They were accompanied by ten parent-guardians and LSGH adult leaders, Mrs. Agnes B. Medenilla, Grade School Reading and Mandarin Coordinator, and Miss Maria Johanna M. Batolos, CENTRO Researcher and Liaison for the Chinese Language Program. The group was booked at the Beijing Xihua Hotel with the foothills of the Xiangshan Mountain and the Xishan Mountain as the backdrop.

The success of the first batch of the study tour which was held in 2017, paved the way to organize a sequel. This was dubbed the “Beijing Winter Camp 2019” and was organized by the Grade School Chinese Language Program under the grade school principal,

The Grade School Student Council had the Leadership Training Seminar in Singapore last January 26-29, 2019. A pre-departure gathering took place early morning at the school lobby for our send-off prayer and message given by the grade school principal, Mr. Jose Ramelle E. Javier.

Upon arrival in Singapore, the group was welcomed by the pupils from St. Joseph’s Institution (SJI), the LSGH school counterpart in Singapore. One of the exciting events done was the visit to Universal Studios Singapore. It was really

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PAASCU J. Meany AwardGrade School Principal Receives

The Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU) has named Mr. Jose Ramelle E. Javier, LSGH Grade School Principal, a recipient of the James J. Meany, SJ Service Award in recognition of his enduring pursuit of quality education and his generous commitment to accreditation in the Philippines.

He has served in over fifty survey visits as of late. Mr. Javier’s selfless commitment and passion for academic excellence have contributed significantly to the success of accreditation in the Philippines.

PAASCU conferred the award on November 23, 2018 during its annual General Assembly at the Century Park Hotel, Malate, Manila.

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fun because the time was spent with fellow SC Officers and friends.

The visit to SJI gave the opportunity to meet more pupils and find out many things about their school. A simple performance from the group was done during the SJI’s morning assembly. The council engaged in the Reach out and interacted with the SJI pupils. They were made to experience harvesting spinach which were given to the less fortunate members of the community. They also went to the National Gallery, where old relics and artworks were found really interesting and fun to learn about.

On the last day of the trip, they went back to SJI to have a school tour. The LSGH pupils participated in the different classes but found it hard to communicate because they were speaking Chinese and only a little English.

The school leaders learned a lot of things from the trip especially how to become better leaders and better Lasallians.

The Second China Study Tour happened last January 25 to 29, 2019 with a group of thirteen Grade 5 and three Grade 6 pupils flying to China to participate in an immersion program to have a deeper understanding of the Chinese culture and language.

Mr. Jose Ramelle E. Javier. An invitation was sent out and those who were interested signed-in to join the tour. The general objectives of the study tour were to expose the pupils to the Chinese language and culture, let them experience interacting with Chinese pupils, and visit cultural sites and experience local activities and cuisine.

The young Lasallians interacted mainly, among others, with twenty-one pupils from the Royal’s English Training Center (RETC) in the Changi district of Fujian Province. Each Lasallian was assigned a Chinese pupil who will be his partner while doing interactive activities

The Second China Study Tour: A Huge Success

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The Harbinger of Truth

Vol. XLVIII No. 2March 2019

The Official Newsletter of La Salle Green Hills Grade School Department

Dear Fellow Lasallians,

Congratulations on the second issue of the HASIK!

The year 2018 was declared by the Catholic Church as the Year of the Clergy and Consecrated Persons. Do you know that we, La Salle Brothers, as consecrated men, celebrate this year, too? The term “consecration” generally means “dedicated to a special purpose or service” and in our case, it is to make Christ present in the world of education.

While the Church may have announced that this year belongs to us, it is YOUR year, too. The prayer marking the celebration is a call for all of us to serve, to take care of others and to help transform lives.

May what this issue contains and our individual and collective determination and GRIT inspire the readers to serve with compassion, and be examples of what it really means to GO HIGHER by GIVING HELP.

God bless you.

In St. John Baptist De La Salle,

Br. Victor A. Franco FSCPresident

Dear Lasallian Gentlemen,

The last stretch of the academic cycle is here. It is the time of the year when we find it fit to assess which areas we have quite succeeded and look at those that we can still work further on.

It is an exciting phase, and as equally jovial as the beginning of the year.

One stanza of the lyrics of the song, We’ve Won, popularized by an alumnus of this school, Mr. Gary Valenciano, goes,

“We still carry it bright, the hope and the lightBannering the shield of green and white We will carry it all, just as we’ve always believed from the start We can build up each other and together move on Even if we just light one soul, we’ve won”

This is the part I find very inspiring and encapsulates the year that was. To my mind, this also underpins the winner in each one of you and therefore there is reason to affirm yourselves as Lasallians. For whatever it is that you have plunged into brings about a certain level of learning that you will treasure and make meaning from, for the rest of your life.

Such is the case in the articles by-lined by your fellow Lasallians in this newsletter. The pride, the joy, the spirit of giving and sharing, the memories you hold dearly and your experience of the FOUNDER through your teachers, classmates, the other personnel of the school, and your parents, as told in the every segment of the school paper, are winning moments. All these make you winners of the various pursuits that you undertake.

In St. La Salle,

Mr. Jose Ramelle E. JavierPrincipal

As my batch is nearing our graduation, I would like to share some of the things I have learned over my time in Grade school. We have learned so much, partly because we formed relationships with our teachers, and paid attention to them in class. It’s very important that you have good friendships with your teachers and peers, not only for the sake of having friends, but for the things you can learn from those you become close with. Having good friends that will be there when you need them is an essential part of school life. Another thing that you must do, is to prepare for failure. To be unfazed in the face of challenge and failure is the essence of true grit. You must work hard to excel, and also to be ready for failure. Be ready to fail, for it will happen, but you must persevere and persist and do better next time. Always try to do your best in everything you do in order to succeed. As we are about to leave grade 6, follow our example of grit and greatness. I believe in your abilities, and that you will Grow in Grit, Give Help, and Go Higher!

