Almost There

 

During our 3rd quarter, I have learned more lessons that will be helpful for me and to my fellow students. Learning HTML Lists, Frames, and also doing our Community-Based Research. These are the lessons and teachings that I've gained and I hope that this will be helpful for my future.

I didn't easily understand our lessons and I had a hard time catching up because of things that was bothering me. Fortunately, I handled my struggles and continued what I think should be done. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank those people who stayed by my side, they've helped me in so many ways, and words will never be enough to describe how much they mean to me. 

The journey brought a lot of misfortunes. I was physically, mentally, and emotionally drained and tired, but luckily I survived. Hoping to make it until the last quarter. See you again soon!

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Most Holy Week

    The most holy week of the year is Semana Santa, generally referred to as Holy Week. Street processions, the Way of the Cross, sermons and prayers that focus on Jesus' Seven Last Words ("Siete Palabras"), and the staging of Senákulo are all used to mark the occasion. It entails the Stations of the Cross, Visita Iglesia, prayers, fasting, and abstinence for devotees. The Paschal Mystery, our Lord Jesus Christ's suffering and death, triumphant resurrection, victory over sin and death, and his Father's exaltation are all commemorated.

    It is an eight-day period that gives us the chance to consider the transformation in humanity that Jesus' death on the cross sparked. The week includes five days that are especially significant. First, Palm Sunday honors Jesus' modest entry into Jerusalem to observe Passover. Palm Sunday is observed with a blessing and palm procession in various Christian churches. Jesus established the Eucharist at the Last Supper, and it has since become a significant part of Christian devotion, especially Maundy Thursday. Good Friday is a day of sadness, repentance, and fasting in remembrance of Jesus' suffering and death on the cross. The traditional conclusion of Lent is Holy Saturday, commonly known as Easter Vigil. The Easter Vigil concludes the Triduum and ushers in the Easter season. It is the most distinctive and significant liturgy of the year. Easter Sunday marks the commemoration of Jesus' Resurrection, which occurred the third day following his crucifixion, as recorded in the Gospels. 

    The purpose of Holy Week is to recreate, experience, and take part in Jesus Christ's suffering. Since it commemorates Jesus' suffering, death, and resurrection, it is a very important tradition in Filipino culture. During Holy Week, we can use it as an opportunity to make peace where there is conflict, try to love others as He loves us, and think about the forgiveness He extends to us.

121st Year

 

    An organization or institution's founding is commemorated on a set day known as "Foundation Day." It is a chance for an organization to unite and honor its illustrious past with the local population, staff members, and supporters. An institution's founding day is highly significant. It represents beginnings and birth. It is a historic date that specifically denotes the founding of a particular institution or organization. The foundation of identity, history, and legacy is understanding one's origins. 

    Every year, schools and universities celebrate their unique founding days to recognize the moment when they were created or established. Beyond only how long it has been a part of the area where a school is located, it is significant. It is also important, especially if the construction of the school has significantly benefited the community it serves. Due to the pandemic, ISNHS has not commemorated its founding day in three years. However, this year has given those teachers, staffs, especially us, students, optimism because we will finally again celebrate this year's Foundation Day with the theme "Renewed Commitment in Defying Odds to Transcend Heights of Excellence and Solidarity".

    Foundation Day encourages us to recognize, evaluate, and appreciate the foundations being built today. It is an opportunity to reflect, recognise our own place in history, and look forward with optimeism and faithfulness. It is a day of remembrance, honor, celebration of the accomplishments made during the previous 121 years, and anticipation of what lies ahead. This day serves as a warning to us that we enter an uncertain future when we forget our history.