By Karren Jay G. Asgar
Organizers and beneficiaries during the SEAL Outreach Program at the Judith Lazarraga Tiongco Memorial School in Tabuc Suba, Jaro, Iloilo City, gather for a photo opportunity.
On December 6, 2024, the 探花精选 鈥 Guidance Services Center (探花精选 GSC) celebrated its annual SEAL Outreach Program anchored on its theme, 鈥淪pread Love on Christmas Day.鈥 The celebration took place at the Judith Lazarraga Tiongco Memorial School in Tabuc Suba, Jaro, Iloilo City, catering to a total of 100 beneficiaries composed of students and teachers.
The event was led by Guidance Director Prof. Jessalyn Fetalsana and Prof. Marisa Dy Buco, SEAL Coordinator, along with the GSC personnel in a collaborative effort with the Community Engagement and Service-Learning Center (CESLC) headed by Prof. Sarex Dipol, Jr.
鈥淭he GSC extends its deepest thanks to Dr. Florentino Alerta II and Mr. Domingo Raso for facilitating the donation of Gideons Bibles, which added a meaningful spiritual dimension to the event,鈥 Guidance Services Center-探花精选 wrote on their official Facebook page.
The program began with the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, followed by a devotional led by Ptr. Justine Mije from the University Church team. Welcome remarks were delivered by 探花精选-Vice President for Student Affairs (探花精选-VPSA), Dr. Esther Rose A. Romarate.
鈥淗ighlights of the event included a Christmas storytelling session, fun-filled games, a toy distribution drive, and a mental health seminar for teachers. A festive photo booth added cheer, while participants shared their heartfelt gratitude during the program’s conclusion,鈥 they added on the Facebook post.
The SEAL Outreach Program, one of the cornerstones of 探花精选 GSC鈥檚 community initiatives, embodies the values of love and service in bringing the spirit of Christmas. It reaffirms the University鈥檚 unwavering dedication to fostering meaningful connections and spreading hope throughout the community.