On Sunday, December 4, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., stop by Central Park in the Greenfield District of Mandaluyong.
Take part in the fun! We have a ton of games for kids and kids at heart, as well as a cooking challenge, cooking demonstrations from our sponsors, learning sessions for anyone interested in starting their own home cooking or catering business, as well as raffles, prizes, and other surprises!
Please PM our page to sign up for the cooking challenges and learning sessions.
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Motivated to accomplish more and venture beyond funding for schooling
Four years after beginning its mission to close the education gap in the nation, Bukas achieves a historic first by paying more than P500 million in tuition for Filipino students in the pursuit of a better future.
Funding The Future
The idea of ErudiFi’s parent firm Bukas, a tech-enabled school finance platform, was to give Filipino youth a better tomorrow by starting with accessible student loans. The student-first brand has assisted more than 15,000 students across 90 partner schools throughout its time of operation, demonstrating its constant year-over-year growth.
Having onboarded more partners this year including expansions in Bacolod and Zamboanga, Bukas broadens its reach to help more Filipino students. Partners in Metro Manila include De La Salle University, Centro Escolar University, Technological Institute of the Philippines, Adamson University, Mapua University, National Teachers College, Our Lady of Fatima University, Far Eastern University and FEU Tech among others. In line with the vision of delivering inclusive and accessible education, Bukas is also partnered with schools outside the metro including Saint Louis University, Cebu Institute of Technology-University, PHINMA Education, and University of the Visayas, and is looking forward to growing this list soon.
The company’s growth also attests to the real demand for accessible education financing in the country. “Despite the pandemic the past 2 years, we’ve managed to continuously grow our portfolio. We’re confident that we can scale the business to help even more students continue their studies for a better tomorrow,” says Jon Robert Emlano, President of Bukas.
Angel Aquino, a nursing graduate of Universidad de Dagupan, expresses her thanks for Bukas’ help, “My school recommended Bukas to me. Thank you very much, Bukas, for the opportunity na binigay niyo sa isang tulad kong estudyanteng ina para po makapagtapos o mairaos ko ang aking pag-aaral. Dahil po sa inyo ay naipagpatuloy ko po nang maayos yung pag-aaral ko.”
Kasama Ka Bukas
A student’s journey can be quite a rollercoaster ride– gruelling projects, suspenseful grade reveals, nerve wracking presentations, and on top of it all is the pressure to do well. Surviving the student life requires a strong support system, and Bukas is determined to be part of that for many young Filipinos.
Going beyond providing tuition loans, Bukas launched its “Kasama Ka Bukas” campaign (bukas.ph/kasama-ka-bukas) where students may expect help for their studies in more ways than one.
● Content. The Bukas Blog(bukas.ph/blog) offers a wide array of content from course, career, and financial literacy that can help students navigate through their journey.
● Advice. Tomaximize each student’s learning, Bukas works together with partner schools to mount online and offline events that will help students discover more about their passions, seek advice to guide them on their path, and discover new opportunities to help enrich their lives.
● Community. Joined by the same vision of achieving a brighter tomorrow through education, Bukas reinforces the importance of one’s support system. Uplifted by inspiring stories and shared experiences, students, through an exclusive community, can come together to create valuable connections.
With Bukas showing no signs of slowing down, the team is committed to improving the quality of education in the nation through education financing and other means while also making a bigger difference in the lives of its students and partner schools.
“Our goal next year is to be aggressive in covering more schools outside Metro Manila, providing better access to affordable financing across the country. We are also working on expanding our products and services to cater to more students and improve the user experience for the school admin and the students,” shares Emlano.
The Department of Education (DepEd) has recognized schools and divisions from all around the nation for their excellent endeavor to maintain adequate sanitation through its partnership with Unilever Philippines and germ-killing specialist Domex.
Two school divisions and five schools were honored with Eskwelang Unstoppable Awards during a ceremony held on November 15 at the DepEd Central Office in Pasig City.
Based on the data obtained from the DepEd’s Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in Schools (WinS) monitoring report for school year 2021-2022. the City of Navotas won as Best School Division, garnering the highest score on select sanitation indicators in DepEd’s WinS monitoring. Bislig City of CARAGA Region won as Most Improved School Division, showing the highest change in the total score for the same sanitation indicators across 2 school years. Bangkulasi Elementary School, Dagat-Dagatan Elementary School, Navotas Elementary School, Filemon T. Lizan Senior High School and Bangkulasi Senior High School were awarded from the winning Best School Division as Best SDO-Model Schools as they showed exemplary practice in keeping their schools clean and germ-free.
