Why Not Us?

Posted by Steven Egay

For Gigaquit Civic Club
March 30, 2010

My cousin who is working with ABS-CBN Europe wrote this article . . . please click the title >>

Swiss cop quits job to help kids in Philippines

This is a moving story which made me think of a few things like:
1. It is embarrassing that a foreigner would have to do it for our kids?
2. Why not do it ourselves . . . not only for the sake of compassion but also for our self-respect?

I know that you cannot give something that you don't have. So this challenge of compassion and charity that I would raise is addressed to "The Have's" of Philippine society. For us Gigaquitnons in particular, this is addressed to our well-off kababayans.

By the way, I would like to cite the Gigaquitnons who have supported the Gigaquit Civic Club (GCC) projects especially our Scholarship initiative. Your help is much appreciated. This business of helping our less fortunate kababayans is the business of all Gigaquitnons . . . not just of the GCC.

We also appreciate those Gigaquitnons who are doing their share in a silent manner. Their activities may not be very visible but am aware of their efforts to help not only relatives but also others finish their education.

Lastly, I remember the adage "No man is so poor that he cannot help, and no man is so rich that he will not be in need of assistance" (I can't remember the exact words but the idea is the same). So to those who does not have the financial wherewithal, you could still help through your talents, efforts and time. For example, you can help the GCC solicit for our projects. Another is communicate our "mission"to those who have not read or heard about what we are trying to do. And several other possibilities . . .


Originally posted by Steve Egay at http://gigaquitnons.ning.com/

37th Commencement Exercises

Posted by MR. REGIE DEDUMO on March 28, 2010 (12:44am) at http://gnshionline.ning.com/


On March 29, 2010 at 1:00 pm will be the 37th Commencement Exercises of Gigaquit National School of Home Industries. Henceforth, I congratulate to the members of the 2010 graduating class for finally reaching and attaining another significant step in the educational ladder. This felicitation will not only be to the graduating students but likewise to the parents who deserve the honor for their great efforts, undying support, and to the teachers for encouragement in imparting to the students quality basic education.

Congratulations also to the 2010 Honor Roll :

Class Valedictorian – Frances Nicolle Babia Dumas

Class Salutatorian – Samson Larong Ciriaca, Jr.

First Honorable Mention – Leandro Keen Eledia Zapa

Second Honorable Mention – Aireen Napa Sebial

Third Honorable Mention – Nina Janine Deocampo Cubelo

Fourth Honorable Mention - Erica Pearl Balog Bayang

Fifth Honorable Mention – Michelle Galos Oinal

Sixth Honorable Mention – Marcely Sarcos Adlawon

Seventh Honorable Mention – Gheame Pearl Patosa

Eight Honorable Mention – Felomino Dalagan Galolo

Ninth Honorable Mention – Leah Mangohom Ludia

Tenth Honorable Mention – Jenelita Nioda Tagsip


Originally posted by Steve Egay at http://gigaquitnons.ning.com/

Gakit Festival arang ka bibo...

• Posted by MR. REGIE DEDUMO on March 15, 2010 8:30am at http://sinurigao.ning.com/

Nan Marso 13 nan ini na tuig 2010, tag himo an HI-gakit Festival diri sa Lungsod sa Gigaquit. Ini na festival amo an paghimo nan Gakit, lumba sa Gakit sanan pagwapohay sa Gakit. An entrante nan ini na festival amo an mga barangay sa Alambique, Ipil, Villafranca, Villaflor, Anibongan, sanan LASICAM. Sa lumba sa Gakit an nodaug amo an Barangay Villafranca sanan Villaflor, sa pagwapohay sa Gakit amo an Barangay Alambique sanan Ipil, an paghimo sa Gakit and Barangay IPIL sanan Alambique. Arang ka bibo an Gakit festival kay tag-dugok nan mga tawo para mangita.

Sa una kuno na panahon, sa waya pa madiskubre an lungsod sa Gigaquit, na puro pa ini katung-gan sanan kakahujan. May grupo kuno sa mga tawo na mga langyaw (yapay seguro mga ngipon ng mga tawo) na ni abot ini na lugar. Nakay an ila tag-sakjan kay Gakit man sukad pa sa ila lajo na panaw, pag-abot nila nan ini na lugar para mopahuway. Ila ini tag-ngayanan na Higad, kay sa may kilid man nan suba sila ni pahuway sanan an ila tagsakjan an Gakit man (yapamay baroto sa una). Inin Gakit, taghimo ini nan hamok na kajawan, ila tagpikit-pikit, tag huktan nan bayagon, hampan tag-palutaw sa tubig para ka sakjan. Ugsa inin Gigaquit, gikan sa word na Higad sanan Gakit. Amo ini na para pag preserbar sa cultura, an HI-Gakit Festival taghimo sa mga Higakitnon.

Is Alambique, Gigaquit the place of origin of Las-ay?

Posted by Steven Egay

For Gigaquit Civic Club
March 23, 2010

The word Alambique comes from the word Alembic which means . . .

1. a vessel with a beaked cap or head, formerly used in distilling.

2. anything that transforms, purifies, or refines.

