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Feeture: Molaboys: The Next Big Thing
Are you looking for the next boy Backstreet boys or Nsync? Then we have the perfect boy group for you.The team of Herwin Lor, Eric Madriaga, Russell Mercado, Ivan Ortega, Nicolo Saren, Jon Tungpalan and Miguel Turqueza, collectively known as Molaboys are ready to sweep you off your feet.
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| Molaboys: Soon to be sikat! (c) Nina Leis |
However, these seven naïve boys had to take a long and hard path towards their current superstar status. According to an interview with Tungpalan, they almost backed out during the auditions because they were not prepared. But with their determination and courage, they were able to pull it off and as a matter of fact, they got into the finals.
On the day of the finals, they experienced the same difficulties they encountered during the auditions. But again, using their charm, their awesome dance moves and harmonious vaoice, the Molaboys performed and won 3rd place.
“Na flatter talaga kami, di namin akalaing madami kaming fans” he says.
So watch out, One Direction! The Molaboys are coming for you. ● by James Borja and Shari Oliquino
UPIS seniors attend Youth Congress
Six grade 10 students were invited to participate in the National Youth Congress held at the UP Asian Center last September 1.Arvy Mena, Rendelle Rafin, CJ Hernandez, Zena del Mundo, Christine Prieto, and Sam Llaguno attended the National Youth Congress which seeks to encourage students to learn more about the field of economics and inform them about what is happening in our society.
This year’s theme was “Pedalling towards Prosperity: The Pursuit for Progressive Development.”
Mena, Rafin, and Hernandez won 5th place in the Quiz Bee held after the seminar. ● by Sandy de la Paz, Hannah Garay, and Bianca Pio
UPIS team wins Teen Debate
UPIS won against Philippine Science Highschool in the 7th biennal convention hosted by the Society of Adolescent Medicine of the Philippines, Inc. (SAMPI) held last September 3 at the Diamond Hotel in Roxas Boulevard.The judges pronounced the UPIS team composed of Red Bartolome, Mikee Neri, and Joanna Pagulayan as the overall winner and Bartolome as the best speaker.
The topic of the debate was “Social Networking: Boon or Bane” which was given last July for the teams to research on UPIS was given the affirmative stand.
The debate consisted of two rounds. The first in which both sides gave two constructive speeches and two rebuttals. The second round was a question and answer portion. There were two guest reactors, one blogger and the other a professor from the UP Institute of Tourism. ● by Aliyah Rojo and Juanito Gregorio
Batch 2013 prepares for UPCAT
UPIS Batch 2013 held their pre-UPCAT activity last Saturday, July 28 at the Multipurpose Hall. |
| #13atch Picture. UPIS Batch 2013 is all-smiles after their pre-UPCAT activity last July 28. (c) Paolo Aljibe |
The batch bonded through playing games such as Limbo Rock, Logos Quiz, Pingpong Galapong, and First to Finish. The Grade 10 level PTA sponsored the lunch which included a grilling station for hotdogs and marshmallows.
Afterwards, the parents gave encouraging messages, and Pastor Glen from the Victory Christian Fellowship led the blessing for the Seniors who will go through the rounds of college entrance tests starting with the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) on August 4 and 5. ● by Nina Leis, Miguel Flores, and Sandy de la Paz
UP ABM holds UPCAT tutorials
The University of the Philippines Association of Biology Majors (UP ABM) recently concluded its annual UPCAT tutorials at the Institute of Biology, UP Diliman Campus.Twenty-five senior high school students from UPIS were invited to take part in the review sessions held on the first 3 Saturdays of July (7, 14, and 21) on a first come, first served basis.
Jaime Antonio Yu, chairperson of academic affairs of UP ABM, said that this project aims to help students achieve academic excellence. It is also their organization’s way of helping and contributing to the welfare of today’s youth.
UP Biology majors conducted the tutorials which covered topics from Language and Reading Comprehension (English and Filipino), Mathematics, Earth Science, Chemistry, and Physics. ● by Joanna Pagulayan and Camille Custodio
Feature (Submission): Aaron Lina: A Dreamer, An Athlete
Ma. Shari Nina G. Oliquino9-Iron (Batch 2013)
Basketball has always been one of the sports most favored by Filipinos. Undoubtedly, it has become a part of our culture and its impact on the masses is very strong. Men and women alike, may they be young or old, continue to show love for this sport. They do this by supporting their favourite athletes and continuously seeking updates regarding recent games.