Master Rori Benjamin V. Barretto, 6A

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Sports EditorsMaster Andre Miguel A. Bacolod, 4AMaster Benjamin Gabriel A. Abalos, 4BMaster Alfonso Emanuel P. Cojuangco, 4GMaster Jairus G. Talusan, 4H

News EditorsMaster Patrick James Javier, 6B Master Franco Joaquin P. Cruz, 6CMaster Jose Raphael B. Beech, 6CMaster Jose Antonio V. Calderon, 6HMaster Jose Gabriel J. Lawis, 5B Master Leandro David S. Banayo, 5EMaster Jiro Gabian C. Galita, 5EMaster Brandon Christian Aquino, 5HMaster Brayden Miguel F. Arato, 4DMaster Kenzo B. De Guia, 4DMaster Michael Sebastian C. King, 4G

Feature EditorsMaster Jacob Cromwell G. Sanchez, 5CMaster Parbhjot Singh Sidhu, 5CMaster Rui Franco A. Chua, 5FMaster Joel Edward V. Gutierrez, 5F

Master Hernando Emmanuel S. Ubano, 5FMaster Gil Benedict O. Maliksi, 5G Master Ferdinand Raphael W. Reytas, 5GMaster Joachim Marcus V. Zabala, 5GMaster Alfonso Manolo P. Hernandez, 4BMaster Waynewright Wisdom L. Sanchez, 4CMaster Niel Charles P. Hingzon, 4EMaster Joshua Jereme G. Yulo, 4E

CartoonistsMaster Joseph Tristan C. Buenaventura, 5AMaster Worthington Willem L. Sanchez, 5H

ModeratorMrs. Jennifer A. Jarlego

AdviserMiss Ma. Riza Y. Bulaong

Editor-in-ChiefMaster Rori Benjamin V. Barretto, 6A

Associate EditorMaster Ryon M. Navarro, 6A

Managing EditorsMaster Dylan A. Foss, 5DMaster Savio Benjamin P. Biyo, 4D

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A Season of Givingby the LSGH U9’s

Grade School EDSOR Peace Camp 2019

PURPOSEFULNESS

The La Salle Green Hills Student Council is the highest governing student body that acts as liaison between the

pupils and the administration or faculty members.

Last February 4, 2019, the candidates for the TEAM GREENIES and TEAM ARCHERS had their MEETING DE AVANCE held at the FMAC. Candidates, who were nominated by the class officers from Grades 2-5, gave their reasons why they were running and their plans for the student body and school once elected. 

On February 7, 2019, pupils from Grades 2-5 were able to exercise their voting rights during their Araling Panlipunan class. Congratulations to all of the candidates who ran for the STUDENT COUNCIL SY 2019-2020. Win or lose, all of the candidates will become members of the Student Council body. They will all work together with one goal, which is to serve and develop a better environment for the student body and the administration/faculty members of LSGH.

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The Gawad Kalinga Community got early Christmas gifts last December 16, 2018. The LSGH U9 Football Team chose the GK SipaG U9 and U10 players as recipients because of their common love for football and also as a way of giving back to its home city, Mandaluyong.

The GK SipaG program was derived from the words “sipag” which means diligence and “sipa” which means to kick. It symbolizes the main value of the program and captures the grassroots spirit of football. The SipaG program which has been running since 2005 uses the format of street football or futsal to build awareness of the game and develop leadership alongside football skills. Even without a proper pitch and relying mostly on donors and volunteer coaches, many players from the program were able to gain sports scholarships in various high schools and universities thus giving them better chances in life. The turnover of gifts was done at the Gawad Kalinga global headquarters in Mandaluyong City on the same day the children’s Christmas party was held. The U9 players hope that their gifts of used and unused shoes, socks, shin guards, training uniforms, and water bottles would go a long way to help our less fortunate brothers and sisters.

Image of kids used with permission of Coach Dennis Montealto of the Gawad Kalinga SipaG Program.

like to be a leader outside of school. If we, leaders, unite

as one, even at a young age, we can help shape and lead the future as we grow. As Lasallian leaders, let’s focus first on being mindful than focusing on matters around us because we cannot solve our problems without being mindful and knowing what to do. If we cannot even solve our own problems, we cannot lead others and solve their problems. To all the future leaders, always remember that as you lead, you shouldn’t form more followers, you should form more leaders.

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about the other pupils through the Icebreaker activity. After that, sessions on mindfulness and “being in the moment” were given. They were able to appreciate every minute of life and were able to relax and relieve stress and got involved in activities of cooperation and strategy. This tested how good their communication with each other was, how much trust they had in each other and how they could organize a perfect and concise plan that they would follow throughout the activity. The event ended with a perfect closure, the Holy Eucharist, to help everyone reflect on the whole journey they just went through as leaders and to thank God for this perfect opportunity. Before going back to their respective schools, the pupils gave out letters to their group mates and said their final goodbye.

This was a great opportunity for pupil leaders. It gave them a glimpse of what it was

Last January 24, 2019, the annual Grade School EDSOR Peace Camp was held at Immaculate Concepcion Academy. Selected pupil leaders from La Salle Green Hills, St. Pedro Poveda College, Xavier School, and Immaculate Concepcion Academy gathered together for this special event. The event had team-building activities and sessions on mindfulness and meditation.

It started off with the pupils from the four schools divided into several groups that they were with for the day. They were able to introduce themselves and got to know more

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The Lasallian community is one community I’ve already adapted to and is a part of my life. I have been in LSGH since I was in Kinder and I’ve been a proud Lasallian all these years.

“Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God.”

“Live Jesus in our hearts! Forever!”The prayer “Live Jesus in our Hearts was

composed by Saint John Baptist De La Salle and is regarded as the distinct prayer of the Lasallian community. Most of our personal prayers end with this brief and oft-repeated prayer provided by our founder. But the introduction to these prayers which Lasallians recited for over three hundred years, are often introduced with the phrase “Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God”.

Do we really mean it when we say “Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God”? Should this be done only before we pray or should it precede all actions that we need to do during the day?

For St. John Baptist De La Salle, remembering the presence of God is absolutely essential before he performs his educational duties well. He fills his writings with exhortations to remember God’s presence.

Our founder taught that remembering the presence of God is the first step in preparation for prayer but he also said “The remembrance of God’s presence will be a great advantage in helping you and in inspiring you to do all your actions well.”

The message is clear: we are always standing on holy ground. Why focus on the presence of God? What difference does it make anyway?

St. John Baptist De La Salle urges the Lasallian teachers to “recognize Jesus beneath the poor rags of the children” entrusted to their care. See beneath the surface; look beyond the presentation.

Remembering and recognizing the presence of God is a distinguishing mark of a Lasallian school.

“Remembering the presence of God reminds us of the limitless goodness and potential in each person we encounter. Every encounter with one another is an encounter with God. Before all else - before any lessons, before worrying any exams, before anything else, remember the presence of God.”

On his death bed, our founder prayed, adoring God present as a guide in all the events of his life. If the life of the Founder was saturated with an awareness of the presence of God, so was that of the early Brothers and our Brothers of today.

