Tokio Hotel ! [Featuring Bill Kaulitz]

This is the band named Tokio Hotel which I am currently having a very big admiration on, especially on their lead singer Bill Kaulitz who is famous for his different hair styles and his Androgynous look.

One of my favorite songs from this band is "Automatic", where the beatings and the message of the song really emerged into my heart. The song is about a boy loving a girl who has "automatic feelings". It means that this feelings are like just remote controlled or with no emotions or something like that. But even though the girl is hard like a stone the boy still can't help it but fall in love with her.





This is the guy I've been talking about - Bill Kaulitz. He is the twin brother of Tom Kaulitz who was born 10 minutes before him. Many of my friends say that Bill is gay, which got me really kind of down. But, anyway I believe Bill on what he said. He is just really a sweet and loving person. I totally find him amazing and i love the closeness he has with his twin brother too. It makes me wish I had a twin. I would really be awed and exuberant if the band comes here in the Philippines because I really wish to see them.

People might find it weird for me to be into Tokio Hotel but its true, I am into them and their songs and I don't find it weird because that is what you call admiration. During our Christmas Vacation, "Bill Kaulitz" and "Tokio Hotel" would be the word you'll be hearing from me all day. Even my family knows about my infatuation with them. I'm not ashamed by it, in fact I am PROUD! :]

Values Education Department: Tagis-talino (2009-2010)

On November 13, 2009 the Tagis-talino contest, conducted by the Values Education Department, was held in Agusan National High School Campus at 1PM in the afternoon. The contest was attended by all the year levels and anyone who wishes to participate in the said contest because this is a contest which is open for everyone as long as they have a team which must be consisted of 3 students, no more, no less.

The first part was the reading of the mechanics and rules of the game, after, it moved to the game proper. There were all in all more than two-hundred students that participated in the game which made the campus quite crowded for everyone to occupy. So, the teachers decided to have two batches for the students to have enough space during the game process. The first batch consisted of the freshmen and sophomore years and the second batch consisted of the junior and senior years. Everyone had a taste of participating until the fifth question because the system of the flow of the questions changed from the original last year. Now, there are five questions, which are like chance questions, whether you are wrong or right, you are still part of the game. But when the sixth question was asked, everyone who made mistakes in it was told to leave the place. During the sixth question, there was no team from the section Darwin that was eliminated, but there were many from the other freshmen and sophomore sections. It was only on the eighth question that almost all the teams from section Darwin were eliminated leaving only one team to continue and also almost only one-fourth of the original number of teams remained for the challenge. This is because the microphone had a shattered voice and the surrounding was very noisy, leaving many of the teams hanging with unsure answers during the time to answer.

The winners from the first batch had another match with the winners of the second batch to identify which team was the smartest or “pinakatalino”. The game ended at almost three in the afternoon and the victorious winners were then awarded with their rightful awards which were garnered by their performance.

ANHS Participates in the 33rd Milo Marathon

The 33rd Nationwide Milo Marathon in Butuan City happened on July 13, 2009. The venue was in the road near the Cathedral Church and the Butuan City Rizal Park. The occasion started at 6 in the morning and ended at almost 12 in the afternoon.

There were many participants from all over Butuan City, from little ones to adults that may be estimated to be more than three-hundred people all in all. Students from Agusan National High School, again, never failed to be one of the active participants of this activity, but also students and pupils from Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU), Saint Joseph Institute of Technology (SJIT), Butuan City Elementary School (BCES), Rainbow of Angels Learning Center, Inc. (ROALCI) and Enfant Cheri Study Centre, Inc. (ECSCI) were spotted. The first part of the race was the 3K run or also called as the Kiddies run which is preferred to be for children in the age of seven to twelve. Next was the 5K run also called as Fun Run which is preferred for teens with ages thirteen to sixteen, and last was the 25K run or the Champion’s run which is preferred for adults with ages ranging from twenty-five to thirty-five. All of the starting point of the race was near the Cathedral but they had different stops to turn into. The 3K run just ended near Inland Resort, the 5K run near the City Hardware and the Champion’s run at Bancasi. The Milo Staff also provided the participants with water in every stop for them to replenish their quench for thirst.

