LDHS - UNESCO CLUB

✨ As of today, the list of contests and activities for the upcoming United Nations Month celebration has officially been posted across Lakan Dula High School Buildings 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. This milestone was made possible through the guidance and support of our dedicated Adviser Mrs. Celia L. Aguilar and Co-Adviser Ms. Leizel Arambulo. Let’s all get ready and participate with enthusiasm! 💙✨

Through the lens of:
Princess Dessa Macaspac l Grade 9 AP Teacher

𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 | 𝐔𝐍 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐄𝐔𝐌: 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄𝐒, 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐎𝐍 & 𝐅𝐋𝐀𝐕𝐎𝐑𝐒 🌍✨

Step into a world of culture, creativity, and connection! This two-day museum-style exhibit showcases the rich traditions of nations through the eyes and works of Lakan Dula High School students.

WHEN:
October 16, 2025 (Thursday) | 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
October 17, 2025 (Friday) | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

WHO CAN JOIN?

Open to all students of Lakan Dula High School
No entrance fee (donations welcome)

🎨 MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS:

- Infographics (Grade 7): Struggles against colonialism & imperialism linked to unity, peace, and cooperation.
- Brochure (Grade 8): Love of country as a path to global harmony.
- Food Festival (Grade 9): Flavors of the world on display.
- Poster Slogan (Grade 10): Globalization, interconnectedness, and peace.
- Dress Up Your Doll: Dolls styled in national costumes.
- Mask Painting: Hand-painted masks inspired by the UNESCO Month theme.

📖 ABOUT THE ACTIVITY:

This is not a contest but a cultural exhibit where students’ creativity brings world heritage to life.

Explore art, food, and traditions with respect, curiosity, and pride.
Photography is allowed, but please maintain proper behavior inside the museum.

🌟 GOALS:
Promote cultural awareness among students
Encourage appreciation of art, fashion, and food traditions from around the globe.

Strengthen the spirit of unity and global understanding.

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:
All AP Teachers

✨ Walk through the museum, witness the faces of culture, the fashion of nations, and the flavors of the world—all in one place!

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 2025 | 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 🍴🌍

Ready for a taste of the world? Join us in this flavorful celebration where students will showcase iconic dishes from different countries. Discover how food connects cultures, traditions, and stories from across the globe!

WHEN: October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

👥 WHO CAN JOIN?

Selected Grade 9 students of Lakan Dula High School
Each teacher may form a maximum of three (3) groups, with 3 members per group

🎟️ VISITORS:

Administration Staff
AP Teachers
Advisers of the Presentors

📖 ABOUT THE ACTIVITY

This is not a contest but an interactive cultural showcase inside the museum.

Each group will present a traditional food from a chosen country, with:

The country name displayed
- A short description of the dish (ingredients, cultural importance, or occasions it’s eaten)
- Optional visual aids or posters for support

🌟 GOAL: To promote cultural appreciation and let everyone see how food can tell stories about tradition, heritage, and unity.

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Mrs. Celia Aguilar
Ms. Leizel Arambulo
Grade 9 Teachers

✨ Come hungry for knowledge—and maybe even for inspiration!

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 2025 | 𝐂𝐓𝐑𝐋+𝐌𝐄: 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐉𝐄𝐒𝐔𝐒 🧠✝️

Feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to balance school, life, and emotions? This seminar is here to remind you: you are never alone. Let’s talk about mental health, faith, and finding peace in Christ—because true wellness means caring for both the mind and the soul.

WHEN: October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
TIME: 10:00 AM (Morning)
VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

👥 WHO CAN JOIN?

Selected Grade 9 and 10 students of Lakan Dula High School.
Participants are chosen by their teachers.

📖 ABOUT THE SEMINAR

- An informative and educational session focused on mental health awareness.
- Promotes understanding of common challenges faced by students.
- Shares healthy coping strategies and ways to build resilience.
Highlights the role of spiritual well-being as part of holistic health.

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Ms. Princess Dessa Macaspac – Overall In-Charge
Mrs. Celia Aguilar – Overall In-Charge
Grade 9 & 10 Teachers

✨ A safe space to learn, reflect, and reconnect with yourself—and with God.

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 I 𝐌𝐑. 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐒. 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 2025

Who will wear the crown, who will raise the flag? 🌍✨
This October, the stage of Lakan Dula High School transforms into a runway of nations as our students showcase confidence, culture, and advocacy in the search for Mr. & Ms. United Nations 2025! 👑

ELIMINATION ROUND

October 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
2:00PM

FINAL ROUND - CULMINATING ACTIVITY

November 4, 2025 (Tuesday)
2:00PM

👥 PARTICIPANTS

- Open to all LDHS students.
- Each teacher may select up to two (2) pairs of participants only (pairs do not need to be from the same section).
🔔 Take Note: The assigned teacher cannot give or transfer their slots to another teacher. This ensures fairness for everyone.
- AP Teachers are in charge of registration and coordination with the UNESCO Club Adviser & Co-Adviser.

