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The Official School Publication of Muntinlupa Science High School PIE stands for Physical, Intellect, and Emotion.

I ❤️ PIE

This project is created in line with the special class program – Journalism. Physical refers to the conventional structure for news writing. Intellect is for the intelligent opinion applied in editorial writing. Emotion is widely expressed in feature writing. Since journalism class as a special program is only given to grades nine and ten, the project aims to reach the lower levels showing interest and possessing potentials in journalistic writing.

18/09/2025

Researchers in the making 🥼🧪

Muntinlupa Science High School had been recognized as one of the top schools who partook in the STEP MSTR Class Top Schools in the STEM Enrichment Program hosted by Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital at De La Salle Zobel Vermosa Campus, held last September 13, 2025.

Consisting of Math, Science, and Research as STEM's core subjects, these students showcased their exemplary skills, active participation, and inquisitive minds all throughout the workshop.

Continue to aim high, MunScians!

Read more about the event on the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19yDzceZNb/

| Visual Asset by: Sabina Blair Eleazar
| Photo courtesy of Mrs. Marilu Lorzano

16/09/2025

𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 | Inter-School Athletic Meet: Blitzkrieg nabs champion, 1st runner-up

Muntinlupa Science High School’s (MSHS) Badminton team, Blitzkrieg, won the champion and first runner-up title in the annual SDO inter-school meet held at Christ the King School of Muntinlupa, on September 4, 2025.

Showcasing their exemplary skills in badminton, the following students represented the school:

Cruz, Juan Ramon, 12-Nielsen
Alzate, Pia, 9-Fermi
Martina, Ambito, 8 - Einstein
Nidea, Chloe, 8 - Eigen
Oray, Coleen, 8 - Eigen
Pabuayon, Arkin, 8 - Euler
Picardal, Ayron Gabriel, 8- Edison
De Leon, Yvan Jacob, 7 - Arrhenius

In the girls' category, singles players Martina Ambito and Pia Alzate competed, while Chloe Nidea and Coleen Oray teamed up for doubles.

Meanwhile, in the men’s category, singles players Yvan Jacon De Leon and Ayron Gabriel Picardal competed, while Juan Ramon Cuz and Arkin Pabuayon played doubles.

The girls’ doubles pair Nidea and Oray, along with singles player Pia Alzate, finished the event with the 1st runner-up title.

Due to the conflict of age with the champion of the men’s singles, Ayron Gabriel Picardal was given another chance to compete for the finals—where he brought home the trophy.

Chloe Nidea expressed that she felt grateful and proud to have finished as 1st runner-up in the girls’ doubles category—even though it was tough, coach Reymond helped them and the match pushed them to grow and learn more about each other as partners.

Blitzkrieg looks forward to their next step in competing at the upcoming district meet—continuing their burning passion in playing Badminton.

| Article by: Georgina Tubo
| Photo courtesy of Mrs. Cristina Masangkay

16/09/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | MunSci journos cap day 4 of writing workshop

Concluding the four-day “Pampaaralang Pagsasanay sa Dyornalistikong Pagsulat,” Muntinlupa Science High School’s campus journalists engaged in the final leg of the workshop on September 8, 2025, at the Multi-Purpose Hall.

The program began with opening remarks from Ms. Jenie Egido, while Rafha Yla Adolfo and Layne Arvie Gonzales facilitated the event as Masters of Ceremony.

The last day highlighted the creative side of journalism through lectures and activities on Editorial Cartooning, Column Writing, and Feature Writing.

Mr. John Lloyd S. Ballesteros from Tunasan National High School (TNHS), who led the Editorial Cartooning session, emphasized that “content matters more than skill” and guided the participants in making compositions that evoke emotions from readers.

