The Municipal Government of Itogon, led by Mayor Bernard S. Waclin, joined the celebration of Child Development Workers’ Week, which culminated on June 19, 2026, at the Itogon Training Center in Tuding.
With the theme, “Mga Child Development Workers, Haligi ng Maagang Edukasyon, Gabay sa Matatag na Kinabukasan ng Kabataan,” the culminating program gathered 47 Child Development Workers (CDWs) from the municipality’s nine barangays. The activity was spearheaded by the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) under the leadership of Grace O. Pocsol.
Participants also received updates on the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Program from the Baguio City Social Welfare and Development Office.
Adding color to the celebration was a dance competition that showcased the creativity and teamwork of the CDWs. The competition was judged by Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator Engr. Imelda F. Nuguid, Municipal Accountant Atty. Farida D. Romillo-Mateo, and Municipal Local Government Operations Officer Julie C. Malig.
The Loacan Child Development Workers emerged as champions and received P20,000, followed by Tinongdan in second place with P17,000, and Ampucao in third place with P15,000. The remaining participating barangays each received ₱8,000 as a consolation prize.
Mayor Waclin led the distribution of P17,500 in subsidy assistance from the municipal government to each of the 47 Child Development Workers, covering the period from January to May 2026.
Mayor Waclin commended the CDWs for their unwavering commitment to providing quality early childhood education and care, emphasizing that their dedication lays a strong foundation for the growth and future success of Itogon’s children.
Also present during the celebration was Committee Chairman on Social Services, Councilor Norberto Pacio. He assured the CDWs of the continued support of the Sangguniang Bayan for programs and initiatives that promote the welfare and professional development of Child Development Workers.
𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘯 𝘉. 𝘎𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘻, 𝘚𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘧𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘳 𝘐𝘐
