The Genzette: August 2009

The Genzette 2009 Publication Staff

Editor-In-Chief - Fernan Bautista, Jr.

Associate Editor - Vera Paola Reyes

Associate Editor - Harchie Miranda

Managing Editor – Jessica Chica

News Editor - Annaliza Capati

Sports Editor - Rainier Ramilo

Literary Editor - Ma. Marvy Moldez

Writers:

Fatima Valeza

Eymarie Julia Alonzo

Michelle Anne Rabida

Jonalyn delos Reyes

Mervin Atienza

Edmon Maravilla

Arlene Mackey

Cartoonists:

Wilbert So

Vidal Tadiar, Jr.

Jason Salvador

Photo Journalist: Jessica Chica

Publication Adviser: Ma. Theda D. Lim

English Dept. Head III: Ma. Emilie B. Yumang

Principal IV: Salvacion V. David

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Tips to Avoid Dengue Outbreak

Vaccine development

There is no commercially available vaccine for the dengue flavivirus. However, one of the many ongoing vaccine development programs is the Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative which was set up in 2003 with the aim of accelerating the development and introduction of dengue vaccine(s) that are affordable and accessible to poor children in endemic countries. Thai researchers are testing a dengue fever vaccine on 3,000–5,000 human volunteers after having successfully conducted tests on animals and a small group of human volunteers. A number of other vaccine candidates are entering phase I or II testing.

Mosquito control

A field technician looking for larvae in standing water containers during the 1965 Aedes aegypti eradication program in Miami, Florida. In the 1960s, a major effort was made to eradicate the principal urban vector mosquito of dengue and yellow fever viruses, Aedes aegypti, from southeast United States.

Primary prevention of dengue mainly resides in mosquito control. There are two primary methods: larval control and adult mosquito control. In urban areas, Aedes mosquitos breed on water collections in artificial containers such as plastic cups, used tires, broken bottles, flower pots, etc. Periodic draining or removal of artificial containers is the most effective way of reducing the breeding grounds for mosquitos. Larvicide treatment is another effective way to control the vector larvae but the larvicide chosen should be long-lasting and preferably have World Health Organization clearance for use in drinking water. There are some very effective insect growth regulators (IGRs) available which are both safe and long-lasting (e.g. pyriproxyfen). For reducing the adult mosquito load, fogging with insecticide is somewhat effective.

Prevention of mosquito bites is another way of preventing disease. This can be achieved by using insect repellent, mosquito traps or mosquito nets. Once an insect was infected, the bacterium would spread via its eggs to the next generation. A pilot release of infected mosquitoes could begin in Vietnam within three years. If no problems are discovered, a full-scale biological attack against the insects could be launched within five years.

Source: wikipedia.org

Latest Inventions Around the World

Researched by: Harchie Miranda

• Stereo Television- wireless communication technology used for digital television broadcasting

• Rehabilitation Rocking Chair- used in training functional recovery of limbs.

• Diesel Fuel Composition- concerns fuel composition for diesel motors undergone Fischer-Tropsch process func-tions.

• Screw driving Sharpening- flat polygon-shaped base fabricated of a sheet material additionally equipped with rear guides.

• Potatoes Growing Technique- enables reduction of the potatoes growing process labor intensity providing maintenance of water and air regime conditions optimum acquisition before bracing of a biological prosthesis.

• Electric Power Loss Reduction- invention concerns electrical equipment. Method is based on current unbalance factor reduction in three-phase feed line and transformer windings.

• Power source on Fuel Cells- invention concerns electric equipment, particularly devices for chemical energy trans-formation into electrical energy in fuel cells, and can be applied in manufacturing of independent power sour-ces, including in data receiving and processing devices. additive to the nutrition, processing activity of adiposity suppression, represents an extract of the potato painted in purple color- Solatium tuberosum L., cv. Bora valley. The additive is entered into structure of various foodstuffs.
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GTDLNHS Celebrates Nutrition Month

by: Annaliza Capati

Malunggay Festival is given importance to promote student awareness on the nutritious value of the vegetable.

Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High School joined the nationwide celebration of the 35th Nutrition Month with the theme “Wastong Nutris-yon ay Kailangan, Lifestyle Disease ay Iwasan”

The event was high-lighted by a food bazaar that showcased the entrepre-neurial skills of students from different sections. Representatives from each section joined the various activities including Poster Making Contest, Nutriquiz, Food and Vegetable Carving, Malung-gay Festival, Computer Aid-ed Poster Making.