Origin: 1350–1400; ME, var. of alambic < ML alambicus < dial. Ar al the anbīq still < Gk ámbix cup

Also, please check these . . .

http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alambique
http://www.alambique.org/
http://www.alambiques.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alembic
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/alembic

From the above information, we can deduce that the word Alambique is related to wine making . . . which led to the question . . . is it in Barangay Alambique, Gigaquit where our Las-ay wine originated?

Originally posted by Steve Egay at http://gigaquitnons.ning.com/

GiNSHIan 2010 Outstanding Student

Posted by MR. REGIE DEDUMO on March 15, 2010 (5:30pm) at http://gnshionline.ning.com
Last March 5, 2010 another GiNSHIan student receives the 2010 TOSS award held at Surigao City Cultural Center, Surigao City.
Frances Nicolle B. Dumas, a fourth year student and the daughter of Mr. Nicomedes E. Dumas, Jr. and Mrs. Emily Babia-Dumas received the award as The Outstanding Students of Surigao (TOSS) 2010. This search for TOSS 2010 is the project of Junior Chamber International (JCI) – Surigao Nickel Chapter (The leading Network of Young Active Citizens) and in cooperation of the City Government of Surigao, Provincial Government of Surigao del Norte, and the Department of Education (DepED).

The other TOSS awardees are the following:

Alves, Kareen Kaye M. - Surigao Education Center

Borja, Gerald T. - Surigao del Norte National High School

Cruzado, Rhea Mii A. - Caraga Regional Science High School

Jaafar, Norhaida A. - Amado A. Fabio Sr. Memorial Natl High School

Lim, Lyca D. - Caraga Regional Science High School

Mosquito, Kimberley Claire V. - Alegria National High School

Ortega, Eloisa Clarizze July V. - St. Jude Thaddeus Institute of Technology

Platil, Longrio C.- Surigao del Norte National High School

Reganon, Meg L. - St. Paul University Surigao

Rule, Donna Jeanne Q. - Claver National High School

Sardovia, Jonally B. - Placer National High School

Tado, Neda F. - Tubod National High School

Tan, Ariane Louise A. - Saint Paul University Surigao

Nicolle also passed the 2010 DOST Scholarship examination given last November 15, 2009 by the Department of Science and Technology at Surigao del Norte National High School (SNNHS), Surigao City. She was informed by Dr. Nancy L. Charcos, the Provincial Director of DOST that as a full scholar, she is entitled to choose any priority college degree come this June 2010 at any DOST accredited Universities and Colleges. And as a token, a medal will be given to her on graduation day come March 29, 2010.
Originally posted by Steve Egay at http://gigaquitnons.ning.com/

Love thy kababayan

Posted by Steven Egay

For Gigaquit Civic Club
March 8, 2010

Dear Gigaquitnons and friends around the world,

Let this message begin with the following words . . .

HELP A STUDENT, HELP A FAMILY, HELP A TOWN, HELP A NATION, HELP THE WORLD!

This coming June 2009, the Gigaquit Civic Club wish to send at least 1 poor but deserving Gigaquitnon high school graduate to college. We believe that this is one way of helping him, helping his family and so on. . . We just don't know the full extent and impact of this project will be in the future, but surely if pursued continuously, will result to a more progressive Gigaquit.

As has been said in management, the most important asset of all is human resource. Our colleagues in GCC are fine examples of good Gigaquitnon material. Possessing good qualities that can effect positive changes to the world. Now, we have kababayans who are untapped material. If given the right break they will rise, overcome obstacles and will do us all proud. All they need is somebody to lend a hand . . .

. . . and why not make that lending hand be yours? This is an opportunity not only for them but also for you to make your mark. That student whom you will send to school will be like your own child. His success will be yours as well.

Take this challenge ... take this chance.

For details how you can help, please contact the Gigaquit Civic Club at contact-us@gigaquitonline.com or call us at (632) 8346306.


Originally posted last October 23, 2008 by Steve Egay

2 GiNSHIans received STEP National Awards. . .

Posted by MR. REGIE DEDUMO on February 22, 2010 at 10:00am at http://gnshionline.ning.com/

Again the Gigaquit National School of Home Industries (GNSHI) got the pie of national awards in the 8th STEP –National Skills Development and Competitions (STEP-NSDC) held last February 5-10, 2010 at Camarines Sur National High School, Naga City, namely:

Rosemariegen S. Dumo – 3rd Placer in Dressing and Drawing Chicken with her Coach Mrs. Maria Linda D. Enario, and Kenneth John B. Cape – 4th Placer in Auto Electrical Wiring Installation (Lighting and Horn System) with his Coach Engr. Leopoldo P. Naraja.

The other 3 GiNSHIan national finalists are the following:
• Jestony H. Escabal – in Mutiple Rootstock Propagation with his Coach, Mr. Martiniano B. Enario
• Junric D. Pelaez – in Center Table Construction with his Coach, Mr. Jonathan L. Telen
• John Philip C. Ellorico – in Regulated Power Supply Assembly with her Coach, Mrs. Jasmin L. Yujoco.

To GiNSHIan students who gave fame and honor to our Alma Mater, Congratulations ! We are so proud of you. . .
Originally posted by Steve Egay at http://gigaquitnons.ning.com/