A REFRESHING SEPTEMBER
September is here — marking the transition from summer to fall and ushering in an energy that makes us want to savor every moment of crisp mornings and cozy evenings! At LVF, we celebrate with the 25 trainees who completed and graduated from Organic Agriculture Production with National Certificate II! As we start the new School Year, new partnerships were formed between LVF and other educational institutions. Added to the excitement is Mrs. Vicky Cuisia’s birthday celebration at LVC Cubao, graced by the presence of the icon, Mr. Jose Mari Chan who sang his hit song “Christmas in our Hearts” together with the girls! It was a joyful celebration together with respectable and distinguished guests! Indeed, September is an exciting start of the “-ber” month in the Philippines as we anticipate the coming of the Lord.
LVF MACARASCAS, PALAWAN
LVF 25 TRAINEES GRADUATE FROM ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II!
YES – AHA ON THE GO!
SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024
BS SOCIAL WORK INTERNS’ DEPLOYMENT
PARTNERSHIP WITH PSU
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY: RECONNECTING WITH NATURE
LVF CUBAO, QC
LVF BOARD, MA’AM VICKY, CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY AT LVF!
CELEBRATION OF THE SEASON OF CREATION!
TESDA AUDIT TO LVF-TVET CENTER, QC
“MEMORIES & MILESTONES”: PASWI 75th AWARDS & RECOGNITION CEREMONY
LVF SINGS FOR THE GLORY OF GOD!
LVF MALIHAO, VICTORIAS CITY NEG. OCC.
SYM KICK-OFF AND CELEBRATION OF THE NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
MTRCB’s RESPONSABLENG PANONOOD
TRAINING INDUCTION PROGRAM
OPENING OF ORATORY SY 2023-2024
TRAINING COMPLETION OF SIKAT CAMI PROGRAM GRANTEES, SIGNING OF AGREEMENT, AND AWARDING OF SCHOLARSHIP CERTIFICATE FOR MMDC AND LVWDTC SCHOLARS.
LVF WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
SOLIDARITYSERYE
WEEKLY CATECHESIS
PASWI-COP
LVF MACARASCAS, PALAWAN
LVF 25 TRAINEES GRADUATE FROM ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II!
September 25. Congratulations to our 25 trainees who completed their 29 days of training in Organic Agriculture Production (OAP) NC II (Off-Campus) at Purok Unang Lahi, Barangay Sta. Lourdes, Puerto Princesa City. Their hard work, sacrifices, and willingness to learn in this training have paid off. The Laura Vicuña Foundation Inc. would like to express its gratitude to all of the following: our sponsor, Cong Edward S. Hagedorn, for providing our beloved trainees with the opportunity to learn; and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), for which we feel privileged to be a part of and be of service to our people through our TESDA-approved training on OAP NC II.
YES – AHA ON THE GO
Sept. 23. YES – AHA, the Youth Empowerment for Sustainable Agriculture and Health Advocacy, continued. This is the second YES-AHA exercise for the 2023–2024 academic year. The purpose of this activity is to keep teaching and inspiring students to get involved in agriculture. The replanting of rice with love, joy, and excitement is the aim of the YES-AHA exercise.
SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024
Sept. 2. For the academic years 2023–2024, the Laura Vicuña Palawan community welcomed 22 female resident learners and two home base learners, including six (6) new students from various barangays in Puerto Princesa City. There are five (5) students from YS 8, six (6) students from YS 9 and 10, and seven (7) students from YS 11.
BS SOCIAL WORK INTERNS’ DEPLOYMENT
Sept. 1. Five (5) social work interns from Western Philippines University namely; Ms. Nelly Mae Ysulat, Ms. Hazel Padon, Ms. Divine Grace Rubi, Ms. Jeziel Mendoza, and Ms. Preal Ivy Abid were welcomed by the learners for their fieldwork deployment. They are in their final year in college. Their school supervisor, Ms. Christine Sumagaysay-Garobo, RSW, MSW, accompanied them. For their casework and group projects, the interns will render and remain at the center until December.
PARTNERSHIP WITH PSU
Sept. 13. The Laura Vicuña Foundation Inc. is grateful to Palawan State University (PSU) San Rafael Campus BS Education for choosing our foundation to be part of their Extension Service with the theme: “Language Enrichment Journey: Empowering Adolescents through Vocabulary and Grammar”. The participants’ vocabulary will grow and improve as a result of this activity session, which will improve their writing and communication abilities greatly.
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY: RECONNECTING WITH NATURE
Sept. 25-27. The FMA Sisters and the LVF – Staff were so blessed by the generosity of Mr. and Ms. Raffy and Flor Icaza, a relative of Sr. Maria Imelda David, FMA, for sponsoring their trip to El Nido Palawan. While on Tour A, they were able to witness the splendor of nature at 7 Commandos Beach, a lengthy stretch of white sand beach, as well as the two stunning lagoons at Miniloc Island: Large Lagoon and Secret Lagoon. Swimming, snorkeling, and clean water, numerous fishes are amazing! This trip is an opportunity for the FMA sisters and staff to relax and reflect on their busy and hard-working days.
