SCHOOL STAFF 3

SCHOOL STAFF 3

FERNANDEZAngkee, as she is famously known by her batch-mates and friends, is a happy-go-lucky, carefree and always smiling type of person. Her jokes, no matter how corny they may sound, will always be laughed at. Not only that but when she laughs, it affects other people’s mood too!! Don’t be fooled just yet because aside from her infectious person-ality, she’s one of the best dancers in the batch! She has been dancing for years and will most likely to keep doing so until she turns old and gray. A plus: one of the most memorable things about her (and nearly all of her batch mates can attest to this) would have to be her bloodcurdling screams!

JARINAmy is filled with optimism on anything and eve-rything in life. Her smile is a constant reminder that everything doesn’t have to be taken serious-ly. Having experienced rough times during high school, she didn’t allow these obstacles to hinder her from doing things that she really loved, one of which is her passion for music. She stood up for what she believed in and did not let people bring her down. She believed that these problems were given to make her a stronger, better and more im-proved version of herself. Aside from this admi-rable trait of hers, she’s one person who has a big heart that will accept anyone and everyone. She can be a friend to all and is willing to help anyone in need. She has so much more to experience and she will do great things, guaranteed.

LAGUNDATrina may be, and our batchmates will all agree on this, one of the prettiest faces in the batch. With her height that towers among the rest and her an-gelic face, she’s one girl who could really model. Aside from being effortlessly beautiful, this girl also has a big heart and a great mind. She is grateful for every person that she meets and is ready to ac-cept everyone as her friend. Trina is undoubtedly, a good friend who will stick with you through thick and thin. Just like any other high school student, she also experienced hard times struggling every-thing she had to. But because of her strong faith in God, she let Him lead her life and help her as she made her way to success and happiness.

LAUDThis girl is one of the most stylish ladies in the batch! With her sophisticated looks, match it with her confidence and poise, some may think that Ada is snob and bossy, but let me tell you, she’s far from that. With her passion in singing, she lets her talent shine by singing during school fairs and class presentations. Not only that, she’s also a great leader who can turn serious meetings into funny ones but was able to finish everything that she was assigned to do. People may be a bit intimidated by her but when you get to know her deeper, you will realize that she is one down-to-earth and simple girl who finds happiness in the smallest things in life.

LAYOSOlivia, is the other half of the Layos twins in our batch. She’s a quiet, shy lady who prefers to hang out with her close group of friends rather than go out and party all night long. Though she’s mostly reserved, her friends can attest that she is one of the sweetest persons you will ever meet. She doesn’t fail to make you laugh and forget your wor-ries even for only a few minutes.She’s one jolly girl who can always make your day.

LIWAGA small girl with a gigantic heart and an endearing personality, Jhoanne is a friend you’d be lucky to have. With her smile that could light up the whole room, this lady doesn’t mind the petty things and handles her problems with a big grin and a hearty laugh. She cares for her friends deeply and makes sure that everyone is well taken care of. She is a person whom you can entrust your secrets with when you have problems. Aside from being a relia-ble friend to everyone, she’s also one family-orient-ed girl who truly loves her family and makes them feel special every time she can. Jhoanne is truly a gift from God and you can always count on her to be right by your side.

LOPEZPam, as told by her barkada, acts like the mom in their group. She’s responsible, making sure that everyone is okay, but is still really fun to be with. Her one-liner comments can make all her friends laugh in just a snap. When everyone else seems to be hopelessly confused, she always seems to know what to do and say. Pam, guaranteed, is one of the best persons that you can run to when you need an advice. She’s outspoken and is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in. She’s not the type to sugarcoat everything and prefers to be brutally honest; but this attitude is one of the mil-lion reasons why we love her so much.

MACADANGDANG“Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.” Kayla is a living proof of this saying. Her intelligence and great personality make her the kind of person that she is today. Kayla’s fun-ny stories, accompanied by her creative hand ges-tures and facial expressions, surely make her one of a kind. She strongly believes in God and allows Him to take over when she has problems. Her re-spectful attitude makes people look up to her and make her their inspiration for living. Having this girl in your life is surely a pleasure and you will, no doubt, treasure each moment that you will spend with her.

