Friday, May 20, 2011
40 Best Things About Being A Mascian
by: Daniel Guevara, IV-Moseley
1. You study in a school where winning is mandatory and excellence is a tradition to uphold. You should be proud of that. Whatever mistake you commit, you are still regarded as intellectually gifted.
2. Masci is nationally acclaimed. Every victory and triumph of the school is also your success. Where else could you get superlative exaltation for doing absolutely… nothing?
3. You get to be called the hope of the future. Everywhere you turn, you are a hometown hero.
4. You belong to the first ever science high school in the Philippines. You belong to the original. All others are copycats.
5. You enjoy quality education. And that includes truckloads of homework, projects, subject requirements, tests, etc. And who could ever forget those abominable notebooks?
6. You are privileged to have express tickets to the best colleges and universities.
7. You pay nothing to the school. In other words, you're simply a parasitic leech sucking the school's funds dry. So don't ever think you have the right to destroy and ruin other people's lives.
8. You learn to love studying.
9. You look extremely smart to outsiders. People actually believe that Mascians are made out of brains.
10. Masci has "The Nucleus" and "Ang Ubod," the best secondary school papers this side of the planet. No questions asked.
11. Mascians swim exclusively in the "Batis ng Diwa." You get the picture.
12. You learn a lesson or two in life. And that does not include all the shenanigans you pick up in class.
13. Mascians are a diverse bunch of people. The probability of meeting your soul mate and your hell-raiser is high.
14. Masci has a historical artifact, the Bordner Building. Why go to Vigan, Ilocos Sur when you can visit the Bordner Building for that Spanish civilization ambience?
15. You are educated by beautiful, funny, extraordinary, and open-minded teachers. Perhaps that is a bit of an overstatement.
16. Masci has its share of famous alumni. Unfortunately, Mascians who make it to the entertainment industry conceal their identities. They use screen names. Besides, no one will believe your statements when you say a famous celebrity graduated from your school.
17. Mascians have over-supportive and ever so protective parents.
18. Your school is just in front of the Supreme Court and the NBI. Whenever there are protests or rallies, classes tend to be cancelled. Too much noise inhibits learning and gives students a well-deserved break.
19. Mascians are neighbors with students of UP Manila. You are a step away from the premiere university of the nation.
20. Masci is very accessible from anywhere in the metropolis, where most Mascians live. And yet, students still develop the habit of arriving late in school.
21. Mascians are taught foreign languages. You can speak in so many different languages to impress anyone. Even though your statements are completely senseless, no one will ever know.
22. There's always room for improvement in Masci. Cleaning tasks are endless. A dream come true for obsessive-compulsive neat freaks.
23. It's impossible to get lost in Masci. Mascians thus, have a good sense of direction. Or it simply means that the school is too small. Even if you have the world's worst sense of direction, you'll never lose your way in Masci.
24. You are administered with a healthy dose of metropolitan pollution. The spirit of the city will always be with you. Even at your sleep, you will always remember the gagging stench of poisonous gases.
25. Lots of adventures await you. Research work will bring you to places you never dared to go before.
26. Lots of surprises are in store for you. For the first time, you'll get a taste of instant summative tests and sudden mood swings from the teachers.
27. You enjoy freebies. Mascians benefit from exclusive scholarships granted by the top universities in the country as well as in other parts of the globe. They are granted to you and your kind alone.
28. English rooms decorated with Math facts and figures are solely for Mascians' use.
29. Some of the facilities you use today are authentic antiques, which date back in the early 60's. Cobwebs and dust are included.
30. Masci has its share of ghosts, evil spirits, and urban legends. Just try visiting the school at midnight, and you'll experience unspeakable sheer terror. Or better yet, just take a look around your class. You might be surprised to see that your classmates are even creepier than ghouls.
31. Mascians have "up-to-date" facilities. The state of the art equipment outdates even the tools from the Stone Age.
32. Daylight saving time comes to the rescue of Mascians starting November.
33. You have your own zoo. The school has chickens, cats, and fishes. And occasionally, your classmates will turn into the worst kind of pigs and monkeys.
34. You own Paco Park. Mascians are the self-proclaimed owners of the park. Plans for expanding territory are under way.
35. The public announcement system is a laugh riot. Every morning, all of the students' disciplinary problems are broadcasted for the entire universe to hear.
