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"The truth. It is a beautiful and terrible thing, and should therefore be treated with great caution.”                                           - Albus Dumbledore            

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"The truth. It is a beautiful and terrible thing, and should therefore be treated with great caution.”                                           - Albus Dumbledore            

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When I realized that midterms are coming and our tasks are starting to be given to us, I slowly start to feel nervous and a little overwhelmed. I don’t know where to start but I know I had to start somewhere so I can accomplish and finish something. So I thought to myself, just try to take one step at a time, one step at a time, even if it’s a little slow pace, atleast you’re moving forward. Then, it finally ends and I was so relieved, I felt free. But, when it ended I also realized some things, what I should have done better, what I should stop doing, and what I should work with to be a much better person and student. I realized that we can’t or shouldn’t do everything by ourselves, that it’s okay to ask for help, to cry and let it all out when we are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, and that it’s okay to take a break and rest. Lastly, I realized that all of us are still growing as a person and are still finding the answers to who we really are, that none of us already figured out our lives, as we are still on the same journey in searching for the truth about ourselves and the world around us.

- Maghanoy

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I find myself disappointed in these midterms. I don't quite know why, but it really bothers me. Maybe because I didn't focus on my studies and get a devastating consequence. But somehow, I managed to pull this off. Next time, I will do my best and strive harder so I can get perfect grades. For example is the exam in Science. I just review the whole lesson 4 hours before the exam begin. I somehow managed to get a good score but I want it to increase more. I can't stop this game addiction, it greatly affects my studies in school and is a huge distraction, I don't know how to solve this.

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I expected that our midterms would throw a challenge to me. A certain challenge I've already overcome before but the thought of realizing if I really did learn anything for the actual test was something that troubled me a lot. I commended myself too much that what I did was sufficient and any benefit I gain from everything I do, has to be adequate to satisfy my expectations. But in reality, I wanted to be something reliable. A human who all ever wanted was to know the world and to see others on the way I want them to see me for me. I feared, that if I couldn't handle a series of questions and activities alone, then how will I ever handle life? which was the biggest question in mind I still hold on to. I thought that I could live for no one else but then I knew it was all selfishness and there are people I've met who made me see the capabilities and vulnerabilities I have that  will live in me. But I also figured out how to cope with it starting from stopping being so hard on myself to be that certain person I was expected to be, and released some emotional connections to really accept that it is simply natural to loosen things that are tied suffocating me to be a stiff person I'm afraid I'll turn into to the point of no return. I still find happiness but ever since I accepted ideas about who I am makes those happiness and new experience kept me realizing that life can be different for me if only I don't forget love and pride.

- K Y L

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This midterm week is exhausting and stressful but i know that i can get through this. Even though i have a lot of difficulties and i admit that this will be harder and harder as i continue to learn things that i do not know, I know that my hard work will result a greater success in my life.

-Tadeo, Tristan

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I was under a lot of stress as midterms week began. I expected it to be difficult. I'm depressed and exhausted since I'm overloaded with work. I put in a lot of effort, but I'm not sure whether it's enough. I feel relieved and fulfilled after finishing the midterms. In Philosophy, we were given the opportunity to get to know our better selves; similar to our other subjects, we accomplished things which only us could do. After seeing everyone's efforts, I can say that we have assessed. We have determined that there is no limitation that can stop us from doing amazing things. This was just beginning and we did great, and let’s continue to do things that are impossible.

-Metzger Mallari

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In an age where fantasy is what meets the satisfactory factor for man, having learnt that much has led to many other discoveries. Coming to terms with knowing people are people and that reality is rather a disappointment, I’ve come to realize that midterms was also like reality. I’ve come to terms with this grief, but it shall never abate within the corners of my heart and soul. Kidding aside, I’ve really only found it intriguing, this midterms thing. Much is to be done and what has been a concern to me is that what has been done was indeed much. We people really only ever do “live” for what is to be perceived as a spark in the size of a speck invisible to the unaided eye within the heart of the vastness of space. Reminded of our insignificance, I had wished to die. Yes, I wish to pass away. For as much as anyone wants to be something, I wish to be nothing. We’re much of nothing as much as we are something, I now long to be a thing of that which is some. This has cleared my mind should it truly exist as it is claimed to be. To be void I must first be of matter. To become one, one must be the other. I’ve learnt what is to be considered joy, especially joy for existence. Having people around to work with is tiresome and out of my interest, but ironically the people themselves are what is to be of interest. I’ve gotten closer to these individuals and have known more about myself in other perspectives. All the lessons and tasks given are all non existent in appearance when compared to the heavenly abyss riddled with stars, but they are significant only to me. This is but a step to be taken as one among many and I can’t wait to see how it ends. It’d befall me to say more when thoughts are few and words are not many to one. We will always be with each other and when we are not, we are with ourselves and of the memories of those around us.