In Column Writing, Ms. Marie Syrille R. Barcelona from Muntinlupa National High School (MNHS) distinguished the category from Editorial Writing and discussed its role in expressing perspectives. She emphasized that writers must always anchor the piece with a clear news peg.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Mary Ann O. Wijetunge from MNHS tackled Feature Writing. She highlighted the importance of crafting intriguing headlines that spark curiosity, while also showcasing effective leads from various Filipino feature articles filled with vivid imagery.

The workshop as a whole emphasized honing not only the technical but also the creative aspects of journalism, equipping MunSci journalists with skills essential to excel at the upcoming Division, Regional, and National Schools Press Conference in October 2025.

| Article by: Nadya Ysabelle P. Rago
| Photo courtesy of Eliana Zipagan via Ang Matyag and Sharee Abrantes

14/09/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | STEP ‘25: MunScians pioneer in STEM

Empowering STEM in students, Muntinlupa Science High School (MSHS) students immersed themselves in the STEM Enrichment Program (STEP) held by Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital at De La Salle Zobel (DLSZ) Vermosa Campus.

The following MunScians from senior high school and junior high school represented the school at the event:

Grade 12
Cedie Brum
Samantha Umali
Rosuel Aslie Vale
Grade 11
Alfonso Rae Casupang (Research Congress)
Krishna Mana
Euan Gerson Niolar
Daniel Eli Ciervo
Grade 10
Andrew Stephen Ampatin
Deryn Travis Javier
Georgina Tubo

To open the event, Dr. Ruby P. Ramos, principal of DLSZ, delivered the opening remarks—followed by the messages of esteemed guests from the National Research Congress of the Philippines (NRCP) and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital’s officials.

STEP had three activities with MSTR Class (Math, Science and technology, and Research Class) being the first, which focused on a learning session for JHS and SHS students, aiming to deepen their knowledge in core STEM subjects.

Research Congress being the second session focused on a comprehensive workshop where students dive into the fundamentals of research writing.

For the last activity, the Robotics Roadshow brings robotics education straight to NCR schools through hands-on workshops, where students learn the basics of line-tracing with Arduino-based robots that will be held in the second week of November.

The day concluded with a round-up quiz bee for the MSTR class and a study presentation of the Research Congress in which both programs assessed the students’ understanding—the results will be announced in the following week.

Don King Evangelista, OIC of Science DEPED NCR, together with the board of Applied Science of DLSZ held the closing remarks of the event—expressing their gratitude to the students in actively engaging in the STEP 2025.

| Article by: Georgina Tubo
| Photo courtesy of Mrs. Marilu Lorzano

14/09/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | Student Development, Career Growth in SLAC ‘25-'26

To further enhance student development and career growth, Muntinlupa Science High School initiated a School Learning Action Cell (SLAC) session 2025–2026, held on September 12, at the school’s gymnasium.

Ms. Edcarmel Dingal, the Master of Ceremony, delivered the opening remarks—followed by the welcoming message of Ms. Mary Jane Amion and an inspirational talk from Mrs. Peachy Malacaman.

Mrs. Princess Garcia discussed the 10 characteristics of students with special needs, underscoring the importance of understanding and supporting learners in diverse situations.

Mr. Justin Obis then delivered a lecture on mental health awareness, while Mrs. Gemma Jereza provided insights on career progression and COIs for faculty development.

The SLAC served as a platform for teachers to collaboratively address learning challenges, share best practices, and strengthen professional development in line with the Department of Education’s goals for continuous improvement.

Certificates of appreciation were awarded to the guest speakers in recognition of their contributions. The session concluded with closing remarks, leaving teachers inspired to strengthen teaching practices and pursue professional growth.

| Article by: Jam Lei Vidal
| Photo courtesy of Frances Sunico and Jam Lei Vidal

14/09/2025

Pope Leo XIV’s 70th 🎉

On September 14, Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, turns 70. Born in Chicago in 1955, he assumed the papacy in May 2025, becoming the 267th pope.

