Monthly Activities Guidelines
S.Y. 2023-2024
Rationale:
The Science Month Celebration 2023, themed "Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing the Power of
Innovation in Future Industries," emphasizes the transformative role of science in reshaping
industries and society. By embracing technological disruption, promoting interdisciplinary
collaboration, and fostering creativity, the celebration aims to inspire responsible innovation for
economic growth, ethical considerations, and the empowerment of the next generation in
driving a sustainable, and imaginative future. Which may or may not be in line with DepEd’s
suggestion of monthly activities.
Subject clusters, working together with other departments, formulate a comprehensive and
diverse program that they will oversee and execute throughout the month. The objective is to
enhance students' Bethany experience. These events can be organized by the department to
maximize student involvement. The activities encompass a range of possibilities, including but
not limited to film screenings, competitions, showcases of talents, skills, innovation, and
knowledge, as well as sharing and distribution of information. The table below summarizes the
schedule of monthly activities and the clusters and offices assigned.
Table I. Summary of Monthly Activities
Month
Suggested Theme (s)
In-charge
August - Start of School Year
September
National Science Month
October
Cyber Security Awareness Month
November
English Month
Science Cluster, &
TLE/HELE
Computer Cluster,
T.L.E Cluster & D.O.
English Cluster
December - Christmas Break
January
February
Bethany Foundation Month
C.E. Cluster and LC
Culture and Arts Appreciation Month
Filipino Cluster,
ArPan Cluster, Music
& Arts Cluster
March - Mental Health Break
April
Mathematics and Statistics
Awareness Month
Mathematics Cluster
Please see the next page for a template to assist clusters and offices in the development of
programs.
Monthly Activity Plan
S.Y. 2023-2024
Month: September “National Science Month”
Teachers In-Charge:
Pre-School Facilitator: Tchr. Anna Rita Guling & Tchr. Rowela Mae Alangcas
Primary Facilitator: Tchr. Ma. Shierly Rosillo & Tchr. Leandra Mae Cudiera
Intermediate Facilitator: Tchr. James Soriano & Tchr. Mariel Cruz
JHS Facilitator: Tchr. Christine Resurreccion & Tchr. Darna Basas
Theme: "Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing the Power of Innovation in Future Industries"
Objectives:
1. To provide students with immersive experiences of future workspaces through various
activities;
2. To ignite the interest of students by showcasing their talents and skills in terms of discovery
and innovations;
3. To develop a creative solution to real-world problems using science and technology.
Programs:
Program(s)
Pre-school
Department
Primary Department
Intermediate
Department
JHS Department
Description
September 5-9:
String Telephone: “Hear Me If You Can”
Mosaic Art: “Picture Perfect”
September 12-16:
Lamp Making: Let there be Light
September 19-23:
Water-powered mini generator: “Harness the power of Water”
Budget Proposal:
Expenditure(s)
Pre-school – Paint – 1 red and 1 yellow
Seeds – ¼ monggo and 1 pack seed of petchay
Brush – 4 pcs
Garden soil – 1 sack
Projected Amount
-
-
Elementary – Brand Joy clay (green, yellow, blue, red, black,
orange, brown, white)
-
2 pcs – 200 pesos
Monggo 40 pesos
and petchay seeds
50 pesos
Paint brush 4 pcs 50
pesos
Garden oil 1 sack
200 pesos
2 pcs/color 500
pesos
JHS – Gravel 1 sack
Soil 1 sack
Sand 1 sack
Cheese cloth 1 meter
Plastic cup medium 1 pack
Plastic bag 2 packs
-
Special Paper 3 packs
Ribbon green 5 meters (thick)
100 pesos
50 pesos
Tarpaulin
500 pesos
150 pesos gravel
150 pesos soil
150 pesos sand
50 pesos
40 pesos
Total: 2,300 pesos
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Prepared by:
Christine Resurreccion &
Marielanie N. Cruz
Noted:
Eliezer D. Delos Santos
School Principal
Committee Chair
Received by:
_______________________
Administrative Officer
Approved by: _______________________
Vice President, BCDC
SCIENCE MONTH
DIORAMA: "Lamp Making: Let There Be Light"
Theme: "Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing the Power of Innovation in Future Industries"
DEPARTMENT: Elementary Department (Grades 4-6)
DATE: September 12-16
"Amid the enchanting streets of Zamboanga City, where brownouts occasionally cast a shadow, a mesmerizing
alternative shine forth. 'Beyond Ordinary Lighting: Discovering the Beauty of Salt Oil Lamps' unveils a captivating
solution to the challenges posed by intermittent power outages. In a city that sometimes grapples with darkness,
these elegant salt oil lamps not only bring illumination but also a touch of beauty and serenity. They serve as
more than just sources of light; they symbolize a deeper meaning — a reminder of how challenges can be
overcome, much like the way God shows us life through the light of the world. Join us on a journey to explore
how these lamps are transforming moments of inconvenience into opportunities for ambiance, tranquility, and
spiritual reflection."
MATERIALS:





