Tag: Features

Bagong Pilipinas, Bagong Pilipino?

In light of Memorandum Circular 52 issued by Malacañang, we wonder what the new memo implies for us Filipinos. From the heavy influence of implementation in government agencies in schools— to questioning if the Bagong Pilipinas hymn and pledge will take the place of the Lupang Hinirang and Panatang Makabayan we know and love; this change could shape Filipino generations to come.

One Foot Forward, Two Steps Ahead

With the summer season slowly engulfing everyone, the very real threat of the “Mañana” or the “Mamaya na lang” habit begins to creep in. Though rest and relaxation are a must during these times, being prepared and ready for the upcoming school year can help one in the long run. The Ateneo Senior High Advancement Classes opens up this opportunity of learning and knowledge to every senior high school student.

Once On This Island: A Story of Love, Death, and Gods

The Broadway Theatre Troupe of Ateneo (BTTA) exemplified true theater magic through an immersive rendition of Once on This Island. Through excellent production and strong vocals, the troupe’s performance is a show of all the hard work and dedication of each individual member. As the last few shows have come to a close, BTTA has showcased their heart and soul in this rollercoaster-like story filled with high ups and heavy downs.

Saan Nanaman Umabot ang Mid-sem Break Mo?

With school now over and us welcomed into the embrace of the summer break once more, we are now presented with a variety of options to celebrate our sweetly-earned vacation. When we only had a month to go before stepping out of the halls of the Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS), we knew that we would surely have to face an inevitable pile of schoolwork, from capstone projects to long tests. But before all that ruckus, there of course had to be a grace period to mentally, physically, and emotionally prepare us for hell month, which arrived in the form of the second semester mid-semester break!

Crash Course Finance 101: How the Ateneo Investment Group’s Great Minds Think Alike

A major part of Filipino culture is the giving of envelopes during holidays and celebrations, typically during birthdays, Christmas, and sometimes as a reward for achievements. However, when given a resource like money, the question always lands on “What to do with it?” Many like to save it for the future, while others prefer to make the most of it and spend it on something they’ve been wanting for a long time. However, in the recent Great Minds Think Alike seminar hosted by the Ateneo Investment Group, a third, riskier, but-more-possibly-rewarding option was brought up: Investing.

Igniting The Flame of The ASHS’ Tomorrow

Every school year a new fire is lit and the legacy of the Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS) is passed onto the next batch of seniors. This April is the time for the juniors to exercise their right to vote and be the match that ignites a new era of student leadership.

Women’s Month: Stories of Modern Day Heroines

Women’s Month is an annual celebration of womanhood that remembers the impact that women have made throughout history and in society. Originally rooted in the celebration of women in the school district of Sonoma, California, the monthly commemoration has since evolved into a global celebration of all women in the world—even in the ASHS. 

Remembering Yesterday’s Daughters

What does it mean to be a girl? As a toddler, slurring giggles and feebly crawling on awkward feet, there wasn’t really much to the world outside of the simplest, barest of things. Soon, however, the moment your hair was long enough to tie into pigtails, your limbs became a little stronger, and your speech became a little more sound—things would begin to change. 

I Love you, Mom!

In line with women’s month, let this be a reminder of the appreciation we have towards the mother figures who have dedicated their lives to shape and ripen ours, as we hear from our teachers who have exemplified being both a mother at home and in school.