Christmas is the time to...

get together, 

bond with others and send cheers like the FEU Band,

 share your blessings with the talented orphans of Children's Joy Foundation,

and

laugh your little heart out with your first ever lantern parade!

                                             __________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

share.serve.love.

People can survive...

40-73 days without food,

8-14 days without water,

3-5 minutes without air,

and 3 seconds without hope.

Thank you to our dear parents who chose to partner with us 

in bringing hope to two hundred indigent student-recipients.

                                            __________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

FEU Cavite and the President

       A new era in Far Eastern University has started. Pictured here is new FEU President Dr. Michael M. Alba, who officially took office on October 16, 2012.

       He has specializations in microeconometrics, econometrics, economics, human resources and microeconomics, Dr. Michael M. Alba is a senior research fellow and a full-time associate professor at the College of Business and Economics of De La Salle University-Manila. He has a Ph. D degree in applied economics from Stanford University. He earned his master's degree in economics from the University of the Philippines; and his bachelor's degree also in Economics from Ateneo de Manila University. His publications deal with issues concerning wage structures, wage differentials, and health. At present, he is the president of the Philippine Economic Society, a non stock, nonprofit professional organization of economists.

FEU Cavite welcoming Dr. Michael M. Alba, and the other members of the Board. 

The choir sang joyous Christmas songs, after which Jane Nabong, President of the Student Council delivered her welcome speech, the Theater Arts Club members did their own version of Charles Dickens's 1843 novel, A Christmas Carol, and the faculty and staff in full support of the program.

source: 
http://www.facebook.com/FEUalumni/posts/

                                                                                       
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Values Education:Transformation

It is said that an individual is composed of a body, a soul and a spirit.
Though at one glance it could be considered tripartite but each is actually intertwined and interdependent of each other. The outer man which is the body either suffers pain or enjoys pleasure. The soul which is the inner man is the conscience, telling you what is right from wrong. And the spirit which is the at very core of a person is the breath of God the one that keeps an individual alive.If the spirit lost its connection to the its Maker then the soul easily succumbs to depression, insecurities and fear of the unknown resulting to a poor representation of the self. But if the spirit maintains its closeness to its Maker then the soul feels secured, free and satisfied. Resulting to a positive self disposition and a healthy outlook in life.

based on my readings: Victory Over Darkness by Neil Anderson

Elementary students, instilled with values to last, while having loads of fun.

High schoolers, being informed to be transformed, totally getting serious with the parent-volunteers.

                                             __________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

Vibal Seminar on Text Types

Professor Roderick Motril Aguirre

Languages and Literature Department

De La Salle University-Dasmariñas

Preschool, Reading and Language Consultant for K-12

Philippine Basic Education Curriculum

Department of Education of the Philippines

Prof. Aguirre: 

Who would like to volunteer?

Maricon: 

[raising her hand]

Prof. Aguirre: 

Kindly read this passage Ma'am.

Maricon:

[reading the passage]

Prof. Aguirre: 

[Maricon, done reading] 

She sounds good, no? What do you do administrators if you have several teachers in Reading and you have someone like her and you want to standardize the way your students pronounce their words? What you do is record her voice and play it in each class.

[Trivia: The Philippines was under the rule of the Spaniards for 333 years. Therefore, a lot of Spanish words were adapted by the Filipinos in their conversations like the word no. Unlike the no in American English connoting a negative answer, the no used here is equivalent to "isn't that so?" seeking confirmation from the listener that the statement is true.] 

source: http://spanish.about.com

                                                  __________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

Marks of a True Filipino

Filipino traits worthy of admiration...

loyal

honest

resilient

creative

adaptable

respectful

hospitable

God-loving

hard-working

family centered

highly trainable

high regard for life and morality

[so if you meet someone, stating that he is one but doesn't possess these qualities then maybe he only means to be or used to be geographically situated in the Philippines, and nothing more.]

 flower bracelets made from cooked shells and colorful beads

 exhibit during the History and Techno Fest Week

courtesy of my Grade 2 Patience Civics and Culture Class

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Coincidence

I just got what I wished for,

the very next day of my last post...

what an unexpected coincidence.

                                                                                                                 

 When I pray, coincidences happen, and when I don't, they don't.

Temple, Sir William

                                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                             

                                                                                                







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Say What You Must

Rodolfo Vera Quizon, Sr., 
better known as Dolphy, 
died at the age of 83 
last July of this year. 





Here in the Philippines, 
he's an icon not just of entertainment 
but of hope as well. 

People regarded him as someone 
who can ease away their sorrows 
and bring laughter to their poverty-stricken 
and heavily-burdened life. 

It's not easy to deny 
that in his own right 
he became one of the pillars of the Philippine society.

The rich and the masses adored him, 
including the palace, 
when PNOY gave PIDOL 
the Grand Collar of the Order of the Golden Heart, 
the highest recognition 
that the Office of the President 
could give to a private citizen.

I am not really into show business 
and Mang Dolphy, 
of course had no clue that I exist
but I must admit

I got affected when he died. 
It felt like something went missing.

