JUNE - DECEMBER 2006 RL 0 N ews English Club to hold Tebruary Affair' By: Mary Ann Velarde To highlight the week-long celebration of the English Department in the month of hearts, the English Club will sponsor a culminating program entitled 'February Affair 07' to be held on February 12, 2007 at the covered gym of the school. A series of contests will be done prior to the culminating program. There will be contests in Scrabble, Squabble, Boggle, Crossword Puzzle, Valentine Card Making, Essay Writing, and Poem Writing which will be simultaneously conducted in the different English rooms. To be staged during the culminating program are the Battle of the Brains, Vocal Duet, Character Impersonation, and Search for King and Queen of Hearts. Prizes will be given to lucky winners during the program. The budget for the prizes will be taken from the proceeds of the raffle tickets. "English Competence: Geared Towards Globalization" is the theme of the year's celebration. The English Club is headed by Mary Ann Velarde, president; and Patrick Philip Casianan as vice president. Other officers of the Club are Fia The Local Government Unit of Cabatuan once again held People's Day on October 10, 2006. The annual activity opened with a short program at the covered gym in the town plaza. During the activity, the Rural Health Unit conducted free medical? Carmela Escuadra, secretary; Ian Oranio, asst. secretary; Shelley Jan Halaba, treasurer; Angelo Aljon Garbino, asst. treasurer; Ken Hualde, auditor; Kryslyn Alyssa Solacito, asst. auditor; Angelie Grace Garbino, business manager; Louie Evans Sala, asst. business manager; Christiane Joy Trabado, press information officer; Jay Brunia, asst. press information officer; Hazel Grace Guidoriagao, PD.O.; Pritsie Feby Sadava, asst. RD.O.; Dianessa Fria Tabares, song leader; Christiannie Maravilla, asst. song leader; Reychelle Bagaforo, muse; and Ken Hualde, escort. Mrs. Merla R Arlos, Mrs. Helen A. Gador, and Miss Edda Mae Gazo are the advisers of the club. The English department of the school is under the supervision of its department head, Mrs. NenitaG. Pueyo. Teachers of the department are Mrs. Ofelia Adelantar, Mrs. Merla R Arlos, Mrs. Teresita Biaoco, Mrs. Maribel Comodero, Miss Ninfa O. Dio, Mrs. Helen A. Gador, Miss Edda Mae Gazo, Mrs. Rosario Hualde, Mrs. Santiaga Mae Maquilado, Mrs. Marilou L. Regalado, Mrs. Eppie M. Talamor, and Mrs. Ofelia A. Tobias. Model Center. The Office reactivated the membership of senior citizens in the barangays in the poblacion and in rural barangays. Proclamation 63 of the President of the Philippines declares the month of October of every year Miss India topped it all. Arianne Marie Garrido who represented the country of India was crowned Miss UN '06 when she bested other contestants during the `Search for Miss UN '06' sponsored by the UNESCO Club of the school held on November 9, 2006 at the covered gym of the school. The Search featured three main Dominican Republic Diane Jude Cortez were the bets of the Third Year. On the other hand, the Second Year curriculum set its cap to Joan Mababangloob, as Miss Philippines, Fevie Angelie Casas as Miss USA, Mary Rosaryn Paparon as Miss Columbia, and Maricar Libuna as Miss France. Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero of I­ Luriz Aspero. Queen Arianne Marie Garrido was jointly crowned by Miss Eddy Marie Gedalanga, Miss UN 1999, and Mayor Ramon C. Yee. The pageant was focused on the theme: 'Millennium Development Goals: Youth Takes Action. " The UNESCO Club of the school is presently headed by Ken SMILING BEAUTIES: The Royal Court of Queen Arianne Marie, Miss UN '06, takes a pose after the coronation. (L-R) 3rd Runner-Up Joan Mababangloob, Miss Philippines; 2nd Runner-Up Diane Jude Cortez, Miss Dominican Republic; Ist Runner- Up Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero, Miss Spain; and Miss Chile, Diane Mirapite, 4th Runner- Up. UNESCO Club sponsors "Search for Miss UN "06,*F LGU holds People's Day SMILING BEAUTIES: The Royal Court of Queen Arianne Marie, Miss UN '06, takes