Libacao Central Elementary School

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

MUNICIPALITY/CITY: Libacao

PROVINCE: Aklan

LOCATION/ADDRESS: Poblacion, Libacao, Aklan

Logo Credit: Cheza O. Rufin

Photo Credit: Nelife A. Inosanto

Laurel Leaves	The laurel wreath symbolizes success, victory, and achievement of every learner. It also represents commitment of personnel to relevant and quality education.
Open Book	The open book stands for learning, knowledge, and wisdom that is freely shared with everyone.
A Lighted Torch	The lighted torch stands for the purpose of education to serve as the guiding light which enables everyone to see the path towards a bright future and eradicating the darkness of ignorance. It also symbolizes honor, success, and victory.
Inner Circle	The inner circle stands as hub of the institution. It stands for unity and a binding force of the school administrator, teachers, stakeholders, and community.
Outer Rim	The outer rim contains educational institution with its location.

Type of Cultural Institution:

Formal Education. K-12 Basic Education Curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 6 with Alternative Learning System (ALS).

Narrative Description

The school was founded during the Pre-War Era through the initiative of local leaders and with the help of American Educators. Since then, the institution became the center of elementary education in the municipality catering enrollees coming from the nearby municipalities and barangays. In 1920, when a Gabaldon school building was the first school building that is made of wood and galvanized iron ladder as structure design. It symbolizes the first foundation of the Philippine public school system where every Filipino was given the opportunity to have access to proper education. Some of the former Teachers of Libacao Elementary School were Mrs. Leonila P. Armiza, Mrs. Perpetua Zaspa, Mrs. Godelia Solsona, Mrs. Florenda I. Zonio, Mrs. Estelita Placer, Ms. Rizalina Z. Dala , Mrs. Alicia Z. Isagan and many more.

Libacao Central Elementary School (LCES) was formerly named as Libacao Elementary School and was established in the year 1930. Dr. Ma. Daphne Y.O. Villorente was the School Principal II and at the same time the Principal-In-Charge of the District when Libacao Elementary School was changed to Libacao Central Elementary School, in the Year 1989. It is located at Roxas St., Poblacion, Libacao, Aklan. It has a land area of 16,325 square meters from the Municipality of Libacao where the 19 buildings are located. Of these 19 buildings, there are 27 classrooms, 1 Principal’s Office, 1 Home Economics Building, 1 District Office, 1 Nutrition Center, 1 Bagong Lipunan Building (Grade 6 Star, A, B, C) 1 Library with E-Classroom, 1 Bagong Lipunan Building (Kindergarten to Grade 3-A & B) Grade 3-Star, 1 Industrial Arts Room, Cywest Building Conference Room, Grade 4-C, Grade 5-B, 5-A, 5-C, 5-D, 5-Star, Grade 4-Star, VEG Room, Grade 4-A ,Libacao Community Learning Center (LCLC), District Office and Currently, the school has Covered Court which was donated by MAGDALO Party list through Sen. Antonio F. Trillanes IV, Cong. Gary C. Alejano, Kag. Anthony I. Lachica Gen. PTA President, Mrs. Nelife A, Inosanto, School Brigada Eskwela Coordinator, Mrs. Girly O. Rufin, Mr. Melchor Z. Ortega, and Mrs. Jade R. Ruiz, School Principal III. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) constructed toilet for Person with Disabilities (PWD) and Elderlies/Senior Citizens INCL Gender Responsive.

The following are the District Supervisors and School Principals who have served the institution:

District Supervisors

Mr. Jose B. Cortes , Mr. Jose C. Castro, Mr. Rogelio Talapian , Mr. Henry M. Ruiz, Mr. Fulgencio F. Tumbukon, Mrs. Bernarda B. Sabino, Mrs. Waldetrudes L. Garcia, Mr. Arnulfo M. Luces, Dr. Ma. Daphne Y. O. Villorente 03/19/1990- 2006, Mrs. Dellie N. Orbista – 2006-2009 Mr. John Razie Z. Isagan- 07/03/2006- 05/18/2022

School Principals

Mr. Plaridel Ycay- 1949-1950
Mr. Henry M. Ruiz- 19-53-1963
Mr. Emeterio Prado – 1963-1967
Mr. Sofronio Z. Soriano – 1967-1981
Mr. Ulysses E. Ruiz- 1982-1983
Dr. Ma. Daphne Y.O. Villorente – 07/01/1989-03/19/1990
Mr. Pablito T. Idala- 7/16/1991
Mrs. Dellie N. Orbista -1995-2007
Mr. Amando A. Zolina -2007-2009
Mr. Jude Ulysses V. Ruiz -01/07/2009-06/24/2013
Mrs. Jade R. Ruiz- -06/25/2013 to present

At present, there are thirty (32) regular permanent teachers, four (4) Non-Teaching Personnel and (2) Utility Aides composing the Teaching and the Non-Teaching Staff under the leadership of Mrs. Jade R. Ruiz, School Principal III.