The sad part is, 
he got recognition and tributes 
here and there 
but he's no longer able to witness them all.

affected
'hoping that there would be 
more transparency to the living

rather than to those who are already asleep

so say what you must 

while I can still hear,

and feel... 

__________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

National Language Month...

or in Filipino, it is known as the Buwan ng Wika.
Talking about language, Filipino is the formal term for Tagalog which is spoken by one-third of the Philippine population.  Tagalog is the official language in the Philippines alongside English.

And in the academe, we celebrate the event by wearing traditional clothing.

Baro't Saya

originally worn by the Tagalogs and the Visayans

 Maria Clara or Terno

worn by the mestizas, half Filipino half Spanish during the Spanish period

Filipiñana Gown

evolution of the baro't saya usually designed with elaborate embroidery

Balintawak

worn during picnics in the countryside

Camisa de Chino (which later on will metamorphose to Baro ng Tagalog)

standard clothing for the social group who had to labor in the warmth of the tropics

Barong Tagalog 

formal upper garment worn by men

source:

http://en.wikipedia.org                    
http://www.philippines.hvu.nl               
http://www.seasite.niu.edu 
http://pinterest.com     



                                             __________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

Rockin' School Year

Got this feeling of writing something again. Well, I hope to give credit to the person who influenced me, directly and indirectly, knowingly and unknowingly, to have a portfolio. What he didn't know is that I took it seriously and arrived here. I hope this will serve its purpose.

To my former students, I must say that I had one of the best years of my life in the academe with you guys! And here are some of the things that we shared...

The children so engrossed with the D.E.A.R. Day! 

Celebrating the lingua franca of the Philippines,
in traditional clothing.

Our very first community service.

Put a little sunshine in your mouth.
The children workin' it out during the Nutrition Month Celebration!

Collaboration: Language Festival
with my second year students' Cradles of Civilization Mini-Museum
and the graders as their audience.

Clever indeed!
A replica of the cuneiform using clay

Fusion of Asian Cuisines:
prepared by my Asian Civilization class

reuse. reduce. recycle

Some of my best students of the year,
with our very zealous director, Dr. Nick Valdez!

learner-centered , community service, active participation, following the leader

__________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

Health is Wealth

Dairy

Low-fat and fat-free milk, cheese (cheddar, American, mozzarella) or yogurt (plain, flavored, added fruit)

Calcium helps build and maintain strong bones and teeth; plays an important role in nerve function, muscle activity and blood clotting.
Potassium helps maintain healthy blood pressure and helps regulate your body's fluid balance.
Protein helps build and repair muscle and other body tissue.
Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium for its use in building strong bones.


Fruit

Apples, oranges, bananas, pears, peaches, grapes, kiwi, berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) melon (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew) pineapple, papaya

Vitamin C helps your body heal cuts and bruises and fight infections.
Potassium helps maintain healthy blood pressure and helps regulate your body's fluid balance.
Fiber helps your digestive system work properly.

Vegetables

Broccoli, cauliflower, corn, peas, green beans, spinach, mushrooms, celery, carrots, white potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash

Fiber helps your digestive system work properly.
Potassium helps maintain healthy blood pressure and helps regulate your body's fluid balance.
Vitamin A helps your eyes adapt to the dark and keeps your skin healthy.
Vitamin E helps protect the body's cells and tissues.


(Whole) Grains

Whole wheat breads, rolls and crackers, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, oatmeal, whole grain cereals, popcorn

Carbohydrates help give you energy.
Fiber helps your digestive system work properly.
Magnesium helps keep muscles healthy and bones strong.






Protein Foods

Lean meat, poultry, fish, dry beans or peas, eggs, nuts and seeds

Protein helps build and repair muscle and other body tissue.
B Vitamins help your body release energy, play a vital role in the nervous system, and help both in the formation of red blood cells and building of tissues.
Vitamin E helps protect the body's cells and tissues.Iron is used to carry oxygen in the blood.
Magnesium helps keep muscles healthy and bones strong.
                                                          Zinc helps the immune system function                                                                     properly.

source:
http://school.fueluptoplay60.com


                                            __________________[breath-of mysoul]_________

Creating an Experience...

It was a bit of a rainy afternoon when my husband and I, together with our daughter, Sophia went to an orphanage. I was trying  to make the most of our time together because it was a day before I officially reported for school. Mango House Orphanage houses 15 adorable Filipino children. Mommy Ada, as the children call her, is the foundress of that lovely place . She's really sweet and cares for the children a lot. She's not from this country but she loves the children as if there's no difference in their skin color. She all treats them as if they are hers. The experience was grand because it was our family's first mission exposure together. My husband was so touched to see the children looking happy receiving their new bags and school supplies, which didn't really cost much. He felt guilty that he decided upon himself to really prepare for it next year. Well, I tried to collect funds through facebook but I guess we just lack ample time to look for more donors. I hope we could get more funds next year so we could offer something better to  the children. All in all, it was a good way to open the school year (and to end my summer vacation)!

service to the community

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