Volume XXVINo.1___The Official School Paper of Luis Francisco Elomontary School. Valenzuela City.NCR__ AUGUST. JULY 2023 LFES Gymnasts bag awards in NCR Meet FOR THE LOVE OF MILKTEA PAGE 8 NEWS — Most improved OPINION Register Your SCITECH Super SPORTS Baseball Team PAGES Creek in Metro PAGES SIM! PAGES EINifio PAGE 12 Ranks 2nd LFES Welcomes New Principal Learners attend face-to-face classes By: LORRAINE R CULTURA Birra an eorthqvate oir shoot LGU; LFES hold Quake Drill By: PRINCESS FIONA M. BALGOMA Lutis Francisco Elemen- tary School jointly participat- ‘ed in the National Sinvultane- | FIRST OAY. Grade Six learners of tus Francisco Elementary Schoo! orderly fallin line before the stort of the fist day of face-to-face class omidst pandemic for School Yeor 2022-2023 ous Earthquake Drill (NSED) for the First Quarter of 2023 tis Francisco Elemen- was simultaneously streamed Luis Francisco Elemen- in parmership with the Local tary School (LFES) _ on the Facebook page of Luis tary School implements a Government Unit of Veinte | leamers and staff welcomed Francisco Elementary day in-person class and 2-day Reales, Valenzuela City the First Day of school with School blended learning modatiy. their new school head, During the ceremony The new school princi Ineltiono be Nation | PF-ROUEkD. DeLeon De Deites ee Be pl Dee, eo, te x. De Leon wel teachers, not-teaching staff, serve as the new principal o al Distter Rik Reduction | oa ine feamess, teach. and leaner (0 observe the LTES ater Mis Remedios and Management Council | rs, and staff during the minimum health and safety Santos, EPS-EPP/TLE, and (NDRRMC) Memorandum | conduct of the Flag Raising protocols while inside the the fonner officer-in-charge No.006, s. 2023 Resumption | Ceremony at Wes Gatchali- Sehool premises such a5 wi- resumed to office at /SDO- of Face-to-Face Conduct of | an Covered Cout on Aue dergoing body temperature Valenzuela. Sir De Leon was Nationwide Simultaneous | gust 22. 202: checks and maintaining so- the former principal of Earthquake Drill (NSED) The grade 6 teachers cial distancing. After this, Antonio M. Serapio Elemen- together with the selected teachers guided their leamers tary School (AMSES) before grade 6 leamers led the flag 0 their respective class- he took his oflice at LFES on ceremony which rooms. August 16, 2 Luis Francisco Elementary School (see page 3) saisUNIONBANK supports LFES Adopt-A-School LSENs receive donations By: YRANDZ NATHAN D. GERMAN ‘CHEERFUL GIVERS. Everyone poses with a smile after the turn over ofthe donated school properties of the Union Bank, Head office, Ortigas Pasig City for the LSEN of Lus Francisco Elementary School on February 25, 2023. The Head Office of Union Bank of the Philippines ‘tumed over school properties for Leamers with Special Education Needs (LSEN) of Luis Francis. €o Elementary School on Febri- ary 25. This donations is a part of parmership between two in- stitutions through the Adopt— A School program, The tunover ceremony was led by Ms. Kristine Ubaldo, Earthquake Drill page 1. held the earthquake drill on March 9, 2023 headed by the School Head - Incident Com- ‘mander, Roderick D. De Leon together with the BDRRMC Head of Brgy. Veinte Relaes, Jojo Salto and SDRRMC Heads Ms, Jiezel C. Sagcal and Mr. Rodel E. Luma, “For the safety and well- sistant View President and Head of Treasury Operation Risk Control Department of the Union Bank of the Philip- pines, and received by Dr Roderick de Leon, Prineipal IV of Luis Francisco Elemen tary School, together with Mrs. Ma, Celeste S. Junio, the Social Mobilization and Net- worki Coordinator (SocMob) and Coneepeion G being of the leamers and staff, the School Disaster Risk Reduction and Manage- ment Coordinators in schools worked closely with the Ba- rangay DRRMC for the plan- ning. implementation and monitoring.” the _ Incident Commander — Schoo! Head said. Before the drill tran- <== Santos, — teacher-volunteer Union Bank donated $ bean tables, 15 chiirs, and a print er through the Adopt — A School Program. Adopt ~ A — School Program was ereated to help generate investments and support to education outside the mainstream fimding and the national budget. This program includes supporting spied, there were several related activities conducted by the BDRRMC Head Mr. Jojo Salto with his. team, ‘They visited the leamers in their respective classrooms to demonstrate and remind them of some of the proto- cols during an earthquake drill, With the help of the teachers, learners are famil- iarized with the preventive the school in any of the follow: ing aeas: infrastructure, health and uutition, teaching skills development, computer and sci ence lab equipment, and leaming support. Different el xducational insti and seconda tutions can partner up with pri- vate sectors to raise finds under this program for the develop- of education sector. ‘measures, escape routes and proper actions in the occur rence of calamity. “Frequent practice of these drills will tm into sharpened readiness and re- sponsiveness of the school Jeamers and staff,’ Ms. Jiezel Sagcal, SDRRMC Head said,Most improved creek in Metro Manila Veinte Reales creek ranks 4th By. JADE ANDREWS, CABRERA \wee Reales Creck won 4th Place during the Awarding Ceremony on the ‘Most Improved Estero Award in ‘Metro Manila and Champion in the Sustainability & Partnership ‘Management held on March 23, 2023. It is already the third rela City receives the Most Improved Estera in ‘Metro Manila, ‘The city focused on the rehabilitation and improvement of the Veinte Reales Creck. . ‘The Veinte Reales Creck con. CLEAN-A-CREEK. Brgy. Caplan Pio San Diego receives the award for Barargay Veinle Reales ater it was ranked 4th place Mest Improved Creek held at BMB Amphitheater on March 23 me, Vale nects the Lingmnan Creek and Meycarayan River which dis- charges the water to Manila ters: solid waste management, segregation, cstablishment of nism to sustain the Barangay Bay. Due to modemization and liquid waste management, in- material recovery systems, con- fiquid waste management. To industrialization, the creek lost formal settler families, and ducting ICE campaigns and reg- strengthen the implementation its beauty and cleanliness, With abitat and resources manage- ular cleaning drives. The LGU of these projects, they also the aim of rehabilitating and meat also partcred with DENR NCR conducted follow up cam- restoring the beauty of the ‘The Barangay Solid MEO Northfield Office for the paigns which inciude passing creck, the Local Goverment Waste Management Commit- deployment of “estero rangers” of aiding resolutions and infor- Unit of Veinte Reales led by its te constructed an outline of a and instalment of trash traps ia mation drives within the com- Barangay Captain, Pio “Iojo”D. solid waste management plan Veinte Reales Creek. The LGU munity San Diego Jr, lamched differ- that will id and solve the also ensured that cvery house- ent projects that ensured the waste mavagement problem, hold in the community has ther management of four ofits clus- This includes proper waste own sewage systems, as mecha- The Pillar Staffers Join Exhibition Staters of The Pilar, the gy Wing: Janelle Sophia P. Miiz- official school paper of Luis Francisco erte-Top 3, Photojoumalism; Cyl Elementary School (LFES) partcipat Xyz'S. Sindayen-Top 3, Pagsuat ng ed in the 2023 Joumatsm Extibiton Baitang lsprts and. Lyke Derisse Batch { and Batch 2at Peto L.San- A, Galang, the sole Batch 1 parte tiago Elementary School, Paso de pant who renked Top 2 received a Blas, Valenzuela City on Apri 29 and special award. | [AWARDING CERENONY. Trewern ies nar wih Or Rik 0 De Lan and PAs rcene avers rng umole Averng Geren el at Feo. Saving ES May 13, 2023 respectively and re- The School Paper Advisers ceived awards during the Joursalism — (SPAs) in English and Flipino were ‘Awarding Ceremony on May 20, Mrs. Keren D. Montenegro ard Ms, Institute on March to Apri 2023, June 6, 2028, 202. Salvacion Y. Mones with their AS- dade Cabrera together with Before the Joumatsm ‘Among the Batch 2 winners sistant School Paper Advisers llthe Top 1 winners in each ndividu- Exhibit, the serves aended who ranked op 1-3 in thei categories (ASPAs), Mrs. Lani M. Secet and al category wil be the Division of Batch 1 and Batch 2 2023 Jur were: Jade Andrew S. Cabrra-Top 1, Mrs, Ma, Celeste S. Junio, They Valenzuela representatives tb the nalsm institute, Dr, Roderick D. Editorial Wing; Keisha Cyrile A trained the campus Joumalsts as Regional School Press Conference De Leen, the LFES principal Carles-Top 2, Science and Techrolo- they both atended the Joumalism (RSPC) to be held at Pasig City on gave supporttothem.EERO Pep In TS [Swe Ready or not— Register your SIM! Pp“ Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the Republic Act 11934 or the Subscriber Identity Module Regis- tation Act (SRA). The law signed on October 10, 2¢ ‘urges the people to become responsible in using their SIM cards and to resolve cybercriminal activities such as trolling, hate speech, online disinformation, financial scams, spam text messages and other mobile frauds. ‘The objective of the law is commendable as it aims to protect the consumers against malicious practices. Crimes involving unregistered SIM cards are very rampant nowa- days, Criminals avoid detection and are hard to pin down after doing illegal activities because they did not register any of their personal information. Another laudable act isthe registration of SIM cards under the parent or legal guardian's name for minor con- sumers Although the act poses protection for the consumers, many voiced their concems regarding the confidentiality of the personal information shared to the government and telcos. The concerns infer any act of exploiting the con- sumer’s data in other illegal activities such as profiling flooding of marketing or digital advertisements and even Letter to the EDITOR « c We te Grade Si: earners of LFES iA [Pte a teva, Tayo wl uh plattide othe Cty Goueranent of Valenguela 10 tha farmer Cangsiman Wes Gatcalion ani (the cutont City Weayor for alloting budget for the conn of anathes Malt *Peypte