The Founder urged the Brothers to begin this period of prayer by placing themselves in the presence of God, offering them six ways in which to think of God as present: in a place, either 1) because God is everywhere, or 2) in the community gathered in God’s name; in ourselves, either 3) as sustaining us in existence, or 4) by grace and the Holy Spirit; in church, 5) the house of God, or 6) by reason of the presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament.

Finally, our Founder’s spirituality, his own and the spirituality he urged on his teachers, was especially attentive to the presence of God in persons, first of all in themselves, as noted above, and then in a special way, in the students entrusted to their care.

“Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God” is a reminder that sharing the mission of his Christian schools includes sharing a constant awareness of the presence of the God in whose name the mission is carried out.

The problem with any formula is that if repeated so often, it loses its meaning and may become something that can be taken lightly or treated as routine.

The word “remember” presumes that one is not addressing the presence of God for the first time. It implies that we have forgotten something and of course, we have.

In our classroom, in the rush to get to a club meeting on time, in the lower field or while preparing to participate in any activity, God can hardly be at the forefront of our immediate concerns. Time out, then, to remember What and Who is at the center of it all.

Saint John Baptist De La Salle said: “How does attention to the holy presence of God serve to regulate our actions by the spirit of faith? First, it

The Mark of every LSGH Gentleman

The Presence of God, A Lasallian PracticeFaithfulness

In the Lasallian community, there is a great sense of respect and religiousness. In class, first thing you do is start of with a prayer and after which you greet your teacher good morning, or good afternoon. In the hallway we also greet our teachers “good morning” or “good afternoon”. When we see Lasallian Brothers, we make the gesture “mano po” to them. I see high school pupils doing that all the time most especially to their teachers whenever they encounter them in the hallways, cafeteria, basically anywhere in La Salle. The Lasallian community stresses on us being faithful to God

and to follow the attributes that St. John Baptist De La Salle had. Lasallian attributes are also a part of this community. Without them, we wouldn’t have a single idea on what being a true Lasallian is about. We truly pay respect to everyone in the school, whenever there is a janitor in the classroom or technician, we make it a habit of greeting them “good morning” or “good afternoon” and when they’re done, we always say “Thank you po Kuya or Ate”.

The Lasallian community is something I am proud of and I am truly grateful for being part of this community. This community is one that stands out and in it, I feel like the people in this community are already my family.

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makes us perform them through respect for God. Second, it causes us to act modestly and with recollection on account of the holy presence. Third, it preserves us from sin as being displeasing and offensive in God’s sight.”

“What characterizes the life of the saints is their continual attention to God. This should also be true of souls consecrated to God, who seek only to do His holy will, to love Him, and cause him to be loved by others. This should be your entire preoccupation on earth; to accomplish this should be the goal of all your work.”

Being part of the spirit of faith, the exercise of the presence of God should play a key role in the life of a Lasallian.

A “life of union with God”, is an expression which fully justifies the importance which the presence of God holds.

Reference: The Presence of God – Br. Jacques Goussin, FSC Brothers of the Christian Schools Via Aurelia 476 00165 Rome, Italy October 2005.

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Eleventh-time International Visual Arts Awardee Master Worthington Willem Lodriga-Sanchez, 5H, or better known as Worth Lodriga, “Little Picasso of the Philippines” globally, wins his second 7-Star Artist Award in Junior Picasso International Art Contest in India.

Picasso Art Contest is an international online art competition that’s open for all children of age group 6-19 years old. It was started to motivate their artistic and creative minds. Participants are from countries including USA, UK, Canada, India, UAE, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Australia and many more. This international competition has amazingly attracted art lovers from 129+ countries.

It was indeed a night of victory and blessing for the delegates of La Salle Green Hills to the 40th Catholic Mass Media Awards Night last November 14, 2018.

The Grade School Student Organ, Luntiang Panulat and The Bow and Arrow, the literary folio of the Grade School faculty and staff, bested the other school publications as they won the Best Student Organ and the Best in Local Community/Parish Newspaper, respectively.

PERSEVERANCE

Another feather in his cap

LSGH Greenies Bring Home the Crown From Bangkok, Thailand!

Worth wins second 7-Star Artist Award:

The LSGH-Team Pilipinas won the prestigious Trail International School Basketball Tournament Dragon’s Cup 12 Under Boys category held in Bangkok, Thailand last October 28-30, 2018.

Under the guidance of their coaches, headed by Coach Justin Tan and Matthew Sia and assisted by Mr. Joshua Sevidal and Mr. Rene Flores, the Greenies proved that the price of success is really hard work and determination. Let me share to you their thoughts on this recent event:

How did you prepare for the event? “We practiced regularly and memorized plays. Our coaches never slacked. Our goal was to win whatever it takes. Our coaches made us play against bigger and older boys in LSGH to get used to what is waiting for us in Thailand. All the hard work paid off!” – Zio T. Hizon, 7I

“I worked hard by going to training everyday so I can give my best for the tournament. My family and I prayed everyday so we will win.” – Jeffrey Dean De Leon Hizon Jr., 6C

“We prepared through daily team practice and tune-up games. We had a send-off mass for guidance and blessing for our trip.” - Ryle Andrei L. Castro, 5D

“With the help of our coaches, we practiced everyday to make sure that we were prepared for the games. I also heard mass with my family and with our team so that we will be blessed on our journey.” – Dylon Xavier C. Natividad, 4C

What is your most memorable experience during the tournament?“Playing with bigger, stronger foreign players twice my size, but was able to manage and play with confidence because of the skills and training I learned from my coaches. You can measure height, but can never measure HEART.” – Miguel Francisco C. Mendoza, 7G

“It was indeed a memorable experience being able to play abroad with my team carrying the LSGH flag. I was able to have more time to be with our coaches, teammates and their families. Most of all, I had the entire week with my family watching the games and trying various Thai food!” – Franko Miguel C. Osis, 6H

“It’s the camaraderie among my teammates, coaches and parents. I was very proud to represent our country and school and we made it as champions.” – Janeil Sebastian V. Peralta, 6H

“It was when I was convincing myself not to be nervous and just play with my heart. I told myself that I was going to contribute in any way. And then I shot my first basket. The feeling was glorious!” – Karlos Benedict C. Legarde, 5B

How does it feel bringing home the crown for LSGH?“It’s always an honor to bring home the crown for our Alma Mater. There is a feeling of great satisfaction that all the hard work in practice and preparation finally paid off and a sense of accomplishment that you have achieved excellence in your field.” – Gian Azriel R. Gomez, 6H

“I feel very proud winning the championship both for my country and LSGH. I played hard and gave

everything I’ve got so that I can bring pride to my school. It’s a great honor representing my school against other schools from different countries and I hope to do it again in the future.” – Dominic S. Tuason, 5D

“I feel so blessed to be a part of this champion team. It was such a great opportunity to represent our beloved school and our country to compete abroad and bring home the championship. This is a one of a kind experience and I will work harder to help the team win more championships in the future.” – Dwayne Chadwick E. Nonato, 4E

The young Lasallian first received his 7-Star Artist Award in 2016. This was his first time to join, being the only Filipino to bag the highest award in the competition and earning his title “Little Picasso of the Philippines.” He won the same award in 2018 that brought pride and glory not only for La Salle Green Hills but for the Philippines as well.