LVF CUBAO, QC
LVF TRUSTEE, MS. VICKY CUISIA CELEBRATES HER BIRTHDAY AT LVF, CUBAO
Sept. 30. Mrs. Vicky Cuisia celebrated her birthday at LVF together with her family, loved ones, and 100 friends. Many notable guests were present, who supported her advocacy of child empowerment and protection of LVF. Mrs. Cuisia has been involved with LVF for three decades. She has given the girls her life and love and has played a crucial role in the development of the Foundation. Sr. Marivic, LVF Managing Director said, “Thank you for your gift presence, goodness, and unwavering commitment to the cause of LVF for 30 years as LVF Board!” “I’m grateful and honored that Ma’am Vicky chose to celebrate her birthday with us here at LVF,” said Shane, an LVF 14-year old girl. “She could celebrate her birthday in many ways, but she kept us in mind.”
We love you Ma’am Vicky! God bless you and your family abundantly.
CELEBRATION OF THE SEASON OF CREATION
Sept. 24. More than one hundred eighty-five (185) participants coming from LVF Child Protection Communities joined in the Season of Creation dialogue with Sr. Sheila Ducot, FMA. The discussion between the parents and Sr. Sheila was lively and fruitful since they not only recognized several environmental issue drivers but also pledged to take practical steps to reduce floods and global warming by recycling and conserving water. Each member reaffirmed the need for disciplined behavior, correct waste disposal, and maintenance of the shared residence. The Trash to Cash Challenge was devised by the leaders and Sr. Sheila after the meeting. The winner will receive rewards in addition to being recognized as LVF’s Eco-preneur.
TESDA AUDIT TO LVF-TVET CENTER, QC
Sept. 07. The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) partnered with Ms. Daisy C. Superior, Ms. Catherine Santos, and Ms. Arlene Mirando, as well as other TESDA Bulacan District auditors, to conduct a compliance audit of the LVF-Technology and Vocational Training Center (TVET) Bookkeeping NCII program. The programs, records, and documentation of the LVF TVET Centers were given by Ms. Felina Narvaez, the registrar, and Sr. Sheila Marie Ducot, FMA, the technical director, demonstrating the LVF-TVET’s compliance with TESDA regulations. After doing this using Zoom videoconferencing, the new TESDA District Director, Mr. Nomer Pascual, visited the facility on September 26 and had a meeting with Sr. Marivic Sta. Ana, FMA, LVF Managing Director.
LVF JOINS THE 5-DAY ONSITE 2023 NCCYP ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING ORIENTATION ON THE ENHANCED CHILD PARTICIPATION GUIDEBOOK AND GUIDELINES FOR ORGANIZING LCA
Sept. 11-15. LVF participated in the 5-day on-site 2023 National Committee on Child Youth Participation (NCCYP) Assessment & Planning and Orientation on the Guidelines for Organizing Local Children’s Associations (LCAs) and the Enhanced Child Participation Handbook! Together, these organizations evaluated NCCYP’s performance and usefulness, trained members on the Enhanced Child Participation Guidebook and Guidelines in Organizing LCA, and developed plans for FY 2024. A Root-Cause Analysis and a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis are necessary to completely comprehend the fundamental obstacles to kid engagement.
“MEMORIES & MILESTONES”: PASWI 75th AWARDS & RECOGNITION CEREMONY
Sept. 22. The LVF girls performed at the Philippine Association of Social Workers’ Inc (PASWI) 75th Awards & Recognition ceremony at the Mania Hotel! They dedicated the song “Good Job” as a recognition of the Social Workers’ effort and work they do. Sr. Marivic Sta. Ana, FMA PASWI Board of Directors was awarded with a plaque of appreciation which says: “The Plaque of Appreciation is given to Sr. Ma. Victoria P. Sta. Ana, FMA, PASWI Board of Directors, for her generous heart and wholesome attitude in leading the Circle of Prayer nationwide during the pandemic and to date. As the 2013 Professional Regulatory Board’s Outstanding Professional of the Year Awardee, her dedication to the programs and initiatives of the organization is evident in her show of loyalty to the organization.” Congratulations and God bless Sr. Vic and all Awardees.
LVF SINGS FOR THE GLORY OF GOD!
According to Scripture, God has both created and called us to sing for three principal reasons: to help us praise, to help us pray, and to help us proclaim. After almost three years of not being able to physically sing at the church, the LVF girls now sing their hearts out to the Lord as they are invited by the Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral-Cubao as a choir every third Sunday of the week! Pin said that she is “happy, and it feels good every time we sing. It seems that my problem is lessened, especially when we take the song to heart”. Furthermore, Arriane recounted that “it is only right for us to sing for the glory of God. Through singing, our talents are honed. While we were singing the “Glory”, it felt like we were having a conversation with God.”
