GALVEZ, ALKIRSTEN LEXIE C.

RICH GOLDEN SHOWER MONTESSORI CENTER

School Department
SY 2020-2021
VALUES 10
WEEK 28: APRIL 26 TO 30, 2021
I. ACTIVITIES

I. Write an essay discussing the question below.

How can man show respect and responsibility towards the environment?

Answer the table below.

ENVIRONMENT WAYS THAT SHOW I CARE
1. trees One of the major issues that our country
faces now is deforestation. Multiple
regions that are prone to flood, faced a
much more complicated situation
whenever there are typhoons. Species of
birds and koalas lost their habitats in
exchange of constructing buildings and
producing papers.
Man can show respect and
responsibility towards trees by, investing in
tree planting every time they take one tree
down. If they are to make a full are of one
forest into a village, they shall
considerately plant more trees in other
places, too.
2. air The air we breathe from trees is
extremely important. However, due to
various of implemented factories, things
like smoke pollute the oxygen. Car
engines, cigarettes, and smoke that
came from burning garbage are also
factors that hinders us to inhale clean air.
Men can show respect and
responsibility towards air by, (if you are
able to purchase) turn your car engine
 into an electric engine, stop or limit
smoking, have a better way of
decomposing garbage and non-reusable
materials from factories.
3. bodies of water From the past years, the bodies of
water in the Philippines decreased its’
living population. This took place because
of fish bombing (before it was illegal),
throwing trash onto oceans or rivers,
spilled oil from factories.
To achieve and maintain a healthy
water environment, us people should be
able to possess self-discipline. We, the
citizens, shall do our parts for the
betterment of our society as well as for the
animals who are residing in the seas.
Animals have a life, too, and we should
respect that. Everyone is held to be
responsible in contributing help because
this water that is currently polluting, is the
same water we use for bathing and
drinking.
4. wild life Animal extinction became a huge
concern before we reached the year
2021. Species who were once thousands
of populations became less than
hundreds, we were -and maybe still are-
too irresponsible to take care of the
environment for them to have a safe place
to live in.
These creatures, either tame or wild
and huge or tiny, were provided for us to
become our own food source, but mainly
to preserve because of their beauty and
design in our world. As much as possible,
humans are to respect their lives to live in
peace and not take their natural
resources from them. We are to
appreciate their uniqueness and not take
their body as a “piece” that adds interior
in our homes.

5. animal pets Individuals that are called as “pet

lovers” were gifted with care for those pets
without home. Animal pets are considered
and recommended as assistance for the
elderly, protection, and entertainment.
Pets are also scientifically proven to ease
anxiety and depression. Now, we can
show responsibility to these adorable pets
by treating them the way they should be.
Provide them with proper shelter, food,
and healthcare. Even pets have the right
not to be killed and used for wrong matters
like product testing and animal abuse. As
guardians, we should present them care
and affection.
6. endangered species Why would we care if such kinds of
species are endangered, right? They are
already short of count! Well, how would we
feel if we humans do not have a billion
population anymore?
Each one of us would probably feel
scared and anxious, especially if you see
people getting killed one by one. To show
respect, hunters should stop killing such
species. I personally do not find any
reason to show everyone a bear’s fur or a
deer’s antlers and boast that I killed for it
even if their kind is decreasing. To be
responsible, zoos should be very mindful
in taking care of them. Are they properly
fed and given shelter? Endangered
species already have limited freedom, so
we should not take away their littlest
chance of having more or even enough
family members.
 RICH GOLDEN SHOWER MONTESSORI CENTER
VALUES 10

Subject Code/Title : Values 10 Lecturer

: Ms. Grace A. Dacumos
Student : GALVEZ, ALKIRSTEN LEXIE C.
Topic : THE ENVIRONMENT: WHY SHOULD I CARE?

I. TITLE:
The Environment: Why should I care?

II. SUMMARY:
III.
Environment pertains to the surrounding or conditions in which a person,
animal, or plant lives.

Pollution is the introduction of harmful materials into the environment. Which

means, that these objects can be anything that can destroy the healthiness of
such environments. Pollutants can also be created by human activity, such as
runoff produced by factories. These materials damage the quality of air, water,
and land.

Types of Pollution:
1. Air Pollution
2. Water Pollution
3. Soil/Land Pollution
Global warming is one of the factors behind climate change. As people who
are residing on Earth, we are held responsible of the changes that
happened, is currently happening, and what will take place in the future.
Reasons why we should care for our environment:
- A clean environment is essential for healthy living.
- Our great-great grandchildren will appreciate it. - It reflects our
character. - This is our home.
Ways to show care to our environment:
- The 3 Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) - Conserve energy.
- Save trees and wildlife.
 - Teach children to save our planet.

IV. ANALYSIS

Let us further examine the Reasons why we should care for our environment.

