The Genzette 2006 Publication Staff

Editor-In-Chief - Carol E. Calvo
Associate Editor - Joan T. Bechayda
News Editor - Krezeil A. Lacorte
Features Editor - Charmaine M. del Rosario
Sports Editor - Edmund O. Melor
Literary Editor - Randy F. Verdol

Contributing Writers:

Jericho R. Valeza
Jonalyn M. Jazareno
Rey Anne Camille Sarmiento
Vera Paola E. Reyes
Cathyrine C. Lorzano
Fernan Bautista, Jr.
Gerardo Golong
Sarah Jane V. Nedic
Jaime M. Rariza, Jr.

Columnists:

Nicholai B. Tiempo
Mark A. de Jesus

Cartoonist:

Joseph Bryan D. dela Cruz
Froilan M. Olpot, Jr.
Christian P. dela Cruz
John Dave L. David
Marvin S. Ordinario

Print Artist:

MC Leonie G. Rogado

Publication Adviser: Ma. Theda D. Lim
Overall Consultant: Ma. Emilie B. Yumang

Principal III: Salvacion V. David

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A Call For Discipline

Editorial cartoon to be posted soon

Valenzuela City Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian urged all teachers to instill discipline and values to the students who will soon join the working society in the city. He stressed the importance of discipline in transforming Valenzuela into a vibrant place to live in.

How can this transformation be achieved? It is not a task of the mayor alone. All the citizens need to work together to turn this vision into a reality.

Each one plays a vital role in the realization of the vision. It may start with simple things like abiding by the rules and regulations in City Ordinances, and maintaining cleanliness in the community. This will be for the benefit of everybody.

Moreover, the youth sector can take an active part in all the undertakings. Instead of wasting time in unproductive activities, the youth, who are supposed to be the pride of the nation, can take a cue from the actions of the highest local official of the city. Acquiring self-discipline is not an impossible dream. It takes courage and willpower to change.

Let us answer this call for discipline!

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Computer Classes Strengthen TLE Subject

by: Jericho R. Valeza

As a part of the Information Technology (IT) training activities initiated by the Department of Education, computer classes are included in the Technology and Livelihood Education subject this school year. Mr. Eduardo T. Pangan, Jr. takes charge of the class program for the freshmen and for the star section in fourth year.

The computer room on the first floor serves as a laboratory center for IT training program. The computers were donated by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the maximum use of these computers is prioritized by the school administration.

The inclusion of computer subject in the curriculum is a step to prepare public school students to become globally competitive.

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Dental Mission Held at GTDLNHS

A free dental check-up was launched during the Nutrition Month with the participation of the Department of Education Division of Valenzuela Dental Staff. The group was headed by Dr. Zaldy Mariano.

1,034 freshmen benefitted the said mission. The dental health project was a part of the division’s program to encourage health care among the students. After the check-up, the next activity for the next visit will be tooth extractions and temporary fillings.

The coordinators for the said visitation were Mrs. Riza Montalaba and Mrs. Lilibeth Corrales.

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SSC Officers Bare Priorities

To enforce discipline and to protect students’ rights are the top priorities of the elected officers of the Supreme Student Council. Melvin Padrinao, SSC President underscored the need to impose discipline among high school students.

He instructed all the officers to help in the implementation of rules in wearing of proper school uniform and ID. He also said that the organization will also help monitor and evaluate students’ activities in school. “The council serves as the representative of the students in voicing their opinions, suggestions and grievances”, he said.

Several projects have been lined up for the next three months and these include a Cleanliness Drive, Student Conventions and Reading/ Tutorial Services for slow learners.

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Sec. Lapus Orders Study of School Calendar

by: Rey Anne Camille Sarmiento

Department of Education Secretary Jesli Lapus announced last July that he would study the proposal to move the opening of classes from June to September. This means that classes would run from September to March.

The decision to conduct the study was triggered by the series of class suspension due to heavy rains. Even in the absence of typhoons, classes were suspended because of heavy flooding in some areas.

The pros and cons of the proposal would be studied by the department.

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The Genzette Staff Organized

by: Jonalyn M. Jazareno
Carol E. Calvo, IV-Rizal is this year’s Editor-In-Chief of The Genzette Publication Staff.

She topped the test and interview administered by the school paper adviser Mrs. Maria Theda D. Lim. Calvo is also class president of IV-Rizal and a member of the English Club.

Other appointees in the school organ are Joan T. Bechayda as Associate Editor; Krezeil A. Lacorte, News Editor; Charmaine M. Del Rosario, Features Editor; Edmund O. Melor, Sports Editor and Randy F. Verdol, Literary Editor.

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Teachers join Lakbay Aral 2006

As a part of the City Government’s continuous support to the education sector, secondary school teachers were invited to Lakbay Aral at Puerto Azul, Batangas last summer.

Teachers who joined the event were provided with food, transportation and accommodation in the resort.

