ENGLISH: KEY TO THE WORLD

A master of the English language does not need to exaggerate; an illiterate almost always does. -Lord Hailsham.

English Language, primary language of the majority. It is also an official or semiofficial language of many countries with a colonial past, such as India, Nigeria, Pakistan, and South Africa. Even in countries where English is not a primary or official language, it is taught as a foreign language and used as the language of technology and diplomacy. This serves as the bridge of communication between different states for we could understand each other. Through this, the interaction between people would be swiftly comprehendible.

                English is a big help in many aspect ways. Also some are planning to venture business in other countries, on tours, and mainly in studies especially on students like me. Since elementary to college, most of the institutes or schools worldwide comprises English as one of their major subject which indicates the importance of English language literature. English is very dominant that it has been used when negotiating with very prominent personalities. With regards to worldwide meeting, the language of English is officially the language being spoken. In English, there will be a bridge of communication and a wire of connection on every state.

Every countries will never experience being reformist and well-appointed because, without the presence of English dialect, things are impossible to happen. Thus we should consider the importance of English language in daily life. 

Equal rights, Equal opportunities

The concept that human beings have inalienable rights and liberties that cannot justly be violated by others or by the state is linked to the history of democracy. As before, Philippines had its freedom after the long years of Martial Law, but luckily we’re still having that democratic system.

Democracy defines as free and equal representation of people; the free and equal right of every person to participate in a system of government, often practiced by electing representatives of the people by the majority of the people. We people have that right; right to speech, walk, dance and everything we desire to do. We have it equally, no matter what is your state in the society, either your rich or poor. Those higher authorities shouldn’t rule our lives because we have equal opportunities. Equal opportunities to do what others can also do.

Although we, people have this kind of liberty, we have the limitation to bear in mind for whatever we do. It is not the grounds for doing things which were not correct and acceptable in the society and in the eyes of God. 

AS THE TIME FADES…

          Second Grading almost done and another era for another moments of life. A tear fell when I’d realized that time moves so swiftly and irrevocably for I am graduating soon. For 4 years in Ilocos Sur National High School, I’d witness different kinds of people…. Classmates…. Teachers….

          In this institution, I’d learned what is life and why did my parents send me here. Mainly, to learn and to have a high-standard of education but for me, there’s a more significant reason why I’m here, it’s to explore, socialized and expound more than what I know. It is a great pleasure that I’d studied here because I’d seen riots, chaos between my classmates but I also felt mutualism only here in ISNHS.

          As a senior high school student, I can’t deny that of course I could judge others on what they are doing, bullying and even making jokes in a hurtful way. And I’d realized that, is it okay? Is it good to hurt the feelings of others?

          I’d get discernment from my mother and from God on how could I seize my struggles against myself and others. I felt guilt and I don’t know what could be its result. My mother told me to change my bad attitudes and say sorry to those whom I’d hurt and I know that it’s also the advice of God and He used my mother as an instrument for me. Many days passed but I’m not still ready. Until the moment comes that it’s the time. Time to say sorry and lending them help whenever they need it.

          I have still a lot of time to show my care and how sincere I am as a student of IV-Marconi year 2013-2014. Being here is a big challenge and take the challenge to be a better and strong person.

SECOND GRADING ENDS

“THE GEMS CANNOT BE POLISHED WITHOUT FRICTION”

Education developed from the human struggle for survival and enlightenment. It may be formal or informal. But where do people foremost educated?

As we know that we first learned in our own homes, our parents serve as our first teachers however it doesn’t end there. As we grow, our parents send us to school to learn more, to know why do people exist in this world and to observe how life mutual to another life. But, who are the people behind these institutions? TEACHERS! JThey serve as our second parents in school. Guide, protector, source of advices in every consequences we’re facing. They shared their love and care their students as their own children. Sometimes, they scolded their students for their mistakes but these instances made them better creation. Our teachers mold us to be BOLDER and the reasons for bearing certified and standardized personalities in our society. 

Patience…. Initiative…. Enthusiasm…. Determination…. Faith…. Humility…. A servant at heart…. These are the keys of our teachers to be worth-emulating teachers. As I said that “gems cannot be polished without friction” that those professionals and we, students can’t be what we are right now for it’s not because to our teachers who wholly give their hearts to serve. I salute you teachers for imparting your life for us that we could seize upon circumstances as instruments with which to work. I really thank you and I pray that all teachers continue their profession in upright and enjoying way in service.

This proves that Americans contribution (education) is one of the greatest contributions we ought to thank of.

UNRAVEL THE CAUSES. BUILD THE SOLUTION. EMPOWER SCIENCE CLUBBERS TO ACTION.

          To the depth of the sea… A melody of glee… Up to the highest sky… Unto the midst of the aisle… Nature is wonderful… relaxing… refreshing… prestigious… support an abundance of life…

          But what had happened? Wherever I go, I saw catastrophes in every corner. But what are the origins for these things? What have you done? What I had done? Are you one of the prime suspects? We use nature in abusive way. We abuse it, aren’t we? Yes we are. We people are the one who’s destroying our own because of greediness; people want to be successful. Mining, illegal logging, dynamite fishing, burning plastics, smokes coming out from vehicles are really improper. World is surrounded by technologies which create good but mostly bad influences. Mother earth doesn’t want and it’s not actually one who create landslides, flood, depletion of ozone layer, climate change, global warming and others but US, we are the origin of these devastating measures.

          Fellow men, I don’t know when would be the end of nature. If we don’t know how to take care and love it, this might be the reason of our going in 6 ft. under the ground. We still have a lot of time to travel, time to walk to change ourselves, to change ourselves in changing the world. Change it for better and for progress.

THE ONE I HOLD ON

In my early times in this world, I testify that there’s one I really admire on. He’s prestigious, perfect, grateful, lovable, astonishing and he has everything.

