Volume 2 of 2 ● The Official Newsletter of Wesleyan College of Manila ● Unity of Piety and Learning ● November - June 2020

WCM embraces PMAP Partners with WCM

By Ma. Lurena Eting

Last November 21,2019, Dr. Florita Miranda -

School President, Mr, Vladimir Miranda - OSCA,

‘New Normal’
Mr. Joy Puno - Academic Coordinator, and Mr.
Febwin Villaceran - Research Director attended
the orientation program for its partnership with
the Philippine Management Association of the
Philippines (PMAP). The application of Wesleyan
By Ma. Daryl Sabareza College of Manila WCM for corporate
membership has been approved by the Board of
Trustees during their meeting. The certificate of
As early as January, while COVID-19 was rapidly spreading across the world, membership was awarded at the formal induction
ceremony during the 651st General Membership
Wesleyan College of Manila immediately implemented safety precautions such as Meeting last November 27,2019 at the Mayuree
wearing mask inside the school premises, checking body temperature, and spray- Ballroom I, Dusit Thani Manila, Makati City.
ing alcohol on hands upon entering. Everyone was constantly advised to wash
their hands and reminded of the symptoms and safety precautions to prevent the
virus from spreading.

WCM is continuously helping COVID-19 frontliners such as the doctors and staff
of University of Santo Tomas Hospital, De La Salle University, and Adventist
Medical Center in the form of masks and other toiletries. The school continues to
reach out to the communities of Barangay 719, 33 and 34.

Due to the pandemic, schools have been closed, and as the school year 2020-2021
opens WCM will continue to provide classes with its New Normal of Learning. Hence, there are three modes of learning,
Option A: Purely Offline or for students who do not have computer or no Internet access. Option B: Mixed, for students who
have computers or other gadgets but no Internet access. Modules and other resource material are provided in digitalized
copies. And, Option C: Purely Online, for students with computers or other gadgets and stable Internet access. Modules and
other resource material are provided online. Class meetings are done in virtual classes via Google Meet. Actual books will be
provided for all options, and classes will open on August 24, 2020

WHAT’S INSIDE TAAL ERUPTION

On January 12, 2020, Luzon was
CHRISTMAS devastated by the phreatic eruptions of HUMANS OF WESLEYAN
IN WCM the Taal Volcano in Batangas. PAGE 2 Featured interviews and
Toy for Totoy stories with 2 of WCM’s pride
program, benefit CONGRATULATIONS members. PAGE 6
concert, and GRADUATES BATCH 2020
giving of Noche WCM congratulates the graduates of UP-YEC COMPETITION
Buena food packs Batch 2020. PAGE 3 Wesleyanians makes it to Top
were conducted. 5 Finalists in UP-CE
PAGE 2 competition against UP and
EDITORIAL
“Dear Graduating Class of 2020” a DLSU teams. PAGE 7
letter dedicated to graduates from
Euclid Quemada. PAGE 5
2 NEWS
Christmas in WCM
By Jenella Facun, Anna Mariel Jardin,
Enoah Haley Nicolas

Last December 16, 2019 Wesleyan

College of Manila once again celebrated
the Toy for Totoy program in the school
gymnasium. WCM conducts this program
yearly in December in the hopes of
teaching generosity and selflessness to its
community. As part of the program, the
school participates in giving toys, food
and games for the kids in the community.
This year, WCM catered to 200 kids from
Barangays 33, 17, and 719, with the help
of students, parents, and faculty staff who
supported the said program. Special
thanks to the Masonic Academician
Club and Mr. Joy Puno for providing the
food for the kids.
*****
A benefit concert was conducted by the
Parent-Teachers Association and faculty
JA Philippines staff last December 14, 2019 at the Wesleyan College of Manila. The fundraiser
By Anna Mariel Jardin did not only showcase the talent and skills of the students but it aided in the
Last February 7, 2020, Wesleyan College of funds for the improvement of the facilities of WCM for the year 2020.
Manila partnered with Junior Achievement
Philippines (JAP) in a meeting that centered on *****
Strategic Planning and Development. In
partnership with the education and business Last December 11, 2019, Typhoon Tisoy made landfall in some areas of the
communities, JAP is transforming the student Philippines. Parents, students and staff of Wesleyan College of Manila, with the
experience by bringing relevance, authenticity help of Philippine Red Cross, donated Noche Buena food packs to the victims
and application into everyday learning to energize
students around academics and their future of Typhoon Tisoy. They also worked hand in hand in repacking. 116 total Noche
possibilities. Buena food packs were distributed. It is truly a blessing when people work
together and help each other. Sharing is caring Wesleyanians. God bless you and
all of us!

