Sa Lahat ng Sakripisyo at Pagmamahal, Salamat Aking Guro

ni Millean Longno 

Ma’am. Sir. Ito ang bukambibig natin sa araw-araw na halos hindi matapos-tapos hanggang sa ating pagtanda. Sina Ma’am at sir na siyang nagbigay ng mga aralin na baon-baon. Sina Ma’am at sir na humubog sa ating mga kakayahan. Sina Ma’am at sir na nagbigay sa atin ng mga pangaral sa buhay. Sina Ma’am at sir na naging hagdan tungo sa pag-abot sa minimithing pangarap.

Ang salitang 'guro' ay umukit ng kakaibang damdamin sa ating mga puso at tumatak ng kakaibang antas ng paggalang at paghanga. Sila ang tinuturing na pangalawang magulang na nagtuturo sa atin na laging piliing tahakin ang tamang landas sa pamamagitan ng kanilang mga pangaral at paggabay na nagpapaalala sa atin sa kung ano nga ba talaga ang naaayon at nararapat.

Mula pagkabata kung saan kababakasan ng kawalang alam at pagiging inosente hanggang sa kasalukuyan nating kilalagyan kung saan nagkaroon ng muwang sa sitwasyon ng mundong ginagalawan,  ang ating mga guro ang laging nariyan upang ialay ang sarili at ibahagi ang angking kaalaman sa bawat isa sa atin. Maraming pagkakataon sa kanilang buhay na hindi na nila maasikaso ang kanilang sarili matugunan lamang ang mga pangangailangan sa paaralan at magampanan ang propesyong nakatakda.

Sa pag-unlad ng isang bansa, tiyak na malaki ang kontribusyon ng bawat guro. Sabi nga nila, “Teaching is the profession that creates all other professions.” Sila ang puno’t dulo ng lahat ng taong nakatungtong sa kani-kanilang sariling propesyon. Paulit-ulit man kung pakinggan subalit ang katotohanang ito ay mahirap mapasusubalian. Walang doktor na gumagamot sa atin, walang mga enhenyero na gumagawa ng mga gusali, walang piloto na magpapalipad ng eroplano, at iba pang trabaho na siyang nagpapalago sa ekonomiya ng bansa kung walang gurong humulma at humubog sa kanila.

Bilang pangalawang magulang, ang ating mga guro ang maituturing na susi sa ating mga pangarap.  Magulang man natin ang unang tumulong sa atin na mamulat sa mundo at nagsusustento sa ating pang-araw-araw na pangangailangan, ngunit ang ating mga guro ang siyang gumising sa ating natutulog na kakayahan at nagbukas sa ating kaisipan na siya namang naging sandata sa pag-abot sa hinahangad na pangarap. Sila ang mga susi sa bawat pintuan ng ating pansariling kakayahan kung saan nagagawa nating matuklasan at mahubog ang ating mga potensyal nang malaya, malikhain, at buong-buo.

Sa pagdiriwang sa natatanging araw ng ating mga guro, nawa ay maipadama natin ang ating taos-pusong pasasalamat at pagkilala sa lahat ng sakripisyo at pagmamahal na walang pag-aatubiling iginawad nila sa atin.

Mabuhay ang lahat ng GURO sa mundo. Hangad namin ang lahat ng pagpapala at biyaya ng Maykapal ngayon at sa bukas na darating… Mabuhay kayo!

Guhit ni Joshua B. Baquilar

Fearless Moulders

 By Patricia Ann Francisco

 

Teaching profession is no doubt demanding,

Exerted efforts are stretched for learning,

Adequate tasks are time-consuming.

Cogent ways of educating might be depressing, and

Hortative deadlines are absolutely challenging;

Either way, their hard work will be redeemed by

Revitalizing their learners' dreams and

Stimulating them to gleam.

 

Articulate as they may seem,

Rich as they are famed,

Expert as they are named;

 

But behind those aesthetical adjectives,

Repetitive tasks and school works bear them aches,

Ailing their passionate hearts to break.

Valiants in our modern world they are heroes

Educators, teachers, moulders, and mentors, they are called.