Belle te certer of } ee ee scams = Tow that we hase hesumed Face to efteh two canteculive School years of Listance Modality due to CPVLL-19 pandemic, we are) see ths new progress tr our school. This Hall ab te wenue fot aut uatcud schoo progtans cad 1 We camfarlahly participate and watch the everd eoatte of is ney contiucted couched cout. Tink you sctyruch ed noe powes! | Very truly yours, LGES Grade However, public telecommunications entities assure the consumers that privacy will be fully respected. ‘The SIM card registration extended its deadline until July 25. Let us help the govemment in this endeavor to safeguard every Filipino against the increasing case of online scams. Let 1s look forward how this act leads ws to a safer digital commu- nity EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jace Andrew 5. Cabrera associate eorrorial IN THE@ CHIEF Lonce Abdiel L. Conquilla ng, Yrandz Nathan D. n. Princess Fiona M. Balgomia, EATURE EDITORS Alexc dino, Paula Hillary 8. Vi le SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDITORS Keisha Cyrile A. Cartes, Sophie 10 SPORTS EDITORS Cyril X)z S. Sindayen. tiah Stephen U. Santos CARTOONISTS Akio Jhade Faustino, John Cis PHOTO LAY-OUT ARTISTS Laila Sophia P. Milzarte COPYREADERS |r Nilo Lucio G. Namoc CONTRIBUTORS Aipha Rei @. de Le ‘ona C. Bello, Sydney D. Fojc ila Solu TECHNICAL LAY-OUT MENTORS Keren D. 0. Kimb ‘orios SCHOOL PAPER ADVISERS Salvacion Y. Mones. Karen D. Montenegro. Ma. Celeste 5. Lani M, Saclet SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Roderick D. D: Pho llar fC han D. Lorraine R, Cultu der Geo Barquilla, Xaru Aklah Zyrels. Rivero, Janelle A, Feliciano, Montene Juni LeonTraditional Jeepney Phaseout: Proper Disposal of Garbage, Accept or Reject? DU easter if Ea emcees Climate change is an enviroumental ‘problem not only the Philippines but also the Bl t ‘world is facing nowadays as the changes in weather conditions ‘badly affect the lives of everyone both in rural and urban areas Based on the recent reports over television, climate change affects the global Earth temperature which has an average in- creased by at least 1.1 Degrees Celsius, People experience longer petiod of drought, frequent stom, higher and hotter than average heat conditions and caused various illnesses to others. According to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), lies in our hands the future of our resources, Recycling, restoring. and upeycling may also be alternative way of putting our trashes in an inventive way. Proper garbage disposal is not just an obligation, but also a responsibilty that we share as members of the community. Unfor- ‘tunately, a lot of people are not fully conscious of properly dispos- ing the garbage. Ifnot given proper attention, water supply will be contaminated and will lead to a greater effect, the economy of the Philippines will be in danger Let's help save Mother Earth against climate change. We ‘must do our part and be responsible enough for the proper disposal of garbage. We should exercise the 5Rs of waste seerezation such, ‘as Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair and Regain. ‘As what Jose Rizal, our national hero said, the youth is the hope of our nation. So, we should begin NOW- the proper way of waste segregation to fight against climate change. The govemment’s Public Utility Vehicle (UPV) Modemization Program Which aims to shift from a traditional to the modemized Jeepneys caused a lot of problems among the operators and drivers which urged them fo undergo national transport strike om March 6 to convince the authorities to consider their voices Operators of traditional public jeepneys and mini vans held strikes in different cities in the country to protest against the Public Utility Vehicle Modemization Program. Manibela, a group of public transport led the strike, said that their first day of holding strikes tumed the National Capital Region (NCR). almost like an abandoned city. The leaders and organ ers claimed success, however the Metropolitan Manila Devel- opment Authority (MMDA) disagreed. According to Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) only 10% of Metro Manila routes ware affected and only 5% suffered the effects of national transport strike in the country. Malacaitang mentioned that the strike failed to disturb the normal public transport operations, In addition, they also failed to collect substantial regional support, The main reason operators are protesting is because of the ‘program. which aims to modemize traditional jeepneys and mini ‘vans which is costly and a burden to most operators. There were reports of harassinent against drivers not partie pating in the strike, although itis not only the drivers that were affected but the commuting public as well. Mary ‘who needs to work from her house in San Mateo, Rizal to her 7 workplace ia Quezon City, as to waste 30 migutes get oxide. | (ale UI TSE LADO TTD Teg Some commuters going to Quiapo struggled to get inside a bus | PMCS METER une Pastolero ‘while others counted on ftee shuutle