TechTalk ’20 at LPU

By Roselyn Delima

With the theme, “Current Trends in Information

Technology in the 4th Industrial Revolution”,
chosen Senior High School Students attended a
seminar at JPL Hall of Freedom, Lyceum of the
Philippines University - Manila Campus last
February 26, 2020. Mr. Arvin Santos Buendia,
guest speaker and former LPU professor,
discussed the evolution of the industrial ages
from 1.0 to 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT).

WCM extends help to Taal Volcano

eruption victims
By Jenella Facun

O
n January 12, 2020, Luzon was devastated by the phreatic eruptions of the
Taal Volcano in Batangas after being inactive for the past 42 years. Calabarzon, Metro Manila, and parts of Central Luzon and
Ilocos Region suffered from the ashfall that came from the volcano which resulted in suspension of classes, work, and flights.

Many families were affected by the disaster that’s why many private sectors offered help to the victims. The Wesleyan College
of Manila also took action to help the affected families. The school distributed relief goods, blankets and clothes for the
families with the help of the Philippine Red Cross.

UP NEXT “Congratulations Graduates Batch 2020”

 Congratulations!
Graduates Batch 2020
- Jedarlyn Peroso -
The 23rd Commencement Exercises with the theme “Sulong EduKalidad: Championing the Nation’s
Future” was scheduled to be held on April 4, 2020, Saturday in the Wesleyan College of Manila
Auditorium. However, due to the CoVid-19 pandemic, WCM decided to discontinue the event in
accordance to the recommendation of DepEd Secretary Leonor Briones to not hold graduation
ceremonies and other End-of-School activities while quarantine is in place. This adheres to the
advisory of Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) of “no mass gathering”. Congratulations to all graduates!
You have done a job well done.

The following are the graduates of the batch 2019-2020:

Kinder Faith Kinder Care

Afif, Hashley O. Sparkler Award Butardo, Marcus Francis C. Golden Hearted Award
Bepari, Muhammad Sabirruddin Happy Helper Award Chiong, Jeanelle Louise A. Task Champ Award
Carmen, Wyth S. Artistic Hands Award Larosa, Sophia Raphael P. Ambassador Award
Dorig, Jayden Iñigo C. Sport Kid Award Lee, Hannah Sophia D. Kinder Leader Award
Jeciel, Julia A. Graceful Dancer Award Lopez, Heily Laurent S. Great Giver Award
Kim, Yuna D. Contributor Award Natera, Amara Patricia D. Patience Advocate Award
Lachica, Nathan Rei M. Budding Scientist Award Palacio, Rand Eli A. Self-Care Star Award
Marbun, Gerrard Sebastian Courteous Kid Award Sevillano, Yonna World Weaver Award
Ramos, Matthew Dominic D. Good Sport Award Sia, Danielle Kirsten M. Determined Kid Award
Silva, Henderson Saul L. Prudent Worker Award Sucgang, Gian Raphael Budding Mathematician
Uy, Yirin Vergara, Lourde Carlisle L. Honest Kid Award
Yao, Nikki Grace B. Eager Beaver Award Villaluna, Frances Mathilda J. Miss Congeniality

