THE SHINING COPPER

THE OFFICIAL SCHOOL PUBLICATION OF LABO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DIVISION OF MARINDUQUE MIMAROPA REGION

ISSUE 1 VOLUME 11 JUNE-DECEMBER 2025 news 03

HELPING

HANDS

School raises over 16.000 for handwashing area during UN Day celebration

⑥JELIANA MAXEENE L MARILLA

Labo Elementary School successfully raised over 16,000 pesos to help build the roof for the school's handwashing area during their United Nations (UN) Day celebration last October 27, 2025.

The activity was filled with bright and colorful national costumes, as pupils from every grade level proudly showed their outfits on stage.

Judges gave out Best in Costume awards, and the muses performed a short fashion show, entertaining the audience with loud cheers and applause.

During the fundraising activity, each contestant contributed to the total amount collected. The champion candidates contributed 5,800, the 1st runners-up, Kendra Fabiolla B. Cabrera and Zamuel John J. Nunez, contributed 4,500, the 2nd runners- up, Naetahlie Princes L. Mongoc and Paul Joshua Jaqueca, contributed 1,500, and the 3rd runners-up. Alleza Licah M. Cuzado and Skyler Matthew M. Dullesin, contributed 1,000. The remaining money came from contributions of the other contestants, showing that all participants helped raise funds for the school's improvement.

The highlight of the day was the crowning of Ms. and Mr. United Nations 2025. Shanthal Chrisha Mae R. Padolina, representing Thailand, won Ms. United Nations, while Francis Benedict Sabuelba, representing Korea, became Mr. United Nations. School principal Mr. Romeo R. Palma said, "This celebration is not only about wearing beautiful costumes, but also about learning to respect other cultures and working together for the good of our school."

The special fundraising activity brought together pupils, teachers, and parents, showing how everyone can work together to achieve a good cause

LITTLE STARS Kindergarten Pupils Eyesha Vennyl Pederal and Matt Rayven Zulueta represent Korea on KENDRA FABIOLLA EL CABRERA

UN Day Stage

VALUES WINNERS

Kendra wins photojournalism crown on first try

Labo ES celebrates Filipino values with award- winning videos

KYLIE M. LUZANTA

Kendra Fabiolla B. Cabrera, a Grade 5 pupil, won first place in the 2025 District Schools Press Conference, Photojournalism Contest held on November 21-22 at Gabaldona Elementary School.

KYLIE M. LUZANTA

Labo Elementary School won awards in the 2025 National Observance of the Filipino Values Month Celebration (Division Level) held on November 5, 2025.

The school earned First Runner- Up in the Tik Tok for Good: A Values- Driven Challenge (Makakalikasan) and Third Runner-Up in the Reel

Values: A Documentary Film Challenge

The contest was coached by Mary Grace Palmero and participated in by Grade 3, 4, 5, and 6 pupils.

Despite it being a health break, both pupils and teachers dedicated one full day to create their videos for the district contest.

Mrs. Mary Grace Palmero expressed her pride in the pupils' efforts.

It was Kendra's very first time joining a photojournalism competition, and she felt a mix of excitement and nervousness. Even though she didn't have her own camera, she borrowed one from her coach and practiced taking photos only three times before the big event. "I didn't expect to win, but I prayed, listened carefully to the speakers, and did my best," Kendra said with a smile.

Her coach, Mrs. Mary Grace Palmero, was very proud of her. "Kendra showed positivity and courage even though she had little experience. She stayed focused and never gave up, and I am very proud of her," she said.

The competition was full of learning opportunities. They listened to speakers who shared tips on how to tell stories through pictures.

Kendra paid very close attention to everything and tried her best to apply what she learned when taking her contest photos. Kendra won in her category.

Her achievement gave her the honor of representing her district in the 2025 Division Schools Press Conference Photojournalism Contest.

The contest was held last December 11-13, 2025, at Marinduque National High School in Boac, Marinduque.

I am very proud of our pupils for their performance. They showed that even in a short time, teamwork and values can lead to success.

CHAMPION Kendra Fabiola celebrates her first-place win in the Photojournalism Contest with her coach, Mary Grace Palmero, during the awarding ceremony.

Photo courtesy by Mary Grace Palmero