RIYADH, 13 November 2002 — When parents and teachers are united, the dividends are great and children benefit.
This was the gist of the speech of the new president of the Parent-Teachers Association of the International Philippine School Riyadh (IPSR) during their induction ceremonies last weekend.
Conversely, Pacaambung “Amen” Panolong said, if parents and teachers do not cooperate with each other, their children are bound to suffer.
He also urged parents and teachers to promote the theme of the induction ceremonies, “Success through Friendship and Unity,” and continue to make the IPSR a truly great school.
Administering the oath of office was Ambassador Bahnarim Guinomla, who also cited the PTA officials for their efforts in maintaining friendship and unity in the school.
With the ambassador were Vice Consul Germinia Usudan and Attaché Acas Bayabao.
School principal Sinab Mabaning and Dr. Alexander Lucman, chairman of the Governing Board, led the school officials in welcoming the parents and guests.
The other PTA officers are: Ibrahim Albert Agnis, vice president; Edith Mandanas, secretary; Jane Marie Epe; treasurer; Ernesto Magayaga, auditor; Jose Corre, business manager; and Mary Chiva, public relations officer.
Panolong also sits as parents representative to the school’s 8th Governing Board, along with Enrico Venturina and Virgilio Cabigting. Representing the teachers is Lydia Topinio.
Guinomla also inducted into office about 100 other officers of the various Parents and Teachers Group (PTG) and grade level teacher representatives.