A clean environment is essential for healthy living. According to Millennium

Development Goals (MDGs) -an agreement made by World Health
Organization- one of their targets is to Ensure Environmental Sustainability.
To achieve this goal, the MDGs implemented events for Cleaner air and
environment specifically for those living in remote places where privileges are
limited.
The future generation will appreciate our actions. If we do not take initiatives
to make our community safe for the citizens right now, how much worse could
it be for the future generation? After hopefully succeeding, our grandchildren
will look back and acknowledge our deeds. And then, we would teach them
the same techniques that our elder taught us. Along with this, we should also
care for our environment because it reflects our character. Are we seen as
responsible human beings? Or is it the opposite? All of us should try to take
a few minutes to reflect on our past actions regarding the preservation of
animals, trees, seas, and others,

Upon analyzing, I was reminded again of the song “Masdan mo ang

Kapaligiran” by Asin. As a kid, I used to perform it on stage together with my
classmates. Nonetheless, I did not fully understand the lyrics of the song.
After the years had passed -and I was surprised that I heard this song again
and had a chance to sing it for this subject- I finally saw the difference of my
understanding before and during my age right now. The song was about
emphasizing the contrast of our environment when the oxygen was healthy to
inhale, low population of endangered species, forest was full of trees. And
now have become less appealing in our eyes and unsafe for the wildlife.

V. CONCLUSION

After gaining knowledge pertaining to factors of why I should care about my

environment, I will do my best to take part even in littlest efforts for the
betterment of our community. There are many options that we can be
members of like, Conserving energy and Save trees, save wildlife, and my
favorite, teach younger ones to save our planet.

“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” A short but powerful quote
from Benjamin Franklin. Environmental Preparedness is one of the most
 helpful projects that our country executed, it carried out strict laws for
maintaining a fit society for us to all live in. The President, together with his
cabinet members implemented the “Boracay clean-up.” Citizens were amazed
by the transformation (as seen in the photos below).

With this lecture, I was inspired to apply it in my life even with the given
situation we are all in right now. Let us be aware of our surroundings. Pick
up
that trash you see laying on the road, be a helping hand to reflect good deeds
for children. Teach them with proper intentionality. Start with teaching them
various types of pollutants and what damage they do to the trees, the air we
breathe, and to the seas.

We can always start again to bring back the beauty that was once given to
us before it is too late. Majestic animals are decreasing, climate is changing,
but with the help of prayer and genuine action plan, there is still hope for our
“dying” Earth to be in good shape. Let me share with you Numbers 35: 33 “Do
not pollute the land where you live, for bloodshed pollutes the land, and no
atonement can be made for the land on which the blood is shed, except by
the blood of the one who shed it.”

This is also a reminder that the Creator provided us with these beautiful
things, but we are only the caretakers, not the owners. We should not pollute
it with irresponsibility and laziness but preserve it with authentic care.

V. Values Integration:
1. What are some things that I currently do that may not contribute to protecting
or conserving the environment?
Honestly speaking, I still use plastic bags that are provided by take-out restaurants and
grocery bags. Although our family have eco-friendly bags for grocery shopping, some
malls and stores still give us plastic bags which led us into using them for food waste,
storage, etc. Besides using plastics, I do no throw garbage improperly.
I also need to improve the practice of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle so that useful
materials would not go into waste. I am grateful for my school for teaching us the 3 Rs
at an early stage as preparatory (before K-12 was implemented). Because of this, I was
able to determine different techniques on what to decompose and what can be used
again. At home, I sometimes forget to switch of lights or unplug wires whenever they
are not in use. But thankfully, I became more aware of these things especially now that
most of us are always inside of our homes.
I also need to improve sharing tips on how to help make our environment clean and
safe with the use of social media. As a student, I can either organize an event and
volunteer in organizations that has a positive effect for preserving natural resources
along with protecting the habitats of animals.

VI. Reflection

1. State reasons if you are

conscious in your duty as
environment steward.

I could state that, as an environment steward in our community, I have

improved to be conscious for my actions that can also contribute help for a clean
and safe air, water, and land.
(1) If we citizens, do it for the Earth. This is our Home. No one else can
take care of mother nature besides us, humans. We are provided
with great animals and wonderful sceneries, so at the same time, it
is our sole responsibility to preserve them as well.

(2) When we practice eco-friendly actions as soon as we learn them.

Not just the infamous 3 Rs, but also volunteering in Clean and Green
organizations and participating gardening activities in our schools.
People can also take part by increasing alertness and sensitivity
internationally. The internet is a big place for us to use. For example,
sharing posts and helping others to open their eyes to what is
happening in the world we live in. Because of this, lots of donations for
the wildlife and environment were made.

(3) If we prioritize preservation more than modernization. These

“changes” are indeed good for enhancing technologies and
equipment. However, numerous of factories have cause air, water,
and soil pollution due to spilled oil, smoke, and more. If we are
conscious in our duties as environment stewards, we must learn to
limit ourselves from using “too much” of our natural sources.