Description of Significant Milestones

It was in the year 1962 when Libacao Elementary School won 1st Place as the Cleanest and Most Beautiful School Grounds in the whole Philippines under the supervision of Mr. Henry M. Ruiz, School Principal and the utility worker was Mr. Eliodoro Z. Ortega. After winning that award, many visitors coming from different municipalities and province visited the school. After a year one (1) additional utility worker in the person of Mr. Anacleto Z. Irodistan a temporary janitor and later hired as permanent utility worker as incentive for winning.

Libacao Central Elementary School (LCES) is a center of excellence and a leading institution in the District of Libacao with competent teachers producing quality graduates which are competitive both in academic and extracurricular activities. The school was also awarded as a Three-Star School in Wash in School Program (WinS) Program of the Department of Education. Also a consistent winner in the District and Division Levels during the Search for Brigada Eskwela Best Implementing Schools Elementary Level - Large Category from School Year 2015, 2017,2018 and 2019.

The school focused in the academic performance of learners and in the training of children in Sports specifically in Badminton and Volleyball both for boys and girls. Athletes and coaches of the said event represented the Division of Aklan during the Western Visayas Regional Athletic Association Meet (WVRAA) and even in Palarong Pambansa. Aside from this, many of our teachers and pupils garnered awards in the District, Division, Provincial and even in the Regional Level Competitions especially in Mathematics, Filipino, Science, Technology and Livelihood Education, English and Araling Panlipunan. The school has also participated actively in Scouting activities, Technolympics, and Scilympics.

LCES Teaching Staff and pupils has shown mastery, versatility, and competitiveness in order to win in the different contests in different learning areas.

STORIES AND NARRATIVES

In the history, when Libacao Elementary School now Libacao Central Elementary School produced successful graduates in different professions like, Education, Medicine, Law, Priesthood, Business Management, Information and Communication Technology, Agriculture, Criminology, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Seafarers, Marine Engineering/Transportation, and all other professions. They have served and some are presently serving both in public and private offices, here and abroad. To name some of the alumni, Atty. Sol R. Legaspi, former Mayor, Late Hon. Alicia Zonio Isagan, retired Principal and Former Vice Mayor of Libacao, Batch 1941, Former Municipal Mayor, Engr. Geraldito A. Villorente, Dr. Ma. Daphne Y. O. Villorente, retired Public Schools supervisor, Dr. Arturo I. Zonio, retired Schools Superintendent, Roxas Memorial College of Arts and Trades ( RMCAT) Mr. Rodecindo I. Ortega, Retired Teacher III, Late Hon. Ulysses E. Ruiz, retired Public Schools District Supervisor and former Sangguniang Bayan Member, Dr. Chedy S. Bueno, Atty. Plaridel Morania, Former SP Member, Engr. John Zante, Batch 1964, Engr. Fritz Ruiz, Mrs. Zelynia V. Ruiz, retired Master Teacher II, Mr. Ediven I. Ramos, Batch 1965, Mrs. Dolores Zausa Zabay, Batch 1966, Dr. Darlyn Imaysay-Ramos, Mrs. Fradelyn Ruiz Ycay, Batch 1967, Florencio B. Inosanto, retired Director of purchasing New York City, Department of Environmental Protection Batch 1969. Engr. Cyril Villanueva, Mrs. Merideth N. Villorente, Batch 1973, Mrs. Gylin O. Zausa, Batch 1974, Mr. John Razie Z. Isagan, retired Public Schools District Supervisor Batch 1975, Atty. Antonio Y. Zulueta, Dr. Analene Zulueta-Cesar Batch 1977, Mrs. Leah Lynnette Teodosio-Delos Reyes, Hon. Am S. Zapatos, the incumbent Brgy. Captain of Poblacion, SPO4 Astrophel Y. Zulueta, Retired Police Officer, Batch 1977, Mr. Jude Ulysses V. Ruiz, Batch 1984, presently the District Supervisor of Numancia and Ibajay East Districts, Amorafe Esto-Zaulda, Business Woman, Batch 1984, Mr. John Jericho V. Legaspi, former Sangguniang Bayan Member, Mr. Nimrod P. Ruiz, AKELCO Area Manager, Dr. Ma. Lourdes Lizzette Z. Remola, Dr. Myra A. Polestico- Batch 1984, Dr. Louie B. Zorolla, presently the District Supervisor of Batan and Malinao, Mrs. Cherish Ortega-Morissey, CPA, Mrs. Guada Gay Rebuelta-Inocencio, Pharmacist, Psyche Mae Villorente- Ruiz, Batch 1990, Dr. Mayne G. Zaspa, Batch 1992, Atty. Fhrea Mylie N. Yabut, Batch 1999-2000, Rea Gay O. Zausa- Registered Psychologist, Batch 2005, Reynon Gyd O. Zausa, RN, Feah Joyce Q. Remola, Psychometrician, Batch 2008, and many more.

Most of them have extended support and assistance for the benefit of the school children and the school in general.