This 2018 Junior Picasso winning entry depicts a hardworking Filipino farmer showcasing our cultural traits and values in a Philippine–themed setting. It’s entitled “Sikap at Tiyaga.”

Worth has been dubbed as a Filipino child prodigy for he produces meaningful and deep masterpieces to the level of an adult expert artist. He has been continuously winning art competitions both locally and internationally and currently preparing for his one-man exhibit with the help of his art mentor, his mother, who is also a painter and an architect by profession.

Inspired and having the will and grit to achieve his goal of making Filipinos known not only in Asia but globally is what this young artist prays and works hard for. Competing, guesting and getting interviewed in his Philippine flag jacket say it all.

In the young artist’s Facebook Page—Worth Lodriga, he thanked everyone especially our Creator for all the love and support. He is a Lasallian showing grit, going higher yet staying humble, and dedicating his wins for our beloved Philippines.

by Master Dylan A. Foss, 5D

LSGH wins anew at the 40th CMMALuntiang Panulat has been

receiving the prestigious CMMA for the past years. This is their fourth, one win short of the coveted Hall of Fame Award. The Bow and Arrow, on the other hand, is only on its second year of publication. Fortunately, it won on its first attempt to join the award-giving body.

The awards are testaments of pupils’ and teachers’ hardwork and perseverance to grow in grit and go higher.

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The LSGH SBP Team A scored their fourth straight National Small Basketeers of the Philippines (SBP) Division championship after beating University of the Visayas, 52-48, during the national finals of the 33rd SBP Passerelle Twin Tournament sponsored by Milo at the University of the Assumption in San Fernando City, Pampanga last November 25, 2018.

Headed by Coach Justin Tan, assisted by Coach Matthew Sia, Coach Joshua Sevidal, and Coach Rene Flores, they fought hard until the last second to ensure the victory for LSGH.

DETERMINATION

The brilliant, competitive, and hardworking SBP Champions are Master Michael Zion R. Cortez 7D, Master Lorenzo Alfonso T. Hizon 7I, Master Andre Mikael D. Minas 7B, Master Ranz Ezekiel U. Muyuela 7E, Master Gian Azriel R. Gomez 6H, Master Bryan Andrei L. Hachuela 6B, Master Janeil Sebastian V. Peralta 6H, Master Justin John Prex. D. Sison 6E, Master Joaquin Alessandro Z. Torres 6C, Master Camilo Miguel R. Jugo 5H, Master Dominic S. Tuason 5D, Master Allexi Stephen R. Gacrama 4D, Master Dwayne Chadwick E. Nonato 4E, Master Carlos Miguel D Victolero 4H, and Master Alfonso Rafael D. Villavicencio 4H.

Speaking to the five graduating players, I was able to ask them what they think were the winning factors in their 4-peat victory.

“I think what helped us the most to win the championship were the strategies and rotation of players by our coaches and the whole team that played not for themselves, but for each other.” – Michael Zion R. Cortez, 7D

“Basketball is a head to head competition between two teams. There are factors like mental, physical and emotional factors that should be considered to determine which team has the better chance of winning. Coach Justin prepared each of us with the proper conditioning and strengthening that developed our good mental skills. It is important that each player has the knowledge of both offensive and defensive moves of the game.” – Justin John Prex D. Sison, 6E

And as part of the champion team in the previous years, what advice can they give to their younger teammates?

“Leaving my brothers in the SBP Team, I would like to remind them to keep working hard, always listen to their coaches and continue making history for LSGH. Championship is not won overnight, they have to train hard, be disciplined, and stay focused on their goal. Also, they should always play as a team and pray to God for guidance.” – Andre Mikael D. Minas, 7B

“It was a privilege to be part of the SBP Championship in the three previous years (2016, 2017, 2018). I also started as part of the youngest group working my way until I reached my senior year. My only advice to my younger teammates is to work hard, practice hard, stay focused. Hard work beats talent any day... And always be a team player!” – Lorenzo Alfonso T. Hizon, 7I

“To my younger teammates, as you also now become part of this kind of experience, always remember to be humble as there will always be room for greatness and improvement in every winning game. Be grateful for all these blessings as God has always been guiding us throughout our success. As a student athlete, it is very important to balance academics and sports since these two are vital to one’s growth and development into standing as a Lasallian. Keep loving each game as much as how you can, love learning and bringing out the best in your studies.” – Ranz Ezekiel U. Muyuela, 7E

Congratulations and may you always continue to live the ANIMO in your minds and hearts!

Meet the 4-Peat Milo SBP Champions

A Season of Camaraderie: BROTHER’S CUP 2019

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Basketball… Volleyball… Badminton… to Teachers, Parents, Administration Staff, Security Office Staff, Canteen helpers – in one event?

Ever heard of the BROTHER’S CUP? Each year, the La Salle Green Hills

Community meets face to face not to fight but to showcase their talents in the field of sports. It’s that time of the year wherein teamwork, solidarity and loyalty to their teams are tested to achieve one goal — to win!

The Brother’s Cup is a tournament that started in the S.Y. 1994-1995 under the Sports Athletics and Recreation Office (SPAR). The SPAR was the progenitor of the now—Sports Program Development Office or (SPDO). It was a combination of the P.E. Department and the varsity coaches who are mostly P.E. coaches. Coach Roy Samson, former Head of SPAR, along with Libner Bautista and Roel Santoalla, led the very first Brother’s Cup with Coach Rene Baena as its first Commissioner.

