I'm back on the list!

Back story:
I almost got into the during 1st term but damn MICECON, I got a 1 (Passing Grade. In La Salle, the highest we can get is a 4, 3.5, 3, 2.5...) and it pulled my grades down and averange 2.8. Sayang. Never the less,  that's I get for the efforts I've put on the subject.


Now:

Yup! I'm back! I got in again! I'm so happy!

With all the struggles and stress that I had for the 2nd term, I'm finally back on the Dean's List! (Well, there's still no official release from the registrar but Denniel computed my grades) It's not easy to handle handle an organization and the 2nd term to be on a full load. Knowing my style and discipline in studying (which is not that good. he-he :P), maka-daan lang sa dean's list, masaya na ako.

I guess, it's just how much effort you put in all of your subjects. Priorities is one, time management is another factor and ask all the help you can get from classmates (legal ah) to help you improve yourself as a student.

All the sleepless nights are worth it and I hope I made my parents proud. I can't give much to them but being on the list is my pay back to the trust they gave me. Since they allowed me to be active in Lucid and through various activities.

Will I be back again next term? I don't know, hopefully! That's the goal again but I'll just go with the flow again, give it my best shot since it's the last term and the last for De La Salle Canlubang.

PS. Those people who are bashing ComArts students because they think that what we do is easy. Well, think again. You choose your course because that's the best course that suits for you. Bakit ako mag Eng'g kung alam ko naman mahina ako sa math? We have our own strengths and specialization and I took what's best for me and try to excel on it.

MONG

Back track.

As I randomly click links while browsing my blog. 

I came across the days when we were about to perform at Kultura Verde and at the same time our newly recruited "babies"/trainees at Lucid Dance Troupe will be performing at the acquaintance party. I just remembered when the days before were so hectic.

We're practicing two groups, practice at the same time for 2 different events. Although the freshmen's numbers before were 15+ and can create a whole routine that is similar to the routine that we were about to perform. Unlike what we experienced at Skechers where from that 15+ freshmen only a handful remains. This event is one for the keeps. Everyone were enjoying. Everyone's excited to get back on stage and give it all our best knowing that we're part of the Centennial Closing Ceremony.

 

When I though that we can retain that number to be active members. There I was thinking about the future for Lucid. But I'm not saying that we won't have something to look forward to. Whatever thought I was thinking for the group before and to with the experiences that I encountered until now, I can say there is something really to look forward to. :)

  

The Journey to Skechers Street Dance Battle 8! Part 1: The Beginning.

The road to Skechers Street Dance Battle 8 for Lucid Dance Troupe was not easy, especially for me (If you were reading some of my past blog posts). 

Dating back to last term where we were still in search for our competing team. I had my own problems, as a son, a student, a dancer and the president of the group. I went from someone who was hyped up and really excited to lead, to someone who's indecisive. I felt that I lost my passion for dancing with all the school works, the pressure on me and the fatigue was catching up on me. I was feeling sick. In 1 week, I had 2 check ups in the hospital, got a massage from a "managhihilot" and drank all sorts of medicines. I was weak, physically and mentally. I felt that I was the only one moving in the group. I felt that I was alone. 

So to Ate Marianne I go! The Ate of the group and consider my older sis. ;)

She's been here. She was our former president. Somehow in her journey, she felt what I was feeling but she didn't quit. Stayed strong especially to the group she loves the most. I'm very thankful to all the seniors especially her for her undying support even though she's on her internship. (But more on that later :D ) 

One rainy day (first term) when heavy rains were pouring and classes were suspended, me and my friends went to school to help in repacking dry goods to be donated. Ms. Jaymee was there and we had a little talk. I told her because of the sudden suspension of classes and trainings canceled that we were lacking time for our preparations. Our target date was September 22 - Kick-Off (before we knew that all the HS Leg will be on the 22th and we will be on the last day of eliminations, October 13).

With all that said, she replied "Your call Mr. President." 

Yes, it was still my call. One wrong decision and I might have ended my members dream to compete in one of the most competitive competition in the country. That pride to represent the school. I know how it feels to compete and give your all. The trust and that confidence that Ms. Jaymee has given me because she believed in my potential. I just have to push through the competitions...but not for me, still.

