Ghaveriel Raphael C. Agati

   Reflecting on this quarter I must say that the experience that I’ve gathered has influenced my growth and my improvement as a whole, it is mainly because I’ve been surrounded with my positive friends that has greatly increased my confidence and helped me get through this quarter. I can honestly say that this shift has benefitted me in more ways than one. I also came to the realization that in order for me to develop, I need to know what or who I genuinely like. My desire to better comprehend and explore who I am was another one of my objectives. It is not an exaggeration to claim that if we put our minds to anything, even the most mundane things may be changed because a change starts with me.      This quarter is clearly more difficult than the previous ones, and with that in mind, it took me a while to physically and emotionally acclimatize because the material was so challenging. But happily, with the help of my instructors and friends, I was ab...

     The Ilocos Sur National Highschool is proud to be hosting its annual High School Day celebration. All high school students, faculty, and alumni are invited to this celebration of the institution's great traditions and heritage.  The High School Day celebration will undoubtedly be a memorable occasion.      At 8 a.m., the program will start. with a Mass of Thanksgiving. The program will resume at 10 a.m. with hymns and the doxology performed by the teacher's choir. The principal of our school and the head of the school division will provide opening remarks to formally begin the program. To continue the inspirational speech and introduce the keynote speaker, the chosen Grade 10 students will perform an intermission number. One of the Outstanding Alumnae from the class of 2006 will give a motivational speech. Along with the honoring of outstanding teachers, workers, and retirees, we also witness the presentation of a plaque of distinction to the gues...

     The Holy Week is a very special time of the year for many people, especially those of the Christian faith. It is a time of reflection, prayer and remembrance of the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. It is also a time of celebration and joy as we look forward to the Resurrection of Jesus.      The Holy Week is typically celebrated with special services and activities, such as Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday services. These services are often accompanied by special music and prayers. For many people, the Holy Week is a time to reflect on their own lives and the life of Jesus. It is a time to ponder the importance of the sacrifice Jesus made for our sins, and to be thankful for His gift of salvation.      The Holy Week provides an important opportunity for Christians to come together and celebrate the Good News of salvation. It is a time to pray for those who are suffering and to share in the joy of the resurre...