Danna Faith stressed out as she reflected of the participating group
best, Benedicto and Daniel Allelu- on the recent championship regularly undergo trainings
Mrs. Lorna T. ya from SPA-10 are the con- they received. and production work for their
testants who brought home materials or props to be used
Salditos, SPA
the bacon under the guidance In the past three in their competitions. The
Theater of Mrs. Lorna T. Salditos. years, the group has already group continues to innovate
Specialist been maintaining their win- its presentation and the skills
Kapag pursigido ning stint and even got fourth of its members in the craft of
ka, gagawin mo talaga ang place in the National Festival shadow puppetry.

PFNHS holds workshop for teachers personality development

by Miyaka Rhinoa D. Delos Reyes, Grade 10-Rizal
to do the make-up session for
Stressing the importance of ply make-up easily, what their model and Mrs. Mangao
proper grooming for teachers, kinds of colors and clothes assisted them in the process.
PFNHS conducted a person- would be appropriate to wear
ality development workshop and how both male and fe- Wrapping up the
last July 28-29 in the Beauty male teachers can apply prop- program, Principal Engr.
Care Room. er grooming from head to toe. Danilo A. Casas invited the
All faculty departments and model teachers for a picture
Mrs. Marilou Man- their members attended as taking after
gao, a Grade 9 TLE teacher participants. which he
specializing on Beauty Care gave his clos-
served as the programs re- Each department ing remarks
source speaker. She shared chose their model or subject. and a few
the basic steps on how to ap- They were given 30 minutes announce-
ments.
PFNHS teachers gear up for classroom discipline
By Ella Mae Importado, Grade 10-Rizal, Danica Macayan and Janna Samudio, Grade 8-Sampaguita

To achieve more effi- punishment. Non-physical solutions that develop self-

cient classroom management in forms of corporal punishment discipline, having consistent
class and to address problemat- such as belittling, humiliating reinforcement, building a mu-
ic behaviors of students, and threatening were discussed tually respectful relationship
PFNHS held an INSET (in- with the explanation of its ef- and teaching life-long skills.
service training) on corporal fects. Ms. Gwen Francisco, a Also, it is holistic, strength-
punishment and positive disci- Senior High School teacher, based, constructive, proactive
pline on September 9, 2016 at also gave a lecture on positive and participatory.
JICA for all of its teachers. discipline in everyday teaching
(PDET), emphasizing the The third part of the
Ms. Liberty Tana, the meaning and nature of positive workshop ended with a ques-
schools guidance counselor discipline in classrooms today. tion and answer portion or
took charge of the first part on open forum for all the partici-
corporal punishment and the She explains positive pants.
aim of which is to end corporal discipline as finding long term
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Senior Scouts attend 18th Bulacan Council Scout Jamboree

by Miyaka Rhinoa D. Delos Reyes, Grade 10-Rizal

Senior Scouts took Alvin Maalac, Arnold Dela

part in the 18th Bulacan Coun- Pea, Miraflor Compas and
cil Scout Jamboree with the Francis Dolot, represented
theme Growth and Stability Paradise Farms National High
held in Sta. Maria, Bulacan School.
last March 7-12.
In the event, the
Among the 5000 scout methods and principles'
delegates, a total of 25 Senior adherence to the Scout Oath
Scouts and four adult leaders, and Law are practiced at the
highest standard. Each scout
was trained to become better
leaders and citizen.
The Senior Scouts with their adult leaders in the 18th Bulacan Council
Napakasaya kasi Scout Jamboree.
bukod sa nakilala, nagkita-
kita ang mga CLTC partici- at research defense na kin- number of registered
pants at mga dati naming abukasan, said Alvie Jewel scouts nationwide.
nakasama at naging kaibigan Reyes, Grade 11-TVL about
sa BSP, nasiyahan sa paghi- his experience as one of the
hirap kahit na summative test delegates.

PFNHS boosts studs health and morale:

