The Rotary Club of Bacolod in partnership with the Bacolod City Public Library held its annual “Children’s Story Telling” and “Environmental Awareness Orientation for Parents” on September 10.
Young children from Barangay 14 Day Care Center had positive experiences from the storytelling activity – including listening comprehension and engagement that develops creative thinking, communication and teaches values.
Parents likewise underwent an environment awareness orientation where they were informed of city ordinances on waste disposal/management and the importance of healthy surroundings in the community.
The project was led by Club President Marjorie Dino, Past President Pauline Cuaycong, Past President & Club Secretary Frederick Anthony de Leon, Rotarian Sam Solon and guest, Erico Fidel. Amalia Araza of Bacolod City Public Library led the story telling while Marjorie Rodriguez was the master of ceremonies.
Also present during the activity were City Librarian Victoria Bingco, BCPL personnel, parents, and volunteers.
The distribution of school supplies and snacks culminated the activity.
The “Children’s Storytelling and Environmental Awareness Orientation for Parents” project is a continuing service project of the Rotary Club of Bacolod in line with Rotary International’s Area of Focus in Basic Education and Literacy and Protecting the Environment.*
