TNHS Science Department

SCIENCE MONTH CELEBRATION 2026

As part of our Science Month Celebration, the Grade 11 learners of Taft National High School proudly present their Community 3D Models, demonstrating their creativity, innovation, and ability to apply scientific principles and concepts to real-world community settings.

This activity was integrated into their regular Science classes, allowing learners to showcase their scientific skills and creativity without disrupting their regular class schedules and learning activities.

Through this hands-on activity, our learners put science into action and demonstrate how scientific knowledge can contribute to building a better and more sustainable community.

Let us continue to support and appreciate our learners’ creativity, hard work, and scientific talents!

Science for a better future!

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to our brilliant and inspiring colleague, Ma'am Angela Norwillen Cabel-Quiloña

Ma'am Angela, thank you for bringing so much brilliance, dedication, and "astronomical achievements" to our department. Your passion for science lights up our laboratory like a cosmic nebula!

We hope your day is filled with joy, discovery, and endless happiness. May your year ahead be as groundbreaking as your contributions to science education!

From your proud colleagues and students in the Science Department.

SCIENCE MONTH CELEBRATION 2026

As part of our Science Month Celebration, the SHS Science Teachers proudly present the Science Exhibit, showcasing the creativity, hard work, and scientific talents of our learners in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.

Please be informed that the exhibit visits are integrated into the learners’ regular Science classes. Each section will visit the exhibit according to its assigned schedule, ensuring that regular classes will not be disrupted.

Let us support and appreciate our learners’ scientific innovations!

Science for a better future!

After an inspiring week at the 2026 Climate Science Youth Camp, our participants have safely returned home,bringing with them not only new knowledge, but also wonderful experiences, friendships, and a deeper appreciation for the wonders of Earth and Climate Science.

Congratulations to our Grade 10 learners Art Cedric Ayong and Anne Fitz Lesley D. Cecogo together with Dr. Charito A. Balequia, for representing our school with pride, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for learning.

From exploring the geology of the Philippines and Eastern Visayas, learning about space rocks, minerals, rocks, fossils, and microfossils, to engaging in hands-on scientific activities at the National Museum of Natural History, every experience became an opportunity to discover, understand, and appreciate the story of our planet.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the DOST–Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), particularly the iSTEP-UP Program, for providing this meaningful opportunity for our learners and teacher to learn from experts, experience science beyond the classroom, and be inspired to pursue deeper understanding of Earth and climate science.

Your support in nurturing young minds and creating opportunities for meaningful scientific experiences is truly appreciated. Thank you for helping inspire the next generation of young scientists!

Welcome home, Cedric, Anne, and Dr. Balequia! May you bring home not only the lessons and memories from the camp, but also the inspiration to keep exploring, keep learning, and keep making a difference through science.

The Taft National High School Delegation extends its sincerest and heartfelt appreciation to Hon. Mayor Gina Alzate Ty for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering support in providing comfortable and reliable transportation for our delegation during the Division Science, Technology, and Mathematics Fair.

Your thoughtful gesture went far beyond providing transportation, it gave our learners comfort, confidence, and the opportunity to focus on sharing their talents, knowledge, and innovations. Your generosity served as a meaningful reminder that when our community comes together to support the dreams of our young learners, we help pave the way for a brighter and more promising future.

Indeed, your kindness has made a significant difference in our journey. We are deeply grateful for your continued support of education and for believing in the potential of our students.

Thank you for being a source of inspiration and for helping our young minds reach greater heights. May your generosity continue to inspire others to uplift, empower, and invest in the dreams of the next generation.

With heartfelt gratitude and appreciation,
The Taft National High School Delegation

A TRIUMPH OF EXCELLENCE, DETERMINATION, AND DREAMS!

We proudly celebrate the remarkable achievement of Taft National High School – 1st Runner-Up in Science (Taft District ) at the recently concluded 2026 Division Science, Technology, and Mathematics Fair (DSTMF) held at Sulat District, Sulat, Eastern Samar!

This victory is more than a collection of medals, certificates, and rankings. It is a testament to the passion, perseverance, courage, and brilliance of our learners, teachers, coaches, and the entire Taft National High School community.

From Physical Science to Robotics and Intelligent Machines, from Life Science to the STEM Innovation Expo, and from the Science Quiz Bee to the various special competitions—our students proved that when young minds are nurtured with dedication and purpose, there is no limit to what they can achieve.

These accomplishments are not simply numbers on a list. Behind every award is a student who dared to believe, a teacher who patiently guided, a coach who pushed beyond limits, a parent who supported, and a school community that never stopped believing in its learners.

To our students, you have shown that excellence is not about being perfect; it is about having the courage to learn, the discipline to persevere, and the heart to keep going even when the journey becomes difficult.

To our teachers, coaches, mentors, and advisers, thank you for transforming curiosity into knowledge, ideas into innovations, and challenges into opportunities. Your dedication has planted seeds that will continue to grow far beyond this competition.