After finishing the run, the participants were given certificates of accomplishment with their according time and they were given some cold nice taste of Milo drink. The awarding happened at almost nine in the morning. The Libertad National High School Dance Troupe bagged the 1st place for the best cheer dance in the event, who was instructed by a former Agusan National High School graduate, from the Butuan City School of Arts and Trades (BCSAT).

First Mass in ANHS for the Year 2010

The mass for the month was sponsored by the Science Department, wherein it was attended by numerous religious students again. It started at 7:30 and ended at half past 8 in the morning.

The gospel for the mass was a reading from the 1st Letter of John where he mentioned the word “Love” 49 times and 32 times in the 3rd – 5th Chapter. The focal point of the mass was about love and its different definitions. The priest – Fr. Jigs Dusdus told us about the 3 kinds of love that was described by Pope Benedict XVI.
One was Eros – the love between man and woman, second was Filial – the love between parents and their children and third was Charity or Agape. It was said that the true meaning of love is when both people are thinking for what is good for the other and its true measures are tested whether both are willing to make sacrifices.

The mass is very important to the students not only because of God but also because of the lessons we learn to help us deal with life. At this age, it is advised that students should focus in their studies first to show their love for their parents.

Christmas Vacation For Sophomores

Christmas vacation for students in Agusan National High School started last December 18, 2009 where they have already finished attending their Christmas Parties, exchanging their gifts, bidding their teachers and classmates a farewell and attending the school for the year 2009, because by the time they will return to school, it will be a new year already – year 2010.

For students it is like a getaway from all the stress and hardships they manage to get from their school life. I know this because I am one of them. This is the time where they can have fun and forget about school, assignments and projects even just for about two weeks at hand.

But, always they should remember to be responsible for any assignments, projects and tasks given to them. And they should also prepare and study for the upcoming 3rd Quarter Examination so that they will not experience being in the brink of failing in the beginning of a new year.

Mangroove Conservation Symposium

Last December 7, 2009, a symposium on Mangrove Conservation was held in the Agusan National High School Ampitheater which started at 1:30 in the afternoon and ended at 3:30.

First part was the opening remarks of our school principal, Mr. Peter G. Esterioso and followed by a few words of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Executive Director, Mr. Mario L. Mundo. He explained about the Voyage of the Balanghay and some facts about our ancient boat. The voyage was part of the Kaya ng Pinoy Foundation and it is also the symbol of unity of the Filipinos.

The Balanghay is the first water trap found in the South East Asia, where there were 9 of them found in the Butuan City last 1987 and 3 were successfully excavated. It was said that one of the boats dated from 990 A. D. and the others on 1250 A. D. The balanghay is also a symbol of the courage and bravery and ingenuity of Filipino. It was also said that the Balanghays were better than European boats dating back in 330 A. D.

The speakers prepared a game for the students which was called Wildlife Pairing, that consisted 9 pairs of students. This game was to tell the students that all of us should be aware of our surroundings and our same kind.

The lecture proceeded after the game. It started with the topic Coastal Areas then preceded to facts about the Mangrove, its benefits, effects and functions
The program was made possible with the cooperation of the Science Departmen, our school principal and students. The program is also a proof of the active participation of the Agusan National High School in the Environment and Coastal Resource Management Committee for the Voyage of the Balanghay.

Give Love on Christmas Program

Last December 11, 2009, the “Give Love on Christmas Program” in which the Red Cross Youth students sponsored was held in the Por Kristo: Home for the Aged in Abilan from 1 in the afternoon until 4. The students rode five multicabs from the Agusan National High School to their destination. They were brought by many teachers including the first year and second year RCY adviser – Mrs. Pamela Jane Cubillas and the third year and fourth year RCY adviser – Mrs. Elaine Anne Bayer.

The students were assigned to bring anything they can donate for the abandoned elders, like soap, toothpaste, old clothes, noodles, can goods and toothbrush. Upon arriving in Por Kristo, the students and the people from the housing had their little program. It started with the prayer that was lead by Miss Bambi and then the production numbers followed. The RCY students prepared some dance numbers with “Fire” and “Fire Burning” as their selected song and also song numbers dedicated to the elders. The elders from the housing also showed their talent to the students. One elder sang and the others danced. After all of the intermission numbers, the elders were all introduced to the students and then their snacks followed up. The students were all given the chance to tour in the housing to visit some of the other elders that weren’t able to attend the little program, they were given the chance to have a photo taken with the elders and they were also given the chance to bid the entire elders goodbye.