Winners include Crystaline Jade Bobiles, II-Diamond (Poster Making Contest); Maria Rosa J. Cacho, II-Emerald (Nutri-quiz); Marvin F. Mejico, IV-Bonifacio (Food and Vege-table Carving), Lorenzo O. Lorzano Jr., IV-Rizal (Poster Making Computer Aided).

The Closing Program was held on July 31, 2009 at the School Lobby led by the TLE Club Advisers Mrs. Rosalyn Lo, Mrs. Evelyn Pelicano, the TLE Head Teacher Mrs. Corazon Tanfelix and Master Teacher I Mr. Renato Cruz.

Health Bulletin Against AH1N1 Virus Bared

by: Annaliza Capati

The Department of Edu-cation Division of Valenzuela conducted a meeting with school officials regarding the threat of the spread of A-H1N1 virus in the elementary and secondary schools. The meeting was held at Canumay National High School last June 17, 2009.

Dr. Peregrina, the Division Medical Health Officer IV discussed the importance of proper hand washing and personal hygiene in controlling the spread of the virus. She instructed all the school clinicians to prepare a demonstration of the health activities in their respective schools.

“A-H1N1 is a new strain of virus which can be transmitted human to human” Mrs. Riza Montalaba, GTDLNHS clinician disclosed during an interview at the school clinic. “There is no confirmed case of the virus infection in Valenzuela, but we are ready for the scenario” she added. Once a student is tested positive, the clinician will inform the principal and the parents for appropriate diagnosis and the student will be referred to designated centers for treatment - San Lazaro Hospital, Research Institute for Tropical Diseases and Philippine Lung Center.

A-H1N1 is medically referred to as Influenza A (Hemagglutin Type 1, Neuraminidase Type 1). The symptoms of the disease are similar to the ordinary flu such as fever, cough, sore throat and headache. Transmission is in the form of exposure to respiratory infected droplets produced by speaking, sneezing, and coughing.

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Man: Savior of Humanity

First Place: Division Press Conference 2008 Feature Writing Contest

by: Kim Timothy Serrano

The earth has lots of mysteries unfolded by science. We knew that the earth is tilted and it has that long distance from the sun so that it will get enough heat for the day and cold for the night. We also knew that it is not stopping to rotate and revolve. We knew of its envelopes of atmosphere that protect us from harmful rays of the sun, the composition of its gasses perfect for us for breathing, the soothing climates that changes overtime. These incredible facts convinced me that they are divine creations of a Supreme Creator, a Supreme Being that governs all things. For everything there are laws and orders set forth. There are laws decreed on the formation of stars up to the smallest organism on earth.

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What if these laws are broken? The demands of justice will take place and the ends of it must be inevitably answered.

Our earth has rules to follow and we, being the highest race created, were given power to dominate and care over those other species. But the power that was given to us seemed to be abused. Greed for modernization has conquered our hearts. The laws of nature are offended and if a rule is broken then justice will take over the matter.

Earthquakes, tsunamis, heavy storms and soaring heat rise on our time. It seems that we are going to answer the demands of justice. We are the ones who did it, we are the ones to suffer. We should not think that justice will hold its peace and allow us not to be punished. Once an action is done, it cannot be undone. The die is already cast. We should not blame our fathers because they already left us with a dreadful home. What we should do is to stand united until the demands of justice is satisfied.

How? Start to change yourself and keep in mind and heart that you are going to help. Start conserving energy and water on your homes and clean your backyard. We should not think that this will not affect the crisis we are dealing with now. Remember, great things start from little ones.

We are heroes of our generation and are forerunners of the next. Let us leave them with a habitat that is perfect for living, leisure and work. Let us unite and care not only to dominate over these things. Just imagine how wonderful this planet can can be!

Finding and Losing Someone

by: Mrs. Marivic T. Pangan

In a glimpse, I remember a man I never realized would take a big part in my life.

It was 1993 when I started to work as a Secondary School Teacher in Gen. T. De Leon National High School. I met him, a very casual and ordinary looking man. Yet I knew that despite the simple looks, he exuded an aura of a real soldier of education. At first, I thought I couldn't get along well with his types personality. He had a different way of expressing himself and he had a unique manner of encouraging subordinates to beat deadlines. At the end of the day, he accomplished all the tasks that would have taken others longer time to fulfill. He was professionalism personified.