LSGH’s President, Br. Victor A. Franco, FSC, tasked SPAR to create the BROTHER’S CUP which evolved from the LSGH EMPLOYEES’ SPORTS FEST, a 2-3 day sports event --to a league type competition that now spans for a duration of almost the whole school year. It started with the traditional ball sports – basketball and volleyball only. Later on, it included other sports like darts, billiards and badminton. This year, only 3 sports remained –basketball, volleyball and badminton.

Last January 9, 2019, the Brother’s Cup 2019 Opening was held in the

St. Benilde Gymnasium. Twelve (12) teams paraded in front of the committee, brothers, speakers and guests. Teams include: (1) La Salle Parents Association (LSPA); (2) Administrative Services Department and Buildings and Grounds Office (ASDBGO); (3) St. Benilde Canteen; (4) De La Salle Philippines (DLSP); (5) Grade School (GS); (6) High School (HS); (7) La Salle Mission Office (LMO); (8) President’s Office; (9) Support Staff Club (SSC); (10) Safety and Security Office (SSO); (11) Technological Management Center (TMC); and (12) Zaide Canteen Services.

This year’s Brother’s Cup headed by Mr. Rayvincent Matthew J. Bienvenida of SPDO, will award trophies to the champions for each sport event on March 15, 2019 at the FMAC.

A season of strength, perseverance, will, loyalty, peace, and most especially, love, is what this league is about as this is the time where the LSGH Community showcases camaraderie as one whole family, One La Salle. This is what the Brother’s Cup is all about!

by Master Waynewright Wisdom Lodriga Sanchez, 4C

by Master Jairus G. Talusan, 4H

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Global WarmingAin’t Cool!

Global warming is the increasing average temperature of the earth and the earth becomes hotter and hotter. This is also called the greenhouse effect. How does this happen?

There are three greenhouse gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect. These are carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide. These gases are produced from pollution and smoke coming from factories and cars. The greenhouse effect is too much greenhouse gases in the atmosphere which produces a thick layer around the earth which traps more heat.

If we do not stop this, it will lead to loss of human lives, plants, and animals. We should solve this problem because this is the only place we live in.

Here are some things we can do to stop global warming:• Plantmore trees because trees absorb

carbon dioxide• Reduce,reuseandrecycle• Turn off electronic devices when not

in use• Beaware

Come on Lasallians, let’s do our part and save the earth!

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Getting sick is a part of life. Everybody experiences this and has learned ways to cope with it.

Things get complicated when it comes to pupils getting sick. It is highly possible to spread the sickness to classmates especially in an enclosed area such as the classroom. If this happens, pupils may be absent for several days and their schooling suffers. But fear not! We can combat these sicknesses with our first line of defense, our IMMUNE SYSTEM. Basically, the

The Immune System – Your First Line of Defenseimmune system is a network of cells, tissues and organs, that through a series of steps called the immune response, and with the help of antibodies, attack organisms and substances that invade the body system. All we have to do is to boost our immune systems with these simple ways:1. Watch your diet – Eat more fruits and

vegetables. Boosting nutrients can be found in carrots, green leafy vegetables and citrus fruits such as oranges, dalandan and lemons.

2. Proper ZZZZ time – Try to get 8 hours of sleep a day. After a strenuous activity, try to rest and recover first before moving on to the next one.

3. Guard against pollutants – avoid smoke from cigarettes, roasters and vehicle emissions as well

as dust. If needed, wear a face mask for protection.4. Go out and exercise –

Some immunity is developed when exposed to the elements. So let go of that

gadget and head outside and get some sun and sweat.5. Manage stress – The mind and the body

always work hand in hand. The state of one’s mind is often reflected in the person’s overall health.

A stressed and troubled mind may cause the body to weaken. So release all that negativity from your head, find the good in everyone and most of all SMILE!

If these practices are done regularly, our immune system can do its job efficiently in fighting disease.

by Master Andre Miguel A. Bacolod, 4A

by Master Savio Benjamin P. Biyo, 4D

Last January 26 to 29, 2019, the La Salle Green Hills Student Council went to Singapore for a leadership training.

We stayed in the dormitory of Saint Patrick’s School Singapore but most of the activities were held in St. Joseph Singapore, our partner school. In their school they practiced hydroponics, they had a place to plant and harvest vegetables without soil, they were using sponges! During our stay there, they let us harvest some of the planted spinach. We gave the spinach to the elderly for them to cook for themselves.

I learned that a lot of people in Singapore leave their elderly in a home which is different from how we take care of our elderly. The classroom settings in Singapore is also different, their school have both boys and girls pupils. They have time out chairs inside the classroom and on the hallway. They are allowed to go out and play in the field during their recess and lunch breaks. I learned that not all schools are the same and it is good to be different.

Practicing Hydroponics

by Master Alfonso Emanuel P. Cojuangco, 4G

OPENNESS

Did you know that the term “single-use” was named by Collins Dictionary as word of 2018? What does the term mean and why was it chosen?

The term refers to products that are often made of plastic and is thrown away after just one use. These are the straws and plastic cups used with our favorite drinks, plastic spoons and forks from fast-food restaurants, mineral water bottles, plastic packaging, and so many others that have become part of our

LSGH Cares:Small Steps Make a Big Difference

2. Use biodegradable trash bags. It’s hard to be completely zero-waste in school and at home. To help the environment, we can ask our parents to use biodegradable trash bags. Remember to segregate trash!

3. Use ecobags. Ecobags are helpful not only in supermarkets but also in malls. Refuse the packaging, if you can, and put your purchases in your ecobags. It helps to always have ecobags ready.

4. Build ecobricks. Did you know that you can make bricks out of plastic? If you have plastics that you can no longer reuse, cut them up into small squares and put in a plastic bottle (can be small or big). Do this until the bottle is tightly packed. Build lots of these ecobricks and drop-off at designated sites. Check out Ecobricks Philippines for more ideas.

5. Support R34T. Send in your recyclables to our school’s R34T program. It’s a great effort that promotes love for the environment and proper waste management.

What other steps can you think of? Remember, our efforts, no matter how small, can make a great impact. Lasallians care for the environment so let’s do our share.

daily lives. Did you know that the use of these plastics increased four times over the last five years?

What does it mean for “single-use” to be chosen as word of 2018? It means that people are becoming more and more aware of the effects of using single-use products on the environment. Have you noticed some fast-food chains skipping the straw on Fridays? Some have chosen to use paper straws instead. Groceries in Metro Manila and in some provinces have already banned using plastics for packing and have urged the use of ecobags that you can reuse.

As kids, what can we do to help in this growing no-to-single-use and zero-waste movement? Here are some ideas: 1. Bring your own. When you go to the

malls, for example, bring your own reusable water bottle, cutleries, and metal or glass straws.