-III ☕️

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When we are taking midterms, I feel so much pressure and I know every student feels the same way. This challenge is very hard for us because we are adjusting for the 1st assessment in NU. I learned many things in our first assessment. Smiling and getting positive in the middle of the challenges makes me continue the challenge and making my time productive makes the work finish in time. I realize that challenges will never go away, but they will continually go in our daily life, so let's enjoy and learn from the challenges that we take.

- Roel Dante DM Miole.

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It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.                                  – Confucius         

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It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.                                  – Confucius         

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After submitting my work, I felt completely happy and realized that there are ways to communicate ourselves not only by introducing ourselves, but also through self-portrait we might represent ourselves—in other words, how we perceive ourselves, what we feel, and how we want to be seen by others. Our work is more than just an artwork because every artistic work can have a deeper significance tied to it.

During this midterms week, I learned a lot more. But what I discovered went beyond academics and general knowledge. I understood more about myself than I had ever known before. But what I discovered is applicable to everyone, not just me.

Concentrate on learning as much as possible. Be satisfied with your grade, knowing that you did everything you could. I am anxious about my academics, and I feel like a failure if I do not receive the highest possible mark. But I've realized that grades are so insignificant in the great scheme of things. Nobody thinks less of you because of your grades. They are interested in the fact that you tried and did your best. So, don't make grades more significant than they are..

I admire you all, and congratulations on a job well done in our midterms!

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Reflection of a Reflection - Aaron, Gabrielle

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Reflection of a Reflection - Aaron, Gabrielle

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They say that it is harder to make a portrait of yourself than to paint others. Because, often, we picture ourselves as who we want to be rather than who we truly are. Therefore, to make a candid self-portrait is to realize and accept your truth.

Opening up, sharing your limitations and insecurities, and revealing more about yourself are activities that feel very personal and intimate to me. With that said, I admire myself and my classmates for having the courage to share bits of our notions or conceptions in such ways. They gave me a peek into their mind, their struggles, and their reality.

Now, I can say that I know a bit more about them other than their names, physical features, and social life. And I, as a listener, am honored to hear their inspiring and thought-provoking insights. Because, in a way, I felt relieved to know that someone out there is as human as me - who is flawed and has hindrances.

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All your efforts are worth it. So you should not give up if  ur tired you can rest but don't quit. being tired is not the reason to quit. :)

-Wil Lagunay

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After midterms, I kept asking myself if I gave my all efforts for this given midterm. Because, even if I complete my task, I'm not sure if my answer is sufficient. I'm concerned since I'm not sure how well I'll finish my midterm, and my grades are dependent on it. However, I am also happy because I have already completed my midterms. And, no matter what happens after my midterms, I always tell myself, "You always do the best you can."

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This school year has already been a long road for me, and the midterm is already over. I'm thankful that I learned a lot from this, including things that will help me in the future, how to interact with my classmates and make friends even though I didn't see them in person, and how to have fun in an online class. Midterm is exhausting since we have so many tasks to complete, but we also have a break that will benefit our mental health. I've realized that I'm blessed since I've made it through all of this and am still ready to face new tasks and challenges. There will always be new mornings, and I am prepared to face them and learn from them. So, I'll say thank you, next.

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In general, I realized that after these midterms, our efforts will all be validated because we earned our respective grades through our own hard work. It is also an accomplishment because it was yet another victorious and satisfying success. Mistakes were made during this assessment, but as we realized, they served as lessons that helped us become a better version of ourselves.

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Now that midterm week is over, I can now rest. Midterm week was not easy because there are a lot of things to do and it is the first midterm week.

After all the hardship and cramming that we all did, I and my classmates still managed to survive.