From left: Mr. Eduardo Pangan, Miss Leonora Jaculbia, Fernando Yabut (SGO President), Mrs. Marivic Pangan, Mr. Enrique Labsan and SGO Officers.

As the years went on, unconsciously, I adopted the work ethics I learned from him. His leadership helped me prove my worth in the department. His wish was my command. I took the opportunity of working with an immediate superior who brought out the best in me.

When I heard the news about his death, I shrugged it off in disbelief. It took time before I learned to accept the truth. Yes I know that death is inevitable. But when someone you have worked with for long period of time dies, you feel a certain kind of emptiness.

I pray that wherever he is, may he find the peace and contentment he longs for. May his legacy of professionalism continue to inspire all educators. His words, “Trabaho lang, Marivic, Trabaho lang” will always serve as my guiding path.

Wizards or Vampires?

by: Eymarie Julia A. Alonzo

Since the Twilight Saga had become the newest hit book and movie last year Edward Cullen had become Harry Potter's rival in the hearts of young viewers and readers. Last 2008 the Twilight movie based on Stephanie Meyer's novel had made a record breaking debut, knocking J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter off its chair. On July 2009, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is ready to defend itself as the #1 box office hit. While come November, New Moon, Twilight's sequel will return to show another breath-taking romance-suspense story about Edward and Bella.

Here's a brief sneak peek on the upcoming most awaited teenage movies of the year:

Harry Potter, the boy was having really bad time after the well publicized return of Lord Voldemort. The wizarding world is in panic and the ministry is in a transition period after Cornelius Fudge has resigned. And then again, as the people called Harry the chosen-one, the ministry won't leave him alone. Since now Sirius Black was gone, Harry won't have anyone except Ron, Hermione, and Dumbledore to tell how peculiar Professor Snape (the old potion master and now the new Defense Against The Dark Arts Teacher, to Harry's dismay) and Draco Malfoy(and his constant disappearance in the marauder's map Harry owned.) was acting. And as his first relationship with the girl named Cho Chang, was not successful, Harry found himself hurting to see Ginny (Ron's sister) with someone else. As Harry was having closer ties with Professor Dumbledore, they will find a path to defeat the dark lord by looking from lord Voldemort's past.

With apparition exams, and N.E.W.T's lessons, and another love affair, would Harry Potter be able to save the wizarding world and be the real chosen-one? Or will he find mourning for another death?

On the other hand, the love story of a vampire and a mortal continues in New Moon. After what had happened on the night of Bella's birthday, Edward decided to leave her for her own safety. He wanted to let her go but Bella doesn't want too. Since the night Edward left her, Isabella (Bella) Swan couldn't think the way she normally does. All she dreamed about was Edward, and now he's gone, she doesn't know what to do. Until she found herself moving on and having fun with Jacob Black, Billy Black's son. That's before Jacob had gone weird and joined his tribe mates, Jacob had left Bella alone. Meanwhile, Edward was trying to forget Bella. He had gone to Italy to face the Volturi, the royal family of vampires, and make them kill him, when he thought that Bella was dead.

With the still looming terror of Victoria and her friend Laurent, and not to mention a major heart break, will they find their way to each other again? Or will they go to their own separate ways?

Enrique N. Labsan - 1950-2009

by: Fatima Valeza

“A very good friend, indeed.” This was how Ma'am Emilie B. Yumang, the English Department Head of Gen. T. de Leon National High School described Mr. Enrique M. Labsan. I was tasked to write an article in memory of the head of Science Department who succumbed to sepsis last February 7, 2009.

My encounters with Sir Labsan were very minimal for he was not my teacher. But I saw him monitoring some school activities several times and he used to inspect the cleanliness of the classrooms and corridors. But these incidents were not enough to be able to write an article about him. So, I decided to have an informal conversation with the person closest to him, Ma'am Emilie Yumang.

Laughter filled the air as Mr. Enrique Labsan danced the night away during the JS Prom in 2007. Mrs Emilie Yumang and other faculty members were also at the dance floor.

Sir Labsan was born on May 18, 1950 in La Union. He started his teaching profession at St. Louis College in Baguio City. After a few years, he decided to transfer to Valenzuela Municipal High School in 1985. In 1997, he became a Master Teacher and in 2006, he eventually became the Science Department Head of Gen. T. de Leon National High School.