📌 Registration deadline: October 6, 2025 (through your AP teacher).

The contest has two rounds:
1️⃣ Elimination Round
2️⃣ Final Round

ELIMINATION ROUND

Contestants will:
• Do their own stage walk
• Introduce themselves
• Pick a hashtag relevant to the theme and explain its meaning (Filipino or English).

Attire during Elimination Round:

Boys: T-shirt (tucked-in), Denim Pants, Sneakers
Girls: T-shirt (tucked-in), Denim Pants, Heels, Light Make-up

📌 Take Note: Contestants will not yet represent a country during this round.

Only the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female per year level will qualify for the Final Round.

FINAL ROUND (Culminating Activity)

Qualified participants (Top 12 Male & Top 12 Female) will now select a country 🌍 (first-come, first-served basis; no duplicates).

Finalists will present:

- Self-introduction (Name, Grade Level, Country represented)
- Personal Advocacy (relevant to the theme, 3–5 sentences, in Filipino or English)
- National Costume Walk 👗👘🕺 showcasing confidence, creativity, and culture.
- Country Assignments by Year Level:
- Grade 7 – Asia
- Grade 8 – North or South America
- Grade 9 – Africa
- Grade 10 – Europe

After the National Costume Presentation, only the Top 5 Male & Top 5 Female will proceed to the Q&A Portion.

💬 Q&A: Questions will be from the judges, and answers can be in Filipino or English.

From the Q&A, scores will determine the winners.

The winners of Mr. and Ms. United Nations 2025 shall be given the privilege to campaign and present their chosen advocacy during school assemblies.

📝 Take Note:

- All finalists must sign a Waiver & Agreement Form with their parent/guardian.
- If the culminating activity is cancelled due to emergencies (e.g., typhoon, suspension of classes, force majeure), the UNESCO Club will not be liable for any inconvenience or costume rental costs.

Awards & Titles:

👑 Mr. United Nations 2025 (Champion – Male)
👑 Ms. United Nations 2025 (Champion – Female)
🥈 1st Runner-up (Male & Female)
🥉 2nd Runner-up (Male & Female)

Special Awards:

Mr. & Ms. Congeniality 💖 (voted by fellow contestants)
Best in National Costume 🎭 (Male & Female)

RUBRICS

– Elimination Round

Presentation of Insights & Communication Skills – 35%
Stage Presence & Confidence – 30%
Ramp Walk – 20%
Grooming & Neatness – 15%

Total: 100%

– Pre-Final Round (Top 12 Male & Top 12 Female)

Communication Skills – 35%
National Costume Presentation – 30%
Stage Presence & Confidence – 20%
Ramp Walk – 15%

Total: 100%

– Best in National Costume

Authenticity & Relevance – 30%
Creativity & Design – 25%
Stage Presence – 25%
Visual Impact – 20%

Total: 100%

– Final Round (Top 5 Male & Top 5 Female) – Q&A Portion

Relevance of Answer – 35%
Content & Substance – 30%
Clarity & Organization – 20%
Confidence & Delivery – 15%

Total: 100%

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Mrs. Celia Aguilar – Overall In-Charge
Ms. Leizel Arambulo – Overall In-Charge
Mrs. Noemi Biscarra – Choreographer
Mrs. Maritess Priolo – Choreographer

At the end of the day, only a few will take home the crowns… but all who walk the stage will carry with them the pride of representing not just themselves, but the spirit of global unity.

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 2025 | 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒: 𝐀 𝐅𝐋𝐀𝐆 𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄

Can you tell the difference between the flag of Chad and Romania at a glance? Or spot Bhutan’s dragon in a second? Test your eyes, memory, and global knowledge in this high-stakes flag showdown!

WHEN: October 9, 2025 (Thursday)
TIME: 2:00 PM (Afternoon)
VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

👥 WHO CAN JOIN?

- Open to Grade 7, 8, 9, and 10 students of Lakan Dula High School.
- Each class may have one (1) official representative only.
- AP teachers will handle class registration and coordinate directly with the UNESCO Club Adviser and Co-Adviser.
- Deadline of Registration: October 6, 2025 (via AP teachers).

⚠️ Note: Teacher slots are non-transferable to ensure fairness.