services by local govemn- | FSIMSMASN <{ ment mits, ‘As the time becomes technologically What were these drivers really protesting for? Traditional | advanced, cellular phones have become en y integral part of our daily lives. They become more popular and there are important points to consider about their impact on our society particularly on school children. Cellular phones have both advantages and disadvantages. They ‘can be both usefial and harm to all learners. School learners use cellphones as a tool in studying their les- sons. It is easy for them to understand their lessons while playing it through ouline games like Kaboot aud Mentimeter. Cellphones are tools for communication and of big help especially during last ‘two years of pandemic. However, cellular phones may cause problems among leamers, too. It is dangerous for them when spending too much time play- ing games online that results to poor academic performance. ‘Therefore, itis very important for the parents to extend strict ‘guidance for their children. Use cellular phones intelligently and responsibly. Jeepney is an easy way to commute and the cheapest too. The reason why the government wants to replace jeepneys with e-jeeps is that the traditional ones bring harm. 10 the environ- ment. On the other hand, what is so good about eeeps? The most obvious reason is that it doesn't emit black smoke unlike traditional ones, plus it fearures ow carbon electric technology, Now, we see why the govemment likes e-jeep better. 11 is hard to choose since both have advantages and dis- advantages. The government should indeed Keep the traditional cones, because they have become part of our culture, You ‘wouldn't want to miss experiencing riding a jeepney now. because once itis gone, it s forever gone. So, iff you were one of the operators o drivers out there, ‘would you accept or reject the traditional jeepney phaseow?By: ALPHA REID. DELEON Our elementary schoo! life is a great time for us We meet new friends and teachers in class We even meet some schoolmates in other sections We have wonderful moments and interactions. Teachers prepare and share with us new lessons Inparting brilliant knowledge is their mission In order to achieve quality education And we the new generation to build a better nation. Let's enjoy our school life which is great and fun Good experiences and even with challenges to some Our graduation rites és fast approaching So, let's make our stay here in this school interesting. Our Envitonment, Our Commitment By: SYDNEY D. FAIARDO Environment is our responsibility We must maintain its cleanliness and purity Everyone should help maintain its cleanliness To discipline ourselves and avoid making a mess. Keeping the surroundings clean and green is a must Everyone should be responsible and do it fast, Support “Clean and Green Program” Let's work together hand in hand. Protect Mother Earth against climate change Throw garbage in proper trash bins Practice Proper waste segregation For the progress and safety of our nation. In the environment lies our future So you and I should give concern to nature It will give us life full of contentment Our environment is our commitment. Road Trip to the City of Pines y: AULAILLARY S. VINAS Clean. lovely places. Breathtaking view. That's what you can see while going to the City of Pines-Baguio City. Baguio City is one of our family’s favorite places to visit every time our parents want us to get together. When going to Baguio, you can clearly see the clean roads that have no trashes. The clean roads are always kept clean by the people. They even have different trash cans for different kinds of trashes. People here practice the proper waste segregation, One thing we also love about Baguio is its lovely places and tourist spots that you can see or visit. The lovely cafe, tasty street foods, restaurants and any other places that you can visit ar see while going to Baguio. Baguio City is also surrounded with lovely and kind people who confused with the ways and feel lost along the way. The breathtaking view makes me feel happy and excited at can help you around whenever you are the same time. There are many astonishing trees and mountains which make you feel refresh and happy, We all deserve to take a rest and go on a road trip right? Maybe you can also visit Baguio City so that you can also see the beauty of nature and meet kind folks who can assist you anytime. So what are you waiting for? Go on and visit the City of Pines- Baguio City!Museo Valenzuela. Valenzuela People’s Park, Valenzuela Town, Center. Paraiso ni Baste. These are some of the must see places in Valenzuela City. Let's talk about these places and you will admire more Valenzuela City. ‘The Museo Valenzuela is the first museum established in the city. It features a permanent ex- hibit of memorabilia from Dr. Pio Valenzuela’s life. The also serves as a venue for cultural and artistic events in the city Te Tr Pai es Sec Loving. Caring. Brave. Good. looking. Singer. Dancer. Smart. Responsible. ‘These are the unique words how I describe