Alabang Elementary School Health and Nutrition Programs

Nutri-Dance & Nutri-Jingle

Learners from Grades 1 to 3 and SPED department showcased their talent in dancing while those from Grades 4 to 6 expressed their creativity and showmanship through composing and performing their jingles.

AES' Nutri-Race

In this current generation where children are more inclined to use gadgets and watch television rather than playing outside or do household chores, it is important to recognize the decreasing physical activities of our youths and how this negatively impacts their health as evidenced by the increasing number of overweight and obese learners.

Regular physical activity is important in promoting wellness not only for our students but for their families as well. In this regard, AES has organized a set of engaging sensory activities for our learners to physically and mentally challenge them as they win their way to the finish line.

The Nutri-Race was participated by learners from grades 4, 5 and 6 last July 25, 2019 inside the school grounds. Each team is composed of five members who has gone through four stations that required physical agility, teamwork and knowledge.

Champion: Grade 5
1st runner-up: Grade 4
2nd runner-up: Grade 6

As part of AES' continuous effort to improve the health and safety of our learners and staff, the school, together with internal and external stakeholders, has provided one (1) First Aid Kit for every classroom. The kit includes basic wound care treatment supplies, liniments, OTC medication and cold/hot pack.

The first aid provisions shall be used during times of emergency and/or disaster as early access to treatment while waiting for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Alabang Elementary School would like to thank Teacher Nonito Roque N. Alvarez together with the Nazareno Family for providing the utility boxes and helping us improve our school's disaster preparedness.

AES' Nutri-Quiz 2019 was held last July 22 at the School Clinic and participated by Grade 2 learners. Questions during the competition focused on proper nutrition (Food groups: go, glow and grow / Pinggang Pinoy), fitness and personal hygiene.

Champion: Aira Barbara T. Quesea
1st runner-up: Frince Rhafael B. Alpas
2nd runner-up: John Rafael M. Aliven
3rd runner-up: Emanuelle Princess T. Pandan

Luto ng G**o ko, Paborito Ko!

This healthy cook off among the teaching staff was held last July 12, 2019 during the celebration of the Nutrition Month. The goal of our teachers was to prepare a healthy and appetizing meal for learners which focuses on the main ingredient, Okra.

Okra is a vegetable which is often neglected by children due to its unique texture. It is a good source of minerals, vitamins and fiber. Okra is also a source of antioxidants; its seeds contain oligomeric catechins and flavonoid derivatives, both of which have been linked to a lower risk of cancer.

The dishes served were judged by the school nurse, Mr. James Joseph Ulep, based on its Pingang Pinoy value while learner-representatives from different grade levels offered their ratings (1-10) based on how much they liked the food.

Sustaining the implementation of "Gulayan sa Paaralan Program" or GPP, led by our School Head, Ms. Marissa Andanza, that promotes vegetable production and consumption in all public schools to address malnutrition by ensuring continuous supply of vegetables for the School-based Feeding Program.

In line with the celebration of Nutrition Month and National Disaster Consciousness Month, Ms. Kristine Bonafe (Brigada Eskwela Coordinator) organized a Health, Safety and Preparedness Forum and invited different sectors of the LGU such as the Muntinlupa Traffic Management Bureau (MTMB) and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO), as well as community leaders and internal stakeholders (Ms. Marissa Andanza - School Head, Mr. Romnick Padolina - DRRM Coordinator, Mr. James Joseph Ulep - School Nurse, Class Advisers and Master Teachers) to discuss pressing health and safety issues.

The following concerns were discussed during the forum: Deworming, Measles Prevention, Traffic Congestion and Safety outside the school entrance/exit and Disaster Preparedness and Risk Reduction Management.

Poster & Slogan Making Contest for Grades 4, 5 , 6 and Non-Graded Learners

Theme: Kumain nang Wasto at Maging Aktibo... Push Natin 'to!

Learners are given the opportunity to express their knowledge and understanding of the given theme and create awareness among their peers thru visual representation.

It is important to keep in mind that nutrition is more than just the right vitamins and minerals. It is about getting enough of all the right foods plus minimizing the processed foods that we over-consume.

Mr. James Joseph Ulep, AES' school nurse, conducted a Health Fora for Teachers and talked about the typical filipino diet and how key nutrients can affect their health.

They also discussed matters pertaining to learners' health; school-aged children are more at risk of having soil-transmitted helminthiasis and contracting viral infections such as measles. In order to prevent this, we should always remind our learners the importance of proper hygiene and by participating in school health programs like the Bi-Annual Deworming and Measles Immunization Program.

Alabang Elementary School joins in promoting active lifestyle together with the consumption of a healthier diet as an integral means for our children to reach their full potential.

Learners from Kindergarten, Grades 1 up to 6 and the SPED department donned their fitness and sports attire as they paraded along Montillano street to encourage others to engage in physical wellness.

The Sports Parade and Opening Program was held last July 10, 2019 and served as AES' kickoff for its month-long celebration of this years Nutrition Month with the theme: "Kumain nang Wasto at Maging Aktibo... Push Natin 'to!"

G**ong Filipino: Turo Mo, Kinabukasan Ko.