Education
Legacy
Early Gift-giving for Schoolchildren of Nueva Vizcaya
“E
ducation is the way to gain knowledge that removes doubts and fears. Through this, one can see the world as a beautiful place, and through it one can become a happier and more peaceful individual; it is the key to improve as human beings and to live a life of purpose, especially one that our country can use to solve its problems and advance its ideals.”—An excerpt from the inspirational message of Ms. Valerie Tan, TYKFI Officer
The Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. distributed school supplies for schoolchildren of Macdu Elementary School and Tan Yan Kee Elementary School in Nueva Vizcaya as part of its program in education. Everyone was in high spirits, particularly the kids who were genuinely ecstatic as they happily accepted their gifts. The children received notebooks, pad paper, pencils and pens, schoolbags, slippers, TYKFI jackets, and uniforms for them to use during the 2016 -2017 academic year. The TYKFI project team who were present during the distribution were Philip Sing, Jonathan Anuma, Evelyn Abao, and Valerie Tan. Miss Tan gave a very inspiring message addressed to the children, parents, and teachers on using knowledge
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obtained through education as means of giving back to their community and their country. The Barangay Captain of Kayapa, Hon. Roldan Martes; Pastor Santiago Navarro, UMC; Dr. Jonathan Fronda, District Supervisor of Kayapa East; and other barangay officials also joined the joyful ceremony. The school supplies distribution would not be possible without the efforts of the Macdu Elementary School officials: Mr. Romeo Hinggangan, the PTA President; Ms. Anita Tiyang, Teacher; and Ms. Noralyn Roxas. Ms. Marites Delio, the School Head, reminded the children and their parents to do their part to uplift their academic performance and subsequently, their lives. The children, teachers,