“This is an important partnership for Unilever and we’re very much honored because this initiative has helped our schools become a safer and better avenue for the youth to develop a clean school environment,” says Unilever Communications and Corporate Affairs Head Ed Sunico says in a statement. “We hope to get everyone’s help throughout the year and in more to come so that we can maintain this standard across all schools nationwide.”
DepEd Undersecretary for Legislative Affairs and Partnerships Gerard Chan highlighted the challenges faced by the public throughout the ongoing school year, and how key partners like Unilever and Domex have helped the government implement the Comprehensive WinS Program. The program aims to provide clean water, usable and clean toilets, and proper hygiene practice in schools which are essential to achieving learning outcomes and are integral to keeping learners safe and healthy.
“We at the Department of Education recognize everyone’s concern over the health and safety of our learners within and beyond the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. As learning shifted from classrooms to homes in the last 2 years, we have witnessed the entire school community, including all partners and stakeholders, come together to support our learners as they continue engaging in distance learning. And now, as we transition to 100% in-person learning, we are fortunate to have the unwavering support of our partners amidst this unprecedented time,” shares the Undersecretary.
Immanuel Gebhardt, Country Director for the Philippines for the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the German government’s development agency that oversees international development cooperation for sustainable development, attended the event as well. He expressed the organization’s commitment to assist in providing local schools with supportive tools for proper sanitation with a focus on the operation and maintenance of sanitation facilities.
Unilever and Domex Brand Manager Regina Ocampo closed the event and expressed gratitude for the partnership between Unilever, Domex, DepEd, and GIZ. “We are whole-heartedly grateful that despite current challenges, we are still able to make this partnership thrive and continue to serve Filipino schools nationwide so that every student will have access to a clean school, especially usable and clean toilets, to help them become the future of this country,” says Ocampo.
The Eskwelang Unstoppable Awards was done ahead of World Toilet Day on November 19, which aims to raise awareness for the 3.6 billion people around the globe who do not have access to safely managed sanitation.
The Henry Sy Foundation, Inc. (HSFI) recently signed a collaboration agreement with the University of Sto. Tomas in order to further its mission of promoting youth and a culture of excellence through education in the Philippines. A building to advance health education in the nation will be built by the Tomas (UST) Research and Endowment Foundation.
The Henry Sy, Sr. Hotel is named in memory of the late founder of SM. On the main campus in Manila, the Hall of UST will be built to meet the demands of digital medical education.
The Hall will feature technologically advanced facilities and equipment that complement UST’s teaching, learning, and research practices. Focused on interdisciplinary collaboration in medical studies, it will also house the simulation and research facility of the UST Faculty of Medicine and Surgery (UST-FMS).
Paragons with passion
Fr. Richard Gaw Ang, OP, Rector of UST, thanked the Sy family as they work together to provide the best education to future physicians and increase UST’s research productivity to fill the gaps where communities are disadvantaged.
“Your family consists of industry leaders who have visions for the Filipino community. Your choice to support this endeavor of the UST Faculty of Medicine and Surgery is a significant stamp of approval to the work and tradition of this medical institution,” Fr. Ang said in a letter to the Sy family.
“Your family’s Patriarch, Henry Sy, Sr., had principles in life that we, as an institution, give our best to also follow. We aim to lead as paragons with passion, integrity, far-reaching and optimistic vision, sensible priorities, and discipline. At the core of this is a deep sense of charity for God, the church, and the nation,” Fr. Ang added
The facility, which is emerging as a center of knowledge for aspiring doctors, contains a floor specifically designated for the Graduate Programs and Ethics Review Board in Medicine and Surgery as well as the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery Research Center. Here, research on medical education will be examined, as well as research on other medical specialties.
UST’s future Henry Sy, Sr. Hall
The facility, which is emerging as a center of knowledge for aspiring doctors, contains a floor specifically designated for the Graduate Programs and Ethics Review Board in Medicine and Surgery as well as the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery Research Center. Here, research on medical education will be examined, as well as research on other medical specialties.
The structure will include specialist facilities such an otorhinolaryngology laboratory, medical simulation centers, and care ultrasound institute. These will be outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment and technology to hone the skills of medical students in a variety of simulated healthcare environments spanning the lifespan.