Grade 6 Grade 10
Altunzincir, Elif Tual Alarcon, Gian Matthew M. With High Honor
Beatingo, Sebastian Benjamin D. Bacalo, Athena S.
Borlas, Julian Gabriel E. Gomez, Daresse Kyle Y.
Cabrera, Alliah Isabelle G. With High Honor Laoang, Gemma Josel C. With High Honor
Cansino, Brian Chester M. With Honor Lee, Hyenseung With Honor
Culing, Alliyah Vhon M. With Honor Mante, Julia Ciarrah T. With Honor
Carteciano, Jamuel V. No, Hyunwoo Aquino
Dorig, Lian Venice C. With Honor Nosho, Akina Arxen R. With Honor
Gabriel, Sophia Sandra With Honor Nuque, Marienus Julienne C.
Inciong, Andre Rafael G. Ogsila, Karl James
Jeciel, Jad A. Omandac, Iber Jedzel C. With Honor
Manalang, Owen Samuel A. With Honor Panerio, Christina D.
Matsui, Naomi A. With Honor Paulino, Christian B.
Natera, God Ivan With Honor Quilala, Czerine Jannah F.
Santos, Kurt Andrew O. With Honor Rabe, Sebastian A.
Yu, Sean Aldrich D. With High Honor Rivera, Von Lucky
Zarifeh, Muhammad V. Roldan, Kent Rovrick S.
Salapuddin, John Wayne
Grade 12 Sanchez, John Eon Zithiel M.
Quemada, Euclid L. With Honor Warsame, Ruqayya Mahdi A. With Honor
Wenceslao, Caroline B.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

1st Semester 2nd Semester
Austria, Lovely D, Borre, Salve D.
Ayad, Jane C. Cerrado, Marco G.
Bordan, Charry C. De Mesa, Victor S.
Delos Reyes, Rhea P. Feng, Junquang
Diaz, Jhoemariel L. Jose, Jerome Francis A.
Fawz, Jamie Yamel Navarro, Angelica G.
Ferma, Paul Norman D. Panganiban, Ruel B.
Gao, Ziang Peroso, Jedarlyn E.
Ha, Trung Kien Peng, Jiawei
Loneza, Lea P. Prudenciado, Chowie C.
Lunar, Ruselo L. Ramos, Arthur M.
Liu Jie, Zhou, Jialing
Lyu, Xinxue
Marquez Kiyoshi B.
Olasiman, Maria Elena C.
Revarez, Jamil Marie R.
Santiago, Leonora V.
Wang, Jue
4 EDITORIAL

Dear Graduates of Class 2020,

Never would I have imagined that in a span of a few weeks, my life, as well as yours could change forever.
I remember asking myself “What in the world is going on?” After a years’ worth of hard work, it surely is misera-
ble to lose the most anticipated event of our school year because of an enemy we can’t see. However, it is not
the end of our lives. Resiliency is a must. Learn to fight back and control your future. I know for a fact that your
sadness and disappointment is valid because I have felt it myself. With the uncertainty and anxiety that we’re
experiencing right now, it is just as important to take care of our mental health like our physical health because it
seems like we are all grieving for something we’ve lost. For some it may be a routine, a lifestyle, a job, or for us
graduates, a ceremony. Let yourself feel sad over these things. Feel sad over the friends that we had to abruptly
say goodbye to, the fun and educated exchange of ideas, the seemingly long
class discussions, and the expectations that we may never meet.

We may have a different past and will have a different future but we are a
family. We’ve grown with the best teachers, classmates, and friends the
world has to give. Without them, we won’t have the memorable mo-
ments we would look back to. We might’ve not gotten all of the memo-
ries, but look back at all of them now. Look at the friendship that changed us
for the better, the laughter, the successes and failures, the passion, the
blood, sweat, and tears that we’ve poured all over on our works, the time
we’ve invested in studying, and the pursuit of knowledge and excellence.
Now, look at what you’ve become through it all.

We may not have the happy ending of the year that we had dreamed of,
but we get something much more meaningful. We made history. “This
virus may have robbed us the rest of our senior year but it will not rob us
of our happiness.” Padayon Class of 2020!

Sincerely,
Euclid Quemada, SSG President, SHS Graduate

God has been faithful in my journey here in Wesleyan College. It was 5 years of learning, fun and fellow-
ship that I will always be grateful for. Like what the writer of Ecclesiastes 3:11, “He has made everything beautiful
in its time”. The path towards learning was not easy and perfect but by God’s grace I was able to finish well and
endure the process. My character as a student was being honed while I was studying here in Wesleyan. I could
not buy those learning experiences anywhere.

God used people to help me achieve my full potential as a student. Our hardworking president, our be-
loved principal, our spiritual leader Bishop Nacpil, our fun and loving teachers, my classmates and friends, they all
played a big role in my journey here in Wesleyan. The support that they gave me encourage me to give my best in
everything. I enjoyed the moments I have with them and I will keep it in me as I face the new chapter in my life.