“He used to be a loner”, Ma'am Yumang narrated in an interview at the Department Head Office at the 4th floor. “Kuya Henry had a very close relationship with his mother and when she died, a part of him was left empty. He started to become a loner. But when he started to join our group (Ma'am Ana Domingo, Sir Yumang), he somehow remembered how to laugh heartily. We had fun together and even when we were working, we would still find little things to laugh about,” Ma'am Yumang continued. She was in a jovial mood when I interviewed her. But she suddenly stopped for a while, and I noticed she was teary eyed. “Its only hard to accept that when he died, we were not at his side because at that time, we were attending a planning session in Cebu together with our School Principal, Mrs. Salvacion David. Kuya Henry was supposed to be with us.” she added.

According to Ma'am Emilie, Sir Labsan was on the process of getting his passport because he wanted to go to Thailand, where his father was. Fate would later tell us that what he was preparing for was a passport to the next life. In spite of the pain and longing that his friends felt in his untimely death, Sir Labsan shall forever remain in the hearts of Ma'am Emilie, Ma'am Ana, Sir Danny and Ma'am Paz (Agustin) who calls him “my long lost friend”. “Parang nandiyan lang siya”, his friends always say.

True enough, his memo-ries will be remembered not only by his friends, but also by the teachers and students of Gen. T. de Leon National High School.

“Sir Labsan, may the force be with you as you embark on another journey – The After Life” .

“Love is stronger than death even though it can't stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love. It can't take away our memories either. In the end, life is stronger than death.” - Anonymous

The Right Angle 2009

Parent's Love: Open 24 Hours

by: Fernan Bautista, Jr.

When was the last time you said “I love you” to your parents? If you can't even recall, then, this column is for you.

Since the opening of classes last June, we have been doing so many things and our minds have been preoccupied with projects to make, assignments to do and school activities to attend to. When we go home, our eyes are glued to the television or computer. With this everyday scenario, our parents start to feel that we are slowly becoming strangers in our homes. We only see them when we need our allowances or when we need a new pair of shoes.

Sometimes, teenagers like us need to look at the world in a different way. If we were on our parents' shoes, how would it feel? When they become too busy with work, we criticize them for not being there when we need them most. But aren't we busy with school and personal affairs too? How much time do we spend with our friends and classmates? On weekends, are we excited to bond with our parents at home or do we look forward to be with our friends at the mall?

It is never too late to transform ourselves into better sons and daughters. Remember the lies, the disrespect and the pains we have given them? Parents forget all these when we learn to accept our mistakes and show them how much we appreciate their love.

If saying “I love you” gives you goose bumps, then try to do it with action. Anyway, a wise man once said, “Action speaks louder than words.” In whatever form, in whatever manner, let's show them that we care. Parents' love is unconditional and it's open 24 hours.

Converging Point

- Random Drug Testing: An Initial Pill -

by: Harchie Miranda

The flu virus scare has taken the limelight for quite some time. Information drive has been carried out by the Department of Health and somehow, the panic has dwindled and people have gone back to their everyday struggle of making a living. Now, the spotlight is back on the drug trade. The shabu tiangge operator has been found guilty by the court of law.

The news reminded me of the random drug test in schools administered last school year. Critics lambasted the program of the Department of Education stating that it wouldn't accomplish anything. It would even be a violation of human rights. Then, the officials announced on national television that those who were found positive would be properly guided and treated.

After all the media hype, what happened to the program? Drug addiction remains to be a menace in the society. The random test was like a painkiller but after it was administered, we haven't heard of any follow up reports. We were made to believe that the days of drug users were numbered since the government considered the eradication of the drug problem its top priority. What's the real score now? Those who were tested positive, were they able to get the help they needed? How about the rest of the student population who remained untested? We still “feel” that there are many drug abusers around and they need all the help we can give.

What can we do in our own little way? Vigilance may be the answer. Drug abusers in schools have advisers and counselors who can help them. They have classmates who know what they're doing. Since the root of the problem may be caused by different factors, the battle maybe difficult to win but it's a challenge we have to face. Classmates may encourage the drug users to join activities that will keep them busy such as sports, club memberships, and other extra-curricular activities.

Drug addiction is worse than a virus that destroys the body. It destroys the very soul of the society. The government cannot do it alone. An initial pill has been given, let's try to provide booster shots.