my biological fa. ther, my Daddy Fernan. My Dad is loving. He wants the best for me, He cooks food for us. He makes sure that he prepares nutritious and delicious food on the table. I feel the love of my fa- ther and I love him so much too. He takes care of us. He always wants the best for us, his family. Dad is very caring, When I once got sick of pneumonia, he was al- ways by my side. He never leaves me until I get well. A Must See Places in Valenzuela City By: AKIAH ZYREL S, PIQUE Valenzuela City People’s Park located in the city center, where the government offices are, provides outdoor leisure ac- tivities to the public. Opened in 2015, it houses an interactive fountain, a children’s park, an area for outdoor group exercises, a giant chess board, gazebos, picnic grounds, and a mini zoo. Valenzuela Town Center is a relatively new development. The new mall is located near Valenzuela People’s Park and offers dining and shopping for Goede on tee Use Re as) Wy Dad, My Hero By: HEATHER FIONA C. BELLO Dad worked as a security guard before and ready to pro- tect his company. 1 always look up my Dad, Daddy looking guy Fernan is a good- Most of our family friends say that I seem to be his locals and visitors alike, Paraiso ni Baste is a public pool and water park located in Ba rangay Canumay. Cottage rentals are available and can accumulate all kinds of guests, from small fam- ilies to large groups. So, what are you waiting for? Let's visit and enjoy roaming around the City of Valenzuela. ieee a ees eases kee twin, We look-a-like. He is a great singer and dancer too. He loves to sing and I used to hear his golden voice when he sang lullaby when I was still a kid. Dad is smart, too. He always see to it that we are doing our home assignments. He assists us answering our homework. He is happy to see my grades getting higher every grading period. He works hard to earn a living for our family. He is a responsible father. He provides us with our daily needs at home and in school. I thank God for giving me a father like him, Daddy Fernan, My Dad, My hero!For the love of mith tea By XARUZNGEL BARON Milk tea also known as bubble tea or boba tea is a popular beverage that originated in Taiwan in the 1980s. Itis a unique drink that combines milk, tea and tapioca pearls. It cre- ates flavorful and enjoyable experience that has invaded dif- {erent countries by storm including Philippines. Milk tea can be made in a variety of ways. To pre- pare one, brew the tea in water, filling the cup to near full, bar approximately | finger. Once the tea has infused, add a splash of milk, often known as a “cloud of milk’. There are no set rules on how much milk you should add to tea, its all down to personal preference and the variety of tea being made. The teas that are not recommended for mixing with milk are: white tea, yellow tea, green tea, oolong tea and Darjeeling black tea. Either be- [cause their light, silky body would disappear with the addition of milk, or because the aromatic idiosyncrasies of more speciality teas would not be appreciated. For flavoured teas, those with sweet (chocolate, cocoa, caramel, creamy.) spicy (vanilla, cin- namon, chai) and spicy ingredients and flavours are the most suitable for dairy or plant milk. The least suitable: floral, fruity (except for berries, which are usually goo), menthol and citrus. ‘The popularity of milk tea paved the way for the [construction of coffeeshop in every corner which holds an op- portunity to be a spot for friends and family to gather together and enjoy drinks together. One thing we know for sure is that tea can be en- joyed in a whole multitude of different ways and that its benefits are obtained by drinking it every day, in any variety or prepara- tion. PHOTONUGERROM FE TRAVEL BLOGGING By: ALEXANDRE GEOFF , BARQUILLA Traveling is the only thing you buy that makes you richer. It can’t only let you discover the world but yourself It provides a sense of journey to adapt new cultures and become more appreciative about it. You can taste different foods, meet different kinds of people, learn new languages, and an opportunity to make dealings and partnerships. You may enjoy life like never before. Putting up your experiences and making good or bad memory of them is by making a travel blog. A travel blogger would write about a place either to provoke or to inspire others to go on a trip. The blog helps other people to plan their own journey, ‘There is no specific standard on writing a travel blog, People who randomly go on a trip may write, Travel blogging makes a big help not only to people planning having a trip, but also help in promoting one city or country to increase return of investment as people talk about their cities, country and their products, thereby in- viting other people from foreign countries to see the place. Ways to DEVELOP Your GOOD STUDY HABITS By: ELLAFRANCESCA |, SALUD Effective leaming starts with acquiring good study habits. Once students develop these habits, they may don’t think how to study anymore, these becomes their life. Here