Glass container (such as a glass
cup or mug)
Cooking oil (vegetable oil, canola
oil, etc., about 1/2 to 3/4 cup)
Cotton bud
Salt
Lighter or matches
GUIDELINES:
The journey of Discovering the Beauty of Salt Oil Lamps offers an enchanting solution to the persistent
challenges caused by intermittent power outages.
1. You are assigned the task of creating a cooking oil lamp using the provided materials.
2. Showcase the Motif: "Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing the Power of Innovation in Future
Industries" To capture the essence of innovation in future industries, your creation must include:

Glass Lady’s Choice Mayonnaise
glass 220ml

Cooking oil (vegetable oil, canola oil,
etc., about 1/2 to 3/4 cup)

Cotton bud

Salt

Lighter or matches
Note: Participants are required to bring their own glass Lady’s Choice Mayonnaise 220ml container.
3. Your lamp-making output will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Planning & Coordination

Following the Correct Procedure

Roles & Responsibilities

Problem Solving

Material Management

Time Management

Safety Adherence
Rubrics:
Category
Criteria
Planning &
Coordination
Coordination and
planning within the
group for the
experiment.
Roles &
Responsibilities
Clearly defined
and balanced
roles for each
group member.
Beginning
(1)
Lack of
coordination or
planning.
Approaching
Proficiency (2)
Limited
coordination,
and partial
planning.
Proficient
(3)
Effective
coordination,
mostly planned.
Exemplary
(4)
Excellent
coordination,
well-planned.
Undefined
roles or
imbalanced.
Partially defined
roles.
Mostly defined
roles.
Clearly defined
and balanced
roles.
Material
Management
Efficient use and
organization of
materials and
resources.
Wasted
materials,
disorganized.
Partial
efficiency,
somewhat
organized.
Mostly efficient,
and wellorganized.
Highly efficient,
meticulously
organized.
Safety
Adherence
Adherence to
safety guidelines
during the
experiment.
Ignored safety
guidelines.
Partially
followed safety
guidelines.
Mostly followed
safety
guidelines.
Strictly followed
safety
guidelines.
Adherence to the
correct procedure
given.
Ability to address
unexpected issues
or challenges
during the
experiment.
Didn't follow
the procedure.
Partially
followed
procedure.
Partially
addressed
issues.
Mostly followed
procedure.
Flawlessly
followed
procedure.
Effectively
addressed all
issues.
Adherence to time
management
during the
experiment.
Poor time
management.
(46-60
minutes)
Limited
adherence to
time
management.
(31-45 minutes)
Mostly effective
time
management.
(16-30 minutes)
Following
Correct
Procedure
Problem Solving
Time
Management
Unable to
address
issues.
Mostly
addressed
issues.
Excellent time
management.
(5-15 minutes)
4. Deadline for submission on September 16, 2022.
PROCEDURE:
1. Prepare the Wick:

Take a cotton bud.

Gently unravel the cotton fibers at one end of the cotton bud to create a small, fluffy wick. This
unraveled end will be used as the part of the cotton bud that will be ignited and burned as the
fuel conductor for your lamp.

The other end of the cotton bud, which remains intact and unaltered, will be the part that is
inserted into the lamp container.
2. Prepare the Wick with Salt:

Soak the cotton fibers of the unraveled end of the cotton bud in a mixture of water and a pinch
of salt. This step enhances the wick's ability to absorb the oil and improves burning efficiency.
3. Fill the Glass Container with salt:

Select a clean and dry glass container, such as a glass cup or mug.

Add a layer of salt to the bottom of the container, about 1/4 inch deep. This will serve as a
stabilizing medium for the cotton bud and help control the oil's capillary action.
4. Insert the Prepared Wick:

Insert the wet and salt-soaked end of the cotton bud into the container, positioning it on top of
the layer of salt. Ensure that the dry end of the cotton bud remains above the rim of the
container.
5. Fill with Cooking Oil:

Gently pour cooking oil into the glass container, surrounding the cotton bud.

Fill the container with oil, leaving about 1/2 to 3/4 inch of space at the top. This space is
important to prevent the oil from overflowing when the cotton bud is inserted and to ensure a
safe distance between the flame and the rim of the container.
6. Allow Wick to Absorb Oil:

Allow the cotton bud to soak in the oil for 5 minutes. This will help the wick become saturated
and ready to burn.
7. Ignite the Wick:

Use a lighter or matches to carefully ignite the dry end of the cotton bud. The cotton fibers will
catch fire and start to burn.
8. Observe the Flame:

Watch as the flame burns on the cotton bud, fueled by the vaporized oil.
9. Adjust the Wick:

If necessary, gently pull the cotton bud up or push it down to adjust the flame's height.
10. Extinguish the Flame:

To extinguish the flame, blow gently on it.