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PSYSC Conducts BASIC-O to PWDs in Cainta

TIME TO WORK! The ates and kuyas encourage the children of the PWDs to finish the bridge.

 Last March 15, 2015, the PSYSC held the BASIC Outreach (BASIC-O) to the Persons With Disability (PWDs) of Tahanang Walang Hagdanan, Inc. located in Cainta, Rizal.

The BASIC Outreach involved a mini lecture on engineering discussed by student volunteer Steven Resma. Science tricks were demonstrated by student volunteer Nissi Buenaobra. The outreach also featured a special workshop on bridge-making where our Kuyas and Ates facilitated and guided every working team. The team that made the bridge that can support the most weight received a special prize. Aside from the science spectacles, intermission numbers were showcased both by the student volunteers and the Tahanang Walang Hagdanan, Inc. community. Snacks and lunch were served as well.


GROUP EFFORT. The PWDs of Tahanang Walang Hagdanan, Inc. delegate tasks to finish the workshop quickly.
GROOVE TO THE BEAT. The children of the PWDs showcased their dancing skills during the BASIC-O at Tahanang Walang Hagdanan, Inc.

 The event went all through half of the day where the PSYSC ended the outreach with the giving of simple tokens and certificate of appreciation to the beneficiaries of Tahanang Walang Hagdanan, Inc. The community greatly thanked PSYSC for the happiness brought to them. The PSYSC then thanked them back for the opportunity of giving back to the community.
Article by Neil Patrick Laguilles
Photos by Christine Paulma
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PSYSC Launches its Very Own Organization Catalog

PSYSC recently launched its very own organization catalog during the 43rd Anniversary Dinner, March 8, 2014. The organization catalog is basically a primer on what the organization is all about. It contains the organization's mission, vision, activities, history, and other important information about the organization.

To know more, please view the embedded reader below, or click this link.


The Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs will also launch its new website soon.
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BASIC Outreach in partnership with Bantay Bata

by Madonna Feliz Madrigal

A fun-filled and engaging BASIC Outreach happened on November 24, 2012 at the ABS CBN Compound, Mother Ignacia St., Quezon City in cooperation with Bantay Bata. Almost 90 kids were present with their parents and guardians. Ate Arriane Lacaba and Kuya RG Juraez became the masters of ceremony. The program started with a doxology rendered by Mayumi Morales, a special guest, which was followed by the opening remarks of Ate Hannie Lyn Talip.

Science lectures were presented which tackled facts about the animal kingdom, digestive system and the solar system. Perkiness in participating and eagerness to learn were seen in the kids. They raised their hands to answer questions or sometimes, because of feeling of excitement, they blurt out the answers in chorus. To add up to this excitement, science tricks were performed. The tricks were Blowing up a Balloon With Baking Soda and Vinegar, P¬opping Balloon and Blooming Flower. It was amazing how some of the kids knew what will happen to those tricks. It was evident on their faces that they enjoyed the activities.

The last and most exciting part of this outreach was the Interactive Workshop. They got the chance to learn as they apply the information from the science lectures hands-on. Smiles and voices from each group filled the room as they cheered their hearts out. The sight of the kids enjoying the activity was worth everything. In line with this, Bantay Bata asked PSYSC to have an annual outreach for the kids.
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Grand Basic

by Eladio Glicero Anino V and Ann Elizabeth Rollon

BASIC (Beginner's Appreciation of Science Clubbing) is a one-day activity featuring a lecture and an engaging workshop for elementary or high school students to introduce them to PSYSC, to the science clubbing movement, its benefits, and its responsibility in promoting science and technology. It is usually done for PSYSC-unaffiliated clubs but can also be for affiliated ones. BASIC is offered for free for those who are interested to affiliate with PSYSC.

In celebration of its 41st anniversary, the Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs (PSYSC) held its BASIC at the Sto. Niño Catholic School in Taguig City last March 3 with the help of the Principal, Mrs. Ma. Luz Catig and the Science Club adviser, Mrs. Desiree Dupra. Students and teachers from the participating elementary schools, namely, Miriam College – Elementary Division, Colegio dela Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, Blessed Exodus Christian Academy and Sto. Niño Catholic School, the host school, were treated to a variety of science-inspired tricks, including making one's own invisible ink and stopping water from flowing out of a bottle using a screen. They were also introduced to the marvels and uses of genetic engineering and molecular chimaeras, through an interactive lecture. To cap off the day's activities, the students used their skills and intelligence to finish and win an interactive workshop of six stations, each with fun activities featuring different science topics.

On November 17, 2012, PSYSC held another Grand BASIC in Saint Paul College, Island Park, Dasmarinas, Cavite with the help of Mrs. Luzvie Rementilla. The schools who participated were St. Pancras Academy, Scuola Sorelle Faioli, Brooke's Point Academy, Jabez Christian School, Metanoiah Academy, Philippine Christian University, and St. Paul College - Balayan.