Success comes with years of preparation, hard work and God’s guidance. Even if we are facing a great
challenge in our lives like the COVID-19 pandemic, I will not let this situation stop me from learning. Our school
prepared us to face difficulties like this. I learned that I should use every opportunity to grow whatever the sea-
son and wherever I am. Most of all, Wesleyan College guide me to trust in God at all
times.

To my fellow learners, let us continue to carry with us the values that

our school has taught us. To our dear parents, thank you for all your love and
sacrifice. We dedicate our success to you. Let me share with you my life
verse found in Philippians 4:13 - “I can do all things through Christ who
strengthens me”. Indeed, with God all things are possible.

Gemma Josel Laoang

Grade 10 Completer
EDITORIAL 5
In behalf of the school’s administration,
faculty and staff of the Wesleyan College
of Manila, I would like to express my
sincerest congratulations to all of you on
your graduation. Your four years of
diligence and hard work in your studies
has successfully paid you off.
Perseverance in pursuing your dream is
such a great honor. Your strong
determination has enabled you to reach
your dream that even the Covid-19
pandemic that we are experiencing these
days has never been a hindrance to your
success. Now, you have finally graduated
from college with your chosen degree. I,
and the rest of us in the Wesleyan college
of Manila, am so proud of you!
You may have finished your studies but
the journey to reality has just
commenced. Your graduation is just the
beginning of the greater journey into the
real world ahead, the journey of the
reality of work! Your diploma would serve
as your ticket to where you would want to
go. All you have learned in theories will be put into practice. In other words, what
you have learned will now make you into the persons you have wanted to become.
I want you to take note of this: in whatever path you may want to take, the challenge
will always be there. There’s so much tests that would come your way that you are
left with no other choice but to face it. That’s how life is! It may seem that there’s no
guarantee, regardless of how true and right it is which you think must be done and
followed, there will always be that fork on the road that would force you to choose
and make decisions. But always remember this verse in the Bible from Proverbs
19:20-21, which says; “Listen to advise and accept discipline, and at the end you
will be counted among the wise. Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is
the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
I therefore want you to know that we are so proud of you! Congratulations for all
your years of hard work. We, in the Wesleyan College of Manila have high hopes
that your future will be as bright as you are! Don’t lose interest in the pursuit of
knowledge. Your experiences and challenges in life must serve as your strength. The
quest for knowledge is one of the important things a person can have for himself or
herself like you, and that can only be achieved through continues learning.
Allow me to end this message with this promise from the Lord in the Scripture;
Jeremiah 29:11; “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to
prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Kudos to all of you!
Congratulations batch 2020!
Prof. Joy C. Puno
Academic Coordinator
College of Business Administration
Wesleyan College of Manila
 MESSAGES
FROM THE GRADUATES
When you have a
We must use law of attraction mission, you do not sleep
Your mind is a weapon, keep it loaded
in life ‘cause your thoughts until it is complete Salapuddin, John Wayne
becomes your words, and Bacalo, Athena
your words becomes your
action, and your action I have learned how to set my mind on Most of the people think that
becomes your reality my goals, commit them to the Lord and I will not achieve anything,
Warsame, Ruqayya give my best while He does the rest but my journey is just about
Cabrera, Alliah to begin. They'll all see
Keep away from people who try to belittle Ogsila, Karl James
your ambitions. Small people always do "Great things are done by a There's always something to
that, but the really great make you feel series of small things brought learn and always room for
that you, too, can become great together” - Vincent van Gogh improvement, never settle
Rabe, Sebastian Laoang, Gemma Josel Santos, Kurt

