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Pasay City South High School

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PCSHS BAGGED MULTIPLE AWARDS AT DSTF By: May Ann D. Romano – STEM Teacher The PCSHS delegates succeeded in bringing home multiple awards from the recently concluded Division Science Fair 2023: Scien-terrific Combat with the theme “Global Science for the Global Well – Being” which took place at Andres Bonifacio Elementary on June 10, 2023. With the different science activities, the budding scientists and their coaches under the supervision of the top science heads, Mrs. Ma. Elma V. Amongol, Head Teacher VI and Mrs. Editha F. Alimbuyuguen, Master teacher II, SGH – STEM bagged the list of awards and thus brought honor to the Southenian Community. 𝗚𝗿ade 𝟴 𝗦𝗖𝗜-𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗭 (𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲) Gabriel Junio Trainer: Mrs. Jennifer J.Cadiz 𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 (𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲) Elijah Omblero Trainer: Mrs. Gay G. Fernandez 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 (Cluster 8 PCSHS and Kalayaan HS) (𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲) Aliana Fernandez Emmanuel Mercado Ralph Grampon Trainers: Mr. Jessie Delos Santos Mr. June Palomino 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧 𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗖𝗞 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗘 – 𝗦𝗛𝗦 (𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲) Asnairah Banisil Bea Gutierrez Kharl Aronzado Trainer: Mr. Remart A. Balingit 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚- (𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 ) TO REPRESENT THE DIVISION TO THE REGIONAL FESTIVAL OF TALENTS Jimmy Matibag Niko Comesario Renaissa Sumog-oy Trainer: Mrs. Mary Ann E. Garcia Mr. Mark Anthony Salomon The said science competition aims to cultivate the interest of the youth in Science and Technology. This gives recognition to the learners with exceptional abilities as well as providing an avenue for learners to develop scientific skills. This also paved the path for a community of healthy, competitive, and intellectual interactions.

DIGITAL HUB TURN OVER CEREMONY By: May Ann D. Romano – STEM Teacher Photo Courtesy: Kristoffer C. Ilas The Digital Hub Turn Over Ceremony was a great success which held last June 09, 2023. This was attended by the partner – stakeholders led by Mr. Benjamin Romualdez, President of the Telstra Foundation Philippines (TFP), Mr. Elvin Ivan Uy, Executive Director of Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), TFP Board of Trustees Ms. Ma Cielo Narvaez, Ms. Ems Maningas and Mr. Don Nepomuceno, Ms. Anna Leah Macalincag, Telstra Foundation Lead, TFP Volunteers and PBSP Team Members. This was also graced by Hon. Jose “Joey” Calixto-Isidro Jr, City Councilor of District I and Chairman on Committee on Education together with Dr. Joel T. Torrecampo, CESO VI, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, Officer-In-Charge, Office of the Schools Division Superintendent. Mrs. Susan S. Mateo, SPTA President was also present to represent the parents and the Department Heads and Subject Group Heads to show their support. Mrs. Emilia L. Tolentino, PCSHS principal VI gave her heartwarming remarks to officially open the program. The audio visual presentation of the partnership journey reminisced the five years’ accomplishments of the strong collaboration between PCSHS, TFP and PBSP. The ceremonial turn over and the awarding of plaques of appreciation to the partners were very significant in recognizing the intense support extended to the school. The Pledge of Commitment was delivered by Jean Christlyn P. Asuncion (student) and Ms. May Ann D. Romano (teacher) which focused on the sustainability and full maximization of the digital hub. The ceremony was simultaneously held with the Digital Hub Tour and workshop activity on Digital Citizenship with the Digital Learning Scholars from Grade 12 STEM, selected Grade 11 STEM, and grade 10 students facilitated by Mr. Franz Raña and TFP Volunteers.

DIGITAL HUB TOWN HALL By: May Ann D. Romano – STEM Teacher Photo Courtesy: Kristoffer C. Ilas The institutionalized partnership between Pasay City South High School (PCSHS), Telstra Foundation Philippines (TFP) and Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) commenced its first Digital Hub Town Hall last May 19, 2023 at the PCSHS Digital Hub. Mr. Benjamin Romualdez, TFP President and Country Manager, Mr. Elvin Ivan Uy, PBSP Executive Director, Ms. Jen Rendell together with the TFP board of trustees and PBSP volunteers graced the event with their presence. Mrs. Emilia L. Tolentino, principal IV delivered her heartfelt thanks for the continuous support extended to the school and to the learners from these respectful stakeholders. Ms. Jen Rendell also shared her expertise and experiences to the learners which encouraged them to become more dedicated as a STEM student as they embark for their future careers and opportunities. As part of the event, the learners presented their research works in front of the audience – stakeholders. Arvin Carlo M. Senador showcased his group SIP entitled “Time – Programmed Current Terminating Arduino Uno Based Device with Relay Module in Solving Phantom Load”. Numan C. Alam presented the product based SIP on “Utilizing Mycellium Grown on Rice (Oryza sativa) rice Straw, Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) Bagasse, and Sawdust for Eco – friendly Mushroom Insulation Development in Building Application”. Andrei R. Escotillon highlighted his team research work on combating water shortage entitled “The Feasibility of the Water Purifying Properties of Apple, Banana, Tomato Peels as Additives to the Charcoal-Sand Water Setup”. Mrs. Editha F. Alimbuyuguen, subject group head for STEM presented the potential implications of the digital hub to the school while Mr. Remart A. Balingit, Teacher II and Mrs. Mary Ann E. Garcia, Master Teacher I showcased their STEM journey.