Another Grand BASIC was held in Colegio dela Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Muntinlupa with the help of Sir Joel Pagkalinawan. The participating schools were Bayanan Elementary School, Cupang Elementary School, F. de Mesa Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School, Putatan Elementary School, Soldier Hills Elementary School, and Colegio dela Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe.

The program started with the doxology and singing of the National Anthem. The students and teachers were introduced to the wonders of Smart Materials through a special science lecture. A variety of science tricks, such as Blowing up a Balloon With Baking Soda and Vinegar, P¬opping Balloon and Blooming Flower, were shown to the kids during Show Science. The students were also able to apply their knowledge and skills during the Interactive workshop with six stations, namely, the Food Web, Tangrams, Constellations, Laser Reflection, Body Puzzle, and Memory Game.  The students also presented their sub-camp cheer during the closing program. The program ended with the awarding of the certificates and winners. You could see the smiles on the faces of the children after being introduced to PSYSC and the wonders of the science clubbing movement.
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CSIW 2012: Rise of Energia: Conducting the Hunt And Access to a Renewable Generation of Energy

“Rise of Energia: Conducting the Hunt and Access to a Renewable Generation of Energy”
by Nissi Abigail Buenaobra

One major touchdown in the history of PSYSC occurred last October 22-25, 2012 when NCSIW was held in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, thus finally conquering the northern part of the country. A total of four hundred seventy four delegates congregated at  Hotel Plaza del Norte.

In celebration of 2012 as International Year of Sustainable Energy for all, this year’s NCSIW bears the theme “Rise of Energia: Conducting the Hunt and Access to a Renewable Generation of Energy”. PSYSC recognizes the importance of renewable energy for sustainable development and the need to create awareness about the renewable energy  industry in the Philippines.

Junior Navis, Senior Navis ad Energia
Maga! The participants were introduced into the world of Energia, a place that for a long time was dependent on four mythical eggs known as Lacrima for its power source. The eggs were then stolen thus threatening Energia’s very existence. The Flicker Union (NEC) and the Crackerjacks (CSIW Core) tasked the Junior Navigators (students) to search for the Lacrima and learn the art of cultivating renewable energy.
They were guided by their Cadets (Ates and Kuyas). For four days, the students underwent trainings, lectures and  workshops. There were 377 students and 97 teachers and they were divided into subcamps.

The Paragons
The paragons are the experts who imparted knowledge about renewable energy during the students and teachers sessions. Prof. Ma. Ines Rosana Balange-Tarriela, Associate Professor of Geology in National Institute of Geological Sciences (NIGS) at University of the Philippines, actively engaged the students about geothermal energy. She discussed how the Philippines, being located at the Pacific Ring of Fire, is at a competitive advantage when it comes to generation of energy. She also explained the mechanisms necessary for tapping the energy beneath the earth’s crust. Engr. John Michael Constantino tackled Wind and Hydro Power. He explained how the waves and the wind are harnessed for commercial and residential use. Sir Constantino is a UP College of Engineering faculty and is a civil engineer. Ms. Claire Lee, Assistant Vice President for Operations, in the Solutions Using Renewable Energy, Inc.,  shared her knowledge about solar panels and solar plants.  She discussed how solar panels can power simple devices and massive structures like houses and buildings.

Workshops followed each lecture. For the Geothermal Energy Workshop, the students were tasked to build their own steam-powered boats and candle-powered lanterns. Students also designed their own Solar Power Plant and made a Solar Panel model during the Solar Energy Workshop. The students also participated in the Overall Workshop, a more interactive, amazing race –patterned workshop which integrated fun science concepts with challenging and exciting  physical  activities.

Highlights of NCSIW include “The  Shadow’s Scintilla” or Entertainment Night where schools showcased their talents through a shadow play and “Spectral Solstice: Alchemy for the Golden Light”, more commonly known as Pledge Night, a PSYSC tradition. The students didn’t miss out in showcasing their wits as they battled in “Enerion’s Battle of Wits” or School Quiz Bee and in the “District Face Off ” or Subcamp Quiz Bee.



CIRCUMNAVIGA: The Ultimate Expedition
The Circumnaviga or field trip sites were the UNESCO World Heritage Paoay Church,  the mystical and famous Paoay Lake, and the Malacanang of the North, the house of former President Ferdinand Marcos. The delegates also visited the oldest lighthouse in the country, Cape Bojeador Lighthouse. They were also thrilled to see the Bangui Wind Mills. The NCSIW concluded with "The Final Spark" where the winners for the various activities and contests were awarded.
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NSCM 2012 invests on Sustainable Energy

by Sidney M. Palardonio

In pursuance to the Presidential Proclamation No. 264 and along with the United Nations declaration of 2012 as the International Year of Sustainable Energy for All, PSYSC celebrated the National Science Club Month (NSCM) last September. With the theme “SCIENTRICITY: Energizing Science Clubbers for Sustainable Energy”, PSYSC organized four nationwide activities that boost the youth’s active participation towards the importance of science clubbing and sustainable energy.