SIGNIFICANCE

Historical

Libacao Elementary School (LES), presently Libacao Central Elementary School (LCES) is considered as one of the oldest schools in the District of Libacao.

Sociocultural

Barangay Poblacion where Libacao Central Elementary School is located is considered small compared to other barangays in the municipality but rich when it comes to customs, tradition, practices, and beliefs.

The school Head, Teaching Staff and pupils participate during the parade and programs. The celebration of the religious fiesta in honor of Patron Saint Catherine of Alexandria every November 24-25 of the year captivated the desire of many devotees to work hard to make the celebration meaningful. Novenas, procession up to the high mass and many believers admit that Saint Catherine of Alexandria had touched their lives due to their devotion and faith. Anchored to this religious fiesta events like Search for Miss Libacao, Amateur Singing Contest, Laro ng Lahi, Parlor Games, social dances make the celebration memorable. Baesa Parada is one the highlights of the celebration because it showcases the mode of transportation of most Libacaonons and the exhibit of native products of Libacao which made the municipality popular. It continuously supports culture, agriculture, tradition, religion and education for the betterment of the future generations.

Social

Libacao Central Elementary School Stage and LCES Multi-Purpose Covered Gym are currently used for social gatherings and activities not only by the school but by the entire municipality. They cater school and district activities like technolympics, Quiz bee, assemblies, meetings and trainings both for public and private offices. They also served as a venue for the 2019 Unit II Athletic Sports Meet where Libacao is the host district.

ASSESSMENT OF THE INSTITUTION

Condition/Status of the Institution

School buildings are in good condition and conducive to learning. School Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses(MOOE) is one of the sources of funds to sustain school operations. Donations from PTA and other stakeholders are of great help to improve school environment.

Constraints/Threats/Issues/Challenges

Marcos Building and Bagong Lipunan building and other need major repair and rehabilitation. Allocation funds from Department of Education is essential. The school administrator and stakeholders were challenged to sustain the improvement of the school because it is located within the town proper where visitors are always coming to visit the school to conduct monitoring, evaluation, and technical assistance.

Measures and Description of Safeguarding Measures Taken

Consistent communication to the concerned agency was the top priority of the school administrator. In fact, we have an ongoing repair of 3 classrooms (Kindergarten, Grade 1 Star and Grade 1 A). PTA and the LCES teaching staff are looking for donors in order to rehabilitate the school stage. Through the collaborative efforts of the school administrator, teachers, parents, and stakeholders, the school always excel in many competitions and activities represented by learners, teachers and the school itself as entries of the district. The school likewise delivers quality basic education following the K to 12 Curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 6.

REFERENCES

Supporting Documentation

Print, Write-ups
Audio/Video Recording
Photographs and Sketches
Others: Interview

Reference/s and Other Resources:

Interview with Mrs. Nińa Z. Berco, Retired MT-II, Mrs. Lorafe A. Ortega, Retired MT-II, District VEG Coordinator, Mrs. Alvi V. Zausa, M T-II, Mrs. Marie Joy Q. Remola, MT-II, Mrs. Ivy V. Zaspa, MT-I, Mrs. Lida S. Zausa, T-III Mrs. Nenita N. Zulueta, Teacher III, Mrs. Loryn V. Sioco, T-III, Mr. Anacleto Z. Irodistan, Retired Utility Worker, Mr. Ramon V. Ortega, retired Utility Worker.

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KEY INFORMANT/S:	Dr. MA. DAPHNE Y.O. VILLORENTE Retired Public Schools District Supervisor, District of Libacao JUDE ULYSSES V. RUIZ Public Schools District Supervisor, District of Numancia JADE R. RUIZ School Principal III Libacao Central Elementary School GYLIN O. ZAUSA Master Teacher II Libacao Central Elementary School
REFERENCE/S AND OTHER RESOURCES:	Interview, SIP, EBEIS, School Report Card, Tax Declaration, School Site Development Plan , Form 18E, Form 137
NAME OF PROFILER/ MAPPER	NELIFE A. INOSANTO Master Teacher 1 Libacao Central Elementary School
LANGUAGE EDITOR	JADE R. RUIZ School Principal III, Libacao Central Elementary School MA. LOURDES LIZZETTE Z. REMOLA, PhD. Master Teacher II Libacao Central Elementary School
LAYOUT ARTIST	BITU-IN Z. SUGANOB Teacher III Libacao National Forestry Vocational High School
CONTENT EVALUATORS	KRISTINE V. SUMUGAT Aklan Historical & Cultural Society, Inc. JOSEPHINE P. VICENTE Teacher III Regional Science High School DENNIS E. BONTOGON Master Teacher III Kalibo Pilot Elementary School
WIKI EDITOR	RENNETH Z. VILLORENTE Teacher III Pinonoy Primary School
APPROVED	RUBY AGNES B. ESTRADA, PhD Education Program Supervisor
DATE PROFILED	May 6, 2023