johnbenedict

  Covid has wreaked havoc on many people, including children and the elderly. Education is not the same as it used to be, when we could see our instructors and classmates in person, but today we are meeting virtually in the amidst of a pandemic. The days of waking up early, getting ready for a new day at school, and having fun have passed us by. Meeting virtually is a pain for us because we have issues with our internet connection and house disturbances that prevent us from attending virtual classes and missing lessons, but thankfully, even if these issues must stand in our way, the teachers are always available when we communicate with them and ask for more information in our lessons. Every November, the Council of Welfare for Children declares National Children's Month (CWC). This month-long event aims to educate and promote awareness about children's rights in the Philippines, while also taking into consideration the country's political and socioeconomic context. This...

COVID-19 has wreaked havoc around the world since its outbreak in late December 2019, and education, like any critical sector, has been hard hit. Students, schools, colleges, and universities have all been adversely affected, threatening our bright future. Many difficult challenges confronted us, making our situation difficult. Education isn't like it used to be, where we could meet our teachers, have fun doing activities with my classmates, and laugh all the time when me and my friends were having a good time. Disruptions in the home and an unstable internet connection are wreaking havoc on our educational quality. Not all students are prepared for this type of education; many are struggling and have given up. But if we all work together to defeat this enemy, we might be able to resume our normal lives. Students like me should always be optimistic, believing that all of our hard work will pay off and lead to our success. Consider that there is always someone available to assist a...