The HSFI is a non-stock, non-profit organization inspired by SM founder Henry Sy, Sr.’s desire to aid educational institutions to drive Philippine social development. Its projects are undertaken in partnership with the SM group and its foundations to honor the SM founder by supporting educational institutions in promoting academic excellence as a key to a brighter future for the youth. Through the years, the foundation established and supported several academic infrastructures, such as the Henry Sy Sr. Primary School Building in Xavier School, Nuvali Laguna; Henry Sy Sr. Innovation Center in Miriam College, Quezon City; NU Sports Academy in Calamba, Laguna; NU Nazareth School in Manila; and a Henry Sy Sr. Hall each at Immaculate Conception Academy, San Juan City, and Assumption College.
On September 6, 2022, Rex Education conducted a memorandum signing with the Philippine National Historical Society (PNHS), the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC), and the Philippine Historical Association (PHA) to formalize a fellowship program focused on Philippine history.
The major objective of the initiative is to create a compendium on Philippine history that might be used as a resource when creating and publishing future textbooks with a historical focus. To guarantee the accuracy and legitimacy of the compendium, a rigorous selection of fellows knowledgeable about particular eras in Philippine history would be made.
In line with REX’s pledge of providing relevant and timeless learning solutions, the program would ideally improve the content of learning materials in history and social studies.
“This fellowship program brings together the academe, civil society, and private sector toward the common goal of serving Filipino learners,” Don Timothy Buhain, Chief Executive Officer of Rex Education, said in his welcome remarks. “REX believes that looking back at where we all came from is important in enabling our learners, teachers, and communities.”
For every Filipino learner
PSSC stands as the project’s implementing agency alongside REX. PHA and PNHS, two local and professional historical associations, will collaborate with REX and PSSC to oversee the compendium’s development.
“This wonderful, novel project will benefit all learners. History is not only for the young; it is for learners of all ages,” PSSC Chairperson Dr. Excelsa Tongson shared.
Dr. Bernardita Churchill, president of PNHS and president emeritus of the PSA and MSA, also highlighted the importance of corroborating history in a country as diverse as the Philippines. “The plan is to enhance the study and teaching of Filipino culture, and create an inclusive history that will present the multiethnic history of the Filipino. A serious study of our history and culture would settle doubts and questions about our identity as a nation.”
A worthwhile endeavor for the future of education
REX’s goal for the program is to provide authoritative reference materials in the writing and publishing of history textbooks.
Dr. Marcelino Macapinlac Jr., a representative from PNHS and a professor for over three decades, believes that the references that will be produced by the fellowship will further capacitate authors and those in the academe as they enlighten learners about Philippine history.
The development of well-researched historical resources invites not only educators but also the youth to reflect on our national history and culture. Dr. Ma. Luisa Camagay, president of the PHA and professor emeritus, Department of History, UP Diliman, and Dr. Macapinlac noted that the current generation of learners has become more discerning of the sources they consume.
“I find that those who finish the K to 12 program are better prepared and more engaged [in the study of history],” said Dr. Macapinlac. He noted that the last national elections highlighted how his students are now more passionate and engaged, but the bigger challenge lies in maintaining that passion in the long run.
“I hope Filipinos will not consider history just as a classroom or University course, but it should be a lifetime interest—whether Philippine, Southeast Asian, or world history,” Dr. Camagay concluded.
Be sure to like Rex Education’s Facebook page to stay up to date on program information.
On November 26, 2022, Saturday, the Rotary Club of Greenfield District will host the Rotary Family Day at the Central Park of Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City, under the theme “A Family Day to Remember! ”
The Rotary Family Day will feature fun activities for all members of the Rotary family, a Pet Fashion Show that will surely bring smiles to everyone’s faces. There will be an E-sports tournament and an auto show in partnership with Mazdatech Philippines.
Surrounding these events are yummy food booths and sellers for unique finds. More importantly, throughout the day, Rotary will showcase the different areas where Rotary makes a difference. There will be a Bloodletting activity as well as Recycling stations. Drop by at the Central Park and experience Rotary!
The United Iloilo Convention (UNICON 2022), which will take place in Western Visayas from October 29 to 30, 2022 at the SM City Iloilo Cyberzone, will bring together fans of video games, toys, and cosplay. Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the nation’s top consumer finance company, collaborated with ILO Esports, the only government-backed esports organization in the Philippines, to put the convention together.
A toy convention, cosplay exhibition, and e-games competition were among the many events at UNICON 2022. Home Credit also set up an immersive and experiential event where Ilonggos could test out cutting-edge technology, play electronic games with a live stream of the action displayed on a huge LED screen, and use an augmented reality Instagram filters.
