Ilonggo among 10 outstanding teacher-awardees of JCI-Manila

The Junior Chamber International (JCI) Manila recognizes Teachers through the Ten Outstanding Guro Awards (TOGA).

As soon as children are able to learn and understand, they go from the care of their parents to the joint guidance with their teachers. This transition underscores the important role that Teachers play in the development of children.

Held last July 4, 2021 via a virtual awarding ceremony, Ten Teachers from different municipalities in the Philippines were celebrated. In addition, three student leaders were also recognized.

The recipients were chosen by a board of judges based on nominations, which asked about the challenges they have faced as educators, the impact they have made on their students, and efforts they exerted to go above and beyond the call of duty.

Ten outstanding public Teachers were recognized for their dedication to their profession namely:

1. Aprellene Marquez, Quinavite Elementary School, Bauang, La Union;
2. Raymond Peter T. Tolentino from Nabitasan Elementary School, La Paz, Iloilo City;
3. Leah Joyce Corpuz Quilang from Cauayan City National High School, Cauayan, Isabela;
4. Rhea Bohol from Bayanan Elementary School, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila;
5. Irish Gregorio from Padre Zamora Elementary School, Pasay City, Metro Manila;
6. Ninia Estillore from Gusa National High School, CDO, Misamis Oriental;
7. Dr. Ester Magaan from Laong-Laan Elementary School, Manila;
8. Mary Ann Henson from Siclong Elementary School, Laur, Nueva Ecija;
9. Zyra Paguio from Balanga Elementary School, Bataan; and
10. Dante Ballesteros from E. Rodriguez Jr. High School, Quezon City.

The awardees received not only the respect of their peers but also prizes, certificates and developmental training.

Richard Antonio Tamayo, President of JCI Manila said: “Our Teachers play a crucial role in developing the minds and hearts of children.  If it wasn’t for the added guidance of Teachers, it’s hard to say how our lives would turn out. That’s why we honor them through the TOGA to recognize their contributions to future-building. It’s our salute to their unconditional service for the betterment of the nation.”