"My dreams are bigger than the In order to achieve your goals, you Never let a hard
galaxies and I will achieve them gotta work hard for it. Learning eve- time humble us
one star at a time until the ryday is the key to success. So don’t No, Hyunwoo
universe isn't big enough for all ever stop learning, dreaming, and
that I will do” - Ellen Everett achieving! We can do it!
Nosho, Akina Arxen Matsui, Naomi Follow your heart but take
your brain with you
Quilala, Czerine Jannah
Dreaming about success is futile,
Nothing we do changes the
working for it with determination
past, everything we do
and persistence will bring you to Education is your passport to the
changes the future
the pinnacle of your goal future, for tomorrow belongs to the
Gomez, Daresse Kyle
Mante, Julia Ciarrah people who prepare for it today
Carteciano, Jamuel
I hope your dreams take you to "To lose your path / Is the way
Every minute of our time
the corners of your smiles, to to find that path” - BTS
is precious. Everytime we
the highest of your hopes, to the Nuque, Marienus Julienne
breathe it means we still
windows of your opportunities have a purpose in life. So
and to the most special places please don't waste it Dreaming is fulfilling but putting it
your heart has ever known Yu, Sean into action is the hardest thing to do,
Culing, Alliyah to be a businessman is my dream
Beatingo, Sebastian
You can't stop your fate
It's worth the wait from rushing, but you can
Roldan, Kent Rovrick decide how it can flow They say life is a competition but being at
Alarcon, Gian Matthew the top can be a downfall, so trying to be
in the middle place is a life goal to anyone
Lee, Hyunseung
Close friends are truly life's treasure, Ask my kuya before
sometimes they know us better than we you take me to gala
know ourselves. With gentle honesty, Panerio, Christina Your life is your story and
they are there to guide and support us the adventure ahead of you is
Inciong, Andre Graduation is an exciting time. It the journey to fulfill your
marks both an ending and a beginning; own purpose and potential
it's warm memories of the past and big Altuncinzir, Elif
At the end of the day, you won't
be happy until you love yourself dreams for the future
Sanchez, John Eon Zithiel Kim, Sunoo Soon I'll be the happiest
Omandac, Iber Jedzel
8 FEATURE

- Katrina Valencia -

“WCM taught me on being independent, confident, responsible, determined, dedicated and

hard working individual that you can't learn in any syllabus books in school. They made
me realize the value of leadership qualities by giving me responsibilities that I thought
I couldn't handle. WCM built my confidence in interacting with people especially in
my interviews. To which now, I do applicant interviews. No words can express my
gratitude towards the school for teaching me great things. Thank you, my alma
mater. To my fellow Wesleyanians, We are the pilot of our future. We just have to
take off with optimism, steer the wheel to the direction of having to trust yourself
that you can do things right even if you encounter turbulence along the way. Always
remember there is 'no straight path'. Do not be afraid to fall as long as you can steer
the wheel and you know how to get back in the direction you want to explore. Fly
high, be proud, my fellow Wesleyanians!”
- Jamie Auleary De Castro, Batch ‘15-’19, Cum Laude

From my two years of experience being the President of the Supreme Student council, I’ve
learned that being a leader isn't simple. In fact, it is very hard. As a leader, you are
always under pressure to act like one. You have to earn the trust and respect of the
people you govern. You need to be the person people look up to. You should always
be open to negativity because you can't please everyone, including your colleagues.
The mistakes of your team are also your mistakes. Leadership is about taking
responsibility and not making excuses.

To my dear Wesleyanians, do not focus on the outcome of your plans and actions,
but focus on the learning process. Always remember that everything might not turn
out the way you expect it to be and that's okay. Don't pressure yourself into perfection
and let yourself do your thing with or without mistakes.
- Euclid Quemada, Batch ’14-’20, two-term SSG President

- Katrina Valencia -

I attended an Iranian Women's Film Festival last March 4, 2020, held

in CCP Tanghalang Manuel Conde, Pasay City. It's a week-long
celebration, a tribute for all Iranian women. The film I watched was
"Season of Narges", which tackles about three different women and
their own stories, which is connected to each other. A woman who gave
hope and a life lesson to a man; a young woman who made a man
realize that life is beautiful; and a lady who understands the values of
life.

The film was emotional for me

because it made me realize that I am
Euclid Quemada fortunate to be living in this
Editor-in-Chief generation when people can say
their opinions , because it's easy
Publication Staff to voice out and stand for what you
Kyle Patrata think is right. We realize many
Enoah Haley Nicolas things that we don't appreciate not
Jedarlyn Peroso until we hear stories like this.
Katrina Valencia
Ma. Daryl Sabareza In Iran, women wear clothing that is
Jenella Facun not form fitting and is enough to
Angel Navarro cover the arms and legs. They tradi-
Ma. Victoria Ancheta tionally wear hijabs in public. It's
Roselyn Delima punishable by law if you're caught Movie poster of “Season of Narges”
Anna Mariel Jardin not wearing this out in the open. I
Ma. Lurena Eting remember a scene from the film (Season of Narges) where a man said "Why do they let
women drive?" referring to the female cab driver, and I think that's because in the Phil-
ippines, women like me are given the freedom not only to wear what we want but also
Ms. Ma. Cristina Miranda to lead and do many things. Women are tough, risk-takers, nurturing and most im-
Adviser portantly, loving. This is why we celebrate women.
NEWS 9
Winners’ Corner

