Lanao Norte to implement “Fit for School” program
September 16, 2009 by admin
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Lanao Norte to implement “Fit for School” program
by Breezy C. Jimenez
Tubod, Lanao del Norte (11 September) — Filipino children who are sent to school do not only require learning sufficient knowledge to get by.
Studies have shown that without essential health care, absenteeism and disinterest will arise, thus, affecting school performance and lessen the chances of acquiring the knowledge parents yearn for their child to have.
As Secretary of Education Jesli A. Lapus said, “The Department of Education (DepEd) has long recognized that good health is essential in reaching educational goals. We need to take urgent action to, and tackle these unacceptably high incidences of diseases with simple and appropriate measures.”
In this light, the Provincial Government of Lanao del Norte represented by Governor Mohamad Khalid Q. Dimaporo, in coordination with the Department of Social Welfare Development (DSWD) and DepEd, will implement the integrated Fit for School Program in all elementary schools in the province.
An orientation cum launching of this program will be held at Barangay Napo, Linamon on September 15.
As a starter, children in the Day Care Center of the barangay will be taught how to wash their hands properly to avoid illness and prevent the spread of germs to others.
Proper toothbrushing will similarly be taught to reduce tooth decay.
Deworming will also be conducted with inexpensive, highly effective single-dose drugs.
Further, children, teachers, school health personnel, schools division superintendents, school principals and parents will be reminded of their respective roles and responsibilities in maintaining a health conscious environment where safe water can be accessed and sanitation is a priority.
The launching and orientation is organized by the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO). (PIO Lanao del Norte)
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DA 10 propagates NFTS, veggie prod’n to Tubod residents
September 14, 2009 by admin
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DA 10 propagates NFTS, veggie prod’n to Tubod residents
by by Breezy C. Jimenez
Tubod, Lanao del Norte (4 September) — Natural Farming Technology System (NFTS) and vegetable production technique were introduced to the residents of 5 barangays in Tubod town by the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Unit (DA-RFU) 10, recently.
The undertaking is in response to the thrust of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo under Executive Order #481 otherwise known as the “Promotion and Development of Organic Agriculture in the Philippines,” which directed DA, its line agencies to the provincial and municipal local government units to encourage farmers to use organic fertilizers in their farms.
Heeding the directive, Governor Mohamad Khalid Q. Dimaporo urged the Provincial Agriculturist Office to embark on an information campaign to discuss with the farmers the benefits of using organic fertilizer instead of using commercial ones which commands higher prices.
Agricultural Technologists Rogelio Fernandez, Fe Buhawe and Marilou Salajog imparted valuable knowledge on natural farming and vegetable production to the barangay captains, barangay kagawads, Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) officers, teachers, purok chairs, housewives and farmers.
In order for the participants to appreciate what have been discussed and taught to them, a field trip was organized to the organic vegetable garden of the local government unit of Kapatagan which uses organic fertilizer through NFTS and vermicast from vermiworms. (PIO-Lanao del Norte)
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Tangub prepares for city fiesta
September 14, 2009 by admin
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Tangub prepares for city fiesta
by Judith B. Tablan
Tangub City (11 September) — The City has lined up activities that will culminate in the celebration of the city fiesta on September 29, in honor of St. Michael the Archangel.
September 1 to 7 is the celebration of 15th National Crime Prevention Week. The celebration will start with a motorcade at 7:00 to 8:00 A.M.
A five-minute whistle and horn blowing will be participated in by elementary, secondary and tertiary schools in the city.
This will be followed in by Talakayan sa Radyo ng Bayan over local radio station DXJT. Panelists are department heads of the City Social Welfare and Development, City Prosecutor, Regional Trial Court, City Probation, City Council”s Office, the Philippine Army and non government organizations.
On September 2 to 7 is the on-air awareness drive on crime and drug abuse which is spearheaded by the Philippine National Police.
September 4 is scheduled for Poster Making and Essay writing contests to be participated in by the high school and college students respectively in Tangub City.
September 5 is scheduled for Family Tree Planting along Sta. Maria-Hoyohoy road.
September 6 is Alay-Lakad and formal presentation of the candidates for Miss Tangub City Tourism 2009.
September 12 is Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Day.
The following day is SK sportsfest day and pictorial of the candidates for Miss Tangub Tourism 2009, which is also the prejudging for the special awards.
September 14 to17 is the Civil Service Week celebration.
Day 1 of the celebration is scheduled for marathon, parade and overview on healthy life style. This is also the start of the games.
Day 2 (Sept 15) is scheduled for blood sugar testing, blood typing and blood pressure taking, bloodletting and hataw.
Games continue up to the end of the four-day celebration.
September 17 is pictorial (studio shots) of the candidates.
The Department of Education, Tangub City Division, scheduled its city meet on September 18 to 19. This is also scheduled for candidates” location shooting.
Briefing of contingents for the Dalit Festival (invitational category) falls on September 18.
Fashion shoot for candidates is scheduled on September 20, while the Talent Night falls on the following day.
Cultural Night, a folk dance contest participated in by clustered agencies of the national and local offices, is set on September 22.
The City Social Welfare and Development marked September 23 for Family Day.
Dress rehearsal of candidates falls on September 24.
The Search for Miss Tangub City Tourism is on September 25.
Motocross competition falls on September 25-26. (City Information Office)
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