Well-wishers from around the globe—Catholic faithful, students, priests, and religious institutions—sent prayers, greetings, and birthday cakes in honor of his day, celebrating his leadership marked by simplicity, humility, and faith-centered service.

| Visual Asset by: Amanda Bundalian

11/09/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | YES-O, Sci dept. launch Sci Month '25

The Youth for Environment in Schools Organization (YES-O) and the Science department opened Science Month 2025 with a kickoff program on September 11 at Muntinlupa Science High School (MSHS) gymnasium, highlighting the role of science, technology, and innovation as partners in building a stable future.

The program began with a prayer led by Tyrice Malacaman, followed by "Zumba Robotics" led by the Robotics Club, welcoming remarks from Mrs. Webena Gerona, and a statement of purpose by Ms. Peachy Malacaman.

The highlight of the kickoff program was the presentation of team yells and banners with seven teams representing research institutes and showcasing their colors:

• Violet – Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC)
• Blue – Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI)
• Indigo – Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI)
• Yellow – Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI)
• Orange – Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI)
• Green – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD)
• Red – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD)

Each team showcased an experiment on stage, capturing the audience’s interest through demonstrations of scientific concepts.

To conclude the commemoration, Ms. Marilu Lorzano initiated the closing remarks by expressing gratitude to all participants and encouraged everyone to actively take part in the upcoming activities.

| Article by: Ariethe Serrano
| Photo courtesy of Blair Eleazar and Amanda Bundalian

11/09/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | Day 3: MunScians explore science writing, photojournalism

To further nurture journalistic writing, Muntinlupa Science High School’s English and Filipino Journalism students partook in training once more, this time in science writing and photojournalism on September 3, 2025 at the Multi-Purpose Hall.

The morning session started off with Mr. Elizalde R. Lugtu from Putatan Elementary School (PES), leading the discussion about science writing.

Not only did he teach the students tips in writing a good science article, but also gave the students an activity in which they had the chance to create their own article from the provided fact sheet.

Featuring Ms. Elizabeth S. Cuizon from Tunasan National High School (TNHS), the afternoon session began with tackling photojournalism and sharing tips on capturing a good shot.

After a short discussion, she assigned the student journalists to take pictures around the campus with the theme, “An afternoon in Munsci.”

The event aimed to hone skills for the upcoming Division, Regional, and National Schools Press Conference, with the Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC) set to happen this October.

| Article by: Ayeisha Agustin
| Photo courtesy of Brianne Uy

11/09/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | MunSci journos hone skills on Day 2 of writing workshop

The second day of the “Pampaaralang Pagsasanay sa Dyornalistikong Pagsulat” progressed on September 2, 2025 at Muntinlupa Science High School (MSHS), engaging MunSci journalists in a series of lectures and training sessions led by distinguished speakers in the field of journalism.

The morning session opened with Ms. Noribel M. Daclan, who discussed Copyreading and Headlining for Filipino Journalism, and Ms. Jingle E. Recalde for English Journalism.

In the afternoon, Mr. Jako F. Manikan took the stage, tackling Collaborative and Desktop Publishing. The day concluded with an insightful lecture on Radio Broadcasting and Scriptwriting discussed by Mr. Melecio S. Balero.

They emphasized that journalists are subjected to working under pressure, not only must you be skilled, you must also be disciplined.

The workshop aimed to enhance the skills of aspiring MSHS journalists, equipping them with essential techniques in news writing, editing, and broadcasting.

| Article by: Mary Joselou Gutierrez
| Photo courtesy of Brianne Uy and Sharee Abrantes

09/09/2025

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 | Staying, Serving, Thriving

I first walked into Muntinlupa Science High School on July 1, 2003, as a city-paid teacher. Back then, I never imagined that more than two decades later, I would still be here—serving and growing with the school I now call home. Now, as I stand nominated for Outstanding Head Teacher at the 2025 Gawad Salakab Excellence Awards, I can’t help but look back on everything that brought me here.

