Independence Day 2017

INTRODUCTION

Every year during the month of June, the flag of the Philippines is widely seen around the country. It is because we celebrate the remarkable date in the history of our country- the Independence Day (Araw ng Kasarinlan; also known as Araw ng Kalayaan). June 12 is a National Holiday and it is celebrated not only here in the Philippines but also around the world in all Filipino Communities. 119 years ago when President Emilio Aguinaldo announced the independence of the Philippines from Spain at Kawit, Cavite. On the said event, Philippine National Flag was unfurled together with the performance of the “Marcha Filipina Magdalo”, which was later known as “Lupang Hinirang” (National Anthem). Now, we are all grateful for the gift of sovereignty.

HIGHLIGHTS

A meaningful and memorable annual celebration of Independence Day with a theme “ Kalayaan 2017: Pagbabagong Sama- Samang Balikatin”, was successfully done through the effort of the Local Government Unit of Bongabon, Nueva Ecija with the Department of Education, (Elementary and Secondary),PNP, BONESCA, Senior Citizens and other agencies.

As one of the government agencies that promotes and inculcates to young learners mind to remember and continuously honored the heroic deeds of Filipino Heroes, Hiniero Elementary School actively joined this momentous event at Bongabon Town Plaza. The event was started by a prayer at Municipal Hall and marched going to town plaza. The event was full of variety of performances such as a poem, singing of nationalistic song and Philippine folk dance presentation. The father of Bongabon, Hon. Mayor Ricardo I. Padilla encouraged everyone to emulate the bravery and love of the Filipino heroes/heroines to our country.

It was fine day filled with heroism with high regard for all the people behind the independence we have now.