📖 CONTEST COVERAGE

Flag Identification (country flags around the world 🌍)

✍️ WHAT TO BRING

Whiteboard
2–3 markers
Eraser

📊 CONTEST FORMAT

🔹 Knockout Round – 15 elimination questions; one wrong answer = eliminated.
🔹 Qualifying Round – Point system; only the Top 3 advance.
🔹 Championship Round – Point system; determines Champion, 1st Runner-up, and 2nd Runner-up.

In case of a tie, a sudden-death tiebreaker will be held.
⚠️ Wrong spelling is wrong.
⚠️ No erasures allowed; the first written answer is final.
📌 Decisions of the Quizmaster are final and irrevocable.

🏆 AWARDS

🥇 Champion
🥈 1st Runner-up
🥉 2nd Runner-up

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Mr. John Joseph Battung – Quizmaster / Question Preparer
Mr. John Erza Valeroso – Marshall
Mrs. Jovy Mabaet – Tally Sheet
Mrs. Maritess Priolo – Tally Sheet

📌 Bring your A-game and show that your memory of the world’s flags is sharper than ever! Registration closes October 6, 2025.

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 2025 | 𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐁𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐒: 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐙 𝐁𝐄𝐄 🧠🌍

How sharp are your UN facts? Put your knowledge of history, programs, current events, and global affairs to the test in this mind-boggling battle of wits!

WHEN: October 9, 2025 (Thursday)
TIME: 9:00 AM (Morning)
VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

👥 WHO CAN JOIN?

- Open to Grade 7, 8, 9, and 10 students of Lakan Dula High School.
- Each class may have one (1) official representative only.
- AP teachers will handle class registration and coordinate directly with the UNESCO Club Adviser and Co-Adviser.
- Deadline of Registration: October 6, 2025 (via AP teachers).

⚠️ Note: Teacher slots are non-transferable to ensure fairness.

📖 CONTEST COVERAGE

Book: Basic Facts about the United Nations, 42nd Edition
Links:
🔹 https://www.un.org/en/about-us
🔹 https://unis.unvienna.org/unis/en/topics/the-un-in-general.html
- United Nations History, Programs, Facts
- Current Events

✍️ WHAT TO BRING

Whiteboard
2–3 markers
Eraser

📊 CONTEST FORMAT

🔹 Easy Round – 15 elimination questions; one wrong answer = out.
🔹 Average Round – Point system; only the Top 3 scorers advance.
🔹 Difficult Round – Point system; total points determine Champion, 1st Runner-up, and 2nd Runner-up.

In case of a tie, a sudden-death tiebreaker will be held.
⚠️ No erasures allowed; the first written answer is final.
📌 Decisions of the Quizmaster are final and irrevocable.

🏆 AWARDS

🥇 Champion
🥈 1st Runner-up
🥉 2nd Runner-up

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Ms. Brenda Jean Baldestomo – Quizmaster / Question Preparer
Mrs. Christopher Baleza – Marshall
Mrs. Jhanine Alibayan – Tally Sheet
Mrs. Vilynn Sidiangco – Tally Sheet

📌 Get ready to flex those global facts and represent your class with pride! Registration closes October 6, 2025. Will your mind be crowned the sharpest of them all?

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 2025 | 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝐎𝐍-𝐓𝐇𝐄-𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐊 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓.

Colors, creativity, and culture collide in this vibrant competition! It’s not just about painting masks—it’s about telling stories of peace, trust, and unity through art.

WHEN: October 8, 2025 (Wednesday)
TIME: 2:00 PM (Afternoon)
VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

👥 WHO CAN JOIN?

- Open to Grade 9 & 10 students of Lakan Dula High School.
- Each teacher may select a maximum of three (3) contestants only. - Slots are non-transferable to ensure fairness.

📌 Registration is handled by your AP teachers until October 6, 2025.

🎨 CONTEST HIGHLIGHTS

- On-the-spot 2-hour mask painting challenge.
- Official blank masks will be provided (₱50 each to be paid by the contestant).
- Only poster paints allowed. Bring your own brushes, water containers, and other basic tools.
- No sharp objects, heavy materials, or harmful chemicals.
- Theme: 2025 International Year of Peace and Trust 🕊️
- Designs must be clean, creative, colorful, and aligned with the theme.
- Aprons and hairnets required for cleanliness and safety.
- Contestants must work independently—no outside help.
- Judges’ decisions are final.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

🎨 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 – 30%
🌍 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞 – 25%
🖌️ 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 & 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 – 25%
✨ 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 / 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 – 20%

𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 – 100%

🏆 AWARDS

The most captivating masks will be honored as:
🥇 Champion
🥈 1st Runner-up
🥉 2nd Runner-up

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Mrs. Adalyn Aliswag – Contest Facilitator
Ms. Princess Dessa Macaspac – Contest Facilitator
Mr. Manuel Reyes – Marshall
Mr. Jose Codon – Marshall
Mrs. Ma. Theresa Garcia – Logistics

📌 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘣 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘣𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘴, 𝘴𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦!

