THE SHINING COPPER

Building Good Values at School and Home

PRINCESS CELINE L PINEDA the shining copper

THE OFFICIAL SCHOOL PUBLICATION OF LABO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DIVISION OF MARINDUQUEMIMAROPA REGION ISSUE 1 VOLUME 1 JUNE-DECEMBER 2005

REFLECTION

True Success is More Than Grades

EMMANUEL MATTHIAS F. ESPERANZA opinion 06

Happiness and success are not only about getting high grades or winning awards. Today, many students feel pressure to do well in school and think that success only comes from academic recognition. While good grades are important, they should not be the only way to measure achievement. Success can also mean being kind to others, helping classmates, and learning important life lessons.

Then I was young, I grew up in a family where good manners and right conduct were the foundation of our home. The values of the Filipino people were deeply practiced, and they have stayed in my heart and mind. I carried the lessons of kindness I learned at home and brought them to school. It is heartwarming to think that even in modern times, the good character of every Filipino continues to be important. steer the country toward further economic progress.

Every school has its own core values that students are expected to live by being God-fearing, kind, nature-loving, and patriotic. These values are taught because learning academics alone is not enough. Students must also show integrity and good character. This is why the DepEd Core Values aim to help build a society that values morality, honesty, and upright. behavior. These values guide us toward a strong and progressive

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"Being kind, respectful, and responsible is just as important as leaming lessons in the classroom"

Teachers often remind us that real education is not only about getting high grades or passing exams. It is also about learning how to become a good person with good character and values. One example of forgetting these values is cheating. Some students cheat because they want high marks or do not want to fail. However, cheating shows a lack of honesty and responsibility. While cheating may help a student get good scores for a short time, it can cause serious problems in the future.

Students who cheat may not truly learn the lessons they need. Because of this, they may have difficulty when lessons become harder. Cheating can also break the trust of teachers, classmates, and even parents. When trust is lost, it is hard to earn it back. Being honest, even when lessons are difficult, helps students grow stronger and more confident.

Grades are important because they can help students move to the next level of learning and open doors to opportunities. However, good behavior, honesty, respect, and kindness are even more important in life. A student who has good values can succeed not only in school but also in the real world. People remember those who are kind, helpful, and trustworthy more than those who only have high grades.

Education should also help students grow emotionally and morally. Students who only study to pass exams, without understanding the lessons, may struggle later in life. In real-life situations, people need patience, wisdom, teamwork, and good decision-making skills. Teachers play an important role in guiding students to become not just intelligent, but also disciplined, caring, and responsible individuals.

Learning how to work with others, solve problems peacefully, follow rules, and respect different opinions is just as important as learning subjects

Should cellphones be permitted in school?

FRANCIS BENEDIKT. SABUELBA like Math, Science, or English. These skills help students become better friends, leaders, and citizens.

A country cannot truly progress if its people are smart but lack honesty, empathy, and compassion. Schools should teach both the mind and the heart.

These lessons help build a better and more peaceful community.

As many people say, "What is the purpose of schools and teachers If students only study to pass and not to learn?" True education is not measured only by medals, trophies, or certificates.

In the end, true happiness and success do not come only from grades, awards, or recognition. They come from learning how to be a good person, helping others, and doing what is right. Students who grow in knowledge, character, and values are the ones who will succeed in school, in life, and in helping build a better world for everyone.

Deciding if cellphones should be allowed in school is hard. Some people say cellphones can help students when they need to call their parents or check something for their lessons. But others say cellphones can cause problems in school because students might get distracted in class, play games, or use them to cheat. That's why many teachers and students still talk about this problem in school.

As students open their eyes to learning, embracing the core values set by the Department of Education becomes our guiding light. These values help nurture Filipinos who are God-fearing, kind, nature-loving, and patriotic.

The DepEd core values also aim to promote respect, responsibility, and positive behavior in every school.

Teachers observe students' behavior and attitude closely because good conduct is just as important as academic performance. In fact, students cannot move to the next grade level without showing good conduct at least once, even if they have high grades.

Learning and practicing these values at school and at home teaches us to be better citizens. It reminds us that being kind, respectful, and responsible is just as important as learning lessons in the classroom.

In times of emergencies, cellphones can be very helpful for students. They can use their phones to call or message their parents, ask help from emergency workers, or report problems to school officials. Because of this, students can get help quickly, and everyone can stay safer inside and outside the school.

Cellphones can also be useful tools for learning. With the help of educational apps, students can practice their lessons, search for information for their projects, and work together with their classmates. Using phones for learning can make lessons more fun, interesting, and easier to understand.

However, in Labo Elementary School, some pupils bring cellphones but use them mostly for playing games. During lunch time and break time, some students choose to play on their phones instead of talking or playing with their classmates. Worse, there are times when some pupils secretly use their phones for gaming even during class hours. This can distract them from listening to their teachers and understanding the lesson.

Cellphones can also help students, teachers, and parents communicate better. They can remind each other about homework, class schedules, and school activities. This helps students stay informed and responsible in school.

When teachers allow cellphones, they can teach students how to use them in the right way. Students can learn to follow rules, control themselves, and use technology responsibly. These skills are important.

because students will continue using gadgets as they grow older.

Even though cellphones have many benefits, misuse can cause problems. Playing games, watching videos, or chatting during class can affect learning and discipline. That is why teachers and school officials need to give clear reminders and guide students on proper cellphone use.

Whether cellphones should be allowed in school depends on many factors such as school rules, the age and maturity of the students, and the purpose of using the phone.

Some schools may allow phones only for learning and under teacher supervision, while others may have stricter rules or may not allow cellphones at all. In the end, each school must decide what is best for its students and their learning.