Grade 7 immunization and Scouts investiture held
by Jean Mary Escol, Grade 8-Sampaguita & Cassandra Castro, Grade 9-Diamond
PFNHS conducts a public schools around the The program started
back to back event on Grade city. It is to ensure that the with a discussion on the na-
7 immunization and Scouts students are protected from ture of the immunization and
Investiture last August 9, Measles Rubella (MR) and the requirements that must be
2016. The Department of Tetanus Diphtheria (TD) as it met which includes the stu-
Health (DOH) nurse with a will act as booster of previous dents name in the official
city health midwife led the vaccines. master list of enrolled stu-
immunization program 7 stu- dents, waiver or consent from
dents while Mr. Alvin Ma- This is really im- parents, and good physical
alac, the BSP (Boy Scouts of portant. Why? We cant just condition before vaccination.
the Philippines) Outfit Advis-rely on previous vaccinations. The nurse also talked about
er, facilitated the investiture
The effectivity of vaccines is common minor reactions that
for an estimated number of reduced as the students grow the immunization may cause
114 scouts. up, explained Ms. Abigail, on the students, what the par-
the DOH nurse who led the ents can do when such situa-
The immunization program implementation in tions occur and lastly, the
program was implemented for school. indications and counter-
all Grade 1 and 7 students in indications of the vaccine.
PFNHS BSP holds overnight school camping
by Jobelle Morato, Grade 10-Rizal teacher and two scouts committee.
Casas was present during the The scouts participated in the
campfire and applauded the challenge valley that caused them
To enhance the scouts and MAPEH
scouting skills and ability of to be dirty in mud. The camp was
teachers for organizing postponed three times before it
Paradisians, the school orga- the event.
nized an overnight school was finally conducted.
camping which was held last The camp was com-
December 2-3, 2016. Crew Tamaraw was
posed of seven stations awarded as the most outstanding
wherein they will be crew of the camp. The camp was
Over 100 senior taught by scout com-
scouts attended the camping, finished by the benediction of the
mittee of various sur- BSP (Boy Scouts of the Philip-
particularly the ones who will vival techniques in case
be trained for the incoming pines) Outfit Adviser, Sir Alvin
18th Bulacan Council Scout Jamboree. Principal Danilo A. of emergency. Each station as Maalac.
accompanied by a MAPEH
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Wastes are waste of timeYES-O

PFNHS goes red for clean-up drive
By Jasmin Jaud & Cedrick Binuya, Grade 8- Sampaguita

PFNHS participated To promote environ- bins. These trash bins are

in the general clean-up drive mental awareness among spread throughout the school.
last October 7, 2016 Every trash can is color-
at 7:30 am 8:30 am coded: yellow for plas-
wherein all students tics, pink for foils and
and teachers worked wrappers, blue for pa-
hand in hand to clean per, black for card-
the school surround- boards and sticks and
ings with the leader- white for Styrofoam.
ship initiatives of the
schools BSP (Boy Engr. Danilo A.
Scout of the Philip- Casas, the school princi-
pines) members. pal, led the oath for the
members of the YES-O
Mayor Artu- club who pledged in
ro Robes organized the said teachers and students, the allegiance to the rules and
project with the help of the schools YES-O club identi- regulations. The school also
student body from each pub- fied a set of rules to be fol- sang a song about our mother
lic school. The purpose of lowed by all students, teach- earth which indicates the
which is to have better and ers and workers in school. truthfulness of their goal.
safer school surroundings The rules include involve the They made a promise not to
conducive to learning. prohibition of trash bins in
classrooms, segregating the
In line with the wastes, and throwing them
citys environmental advoca- only on their designated trash
cies, the YES-O launched its bins / areas. The office shall
new project called Walang reprimand a student in his /
Plastikan At Sipsipan sa Par- her first offense, will be sanc-
adise which enforces the tioned a penalty of Php 500
rule that no plastics must be for the fourth offense and be
used every Friday and imple- put into utter dismissal on
ments a stricter policy on his / her fifth offense.
proper waste management in
school. The litters are
thrown on designated trash

FEATURE Fireflies on the Floor

by Ella Mae I. Importado, Grade 10-Rizal
So, baby, lets just symbiotic relationship be- Moving on,
turn up the lights, and open tween humans and technolo- of course, as Paradise Farms
the door. Oh, I love your rib- gyTechnolympics. National High School became
Hard work must be bon but I need your star way a progressive school, it made
exerted to slowly more. Lets just celebrate till Technolympics is the its steps to join this contest.
reach your goals. were wasted baby, fireflies worlds stage which embraces The Division level Tech-
With this hardwork on the floor. peoples challenges in tech- nolympics was held last No-
translated to nology industry and also their vember 3, 2016 in San Jose
reality, we become Some people hate abilities. It develops peoples National Trade School. It was
blessed to have won being involved in technolo- minds especially their abili- composed of categories such
such prestigious gies. It is due to the fact that ties to give them a very fruit- as: ICT (Information and
competition about technologies nowadays are ful lesson in life that may Communications Technolo-
abilities and now the root of all evil. Yes, help them to pursue gy), home economics, indus-
talents. its in the past that money is entrepreneurship. Its like trial arts and agriculture.
the root of all evil, but now Spongebobs training in flip-
technologies were considered ping patties which is the key
as another root of evil. But to Krusty Crabs success as continue reading on page 5
theres one thing that con- shown in the cartoon series.
nects and gives a beautiful
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LITERARY Page 5