For the first time in Lucid Dance Troupe that we have members auditioning for spots to compete. In my past experiences, we just got dancers who are available to compete. This is a new experience for us, particularly on how we'll handle this situation. 

I didn't hide what I felt, especially to the group. I said, while I was watching their audition pieces I was searching for something. Searching that passion and drive from my members for me to compete and stay strong. I didn't think that they didn't do a great job, but thought that they improved so much that I was lacking the determination to improve also. I was about to not to join the competition because in myself I'm having second thoughts and I felt that I was weak. The audition went trough. I had my name written with all the doubts and was hoping everything goes well.

1) Agbisit, Ramon Emmanuel

2) Albano, Katherine Rose

3) Cortez, Hannah Alayssa

4) Galang, Dominique

5) Garica, Keisha Erika

6) Lazarte, Kurt

7) Macandog, Fianne Miguel

8) Magsaysay, Marian

9) Ortega, Mary Angela

10) Ramos, Nikka Elia Kim

11) Santos, Alexandra

12) Santos, Jhustine Lois

Four (4) freshmen, five (5) sophomores and three (3) juniors (senior members) were selected about to make Lucid Dance Troupe's Skechers Team. It was one of the most difficult decisions I had to make. There were a lot of improved members and it was hard enough to choose. 

With all the doubts in my mind that time, who would have thought in a month of straight trainings and adversaries of each and everyone in the group that we could come up to something like this.

One of our last full routine training before the competition. Photo (c) Marianne Sigue

Thanks to Dom Galang, that we had a great choreographer who wasn't just there to teach us but was also our Kuya who stood up and gave us encouragement when every one was feeling down because of the strong competition.

Coach/Choreographer/Kuya Mav Simangin

I'm thankful also to my members, namely Lisa, Margie, Igi, Jhomar and Maria who still went to training's and didn't leave the group despite the times when I can't focus on you guys.

To be continued...

Photos c/o Lois, Marianne

MONG

Starting out 2nd term.

With all the stressful days gone for the first term eventually I passed all my subjects (if not all) with good grades! Although my grades didn't get the cut off for Dean's list this term, at least I know that I gave my effort to all my work. I could have done better but that's just how it is.

I'm glad that I didn't failed any course. My Economics class gave me a flat 1 which caused and dragged my grades down for me not to be able to be a Dean's list. Now that the 1st term is over, I could focus more now with my organization as we compete for Skechers 8.

But before the training marathon started. CSA Office with La Sallian Missions Office gave us a once in a life time experience to have an immersion with a barangay at Lemery, Batangas. This is an eye opener for some because it's not the usual get to know the community with the structure type of outreach but more on how you will know the community more intimate. We were luck to get to know one of the oldest citizen of the sitio, Mang Romy. He was there for 40 years now and he's shared the simple life living there and the struggles that they have faced as a community.

We also planted Mangrove seedlings. This kind of exposures doesn't come often. It was a great opportunity to experience something like this and a way to spend a short term break before classes start again.

I'm thankful I was part of this activity. Even though we don't have the finances but still God provided and things eventually came accordingly.

Photos C/O Ms. Malet

MONG

To the next 100 years!

June 16, 2012

To creating the next great idea! The DLSU-DLSC integration has arrived! Another milestone for the Lasallian community as DLSU shares faith, service and communion for the next 100 years.
Student leaders from DLSC got their hands full as we prepare and wait for the arrival of the motorcade of DLSU-M all the way from Manila.
It was so hot that everyone was bearing the heat while waiting. As the motorcade arrivedeveryone was chanting D-L-S-U ANIMO LA SALLE!

I can officially say that we're
De La Salle University-Science and Technology Complex, Leandro V. Locsin Campus

I'm part of the next great idea!

DLSC's student leaders

With our CSA Director, Miss Jaymee Pantaleon

Dr. Julius Maridable, Chancellor of DLSC giving his opening remarks.

Honored that I met Br. Ricky Laguda FSC in person.

Student Leaders from DLSU-M

Met great people from DLSU. Very humble and appreciative.

 

To the next 100 years! Animo La Salle!

MONG

Cultura Verde experience!

