Enthusiastic girl scouts in Southern Leyte set up their tents on November 25 at the spacious grounds of Villa Jacinta public elementary school in Macrohon town. Ready to learn and for adventure the 1,266 girl scout campers, coming from different towns of the province, reported snappily in complete uniform for the opening program the following day. The junior, senior and cadet scouts representing their districts, wholeheartedly presented their signature yells to the delight of the participants and guests. Dr. Isidro C. Catubig of the Department of Education inspired the girls with his message on the significance of man’s respect for nature to make our world sustainable.
The Provincial Junior, Senior and Cadet Camp 2024 has as its theme, Harmony in nature – Nurturing a sustainable future. Various activities were lined up for the young participants such as rappelling, adventure games, obstacle course, emergency/ disaster preparedness, knot tying, handicraft making, dance sports, martial arts, visit to the Macrohon mangrove and fish sanctuaries, and coastal clean-up. Systematic scheduling of different batches of girls was done to maximize their experiences. Activities were conducted simultaneously and in rotation.
The holding of the Most Popular Girl Scout 2024 event on its third day added excitement to the girls and the entire Camp population. After an exhilarating canvassing, the declared winner is Zianne Rylle A. Estrella. Her royal court is composed of Dorena Suarez Basa as Princess of Charity, Ea Elizabeth Malbas as Princess of Faith, Jeana Faith B. Bernados as Princess of Hope, Ayesha Faith D. Ruiz as Princess of Kindness, Marian G. Mercado as Princess of Friendship, Euna Franczaska P. Estrerra as Princess of Humility, Beverly Jane O. Corpus as princess of Integrity, Joebelle Adrienne C. Laugo as Princess of Joy, Kate Tolibas as Princess of Peace, Kim Abejar Villaflor as Princess of Patience, Venice M. Tambis as Princess of Loyalty, Marissa Jane C. Lim as Princess of Wisdom, Yhassy Lyn A. Denosta as Princess of Virtue, Loren Grace M. Calamba as Princess of Honesty, and Krislien C. Cabale as Princess of Love.
Good partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) enhanced the vibrant participation of students in scouting. In the province, cooperation from the DepEd Southern Leyte Division Superintendent Josilyn S. Solana and Maasin City Division Superintendent Genis S. Murallos mattered a lot as they allow their teachers to be active in scouting and in helping the campaign for membership in the organization.
Resource persons in various activities came from the Bureau of Fire Protection, municipal police, municipal disaster risk reduction management council of Sogod and Bontoc, PDRRMO, and Coast Guard personnel.
Overall success of the GSP-Southern Leyte Camp 2024 was made possible by the efforts of the Council Board committees and members headed by dynamic President Dr. Evangelina B. Laroa, Junior Camp Director Analyn C. Guerra, Senior and Cadet Camp Director Jocelyn C.Trajano, provincial, city and municipal government units, parents; and most importantly, the girls.
The Girl Scout of the Philippines is committed to help in molding the character of the Filipino girls, become admirable individuals that are assets to the community and country. (GloriaMReyes, GSP-SL VP)
