Senior High School Series #3: Parallel Pulsations

Chapter 3

When the first day of school came, it felt like it was just a normal day. Walang opening or welcoming kasi sa second day pa raw.

8 A.M. pa ang simula nang orientation kasi hindi pa naman talaga klase namin. Every subject may orientation ngayong araw, at siguro pakikipagkilala rin sa mga magiging k-klase mo. Sa mga k-klase ko, dalawa lang ang kilala ko at iyon ay si Nadelienne at Hayes.

Sa sobrang excited ni Nadelienne kaya 6:30 pa lang nandito na kami sa Southern Ville.

"Sasama ka ba sa 'kin na mag roam around saglit sa campus?" She asked while we are heading towards the gate.

Gusto kong sumama sa kanya, ngunit gusto ko rin na maglibot na mag-isa.

"Baka ibang direksyon pupuntahan natin," sabi ko. "I'll roam around with myself first, kita nalang tayo kung saan tayo magkikita. Let's just chat each other."

Nadelienne nods at me, we entered the gate together and separate our ways after. I look around the campus, nong enrollment kasi ay hindi kami nakapaglibot dahil umuwi kami agad. Ang daming tao no'n, eh, tsaka ang init kaya tinamad na rin kami pareho ni Nads na maglibot.

I start walking and after you enter the gate you will see a huge court. When you enter the court you will see tables and chairs that have been displayed there. Pwedeng diyan kumain ang mga estudyante kapag puno na sa canteen.

The canteen was bustling with activity, filled with chatter and laughter that reverberated throughout the room. The scent of delicious fried food and freshly brewed coffee filled the air, blending with the sounds of students enjoying their time. In a corner, a group of students gathered around a table, engaged in lively conversation. They gestured enthusiastically as they spoke, occasionally bursting into laughter and sharing moments of amusement together.

Students were lined up near the counter, chatting on their phones or sharing gossip. Some were watching videos and others were making plans for the day. In a different area, a pair of students were deeply engrossed in a quiet conversation, leaning in close to hear each other over the noise.

Amongst the bustling crowd, a feeling of camaraderie was palpable. Smiles and playful nudges exchanged among friends, while some squeezed in at tables for one more seat. The canteen wasn't just a dining area; it was a social hub where students of diverse backgrounds and disciplines gathered to connect, share, and relax.

On the left side of the court you will see building A where in the first floor you will find the library, cashier, locker, and M.I.S.The second floor for building A is for ABM students, while the third is for HUMSS, and lastly fourth floor-for STEM students, and if you want to unwind, you can go to the rooftop anytime.

While on the right side, at the first floor-the I.D. room, conference room, and locker for GAS, Arts and Design, and TVL track is located. Since their locker is located there, surely nandoon din ang mga classrooms nila, hindi ko lang alam anong floor.

While the sports track is located on building C.

I start walking to head towards the field. There were some students heading there as well.

Nang makarating ko ang field ay nakikita ko ang ibang mga estudyante na kumukuha nang litrato. Maybe an opening dump for this new academic year.

I get my phone in the pocket of my skirt. I immediately open the camera afterwards and find the right angle and lighting to take a picture.

Gusto kong magkaroon nang remembrance sa first day ko rito. Akmang pipindutin ko na ang camera button nang may kumalabit sa 'kin.

Nilingon ko ang nasa likuran ko at sa kanya ko natutok ang camera. I heard a click from my phone.