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Wedding ceremonies are usually held at a catholic church given the amount of Catholics in the country.  They are similar to weddings in American with the addition of sponsors.  Principal sponsors are either relatives or friends who are important and have influence in a community. The principal sponsors speak on behalf of the couple and their future success. Principal sponsors also help pay for the wedding. Secondary sponsors do not have to contribute any funds to the wedding.
A few traditions in the ceremony:
- unity candle
- presentation of coins (also known as: Arras or Arrhae) to symbolize prosperity
-the white veil to symbolize purity
-the cord called a yuga symbolizes everlasting fidelity and signifies that they walk the world as equals.

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There are many festivals throughout the Philippines from the Feast of the Black Nazarene in Manila, to the Sinulog Festival in Cebu, and to the Dinagyang in Iloilo, to name a few.  The different festivals are mostly religious or have to do with national or seasonal holidays.

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Teachers must practice effective classroom management skills throughout the lesson and must make adjustments for different learning styles.  Due to the large amount of students in one classroom this can be a challenging job for even the most experienced teachers.
In the past teachers have relied on a punishment method for classroom management. The focus has shifted in the Philippines towards better teaching techniques that help prevent problems through improved planning, organizing and managing of classroom activities, better presentation of instructional material and better student-teacher interactions. The goal is to keep students engaged in learning.

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Lechon Sisig was invented by Aling Lucing at his stall next to the railroad tracks in Angeles City, considered the culinary capital of Pampanga. Sisig makes use of parts that might otherwise go to waste and in the Filipino culture no food goes to waste. It is made from the pig’s cheeks, head, and liver and turned into a sizzling appetizer. It contains the cheeks are boiled, roasted then fried, the snout and ears mixed with fresh chilli, vinegar, and lemon juice. The dish is usually served over steamed rice with hot sauce optional.

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Education in the Philippines is considered one of the most cherished treasures that anyone can possess. They encourage children to get all they can out of it and that it is the key to success. Even said to be seen as wings for progress of human beings.

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We dream of Filipinos
who passionately love their country
and who values and competencies
enable them to realize their full potential
and contribute meaningfully to building the nation
As a learner – centered public institution,
the Department of Education
continuously improve itself
to better serve its stakeholders.

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The Philippines are located in Southeast Asia and has had many capital cities. Manila was established as the capital city in 1595

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The Filipino people were looking to find their identity within popular music in the late 1980s. A group of composers got together to write and create music, their labors contributed to the rise of the creation of Brown Music, much like the African-American “Black Music.” One award winning composer Ryan Cayabyab fused together foreign pop expressions with indigenous musical features which allowed for artists to emerge on the commercial scene who used to be viewed as non-mainstream. One such artist is Joey Ayala. Paving the way for newer alternative artists to enter the mainstream as well like Apl de ap from the Black Eyed Peas and Charice Pempengo.

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A short sea ride from Davao City is Samal Island. It is also known as the island Garden City of Samal, it is inhabited by the Sama tribe which is a mix of Mansakas, Mandayas and Muslims. It is made up of 7 smaller islands, with plenty 118 kilometers of coastline and a mountain range on the eastern coast. The water is crystal clear and it is a popular spot for tourists from across the world and has been marked by the government as a tourist zone. Samal Island has a spot called the Vanishing Island in barangay (village) of Tambo that disappears when the tide comes up. Pearl Farm’s waters are a marine sanctuary with amazing coral reefs and two sunken Japanese World War II ships. The Sama tribe primary occupations are farmers and fishermen. The island offers only one rice granary in barangay Aumbay and in the morning fisherman can be seen around the island. The population continues to grow and as the island has limited resources the government is facing a uncontrolled population problem.

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Even in the Philippines soup is still a comfort when sick. A popular porridge is a thick chicken and rice one called Arroz Caldo. It is cooked with ginger and often garnished with a hard-boiled egg, green onions, and toasted garlic. It can be found in many street stalls.

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Following the Basic Education Act in 2013 the Philippine education system is very much like America with 12 years of schooling beginning at age 5 (as opposed to 10 years before the act and starting at age 6). Grades K-6 are elementary and 7-12 are secondary. Students can then go on to University/College for 4 years.
The public schools in the Philippines are very crowded and there has been much need for additional schools to be built to accommodate the large number of students.  Many classrooms have been divided and small classrooms built in hallways to make room.

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Tagalog is considered the foundation of the Philippine national language but it is only spoken in Manila, the capital city, and surrounding provinces. Since the 1930s, it was not specified as the National language but was the de facto common language because it was understood throughout the Philippines. That was until the Filipino language was adopted.

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Roman Catholicism has the largest religious following in the Philippines (80.6%). This religion was first introduced to the Filipino peoples through the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in the early 1500's.

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Arnis, also known as Kali or Eskrima, is the national sport and martial art of the Philippines.

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The Kubing – The bamboo jaw harp
The kubing is a type of jaw harp made from a carved bamboo reed that is played on the lips. This instrument is actually found throughout the Philippines and known by many names.
It is generally used as a form of communication between family and loved ones especially in courtship. The player puts the kubing toward their mouth in between their lips and plucks the end of the instrument creating various sound and notes depending on the rhythm and tempo of the fingers plucking the kubing.

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To protect and promote the right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, culture-based, and complete basic education where:

Students learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating environment.
Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner.
Administrators and staff, as stewards of the institution, ensure an enabling and supportive environment for effective learning to happen.
Family, community, and other stakeholders are actively engaged and share responsibility for developing life-long learners.

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BILAO
A bilao is a flat round-shaped rice winnower, a traditional implement in the Philippines. It is usually made from woven wood. To winnow is to free grain from the lighter particles of chaff, dirt, small stones, etc., especially by throwing it into the air and perhaps allowing the wind to blow away impurities.

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The “Yawning” Jarlet of Leta-Leta Cave

This jarlet, declared a National Cultural Treasure, is the earliest pot recovered in the country. It has a  distinct rim that resembles a shouting or yawning person, which is why it has the name "Yawning"

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Islam is the second largest religion in the Philippines after Roman Catholic Christianity (5.6%). The religion existed in the region for around a century before the spread of Christianity

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Information and Communications Technology is a movement to integrate technology practices into the classroom.
4 Pillars of ICT
- Enhancing Teaching and Learning
- Enhancing Communication and Engagement
-Improving Techology Infrastructure
- Strengthening Information Systems

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There are over a hundred languages spoken in the Philippines with eight of them considered major languages. Those are Ilocano, Pangasinan, Pampango, Tagalog, Bicol, Cebuano, Hiligaynon and Waray-Samarnon. In the 1987 Constitution settled on the National Language as Filipino, a fusion of the native languages and English. Section 7 of article XIV stated that for communication and instruction, the official languages are Filipino and, until otherwise provided by law, English. However, regional languages are considered auxiliary official language in their region.