It made me realize that communication is important to achieve or finish things.

Things are not easy (acads, problems, etc.) but we still need to find a time to reflect and to take a break. Because at the end of the day, all we have is ourself.

- Dreamy Dequito

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It always seems impossible until it's done.

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After seeing some of my classmate's work, I realized that everyone has their uniqueness and own problems. Midst of the pandemic, fighting alone is hard, and so is life. I'm so proud of everyone because we all got through the week and survived. I know this is just the beginning, and we will have much more to experience until the end of the school year. I hope we can cope with it together because we got each other’s back forever.

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A puzzling journey filled with experience.

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A puzzling journey filled with experience.

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- My philosophical reflection on the Midterms can also be compared to a simple maze; it will be perplexing at first, but as you progress, you will discover how many things you have done to get through it. And the things you'll need on this challenging road are comprehension, determination, and the courage to continue and accomplish each activity with effort and the best, since we're still on our way to fulfilling our ambitions and dreams.

- Paulo Magsino

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This midterm week taught me that I can’t achieve anything by myself. I need to receive help but also give it. We all have our struggles that keep us in the dark. But together, we can restart and make our lives colorful. I have regrets and think that I could’ve done better, but those moments make me who I am now. I am proud of myself and my classmates for finishing this midterm well. I am looking forward to working with them more.

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It was not a life sentence, but it is just a lesson. A new chapter is now opened in my life and I finally saw my ideal in life for once and for all.

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It was not a life sentence, but it is just a lesson. A new chapter is now opened in my life and I finally saw my ideal in life for once and for all.

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After almost a month being with you from the start of the classes until midterms, despite everything I went into, and all of the good and bad things that I experienced. Rather than regretting all of my mistakes, it will serve instead as my framework and a guide to fix my mistakes and most notable to change myself.

My past is not a life sentence, but rather a lesson to learn. Also, all of the things I did not had before are now within my reach, and some of my dreams that I longed for has now turned into a reality.

With the new people I met, I'm slowly beginning to see the change in my life. That I transformed now to the ideal I wanted to, and this slow yet sure growth will ensure my transcendence in life.

A new me is now being wrote, but the best in my life is still unwritten.

And... also the turning of a page signifies that the lessons in our studies is now done and we finally move on to another lesson or topic.

Sugod STEM 2001! We can all do it and walang iwanan for this year and the coming years! A new change is coming! Padayon!

~ Aldrin Montalan </3

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After the midterms, I felt happy, but at the same time, I was nervous. I'm happy because I can finally have a better sleep and do the usual things I do on my typical day. I'm nervous because of the result of my midterms. I realized that I'm lucky because I still have the chance to study, and I'm not going to waste this chance because I know many people want to learn, but they can't because of the current situation. I'm also thankful to the people who helped me, and I promised that I would always do my best. Mistakes can hurt us; however, they can motivate us.

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It was not a life sentence, but it is just a lesson. A new chapter is now opened in my life and I finally saw my ideal in life for once and for all.

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It was not a life sentence, but it is just a lesson. A new chapter is now opened in my life and I finally saw my ideal in life for once and for all.

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After almost a month being with you from the start of the classes until midterms, despite everything I went into, and all of the good and bad things that I experienced. Rather than regretting all of my mistakes, it will serve instead as my framework and a guide to fix my mistakes and most notable to change myself.

My past is not a life sentence, but rather a lesson to learn. Also, all of the things I did not had before are now within my reach, and some of my dreams that I longed for has now turned into a reality.

With the new people I met, I'm slowly beginning to see the change in my life. That I transformed now to the ideal I wanted to, and this slow yet sure growth will ensure my transcendence in life.

A new me is now being wrote, but the best in my life is still unwritten.

And... also the turning of a page signifies that the lessons in our studies is now done and we finally move on to another lesson or topic.

Sugod STEM 2001! We can all do it and walang iwanan for this year and the coming years! A new change is coming! Padayon!

~ Aldrin Montalan </3

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After surviving midterms week, I realized that every hardship I've faced in my life has helped me grow into the person I am today. I've moved outside of my comfort zone to achieve my goals, despite the pressure, stress, and all-nighters. This is just the beginning; we'll make it through.

