Xaverian's Corner S.Y. 2004-2005
Section Updated Wed, 22-Jun-2005 8:26 AM

Students Response: A Call to Service through ACTION!
The following speech was delivered by Carlos Locsin (H4B) during the graduation ceremonies held last March 18, 2005 at the Xavier High School gym. He is the recipient of the Xavier Award, which is the highest distinction given by the school.

Paglingon sa Nakaraan, Pagharap sa Kinabukasan
Ang talumpating ito ay binigkas ni Raymund Li (H4B) bilang panimulang talumpati sa ginanap na pagtatapos ng Xavier High School Batch 2005 noong Marso 18, 2005 sa Xavier High School gym. Si Raymund Li ang tumanggap ng Magis Award sa nabanggit na taong-pampaaralan.

GS Graduation Welcome Address
This welcome address was delivered by Emil Dy of 7F. Emil graduated 1st Honors and was one of the 51 students who went to Xiamen in the third quarter of school year 2004-2005.

GS Graduation Word of Thanks
This speech was delivered by Christopher Yu of 7C. Chris graduated 1st Honors and was awarded a medal of distinction for diligence.

GS Graduation Xavier Ideals
Jose Cua of 7C delivered this speech on the Xavier Ideals during the GS Closing Ceremonies last March 17, 2005. Jose graduated 1st Honors and was awarded a
medal of distinction for diligence.

Another Time from the Songwriters' Guild
 AThe Xavier Songwriters' Guild is a club which aims to develop in students the art of songwriting. One of its more prolific members is Kenrick Nocom (H3C).

Forever Seems Only Further
 How often could one find music that somewhat truly captured one's eelings? Only a few musical artists could touch a person's heart and make one cry inside one way or another. Chris Carrabba, whose solo career is more popularly known as “Dashboard Confessional,” has been one of the artists whose careers are rapidly rising in the music scene these past few years because of his deeply, heart-felt lyrics and his emo-acoustic type of music. By Gilbert Go, H4E

H4 Special Alternate Projects
 As early as the start of the 3rd quarter, Ms. Jessica Junio, the H4 computer teacher, appointed Michael Cu, H4B's class president, to head one of the biggest projects of the class this year: an IT Quiz bee for freshmen students. By selected H4 students

Bagged with Compassion
 Way before the immersion, I was already very excited for it. I was already trying to picture myself bagging groceries at SM. I couldn't wait for the immersion to come. The orientation, apart from adding to the excitement, tantalized me because I would still have to wait for two weeks before the immersion. By Carlos Locsin, H4B

Death of Classical Music
 Classical music used to dominate all forms of culture; it was alive, vibrant, and very worthwhile, but now, it has shifted into reverse, especially in the eyes and ears of the new generation. Accordingly, the youth of today no longer favors classical music because it is simply too old, too serious, and thus boring for them. By Michael Cu, H4B

Last Few Drops
Water, the life-giving element that surrounds almost seventy five percent of the earth, is silently crying out for help to us for it is currently dying. Not anymore is the earth beautiful and majestic with its crystal clear waters like before. Humans have transformed it into a polluted and hideous place filled with pitch black rivers and lakes. By Daryl Uykieng, H4B

Waves of Sorrow
In the recent large-scale earthquake occurring at the bottom of the ocean last December 26, 2004, a tsunami caused more than two hundred and seventy thousand lives to be lost and more missing in Southern Asian countries. The hardest hit were Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Thailand. By Aldo Tong, H4B

The Phantom of the Opera
 Andrew Lloyd Webber's most classic theatrical musical has finally gotten the cinematic treatment in the Joel Schumacher ( Phone Booth , Tigerland ) film, The Phantom of the Opera . With the current surging onset of musicals, from the Oscar-nominated Moulin Rouge , and the Oscar-winning Chicago , never has the time been perfect for the renowned composer to unleash his beloved play onto the silver screen. By Carlo Chong (H2B), Stallion Features Writer

A Crusader's Pilgrimage to Heaven
 We were all excited as we boarded the bus heading for our pilgrimage to Tagaytay. The teachers had a hard time keeping us quiet. The noise died down after we boarded. To start off, the teachers told us to pray the Rosary before leaving. It's the best way to start our pilgrimage. By Aris Amor, Grade 4 Eucharistic Crusader
Xavier Songwriter's are "In the Light Once More"
 In the beginning of the school year, one of the concerns of some members was that although they could write beautiful lyrics and melodies, they were not exceptional performers. To assuage the members' fears, it was emphasized that songwriting is an art form in itself and that it was perfectly acceptable for them to call on others to interpret their composition.