With this, a number of young Filipino boys dream of becoming a basketball superstar–aspiring to be the next Alvin Patrimonio or Kobe Bryant.
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| IN ACTION. Aaron during one of the UPIS games in UAAP Season 74. Photo credit: Juanito Gregorio |
At the tender age of 5, Aaron already started to take a liking to basketball. From that moment, it seemed that he already knows what kind of future is in store for him. “I really love playing basketball kasi,” he says.
As Aaron reached high school, he decided to try out for the UP Juniors Basketball Team. With his skills refined by years of playing, he got in and was also accepted at the University of the Philippines Integrated School. He’s now in the 9th grade and is enjoying being a regular high school student.
When asked on how his athletic career influenced his personal life, he answered, “Maganda. It’s because I gained more friends who helped me become a better player and a better person as well. I also learned many things.” This just proves that being a basketball player is beneficial for Aaron in various ways. He stated that he improved his self-discipline and learned to work more effectively in a team.
“Very supportive din ang family ko. They watch our games and my father often teaches me the right things to do when playing basketball,” he adds.
While pursuing his dreams of becoming a basketball superstar, Aaron’s parents and other relatives serve as his own cheering squad. Undeniably, they give strength and courage to the young athlete.
Nevertheless, Aaron also plans to pursue medical studies. “Kung hindi player, I want to be a doctor,” he says with a smile on his face.
Aaron Lina continuously strives to be the best at his chosen craft. In no time at all, we hope to see him in larger arenas and perhaps, as a star player in an NBA team.
“Never stop dreaming. Hard work and love for the game will help you succeed and reach your dreams. Study hard!” he leaves as a final remark.
SF Presents McFairy: A Twisted Fairytale
Banaag, Gutierrez
As a final requirement, the UPIS Speech Fundamentals Class held its culminating activity program last October 17 at the Multipurpose hall.
The program's purpose was to create a platform for UPIS students to showcase their talent and creativity in public speaking.
Patricia Enriquez and Noraiza Coquilla of 7-Jupiter covered Selena Gomez's Who Says and Pink's Perfect. Miguel Bongato from 10-Narra presented his monologue of Lancelot's piece: Act 2, Scene 2 from Shakespeare's novel Merchant of Venice while Red Rivera from 8-Butterfly orally expressed her own interpretation of Daren Criss' No Way.
Finally, the SF Class performed a musical play titled McFairy: A Twisted Fairytale, wherein Peter Pan, one of the main characters, tries to change the way how the stories ended.
The characters Peter Pan, Cinderella, Prince, Belle and Beast, Shrek, Fiona, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Flash and Quasimodo were played by Jomike Gemora, Deneese Montalbo, Yzrael Dumaguing, Red Rivera, Emerson Sandoval, Anthony Dacoco, Alissa Villareal, Regina Garcia, Jean Gutierrez, Jaime Mejia and, Kyle de Guzman respectively.
“Proud ako sa kanila dahil “fruit of labor” nila ‘yon,” said SF class adviser Ms. Sheila Fernandez. The class’ idea to conceptualize a play with twisted fairytale endings was well executed, and when they were asked what were they able to learn from the experience, Red Rivera replied, “Kahit magulo ang buhay, there’s always a fairytale!”
As a final requirement, the UPIS Speech Fundamentals Class held its culminating activity program last October 17 at the Multipurpose hall.
The program's purpose was to create a platform for UPIS students to showcase their talent and creativity in public speaking.
Patricia Enriquez and Noraiza Coquilla of 7-Jupiter covered Selena Gomez's Who Says and Pink's Perfect. Miguel Bongato from 10-Narra presented his monologue of Lancelot's piece: Act 2, Scene 2 from Shakespeare's novel Merchant of Venice while Red Rivera from 8-Butterfly orally expressed her own interpretation of Daren Criss' No Way.
Finally, the SF Class performed a musical play titled McFairy: A Twisted Fairytale, wherein Peter Pan, one of the main characters, tries to change the way how the stories ended.
The characters Peter Pan, Cinderella, Prince, Belle and Beast, Shrek, Fiona, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Flash and Quasimodo were played by Jomike Gemora, Deneese Montalbo, Yzrael Dumaguing, Red Rivera, Emerson Sandoval, Anthony Dacoco, Alissa Villareal, Regina Garcia, Jean Gutierrez, Jaime Mejia and, Kyle de Guzman respectively.
