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 The 2025 National Science Month theme speaks to me in a very personal way. It makes me think about how life is full of doubt, and yet it is through curiosity and exploration that people discover answers. Science is not just about high-tech laboratories or inventions we see on the news, it is also about the little things finding ways to make our daily lives easier, keeping our communities safe, and solving problems that sometimes feel impossible. This celebration reminds us that what is not discovered should not frighten us, but inspire us to keep asking questions. Science and society are always connected. The things we enjoy today like faster ways to talk to each other, new medicines, or clean sources of energy show how science is always trying to answer what people need. On the other hand, the problems we face, like climate change, natural disasters, and health issues, are the very things that push science to keep searching for answers. I believe that in the years ahead, this con...

 Climate Change and Resiliency of Filipinos Climate change feels very real in the Philippines. We see it in the sudden heavy rains that turn streets into rivers, in the stronger typhoons that leave whole communities struggling, and even in the slow but steady rise of heat that makes daily life harder. Some changes hit us in an instant like flash floods or storms while others creep in over time, like the loss of land and or the rising sea swallowing parts of our shores. The causes are a mix of global and local problems. Around the world, industries keep releasing greenhouse gases, warming the planet faster. Here at home, we add to it through deforestation, plastic pollution, and practices that harm the environment. Sadly, it’s often the poor farmers, fisherman, and families living in danger zones who suffer the most. What I really admire, though, is how Filipinos remain strong no matter what. After every disaster, you’ll always see people helping each other, sharing food, or even sm...

    This year’s intramurals was honestly one of the most unforgettable moments of my high school life. It was tiring, exciting, and emotional  all at once. I didn’t just join the event, I gave my whole self to it. I performed as the vocalist of The Aces Band, played as a football player, and still made time to serve as a medic all while being the President of the Red Cross Youth Council. When our band finally got called to perform, I was shaking. I could feel the pressure, especially with so many people watching  classmates, teachers, friends, even people I didn’t know. But once I started singing, everything changed. The nerves turned into excitement. I saw people smiling, singing along, cheering  and that gave me so much confidence. It felt amazing to be up there, doing what I love, with people I trust and care about. That performance will always be a special memory for me.But right after the stage, I had to switch to game mode. Our football team was up against...