Student’s Sanctuary

- Code Name: DISCIPLINE -

by: Eymarie Julia Alonzo

Discipline. The virtue plays an important role in our lives. As students, and citizens, we must observe discipline everywhere and everyday. We must learn to follow the rules and to know the difference between what we want to do and what we have to do.

Being disciplined is far more difficult than any subject we take up in school. Do we practice discipline in our lives? This is our usual problem; we don't realize its importance. For example, some students will go to school carrying only their “kikay kits” or the boys will enter the school premises wearing skinny pants which is a big “no, no” to our school rules. Some also cut classes just for fun. There are even some students who smoke and take illegal drugs outside the campus. As a result, they have low performance in their classes and they tend to concentrate on their studies.

Here in school, we are trained to become responsible people who know the difference between right and wrong. We are expected to follow the rules and regulations. When we become adults, discipline will be like an automatic gadget in our minds that will switch on when the situation calls for it.

Changing an attitude is always difficult at the start. If coming to school late is one of your habits, it will take a strong will power to control it. Remember, “Early to bed, early to rise makes a teenager happy and wise” or something to that effect. Start facing a mirror and tell yourself, “I'm prettier without make- up.” The extra money you spend for eye shadows and liners will mean extra food during recess or an extra ball pen and other school needs. Again, the word is WILLPOWER.

Being a teenager is not all fun. It also means responsibility. The next morning you wake up; try to make this affirmation, “I am a wonderful person because I have self-discipline.” BOW.

When the Scare is Over

The Department of Health (DOH) has said its piece. The school officials have done their part. Proper hand washing has been demonstrated, information leaflets have been distributed and health reminders have been discussed everywhere. What else can be done?

When the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the pandemic status of the dreaded virus, the first reaction which was quite understandable was fear. Masks became the “in” thing. The demand for Vitamin C supplements skyrocketed to unbelievable proportion. But after sometime, there seems to be a lull in the way people take the news about the virus.

The A (H1N1) virus scare has subsided, but it is not a reason to be complacent. What we are dealing with is a virus that has the ability to mutate and the next strain may be more dangerous. All the health bulletins are already disseminated and school health officers are well-equipped with knowledge n handling cases but prevention lies on the hands of students themselves.

We can help in eradicating this problem by our continuous health awareness because the solution lies from each individual's preparedness. Just like the soldiers who are always ready for battle, the students can lead healthy lives and can become active participants in facing the challenge brought about by the virus.

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A Note Of Gratitude

It is heartening to see the spontaneous local government response to address the needs of the public elementary and secondary schools in our city. Through the Local School Board, chaired by Hon. Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian, the construction of another school building of Gen. T. de Leon National High School was realized. We are fortunate to have an official who has shown enormous commitment and dedication to equip us with quality education at par with global standards. We have a committed public servant whose major concern is to globalize education for a competitive Vibrant City.

We take this rare opportunity to commend and thank all the people behind the Local School Board who have never ceased finding ways and means to support the education of our youth.

We have to do our humble share through a pledge to do our best in our studies. In this way, all the efforts of our city government and school officials will not be in vain. We can show our appreciation by making a firm decision to be the best we can be.

School Joins Nationwide “Brigada Eskwela”

by: Mervin F. Atienza

In preparation for the school year 2009-2010, Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High School joined the nationwide “Brigada Eskwela” for the National Schools Maintenance Week Program from May 18 to 22, 2009.

The event kicked off with an assembly of school admi-nistrators, teachers, parents, students, and community members at the school campus.

The activity was a school level improvement project with maximum community members' participation and it's one of the features of the Schools First Initiative (SFI), a government strategy for the improvement of basic education.

Classrooms and the whole school ground were cleaned, broken chairs were repaired and minor decorations were provided by volunteers.

Vera Paola Reyes, the Supreme Student Government President, headed the activity initiated by the Department of Education.

Leadership Training Held in GTDLNHS

by: Michelle Ann Rabida / Edmon Maravilla

The Supreme Student Government (SSG) of Gen. Tibur-cio de Leon National High School in coordination with the People's Alternative Studies Center for Research and Education in Social Development (PASCRES) conducted a Youth Leadership Seminar / Workshop last July 11 and 18, 2009 at the school campus.

The objective of the acti-vity was to train the student leaders in handling the responsibilities in their respective assignments. It also aimed to teach inculcation of the values that the student leaders need to community development.

It understand their roles in also offered challenging insights on self-improvement and self-awareness.

