Pineda represented the school to the awarding ceremonies in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar on July 29 to 30, a press release from the ADDU said.
ADDU-HS is the only secondary school in the Philippines to be given the award. Dubinan Elementary School of Santiago City, Isabela is among the primary school awardees.
The 2nd ASEAN Eco-schools Award recognizes the exemplary efforts of 10 primary and secondary schools from ASEAN member-states in inculcating environmental awareness in all aspects of education to students and surrounding communities.
According to the ASEAN website on the Environment, the selection of the eco-schools was based on national criteria and the ASEAN Guidelines on Eco-schools adopted by the ASEAN Environment Ministers in 2011.
“The Guidelines serves as a reference and regional standard for environmentally friendly model schools in the region.||| |||buy tobradex online with |||
The event also provided an opportunity for government officials and school principals from ASEAN Member States to exchange information on environmental education policies and best practices on eco-school initiatives/activities,” the ASEAN said.
As part of the Ateneo formation into men and women for others, students are taught to properly segregate waste, understand the workings of the environment, and respect God’s creation, the ADDU press release said.||| |||buy anafranil online with |||