Think big! Move Forward!

Launching of AHON's fourth adopted library

Even the scorching summer heat could not stop us from celebrating as we officially launch our newest adopted library, San Roque Elementary School (SRES) Library. The inauguration was held last April 18 with Marikina Mayor Ma. Lourdes C. Fernando as the guest of honor. SRES is AHON Foundation’s fourth beneficiary.

Pupils of SRES were all smiles as they entered their newly refurbished library. Upon admiring the eye-catching mural and colorful shelves and tables, they immediately picked up books to read. Some brought their new books to the storytelling nook and shared stories with their friends; others proudly posed for a picture while holding their favorite books. Parents, teachers, and DepEd and barangay officials also enjoyed watching the kids have fun, as this project is a product of their collaborative effort. Their hard work indeed paid off as the library was well appreciated by pupils and guests alike.

“Masayang-masaya po kami dahil sa wakas may mapupuntahan na ang mga anak namin para makapagbasa ng magagandang libro. Sinikap po talaga namin na matapos ito para mapasaya ang mga bata”, PTCA President Mrs. Dolores Manalo said.

Mayor Fernando lauded the community for their unity and cooperation. She also inspired them to think big and move forward so they can achieve their goal of continuously improving the city’s education system.

The event also served as a pre-anniversary celebration for AHON, which is turning 1 year old this coming May. Expect more things from us as we continue our campaign of building a culture of learning. We have bigger and more exciting projects coming up this year. We’ll keep you posted!

Snapshots III

SRES library ribbon-cutting ceremony









Colorful tables and shelves; storytelling nook








AHON Chairman Hector O. Tagaysay and Bianca reading together








AHON Project Officer Cecille with SRES kids at the storytelling nook








She's enjoying "Pippo learns a lesson", a book from the Child's First Library of Values





SRES PTCA and barangay officials with AHON Chairman Hector O. Tagaysay, DepED Superintendent Dr. Flordeliza R. Mayari, Marikina Mayor Ma. Lourdes C. Fernando, SRES Principal Mrs. Rosario Diaz, San Roque Brgy. Captain Benjamin Cruz, SK Chairman Katrina Marie Marco, and AHON Project Officer Cecille Bautista

AHON's 3rd adopted library launched!

This 2007, AHON hopes to soar higher.

The festive launching of Malanday Elementary School (MAL ES) last February 26 marked the beginning of a very promising year. Pupils, teachers, parents, DepED, barangay and city officials all gathered at MAL ES to witness the opening of their new library - a product of their cooperation, commitment, and hard work. Malanday Elementary School library is AHON Foundation’s 3^rd adopted library.

Among the guests who graced the occasion were Deped Marikina Superintendent Flordeliza R. Mayari, Marikina I District Supervisor Aurora Divino, ABC Foundation Chairman Lewis Edwards, Marikina City Vice Mayor Marion Andres, and Marikina City Mayor Ma. Lourdes C. Fernando.

In her speech, Mayor Fernando motivated the community to rise above poverty and ignorance by supporting initiatives on education such as this library. “There is indeed hope for transformation,” she said.

AHON Chairman Hector O. Tagaysay and Executive Director Harvey S. Keh also delivered inspirational messages. They both stressed the value of a good education that can only be achieved with the cooperation of the school, local government, private sector, and the community. Keh also lauded the City of Marikina in its efforts to come up with relevant projects contributing to the progress of the city and well being of the citizens. He added, “ While Marikina is striving to be a Little Singapore, I think Singapore should be the one to learn from Marikina. We have done so much progress with very limited resources. Marikenos are meant to conquer the world.”

The project was headed by Malanday Elementary School Principal Dr. Adora S. Marcelo.

Guests at the event were also greeted with a lively performance by the Malanday ES Drum and Lyre. Cultural dances by Grades 4 and 5 pupils also added color and fun to the ceremony.

With the success of the launch, AHON looks to the future with great optimism as it continues to be encouraged seeing public school students excel inspite of the many daily challenges they face.