Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija – SM Malls in this city have once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to education and community development through their participation in the annual Brigada Eskwela. In collaboration with local educational institutions, SM City Cabanatuan and SM Megacenter have embarked on a remarkable endeavor to refurbish and revitalize schools of their chosen beneficiaries.
At Bontoc Elementary School located in the town of Llanera an hour travel away from Cabanatuan City, SM employees joined forces together with dedicated security and job clean personnel to undertake a comprehensive transformation of the learning environment. Classroom walls, comfort rooms, chairs, and tables were repainted and refurbished to create a vibrant and conducive atmosphere for students. The initiative aimed to inspire and motivate young minds by providing them with an engaging educational space held last August 17.
Felix Franco Jr, Head of Bontoc Elementary School says that they were very thankful to SM for reaching their school as Brigada Eskwela partner for this year.
Mauro Magtoto Assitant Mall Manager on the other hand said that the school really needs collaborative support from different community sectors aside from SM as they are handling more than 55 students last year with three small classrooms only.
“Amid of the distance from the mall we travel very early together with our volunteer employees for this initiative and to partake on the improvement of classrooms and school premises.
“We are very happy to be part of this noble activity with the Department of Education (DepEd) in support to the teachers, parents and students on the upcoming school year 2023 – 2024. It also shows the camaraderie among our employees and agency personnel that with the team work we were able to inspire others specially students of Bondoc Elementary School. With this simple gesture of kindness, we hope for their success in the future” said Magtoto.
Meanwhile, SM Megacenter collaborate with Lazaro Francisco Integrated School in Cabanatuan City, where they dedicated their time, effort and resources to clean and revitalize classrooms and park area for the common space for thousands of students was held last August 14.
These initiatives are a testament to SM’s dedication to education and their firm belief in the power of volunteerism. Brigada Eskwela serves as a platform for collaboration between SM Malls and educational institutions, allowing them to work hand in hand to create a positive impact on the lives of students.
