FTS Meeting 3 Reflection

Last Wednesday, June 25, 2014 we had our third meeting. It was held at IC lab2 though it is an air conditioned room it was so hot there at that time since the air condition is not functioning well. Our President open up the problem we are encountering right now but she assured us that our trip will be happening. We also tackled about the breakdowns of expenses. The Interpersonal Skills and Seminars and Team Building are approximately 48.00 pesos each. The Major field trip which will be on Manila is approximately 18,000 pesos each. The Mass preparation will cost 43.00 pesos each and lastly for the other fees will cost 10.00 pesos each. That’s explains why we need to prepare 20,000 pesos. She also assured us that we will be refunded if necessary. Then meeting adjourned.

WHY Model A? (FTS Paper 1 )

      Last school year, I and my friend were candidates for enrollees of the subject Field trip and Seminars. Whenever I hear the word Field trip, the words that automatically comes into my mind are happiness, enjoy, and money. My friends often tell me that field trip is super-duper fun! That’s why when I am so excited to enroll the subject—Field trip and Seminars. But unfortunately, I and my friend didn't qualify the classification or the standard to enroll the subject. You should have at least eighty eight units for you to become a third year standing so that you can enroll the subject. I felt betrayed and sad because we really expect that we can enroll the subject since we already completed the requirements before the enrollment starts. But now, before the second semester ends, we had our orientation for the subject Field Trips and Seminars (FTS). By this time, I already knew that I can really enroll the subject since I already qualify the specifications to enroll the subject.  We discussed about the things to do, preparations for the trip, the company visits, and of course the president of last batch’s FTS testifies her experience in the said trip. We also tackle about the dos and don’ts during the trip. And lastly, we had our election of officers and by the way, I am nominated as the Auditor of the class. The excitement I felt before never changed but I feel a bit nervous and unsure if I can really join the trip since it requires us to prepare a big amount.

First semester, June 2, 2014 I am officially enrolled including the subject FTS. I am excited and uncertain if I can really join the trip. Twenty thousand is really a big amount for us especially my father just died a month ago. We don’t know where to get that money but I do believe that God will provide. God is greater than my needs, my problems and me. I know that He hears my prayers and will surely provide money for my FTS. I do believe in His promises and I rely on Him. Matthew 21:22 says “If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask in prayer.”

                This subject is part of our curriculum so we must take this course. No one is exempted. This course is not just a pleasure trip but also an educational trip. According to Sir Randy Gamboa, The objectives of this subject are the following:

1. To familiarize the student with recent trends and developments in information and communication technology thru seminars and field trips as well as gain exposure.

2. To equip the students with basic interpersonal skills in their chosen fields of expertise thru non-technical seminars.

This subject requires us to attend seminars and lectures on current topics and issues on Information and Communication Technology as well as site visits and fieldtrips to different ICT enabled businesses. Westudents are expected to keep a journal integrating the academic and experiential elements of the program. For our site visits and field visits, we are identifying ICT Companies, ICT-Enabled businesses and ICT reliant industries where we can learn from. These may not only be in Davao City but also within the region or country. There are three models that we can choose from:

· Model A = 1 Major Fieldtrip (outside Mindanao) + 1 minor fieldtrip (Mindanao) + 1 seminar (national) + 2hrs. Interpersonal skills

· Model B = 1 Major Fieldtrip (outside Mindanao) + 2 minor fieldtrip (Mindanao) + 2 seminars (8hrs) (Mindanao) + 2hrs. Interpersonal skills

· Model C = 3 Minor fieldtrips (Mindanao) + 4 seminars (16hrs) (Mindanao) + 2hrs. Interpersonal skills

