Almendras Elementary School - DepEd Davao del Sur

08/10/2026

ALES Teachers' Day Celebration 2026
Teacher Ikaw Naman!
Part 3

On October 2, 2026, Almendras Elementary School celebrated Teachers’ Day, a meaningful occasion dedicated to honoring the commitment, dedication, and selfless service of our teachers.
The celebration was made truly special through the presence and support of our School Principal, Mr. Enrique N. Amaro Jr., PTA Officials, SELG Officers, teachers, pupils, and parents. Their collective presence reflected the strong partnership and appreciation of the entire school community for the men and women who tirelessly nurture, guide, and inspire our learners.
To all our teachers, thank you for inspiring young minds, nurturing dreams, and making a difference every day. Your hard work, patience, and love for teaching truly make a lasting impact. 💙📚. May this celebration remind us that teaching is more than a profession—it is a Vocation of Service, A Commitment to Excellence, and a Lasting Gift to Future Generations.
Happy Teachers’ Day to all the dedicated and inspiring teachers of Almendras Elementary School! Your efforts are deeply valued, your sacrifices are sincerely appreciated, and your impact will forever be remembered. ❤️📚🌷.
"“A great teacher leaves a lasting mark on the hearts and minds of learners.”

08/10/2026

ALES Teachers' Day Celebration 2026
Teacher Ikaw Naman!
Part 2

On October 2, 2026, Almendras Elementary School celebrated Teachers’ Day, a meaningful occasion dedicated to honoring the commitment, dedication, and selfless service of our teachers.
The celebration was made truly special through the presence and support of our School Principal, Mr. Enrique N. Amaro Jr., PTA Officials, SELG Officers, teachers, pupils, and parents. Their collective presence reflected the strong partnership and appreciation of the entire school community for the men and women who tirelessly nurture, guide, and inspire our learners.
To all our teachers, thank you for inspiring young minds, nurturing dreams, and making a difference every day. Your hard work, patience, and love for teaching truly make a lasting impact. 💙📚. May this celebration remind us that teaching is more than a profession—it is a Vocation of Service, A Commitment to Excellence, and a Lasting Gift to Future Generations.
Happy Teachers’ Day to all the dedicated and inspiring teachers of Almendras Elementary School! Your efforts are deeply valued, your sacrifices are sincerely appreciated, and your impact will forever be remembered. ❤️📚🌷.
"“A great teacher leaves a lasting mark on the hearts and minds of learners.”

08/10/2026

ALES Teachers Day Celebration 2026 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫❤️
Teacher Ikaw Naman!
Part 1

On October 2, 2026, Almendras Elementary School celebrated Teachers’ Day, a meaningful occasion dedicated to honoring the commitment, dedication, and selfless service of our teachers.

The celebration was made truly special through the presence and support of our School Principal, Mr. Enrique N. Amaro Jr., PTA Officials, SELG Officers, teachers, pupils, and parents. Their collective presence reflected the strong partnership and appreciation of the entire school community for the men and women who tirelessly nurture, guide, and inspire our learners.

To all our teachers, thank you for inspiring young minds, nurturing dreams, and making a difference every day. Your hard work, patience, and love for teaching truly make a lasting impact. 💙📚. May this celebration remind us that teaching is more than a profession—it is a Vocation of Service, A Commitment to Excellence, and a Lasting Gift to Future Generations.

Happy Teachers’ Day to all the dedicated and inspiring teachers of Almendras Elementary School! Your efforts are deeply valued, your sacrifices are sincerely appreciated, and your impact will forever be remembered. ❤️📚🌷.

"“A great teacher leaves a lasting mark on the hearts and minds of learners.”

07/10/2026

📰✨ Ink, Ideas, and Excellence! ✨📰

Celebrating talent, courage, and excellence in campus journalism! The Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC) 2026 was held at Sulop National High School on September 28–30, 2026, bringing together young journalists who showcased their skills in various fields of journalism.

With the guidance and support of their dedicated coaches, Ma’am Lyn Tanduyan and Ma’am Lorena Villamayor, our campus journalists proudly represented the school:

🥉 Rollen John R. Sardido
📸 Photojournalism – Filipino
🏆 3rd Place

🌟 DSPC Qualifiers:
✍ Maria Lezia R. Belgira – Pagsulat ng Lathalain
🎨 Prince Nathan Lambong – Editorial Cartooning – Filipino

Congratulations to our young journalists for your hard work, confidence, and determination! Your achievements are a testament that great stories begin with brave young voices. Keep writing, creating, and inspiring! 📰👏

Write. Create. Inspire. Excel! 📰✨

Padayon, young journalists! Almendras Elementary School is very proud! 💙🏆

Mabuhay ang ating mga batang mamamahayag! 📰👏



📌 Data Privacy Disclaimer:
This post is published for the documentation and recognition of learners’ achievements and official school activities. Almendras Elementary School adheres to Republic Act No. 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012) and the principles of transparency, legitimate purpose, and proportionality in handling personal information. We respect and protect the privacy and rights of our learners, especially minors.

03/10/2026

03/10/2026

27 TEACHERS. 27 LIGHTS. 27 LIVING PROOF THAT HEROES ARE REAL.

They don't wear capes. They carry chalk, books, and an endless heart.
They are called by different names, but they answer to one calling: TO TEACH, TO LOVE, TO INSPIRE.

Every name in this video has a meaning.
Every meaning lives in the classroom.
Every classroom holds a light that never goes out.

This is not just a video. This is our tribute to the 27 LIGHTS OF ALMENDRAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — the reason why dreams are built and futures are bright.