I've always enjoyed teaching at MunSci. While others applied for higher positions or sought transfers to other schools, I chose to stay. I was afraid that if I applied for a promotion, I’d be transferred somewhere else. Even when I was promoted from Teacher III to Head Teacher III in 2018, I was still officially detailed because the item belonged to another school. Yet despite these technicalities, I stayed.

Through the years, I’ve learned to adapt. Our school heads usually serve as OICs or don’t complete their full three-year term. Leadership styles changed, priorities shifted—but I remained committed to my work and my students. Mrs. Diaz once described me as a “MunSci survivor,” and maybe she was right.

That’s why this nomination means so much to me. It isn’t just my own doing—it’s a collective effort. My colleagues encouraged me to finish my nomination write-up just in time for submission. They sent me messages of encouragement, prayers, and congratulations. Their words may have seemed small, but they lifted me up: “Whatever happens, marami kaming naniniwala sa’yo.”

Now, as I prepare for the panel interview and written examination, I feel both nervous and grateful. This recognition is already a blessing. It’s a chance to represent MunSci, to honor the people who believed in me, and to show that even in the face of challenges, we can rise.

From a city-paid teacher to a nominee for a prestigious award, my journey has been one of perseverance and resilience. Whether or not I take home the award, I know I’ve already achieved something far greater: the respect of my colleagues, my students, and my community.

| Article By: Lauren Felize M. Cabada
| Visual Asset by: Sabina Blair Eleazar

09/09/2025

𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 | Saldua speeds MunSci back on track

Over a decade without an athlete on the track, Muntinlupa Science High School (MSHS) made its long-awaited return to the athletics scene through Sean Kiel Saldua of Grade 7 – Arrhenius, who competed in the Inter-School Athletic Meet on September 4–5, 2025.

Saldua—a former athletics player from Tunasan Elementary School—prepared for the competition through regular training under the Youth Affairs and Sports Development Office. (YASDO)

Coach Dacera expressed pride in her athlete, calling MunSci’s participation a “big comeback” and highlighting Saldua’s dedication both in training and in schoolwork.

The two-day meet opened with the singing of the national anthem, hymns, and a prayer, followed by the introduction of the participating schools and principals. Shortly after the ceremonies, Saldua warmed up for his first race: the 100-meter dash, where he placed 6th out of 7 runners.

On the second day, Saldua returned for his final event, the 200-meter dash, this time improving to a 5th place finish out of 7 competitors. After his races, Saldua stayed at the venue to watch and support other athletes in their events, showing his enthusiasm for the sport beyond his own performance.

Saldua’s participation marked the beginning of a new chapter for MunSci athletics—his perseverance on the track serves as a stepping stone toward building the school’s presence in future meets.

| Article by: Khaila Alto
| Photo courtesy of Ma’am Kharla Dacera

07/09/2025

𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 | MunSci paddlers ace tables with gold, silver finishes

Proving that Muntinlupa Science High School (MSHS) is a rising force in table tennis, Brylle Wayne Dator and Gabrielle Espiritu powered their way to the podium at the Inter-School Table Tennis Meet held on September 4, 2025, at Bayanan Elementary School.

Dator, Grade 11 – Bell, captured the Singles B championship with a dominant sweep of three opponents, while Espiritu, also from Grade 11 – Bell, claimed first runner-up in Singles A after a strong finals showing.

“It was an amazing experience to represent our school in the Inter-School Athletic Meet,” Espiritu said after her silver finish.

Dator echoed the same pride, saying, “Since I am an external, I feel really good actually representing this school better than my last school because of the recognition given to sports here at MunSci.”

With their medals secured, both Brylle Wayne Dator and Gabrielle Espiritu now look ahead to tougher competitions, carrying the pride of Muntinlupa Science High School and setting the tone for future victories.

| Article by: Zyan Aquino Sanchez
| Photo courtesy of Sir Julius Arojado

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