The said activity was made possible in coordination with the Division of City Schools headed by Dr. Alma Bella O. Bautista, superintendent. It was sponsored by the local school board chaired by Valenzuela City Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian.

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GTDLNHS celebrates Nutrition Month

by: Mark A. de Jesus

General Tiburcio de Leon National High School celebrated the Nutrition Month with the theme “ Kumain ng right, para maging batang bright.”

Several students from the four year levels joined the various activities including poster making contest, slogan making contest and Nutriquiz. Krezeil A. Lacorte from IV-Rizal competed in the poster making contest last July 13 at the Museo ng Valenzuela. She bagged the second place and won a cash prize of P1,000.00.

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School Enrolment Soars

by: Jaime M. Rariza
Enrolment this school year 2006-2007 at Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High School increased with a total of 3,456 enrollees over last year’s 3,334.

1,034 freshmen were noted, the highest among the four year levels, 910 students entered the second year, 754 and 758 for the third and fourth year respectively.

The increase in the number of enrollees was due to the transferees from private schools and also from the provinces.

The school officials decided to accept all the enrollees because of the projected completion of the new school building in Brgy. Gen. T. de Leon, Valenzuela.

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School Principal Attends Seminars Abroad

by: Carol E. Calvo and Krezeil A. Lacorte

As a part of her professional growth in the field of education, General Tiburcio de Leon National High School Principal Salvacion V. David took part in a series of seminars and educational trip in China, Thailand and the United States last May and July, 2006.

Being a Board Member of Pambansang Samahan sa Edukasyon sa Pagpapahalaga (PSEP), she participated in seminar/ workshop on Values Education at Beijing, China last May, 2006.

She also joined in an educational trip in Bangkok, Thailand together with Valenzuela District II elementary and high school principals. The Lakbay Aral was sponsored by Congressman Antonio M. Serapio of District II.

Mrs. David also attended the convention of library administrators and librarians held at New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A.

Team Building at Waterfront, Davao City.

Meanwhile, a team building seminar sponsored by the local government of Valenzuela was held last July 7 at the Waterfront, Davao City.

Mrs. David, principal of this school, joined the group of elementary and secondary schools principals as well as the superintendent during the said occasion.

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School Officials Hold Planning Seminar

by: Carol E. Calvo

Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High School officials headed by Mrs. Salvacion V. David attended a planning seminar held at Villa Cristina Resort in Tanay, Rizal last May 28 to 29.

The group consisted of key officials of the school who chose to stay in one remote, quiet place to be able to concentrate in the formulation of school plans and programs for the school year 2006-2007.

During their overnight stay in the place, the group has come up with the school programs that are now being implemented.

The participants in the said planning were Mrs. Ma. Emilie Yumang, Mrs. Marcosa Baylosis, Mrs. Priscilla de los Santos, Mrs. Lilian Marcelo, Mr. Jumel Reyes, Mrs. Corazon Tanfelix, Mrs. Fe. Valeza, Mrs. Marivic Pangan, Mr. Danilo Yumang, Ms. Lorena General, Mrs. Elizabeth Salvador and Ms. Leonora Jaculbia.

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2006 DepEd-MTAP to Conduct Saturday Training Program

by: Rey Anne Camille Sarmiento

The Mathematics Teachers Association of the Philippines (MTAP) in collaboration with the Department of Education (DepEd) will conduct the Saturday Mathematics program for selected students.

The program aims to allow students to explore Mathematics without the threat of tests and to review the materials used in the subject area last year. It also plans to prepare the students to the Metro Bank sponsored Math Challenge competition.

The program will be conducted on six Saturdays at 8:00 o’clock a.m. to 12:00 o’clock p.m. from July 29 to September 2.

Participants who are included in the activity are from II-Magalang and II-Masunurin under the supervision of
Mr. Rodney Ortiz.

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Mayor WIN Addresses Teachers in General Assembly

City Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian urged the Valenzuela teachers to transform students into better citizens and mold disciplined people through education during the General Assembly last June 2 at the Valenzuela Astrodome.

The mayor stressed the importance of discipline to ensure a vibrant future for Valenzuelaño children.

He also noted that teaching the value of discipline to school children would create not only a peaceful environment but also a clean and progressive community.
The mayor also emphasized the dedication of the administration to address the immediate needs of the city schools. The rehabilitation of old buildings and the construction of new ones have been prioritized and the completion of these projects has been a part of his long range plan to create a globally competitive education sector.

Also witnessed during the gathering was the distribution of school supplies for all the students and materials for faculty members donated by the Valenzuela City Government to the Division of City Schools headed by Superintendent Alma Bella O. Bautista.

Photo Credit: Valenzuela City Official Website

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The Genzette 2006 Issue

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NEWS ARTICLES

Mayor WIN Addresses Teachers in General Assembly

2006 DepEd-MTAP to Conduct Saturday Training Program

School Officials Hold Planning Seminar

School Principal Attends Seminars Abroad

School Enrolment Soars

GTDLNHS celebrates Nutrition Month

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