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Manresa School Competes in Geoid Quiz and Earthistic Poster-Making Contest
- Mary Daniella Taon & Enzo Llanes
- Dec 18, 2024
- 6 min read
Manresa School participated in the Geoid Quiz and Earthistic Poster Making Contest hosted by the University of the Philippines Geodetic Engineering Club (UP GE Club) as it marked its 87th anniversary on October 19, 2024. The event, themed “SAPIENTIA x INGENIUM: Bridging Knowledge and Innovation for Geospatial Advancement,” was held at the Engineering Theater, Melchor Hall, University of the Philippines Diliman.
The Geoid Quiz, an annual event held by the UP GE Club, aims to challenge high school students with questions related to the field of geodetic engineering. This year’s quiz, with the theme “Sapienta: Advancing Geospatial Intelligence for a New Era,” tested the participants’ mathematical and scientific knowledge.
High school students were also invited to participate in the Earthistic poster-making competition, giving them the opportunity to showcase their creativity and artistic skills. This year, Earthistic focuses on its theme “Ingenium: Ingenuity shaping the world of Geomatics through Time,” challenging the participants to explore the innovative aspects of geospatial science and visually represent their ideas.
Eight (8) Senior High School students, namely Riell Cunanan, Catherine Cuyugan, Jaeden Favia, Rhianna Gatbunton, Yuki Ishizuki, Lance Nanola, Ian Pelimiano, and Krystelle Visda—represented Manresa School in the Geoid Quiz. Additionally, two (2) Senior High School students, Trina Estaris and Lana Jose, represented the school, competing in the traditional and digital categories, respectively. The school’s representatives were accompanied by the Science Honor Society’s Club moderator, Mr. Mark Fillipe Pastor.
The event kicked off with an opening program at the Engineering Theater, followed by the 90-minute qualifying exam for the Geoid Quiz, consisting of 75 questions. After the exam, representatives from Grab Holdings Inc. held a seminar and open forum.
The Manresa School’s Geoid Quiz representatives, despite their best efforts, were unable to secure a spot in the next round. Only 13 teams advanced to the next stage of the competition. Simultaneously, the Earthistic participants immediately proceeded to the Engineering Theater for registration. After a brief security check, they were escorted to the assigned room to start creating their artwork. The participants in both categories were given 2 hours and 15 minutes to finish their pieces, from 9:30 am to 11:45 am.
Afterward, the digital artworks were uploaded on Facebook for public voting, while traditional artworks were displayed in an exhibit at the Melchor Hall lobby. The voting for both categories concluded at 3:30 pm.
The winners of both the Geoid Quiz and Earthistic Poster Making Contest were announced at the closing ceremony held from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm at the Engineering Theater in Melchor Hall. While the Manresa School representatives did not claim any awards, their participation in both competitions showcased the commitment of the school and its students to academic excellence and artistic abilities.
Well done, Manresans! Your Manresa educative family is bursting with pride and incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication!
IMPRESSIONS FROM THE PARTICIPANTS
Geoid Quiz:
“Despite not passing the qualifying round, it was very fun to try and answer the questions in this competition, as they were less advanced and included general information and science topics. I enjoyed learning about the tools they used in geodetic engineering, and honestly, I hadn't heard of geodetic engineering before entering the competition.”
- Ian Pelimiano, a participant from 12 - St. John
“We weren't prepared for it due to the timing, you know, past LTs. And it was really unfortunate because we didn't get past preliminaries but as we were watching finals we were able to answer all the questions 💀. Emcee was... something. Honestly, very corny, made us do zumba. The workshop itself wasn't bad, they showed us a bunch of cool tech that they use in the field. Had fun there. Met two Manresans in Geodetic Engineering there. They gave us a ton of freebies, namely food and water (already a one-up from the mech eng competition), lunch (which was just McDo but it was something,) and a ton of pasta sauce to bring home (we still don't know what to do with all of it, there was more sauce than people who joined)”
- Catherine Cuyugan, a participant from 12 - St. John
“I felt very honored to represent Manresa and grateful for the opportunity I received. It was a fun and memorable experience! I got to interact with former Manresans, which was a great chance to socialize. I also learned about some fascinating machinery and programs related to the geoid event. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience, so ayun I would definitely do it again!”
- Rhiane Gatbunton, a participant from 12 - St. John
“The event was a bit messy, but I had fun regardless. The questions the organizers gave really made me think.”
- Lance Nañola, a participant from 12 - St. Matthew
“It was an exciting experience because it was my first time representing Manresa this year. Even as an alternative participant, I got to immerse myself in a new and interesting environment.”
- Krystelle Visda, a participant from 11 - St. Ignatius
It was very messy but it's okay because there was free food
- Jaeden Favia, a participant from 12 - St. Matthew
Earthistic Poster Making Contest:
“Personally, this was my first competition outside of school, so I was a bit skeptical about joining. Arts and design has always been a hobby for me rather than something I pursued professionally, and my skills were a bit rusty since I hadn’t been drawing as much after starting Senior High School. However, my experience at UP was unexpectedly pleasant. The atmosphere at Melchor Hall was inspiring, filled with passionate students and professionals who were eager to share their knowledge and insights in geomatics. Furthermore, It was a bit pressuring since we only had around two hours to complete the poster, which required focus and quick creativity under time constraints. Still, the process was rewarding, and it added a layer of excitement to the experience.”
“Beyond the competition, I enjoyed socializing with the other students and learning from their experiences. It was also great to meet some former Manresans who are now students at UP. Seeing them actively engaged in university life and learning about their experiences there was really refreshing and encouraging. There was a segment where some UP students demonstrated tools and equipment related to geoid engineering, giving us hands-on insights into the practical side of geomatics. This made the event even more enriching, as I not only got to create but also learned more about the field of geodetic engineering.”
- Trina Estaris, a participant from 12 - St. John
“This was my first time joining a competition outside school, and I’ll admit, it was intimidating at first. Thankfully, I had my batchmates with me, and together, it felt like we could take on anything. Before the competition, we had a short seminar about geodetics—a topic I’d never heard of before. I had to do some research for the contest, and I found it surprisingly interesting! Learning about geodetics sparked even more ideas for my submission, though, in hindsight, I may have been a bit too ambitious. I had a strong vision, but it turned out to be more than I could handle within the constraints.
“Being surrounded by others who were also doing their best was incredibly motivating, and it pushed me to keep giving my all. When the competition ended, I felt I could have done better, but I was proud of what I accomplished. The rest of the event was intense, especially the qualifying round. Most of the questions were on another level, and I struggled to keep up! But even so, it was an opportunity to learn and gain new perspectives.”
“Looking back, I consider this journey a success. It was an amazing experience, and I’d love to do it all over again. I met new people, got hands-on with new tools in geodetic engineering, and gained lessons that I know will stay with me. Being with my fellow competitors from Manresa made it even more meaningful. We supported each other every step of the way, turning any fears into motivation. I couldn’t feel a single regret about joining because I was not alone. Most importantly, I grew as both a competitor and a learner, and those lessons are the best takeaway of all.”
- Lana Jose, a participant from 12 - St. Matthew
