02/07/2026
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On a sunny morning, Wednesday, March 11, 2026, a meaningful partnership between faith and education unfolded at Kitcharao Central Elementary School (KCES). At 11:00 AM, school teachers, division personnel, and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered for a historic Turnover and Acceptance Ceremony. This collaboration serves as a powerful testament to their shared commitment to the rising generation, marked by a donation valued at โฑ3,917,617.20 ($71,230.12).
The donation includes:
โข 80 Smart TVs โ โฑ1,552,000.00
โข 40 Desktop Computers โ โฑ1,020,000.00
โข 2 Printers โ โฑ22,400.00
โข 580 Monobloc Chairs โ โฑ215,064.00
โข 720 Monobloc Armchairs โ โฑ921,600.00
Mr. Norman D. Dolorfino, Welfare and Self-Reliance Manager, opened the messages by grounding the project in the principle of selfless service. In the scripture Mosiah 2:17, it is written: โโฆwhen ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.โ Expressing the heart of the mission, he emphasized, โWe are after the impact of this donation on our children,โ echoing the conviction of Dr. Jose Rizal that *โAng kabataan ang pag-asa ng bayan.โ*
President Rodulfo K. Narciso Jr. spoke deeply about the doctrine of love and the sacrifice behind the gift. In the scripture John 15:13, it is written: โGreater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.โ He clarified that the Church does not simply have unlimited funds; rather, the donation is made possible through the personal sacrifices of its members through "fast offerings". He explained that on the first Sunday of each month, members are encouraged to fast by skipping two meals, and the money saved is given to the Church as a fast offering to care for those in need.
Reflecting on the Saviorโs teachings in John 13:34, which states, โโฆThat ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another,โ President Narciso shared a heartfelt message with the educators: โI hope that you feel our love today. Everything you seeโthis is our way of showing our love for you. I hope you will always remember that you are loved by the members of the Church and by Jesus Christ Himself.โ
Dr. Hector Macalalag, PhD, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent and the representative from the Department of Education sector, addressed the vital necessity of innovation in modern education. In a touching moment, he acknowledged the wife of the Stake President of the Tubod Philippines Stake, Rowena โWengโ Dolorfino, emphasizing that โbehind every successful husband is a supportive wife.โ He honored her for her constant encouragement and support for her husband, President Norman Dolorfino.
Comparing todayโs educational challenges to the fall of Nokia, he warned that a failure to innovate is a failure to prepare our children for the future. โIt takes a village to raise a child,โ he declared, emphasizing that everyoneโs help is needed to fill the gap.
The heart of the event was the official Turnover and Acceptance, led by District Supervisor Eliasa M. Montante, who formally accepted the donation with these words:
โOn behalf of the Kitcharao District, composed of 14 school heads, 5,200 learners, and 228 teachers, it is my distinct privilege to accept these digital devices, school equipment, and furniture. We pledge and commit to making our learning environment meaningful for our learners. We pledge to improve learning outcomes and maximize the use of these devices to elevate school performance to the best possible level. Thank you so much to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; this will serve as a gift of hope to all of us.โ
The program concluded with closing remarks from Ian Kristoffer F. Basco, School Principal I of KCES, and a prayer offered by Sergio S. Aznar.
The ceremony stood as a powerful reminder that when love and service become the foundation, no gap is too wide to bridge. Through this partnership, it is affirmed that the love of the Savior, Jesus Christ, is extended to all.
