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A Walk Through History: Vigan

Vigan is a UNESCO World Heritage City in the Philippines, famous because it is the best-preserved example of an old Spanish colonial town in Asia. Visiting Vigan is like stepping directly into the 18th century . The main attraction is Calle Crisologo , a street paved with cobblestones and lined with old, traditional houses. These buildings are known as bahay na bato (stone houses) and show a mix of Spanish, Chinese, and Filipino architectural styles. They are recognizable by their big, sliding windows made of capiz shells. To get around the historic area, tourists ride a kalesa (horse-drawn carriage), as modern cars are not allowed on the main heritage streets. Walking here is the most popular activity, especially at night when the whole street is lit up by antique lamps, creating a beautiful and peaceful scene. Beyond the famous street, you can visit the main square, Plaza Salcedo, to see the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral and enjoy the nightly Dancing Fountain Show ....
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ICT Second Quarter Reflection

The second quarter was a time of big learning for me, especially about how to build things on the internet. The most important thing I discovered was how to correctly use the different kinds of tag attributes. I learned that these attributes are special extra instructions that you add inside a tag to make it change. They tell the tag what color to be, how big to be, or where to go on the page. Getting to know these special instructions has helped me take much better control of the web pages I am learning to make. It was a major step forward from just knowing the basic tags themselves. I did not have very many hard problems during this quarter. Everything went smoothly for the most part, but the toughest challenge I faced was having to put in the tag attributes—or encoding them—perfectly. The computer is very strict. If I missed even one tiny thing, like a quotation mark, a semicolon, or a single letter, the entire attribute would not work. This meant I had to sp...

My Teacher, My Hero

       The 2025 Teacher's Month theme, “My Teacher, My Hero,” is all about seeing teachers as our real-life heroes. They don't wear capes, but they save our future every day. They guide us when we feel lost and help us find our best talents. Teachers are essential for building a better world, one student at a time.           Teachers’ hard work goes far beyond the classroom hours. They spend long nights planning lessons and correcting homework. They commit themselves to helping every student, even when it’s difficult. This dedication is how they hold our future. They teach us important facts, but they also teach us how to be good people, with strong values and discipline. Every time a student succeeds, it is a direct result of their teacher’s care and effort. Their powerful impact lasts our whole lives.           We want to thank them for their incredible hard work and tireless dedication. This dedication ...

Harnessing the Unknown: Science, Society, and the Future

The 2025 National Science Month, called "Harnessing the Unknown," is all about how science and new ideas will shape our future. This theme makes us think about how closely science and society will work together in the years ahead. It's not just about finding new things, but about using those discoveries to make our lives better and solve big problems. For science to truly power our future, we need everyone-scientists, leaders, and everyday people – to work together, understand each other, and think about what's right. As a student in a special science class, the theme "Harnessing the Unknown" really connects with what we do every day. Our class goes beyond just memorizing facts; we’re getting ready for a future that will be completely reshaped by things like AI and dvanced medical treatments. All these new technologies bring up big questions. For instance, our basic electronic subject get us wondering about how automation will affect jobs. Becaus...

Filipinos Resilience in the Face of Climate Change

  😯 CLIMATE CHANGE!😠      Our world is changing fast, and sometimes not for the better. This is especially true for the Philippines, a country often hit hard by things like super typhoons, long droughts, and rising sea levels. These environmental changes aren't just random; they're happening because of a mix of natural processes and human actions, and they're making life tougher for a lot of Filipinos.      One of the biggest reasons for these changes is something called the "greenhouse effect." Think of our Earth like a giant greenhouse. Gases in the atmosphere, like carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, gas) for electricity and cars, trap heat. This trapped heat makes the planet warmer, leading to what we call global warming. This warming messes with weather patterns, making storms more intense and unpredictable. In the Philippines, this means stronger typhoons that can wipe out homes and farms, and longer dry spells that hurt a...

Core Memory Unlocked: ISNHS Intrams

 ðŸ’—      ILOCOS SUR NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURALS      💗 This intramurals day was an absolute vibe, a total core memory in the making. It was way more than just a bunch of games it was a journey from the intense energy of the courts to the chill moments on the sidelines, and it gave me a whole new appreciation for sports! The energy was completely electric, especially during the big games. The boxing match was so hype, I was screaming my head off with the crowd, feeling every punch along with my fighter. It was super intense and made my voice shot from all the nervous excitement. The basketball game was just as wild every shot, and the feeling feeling of hope and anxiety with everyone around me was what made those moments so unforgettable. I never paid much attention to billiards, but watching the match was really interesting. It was a completely different kind of sport, all about silent focus and strategy. It made me want t...

Photo Blog: Coastal Clean-Up Drive

Coastal Clean-Up Drive Last week when we went to Chocosurf, I noticed that there was so much trash around the beach. This was caused by people throwing their trash around the beach. The Young Dreamers Club in our zone has decided to hold a clean-up drive here to help lessen the trash around the beach. So, I have volunteered to participate in the coastal clean-up drive.       We picked up so much trash around the beach, such as plastic bottles, plastic bags, and many more. Every area had different types of trash. After picking up the trashes w e put it in the trash can. We have picked up so many trashes that it didn't fit in the garbage bag we bought. So the rest of it we put it in the garbage around the beach. I hope people will clean their area after eating in the beach and bring their own garbage bag to lessen the trashes and to keep the beach clean.