To the parents and the entire Taft National High School community, your unwavering support made this success possible.

And to every learner who participated but may not have received an award: please know that you, too, are a winner. Every attempt, every presentation, every sleepless night, every mistake corrected, and every lesson learned has made you stronger. Your journey does not end with a ranking; it begins with the courage to try.

Today, we celebrate the medals. Tomorrow, we celebrate the scientists, innovators, engineers, researchers, and leaders you will become.

May this achievement inspire every student in Taft National High School to dream bigger, work harder, and believe that greatness can begin in a classroom, a laboratory, a humble project, or even a simple idea.

To the entire Taft District, CONGRATULATIONS!

You did not simply compete—you represented your school with pride, carried the name of Taft with honor, and showed Eastern Samar what young minds can accomplish when passion meets perseverance.

TAFT NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL — RISING THROUGH KNOWLEDGE, INNOVATION, AND EXCELLENCE!

2026 CLIMATE SCIENCE YOUTH CAMP

Day 3 | September 9, 2026

The learning journey of Cedric A. Ayong, Anne Fitz Lesley D. Cecogo, and Dr. Charito A. Balequia, continues on Day 3 of the 2026 Climate Science Youth Camp on Earth Science at the National Museum of Natural History of the National Museum of the Philippines in Manila.

The day began with the lecture " Journey Through Deep Time: Understanding Earth’s Story,”followed by an activity that allowed the participants to explore the fascinating history of our planet through the concept of deep time.

The participants then learned about fossils and the fossilization process, gaining insights into how evidence of ancient life is preserved and what fossils can reveal about Earth's past.

A sieving demonstration using wet and dry sediments provided a hands-on look at how sediment samples can be processed and examined. This was followed by a microfossil viewing and identification activity, where the learners observed tiny fossil remains and practiced identifying them through careful examination.

Day 3 once again brought Earth Science to life through lectures, hands-on activities, observation, and scientific discovery, making the Science Youth Camp an exciting journey through Earth's incredible history.

Keep exploring, keep learning, and enjoy every moment of the Science Youth Camp!

A PROUD MOMENT AT THE 2026 CLIMATE SCIENCE YOUTH CAMP!

Congratulations to Art Cedrick A. Ayong for receiving the Curator’s Choice Special Award during the educational visit to the National Museum of Natural History of the National Museum of the Philippines in Manila.

This recognition highlights not only his participation but also his enthusiasm and appreciation for Earth Science, nature, and scientific discovery.

Keep exploring, keep learning, and most of all, enjoy every moment of your Science Youth Camp journey!








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Igniting Young Minds Through Earth Science: Highlights from the 2026 Climate Science Youth Camp

Two Grade 10 learners, Art Cedric A. Ayong and Anne Fitz Lesley D. Cecogo, together with Dr. Charito A. Balequia, are currently participating in the 2026 Climate Science Youth Camp, being held from September 6–12, 2026 at the National Museum of Natural History in Manila.

The week-long activity is sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology–Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI)and aims to enrich the participants' knowledge and understanding of Earth and climate science through lectures, hands-on activities, and field-based learning experiences.

Day 1: Exploring the Geology of the Philippines

The first day of the camp featured a lecture on the Geology of the Philippines and Eastern Visayas. The participants gained valuable insights into the geological characteristics, processes, and formations that shape the Philippine archipelago, with emphasis on the geology of Eastern Visayas.

Another interesting session focused on space rocks, introducing the learners to meteorites and other materials from outer space and broadening their understanding of Earth's relationship with the universe.

The day's learning experience was complemented by an educational tour around the National Museum of Natural History, where the participants explored various exhibits and specimens that provided concrete connections to the concepts discussed during the lectures.

Day 2: Understanding Minerals and Rocks

The second day focused on the fascinating world of minerals and rocks. The participants attended lectures covering minerals, the rock factory, and the rock cycle, deepening their understanding of how rocks form, change, and undergo continuous transformation through geological processes.

A highlight of the day was the hands-on activity on the macroscopic identification of rocks. Through careful observation of the physical characteristics of rock samples, the learners applied their knowledge and practiced identifying and classifying different types of rocks.

The first two days of the camp have provided Art, Anne, and Dr. Balequia with meaningful opportunities to learn, investigate, and experience science beyond the classroom. The activities also highlight the importance of experiential learning in developing scientific curiosity, observation skills, and a deeper appreciation of the Earth and its dynamic processes.

The Science Department proudly recognizes their participation in this significant learning opportunity and looks forward to the knowledge and experiences they will bring home to share with fellow learners and teachers.

📸 Photo Credit and Permission

Photo Credit: Art Cedric Ayong

Permission:The students have given permission for their photographs to be posted and shared on the school’s official TNHS Science Department social media platforms for educational and informational purposes.




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