36. The number of rich people among Mascians is increasing. That means more funds and more donations to solicit.
37. You have a Nipa Hut. This makes the school look at more like Old McDonald's farm for kids.
38. There is no limitation in expressing your thoughts. Desks and armchairs are mediums for Mascian communication. The chat room has invaded the classroom.
39. You will never have trouble finding the comfort rooms. The sweet pungent aroma will lead you to its lair.
40. Masci is near Robinsons Place, plain and simple. Need we say more?
Wanna be on top?
Well, this show is really addicting. I've been watching this since cycle 6. Anyways, in ETC, they have this Top Model Rewind, and their showing Cycle 15 of America's Next Top Model.
I would like to share to you the representative of LGBT: KAYLA FERRELL
Her surname sounds like the second name of my gay friend :))))
The waitress from Rockford, Illinois was 19 years old during her stint on America’s Next Top Model, Cycle 15.
During her initial panel interview with the judges, Kayla told Tyra that she grew up with a single mom who didn’t have much in terms of resources. Due to the lack of income, she even had to sleep in a sleeping bag on the floor until she was thirteen years old, while her mom and her mom’s boyfriend slept in the bed.
Kayla expressed that because she grew up with such a difficult childhood, she also grew up determined and hard working. She feels that the other girls underestimate her because she’s “so cute” and “sweet.” She said she may be sweet, but she’s got her game face on.
During final reviews, Mr. Jay felt that Kayla could use some “polishing” in terms of modeling skills, but she could really make it.
Kayla was called 12th during selection of the final 14 girls.
In episode 2, Kayla revealed that she is a lesbian. In fact, she declared that she wants to be the first lesbian to win ANTM.
*note: Kim, a contestant in Cycle 5 is also a lesbian but did not make it to the top.*
When talking with the girls in the house, Kayla confided that after coming out in the 1oth grade, she was made fun of and rejected for being the only gay girl. During an on-camera interview, she stated, “I’m proud of who I am and I’m proud of my sexuality. I just want to represent.”
Kayla impressed both Mr. Jay and photographer Deborah Anderson during the Teen Bully photo shoot by producing “breathtaking” photos, as well as by posing very well. Kayla’s “bully” word was ‘
queer’ and her empowerment word was ‘
free.’ When talking about why she chose those, she was overwhelmed by emotion from the impact those words have and had on her life.
While her photo was being reviewed in panel, Diane Von Furstenberg (DVF) said her photo was beautiful. Tyra also added that she photographed beautifully in general. During deliberation, DVF said that Kayla showed her vulnerability, which was what made her photograph interesting. Tyra concluded by saying her photo was stunning and that she had something very special.
Kayla was called 2nd during elimination. hooray!
During episode 3, the girls received their Top Model makeovers. Tyra wanted to give Kayla a makeover that needed to be powerful, bright and fiery; a makeover that gave her pizzaz. That said, she received a clean straight cut died
bright red.
During the “Fallen Angels” shoot with Anne Menke, Kayla did well considering she had to show attraction to male models. Mr. Jay said he believed it and she did great.
During panel, Kayla received an overall great critique. They liked it because her “evil” wasn’t so obvious, but subtle and strong. Due to her strong performance, Kayla was called 2nd during elimination for the 2nd time in a row.
In episode 4, Kayla and the girls were taken to Knott’s Berry Farm for a posing challenge on at the Silver Bullet Roller coaster. Kayla was asked to portray “a sulking model pout,” at which she did well. During the “Undersea Goddess” photo shoot with Matthew Rolston, the girls had a chance to model jewelry from Neil Lane, Mikimoto and Martin Katz. While shooting, Mr. Jay said “she had a regal elegance about her” and “she was the true Ariel of the day.”
In panel, ALT said that he loved her photo. Tyra commented that “she’s like a chameleon.” Matthew Rolston said he “loved the coloring; he especially loved her red hair.”
With her solid performance, Kayla was called 7th during elimination.
In episode 5, Kayla and the girls participated in a Herve Leroux runway challenge in the 2nd Street tunnel in Los Angeles. The catwalk consisted of two fast-moving conveyor belts going in two different directions. Despite the many trips and small spills the other girls had, Kayla maintained her composure. She had one slip up on the first catwalk, when she couldn’t get the speed to step off the walkway to the midway point, but she managed well.
During the “Lucha Vavoom” photo shoot with Eddie and Moshe Brahka, Mr. Jay commented that he was “believing the intensity in her face; she did well.”