“Proud ako sa kanila dahil “fruit of labor” nila ‘yon,” said SF class adviser Ms. Sheila Fernandez. The class’ idea to conceptualize a play with twisted fairytale endings was well executed, and when they were asked what were they able to learn from the experience, Red Rivera replied, “Kahit magulo ang buhay, there’s always a fairytale!”
UPIS pumangatlo sa GeoQuiz
nina Tristine Badong at Michell Molinyawe |
| Ang UPIS team na binubuo nina (R-L) Jasper Valentino, Zena del Mundo, at Mariel de Luna sa awarding ceremonies ng GeoQuiz. Photo courtesy of Ms. Zenaida Bojo |
Ang GeoQuiz ay isang pautakan tungkol sa Earth Science na nahahati sa dalawang bahagi. Ang unang parte ng kompetisyon ay isang individual test na binubuo ng 60 items at ang ikalawa naman ay isang group quiz na mayroong 30 items.
82 puntos ang naiskor ng mga kinatawan ng UPIS na sina Monty Banta, Mariel de Luna, Zena del Mundo, at Jasper Valentino.
Siyam na paaralan ang kalahok sa nasabing pautakan. Nakamit ng Philippine Science High School Bicol Region ang unang gantimpala, samantalang Rizal National High School naman ang pumangalawa.
UPIS lumahok sa PSO
Sarah RomeroGinanap noong Setyembre 24 ang National Finals ng Philippine Science Olympiad (PSO) sa PHIVOLCS Auditorium, Diliman, Quezon City. Sina Tanya Amor (10 – Lauan), Ralph Valencia (10 – Acacia), at Mariel de Luna (9 – Gold) ang mga kinatawan ng UPIS.
Nagkaroon ng practical at written test sa unang round ng kumpetisyon. Nakasama ang UPIS sa top 10 at sa ikalawang bahagi, naglaban-laban sa isang quiz bee ang mga paaralan na nakapasok.
Nakamit ng UPIS ang ika-9 na puwesto. Baguio National High School ang nag-kampeon.
UPIS VST nag-uwi ng mga medalya
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| Ang Relay Team nina (L-R) Joy Rodgers, Jean Gutierrez, Nina Leis, at Priscila Aquino na nagkamit ng gold medal sa 4x50 Freestyle. Jomil Gutierrez |
Matagumpay na umuwi ang UPIS Varsity Swimming Team mula sa ginanap na UAAP Swimming Competition sa Trace College, Los Banos, Laguna noong Setyembre 22-25.
Nakuha ng UPIS Varsity Swimming Team Girls ang ikatlong pwesto sa pangkabuuan. Itinanghal rin na Rookie of the Year sa UAAP Season '74 si Pricila Aquino ng 7-Mercury na nagkamit ng 2 gold, 1 silver, at 3 bronze.
Sa individuals, nakuha ni Aquino ang gold sa 400m freestyle, silver sa 200m Freestyle, at bronze sa 200m Individual Medley at 800m Freestyle. Si Joy Rodgers ng 9-Silver ay nagkamit naman ng gold sa 50m at 100m Breaststroke.
Sa relays, nakuha ng team nina Aquino, Rodgers, Nina Bea Leis ng 9-Iron, at Jean Marne Gutierrez ng 8-Firefly ang gold sa 4x50 Freestyle.
Ang relay team naman nina Leis, Rodgers, April de Castro ng 10-Acacia, at Red Rivera ng 8-Butterfly ay nagkamit naman ng silver sa 4x50 Medley Relay. Sina Leis, Rodgers, Aquino at Rivera naman ang nakakuha ng bronze sa 4x100 Medley Relay
Nagkamit din ng bronze sa 4x200 Freestyle sina Gutierrez, Rivera, Shaila Fortajada, Celina Medina ng 8- Butterfly.
Para sa Boys team, nakuha naman ni Jeremiah Esguerra ng 9-Iron ang bronze sa 50m Breaststroke. Nagwagi din ng bronze ang relay team nina Esguerra, Nicolo Saren at Paul Enriquez ng 9-Gold, at Patrick Sajol ng 9-Iron sa 4x50 Freestyle at 4x100 Medley Relay.
Mga batang henyo ng UPIS muling napatunayan ang galing
Sarah Romero, Joakim CadapanNaganap noong Setyembre 3 ang elimination round ng Philippine Science Olympiad (PSO) sa Angelicum College Quezon City.
Nilahukan ito ni Franz Candido, Jarod de Luna, Larkin Dumelod ng mga mag-aaral mula sa Grado 5-6 at nina Tanya Amor, Mariel de Luna at Ralph Valencia na mula naman sa Grado 9-10.
