13/12/2025
Literacy Week 2025 Officially Opens at Marcelo Green High School
The Marcelo Green High School community officially opened its Literacy Week 2025 Kick-Off Program on December 9, 2025 at 1:30 p.m., held at the school’s activity area. Organized by the English Department, the event brought together teachers and selected students from Grades 7 to 10 to celebrate literacy, creativity, and cultural appreciation.
The program opened with a prayer, followed by the singing of a nationalistic song that set an energizing tone for the afternoon. Mr. Edwin C. Horca, Master Teacher II, delivered the opening remarks, highlighting how literacy helps strengthen learners’ communication skills and creativity. Afterwards, Ms. Marina C. Lizardo, Master Teacher I, presented the schedule and mechanics of the week-long activities.
School Principal Ma’am Aurea C. Salazar graced the event, expressing her support for the English Department’s initiatives and commending both teachers and students for their dedication to promoting literacy across the school community.
This year’s Literacy Week features a wide range of performances and competitions that allow students from different grade levels to showcase their talents. Right after the kick-off, the Grade 10 students delivered their Pecha Kucha presentations from 1:00–1:30 p.m. On Wednesday, December 10, Grade 9 students will take center stage with their Speech Choir competition from 9:00–11:00 a.m.
The celebration continues on Thursday, December 11, with the Grade 8 Cultural Dance from 9:00–11:00 a.m., followed by the Chamber Theatre presentation in the afternoon from 1:00–1:30 p.m. On Friday, December 12, the Character Portrayal for all grade levels will take place, with Grades 8 and 9 performing from 10:00–11:00 a.m., and Grades 7 and 10 from 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Serving as the Master of Ceremony was Ms. Jenny A. Dural, who kept the program running smoothly throughout the event. English teachers Noel Cañas, Remelyn Ledesma, Krishia Camille Febra, Marina Lizardo, and Jenny Dural attended and helped ensure the success of the kick-off through their collective efforts.
The overall program was supervised by Ms. Karen Obado, Head Teacher I, who acknowledged the enthusiasm of both teachers and learners in celebrating literacy through meaningful and engaging activities.
The Literacy Week 2025 Kick-Off Program marked a vibrant start to a week dedicated to learning, artistic expression, and a deeper appreciation of the English language and culture at Marcelo Green High School.