MANASANHonestly, Ella’s too awesome for words. She excels in academics, does baking, cooking, sewing, paint-ing and she runs like a cheetah raging through the field. Having an insane amount of energy, which no one knows where it comes from, she can finish all her assignments and all the stuffed toys people request from her. Aside from these abilities, Ella is a really sweet girl who has helped people through the ups and downs of life. Meeting her would be a pleasure because she has affected people lives greatly and helped them be what they are now.

MANDAPATThe first thing you’d think of when you hear the name Cresa is “sister”. Honestly, she treated every-one like a sister during her high school. She’s soft spoken and quiet but don’t let her fool you be-cause this girl is seriously awesome. For one, she’s really, really beautiful. Secondly, she plays foot-ball very well and most importantly, she is a great friend. To those who know her, they will agree that Cresa is a great listener. When feeling down, she se-riously takes in the advices given to her. Cresa is a beautiful girl inside and out.

MANICADLeadership, responsibility, cheerfulness and friend-ship -- say these words to anyone and they will gladly spell out Maika. She exemplifies vibrancy in all its essence, as her passion for music, sports and academics marks her as an all-around girl. With her charming smile, she never fails to amaze her family, friends and classmates on how she can handle it all- good grades, a couple of extra-curriculars and a lively social life. What endears Maika most to the people around her is being an understanding, pa-tient and accommodating friend. She has the heart that listens, speaks and understands. What else can you say then? Well, put simply, Maika is a great young lady with a bright future ahead.

MAROKETThere’s no one quite like Marj She’s got a heart that’s extra large She’s smart, funny and gorgeous, tooTo herself she is always true

There’s never a dull moment when you’re with herAs a friend she will always care Marj is always full of happiness and cheer She goes through life without an ounce of fear

As a cheerleader, she’s strong and tough Face her problem with a hearty laugh Underestimate her and she’ll prove you wrong A bright future is where she belongs

MARTINEZJanine was definitely around when God gave out charm and wit. Responsible and hardworking, this “beauty and brains” gal has the ability to succeed in every endeavor she undertakes. She’s one living proof of the saying “Always do your best.” Janine does everything to achieve what she really wants and if that makes her an achiever, so be it-- but she is an achiever in her own way. At times, she tends to be snob and demanding yet behind her intimi-dating countenance is a sweet and sensible person who possesses a touch of class as her own.

MIRANDAIf there were persons who made high school mem-orable, one of them would be Patmi. She is incred-ibly a funny person whose comments are laughed at by everyone. Despite her problems in life, you would seldom see her sad. Even though she’s more of a joker outside, there are things that some peo-ple don’t know about her. First, people don’t know how awesome she is as an artist. Second, she gives the best advice to people and she has this ability in making people feel good about themselves. She’s a kind sister, a thoughtful friend and a loving daugh-ter. With her determination and uniqueness, Patmi will always stand out.

NASCommonly called Belay, she is one of the people whom you would never regret meeting. She is a living proof of the saying, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” When she meets a person, she would never make assumptions about that person’s character. What makes Belay striking is her ability to inspire people. She motivates her friends to keep moving friend, to stand up for what they believe in and to never give up. You’ll find strength and determina-tion in her. She is also very helpful to people who are in trouble and would give advice if they need it. Aside from being a great friend, Belay captivates everyone with her talent in drawing, her grace in dancing and her prowess in answering mathemati-cal problems. This girl is one of a kind and you’ll never find someone quite like her; she makes you laugh with her sarcastic sense of humor, makes you feel special and inspires you to be a better person. One can honestly say that she’s one of the reasons why life is worth living.

