06/06/2026
BAYANIHAN IN FULL FORCE: PNP-SAF,
Army Reserves, RMFB, stakeholders and community volunteers unites for Alupapan IS Brigada Eskwela 2026
Brigada Eskwela is an opportunity to demonstrate partnerships, collaborations, supports, and efforts - which we call bayanihan para sa paaralan. With the theme "Bayanihan para sa matatag na paaralan," Alupapan Integrated School (AIS) held a Brigada Eskwela on June 1-6 where stakeholders, community volunteers and partners come together to prepare and secure the school to be a conducive learning environment for the school year 2026 - 2027.
AIS held a Brigada Eskwela Kick-Off on June 1 through Motorcade followed by short program. The program started with an opening prayer led by Klarissa Belingon, Senior High School teacher, followed by the singing of National Anthem conducted by Lygierina Mandolado, Kindergarten teacher. Afterwards, Ronillo Viloria, school principal, officially opened the Brigada Eskwela Kick-off program through a warmth welcome remarks. Gerlita Idia, Brigada Eskwela coordinator - Elementary Department, stated the purpose and importance of Brigada Eskwela for a conducive learning environment. Furthermore, Vivian Ballatong, grade 6 teacher, shared an inspirational talk. Daisy Hangdaan, Brigada Eskwela coordinator - High School department, presented the stakeholders, community volunteers, partners, and other educational networks.
Mrs. Idia prepared a surprise prizes for the parents and volunteers who register early. To conclude the said program, Mr. Viloria expressed his sincere gratitude to all stakeholders and community volunteers for coming together to prepare and secure the school for this school year. The program ended with a photo-ops.
On the second day of Brigada Eskwela, stakeholders, community volunteers such as religious sectors, 4Ps, and Rural Improvement Club (RIC) came all together as support network in securing and preparing classrooms and school premises. On the other hand, ARAL volunteer teacher, Jona Carbonel, rendered her service and gathered pupils for an ARAL - Reading. Additionally, parents and community members donated pre-loved items to be given to learners and parents.
AIS intensified its school preparation efforts as the elite Special Action Force (SAF) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and military units joined forces with parents for the third day of Brigada Eskwela on June 3, 2026.
Personnel from the 115th Special Action Company (115SAC) and 11th Special Action Battalion (11SAB) PNP-SAF, alongside the 1404th Community Defense Center (1404 CDC), 14th Regional Community Defense Group (14RCDG), Ready Reserve Component, Philippine Army (RCPA), and the IFSU ROTC Unit, provided critical manpower for heavy construction and maintenance tasks.
The uniformed personnel and student cadets had undertaken major physical upgrades, including the construction of a new school catwalk and pavement, connecting the gymnasium and grade 10 classroom. The teams also spearheaded the heavy excavation of a septic tank, repainted classrooms, and mowed the school grounds to ensure a clean, unobstructed environment for the upcoming school year.
Meanwhile, teachers and staffs, and other stakeholders drove the beautification and sanitization efforts. Working across the school premises, they weeded flower boxes, cleared overgrown landscaping, and cleaned classroom electric fans. Stakeholders also worked together with the volunteers to repaint school chairs and classroom walls, renewing the ambiance of the learning environment. The united effort highlights the spirit of bayanihan, bringing together state security forces, future military leaders, and dedicated families to guarantee a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for the students of Alupapan Integrated School.
On the fifth day of Brigada Eskwela, BLGU Pugol responded to the request of AIS for the preparation efforts this school year. The BLGU Pugol, led by Hon. Omar Bogbog, constructed the shade of the pavement connecting the gymnasium to the grade 10 classroom, and cleanup around the school premises.
Regional Mobile Force Battalion (RMFB) extended a helping hand in preparing the classrooms of AIS by repainting and repairing the classroom interiors and surrounding on June 6, 2026.
Your time and effort is much appreciated ❤️
Words: Joey Boy Gacayan
Photo: Zenia Rose An Lumauig
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