are ways on how to develop good study habits, ‘+ Write down realistic goals, it can be a specific topic from a subject needs to be realized in a day of studying, or a plan goal for the whole year. + Make study time part of your day, have a study zone, = Concentrate and cut-out all kinds of distractions when studying, + You may join a study group with your friends or class- mates, Additional information from others would mean no harm, * Get enough sleep and rest. A fresh body and mind have more potentials to absorb what you are learning. Do not also forget to take short breaks to restore mental energy. «Track your progress. Know if you have effective ways of studying, Successful students have good study h develop them, bits. Work toTHE PILLAR Need to know about SUPER EL NINO By: KEISHA CYRILLE A. CARLOS By, SOPHIE LOUISE 6, DECENA SciTok is a social network| and video platform for experi+ menters. It is a community of scientists to share knowledge on| research and science experi- ‘ments through videos. Doing science experiments follows the process of scientific method. Scientific method is a ‘step-by-step way that is used) to examine observations and] answer questions. It is 2 plan of] ‘the scientists that helps guide| hilippines should pre- re for a prolonged hotter dry season due t0 El Nifio. ‘The Philippine Atmospher- ic, Geophysical and Astronomi- cal Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued EI Nino alert warnings all over the country, as the surface of the ‘ocean indicates higher than normal temperature, According to Dr. Ana Solis, the climate monitoring _PHOTOBY WWW.PHILSTAR.COM their experimentation, and prediction chief of changes in ENSO cycle, its dy- As such, it will greatly affects | ‘The basic steps of scientific PAGASA, El Nifio this year namics and effects agriculture and food security |method involves identifying the can be classified as “Super El ‘The ENSO cycle is divided the most. problem, doing a background| Nilo” for a reason that our into two phases: LaNifla, when As a result, El Niflo causes research, forming a hypothesis country came from La Nita and we experience extreme rainfall too much droughts, threatening |making prediction, conducting ten suddenly it was super hot, and El Nidlo. when we experi- topical cyclones, floods, heat- Jan experiment, analyzing the ‘The El Nifio Southem Oscilla- ence extreme dry spells and waves and an intense danger to results, and finally drawing tion (ENSO) is a weather droughts coral reefs along places with [your conclusions phenomenon witere the =» PAGASA said that the warmer temperatures Even al scientists apply the relationship of the ocean and warm phase of ENSO, El Nit. scientific method. they might the atmosphere are affected. ‘is categorized by unusal Sources not use all the steps. 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N igs cam become diseased nasal secretions, urine and fe- by eating CSF-infected pork ces. Contact with contaminated Nim sees ed Reference: htips://www.woah.org/ewn/disease/elassical-swine fever!0 SCIENCE AND TEC putin it Arcturus: Latest C&VID-19 Variant fhe Department of Heath (DOH) reported that there is anoitier subvariant of Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19). the latest strains of Omicron, XBB 1.16 and also known as dreturus, a fast-growing ver- sion of Omicron, which has Hocen detected in Westem Visae yas, Philippines. COVID-19 XBB 1.16 also Henown as Arcturus, as been spotted in thirty-inree counties india was the first country that nas been detected with JArctunis. This was reported in January and has spread quickly in other nations such as India and Indonesia, Symptoms of Arcturus are similar with other COVID-19 variant. Children may get high HEAL Almost everything that we buy contains plastics that can be a camier of things like bacteria, viruses, and cancerous compounds which can damage our human body. Microplastics are tiny plastic particles less than five millimeters long or about the size of a chili seed. Microplas- ties can be found from differ- ent sources including nylon clothes, polyester plastic offen used in water _ bottles, styrofoam, PVC material, and polypropylene which is often used in plastic packaging. Based on the study conducted with students from ‘Mindanao State University— ligan Institute of Technology. led by Rodolfo Romarate II and guided by Dr. Hernando By: KEISHA CYRLLE A. CARLOS fever, cough and itchy pink eye or conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis includes tearing or watery eyes, redness, swelling, pain or imitation, itching and discharge. Researchers in India have said that conjunctivitis or pink eye is common in the latest subvariant, It was been teported that there are also higher fevers. Doctors and health professionals advice people to visit a doctor if their eyes become inflamed or red and they have other symptoms such as discharge. itching and discomfort. According to DOH, even there have been a slight increases of reports in India Microplastics. <2 PHOTO FROM WNW NBGNEWS.COM Bacosa, PhD, confimed