It is through those activities that PSYSC deliver maximum interaction to all the participants, celebrate the youth knowledge and recognize their excellence through workshops and friendly competitions. The main events of the NSCM are: National Science Clubs Summit (Summit); PSYSC Science Olympiad (PSO); I Teach Science Seminar (ITSS); and Mathematics, Science at Kalikasan (MathSciAKa).

National Science Clubs Summit
The Summit was successfully conducted last September 8-9, 2012 simultaneously at eight (8) regional sites serving a final count of 5655 high school students all over the Philippines. The said event is a two-day camp for students and was the official kick-off event of NSCM. This year, the Summit offered lectures focusing on different types of sustainable energy delivered by acclaimed scientists, professors and industry managers. Following the lecture is a workshop on management of sustainable energy in the Philippines. The sub-camp quiz competition then followed to test the students’ learning in the event. In the evening, the Pledge Night was held to allow the students to signify their efforts to promote science clubbing. It was also during the Summit that the PSYSC Regional Council is elected and will serve for one year.

The second day concentrated on the Summit-MathSciAKa where participants bested each other in the Interactive workshops and in the testing of the Engineering Science Challenge: the Savonius windmill. An open forum was also conducted. Finally, the Summit ended with a closing and awarding ceremony.

I Teach Science Seminar
The ITSS is a half-day activity in the Summit designed only for teachers. On its second year in the NSCM, the ITSS served a total of 431 high school science teachers. This activity also offers lectures for teaching, experiment modules, workshops, post-lab discussions and a team-building activity. The said event started with a lecture on effective teaching and projects on sustainable energy. A workshop and discussion on wind turbine optimization was also done. The event capped off with a team-building activity followed with a closing program.

PSYSC Science Olympiad (PSO)
National Eliminations
The PSO is an inter school quiz competition aiming to recognize the best science clubber in the country. It started with a National Eliminations held last September 8, 2012 in eight regional Summit sites plus five independent PSO elimination sites. A total of 86 and 186 elementary (Bracket I) and high school (Bracket II) triads competed respectively. After two-hours of written examination about various science topics, the top 20 schools of each bracket from all over the archipelago were announced and called to compete for the National Finals.

National Finals
The PSO National Finals was held last September 30, 2012 at the Escaler Hall at Ateneo de Manila University. The topics of the National Finals included Physical Science, Basic Information Technology, Life Science, Earth & Space Science and Health & Nutrition for Bracket I while Bracket II includes Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Information Technology with additional Sustainable Energy topic for each bracket. The Finals consisted of two rounds. The Theoretical & Practicals round came first and after which, the top 10 schools of each bracket is called to compete for championship in the Oral Competition Round.

The Caloocan City Science High School finished as 2nd runner up in the high school bracket while the Philippine Science High School – Bicol Region Campus became the 1st runner up after a clincher round with the Champion, Saint Jude Catholic School. While the Bracket I hailed the BHC Educational Institution, Inc. as the Champion with the University of the Philippines Integrated School and Ateneo de Davao University as the 1st and 2nd runner up respectively. Each winning school received certificates of recognition, plaque of appreciation, and gift certificates for NYSTESC and NCSIW for all team members and coach.

Mathematics, Science at Kalikasan (MathSciAKa)
The MathSciAKa is a Luzon-based, whole day activity devoted only for workshops. It was held last September 22, 2012 at the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology Auditorium. This year, MathSciAKa geared up as it tackled sustainable energy on its activities. The workshops included On-the-Spot Workshops, Interactive Workshops, Take Home Workshops and the newest Mystery Workshops.
The On-the-Spot workshops offered three surprise experiments for each bracket such as light energy investigation and making simple motors, generators, water wheels and electrolytic cell while  fifteen arcade type games and workshops were provided in the Interactive workshops to further make the learning fun. The Take Home workshops, which were project-making contest, were also tested during MathSciAKa where challengers made solar panels, parabolic reflectors, fruit batteries and rubber band powered car. On its first year in MathSciAKa, the Mystery workshops offered a slogan making contest for Bracket I and extemporaneous speech for Bracket II. The mystery workshops were typically communications-based and were added to boost the challenger’s confidence in the last step of the scientific process: communication of results.

Thirty-three (33) elementary and 34 high schools from all over Luzon rose up to challenge making this year’s MathSciAKa the largest in terms of affiliate participation. The joyous competition was ended with an awarding program. After being displaced in the top three last year, Sorsogon Pilot Elementary School returned as the Champion with Center of Excellence and Gordon Heights I SpEd - G/T as the first and second runner up in the elementary bracket. While the high school bracket hailed three veterans in the top three. The Saint Jude Catholic School finished as the Champion while the Caloocan City Science High School and Rizal Standard Academy ended up as 1st and 2nd runner up respectively.
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