OLIMPOEveryone will attest to this: Chanel gets along with everyone. Maybe it’s because of her “sunny dispo-sition”, or the fact that she’s always smiling or her jokes which may sound corny but really funny, but everyone just likes her! Her carefree attitude makes her one of the happiest persons in the batch which makes everyone be at ease with her. She also loves playing volleyball and she’s indeed good at it. There is so much potential stored within this young lady that when revealed, will really bring her to the most of her capabilities. Chanel is not only a great friend, but also a loving daughter and sister to her family which makes her such an awesome person. You better meet this girl and befriend her because if you don’t, you’re probably missing half of your life.

PEREZBayo, as most of her batchmates call her, is like a walking ball of energy. A five-minute talk with her can instantly liven up someone’s mood. Amusing people with her great stories and nonstop chatters, this girl is a happy-go-lucky type of person who loves hanging out with her friends and having a lot of laughs. But she does not only talk to a lot of peo-ple, she is also a great listener to anyone who’s hav-ing a problem. She’s a good friend who will always stick with you through thick and thin and in the process, will act as your source of happiness and energy! Ironically, her ‘craziness’ will keep you sane. Being with her can make you feel like everything will be fine. She seems to have this very beautiful view of life, which surely, will take her to places.

RANARIOWords are not enough to describe this beautiful young lady. Angele is the type of friend everyone wants to be with. Once you get to meet her, you can’t help but smile and feel how lucky you are to have this person as your friend. She’s like an angel in disguise who brightens up your tough, tiring and stressful day. She’s bubbly, adventuresome and an easy-going person. It’s amazing to see how fast she grows from being a “Nene” in our freshmen year to being a beautiful, sophisicated and charm-ing young lady in our senior year. She has a listen-ing ear and comforting lips for keeping your se-crets. She’s one of the persons worth keeping and you’d definitely treasure this person for the rest of your life.

RENDONA person you would definitely never regret meet-ing, Junessa is a friend who never fails to make you smile. She’s always there for you, even in your toughest times. Dancing and photography are her two first loves! She’s a member of the Aglaia dance team and she’s also the best “paparazzi” in the batch. Aside from that, Junessa is creative and she’s one of the girls whose closets you just want to raid because of her awesome clothes and fash-ion sense. Another admirable trait of hers is her not giving up on anything- be it her friends, her family or her academics. She’s a person you can look up to. Though she has a lot of insecurities, I think she’s very beautiful inside and out. Truly the best friend anyone could ever have.

REYESAUDREY. What more can I say about this talented girl? She can do anything once she sets her mind to it. She is free-spirited and is ready to embark on an adventure- whether it be going out with friends, hanging around the house- any day! De-spite having a very carefree attitude, Audrey is a girl who takes her life principles anywhere she goes. She knows what she wants and desires to keep her values intact. That’s what makes her stand-out from a crowd of overrated teens who try so hard to be twenty-one. A bright future is ahead for this young lady, guaranteed.

SANTIAGOGenuine, unconditional and thoughtful are just three of the million things that can describe Alyssa. She’s very considerate of what happens around her, she helps people when they need it, a rare quality that most of us don’t have anymore. Alyssa is the living proof for humility. She doesn’t brag or boast about the things she has done. One of the most sincere and true friends one could have, she will always be there for you and wouldn’t mind sac-rificing her own needs just to help you overcome your own problems. Se will give you chocolates or little trinkets out of nowhere and she loves giving pasalubong to her friends even if they didn’t ask for it. She really strives just to make her friends and herself happy.

SANTOSBeing happy most of the time is one trait that not many of us acquires, but is instilled in Jaica’s per-sonality. She’s a funny person, who makes every-one laugh with her one-liners and jokes. Though a little impatient, she’s striving to be different, espe-cially with kids. This artist, who draws really good caricatures and portraits, is quiet most of the time but her smile reminds you that she’s always happy. When you see her, you can’t help but smile too and wonder how she’s able to do that- to make people realize they should still smile though they’re trou-bled by problems.

