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The Valley I have been Longing to Conquer This 3rd quarter has been a turning point and a timeframe full of realisations; with the passage of the different experiences I have gone through these past months I realised that "The Graduation Walk" is getting closer with every passing minute. In ICT, I learned a plethora of new skills in coding and creating a detailed web design to aid me in upcoming projecjts or activities. Coding and programming have been a core interest in my journey to maximise my potential learnings in this program; I possses a true passion for technologically-related lessons and I plan to use this platform accordingly to extend my knowledge in crevices I have not delved in. I learned that web designing can be a crucial learning point in all other platforms because it offers troubleshooting on a scale I haven't experienced before in the field of technology. This quarter provided me with another challenge in time management - an issue we all conti...

The Progenitor of Filipino Identity: The First Modern Bayani What made José Rizal stand out was how he stirred people’s minds instead of calling for war. When voices across the Philippines were suppressed by colonial control, his learning became a tool - his books, sharp words, quiet bravery cutting through silence. Ideas took root because he spoke plainly about wrongs buried deep in everyday life. Change started not with noise but with clarity, honesty, and in accepting your identity Stories like Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo showed how power was twisted under Spanish rule, especially by corrupt priests and those in charge. Not just pointing at wrongs, they stirred people to see their worth while doubting old wounds passed off as normal. Words on pages became quiet sparks - later turning into louder demands for change, guiding minds who would lead struggles ahead. Freedoms take root where learning grows, Rizal knew. Wakefulness among people keeps liberty alive, he arg...

 Everlasting Traditions: The Glint in the Eyes of the Youth In the Philippines, Christmas is not merely a date on the calendar, it is a season said to last 4 months spanning October to January according to many locals.Known for having the longest holiday season in the world, the Filipino Christmas—or Paskong Pinoy—officially begins with the arrival of the "Ber" months in September. However, its true essence goes far beyond the early carols and the shimmering lights of the parol. At its core, the season is a profound celebration of faith, a time when the spiritual significance of the Nativity takes center stage. This is most vibrantly seen in the Simbang Gabi, a nine-day novena of dawn masses where devotees gather in the cool morning air, fueled by the hope of a blessed year and the scent of freshly steamed puto bumbong and bibingka waiting outside the church doors. But beyond its very rooted religious traditions, I believe another spirit makes Christmas special in the Phil...

    The Values of Amber and Stone: Preserving our Heritage This October, we commemorate the rich heritage, wisdom and resilience of Indigenous Communities nationwide through the National Indigenous Peoples (IP) Month. Anchored on the theme "Weaving Culture, Enriching Future: Empowering Indigenous Communities as Bedrock of Sustainable Development, " this observance recognizes that indigenous cultures are living traditions that continue to shape our identity as a nation. Their stories, languages and practices are key threads in the diverse fabric of our society. As a living example of the theme "Weaving Culture, Enriching Future", Wang Od, the last traditional mambabbatok of the Kalinga people, has devoted her full life to preserving the tradition of indigenous tattooing which was passed down through generations. Through her art, Wang Od continues to reflect the deep cultural knowledge, identity and history of her community which proves that indigenous practices...

 The Barrier Protecting the Future of the Philippines      The Youth are considered the future of the world, not just one nation, not just a region, but the whole expanse of the world. There are various factors in considering the safety of these children, diverse onsets of Filipinos and foreigners alike share the common but ultimate potential to strive, develop, and innovate. In providing children a safe space to thrive and develop, our nation constantly formulates solutions and protection in order to guide the youth - The   National Children’s Month theme, “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!” is just one of the many solutions that our nation offers. Children are the core of the world, the developing backbone that paves the way to a potential brighter future, but the youth are often subject to abuse or harassment not only limited to physical contexts.           Our nation and its constituents ...

A Mark on the History of Ilocos Sur      President Elpidio Quirino is regarded as a great pride of Ilocos Sur to the extent that an honorary day was declared in order to commemorate him. Elpidio Quirino was born in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur on November 16, 1890, he is the third child of Gregoria Rivera and Mariano Quirino. His early education consisted of private and public schools in La Union and Ilocos Sur and continued to persevere under financially stressful conditions. Basing from his biography, it is not inaccurate to infer that he lived a humble life as a Filipino, and as a bigueño.     Before being elected and renowned as the 6th President of the Philippines, he worked as a teacher to support his family and later received his law degree and passed the board examination in 1915. His official career in politics began with his job as a law clerk for the Philippine Commission. He was the representative of Ilocos Sur for a few years in the 1920s and pursued his ...