Anchored on its #PlayLikeAPro campaign, Home Credit was able to showcase the best gaming smartphones, computers, and laptops, which can be purchased through its partner merchants in Iloilo City, such as Gadget Headz and Concept Computer Store.
“We at Home Credit wanted to bring home the power to Ilonggos for UNICON 2022 as part of our thrust to grow and nurture our communities across the Philippines. Esports has become a big community, and a big chunk of our customers get their smartphones and laptops through Home Credit, not only for online schooling or work but likewise for gaming,” shared Home Credit Philippines’ PR Manager, Russel Patina.
The UNICON 2022 was a weekend-long event that brought together the esports fever, with activities such as art and magic exhibits and video game duels like Tekken. A Yu-Gi-Oh! event, a cosplay parade, and a tournament took place during the second day of the event.
“I would like to thank Home Credit for helping us organize this year’s UNICON. We wish and we aim that through this event, we’re able to unite the Ilonggos through games, cosplay, and collections,” shared ILO Esports’ Found and CEO, Jamar Montehermoso.
With its growing popularity, esports has become one of the most talked-about topics in the country. What was once a niche hobby has now evolved into a major sporting event, with pro teams being organized and sent out to represent the country in international competitions.
Angel Danica Lozada, aka Angelailaila, a League of Legends: Wild Rift player and former SEA Games representative, expressed her appreciation to Home Credit for holding the event and paving the way for gaming athletes and enthusiasts, as well as for promoting esports to the Ilonggo community.
“Through Home Credit and ILO Esports, I hope that more and more Filipino youth and Ilonggos will be encouraged to play and build an empowering esports community with us here in the Philippines. Like Home Credit, let’s bring the power and play like a pro,” shared Lozada.
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As a holiday treat for Filipino customers, Home Credit launches The Great 0% Interest Festival with over 50,000 products offered at 0% interest rates at almost 10,000 partner storesnationwide.
Grab the latest gaming computers, laptops, and mobile phones at 0% installments and bring home the power with Home Credit Philippines #HCGreatZeroFestival this holiday season!
Why are you holding out? Visit the nearby retail stores and partner brands through the My Home Credit app to start shopping right away. Shoppers may currently take advantage of The Great 0% Interest Festival and get the best deals through January 31!
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). have properly licensed and overseen the financing firm Home Credit Philippines (BSP). Visit the Home Credit Philippines website at www.homecredit.ph to find out more about the most recent news. You may also follow the company’s official profiles on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Customers are advised to download the My Home Credit app from Google Play in order to learn more about the most recent promotions and discover what has recently appeared in the market.
There is now a second location of Cleen and Green Cleaning Services in Quezon City, which is renowned for its expert cleaning services using natural and eco-friendly cleaning products. Cleen and Green launched a new location in New Manila, in the center of Quezon City, in July of last year. Veronica “Doll” de los Santos, a registered nurse, and her husband Martie de los Santos, a corporate senior manager, were Cleen and Green’s US partners who made this branch possible. Doll and Martie joined Cleen and Green’s expanding group of partners after being inspired by their causes and sustainable business style. There are currently 6 branches throughout Luzon, and further branches will open in the upcoming year.
This initially little company, which is now in its second year, was created as a result of creativity when its founders, Mabel Amante-Villena and Papillon Villena, began experiencing allergic responses at their Batangas home. After that, Cleen and Green continued to expand, opening new locations in Laguna and Cavite and winning over customers with their consistently high level of service. Ofws and their families in the Philippines are a priority for Cleen and Green when it comes to commercial opportunities. Instead of solely relying on remittances, their firm seeks to provide OFW families with more sustainable means of subsistence.
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Clean and Green utilizes plant-based, non-toxic, non-allergic, non-chemical cleaning formulations which are safe for babies, pets, the elderly, and expectant mothers. With their well-trained staff using modern cleaning technology, tools, and equipment, you can be sure that your space will be clean from floor to ceiling.
Only Cleen and Green offers cleaning services that have no time limit- this means the cleaners don’t leave unless they are really done cleaning!
Cleen and Green truly delivers the actual meaning of wellness into your house with their commitment to high-quality service, secure cleaning procedures, and support for health and the family.
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Greenfield Development Corp. (GDC) will host a “Car Boot Sale” with celebrities and influencers from November 18 to November 20 in the Mayflower Parking Area of Greenfield District in honor of the approaching Christmas season.