Presenting the 27 Lights of Almendras Elementary School
One by one, they shine — with dedication, love, and heart.
This is our simple tribute to our dear teachers.

Please watch until the end and greet your favorite teacher in the comments! 👇💬
Happy Teachers' Day 2026!

12/09/2026

𝗟𝗔𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮 - 𝗦𝗨𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗪𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗗 𝗨𝗣! 🎉📚
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

And that's a wrap for our 2-Day LAC Session! Day 2 was filled with inspiring learnings and meaningful collaboration.

Highlights of the day:
✅ Recap of Day 1 by Ma'am Michelle T. Laurente
✅ Enhancing Literacy and Numeracy Across Learning Areas - Ma'am Lyn F. Tanduyan
✅ From HOTS to HEARTS: Developing Critical and Creative Thinking Through Proficient Language Use - Ma'am Joyce Ann Y. Bongas
✅ Maintained Learning Environments that Promote Fairness, Respect and Care to Encourage Learning - Ma'am Lorena L. Villamayor
✅ Establishing a Learner-Centered Culture by Using Teaching Strategies Responsive to Linguistic, Cultural, Socio-Economic & Religious Backgrounds - Ma'am Elmie Chris B. Mondejar
✅ Demonstration Teaching by Ma'am Graceale L. Fernandez and insightful feedback from our School Principal I, Sir Enrique N. Amaro Jr. and Master Teachers Ma'am Nympha Y. Galupo & Ma'am Dyan C. Manos

The day concluded with a meaningful Closing Ceremony led by our beloved School Principal I, Sir Enrique N. Amaro Jr. He left us with an inspiring message through the heartwarming story of The Rainbow Fish - a beautiful reminder that true happiness is found in sharing, humility, and kindness. Just like the Rainbow Fish who learned to share his shiny scales, we as teachers are called to share our knowledge, light, and love to our learners.

The program ended with the Awarding of Certificates to our dedicated resource speakers and participants.

Our heartfelt thanks to all speakers, facilitators, and participants for your active engagement! Thank you also to our MC Ma'am Myvien A. Molina, and to everyone who made this SLAC a success.

Tunay ngang sa pagtutulungan, lahat ay natututo para sa bata, para sa bayan! Padayon!

12/09/2026

𝙇𝘼𝘾 𝙎𝙀𝙎𝙎𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝘿𝘼𝙔 1 - 𝙎𝙐𝘾𝘾𝙀𝙎𝙎𝙁𝙐𝙇𝙇𝙔 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝘾𝙇𝙐𝘿𝙀𝘿! 🎉📚

What a productive and insightful Day 1!

Our Learning Action Cell Session for today was a success, featuring meaningful discussions on:

✅ Orientation on the Utilization of LRMS for Inventory, Distribution, Monitoring and Utilization of Learning Resources with Ma'am Flordeliza S. Attos
✅ Re-echo on Division Orientation on the Utilization of KS1 Learning Resources with Ma'am Dyan C. Manos & Ma'am Nympha Y. Galupo
✅ Re-echo Orientation on Teaching at the Right Level (TARL) Approaches in Literacy & Numeracy of Project Kaagapay Plus and AHA Learning Center with Ma'am Ellen Grace C. Cortez and Ma'am Marimel B. Torrecampo

Thank you to our active facilitators, our School Principal I, Sir Enrique N. Amaro Jr. for the inspiring Statement of Purpose, and to all teachers who actively participated!

Special thanks to our Master of Ceremony, Ma'am Joyce P. Gulmayo, for keeping the program flowing smoothly.

Together we learn, we share, and we grow for our learners! On to Day 2!

06/09/2026

🏸 𝒁𝒀𝑹𝑰𝑬𝑳 𝑴𝑨𝑴𝑨𝑩𝑨 𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒔 𝑾𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝑺𝒊𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒊𝒏 𝑴𝒊𝒙𝒆𝒅 𝑫𝒐𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒔 - 𝑩𝒂𝒅𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐𝒏🏸🥈

We are beyond proud to announce that our very own Zyriel M. Mamaba of Almendras Elementary School brought home the SILVER MEDAL in Mixed Doubles Badminton during the DavSurDAA 2026 at Malalag, Davao del Sur.

Zyriel and her partner Patrick Maruel Gempesaw of Coronon E/S showed great teamwork, determination, and heart on the court and secured Rank 2 in the Badminton Tournament.Your hard work and dedication truly paid off.

A big salute to our coaches for their guidance and support! 👏
Ma'am Lyn F. Tanduyan of Almendras Elementary School
Sir Pelicardo Pantaleon Jr. of Coronon Elementary School
Your Almendras ES family is so proud of you! Keep smashing your dreams!

04/09/2026

𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐒 𝐄/𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐒!

𝑮𝑶𝑳𝑫 𝑴𝑬𝑫𝑨𝑳 𝑨𝑳𝑬𝑹𝑻!

Congratulations to ALENA REIGHN P. ARGULLOZOS of Almendras Elementary School, Sta. Cruz North District for bagging the GOLD MEDAL in ATHLETICS - Elementary Girls Long Jump during the DavSurDAA Meet 2026 at Malalag, Davao Del Sur.
Your golden leap has qualified you for the DavRAA Meet 2026! The entire Almendras ES community is incredibly proud of you!

Heartfelt thanks to her dedicated mentors:
Coach: Ma'am Josephine Loretero
Asst. Coach: Ma'am Marcory Escalante
Chaperone: Ma'am Princess Mae Lambong
Thank you for your guidance and sacrifices.

Soar higher, Alena! Sta. Cruz Municipality is behind you all the way to DavRAA!