On February 11, 2025, Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. proudly awarded certificates of recognition and cash incentives to 14 exceptional students from Gueco Balibago Elementary School. The students visited the Mayor’s Office to receive their awards, celebrating their remarkable achievements in various fields.
The students recognized during the ceremony included Hugo Santos, Amari Xiann Malinao, Amelia Bolario, Georgina Miranda, Francheska Cortez, Darren Smith, Loraine Presilda, Ezekiel Smith, Drake Dimabuyo, Xiann Malinao, Shekinah Audrey Mirasol, Jelianne Macandog, Hannah Roxas, and Sanlee De Vera. These students were honored for their academic excellence, leadership, and outstanding contributions to the school community.
Mayor Lazatin personally handed over the certificates, highlighting the students’ hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Along with the certificates, each student received a cash incentive as a token of appreciation for their accomplishments. The mayor commended the students for their commitment to achieving success, stressing the importance of education and self-discipline in their journey.
In his speech, Mayor Lazatin expressed pride in the students’ achievements, emphasizing the value of education and how it shapes the future. He also encouraged the students to continue striving for excellence and to serve as role models for their peers, as their success reflects the strength and potential of the city’s youth.
The teachers from Gueco Balibago Elementary School were present at the ceremony, proudly standing by their students. They shared in the joy of the moment and praised the students for their hard work and dedication. The teachers expressed gratitude to the mayor for his continued support of the school and its students.
The students’ parents were also in attendance, beaming with pride as their children received their awards. Mayor Lazatin recognized the vital role of the parents in the students’ success, acknowledging their unwavering support and guidance throughout the years.
This recognition serves as a reminder of the importance of investing in the youth of Angeles City and providing them with opportunities to excel. Mayor Lazatin assured the students that the city government will continue to support their educational and extracurricular endeavors, aiming to create more avenues for their success.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