Illustrated by: Joshua B. Baquilar

SSC, FLP initiate 2-day leadership training

by Nesde June Sasi

The Supreme Student Council and Future Leaders of the Philippines of Capiz State University – Pontevedra Campus organized the two-day leadership training with the theme Paghanas: Strengthening Leadership Success through Synergy amidst Divisive Society at Capiz State University-Pontevedra, September 13-14.

"Convince your followers, not yourself, not your superior, and not your professor, but your followers that you are worthy of being followed. Always remember that leadership is about growing leaders. Your position is just temporary. Sooner or later, you will be replaced with new leaders thus, you have to walk your talk and serve with passion and commitment and a strong sense of responsibility," Dr. Honey Lee E. Casa, the Campus Administrator, pointed out during her opening remarks.

Participants were randomly divided into seven groups called the unity squads to better develop their leadership and collaboration skills. They were tasked to make their unique cheers and yells and hand-made flags using water-based paints to represent their unity squad.

Meanwhile, Dr. Briddo V. Dorado, retired Professor of CapSU Pontevedra, who served as the first speaker of the training, discussed the parliamentary procedure-- what it is all about, how it is done, the different components, and the execution of its basic classification.

Dr. Harold O. Buenvenida, the second speaker, discussed stress management. He encouraged participants to think in a much deeper sense about how they can handle the pressure being thrown by their respective positions in the different organizations they are connected with.

Mr. John Rey Delos Santos, former FLP president, tackled ‘The 21st Century Leaders Adopting New Normal' on the second day of the training.

The team-building activity highlighted the event. With seven stations, the leadership and team collaboration of each unity squad was tested and strengthened. They have to think critically, plan purposively, and act carefully to surpass and gain the highest points possible for each obstacle.

Participating leaders were able to share their insights and reflections about the two-day leadership training. Their takeaways will serve as their guide to effectively function as student leaders. 

Dr. Aleta Rose A. Onglatco, the Chair of the Office of Student Services, emphasized in her closing remarks that the true essence of leadership is to empower others to become leaders.

Photo courtesy: CapSU Pontevedra SSC Facebook Page

Score - Comics by Bea Farina Paulynne Lugami

 

CapSU Forum conducts Gabay Magulang Journalism Outreach

 By Ma. Angeny Joy Villanueva

A total of 32 parents, whose children belong to the Special Program in Journalism, benefited from the Gabay Magulang: A Journalism Outreach Program in Journalism of CapSU Forum in cooperation with Feliciano Yusay Consing National High School held at President Roxas, Capiz, November 22.

The theme of the said activity was “Home School Learning, Parents Make it Happen” which intends to enhance parents’ awareness of the various programs in journalism and to encourage positive parenting practices that promote and support learning goals at home.

Prof. John Paul Araneta, CapSU Forum Adviser, said in a statement, that the activity is part of the CapSU Forum’s mission which is to deliver free basic services in promoting learning and civic engagement.

“Helping parents on their role as teachers in this time of pandemic makes them feel valued and guided.    Giving them assistance and orienting them of the important roles they play as parents of students who are enrolled in the Special  Program in Journalism will somehow enable them to be confident in the process of guiding and teaching their respective children. ”

On the other hand, Mrs. Ellen Aruba, 38, expressed her gratitude to all the prime movers and sponsors of the said event.

“Gapasalamat gid ako sa oportunidad nga ginhatag sa amon nga mga parents nga mangin part sang sini nga program. Madamo gid ako nahibaluan kag na-realize kon paano ko pa mas matutukan ang akon puya sa pag-eskwela kag matudluan sang maayo.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Grace de Ado, Head Teacher 1 of FYCNHS also expressed her thanks for the support given to the parents and the school.

“Ang Feliciano Yusay Consing National High School ay lubos na nagpapasalamat sa CAPSU lalo na sa pamunuan ng CapSU Forum sa pagpili sa amin bilang recepient ng kanilang outreach program. Isang malaking hakbang ito upang matulungan ang ating mga magulang sa paggabay ng kanilang mga anak sa kanilang pag-aaral lalo na sa panahon ng pandemya. Nakita ko sa mga mata ng ating mga participants ang ligayang hindi kailanman matutumbasan ng pera dahil sa pagkakataong ito nabigyan sila ng pagkakataong makibahagi sa ating gampanin bilang tagapaghatid ng karunungan sa kanilang mga anak.” ”

Each of the parents received school supplies, with free snacks and lunch.