For me, these models are no inferiority and superiority over the other. This has its own significance and advantage. They are equal and fair but I prefer Model A which is one major field trip outside Mindanao and one minor field trip inside Mindanao and two hours Interpersonal skills. It is the best model for me since it has three tasks to do. It is not that hassle like the other models. Model B and C are hassle since it has many tasks to do. As it is said above, Model B has one major fieldtrip which is outside Mindanao, two minor field trips inside Mindanao, two seminars which is eight hours each and two hours Interpersonal skills. And Model C has three minor field trips inside Mindanao, four seminars which are sixteen hours each inside Mindanao and two hours Interpersonal skills. Though, these models are not that expensive yet they are hassle since we have to arrange many things. It takes us so many efforts to accomplish the requirements for these models. Not like the Model A, we just need to accomplish three things. I also want to go to Manila that’s why I chose Model A. I am excited to see what really is in the Manila. Many people say that it was messy, beautiful; over populated and even an author named Dan Brown says Manila is the Gates of Hell. I really don’t care what they say. I just want to describe the feeling. I just want to describe Manila in my own perception. I also want to see the big buildings and malls of Manila especially MOA. They say you can’t wander the mall in just a day. Wow! So, it’s really big. I already imagine that malls here in Davao were not even a half of it. One of the reasons also, why I chose Model A is I really wants to visit big ICT companies not just big but also known companies especially IBM. I want to be motivated and inspired to continue my career and studies.  And of course, I truly want to go Enchanted Kingdom. For me, it’s a dream come true. I want to ride the extreme rides; I want to experience an experience I never had before. I want to feel child again and I want to add this to my childhood memories. Well, I think it’s not that too late. I also I want to go to Tagaytay. I want to experience the beauty of Tagaytay. I want to see how God is so creative. These are my reasons why I chose Model A.

I know that these things I wrote about are I can really experience it. I will never let this opportunity pass through my life. I hope that we’ll enjoy the trip and there’s no big problem that we can’t handle along the way.

AIRPLANE (FTS Paper 2)

                                    What I expect from my first plane ride?

                According to Merriam-Webster dictionary an airplane is a machine that has wings and an engine and that flies through the air. In full definition, it is a powered heavier-than-air aircraft with fixed wings from which it derives most of its lift. In addition, it is a Fixed-wing aircraft that is heavier than air, propelled by a screw propeller or a high-velocity jet, and supported by the dynamic reaction of the air against its wings. An airplane's essential components are the body or fuselage, a flight-sustaining wing system, stabilizing tail surfaces, altitude-control devices such as rudders, a thrust-providing power source, and a landing support system. Beginning in the 1840s, several British and French inventors produced designs for engine-powered aircraft, but the first powered, sustained, and controlled flight was only achieved by Wilbur and Orville Wright in 1903. Later airplane design was affected by the development of the jet engine; most airplanes today have a long nose section, swept-back wings with jet engines placed behind the plane's midsection, and a tail stabilizing section. Most airplanes are designed to operate from land; Seaplanes are adapted to touch down on water, and carrier-based planes are modified for high-speed short take-off and landing.

                I used to ask questions before and even in the present about airplanes. I used to ask myself when I can ride a plane. How does it feel riding a plane? Is it safe to ride a plane? Who invented the plane? How does it work? How it becomes an airplane?  And why it can flies through the air? Some people say it is nervous, exciting, boring, fun, breath-taking, and it is an unforgettable experience to ride a plane.  I wish I can define the feeling. I wish I can ride a plane. Riding a plane is one of things I listed on my bucket list. I wish I can scratch it out on my bucket list. I've been into different places.  I travel by land and by sea but I've never ever tried to travel by air. That’s why I’m so excited to ride a plane. It’s my childhood’s biggest dream and even until now. I've always been dreaming to fly and touch the sky. And riding a plane seems like flying for me. During my childhood days, whenever I saw a plane airing in the sky I always smile while waving my hands at the airplane saying “Ba-bye!”  For my nineteen years of existence, this is my first ever opportunity to ride a plane. That’s why I am so excited for this coming September, I always say in my mind, “Fast forward September, Please.” I will never let this opportunity pass; I will surely grab it because sometimes opportunity only knocks once.  This is my first time to ride a plane that’s why I can’t wait for it. They say first times are special, memorable and forgettable. It is one of the best experiences in life either it is good experience or bad experience.  Well, since it is my first time to ride a plane my expectations are high. I do expect that it is breath-taking since it is my first time to ride a plane. I heard about news about plane crash and such negative things about riding a plane but I do always think positive since I am an optimistic person.  I am always praying and expecting that we will have a safe and enjoy trip.  I am expecting and thinking in a positive way that we will go outside the Davao complete and we will go home complete. I am also expecting that this is so fun. I will love this awesome moment of my life. And I am sure that I will keep on smiling the whole time of the ride. I am expecting also that this is so nervous. Because I don’t know, you don’t know and we don’t know what would really happen. Maybe this is the first and last time I can ride a plane. Well, only God knows but as of this moment, I am surrendering it to God and I trust Him all the way. I am also expecting that before I can ride a plane there are many process to do. As I heard from my friends who experienced to ride a plane, staffs and guards will check your baggage and of course you. They will check you if you have guns, sharp things like scissors and knifes. And they would ask you to remove your shoes, belt and such stuffs. There are many prohibited things in the plane such as any liquids are not allowed but except for perfume which is should only 100 ml.  I am quite expecting that our flight will be delayed because I know we are Filipino, so as expected we’ll surely put into practice again the “Filipino time”. (HAHAHA) I am also expecting that I could take a picture or what we called “selfie” with my friends since it is my first time but only if it is allowed. I am planning to take my sit near on the window so I can view the beautiful creation of God. Maybe I can even shout because of excitement but of course I should control myself since I believe that there are other passengers in the plane.  I’m also hoping that I and my friends can choose a position or an exact sitting arrangement for us. I am also expecting that the services in the plane are convenient and of course it is comfortable. I can’t wait for so long, how I wish tomorrow will be September. (HAHA)  I’m super-duper excited and I’m sure my classmates too. I hope all of my expectations will be met. I really can’t wait.