DO YOU HAVE IT?

ArtificialIntelligence

What’s In?Have you ever heard of the term

artificial intelligence?

First of all, what is it? It is all about machines, possessing human attributes like reading, speaking, seeing and even emotion. It can also complete tasks with the process of learning something during the process. It can do tasks that are complicated and can finish them much faster than humans.

Artificial intelligence has so many benefits it can offer to us. One is that it can do complicated tasks with ease or daily tasks that take time for us, humans, to perfect. With A.I., you can simply put the simple algorithms and patterns for it to get the task done. Secondly, they have indefinite times of work. For example, we, humans, work for about 8-10 hours a day, with A.I. they can work anytime and can operate in an indefinite time period. Lastly, it can be used by anyone and it makes fewer errors. Anyone can have A.I. with smart houses powered by A.I. and it comes with having much more fewer errors when tasked to do something compared to a human. However, there are also some disadvantages with A.I. It may be a bit pricey since it’s new and it offers a lot to the people. It may also lessen the employment since big companies would rather invest to something more efficient and effective. It may also lack that sense of creativity since it’s just a program compared to the creativity of a human who actually thought of creating A.I.

In conclusion, artificial intelligence is new to us and we still need to study it a bit more since it is very new to the market. It has plenty of benefits yes, but we still can’t overlook the disadvantages of this technology. Artificial intelligence is a new technological trend and is a big step towards the future, but we still have to approach it with caution.

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by Master Michael Sebastian C. King, 4G

One of the most popular and recommended games is Super Smash Brothers Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch console.

I have been playing this game to find out why. Not only is it a fun game, but it also helps you build hand-eye coordination. It also involves creating a strategy to win. It is a game wherein you play different characters that battle each other in a fun way that is not too violent. In the normal mode, you start out with only a couple of characters while you have to unlock the rest through winning battles against the computer or by playing adventure mode. In adventure mode, you start out as Kirby. You can also play online and earn Smash Tags. Spirits are a new feature in the game, it boosts your character’s strength or makes it immune to some attacks. I suggest if you want to play this game, you should start with the normal mode vs the adventure mode.

My favorite activity in the game is called Smash Down. I recommend you play this once you have completed all 74 characters. It is one of the few games available that can have 8 players. A super smash tournament with family is a must try, but a tournament with friends is the best!

by Master Alfonso Emanuel P. Cojuangco, 4G

by Master Francis Gabriel V. Nagaño, 4B

Trending Game for 2019

9RELIABILITY

Last December 15, 2018, LSGH has commenced its annual Lantern Parade and Christmas Fair which showcased the pupils’ talents and care for the birth of Jesus.

This has always been celebrated by Nursery to Grade 5 pupils. It has always been memorable from the past years until now to see my classmates spend their time with their families and celebrate Christmas joyfully. Every year, each grade level makes an environment-friendly Christmas lantern and display it for everybody to see. Aside from that, all of the pupils from Nursery to Grade 5 have made little lanterns during art class. It symbolizes the star that guided the three kings to the manger. It is also a symbolism of success of light over darkness and also gives hope to our

SMART KIDS ASIA PHILIPPINES hosted its 5th grand Filipino family-oriented event featuring vast educational and fun activities held last January 26-27, 2019 at Halls 1 and 2 of the SMX Convention Center in SM Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

It is Asia’s Largest Educational Kids’ Fair that combined education, health and family bonding activities that offered parents unparalleled opportunities that helped parents unlock the potentials and discovered the strengths of their child whether in music, arts, sports culinary arts and in other fields.

Since it started in the Philippines in 2014, SMART KIDS ASIA PHILIPPINES has been partnering with well-known brands to bring together interactive booths, engaging classes, exciting stage performances and many other innovative activities not only for the kids but for the whole family to enjoy.

Why Smart Education? It gives a great enrichment options and opportunity to research and select the best possible

Only the Very Best, the Lantern Parade

SMART KIDS ASIA PH 2019Learning, Innovation and Fun All in One Site!

very festive because of the bazaars, game booths, food stalls, and huge colorful inflatable slides which were truly enjoyed by the children. The event ended with the grand raffle draw.

The Christmas Fair and Lantern Parade were a success because of the pupils, their families and most of all, the teachers who helped in making the lanterns and choreographing the Christmas dance. I didn’t win in the raffle draw, however, this will always be a memorable

event. I will always miss this event through the upcoming school years.

At the entrance, kids and adults were asked to register and get their tickets. Upon registration, kids were given Quest Guides to help them explore the halls filled with booths and classrooms for different

activities to choose from. The Quest guides had a Stamp Page wherein kids had to complete 36 stamps so they could get to bring home premium goodie bags that they had to claim at the assigned redemption booth. They also gave special loot bags to the first 100 kids who registered early during Day 1.

Entertainment was organized as well by SMART KIDS ASIA PHILIPPINES wherein families can watch

perform and meet invited celebrities like The Kramers, YEY! Kids of ABS-CBN, Emman Frank, kid host of PTV 4’s Just for Kids and to top it all – our very own Master Worthington Willem Lodriga-Sanchez of 5H, most well-known globally as Worth Lodriga, The Little Picasso of the Philippines.

Aside from the awesome program on-stage, kids and adults can try out different classes like art workshops, culinary workshops, singing workshops and a lot more. Archery, jump yard-fun and remote control car racing were just few of the fun-filled booths that guests enjoyed as well.

It’s indeed a 2-day fun-filled experience with fun, learning and discovery that kids and their parents enjoyed and cherished. SMART KIDS ASIA PHILIPPINES 2019 fostered strong family ties while shaping kids’ personality and potential.

by Master Waynewright Wisdom Lodriga Sanchez, 4C

fellow Filipinos during Christmas Season. These little lanterns were used as props in the Lantern Parade Dance.

The colorful event started with a Eucharistic celebration. I, together with my fellow LSGH Boy’s Choir, sang Christmas songs. After the mass, the Nursery pupils started showcasing their dance number followed by the rest of the grade school pupils. A talent showcase was also held at the BDC. Selected boys showed their creativity and brought entertainment to their audience. The Christmas fair was

by Master Dylan A. Foss, 5D

activity fit for the child’s learning needs. Kids were able to benefit from the numerous educational activities which have been designed to nurture the various aspects of childhood growth.

Why Smart Family? It aims to strengthen family relationships because psychologists believe that children learn the most from their family, and what they become in life depending on their family life and relationship. Kids with strong family ties are happier.