This activity gave the elders time and feelings of love from the students and they were also given the chance to experience happiness. This activity was done for the students to be reminded how important it is to value their parents because in the first place, they will never be here without them.

STEP Bazaar in Agusan National High School

Last December 11, 2009 the 2009 STEP Bazaar was held in the Agusan National High School Campus. This program was sponsored by the Supreme Student Government and by the Student Technologists and Entrepreneurs of the Philippines Organization or STEP. This activity started from 9 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon.

There were many students from different sections and year levels that participated in this activity. Some of them are the section Archimedes and Aristotle from the first year levels and the section Darwin and Linnaeus from the sophomores. There were many items sold in this bazaar. The first year levels sold ready-to-use boxes for Christmas presents and they also sold personalized mugs and pins. The sophomore students sold different kinds of drinks; there were water, juices, iced tea and gulaman. There were also different kinds of food, like waffles, choco balls, yema, luminous lollipop, candies and nuts. And last from the sophomore students were the designing team, who printed and designed personalized calendars. Other items sold in the bazaar were cakes, flip flops, lanterns, brownies and cupcakes. There was also a body painting booth in which you may let the artist paint personalized drawings and designs in your hand or in your face. All items sold in the bazaar were very affordable and cheap for students.


The money in this activity was from the students, and any proceeds earned from this activity still go back to them. So, this activity gives the students some idea how to become good managers and leaders and the experience in business management.

2009 Darwin’s Christmas Party

Last December 18, 2009, the sophomore section Darwin had their Christmas party in their classroom. The program started at 11AM upon the arrival of their class adviser, Mrs. Marilyn E. Felias and ended at 3:30 in the afternoon.

It started off with a prayer, followed by the dance presentations of respective students. Then they had their Christmas Jingles presented by 5 groups. Next, lunch began where all of the students filled their empty stomachs with exotic food from Reylar’s Catering Services. Some of the foods served were Chicken Lasagna Roll, Korean Pork Spareribs and Fish Parmigiana, with Chocolate Cake and Waldorf Salad as deserts.

The party could never be complete without games where the class had “Hep-hep Hurray!”, “River-Bank”, Newspaper Dance and the Balloon Popping Game. Everyone had the chance to play and then they proceeded with the exchanging of gifts. The party ended with a contest about the Mr. and Ms. Best Christmas Attire judged by their beloved class adviser.

Strike a Pose !

This photo was a momentum of our sophomore Christmas Party last December 18, 2009 in Agusan National High School.

The one on the right is me and the one on the left is my classmate, Apple Rosette Park, whom i constantly call "apol". We are holding some stuffed toys which is not originally owned by us. Truth to say, this photograph was taken by my classmate Mark Angelo Bernaldez only after the party where we classmates have some alternative fun.

That day was very memorable where very many jaunty and ecstatic happenings occurred. Games, presentations, picture taking, exchanging of gifts and exquisite food may be witnessed during that day. I am positive that all of us in the class were in high spirits during the party and I myself didn't want it to end so fast. I wished those times would always be remembered.

Desiderata by Max Erhmann

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender,
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even to the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons;
they are vexatious to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love,
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.


This poem was something my Values Education teacher, Mrs. Babanto, kept on talking about during our class. Some lines stroke me and i said "hey, this could be something". It got my attention then I started memorizing it and without even noticing it, I got accustomed with its lines. Not only is its meaning, theme and message very intricate and dumbfounding, but also the lines happen and may be applied in reality.

I can give a two thumbs up to this poem, even a three if only I had three thumbs. [smiles]

Not Just a Mere Necklace!

I was given a necklace by a friend last December 18, 2009 during our Christmas Party. I never hoped that someone would give me such an expensive thing that would cost more than a thousand pesos. I was awed and amazed by it and of course very thankful because it really meant something to me. It has strengthen my friendship ties with him.

That necklace was important to me, so I only wear it during special occasions. To describe it, its color is silver with a heart-shaped pendant where the word "Trust" is written upon, however not engraved.

The person who gave it to me was a friend whom I've given a nickname "meow". That was derived from him saying "meow" constantly. I personally want to share about this to other people and to give him thanks for what he gave.

Thank You for your friendship, meow!