Atty. According to GDC Executive Vice President Duane A.X. Santos, the occasion marks the first anniversary of the Food Truck Fest. It is Metro Manila’s largest collection of food trucks that are consistently located in one location.
“We added the Car Boot Sale to complement the Food Truck Fest, which offers a unique and safe al fresco dining experience to the public with 18 food trucks set up at the heart of Mandaluyong’s Greenfield District,” he said, adding strict health protocols are in place to ensure the safety of the public.
This year, Santos said GDC invited celebrities and influencers, including Maxine Medina, Kim Baranda, Jome Silayan, Louise delos Reyes, Chris Tan, Karel Marquez and Kevin Ty, to sell pre-loved items, plants, food, and other products.
“We wanted to have a shopping component that would go well with the Food Truck Fest, especially during the ‘Ber months’ so we came up with the concept where vehicles will serve as merchants’ stores,” he explained.
Santos also encouraged entrepreneurs, including startups, to sell their products and test the market.
He said the event also aims to raise awareness among the public on supporting local sellers and protecting the environment by using reusable bags.
“Soon, we intend to come up with more interesting and fun activities and offer a possible venue for outdoor corporate events like product launches, especially since it already has a captured market,” Santos added.
The Car Boot Sale: Celebrity Edition will operate from 4 pm until 12 midnight, while the Food Truck Fest runs daily from Monday to Thursday, 12 noon until 10 pm, and Friday to Sunday, from 12 noon until 12 midnight.
Greenfield District is a cutting-edge development that redefines the future of Mandaluyong. Its green spaces and pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods are just some features worth mentioning about this innovative cityscape.
A growing location in Metro Manila for outdoor activities that support holistic wellness is the 15-hectare urban development of GDC. Twin Oaks Place and Zitan, two futuristic condominiums that are located there, demonstrate GDC’s dedication to offering top-notch living quarters while encouraging wellness among its residents.
Condominium dwellers in Greenfield District may now have a great time with their friends and family thanks to the food park at GDC. The Food Truck Fest is conveniently located close by, and this region is reachable from the main business centers in Metro Manila.
Visit www.greenfield.com.ph, www.facebook.com/greenfielddistrict, and www.instagram.com/greenfielddistrictretail for additional information.
Gracing the ribbon cutting were (from left to right) UAP National Vice President Architect Jayson Ang, UAP National President Architect Richard Garcia, CEO and Founder of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies Inc. and Construction Chemical Specialist Mr. Derrick Tan, UNTV News Anchor and Face of Buildrite- Mr. William Thio, UAP National Treasurer Architect Richie Cucuero, and Pastor Loi Gatchalian.
Buildrite Construction Chemicals officially debuted Readycrete, ready-mix concrete in a bag, and SmartBond Flex, the nation’s first flexible tile adhesive, during the just finished PhilConstruct 2022. For Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc., notably for its brands Buildrite and Sinclair Paints, the launch was a historic occasion since it started a company history of introducing fresh, cutting-edge products at each yearly PhilConstruct event.
Readycrete is the first and only ready-mix concrete in a bag in the Philippines, conveniently giving construction projects a consistent concrete mix they can trust. For tile installation, Buildrite introduced Smartbond Flex, the first ever flexible tile adhesive in the Philippines. SmartBond Flex tile adhesive acts as a shear stress dampener, which prevents the tile adhesive from cracking or losing adhesion,
Readycrete Concrete Mix in a Bag addresses the problem of access to high-strength ready-mix concrete. Builders with small to medium projects are forced to mix their own concrete on-site, which is the primary cause of concrete problems and poor concrete strength. With Readymix, it’s now possible to order ready-mix concrete in a bag regardless of the quantity needed or the location of the jobsite, providing a convenient solution for many construction projects.
SmartBond Flex is the first flexible tile adhesive in the Philippines. Tiles can pop out because of the movements of tiles and substrate during changes in temperature and structural movements. SmartBond Flex tile adhesive acts as a movement absorber or dampener, which then prevents the tile adhesive from cracking or losing adhesion.
Buildrite constantly seeks advancements in construction chemical technology. With the addition of Readycrete and SmartBond Flex to its products, the company will continue to develop more innovative solutions and educate people about cost-efficient, reliable, and sustainable construction chemical products and methodologies.
Visit www.magnaprime.com.ph to learn more about Buildrite Construction Chemicals and like their Facebook page @BuildritePhils for updates.
You can subscribe to their YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/BUILDRITECONSTRUCTIONCHEMICALS to learn more about construction chemicals.