Y 6.12.2006
Reasons
What is a MaScian? Who can be considered as real MaScians? What are the qualities that MaScians possess which make them different from others, or are they really different? I consider myself a MaScian in mind, heart, and soul.
A MaScian, according to “outsiders,” people who see us but do not know us, is an intelligent person who has the excellence to be part of Manila Science High School, one of the most prestigious schools in the country, entitling himself/herself of the prestige that comes with the school. One may think that being a MaScian is just all about brains, intelligence and academic excellence, but those are not just the factors that deem MaScians different or special. To be a MaScian, one shouldn’t just be academically excellent but should also be socially responsible. To be called a MaScian, one should have a holistic personality, having both a tough mind and a tender heart. What sets MaScians apart from others is their capability to excel but have the ability to be humble about it.
Why do I consider myself a MaScian? I am a MaScian because I live up to the school’s mission and vision. I believe that I am a factor and I contribute to the improvement of the school by helping in upholding its tradition of excellence through focusing on my studies as well as developing the values that I have. I do believe that upon becoming a MaScian, I just didn’t pass by the school. After each year, I smile to think that during the past year, I did my part in upholding my school’s excellence.
MaScians are different because they gave a more contemporary term to being studious. Here, nobody is called a nerd, we deem ourselves as merely Grade Conscious or GC. I am not a MaScian just because I consider myself as grade conscious but I deem myself a MaScian because I can be grade conscious and still enjoy life at the same time. I am a MaScian because I am able to set goals for myself, achieve them but enjoy what I am doing and have fun along the way.
I am a MaScian in mind, heart, and soul. When I entered Manila Science three years ago, I had a different personality. Along my journey as a MaScian, I have been molded into a new person. I think the way a MaScian should think. I view things as a MaScian should view it, critically and analytically. I feel how a MaScian would feel. I balance my emotions and insights making sure that the head and the heart works at the same time, not letting either one take over.
A MaScian, as a whole, is a unique person, who has a mind and a heart, given the right, necessary tools and knowledge by a prestigious school, tried and tested by time, to guide him/her in the journey ahead. I am a MaScian, the reasons justify who I am.
you know you love me
xoxo
5:33:00 PM
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