Wesleyanians Makes it to Top 5 Finalists in UP-CE Competition

Against UP and DLSU Teams
By Euclid Quemada

Team Euclid with its members, Euclid Quemada (Gr. 12), Ma. Daryl Sabareza (BS-BA), Ma. Lurena Eting (BS-BA), Jenella
Facun (BS-BA), Anna Mariel Jardin (BS-BA) was selected as one of the finalists for the Youth Entrepreneurs’ Convention with
the theme “Everyday Innovations” against four teams from UP and DLSU. The competition was concluded on February 1,
2020 at UP College of Business Administration in Quezon City.

“Joining YEC competition is like a roller-coaster experience. You will feel the excitement, the joy and pressure at the same
time.” Said Sabareza. “I learned that small things matters. Like how you will talk in front, the attitude that you will bring, the
confidence to face people and the courage to defend the product that you made.”

The competition consists of brainstorming a feasible, tangible product that will solve daily problems of 16 to 35 year -olds,
creating a presentation, and pitching it to the judges.

Before the said competition, a workshop was held on January 18, 2020 where senior high school and college students were
able to learn from the industry experts with various topics such as Discovering your Business Potential, How to Build your
Ecosystem, How to Sell Your Business Idea, Technological Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, and Turning your Problem
into a Profitable Business at the Engineering Theater, located in Melchor Hall at UP Diliman.

Metrobank-MTAP- DepEd- Math Sportsfest

Challenge (MMC Winners) Orange Tigers Green Dinosaurs
The Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math - Basketball (High School Category) - Athletic Dash (Intermediate Category)
Challenge (MMC) is the - Badminton (Doubles) - Patintero
longest-running math competition in - Futsal - Chess (High School Category)
the Philippines - Darts (Intermediate Category) - Domino (High School Category)
- Tumbang Preso - Sipa (High School Category)
Intermediate Level - Dodgeball (Intermediate Category)
Antonio Patalinghog (Coach) - Dodgeball (High School Category) Blue Dragons
- Joshua Michael Sunga - Gr. 4 - Chess (Intermediate Category) - Basketball (Intermediate Category)
- Maximilian Cajahuaringa - Gr. 4 - Jackstone (Intermediate Category) - Volleyball
- Junyong Shim - Gr. 4 - Dampa (Intermediate Category) - Badminton (Singles)
- Yi Ren Dustin Wang - Gr. 5 - Table Tennis (Doubles)
- Harang Choe - Gr. 5 Pink Panthers - Table Tennis (Singles)
- Kobe Carlisle Miranda - Gr. 5 - Darts (High School Category) - Fitness Relay (Intermediate Category)
- Alliah Isabelle Cabrera - Gr. 6 - Athletic Dash (High School Category) - Fitness Relay (High School Category)
- Elif Tual Altunzincir - Gr. 6 - Baton Relay (Intermediate Category) - Domino (Intermediate Category)
- Sean Aldrich Yu - Gr. 6 - Baton Relay (High School Category) - Scrabble (Intermediate Category)
- Slipper Base - Jackstone (High School Category)
High School Level - Chinese Garter (Intermediate Category) - Sipa (Intermediate Category)
John Bryan Pacris (Coach) - Chinese Garter (High School Category) - Game of the Generals (Intermediate
- Daniel Stephen Santos - Gr. 7 - Scrabble (High School Category) Category)
- Ragab Abdalla - Gr. 7 - Dampa (High School Category) - Tala Dance Challenge
- Apollo Nheyo Romero - Gr. 7 - Game of the Generals (High School
- Paul Matthew Marcojos - Gr. 8 Category)
- Lance Rhene Santos - Gr. 8 - Mobile Legends
- Andrew Joseph Cansino - Gr. 8
- Ruqayya Mahdi Warsame - Gr. 10
- Julia Ciarrah Mante - Gr. 10
- Gian Matthew Alarcon - Gr. 10
10 LITERARY
Pagkadapa Hindi ‘Ko Alam
By Angel Navarro By Ma. Victoria Ancheta

