21 years of excellence

By Niña Grace O. Bacani and Po Teresa S. Santiago, II - Giustizia’



The MDPS 21st Foundation Day Celebration kicked off last November 12, 2008 with the theme, “Indayog ng Pilipinas Tungo sa Pagkakaisa”.
It began with a motorcade around Marikina City, after which, the opening of the Intramurals was held. The Mini-Olympic flame was lighted by student-athletes Ethan Joshua Malelang, Angela Samson, Abigail Tan, and Joshua Carreon. After that, an inspirational message was given by Marikina Heights Barangay Chairman Edwin Adigue.
Next is the Cheer Dance Exhibition of the Juniors and Seniors. Championship competitions in chess, table tennis, badminton, volleyball, and basketball were also held last November 13 and 15.
Rev. Fr. Jimmy Anastacio, CRSP presided the Holy Mass for the Family Day which was held last November 15. The MDPS Service Awardees were also presented. Mrs. Lolita Fernando, Assistant Academic Administrator-Cluster B, received the Fifteen (15) Years Service Award.
Other awardees are Mrs. Imelda P. Lustado, Assistant Academic Administrator-Cluster A, and Mr. Ruben Villaflores, Maintenance Staff, Ten (10) Years Service Award and Mrs. Leonora L. Babon, Library Staff and Ms. Everlyn Co, Math Team Leader, Five (5) Years Service Award.
After that, the Preschoolers showcased their talent in dancing in the Field Demonstration. The Parents Advisory Council (PAC) also prepared the program proper, which included the raffle draw and family fun games. This was followed by the “Salu-salo sa Pananghalian” in which different year levels and their guests had lunch at the grass area.
The Cultural Show was held that night. Students, teachers and some alumni performed local indigenous and folk dances in the said event.