SENOA “free star”- that’s what her name means. A bright girl of few words, she enjoys reading, writing, eat-ing, dressing up and doing tricks in gymnastics. Ambitious and fiercely passionate, she has majes-tic dreams for herself and for her future. Francine is a realist- always frank and logical, self-reliant and very independent. She strongly values her friends’ loyalty and trust. Francine believes in making a dream and successful path for oneself. With fate, she’s living these beliefs as she grows up to be one of the finest ladies in this world.

SENORAThink of someone light and bubbly and you will instantly think of Bless! Performing and doing plays since first year high school, Bless is born and destined to perform before a massive crowd. And she sure knows how to turn a gloomy atmosphere into a circus. In the face of life’s pressures and chal-lenges, she is not afraid to take risks and face these obstacles head on. This is also what makes her a great friend. She is a serious confidante among her peers. When they are down and feeling lonely, they just turn to Bless and all their troubles will instantly fade away. Truly, Bless is living up to her name; a blessing to her family, for being the only girl in a brood of four, to her friends for making their days brighter and being God’s blessing to each and eve-ry person that comes her way.

SICATAsk anyone to describe Arline and they would definitely give you answers along the lines “funny, witty and comical”. Arline is one of the best clowns of the batch. She says something and everyone will just laugh because what she said is remark-ably amusing! She has a great sense of humor that everybody wants to have. She has big doe eyes and through these, you’ll discover her magical and mysterious personality that will give thrill to your life just like a roller coaster. Most of all, she’s a trust-worthy friend who will keep your secrets. She has the best ways of comforting and cheering you up when you have problems. Also, being with her will make you forget your troubles.

SORIANOPerforming with great adroitness, Marj is one ver-satile lady who can do many things! She can sing, dance and act! Yes, you read that right, she can do all of these. She always wears a smile that can cheer you up. She has her own charm and can get along with everyone. She has a strong personal-ity - showing what she really likes and wants in life. Most of all, she is a friend that you can rely on even in your darkest moments, a true friend that’s one in a million.

TACLOBAOYou might see her in class as very serious quite snobbish, but once you talk to her, you’ll realize that there’s more to her than that. Kendra is a jolly, easy-going and trustworthy friend you’d always want to be with. She has a firm and strong person-ality that will definitely take her to places. She’s a good speaker that gives you goose bumps and leaves your mouth hanging open. You’ll also find her very athletic, as she plays table tennis, badmin-ton and volleyball with attitude and high spirits. So, what’s not to like? Kendra is one of a kind.

VERGARAYou want spirit? She’s got it for sure! Everybody likes to be with Bea for a million reasons. For one, she’s a high-spirited and hardworking girl who does everything to achieve what she really wants. Being a captain of the SHS Pep Squad in her sen-ior year, Bea works hard to attain her dreams. She’s also multi-talented! She plays the piano and at the same time, dances very well. She’s intelligent and gorgeous but aside from those physical traits that everyone loves about her, she’s one great friend. She’ll be there to help you out when you need it and she’ll surely make you laugh. One will always have the best memories when you’re with her. She is proud of who she is today and can’t wait for what she’ll become in the future. Bea is amazing just the way she is.

MACALINOExtraordinarily talented, Nina will astonish you with her voice’s beauty and grace. Her discipline from continuous swimming of laps, trotting of horses and volleying of the ball definitely shows in her school work. She’s the all-around girl who can do sports, perform in front of people and blow you away with her thoughts. With her faith in God and blessings from Him, she’ll leave you amazed with the things she can accomplish.

MAGSUMBOLCelynn, a fun and adventurous girl, is known for her passion in sports especially in basketball. She has a gleeful personality that without a doubt, makes everyone around her completely jolly and at ease. Her carefree and lighthearted attitude makes her even more loveable. Celynn is the per-son to turn to when you need a helping hand and a shoulder to lean on. Although she is known for her bubbly personality, she can be quite serious when it comes to her studies. She makes sure that she balances her studies and her co-curricular activities. Despite all her trials in life, she never forgets to call on God and give thanks for all the blessings she has received. Celynn Magsumbol will always be remembered as the free and easy-going MVP of the batch.

