03/10/2026
|| 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑 𝐗 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐄𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐘𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐔𝐌 𝐀𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐒 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Region X (DENR X) conducted an Environmental Symposium on September 24, 2026, at Bayabas National High School, Barangay Bayabas, Cagayan de Oro City, bringing environmental awareness and learning closer to students through a series of informative discussions on environmental protection and conservation.
The activity was formally opened by Senior High School Coordinator, Ronaldo R. Siwagan, who welcomed the DENR X resource speakers, faculty members and grade 11 and 12 participants. He highlighted the importance of engaging the youth in environmental initiatives and promoting responsible stewardship of the environment.
The symposium featured a series of lectures led by DENR Region X personnel. Shannon Lyn A. Aboc, Information Officer II and Regional Designated Youth Desk Officer, DENR X, discussed “Youth and Environment,” emphasizing the important role of young people in advancing environmental awareness and promoting sustainable practices.
Meanwhile, Paulyn Mae S. Laranjo, RPF, EnP, Development Management Officer II, DENR X, presented “Basic ENR Laws,” providing the students with an overview of environmental and natural resources laws and the responsibilities of citizens in protecting the country’s natural resources.
Junrey L. Labalan, Zoology Technician, DENR X, also discussed “Biodiversity and Wildlife,” introducing students to the importance of biodiversity conservation and the protection of wildlife and their habitats.
Through activities such as the Environmental Symposium, DENR X continues to strengthen environmental education among the youth and encourage them to become informed and active partners in the conservation and sustainable management of the environment and natural resources.