that microplasties have been found floating in the air in Metro Manila. They collected ait from their simulation of the height of an average person to show the risks of regular by- standers like street sweepers, MMDA personnel, and even ‘commuters, According t0 the a : \ —— ADVISORY— PHOTOFRON WMW.GAMORS a and Indonesia, the levels are still much lower compared to the effects of the previous one As more people go out, the Philippines is having an increase in COVID-19 cases. Moreover, the DOH always reminds everyone to continue practicing the health standards and protocols such as wearing of facemasks in public places, ‘frequent handwashing, and observe! physical and social distancing. It is also very important to ensure good airflow, people to! get vaccinated and to take their Dooster shots Reference Ips: wwe usotoday:comistory news eath/2023/04/27eovid variant-arcturus-pink-eve-synptons small but TERRIBLE! 8y: SOPHIE LOUISE G. DECENA study, dominated the number of sus- pended atmospheric miero- plastics (SAMPs), accouating for 88% of the total samples collected. It is very alarming because if we inhaled miicroplastics, our lungs cannot digest it However, there are w ibrous. microplastic” s that we ean do to protect our body. We ean practice WURP. (C)wear mask witen going out; 2)use reusable bags when go- ing shopping; (refuse plastic utensils when ‘buying take-out orders; and practice refiling method instead of buying bottled water. What we don't see can hharm us. Sometimes it's the small things that create the greatest impacts. It's the tiny particles, microplasties, which could possibly bring invisible threat to damage our human ody. ‘Therefore, awareness about ‘@ new concern has reached public: microplastics. Beware of microplasties because they are small but tebe! Source: hups:/iwww gmanetwork com/news/scitech/science/868244/microplastics-are-already-present-in-metro-manila-air-study-confirmsThe Rise of e-Sports By: ALPHA REI Q, DE LEON Online mobile games, such as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and Call of Duly: Mobie, has been a growng iter. est which people folow and has also been the populer games of the youth thase days. Kis engage moc in playing nine games rather than playing outside to the pont that some people even say that these moble games are the modern strat games of the eater gonetaons Some may say that it akeady replaced the tational street games ike Painlero and Molayataya, but others vould say that ts a new form of street games, But are these games enough to replace arto be included nthe category of sports? Sports of all type often clude ‘more than one people and that the res difer on every single sport plyed. The same case apples wih those online moble games, and may even beter: some mobie garnes can be played against computer while some may also be played wth other tends. conected oni to make up a team of fe for 2 round of mebile game. Tht is simar to selecting the first fe players of 2 team in a basketball maich. The rues in online mobie games may deperd con the game modes the players are playing ma raw, a feforal, or a ‘asic lear-versus-team matches, For the stls, te typical sports ‘Also roquie skilful people before haw ing them be a part of a team or 2 game. Some skis may be mental Bhysical or psychokgical m nature The same apples in online motile gaming as mobile gamers also have theic own special sills and. abies whieh they ean use fo have an edge cover their enemes: from hand-eye cooafination to biking their onn strat ‘gies while at the mi of the pay. Another wth i i, order fr @ sporing team to win, a good team ‘must be made, Coosdination ard comity are two things that coaches 8 XYZ XYRIL The previous mayor of the oty, then-Mlayor and now secretary ofthe Department of Socal Welfare and De- velopment Rex Gatchafan made a “mix ‘and match” agproach in deaing the demands of the maintenance of the cultural and historical hertage of the city while allowing the creation of public paiks meant for kisure end physical ‘ctviles, One of its fruts is. the recenty-opened VVaweng Pulb Sports Park. This sports park, funded by the partnership of the local gover’ Unit of Valrzusla and the "Green Green, Green” intative of the Depart ment of Budget and Manager (DBM), is created to make a space for athleics enthusesis in the city and cross its neighboring cies as wel int alenzuela ET Cy ‘8 SINDAYEN The park created is manly for the cbstacle couse racing enthusiasts wih ts diferent obstacies and appa- ratuses 1 cater the needs of the sport The park as bul to cater and keep up with the demands of the modern society while also being able fo maintan the histoncal hentage| sites ofthe city Velenzuela has championed the simutaneous growth of ts histor cal character and the accommenation of the needs of other aspects of ite. The city's dedicaton to enrich cuture through maintaining history le also bulling modern buidings that allow ope to rest, breathe and do active ties wil create a new form of cuture| only the Valenavelanos understana often consider in making a lineup