COSINA Integrated School in Talakag recently received assistance from the Royal Knights Eagles Club. This club is known for its work with many schools in Claveria, Misamis Oriental, and other East and West School Areas.

The picture shows Cosina Integrated School Head Jhonmark Oligario and DepEd X, Assistant Regional Director Dr. Federico Martin, as they engage in gardening activities, a part of the brigade eskwela, by tilling the soil. Meanwhile, several members of the club, including those aspiring to join the Royal Knights, can be seen tidying up the school premises and classrooms. (Photo supplied)

Clubs around the country, including the Royal Knights, are recognized for their dedication to serving disadvantaged communities.

OPENING. Johnmark Oligario, the Head of Cosina Integrated School, addresses hundreds of participants during the Brigada Eskwela opening event. (Photo supplied)

They have shown their commitment once again in two remote schools in Mindanao.

The Fraternal Order of Philippine Eagles, a non-profit organization has a history of helping underprivileged schools and communities, often those in remote locations that are typically overlooked.

They selected Cosina Integrated as a particular school they wanted to help, as it is attended by many underprivileged students.

"The club's goal is to support these students, and we decided to include this school in our community service initiatives," said Eric Daabay, the president of the club. He also expressed gratitude to Hatch Masigasig for leading the effort.

ENGAGED parents actively participate during Brigada Eskwela. (Photo supplied)

The Royal Knights Eagles Club, along with its female counterpart, the Royal Knights Lady Eagles Club, is devoted to helping schools and communities in need.

SOUVINER SHOT. The Royal Knights Eagles Club, together with their female counterparts, the Royal Knights Lady Eagles Club, along with the aspiring members, strike a pose in front of Cosina's administration office. (Photo supplied)

Daabay led the group in Claveria town, Misamis Oriental's Brigada Eskwela on August 12. Their mission is to provide essential services like facility maintenance, supply provision, and educational support to underserved areas.

On August 14, they also carried out various helpful activities at the Cosina Integrated School.

COMMITMENT. More than a hundred people, mostly parents, came and helped out at Brigada Eskwela. (Photo supplied)

They had a meeting with parents and teachers, painted classrooms, cleaned up the school grounds, and provided cleaning materials like liquid soap to teachers and students.

RECOGNITION. Royal Knights Eagles Club Secretary Herbert Serrano proudly accepts a certificate of recognition on behalf of Club President Eric Daabay from Jhonmark Oligario, Head of Cosina Integrated School. (Photo supplied)

The club expressed its gratitude to the Department of Education (DepEd) Regional director Art Bayocot and School Head Jhonmark Oligario.

They thanked DepEd X, Assistant Regional Director Dr. Federico Martin, Superintendent Victoria V. Gazo, Talakag 1 District Incharge Said M. Macabago, and SGOD Chief Artemio Rey S. Adajar, as well as all the teachers and parents of Cosina Integrated School.

The Royal Knights would like also to express their gratitude to the teachers of Cosina Integrated School such as Donna Mae M. Cañizares, Mecho S. Moreno, Juvelyn F. Agcol, Marybelle G. Luna-an, Elenita P. Dabatian, Daphnie B. Peñaflor, Yolly A. Edulsa, Leif Allen I. Cabingas, Ericka C. Padayao, Crystel Ann S. Olamit, Celerina B. Amarille, Danica Y. Bayaon, Jamelah P. Barton, Cecila E. Bermor, Christian D. Baya-on, Lovely J. Jonayon, Marriane Eve E. Babeda, and Ronane Jay D. Pacuño.

MUNICIPAL CONNECTIONS. Jasmine Bilangatao, a social welfare official linked to the municipality, receives accolades for compiling a validated list of mostly Indigenous People (IP) beneficiaries under the 4Ps program. (Photo supplied).

The Royal Knights' efforts go beyond addressing the physical needs of the schools and communities they serve.

They also strive to promote unity and cooperation.

Jasmine Bilangatao, a social welfare official from Talakag Bukidnon, was also in attendance. She assists in creating a list of 4Ps recipients who play a significant role in the event.

Balingatao emphasizes the crucial role of parents in preparing their children for school, both physically and academically."

By involving parents, teachers, and other community members in their projects, they foster a spirit of collective responsibility and care for the schools and their students.

"The club's unwavering dedication to serving the less privileged is a shining example of community service," stated Daabay.

Members of the Royal Knights Eagles Club and their friends from Eagle TFOE are proud to continue their tradition of community service.

They want to say "Mabuhay" to everyone who contributed to their efforts!