The guest speaker, Mr. Bhojie Mejila discussed the present situation of the Filipino youth. He stressed the role of the student leaders in helping all the sectors of the society.

A mind opener was also provided by Mr. Boy Nuerras when he discussed Climate Change and Global Warming. Mr. Jumel M. Reyes, the SSG Adviser supervised the whole affair with the able support of all the officers of the organization.

Red Cross Conducts Cleaning Program

by: Marvy Moldez / Jessica Chica

The Philippine National Red Cross Valenzuela Chapter organized a cleaning program last June 29, 2009 from 8 to 10 am in Gen. T. de Leon, Valezuela City.

With the theme “Bayanihan, Kalinisan, Kalusugan”, the participants assembled at the school campus in coordination with the Supreme Student Go-vernment. The group proceeded to the Gen. T. de Leon Barangay Hall and started the Cleanliness Drive with the able support of Barangay Captain Rizalino “Bong” Ferrer.

The series of activities organized by the PNRC aim to encourage the community members to take active part in the Valenzuela Wide Cleanliness Awareness Program.

Mr. Renato Cabanganan supervised the whole activity with the support of the Supreme Student Government adviser, Mr. Jumel Reyes and the MAPEH Department Head, Mr. Danilo Yumang.

Gawad Dr. Pio Valenzuela Highlights Valenzuela Day Celebration

• COMMUNITY NEWS •

by: Annaliza Capati

To commemorate the invaluable sacrifice, gallantry and dedication of Dr. Pio Valenzuela, for whom the city is named after, the local government acknowledged the twelve outstanding awardees during the celebration of the 140th birth anniversary of the hero last July 11, 2009 at Valenzuela City Center for Performing Arts Theater.

The ceremony honored outstanding Valenzuelanos who excelled in different fields. Awardees include Arnel S. Banas for his excellence in government service; Irene S. de Castro for Education, Florencia A. Miranda for Community Service; Simon B. Rodriguez for Youth; Antonio M. Bernardo for Science and Technology; Rowell Joseph Santiago for Visual and Performing Arts; Arturo E. Valenzuela for Professional, Virgilio M. Abarientos for Sports, Sagrario C. Uy for Business, Marc Logan for Journalism, Romualdo A. Cunanan for the Mayor Win Gatchalian Leadership Award and Mr. and Mrs. Pablo Mendoza for Family of the Year. A Posthumous Award was given to Juliet O. Santos .

Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan was the guest of honor during the awarding ceremonies and he congratulated the honorees and organizers for the success of the program.

Photo Credit: Valenzuela City Official Website

GTDLNHS Stages Earthquake Drill

by: Jessica Chica

In observance of the National Disaster Consciousness Month, Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High School in cooperation with the Valenzuela Fire Marshals and Valenzuela Action Center conducted an earthquake drill last July 23, 2009.

The activity was made possible in coordination with the school administration and the Supreme Student Government.

In spite of the fact that the new school building was carefully planned and well built, the drill still aimed to provide a scenario that would prepare the students in ern and Central Luzon.

A nationwide simultaneous Earthquake Drill for all elementary and secondary schools was time of emergency.

The Philippines being si-tuated in the so called “Pacific Ring of Fire” has experienced several earthquakes for the past years.

The last devastative earth-quake that happened on July 1990 brought extreme damage to North- originally scheduled on July 17 and Dalandanan National High School was tasked to showcase the activity. It was rescheduled due to the suspension of classes on that date. The National Local and Division Disaster Coordinating Council monitored the said drill.

Reyes is Supreme Student Government President

by: Harchie Miranda

“Constant effort binds the organization together”, Vera Paola Reyes, the new Supreme Student Government (SSG) President told the Genzette staff during an interview at the school library.

She stressed the importance of the protection of the student's rights. She instructed all the other officers to monitor the cleanliness of the classrooms and corridors espe-cially during recess time. She also assigned groups to help in the implementation of rules formed by the governing body. She further stressed the responsibilities of the students to their community and their much needed participation in the projects of the local Arts Training and a Cleanliness Drive in Barangay Gen. T. de Leon. Several projects are still lined up for the whole government.

The SSG had already con-ducted some activities such as Brigada Eskwela, General As-sembly of Student Leaders, Leadership Seminar and Work-shop, Martial year and these include the Lakbay-Aral, Anti-Drug Abuse Seminar, Anti-Smoking Campaign and activities for the School Foundation Day. Reyes said that all these projects are not merely for recreation but for the enhancement of the students' skills and for the strengthening of the values of hard work, dedication and responsibility.

