30/05/2026
๐ **May 30, 2026 | Kick-Off of the โPlastic Na May Balikโ Program**
The City Government of Malolos thru the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) and DepEd Malolos officially kicked off the โPlastic Na May Balikโ Program this morning at the Center of Excellence School of Malolos, led by Mr. Amiel S. Cruz, City ENRO, and Ms. Leilani S. Cunanan, Schools Division Superintendent of Malolos. The event, attended by school heads of public schools in the City of Malolos, also featured the inauguration of the Model Classroom as one of the program's key initiatives.
The Model Classroom features armchairs and waste bins made from post-consumer plastic waste, demonstrating how recyclable materials can be repurposed into durable and practical resources that support both education and environmental sustainability.
The event was honored by the presence of Ms. Cynthia Briones, SGOD Chief; Mr. Joel S. Eugenio, City Administrator; Hon. Meri Ann Bulaong; Hon. Victorino Aldaba III; and the representative of Hon. Miel Arthem Agustin, who all expressed their support for the program.
In his message, Mr. Cruz emphasized the programโs objective of giving waste materials a new purpose to benefit students in the City of Malolos.
The initiative reflects the strong commitment of Mayor Atty. Christian D. Natividad to promoting environmental sustainability and innovative waste management solutions in the City of Malolos. Through programs such as โPlastic Na May Balik,โ the City Government continues to encourage community participation in environmental protection while creating meaningful benefits for learners and schools.
Also recognized during the event was Mr. Jonathan Co, CEO of Sentinel Upcycling Technologies Inc., the City Government of Malolos' partner in the implementation of this program, whose collaboration plays a vital role in advancing the program's environmental sustainability objectives.
The inauguration was followed by a seminar held at President Corazon Cojuangco-Aquino Memorial National High School, attended by School Heads, YES-O Coordinators, BERT Advisers, and Planning Officers from the Schools Division Office.
Through collaboration and innovation, the โPlastic Na May Balikโ Program continues to promote environmental sustainability while creating meaningful opportunities for the education sector and the youth of Malolos.