In panel, ALT said she looked “dreck” in front of them. While deliberating, ALT thought it was because the girl in the photo was not the girl in front of them. He added that “she transformed herself into a model. The strength was there.” Tyra said that Kayla “went for it; she wasn’t scared.” Kayla was called 4th during elimination.
Episode 6 began with a CoverGirl challenge. Kayla and the girls were split into groups of three and had to teach the public how to use CoverGirl products. The public judged the girls and so did fashion journalist Derek Blasberg. Kayla was grouped with Kacey and Esther, which ended up being the winning group. As their prize, they got a shopping spree in Wal Mart’s CoverGirl isle. :bd
For their photo shoot, the girls got to work with fashion stylist Lori Goldstein and world famous photographer Patrick Demarchelier on Beverly Hills’ Rodeo Drive. Kayla got to shoot with Esther and a male model. During the shoot, Kayla had issues with the shoes she was given to wear. They were a full size smaller than her shoe size, yet she still had to wear them and jump in them. While shooting, Tyra said that you could “see the pain in her face.”
During panel, ALT said she “looked sad in the group shot; she looked in pain.” For her walking shot, ALT said “it worked.” He also said that she looked like “Kate Moss’s best friend just leaving the great Armani Emporium.” Nigel said she looked “awkward.” Tyra added that if “she opened her hands, her arms would have looked longer.”
During deliberation, ALT said that there was “meanness, stillness and flatness.” Patrick Demarchelier said that she was “a bit stiff.” Tyra concluded by saying that she “wore her pain all over her face.” :(
Kayla’s weak performance landed her in the bottom two with Kacey. Fortunately, Kacey was elminated and Kayla was safe to compete another week.
In episode 7, the girls were presented with their first challenge at the
Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. Kayla and the girls were paired up and had to dress each other as if they were going to present an award at the actual Grammys. Kayla and Liz voluntarily paired up and performed very well. Their team won the challenge and Kayla was singled out as winning a spot as an actual Grammy girl at the Grammy award presentation. She was overwhelmed with emotion after winning due to the journey she had experienced to that point.
For their photo shoot with photographer Francesco Carrozzini, Kayla was tasked to portray Vivienne Westwood. During the shoot, both Mr. Jay and Francesco Carrozzini responded well to her energy and overall performance.
During panel, Tyra said that she “loved her face.” Nigel said that her photo was “very striking and very strong in the eyes.” He added that he thought it was was “one of her best shots, if not her best shot to date.” ALT said that he was “convinced that you’re playing Vivienne Westwood.” Francesco Carrozzini commented that “you really went for it and weren’t afraid to express yourself.”
During deliberation, Nigel said that she “really embodied Vivienne Westwood.” He thought she did “an incredible job.” Tyra concluded by saying that Kayla had “fire hair and fire in her eyes – and that she loved that picture.”
Kayla’s incredibly strong performance was rewarded with a 2nd call out during elimination.
In the 8th episode, the girls have to shoot their commercial for fictitious H2T energy drink. Kayla struggled being intimate with her male model because of a childhood sexual assault.
In the 9th episode, Miss J. brought the girls cycling to Venice, California. where they met Tyra sitting on a gondola. Tyra informed them that they would be traveling to Venice, Italy. This week’s photo shoot took place in the Grand Canal, with the girls posing in period couture gowns while lounging on a gondola in teams of 3 – Chris, Kayla and Liz in Group 1; Ann, Chelsey and Jane in Group 2. At judging, Kayla received universal praise and made her the top photo for the week.
In the 10th episode, the girls were sent to the streets of Milan for the go-sees. All of the girls went to the nearest go-see, Versace. Kayla was not able to book it, only Ann. But Kayla and Ann got disqualified because of arriving late. This week's photo shoot took place at Lake Como where the girls were to portray statues that came to life. Kayla did performed well. And again, Kayla was the best photo for the week for two consecutive weeks giving her the spot on final 4.
And in the 11th episode, the girls met with the editor-in-chief of Vogue Italia, Franca Sozzani. And at the photoshoot, where Tyra directed them in a motion editorial photoshoot, Kayla struggled. Ann was the best photo, while Chelsey, Kayla, and Jane were the bottom three. The judges said that Kayla has a unique look and a stellar portfolio, but she has not yet mastered her angles. She was sent home together with Jane depriving her the spot on the Final 2.
Kayla's Photos
