Rotary Club of Tagum North and UM Tagum Empower Young Readers Through Literacy Seminar

In a continued effort to champion literacy and empower young minds, the Rotary Club of Tagum North, in partnership with the University of Mindanao – Tagum College (UMTC) Department of Basic Education and Liboganon Integrated School, successfully conducted the  Reading Literacy Seminar titled: "Empowering Readers: Strengthening Reading Literacy Through Effective Intervention Program ABNKKBSNPLAko?: Alleviating Reading Struggling Learner's Monthly Program." The event was held on August 27, 2025, and was attended by key community leaders and education advocates, including Governor's Monthly Letter (GML) Editor Arnold M. Nicolas, President Elect Robyn Niño R. Pereyras, and 15 Interactors from the Interact Club of Tagum North – UM Tagum Junior and Senior High School Chapters.

Featured Speakers:

Mrs. Jeaneth D. Carnicer, UMTC BED PTA President

Topic: “Understanding Reading Literacy in the 21st Century”

Ms. Kimberly Anne I. Benaning, UMTC, Quipper Philippines Officer

Mrs. Queen Elizabeth E. Anduyan, UMTC BED  Faculty

The seminar was also graced by the presence of academic leaders:

Ms. Divina E. Dilanggalen, MAEd, UMTC Senior High School Principal

Ms. Zyrill Nathalie Digal, MAEd LIS Reading Coordinator 

Mr. Genesis G. Genelza, MAEd, UMTC Junior High School Principal

This collaborative effort reflects the Rotary’s and UMTC's shared commitment to community development through education, specifically addressing the needs of struggling readers and reinforcing literacy as a foundation for lifelong learning.

Written by: Arnold M. Nicolas, GML Editor, RC Tagum North