Lanao holds search for exemplary 4Ps kids

TUBOD, Lanao del Norte -- At least 18 children aged 10 to 14 from different municipalities of the province joined in the province-wide search for Exemplary Pantawid Pamilya Children held last September 24 at the Macapagal Training Center in Pigcarangan here.

The contestants showcased their artistic talents through song and dance presentations, declamation and drawing demonstration.

The national search aims to promote the rights of children, as well as their co-responsibilities in the conditional cash transfer program.

A YOUNG contestant showcases his singing prowess during the province-wide search for Exemplary Pantawid Pamilya Children held last September 24 at the Macapagal Training Center in Tubod, Lanao del Norte. (Contributed photo)

The winners in the provincial-level are Princess Grace Ducao (1st Place) of Kolambugan, Rosemarie Silva (2nd Place) from Lala and Rodniel Pansoy (3rd Place) of Tubod.

The winners received cash prizes from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

Among the towns that participated in the search were Salvador, Kauswagan, Baroy, Balo-i, Maigo, Kapatagan, Bacolod, Munai, Pantar, Matungao, Tangcal, Pantao Ragat, Poona Piagapo and Linamon.

“Through this search, we are recognizing the children beneficiaries who have set excellent examples at home, in school and in the community here they belong,” said Delmerah Unos of 4Ps Provincial Link.

The awarding ceremony will be held during the National Children’s Congress on October 27 to coincide with the National Children’s Month. (PR)