Ricardo P. Cruz Sr. Elementary School in Taguig City is among the schools that experienced blended learning challenges, but with the help of Nestlé Wellness Campus (NWC) they were able to navigate properly. Principal IV Dr. Cipriano M. Bisco, Jr. shared, “When the pandemic hit, they continued to support us through soft copies of the modules, which we shared with students so they could learn with their parents. Their support really allowed us to foster a sense of community while also promoting the value of wellness.”
As face-to-face classes resume, the school has dedicated “Wellness Corners” in classrooms where students can learn more about NWC’s 7 Healthy Habits. These focus on the value of nutrition, health and wellness, as well as bonding and eating with the family and other practices like sustainability and solid waste management. “As we are well into our transition to face-to-face, we hope to continue instilling the value of nutrition, health and wellness while ensuring everyone’s safety virtually and on the ground,” said Bisco.
Another school that has resumed face-to-face classes is Bagong Silangan Elementary School in Quezon City and is working. School Wellness Coordinators Teacher Joyce J. Jagong and Teacher Estela Marie C. Sabiniano shared, “When parents see the strict implementation of health and safety measures and also the healthy habits practices, they’ll be inspired as they see that there really is a safe environment for their kids.”
“We are thankful to the entire Nestlé Wellness Campus program because of the benefits not only to our school but to communities across the country. We really believe that this program is able to help a lot of people, especially during this time,” Jagong expressed.