Why Smart Health? Its mission is to advance family health through learning, discovery and communication. Smart Health focuses on gathering suitable health products and services for children. A healthy lifestyle contributes to a happy life; thus parents and children are encouraged to engage in some form of physical activities on a regular basis and to keep a close watch on their nutrition.

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How I Grew Up in School

JOYFULNESS

Summer is one of the most awaited time of the year. The sky is blue, the sun is bright and even windy sometimes. This is a nice opportunity to enjoy the weather.

There are so many things to do during this time. A lot of people, especially the kids, are excited because school days are over. Here are some of the tips I could share with you on how to spend your summer wisely:

• Eaticecreamoutside• Rideabike• Gotoawaterpark

• Watchamovieinthecinema• Dosomecharityworks• Havefuninthebeach• Travelwithyourfamily• Enjoysometropicaldrinks• Swiminthepool• Learntoplayaninstrument• Learnacertainsportlikebaseball,basketball

and others• Picksomefruits• Flyakite• Haveapicnicandroastmarshmallows• Readabook

Have fun and enjoy the summertime because there are so many cool activities. These will definitely keep you all busy. This is the best and my favorite season of the year. Get ready with your swim shorts because summer is just around the corner. ENJOY, CHILL andHAVEFUN!

Know How? Piko Game

Have you seen the new playground at Quadrangle 2? Are you familiar with the markings for the game? LSGH, get ready to sweat and play the game of Piko.

Piko was recently added at Quadrangle 2 as part of the newly installed, the Brother Dominic Aquinas Berardelli FSC Academic Playground. It gives a great opportunity for pupils to try out the different traditional Filipino kiddie games.

Piko was one of the famous games played by our parents during their childhood. Back in the old days, children would play this after school, and during weekends with their neighbors and friends. This, indeed, is a fun game, and I wish they will add more Filipino games like this. With your “pato” with you, let us get it on!

I was sitting one morning alone in the veranda when I saw my Mommy folding old clothes for hand-me-down and I saw my family day t-shirts from Kinder 1 to Grade 6 placed in the big basket.

To my dismay, what entered my mind is the question of – why not making them a legacy of my family days’ celebration in La Salle Green Hills? Also, I don’t feel good if they will be gone from my closet …

Nevertheless, I got them and returned to my drawer which gave me more of a thought to keep them as interest items (souvenir/collection) worth keeping which influenced me to write a short article as these t-shirts are exquisite which

by Master Jose Antonio V. Calderon, 6H

will serve as an evolution of our grade school activities together with our beloved parents/guardians during our elementary level days.

Who among my classmates from Kinder 1 to Grade 6 can remember that you wore one of these t-shirts? Did you ever participate in the family games competing with other sections with the spirit of camaraderie as one big family? Moreso, the following motto/themes will remind us if we are winners or losers of the different events:Kinder : K1Grade 1 : F1 Number OneGrade 2 : 2 TRANSFORMGrade 3 : 3 OF LIFEGrade 4 : 4 AWAKENSGrade 5 : #GIMME 5-ANIMOGrade 6 : M16 – NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE

A very significant episode of our childhood days cum memories with La Salle Green Hills. What a true-blooded Lasallian – ANIMO La Salle!!! Would you like to keep your Family Day T-shirts, too?

Tips on how to spend your summer wisely and fun

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by Master Brayden Miguel F. Arato, 4D

by Master Dylan A. Foss, 5D

New face of Quad 2: Learning in a unique and fun way

by Master Dylan A. Foss, 5D

cafeteria. The wonderful designs were conceptualized by our Math Coordinator, Mrs. Rowena Malasig.

These games are important for the young Lasallians because they develop their cognitive, social, physical and emotional strength. They also allow the pupils to engage and interact with other children. They improve the quality of relationships with others. The pupils could also easily learn numbers and mathematical equations in a natural way through play and other fun activities.

I am happy that there are educational ideas like these that could integrate Math and Science together. I hope that the students would learn and have fun at the same time through these games. The students will always be grateful for the creativity, dedication, enthusiasm, effort and organization that the administration and faculty members show and give to us Lasallians. Hoping to see more creative and fun ideas like these in the years to come.

During the Math and Science Week Celebration, LSGH upgraded and transformed the Grade School Quadrangle into an educational schoolyard and it is now named as Brother Dominic Aquinas Berardelli FSC Academic Playground.

The school painted some of the popular children’s games like different hopscotch designs and multiplication ladder on the ground. Aside from these unique ideas, they have also added some board games like the Tic-Tac-Toe and the Sudoku puzzles on the tables located outside the grade school

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Winter Wonder Time!

Wonder

The day after Christmas, my family and I flew to Tokyo, Japan. It was our first trip to Japan and our first time to experience the winter season.

It was nighttime when we landed in Japan, it was very cold at 3°C. It was a pleasant change from the hot weather in Manila. It was an hour and a half of travel time from the airport to our hotel, I noticed there was no traffic and the roads were clean. The people at the hotel were friendly and helpful even if they were having a hard time speaking English. There was a convenience store at the hotel lobby and the food were surprisingly delicious and filling. We found ourselves finding excuses to go back to the store to buy breakfast, ice cream or chocolates.

We visited many places in Tokyo that we only saw in TV or social media. Shibuya Crossing was busy and exciting,

by Master Leandro David S. Banayo, 5E

I was reflecting on what I have accomplished and achieved in the past year. Looking back, I am truly proud

of myself and my fellow officers, and so I decided to recount my journey to the presidency and my journey to lead others to a better and brighter future.

A big part of that was the benchmarking program the Student Council had last January 26-29 in Singapore. I talked with my friends who went with me on the International Leadership Training, recollecting our thoughts of what had happened on the trip. We remembered the fun times we had in the trip, the drama and the learnings that we had, all sum up to be an amazing experience for everyone who went to the training.

We all were able to experience the wonder of Singapore, and we all saw the beautiful wonders of the country. All of us were amazed by each of the buildings we saw. My group and I went together to Universal Studios and had so much fun wandering around the magnificent park and going on the thrilling rides. We also visited the National Gallery of Singapore, which contained beautiful and evoking paintings and historical artifacts and works. It was a truly amazing experience, each of us in awe at the magnificence of the country. Another famous landmark we visited was Marina Bay, and we were amazed by the beautiful, intricate and magnificent architecture in that area. The view of the ocean and the Merlion with beautiful skies was simply a divine sight to see.