The end is just the beginning!
June 15, 2012 marked the centennial closing celebration of the Lasallian presence in the Philippines. Lucid Dance Troupe is fortunate enough to be part of it. We were invited to perform at Cultura Verde, showcase of talents from different La Salle schools all over the country. It's a dream to perform in front of the Lasallian brothers and for the community. It's really a blessing and a great experience! Also, we performed on the new Henry Sy, Sr. Hall, how cool is that?

Lucid Dance Troupe, June 14 for the blocking day.

With Koro Lasalyano of the Integrated School of DLSC, represent!

Sir Brad of CAO of DLSU giving instructions.

Henry Sy Sr. Hall

St. Joseph School La Salle doing their blockings.

With our DLSL friends, Salindayaw Dance Company!

Margie, Alex, Lisa and Mayuki to support LUCID at Bonchon!

Dabarkads, dinner at Bonchon, UMall.

It was really a night to remember. It's not just about performing but also making new friends and strengthening old ones. I'm really grateful to all the Canlubangers who went to DLSU-M to support and watch us. Heard good comments about our performance and I think we can do it this year. Very inspiring because our new members also did a great job in their performance in DLSC. 

MONG

Something special for "Independence Day"

I'm really not a nationalist or patriotic type of person. I saw free flags and why not make something meaningful since it's independence day (june 12) and I have my camera.

 

Last June 11, 2012 was the start of the recruitment fair of Recognized Student Organizations but will do a different blog post on that.

Hi Ate Marianne! Take a smile! :)

Even Sir Percy wasn't safe from "The Flag"

Keisha workin' out the formation for the routine for our new members.

Kuya Nin just took the flag from me and made his pose,

Really had fun taking random shots with "My Flag". Approaching people I just want to take a photo with the flag. It was also Lucid's training that I was taking shots. Mehehehe.

Please do support our new Lucid members as they perform on DLSUnite : The Integration Kick-Off Party!

Long day today! Will be heading to DLSU-M for blocking adjustments for Kultura Verde on June 15. Jampack events for Lucid! Must get that rest nowww!

MONG

You know the feeling.

"There are things in this world more powerful than words..."

"Movement is the most basic form of communication." 

This video is just what I need for inspiration for the coming days. We have to make a routine and we're still not done or nearly half complete.
 I hope we can make it happen! 

BELIEVE.

I want to share to you my 2nd choreo and 1st video ever made. Just doin' what I feel is right.
I want to make my next one!

And yes,we did it. "Call Me Maybe"

Last May 31 and June 1, we had our auditions. I'm happy on how the it went. 12 new members joined Lucid and I'm hoping that all of them would stay. Hehe ;)

Big events are coming up! I'm very excited and nervous. Hope I can handle all the pressure as a student, dancer and all the paper works.

Lisa and JJ doin' their freestyles!

Now we have a presentation for a big event two weeks from now and this is what we are doing! Hahaha! Let's enjoy the moment because for the following weeks, vigorous training and rehearsals! (Oh good luck to us!)

I look like a fool. Yea. Enjoy, laugh because I did. :))

MONG

Kay seventeen turns eighteen!

Happy birthday Kay!

Last May 5, 2012 I went to Elsie Gaches Village to celebrate Kay's debut! Very heart warming. Instead of having a formal debut party, you chose to share your blessing with the less fortunate and the people in need.

I had a great time because somehow I know I was also able to help. :)

"Instead of using money or anything else for selfish means, use it to serve others. That’s the right use of power."

– Dave Egner

College Friends na sabik sa picture!

Happy birthday Kay!

MONG

Frosh101, DLSC

FRESHMEN ORIENTATION, May 14,2012 at the DLSC Auditorium

It was a great opportunity to serve the freshmen yesterday for their orientation. Call time for student leaders was at 7:20am but I arrived at school around 7 since I was coming from Los Banos.

Denz' was actually panicking coz he's the lone glee club member at that time and his members were not coming. :))

Welcome Freshmen!

Registration at 8am

Strike that pose Tin!

Jam packed auditorium 

Bosconians in the house!

Intermission by Lucid Dance Troupe

Intermission c/o Animo Teatro

Showtime baby!

Amazing Race

Final Activity

One Mission Park

One La Salle!

Hail! Hail! Hail!

Last Frosh Orientation Program for DLSC. LPEP next year! You can really feel the integration between the two campuses at work! This is just the beginning. School starts next week and I'm already on my 3rd year. More work! 

MONG