Mr. Jumel L. Reyes serves as the Supreme Student Govern-ment adviser with the support of the Social Studies Department Head, Mrs. Lilian Marcelo.

Enrolment Soars

by: Harchie Miranda

Enrolment this school year 2009-2010 in Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High school increased by 1.87% over last year.

This year's enrolment totals 4,652 as compared to last year's 4,565. There is a significant increase in the number of new students, the freshmen which has a total of 1,581. The second year, on the other hand, totals 1,187; third year is 1053 while the fourth year level has an enrolment of 831.

The growing number of the student population is brought by some factors such as migration of families whose breadwinners work in the city. Another contributory factor is the increase of the number of transferees from privates schools.

GTDLNHS Principal Chosen as NEAP Facilitator on BCSBM

by: Fatima Valeza

Mrs. Salvacion V. David, principal of Gen. Tiburcio de Leon National High School has been chosen as one of the facilitators in the Basic Course on School Based Management (BCSBM) sponsored by the National Education Academy of the Philippines (NEAP).Mrs. David joins the NEAP training group tasked to facilitate in the Induction Program on Basic Course on School Based Management for the passers in the 2008 Qualifying Examination for Principals.

The series of training is being conducted by clusters in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

She noted that the seminar was only the beginning of a series of program of activities initiated by the Department of Education. School Based Management (SBM) or what is otherwise known as Decen-tralized Management Strategy aims to improve schools with the leadership of principals.

Dr. Flordeliza Mayari Heads Valenzuela Division of City Schools

by: Vera Paola E. Reyes

Dr. Flordeliza R. Mayari is the new Schools Division Superintendent of Valenzuela City.

Dr. Mayari was the former Superintendent of the Division of Marikina City where she served for about a decade. She replaced Dr. Joel T. San Luis who is now assigned at the Division of Parañaque City.

Dr. Mayari was instrumental in making the Division of Marikina rose to greater heights. It was also in that division were she received various awards and recognitions. She was named “Gawad Lider” awardee for leadership for her groundbreaking efforts to reach the general public and educate them on Science and Technology through her radio segment “Bago ‘Yan, Ah!” over DZMM. She has volunteered her free time to co-host the radio program for the last 11 years which showcases the talents students in investigative Science projects.

Dr. Mayari started as a classroom teacher in 1969 then she climbed the ladder of success by becoming principal, regional Science supervisor all the way up as the assistant chief of Elementary Education Division DECS-NCR, until her present position today.

Her other awards include 2007 outstanding Local Scout Commissioner, 2004 National Award Science Specialist of the Philippine Normal University, 2003 Department of Education Outstanding Public Official, 2003 Presidential Lingkod ng Bayan Awardee. Dr. Mayari also authored Science books from kinder to grade six. She got involved first in “Sineskwela” of ABS-CBN Foundation as editor and imple-mentor of the show before joining the radio program “Bago ‘Yan, Ah!” in 1996.

Apart from all these, she has also been a recipient of various international scholarships and travel grants mostly in South East Asian countries such as Hongkong, China, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. She also attended the 2007 World Council for Curriculum and Instruction North American Chapter Conference in Massachusetts, USA.

Additional School Building for GTDLNHS Nears Completion

by: Fernan Bautista, Jr.

A new four-storey, 28 class-room building being constructed in this school is expected to be completed before the second semester, this year.

This additional building is funded by the Special Education Fund of Valenzuela City through the initiative of Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian. This is in response to the increasing population of this school.

In addition to the 39 class-room – main building which has been fully functional in 2007, the new building rises at the 3,244 sq. meter lot adjacent to the school covered court. It has 28 class-rooms, two comfort rooms in every floor and a faculty room.

At present, the first and second floors are being used by the third and fourth year students both in the morning and afternoon sessions.

In an interview with Mr. Dan Wright, the construction foreman, he disclosed that the original budget of twenty five million, six hundred nineteen thousand, nine hundred and sixteen pesos (P25,619,916.00) was raised to almost 46 million pesos to aug-ment the construction and the finishing of the two remaining floors of the new building. He also noted that the target date of completion is November this year.

The building project is made possible with the help of the Local School Board which is chaired by Valenzuela City Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian. This endeavor will finally end the perennial problem of overcrowding in classrooms.