LVF MALIHAO, NEG. OCC
SYM KICK-OFF AND CELEBRATION OF THE NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Sept. 07. The LVF- Malihao Educating Community celebrated the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the SYM Kick-off held at the School’s Multi-Purpose Hall. Fr. Eligio Santos. SDB presided over the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. After this, each team surprised the audience with their presentation. The students enjoyed the games prepared by the SYM Student Leaders and Sir Kenneth John P. Cornelio, SYM Coordinator. Throughout the activities, it was clear that the groups were cohesive and cooperative.
MTRCB’S RESPONSABLENG PANONOOD
Sept. 16. Sir Rino N. Barrido, Ms. Ma. Victoria V. Seluce, and LVF-Malihao Parent Representative – Raquel Taparan and Sheila Novea attended the (Movie and Television Review and Classification Board) MTRCB’s Responsableng Panonood Campaign spearheaded by the MTRCB chairperson, Lala Sotto, held at Resort Resto Bar, Victorias City. The campaign’s goal was to get parents and other adult supervisors involved in helping to guarantee that their children have healthy screen time. Attendees at the event included local leaders, representatives from several Parents and Teachers Associations, and school administrators.
TRAINING INDUCTION PROGRAM
Sept. 20. LVWDTC twenty-five (25) scholars of Bookkeeping NC III under Private Education Student Financial Assistance (PESFA) had their Training Induction led by Ms. Hilary Ticao, TESDA Scholarship Focal Person. The scholars will continue with their training on September 23, 2023.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP SEMINAR
Sept. 22-23. The grade 12 students of LVF-Malihao for the school year 2023–2024 attended an entrepreneurship seminar at the AVR. Students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful entrepreneurs from this. The talks and materials that each facilitator produced, such as “Ten Negosyo Qualities,” “Idea and Creativity,” “Planning and Production,” and “Marketing,” taught the student participants a lot. The students participated in the dart game, gown-making, envelope game, and marketing game for two days in a row, giving it their all.
OPENING OF ORATORY SY 2023-2024
Sept. 24. Held at the School Multi-Purpose Hall, the Sunday Oratory began and continues to this day to instill excellent values in the youth and parents. The 100 young and parent new class of Oratorians for SY 2023–2024 were greeted by Sr. Ma. Guia S. Asparen, FMA. Shavanne Baquiriza, the newly elected president of the Student Volunteer Catechists, was introduced to the gathering by Sister Guia. Next, the presence of all the student volunteer catechists was also acknowledged.
TRAINING COMPLETION OF SIKAT CAMI PROGRAM GRANTEES, SIGNING OF AGREEMENT, AND AWARDING OF SCHOLARSHIP CERTIFICATE FOR MMDC AND LVWDTC SCHOLARS.
Sept. 25. Sr. Ernielyn F. Deypalan, FMA, and Ms. Ma. Aika F. Tacud together with the nine (9) City Scholars namely: Joemer A. Castronuevo, Allen Gwyneth Diaz, Jig A. Dela Cruz, Yuri Patricio, Jeric Marco Torema, Glaiza M. Teneso, Jemimah M. Pabillar, Marchyl Dinson, and Jessa L. Villarias attended the Training Completion of SIKAT CAMI Program Grantees, Signing of Agreement and Awarding of Scholarship Certificate for MMDC and LVWDTC Scholars held at Marjhun’s Restaurant and Snack Bar.
LVF WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
SOLIDARITYSERYE
Sept. 04. Super typhoon Goring and tropical storm Hanna devastated parts of Luzon in the Philippines. For the three CPC communities impacted by the two storms, the LVF Sisters and Girls prepared and cooked hot soup and gave everyone bread! While distributing the food to the CPC children, Arriane expressed her joy.
CATECHESIS
The LVF Sunday catechesis program continues to share the good news of God. Every month, the catechesis is facilitated by Phebe and Sheila, FMA, in turn. September is a significant month in the Catholic church as we celebrate the nativity of Mary, mother of Jesus. Her ‘YES’ allowed her to live a life of humility and love – in everything, it was all about God. May we remember Mary, our Mother, whose faith, and obedience are one of the reasons why we are enjoying life today.
PASWI-COP
The Philippine Association of Social Workers’ Inc (PASWI) continues to reach social workers from all over the Philippines with its Circle of Prayer (COP). Attendees testify that they find comfort, rest, and tranquility in this Wednesday prayer habit. For September, the Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Palawan Puerto Princesa City Council; Eagle Scouts Organization of the Philippines, Inc. (Agila Palawan); Bicol University; and Cavite State University led the virtual room to a prayer.
Laura Vicuña Foundation, Inc. 