Labors of Love Made by Little Hands
 In this time of email, YM and ecards, who would bother making Valentine cards? Nursery students do! Look at these thoughtful cards they made for the" loves" of their life - Mommy and Daddy. By selected Nursery students

Not Just Your Average Doll-Kitchie Nadal
Meet the next hottest star in the local music industry! People simply get hyper when Kitchie Nadal sets foot on the stage. She is just everywhere – from gigs all over the metro, to every radio stations we tune in, music videos in MTV and MYX, appearances in television stations and interviews in magazines and newspapers. By Brian Ong

I Need You from the Xavier Songwriters' Guild
The Xavier Songwriters' Guild is a newly organized club which aims to develop in students the art of songwriting. One of its sessions this year focused on the importance of a song's melody. The concept of “hook” in a song was discussed, and the club members seem to have captured that stuck-in-my-head element in their original song I Need You.

An Invitation from Stage FX
In a brutal ancient China, behind the walls of the Forbidden City, unfolds a tale of love and tragedy, woven around the frozen heart of a cruel princess named Turandot. Stage FX cordially invites you to its newest play, "Turandot", written by our very own Xavier students:  Lyricists Walther Hontiveros and TJ Simeon, Composer Marvin Ong and Scriptwriter Carl Ventura. By Kenneth Yu (H3A)

Xavier Songwriters' Guild Presents "Operation 214"
The Xavier Songwriters' Guild , which aims to develop in students the art of songwriting, is a newly organized club of the high school unit. So far this year, its members have been churning out original songs, which they perform and critique during club sessions. The club is moderated by Mr. Adrian Asis, an English teacher and songwriting aficionado. By Kurt Lim, G6A

Seniors Respond to the Challenge
Last January 10, 2005, representatives from Amnesty International came to Xavier School and conducted a two period session with the H4 English Advanced class students.

Youth Once United (YOU), Rule!
"The youth of today holds the future", sounds familiar? Many successful people have used this quote in their speeches, from heroes and leaders, to our teachers in school. Although some people may say this simple quotation is all too common, we can say that it is not a cliché. By Kurt Lim, G6A

Eternal Gratitude
Blind, that was what I was before. Specifically, I was blinded by selfish dreams, earthly desires and self-pleasuring desires. Alas, I lived a life struggling with myself. Also my life was filled with darkness and shadowy pasts, and the miserable truth was I barely fought it. How foolish I was to live such a life, a life only for myself. Was this the source of this emptiness I used to feel? Obviously the school answer to this life crisis would be to change. By Jason Tan (H2D), Stallion Graphic Designer

A New Chronicle of History: The Iraq War
More than ten thousand people were killed. Thousands of lives shattered but the United States of America never hindered themselves from attacking a very little country in the Middle East . Some people say that Bush wanted vengeance since the US lost in the 1990 Gulf War but others claim that the US wanted to emblazon their power to the whole world. By Erwin Yap (H3C), Stallion Literary Writer

Corregidor: Another One of Those Field Trips
 I was lucky enough to get the second shift. Joining the first group means waking up at 5:00 am sharp, get dress and finish all with little time to spare. I must already leave the house by 5:30 the most to arrive just in the time for the departure of the bus from Xavier. That is yet without taking the morning bath. By Nicholas Alvin Tan (H3C), Stallion Features Writer