 

OUTREACH: Prof. Andy Dariagan, CF co-adviser, spoke about the role of parents in  learning at home. /Photo Credits: Hermie Palabrica

 

WHEN A TYPHOON COMES, What should We Do?

 by: By Judylon O. Andalicio

The Philippines' first tropical cyclone for this year 2022 brought a tremendous strike to the province of Capiz. Tropical Depression (TD) Agaton (internationally known as Megi) reportedly claimed the lives of 19 individuals— with one still missing, as of writing; forced more than 250,000 residents to evacuate, incurred almost PHP176 million damages to agriculture, PHP500 million to fishery sector, and PHP59 million to infrastructures said PDRRM officer Judy Grace Pelaez. TD Agaton ravaged the province's 16 towns including its capital Roxas city with widespread, massive and perennial floodings—considered the worst experienced in the province in recent memory. But this is never strange, as our country is averagely visited by more or less 20 typhoons per year. Awareness begets safety. Thus, here are what we should consider in times of such wrath of nature:

BEFORE TYPHOON. According to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC), before any storm, the public is advised to store an adequate supply of food and clean water. Prepare foods that need not be cooked. Keep flashlights, candles, and battery-powered radios within easy reach. Examine your house and repair its unstable parts. Always keep yourself updated with the latest weather report. Harvest crops that can be yielded already. Secure domesticated animals in a safe place. For fisher folk, place boats in a safe area. Should you need to evacuate, bring clothes, first aid kit, candles/flashlight, battery-powered radio, food, etc.

DURING TYPHOON. PRC reiterates that amid the storm everyone is advised to stay inside the house. Always keep yourself updated with the latest weather report. If safe drinking water is not available, boil water for at least 20 minutes. Place it in a container with a cover. Keep an eye on lighted candles or gas lamps. Do not wade through floodwaters to avoid being electrocuted, drowned, and contracting diseases. If there is a need to move to an evacuation center, follow these reminders: Evacuate calmly. Close the windows and turn off the main power switch. Put important appliances and belongings on high ground. Avoid the way leading to the river.

AFTER TYPHOON. Before returning home, wait for authorities to announce that it is safe to go back to your area. Keep away from dangers including structures with damages, fallen trees, and damaged power lines. Give way to rescue and emergency teams. Be extra careful when making repairs at home. Before switching the electricity on, make sure there are no wet or submerged outlets or appliances. Beware of dangerous animals such as snakes that may have entered your house. Check for possible breeding places for mosquitoes and remove rainwater.

Narrating these safety tips may sound cliché, yet it is worth nothing than saving the lives of your family. Safety doesn't happen by an accident—it is learned. Realizing the forestation tips may help minimize the untoward impacts of any future storms not only here in Capiz but also in all typhoon-prone areas in the Philippines.

Cartoon courtesy from: Joshua B. Baquilar

 

Tula

 

Nanay Kong Dakila

ni Charlie Mae Esimos

 

Bakit ko siya ikahihiya?

Dahil ba sa buhok niyang nalalagas na

Dahil ba sa siya’y sadyang tumataba na

O dahil sa kanyang balat na nangingitim na?

 

Nilalakad ang kilo-kilometrong palayan

Tinitiis ang tirik na init ng haring araw

Gutom at uhaw man kanyang ipinagpapaliban

Makakita lang ng samo't saring gulay na mapagkakakitaan.

 

Pagod at gutom ma’y patuloy siyang lumalaban

Determinasyon ni ina ay magdamagang umaapas

Tuhod man ay umaalog; mata man ay nandidilim

Pagsisikap niya’y kita sa mga sakong kaniyang pasan-pasan.

 

Iyan ang aking ina, isang hamak na magsasaka,

Ngunit bakit ko nga ba siya ikahihiya?

Kung iyan ang tanging kayang gawin niya

Marangal na trabahong nagpapaaral sa’ming mga anak niya.

 

Maaga mang pumanaw ang aking ama

Hindi namin alintana dahil nariyan si ina;

Handang magsakripisyo’t ibuhos lahat ng makakaya

NANAY kong isang MAGSASAKA, sa amin siya’y tunay na dakila.