21/09/2026
๐ BALIK ESKWELA / SCHOOL-BASED IMMUNIZATION (SBI) KICK-OFF ACTIVITY ๐
The Local Government Unit of Pagadian City led by the hardworking City Mayor Hon. Samuel S. Co, through the City Health Office (CHO), successfully conducted the Balik Eskwela / School-Based Immunization (SBI) Kick-Off Activity today at Sta. Lucia National High School (SLNHS).
The activity was spearheaded by our energetic, active, hardworking, and hands-on City Health Officer II, Dr. Debby Tan-Ildefonso, whose leadership and commitment continue to strengthen the delivery of essential health services to our students and communities.
The successful conduct of the activity was made possible through the coordination and full support of SLNHS Principal IV, Maโam Babai Manupac Paniorotan, together with the dedicated Grade VII Class Advisers.
The kick-off activity was actively participated in by the four CHO District Nurses, led by the CHO Technical Nurse Glyn Suson-Jumalon, together with the CHO and DOH Human Resources for Health (HRH) and the enthusiastic Grade VII students.
We also appreciate the support of the Pagadian City SDS Dr. Danny Cordova in the implementation of SBI 2026.
We also sincerely appreciate the presence and support of DOH DMO IV Sir Joey M. Quipot, as well as our dedicated School Nurses, Sir Orlando Pabayo and Maโam Mary Jane Ampong, whose valuable support contributed to the success of the activity.
Our heartfelt appreciation also goes to the casual personnel and Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) assigned at Sta. Lucia Main Health Center (SLMHC) for extending their assistance and support.
This activity reflects the strong collaboration among the LGUโCity Health Office, Department of Health, Department of Education, school personnel, health workers, and the community in ensuring that our learners are protected and supported through accessible and preventive health services.
Together, let us keep our learners healthy, protected, and ready to learn!
Healthy learners, healthy schools, healthier communities!