a pose after the coronation. (L-R) 3rd Runner-Up Joan Mababangloob, Miss Philippines; 2nd Runner-Up Diane Jude Cortez, Miss Dominican Republic; Ist Runner- Up Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero, Miss Spain; and Miss Chile, Diane Miravite, 4th Runner- Up. UNESCO Club sponsors 'Search for Miss UN "06' To be staged during the culminating program are the Battle of the Brains, Vocal Duet, Character Impersonation, and Search for King and Queen of Hearts. Prizes will be given to lucky winners during the program. The budget for the prizes will be taken from the proceeds of the raffle tickets. "English Competence: Geared Towards Globalization" is the theme of the year's celebration. The English Club is headed by Mary Ann Velarde, president; and Patrick Philip Casianan as vice president. Other officers of the Club are Fia The Local Government Unit of Cabatuan once again held People's Day on October 10, 2006. The annual activity opened with a short program at the covered gym in the town plaza. During the activity, the Rural Health Unit conducted free medical-dental consultation at the Rural Health Center. It also conducted supplementation of Vitamin A to children aged 0-5 years old. On the other hand, the Municipal Agriculture Office held separate activities in the covered gym. It conducted free animal consultation and dog immunization. It dispersed tilapia fingerlings, vegetable seeds, forest and fruit trees. The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office rendered free services in Senior Citizens Ken Hualde, escort. Mrs. Merla P Arlos, Mrs. Helen A. Gador, and Miss Edda Mae Gazo are the advisers of the club. The English department of the school is under the supervision of its department head, Mrs. Nenita G. Pueyo. Teachers of the department are Mrs. Ofelia Adelantar, Mrs. Merla R Arlos, Mrs. Teresita Biaoco, Mrs. Maribel Comodero, Miss Ninfa O. Dio, Mrs. Helen A. Gador, Miss Edda Mae Gazo, Mrs. Rosario Hualde, Mrs. Santiaga Mae Maquilado, Mrs. Marilou L. Regalado, Mrs. Eppie M. Talamor, and Mrs. Ofelia A. Tobias. Model Center. The Office reactivated the membership of senior citizens in the barangays in the poblacion and in rural barangays. Proclamation 63 of the President of the Philippines declares the month of October of every year as Local Government Month, the second week of October as the Local Government Week, and the 101' day of October as Local Government Day. People's Day is celebrated to commemorate the signing into law of the Local Government Code of 1991 which bestows all Local Government Units the necessary powers to enable them to attain a genuine and meaningful autonomy. In Cabatuan, Mayor Ramon C. Yee annually issues Proclamation No. 1 declaring October 10 as People's Day. Miss India topped it all. Arianne Marie Garrido who represented the country of India was crowned Miss UN '06 when she bested other contestants during the `Search for Miss UN '06' sponsored by the UNESCO Club of the school held on November 9, 2006 at the covered gym of the school. The Search featured three main parts: the Parade of Nations, Interview Portion, and Talent Portion. In the parade of nations, each contestant was arrayed in a fabulous and creatively-designed national costume. The interview portion showcased wit and intelligence of the contestants while in the talent portion, the young ladies were tried of their skills and talents. It was participated in by ten lovely ladies from the different curriculum years of the school. Diane Miravite of 4-1 as Miss Chile, Lene Viane Dailan of 4-Einstein for the country of Puerto Rico, and Gisell Ann Magos also of 4-Einstein as Miss Venezuela were the fourth year contestants. Two lovely gals, Miss India, Arianne Marie Garrido and Miss Dominican Republic Diane Jude Cortez were the bets of the Third Year. On the other hand, the Second Year curriculum set its cap to Joan Mababangloob as Miss Philippines, Fevie Angelie Casas as Miss USA, Mary Rosaryn Paparon as Miss Columbia, and Maricar Libuna as Miss France. Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero of I-Newton of the Special Science Class was the only contestant of the First Year. The lovely ladies vied for the top five positions and major awards. Declared as the First Runner-Up was Miss Spain, Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero; Diane Jude Cortez, Miss Dominican Republic as the Second Runner-Up; Miss Philippine, Joan Mababangloob, as the Third Runner-Up, and Miss Chile, Diane Miravite as the Fourth Runner-Up. Miss UN '06 Arianne Marie Garrido garnered three major awards in 'Best in Interview', 'Best in Talent', and 'Best in Production Number'. Other major awards were awarded to Miss Venezuela, Gisell Ann Magos as 'Best in Playsuit' and `Best in National Costume' was garnered by Miss Spain, Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero. Queen Arianne Marie Garrido was jointly crowned by Miss Eddy Marie Gedalanga, Miss UN 1999, and Mayor Ramon C. Yee. The pageant was focused on the theme: 'Millennium Development Goals: Youth Takes Action." The UNESCO Club of the school is presently headed by Ken Hualde as the president. Other officers are Patrick Philip Casianan, vice president; Kryslyn Alyssa Solacito, secretary; Matt Louie Caspe, assistant treasurer; Hazel Guidoriagao, auditor; Angelo Aljon Garbino, ast. Auditor;Angelie Grace Garbino, business manager; Hubert Canto, asst. bus. Manager; Shelly Jan Halaba, P.I.O.; Ian Oranio, asst. P.I.O.; Sherry Anne Mae Tuares, peace officer; Kelvin Trabasas, asst. peace officer; Mary Jinelle Leysa, song leader; Argie Silubrico, asst. song leader; and Dane Adrian Asessor, escort. Its advisers are Mrs. Concepcion Carasco, Miss Remedios Regidor, Mrs. Rosario Maravilla, Christian Grana. Mr. Joselito Bastiero is the acting head of the said department. LGU holds People's Day president of Veterans Bank of the Philippines; and Dr. Melba New infra projects bared, Sullivan, Ph. D., trovincial treasurer. ~& On the other hand, the Municipal Agriculture Office held separate activities in the covered gym. It conducted free animal consultation and dog immunization. It dispersed tilapia fingerlings, vegetable seeds, forest and fruit trees. The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office rendered free services in Senior Citizens The municipal treasurer of Cabatuan retired from government service after serving the government in various capacities for 34 years. Mrs. Jenina L. Pueyo served the Municipality of Cabatuan as the municipal treasurer for almost 14 years. Before her assignment in Cabatuan, she was an employee of the Municipal Treasurer's Office in San Rafael and Maasin. She officially left government service on December 31, 2006 at the age of 63 years old. As an expression of thanks and farewell, Mrs. Pueyo offered a despedida party on January 5, 2007. Day. People's Day is celebrated to commemorate the signing into law of the Local Government Code of 1991 which bestows all Local Government Units the necessary powers to enable them to attain a genuine and meaningful autonomy. In Cabatuan, Mayor Ramon C. Yee annually issues Proclamation No. 1 declaring October 10 as People's Day. The party was preceded by a Thanksgiving Mass officiated by Rev. Fr. Norberto G. Tacadao, the parish priest, at 5:00 p.m. at the covered gym in the town plaza. A dinner followed after the Mass. A program was held after the dinner. Several speakers gave their testimonies about the retired municipal treasurer. Mrs. Angeles R. Gomez, retired assistant municipal treasurer, gave her impressions about the retiree. Three friends of the retiree also gave their testimonies: Mrs. Angela G. Grio, manager of GSIS, Iloilo Branch; Mrs. Daisy Sibya, senior vice In the parade of nations, each contestant was arrayed in a fabulous and creatively-designed national costume. The interview portion showcased wit and intelligence of the contestants while in the talent portion, the young ladies were tried of their skills and talents. It was participated in by ten lovely ladies from the different curriculum years of the school. Diane Miravite of 4-1 as Miss Chile, Lene