Nasubukan ang galing ng mga estudyante sa pamamagitan ng iba't ibang pagsusulit - Practical at Written na may kinalaman sa Physics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology at Information and Communications Technology.
Nahirapan man ang mga pambato ng UPIS, nagkaroon ito ng mabuting resulta. Sa pagtatapos ng elimination round, nakapasok ang UPIS sa top 20 schools nationwide at lalaban sa National Finals. Ang nasabing finals ay gaganapin sa Setyembre 24 sa PHILVOCS.
UPIS sumabak sa Tagisan ng Talino
Naimbitahan ang UPIS sa Interscholastic Social Sciences and Philosophy Quiz Competition na ginanap sa NCPAG, UP Diliman noong Setymebre 12.Dalawang team ang ipinadala ng UPIS sa nasabing kompetisyon. Kabilang sa Team A sina Gerard Gamboa ng 10-Narra, Shari Oliquino ng 9-Iron, at Mikaela Mabalot ng 8-Damselfly. Sina Lara Cruz ng 10-Narra at Christine Prieto ng 9-Silver naman ang bumuo ng Team B. Napili ang mga kalahok base sa kanilang grado sa Araling Panlipunan noong nakaraang taon.
6 na paaralan ang nakalaban ng UPIS sa elimination round. Ilan sa mga ito ay ang Philippine Science High School at San Sebastian College.
Hindi pinalad ang UPIS na makapasok sa final round ngunit sila ay nagkamit ng ika-anim na pwesto. Nakakuha sila ng iskor na 168 at dalawang puntos lamang ang pagitan sa ika-5 pwesto pumasok sa final round.
7-10 nagtagisan ng galing sa Culmi
Muli na namang ipinakita ng mga mag-aaral ng UPIS ang kanilang husay at talento sa Culminating Activity ng Linggo ng Wika at Kasaysayan na idinaos noong Setyembre 5.Umikot sa temang Wika at Kasaysayang Pilipino, Landas sa Pagsulong ng Karapatang Pantao ang pagtatanghal ng bawat grado.
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| Ang mga nagwagi sa paligsahan ng mga seksyon. Clockwise L-R: 7-Jupiter, 8-Butterfly, 10-Lauan, 9-Iron |
Nagwagi naman ang 8-Butterfly sa kanilang interpretatibong sayaw ng kantang Karapatan ni Toto Colongon.
Sa paligsahan ng Tugtuging Etniko sa Grado 9, kinailangang lumikha at tumugtog ng musikang etniko ang mga kalahok na seksyon at bigyan ng karampatang sayaw na saliw dito. Inuwi ng 9-Iron ang unang gantimpala sa patimpalak na ito.
Huling nagpakitang gilas ang mga estudyante ng Grado 10. Inihandog nila ang sari-sariling bersyon ng Sayawit sa mga kantang OPM tulad ng Tatsulok, Upuan, Balita, Batingaw at iba pa. 10-Lauan ang nagtagumpay sa patimpalak na ito.
Sina Prop. Michael Angelo Dela Cerna, Prop. Devora Tengson, at Prop. Rowena Del Castillo mula sa Departamento ng Sining Komunikasyon Filipino; G. Leujim Martinez at Bb. Catherine Carag mula sa Departamento ng Sining Komunikasyon Ingles; Bb. Deceniv Dela Cruz mula sa Departamento ng Health at PE; at si Prop. Czarina Agcaoili mula sa Departamento ng Araling Panlipunan ang bumuo sa lupon ng inampalan. -- ulat nina Sarah Romero, Ysmael Mendoza, Kaye Banaag, Jomil Gutierrez, Joakim Cadapan
UPIS Fencing Team makes fiery debut
Jomil Gutierrez |
| The UPIS Fencing Team, all smiles after the competition |
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| Bertram Matabang in action |
Sophomore Bertram Matabang ranked 8th out of more than 30 competing fencers in the Men's Foil division while Mikee Neri placed 15th overall in the Women's Sabre division and Jana Nicole Ologenio ranked 16th overall in the Women's Foil division.
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| Jana Nicole Ologenio in one of the Women's division matches |
Ologenio, Reagene Fernando, and Nikki Diaz, only qualified for the direct eliminations for the Women's Foil division but all were one of the top scorers of their pool.
Photos courtesy of Mikee Neri, Miguel Flores, and Bertram Matabang
(Updated: 6 September 2011, 9:30pm - CC)
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