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GEN Z SLANG IN THE CLASSROOM

The Freeman

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July 06, 2025

The Grade 6 students of Section Descartes couldn't hide their excitement. They were going to create posters about climate change in their science class. Their teacher, Miss Ginny, clapped her hands. She was as excited as the class.

- By Zaida Marie A. Tambis

GEN Z SLANG IN THE CLASSROOM

"Class, using the materials you were asked to bring yesterday, make a creative poster and a short slogan with your groupmates. In an hour, you will present your output in front of everyone."

In seconds, the room erupted with movement and energy. It was very noisy, but Miss Ginny didn't mind because she saw that everyone was trying to do their part of the task.

"Bet! Let's form a group, guys!" said Zia, flipping open her pastel pink planner.

"Same! I already claimed the table near the window. Manifesting good vibes only," replied Lucas, dragging chairs with a dramatic sigh.

Miss Ginny raised an eyebrow. She raised her right hand to signal silence. "Bet? Manifesting? What does that mean?" The class giggled. "Miss, 'bet' means 'okay' or 'game!'" Zia explained. "Like, 'I'm in!'"

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