We just received the second batch of books - all 205 of them. The books are wonderful - some of which we left for reference/resource materials when we conduct trainings. In fact, there were flash cards and handouts as well - all will be useful in class and in the library. We decided not to segregate the books and send them all instead to one municipality. We segregated the first batch of books between two municipalities in Sulu and noticed that not all schools were able to receive books. We decided its best to send a big number of books to one site so that impact is felt and more students can benefit.
The second batch of books will be sent to South Upi, Maguindanao, ARMM. It is an upland community where we were surprised to learn, half of the grade 1 teaching force are men. (Based on our experience, grade 1 teachers are more commonly women). This is so because of the difficulty in traveling / reaching the schools. During our teacher training in April, the teachers from South Upi requested for storybooks so that there are materials that children can use to hone their reading skills. The Mayor of South Upi, Mayor Campong, will pick up the books and distribute it to pupils.
They will set up a system where books shall be provided only to schools that can ensure that the books are taken cared of and are accessible to children. In some cases, the principal / teacher bring the books home instead of putting up a reading corner / library. We want to ensure that the materials will be used in class. So rest assured, the books that you send will be properly utilized and taken cared of. We have requested them to send pictures so that we can forward them to you. Aboitiz (our carrier) will pick the box tomorrow from the office.
Thank you again so much for your continued support.
God bless you!
Sincerely,
Trissa Manalastas
THERESA ANNE F. MANALASTAS
Development Officer
Synergeia Foundation
Room 203 Ateneo Professional Schools,
Rockwell Drive, Rockwell Center , Makati City
Tel: (632) 898-2617, 898-3221, 898-2913
www.synergeia.org.ph
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Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers." -- Charles W. Eliot, The Happy Life 1896
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