He is omniscient and His advices really work. No matter how difficult my problem was, He is always there to guide, support and lend me the things I need. I always hurt his heart then I feel ashamed because He never hurt me, instead, He persistently loves me. He is my SUPERHERO in life, He always saves me from mishaps and upset, gives me good health and He is whom I’d share my secrets. He is the best diary. As I talk to him, He never fails to answer, and as he answers, you can feel comfortable and happy for He always listens. Jesus is my BEST FRIEND ever!!! J

No one can beat Him. He is holy and his love never fades. His love is everlasting, eternal… He can be your hero and best friend also. His heart is open for everyone. As I sin and asked forgiveness, He at all times forgive.

*Psalm 37:4 “delight yourself in the Lord and He will give the desires of your heart”

EXPLOIT OUR NATIVE DIALECT FOR A STRONGER INSTRUMENT IN PURSUING THE BRILLIANCE OF OUR COUNTRY

          “Everybody has a right to pronounce foreign names as he chooses” (Winston Churchill). But, is it tolerable to love more the foreign vernaculars than our own? Currently, Filipinos more prefer to use other language for them to be called standardized persons. There’s no such harm in having it, but we must not fail to remember the place where we foremost mould.

          Sa kabila ng pighati’t katagumpayan, may nag-iisang wika na kaakibat ng bawat sangkatauhan at sa pagtahak ng napipintong daan palihis sa kabalukturan. Napaparap ng isang kabataan tulad ko ang atmosperang  lumilibot sa Perlas ng Silanganan na animo’y isang kidlat na kay bilis impluwensyahan ng wikang banyaga ang bawat Pilipino. Katutubong wika na tumitipon sa bawat Pilipino upang magkapit bisig sa pintig ng iisang layunin, ang mapaangat ang bansa. Gaano man karami ang alam na wika ng isang bayan, ang tunay na kaunlaran ay nakasalalay sa tamang paggamit nito, sa kakayahan, tunay na pagkakaisa at disiplina ng lahat ng mga mamamayan nito.

          “The accent of one’s birthplace lingers in the mind and in the heart as it does in one’s speech” (Francois la Rochefoucould). We must not mortify what we have. Let’s ought to be proud that we are Filipinos. Everybody have to clasp one’s hand for stillness, triumphant and brilliant country throughour native language, Wikang Filipino.

Facing the reality...

          As I undergo the journey through the end of the school year, I can’t picture that I’m already 4^th year. Almost four years of being part in ILOCOS SUR NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL. First quarter had finish and in the other hand I am nearly graduating. But, instead of taking fear on the coming graduation, I will just enjoy what’ present… But let me start the things which put me into a better and more wholesome facts and ideas about the world.  

          What I’d learned during the first quarter? I’d learned random things, like English proficiency, manipulating computers by means of internet, deeper words, angles and many more. I know that this learning’s where not only for high school years but also for a lifetime.

          During my previous days in school, I can’t deny the consequences in my studies. No. 1 is the assignments that made me sleep late during nights but I’m not saying that there’s must not have an assignments. It’s just making me feeble. And another was I don’t have a lot of references to refer on during discussions.

But I know, I can do these. Facing again another grading was to be accepted. Facing the reality that I will nearly graduate. 

FIRST GRADING ENDS

P-NOY's fourth SONA

       
           Last July 22, 2013, our president gave his address about what his administration had done for another year in the service. This includes the programs, accomplishments, referendum on the success of his regime and affirmation of his administration's mandate of good governance. His platforms were very helpful like concerning on education and his "Pantawid Pamilya Program" on us, Filipinos.

          I'm in awe of him 'cause he doesn't have piece to glimpse on, seems that he knows all the details in his address. But his intelligence was not the actually one I admired on, it's about his sweats, tears, headaches, hurts, pains and even giving up his love life. in my side, he is an upright person. He almost gives up his life for our country to have a better, progressive and to a right way of living. I know that still many Filipinos don't have the reliance on him, but those criticisms would put us down.

          The Philippines wouldn't ascend if we engage on revolutions against the government. Instead, let's clutch on one's hand having a goal on success, for our economy to rise up and not to obliterate one's image for own fame.

Nutrition Month

“Gutom at Malnutrisyon, Sama-sama nating Wakasan”

    Month of July, month of Nutrition. Every year, each school is celebrating nutrition activities to widen students understanding and knowledge about nourishment. As the students gain certain information, we ought to to employ these things for us to stay physically, mentally, spiritually and intellectually fit.

                At Ilocos Sur National High School, we already started some of the activities. The food fest was one; this activity has tenacity to develop the abilities and skills of students to be a good entrepreneur. And many more activities will arise.

                So as long as there are activities like these, I will join those for enjoyment, happy and non-sense moments and also for experience.

Letter to the President

Mr. President Aquino,

               

              It’s my pleasure and honor to have the prospect that a high being like you would read my letter about my concerns and apprehensions.

                 

              I would like to show my gratitude to you first sir for the mechanisms, programs, platforms, attention and love you’ve giving to our republic and to your countrymen, us. I am pleased that you’re doing all of your great best for our economy to be upgraded. Many schools were being currently established for us to have a worthy and standard education.

               

              But sir, many employees don’t have livelihood for lack of job opportunities. Even though there’s companies/programs open who present jobs, still those were not enough. There’s still many of our fellow were vacant in these days. I hope sir that you would have concern about that issue.

              

              Sir, together with your cabinets, co-workers, assistants and we ordinary people will work together in unison for us to build up a well amended and restored nation. May the blessings and provisions speak and be upon you. 

                Thank you a lot sir. God bless.

                                                                                                       Respectfully yours,

                                                                                                       Diana Rose N. Barte