Palagi na lang, "Hindi ko alam"

Ang simula sa hakbang na puno ng pag-asa 'Di alam kung anong inaasam
Ang simula sa mas malawak na mundo. Yung tipong walang pakiramdam
Hindi ko alam kung saan patungo Pero bakit ako'y nasasaktan?
Pero bawat yapak gusto matuto
Magaganda ang mga imahenasyon
Yun nga lang, mahirap magdesisyon
At sa mundo na aking ginagalawan
Takot masira ang reputasyon
Ay siya rin gigising sa aking kamalayan Kaya naghahanap ng ibang solusyon
Mga desisyon sa dereksyon ng bawat daan
Na susukat sa aking puso't isipan Ang hirap aminin
Pero ang daming gustong gawin
Hakbang ko'y palayo na pala mula sa pangarap Ang dami ko din gustong sabihin
Nangangamba sa kanilang iisipin
Mga yapak ko na nawala sa landas
Nagpadikta sa daan na masaya Kaya dapat lang maging magalang
Kung saan mas pinili ko ang hindi matuto Para 'di ko mabigo ang aking mga magulang
Kailangan maging matapang
Ako'y nadapa sa mundong ginagalawan Sa mga pangarap na ipinaglalaban
Mga maling yapak na hindi na mababalikan Hindi ko na alam
Mga masasayang mukha Ang puso ko'y anong nilalaman?
Na nabalot ng mga luha Lahat ng pagsubok ay kailangan paghandaan
Upang ang aking pinapangarap ay may mapuntahan
Paano nga ba ulit magsisimula
Ang pangarap ay nais makamtan
Kung pangarap ay unti-unti nang nawawala Ang kanilang iniisip ay pabayaan
Sa kapaligiran ko'y wala nang tiwala Ito ba ay kayang mapagtagumpayan?
Mga masasakit na salita ay aking nakuha Kaya huwag puro, "Hindi ko alam."

At sino ba ako para umapela

Kung ako mismo sa laban ko ako'y nawala
Mga pag-asa na binalewala
Pagkatao ko'y unti-unting nasasala
Suddenly
Ngunit sa bawat pagkadapa
We fell asleep in one world and woke up in another.
Puso't isip ko'y hinuhulma Disney is out of magic,
Sa daan ko, ako'y mas maging handa Paris is no longer romantic,
Na magsimula muli ng mas puno ng pag-asa New York doesn’t stand up anymore,
The Chinese Wall is no longer a fortress,
And Mecca is empty,
Sa bawat pagkadapa
Mayroong pagbangon Hugs and kisses suddenly become weapons,
Sa bawat pagkadapa and not visiting parents and friends
become an act of love.
Mayroong pagtayo
Suddenly you realize that power, beauty, and money
Mga daan na hindi ko na mababalikan are worthless,
and can’t get you the oxygen you’re fighting for.
Ngunit akin paring sisimulan
Dala-dala ang aral mula sa aking pagkaligaw The world continues its life and it is beautiful.
Sa mga daan na kailanman hindi na maliligaw It only puts humans and cages.
I think it’s sending us a message:
At sa pagkadapa, ako'y natuto “You are not necessary”
Naranasan ko ang pagkabigo The air, earth, water and sky without you is fine.
When you come back,
Sa takbo ng mundo remember that you are my guests, not my masters.
Ako'y mas naging determinado
- Unknown
Heto ako aakyat na sa entablado
Ang pagtatapos sa maraming taon ng pagkatuto
Diploma na aking premyo
Ang katibayan sa simula ng tagumpay ko

Nahuli man ako sa pangarap ko

Pero heto nakahabol sa laban ng mundo
Ngayon ay luha dahil sa puno ng saya
Sa aking pagkadapa ay hindi nagpadala

Ang pagtatapos ay ang simula

Sa panibagong kabanata
Para sa malaking pangarap na gustong makuha
Baon-baon ang aral mula sa pagkadapa