Viane Dailan of 4-Einstein for the country of Puerto Rico, and Gisell Ann Magos also of 4-Einstein as Miss Venezuela were the fourth year contestants. Two lovely gals, Miss India, Arianne Marie Garrido and Miss president of Veterans Bank of the Philippines; and Dr. Melba Sullivan, Ph. D., provincial treasurer. In behalf of the Local Government Unit of Maasin, Iloilo, Mayor Mariano Malones delivered a message. For LGU-Cabatuan, SB Member Nestor C. Amoroso spoke in behalf of the Sangguniang Bayan while Mayor Ramon C. Yee drove home the final message for the occasion. To entertain the retiree, the personnel of the Rural Health Unit, the Municipal Agriculture Office, the Office of the Mayor, and the Municipal Treasurer's Office offered entertaining presentations. Mrs. Jenina L. Pueyo thanked the Municipal Officials, the LGU employees, her invited guests, and friends for joining her in her despedida party which was also attended by some members of her family. The lovely ladies vied for the top five positions and major awards. Declared as the First Runner-Up was Miss Spain, Erel Allyn Luriz Aspero; Diane Jude Cortez, Miss Dominican Republic as the Second Runner-Up; Miss Philippine, Joan Mababangloob as the Third Runner-Up, and Miss Chile, Diane Miravite as the Fourth Runner-Up. Miss UN '06 Arianne Marie Garrido garnered three major awards in 'Best in Interview', 'Best in Talent', and 'Best in Production Number'. Other major awards were awarded to Miss Venezuela, Gisell Ann Magos as 'Best in Playsuit' and `Best in National Costume' was garnered by Miss Spain, Erel Allyn New infrastructure projects are undergoing completion while others have been lined up for implementation this calendar year 2007 by the Municipal Government. This was learned from Engr. Jose Norman Umadhay, the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator. Undergoing construction is the Liga Ng Mga Barangay building funded by the Priority Development Assistance Fund of Cong. Arthur Defensor in the amount of P2,000,000.00. The remaining amount to complete the construction of the building will be taken from the funds of the Municipal Government and the 68 barangays in town. Also undergoing construction is the second phase of Cabatuan-New Lucena Road funded by the Priority Development Assistance Fund in the amount of P5,000,000.00. The Municipal Government, through Mayor Ramon C. Yee, will Solacito, secretary; Matt Louie Caspe, assistant treasurer; Hazel Guidoriagao, auditor; Angelo Aljon Garbino, ast. Auditor;Angelie Grace Garbino, business manager; Hubert Canto, asst. bus. Manager; Shelly Jan Halaba, P.I.O.; Ian Oranio, asst. P.I.O.; Sherry Anne Mae Tuares, peace officer; Kelvin Trabasas, asst. peace officer; Mary Jinelle Leysa, song leader; Argie Silubrico, asst. song leader; and Dane Adrian Asessor, escort. Its advisers are Mrs. Concepcion Carasco, Miss Remedios Regidor, Mrs. Rosario Maravilla, Christian Grana. Mr. Joselito Bastiero is the acting head of the said department. be implementing new infrastructure projects to be funded by the 20% Development Fund of the Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) of the town. The area between the national road and the sidewalk along the perimeter fence of the town plaza fronting the municipal building will be paved. Also to be paved is the area between the national road and the sidewalk along the perimeter fence of the town plaza fronting Bermejo Street. To enhance the aesthetic look of the town plaza, the floor area around the Bonifacio monument will be improved. Additional concrete stalls will be constructed in the public market. The municipal building will also undergo improvement. Nearing completion is a footwalk that stretches from corner Rizal Ilaya and San Agustin Streets to corner Confesor Drive and San Agustin Street, fronting Rural Health Center, Senior Citizens Building, and Tomas Confesor Memorial Public Library. Personnel of the Rural Health Unit conduct Vitamin A supplementation on children aged 0-5 years W. al treasurer retiresmullicip New infra projects bared