Faith Philosophy
The grade 7 students of Mr. Rey Aude and Ms. Tessie Ponteras had a project in their CLE class about Faith and Philosophy. The product is a  students' portfolio that contained insightful, if not, inspiring reflections. Here are selected works from the portfolios. By selected Gr. 7 students

A Night to Remember
Stepping into a world of fantasies, freshmen from Xavier High School and Immaculate Conception Academy , experienced being mythical gods for a night in their acquaintance party held last December 18, 2004 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the High School Gymnasium, where they were encouraged to interact with one another through six different activities. By Mark Go, H4B

English One-Act Play: Betting on the Script on the 11th Floor
Last December 9, 2004 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., the seniors participated in the English One-Act Play held at the Lecture Hall, where each section presented theatrical productions centered on the theme of Chinese-Filipino traditions revolving around a plot patterned after tragedies, the seniors' lesson in the earlier two quarters. By Mark William Uy, H4F

Holes
Every quarter, an outside reading is assigned to a year level, and students are required to produce an output based on what they have read. The following are sample projects from High One students. By selected H1 students

Sagip Pasko Reflections
Days before the Sagip Pasko activity, I have been asking my Mom's permission but I did not push the topic because I knew I had a lot of activities all lined up for the weekend. By selected GS and HS students

Fire and Ice
One slides on ice, while the other races with fire. Both know the meaning of speed. Both understand the mechanics of time. In the end, both agree that what really matters is learning, while having fun! Frozone and Daschelle Parr from the movie The Incredibles? Naah…just two grade school students from Xavier School. By Zarah Grace Calimag-Gagatiga, GS Web Editor

Alexander: A Film that Favors the Bold
One of the most anticipated movies of the year, 'Alexander' is a strikingly valiant attempt at telling the story of one of history's most revered icons. With mind-blowing visuals, and commanding direction by Academy Award-winner Oliver Stone, the film holds true to its tagline, "Fortune favors the bold." By Carlo Chong (H2B)

Wala Tayong PasOK, Sila Walang PasKO
Last Friday evening, after spending most of the day handwriting my Creative Synthesis, copying the draft I made on the computer, I decided to take a break. No, not by eating a bar of KitKat, I decided to eat something better, a slice of a ten inch Manhattan Meat Lovers pizza from Yellow Cab, complete with salami, ham, lean beef and smothered with cheese. Not only that, I was also eating a slice of a fourteen inch New York Classic with lots of pepperoni and smothered with even more cheese. By Carlos Locsin (H4B), HS SC President

Hagupit ng Bagyo, Pagbabago ng Pasko
Nakagawian na ng pamilya Aromin, na kinabibilangan ng dalawa nating kapamilya rito sa Paaralang Xavier, sina Bb. Grace Aromin ng Information Technology Services at Bb. Leah Aromin na Administrative Assistant to the Principal, na bumiyaheng Real, Quezon para maglibang at magpahinga bilang isang pamilya tuwing may mahabang bakasyon. Ni Raymund Li (H4A), Punong Patnugot ng Stallion

The Peace Within
Peace is a very simple word, but it is something that every one need. Every family needs it. Every nation needs it. Every creature in this world from the smallest ant to the mightiest elephant needs it. Sadly though, peace can be elusive. By Lance Ko Ting Keh, G6H

Learning Life's Lessons
There are subjects in school that I really like, and ones that I find unlikable. There is one particular subject that from the start, I found irrelevant. I didn't take it seriously. I took it for granted. To me, it was somewhat useless. By Anthony Perez, G7F

The Xavier Debate Team
In the 'Status Quo' of things, Xavier School is renowned for its hard-core sports retinue and lineups.  Moreover, Xavier is a known powerhouse in competitions such as basketball, bowling, table tennis, and whatnots. But that's not all! By Stallion Features Staff

Not Just for White Chicks!
Have you ever wondered what kind of mischief men would get into were they to have a woman's body?  If so, then White Chicks is the movie for you!White Chicks is about two African-American FBI agents, Kevin (Shawn Wayans) and Marcus (Marlon Wayans), who need to redeem themselves because of their past work-related screw ups. By Gilberto Santos (H4D), Stallion Features Writer

Hope
Hope is very important.