ot their players. For online mabile gars, i so apples as teams often Times do moves or serkes of moves and skis in ther gameplay that show the coordination and chemist ofthe Players, and they also have role to full, too, such asthe top, middle and bottom lanes, the tank, the marksman, the png, and mary mote. In be end, when both 2 sport and an online game end, both teams express sportsmanship and cama. rerio in having a fair and equal ‘game between one another. Wh al tal ad been mentioned, i can be said thatthe tending popularity cof criine mobile games may aso be considered as pat ofthe lamer ori of sporting and wth tha, the idea of e-spots or electron sports becomes the realy WEASEL eed cae By: XYZXYRILL “Small but terible.” ‘This is how anybody would say bout Michael Junior T. Bobier as he performed convincingly inthe Floor Exercise and Vault in the Men's Ar iste Gymnestics (MAG) category during the NCR Meet held at Gym- nastics Association of the Philp- pines, Intamuros on April 2428, 2a. Michael Bebier showcased his ‘gymmasics skils in the foor exer- tise. He pumped hi fist in the air alter sticking his fal landing where he won a bronze medal for wining Individual All Around in Vault and another bronze medal for All Around Individual in Floor Exercise on Apri 24,2023, With such honors that Bobler ‘gave fo the school and showed hs skis at younger age, he deserves @ recognition. He was one of the ath- letes wito was invited by Honorable Jofe San Diego, Brgy. Vente Reales Captain to atlend a Brgy. Flag Rals- ing Ceremony on May 8, 2023 where he was given @ Recognition together ‘wth the other winning atltes in vo a cotter schools in the berangay. Mrs. Viginia Baldomero, MAPEH coortnator and Bobie’s coach ‘accompanied him in the said event ‘Giving such honor to Bare: ‘ay Vente Reales is overuhelm- ing and especialy tb the schoo! herehe is cunenty studying as a rade 2leamer is amazing for his ‘age to perfom such gymnastic sil Bobier is one of the mem- bers of Mens Artistic Gymnastics (MAG), LFES Team, together with gymnast Kian Mslang who float ftom the air ater ding abactuck- hhandspring. and Aledo P. Gacita st. who showed fis skis, foo MAG is composed of ree boys, 7 9 yeas ol, cluster 1 for aged 10- ‘and duster 2for elementary, Bobier and his gymnast team won 4 place in the Team Event. They expressed their grat tude to thelr coach, Mrs. Vingiia (0. Baldomero and other tranor, Gerald Faardo.THE PILLAR Volume XXVINo.1 The Official School Organ of Luis Francisco Elementary School , Valenzuela City, NCR August-July 2023 LFES Gymnasts bag awards in NCR MEET By XYZXYRILLE S. SNDAYEN Once again, a major Sport ing Event has made it way after two consecutive school years of postponement due to pandemic ceased by COVID-19, ‘After months and weeks of ‘waining, constant practice and countless meets, judges watched the gymmasts perform at thei ‘best during the NCR Meet held at Rizal Stadium on April 24-28, 2023. In Men's Artistic Gym- nastics (MAG), LFES Team, ‘gymnast Kian Mislang float ftom the air after doing a backtuck- hhandspring. Michael Junior T. Bobier performed convincingly in the floor Exercise, Vault. He pumped his fist in the air after sticking his final landing. Alfredo P. Gacita Js. showed his skills, too. Bobier and Mislang garmered Bronze Medal and the Team MAG ranked 41h, The gymnasts ‘expressed their gratitude to their conch, Mrs, Virginia 0, Baldomero and_to their trainor, Gerald Fajardo. While in the Rhythmic Gymmastie(RG) Team Event, LFES ranked 4th place, Wafah Casscopeia Del Rosario demon- strated with a ball, 1.45, Maxine Cabanatan performed with a hhoop, 880 last to perform was Fiona Balgomia, 925. Their coach was Mis. Josephine M. Sultan and Julia Ruth M, Sultan as trinor. North District joins Division Meet Baseball Team Wins 2nd Place By: ZIAH STEPHEN U. SANTOS uis Francisco Elemen- tary School (LFES) bat- ted game players both in base- ball and softball for boys and airls represented the North District during the Division Meet held at Bulacan Sports Complex on February 4-5 2023, Baseball and softball ‘games had an advanced game prior to the Division Meet ‘Opening Ceremony on Febru- ary 4 at Bulacan Sports Com ples. On the first day of the game between North District (LFES) against the East Dis- trict, the game resulted to a 12 -10 in favor of the Noth Dis- trict for their 1-0 record. On the other hand, the North District Softball were battling against the South Dis- trict, but it ended with an 11- 13 in favor of South District After the Tunch break, the next game for North Baseball team started good that ended with a 14-8 score by North District Team for their 2-0 win loss. On the 2nd day of the bat- ted games, February 5, was the deciding game if the Baseball ‘Team will advance to the Re- gional Competition as they battled against the Central Dis- trie. Unformately, the te sult was an 11-8 which gave the North District (LFES) team the only fos inthe toumament and done it with 2nd place ‘with 2-1 win loss, and the Cen- tral District rook championship with their 3.0 record