Nineteen junior high schools around the province of Biliran joined and competed in the division-wide skills and academic competition dubbed ‘Clash of Juniors’ last July 4, 2017 at the Amethyst’s, Caneja Ext., Naval, Biliran.
The contest, comprised of Spelling Bee, Quiz Bowl and Documentary Film Competition, was hosted and initiated by BILECO in recognition to the role and contribution of students, teachers and the academe in the attainment of the Coop’s vision.
Naval School of Fisheries and Cathedral School of La Naval emerged champion in this year’s Spelling Bee and Quiz Bowl, respectively.
The Cabucgayan National School of Arts and Trade, which bagged the best documentary film award, also clinched second place in Quiz Bowl and third in Spelling Bee.
NSU-Laboratory High School managed to secure the second spot in Spelling Bee while Manlabang National High School settled third in Quiz Bowl.
Engr. Gerardo N. Oledan, BILECO General Manager, said that the hosting of said event is a venue for the students to enhance their skills and ability in the field of filmmaking and in the sphere of mind-challenging contests.
Dr. Jose Mondido of DepEd Biliran Division appreciated the efforts of BILECO in helping shape the minds of young students.
Winners received certificates and cash prizes.