15/10/2026
๐๐พ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ | ๐ด๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ฒ๐๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐ ๐ต๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐พ๐๐๐ 2026
MABILA, SARANGANI โ Mabila Central Elementary School (MCES) officially kicked off the observance of National School Safety Week 2026 on October 12, 2026, during its flag ceremony, bringing together school stakeholders and representatives from various government agencies to strengthen awareness and promote a safe, secure, and child-friendly learning environment.
The week-long observance, scheduled from October 12 to 16, 2026, is conducted in accordance with DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026, and in coordination with the Municipality of Sarangani under the leadership of Honorable Mayor Adelan B. De Arce. This collaborative initiative highlights the shared commitment of the local government, the education sector, and community partners to safeguard learners and ensure their well-being inside and outside the school premises.
The activity was attended by SFO2 Oliver J. Flordeliza, BFPโSarangani Municipal Fire Marshal; PCApT. Harvey Sultan, Chief of Police of Sarangani Municipal Police Station with PLT Panibon and PSMS Samson L. Obeso; PEMS John Marvin Manaog, Pat Hername, Pat Joshua Arang from Maritime; Dr. Sue Zeit Espectato; FO1 Elvin Tagalog of the Bureau of Fire Protection; Roldan Lagsican, representing the Municipal Social Welfare and Development (MSWD) Office; and Art Vincent O. Daligdig, MCES PTA President. Also taking part in the activity was Editha O. Luarez, MCES School Head, together with teachers, parents, learners, and other school and community stakeholders.
During the kickoff program, the representatives of the different agencies and stakeholders, along with SMCES chool Head Editha O. Luarez, shared valuable insights and reminders with learners, parents, and teachers about the importance of school safety. Their inputs emphasized the need for preparedness, vigilance, discipline, and cooperation in preventing accidents, responding to emergencies, and addressing potential threats to the school
community.
The participating agencies also underscored the importance of working together to promote disaster preparedness, fire safety, peace and order, child protection, and the overall welfare of learners. Through their shared expertise and guidance, the activity helped strengthen the awareness of the school community regarding its vital role in maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
The kickoff ceremony served as a meaningful reminder that ensuring school safety is a shared responsibility. It requires the active participation of school personnel, parents, learners, government agencies, and the local government to create a protective environment where children can learn without fear and pursue their education with confidence.
As Mabila Central Elementary School joins the nationwide observance of National School Safety Week 2026, it reaffirms its commitment to building a school community grounded in preparedness, cooperation, and care for every learner, with the continued support of the Municipality of Sarangani and its partner agencies.
Together, let us make every school a safe place to learn, grow, and succeed!
Text: Rey R. Amatosa
Photos: Vina Fiel L. Maรฑalas