Singapore Trip But all the enjoyment and beauty we saw during the trip were accompanied by the sad truth that such success and beauty comes at the cost of the loss of livelihood of some people who worked hard for their country. Many poor communities have been formed because of losing their jobs, and many of them are elderly people who

cannot sustain themselves. With this sad truth in mind, courageous people took the initiative to help all they could, and we were lucky enough to meet these unsung heroes of Singapore. We talked with them about their journeys and what brought and inspired them to help those in need. They simply said that, “We must help those who cannot help themselves, to be there for those who need us,

even if it means sacrificing myself and my life, for it is their smiles, their laughter and gratitude that keeps me strong.” It really stuck with me, and inspired me to help out those I could, and maybe I could even inspire them to do the same to others.

Everything aside, the Singapore trip was truly an amazing experience for everyone who joined. We

were able to learn so much from our time in Singapore. We were inspired to do more, not only for our own gain, but for others to share in our success and happiness. It is our mission as Lasallians to spread happiness, responsibility and the core values to all those we can reach, so they may join us in our mission to teach and learn, to spread happiness and to be there for others. Let us learn from each other, and strengthen ourselves so that others may build upon what we have given them, and let us be prudent in expressing ourselves, engage in discussion and be true Lasallians, and as the motto of the Singaporean Lasallian Schools goes: “Let us be Men of Integrity, Men of Character, and Men for others.” Animo La Salle!

with so many people crossing from different directions at the same time. We also had a picture with Hachiko, the famous Japanese dog. We also visited Disney Sea. I loved it because it was different from Disneyland. The attractions were inspired by different countries of the world. In addition, the cold weather made walking in the park more enjoyable. We also got to see an overview of Tokyo, including Mt. Fuji at the Tokyo Skytree, the tallest observation tower in Tokyo. We were able to visit these places using the Tokyo Metro and it was always on time and very clean.

My family and I not only bonded by just being together but also with the food that we experienced in Japan. Eating in Tokyo is a unique experience. Each restaurant we went to specialized with only one dish. We ate in the famous Ichiran Ramen. We also ate in a restaurant serving only beef cutlet, and in a place that served only katsu. Our trip will not be complete without visiting a revolving sushi bar. It was truly a gastronomic delight.

We spent New Year’s Eve in Tokyo and it was also different, it was quiet with not much fireworks. Our vacation made us closer to one another and being together as a family is always a joy. I have learned a lot from our trip in Tokyo.

such as communication exercises, calligraphy, dumpling making, and watching the Beijing Opera and magic show. While in the process of sharpening their Mandarin speaking skills, their Chinese counterparts also benefited by learning more about the English language as well. Braving the cold winter, the group was able to visit important sites such as the Great Wall of China which at over 21,000 kilometers in length is considered to be one of the most impressive architectural feats, The Beijing Olympic Stadium or “Bird’s Nest” where

China hosted its first Summer Olympics in 2008, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.

When asked to say something about the tour, these are what some of the pupils had to say:

“I learned to become a true Lasallian at heart. I learned to respect each other’s differences and to accept everything that we may not encounter every day.”

“I signed up for the tour because I wanted to see and feel China. I also wanted to meet Chinese people and learn their culture.”

“I learned how to be independent. I learned how to help Chinese people.”

“I learned that their culture is different from ours but we must respect them so that they will respect us in return. Respect is the most important virtue you can show to other cultures.”

“I signed up in the tour because I wanted to experience a new culture. To see what is outside of the country and experience things that make a huge impact in our country, the Philippines and the whole world.”

At the end of the 5-day tour, the pupils bid farewell to their Chinese counterparts from RETC thru an exchange of tokens and warm farewells. Both groups were thankful for what they have gained from this exciting and memorable sharing experience. LSGH has always been an advocate of education beyond the four walls of the classroom. This way, young Lasallian gentlemen can be exposed to different forms of education. The organizers are hopeful that a similar learning tour can also be done next school year. Till next year, China!

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The Second China Study Tour:A Huge Success

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by Master Rori Benjamin V. Barretto, 6A

12 THANKFULNESS

Unscramble these !

Game !

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ANM VEE RNGEMA

Q: What happens when rabbits fall in love?

A: They live hoppily ever after.

Q: Where is the slipperiest place in the world?

A: Greece.

by Master Joseph Tristan C. Buenaventura, 5A

Solve these Riddles !

by Master Michael Sebastian C. King, 4G

by Master Joel Edward V. Gutierrez, 5F

Mary’s mother has five children. Four of them are named January,

February, March, and April. What is the name of the fifth child?

Q: Why did the kids take the elevator?

A: Because it’s not polite to stair.

Q: What do you eat for lunch in the desert?

A: Sand-wich.

Q: Why did the clock go on a vacation?

A: It needed to unwind.

Q: Why did the man cry when he ran out of cola?

A: Because it was soda-pressing.

Q: What does a crocodile drink in the gym?

A: Gator-ade.

Q: What do you call a polar bear that makes coffee?

A: Bear-ista.

Q: Why did the meteorologist stay in bed?

A: He was feeling under the weather.

Source: Laugh-Out-Loud Ultimate Jokes for Kids by Rob Elliot

Q: Why is the sun smarter than the moon?

A: The moon wasn’t as bright.

What did God create on the sixth day?

Who did the Snake tempt in the Garden

of Gethsemane?

Where was Jesusborn?

What occurs once in a minute, twice in a moment and

never in one thousand years?

1. The highest building in the worldR-U-B-J A-F-I-L-A-H-K

2. Australia’s most iconic buildingD-S-Y-E-N-Y R-E-O-P-A S-U-O-H-E

3. Tallest twin towers In Kuala LumpurR-T-O-A-P-E-N-S W-E-R-T-S-O

4. An ivory-white marble mausoleum in IndiaA-T-J A-L-M-H-A

5. Tallest high-rise STRUCTURE with a twistN-I-F-I-T-Y-N-I O-W-E-R-T

Answer: Mary

Answer: The name of his horse is Friday.

Answer: The letter “M”.

Answer: None of them. You light the match first.

Answer: He was bald!

A man was taking a walk outside. Suddenly, it

started to rain. Unfortunately, he did not have an umbrella, hat, or a raincoat. His clothes

got soaked, yet not a single hair on his head got wet. How?

A man rides into town

on Friday, stays overnight and then leaves on Friday.

How is that possible?

You are in a cabin and it is pitch black. You have one

match on you. Which do you light first, the newspaper, the lamp, the candle, or the fire?

JokeTime !