On April 11, 2025, the Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU) National Service Training Program (NSTP), organized a heartwarming gift-giving event aimed at providing educational success by providing the learners of Lapakan Elementary School with school supplies, personal kits, snacks, and activities.
The event, which took place at the Multi-purpose Hall of Lapakan Elementary School, was intended to provide students with school supplies, personal kits, snacks, and fun activities. These items were carefully prepared to meet the basic needs of the Lapakan Elementary School students to support their ongoing educational pursuits.
The event was led by the NSTP Director, Prof. Maria Cathie Q. Aljas, joined by NSTP Assistant Director Ms. Dinky Bazan, CWTS Coordinator Mr. James Florence A. Cabral, LTS Coordinator Mr. Mark Anthony Mejares, ROTC Coordinator Ms. Janete G. Pangilinan, and the dedicated team of NSTP faculty, training staff, and NSTP students. Together, they worked to make this event a success and deliver a meaningful experience to Lapakan Elementary School students.
Special thanks to Dr. Nelson P. Cabral, University President, Dr. Maria Christina G. Wee, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Cyrus Pil Cadavedo, Vice President for Student Affairs and Services, Ms. Josephine Sulasula, Vice President for Administration and Finance, the MBLT-1, and the faculty and staff of Lapakan Elementary School headed by Eduardo R. Mangila Jr. for allowing our students to participate in the gift-giving event.
Of course, this event will not be possible without the contribution of our dear NSTP students. As citizens, it is our civic responsibility to invest in the future of our nation, and that begins with supporting the education of our youth. By providing essential school supplies, snacks, and hygiene kits, we are not only equipping students for academic success but also empowering them to become future leaders and changemakers. 
Through acts of service like these, we strengthen our communities, uplift one another, and build a brighter, more equitable future for all. Thank you to everyone who joined hands in making this meaningful day possible! 
