STEM Newton Diaries

𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔. 𝑻𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓, 𝒘𝒆 𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓.

At first, we were just a random group of students in one section. Some quiet, some loud, some already close with each other, some barely talking. It all felt ordinary at the start, no one knew if we would actually click as a class.

Then came the moment they nominated me as Section Mayor. I was surprised. I didn’t expect it at all. My heart raced, my hands shook, and I kept thinking, “Apay Siak?” But your trust gave me the courage to step up and try my best. It wasn’t easy at first. There were moments I didn’t know what to do, sometimes I made mistakes, and moments I felt overwhelmed. But little by little, we started to adjust. We went through late nights, cramming, and even misunderstandings, but we still found a way to keep going together. We learned how to laugh even when we were stressed, and support each other when things got hard. And of course, we’ll never forget when our Official Group Chat got deleted, and the plans that never happened. These simple moments are what made our journey memorable.

I am not a perfect Mayor. I made mistakes and could have done better, but I tried my best to listen, guide, and be there for all of you. Through it all, we became more than classmates, we became a family.

I also want to give a special thank-you to our adviser, Sir Rosan. From day one, you guided us with patience, understanding, and care. You didn’t just teach lessons you taught us responsibility, teamwork, and perseverance. Thank you for listening, encouraging, and believing in us even when we doubted ourselves.

And of course, we’ll never forget your constant reminders, “Ana oras ka simrek? “Late ka manen!” “Tumblers?” “Wear your Uniforms?” “Wear your ID’s.” They may seem small, but they taught us discipline and responsibility in the most memorable way.

Because of you, our journey became more meaningful. You didn’t just advise a section, you shaped a family.

To all our subject teachers. Sir Sherwin, Sir Jayson, Sir Johnell, Sir Roel, Sir Aljay, Ma’am Rosalyn, Sir Billy, Ma’am Rachelle, Sir Angelo, Sir Jonathan, Ma’am Princess Ann, and Sir Zyrl.. thank you for sharing your knowledge, motivating us, and helping us grow not just academically, but as individuals. Your guidance and encouragement made this journey memorable.

As we move forward, let us carry this with us: “Knowledge without wisdom is nothing, and intelligence without power is useless.” May we continue to grow, not just in knowledge, but in character, discipline, and purpose.

Thank you to everyone for your trust, patience, laughter, and the memories we shared. This chapter may be ending, but the lessons, friendships, and experiences will stay with us forever.

This is Jonas A. Bonilla, your Section Mayor, officially signing off.

Happy Birthday, Sir Rosan!

We know your birthday was yesterday, but we’re really thankful that we get to celebrate it with you today. I just want to say thank you, Sir, not only for teaching us lessons in class, but also for teaching us lessons in life.

You’ve shown us that learning is not just about grades, but about growing, improving, and becoming better people. Because of you, we are learning to be more responsible, more disciplined, and more determined to reach our goals.

Thank you for always guiding us and for believing in us, even when we don’t always believe in ourselves. Those things may seem small, but they mean a lot to us.

We would also like to thank our parents who helped prepare this celebration and made this day possible.

We hope you had a meaningful birthday yesterday, and we wish you more strength, good health, and happiness so you can continue inspiring more students like us.

Happy Birthday again, Sir! 🌹☀️

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝟏𝟐–𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐊𝐈𝐒𝐎 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝

A wave of pride swept through San Nicolas National High School as two talented Grade 12 – Newton students earned Gold Awards in the Hong Kong International Science Olympiad (HKISO) Heat Round.

The achievers, Akeisha Heart A. Baguio and Fergie Rose M. Butay, displayed remarkable dedication and scientific skill throughout the competition. Their achievement reflects the strong academic foundation and commitment to excellence that Newton learners are known for.

Both students secured top scores in the national-level heat round, proving their ability to rise above challenges and excel in an international academic arena.

Akeisha expressed her joy and appreciation for this achievement, sharing that it motivates her to continue pursuing her academic goals. Meanwhile, Fergie shared how grateful she is for the recognition, saying it strengthened her confidence and inspired her to keep giving her best.

HKISO is one of the most respected science competitions for young learners, featuring rigorous examinations that test critical thinking, scientific understanding, and analytical problem-solving.

The entire 12–Newton family, together with the SNNHS community, stands proudly behind Akeisha and Fergie as they continue their journey as young Filipino scientists.

Their gold medal victory is more than just an award, it is a symbol of hard work, passion, and the bright future they carry forward.

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝐀 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐉𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐥 𝐏. 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐳!

Guinevere proudly earned the title 2nd Runner-Up in the Miss Damili Sports Festival 2025. Her grace, confidence, and humility shone on stage, reminding everyone that true beauty comes from character and dedication.

Congratulations, Guinevere! We’re genuinely proud of your achievement and the way you carried yourself throughout the event.

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟮 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀

Grade 12 Newton proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of its students for the First Quarter! This quarter, the section achieved a remarkable 100% achiever rate, with all learners earning academic distinction.

Among them, 1 student attained Highest Honor, 8 students received High Honors, and the rest were awarded With Honors.

These achievements reflect not only each learner’s hard work, determination, and passion, but also the unity and teamwork that define Newton’s spirit of excellence.

Guided by the unwavering support of their adviser, Mr. Rosario Angelo V. Ramos, the class continues to uphold Newton’s legacy of discipline and success.

Congratulations, Grade 12 Newton achievers! Keep reaching for greater heights, your dedication truly inspires!

Exams are coming, kaya mo ‘yan! 💪💙 Good luck and don’t forget to review


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