MALANGENA quiet and shy individual might be your first im-pression of Jeanine. But once you become close, you’ll discover that she’s the exact opposite. She has a lot of stories to tell and there is never a dull moment with her. Jeanine is a GREAT friend. She sticks with you through whatever and whenever. She will always be there to listen to your prob-lems and rants. Lastly, she possesses beauty that goes beyond the physical aspect.

MARQUEZBig things come in small packages. One very spe-cial example is Batch 2011’s very own, Christina Marquez or in short “Innai”. Innai is a soul-infused girl with wisdom on love, life and words beyond her existence. Innai believes in herself but she also knows when it is time to seek other people’s help. One can say that Innai is a true friend worth keep-ing. No matter how confusing and rough the road in her life’s journey gets, she manages to prioritize things and cope with her surroundings. She is also a good friend who can make absurd things pos-sible. Sometimes she seems cool and distant, but that’s just her intellectually introverted side. She seems quiet at first, but once you get to know her, she is one heck of a great friend. She’s the happy-go-lucky lass who is usually mistaken for a kid be-cause of her childish ways. Even with her imper-fections, she’s a girl with a big heart.

MUSICOA pretty girl with long curly black hair and a rock-in’ body that can do anything, Mai can make you laugh your heart out. She loves engaging in new activities and learning through new experiences. She doesn’t just help out, but she goes out of her way to do her responsibilities too. Mai aspires to be a great and successful person to give everyone pure joy and wonderful memories. Beautiful in-side and out, she’ll make things happen.

ONGSamantha: a budding photographer, a kid at heart and a real dreamer. Sam is a great friend. You’ll discover a great deal from her bubbling person-ality when you know her well. Sam is very artis-tic: a fact. She can make great things out of the simplest ideas. She’s cool: an understatement. When you get to know her, you’ll be amazed with her wit and charm. Sam is awesome: a definition. She’s the extraordinary and dynamic girl. She is Sam.

PALMA GILThis girl is shy and soft-spoken. On the other hand, she has her humorous and loud edge, too. Eunice Ina Nolasco Palma Gil is a simple girl with a remarkable personality. Without her knowing it, she’s very entertaining. She’s most likely to say something really random and silly, making every-one laugh out loud. Eunice is always ready to hear you out with your dilemmas--no matter how big or small--and usually gives encouragement and words to make the burden lighter. Brimming with beauty and sweetness, E’s got something to give. Everybody is lucky to have her for keeps!

PEREZ“Isang taong may pambihirang personalidad na naiibigan ng lahat si Ruziel. Siya’y madaling mag-ing kaibigan, katawanan o kakuwentuhan man. Marami siyang talentong taglay at punung-puno ng magagandang ideya ang kanyang isipan. Bilang isang kaibigan, si Ruziel ay napakabuti. Ang tanging hangad niya’y kabutihan ng lahat. Hindi uso sa kanya ang salitang “”iwa-nan”” dahil sa masaya o malungkot mang pana-hon ng buhay ay parati siyang nandiyan. Siya ang taong mahirap makalimutan dahil tumatatak siya sa puso’t isip ng bawat isa.”

PINEDAOne can honestly say that Celina is one of the best people one could ever come across in their entire life. Through the ups and downs, the ups of her friendship definitely outweigh the downs expe-rienced. The thing one will like most about her is how caring and thoughtful she is. She never dis-regards other people’s feelings and she’s always ready to listen to your stories. If ever you’re at your worst, she’ll always be there for you. She’s also very patient. She’s the kind of best friend who can put up with your hyperactivity, but will remind you of your limitations. She’s definitely a strong individual and her self-control is unbelievable. One thing’s for sure though, as a friend, you’ll nev-er want to let go of her as your bestie!