Fireflies on the Floor (continuation) Sweet Nightmare

by Ella Mae I. Importado, Grade 10-Rizal By Janna Samudio, Grade 8-Sampaguita
Paradise Farms Na-
tional High Schools win- Are you afraid of sleeping because of your nightmare? If
ners bagged the following yes, then I think we are different.
awards: Jomar Jerusalem
won 1st place in experi- Nightmares are not always scary. Sometimes, they have
mental fish dish, Yzabelle hidden messages. One can even learn from them and real-
Reonal also won 1st place in
web page design, Angelique ize things that can make him / her more perceptive.
Claro another was a 1st plac- Tik! Tak! Tik! Tak!
er in logo making and Jhake
Irish Dela Cruz won 2nd place derful competition that differs Memories. Nightmares. Theyre in my room, laughing
in computer hardware servic- from Olympics. If Olympics
and talking with me. I thought everything would not end
ing. PFNHS never holds any- uses physical talents, Tech-
thing back when it comes to nolympics uses both mind and but I was wrong. Some left but there are few who stayed.
competition. If its competi- body abilities that will lead you I found myself crying so hard.
tions, the school shows how the to your desired stage because
contest must be won. lifes not as easy as just smil- Tik! Tak! Tik! Tak!
Technolympics is a won- ing. Its like smiling while cut-
ting a bunch of onions. It was It was the worst nightmare I ever had. It kept haunting
all stepping stones that you me, always coming back to my mind, reminding me of
must watch for so you wont
fall on the cold river. Hard everythingbreaking my heart over and over again.
work must be exerted to slowly At first, I became stone-hearted and introvert. I cant
reach your goals. With this
hardwork translated to reality, sleep. But then, even though I was scared, I tried not to
we become blessed to have be. This made me realize something about my nightmare.
won such prestigious competi- And now, here I am, standing fearlessly, facing every
tion about abilities and talents. nightmare that may come on me again.
to be continued on page 6
COLUMN: EAGLES EYES

Shaping You:
A Reaction to the INSET on Corporal Punishment and Positive Discipline
By Ella Mae Importado, Grade 10-Rizal

The street isnt the best course, they respect each other.
place to find some manners so Manners are present, right con-
school is where we go. Me and ducts are made and love is every-
my friends at the table learning where. Just because our teachers
fast and we talk slow. Come over are not related to our bloods
and start up a conversation with doesnt mean we should disre-
us and trust us well give it a spect them. It is hard for them
chance. also to discipline and teach other
peoples child but they didnt
Before, teachers are very surrender because it is their
strict and nerve-wrecking human vowed job.
beings, no exception but pure in-
timidation. But now, things seem We should support each
to turn upside down. Students others backs because thats what
nowadays are way more intimi- families do right? Good behav-
dating than their teachers. Lack of iors and manners are always ad-
respect and discipline are always mired and admiration is the best
present which is a threat to feeling ever. We are the child of
Philippines well-mannered cul- our dear school, PFNHS so lets
ture which is its pride. make her proud.
Maam Liberty Tana, the schools guidance counse-
Schools might be tiring
but it is our second home. What lor discusses about corporal punishment.
does every family member do? Of
 EDITORIAL BOARD

THE PFNHS EXPRESS Editor-in-Chief: Miyaka Rhinoa Delos Reyes

Assistant Editor: Jobelle Morato
Where only facts and News Editor: Dofhney Naiomi Alba
sound thoughts matter... Feature Editor: Ella Mae Importado
Contributors: Jocel Lalican
Cedrick Binuya
Jasmin Jaud
Danica Macayan
Janna May Samudio
Jean Mary Escol
Deejay Moreno
Cassandra Castro
Hannah Gayle Coyoca
School Paper Adviser: Danna Mae T. Yuzon
English Coordinator: Imelda Montes
Principal: Danilo A. Casas
Education Program Supervisor (English): Esperanza Diaz-Cruz
Assistant Schools Division Superintendent: Carmencita Cuenco
Schools Division Superintendent: Germelina H. Pascual

LITERARY Dark Abyss

by Hannah Gayle Coyoca, Grade 11-STEM
Sweet Nightmare (from page 5)
By Janna Samudio, Grade 8-Sampaguita
The darkest abyss is where we fall;
I realize that there was tered. I learned to change We dont see it in their eyes,
nothing to be afraid of. myself because of them. Neither feel it when they speak
Madness disguised, sweet words our demise
Tik! Tak! Tik! Tak! Bad memories are not al-
ways scary. Sometimes, Maybe a fire will blaze at the bottom,
They are in my life, making
they have hidden messages. Giving us light through the endless pit of chaos
memories with me. I
Youll learn from them and Perhaps the fall would warmth the darkness it behold
thought everything would
youll be toughtough Letting it embrace us might revive a promise already destroyed
not end but I was wrong.
enough to face another
Some left but there are few Let our cries turn into a song,
hoard of bad memories,
who stayed. The door Until it echoes and pleases the ears of the heaven above
though sometimes they are
opened widely and many Let our tears turn into gold
sweet.
more entered. I learned to And maybe then, we could buy our way out of this dark hole
laugh and socialize again. I Are you afraid to continue
learned to stand again. The with your life because of It is an abyss that devours all
nightmare made me realize your bad memories? If yes, Honor, substance and health
Delve deeper and youll see a field of scarlet flower
such things. Thanks to we are definitely different.
Innocent to the eyes; hold the heart of the evil we denied
some of my friends who left
I will go get some sleep.
me. Thanks to those who The darkest abyss is where we fall
Good night! Have a sweet
stayed and those who en- Might as well let it devour us all
nightmare!
To the city of ashes where fallen angels reside
Screaming and burning for the sin they denied.