RC MAKATI SUPPORTS “SA-MALAMIG”PROJECT OF RCM SAN LORENZO

In line with Rotary’s commitment to Basic Education and Literacy, Club continues to champion initiatives that create better learning environments for students. This year, the Club extended support to the Sa-Malamig Project of RC Makati San Lorenzo (RCMSL), a program that provides air conditioning units to public school classrooms to help ensure students have a more comfortable and conducive learning space.

With the Philippines’ tropical climate, classroom heat often hinders focus and makes learning difficult. While full air-conditioning systems may not always be necessary,

proper ventilation and cooling greatly enhance student comfort, attention, and productivity.

On October 23, Dir. Paolo Turno and Dir. CB Rivilla joined RCMSL for the official turnover

of eight air-conditioning units — six of which were donated by RC Makati, with the remaining units contributed by RCMSL. The funding from RC Makati came from the current term under Pres. Eddie Galvez and the previous term of IPP Keith Harrison, underscoring the Club’s continuous commitment to education-focused projects.

During the short program, Dir. Paolo shared that RC Makati is glad to be part of this meaningful initiative supporting education — which is also the main focus of his directorate this year. “We believe that a more comfortable and inspiring classroom helps

students learn better and dream bigger,” he said. Dir. CB added, “We hope that this

small contribution helps create a more conducive environment for both students and teachers.”

R e p r e s e n t i n g RCMSL at the turnover were UGP Erika Aquino, PDG Chacha Camacho, PP Maridel Villavicencio, Lisa Lou C. Sabado, Odette Ong, PP Leigh Guallar, and PP Jing Sarao.

Through projects like Sa-Malamig, RC Makati reaffirms its dedication to uplifting

public school communities and enabling young learners to thrive. Small but practical interventions — like improving classroom comfort — have lasting impact on students’

success and well-being.