Star-studded Gabay Guro Grand Gathering

Former Laguna Board member Angelica Jones has been chosen as brand ambassador of NextGen, a networking company which supports organic farming as its advocacy.

NextGen, which marked its third anniversary via a big gathering held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) last Sunday, September 16,  is headed by its president Reynante Lascona who said that organic farming is important so that our food supply will not be depleted.

According to Mr. Lascona, organic farming is the way of the future. “We have to go back and have harmony with nature. We should engage in the safe side of farming. No pesticides, no chemicals or else our soils will be destroyed and we won’t be able to plant again,” he said.

He added that farming is now at a higher cost but brings less productivity. “We should go back to natural, organic farming so that we can be sustainable. Pag nasira ang lupa, baka wala na tayong mapagtaniman.”

Angelica is supporting the cause of organic farming by agreeing to be NextGen’s brand ambassador. “It’s an honor for me to be chosen as brand ambassador.  They have a very good advocacy that’s why I accepted the offer. They care for Mother Earth, for nature and for our environment. Even before we met, I already champion the advocacy that supports taking care of nature and organic farming.”

On the lighter side, Angelica said that she is willing to make a showbiz comeback if there is a good offer. She is not keen on taking another crack at politics for now.

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In time for National Teacher’s Month, PLDT-Smart Foundation’s education advocacy and flagship program Gabay Guro is celebrating its 11th anniversary by bringing together thousands of teachers from all over the country for the much-awaited Grand Gathering 2018 on September 23, Sunday, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.

Organized as the biggest tribute for Filipino teachers, the star-studded event features Megastar Sharon Cuneta, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Ogie Alcasid, Martin Nievera, Jaya, Gabby Concepcion, Randy Santiago, and Christian Bautista, among others.

As a grand treat to teachers, Gabay Guro is also raffling off exciting prizes, including gift certificates, smartphones and gadgets, home appliances, livelihood packages, vehicles, and a brand new house and lot.

“Gabay Guro's annual Grand Gathering is our big ‘Thank You’ to all our beloved teachers who dedicate their life to the invaluable role of educating our children,” said Gabay Guro Chairperson Chaye Cabal-Revilla. “They are our partners in nation-building through education, and we look forward to continuing our mission to support and uplift them as we mark our 11th year.”

The event is exclusive to teachers, and admission is free. For a chance to secure tickets, teachers may visit Gabay Guro’s official Facebook account at www.facebook.com/gabayguro and follow its official accounts on Twitter and Instagram at @PLDTGabayGuro for updates.

Established in 2007, Gabay Guro aims to honor and empower teachers across the country through seven pillars: housing and educational facilities; scholarships; trainings; livelihood programs; broadbanding and computerization; innovations; and the Teachers’ Tribute.

Since its founding, Gabay Guro has built and donated over 40 classrooms nationwide and provided over 1,300 scholarship grants through its 47 partner schools. Of its scholars, 800 have graduated, with 234 finishing with honors. Over 500 graduates have also passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers.

Over the years, Gabay Guro has teamed up with various organizations, including companies within the PLDT Group, to improve the quality of life of teachers and their families by launching livelihood programs for teachers.

The organization has also partnered with local government units to bring the “Grand Gathering” experience to the provinces through the “Teacherfest” celebration, which was recently held in Bataan, Butuan, and Bulacan, and will soon be staged in Ilocos, Cebu, and Davao.

Gabay Guro’s efforts have been recognized by various award-giving bodies including Gawad Tanglaw, Anvil Awards, Philippine Quill Awards, and the Philippine Association of National Advertisers Awards.

Gabay Guro Grand Gathering 2018 is made possible by the support of Colgate-Palmolive; Devant; Enchanted Kingdom; FINTQ; Foton; Gen Korean BBQ House; HBC; Honda; Kettle Foods Corp.; Landco; Manila Doctors Hospital; Motorlandia; MPTC; MVP Rewards; MyPhone; PECCI; Penshoppe; PLDT Home; Red Planet Hotels; Reyes Haircutters; SGV Foundation; Smart; Standard Insurance; Stanford University Batch 2018; Sun; Sunsilk; Suzuki; Telescoop; TNT; and Yamaha.

For more information, please visit the Gabay Guro’s official website at www.gabayguro.com and follow the organization’s official Twitter and Instagram accounts at @PLDTGabayGuro.

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Carla Abellana, Ruru Madrid and Kelvin Miranda are the guest artists in “Bubble Gang” tonight.

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