Jaryn Joe L. Arriola Iribahan Kabataan organization, together with the selected students from Grade 12-HUMSS-Rothesay, conducted a mini career orientation for the grade six pupils of Goito Pimentel Elementary School at Barangay Mambalite, Daet, Camarines Norte last February 26, 2025. With the theme “Dream Big: A Step to the World of Student Growth,” the orientation was a success with the help of the 78 pupils, the principal, Glicerio A. Clacio Jr., and two grade six teachers, Brenda Orlango and Junabel Pacao. Featuring the essence of community engagement, solidarity, and citizenship, Andrea Khim S. Bermundo, founder of Iribahan Kabataan and Jaryn Joe L. Arriola, associate editor of Ang Mabinian, gave their valuable insights about leadership and dreams. Bermundo encouraged the pupils to engage in volunteerism with the purpose of shaping the youth to become a leader who effectively contributes not only in their school but also in the community. Arriola on the other hand, shared his own experiences on how he stepped out of his comfort zone to explore new things that made a positive impact on how he handled his confusion in choosing his future career. The orientation became an eye-opener for the pupils to know that it is never too late to confidently start to believe in themselves and try to look for the things they want to pursue in life. Imploring the aid of a citizen with a heart to change the future for the better, Bermundo and Arriola extended their purest intention to connect learning to real-world applications for the pupils to foster a supportive environment.
SMILE OF A HOPEFUL YOUTH. Grade 12 HUMSS Rothesay’s Project Pangarap reaches out to Grade 6 students of Goito Pimentel Elementary School in Mambalite, Daet, Camarines Norte on February 26, 2025 to conduct a Mini-Career Orientation, inspiring young minds as they prepare to step into secondary education. [Photo and Caption by: Diane Kimberly O. Rustique]
> Diane Kimberly O. Rustique Community Engagement, Solidarity, and Citizenship is a fundamental subject in the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand, focusing on helping us understand our responsibilities and societal roles. This subject encourages us to actively participate in the issues that affect our communities and teaches us the importance of working together to address these challenges. By highlighting the significance of unity, cooperation, and civic responsibilities, it fosters a sense of belonging and accountability within the larger society. It equips us with the mindset and skills necessary to engage in meaningful actions to positively impact our community.
Community engagement encourages us to take part in improving the lives of others, whether through volunteering, advocating for necessary reforms, or collaborating with local organizations. Solidarity strengthens our connection to one another, particularly during difficult times, as we support each other in pursuit of shared goals. Citizenship reminds us of the importance of our roles and responsibilities as members of society, urging us to engage in democratic processes and work toward creating a more just and equitable world. These concepts come together to inspire us to act as individuals committed to the well-being of the community, rather than isolating ourselves from the issues that affect the people around us.
At its core, this subject centers on community engagement, solidarity, and citizenship—key principles that bind us together as active members of society.
In the Philippines, where natural disasters are frequent and devastating, community engagement, solidarity, and citizenship are crucial. As a nation
prone to typhoons, earthquakes, and other calamities, disaster resilience and preparedness rely not only on government efforts but also on our active involvement. We must work together to ensure effective disaster plans, share resources, and support vulnerable groups. Solidarity is essential during and after disasters, as we help those in need with physical, emotional, and material support. Without our collective participation, disaster preparedness will remain a distant goal.
positive change. Whether HUMSS students or not, understanding these concepts is essential for becoming active citizens who contribute to society’s welfare and progress.
In conclusion, Community Engagement, Solidarity, and Citizenship as a subject is more than just an academic subject—it is a call to action for all of us to contribute to the well-being of our society. By learning to engage with and support one another, we can create a more resilient, compassionate, As HUMSS students, this subject and sustainable future. Whether in times offers a valuable opportunity to deepen of disaster, social unrest, or community our understanding of our roles in challenges, these values are at the core society. We are being trained to become of the positive change we all seek. The leaders, educators, advocates, and social importance of these values cannot be workers, and learning about community overstated—they are the foundation upon engagement, solidarity, and citizenship is which a thriving, supportive, and just key to addressing societal issues in our community is built, and it is up to us to future careers. More importantly, it helps us carry this responsibility forward. realize that even small actions can lead to