Hope is love.

Hope is wishing something will happen.
By Ignacio Wilson Tambunting, G3F

Remembering the Days
The path towards high school is not an easy one for most Grade 7 students. Going to high school is similar to embarking on a journey where everything seems uncertain and fraught with challenges and obstacles. However, once you arrive at your destination, everything seems clear and falls into place.   By Trevor Chan (7G), Graphic Design Editor, Hoofprint Online
The Path Towards High School
The path towards high school is not an easy one for most Grade 7 students. Going to high school is similar to embarking on a journey where everything seems uncertain and fraught with challenges and obstacles. However, once you arrive at your destination, everything seems clear and falls into place.   By Trevor Chan (7G), Graphic Design Editor, Hoofprint Online

James Clavell's Shogun
A gruff westerner is forced into Japan in a time of political turmoil, and soon finds himself stranded in a community of Samurai, slowly learning their ways and becoming one of them. Sounds familiar?   By Kenneth G. Yu, H3G

Give me a Break
Many students and teachers have already set what they intend to do during the sem break. However, there are still some of us who are quite unsure how we will relax and at the same time be productive.   By selected GS and HS students
Tough Challenge for All
A school without a thrust is just like a ship without a compass. This is the reason why the school administrators, teachers, and staff got together last summer to discuss the school thrusts chosen for the year -- discipline and simplicity. By Lance Co Ting Keh (6D)

An Indian Adventure Like No Other!
 India! Participating in the First India Mathematics International Competition (IEMIC 2004) last September 10 in the City Montessori School of Lucknow as a representative of Xavier School and the Philippines, was a wonderful feeling. India! The anticipation of finally seeing the Taj Mahal was overwhelming. India! By Alister Jan Lusuan, Assistant News Editor Hoofprint Online

Surviving the Battle, Winning the War (A Guide on How to Survive Life as a Xavier Student
Many people in our society believe that being a student in Xavier School would mean sleepless nights of studying, days of intense pressure, and months of struggle and hardship. However, this is not entirely true because there are some who have found ways to help themselves make life a lot easier as Xavier students.  By Matthew Ang (H4H)

Big Fish: A Movie Review
From the director of 'Edward Scissorhands' and 'Sleepy Hollow' comes one of the decade's most beautiful cinematic achievements, an emotive tale of hope, love and the essence of life.  Tim Burton's latest picture is simply another masterpiece.  By Carlo Chong (H2B), Stallion Features Writer

Sky Captain and World of Tomorrow saves the day but destroys it too
 In a world filled with hatred and loath, Hollywood seeks to bring its audience out of the gloom and into a world where the good triumph and the evil are defeated. "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow" is no exception to this, relying on old fashioned techniques and revolutionary visual effects to carry this fairly simple rehash. By Carlo Chong (H2B), Stallion Features Writer

A Dance to Remember
Last September 24, 2004, we commemorated a special event for our beloved teachers who teach and help us in every way that they can. We showed our thanks  to them by having simple presentations, surprises and parties. By Martin Macasieb (6C), Dance Club Member

A-Day Oh Four Flicks
As a salute to the unsung heroes who manage to run the school while making sure that we Xaverians actually have something between our ears, Stallion has decided to forego of featuring the up and coming licks for movies that celebrate teachers and teaching.

Stallion Spotlight: The Xavier YCLC
Xavier School hopes to bring out the best in its students especially when it comes to spiritual development; this is where the YCLC (Youth Christian Life Community) plays a major role. By Basil Go, H4C

PSP: Nasa Bulsa ko ang PS2
Pinatitindi pa ang kanilang kagalingan sa pag-iisip ng bagong ideya, ang Sony Computer Entertainment Incorporated (SCEI) ay nagsikap upang palawakin ang home entertainment sa pamamagitan ng isang all-in-one portable entertainment platform: ang Playstation Portable o PSP . Ni Carl Cue, H3C

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