Pura V. Kalaw Elementary School

PVKES Christmas and Year-End Party Continues at Tramway Garden Buffet 🎉🍽️

The festive spirit didn’t stop at the PVKES Christmas Party! Our celebration continued at Tramway Garden Buffet, generously sponsored by our beloved principal, Dr. Michelle S. Silva.

Teachers and staff enjoyed a delightful meal while sharing laughter, stories, and holiday cheer. It was a perfect way to cap off a day filled with games, raffle prizes, aguinaldo, and heartfelt gifts.

A big thank you to Ma'am Silva for making this festive gathering extra special for the entire PVKES family!

PVKES Christmas Party 🎄✨

The PVKES Christmas Party was successfully organized by the Faculty Club Officers headed by Mrs. Cynthia P. Domingo. The celebration was filled with fun and exciting games that brought joy and laughter to everyone.

Raffle prizes were generously shared by our kind sponsors, supportive parents, and District 3 councilors, making the event even more meaningful.

Special gifts were also given to each teaching and non-teaching staff of PVKES through the generosity of Hon. Councilor Atorni “Tope” Liquigan and our dearest principal, Dr. Michelle S. Silva.

In the spirit of giving, aguinaldo was also shared by the Faculty Club and Ma'am Silva, to kids and staff bringing extra cheer to the celebration.

A truly heartwarming celebration of gratitude, unity, and Christmas cheer for the entire PVKES family.

🎄✨ PVKES Gift Giving ✨🎄
Theme: All Out PURA: KrisMas Masaya
Date: December 19, 2025

Today, our school celebrated the annual PVKES Gift Giving, a heartwarming tradition initiated by Faculty Club President, Mrs. Cynthia P. Domingo. 🎁❤️

Through the generosity of our donors, gifts were shared with our recipients from Kinder, SNED, and Grades 1–6, bringing happiness and smiles to our learners. The celebration was further enriched by a meaningful message and Christmas greeting from our dear Principal, Dr. Michelle S. Silva, who reminded everyone of the true spirit of Christmas—love, generosity, and togetherness.

Adding color and cultural pride to the program was the beautiful intermission number of Grade 6–Pearl, trained by Mr. Alonzo Peralta, who showcased their talent through the Filipino folk dance Singkil, earning warm applause from the audience. 💃✨

This event truly reflected the joy of giving and the strong sense of community in PVKES. Sincere thanks to everyone who shared their time, effort, and blessings to make this celebration meaningful and memorable for all. 🎄❤️

Congratulations to PVKES Alumni Batch ’68 for being one of the Gawad Kaagapay 2025 Awardees! 🎉🏆

Your unwavering support and generosity continue to uplift and inspire our school community. Thank you for standing with PVKES and for being a true partner in shaping the future of our learners. 💙

FYI

Flag Ceremony | December 15, 2025 🇵🇭

Today’s flag ceremony was meaningfully led by our Kindergarten learners and teachers, under the guidance of Master Teacher-in-Charge, Mrs. Helen U. Tan.

We also proudly recognized our campus journalists for bringing pride to our school during the Division Schools Press Conference 2025.

Our School Principal, Dr. Michelle S. Silva, shared gentle reminders as we enter the last week of classes—encouraging everyone to complete all remaining tasks, practice discipline and responsibility at all times, and show respect and kindness toward peers and teachers. She also reminded learners to make the most of every learning opportunity before the year ends and to enjoy the upcoming holiday season happily and safely.

Let’s finish year 2025 strong, responsible, and full of joy!

On December 12, 2025, the Ateneo Center for Educational Development (ACED), in partnership with the Office of Quezon City District 3 Councilor Hon. Atty. "Tope" Liquigan, through the coordination of Brgy. Milagrosa Councilor Hon. Kag. Mowie Cordez and PVKES, successfully conducted Mindful Me: Growing Healthy Minds Through Mental Health Awareness Program as part of Project ALAYA. The initiative aimed to strengthen mental health knowledge and support the emotional development of learners.

The seminar was overseen by School Principal Dr. Michelle S. Silva and Guidance Designate Mrs. Milaluna S. Noble, with facilitators Anselmo Jard Ryel T. Pagulayan, MPsy. RPsy. and Rodjan C. Sibal sharing their expertise.

The program was attended by 60 learners from Grades 4 to 6, who actively participated and gained valuable insights on mental health and emotional well-being.

HFMD & Dengue Orientation

The Quezon City Health Department – Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit, through Project 4 Health Center and initiative of Brgy. Milagrosa, Barangay-in-charge of Committee on Health, Hon. Kag. Mercy Balocating, successfully conducted an orientation on Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) and Dengue for our students and parents.

Dates & Participants:
🗓 December 9, 2025: Grade 4 students & Kinder parents
🗓 December 10, 2025: Grade 5 students & Grade 1 parents
🗓 December 11, 2025: Grade 6 students & Grade 2 & 3 parents

This activity was held in coordination with GAD Coordinator Ms. Karen Q. Altamira and Principal Dr. Michelle S. Silva.

We thank everyone for their participation in keeping our children safe and healthy!

Day 2 of Disaster Survival Training

Jr. Medic Society | Disaster Survival Training

On December 5–6, 2025, the BSP, GSP, SELG, and other Grades 4–6 learners, together with some of their parents, from Pura V. Kalaw Elementary School actively participated in the Disaster Survival Training conducted by the Jr. Medic Society, led by Mr. Rei Ramirez (Alpha 1) and his marshals.

This meaningful activity was made possible through coordination of Brgy. Milagrosa Councilor Hon. Kag. Mowie Cordez, PVKES SDRRMC, under the guidance of SDRRMC Coordinator Ms. Ameline C. Tura, with the full support of our School Principal, Dr. Michelle S. Silva, as well as the teaching and non-teaching staff. The training equipped our learners with essential knowledge and skills in disaster preparedness, safety, and emergency response.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to everyone who contributed to the success of this activity. Special thanks to the Brgy. Milagrosa SDRRM Team for the support of an ambulance on standby, which was also utilized during the training on patient transportation. We also extend our sincere thanks to QC 3rd District Councilor Atty. Tope Liquigan for the food provided.

We also proudly welcome the newest members of the Jr. Medic Society from PVKES:
• Charlie 43 – Princess Donna Abelgas (GSP & BERT)
• Delta Charlie 43 – Jewish Fernandez (Grade 6)

Together, we are building safer and more disaster-ready learners!

With heavy hearts, the PVKES family mourns the passing of our retired dedicated teacher,
Ma’am Lumen B. Abaigar.
Her warmth, passion for teaching, and love for her learners will forever remain in our hearts. We pray for comfort and strength for her family.