RECINTOJustine won’t let you down for she goes beyond people’s expectations. She puts her heart in all that she does which really merits a standing ovation, be it her ball handling skills or her guitar solos. Behind those glasses browsing through papers, she is the person who flashes that bright, contagious smile. The team captain of the SHS Basketball Team, Jus-tine puts the winning spirit into her team’s heart. Through her passion in music, she inspires others to carry on and develop their skills as well. She reaches out to others not only to help them with the use of a pen and a paper but also makes use of people’s imagination to show how beautiful life is. She’s like a superhero who ensures the safety of others first before hers; a lifesaver who would do her very best to help others out. Wearing an extraordinary smile after, you’d surely enjoy a conversation with her. Her feet remain on the ground though she is recognized by many. A person who is always hungry for devel-opment, she continues to discover on how she can improve and grow. A tough one on the outside but oozing with passion and love on the inside, Justine will never disappoint.

RIMANDOHappiness is a key in living a simple yet memora-ble life. This girl lives her life to the fullest and sees to it that each moment is spent with a smile no matter how hard it is. Alex is a jolly person; she al-ways flashes a smile contagious enough to make a day full of problems a bright day. She is fond of telling jokes that somehow makes you run away from your problems for a while. Her pieces of ad-vice are straightforward, yet they help you be-come stronger to face life with a firm heart. Alex’s presence makes a difference for with her by your side, a complicated situation becomes light and enjoyable. A girl who has a strong personality but a big heart for all, that is Alex Rimando.

RODRIGUEZWho is Fatima Rodriguez? She’s a lady with a good sense of humor. She’s friendly, fun to be with and most of all, trustworthy. You could just be open to her about anything and expect that she’ll be there for you all the time. If ever she sees someone sad, she will find ways to make that person happy. She is exceptionally talented. Not only is she a great mathematician, but also an amazing football player. She could learn new things easily and no doubt that she’ll be good at it. To sum things up, one can say that she’s not what she seems to be at first. Some people think that she’s a shy and quiet type of person, but once you get to know her, you’ll see how carefree and confident she could be.

ROSALAndrea is a simple person but despite her sim-plicity, she stands out because of her great pul-chritude. She may seem quiet and shy, but once you get to know her, you’ll realize that she’s a very cheerful, smart, and funny person. She’s fun to be with because of her pleasing personality. And who could not recognize her angel-like smile? Her warm words can brighten up your day. She’s fiercely loyal to her friends; she’s someone to rely on because of her sensitivity, listening, and advis-ing skills. When she sets her mind to something, you know she’ll do it. You’d never guess that she’d be good at basketball and her life is just like that game... It may be considered dangerous to play but with a player like “Andz”, life will be played calmly and lived to the fullest.

TARAPEMarah is an extraordinary person. She has a lot of interests that allow her to communicate to a lot of people. She’s a great artist. Her style is sophisti-cated and mature, which is somewhat opposite to her character, which is random and fun. She’s also one of the nicest and easiest people whom you can just talk to. In short, Marah is one cool artist who’s nice, helpful and fun, and someone whom you can talk to about anything.

ULIT Janna may look quiet and reserved at first but be-ware, because she has a lot in store for you. She is a perky girl who never seems to wake up without so much energy and never fails to show her crazy, humorous and unsuspended laughter. Janna is also a happy-go-lucky type of person. She loves to be careless and fun at times. But don’t let that fool you into thinking she’s only that. When it comes to studies, she is the determined one who gives her 101% and conquers any task given to her. She loves challenges and trying new things. When she dreams, she reaches for the stars. With this kind of personality that she has, it could be assured that she would be successful in all her endeavors.

A sophisticated girl, Ariadne sometimes has a witty side. Like her twin sister Kirsten, she may also seem quiet but it is in music and dance that she finds her own way of expression. Ariadne has touched the lives of people. She has always been there to make her friends smile. When it comes to her studies, she always stays focused towards her dreams. In time, she’ll be able to reach what she’d always wanted.

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