Most people say that high school was the best time of their lives. By recounting the smiles and tears, successes and failures, and the achievements and embarrassments she had to endure throughout her high school journey, Andrea shows us that it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Through these stories about her stay in Philippine Science-Clark, she also gives us a glimpse into what life is like studying in one of the best high schools in the Philippines. To add even more complexity to her situation, Andrea had to live away from her parents at the mere age of 13. If you are someone that is fond of reminiscing the simple yet sometimes petty joys of high school, then you should certainly give this episode a listen.

Timestamps:

1:44- Welcome, Andrea Mendoza!

3:11- How have you been?

3:57- What’s been a constant source of happiness for you these past few months?

5:29- How did you end up enrolling in Pisay Clark?

7:07- How difficult are the subjects in Pisay?

8:32- Are there other stereotypes of Pisay students that you know of?

12:14- Is there competition between the Pisay branches?

14:35- Did you experience any pressure when you were studying there?

19:57- How has the culture inside Pisay affected how you lived your life?

24:13- What is your favorite high school memory?

30:25- What is your least favorite high school memory?

32:22- High school competitions and rivalries

34:22- Favorite academic lesson learned in Pisay?

36:45- Favorite life lesson learned in Pisay?

38:57- What you miss the most about Pisay?

40:49- If you could time travel and talk to 13 year old Andrea, what would you tell her?

42:47- Technical Difficulties

45:02- Ateneo or your High School?

52:27- Andrea shout outs and social media.