START-UP: STEM Capstone Project Development Program By: May Ann D. Romano – STEM Teacher Last May 11-12, 2023, the Grade 12 STEM students took their first step in the creation of their Capstone Project. This is in response to the DepEd Order 30 s. 2017 also known as the “Guidelines for Work Immersion” which is a key feature in the Senior High School Curriculum. This provides the learners with the opportunities to apply principles and theories, enhance their technical knowledge and skills, enrich communication skills as well as develop their good attitudes towards research ideation. The 80 hours’ research/capstone project must be completed by the STEM students under the guidance of a research adviser to identify a scientific, technological, or mathematical problem, design and apply an appropriate methodology, formulate hypothesis, and draw conclusions based on their investigation. At the end of the semester, students will prepare a scientific report/paper to be presented/defended in a research culminating activity. The Pre – Immersion Activity was conducted through the orientation of the parents and students last May 09, 2023 spearheaded by Mrs. Editha F. Alimbuyuguen Master Teacher II, SGH-STEM and Focal person for Immersion together with Mrs. Mary Ann E. Garcia, Grade 12 Level Coordinator and Research Mentor. The orientation was very comprehensive to discuss the following: a. Idea Generation Phase, b. Project Development Phase and c. Final Defense. The first phase was set through a 2-DAY LECTURE FORUM and WORKSHOP facilitated by the STEM teachers. The first day began with Mrs. Jodelyn B. Tarraya focusing her talk on the Characteristics of a Scientific Research followed by Ms. May Ann D. Romano, who discussed how to Choose a Topic targeting their line of interest and the Parts of a Research Plan/Scientific Research Paper in IMRAD format. The workshop was attended by the STEM groups facilitated by the Research Mentors. The second day was a busy day which started with the lecture forum conducted by Mr. Victor L. Tubilan on his talk about the Review of Related Literature (RRL) Development followed by Mrs. Mary Ann E. Garcia who explained the Ethical Issues in Conducting SIP. The afternoon session was allotted for the judging of the workshop outputs consisting of a 4-slide deck: Proposed Title, Problem, Proposed Solution and Methodology/Plans for Development. The Proposal Walkthrough was graced by the different judges such as the SHS Group Heads and Research Teachers utilizing the badge pointing system: Orange (3pts), Yellow (2pts) and Green (1pt). The top 3 teams with the highest badge points were qualified for the presentation to the Digital Hub Town Hall namely: 3rd Placer – Group 21 led by Andrei R. Escotillon, 2nd Placer – Group 12 led by Numan C. Alam and 1st placer Group 11 led by Arvin Carlo M. Senador. Other teams who managed to get high badge points include: 4th Placer – got by Eunice M. Barcenas and the 5th Place was tied by three groups led by Guile Andrea R. Enriquez, Jean Christlyn P. Asuncion and participants from Grade 11 STEM.

INFORMATION, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNICATION (IEC) CAMPAIGN ON ALTERNATIVE FUELS AND EMERGING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES By: May Ann D. Romano  – STEM Teacher With the Department of Energy (DOE) and Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) advocacy to sustain and strengthen the use of renewable energy in the country, the Grade 12 STEM students were boosted with new knowledge on the new trends on alternative fuels and emerging energy technologies last March 31, 2023. The team of Energy Utilization Management Bureau actively interacted with the students as they have positively reinforced the event with exciting ideas and lots of prizes and freebies. Mr. John Kevin H. Paris provided the overview on the Alternative Fuels and Energy Technology (AFET) Program while Ms. Karoline P. De Vera highlighted the new and emerging energy technologies. The STEM students were very immersed as they raised relative questions to satisfy their curiosity. Mr. Ashley F. Rivera focused his talk on the E – mobility Development which a lot of students associated their experience when it comes to the topic of public transportation. Mr. Vic Anthony P. Cariola concluded the campaign on a positive note by giving the tips on Smart Energy Use. Dr. Mark Anthony F. Familaran, Assistant Principal II and representing the Senior High School gave his closing remarks with heartfelt gratitude to the efforts of the team for a successful campaign.