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𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 2025 | 𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐁𝐀𝐋 𝐆𝐋𝐀𝐌: 𝐎𝐍-𝐓𝐇𝐄-𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓 𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐔𝐏 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄

Who says dolls can’t walk the global runway? This contest celebrates not just style, but also the beauty of world cultures. It’s your chance to showcase teamwork, artistry, and creativity—all through fashion!

WHEN: October 8, 2025 (Wednesday)
TIME: 9:00 AM
VENUE: Multi-Purpose Hall

👥 WHO CAN JOIN?

Open to Grade 7 & 8 students of Lakan Dula High School. Each teacher may form up to two (2) groups only, with five (5) members per group.

📌 Registration is handled by your AP teachers until October 6, 2025.

🎨 CONTEST HIGHLIGHTS

- On-the-spot 3-hour challenge—come prepared!
- Each group must bring their own 11-inch female doll (Barbie size).
- Flat base platform: 7 x 7 inches made of illustration board with a thickness of maximum of 1 inch.
- Costumes must be inspired by your chosen country’s national attire (first-come, first-served basis).
- All designs must be handmade, creative, safe, and school-appropriate.
- Judging will be based on creativity, theme, craftsmanship, and presentation.

📊 JUDGING CRITERIA

🎨 Creativity & Originality – 30%
🌍 Aderence to National Costume Theme – 25%
🖌️ Workmanship and Craftmanship – 25%
✨ Overall Presentation (Impact and Completeness) – 20%

Total – 100%

🏆 AWARDS

🥇 Champion
🥈 1st Runner-up
🥉 2nd Runner-up

👩‍🏫 Teachers In-Charge:

Mrs. Armie Cruz – Contest Facilitator
Mrs. Jovy S. Mabaet – Contest Facilitator
Mr. Fernando S. Castro – Marshall
Mr. John Erza Valeroso – Marshall
Ms. Klarisa Salas – Logistics

📌 Get your teams together and talk to your AP teacher! Registration closes October 6, 2025. Let the cultural crafting craze begin!

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🌍✨ In celebration of this year’s United Nations Month, we proudly present the theme: “International Year of Peace and Trust.” ✨🌍

This theme stands as a powerful call for all of us to uphold peace, nurture trust, and cherish unity in diversity. May this inspire every community, every individual to create a more compassionate and welcoming world. 🕊️💙

👧: 𝑼𝒚𝒚! 𝑼𝑵𝑬𝑺𝑪𝑶 𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒉 𝒏𝒂!
👦: 𝑶𝒐 𝒏𝒈𝒂 𝒆𝒉, 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒌𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒔.
👧: 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒐 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒌𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒔…

𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗛, 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙨.🦊 Ughrighttttt! Here are the officer of UNESCO club that will strive this month because it is our time to shineeee! Na para bangggg sila ang star of the show.✨

Get to know our 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 officers🤩—not just by their titles🏆, but by what makes them uniquely them!🔮 From favorite hobbies to go-to comfort foods, iconic songs to words they live by—these leaders are 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑛 just their roles.🎭 Stay tuned as we introduce each one in a way 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐯𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞!

Presenting the dedicated, passionate, and inspiring officers of UNESCO 🌐—ready to shape a brighter, more inclusive world for all! 🌟

✒️ — Krishiell Baluyot | Grade 8 Representative Internal
🖼️ — Jyron Farrell Adriano | Secretary
Ma. Elliah Yhuri Dieron | Vice President External

A Quick Update 🔔

The UNESCO Officers, together with the UNESCO Adviser Mrs. Celia L. Aguilar and Co-Adviser Ms. Leizel Z. Arambulo, conducted a purposeful and productive meeting at the AP LRMDS in line with the preparation for the upcoming UN Month Opening Program next week. The whole team was excited as they finalize the program flow. The UNESCO Club made it sure that every detail and concern is keenly checked and addressed towards a well-organized celebration. Important tasks and responsibilities were also entrusted to each officer, which highlighted their eagerness, collaboration, and commitment. Their act emphasized the holistic desire of the organization to make the event a successful and meaningful one.

Through the lens of:
Maria Elliah Yhuri A. Dieron l Vice President External