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Bravery wasn't all about strength and mindset, it is also about your heart's content

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Bravery wasn't all about strength and mindset, it is also about your heart's content

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We all have strengths and weaknesses and they conveyed how they were really feeling. That they also have something in their mind that bothers them and somehow sharing it made some of us kind of anxious. Thankfully though, you showed us that we shouldn't be bothered by our thoughts about it, Sir Rico (I'm touched :'>) It's nice to be told by someone that we did a good job sometimes. Thank you so much po! -Thea Basilan (may all of us have some good rest lololol)

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A puzzling journey filled with experience.

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A puzzling journey filled with experience.

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- My philosophical reflection on the Midterms can also be compared to a simple maze; it will be perplexing at first, but as you progress, you will discover how many things you have done to get through it. And the things you'll need on this challenging road are comprehension, determination, and the courage to continue and accomplish each activity with effort and the best, since we're still on our way to fulfilling our ambitions and dreams.

- Paulo Magsino

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After the midterms, I discovered it was arduous to see what we had become; if we were still picking up the proper pieces to build ourselves and putting them in the right places, the parts we lacked, and the ones we still yet to discover to become whole.

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My after thoughts for this midterm are that I realized I should effort more.  I wish I could have elaborated or improved my essay to further explain myself. I immediately felt that I was free after I submitted my work. But overall, I felt enlightenment especially after today’s short discussion. I realized that I can open up with someone and with that, my burden was lessened exponentially. With my after thoughts comes my actions. I literally changed after I made my essay. I felt the need to stay to the true Anikko P. Mata.

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Midterms week was very draining, it was a little bit like hell. I felt like some of my works weren't good enough even though I did my best. When I told my mom, she told me that it was okay. In the end, I realized that what matters is that I did all that I could and that there is always next term/time for me to improve. I realized that it's okay to make mistakes and that one bad score isn't the end of the world. Failure is an important part of growth. One bad score won't define our future. So, walk through hell with a smile. In the future, I know I'm gonna look back and laugh at myself. I'm happy for both myself and my classmates for getting through midterms week:))

-Kaila De Leon

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These midterm assessments made me realize that everyone needs help. Even though it seems that you can do it by yourself, there would be times in life that you will need someone by your side. we are all humans, we all have our weaknesses, but these weaknesses will soon turn us to a better person.

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As I go to my journey with my classmates, I realized that this is not the end. This is just another ladder in our lives and these activities are foundations of our dreams which is at its peak. I hope that we can all stay strong until the end, friends! - Donelle Arceta

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After knowing that going through hard times can make us grow. I simply liked what the moon can show us. The moon may be covered by the sun's brightness, but just like us we have our own time, it will only depend on whether we will make use of it or waste it. I realized that being in the dark may make us half or broken, but eventually it will help us become whole or full. Just like the moon that has phases, we also do as a human being and going through that process will make us complete. Lastly, I realized after seeing the work of others that we should make use of it for every time that we have will pass. Just like the moon's light, we should make use of what we can do to be of help to others and grow much more.

- Calderon

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When midterms week was given, I felt so much pressure and work. Doing so much at a so little time felt like a big problem during those days, so big that finishing my midterm tasks was the only thing in my mind. Now im officially done, I feel cleared and proud for finishing and never giving up. and after those challenges I’m brand new and ready to move on, move on to the next step without knowing what’s next is like walking on an empty paper.

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Working hard has taught me that hard work helps people grow, and it has convinced me that our efforts are worthwhile.

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Will I pass? What score would I get? Will this affect my future? What happens when I fail? What would I tell my parents if I failed? Will I get scolded?- Regalado

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Will I pass? What score would I get? Will this affect my future? What happens when I fail? What would I tell my parents if I failed? Will I get scolded?- Regalado

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While we all have problems, we have learned to smile through them. I'm happy that each of us have come this far and we have the drive to continue further. Taking this week as an example, it was hard but we pulled through.

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This school year is like a marathon. We are all going for a certain achievement. After this midterms, I felt relieved that I did passed it. But I realized that this isn't the end yet. This is just another beginning. In a marathon we're not yet at the finish line, we're still on our first lap. That's why we need push harder and harder everyday. Endure the breakdowns, stress and more so that on day, we can achieve to attain the finish line.

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You all did a great job! Have enough rest!