                I am looking forward to the things I wanted the most especially reaching my dreams. I am also thinking positive that I can really ride a plane in God’s perfect time. I am praying that this coming September, God will be our pilot and our guide for this trip.  I am also praying and hoping that this trip will be the best trip ever! And I and my classmates will be very happy.

Matthew 21:22

If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.

According to His riches in glory. :D

AMEN! :D I believe that this coming June 27-- the first payment for our booking of tickets that God will surely provide. 

Girl Thingy. Dresses ♥

EXCITED. That's the perfect word to describe what I really feel. Excitement drives me to search for dresses to wear for this coming September. These dresses are perfect for me. I hope I can buy a new one. J 

Introducing Myself! :D

Hi Sir! I'm Jheniel Guardiana, a BS Computer Science student. I'm 19 years old. I'm expecting that this subject will require us to be thrifty and our parents to save money for us to join the field trip. I'm also expecting that there's many paper works to do. I'm hoping that we'll learn more and experience new things from the trip. And I'm praying that God will bless our trip.

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FTS Meeting 2 Reflection

Last Friday, June 13 we had our second meeting. I am quite late that time since when I got there our President was already started the meeting. I think am just 5 minutes late so the President allowed me to signed the attendance sheet. It was held at 506 and it was 2:00 o'clock in the afternoon and as expected it was so hot. I was catching my breath when I got there since it's been a long time I go upstairs. Our President let us know that Sir RSG already posted the links for the reflections and she reminded us to post something in our blog. This time, the agenda is about the June 27 payment and the booking of plane ticket. It was also the returning of C.O.R's and receipts. Honestly, I am not totally listening to the discussion if we'll took block booking or batch booking since I am so sleepy that time because it was late noon and I am a bit tired since I am working as a student labor. But the majority decided to take batch booking. After that, the officers returned the C.O.R's and receipts and then meeting adjourned.  

FTS Meeting 1 Reflection

June 9, 2014 was the first day of school as well as our first official meeting. It was 2:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the IC Laboratory 2. As an officer I already knew what would be the things to be discussed. As expected, most of my classmates attended the meeting and wear their complete uniform. It was not just an ordinary meeting for us since Sir Randy is there to discuss some matters. It is also the submission of some of the requirements for us to complete the requirements of CHED and submit it to them. The agenda discussed was the following:

  * The terms of payment. Our Treasurer discussed how we will pay, the dates when will we pay and the Bank we chose. The dates to be remembered were June 27, July 16 and 31, August 18 and September 1. This coming June 27 will be the payment of 7,000 for the booking of ticket. It was quite BIG but I believe by God's grace I can pay it at the exact time.

 * Minor Field Trip. Our President-- Iana, proposed that our minor field in PSCC and the proposed date is after the major field trip.

 * Interpersonal Seminar. Our President also proposed that our interpersonal seminar will be on July 7, 8 am at USEP Social Hall.

 * FTS orientation with parents. She also discussed that our orientation with parents will be on September 6, 7 am.

 After the discussion, Sir RSG talked. He asked us if we are still not sure if we can join the trip, I raised my hands since I am not one hundred percent sure. I am not sure since my father just died last May and because of that my mother was the only one who is supporting us. But still, I am praying and I believe that I can join the trip and God will provide.