As part of our August 2025 funding round for sponsorship of Hexagonal Tables for kindergarten classrooms at our partner schools, we are delighted to support kindergarten teachers Mrs. Maricel Ponce Bata-in and Mrs Analyn Flores at Lipayran Integrated School in Bantayan, Cebu.

This project aims to upgrade facilities for the young learners by replacing their old rectangular tables with ten (10) new hexagonal tables (5 per classroom) as mandated by DepEd’s Omnibus Policy on Kindergarten Education, outlined in DepEd Order No. 47, s.2016.

The specifications of these hexagonal tables are stated in DepEd Order No. 93, s.2009 (Enclosure No. 3 and No. 4.1). These specifications ensure that the furniture is age-appropriate, durable, and conducive to the developmental needs of kindergarten pupils.

This design is preferred for early years learners allowing for flexible seating arrangements, fostering interaction and teamwork, which is especially valuable for young children developing social and cognitive skills. It also encourages a sense of community and shared learning experiences, promoting both individual and group learning. 

We were also able to provide additional materials for the kindergarten classrooms to enrich the learning environment.

Using local labour, the manufacture of 10 customised hexagonal tables and assorted learning materials was completed at a cost of ₱33,750. 

Special thank you to Mam Syril R Forrosuelo, Grade 1 Teacher, for coordinating this project.

Mike Hickey – Project Coordinator

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